Lebanese, Moroccan, and Israeli restaurants abound in any borough in NYC, but if you want to get your Egyptian fix, you’ll be heading to Queens. Egyptians are known for dishing out a good challenge, and we’re up for it.

Across the bridge in Astoria stands one of the few traditional Egyptian restaurants- Mombar. Chef and Owner Moustafa El Sayed will make you feel right at home- and is very much a fabric of the restaurant, conversing and telling you tales of his Egyptian homeland. You’ll most likely leave befriending this artistic genius.

The Must-Orders

Lamb Cheeks/ Brain, Tongue; Glazed Duck; Rabbit Tagine; Koshari (Egypt’s national dish and full of carbs- fried and caramelized onions, macaroni, lentils, and marinara sauce); Karkady (Traditional Egyptian tea- tart and delicious made from hibiscus).

2. Odda House (Georgia)