Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Shawarma Shabazi, Shah's Halal Food and Malka, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 10 cheap dining experiences
Find cheap middle eastern restaurants in Upper West Side. Great middle eastern food that fits your budget.
Upper West Side's Cheap Middle Eastern Destinations
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Levant right in the heart of the Upper West Side with our guide to the neighborhood's most affordable Middle Eastern gems. From the legendary falafel at Mamoun's and the fresh, customizable bowls at Naya to the savory street food of Shah's Halal, these spots offer authentic tastes that are as easy on the wallet as they are delicious. Whether you are grabbing a quick pita at Shawarma Shabazi or enjoying a relaxed meal at Effy's Cafe, this collection highlights the best budget-friendly destinations for hummus, kebabs, and more.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Middle Eastern Restaurants in Upper West Side | Cheap Middle Eastern Food
- Shawarma Shabazi · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern.
- Shah's Halal Food · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern.
- Malka · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Chama Mama UWS · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Haven UWS · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Bustan · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Sido · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Basmala · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Bustan NYC · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Bodrum Mediterranean Restaurant · rated 4.4/5: Mediterranean.
- Effy's Cafe · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Deli Kasbah Kosher Grill · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Miriam · rated 4.3/5: Mediterranean.
- Naya · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Kebab aur Sharab · rated 4.3/5: Indian.
- Mamoun's Falafel - UWS, Manhattan, NY · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Carlos & Gabby's · rated 4.2/5: Mexican.
- Holy Schnitzel (Upper West Side) · rated 4.1/5: Middle Eastern.
- Moka & Co · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Shah's Halal Food · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Miriam: Middle Eastern.
- Bustan: Middle Eastern.
- Sido: Korean.
- Barney Greengrass: Middle Eastern.
- Shawarma Shabazi: Middle Eastern.
- Dagon: Middle Eastern.
- Leyla: Middle Eastern.
- Malka: Middle Eastern.
- Chama Mama: Middle Eastern.
- Gazala's: Middle Eastern.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
