Lashevet – Middle Eastern
Lashevet invites guests into a sun-drenched sanctuary where the intoxicating aroma of toasted za'atar and freshly baked pita fills the air, setting the stage for a soulful journey through the Levant. Vibrant mezze plates and succulent, spice-rubbed meats arrive at communal tables, encouraging a leisurely pace where every bite celebrates the rich, earthy flavors of Middle Eastern heritage. This rustic-chic retreat captures the essence of Mediterranean hospitality, transforming a simple meal into a warm, lingering celebration of shared connection.
1663 1st Avenue, NY 10028 +1-646-559-1560 https://lashevetrestaurant.com/Rating: 4.4/5 (274 reviews)
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Tuesday - Friday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its warm, intimate atmosphere and authentic Israeli-Middle Eastern cuisine, diners consistently praise this charming spot for food that tastes lovingly homemade. Guests rave about standout dishes like the tender octopus, flavorful mezze platter with delicious eggplant, and the mouthwatering salmon with fried goat cheese. While service can occasionally be slow, reviewers highlight the staff's friendly, attentive nature and hospitality that accommodates even large groups with energy. Sweet finishes like the basbusa and unique coffee drinks round out a memorable dining experience.
Menu
Lunch/Brunch Soups
Served Tues-Fri 12PM – 4:40PM | Sat-Sun 10AM – 4:30PM
- Bissara Soup - $9: A plant based soup made with dried fava beans, cumin, smoked paprika, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Harira Soup - $9: Moroccan soup made from a variety of vegetables with lentils, chickpeas, vermicelli, & shredded eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber
Lunch/Brunch Salads
- Sophia's Salad - $14: Fennel, Kale, Goat Cheese, Beets, Cranberries, Pumpkin Seeds Dietary tags: South-Beach, High-Fiber
- Tabbouleh - $12: Parsley, Mint, Bulgur, Lemon Confit, Tomatoes, Pomegranates, Molasses, Olive Oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
Lunch/Brunch Dishes
- Laffa Sandwich - $30: Choice of Chicken, Lamb Or Shrimp. Served with Hummus Or Baba, Spicy Beets & Carrots Or Shepard's Salad, French Fries. Already Wrapped. Dietary tags: Mediterranean
- Big B's Lamb Burger - $26: Homemade buns, labneh gruyere cheese, pickled red onions, cornichons, and Served With Fries.
- Kibbeh Plate - $30: Football-shaped croquettes made of herbs and spices, lamb, and bulgur wheat. Served with Jay’s Tahini, Jalapeño Labneh, and Saffron Tomato Sauce Dietary tags: Mediterranean
- Mezze Plate w/ Sesame Ka'ak Bread - $18: Zaaluk, Baba, Hummus, Spicy Beets and Carrots Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Lashevet Shakshuka (skillet) - $30: Poached Eggs in Tomato Sauce, Labneh, Pita Bread Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Hummus Falafel Plate - $18: Hummus, Falafel, Muhammara, Eggplant, Pickles, Olives, Tahini, Pita Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Eggs & Avocado Toast - $16: Eggs Any Style, Avocado, Summer Greens, Shaved Carrots, Cherry Tomatoes, Olives, Tahini, Pita Bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Taste of Jerusalem - $16: Sesame Ka’ak Bread Ring, Hummus, Tahini, Baba, Boiled Egg, Feta, Sumac Tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Bourekas - $3: Choice of potato, mushrooms, spinach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Lunch/Brunch Sweets
- Crème Brûlée: Ask Server for price
- Basbousa Cake: Ask Server for price Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mama Lola's Apple Cake: Served with ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Dinner Soups
- Harira Soup - $10: Moroccan soup made from a variety of vegetables with lentils, chickpeas, vermicelli, & shredded eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber
- Bissara Soup - $10: Plant based soup made with dried fava beans, cumin, smoked paprika, & olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline
Salatim Mezze
Any 3 or more and the bread basket is on the house
- Zaalouk - $10: Eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil & spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Spicy Beets & Carrots - $10: Rainbow carrots, beets, lemon juice, mescal vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Hummus - $10: Chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice & spices
- Baba - $10: Charred eggplant, lemon juice, tahini, & smoked paprika Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse
- Bread basket - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Dinner Salads
