Middle Eastern Restaurants near Whitestone, NY

“Friendly service, good food takes time to prepare but it's so worth the wait“

“Excellent lunch, the seafood platter for 2 featuring fresh succulent whole lobster, scallops, shrimp, calamari and white fish. Accented by rich flavor from the sauce and rice. Fresh traditional flatbread that puffs up on baking tasted delicious.“

“We ordered for the first time tonight from Sammy, former proprietor of JuJu’s Bagels now transformed into El Toum. We ordered 4 items and they were ready for pickup in less than 25 minutes. The Mixed Kebab platter, Kofta Burger with fries, Falafel Sandwich with extra tahini sauce, and El Toum Appetizer were refreshingly homemade, tasted delicious, and proved outstanding bangs for the buck. More than enough food for a family of four with leftovers. This is a very welcome addition to a neighborhood missing this kind of fare. I highly recommend supporting this local business. Some of the best falafel and tabouli I’ve tasted in quite some time too!“

“I’ve been eating this food for decades now. The brick and mortar location has delicious variety in appetizers and platters in addition to the classics. The food never fell off and is always fresh and the owners are sweet people. I happily support their business especially when they are outspoken and bold about their beliefs and have the best falafel I have ever eaten.“

“The Koshari! Will go back again for sure!“

“🔝 Notch middle eastern cuisine, Hands down the best, Highly Recommended“

“Absolutely amazing food!. Best Spinach pies I've ever had.“

“Have my regular halal spots but decided to give this place a try on a whim last night. Ordered mix combo over rice with white sauce and green sauce. Pretty tasty, good portion, good prices. Shoutout to the chef, they’re cooking with care.

Zaki is also very friendly and I watched him even come around the counter to open the door for one his customers leaving with a scooter. Good owner mindset and customer service, puts him and his shop a cut above a lot of other spots. Place is also clean with seating to eat. Recommended.“

“Absolutely incredible, took great care of us! I asked if I could buy a side of toum and they said “no, I got you” and piled a bunch in my to-go bag!
Got the beef shawarma platter with hummus and rice, a good amount of food, good hummus, good rice, good beef. All around good place“

“This is the best place to be I feel like I’m back at home everytime I eat here and all the staff is outstanding very friendly especially Rasheed and the food is always good never have I had a complaint I recommend this to anyone who wants to try Arabic culture food this is the place to be 10/10“

“Best casual Lebanese restaurant in America! Incredible food for very good price. If you come for lunch or dinner , you’ll find a wide selection of entrees that are very authentic and tastes incredible for a very good price. I come all the way from brooklyn to eat here. About beats all the middle eastern restaurants in Astoria without a doubt. It’s a must if you’re in NY!“

“Really a great and very unique restaurant. First of all, the bread is more than great and completely different from any other bread in the United States. In the restaurant, you feel as if you are in Egypt or any other Arab country. You can have breakfast with beans, falafel, hummus, liver, and heart, just like you would eat in any popular restaurant in Egypt. For lunch, you can also eat Mandi and various delicious meats. The prices are reasonable, and the area where the restaurant is located is very lively 🌸🌸“

“Rothchilds never disappoints. We love all the food options, and drinks. The owner and staff couldn’t be more accommodating.“

“Lunch specials were amazing. I got a chicken kabob platter and it was so good. We found this place by accident and took a chance and I'm so glad that we did. I would definitely come back here again when I'm in the neighborhood. 100% recommend!“

“Delicious food and wonderful atmosphere. Can not wait to return!“

“I have been seeing this place for years, But not able to try the food, Ohhh looks like I missed delicious food from this place ,

Sauces very really good, normally most of the places give cheap , low quality sauces , but this place doing great job with sauces

whatever we ordered had flavor and felt really good

After this point , this is a place for me not to pass especially when I am hungry“

“One of the vest restaurants in NYC. The food is amazing and we are keep coming back over Andover.“

“My opinion is 8.3/10. Overall I did enjoy it for my first shashuka. $15 for hummus, 2 eggs and 2 pitas pockets. Overall fresh and enjoyable. Maybe wait was a tad long about 30 mins and maybe a little strong on tahini in the hummus. Check out my in depth video reviews on any of the platforms below. TikTok: TheUrbanLegend4 Instagram: UrbanLegend4 Facebook: Panayoti Kokalis YouTube: Urban Legend“

“Great lunch! Delicious, great price, large tasty portions great patio seating and friendly atmosphere. Thank you“

“A True Paradise!

