Mediterranean
Crisp chicken shawarma, fluffy pita, and seasoned fries without the spend.
Basta Middle Eastern Grill is a $$ Mediterranean restaurant on the Blackbird network. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.
Why go
Basta Middle Eastern Grill is a $ Mediterranean spot with a 4.8 Google rating across 308 reviews, and the praise clusters around execution: thinly sliced chicken shawarma, soft pita, smooth tahini, and seasoned fries.
The reviews paint it as a quick, hospitable Hell’s Kitchen find. One diner calls out patient counter service and menu guidance; another recommends the dip sampler box and pitas for a fast, satisfying to-go order.
If you are building a meal, the source material mentions chicken shawarma, baba ghanouj, cauliflower, carrots, and fries.
Neighborhood story
A reviewer specifically calls Basta Grill a new hidden gem in Hell’s Kitchen.
One 5-star reviewer praised the shawarma after noting they travel to SWANA at least twice a year.
What people say
From real reviewsSome of the best chicken schwarma I've had in a long time. And I travel to SWANA at least twice a year. Chicken was thinly sliced, crispy and evenly distributed throughout. Pita bread was soft and fluffy. Tahini was smooth and creamy. Fries were thin and seasoned perfectly. I'…
I had a wonderful time eating at Basta Grill! The server at the front was extremely patient with me as I learned what was on the menu. She gave me great recommendations and even let me sample a dip before I placed my order. I ended up ordering the build your own bowl, with…
New hidden gem in Hell's Kitchen! We got their dip sampler box and some pitas to-go and it was great! Enjoyed being able to try a lot of things with the sampler box. Definitely check this place out, or order online for a quick, delicious bite!
appetizers
Labane
traditional goat cheese yogurt spread
Spicy Feta
creamy salty feta cheese, strained Levantine yogurt, roasted hot green chilies
Matboukha
jam-like picante tomato sauce with hot peppers and garlic, sweetened with date honey
Zaalouk
grilled and stewed eggplant, bell peppers, hot peppers, onions and tomatoes
Babaganouj
fire roasted eggplant with tahini sauce
Classic Hummus
chickpeas, tahini paste, lemon juice, olive oil
Cauliflower Hummus
cauliflower, tahini paste, lemon juice, olive oil
salads
Beets
roots and greens, cumin, lemon juice
Carrots
harissa paste, garlic, cilantro
Zucchini
garlic, mint, olive oil
Eggplant
salt roasted, olive oil
Roasted Green Cabbage
Iraqi Baharat spice blend, date honey
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4.8
308 Google reviews
$
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Why go
Basta Middle Eastern Grill is a $ Mediterranean spot with a 4.8 Google rating across 308 reviews, and the praise clusters around execution: thinly sliced chicken shawarma, soft pita, smooth tahini, and seasoned fries.
The reviews paint it as a quick, hospitable Hell’s Kitchen find. One diner calls out patient counter service and menu guidance; another recommends the dip sampler box and pitas for a fast, satisfying to-go order.
If you are building a meal, the source material mentions chicken shawarma, baba ghanouj, cauliflower, carrots, and fries.
4.8
308 Google reviews
$
appetizers
Labane
traditional goat cheese yogurt spread
Spicy Feta
creamy salty feta cheese, strained Levantine yogurt, roasted hot green chilies
Matboukha
jam-like picante tomato sauce with hot peppers and garlic, sweetened with date honey
Zaalouk
grilled and stewed eggplant, bell peppers, hot peppers, onions and tomatoes
Babaganouj
fire roasted eggplant with tahini sauce
Classic Hummus
chickpeas, tahini paste, lemon juice, olive oil
Cauliflower Hummus
cauliflower, tahini paste, lemon juice, olive oil
salads
Beets
roots and greens, cumin, lemon juice
Carrots
harissa paste, garlic, cilantro
Zucchini
garlic, mint, olive oil
Eggplant
salt roasted, olive oil
Roasted Green Cabbage
Iraqi Baharat spice blend, date honey
What people say
From real reviewsSome of the best chicken schwarma I've had in a long time. And I travel to SWANA at least twice a year. Chicken was thinly sliced, crispy and evenly distributed throughout. Pita bread was soft and fluffy. Tahini was smooth and creamy. Fries were thin and seasoned perfectly. I'…
I had a wonderful time eating at Basta Grill! The server at the front was extremely patient with me as I learned what was on the menu. She gave me great recommendations and even let me sample a dip before I placed my order. I ended up ordering the build your own bowl, with…
New hidden gem in Hell's Kitchen! We got their dip sampler box and some pitas to-go and it was great! Enjoyed being able to try a lot of things with the sampler box. Definitely check this place out, or order online for a quick, delicious bite!
Neighborhood story
A reviewer specifically calls Basta Grill a new hidden gem in Hell’s Kitchen.
One 5-star reviewer praised the shawarma after noting they travel to SWANA at least twice a year.
What kind of food does Basta Middle Eastern Grill serve?
Basta Middle Eastern Grill serves Mediterranean cuisine.
How expensive is Basta Middle Eastern Grill?
Basta Middle Eastern Grill is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.
How do I check in at Basta Middle Eastern Grill?
Download the Blackbird app, visit Basta Middle Eastern Grill in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.
