Yemenat NYC: Brooklyn’s Most Heartwarming Michelin-Listed Yemeni Spot

✨From War-Torn Memories to Brooklyn Tables

When Ala Al-Samawi fled Sana’a in 2015, he wasn’t planning to build a restaurant. He arrived in New York with memories, family recipes, and the need to rebuild.

In Bay Ridge — a hub for Yemeni and Middle Eastern culture — Ala met two fellow Yemeni exiles. Together, they created Yemenat NYC, a space shaped by resilience and the flavors of home.

📊 FAST FACTS — Yemenat NYC At A Glance

Element	Detail
Cuisine	Yemeni, Middle Eastern
Location	7721 5th Avenue, Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY
Hours	Daily, 1 PM – 10:30 PM
Signature Dish	Lamb Haneeth with Hadrami rice
Phone	(718) 491-5600
Website	yemenat.rest
Instagram	@yemenat_

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🤝Plates That Bring People Together

Every dish at Yemenat carries a sense of home. The menu blends Yemen’s regional flavors into comforting, generous plates that encourage sharing.

🍽 SIGNATURE DISHES — Yemenat NYC

Dish	Description
Lamb Haneeth	Slow-baked lamb shoulder over golden Hadrami rice — tender, aromatic, meant for sharing.
Shafoot	Lahoh bread soaked in herbed yogurt — tangy, airy, refreshing.
Rashoosh	Layered flatbread brushed with clarified butter and nigella seeds — perfect for scooping and sharing.
Muva Fish	Roasted fish with chili paste in the Red Sea style — bold, coastal, deeply flavorful.

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⭐Proof in the Praise

In 2024, Yemenat was selected by Pete Wells in his final review at The New York Times. One of their recent accolades include a stunning addition to the Michelin Guide, marking a major milestone for the Bay Ridge restaurant.

Local reviews echo the same sentiment — warm service, generous plates, and authentic flavors that feel true to home.

❤️More Than a Meal — It’s a Connection

For Brooklyn’s Yemeni community, Yemenat is more than a restaurant.

You hear lively conversation. You smell spiced lamb from the kitchen. Families take their time. Friends gather. Newcomers quickly become regulars.

It’s a space built on memory, culture, and community — a place where everyone feels welcome.

🌍Global Flavors, Local Roots

In a city known for constant change, Yemenat NYC stands out by staying true to tradition.

The restaurant brings Yemen’s culinary heritage to Brooklyn with generosity, depth, and heart.

➡️Your Next Stop Awaits

If you’re searching for a meal that carries history and heart, Yemenat NYC is worth the trip. Bring a friend. Come hungry. Leave with stories.

📍 7721 5th Avenue, Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY 11209

🕒 Daily: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM

📞 (718) 491-5600

🌐 yemenat.rest

📱 Instagram: @yemenat_

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