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Good place to take people from out of town for a unique dinner.","rating":{"food":5,"service":5,"ambience":5,"value":5,"noise":"QUIET","overall":5,"__typename":"ReviewRating"},"user":{"numOfApprovedReviews":3,"nickname":"Ariane","metro":{"metroId":514,"displayName":"Mississippi","__typename":"Metro"},"initials":"A","isVip":null,"isLoggedInUser":false,"profileColor":"ICECREAM","profilePhoto":{"photoBySize":null,"__typename":"PublicDinerProfilePhoto"},"__typename":"ReviewUser"},"helpfulness":{"up":0,"down":0,"score":0,"__typename":"ReviewHelpfulness"},"publicRestaurantReply":null,"submittedDateTime":"2025-05-18T14:53:04Z","dinedDateTime":"2025-05-17T21:15:00-04:00","type":"OPENTABLEVERIFIED","fromPreviousConcept":false,"highlight":null,"photos":[],"__typename":"ReviewSearchResult"},{"reviewId":"OT-237325-21935-120015683332","text":"The subterranean adventure of Shalel was perhaps an odd choice for the end of a beautiful sunny afternoon but it did not disappoint. 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We were placed in a quiet private room with cute curtains and Mediterranean vibes. Our server was amazing! Very on top of everything but not overbearing. The food was great! Great use of authentic spices and the dishes were authentic. 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Shalel has served New Yorkers since 2000 and is dedicated to the variety and excellency of Mediterranean cooking. Shalel draws its inspiration from dishes and design of the coastal Mediterranean: Morocco, Palestine, Israel, Turkey, Greece, Italy, the Côte d’Azur, and Spain. Shalel's unique underground space is a relaxed, candlelit setting where highlights include Shalel’s namesake waterfall, indoor plants, fresh cut flowers, and an “alimentari” market of various Mediterranean products. Walk down the rose petal covered stairs to this underground restaurant.
Dining areas
Additional information
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Bar
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am
Dinner
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:30 pm–9:45 pm
Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–10:45 pm
Just east of the corner of Columbus Ave & W. 70th Street.
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Bus Station Columbus Ave & W 69th (M11 - M7) and Central Pk West & W 70th (M10 - M72) Subway Central Pk West & 72 St. (A/C/E), Subway 72 St. and Broadway (1/2/3)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
Menu
Shalel's menu was last updated on 11/7/2024.
Cold Mezze
Mediterranean Olives$10.00
marinated with fennel, coriander, orange peel, stirato baguette
hen-of-the-woods and porcini mushrooms, fresh parmagiano
Risotto with Patagonian Shrimp*$28.00
leeks, fava beans, touch of butter
What 290 people are saying
Shalel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
4.5Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value
Noise • Moderate
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shalel offers a unique underground dining experience with a "romantic, private, and cozy" ambiance. Guests rave about the "wonderful service" and "absolutely delicious food," featuring a diverse Mediterranean menu. With "creative cocktails" and "conversation-friendly" noise levels, it's perfect for date nights or special occasions. A "hidden gem" of New York City!
290 Reviews
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Ariane
Mississippi3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always love going to Shalel. Great food and wine options, service is always good, and the vibes/ambiance are super special. Good place to take people from out of town for a unique dinner.
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Hans
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
The subterranean adventure of Shalel was perhaps an odd choice for the end of a beautiful sunny afternoon but it did not disappoint. We had the lamb on the bone tagine and chicken a la fez tagine entrees which were both good but the standouts were the jamon serrano croquetas and the gambas al ajillo.
There also has to be a special mention of the Lan Crianza, Tempranillo 2020. I have just ordered a couple bottles to enjoy at home.
Ambiance was perfect. A not loud and very private table for two, a rarity in New York City.
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Riley
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Wonderful ambiance, wonderful service, food, and drinks. Had the frozen banana cocktail-so summery! The starters were fantastic-dips, cauliflower, and beet salad. Our main dishes were excellent!
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Jai
New Orleans9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This restaurant is definitely a hidden gem in the UWS. We were placed in a quiet private room with cute curtains and Mediterranean vibes. Our server was amazing! Very on top of everything but not overbearing. The food was great! Great use of authentic spices and the dishes were authentic. Very fun dinner experience and will definitely be coming back!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 4
Delicious interesting menu.
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Jeri
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Impeccable food and impeccable service! 10/10 would recommend
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Fred VIP
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
Overall 3
Food 2
Service 3
Ambience 4
Charming and very unique, but the food is disappointing
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James
New York City1 review
2.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
Overall 2
Food 3
Service 1
Ambience 5
Appetizer was small for the price. Cocktails didn’t come until we finished our meal. Still hungry at the end but didn’t want to order more food and wait forever for round two of cocktails.
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Mel VIP
New York City67 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 3
Entering this restaurant takes a leap of faith, or at least courage. It is at the bottom of a narrow external metal staircase to the basement of a lowrise apartment building on a quiet side street. Then walk past the puddles about 20 feet to get to the front door. Once inside, the place is, uh, funky -- a series of small rooms, universally dark, with small tables and benches with cushions. Oriental carpets covered the floor in the small chamber we were in. Seating the sofa-like benches was a bit low for us. The table itself was perhaps 18" deep.
Thankfully, the food is excellent. It made the entry adventure worth it, for sure.
We shared an appetizer -- SPANAKOPITES ($18), more than enough for two-- "feta, mozzarella, myzithra, spinach, onions, wrapped in phyllo dough."
We ordered two chicken entrees -- CHICKEN BASTEEYA ($35) "saffron, ginger, and cinnamon braised chicken, toasted almonds perfumed with orange blossom water, flaky pastry, topped with cinnamon sugar" and the RAS-EL-HANOUT CHICKEN KEBAB ($35)--"roasted vegetables, basmati pilaf, tzatziki, warm pita.
The mix of spices of every dish was perfect--delicate, flavorful, surprising -- but not "hot".
We'll probably come back here for the food.
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Jordan VIP
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Beautiful quiet underground experience. We sat near a mini waterfall which was beautiful. Food was second to none and so were the cocktails.
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FAQs
Shalel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 873-2300.
Shalel is rated 4.5 stars by 290 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Just east of the corner of Columbus Ave & W. 70th Street.
Neighborhood
Lincoln Square
Hours of operation
Bar
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am
Dinner
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:30 pm–9:45 pm
Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–10:45 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Bus Station Columbus Ave & W 69th (M11 - M7) and Central Pk West & W 70th (M10 - M72) Subway Central Pk West & 72 St. (A/C/E), Subway 72 St. and Broadway (1/2/3)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine