Balade

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

Definitely go for the chicken shawarma . House dressing for salad is excellent. Service leaves something to be desired.

Beef and chicken shawarma are both good.. Beef is really good! Try the ashta ice cream

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.

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

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 ).

Great middle eastern eatery . Extensive menu with a large number of interesting and authentic options.

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!

“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

Amazing vine leaves , sambousik, hot potatoes and lamb platter????????

Every time I'm here I fall in love more and more. The fries and hummus , together, are outstanding

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

Phenomenal food. Get a mixed grill price fixe, add two small plates to it for a great meal for two

Very tasty food and fresh, we like the homemade bread that comes at the beginning. Everything on the menu sounded delicious.

One of the best Mediterranean restaurants in NYC!! The service is great too ????????????????????????

Hummus , halloum cheese , sausages , mixed grill to mention a few

Good hummus , pita , French fries . and Za’atar bread . Grilled meats were good too…and it’s halal!

Great schwarma . The flavors are unreal. Agree with the garlic comments. Service is very slow.

Best chicken and beef shawarma in town . They make it with arabic bread which is just right ????

A glass of wine is actually a little carafe of wine , oh yea! Vegetarian mezze are good too

chicken shawarma salad w/yogurt sauce & pickled veg is the move

The Mix Grill is out of this world, the violinist on thursday is amazing, great music and ambience.

Underrated $12 lunch special ! Falafel and Shawarma sandwiches are delicious

Good for Levantine beer lovers! They have Almaza, Efes, and Mythos beers !

Best Lentil Soup I've ever had. Ask for an extra side of Tahini w your falafel sandweech.

charming and polite...very pleasant for a dinner with friends or with your partner.

Shawarma was wonderful!

So much deliciousness on this menu! Loved the kebbeh kras, labneh , and shish tawook

Get the baby lamb chops . Some of the best I've had.

Get the lentil soup it's fantastic! Great service and nice ambience.

Try their rose water , its so refreshing!!

Best lebanese food in the city

Amazing food, lots of variety, a must try

stuffed grape leaves were excellent!

Whenever you need a Lebanese fix, go here. Fattoush + Chicken Schwarma all day.

Brilliant place! Great food and service! Must try!

Great food. Nice atmosphere

Chicken shawarma is great and staff and owner are very hospitable

Make sure you like Lebanese food I had eat to much lol !

The smaller portions are extremely filling.

Great Lebanese appetizers

Try the lentils and labnie with toume but avoid the scary drunk waiter at all costs.

They cater to both gluten-free and dairy-free allergies.

Order the quail .

Get the chicken shawarma !

decent shawarma but a bit too fancy for my tastes, service is super slow too.

Try the falafel and the lemonade !

Food was tasty but the appetizer portions were beyond small

Beef shawarma !!

$10 3 course middle eastern lunch ?! Amazing.