NAYA Mezze & Grill

This was my first time trying Lebanese food and it was wonderful! First, the service was great. Second, the food was fantastic (Also, I heard that the food was very authentic). Lastly, the ambiance was lovely. The restaurant was small, but set up very well. If you are ever looking to try Lebanese food, I highly recommend this place!

I was not too familiar with Lebanese food, but what a fabulous first experience. The restaurant itself is very well designed, the seats are comfortable and the atmosphere is romantic. We got a couple appetizers and an entree to share, which were all delicious and very interesting, flavor-wise. I especially recommend the kibbe naya (lamb tartar) and kibbe labniye. The jellab drink was also delicious and very refreshing. We were full by the end, but just had to try some of the interesting desserts they had. Milk pudding was excellent, as was the kanafe. Service was attentive but not overbearing. We are looking forward to the next time we will go back.

The best halal restaurant in Manhattan, the stuffed grape leaves are amazing, the molokhia is made in the Egyptian way also soo delicious 😍😍😍

The space is cozy but the design is urban and easy on the eye. Food is absolutely delicious. The beef shawarma is hands down one of the best shawarmas outside of the Middle East. Love the mini pita that comes with appetizers, it’s very close to Egyptian pita which is a rare commodity in North America. The Labneh with garlic has the perfect consistency, garlic level and citrus. Highly recommend!

This place was delicious and so authentic!! The tabouli, baba, muhamara, and chicken kebab plate were especially good. Will definitely be a regular.

Amazing food! Such rich flavors! I just couldn't stop eating and regretted it later but that's A separate story. Hummus is God like. Pita like fluffy clouds. Ordered fish and beef and kanafe. Tried beers from Lebanon as well. Quite good. Wish they could get it on tap. Ambiance is pretty nice too. Romantic, calm and quiet. Very good service as well!

Solid middle eastern lunch spot in midtown. Sauces taste zesty, meat quality is decent, and portions are big. I personally prefer Cava, but they aren’t on the delivery apps, and Naya is, so it serves its niche well.

The food here was very good. I thought the lamb was especially tasty. I’ve never paired it with tomato but it was fantastic. I highly recommend it. I thought the wine was very good here too. I would recommend that also. The ambience was great and the staff is very nice. A bit expensive but worth it. I will be coming back to try other dishes. Rating 4.5

Great takeout. Fresh food, good quantity, tastes good. Also a fair variety of menu items. And most importantly, right around the corner from me. Highly recommended.

Genuinely always a delicious option for takeout. They also have some Uber eats deals which is great! If you ever need a filling flavorful meal, order from Naya! It's super fast delivery. Food is fresh and yummmyy! If you're looking for Mediterranean food, check this place out.

Decided to order from here with my coworkers for lunch and this is the first time I had some authentic Mediterranean food and when I tell you how much I enjoyed the food. I decided to created my own chicken shawarma bowl to pick my own toppings and it was all the flavors I needed after waiting to eat for lunch. The presentation was great and so spillage in the order as well. I would definitely order again and even eat here one day!

Very good spot for authentic Lebanese foods with a highly aesthetic dining area. Here's my breakdown of the foods I ordered: Samke mechwiye (branzino) ($26) - Decent but the fish and veggies were a bit plain/bland; a tad overpriced but the other dishes were fairly priced Mouajjanat mix (1 rekakat, 1 fatayer sabenegh, and 2 sambousik jebne) ($12) - The rekakat came in a spring roll kind of shape, except it was filled with a tasty blend of three cheeses; the fatayer had a nice spinach/lemon combo inside; and the sambousik (cheesy empanadas) were tasty as well Falafels ($8) - These classic chickpea falafels were good, but a bit too hard/crunchy on the outside Lebanese spreads ($12) - Great combo of spreads, hummus and baba ghannouj were as expected, while the muhammara exceeded expectations, as it was a little nutty, peppery, and sweet all in one (and not spicy) The interior of the restaurant has a great romantic ambiance with dimmed lighting and clean, elegant decor. It is narrow with tables on both sides of the central walkway and a larger dining table in the back room. Each table is separated by glass. The white benches along with the dark wooden tables, glass dividers, and lighting make for a unique and beautiful dining area. In terms of service, the staff were friendly, attentive, and helpful, and the service speed was pretty quick. Overall, I would highly recommend Naya if you are interested in Lebanese cuisine, especially if you are looking for a date night kind of vibe.

