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Casual Mediterranean restaurant offering salads, burgers, wraps and plates of chicken or lamb shawarma, plus tea.
From Google Maps reviews.
Absolutely phenomenal food! I could not believe such delicious food came out of a teeny tiny kitchen but they surely made the magic happen. Each dish was brilliantly plated and presented as if it were being served at a dine in restaurant. The chicken shawarma dish was moist, flavorful, delectably seasoned and well complemented with the fresh Jerusalem salad rice. My partner opted for one of the lamb dishes which was fragrant, aromatic and overall a savory delight. If this place were a bigger sit
Hi! Stopped into the UES’ Lava Shawarma for the second time, and everything was - once again - excellent. The two young men who work behind the counter there (at least in the early evening hours) were: polite, friendly, professional and hardworking. The environment is welcoming, and the food is so yummy. Both times I’ve been there, I ordered the falafel wrap. It was super delicious — and full of fiber and protein, without feeling heavy on my tummy; I might just become a more regular customer, ev
Crispest fries…. I had falafel plate and portion was very generous. They also offered a free cup of black tea.
From the Mar 11, 2025 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Evidence of rats was found on site.
No one on shift holds the required food-safety certificate.
Evidence of mice was found on site.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.