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Balade - Eastern Mediterranean

Lebanese Restaurant$$$$

East Village, New York

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Ranked #4 for falafel in the East Village
"Chicken shawarma is great and staff and owner are very hospitable"(7 Tips)
"Best chicken and beef shawarma in town."(2 Tips)
"Get the lentil soup it's fantastic!"(3 Tips)
"Love the vegetarian mezze, especially the babaganouj"(2 Tips)

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lentil soup
good for dates
hot potatoes
lemonade
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good for groups
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shish tawook
rose water
homemade breads
grape leaves
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Ria BJanuary 31, 2015
pitza's are real interesting and different, lots of choices for vegetarians (if its your first time, get the veggie tasting platter). They also serve a tiny complimentary baked bread+zaatar - delish
Upvoted 3 weeks ago
Katherine CorsonOctober 25, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Definitely go for the chicken shawarma. House dressing for salad is excellent. Service leaves something to be desired.
Dara JoAugust 22, 2015
Beef and chicken shawarma are both good.. Beef is really good! Try the ashta ice cream
Sissi NieApril 2, 2019
Very quiet during lunch time if you want a place to catch up with a friend over a quiet meal. They are v generous with the hummus appetizer serving - almost got full just from that.
Meaghan SmithNovember 23, 2014
Food was great & our large party was treated very well. Small place but they never rushed us. We had a lot of dietary restrictions at our table, but everyone could find options that worked for them
Robb LSeptember 19, 2020
We really wanted to like this restaurant. Good news: Hummus & other apps were Great! Bad News: Chef killed the beef and lamb on the grill. So dry and overcooked - it was so sad. Staff is very nice!
Tina LJanuary 18, 2014
Sweet lunch deal at balade (east Mediterranean at 1st ave and 12 street). $10 for app, sandwich entree and dessert. (Or $12 for choice of pitza instead of sandwich).
The New YorkerJuly 7, 2014
“If you’re in the mood to load up on carbs, you might be happy to hoard the manakeesh lahme baajin, basically pita topped with spiced ground beef and chopped tomatoes.” Read more
Walid MezherOctober 14, 2014
Great middle eastern eatery. Extensive menu with a large number of interesting and authentic options.
Justin OrgelMay 24, 2013
Been here 10+ times
The lentil soup is delicious and more bitter than a 35 year old unmarried Manhattan women. Like I said, if you like bitter go Lentil...you certainly deserve it
SaleemJuly 7, 2015
Phenomenal food. Get a mixed grill price fixe, add two small plates to it for a great meal for two
Eathar BulooshiApril 17, 2016
Amazing vine leaves, sambousik, hot potatoes and lamb platter😋😋
Matt www.Travelyaps.comJanuary 5, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Great schwarma. The flavors are unreal. Agree with the garlic comments. Service is very slow.
marc shepperApril 21, 2013
Very tasty food and fresh, we like the homemade bread that comes at the beginning. Everything on the menu sounded delicious.
MaramMarch 3, 2020
One of the best Mediterranean restaurants in NYC!! The service is great too 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Jag FirerwalkerDecember 27, 2017
Every time I'm here I fall in love more and more. The fries and hummus, together, are outstanding
Jasmine MehrabiSeptember 24, 2022
Good hummus, pita, French fries. and Za’atar bread. Grilled meats were good too…and it’s halal!
Walid MezherOctober 14, 2014
Hummus, halloum cheese, sausages, mixed grill to mention a few
Wejdan ✨November 4, 2014
Best chicken and beef shawarma in town. They make it with arabic bread which is just right 👍
lara baloraApril 17, 2013
The Mix Grill is out of this world, the violinist on thursday is amazing, great music and ambience.
Abigail KofflerJune 26, 2015
A glass of wine is actually a little carafe of wine, oh yea! Vegetarian mezze are good too
John PaterakisDecember 13, 2014
Good for Levantine beer lovers! They have Almaza, Efes, and Mythos beers!
AdrienMay 6, 2015
Underrated $12 lunch special! Falafel and Shawarma sandwiches are delicious
Kelsey✨January 23, 2023
chicken shawarma salad w/yogurt sauce & pickled veg is the move
Nina CebenkoApril 18, 2012
Best Lentil Soup I've ever had. Ask for an extra side of Tahini w your falafel sandweech.
Mara PasquettiAugust 24, 2012
charming and polite...very pleasant for a dinner with friends or with your partner.
Alexandra CarltonSeptember 14, 2011
So much deliciousness on this menu! Loved the kebbeh kras, labneh, and shish tawook
Manasvi SomaiyaDecember 24, 2012
Get the lentil soup it's fantastic! Great service and nice ambience.
Paul KuhnSeptember 30, 2012
Whenever you need a Lebanese fix, go here. Fattoush + Chicken Schwarma all day.
meg pieAugust 3, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Try their rose water, its so refreshing!!
Aditya BhatiaJuly 4, 2012
Brilliant place! Great food and service! Must try!
Dina NAugust 25, 2016
Shawarma was wonderful!
Jason GreenbergJune 28, 2013
Get the baby lamb chops. Some of the best I've had.
ALApril 1, 2013
Amazing food, lots of variety, a must try
Natural SoapJuly 13, 2014
Make sure you like Lebanese food I had eat to much lol !
Noreen MMay 2, 2013
They cater to both gluten-free and dairy-free allergies.
Edwina DSeptember 22, 2013
Best lebanese food in the city
Nina B.April 14, 2015
stuffed grape leaves were excellent!
Kristin TangelAugust 21, 2015
The smaller portions are extremely filling.
AmyJanuary 23, 2014
Try the lentils and labnie with toume but avoid the scary drunk waiter at all costs.
Salman AnsariJune 26, 2013
decent shawarma but a bit too fancy for my tastes, service is super slow too.
Kathryn PhillipsApril 3, 2015
Great food. Nice atmosphere
Gabriel WakimJanuary 7, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Chicken shawarma is great and staff and owner are very hospitable
David DedeyanMay 5, 2015
Great Lebanese appetizers
Rory ParnessNovember 7, 2015
Food was tasty but the appetizer portions were beyond small
Chelsea JacksonApril 1, 2012
Try the falafel and the lemonade!
Deb KumarFebruary 14, 2015
Order the quail.
shari bayerJanuary 26, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Love the vegetarian mezze, especially the babaganouj
Oskar von HauskeOctober 30, 2010
Get the hummus shawarma and mixed grill plate
Vanessa VergaraOctober 12, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Beef shawarma!!

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