This was such a great last minute find in the UES. One thing to note - when we tried to make reservations on Open Table - they said all the tables were taken but I'm glad we called because they were able to seat us. When we arrived, we saw that there were many open tables - so definitely call! We had the spread, cauliflower, falafel, halloumi, and lamb tartare - so delicious! I didn't like the milk pudding - lavender just seems wrong for dessert - taste like soap. But this was a great place to dine - very affordable and attentive waiters. Order the mint tea too!

I bought a gift card that I am not able to use. If you go on the Naya website, you are still able to purchase a gift card for the 2nd Av location, however they will not accept it.

Actually, this review would be a 4.5 instead of a 4. Overall, I had a wonderful experience Naya Mezze & Grill. First, I LOVED the modern/futuristic setup and design of the restaurant, which gave the restaurant a very classy and upscale vibe. For my meal, I had the Samké Harra, which is a broiled branzino with spicy tahini sauce, walnuts and pine nuts. I thought the fish was perfectly prepared, and I have no complaints about it. Actually, I was this || close to ordering another Samké Harra to go. The Tabboulé was the only thing that I did not fully enjoy meal because I found it way too sour. Perhaps, that is the way the restaurant prepares this particular side. The Tabboulé aside, I definitely would not mind visiting Naya again in the near future.

Enjoyable food. Well made and seasoned. My favorite was the red pepper and walnut dip which paired very well with the thick pita bread that accompanied. The tabouli was also very nice.

Service came with a smile and the design / layout of the joint is appealing. I am vegetarian so I ordered falafel. I was severely disappointed. The falafel, salad and rice were all dry. The salad needed dressing, the hummus was insufficient. When compared with falafel from the halal food truck in my neighborhood, this dish was a failure. In my neighborhood I get a choice of sauces making the dish much more enjoyable. Naya's falafel was difficult to consume and not as tasty as expected especially considering the price.

This location is by far the worst one. They have messed up my order every single time. I love the food, but not getting what i ordered more than once really kills my appetite. I would recommend going to the one on 6th ave

Great food. Hummus was very creamy. Service was excellent. Atmosphere comfy and quiet. Date-worthy.

Surely you have been to the Naya casual spots around the city for a quick and delicious lunch? This is Naya's original & first restaurant still open in the city! We had the pleasure of eating here and experiencing some of the most deliciously fresh hummus, falafel, and so much more! We were so full on appetizers but couldn't pass up the main course! Staff was unbelievably kind, professional and helpful. The restaurant is very clean and everyone is wearing a mask. There is also hand sanitizer upon walking in. Open now so please support your local businesses!

Wow, wow, wow. We wore out our guests with all the walking we did today (over the Brooklyn Bridge & traipsing around Dumbo, then North Williamsburg, so they didn't want to walk a lot of blocks for dinner once we got home. Nana is very near, so we gave it a shot, not having a res (our m.o.!), and we snagged a 4-top that we were told we'd need to vacate by 8:30; no problem! The food is amazing! We started with a lentil soup, thick, just the right blend of textured and smooth, well seasoned and great with a squeeze of the lemon provided. We shared that and an appetizer of foul, fava beans sauteed in oil, with tomatoes and I'm not sure what else but it was a nice size portion and very good! Our friends shared hummus (very creamy, heavily tahini, yummy) and what is called moussaka that is a totally different food from the classic Greek moussaka. It was served cold, was chickpeas, red peppers, eggplant , not sure what else. Also very tasty. Before we were served, they brought out a lovely 3-part dish with olives in one, crisp pita chips in one, and a dip that we figured out tasted like za'atar with a whole,lot,of sesame seeds in olive oil. The waiter said it was oregano, sumac, etc. - yep, a version of zaatar! Interesting, we didn't love it, but it was good, and something a little different! For entrees, friends had: chicken shawarma. On the menu it says with French fries, but our friend asked if they could sub a small salad, and they gave her a very green tabouli that's lemony and flavorful! He had casserole with lamb, red pepper, onion, a tomato sauce, he finished it up! Hubby and I both chose the vegetarian eggplant dish. It's served beautifully, a small pile of those little,pita crisps on one end of an oval,platter, and 3 perfect rolled-up eggplant slices (looking a little bit like Italian eggplant rollatini) nestled in a thick tomato sauce. Yogurt sauce is drizzled over the tops with sprinkles of pomegranate arils. I believe the eggplant rolls were stuffed with bulgur (maybe brown rice, but the texture was more bulgur). Excellent! We chose not,to indulge in either drinks nor dessert, but the food was high quality, well-prepared, a little different from anything we've had before, and we are very happy with tonight's dinner choice! Living so nearby, my husband and I do plan to return to Naya!

