Naya Express
“The best way to describe this joint is as a Lebanese version of Chipotle, but seemingly healthier.”
“For protein I had the sujuk which is ground beef seasoned and formed into a log.”
“I generally skip the red and green sauces because I load up on tahini, though the sauces also are good.”
Naya Express
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
7 reviews
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Substantial portion size and very spicy food. Don't get the green sauce or jalapeno (not pickled) unless you want a good sniffle. Beef shawarma itself is not very flavorful but the veggies make up for it. Line moves very very quickly because the staff is very efficient, but most of the space in the restaurant is underutilized yet line goes out the door.
No need to eat dinner probably.
I randomly yelped this place and I told Steph Q that work right opposite me about this place.. She went 4 times!!! Without me!! Lol.. But she loves it so I definitely have to try it out.
We both love to eat and we want a lot of food for the price we paid.. We arrived at 12.30, there was a line but it went fast.. U don't have to wait for more than 10 mins.. It's like chipotle where u tell them u either want the rice, pita, or salad.. U choose a meat and unlimited topping! I got everything besides the topping that u need to pay extra and jalepeno!
They gave u a pita with it but the pita wasn't warm so I don't really like the pita they serve. It tasted like bread I get from the store in a plastic wrap..
They have this garlic whip thing that looks like yogurt to me.. When you mixed everything.. Man I had a food coma after lunch!!!
TIPS: Be sure you have mint after your lunch, you don't want your breath to smell like garlic!
Good, quick service. They keep the line moving during lunch time, which is really important!
Tried the bowl.. It's really nice. Could've done with some additional garlic sauce, but overall, really delicious food..
Portion wise, quite filling.. A bit on the heavier side to my liking for lunch time meal..
Like a Middle Eastern-style Chipotle. This location is located underground underneath an office building but semi-connected to a subway station, so if your google maps looks like it's drunk giving you weird directions, that's why. There are a couple of community-style tables in the restaurant, which seems to cater more to take-out orders, so if you go during rush times it's quite crowded but not impossible to find seating. We were a group of 4 and ate around 12:30-1pm (or so) and we managed to snag a corner of a table together.
The food was really delicious; I had a wrap with the spicy meat, veggies, hummus, sauce, I don't even know exactly what, they kept asking if I wanted things and I kept saying yes. Non-picky-eater-problems. The the end result was fantastic! My little sister got the falafel as she is a vegetarian and she said it was great. My mom didn't love her lamb, but I tried it and I loved the flavor. It definitely doesn't just taste like beef, that's for sure. My older sister loved her meal as well, until she had some digestive issues later. Not sure if the food is what caused it, but maybe just a warning. Don't eat on a sensitive stomach.
If they had these near my work (in New Orleans…) this would definitely be a go-to spot. Really delicious, fresh, a great portion size.
What a delightful lunch option for the downtown crowd! The best way to describe this joint is as a Lebanese version of Chipotle, but seemingly healthier. Fresh and delicious 🙂
One of the best options in the FiDi now, Naya provides a totally different taste sensation compared to Chipotle, Chopt and Schnippers which are in the same basement area. They have various types of meat and they have great seasonings for their pita wraps or rice bowls (you choose.) The rice bowl is not super interesting to me, as the rice is not seasoned beyond the sauces you put on it, but I do enjoy the pita bread, garlic whip, and onions and sumac. The price is right, you are out the door for about $9 for a fairly filling lunch. They have packaged side dishes for sale, but warning: they all cost about $5 apiece for a fairly small box. I don't think they can have a good turnover here at these prices, they should perhaps change their selection and pricing so they can be bundled with the set meals and it would become more interesting for everyone.
There isn't a more perfect time to open Naya Express in FIDI with the whole Chipotle E. Coli situation. Positioned right next door to Chipotle, Naya's line was out the door, while Chipotle had only a few brave souls waiting. The line moves quite fast–10 minutes to checkout for some solid Mediterranean lunch.
Chicken Shawarma Naya Bowl $9.87 – I added lettuce, tomatoes, hummus, jalapeno, spicy red sauce and tahini. The chicken was moist and flavorful. I'm glad I got the jalapenos because the red sauce wasn't spicy. I'd def go with the green sauce and garlic whip next time since most of my friends recommended it.
Your lunch will leave a strong taste in your mouth, so have some mints nearby..
It was my first time here, but I'll definitely be back for Another One.. *DJ Khaled voice*