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.
Menu
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 & Calabrian chili. Served with our own freshly baked pita. $10 | HUMMUS, FALAFEL, CHOPPED SALAD & TAHINI |
HUMMUS, SPICED CHICKEN SHAWARMA, EGGPLANT, SCHUG Our hummus is served with sliced spice-rubbed & spit 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, MANGO AMBA, HARISSA, TEHINA Green Schug - A Middle Eastern spicy sauce made from Fresh Hot Peppers seasoned with Coriander, Fresh garlic & various Spices. Mango Amba - Amba is a Middle Eastern pickled Mango condiment that's particularly common in Iraq, Saudi Arabia & Israel. 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 |
BEEF KOFTA KEBABS |
FALAFEL |
Sides & Salatim
CHOPPED SALAD | EGGPLANT |
TABBOULEH SALAD | FALAFEL |
GRILLED BEETS | ROASTED CAULIFLOWER |
EXTRA PITA |
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 Is Predominantly Plant-Based, Incorporating a Bevy of Healthy Foods Including Grass-Fed Meats and Fish, Chickpeas, Garlic, Olive Oil, Sesame Seeds, Spices and Vegetables. Shai Delivers in New York City Anywhere from 92nd St to 170th River to River.