Delicious food, lots of flavors! Lebanese/Mediterranean food is our go to. We celebrated my moms birthday here and had a great experience. We had several dips but I recommended the spicy feta, it was so good. We also ordered falafel, chicken shawarma the rice and eggplant dish. All had great flavors. I would highly recommend if you want decent portions with tons of flavor.

Really liked the food here. Would definitely come back. The front of the restaurant is filled with smaller booths and group seating is in the back. Clean and modern decor. The lamb chops were super tender and basically fell off the bone. The sauces (green cilantro and green spicy) added a nice zest. My only complaint is the vermicelli in the rice. The knafeh was a little different from what I've had before and could have been more toasted but was still good. Probably would skip it next time though. Come here for the entrees tho! Very tasty and filling

Naya has been on my list for years and I'm glad I finally made it in. The ambiance, decor, interior and staff were great. I especially liked how the tables are standard and unmovable and it makes for a cute little nook you sit among your friends. Though the place and staff were great, unfortunately the food was lacking. I have high expectations as a regular Mediterranean food connoisseur, but even without that "knowledge" I think I still would have been disappointed. Here's a rundown of what 4 of us ate and my feelings about each dish Olives - I love salt, but I've never in my life tasted olives that seemed to be drenched in salt before being served Labné - It was very thick and lacked a bit of the usual flavor. I did enjoy that they added Za'atar to the dish Rekakat - one of my favorite dishes, the cheese dishes were much better than the spinach, even though spanokopita is one of my favorite foods. My friend thought the spinach one was a bitter Halloumi - the flavor was amazing Makanek - This was not at all what I was expecting, and even if my expectations had been different, I'm not sure I would have enjoyed this sweet meat dish Kafta Sayniyé - A giant Meatball in red sauce served with rice, this was quite flavorful and I really enjoyed it Mixed Grill - Chicken Shish - One of the better dishes we we were served, though the garlic mayo/aioli was a bit lackluster If there's a next time, I think I would order the shwarma plates!

I wish yelp let me put stars in .5 intervals as this would definitely be closer in feel to a 3.5 than a 3. My review echoes the sentiment of a few others here. I thought that my appetizer of 3 spreads was quite nice but the olives we were given at the start of our meal were unbearably salty. I also had the short rib and grape leaves stuffed with rice: wara' enab lahme. The short rib was wonderfully tender and the grape leaves were pretty solid although I honestly couldn't tell that there was beef mince inside. It was served with a pretty obscene amount of yogurt on the side which would have been a nice element of brightness in a fairly oily dish although I think I would have really preferred an unstrained yogurt for this purpose. The prices are pretty solid although I feel like the style of the decor doesn't really match with the food being served, the service provided, or anything else really. It looks like a small, old school restaurant with the veneer of modern innovation. That's not to say there's anything wrong at all with comforting Mediterranean food, it just doesn't quite feel like this restaurant knows what it wants to be.

One of the best meals I've ever had. Everything was fresh and authentic. Will definitely return. I recommend getting the mixed grill.

I visit the locations often for lunch. I love the GLUTEN Free options. My go to is the seasonal grains and CHICKEN SHAWARMA!!!

