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Au Za’atar is a Lebanese / Middle Eastern restaurant which has quickly become a destination in the Midtown East for New Yorker’s and tourists alike, serving family recipes from Lebanon and other middle eastern countries. Drop in for mezze and a glass of Lebanese wine or beer and enjoy a romantic dinner or an intimate meal with friends and family. Our menu crafted by head Chef Tarik Fallous highlights the best of Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisine with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and homemade dishes.
Polished eatery offering shawarma, mezze, and Lebanese dishes, plus outdoor dining.
Hours
| Sunday | 10 AM–2 AM |
| Monday | 10 AM–2 AM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–2 AM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–2 AM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–2 AM |
| Friday | 10 AM–2 AM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1063 1st Ave, New York, NY 10022
Phone: (212) 625-3982
Website: https://auzaatar.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: resy.com
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Reviews
Miguel Diaz
I visited this restaurant a few days ago and honestly had an amazing experience from start to finish. Everything about the place exceeded my expectations. The food quality was outstanding — fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with great attention to detail. Every dish we ordered was delicious and perfectly presented, making the whole dining experience memorable.
A special shoutout to our server, Kyle, who truly made the night exceptional. He was professional, attentive, and incredibly friendly throughout our visit. His service was top-class and he made sure we were comfortable and well taken care of the entire time. It’s rare to come across service that genuinely elevates your experience, but Kyle absolutely did.
The atmosphere and vibes of the restaurant are out of this world. The decorations are beautiful and create a warm, welcoming environment that’s perfect whether you’re dining with friends, family, or celebrating a special occasion. The energy of the place feels lively yet comfortable at the same time.
Since we were fasting during Ramadan, I was especially touched that they thoughtfully provided dates for us to break our fast. That level of care and cultural awareness really stood out and showed how much the staff values their guests. The entire team was very friendly, respectful, and accommodating, which made the experience even more meaningful.
Overall, this restaurant delivers excellence in food, service, atmosphere, and hospitality. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for authentic Lebanese cuisine and a fantastic dining experience in Midtown East.
Definitely a 10/10 — I will absolutely be coming back again.
… moreA special shoutout to our server, Kyle, who truly made the night exceptional. He was professional, attentive, and incredibly friendly throughout our visit. His service was top-class and he made sure we were comfortable and well taken care of the entire time. It’s rare to come across service that genuinely elevates your experience, but Kyle absolutely did.
The atmosphere and vibes of the restaurant are out of this world. The decorations are beautiful and create a warm, welcoming environment that’s perfect whether you’re dining with friends, family, or celebrating a special occasion. The energy of the place feels lively yet comfortable at the same time.
Since we were fasting during Ramadan, I was especially touched that they thoughtfully provided dates for us to break our fast. That level of care and cultural awareness really stood out and showed how much the staff values their guests. The entire team was very friendly, respectful, and accommodating, which made the experience even more meaningful.
Overall, this restaurant delivers excellence in food, service, atmosphere, and hospitality. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for authentic Lebanese cuisine and a fantastic dining experience in Midtown East.
Definitely a 10/10 — I will absolutely be coming back again.
Beatrice D.
I stopped by this restaurant for a late dinner after work and was pleasantly surprised. The ambiance is charming and welcoming, perfect for winding down. The menu is extensive with plenty of options to choose from, and the food is beautifully presented. I especially loved the homemade pita bread, freshly baked in their ovens, it makes a big difference!! The drinks were also excellent, well-balanced and flavorful. Overall, a great experience and I’ll definitely be coming back!
… moreBlake Townsend
Food was 10/10 – loved the beiruty hummus and the mixed grill platter. Meat was cooked to perfection and everything was so flavorful. Kyle & Heidi are PHENOMENAL. So attentive and kind. Great experience all around
… moreMaha Razzaq
Loved the ambience and aesthetic, the vibe is really nice.
The wait time for food was quite long, which was the only downside. That said, the food tasted good and I’d still go back.
… moreThe wait time for food was quite long, which was the only downside. That said, the food tasted good and I’d still go back.
Cindy Hao
this place is great for anything — dates, family, friends, etc I stg. especially great if you like meat. mix grill platter was phenomenal (takes like 45 minutes so) overall would say to expect dinner to be on the longer side here
we did a walk in on a holiday and they were able to seat us in a few min but prob smart to make a reservation.
they give you free bread that is actually so good and many sauces which is really fun.
… morewe did a walk in on a holiday and they were able to seat us in a few min but prob smart to make a reservation.
they give you free bread that is actually so good and many sauces which is really fun.
Nihal Fikry
Very disappointing service.
I asked the server how many pieces the dessert comes with. She told me 6 pieces. When the plate arrived, it only had 5 pieces. I let it go and didn’t make an issue out of it.
Then I ordered a glass of wine. What I received was literally just a tiny sip — barely anything in the glass. When I asked why it was poured like that, she told me it’s “dessert wine.” I explained that the bottle itself is only $10, so it’s not some rare or expensive wine that justifies such a minimal pour. She simply said, “This is how it is.”
After that, another staff member came to the table. He was extremely rude and aggressive. Instead of trying to solve the issue, he asked me what my problem was and kept repeating, “This is the system. Do whatever you want. Leave whatever review you want.” When I asked for the owner’s contact information, he refused and again told me to do whatever I want.
It’s really disappointing because the place itself is nice and the food is good, but the service is absolutely terrible. Rude, unprofessional, and dismissive. I won’t be coming back.
