Salma

Nice and cozy ambiance. We came as a party of 4 and took advantage of their byob. It was so nice that we were able to bring in a few bottles of wine!We did the mixed appetizer platter and then 2 of the mixed grill platter. The portions were pretty good. My main complaint is that it felt a bit... repetitive? I was hoping that by ordering the mixed app and platter that we would be getting a variety of flavors, but honestly, the range was really limited. The apps just tasted fried. Meat tasted grilled. It fell a bit flat for me.

Decent Lebanese place! a Lil over-priced but food is good. Tried their shawarma rolls and liked them. Ambiance is good and service is nice.

I hate leaving a low review on a fellow Lebanese restaurant--truly, but my experience was so negative. I made a reservation for 3 and they sat us at a table top for 2. I told the employee "Oh no, sorry we are a party of 3-I made a reservation." She said she didn't have a table available at this time. Directly to the right of us was an empty 4 top. She said that that table is for a reservation that's coming later. I was confused because I too was a reservation and I was there on time, also a two top simply does not fit 3 people. In no world does this make sense. After going back and forth for a bit, we take a seat and squeeze on the two top. I ask the server where our food will go, because our 3 glasses of water, the salt and pepper shaker, and our 3 side plates already crowded our table--she said she will "figure it out." The food gets delivered and the food runner comes to set it down, sees there is no where to put anything, and then leaves. After seeing the two women chatting with each other on the side, the original woman came back and said "Okay fine, we will add a piece of this four top to your table but if our reservation comes, we will have to take it back." WHAT?? That is absolutely absurd. I know it is a small restaurant, but I made a reservation! It was so bizarre. The food was delicious, but this whole experience was extremely off putting, and oddly enough they didn't even seem apologetic. Because of that, I will not be coming back to Salma.

This place was alright to me and I will try another dish next time as I wasn't too happy with the flavor for what I ordered but it was alright. I need to try another mixture of things that compliment each other better to my liking. I shared these two dish with my girlfriend evenly and wasn't too full, just right amount if you don't want to feel too heavy after eating.My girl liked this place more than the previous Lebanese place she ate and I didn't since I compared it to Paris Lebanese I had which was cheaper/delicious/thingsThatCompliementEachOtherBetterKafta kabab platter $26.5Moutabal eggplant $9.5

What a hidden gem!! I am so happy I found and tried this place. The food is delicious and they use quality ingredients! It's also surprisingly reasonable with very generous portions. Their fattoush salad, cheese rolls, and filet mignon platter (so tender) were my favorites! Will definitely be back.

Food: 4/5Ambience: 4/5Service: 4/5Cost: 5/5Will return: Yes, authentic, good value Lebanese food

If you're craving authentic Lebanese food - you have to go to Salma. This cute little restaurant whips up some delicious food. Service is friendly and speedy.The kibbeh were by far some of the best I've had.The mint lemonade was freshly made and so refreshing on a hot NYC day. The kebabs were honestly so good. Ordered the lamb and fillet mignon kebabs to share. You know it's a good meal when you don't even speak, just eat. The garlic sauce that comes with it is to die for. I wish I had a tub of it at home to put on everything. We even had leftovers and those honestly tasted just as good, if not better the following day. I can't wait to go back here and try more menu items!

Dropped by on a Saturday with a friend around 7pm for my birthday. It was fairly packed but we were able to snag an outdoor table - good thing it was a nice day out!I got the kafta kebab platter which came with three gigantic pieces of meet on some pita, a grilled tomato, white sauce (tzatziki?), and a bowl of yellow rice. The kafta kebab was so flavorful and delicious! They definitely give you more than enough, though I wish they gave a bit more rice to eat with it. The sauce is also a must to eat it with!Service was great. Our waitresses checked up on us frequently and were very friendly. Will definitely recommend to anyone looking for a solid Lebanese place!

Delicious Lebanese food in the East Village. The restaurant is small inside and the decor is basic, but the service and food are excellent. The portions are generous (we took food home with us!) and my husband who grew up in the Middle East praised the authentic flavors. Today was our first time, we had a lamb kofta plate and a chicken shawarma plate, I the came with rice, sauces, pita, and chunks of grilled tomato and pepper. We'll be back soon to explore more of the menu and I can't wait!

For people open to new and unexpected flavors, prepare to be impressed with this charming little oasis not too far from Union Square. The fattoush salad was just delectable, as was the pepper spread, but plenty of dishes for meat loving friends as well.