Ok firstly, this review is more of a 4.5; reason being is that they do not sell cocktails - only wine and beer. If they had a liquor license & cocktail options, easily a 5 star establishment. So this spot is SMALL. There's no way you can dine with a party of over 4, and even then it's a little tight in the 'booths'. Space aside, it's a nicely put together space with fairly dim lighting, accompanied by Arabian (I believe) music in the background. Upon first sight of the menu, my party was disappointed in not being able to grab a cocktail. A couple of us did have wine, and the other, beer. That disappointment quickly faded when our apps came and wow! Everything was very tasty - we all gave high remarks and 'mmm's' as we began trying all of the options - Baba Ganoush, Spicy Hummus, Spinach Pies, Holumi, and the Duo of Eggplant. For entrees, two members of the party opted for the spicy shrimp dish, (which was above standard level spice, so do not get if you can't handle a more intense spice) and from my taste of it - it definitely packed a punch. I myself got the spicy bronzino dish and let me say this; It was cooked to perfection! The fish was fresh and delicious, and the purée it sat atop was excellent. I would literally take that purée to go and use it with other food at home. Fabulous! I'm not much of a rice gal, but I even loved the accompanying rice. The other member of the party got the kebab platter. I as a pescatarian didn't get to try it, but he cleaned the plate which speaks for itself. I am seldom in midtown, but if ever I'm looking for a low key hidden gem for Mediterranean food, this will be the spot!

I've been to Naya a couple of times before and have enjoyed my experience every time. When you first walk in you are greeted by the gorgeous interior. I love the whole clear booth concept where the different booths of each row are divided by glass panels. It really gives an intimate feel for each table and allows you to pay attention to your tablmate(s) while also enjoying the space as a whole. During my most recent visit, my friend and I entered at 8:30PM on a Monday night. He had made a reservation but I'm not sure if it was completely necessary since it was busy but not super crowded. As soon as we were seated, we were handed menus and had our drink orders taken which we decided to get a couple of dishes to share. Apart from the efficiency, service was just ok. Our server would treat us friendly at one moment then cold the other. As for the food, we ordered the: -BABA GHANNOUJ: Yummy dip that came with some warm bread. The flavor was great, it really highlighted the eggplant taste and texture and was just a great way to start off our meal. We did not finish the whole dish and our server was kind enjoy to package the dish for us with some fresh, warm pita. -BEMIEH BEL LAHME: This was a daily special for the day so we just wanted to try it out since it was slightly chilly that night so made for a good stew-eating day. The flavor was very bold and delicious. The tomatoes really complimented the okras well; however, I would only recommend this dish for people who actually like the taste of okra because it was a very prominent note and would not be enjoyed if you do not like the taste and the texture of the veggie. All in all, definitely one of my more enjoyed restaurants in the city and I am always excited when I get to go try it out!

The Quick: Such A gem for lunch! A very reasonable lunch special, with a relaxed yet beautiful vibe. The restaurant that pretty full by 1230, so definitely make reservations! The Details: The food was incredible! I really enjoyed the Mezze platter and my lamb wrap was exquisite. We like best about this place, was how it was pretty relaxing, and had a hidden room in the back for a private party. Overall a great find! The Damage: lunch special for $18 includes an appetizer trio of mezze (plenty of options!), and a sandwich. The dinner prices look reasonable as well

Yeah, so I was excited to try this place. I've heard good things BUT... The service is awful. I mean, like really terrible. I waited like 55 minutes for a take out order?!?? The hostess with the red dreds was the worst. She was rude, curt and clearly didn't want to be there. I waited like an hour for my food? For a to go order?!??!?!

Solid spot! Ordered the chicken shish taouk for takeout. The pickup process was very organized too. The chicken was full of flavor and cooked perfectly too! Well packaged, and a good spot for takeout.

