Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Moshe's falafel, Sharif's Famous and Rafiqi’s Food Cart, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Experience the best middle eastern restaurants in Koreatown. From authentic flavors to modern interpretations, discover top-rated middle eastern dining.
Koreatown's Premier Middle Eastern Destinations
Koreatown may be famous for its namesake cuisine, but the neighborhood also serves as a vibrant hub for some of the city's most aromatic and authentic Middle Eastern flavors. From the savory crunch of Moshe's falafel and the spiced meats at Lava Shawarma NYC to the diverse Mediterranean offerings at Omar’s, this collection highlights the rich culinary tapestry found within these busy blocks. Whether you are seeking a quick bite from a beloved food cart like Rafiqi’s or a sit-down meal featuring Indian fusion at Wok in the Clouds and classic American fare at Madison Cafe & Grill, there is a perfect spot for every craving. Explore these top-tier destinations to discover how traditional Middle Eastern hospitality and global flavors thrive in the heart of this iconic district.
30 restaurants in Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Koreatown | Top Rated Middle Eastern Food
- Moshe's falafel · rated 4.8/5: Middle Eastern.
- Sharif's Famous · rated 4.8/5: Middle Eastern.
- Rafiqi’s Food Cart · rated 4.8/5: Middle Eastern.
- Fast&buy halal food · rated 4.8/5: Middle Eastern.
- Madison Cafe & Grill · rated 4.8/5: American.
- Lava Shawarma NYC · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern.
- Mido’s · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern.
- David's · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Moshe’s falafel · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Wok in the Clouds · rated 4.5/5: Indian.
- Captain's Cafe Bar and Grill New York, NY · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Omar’s Mediterranean Cuisine/Halal · rated 4.5/5: Mediterranean.
- Kwik Meal NYC · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Sahara's Turkish Cuisine · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Lava Shawarma NYC · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Miraj Healthy Grill · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Miznon Kosher · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Akdeniz Mediterranean Cuisine · rated 4.4/5: Mediterranean.
- Delectica · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- ZaZu Mediterranean Street Food · rated 4.4/5: Mediterranean.
- Ravagh Persian Grill · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Royal Grill Halal Food · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Kebab Grill & Juice Bar · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Sunflower Gramercy · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Mr. Broadway · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- CAVA · rated 4.3/5: Mediterranean.
- istanbul Bay Express · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- mezeh · rated 4.2/5: Mediterranean.
- Halal Gyro · rated 4.2/5: Mediterranean.
- Turkish Kitchen · rated 4.2/5: 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.
