Casa La Femme

Name: Casa La Femme
Address: 140 Charles Street, New York, NY, United States, 10014
Telephone: (212) 505-0005
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.1

4.1

527 Reviews

$50 and over

Egyptian

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We now open our outdoor garden oasis only.

Casa La Femme's menu highlights authentic Egyptian food, including traditional dishes and irresistible new tastes. Our cocktail list features premium liquors,and exotic flavors including tamarind, mango, and hibiscus. You may choose to experience our restaurant under one of our private tents where the prix fixe menu and the intimate atmosphere will provide you with the finest dining experience. Outside the tent, you may select either the prix fixe or a la carte menu. After dinner, you may relax in the lounge with a shisha pipe to the tantalizing music of our DJ or bellydancer.
We offer guests an unforgettable experience that goes well beyond our delectable cuisine and inspired cocktails. For a truly special evening, be it drinks with friends, a dinner date, or a group celebration, Casa La Femme is the most tantalizing choice you can make.

Please indicate your table choice, inside or outside the tents, when making your reservation.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Egyptian, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 505-0005
Website
http://casalafemmeny.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Casa la Femme offers both on and off site catering for large events as well as restaurant rentals catered by other groups.

Location
140 Charles Street, New York, NY 10014
Neighborhood
West Village
Cross street
Greenwich St. & Washington St.
Parking details
Parking Garage is available across the street
Public transit
Casa la Femme is conveniently located only a few blocks from the Christopher St. station on the 1 and within walking distance of the 8th Ave stop on the L.
Entertainment
Casa la Femme features a performance by a bellydancer every night. Show times are-Sunday through Wednesday: 9:15pm,Thursday: 9:15pm & 11:30pmFriday: 9:15pm & 12:30am Saturday: 7:30pm, 9:15pm & 12:30am.For further entertainment, a DJ plays at Casa La Femme Friday and Saturday from 9:30pm until closing.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Hummus
Pureed chickpeas with a touch of spicy harissa
Babaganoush
Smoked, roasted eggplant seasoned with tahini and lemon juice
Fuul Medames
Puréed fava beans with red onion and chopped tomato
Zabadi
Greek yogurt, mint, cucumber and garlic
Tahini
Sesame seed paste with extra virgin olive oil
Gibnah Domiaty
Egyptian soft sheep and cow milk cheese
Khodar
Market fresh vegetable crudité

Appetizers

Molokhya$13.00
A hearty green leaf soup with roasted garlic and rice
Arugula Salad/Salata Gargeer$13.00
Baby arugula and mint salad with shaved gibnah romi
Salata Tamatem$16.00
Sweet grape tomatoes with mashed Egyptian specialty soft cheese, chopped mint
Grape Leaves Stuffed/Warak Enab$15.00
4 Egyptian style grape leaves stuffed with rice, dill, parsley and coriander
Falafel /Tamaya$14.00
House made pita pockets stuffed with fava bean puree patties served with tahini and peasant salata
Goulash Bil Gibnah$14.00
Mushroom, leeks, fresh herbs and gibnah domiaty stuffed house made phyllo pastries
Stuffed Mini Peppers/Felfel Mashi$14.00
Baked baby peppers stuffed with rice, fresh herbs and spices served over house made tomato sauce
Beef Sliders / Lahma Kofta$15.00
Egyptian Ottomanelli ground beef sliders
Kebob$17.00
Choice of Chicken, Shrimp, Salmon or Vegetable Kebab with Zabadi and Harrissa
Octopus/Ekhatboot Mashway$20.00
Grilled octopus topped with baby arugula

Entrees

Koshery$24.00
Traditional street style multi grain dish with rice, lentils, macaroni, topped with chickpeas, tomato sauce and fried onions
Meatless Mousaka$24.00
Individual Egyptian style moussaka with peppers, tomatoes, artichoke and eggplant topped with cheese
Tagine Khodar$27.00
Hearty oven braised market vegetables with homemade couscous
Grilled Chicken/Firakh Mashway$29.00
Organic, Canadian free range boneless chicken
Salmon Filet /Salmon Mashway$33.00
Grilled Atlantic salmon served with couscous
U8 Prawns/Gambari Mashway$35.00
Whole grilled prawns
Head on Fish/Samek Mashway$35.00
Whole grilled fish of the day
Tagine Alexandria$36.00
Shrimp, octopus, squid and salmon cooked with a mild spice tomato sauce served with sayadeya rice
Lamb Chops/Riash Mashway$37.00
Grilled natural grass fed Ottomanelli lamb chops

