Basta Middle Eastern Grill

Basta Grill is a casual Middle Eastern spot on West 47th Street in Hell's Kitchen that officially opened in 2025. The name refers to the small street-side stands in Middle Eastern souks, and the menu draws on recipes from Morocco, Tunisia, Iraq and neighboring regions.

How it works

You build your own sandwich, salad, box or bowl from a choice of proteins, vegetables, dips and sauces, or order one of the set sandwiches. The spit-roasted chicken shawarma pita wrap is the go-to, with generous portions. Other options include beef kofta, crispy herbed falafel, zaalouk (a grilled eggplant and pepper dip), baba ganoush and red cabbage pickles. The chef's own pick is a nine-spice fish kofta sandwich in tomato broth.

Good to know

• Listed as open seven days a week from 11am to 9pm.
• It is a short walk from the Theater District, which makes it an easy pre-show meal.

Sources: StageBuddy and public ordering listings. Not yet scored by Shawarma.com. Details can change, so check with the restaurant before you go.