Au Za'atar - East Village

Shawarma Platter

Signature slow-roasted shawarma cooked in small batches, served with accompaniments

Hummus

Smooth, house-made hummus with a clean tahini backbone — often cited as one of the best reasons to visit

Lamb Chops

Grilled lamb chops with Middle Eastern spices

Falafel

Crispy-edged, herb-flecked falafel with a moist green interior — made fresh and consistently well-executed

Chicken Shawarma

Juicy rotisserie chicken shawarma with warm spicing, served in a wrap or plate with garlic sauce and pickles

Boneless Chicken Chops

Marinated boneless chicken, grilled and served with rice and salad

Lamb Shawarma

Richly spiced lamb shawarma with a slightly gamey depth that distinguishes it from the chicken version

Meat Platter

Theatrical meat platter served on a turning roaster with fries at the base

Beef Rice Bowl

Seasoned beef over fragrant rice with toppings

Baba Ghanoush

Smoky roasted eggplant dip with a silky texture and good char flavor — a strong companion to the hummus

Fattoush

Bright, acidic salad with toasted pita chips, fresh vegetables, and sumac dressing that cuts through the richer mezze

Tabbouleh

Herb-forward parsley and bulgur salad with lemon and tomato — fresh and well-balanced rather than grain-heavy

Mezze Platter

A spread of house dips and small plates that gives the best overview of the kitchen's strengths in one shareable order

Kibbeh

Fried bulgur shells stuffed with spiced ground meat — a traditional Lebanese staple that the kitchen handles competently

Baklava

Honey-soaked phyllo and nut pastry that serves as a decent finish but is not a standout compared to the savory menu