Shalel Menu

When you step into Shalel, you’re in for a culinary experience that’s as vibrant as its West Side location. Nestled at 65 W 70th St, New York, NY, Shalel offers a menu packed with fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and a mix of classic and contemporary dishes. Whether you're craving a hearty meal or something light, the Shalel Menu has options that cater to every palate.

From the rich, savory appetizers to the mouthwatering entrees, each dish is crafted with care and a touch of creativity. The diverse selection ensures that there's something for everyone, whether you’re in the mood for seafood, pasta, or plant-based delights. It’s the perfect place to sit back, relax, and enjoy a meal with friends or family.

With every bite, you'll taste the dedication and passion that goes into crafting each dish. Make sure to check out the specials - they're always a hit!

Mezze

Mediterranean Olives
Kalamata and Cerignola olives house-marinated with fennel, coriander, orange peel, with toasted stirato baguette
US$10.00
Hummus bi Tahina
Syrian chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, with oven-grilled pita
US$16.00
Baba Ghanoush
smoked eggplant caviar, tahini, toasted sesame seeds, with oven-grilled pita
US$16.00
Mediterranean Mezze
hummus, tzatziki, baba ghanoush, tirokafteri (spicy feta dip), harissa, with oven-grilled pita
US$20.00
Butternut Squash Bruschetta
mint, onion confit, Italian ricotta
US$12.00
Kampachi Crudo
thinly sliced yellowtail, lemon-cpaer dressing, microgreens, pickled turnips, with toasted stirato baguette
US$21.00
Housemade Flatbread
your choice of Jordanian za'atar or dried oregano, olive oil. Add whipped ricotta with lemon for $4
US$11.00
Jerusalem Artichoke Fritters
with Kozani saffron aioli
US$15.00
Cheese Bourekas
organic feta and ricotta cheese, wrapped in crispy phyllo dough
US$16.00
Spanakopites
feta, mozzarella, myzithra, spinach, onions, wrapped in crispy phyllo dough
US$16.00
Vegan Lebanese Kibbeh
yellow split peas, chickpeas, bulgur, preserved lemon-tahina dipping sauce
US$15.00
Sicilian Cauliflower and Halloumi Cheese
labneh, preserved lemon-tahina spread, anchovy-citrus vinaigrette
US$18.00
Baked Dates
stuffed with Marcona almonds, wrapped in bacon
US$16.00
Moroccan Lamb Cigars (2)
diced lamb, onions, garlic, fresh mint, wrapped in feuille de brick, with housemade harissa
US$18.00
Gambas Al Ajillo
Patagonian red shrimp, Calabrian chili, blistered cherry tomatoes, sautéed with garlic, olive oil, parsley, with toasted stirato baguette
US$24.00
Braised Spanish Octopus
olive oil, aged balsamic, rosemary, patats bravs, pickled turnips, radish
US$27.00
Bacalhau Croquetas
salted cod, with housemade harissa mayonnaise
US$15.00
Crab and Shrimp Brik
Patagonian shrimp, lump crab meat, onions, garlic, wrapped in feuille de brick triangles with garlic, olive oil, parsley, with Yemeni haimi-feta dip
US$19.00
Jamon Serrano Croquetas
dry-cured Spanish jamon, manchego, with housemade harissa mayonnaise
US$16.00
Lamb and Beef Meatballs
"Izmir style" with cinnamon and cumin
US$19.00

Salads

Ten-Ingredient Roman Salad
seasonal mixed herbs, endive, radicchio, champagne vinaigrette
US$14.00
Broccolini Salad
cherry tomatoes, red onions, Palestinian pearl cous-cous
US$19.00
Rainbow Roasted Beet
crumbled goat cheese, Bosc pear, mixed greens
US$19.00
Chopped Israeli
barrel-aged feta, olives, cucumbers, red onions, sumac, lemon vinaigrette. Add vegan kibbeh, grilled shrimp, or grilled chicken for $10
US$19.00
Lebanese Fattoush
crust breads, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, red onions, sumac, Aleppo pepper, lemon vinaigrette. Add vegan kibbeh, grilled shrimp, or grilled chicken for $10
US$19.00

Brunch All Night

Moroccan Shakshuka
baked tomatoes, onions, roasted garlic, seasonal vegetables, two organic farm eggs. Add lamb meatballs or lamb merguez for $8
US$20.00
Egyptian Koshari
beluga lentils, toasted rice, vermicelli, chickpeas, candied yams. Add a fried egg for $3
US$20.00
Keftadakia in Pita
Lamb meatballs with kasseri cheese and mint, on top of grilled pita, with seasonal greens, pickled vegetables, labneh, preserved lemon-tahina dressing
US$19.00

