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Motek, Miami’s beloved Mediterranean restaurant, is celebrated for its fresh, seed-oil free, kosher-style cooking and vibrant atmosphere. The menu features shakshuka, fresh-baked pita, house-made hummus, an award-winning burger, and all-day brunch, lunch, and dinner. Rooted in heritage and hospitality, Motek brings bold flavors and a warm neighborhood vibe.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 928 Broadway, New York, NY 10010
Phone: (646) 663-8374
Website: https://motekcafe.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: tripleseat.comresy.com
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Reviews
Ace Tiu
Let me preface this by saying that the food (or atleast what we were able to consume) was good, but the hygiene and service could be improved.
Went in with my wife as a walk-in on a busy Saturday for lunch, got seated within 10-15 minutes at the bar.
I ordered the Roasted Eggplant Hummus as an appetizer, Lamb Shawarma for my main and my wife ordered the Pastrami oven pita. Hummus came out pretty quickly, but there was a bit of a gap before we got our mains. Service was also just average, maybe because the restaurant was packed.
The hummus was good – creamy, savory, flavorful and the roasted eggplant gave the dish a twist. The lamb shawarma was also very flavorful, seasoned well and the sauce was also good. My wife only had about 1/5 of the pastrami, as she noticed there was a strand of hair on the meat. We informed the waitress about our concern, and she took the pastrami plate to the manager, after which there was no communication as to how the issue would be resolved. We found out in the end that the pastrami would be removed from our bill, but neither the waitress nor the manager asked my wife if she wanted to get another plate or order something else. Good thing the lamb shawarma was a pretty good portion and I shared it with her, otherwise she wouldn’t have had anything else to eat for lunch apart from the appetizer. As an aside, we also noticed that one of the crew members preparing / handling the food kept putting the small pieces of printed paper / order tickets on top of some of the food / bread – I’m not sure how hygienic that is or if that is standard practice.
Overall, we probably would return and give this restaurant another chance, however there is definitely room for improvement in the food hygiene / safety aspect as well as service.
… moreWent in with my wife as a walk-in on a busy Saturday for lunch, got seated within 10-15 minutes at the bar.
I ordered the Roasted Eggplant Hummus as an appetizer, Lamb Shawarma for my main and my wife ordered the Pastrami oven pita. Hummus came out pretty quickly, but there was a bit of a gap before we got our mains. Service was also just average, maybe because the restaurant was packed.
The hummus was good – creamy, savory, flavorful and the roasted eggplant gave the dish a twist. The lamb shawarma was also very flavorful, seasoned well and the sauce was also good. My wife only had about 1/5 of the pastrami, as she noticed there was a strand of hair on the meat. We informed the waitress about our concern, and she took the pastrami plate to the manager, after which there was no communication as to how the issue would be resolved. We found out in the end that the pastrami would be removed from our bill, but neither the waitress nor the manager asked my wife if she wanted to get another plate or order something else. Good thing the lamb shawarma was a pretty good portion and I shared it with her, otherwise she wouldn’t have had anything else to eat for lunch apart from the appetizer. As an aside, we also noticed that one of the crew members preparing / handling the food kept putting the small pieces of printed paper / order tickets on top of some of the food / bread – I’m not sure how hygienic that is or if that is standard practice.
Overall, we probably would return and give this restaurant another chance, however there is definitely room for improvement in the food hygiene / safety aspect as well as service.
Rewan Rai Parti
What an incredible meal. Highly recommend starting with the dips and oven pita—don’t miss the Lebanon and pastrami oven pita in particular. The hummus with eggplant was outstanding, and the falafel was perfectly crispy and beautifully spiced.
The true showstopper was the lamb shawarma—exceptional and easily the highlight of the meal. The chicken was great too, but the lamb absolutely stole the show. Drinks were excellent, and the service was warm and attentive.
The place was packed, so definitely make a reservation before coming. Overall, a fantastic experience—will absolutely be back.
… moreThe true showstopper was the lamb shawarma—exceptional and easily the highlight of the meal. The chicken was great too, but the lamb absolutely stole the show. Drinks were excellent, and the service was warm and attentive.
