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Naya Mezze & Grill

1057 Second Ave., New York, NY 10022
nr. 56th St.   See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-319-7777 Send to Phone

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  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
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Hours

Mon-Sat, 5:30pm-10pm; Sun, closed

Nearby Subway Stops

E, V at Lexington Ave.-53rd St.

Prices

$17-$27

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

Alcohol

  • Beer and Wine Only

Reservations

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Profile

Thankfully not, as you might surmise, a modish Canadian-water bar, Naya is a contemporary Lebanese restaurant, with a sleek design and traditional menu that owner Hady Kfoury hopes to replicate at future franchise locations. Kfoury, a front-of-the-house veteran of Daniel and Payard, operates three restaurants in Beirut. That’s also the birthplace of his chef, Rafic Nehme, whose menu includes a $28 prix fixe option: three mini meze (from a selection of tabbouleh, hummus, baba ghannouj, and more), and a choice of shawarma or kebab. Should you wish to expand your Middle Eastern–cuisine horizons, however, opt for marinated striped bass with spicy tahini, walnuts, garlic, and cilantro, or pomegranate-sauced halloumi cheese—two dishes you’re unlikely to encounter at your neighborhood falafel shack.

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Can't wait to go back!

PaigeNYC from 10065 | Posted on 3/9/09

Overall Reader Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Food: 10
Service: 10
Décor: 9
Value: 9

Went tonight with my best friend - the service was impeccable, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was perfect for great conversation with a great gal! Our waiter was incredibly attentive and friendly, almost doting! He made sure our pita was...Read More

Excellent Place & Food

flattos from 10022 | Posted on 11/26/08

Overall Reader Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Food: 10
Service: 10
Décor: 10
Value: 10

The decor is outstanding! Modern & Warm at the same time. As for the food, I felt that I was in Lebanon. I highly recommend this place and the staff are friendly and professional. will be back for sure.

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