I'm thrilled to return to 2 Paradise Restaurant after a year, and I must say, they've taken their excellence to the next level! My previous experiences were already top-notch, but the improvements they've made are truly impressive.

I ordered two chicken wraps, and the flavors were absolutely delightful. The quality of the ingredients and the care in preparation shone through in every bite.
I highly recommend 2 Paradise Restaurant to anyone seeking exceptional taste and value. The team's dedication to continuous improvement is genuinely admirable.“

“❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ love love love this place, I have been going here for almost 20 years. Ali is a gem ❤️“

“Food was delicious, the people and service was excellent. ❤️❤️❤️“

“my first time there. the merguez sandwich is so delicious. OMG so yummy 😋 great service. 🇩🇿🇲🇦 my new destination in steinway.“

“Fast service and food tastes soo good“

“Hands down the best halal spot I’ve been to. The Kenny and the team kept a line out the door moving with true professionalism, the place is spotless, and the food tastes fresh and full of flavor. Fast, friendly, and absolutely five-star service.“

“Checked out Halal Muchies after so many people told me about it and they did not disappoint!!! Cooked perfectly, super tasty and great portions! I hope this place is around for a very long time!“

“i order from here often and their food is so good & it’s halal! everything i’ve eaten from here has tasted fresh & well seasoned. They close around 2 am and always add new stuff/combos to the menu. Just picked this up before they closed. They are also very nice & have always had great manners. Me & my dad go here all the time lol“

“Nice and clean place!! I loved the pizza and the cheese cake!!!!!!!!!!“

“One of my favorite halal spots in queens. Food and service is impeccable. Even though I got a salad platter they still threw in some rice so you won’t go hungry. Chicken and lamb are amazing. Perfect amount of char and still tender. They also usually give out a free sample of falafel which is cooked and seasoned perfectly. They also cook it in an oval shape so it’s a bit more crispy as opposed to the circle ones. Must try and always get extra white sauce and hot sauce. Food is hot, fresh and comes out quickly“

“I happened to walk by and decided to try a cupcake. Oh em geee!!!!! They did not disappoint!!! I had the fruity pebbles cupcake and it was so delicious!!!!! I was upset I only bought one 😤 but I will definitely be going back really soon!!!!!“

“Very classy place to conduct a business dinner and the food is great and plentiful. I had a business dinner meeting here and was 100 percent happy with the surroundings as well as the service and food. The sushi was first class as were the specialties“

“This restaurant has been a cherished part of my life since my elementary school days. The garlic sauce is amazing, and their grilled chicken with the red sauce is pure magic. The boss's warm hospitality makes you feel at home, and their Basbousa dessert is a must buy after dinner/lunch. I can't rate it anything less than 5/5 - I'll be a lifelong customer!“

“I just wanted to share my thoughts. First and foremost, the food is great and the service is top notch. What make this place different, than many others is the staff. When we asked them for a favor, they were so excited to help us with our moms celebration. Just for that I will continue to eat there. Excellent...“

“I love the variety of food here. It's always clean and the staff are always helpful!!!!!
Five stars for the staff!!!
Bobby Flay, Texas Tejas and Wing Trip are my favorites!
Make sure you come to the Wonder in Cresskill!!“

“This place is such a gem! Used to live super close but now it’s a little bit of a trek but absolutely worth it. I have tried most of the menu and everything is always great and fresh. During this visit I opted for the combination pita sandwich (shawarma and falafel). I also highly recommend the spinach pie, lentil soup and Jerusalem falafel sandwich (a vegetarian option stuffed with all kinds of delicious goodies). Owner is warm and friendly, always makes us feel so welcome. Prices are great! Only drawback is there isn’t too much seating but when the weather is nice there are a few tables outside (pict so you can see). Highly, highly recommend!“

