Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Eat Real Halal, Safir Mediterranean and Sami's Kabab House LIC, 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 Long Island City. From authentic flavors to modern interpretations, discover top-rated middle eastern dining.
Long Island City's Premier Middle Eastern Destinations
Long Island City’s vibrant dining scene offers an incredible array of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors, ranging from quick, casual bites to sit-down feasts. Whether you are craving the authentic grilled specialties at Sami's Kabab House LIC and Safi Deli Kitchen & Grill or looking for the fresh, coastal notes found at Safir Mediterranean, there is a table for every mood. From the convenient and flavorful options at Eat Real Halal to the sophisticated atmosphere of Levante, this curated selection highlights the very best regional cuisine in the neighborhood. Explore these local favorites to discover the rich spices and warm hospitality that define the LIC culinary landscape.
5 restaurants in Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Long Island City | Top Rated Middle Eastern Food
- Eat Real Halal · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern.
- Safir Mediterranean · rated 4.7/5: Mediterranean.
- Sami's Kabab House LIC · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- Safi Deli Kitchen & Grill · rated 4.2/5: Middle Eastern.
- Levante: 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.
