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Shaya, New Orleans, LA

Shaya

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4.9 (5205)
$31 to $50
Middle Eastern
4213 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
Inspired by the many amazing meals with family and dear friends throughout the Middle East, Shaya has been a trailblazer in modern Levantine cuisine. Drawing inspiration from the diverse cuisines & cultures of the Middle East, Mediterranean, and across North Africa, Shaya has set the benchmark for contemporary Mediterranean cuisine by honoring the age-old culinary traditions of the people who invented hospitality as we know it. Our fluffy hand-crafted pita bread baked to order in our wood-fired oven with delectable vegetable-driven dips, salads, and spreads will transport you to an exotic place. Today we hope that our food and hospitality will help you create delicious memories with your friends and family using the very best of our local and sustainably harvested ingredients, prepared and served by people who truly care.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Israeli
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 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: (504) 766-1362
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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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Menu

Shaya's menu was last updated on 5/21/2024.

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What 5,205 people are saying

Shaya reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Healthy

  • New Orleans

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shaya delights with its "best Mediterranean food" and "world's best pita." Guests rave about "unbelievably good" dishes like fried chicken hummus and lamb kofta kabobs. The vibrant atmosphere and attentive service create a memorable dining experience. While some mention noise levels, the "amazing flavors" and "exceptional service" make it a must-visit in NOLA.
5,205 Reviews

  1. David

    Unspecified4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time I go to Shaya I have a great experience. We started with the hummus with warm mushrooms and their hot pita- outstanding! Also had the falafel app. The halloumi was great, the peach and honey sauce around it a surprise and a treat. The ayres lamb sandwich was fantastic, a ground lamb quesadilla with tzatziki and a side of slaw. A wonderful meal all the way around.

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  2. Jodi VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent! Never miss going when we are in town.

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  3. Don

    Houston17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shaya is a favorite of my wife & I. We had family in town for the weekend. The food & service did not disappoint.

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  4. Martin VIP

    Philadelphia County463 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere, the perfect opportunity to try a little of everything which was all great

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  5. James

    Mississippi4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I spent 5 years living in NO, though that was 40 years ago. I return at least twice a year, the food being a big draw still after all these years. I have a number of 'set' places I like to visit and Shaya has made the list (this was my first time there)

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  6. Phil VIP

    Memphis / West Tennessee5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome!! The best Babaganoush on the planet!! Love this place

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  7. Sarah

    New Orleans / Louisiana2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great, unique food. Don’t skip the fried chicken hummus! Service is spectacular & bathrooms clean.

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  8. Josephine VIP

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic place! The food was amazing! The only down side is the noise level was a little too high so hard to carry on a conversation. Other than that, everything was on point! We will definitely come back!

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  9. sarah

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was delicious! Don’t skip dessert - the brownie is amazing!

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  10. Susan

    Philadelphia County19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely place. The server was amazing and very knowledgeable. She guided us to the perfect drink and food combinations which had us enjoy every morsel! I highly recommend this place.

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FAQs

Shaya offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 891-4213.

Shaya is rated 4.9 stars by 5205 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.

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  3. New Orleans / Louisiana
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  5. Uptown

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today
Google Map for Shaya

4213 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    General Pershing Street
  • Neighborhood
    Uptown
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Israeli
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Limited parking is available in our private lot. Street parking is also available along Magazine Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Fariz Choumali
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.shayarestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (504) 891-4213
  • 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: (504) 766-1362

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