Yo soy trabajador de delivery me presente para recoger una orden en este lugar, la persona qque entrega los delivery me grito y humilló lo mas que pudo , por segunda vez , una situación horrible esta muy agresiva pense que me iva golpear no me dejo hablar , un actitud horrible

Did online ordering with no contact delivery. Ordered the basics: Chicken Shish Taouk Falafel Tabboule Salad Hummus Lebanese Rice Order arrived after an hour. Falafel was omitted. Called and the hostess politely sent out an order to fulfill the delivery. Arrived in less than 10 minutes, but it was kibbeh, not falafel. Didn't bother with another call. Hummus was very good. Likewise, the tabboule was quite delicious, just a bit heavy on onion for my personal taste - my dining companion was enthralled with the salad. Chicken was perfectly grilled and accompanied by grilled zucchini, tomatoes and onions. The Lebanese rice was Fantastic(notice the capital "F"). Kibbeh was also very good, a bit dry, but tasty; though I was truly craving falafel. I should have asked for more pita. Overall a 3 1/2 star experience with an extra 1/2 star because the hostess was so polite and expedient. Every dish packed in plastic. Very likely that the in- house dining experience is superior. So, I will give the restaurant another try when that's an available option.

This place was very solid. It's not some fancy nyc restaurant but the ambiance is still nice and the food was good for the price point. They give you a little appetizer of pita chips, olives, and some spiced oil which I enjoyed. They also brought plenty of pita which kept us full. Falafel were fresh and crisp, lamb was seasoned and cooked well, filet cubes were good. I really enjoyed the rice and the grilled veggies. Overall good food for the price point, would recommend

We ate. We ate sooo good! New York is home to some of the best chefs in the world! We had so many places bookmarked and must try bites! Although Naya Mezze wasn't on our radar we were so happy to stumble across this hidden gem. Naya Mezze a super delicious Lebanese dining spot with a unique wine list and phenomenal food! The hummus was so creamy and seasoned just right served with warm pita and the mixed olives went well with the feta salad. I had the lamb and my cousin had the filet both were delicious! Our server made the wine recommendations and they were so on point! I wish I would have snapped a pic of the bottle but we were so enjoying the ambience and meal. I do know I will return here hopefully sooner than later.

Wow, really enjoyed my meal here! Space is a little narrow and small, but food here makes the experience well worth it. I came here with my friend and her sister for dinner one night. We started off with some fresh mint tea - it was a cold night and this was exactly what we needed to warm us up. We ordered 3 small plates, one entree and one dessert to share between 3 of us. We had babaganoush, moudardara, spicy hummus, kafta kebab, and ice cream trio (which is actually a duo because they only had two flavors). Honestly, all of the food was delicious. I loved every single thing I ate. The lamb was particularly juicy - just wish there was a tiny bit more salt on it. Ice cream was unique as well. I really enjoyed the mango flavor, but that felt more like a sherbet than an ice cream. We sat here for about 2.5 hours just eating and talking. They didn't rush us out once. We felt very welcome here and really appreciated the friendly staff and the delicious food. Will come here again soon!

Lebanese. Is this what you are looking for? Look no further. Not sure what you want to eat tonight? Why not try Lebanese? Welcome to Naya. Upscale ambiance and a narrow footprint definitely make this place a significant standout - and we haven't even eaten anything yet. Take a seat at one of the booths, grab a menu, and order something. Anything. It'll be good. We stated with a bottle of classic Lebanese red wine, chilled appropriately, and it complimented every single bite of the meal. It was the most expensive thing we ordered -- without wine you can have a full on dinner for two, leave stuffed, and be out the door for less than $60. We stuck to the small plates in an effort to try a few different things. We had intended on ordering larger meals, but were full way before we even had the chance to order anything. The hummus and the Baba Ghannouj are an absolute must try. Add a bit of cracked pepper and warm pita, and you'll be happy for days. We also had the spicy shrimp and one of the sausage dishes (Sujuk), and I have to say...the sujuk was awesome, but spicy shrimp was absolutely insane. I'm a huge fan of acidic food (e.g. red wine vinaigrette, german potato salad) and the shrimp is the perfect balance of spicy and acid - with a lingering burn on the end. The sauce is good on absolutely everything, I used some pita to soak a lot of it up; I wasn't about to leave any behind. I only hit 8% of the menu, and I can't wait to go back and try more. THIS is Lebanese food done right. Order a ton, don't spend a lot, and say hey to Henry, because he's awesome and deserves the shout out.

