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Motek West Village

Motek West Village is one of the best mediterranean restaurants in New York for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Lower East Side.

Motek has built a reputation as one of downtown New York's more confident rooms for Israeli and Eastern Mediterranean cooking — polished without being precious, and priced at a level that doesn't punish you for ordering the way the menu…

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Rating (Google) 9.8
349 reviews
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9.8
Rating
Based on 349 reviews
Best used for
date night and group dinner
Price and pace
moderate
Neighborhood
Lower East Side · 184 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012, USA
Price
moderate
Google rating
9.8 from 349 reviews
Phone
(212) 933-0016
What to order

Signature dishes at Motek West Village

Classic Hummus

tahini, s'chug

Babaganoush

grilled eggplant, pomegranate, za'atar

Summer Salad

watermelon, pistachio, feta

Arayes Burger

pita, kufta, tahini, harissa aioli

Chicken Shawarma

amba aioli, middle eastern chopped, pickled onion, hummus

Why go

What makes Motek West Village worth the move

Motek West Village is an easy yes in Lower East Side when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Classic Hummus and Babaganoush also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.8 rating across 349 Google reviews.

What to know fast

Public rating
9.8 from 349 Google reviews
Best used for
date night and group dinner
Style
Mediterranean in Lower East Side
Spend
moderate

Best for

Know before you go

Google rating: 9.8 from 349 reviews
Price point: moderate
Popular dishes: Classic Hummus, Babaganoush, Summer Salad
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0 diner reviews · reviewed by Sophie Laurent for Motek West Village

Google snapshot
9.8 from 349 reviews
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Editorial review by Sophie Laurent
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For now, Motek West Village holds a 9.8 rating across 349 Google reviews.

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Quick details

Address
184 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012, USA
Phone
(212) 933-0016
Price
moderate
TastyPals score
Coming soon
Google rating
9.8 (349 reviews)
Neighborhood
Lower East Side

Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does Motek West Village serve?

Motek West Village is a Mediterranean restaurant located in Lower East Side, New York. Motek has built a reputation as one of downtown New York's more confident rooms for Israeli and Eastern Mediterranean cooking — polished without being precious, and priced at a level that doesn't punish you for ordering the way the menu…

What is Motek West Village best for?

Motek West Village is best for lower east side dinner, date night, group dinner, cool, cocktails. Motek West Village is an easy yes in Lower East Side when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Classic Hummus and Babaganoush also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.8 rating across 349 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Motek West Village?

Motek West Village is in the moderate price range (moderate). Google rating: 9.8 from 349 reviews

What should I order at Motek West Village?

Start with Classic Hummus, Babaganoush, Summer Salad and Arayes Burger. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Motek West Village worth visiting?

Motek West Village holds a 9.8 Google rating from 349 reviews. Motek West Village is an easy yes in Lower East Side when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Classic Hummus and Babaganoush also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.8 rating across 349 Google reviews.

Where is Motek West Village located?

Motek West Village is located at 184 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Is Motek West Village good for a date night?

Yes — Motek West Village is tagged for date night dining. Motek West Village is an easy yes in Lower East Side when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Classic Hummus and Babaganoush also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.8 rating across 349 Google reviews.

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