Shaya

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   writerchick

   Shreveport

   24 reviews

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   5.0

   24 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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   My biggest complaint is that I leave so full that I toddle out. Everything is delicious. Like, so delicious. We had the fried chicken hummus. I could eat that every day of my life. It’s so good. Then we had the Israeli salad and then salmon. Since it was lunch-ish, we split the dish and it was plenty (especially since they are generous with the pitas). It’s a top-notch place for lunch or dinner.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

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   We were a little lost with the menu not knowing middle eastern food but our waiter Dylan walked us thru his favorites and we had a fabulous meal.
   

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   JuliaD

   New York Area

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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   Dylan was a fantastic waiter, but honestly the entire team was professional, friendly, and welcoming! We weren’t rushed at all, plus the food and space is spectacular.
   

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   Hillary

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

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   Absolutely wonderful! Great service, great food, great cocktails!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New Orleans

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall5food5service2ambience5

   The food at Shaya was amazing! We still can’t stop thinking about the fried chicken hummus. The only downside to our experience was the service. We waited quite some time just to be greeted or get drinks because our waitress was too busy (despite it not being a very busy time). She seemed overwhelmed with just a few tables. Everything else was great and food came out pretty fast once we finally got a chance to order. We definitely plan on going back.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Sacramento

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

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   Great food, wine, and service. Will return every chance I get.
   

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   Xinlu

   Dallas

   44 reviews

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   4.0

   44 reviews

   Dined on May 18, 2023

   overall4food5service2ambience5

   The food was excellent. We had baba ganoush, kale tabbouli, rehab, pickles and hummus. Everything was served in a timely manner. Unfortunately, our waitperson had a poor attitude. Great food was only dampened by one person’s bad attitude. Hope that next visit lands a better server
   

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   abckitch

   New York Area

   52 reviews

   5.0

   52 reviews

   Dined on May 18, 2023

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   What a great experience! The food was delicious, so flavorful! Kale salad was so good that even though my husband hates kale, he took one bite and then proceeded to gobble down at least half of it. The babba ganoush was also so good. The shrimp large entree was not stellar. But the chicken leg & thigh was the best, must order!! Sadly, we stuffed our faces so there was no room for dessert. Hopefully next time we can try them. We were so happy for our wonderful meal. You will not be disappointed. Service was steller also! We loved it!!!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Orlando

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 18, 2023

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   The pita and dips didn't disappoint. The salmon dish was cooked to perfection and paired great with the Israeli cabernet . Will definitely go back.
   

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    RichardG

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

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    We had a lovely early dinner for my wife's birthday, just the two of us on the patio in the back. Very relaxing. The staff at Shaya is always friendly and accommodating, and their food always fresh and delicious. It's definitely one of our favorites in New Orleans. Everyone (but vegans/vegetarians, I guess) should try the fried chicken hummus with Shaya's fresh-baked pita. *chef's kiss*
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

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    my absolute favorite happy hour in nola! half priced hummus and wine by the glass with the best pita
    

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    Alisa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

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    The food was amazing and refreshing especially after eating the local fare for several days on our trip. I only wish I had a bigger stomach so I could have tried more of the menu!
    

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    BethR

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

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    Cocktails and apps were outstanding. One of the highlights of our trip to NOLA.
    

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    JKNewOrleans

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

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    Everything about the experience was lovely. Dylan was a great server. The food was excellent. All around great experience!
    

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    Chefs

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience4

    We sat outside on the patio, so the noise level was quite low, which was nice. We've eaten at Shaya many times, and the food is always very very good. Excellent in fact. Alon Shaya is an excellent chef, and keeps the quality of his food high at all his restaurants (we enjoyed Miss River as well). The fresh pita bread, as everyone comments, is amazing. And it just keeps coming. The hummus is unimaginably smooth and silky and, well, everything is just delicious. Unfortunately, our waiter was very lackluster. He didn't seem to want to be there. He barely cracked a smile, and communicated with us as little as possible. His response to everything was "awesome", although it didn't seem like he was feeling very "awesome" that evening. It didn't spoil a wonderful dinner, but it certainly didn't add anything to it either.
    

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    BillyJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

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    It was wonderful. The waiter was great and the food was delicious
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    The only reason I give service 4 stars is that I felt they were rushing us out. Once our waiter brought our drinks over and took our order it felt like the food was flying out of the kitchen. We barely had time to sip on our cocktails when our appetizers arrived. We tried to eat these very slowly, but that can be hard with small plates. Once we finished the appetizers, I went to the ladies room and when I returned the main course was already on the table. My husband said they brought it as soon as I left. We were in and out in under an hour. I will say that the food was fantastic and the bread is a show stopper. I would go back again but maybe for a more leisurely lunch.
    

