Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Pita Pi, Bite and Shelsky's of Brooklyn, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 30 upscale dining experiences
Find upscale middle eastern restaurants in New York City. Great middle eastern food that fits your budget.
New York City's Upscale Middle Eastern Destinations
New York City’s upscale Middle Eastern dining scene offers a sophisticated journey through the vibrant flavors of the Levant and beyond. From the refined plant-forward plates at abcV to the coastal inspirations of Theodora and Sea Salt NYC, these establishments blend traditional spices with modern techniques. This curated selection showcases a diverse range of experiences, including the soulful family-style dishes at Tanoreen and the contemporary American-influenced menus at Pomp and Circumstance. Whether you are seeking a glamorous night out at Layla or a neighborhood gem like Miss Ada, these destinations represent the pinnacle of elevated Middle Eastern hospitality across the city.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Middle Eastern Restaurants in New York City | Upscale Middle Eastern Food
- Pita Pi · rated 5/5: Mediterranean.
- Bite · rated 5/5: American.
- Shelsky's of Brooklyn · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Edy's Grocer · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Miriam Street Food · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Mazzat · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Baku Bakery · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Zaman · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Nargila Grill · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Dayi'nin Yeri · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Mesiba · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Shashlik House · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- The Hugh · rated 5/5: American.
- Cafe Massawa · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Muz Muz CBD Lounge · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Nili · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Golda · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Döner Haus · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Uma's · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Zoares Kosher Grill · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- What The Falafel · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- abcV · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Ye Buna Negus NYC · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Halal Truck · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Pita Point · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- The Migrant Kitchen - US Open · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- BASHIR HALAL FOOD · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- halal food king · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Nisar’s Halal Food Cart · rated 5/5: Middle Eastern.
- Halal Chicks and Platters · rated 5/5: 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.
