Mombar

The setting is very antique as if he brought the whole egypt with him, very unique. Food’s good feels like a touch of home. The only thing is that there’s only one old person working here. He does everything from serving to cooking. He even does the dishes himself so you have to wait quite a bit but it’s totally worth it. It’s like the saying “A patient man will eat ripe fruit.”

This is an absolute hidden gem of Astoria, Queens, and is as authentic as it gets. Mustafa is the owner, chef, and menu curator. He is also the artist who designed the inside and the outside of the restaurant with a vividly colorful and diverse art collection. He is not only an artist, his dishes are art and it’s evident that this is his passion. The outside of the restaurant is decorated with tile and protection of the evil eye, and the inside is like walking into an artists living room. He will greet and seat you warmly as if you were visiting your dearest and most hospitable uncle. If you ask for a menu he will say, “I am the menu” with a giant grin. He goes to the market everyday to carefully curate his daily offering. I’ve been fortunate enough to have experienced Mombar 3 times. The first time I had a shared sampler of everything and couldn’t believe how flavorful and tender the meats were. The spices are out of this world. The second time I had tagine, and the third I had lamb shank. I recall a really good beet and legume salad. If you like Egyptian food, art, hospitality, and a vibrant dining experience, Mombar will exceed your expectations.

Amazing. Such a nice guy. Tastes homemade and just wow. What an experience. Expect to spend a few hours here cause there’s only one person who works there. He cleans, cooks, takes orders, washes dishes, everything.

You know hidden gems of New York City ? This is one of those hidden gems ! Where 99% people doesn’t know about it The best traditional Egyptian food ever I had. It was amazing. They located in famous Astoria near all these hookah places. But nobody couldn’t recognize that hidden gems it’s been located there for 21 years. The food is amazing. We ordered lot of authentic food . Amazing amazing and amazing. Try them. The most beautiful part of this restaurant the chef work by himself, he’s the server dishwasher and chef himself. The place look amazing. It’s gonna give you the home vibes where you can find books and other stuff to spend quality time with your family.

Absolutely fantastic experience. The owner Mustafa served delicious authentic Egyptian cuisine. The place is gorgeous with many pieces of art work made by the owner.

Can't say enough about this place. Incredible experience, amazing food, super friendly guy, art everywhere, tapestries between each table, menu changes everyday. I will be returning as often as I can

It’s hard to believe this is a restaurant ! The exterior is a work of art done by the owner ; simply beautiful. The interior is filled with tapestries and artwork as well. The feeling transports you from the stress of the city and makes you feel like the invited guest in an artist’s home. The food is cooked fresh and absolutely delicious. There were no paper menus; the owner comes over to tell you what he has available that day. The lamb shank was tender and fell off the bone. Everything we tried was delicious, fresh and took the winter cold out of our bones . You will love your meal and May leave inspired to create some art work of your own. Very friendly owner and I would recommend.

I almost hate to write a review of Mombar, as I like to think of it as a hidden secret. The Owner and one-man-show Mustafa makes amazing meals in an establishment he's decorated himself with his own artwork. It truly is an experience, and one I look forward to continuing. Its BYOB, so bring a bottle or two and enjoy! Vegetarian options: Makes the most amazing cauliflower appetizer!

Liver is my favorite appetizer. The rest of food is also good, lap shank with spinach is chef kiss.Food: 5/5

Amazing place the food was crazy flavorful and authentic. No issues with the place or food and the artwork is amazing and all made by the owner. The owner is the only employee and does everything. The place was not too busy and the food took about an hour to come but it was made with love and passion. I would reccomend to anyone as long as they don’t mind waiting. Loved the steak and hummus. Vegetarian options: Had an entire vegetarian menus which had amazing stuff Kid-friendliness: Amazing art for kids and fun work everywhere you look Dietary restrictions: Had vegetarian options and options that wouldn’t be harmful at all to anyone with any restrictions in my opinion