The place was packed, so definitely make a reservation before coming. Overall, a fantastic experience—will absolutely be back.
Avrom W
For starters, every single item between all of us was delicious. From starters to desserts. An wonderful place to dine.
Food: Mediterranean flavor with an Israeli twist an a high class spin. Delicious flavorful and fresh. Every dish was delicious. Often a plate has a good dish here or there but this place the entire menu is delectable.
Service: Excellent well mannered service. From the moment we walked in and were shown our table every server smiled at us politely. Dishes were fresh yet every single dish we ordered came quickly despite the full crowd
Ambiance: Mediterranean Greek vibe. Well decorated. Simple and classy. Comfortable seating and cozy. It does get crowded and a little noisy but not to a bothersome level.
Expect to pay about 100 per person but very well worth it. All across the bird from food to service this place excels in. Come here and expect to be wowed.
… moreFood: Mediterranean flavor with an Israeli twist an a high class spin. Delicious flavorful and fresh. Every dish was delicious. Often a plate has a good dish here or there but this place the entire menu is delectable.
Service: Excellent well mannered service. From the moment we walked in and were shown our table every server smiled at us politely. Dishes were fresh yet every single dish we ordered came quickly despite the full crowd
Ambiance: Mediterranean Greek vibe. Well decorated. Simple and classy. Comfortable seating and cozy. It does get crowded and a little noisy but not to a bothersome level.
Expect to pay about 100 per person but very well worth it. All across the bird from food to service this place excels in. Come here and expect to be wowed.
Emily Fligel
Spacious and lively restaurant with 2 floors and very good food, drinks, and service. The staff was really kind and attentive, especially our waiter, Ezekiel. Appetizers came out quickly and the entrees weren’t far behind. Definitely recommend a reservation, as this place is super popular. They did seat us a decent amount later than our reservation time but it all worked out in the end and was a very nice night.
… moreshannon nassi
Motek is a great restaurant and Bora, our waiter, was a pleasure.
The food is absolutely phenomenal. Not a single dish misses. I’ve been here twice now and tried different dishes each time. The cabbage salad and chicken schnitzel are not to be missed.
Bora was really kind and fun. He was attentive and very helpful.
The host staff really needs an attitude adjustment along with better management skills. I waited 40 minutes for my table (while arriving on time). When I was offered a table I was offered something by the door (something that you offer a walk in). Meanwhile, it is 30 degrees outside. After charading us all over the restaurant (downstairs and back upstairs) we asked a manager for one of the three open more appealing tables.
Overall, our waiter (once we sat down) Bora was phenomenal. The food is truly exceptional, and the restaurant vibes are unlike anything currently in Manhattan.
… moreThe food is absolutely phenomenal. Not a single dish misses. I’ve been here twice now and tried different dishes each time. The cabbage salad and chicken schnitzel are not to be missed.
Bora was really kind and fun. He was attentive and very helpful.
The host staff really needs an attitude adjustment along with better management skills. I waited 40 minutes for my table (while arriving on time). When I was offered a table I was offered something by the door (something that you offer a walk in). Meanwhile, it is 30 degrees outside. After charading us all over the restaurant (downstairs and back upstairs) we asked a manager for one of the three open more appealing tables.
Overall, our waiter (once we sat down) Bora was phenomenal. The food is truly exceptional, and the restaurant vibes are unlike anything currently in Manhattan.
Rachel Makowski
❤️ Overview:
My friend and I went here for dinner. She recommended it because she really enjoyed their Boca Raton location. The food was yummy and the portion size was nice as well! The inside is super cute and larger than it looks from the outside. You definitely have to get a hummus because 1) it’s yummy and 2) the pita is so soft, fluffy and good.
I would definitely recommend getting a reservation as this place was constantly packed since the moment we got there. There were also a lot of people waiting to be seated.
❤️What was ordered:
Beer, old fashion cocktail, mushroom hummus, crispy cauliflower, basket of lollipops, their branzino special dish.