This place is definitely a great place for a date! The ambiance is very good and lighting is dim. There are private booths. I ordered the branzino in spicy sauce and I honestly thought it was great! The spicy sauce is not exactly spicy, but rather a more sweet-sour starchy taste that is a bit hard to describe. There is a LOT of sauce with the Branzino and it goes quite well with the rice. I'd definitely recommend the fish if you're looking for something light and filling. My friend ordered the kafta kabob and it was a very loaded dish full of many things! He enjoyed it, but didn't find it to be SUPER life changing. I tried some of the lamb as well and found it to be a bit salty. For appetizer, we ordered the halloumi. It was VERY GOOD !!!!! I expected something more cheesy, but what we got was essentially beef (and some cheese) between a sort of flat bread. Very delicious and a good choice for something to munch on!! All in all, I will definitely return. The food is great and service is also very quick. Our waiter was eager to give us recommendations and they recs were all quite good!

They have horrible customer service. Rude. Rude. Rude. I asked if they have middle eastern tea. Like the mint tea ? He was rude abs annoyed said no but explained condescendingly-like this-" we have hot water, tea bags and mint!" Would you like that??? We just said no. Ordered our food and ate quietly. We paid and left. The manager was even worse. Also rude attitude like we were Being annoying by interrupting his computer work in the back booth he was sitting at. I hate this restaurant. Will never go back again for sure.

This is such a cute spot for dates, catching up with friends and girl's night. It's a very trendy looking, narrow spot but all the tables are set up in a way that it still feels very private. Recommend you make a reservation because they do ask when you come in. Most of the tables are two-seaters but there is a private space in the back for large groups and a few tables for four spread throughout. Although I do warn if you have a bad back, be prepared. The seats are comfortable but not prime for back support. Service was very nice but what impressed me was the food. I didn't expect it to be so good because I was thinking of the great WaFa's in Queens for delicious Lebanese food. Fried kibbe - good flavor and fresh. Really enjoyed it and wish there was one extra ball as it comes in three. Mini pies with spinach - nice crust but filling was too salty for me Baba ghannoush - YES get this. Comes with hot pita bread. Nice portion, didn't cheap out on actual eggplant...it was delicious. Mixed grill - VERY tender and moist meat for chicken and beef. Comes with rice and grilled vegetables (zucchini, eggplant, green pepper, tomato). Great sharing dish so you can try a bit of everything. Was impressed by the way the meat turned out. Great grill marks and retained a lot of the juices in the meat...nice! Baklava - Had to save room for dessert since dinner was so pleasant. It was a slice of the baklava with a few fingers. Very nice and you could tell it was freshly baked. Nutty texture throughout and flaky crust. Prices are decent. Worth it for the area in Manhattan it's located at and the quality of the food. Definitely say give it a shot!

Currently my favorite mediterranean restaurant! After reading some great reviews I decided I had to check this place out for myself. To be honest it exceeded all of my expectations. From the food, to the ambiance, and the attention we received throughout our dinner, it was all fantastic. I have to say i'll be coming back upon another mediterranean craving. To start we ordered some cheese cigars - rekakta on the menu - which also came with complementary pita chips and dips that were interestingly tasty. When it came to ordering the main dish we were overwhelmed with how good all the dishes sounded, so we asked the waiter for his recommendation once we narrowed it down to the lamb and beef kebabs. He suggested we get both and share since those are two of their most popular dishes. I'm so glad we did get both because they were phenomenal and I would've been so upset if I had missed out. Oh and the beef was super tender and succulent... very well cooked. The ambiance was also one of the highlights. It was really soothing, from the lighting to the medium volumed music which all set the tone perfectly. Great spot to unwind and dine.