    ShayaResponded 7 days agoDear Guest, thank you for dining with us recently and for the compliments on fantastic bread and food. We sincerely apologize that you felt rushed during your visit. We will take note of your experience and do better on coursing to ensure our guests get to enjoy each dish and cocktail in an appropriate timely manner. Again, we appreciate all feedback and the next time you are in, please give us a call so that we can make sure you and your guests are taken care of. All the best, Shaya Management
    

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    DanieleG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

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    Wonderful food and fantastic service! Would highly recommend!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

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    Food was spectacular. Service was friendly and helpful. 10/10. Will come again.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

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    Absolutely delicious food. Nice location, nice atmosphere. Definitely looking forward to coming back and also trying their sister locations in the city.
    

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    PhoebeM

    Memphis/West TN

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

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    This was our second visit to Shaya and it was just wonderful, again. We tried to order as many dishes as possible because everything looked so great. Every dish was phenomenal.
    

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    GregoryP

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    We had seen a good number of reviews praising this restaurant, and it was a perfect fit for a beautiful early Monday lunch. We had 3 appetizers, the Fatoush Salad - a marvelous combination of multiple vegetables and market greens, wonderfully warm pita bread and a 2 scoop dessert of Chocolate Almond and Orange Blossom ice cream. The tastes were engaging, bright and light; the mood, friendly and the weather outside on the patio was beautiful. A surprisingly great meal, and relatively inespensive. $42 for 2 people at lunch: a great bargain with incredibly good, well-sourced vegetables. Check it out!! Well worth the detour.
    

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    DeborahA

    Portland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

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    We had such a wonderful lunch here! I don’t remember our waiter’s name. He really made the meal. This was our first time in so he helped us navigate the menu. We told him we wanted to enjoy a long slow lunch. He made sure that happened. The flavors of the dishes were really wonderful!
    

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    JohnB

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

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    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

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    Great food and cocktails. Friendly service. Consistent experience over visits. If you don’t like loud places you may find it a challenge.
    

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    LaurenceL

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

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    Wonderful experience again… Great food and fabulous service… Very thoughtful attentions for a special occasion and a delicious lagniappe of amazing ice cream.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

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    All around EXCELLENT. Probably one of the best meals I’ve ever had.
    

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    Julia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

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    The food was totally outrageous, as were the non-alcoholic drink options.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Experience was amazing. Loved the ambiance and service was incredible.
    

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    MikeV

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

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    Good as always, never had a bad meal!!!
    

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    Familyshopper

    Atlantic City

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Too loud and too cold. Great service lamb awesome. Moussaka served cold we are greek and that is weird. But would return
    

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    Joan

    New England

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We have been hoping to dine at Shaya since our son arrived two years ago at Tulane University. Everything about this experience tells us that we'll be back again...and again. The menu is diverse, there is so much to choose from that it was impossible to try everything! Can't wait to come back!
    

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    Foodfanatic22

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great experience! Service was outstanding and the food was delicious. Will come back again.
    

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    HelenG

    Brighton

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

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    Food was amazing, I loved the crispy halloumi and the outdoor patio was a lovely place to sit for a while.
    

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    ShannonW

    San Francisco

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

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    Outstanding lunch with friends. Food is always delicious and we had great service. Thanks!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Reliably fantastic dining experience. Treat yourself.
    

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    BWill

    New Orleans

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    We love Shaya - they always have the best Pita bread and humus.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

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    Loved all of it! Made a reservation 2 weeks in advance and arrived on time and were seated right away. Ordered drinks and the fried chicken hummus, it was phenomenal. The chicken was perfectly cooked with a delightful date salsa verde and creamy hummus, the fresh pita and oil were delicious as well. Also ordered the lamb kebab, came out and had an excellent flavor with a hint of grilled flavor which really complemented the lamb. Then we split two large plates the shrimp kebab and the hanger steak. The steak was a little cool but the flavor drowned out the coolness it was so good. The shrimp kebab took second, I love shrimp but I probably won’t be getting these again. They were slightly overcooked and definitely hotter than the steak but compared to all the other flavors kind of missed the mark. Overall amazing!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

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    Amazing Mediterranean food and staff that seemed really glad to be there. We had a wonderful lunch!!
    

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    CaraW

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

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    Lovely - as always - it had been a few years since my husband and I have been in town and we knew we must go back to Shaya. We had our 2 year old with us this time and everyone really loved the food. It's such a beautiful find and we recommend it to others often. Our server was so nice and really on top of everything. It was a perfect experience. I just wish we could eat more - to be able to try everything. Next time perhaps.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food. We were a party of six and everyone thought it was one of the best meals we have ever had.
    

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