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Middle Eastern specialties are offered in this down-to-earth restaurant with a terrace.
Hours
| Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 151 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Phone: (718) 689-5888
Website: http://www.albadawinyc.com/
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Reviews
saray g
As an arab woman, I’m ashamed that they’re serving these dishes to people who want authentic palestinian food. My husband (also arab) and I walked in after passing this place a bunch of times. It looked very beautiful inside, but there’s where the amusement ended. We ordered labna as an appetizer which was pretty decent, however the pita bread was severely undercooked. We ordered the maskhan dish, and we waited probably close to an hour waiting for it. I understand things are freshly prepped and made, but when we received it, it did not look like a meal that needed almost an hour. It had bread that was also undercooked, burnt not caramelized onions, and very bland and under seasoned chicken. The presentation was nice but it truly was not a good experience for my taste buds. The service was okay, I felt bad for the workers it seemed like it was only like 2-3 of them serving tables so of course I dont mind them checking in once in a while due to how busy they were. But overall, disappointment. Only way I’d come back is if i’m deathly craving some arab food and this is the only restaurant open in a 5 mile radius.
… moreGab L
DELICIOUS food and excellent service. enjoyed everything we ordered: the lamb was tender and fell off the bone, with nicely spiced rice; a generous portion of tasty meat with our hummus shawarma; and a classic rendition of muhammara.
no wonder this place is always full! will definitely be coming back.
… moreno wonder this place is always full! will definitely be coming back.
Kosta Rica
Excellent middle eastern restaurant.
With all the classic dishes like hummus and tabuleh, and good quality shawarma. They don’t have lamb but chicken and beef.
Beet salad was excellent.
Combination appetizer platter was excellent too – recommend it highly.
Overall, a nice experience and great food.
… moreWith all the classic dishes like hummus and tabuleh, and good quality shawarma. They don’t have lamb but chicken and beef.
Beet salad was excellent.
Combination appetizer platter was excellent too – recommend it highly.
Overall, a nice experience and great food.
Kiran Kaur
Solid Palestinian food on Atlantic Ave! We got the Ouzi Lamb and Mixed platter kebabs with the lamb chop; and ended with the knafe. Lamb was falling off the bone- the Ouzi Lamb tasted like it was cooked in a Palestinian’s grandmothers home and served fresh – flavors were warm and fragrant!! Kebabs had a ton of flavor; rice was fluffy and the knafe was probably one of the best I’ve had in the city. Service is slow but they are extremely busy! Would love to be back – if you can get a seat, def try it out!
… moreMOE JARADAT
This restaurant came to my attention through a strong recommendation from a devoted fan, so I made it a point to visit while in New York/Brooklyn. It was fairly busy for a late Sunday lunch or early dinner, which initially seemed promising.
Unfortunately, my experience was somewhat disappointing. The first item we attempted to order, laham ajun, was unavailable. The menu felt a bit cluttered and slightly overpriced for what was offered. While the restaurant appeared well-staffed, a noticeable language barrier made communication somewhat difficult.
The food itself carried good flavor, though I am uncertain whether it truly represents Palestinian cuisine as advertised—it didn’t quite evoke the familiar tastes I associate with authentic Mediterranean dining. Portion sizes were generous, which was appreciated.
The most surprising—and frankly disheartening—moment was when hot tea was served in a Turkish-style china cup poured from a coffee pot. It felt inconsistent with the restaurant’s cultural presentation.
Overall, while the visit was underwhelming, I do believe the place deserves a second chance.
… moreUnfortunately, my experience was somewhat disappointing. The first item we attempted to order, laham ajun, was unavailable. The menu felt a bit cluttered and slightly overpriced for what was offered. While the restaurant appeared well-staffed, a noticeable language barrier made communication somewhat difficult.
The food itself carried good flavor, though I am uncertain whether it truly represents Palestinian cuisine as advertised—it didn’t quite evoke the familiar tastes I associate with authentic Mediterranean dining. Portion sizes were generous, which was appreciated.
