Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Shawarma Bay, Moshe's falafel and Sharif's Famous, 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 Midtown. From authentic flavors to modern interpretations, discover top-rated middle eastern dining.
Midtown's Premier Middle Eastern Destinations
Midtown's bustling streets offer a rich tapestry of flavors anchored by an exceptional selection of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean staples. From quick-service falafel stands and aromatic shawarma carts to sit-down cafes serving American classics alongside Indian and Chinese dishes, this collection captures the neighborhood's diverse culinary spirit. Whether you are seeking a traditional halal meal or a fusion of global tastes, these local favorites provide a delicious and convenient escape in the heart of the city.
30 restaurants in Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Midtown | Top Rated Middle Eastern Food
- Shawarma Bay · rated 4.9/5: Middle Eastern.
- 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.
- Madison Cafe & Grill · rated 4.8/5: American.
- David's · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Mama Halal Food · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern or Mediterranean are the.
- Mama Halal Food · rated 4.7/5: Middle Eastern.
- Moshe’s falafel · rated 4.6/5: Middle Eastern.
- NAYA Express · rated 4.5/5: Middle Eastern.
- 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.
- Miraj Healthy Grill · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Turkish Cuisine · 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.
- AYINTAP TURKISH CUISINE & DESSERT · rated 4.4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Ravagh Persian Grill · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Royal Grill Halal Food · rated 4.3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Urban Hawker · rated 4.3/5: Chinese.
- Kebab Grill & Juice Bar · 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.
- Istanbul Kebab House · rated 4.2/5: Middle Eastern.
- Tiberias · rated 4.2/5: Middle Eastern.
- Lasani Grill · rated 4.1/5: Indian.
- Taam Tov · rated 4/5: 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.
