Our Restaurants

Our flagship restaurant chains, Ayat NYC and Al Badawi NYC celebrate authentic Palestinian cuisine, while Boca del Cielo offers fresh, wholesome fare.

ayat nyc interior
ayat nyc interior

AYAT

Ayat is a Michelin Guide-featured Palestinian restaurant group serving the best of both traditional and modern takes on Middle Eastern faves across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. All Halal, all delicious – visit one of our cozy bistros, order online for takeout and delivery, or let us cater your next event. Run by a husband and wife duo, we offer Mansaf or Maklouba feasts to Shawarma on the go…and every plate we serve tells our story.

Good food, real talk, no filter.

al badawi labneh and hummus dips being served
al badawi labneh and hummus dips being served

AL BADAWI

Al Badawi is a Michelin Guide-featured Palestinian restaurant serving bold, family-style feasts across Brooklyn and Manhattan. This isn’t just a meal—it’s an experience, where freshly baked pita meets fragrant rice platters, rich dips, and slow-cooked lamb that melts off the bone. Step into our warm, welcoming space, where every dish is a love letter to Palestinian heritage.

Whether you’re diving into our legendary Mansaf or sharing Mezze Filistini with friends, Al Badawi brings people together—one unforgettable meal at a time.

Boca del cielo nyc restaurant exterior
Boca del cielo nyc restaurant exterior

BOCA DEL CIELO

Boca del Cielo is a cozy Brooklyn cafe where fresh, organic ingredients meet bold flavors inspired by American, Mexican, and Mediterranean traditions. From nourishing grain bowls to hearty breakfast plates, fresh-pressed juices, and craft coffee, we’re all about balance—fueling your body while feeding your soul.

Whether you’re grabbing a wrap on the go, settling in with a smoothie, or finding your flow between work and play, Boca del Cielo is your spot to recharge and reconnect.

Office & Event Catering

Feast like family—catering with soul. Whether it's a cozy group gathering or a full-on banquet, our catering brings the bold, authentic flavors of Palestine to your table. From slow-cooked Mansaf to shareable Mezze spreads, every dish is made with tradition and served with love.

Customer reviews

Discover what our clients think about our service

The mix shawarma was out of this world — likely the best I’ve ever had. I will remember this meal, the atmosphere and music, and the above and beyond service for a very long time. There’s not many restaurants I would go to multiple times in NYC, but this is absolutely an exception. It is worth going out of your way for.

woman smiling while standing in garden
woman smiling while standing in garden

Serious foodie destination. Exceptional creamy hummus & kebabs but then came the dishes we'll keep thinking about. The best baba ghanoush ever with smokey eggplant char in every bite, a perfect summer watermelon salad with halloumi, lamb ouzi so tender it fell off the bone, fattat lamha that amazed until we got to the maklouba which we all agreed might be the best dish we've had this year.

man in green crew neck shirt and black hat
man in green crew neck shirt and black hat
★★★★★ Al Badawi
★★★★★ Ayat