Miriam Street Food – Middle Eastern
Miriam Street Food captures the vibrant energy of a bustling Levantine market, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of sizzling shawarma and golden, herb-flecked falafel. Velvety swirls of hummus serve as a rich canvas for tender lamb and earthy mushrooms, while smoky babaganoush and tangy labneh invite guests to linger over warm pita and the sun-drenched flavors of the Mediterranean.
81 5th Avenue, New York, New York 11217 https://miriamstreetfood.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, high-protein, keto, low-carb, pescatarian, mediterranean, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, low-fat, high-fiber, gerd, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, tlc, alkaline, aip, volumetrics, carnivore, zone, renal, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the succulent main courses and consistently praise the pleasant, inviting environment that creates a memorable dining experience. Reviewers highlight the prompt and attentive service staff who ensure a seamless meal by checking in regularly throughout the evening. Standout dishes include the expertly prepared mains, which diners rave about for their exceptional quality and flavor.
Menu
Small Plates
- Labneh - $11: Za’atar & olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Babaganoush - $13: Smoked eggplant. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $10: Harissa honey glazed. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Miriam’s Falafel - $11: Tahini Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Hummus Plates
- Classic Hummus - $15: Chickpea dip with tahini & olive oil. Served with 2 pitas. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus & Chicken Shawarma - $22: Grilled marinated chicken thighs. Served with 2 pitas. Dietary tags: Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus & Mushroom Shawarma - $21: Sauteed portobello mushrooms with grilled onions & shawarma spices. Served with 2 pitas. Dietary tags: Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus & Lamb Shawarma - $25: Slow roasted & marinated leg of lamb. Served with 2 pitas. Dietary tags: Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus & Falafel - $19: Tahini. Served with 2 pitas. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus & Tahini - $15: Served with 2 pitas. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Shawarma - $26: Marinated chicken thigh, yellow rice, Israeli salad, Spanish eggplant salad. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Shawarma - $30: braised lamb shoulder, Yellow rice, Green beans, Israeli salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Schnitzel - $25: Mashed potatoes, Israeli salad, tahini. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Shawarma - $25: Sauteed portobello mushrooms & grilled onions, Israeli salad, yellow rice & tahini Dietary tags: Mediterranean Available at: dinner, lunch
- Israeli Experience - $32: 2 skewers, five salads, hummus, tahini & 2 pitas served with choice of yellow rice or french fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Skewers
- House Vegetables Skewer - $5.5: Bell pepper, zucchini, onions. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Thighs Skewer - $6.5: Silan & soy. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Breast Skewer - $6.5: Rosemary honey mustard. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harissa Salmon Skewer - $7.5: Harissa sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Shish Kabab Skewer - $7.5: Garlic, rosemary, olive oil. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ground Beef & Lamb Kofta Skewer - $7.5: Special blend. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch
- Middle Eastern Breakfast - $21: Eggs any style, hummus, cracked Syrian olives, chopped salad, za’atar flatbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Turkish Eggs - $19: Poached eggs over creamy yogurt drizzle, harissa oil, served with roasted eggplant, tahini sauce, and za’atar flatbread Dietary tags: Mediterranean, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Burekas Breakfast - $20: Hard-boiled eggs, crushed tomato scheug sauce, cracked olives, pickles, and tahini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Traditional Shakshuka - $21: topped with poached eggs, served with hummus, tahini, scheug, and pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Famous Miriam’s Breakfast - $21: Eggs any style, Israeli chopped salad, labneh with za'atar, home fries, pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Jerusalem Breakfast - $16: Herbed scrambled eggs, labneh with za'atar pasted and avocado oven-dried tomato salad, syrian olives. served with Jerusalem sesame bread sticks Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Latkes Benedict - $24: poached eggs, smoked salmon hollandaise, harissa sauce, labenh, chopped Israeli Salad Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $19: sourdough bread, grilled halloumi, roasted toamtoes, sunny side up egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides & Salads
- Mashed Potatoes - $8: Creamy whipped potato. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spanish Eggplant - $5: Fried eggplant tossed in tomato & pepper sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Israeli Salad - $5: Chopped cucumber, tomatoes, scallions, parsley, Za’atar lemon vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale & Dried Apricot Salad - $5: Winter kale, dried apricots, and roasted almonds. dressed in house vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moroccan Carrot - $5: Thinly sliced carrots cooked & marinated in Moroccan spices. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Salad - $5: Grilled corn, red pepper, jalapeño Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Cabbage and Beets Salad - $5: Thinly sliced purple cabbage & beets, roasted sesame seeds. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sauteed Green beans - $5: Garlic and lemon. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Vegan Malabi - $10: Middle Eastern almond custard, rose syrup & roasted sliced almonds. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pistachio Baklava - $10: Flaky filo, pistachio & honey syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Halva Mousse - $10: Fluffy mousse, shredded halva, crushed pistachios. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Soda - $3
- Juice - $6
- Turkish Coffee - $5
- Arabic Fresh Mint Tea - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Black Iced Tea - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Strawberry Lemonade - $5
- Homemade Mint Lemonade - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Victory Prima Pilsner (Draft) - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Blue Moon Belgian White (Draft) - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bluepoint Toasted Lager (Draft) - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Coney Island Merman IPA (Draft) - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Allagash White (Can) - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Brooklyn IPA (Can) - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Austin East Cider (Can) - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Aperol Spritz - $15
- Mimosa - $14
- Bellini - $14
Frequently Asked Questions about Miriam Street Food
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the expertly prepared chicken, lamb, and mushroom shawarma hummus bowls, alongside classic hummus, falafel, and chicken schnitzel.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This budget-friendly restaurant is suitable for families, offering a pleasant, inviting environment with prompt service and a diverse Middle Eastern menu.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include Spanish eggplant and hummus, while the beef and lamb kofta skewer provides keto, gluten-free, and low-carb choices.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no concerns, instead highlighting the succulent main courses, pleasant environment, and prompt, attentive service staff.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy succulent main courses and attentive service in a pleasant, inviting environment that maintains a perfect 5.0/5 rating.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) restaurant provides exceptional value, earning a 5.0/5 rating for its high-quality Middle Eastern mains and attentive service.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided restaurant data for Miriam Street Food does not contain information regarding its specific physical address or location.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews for Miriam Street Food.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Ground Beef & Lamb Kofta Skewer works for both keto and gluten-free diets, along with paleo and whole30 options.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect budget-friendly Middle Eastern cuisine with prompt service, an inviting atmosphere, and highly-rated dishes like chicken and lamb shawarma.
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