Shaya

Name: Shaya
Address: 4213 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA, United States, 70115
Telephone: (504) 891-4213
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

4200 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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 78 times today

Experiences are available.

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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
Neighborhood
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
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Hanukkah Dinner at Shaya
Dec 18 - Dec 24, 2022
Celebrate Hanukkah with Shaya this year from December 18th to sundown on December 24th. Enjoy this special menu a la carte or as a five-course pre-fixe menu priced at $72 per person excluding tax and gratuity. The menu is available for dine-in only. _ chicken liver pâté $14 challah toast, barberry jam _ potato latkes $20 smoked salmon, bowfin caviar, horseradish labneh _ matzo ball soup $16 duck fat matzo balls, confit chicken, carrot, celery _ wagyu brisket $32 carrots muhammara, roasted root vegetables, au jus _ sufganiyot $11 sugar & baharat spiced doughnuts

Popular dishes

LAMB KOFTE KEBAB$19.00
chickpea, tahini, pickled onions, parsley, sumac
CRISPY HALLOUMI$14.00
apples, apricots, arak, dill
FALAFEL$13.00
green tahini, pickled cabbage
ISRAELI SALAD$14.00
cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onions with preserved lemon vinaigrette, Bulgarian feta
FATTOUSH SALAD$15.00
seasonal greens, heirloom carrots, green onions, sumac date vinaigrette, za'atar pita chips

Large Plates

FALAFEL SANDWICH$16.00
cucumber, tomato, red onion, hummus, red chilies
CHICKEN SCHNITZEL SANDWICH$17.00
brioche, harissa mayonnaise, shaved pickles
LAMB BURGER$20.00
feta, toum, sumac onions, tomato, arugula
SHRIMP SANDWICH$18.00
gulf fish, tahini, radishes, anaheim peppers, herbs served with housemade potato chips
CHICKEN LEG & THIGH$24.00
aromatic rice, charred green onions, pistachio, pecan, tzatziki
GULF SHRIMP SHRIMP$27.00
qatari rice, soft herbs, crispy shallots
KVAROY SALMON$28.00
caramelized harissa, couscous "risotto", sweet corn

Desserts

WARM CINNAMON BABKA$13.00
almond gelato, salted caramel
ASHTA & ASAL$14.00
honeycomb, almond water, cardamom cream, bee pollen
LABNEH CHEESECAKE$11.00
bastilla nuts, orange blossom gelato
SEASONAL ICE CREAM OR GELATO$7.00