- Tabbouleh - $12: Parsley, Mint, Bulgur, Lemon Confit, Tomatoes, Pomegranates, Molasses, Olive Oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Sophia's Salad - $14: Fennel, Kale, Goat Cheese, Beets, Cranberries, Pumpkin Seeds Dietary tags: South-Beach, High-Fiber
Speciality Plates
- Kibbeh Plate - $25: Football-shaped croquettes made of lamb, herbs, and spices, and bulgur. Served with Tahini, Jalapeño Labneh, & Saffron Tomato Sauce Dietary tags: Mediterranean
- Fava Beans on Skillet - $16: Served with 1/2 pita bread, fresh tomato sauce, shallots, jalapenos, boiled egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Jay’s Shrimp Gratin - $20: Served with 1/2 pita bread, gruyere cheese, shallots confit, béchamel sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Entrees
- Lola Lamb Shipudei (Kebab) - $26: Served with basmati rice, roasted tomato, cauliflower, brussels sprouts & shepherd’s salad
- Pargioyt (Chicken) Shipudei (Kebab) - $24: Served with basmati rice, roasted tomato, cauliflower, brussels sprouts & shepherd’s salad
- Shrimp Shipudei (Kebab) - $26: Served with basmati rice, roasted tomato, cauliflower, brussels sprouts & shepherd’s salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Falafel Shipudei (Kebab) - $24: Served with basmati rice, roasted tomato, cauliflower, brussels sprouts & shepherd’s salad Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber
- Big B’s Lamb Burger - $26: Home-made bun, labneh gruyere cheese, pickled red onions, cornichons, and served with your choice of fries (regular or sweet potato)
- New York Strip Perfection - $40: Skhug marinated topped w/ shallots red wine reduction and served with brussels sprouts or your choice of fries
- Tagine Moroccan Lamb Meatballs - $30: Served with cherry tomato sauce, saffron, green peas, boiled egg, and saffron rice. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Succulent Chicken Breast - $30: Porcini mushrooms & peppercorn sauce, and served with brussels sprouts Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Jewel Rice - $22: Spectacular rice topped with colorful gems: cranberries, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, saffron, orange blossom water, and topped with chickpea patties Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- MeHayam Bakkafrost Salmon - $32: With pepper coulis sauce, beet hummus, cauliflower tahini, crusted goat cheese medallion Dietary tags: Mediterranean
- Baby Lamb Chops - $42: Marinated in Mint & 5-Spice served with Lola’s Tzimmes Stew (Tzimmes – a traditional Jewish stew made from root vegetables and dried fruits) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Sides
- Brussels sprouts - $12: Almond fig reduction Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Hand-cut Fries - $9: Sweet or Regular Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Cauliflower Tahini - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
Matok Desserts
- Dessert Du Jour: Ask the server Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Basbousa St~Germain - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Daytime Hot Drinks
Add non-dairy milk to any drink for $.50
- Brewed Coffee - $3.5
- Turkish Coffee - $5
- Americano - $3.75
- Espresso - $2.5
- Double Espresso - $3.5
- Cappuccino - $5
- Macchiato - $4
- Mocha - $5
- Latte - $5
- Chai Latte - $5
- Matcha Latte - $5.5
- Turmeric Ginger Latte - $5.5
- House Moroccan Tea (Mint Herbal) - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Himalayan Organic Green Tea - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Black Tea - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Daytime Cold Drinks
- Lashevet Iced Coffee - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Iced Brewed Coffee - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Iced Americano - $4
- Iced Latte - $5.5
- Iced Cappuccino - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Iced Mocha - $5.5
- Iced Chai Tea Latte - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Iced Matcha Latte - $6
- Lashevet BLISS Limenade - $6: Made with LIMES Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Daytime House Smoothies
- Kermit Smoothie - $10.5: Avocado, roasted pumpkin seeds, and mint Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie - $9.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Dinner Drinks
Add non-dairy milk to any drink for $.50
- Cappuccino - $6
- Espresso - $4
- Latte - $6
- Turkish Coffee - $5
- Traditional Moroccan Tea Service - $15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Black Tea - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Green Tea - $4
- House Moroccan Tea - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sparkling Water - $4
- Diet Coke - $4
- Ginger Ale - $4 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
House Cocktails
All alcohol is served indoors only, not on the patio.
