Yalla Motek
Middle Eastern restaurant · Aventura Town Center ·
Mediterranean street food with falafel, shawarma, and bowls
Mediterranean street food with falafel, shawarma, and bowls
"With locations all over South Florida, it’s no surprise that there’s a Motek on South Beach. Located in the former Prime Fish space, this is one of those restaurants that works well for a quick bite or a leisurely meal with a large group. The Kosher-style menu features an array of hot and cold mezze dishes, as well as more hearty plates, including an award-winning Arayes Burger, chicken schnitzel, Turkish lamb kebab, and baby lamb chops. Plus, there’s an all-day brunch, with favorites such as the shakshuka, Israeli breakfast, and Jerusalem grilled cheese." - Amber Love Bond
"Head to the food hall in Aventura Mall for this offspring of the popular Motek chain. It serves street-style dishes with a twist, such as salmon shawarma, crispy eggplant hummus, and falafel bowls." - Alona Martinez
"Look for the word “yalla” in yellow neon lights. That’s where you’ll find Motek’s counter-service spot that lives upstairs in the Treats Food Hall. This place serves delicious, overflowing falafel sandwiches. Their spicy waffle fries are big, crispy, and come with a tangy sauce. And their lamb hummus is creamy and zesty. This is some of the prettiest (and tastiest) mall food court food we’ve ever had. You can also build your own rice, hummus, or salad bowl. And if you’re worried you won’t hear when they call your name, don’t worry—they have a bullhorn." - ryan pfeffer, virginia otazo
"Motek is one of our , and their Aventura restaurant has an identical menu—plus cocktails (which the Downtown location doesn’t have). If you’re looking to sit down and have a leisurely meal at the Aventura Mall, you should do it here. There really aren't any misses on the Israeli menu, but the chicken schnitzel sandwich, shakshuka, and arayes burger always deliver. " - Ryan Pfeffer
"Look for the word “yalla” in yellow neon lights. That’s where you’ll find Motek’s fast casual counter-service concept that lives upstairs in Avenura Mall's Treats Food Hall. This place serves delicious, overflowing falafel sandwiches. Their spicy waffle fries are big, crispy, and come with a tangy sauce. And their lamb hummus is creamy and zesty. This is some of the prettiest (and tastiest) mall food court food we’ve ever had. You can also build your own rice, hummus, or salad bowl. And if you’re worried you won’t hear when they call your name, don’t worry—they have a bullhorn." - Virginia Otazo
