4 East Village Spots Around East 12th Street And First Avenue For Kebabs, Thai Noodles, Mac And Cheese And Pizza

4.6 (1,242)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:30 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 11:30 – 23:00

351 East 12th Street

At 351 East 12th Street, Salma brings Lebanese cooking to an East Village stop near First Avenue. Owner Sharbel leads the hospitality. Appetizer platters pair hummus, fries, tabbouleh, and fattoush with kibbeh, muhammara, and seasoned meats. Indoor and outdoor seating suit a weekday lunch or after-work dinner. The kitchen accommodates vegan preferences and gluten allergies. Consider booking for a weekend visit.

4.1 (320)

Mon – Sun, 12:00 – 22:15

349 East 12th Street

At 349 East 12th Street, Thai Terminal serves Thai classics in a small, modern-looking dining room. Start with chicken and shrimp dumplings or chive pancakes, then choose beef pad Thai, drunken noodles with shrimp, or crispy basil duck. Lychee Thai iced tea and warm, freshly made mango sticky rice round out the meal.

4.5 (3,265)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:00 – 23:00; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 00:00 (+1)

197 1st Avenue

S'MAC serves piping hot macaroni and cheese from a small storefront at 197 1st Avenue. Flavors include Cheeseburger, Cajun, and Philly Cheese. An eight-variety sampler puts several styles in one order. Even the small size makes a filling meal. The menu includes gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan options.

4.4 (772)

Mon – Sun, 12:00 – 22:30

349 East 12th Street

Motorino Pizzeria Napoletana bakes thin-crust Neapolitan pizzas in a wood-fired oven. Diners single out the classic Margherita as a favorite. Other toppings include mortadella and burrata. Wine and beer accompany the pies in this casual pizzeria. Daily hours run from noon to 10:30 p.m., covering lunch and dinner.