They get shutdown by the Health Dept and cover the notices. Food safety is the last thing we all need to worry about. They have multiple locations and permits and their history with the Health Dept is frightening.
I’ve added photos from 07.26.25 from both locations 8501&8504 both on 3rd Ave. The door is open in one to look like they’re on vacation- you can see the reflection says closed from the yellow sign. The other location (8501 3rd) has the signs taped over with a palm tree placed in front. Bay Ridge deserves better.
I AM ADDING 2 VIDEOS FROM 07.28.25
Food: 1
Amir Melika
I used to love ordering from this place, but lately the food just isn’t the same. Every time I order, it gets worse. Feels like the original chef is gone, and the people cooking now don’t seem qualified. It just doesn’t taste like it used to. I used to tell everyone about this spot, but now I wouldn’t recommend it. Super disappointed.
Food: 1
Lily Lottery
Love a Palestinian restaurant and this Ayat Restaurant had great hospitality, service and food!! The chicken shawarma plate was delicious. They serve fresh bread that comes out steaming which is perfect with the dips (hummus, baba ghanoush and muhammara) I would say that the taboule salad lacked some lemon/ salt but still great food overall!
Absolutely yes to all of it! The hospitality and kindness of the staff were truly above and beyond. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and treated with such genuine care. We especially loved the kobbeh, grape leaves, and the shawarma plate — incredibly flavorful and brought back so much nostalgia. Truly delicious Palestinian cuisine!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sama Abuhasan
10/10 all around!! Hospitality was amazing, our server was constantly checking in with us and going above and beyond to make sure our experience was great. I even mentioned that I loved the pomegranates on the grape leaves, and she brought me some on the side! Delicious Palestinian food :)
It’s official, this is my go to for a nice cozy quiet breakfast 🍳, waitress is so welcoming, vibes hits the relax spot, service is great, I always start with a shot of Arabian coffee, then mint tea, Hummus , falafel, olive oil with olives and Zaatar, and A FRESHLY BAKED BREAD 🥖 ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
T Tony
You Better make good food like you used to do. Huge disappointment food is bad
Food: 1
Service: 5
Gunnar Tinsman
Great space with chic modern design and inviting atmosphere. We happened to eat outside during the Summer Stroll event on 3rd Ave. The food was delicious. Highly recommend the Grilled Haloumi Watermelon salad and Fattat Jaj. Delicious all around and friendly service. That pita bread 🤌
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
pranav jain
The food is sooo good, I will highly recommend this. Everyone was super nice and the food is really fresh
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Osama Hamdan
One of the coolest places you can visit. Cute and cozy, nicely decorated with Palestine theme and the best food that makes you feel at home. The service was great and the staff was amazing.
I don’t use that word lightly! The v platter literally blew me away. Make sure you’re really hungry when you visit as it makes the food taste even more spectacular than it already is. Can’t wait to try again
Julud Yehya
Its very expensive!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
aizat hospital
The food and atmosphere is top notch. If you would like to have Middle East cuisine, come here. You will not regret ♥️♥️♥️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Memo
The food was perfect. Service is excellent
M Aziz (Aziz)
Excellent food! Beautiful ambient. Good restaurant. Happy people.
They get shutdown by the Health Dept and cover the notices. Food safety is the last thing we all need to worry about. They have multiple locations and permits and their history with the Health Dept is frightening.
I’ve added photos from 07.26.25 from both locations 8501&8504 both on 3rd Ave. The door is open in one to look like they’re on vacation- you can see the reflection says closed from the yellow sign. The other location (8501 3rd) has the signs taped over with a palm tree placed in front. Bay Ridge deserves better.
I AM ADDING 2 VIDEOS FROM 07.28.25
Food: 1
I used to love ordering from this place, but lately the food just isn’t the same. Every time I order, it gets worse. Feels like the original chef is gone, and the people cooking now don’t seem qualified. It just doesn’t taste like it used to. I used to tell everyone about this spot, but now I wouldn’t recommend it. Super disappointed.
Food: 1
Love a Palestinian restaurant and this Ayat Restaurant had great hospitality, service and food!! The chicken shawarma plate was delicious. They serve fresh bread that comes out steaming which is perfect with the dips (hummus, baba ghanoush and muhammara)
I would say that the taboule salad lacked some lemon/ salt but still great food overall!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mezze Filistini, Kibbeh, Grape Leaves, Chicken Shawarma, Beef Shawarma, Muhammarah
Absolutely yes to all of it! The hospitality and kindness of the staff were truly above and beyond. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and treated with such genuine care. We especially loved the kobbeh, grape leaves, and the shawarma plate — incredibly flavorful and brought back so much nostalgia. Truly delicious Palestinian cuisine!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
10/10 all around!! Hospitality was amazing, our server was constantly checking in with us and going above and beyond to make sure our experience was great.
I even mentioned that I loved the pomegranates on the grape leaves, and she brought me some on the side! Delicious Palestinian food :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mezze Filistini, Kibbeh, Grape Leaves, Chicken Shawarma, Beef Shawarma
Updated review 07/23/2025
It’s official, this is my go to for a nice cozy quiet breakfast 🍳, waitress is so welcoming, vibes hits the relax spot, service is great, I always start with a shot of Arabian coffee, then mint tea, Hummus , falafel, olive oil with olives and Zaatar, and A FRESHLY BAKED BREAD 🥖 ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
You Better make good food like you used to do.
Huge disappointment food is bad
Food: 1
Service: 5
Great space with chic modern design and inviting atmosphere. We happened to eat outside during the Summer Stroll event on 3rd Ave. The food was delicious. Highly recommend the Grilled Haloumi Watermelon salad and Fattat Jaj. Delicious all around and friendly service. That pita bread 🤌
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is sooo good, I will highly recommend this. Everyone was super nice and the food is really fresh
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the coolest places you can visit. Cute and cozy, nicely decorated with Palestine theme and the best food that makes you feel at home. The service was great and the staff was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I don’t use that word lightly! The v platter literally blew me away. Make sure you’re really hungry when you visit as it makes the food taste even more spectacular than it already is. Can’t wait to try again
Its very expensive!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
The food and atmosphere is top notch. If you would like to have Middle East cuisine, come here. You will not regret ♥️♥️♥️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was perfect. Service is excellent
Excellent food! Beautiful ambient. Good restaurant. Happy people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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