- St. Germain Mimosa - $12: Elderflower Liqueur, Prosecco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Chambord Mimosa - $12: Raspberry Liqueur, Prosecco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Lashevet Cosmo - $16: Absolute Citron, Orange Liqueur, House-Made Pineapple Sour Mix, House-Made Fruit Juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Moroccan Mojito - $14: Bacardi Rum, House-Made Moroccan Tea Syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Za’atar Marge - $14: Jose Cuervo Gold, House-Made Za’atar Syrup, House-Made Grapefruit Sour Mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Espresso Martini - $16: Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Freshly Brewed Espresso
- Pomegranate Martini - $16: Vodka or Gin, Chambord Liqueur, Pomegranate
- Strawberry Elderflower Martini - $16: Vodka, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, strawberry puree, splash of fresh lemon juice, fresh mint Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Martini - $14: Gin or vodka
- Gin Tonic (or Vodka) - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Gin Gimlet - $14: Gin, Fresh Lime Juice
Spirits
- St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur - $10: Savoie, France Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- The Macallan Single Malt Cherry Cask 12-Year-Old - $15: Scotland Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Weller Bourbon - $14: Kentucky
Beer
- Goldstar - $8: Israeli (dark lager, 4.9%) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Efes - $8: Turkey (bright lager, 5%) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Cholesterol
- Almaza - $8: Lebanese (light pilsner, 4%) Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- La Chouffe - $8: Blonde Ale, Brasserie d'Achouffee, Belgium, 8%
Wine - Sparkling
- Prosecco Il Palazzo, Extra Dry (Glass) - $10: Italy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Prosecco Il Palazzo, Extra Dry (Bottle) - $50: Italy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Wine - White
- A.O.G. Zenata – MD Excellence Sauvignon Blanc (Glass) - $16 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- A.O.G. Zenata – MD Excellence Sauvignon Blanc (Bottle) - $60 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Grüner Veltliner 2018 (Glass) - $16: Niederosterreich, Austria Organic – 93 points wine spectator Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Grüner Veltliner 2018 (Bottle) - $60: Niederosterreich, Austria Organic – 93 points wine spectator Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Wine - Red
- S de Siroua Syrah Domaine Ouled Thaleb 2017 (Glass) - $16: Rabat-Casablanca, Morocco 100% Syrah Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- S de Siroua Syrah Domaine Ouled Thaleb 2017 (Bottle) - $60: Rabat-Casablanca, Morocco 100% Syrah Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Zenata Rouge CB Signature Red Blend 2018 (Glass) - $16: Rabat-Casablanca, Morocco 50% Marselan, 35% Petit Verdot, 15% Carmenere Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Zenata Rouge CB Signature Red Blend 2018 (Bottle) - $60: Rabat-Casablanca, Morocco 50% Marselan, 35% Petit Verdot, 15% Carmenere Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Bekaa Rouge – Domaine des Tourelles 2019 (Glass) - $16: Bekaa Valley, Lebanon 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Syrah, 15% Cinsault Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Bekaa Rouge – Domaine des Tourelles 2019 (Bottle) - $60: Bekaa Valley, Lebanon 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Syrah, 15% Cinsault Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Lashevet
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Lashevet specializes in Middle Eastern and authentic Israeli cuisine, featuring traditional Levant-inspired dishes and Mediterranean hospitality.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Lashevet is categorized as having a moderate price range, which is represented by the price level of $$.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Lashevet by visiting their official website at https://lashevetrestaurant.com/ for more information and direct inquiries.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 4.4/5, this moderately priced ($$) restaurant distinguishes itself through authentic Israeli-Middle Eastern cuisine that reviewers praise for tasting homemade.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Lashevet has an overall rating of 4.4/5, reflecting high customer satisfaction with the food quality and service provided.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the tender octopus, flavorful mezze platter with eggplant, and mouthwatering salmon with fried goat cheese.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a moderate ($$) price level and 4.4/5 rating, guests report high satisfaction with the authentic, homemade Middle Eastern cuisine.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Lashevet supports vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, and paleo diets through dishes like Bissara Soup, Brussels sprouts, and baby lamb chops.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Diners celebrate the warm, intimate atmosphere and charming environment of this restaurant, which maintains a 4.4/5 average rating.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a leisurely meal at communal tables with authentic mezze plates and standout dishes like tender octopus in an intimate atmosphere.
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