Sides

Peasant Salad$9.00
Casa's famous chopped salad with spicy vinegrette
Roz Bil Molokhya$9.00
Rice cooked with green leaf soup
Batatas Mahamora$9.00
Handcut fries seasoned with sumac
Roz Bil Sayadeya$9.00
Caramelized onion rice
Fatta$9.00
Traditional rice dish of sautéed bread and garlic
Couscous$9.00
Homemade couscous
Sauteed Mushrooms$9.00
Button mushrooms sautéed in olive oil
Greens$9.00
Market fresh greens sautéed with garlic and grape tomatoes
Tagine Khodar$10.00
Hearty oven braised mélange of market vegetables
House Made Pita
- 3 Pieces$6.00

Dessert

Baklava$8.00
Egyptian style pastry rolled tightly, stuffed with coconut, pistachio, almonds and walnuts
Basbussa$8.00
Cononut semolina cupcakes topped with vanilla gelato
Kunefa$8.00
Small nest of shredded phyllo dough stuffed with Egyptian custard topped with vanilla gelato
Dessert Platter$21.00

What 527 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4Food
3.9Service
4.4Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

527 Reviews

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CarlyL
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2021
overall1food1service1ambience1
My reservation for my birthday was canceled the day before without any notice or reasoning. When I called the restaurant to find out what happened, an extremely rude man picked up with his dog barking in the background and blamed me for "not responding" - I never got any calls, emails, or follow ups from the restaurant - only the cancellation. When I asked him to rebook the 7:30 original slot for us, he gave me a hard time, yelled at me in a nasty attitude & then told me he could only do 8pm. I agreed though at that point I didn't even want to go there anymore. I ended up having to call back to even get an email confirmation. After reading similar stories & horrible reviews about wait times even with reservations, I decided to cancel. I didn't want my night to be ruined since restaurants now close at 10 due to Covid and we would have been out of luck finding another spot for 6 people that late. They should consider better management and being nicer to potential customers. Businesses are hurting & we are trying to give back, but now my friends don't even want to dine at Casa La Femme because of this experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience. Fantastic food. Know your options and that you can order a la carte. Waiter/waitress will try to up-sell you to do a pre fixe meal which you don’t have to do.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We made reservations for NYE, and not knowing what to expect given COVID-19, we were pleasantly surprised. Not only was the restaurant extremely equipped to accommodate guests safely, they went above and beyond to create an outdoor oasis that was comfortable (heat lamps) and gorgeously decorated. The menu for the evening was a pre fix and it was not only delicious but also plentiful. I’d highly recommend this spot! It was a dining pleasure!!
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SS18
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2020
overall3food5service2ambience5
The manager was very welcoming. We were cold and he moved us to a table with a heater right on top and even added two portable heaters. The food was good too. But the service wasn’t very good. The waitress pushed us to order more food than we wanted, insisting on main courses instead of small plates. And the only gratuity options were starting at 20%.
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KenS
Greater Boston
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience5
Great Date Location...looking forward to our next visit.
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Backagain
New York Area
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful people giving great food and service during difficult times
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Sougfd
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 23, 2020
overall1food3service1ambience1
Worst service I ever had in an nyc restaurant. Waited 1h in the cold just to be seated, without even an apology, NOTHING. They had to ask for people to leave to give us seats. Also, They never showed us the receipt at the end and we were overcharged. Don’t go there!!! The plates are definitely too small.
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RachelS
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2020
overall3food3service2ambience4
The place is beautiful for inside and outside dining. The service was not up to par with the expense of the meal. Food was good, but, again, very pricey. It was a special occasion and I was glad to be there, but questioned the cost vs, was you get/ service.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Casa La Femme is an amazing restaurant with great service. The ambiance, with food to match, who could resist! Thank you for making my birthday so special. This is the second time I attended and definitely not the last. Thank you, Casa La Femme!
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Caroline
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and beautiful outdoor dining setup with heaters!
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wprags
London
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved eating here and felt especially safe given all of their COVID precautions. We sat outside under their romantically decorated "tenting" with heat lamps and one side fully open. Food was delicious and our server was spectacular.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took my now girlfriend here to ask her to be my girlfriend! The music was spectacular, the ambiance was perfect, food was spot ON, and the staff are top notch! It was a perfect, fun, extremely memorable occasion. Come here to impress!!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2020
overall3food3service3ambience3
It was chilly inside cause it f the doors being open for ventilation for CoVid19!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and service by Ivon!!
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LindyM
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The main course was so delish that we dug into it as soon as it was placed in front of us, sorry no pics there. But the mezzas as always, never disappoint. We had hummus, babaganoosh and spicy feta with freshly made pita bread. The salad was equally delish, fresh arugula drizzled with olive oil, salt and pepper. For dessert we had a mini cupcake that had hints of coconut and vanilla with a scoop of ice cream. The staff and service as always was impeccable. Special thank you to Mohamed our waiter for making my boyfriend feel special on his birthday. And a very special thank you to Casa la Femme for surprising us with a free bottle of wine that was absolutely delightful. This was my 4th time coming here & it certainly won't be my last.
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LidiaK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great date night restaurant! Appetizers and dessert were great, but our entrees needed more seasoning, they were just ok. Overall great experience!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an amazing meal and our waitress B was the best!!
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HamidaC
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Casa La Femme. Was amazing all around. Food...drinks....ambiance....service. Everything was stellar. “B” our hostess did such a great job of explaining the menu to us and she was super personable. Will definitely come back again. Maybe for my birthday next month.
