About - Mombar
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Amenities and More
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
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A true New York, and even moreso Queens, experience! A hole in the wall family restaurant that offers daily fresh custom menus. When I went he offered us Lamb and Beef shanks that melted off the bone, perfectly cooked veggies, rice, cous, naan/hummus. So full, so happy! The owner is the nicest man who clearly loves what he does (chef/artist). The restaurant is filled with his art projects and the atmosphere makes you feel at home. He does an incredible job showcasing Egyptian hospitality. Inside you'll even see a few NYT articles and retired MOMA pieces that reference his space. Reminder - it's a one man show, so although everything was perfect. Be patient, also. Cash only
I almost didn’t want to write about this place because I want it to stay a hidden gem, but Moustafa and his fantastically decorated restaurant deserve praise. The unassuming kitsch storefront is covered with newspaper clippings raving about the food. When you step inside into the spacious but cozy and flamboyantly-decorated, you are greeted by the wonderful host/chef/server/ Moustafa. The warm aroma of slow cooked meat and fragrant fried garlic immediately transport you to the memories of home cooked meals, family dinners and lazy Sundays. The food is made and served with care and craftsmanship. 100/10 across the board.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mombar is not a restaurant — it’s an experience. I ordered the eggplant appetizer, the cauliflower appetizer, and the lamb, and every single bite was unreal. The flavors were deep, bold, and somehow perfectly balanced. Hands down, this was some of the best food I’ve ever eaten in my life. The magic of this place is the chef. He doesn’t give you a big menu — he cooks what he wants that day, then tells you what your options are. You trust him, and you are rewarded. I’ve traveled to many countries and eaten all kinds of food, and this meal still stands above everything else I’ve ever had. This man is a culinary genius. Honestly… do me a favor and don’t go. Leave this spot for the people who know. But if you *do* go, bring cash (cash only), get there early, and don’t hesitate — because if he runs out food, he’s done for the day. Now stop reading and go. 😇