Skylight Restaurant – American
Bathed in the soft glow of morning light, Skylight Restaurant offers a vibrant sanctuary where the comforting aromas of golden waffles and maple syrup mingle with the savory, spiced scents of traditional East African breakfast. Guests can savor the satisfying crunch of buttery fateera and slow-simmered fuul alongside tender beef suqaar, creating a rich tapestry of flavors that bridges the gap between classic brunch favorites and soulful, aromatic stews. This bright, welcoming space invites diners to start their day with a unique culinary journey that celebrates both familiar comforts and bold, heritage-rich ingredients.
1st Avenue East +19524797846 https://www.skylight-restaurant.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, halal, mediterranean, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, sugar-free, plant-based, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, weight-watchers, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, zone, tlc, detox, raw-food, volumetrics, alkaline, low-fodmap, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, pegan, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the exceptionally fresh chicken dishes, noting that the kitchen clearly takes great pride in every plate served. Reviewers highlight the pleasant and inviting environment, which is perfectly complemented by service that is both accommodating and timely.
Menu
Breakfast
- Pancakes - $7.99: Served with homemade whipped cream and maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- French Toast - $10.99: Served with homemade whipped cream and maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Waffles - $9.99: Served with homemade whipped cream and maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Scramble Eggs - $9.99: Served with Bread or Chapati Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Tuna-Egg - $10.99: Braised with onions, garlic, and homemade seasons Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Hash Brown Patty and Eggs - $11.99: Potatoes and eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Suqaar Chicken Stew - $13.99: Sauteed chicken breast with potatoes, carrots, onions, peppers, garlic, and cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Detox
- Suqaar Beef Stew - $14.99: Sauteed beef stews with potatoes, carrots, onions, peppers, garlic, and cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Fateera - $10.99: Somali breakfast wrap, seasoned scrambled eggs in homemade flatbread, with onion, peppers, and choice of cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fuul - $10.99: Fava bean braised, with onions, garlic, and homemade seasonings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Somali Pancakes (Sweet Crepes) - $7.99: Sweet Crepes - Somali version Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Appetizers
- French Fries - $3.99: Allumette-cut deep-fried potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
- Sambusa Lentils - $1.99: Pastry shell filled with lentils cooked with special herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Sambusa Beef - $1.99: Pastry shell filled with beef cooked with special herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chapatti Bowl - $15.99: Grilled chicken and vegetable with sliced banana seasoned with chili powder, salt, and pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Bur - $2: Sweet fried dough spiced with cardamom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Salads
- Potato Salad - $4.99: Potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, chopped tomato, onion, and green chili in oil and lemon dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- House Salad - $5.99: Crisp romaine lettuce, onions, tomatoes, celery, cucumber, and olive oils, dressed with house vinaigrette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Tomato Salad - $5.99: Chopped tomato, onion, green chili in oil and lemon dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
Soup
- Chicken Soup - $7.99: Grilled chicken breast, celery, garlic, carrots, and onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Lentil Soup - $5.99: Lentils cooked with special herbs and vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Beef Soup - $7.99: Grilled beef stew, garlic, celery, onion, and carrots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Detox, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Vegetable Soup - $5.99: House salad crisp romaine lettuce, onions, tomatoes, celery, cucumber, and olive oils, dressed with house vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida
Main Courses
- Alicha Wot - $15.99: Prime beef cubes simmered in special turmeric powder, onions, and green pepper, seasoned with spices. Served with rice or bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Kaye Wot - $15.99: Prime beef cubes simmered in special chili powder and seasoned Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Tibs - $17.99: Tender beef cubes sautéed with rosemary, onions, and green peppers with a hint of butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Skylight Special Beef Tibs - $17.99: Strips of beef sautéed with seasoned butter, fresh onion, tomatoes, and rosemary Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Awaz Tibs - $17.99: Strips of beef sautéed with seasoned butter, fresh onion, tomatoes, and rosemary Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating
- Doro Wot - $15.99: Chicken cooked in spicy chili powder with onions, garlic, ginger, and clarified butter served with a hard-boiled egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Legs - $17.99: Chicken thigh marinated in yogurt and spices baked in the oven and served with rice or pasta
- Skylight Chicken Tibs - $17.99: Tender chicken sautéed with rosemary, onions, and green peppers with a hint of spices and butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Grilled Salmon - $19.99: Grilled salmon seasoned and served with choice of rice or pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Tilapia - $19.99: Tilapia topped with spinach, herb, and olive oil, grilled in foil packets Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Fried Rice with Boneless Chicken Thigh - $19.99: Rice served with boneless chicken thigh Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rice Served with Goat Meat - $20.99: Rice served with goat meat Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chicken Tikka Masala - $16.99: Boneless chicken breast marinated in yogurt and ground spices served with rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Haniid - $25.99: Roasted goat meat served with rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lamb Shank - $21.99: Tender slow braised lamb shank, carrots, and green beans
- Xulbad Maraq Solo - $20.99: Marinated goat meat, carrots, potatoes, onion, fenugreek seed, green paper, and freshly ground spices
Vegetarian Dishes
- Miser Wot - $10.99: Cracked lentils cooked in a spicy red pepper sauce and chili powder
- Cabbage Wot - $10.99: Steamed vegetables with onions, seasoned with garlic and ginger. Served with Injera
- Gomen Wot - $10.99: Chopped collard greens cooked in herbal oil with onions, green pepper, and garlic
- Fasolia Wot - $10.99: Fresh string beans and long-cut carrots cooked in a tomato sauce with ginger and garlic
- Kek Alicha - $10.99: Cracked yellow peas cooked in turmeric sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Shuro - $10.99: Roasted and powdered chickpeas simmered in spiced red sauce and vegetable oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Vegetarian Combo Solo - $17.99: Combination of split peas, lentils, chickpeas, cabbage, beetroot, and vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
Pasta
- Spicy Spaghetti with Vegetables - $14.99: Spaghetti with vegetables and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Spicy Spaghetti with Chicken - $16.99: Spaghetti with chicken and spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Alfredo - $16.99: Served with choice of spinach or chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Mediterranean Grills
- Grilled Kofta Kebabs - $17.99: Skewers of ground beef mixed with fresh parsley, onions, garlic, and spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Shish Kebabs - $17.99: Grilled beef cubes and vegetables on skewers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Spicy Gyro - $15.99: Grilled with vegetables and topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, and sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
- Kebab and Gyros Combo - $19.99: Skewers of ground beef mixed with fresh parsley, onions, garlic, and spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Atkins
Sandwiches and Wraps
- Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $14.99: Boneless and skinless chicken thigh sliced into cutlets seasoned with chili powder, salt, and pepper served with fries or salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Grilled Salmon Sandwich - $19.99: Grilled salmon sliced into cutlets seasoned with salt and pepper served with fries or salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Hamburger - $13.99: Marinated beef patty, topped with homemade mustard sauce and garden-fresh toppings with fries and drinks Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chapati Wrap - $14.99: Boneless chicken thigh sliced into cutlets seasoned with onion and pepper. Comes with fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Quesadillas - $10.99: Filled with cheese or chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Kids Menu
- Chicken Nuggets - $6.99: Served with Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Kids Combo Meal - $7.99: Assorted kids favorites
- Cheese Pizza - $5.99: Classic cheese pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Sandwich - $7.99: Kids portion chicken sandwich Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Desserts
- Walnut Almond Baklava - $3: Walnuts and almonds in pastry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Fruit Cake - $5: Cake with mixed fruits Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Cake - $2.5: Rich chocolate cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Basbous - $2.5: Traditional sweet cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Honey Comb Bread - $3.99: Soft dough balls stuffed with cream cheese and infused with condensed milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Coffee - $2.99: Hot coffee
- Black Tea - $2.99: Hot black tea
- Somali Tea With Milk - $2.99: Traditional Somali tea with milk
- Mango Juice - $2.99: Fresh mango juice
- Watermelon Juice - $2.99: Fresh watermelon juice
- Soft Drinks - $2.99: Assorted sodas