Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Financial District
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Zizi Wine Bar
A stylish FiDi wine bar pairing Mediterranean mezze with thoughtful wines.
Notable Picks
8.3
Zizi Wine Bar is a Mediterranean and Middle Eastern–influenced wine bar on John Street serving hummus, Jerusalem bagel, skewers, and shareable plates alongside a focused wine list. It’s where FiDi diners go when they want mezze, good bread, and shawarma-inspired dishes in a stylish but relaxed setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Jerusalem Bagel with Dips, Chicken Shawarma Skewers, Knafe Dessert
What Makes it Special: A stylish FiDi wine bar pairing Mediterranean mezze with thoughtful wines.
Worthy Picks
The Maiden Lane location of taïm serves customizable Middle Eastern–leaning bowls and pitas built around falafel, chicken shawarma, and roasted vegetables. It functions as a fast, mostly takeout option for FiDi office workers who want something fresher and more vegetable-forward than standard street-cart fare.
Must-Try Dishes:
O.G. Falafel Pita, Chicken Shawarma Bowl, Cauliflower Shawarma Plate
What Makes it Special: A well-known Mediterranean chain doing build-your-own bowls and pitas.