Les Grands Plats & Casseroles

Vegetarian Moussaka
layered eggplant, zucchini, Yukon Gold potatoes, red and green bell peppers, béchamel
US$28.00
Chicken Basteeya
saffron, ginger, and cinnamon braised chicken, toasted almonds, perfumed with orange blossom water, flaky pastry, topped with cinnamon sugar
US$32.00
Yogurt Marinated Chicken Kebab
roasted vegetables, Persian basmati pilaf, tzatziki, oven-grilled pita
US$30.00
Filet Mignon Kebab
roasted vegetables, Persian basmati pilaf, tzatziki, oven-grilled pita
US$39.00
Mixed Grill
beef kebab, chicken kebab, lamb merguez sausage, Persian basmati pilaf, roasted vegetables, tzatziki, oven-grilled pita
US$42.00
Chicken Tagine A La Fez
pasture-raised chicken, tomatoes, chickpeas, seasonal vegetables, steamed cous-cous, Palestinian maftoul, ras-el-hanout
US$28.00
Lamb Kofta Tagine
minced lamb meatballs, chickpeas, seasonal vegetables, steamed cous-cous, Palestinian maftoul, berbere-kashmiri chili broth
US$30.00
Lamb-on-the-Bone Tagine
chickpeas, seasonal vegetables, steamed cous-cous, Palestinian maftoul, berbere-kashmiri chili broth
US$37.00
Whole Branzino
butterflied Greek striped b ass, spinach, Persian basmati pilaf, with capers, lemon, Greek olive oil
US$37.00
North Atlantic Bacalhau
Portuguese salted cod stewed in a tomato, onion, red pepper broth with Yukon Gold potatoes
US$32.00
Venetian Sardines
house-marinated, butterflied Portuguese sardines "al saor" in Greek olive oil and white wine vinegar, market salad, with toasted stirato baguette
US$22.00
Seafood Stew in Kataifi Crisp
Patagonian shrimp, calamari, bacalhau (salted cod), with stewed tomatoes, onions, garlic, Calabrian chili, with a Kataifi crust
US$32.00
Faroe Island Salmon
pan-seared salmon fillet on a bed of spinach and basmati pilaf, with sauce vierge, herb crust
US$34.00

Roman Flatbreads

Margherita Burrata
mozzarella di bufala, pomodoro, fresh basil
US$20.00
Angelo's Pizza Bianca
truffle oil, truffle pecorino, fresh mozzarella, chopped pistachios
US$20.00
Three-Mushroom Flatbread
portobello, oyster, and shiitake mushrooms, shaved pecorino
US$22.00
Frutti di Mare
Spanish octopus, clams, Patagonian shrimp, blistered cherry tomatoes, Calabrian chili, fresh basil
US$25.00

Pasta & Risotto

Mezzaluna Ravioli
stuffed with porcini-ricotta crema, blistered cherry tomatoes, spinach, touch of butter and cream, fresh parmigiano
US$28.00
Strozzapreti Pomodoro
fresh tomatoes, basil, Calabrian chili, fresh parmigiano
US$20.00
Risotto Porcini
hen-of-the-woods and porcini mushrooms, fresh parmigiano
US$27.00
Risotto with Patagonian Shrimp
leeks, fava beans, touch of butter
US$28.00
Persian Rice Pilaf
slow-cooked beef in Barolo, on rice toasted with barberries, cumin, turmeric, toasted almonds, pomegranate
US$32.00

Sides

Broccolini
garlic, lemon juice
US$11.00
Housemade Tzatziki
english cucumbers, dill
US$11.00
Housemade Tirokafteri
spicy feta dip with crispy stirato baguette
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Oven Roasted Potatoes
crispy potatoes, garlic, harissa mayo
US$11.00

Desserts

Pistachio Baklava
US$12.00
Warm Date Tart
with gelato
US$14.00
Ekmek Kataif
US$12.00
Thick Labneh
US$12.00
Pasteis de Nata
US$12.00
Warm Bougatsa
semolina custard, cinnamon, wrapped in crispy phyllo dough
US$14.00
Olive Oil Cake
baked with Valencia orange and honey, gelato
US$12.00
Affogato
espresso, dondurma gelato
US$10.00
Boozy Affogato
espresso, dondurma gelato, your choice of amaretto or rum
US$15.00
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