Shaya

Name: Shaya
Address: 4213 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA, United States, 70115
Telephone: (504) 891-4213
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9

3880 reviews

$31 to $50

Israeli

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Shaya restaurant marries Israeli staples with Southern flavors and modern techniques, striking a balance between innovation and tradition. Shaya approaches Israeli cuisine as a grand mosaic, drawing influence and inspiration from North Africa, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, Turkey and Greece. The contemporary menu reflects the ongoing evolution of Israeli food and celebrates the abundance of Louisiana. Shaya highlights seasonal, responsibly- and locally-sourced ingredients.

The wood-fire oven is central to both the menu and the dining experience, from the incredible homemade, wood-fired pita to vegetable-centric small plates and heartier entrees. Many of the dishes on the diverse menu are meant to be shared and enjoyed throughout many courses.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

26 May 2022

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Israeli, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(504) 891-4213
Website
http://www.shayarestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Fariz Choumali
Private party facilities
Welcome your guests to one of New Orleans most popular dining experiences. Offering thoughtful service, delightful ambiance, and award-winning modern Israeli cuisine- Shaya is the perfect choice for your social or corporate event bookings.
Private party contact
Melissa Joyce: (844) 537-6428

Location
4213 Magazine St. New Orleans, LA 70115
Area
Uptown
Cross Street
General Pershing Street
Parking Details
Limited parking is available in our private lot. Street parking is also available along Magazine Street.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

LAMB KOFTEUS$17.00
heirloom tomato, eech, tahini
CRISPY HALLOUMIUS$14.00
LA strawberry, apricots, arak, mint
FALAFELUS$13.00
pickled cabbage, tahini, harissa
ISRAELI SALADUS$14.00
cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onions with preserved lemon vinaigrette, Bulgarian feta
FATTOUSH SALADUS$15.00
seasonal greens, heirloom carrots, green onions, sumac date vinaigrette, za'atar pita chips

Large Plates

FALAFEL SANDWICHUS$16.00
cucumber, tomato, red onion, hummus, red chilies
CHICKEN SCHNITZEL SANDWICHUS$17.00
brioche, harissa mayonnaise, shaved pickles
LAMB BURGERUS$18.00
feta, toum, sumac onions, tomato, arugula
WAGYU BRISKET SANDWICHUS$19.00
horseradish tahini, pickled cabbage, urfa
CHICKEN LEG & THIGHUS$24.00
aromatic rice, charred green onions, pistachio, pecan, tzatziki
ROYAL RED SHRIMPUS$26.00
qatari rice, soft herbs, crispy garlic
KVAROY SALMONUS$28.00
caramelized harissa, couscous "risotto", sweet corn

Desserts

WARM CHOCOLATE BABKAUS$13.00
almond gelato, salted caramel
TAHINI MOUSSEUS$12.00
chocolate, sesame
LABNEH CHEESECAKEUS$11.00
bastilla nuts, orange blossom gelato
SEASONAL ICE CREAM OR GELATOUS$7.00