❤️Stand outs:
Mushroom hummus and the special branzino
❤️Would I come back/recommend:
Yes – I would come back
Yes – I would recommend
… moreMy friend and I went here for dinner. She recommended it because she really enjoyed their Boca Raton location. The food was yummy and the portion size was nice as well! The inside is super cute and larger than it looks from the outside. You definitely have to get a hummus because 1) it’s yummy and 2) the pita is so soft, fluffy and good.
I would definitely recommend getting a reservation as this place was constantly packed since the moment we got there. There were also a lot of people waiting to be seated.
❤️What was ordered:
Beer, old fashion cocktail, mushroom hummus, crispy cauliflower, basket of lollipops, their branzino special dish.
❤️Stand outs:
Mushroom hummus and the special branzino
❤️Would I come back/recommend:
Yes – I would come back
Yes – I would recommend
Jacob S
Motek is phenomenal. The vibe, the food, and the service are all great. We sat at the salad bar and genuinely enjoyed watching Jose prepare beautiful looking dishes, and Ronald being an excellent expeditor.
Matthew also came to our table and explained all the dishes to us. He is very passionate about the culinary experience at Motek. David was our waiter and he’s excellent. The whole staff has the same mindset. We had a great time and will come again!
… moreMatthew also came to our table and explained all the dishes to us. He is very passionate about the culinary experience at Motek. David was our waiter and he’s excellent. The whole staff has the same mindset. We had a great time and will come again!
Hope Hansen
We loved Motek! They were open during the blizzard (we knew because of their great Instagram stories!), and the service was second to none. George was our waiter and provided excellent recommendations. The food was delicious. Great experience!
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Overrated. Extremely busy and crowded, especially in the front dining area. The space feels tight, with tables packed closely together and little to no room for winter coats (something that really matters in NYC) Sitting near the door would’ve been miserable with people hovering while waiting for tables.
Food – Fine, but not memorable. With so many standout Mediterranean spots in NYC, this isn’t one I need to revisit.
• Dips: Tzatziki and spicy feta were both decent but forgettable.
• Bread: The clear standout – pillowy, warm, soft, and doughy. Absolutely excellent.
• Salmon ceviche: Fresh and pleasant, with a nice pop of sweetness from the pomegranate.
• Tuna tartare: Just okay, nothing distinctive.
• Cauliflower: Highly recommended by both the waitress and a neighboring table, but ultimately underwhelming.
• Zucchini latkes: By far the best dish of the night, crispy edges, tender inside, and full of flavor.
• Greek salad: The feta was rich, creamy, and delicious; the rest of the salad was unremarkable.
Service – Started strong but quickly declined. We waited an excessive amount of time for a second drink after requesting it from both our server and the manager, and still had to follow up again. One dish was also forgotten and incorrectly marked as “served,” eventually arriving last alongside a Greek salad we added at the end. Nothing was comped or acknowledged.
… moreFood – Fine, but not memorable. With so many standout Mediterranean spots in NYC, this isn’t one I need to revisit.
• Dips: Tzatziki and spicy feta were both decent but forgettable.
• Bread: The clear standout – pillowy, warm, soft, and doughy. Absolutely excellent.
• Salmon ceviche: Fresh and pleasant, with a nice pop of sweetness from the pomegranate.
• Tuna tartare: Just okay, nothing distinctive.
• Cauliflower: Highly recommended by both the waitress and a neighboring table, but ultimately underwhelming.
• Zucchini latkes: By far the best dish of the night, crispy edges, tender inside, and full of flavor.
• Greek salad: The feta was rich, creamy, and delicious; the rest of the salad was unremarkable.
Service – Started strong but quickly declined. We waited an excessive amount of time for a second drink after requesting it from both our server and the manager, and still had to follow up again. One dish was also forgotten and incorrectly marked as “served,” eventually arriving last alongside a Greek salad we added at the end. Nothing was comped or acknowledged.
Colleen Bloch
The food was delicious and very flavorful. Perfect portions for sharing. Our server, George, was attentive and courteous. Motek was one of the few restaurants open during the blizzard.
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