What 4,200 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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KyleS
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great! Fried Chicken and Lamb Hummus are a must.
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escher
Minneapolis
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had planned a trip to New Orleans and then saw Shaya on Somebody Feed Phil. He was correct in his assessment, it was a fantastic place. The only issue we had was overconsuming the awesome pita and myriad of hummuses. So we didn’t get past the small plates.
c
cynthiaf
Phoenix
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were celebrating a birthday. They gave a free dessert. The food was amazing! I loved everything except the lamb wasn’t my favorite. The pita just kept coming throughout the meal. The seven of us just shared a bunch of things. I would highly recommend!!
GR
GregR
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every dish we had was amazing. Great place to try something new and different
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adid
New England
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing restaurant with outstanding food and service
J
Jeet
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience5
Lamb sandwich was burnt. You could see it at the first glance. Y they should not have sent it out of kitchen. Hummus with chicken was outstanding. Baba Ganoush was very lemony.
EE
EstanE
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our server was amazing and enjoyed her presence, food was incredible
WM
WhitneyM
New Orleans
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fresh, flavorful food in a fun atmosphere—what a great Thanksgiving Eve!
JG
JulieG
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food is amazing. Pita is great. It can be very loud inside but the outside is quieter and has heaters and fans. Love the smoked labneh and the fried chicken hummus.
SS
SusieS
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
A great place for Mediterranean style food. The pita is baked fresh and served right after it comes out of a special oven and is served with olive oil and spices. Then we had the hummus with the lamb ragu, excellent! Then we had the falafel, crispy on the outside and soft and pillowy inside. Then for the main course we had the slow roasted leg of lamb served with a salad. Both were excellent and really complemented each other. A nice wine list with both foreign and domestic wines. A great place for a couple or even a group of friends and family.
JW
JulieW
New Orleans
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really enjoyed. Each dish was very high quality and delicious
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Tima
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Visited while on a trip. The Moussaka and lamb kebab were exceptional. We also got the Pomegranate Lemon Club Soda and added vodka to it, it was one of the most refreshing drinks I've ever had. Next time I come back to New Orleans I will be back at Shaya!
LC
LynnieC
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place. The food and service is excellent. Nice ambiance. We had to change the reservation and they were very accommodating. They also moved us to a different table because we had a baby to give us more room. A must visit if in Nola!
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Shibuyarepeat
Las Vegas
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always phenomenal. The chicken hummus to die for.
TB
TcrB
New Orleans
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great. The sever was excellent and we were not rushed in order to turn the table.
M
Mikemanchester
Manchester
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sublime inventive middle eastern cuisine. So fresh and tasty. A wonderful treat and accompanied by some attentive and friendly service from Cece. Highly recommend.
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Wyatt
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Shaya is our go to date night restaurant. We get there before 6 for the happy hour which is hands down the best happy hour in the city - how can you beat half priced hummus and wine?? The service is top of line and the food is absolutely delicious
AT
AndyT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food at Shaya is incredible. The small plates make it a fun interactive experience with the opportunity to try many different dishes with the table.
R
Ricky
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you are a vegetarian, I can't think of many places that have better options than Shaya. The salatim and hummus are out of this world. We got the Ikra, the smoked labneh with lima beans, the moussaka and the mushroom hummus. All were amazing, but the hummus was the best. The quality of the food is top notch and the flavors are luscious. And the labneh cheesecake is probably the best dessert I have ever eaten. Shaya is an amazing restaurant.
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Wilma
New Orleans
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service and food was great. Highly recommend. Freshly baked pita is brought throughout the meal and is fantastic.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food is absolutely amazing at Shaya. The service was great and so was our waiter. My only detractor is that it can get a bit loud.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was excellent. We ordered an appetizer, a small plate and three large plates. The hummus with the fried chicken was out standing.
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Adda40
Chicago
127 reviews
vip
5.0
127 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Shaya is an outstanding restaurant. My friends and I were in NOLA visiting on vacation. To find an Israeli restaurant was a special treat and somewhat unexpected. We found the food to be exceptional with innovative variations on classic Middle Eastern dishes. Everything including the pita which was served right out of the oven was fresh, delicious and reasonably priced. The service was superb. In addition to being extremely considerate he was knowledgeable and and helpful. Do not miss this wonderful restaurant.
SW
ScottW
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We tried most things on the menu and enjoyed them all. Parking was available and the atmosphere was relaxing. The best part is the fresh, hot pita bread.
CG
CelesteG
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was outstanding as was the service! We had to adjust our reservation time and there were no issues at all! Will be back soon!
DV
DetroitVisitor
Detroit
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Multitude of flavours. Very enjoyable.
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annar
New York Area
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beyond our expectations! Service was outstanding and the food was even better. Highly recommend!
ST
SunnyT
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best food in NOLA area! Great service. Highly recommend!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
We have dined at Shaya several times and this was our first return since being out of state for 5 months. We reserved an early 430 pm dinner after enjoying a performance at the saenger. We were pleasantly surprised to find parking nearby. We were a few minutes early and requested a specific table which was open. The hostess was not accommodating after after several minutes delay, sat us at another table as opposed to the one we requested. That was the only negative about the entire dining experience. Dustin the server was fantastic. The food was delicious as always. We love Shaya. Thank you.
CG
ColleenG
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best meals I’ve ever had. Stellar every time.
OT
OpenTable Diner
West Sussex
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best food we have had our entire trip in New Orleans. Outstanding flavours and great staff. Best hummus of my life! Fabulous cocktails and wine/digestive list too. But the pitta bread wow out of this world good.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall3food4service1ambience2
The service was really slow
OT
OpenTable Diner
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and great service
IH
IraH
Washington DC
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Shaya is my all time favorite place to eat at when I come to New Orleans. As always the food was amazing and I think the baba ghanoush was the best I have be had anywhere. The pita is warm and amazing and they even gave me some to take home with my leftovers. The service was amazing and we sat on the back patio which was just delightful. I will be back on my next visit to NOLA!
S
Shaun
Los Angeles
15 reviews
vip
3.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
I’ve loved Shaya for years. The food and drinks and service have always been great. This past visit, we ordered the hummus as always, and the amount is n the bowl was comical. There was so little hummus in the bowl, that it could have been scooped up in its entirety. An order of hummus should include more than a skid mark of hummus!
PH
PatriciaH
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
We absolutely love the hummus and pita bread dishes. We had one with fried chicken and a second with cracked pepper and olive oil. We wish you still carried the shrimp hummus because it is a favorite but we realize maybe it is seasonal. The gelato was also very tasty. We had two people actually helping at our table because our server may have been overwhelmed. We appreciated someone else stepping in. All and all we cannot wait to return. It was great food at a reasonable price.
WW
WeWantGlutenFree
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
We went during Happy Hour (before 6) where they have a deal for half off wine and hummus. We asked the waiter about the deal and they explained same. When ordering wine, the waiter gave a recommendation for a slightly more expensive version of the wine ($14 when original was $12). One of us got the more expensive the other got the original. At the end of the meal when we got the bill we found out that the more expensive wine was excluded from the Happy Hour deal and so we had to pay the full price for it. Furthermore, one of us is gluten-free so rather than have the traditional Pita with the hummus, we asked for a gluten-free option. The Pita is always delicious and comes free. We were disappointed that they didn't have a gluten-free Pita, but they mentioned that they could bring a small crudite platter instead. Upon getting the bill we discovered that they had charged $7 for the plate of a few veggies. The food is delicious and the service is very kind, but it was definitely frustrating to get seemingly nickle-and-dimed like this.
MH
MoonbeamH
Mississippi
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was delicious. I recommend the Mushroom Hummus.
NG
NashvilleGal
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
Exceptional flavors! Robert gave us such professional service and had such a friendly, kind demeanor. So glad we came!
TC
TabithaC
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and came really quickly! Our server was friendly and attentive as well.

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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 4.8 stars by 4200 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.