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Shaya, New Orleans, LA

Shaya

4.9
4.9
5126 Reviews
$31 to $50
Israeli

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 74 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Healthy
Originally 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, Meditteranean, 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
    Israeli, Mediterranean
  • 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
  • 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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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What 5,126 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

NoiseModerate

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  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Overall

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Food

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Healthy

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Most Booked

  • New Orleans

    Best Overall

  • New Orleans

    Best Food

  • New Orleans

    Best Value

  • New Orleans

    Healthy

  • New Orleans

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shaya offers a delightful experience with "delicious food" and "friendly service." Nestled in New Orleans, this Israeli-Mediterranean gem is praised for its "fried chicken hummus" and "fresh pita." Patrons relish the "unique dishes" and vibrant atmosphere, making it a "must-visit" spot in the city.

5,126 Reviews
  1. Silvia

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints ! Delicious food and friendly service. Love Shaya!

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  2. Limor Ratzabi

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were blown away! The quality, flavors, and authenticity could not be beat. By far the best meal we had in NOLA

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  3. Chuck

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner At shaya the food was sensational. The fried chicken humas was sublime. My only nit is that they shut the pita oven off mid way through our dinner (we had an 8:30pm reservation), and all of the dishes require a lot of pita. The difference between the fresh cooked pita and the reheated we got at the end was noticeable. Would recommend and come back.

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  4. Patrick

    VIP

    New York City

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience all around. Nice menu with everything prepared to perfection. Service was attentive and friendly. Loved everything about this restaurant.
    ShayaResponded 4 days ago
    Patrick- First and foremost thank you for your patronage! Wether positive or negative, we value our customers taking their time to review us here at Shaya Restaurant. We are thrilled that your experience aligned with our 5 star standard. Please make a note that our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday 4-6pm offering 1/2 off specialty hummus and wines by the glass. Thank you for your kind words; we hope to serve you again soon Cheers - Maria with Team Shaya Restaurant

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  5. Liz

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As a family who keeps kosher, we were so excited to find an israeli restaurant in New Orleans. The apps and small plates were delicious and filling but the salmon we ordered was disappointing. The couscous typically served with it has shellfish sauce so it had to be replaced with a very dry tasteless rice and the salmon was over cooked. We should have sent it back. It was also really expensive for what we got. Two apps, two drinks, one entree was over $100. Our server was lovely though and the space is beautiful and on a fun area on Magazine street.
    ShayaResponded 4 days ago
    Liz- First and foremost thank you for your patronage! Wether positive or negative, we value our customers taking their time to review us here at Shaya Restaurant. I apologize that you did not have a 5 star experience. Please email me via our website so i can look up your check for a refund. I appreciate you being kind about Dylan despite your experience. Cheers - Maria with Team Shaya Restaurant

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  6. Nora

    VIP

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent! The food was exceptional and the service was attentive.
    ShayaResponded 4 days ago
    Nora- First and foremost thank you for your patronage! Wether positive or negative, we value our customers taking their time to review us here at Shaya Restaurant. We are thrilled that your experience aligned with our 5 star standard. Please make a note that our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday 4-6pm offering 1/2 off specialty hummus and wines by the glass. Thank you for your kind words; we hope to serve you again soon Cheers - Maria with Team Shaya Restaurant

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  7. Vikki

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed everything about this lovely restaurant, the unique dishes, the ambience and the service. Highly recommend! 
    ShayaResponded 7 days ago
    Vikki- First and foremost THANK YOU so much for you patronage. Wether positive or negative, we value our customers taking their time to review us here at Shaya Restaurant. Please make a note that our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday 4pm-6pm offering 1/2 off specialty hummus and wines by the glass. Again thank you for your kind words! Cheers- Maria with Team Shaya Restaurant

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  8. Christopher

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience exceeded our already high expectations! The atmosphere was fun and upbeat, the staff were solid and the food was spectacular! We were also surprised by the portion sizes compared to typical tapas-style restaurants. The cauliflower hummus was delicious and I loved the lamb shank. 10/10 would recommend and will go back!
    ShayaResponded 4 days ago
    Christopher- First and foremost thank you for your patronage! Wether positive or negative, we value our customers taking their time to review us here at Shaya Restaurant. We are thrilled that your experience aligned with our 5 star standard. Please make a note that our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday 4-6pm offering 1/2 off specialty hummus and wines by the glass. Thank you for your kind words; we hope to serve you again soon Cheers - Maria with Team Shaya Restaurant

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  9. Matthew

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic selection hummus’ and salatim! We filled up on that quickly and happily! Delicious drinks as well. ‘Shroom With View’ cocktail is like a martini and an oyster together, I had 2… 😋
    ShayaResponded 4 days ago
    Matthew- First and foremost thank you for your patronage! Wether positive or negative, we value our customers taking their time to review us here at Shaya Restaurant. We are thrilled that your experience aligned with our 5 star standard. Please make a note that our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday 4-6pm offering 1/2 off specialty hummus and wines by the glass. Thank you for your kind words; we hope to serve you again soon Cheers - Maria with Team Shaya Restaurant

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  10. Fabiola

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food it’s just delicious all dishes are made with so much love
    ShayaResponded 4 days ago
    Fabiola- First and foremost thank you for your patronage! Wether positive or negative, we value our customers taking their time to review us here at Shaya Restaurant. We are thrilled that your experience aligned with our 5 star standard. Please make a note that our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday 4-6pm offering 1/2 off specialty hummus and wines by the glass. Thank you for your kind words; we hope to serve you again soon Cheers - Maria with Team Shaya Restaurant

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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 5126 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.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 74 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Shaya

4213 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    General Pershing Street
  • Neighbourhood
    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
    Israeli, Mediterranean
  • 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
  • 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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