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EszeeKnowsBest
New York Area
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2020
overall2food2service1ambience5
The decor was awesome! Our waitress was cool, but that's about it. Considering that I've had Mediterranean food many times prior, this food was BLAND. Not bad, just BLAND. Therefore the prices are pretty ridiculous especially with such small portions. Both my friend and I had the lamb. We also had the appetizer with 3 dips. All small and expensive. The drinks were descent too. The BIGGEST issue I had all night was when the manager started hoovering over us and then finally said to us that they were waiting on our table for the next customers. First off, we made reservations, we spent almost $300 with just my friend and I. And lastly, I had just ordered another drink so why were we being rushed? We didnt make it a big deal so he asked if we could be moved to a smaller table for just our drinks. Ok, fine, even though that's a terrible thing to do! We moved and so my friend and I started a new tab for drinks after we closed that one out. 20 mins later he comes over and asks us if we would be long cause yet AGAIN he needed out table! I chose not to address the issue because I could always just come and write my reviews. Therefore, I don't recommend coming here unless you want to just spend money for picture purposes. That's really all this place is good for.
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MarthaM
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the ambiance, the food, the service. Highly recommended.
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MSms
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food and Ambience. Great if you want a lot of attention From the staff. We thought it was too much. Recommend the mousaka.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wonderful setting, great service and very good food.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
First time coming here with my boyfriend for our 3 year anniversary & it did not disappoint. We were asked if we wanted inside or outside so its nice we had an option considering the Covid situation. The decor and ambiance catches your eye from the corner of the street (literally) !! The workers were attentive, helpful & had an overall nice attitude. The food was great as well with lots of flavors. We usually have bad luck when ordering drinks at other restaurants. But we really enjoyed 3 different drinks we got. Overall we really enjoyed our time here & would deff come back !
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2020
overall1food1service1ambience3
Waiter b was to much her energy was of a person on a strong caffeine high. The waiters kept coming and reaching over our food. Will never return... No social distancing.
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Lulu
New York Area
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience5
Casa La Femme is so cute! One of the best outdoor eating set ups I have seen! The food was really good, especially the spicy feta lamb kebobs! Would definitely go back!
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Nessa
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful!
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burito
London
6 reviews
vip
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2020
overall2food2service2ambience1
Overpriced and unappealing. So many better authentic places available so charging 3x more doesn't make it better. Would never recommend to anyone.
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Behanka
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Overall my boyfriend and I definitely enjoyed our visit. And I can definitely see myself coming back. The service was great the only reason why I put value at a four-star is because I thought the prices would be a bit cheaper. On Google Maps this is a two dollar sign restaurant but I ended up spending $200 when I thought everything will come up to way less. Bronzino should’ve been bigger for the price. Overall I’d give Casa La Femme 4.5/5
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful Place and great food!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing. B was great! We will definitely come back
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Despina
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was sooo good, service was great. Beautiful atmosphere, highly recommend!!
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EvaS
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2020
overall2food3service2ambience4
Beautifully decorated, but terrible service and very overpriced.
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tiftap
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful decor that's for sure - great for a romantic date! Ordered the "Quibiscus" cocktail and it was very refreshing and strong. Started off with the 3 mezzas and got the Spicy Feta, Tahini, and Hummus - if you don't mind spice, would definitely recommend the spicy feta as a must. Tahini was my second fave and used that as well for the Lamb kebob that I ordered for my main dish. Overall, food was very tasty and the area wasn't too loud which makes it amazing for a night out to talk.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2020
overall1food1service1ambience1
Bad food and service
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 17, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
B was the best server I’ve had in a very long time. So attentive and truly cared about our evening experience. I will be back and WILL BE sitting in her section. The best!
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TK719
New York Area
628 reviews
vip
5.0
628 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had the most wonderful experience dining at Casa La Femme. The staff was so welcoming upon my arrival, and seated me at a lovely table. The outdoor seating area is simply beautiful. I had the Greek salad to start, which was excellent. I then had the branzino with a side of couscous. It was absolutely delicious. I finished the coconut cupcakes with ice cream, which were so decadent and satisfying. The service was outstanding. Everything was perfect. An excellent and unique dining choice in the West Village.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was such a fun experience! Great lamb chops, beautiful decor, fun Egyptian music and our host/waitress/bartender B was incredible. We sat in large cushy chairs underneath a canopy. So much fun!! I will be back.
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Nely
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ordered two kebob platters ( shrimp and lamb) each were delicious.
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AnyelinaR
Caribbean
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was perfect, thank to Ivonne, perfect food, perfect night. Thank you so much
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DominiqueC
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great experience and delicious Egyptian dishes. The decor was very detailed that it may you feel like you were traveling somewhere out of NYC which felt good since we've been restricted to travel given the Covid pandemic. Recommend the Fuul Medames with Pita as an appetizer and the Riash Mashway (lamp chop) dish. The lamp chops were perfectly cooked.
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Casa La Femme is rated 4.1 stars by 527 OpenTable diners.