… moreI asked the server how many pieces the dessert comes with. She told me 6 pieces. When the plate arrived, it only had 5 pieces. I let it go and didn’t make an issue out of it.
Then I ordered a glass of wine. What I received was literally just a tiny sip — barely anything in the glass. When I asked why it was poured like that, she told me it’s “dessert wine.” I explained that the bottle itself is only $10, so it’s not some rare or expensive wine that justifies such a minimal pour. She simply said, “This is how it is.”
After that, another staff member came to the table. He was extremely rude and aggressive. Instead of trying to solve the issue, he asked me what my problem was and kept repeating, “This is the system. Do whatever you want. Leave whatever review you want.” When I asked for the owner’s contact information, he refused and again told me to do whatever I want.
It’s really disappointing because the place itself is nice and the food is good, but the service is absolutely terrible. Rude, unprofessional, and dismissive. I won’t be coming back.
Lina M
I’d been hearing about Au Zaatar for a while, so when I finally had the chance to travel to New York, I made sure it was on my list. Honestly, I didn’t know what to expect and wasn’t sure if it would live up to the hype—but I was so wrong.
The moment you walk in, the space is beautiful and welcoming. The staff are incredibly warm and attentive, which makes the experience even better. And the food… every single dish we tried was packed with flavor, fresh, and absolutely delicious. You can tell a lot of care goes into both the presentation and the taste.
My only regret is not having enough time to go back again before leaving New York. Au Zaatar is definitely a spot worth visiting—and revisiting.
… moreThe moment you walk in, the space is beautiful and welcoming. The staff are incredibly warm and attentive, which makes the experience even better. And the food… every single dish we tried was packed with flavor, fresh, and absolutely delicious. You can tell a lot of care goes into both the presentation and the taste.
My only regret is not having enough time to go back again before leaving New York. Au Zaatar is definitely a spot worth visiting—and revisiting.
Rosa Macalalag
Wow wow wow, this was our second time here and it did not disappoint for a birthday celebration! This was such a big hit with our friends.
For our first time, it was just the two of us and it left such a great impression. At that time, we had a special eggs Benedict, the grilled herbed salmon with bulgur, and the pita with sauces and dips. We cleared our plates so fast and left in awe and satisfaction. So when it was time to pick for a birthday celebration, this place was at the top of my list!
When we initially visited the first time, I inquired about the table side shawarma but they recommended it for 3-4 people. So this second visit, we had a party of 5 ordering the beef shawarma with fries and two sides of vermicelli rice. We also ordered two small plates to share- the kibbeh kras and jebne manouche to our waiter’s recommendation (it’s an impressively extensive menu). So all of this plus the endless pita with incredible sauces (garlic toum and Zaatar aioli was our fave!), we did not finish our food. Everyone was satisfied and there were no complaints. Everything was flavorful and tasty, the sauces just added extra depth which each bite. The house cocktails and mocktails were also superb.
So the place gets busy especially at dinner time. I recommend making reservations but be warned that your party won’t be seated until everyone is present. We had a hard out in like 1.5hrs that we communicated to the waiters and they did a wonderful job getting us out on time. They were also very accommodating throughout the meal, checking in if we needed refills on anything and very prompt at that. Be aware that the table side shawarma takes a minimum 30min – 1hr to prepare. The atmosphere and decor of restaurants is wonderful and on the fancy side. Little bit hard to take pictures because the inside is dim and you only have your table lamps.
Overall, a wonderful experience and can’t wait to come back to explore the menu some more! Our friends said that they would definitely come back in the future.
… moreFor our first time, it was just the two of us and it left such a great impression. At that time, we had a special eggs Benedict, the grilled herbed salmon with bulgur, and the pita with sauces and dips. We cleared our plates so fast and left in awe and satisfaction. So when it was time to pick for a birthday celebration, this place was at the top of my list!
When we initially visited the first time, I inquired about the table side shawarma but they recommended it for 3-4 people. So this second visit, we had a party of 5 ordering the beef shawarma with fries and two sides of vermicelli rice. We also ordered two small plates to share- the kibbeh kras and jebne manouche to our waiter’s recommendation (it’s an impressively extensive menu). So all of this plus the endless pita with incredible sauces (garlic toum and Zaatar aioli was our fave!), we did not finish our food. Everyone was satisfied and there were no complaints. Everything was flavorful and tasty, the sauces just added extra depth which each bite. The house cocktails and mocktails were also superb.
So the place gets busy especially at dinner time. I recommend making reservations but be warned that your party won’t be seated until everyone is present. We had a hard out in like 1.5hrs that we communicated to the waiters and they did a wonderful job getting us out on time. They were also very accommodating throughout the meal, checking in if we needed refills on anything and very prompt at that. Be aware that the table side shawarma takes a minimum 30min – 1hr to prepare. The atmosphere and decor of restaurants is wonderful and on the fancy side. Little bit hard to take pictures because the inside is dim and you only have your table lamps.
Overall, a wonderful experience and can’t wait to come back to explore the menu some more! Our friends said that they would definitely come back in the future.
Tommy Truong
Amazing food and service. Our server, Kyle, was attentive, friendly, patient and super helpful answering menu questions and offered recommendations. I would definitely come again and highly recommend this restaurant. Two thumbs up!
… moreIrina Glazkova
Great Lebanese spot! The hummus was amazing,probably the best in the city, the pastries tasty, and the chicken salad was nice.They also bring delicious snacks and sauces (especially garlic sauce). The filet mignon was a bit dry and tasteless, but overall I really enjoyed the place and would come back again.
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