Ayat
$$ • Middle Eastern, Pasta, Vegan
Hours:
2018 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island
(718) 831-2585
About Ayat
Customers' Favorites
Ayat Reviews
Bland food that tastes as if it’s been sitting in the fridge for weeks, and the wait staff operate like they don’t understand the basics of service.
Not sure how this place is still in biz other than maybe the other patrons, who frankly look more like illegal jihadists than New Yorkers.
They support Palestine, which means that there can't be a decent person to eat there.
I have visited the Allentown location several times. The food is always great, but what’s even better is the feeling of warmth the staff and owners emit. Everyone has always been so incredibly kind and attentive. Excellent food and service!
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Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 10PM |
Ayat, a Palestinian restaurant on Hylan Boulevard, offers a delightful culinary experience. Each meticulously crafted dish, from aromatic spices to fresh ingredients, showcases the rich heritage of Palestinian cuisine. The salads are spectacular, and the chicken dishes are done to perfection—no one serves a more tender chicken. The impeccable service and warm hospitality of the staff further enhance the dining experience. While the main dishes may be just 'ok' for some, the labneh, pita bread, hummus, and falafel are standouts. The mixed shawarma platter and araby beef shawarma come with generous portions and delicious sides like soft Arabic rice and pickled salad. Ayat's larger location and extensive menu cater well to bigger groups, with great value and beautiful murals adding to the vibrant atmosphere. The decor is original and very beautiful, and the feeling of warmth from the staff makes every visit memorable.