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Shaya, New Orleans, LA

Shaya

4.9
4.9
5063 Reviews
$31 to $50
Israeli
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Shaya

4.9
$31 to $50
Israeli
Uptown

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2 people
19:00
Booked 67 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Charming
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
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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What 5,063 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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Overall

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Best Food

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Innovative

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Healthy

  • New Orleans

    Best Overall

  • New Orleans

    Best Food

  • New Orleans

    Best Value

  • New Orleans

    Innovative

  • New Orleans

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shaya is a culinary gem in New Orleans, renowned for its "phenomenal and fresh" Middle Eastern cuisine. Guests rave about the "delicious" hummus, hot fluffy pita, and innovative dishes. The restaurant boasts "impeccable" service, a "lovely" atmosphere, and a menu that caters to all, making it a "must-visit" spot.

5,063 Reviews
  1. Juan

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. Nothing negative about the experience

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  2. Eduardo

    South Dakota

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious, the ambience was wonderful, and the service was fantastic (props to our server Dylan).

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  3. Kim

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our servers were attentive, engaging and very cheerful. Our water glasses never emptied and we were checked on to see if we needed more wine or pita bread. The food…oooh wow!! My mother thought she didn’t like hummus. She now really enjoys hummus. Well done Shaya! Well done!! We will be back!!

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  4. edison

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is 10. However, even though I had made a reservation for a table they wanted to place me at the bar. I had protest it and finally they gave me a table.

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  5. Allison

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and pleasant service. Lively atmosphere and repeat customers sharing their favorite recommendations.

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  6. Henry

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I loved the food and service ! A casual lively vibe. Highly recommend !

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  7. Kourtney

    New Orleans

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I love Shaya so much! My only issue is that it's really loud and can be difficult for conversation with more than two people. But I'm not sure how you can mitigate that...
    ShayaResponded 6 days ago
    Kourtney- Thank you so much for the 5 star review! Wether positive or negative we value our patrons taking their time to review us here at Shaya Restaurant. We are actively looking into a solution to buffer main dining room noise levels. Please make a note that our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday from 4-6pm offering 1/2 off specialty hummus and wines by the glass. Your kind words are truly appreciated:) We hope to serve you again soon. Cheers- Maria

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  8. JoAnn

    New Orleans

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a wonderful early dinner. This is one of my very favorite restaurants in NOLA. Service was amazing. Food was scrumptious. And, the best pita bread and hummus ever!
    ShayaResponded 6 days ago
    JoAnn- Thank you so much for the 5 star review! Wether positive or negative we value our patrons taking their time to review us here at Shaya Restaurant. Please make a note that our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday from 4-6pm offering 1/2 off specialty hummus and wines by the glass. Your kind words are truly appreciated:) We hope to serve you again soon. Cheers- Maria

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  9. Kyle

    Boise

    56 reviews

    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, ambiance too…Robert was a great waiter.
    ShayaResponded 6 days ago
    Kyle- First and foremost thank you for your patronage. Wether positive or negative, we value are customers taking their time to review us here at Shaya Restaurant. Robert is a gem! We are lucky to have him on the team. Please make a note that our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday 4-6pm offering 1/2 our specialty hummus and wines by the glass. A sincere appreciation for your kind words. Team Shaya hopes to serve you again soon. Cheers- Maria

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  10. Amy

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderfully flavorful food. Attentive and helpful servers. It was a pleasure to eat here
    ShayaResponded 6 days ago
    Amy - Thank you so much for the 5 star review! Wether positive or negative we value our patrons taking their time to review us here at Shaya Restaurant. Please make a note that our Happy Hour is Monday-Friday from 4-6pm offering 1/2 off specialty hummus and wines by the glass. Your kind words are truly appreciated:) We hope to serve you again soon. Cheers- Maria

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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 5063 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.

A photo of Shaya restaurant

Shaya

4.9
$31 to $50
Israeli
Uptown

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 67 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
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • 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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