Fanila Mukhtar

Fast casual but sooo good. The chicken shawarma is amazing and the service is great!!. Ayat makes the experience even better, she’s so warm and welcoming. I love coming here with my besties

jaquelyn kinner

The best falafel and hummus I’ve had! The food was delicious and the owner was so kind! I’ll definitely be coming be coming back and will be bringing my friends. Thank you for your kindness and for sharing your delicious food!

Zilla Khan-Sookoo

Food was A-Class, Fresh and full of flavour. The quantity was phenomenal because I got dinner of of it. The service provided by Ayat was excellent! She made sure we were well taken care of and on top of that she was soooo friendly. Such lovely eyes. I tried a pomegranate soda called Laziza and that blew my taste buds away, it was so delicious.

lina hmidan

Al-Aqsa is hands down the best Palestinian spot in bayridge. You can’t beat the smell of their fresh bread being baked right when you walk in. Best bread, best falafel, and even better people. Their food is consistently fresh and authentic, and the service is always top- notch. Huge congratulations to the team on their 9-year anniversary! It’s no surprise they’ve been a Bay Ridge staple for nearly a decade.. the quality is just unbeatable.

Khoi Vu

Peering into Al-Aqsa bakery from the cold and wind-battered streets, we glimpsed an outwardly-sterile corridor; nonetheless my housemate and I recognized the warmth beneath the fluorescent lighting. We made our way in, quickly awashed by the amiable team. Really I came in just looking to get a dip and dip; a hummus perhaps, some pita to accompany. The wafting smells, however, proved irrestible. The clash of metal to grill, seared flesh and juices sizzling, my tepid hunger grew more and more ravenous. I opted for the kofte platter, and was recommended to do halfa-kofte half-chicken skewer. My housemate went for the shawarma platter. Additionally, I picked up a plate of six falafel, some kibbeh, and laban to boot; all with a plate of pita on the side. It was on the pricier side, but I think the subsequent experience and free-flowing generosity made it a well-worth visit. And the food was delicious. The falafel, which we were offered some as we made our order, resembled soft pillows encased by a perfectly crisp shell. He brought out a plate of manakish, za'atar and cheese, which was a pleasant and authentic surprise. The people behind the counter were alive and vivacious, from the chef who ran back and forth to feed us wholly, to the woman and her demure smile that took delight in our delight, providing excellent care and attention to our dining. Food continued to spill out, a cornucopia of Levantine fare. The (chicken?) shawarma was adequate, solid in taste and bursting with juices. The grilled chicken I found more compelling with its alluring char and succulence. The kofte was perhaps my favorite though. In tandem with the fluffy toum, it was heaven in each bite. When I find myself in Bay Ridge again, surely, I will return.

Shruthi Sivakumar

The best shawarma and hummus I’ve had in NYC, hands down. Hummus is actually insane. Everything is Palestinian and extremely delicious. Tasty sodas also available. Owner is one of the most warm and kind people I have ever met. Small seating area. Doesn’t matter where I am, I will return to Al-Aqsa!

Suzanne Kanj

Hands down the best shawerma in Bay Ridge. I don’t care what anyone else says, but when I’m craving shawerma, I want to enjoy the flavor and to actually feel full. So many places make their sandwiches tiny, almost like sushi rolls, but I love that Al-Aqsa stays authentic with big, flavorful portions. I always order the mixed shawerma with fries (for $15) and it never disappoints. Plus, they’ve added more seating and now offer more payment options, including Apple Pay, which is super convenient.

zoe ojeda

bless the owner and everyone who comes here and works here this place is filled with love and you can taste it in the food 🤲🏼🇵🇸

Fa

Excellent halal restaurant! The food was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Great service and clean atmosphere — highly recommend!

Meher Esha

I found my one more favorite shawarma spot in new york. Really, very good food. Not a big restaurant but thier food quantity, quality, and presentation are worth of 5stars or above.