Shai Hummusiya | Manhattanville Market in New York, NY

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Welcome to Shai

Shai Is an Israeli-Inspired Restaurant Serving Hummus, Falafel, Shawarma, and Several Vegetarian Plates. Shai Delivers Fresh Mediterranean Food in New York City. Menu Crafted by Top Chef Master Franklin Becker.

Hummus

A chickpea and sesame tahini blend served with freshly baked pita.

HUMMUS, TAHINA, SUMAC & EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL A classic presentation of our hummus finished with sesame tahini sauce, extra virgin olive oil, a citrusy sumac spice. Served with our own freshly baked pita. $10	HUMMUS, FALAFEL, CHOPPED SALAD & TAHINI Our Hummus with Falafel, seasoned chickpea fritters deep fried until golden brown, and a freshly chopped salad of tomatoes, cucumbers, and onion, along with tahini sauce & sumac, giving it a garden fresh lemony finish. $13
HUMMUS, SPICED CHICKEN SHAWARMA, EGGPLANT, SCHUG Our hummus is served with sliced spice-rubbed roasted chicken shawarma, eggplant flavored with grilled onions, preserved lemons & pickled raisins. Schug, a Middle Eastern spicy herb sauce with garlic & Thai chilies, is served on the side. $15	HUMMUS, STEWED CHICKPEAS & PARSLEY SALAD Our Hummus served with warm chickpeas stewed in extra virgin olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, lemon zest, and spices. Fresh parsley tossed with lemon, Calabrian Chili, sea salt & extra virgin olive oil tops the dish. $12
CHOICE OF SAUCE: GREEN SCHUG, HARISSA, TEHINA Green Schug - A Middle Eastern spicy sauce made from Fresh Hot Peppers seasoned with Coriander, Fresh garlic & various Spices. Harissa - A Hot Chili Paste that originated in Tunisia, North Africa. Tehina - Whipped Sesame Tahini with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Water, Fresh Garlic, Salt & Fresh Lemon Juice.	SWEET POTATO "HUMMUS" LEMON, TEHINA & SPICES Our Sweet Potato "Hummus" is an ethereal blend of sweet potatoes, olive oil, lemon, tahini & spices. This dish does not contain chickpeas. Served with our house-made pita it is truly delicious. $11

Lavash Wraps

CHICKEN SHAWARMA
Lettuce, tomato, onions, Schug, harissa, and tahini
$15

FALAFEL
Lettuce, tomato, hummus, sumac, onions, Schug, harissa, and tahini
$14

Sides & Salatim

CHOPPED SALAD A simple salad of Fresh Chopped Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onion, Fresh Lemon Juice, Fresh Parsley, Olive Oil & Salt. $4	EGGPLANT Roasted Eggplant is flavored with Onions, Preserved Lemons & Pickled Raisins. $4
TABBOULEH SALAD Bulgur, Mint, Cucumber, Tomato, Scallions, Lemon $6	FALAFEL Falafel, a ground Chickpea Fritter with Herbs & Spices, deep fried till golden brown, served with a side of Whipped Tehina for dipping. $4
EXTRA PITA Prepared Fresh daily in our kitchen. $1.50	ROASTED CAULIFLOWER Flash fried cauliflower florets mixed with chermoula, a mixture of chopped cilantro, parsley, mint, garlic & spices. We finish it with Aleppo chili, fresh lemon zest & prunes for a hint of sweetness. $6

mediterranean eats

Shai Delivers Comfort Food Scratch-Made Using the Best Ingredients of The Season. Blending Israeli-Inspired Recipes with Bold and Inspiring Flavors, Our Menu Is Crafted to Satisfy All Who Crave a Taste of The Mediterranean or A Delicious Middle Eastern Adventure. Several Vegan and Vegetarian Options Are Available.

We Hope to Serve You Soon and Often.

our story

Meant for Sharing, Israeli Cuisine Easily Incorporates a Bevy of Healthy Foods Into Your Diet. Predominantly Plant Based, It Offers a Variety of Vegetarian and Vegan Options Alongside Classic Chicken Shawarma. With a Menu Full of Rich Chickpeas, Garlic, Olive Oil, Sesame Seeds, Spices and Vegetables it Truly has Something for Everyone. Shai Delivers in New York City Anywhere from 92nd St to 170th River to River.