Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Midtown

Last night marked my inaugural dining experience at Divan, and it certainly did not disappoint! The valet service was quite affordable, and despite the bustling atmosphere, I was pleased to find that I didn’t wait long at all before my car was whisked away. Upon entering, we were met with a warm welcome and swiftly shown to our seats. The ambiance struck me as elegant and refined, creating the perfect backdrop for our meal. Haniyah, our server, was exceptional—she took the time to walk us through the menu, offered stellar recommendations, and checked in on us throughout the evening. I opted for a refreshing sangria, while my husband chose a delightful pomegranate wine—both drinks hit the spot! Following Haniyah's suggestions, we indulged in the hummus duo, Spice Roasted Double-Cut Lamb Rib Chops, and a flavorful curry with prawns. Our main dishes arrived in a timely manner, piping hot and cooked to perfection; they were utterly delectable, and the portion sizes were just right. We left no morsel behind! Although I had to skip dessert this time around, I’m already dreaming of a return visit to savor those sweet endings. I can hardly wait for my next culinary adventure at Divan!

Had a fantastic meal at Knife! The food was delicious, especially the Salmon. Our waitress, Grace, was outstanding—attentive, friendly, and made our experience so enjoyable. Highly recommend this spot for great food and excellent service!

Great Date night. Will definitely return. The chef was amazing

Have been multiple times. Last night was for Valentine’s dinner. We had a table for two against a window—perfect, we had light and were away from the “energy” of the entrance and bar—and make no mistake, Rummi’s is energetic! There are a lot of people, a lot of movement, and with that comes volume. But that is part of Rummi’s. If you’re looking for a quiet, intimate spot, this isn’t it. If you’re looking for a fun night with wonderful food and service, you’ve found it! Food/service? I’ve never had anything less than excellent food here (I gravitate to the sea bass and a date milkshake for desert). Also, I’ve never had less than stellar service. Definitely a great spot for a fun night and wonderful food!

We had a wonderful Valentine's Day prix fixe dinner experience at Zakia. Early 5pm reservation and the space filled up quickly. Everything was delicious and they accommodated my shellfish allergy. The waiter was very knowledgeable and kind. Great knowledge of the wine selections as well. We asked him to space out the coursing prior to the entree and that worked out great so we had time to sit and relax. Would definitely recommend, gorgeous!