Omar's Mediterranean Cuisine

4.5 (1,041)restaurant

154 E 55th St

This unassuming Midtown East spot draws lunch crowds with generous plates of chicken shawarma and warm, buttery pita.

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This Egyptian-owned spot on East 55th Street serves a menu of halal Mediterranean and Middle Eastern staples. The kitchen works quickly, pairing plates with fresh sides like baba ghanoush and eggplant salad alongside falafel, hummus, and pita sandwiches. The meal finishes with sweet baklava, served by a staff known for warm, efficient hospitality.


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