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140 Charles Street, New York, NY 10014

Additional information

Cross street
Greenwich St. & Washington St.
Neighborhood
West Village
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Egyptian, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking Garage is available across the street
Public transit
Casa la Femme is conveniently located only a few blocks from the Christopher St. station on the 1 and within walking distance of the 8th Ave stop on the L.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Casa la Femme features a performance by a bellydancer every night. Show times are-Sunday through Wednesday: 9:15pm,Thursday: 9:15pm & 11:30pmFriday: 9:15pm & 12:30am Saturday: 7:30pm, 9:15pm & 12:30am.For further entertainment, a DJ plays at Casa La Femme Friday and Saturday from 9:30pm until closing.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://casalafemmeny.com/
Phone number
(212) 505-0005
Catering
Casa la Femme offers both on and off site catering for large events as well as restaurant rentals catered by other groups.

Casa La Femme

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Mazzas

Hummus

Babaganoush

Fuul Medames

Zabadi

Tahini

Gibnah Domiaty

Khodar

Appetizers

Molokhya$13.00

Arugula Salad/Salata Gargeer$13.00

Salata Tamatem$16.00

Grape Leaves Stuffed/Warak Enab$15.00

Falafel /Tamaya$14.00

Goulash Bil Gibnah$14.00

Stuffed Mini Peppers/Felfel Mashi$14.00

Beef Sliders / Lahma Kofta$15.00

Kebob$17.00

Octopus/Ekhatboot Mashway$20.00

Entrees

Koshery$24.00

Meatless Mousaka$24.00

Tagine Khodar$27.00

Grilled Chicken/Firakh Mashway$29.00

Salmon Filet /Salmon Mashway$33.00

U8 Prawns/Gambari Mashway$35.00

Head on Fish/Samek Mashway$35.00

Tagine Alexandria$36.00

Lamb Chops/Riash Mashway$37.00

Sides

Peasant Salad$9.00

Roz Bil Molokhya$9.00

Batatas Mahamora$9.00

Roz Bil Sayadeya$9.00

Fatta$9.00

Couscous$9.00

Sauteed Mushrooms$9.00

Greens$9.00

Tagine Khodar$10.00

House Made Pita

Dessert

Baklava$8.00

Basbussa$8.00

Kunefa$8.00

Dessert Platter$21.00

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