The most surprising—and frankly disheartening—moment was when hot tea was served in a Turkish-style china cup poured from a coffee pot. It felt inconsistent with the restaurant’s cultural presentation.
Overall, while the visit was underwhelming, I do believe the place deserves a second chance.
Mei Deng
FIREEE Palestinian food. Def need to come back, esp for the knafeh. Service was a little slow tho w/ food
– Complimentary pita w/ olives, oil, and seasoning: Warm, fire
– Kousa mahshi: Mid, lacked flavor
– Mansaf: 11/10, lamb fell right off the bone, and flavor was yummy. Like the soup it came with
– Msakhan: 9/10, a little sour, but I really liked all the onions. Chicken itself was tender but tasted like every other rotisserie chicken
– Knafeh: 11/10 MUST GET. Best knafeh I’ve had in nyc
… more– Complimentary pita w/ olives, oil, and seasoning: Warm, fire
– Kousa mahshi: Mid, lacked flavor
– Mansaf: 11/10, lamb fell right off the bone, and flavor was yummy. Like the soup it came with
– Msakhan: 9/10, a little sour, but I really liked all the onions. Chicken itself was tender but tasted like every other rotisserie chicken
– Knafeh: 11/10 MUST GET. Best knafeh I’ve had in nyc
Zohra Jebari
We were visiting from MA for the day and decided to try this Palestinian restaurant, what an incredible choice!! Our server, Eric, was so kind and welcoming. The food did take a little time, but we honestly didn’t mind because it gave us a chance to sit, relax, and talk. And when it arrived, it was absolutely worth the wait. Everything tasted so fresh, full of flavor, and was easily 10/10. This is hands down the best restaurant meal I’ve had in a long time. I’m usually disappointed when eating out, but this experience was the exact opposite. Highly recommend!
… moreSameer Chohan
Absolutely fantastic Middle Eastern food. We ordered a variety of dishes and every plate was generous, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The rice dishes were perfectly spiced and topped with toasted nuts, the roasted chicken was tender and deeply seasoned, and the grilled meats were juicy with a great char. The creamy sauces and yogurt-based sides paired perfectly with everything, and even the salad felt fresh and thoughtfully made.
Portions are large and ideal for sharing, making it a great spot for a group meal. Everything tasted comforting and authentic, like a home-cooked feast. If you’re looking for rich flavors, hearty plates, and a satisfying dining experience in Brooklyn, Al Badawi is a must-visit.
… morePortions are large and ideal for sharing, making it a great spot for a group meal. Everything tasted comforting and authentic, like a home-cooked feast. If you’re looking for rich flavors, hearty plates, and a satisfying dining experience in Brooklyn, Al Badawi is a must-visit.
sepideh Se
The food was good overall, but it didn’t really meet my expectations. The Mansaf was too oily for my taste, and the spices didn’t quite balance well — it felt a bit heavy. The cheese manakeesh was also overly oily, and the amount of cheese was too much, which ended up killing my appetite.
On the positive side, the atmosphere was nice, and the owner was very friendly and welcoming, which I really appreciated. However, the food itself was not as satisfying as I hoped — mainly because of the excessive oil and overpowering spices.
Overall, I’d say the restaurant is a bit overrated when it comes to the food, but the hospitality and service were excellent.
… moreOn the positive side, the atmosphere was nice, and the owner was very friendly and welcoming, which I really appreciated. However, the food itself was not as satisfying as I hoped — mainly because of the excessive oil and overpowering spices.
Overall, I’d say the restaurant is a bit overrated when it comes to the food, but the hospitality and service were excellent.
Amiya J
Food was ok but I was with a party of 10+ and we were never formally greeted. I couldn’t tell you who our waiter was. Waited over 30 minutes just to get the menus after everyone finished the complimentary bread. The table they had us sitting at was so tight we could barely fit and it was so bitterly cold the entire time despite the heat being on that half the party ate with their winter coats on! Service should have been much better, especially for a party so big.
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