“Delicious, fresh chicken and lamb, perfectly seasoned and cooked, and served with a smile. Quality of the meats is above the usual cart fare, and it makes a big difference. We eat a LOT of halal cart food, and Abdul offers some of the best we’ve had. If you’re in the area (or flying out of JFK and have some extra time), it’s worth a small detour.“

“This spot is Legit, new owners are welcoming and friendly. Celebrated a Friend’s birthday and all the staff was very attentive. They even decorated the booth with a Happy birthday sign and some flowers. They have beer buckets, cocktails, and different selection of beer . We had Chicken mofongo as appetizers, just a quick bite . The nachos were complimentary for the tables/ booth. I really enjoyed the hooka “Love”, kitchen closes at 1am . Also, they have a Dj every night , will definitely come back !!“

“Love the Calamari & the sangrias“

“I’ve known Queen since they first opened at HoY - the falafel and everything else is still reliably great and delicious.

I also love how calm this place is; it’s cute without being pretentious and this one of the very places I can sit and catch up with friends without having to scream at each other.

Pls don’t change!“

“Not to be missed. Grilled beats fried.“

“I have visited Aden multiple times and have always enjoyed my experiences. Delicious Yemeni food, likely the best in Queens, whether sit down, take-out, or from their street grill, coupled with the friendly service will keep me and my family coming back. Take the poor reviews of this business and set them aside as merely bad judgment on the reviewer's. This is not a fast food restaurant! Expect to wait a little, but you will be satisfied.Their Steinway Halal cart outside offers half chicken and kabobs over rice. Delicious!“

“Great tasting halal. I got the mixed over rice which cost $12. Everything was super flavorful and fresh. The only reason why I won't give this place a 5 stars is because I think the portions could be a bit bigger for the price. Otherwise, this place is great“

“אוכל טוב אושפלוב טעים ובשר אכותי.“

“First time trying NAYA and overall we enjoyed it. The food was very good. We had the chicken shawarma and falafel and liked both, and we’d definitely order from here again. Portions were adequate, although a little smaller than what we’re used to at CAVA. The pita was the weakest part: it came in a plastic bag and was soft rather than tasting fresh and crisp. We also missed the self-serve flavored drinks and lemonades that CAVA offers.
The biggest issue was pickup. We ordered through the NAYA app at 5:30, which said the order would be ready within 20 minutes. We arrived at 5:50 and it hadn’t even been started. They began preparing it after we asked, and we waited about another 10 minutes despite the restaurant not appearing particularly busy.
Overall, good food and we’d come back. CAVA is still our preference when both are an option, but NAYA is a solid alternative.“

“The best in the world 🔥🤤😋❤️❤️❤️“

“Great food, fast and friendly service. Definitely going back!“

“Ordered a big delivery from here and they were ABSOLUTELY amazing!! We had a vegan who got the vegan chicken tenders and she said they were the best tasting and most realistic she's ever had. The staff was very kind over the phone and accommodating. Labeling everyones orders for efficiency. Thank you so much to the team at Bushwick Pita Palace :)“

“Our favorite bodega in the neighborhood! Wonderful people who are always friendly and personable! Fair prices for everything and sandwiches are amazing!Update: no longer owned by the same family and is vastly different. ⭐️⭐️⭐️/5“

“Great place that I always visit when I’m in Astoria. Food is *chefs kiss*. Atmosphere is great too, entertainment is always on point. Owner and staff are very friendly and try to accommodate guests anyway they can. World cup vibes r absolutely fantastic there.“

“As a husband-and-wife foodie duo, we’re always looking for restaurants that truly stand out—and this place absolutely delivered! From the moment the food arrived, the presentation was beautiful and every dish was an outstanding. Sushi was 10/10 the best I’ve ever had. We tried their pasta, sushi, fish, and three dessert. You can tell there’s a lot of thought and care put into both the flavors and the way each plate is presented.

Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, beautifully prepared, and honestly exceeded our expectations. It’s not always easy to find a kosher dairy restaurant that checks every box, but this one definitely does.

We left already talking about what we want to order the next time we come back. Definitely a must-try for anyone who appreciates great food, beautiful presentation, and a memorable dining experience!“