Authentic Middle Eastern shawarma, great flavor, convenient location. Some find portions pricey.
This Middle Eastern spot offers a solid shawarma experience, often praised for its authenticity, with one reviewer noting it tastes just like shawarma from the Arab world. While generally well-regarded for its flavor and convenient location, some diners find the portions to be on the smaller side for the price.
The shawarma here is a highlight, frequently praised for its authentic taste that rivals that found in the Arab world. While the shawarma wrap is considered a good size, other dishes have been described as having 'laughable' portions for the price by some. Koshari is also mentioned as being on the menu, though not personally tried by all reviewers.
"The shawarma is consistently highlighted as a must-try, praised for its authentic taste and good size by many."
Customers generally find the shawarma to be authentic and delicious, though there are mixed opinions on portion size and value for money, with some considering it expensive.
Important Note
There are conflicting reports regarding portion sizes and value for money, with some finding them expensive and 'laughable'. There is also mention that a Clinton Street location may be permanently closed.
"Lava Shawarma is listed as a frequently visited restaurant."
Positive"Lava is suggested as a place that might satisfy the craving for döner."
Neutral"This commenter recommended Lava, stating it's a great place with an awesome menu and multiple locations, specifically mentioning the Flatiron location."
Positive"This user confirmed the sad news that the Clinton Street location of Lava Shawarma is permanently closed."
Negative"This user clarified that the Flatiron location of Lava Shawarma is good and offers good value, and believes the Clinton Street location may be permanently closed."
Positive"This user expressed obsession with the Clinton Street location of Lava Shawarma, noting other locations weren't as good."
Positive"Lava Shawarma was recommended as a good value for money option."
Neutral"The user was recommended Lava Shawarma for Middle Eastern (Levantine cuisine)."
Positive"This restaurant was listed as one of the commenter's "goto casual places," specializing in shawarma, in response to the original poster's request for casual eats."
Positive"Lava Shawarma seems to have koshari on its menu, but the commenter has not personally tried it yet."
Neutral"Despite its price, Lava Shawarma tastes exactly like shawarma in the Arab world, validating its authenticity."
Positive"The shawarma wrap at Lava Shawarma is considered a good size for its style, contrasting a negative comment about portions."
Neutral"Lava Shawarma is considered expensive for its laughable portions."
Negative"Lava Shawarma is considered garbage; halal carts offer better value and taste for half the price."
Negative"Lava Shawarma is described as pretty solid and is conveniently located right by Madison Square Park."
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