A friend of mine picked this restaurant and I thought it was decent, but quite a bit overpriced, especially for Mediterranean food. We had changed our reservation to be a little later because I thought I would be late, but actually arrived there sooner than was expected. The hostess said she could not accommodate seating us before the time of our new reservation time. She was polite but firm about it so I appreciated that. She let us know when our table was ready and it wasn't a minute before the reservation time. The decor of the restaurant was okay. It was sleek and modern, with white walls and lighting and railway style seating. We were seated a little bit towards the back which I think was better because we had more room. We ordered several appetizers: Fattoush, Hommus Lahme and Rekakat Bi Sujuk. First we were given a complimentary snack trio of crispy pita chips, olives and some sort of sauce with sesame seeds for the chips. The chips were bland and the sauce was not really to my liking. The Fattoush was a salad that consisted of mixed greens, tomato, cucumber, radish, green pepper, onion, toasted pita and vinaigrette. It was light and the vegetables were fresh, but I wasn't that impressed. It was healthy but not all that flavorful. I liked the Hommos Lahme better, which was hummus with minced sirloin beef and pine nuts. This came with a ton of pita bread. I enjoyed the hummus mixed with the beef, but the pita was kind of blah. My favorite appetizer was definitely the Rekakat Bi Sujuk, which looked like adorable little spring rolls. It was phyllo dough filled with Mediterranean cheeses and spicy beef, though the meat wasn't spicy at all. The ingredients came together really beautifully here and it was nicely seasoned and very tasty. I definitely thought 4 pieces were not enough! For the main course, I ordered the Chicken Shawarma Roll and it came with 2 sides. This was strips of marinated chicken with lettuce and pickles/garlic in a pita. The chicken itself was great with delightful flavor but I really did not like the addition of pickles with it. That actually kind of ruined the dish for me and I wasn't able to taste the garlic at all. For the sides, I selected grilled vegetables and french fries. The sides were wonderful! They were pretty generous with them. The vegetables (red peppers, zucchini, eggplant, onion) were grilled to perfection and the fries were crispy and fluffy. The service was all right. Our waiter was cheerful and helpful with recommending what to order, but he brought us a fried appetizer that we didn't order and failed to take it off the final bill so it was a good thing we caught it before paying. It was a nice meal, but not special enough for me to come back especially with the prices they are charging.

My bf and I order from Naya express for lunch all the time and love the chicken schwarma there and decided to give ordering takeout from the restaurant a try. The chicken was bone dry and flavorless. French fries were soggy. The only thing good and consistent between the restaurant and express location was the garlic sauce. We called the restaurant immediately to ask if maybe it was a bad batch of chicken because we were so surprised. I let the lady who answered know that the chicken was surprisingly dry to which she said "oh yea, the chicken is like that." I then asked why she would advertise to a customer that the restaurant made dry chicken, to which she said "that's just how it is, it's dry". Anyways, very disappointed by the food and service from this restaurant. Will not be ordering from them again.

The good: Food was great. I tried the Friday special which was the lamb meatballs and rice. It was really good. My friend had a vegetarian platter that looked fantastic. I loved the atmosphere; the decor was spot on. Our waiter and wait staff were very friendly. The meh: Called to advice them that I would be running a little late because I had a reservation. The lady I spot with was rather unprofessional and kinda rude. It's kinda hidden so be on the look out.

Clean, elegant, testy,magnificent Mediterranean (Lebanese) food with each bite you experience the test of 1000 night and night magic. With the best

Best Lebanese in NYC. We have been hoping to find a place in NYC that rivalled home and we finally found it! What a refreshing place. Great place with modern feel. I had to apologise for not getting a photo of the mixed grill. Don't worry. Just get it. Started with Hummus and Babaganoush, with Tabouleh and Fatoush, all excellent - got Halloumi and Mixed grill. Hummus and bbg were incredibly good and matched well wth Haloumi and salads. Mixed grill was so well done. As good a Lebanese meat I have had ever. So well cooked. Beef fell to pieces and chicken wasn't rubbery. Garlic sauce was obviously amazing and finished with great bbq vegetables. Absolutely going back without question. Tab came to less than $100 and that's incredibly cheap in nyc. Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Price 5/5 Ambiance 5/5

I had lunch here Saturday. No one rushed us even though we sat there for a couple of hours. They even kept bringing us more tea. My niece and I ordered five appetizers and dessert. Everything was very good! Our waiter, Abdo, could not have been more accommodating. Whenever I'm in New York, we will be there for lunch or dinner!

***Pre-Covid Review*** Overall (4/5): Fantastic mediterranean place, chic and upscale. Food (4/5): Really delicious - kebabs and fried haloumi are the best things. Atmosphere (4/5): Cool interior and comfortable seating. Uniqueness (4/5): Nice to have Mediterranean options in this area. Value (4/5): Medium priced. Enough food to feel full.

Its a decent place with good food options. I would certainly give it a try. Good packaging.

Went in for a birthday dinner, it was a party of 9. Beautiful location, enjoyed the music and the decor. Service was amazing, but I was not happy with the food. It was very dry and sour tasting like very pickly. Maybe just that one wrap that I ordered was very weird tasting. Other than that this location is great to sit down and have dinner. The meat was well cooked for the other entrees and I loved that.

Very good spot for Lebanese food. My favorite are the hummus, fattoush salad and wraps. They are so light and filling. I don't feel like I am dragging throughout the day.

Great quality lunch and dinner chicken shawarma is fantastic. Lots of adding for a bowl or salad. Would definitely fill you up for the price. $12 lunch that will beat any street cart in the area. They are on point for delivery also!!

Nothing special here just an average place, thought the food would be more unique but I ate everything so it wasn't that bad, came around 5 pm it wasn't busy and were seated pretty fast, this place is so small and narrow I would say it's less than 20 feet wide, the tables were set up real nice, considering the amount of space, no music playing so it was just quiet, the food. Baba ganoosh $9 small plate not worth it Batata harra, spicy potato nothing spicy to them Arayas with meat those were good they look like quesdilla but with out the cheese The rekakat or as I call them cheese rolls made with phyllo dough they were good but not fresh, seems they were just warmed up

Beautiful and modern-looking, Naya Mezze & Grill makes a wonderful first impression. The restaurant's ambience is simultaneously casual and classy, a setting appropriate for both a celebratory dinner and a night out with friends. While entrees are available on the menu, the extensive list of mezzes is notable, as it presents a well-rounded selection of traditional Lebanese dishes. Sticking to a family-style, small plate format allows everyone to sample a little bit of everything, which is particularly helpful for those with order-related commitment issues. A tray of olives, crackers, and sesame seed dip is brought to every table. A basket of warm and fluffy pita is also served, and it's very tempting to fill up on bread before the rest of the food arrives. We shared four mezzes between the two of us, and left feeling full and satisfied. The falafel, without question, was our favorite dish; unfortunately, there were only four pieces, so sharing them was a challenge! The falafel were exceptionally crispy, and the herbs used in conjunction with the ground chickpeas contributed a ton of flavor. The fassoulia, a mixture of white beans and lemon, garlic, parsley, and olive oil, paired well with the warm pita. I can't speak to the fried kibbé, our third mezze, but I blinked and the plate was clean, which should say enough. We also tried the eggplant stuffed with rice, parsley, onion, tomato and walnut. While the taste wasn't bad, the texture was mushy and the red sauce it was cooked in overpowered the other ingredients. Still, overall, we had a positive experience dining here. I have yet to check out any of the Naya Express locations, but will make sure to do so now that I've had the chance to eat at the main restaurant.

Zero star for service. May be 2 for food Cheese was over grilled and beef dumplings were over fried. In nyc I guess there are just so many options so if service is not to a certain standard there is no point in returning to same place. My take, try Taksim, Sip Sap nearby who have very authentic food and good service

Great vibes, great food, and even better service. 4 of us got dinner for $125. Standard for NYC. We ordered: Chicken Shwarma: Pita Panini greatness. Get the side of cucumber yogurt, it's huge & a great dip for everything on the table. Chicken Kebob: Grilled chicken n veggies w/ rice Beef Serloin Fried Pastries: Delicious mini empanadas. Falafel: Crispy goodness. Tastes a tad dif than your typical falafel, but just a good. String beans: Decent side dish. Vegan option Baklava: Softer than your usual, which makes it even better! Spicey Shrimp: Outstanding flavor. Must order vegan appetizer Waiters were amazing all night. Very accomodating. We had a few of the Lebanese beers, they were great AND we got the chilled glasses. Money moves.

Came here recently after they reopened and food was great as was the service. We ordered the mixed grill plate, shish tawook plate, and muhammara. The bread that they give goes really well with the muhammara. They have dividers between the tables so very covid friendly and the service was great as our waiter consistently checked in on us. I would definitely come back.