Little Rascal – Middle Eastern
This spirited neighborhood haunt invites guests into a world of bold Mediterranean flavors, where the table becomes a vibrant mosaic of shared plates and tangy Turkish pickles. Golden-fried halloumi croquettas and crisp feta phyllo rolls offer a satisfying crunch against velvety swirls of house-made dips and smoky roasted cauliflower. It is a place where the warmth of traditional lentil soup meets the brightness of grilled artichokes, creating an atmosphere that feels both intimate and celebratory.
163, Elizabeth Street, NY 10012 +12129660446 https://www.littlerascalrestaurant.com/nolita0Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, 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, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Little Rascal
Dairy-Free at Little Rascal
Little Rascal in New York has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Turkish Pickles, Lentil Soup and Roasted Cauliflower. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Little Rascal
Little Rascal in New York has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Turkish Pickles, Charred Octopus and Sultan's Delight. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Little Rascal
Little Rascal in New York has 23 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Turkish Pickles, Prawns and Mom's Recipe Okra. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Little Rascal
Little Rascal in New York has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggs with Sucuk, Green Salad and Lamb Chops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Little Rascal
Little Rascal in New York has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggs with Sucuk, Blue Jinn and Lamb Chops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Little Rascal
Little Rascal in New York has 8 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggs with Sucuk, The Perfect Prescription and Constantina's Cosmo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Little Rascal
Little Rascal in New York has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Eggs with Sucuk. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Little Rascal
Little Rascal in New York has 19 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Turkish Pickles, Lentil Soup and Roasted Cauliflower. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Little Rascal
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Prawns | 53.6 g | 52.8 g |
| Rascal Smash Burger | 33 g | 48.5 g |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 108.1 g | 41.2 g |
| Turkish Meatballs | 40.8 g | 40.7 g |
| Lentil Soup | 53.8 g | 29.1 g |
| Charred Octopus | 7.8 g | 26.2 g |
| Spinach and Pear Salad | 8.8 g | 22.7 g |
| Caviar | 62.9 g | 21.8 g |
| Grilled Wild Salmon | 132.7 g | 20.7 g |
| El Cantinero | 9 g | 20.4 g |
| Smoked Salmon Fattoush | 118.5 g | 20 g |
| Roasted Cauliflower | 68.4 g | 15.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers & Small Plates
- Turkish Pickles - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated Mixed Olives - $8 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Soup - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dips (Hummus/Tzatziki/Babaganoush) - $10: Hummus, Tzatziki, or Babaganoush Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dolma - $14: Stuffed grape leaves Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Feta Phyllo Rolls - $16: House jam, marrash oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Halloumi Croquettas - $19: Apple butter, marcona almond Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Artichokes - $24: Sautéed fava beans, preserved lemon, blood orange Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Cauliflower - $19: Hawaij sauce, seasoned tahini dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prawns - $26: Cherry tomatoes, muhammara, urfa Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Octopus - $28: Potatoes, grape tomatoes, olives, tapenade aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese / Charcuterie - $24 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caviar - $85: French blinis & creme fraiche Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Green Salad - $18: Spring mix, cilantro, black sesame seeds, green-tahini dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shepherd’s Salad - $18: Tomato, cucumber, red onion, sumac Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach and Pear Salad - $20: Pomegranate, walnut, feta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Brochettes - $28: Rice pilaf, mini pepper pickles, honey & ginger poached pear Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Kebab - $38: Celery-lime purée, cherry sauce, asparagus Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Wild Salmon - $29: Rice pilaf, arugula Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Mediterranean Branzino - $42: Sea salted grilled zucchini Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mom's Recipe Okra - $20: Whipped feta, lemon-tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sultan's Delight - $22: Smoked eggplant, roasted lamb Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkish Meatballs - $27: Ground beef, sweet potato purée, ajvar sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops - $36: Spicy citrus-labneh Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rascal Smash Burger - $25: Two smash patties, sharp white cheddar, caramelized onion, choice of fries or salad Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch
- Mushroom Toast - $18: Ajo blanco, roasted mushroom, celery chermoula, sunny-side up egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Simit Plate - $16: Kashar cheese, olive tapenade, tomato Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Turkish Quesadilla - $17: Spinach & feta with harissa or sucuk & kashar with hot honey Available at: brunch, lunch
- Smoked Salmon Fattoush - $21: Zaatar, cream cheese, avocado, scrambled egg Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: brunch, lunch
- Eggs with Sucuk - $18: Sunny-side up eggs, cured Turkish beef sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Menemen - $17: Turkish scrambled eggs with housemade tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $19: Pear, labneh, tomatoes, mini pepper pickles, toasted ciabatta Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Baklava - $14: Honey, pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Cocktails
- The Perfect Prescription - $20: Catedral mezcal, campari, lime, house falernum Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Cosmic Debris - $22: Michters bourbon, lemon, egg white, fruity pebbles, pistachio cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- El Cantinero - $20: Tequila or catedral mezcal, grapefruit cordial, lime, habanero shrub, charred rosemary Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Blue Jinn - $19: Blue lotus-infused hendrick's gin, house falernum, lemon Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Constantina's Cosmo - $19: Raspberry, lychee, st. germain, haku vodka Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Kurosawa's Dream - $21: Toki japanese whiskey, aloe, shiso honey, fresh lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Turkish Coffee Martini - $22: Turkish coffee, mr. black, pistachio, burnt cinnamon, ketel one vodka Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Cool as a Cucumber - $19: Cucumber, matcha, bergamot, fords gin
- Gemini - $24: Brut champagne, strawberry, basil, cocchi americano Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- A Moveable Feast - $19: Ten to one rum, luxardo maraschino, pineapple, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Turin & Tonka - $23: Michters rye, tonka, cocchi torino, grand marnier, aromatic bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- La Catarini - $21: Stray dog gin infused with peppercorns, citral lemongrass, veda mushroom liqueur, mastiha tree sap Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Bittersweet Nothings - $14: Pathfinder, raspberry, lychee, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- N/A Worries - $14: Ritual non-alcoholic tequila or gin, mint, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Pilsner (N/A) - $9: N/A from atmosphere brewery Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Little Rascal
- Is Little Rascal dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Little Rascal has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Turkish Pickles, Lentil Soup and Roasted Cauliflower.
- What can I eat at Little Rascal on a dairy-free diet?
- Turkish Pickles, Lentil Soup and Roasted Cauliflower carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Little Rascal have vegan options?
- Yes. 19 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Turkish Pickles and Lentil Soup.
- Is Little Rascal gluten-free?
- 7 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Little Rascal?
- Prawns, at roughly 52.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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