What 3,880 people are saying

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

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FLLDiner
Fort Lauderdale
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service. Food was good all around. Every dish was excellent. The bread, chicken hummus, and Salatims were the winners of the show though
f
franqoyz
Miami
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pita amazing! Everything was so good.moussaka and beets!!
ZB
ZohraB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food was great. Octopus dish and Simon dishes were fabulous.
BG
BrianG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We've traveled to New Orleans many times over the years and Shaya remains at the top of our list!
J
John
Birmingham
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Not sure there's a more authentic Mediterranean option in New Orleans or anywhere else!! Food was delicious, the space was warm and inviting and the service was top notch. Excellent +
d
denac
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great w allergies
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall1food5service4ambience3
We had a 9;30 reservation for 9:30pm. I made the reservation 3 months in advance- I wanted an earlier time but they had none. We came on time, the restaurant was half- empty. We ordered drinks and appetizers fairly quickly. We then ordered dinner and was told the kitchen was closed! Even pita was cold. I thought this was going to our big expensive celebration for my daughter’s graduation from college. Such a disappointment,
J
Jweiss
Detroit
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best happy hour and fabulous food.
RJ
RobbyJ
Atlantic City
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food4service4ambience2
Great food, excellent service. Annoying generic, elevator music
MW
MarkW
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
excellent food. enjoyed the atmosphere and service
R
Rich
Philadelphia
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined on 18 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
My wife and I are visiting New Orleans and this restaurant was recommended. We had a fantastic meal: the pita, baba ghanoush and hummus were extremely tasty, and our small and large plates were equally outstanding. Kayla, our server, was pleasant and helpful in a low key way. I would highly recommend Shaya!
m
markd
Jackson Hole
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on 17 May 2022
overall4food5service4ambience3
From out of town and looking for something different. The slow roasted lamb shank is outstanding, love the various hummus....
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 May 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Falafel was dry. Disappointed. Cocktails and service good
JA
JimAtari
Washington DC
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 17 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our first time at Shaya and it was amazing. The service, ambiance, and food were all outstanding. My wife and I agreed that it was the best hummus we’ve ever had. We would be here all the time if we lived in New Orleans.
CM
CindyM
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great overall experience. Food was excellent, lighting was a bit bright.
J
Jank
New Orleans
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on 15 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A perfect evening. Everyone still raving about the food, setting and service. Thanks
AL
ArleneL
Nashville
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 15 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waitress was superb The food delicious The courtyard quieter than inside
S
Stukk2112
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 14 May 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
I have been trying to get a chance to enjoy the offerings of SHAYA on Magazine for a couple years. I must say that the lunchtime service was incredible. We really enjoyed the ”pickles”. Though, we should have forgone the 3 for $15 bread spreads/nibbling options at the top of the menu. The lack of hummus on our table with the fresh pita was disappointing. Next time, we will opt for a hummus option for the table (and maybe just the pickles). The entrées we did order were satisfying and interesting blending of flavors. I enjoyed the falafel sandwich. Next time, no fries. The veggie option with this sandwich is the way to go (according to my daughter). My husband loved his lamb burger. Next time, I will definitely try the fried chicken hummus. Also, we will try to get there for an evening dinner, ASAP, to see if the menu options are even more enticing. Overall, we enjoyed the experience at dear Shaya!
RW
RandeW
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food!!!
LK
LindaK
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 14 May 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Enjoyed our dinner. Every dish was great! Great selection.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 13 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful staff and delicious food!
SB
SusanB
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Awesome food. We were so glad that a coworker recommended it. It was definitely the best hummus we have ever had and the fresh pita was impossible to resist. Delicious falafel. Hard to pick our favorite bites.
KB
KBHR
New Orleans
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on 11 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The menu and food are excellent. However, we had a rocky start since we arrived about 10 minutes before our reservation and the front door was locked. Several guests (also with reservations) we’re standing outside on a very warm day waiting and there was no indication that the room would be opened anytime soon, creating unnecessary angst for the patrons. Needless to say, not a happy crowd. Not sure what the solution for Shaya is but this starts the patrons out with a bad taste and questioning one’s decision to bring guests to dine here. The wait staff is spot on and attentive and once inside things go well. The food is creative and delightful.
RV
RonV
Tallahassee
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 11 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Special thanks to Alyssa the bar tender. She is amazing and took special care of me throughout the whole meal. Alyssa made the dinning experience amazing from start to finish. She is an extreme multi tasker and an amazing persona. If you get a chance to sit on the bar, you are in for a treat. Definitely coming back on my next trip. Some key menu suggestions: Ikra Humus Tahini Kofta The Tahini Mousset is out of this world......
ML
MeganL
New England
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 11 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food. Great place to share food and enjoy your friends
IB
IngaBinga
Caribbean
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 11 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing. Everything was wonderful. Very special birthday dinner!!
B
Bandaid
Phoenix
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on 11 May 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
Had such an amazing meal here a few years back it was a no-brainer to return as we visit NOLA infrequently. Ambiance remains great. Some of the items were over-seasoned. (beets and baba ghanoush) The fried chicken hummus and Lamb shank were excellent. Table service could have been more attentive (i.e. water glasses never re-filled).
LD
LynnDave
New York Area
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 10 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were lucky to sit outside in the courtyard last minute. We had a superb dinner-slow cooked lamb, fillet of salmon and babka for dessert. Courtyard is very peaceful and much quieter than indoors. Would love to eat at Shaya again!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Memphis/West TN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary
MG
MarkG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We heard about Shaya on the show Someone Feed Phil and decided we had to try it. Shaya did not disappoint. The Chicken Hummus and Pita was enough for a meal and the desserts were outstanding!
c
charlottenc
Charlotte
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were exceptional. Imaginative cuisine that was delicious. The restaurant is lovely and we were able to talk with friends at our table easily. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and steered us in the right direction.
L
Lisa
Fort Lauderdale
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing meal-- fresh, delicious, fabulous service (Jessica) and lovely bright setting! Exceeded expectations and the build up was huge! Will be a must go from now on!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have dined at Shaya in the past and have always enjoyed the restaurant. We were with vegetarian friends attending jazz fest seeking interesting options around town. My first thought went to Shaya as it was excellent then and still does an exemplary job. Compliments to all staff, great experience, we will definitely return!
CD
CindiD
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing! I would definitely recommend the Wagyu brisket sandwich and the shrimp and rice entree.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a reservation for lunch, but got there and we chose to sit at the bar. Alyssa took care of us. Service was outstanding, cocktails were exceptional, and the food was equal to both. Do it!
SC
ShiraC
Atlanta
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
All the food was incredible. Service was also top notch. Basically the best meal I ever had.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service. Very helpful. Food, as always, astounding
MI
MariiaI
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 4 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best restaurant in New Orleans! Coming back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Richmond
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on 3 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Terrific Mediterranean food restaurant! Loved the kafte kababs, flat bread and Greek style salad. Excellent bottle of Chenin blanc. Nice atmosphere. Next time want to try the outside patio dining.
LG
LauraG
New Orleans
18 reviews
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on 2 May 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Usually wonderful but this time service was slow; cocktails were slow; we had to ask multiple times for utensils and had to send back our food because it came out cold. Not sure whether it was just an off day. Hummuses were fantastic as usual as was the pita and the salad

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You can order delivery directly from Shaya using the Order Online button. Shaya also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 891-4213.

Shaya is rated 4.9 stars by 3880 OpenTable diners.

Shaya does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.