Little Armenia Cafe

Cannot recommend this place enough! The chef Ararat was so kind and friendly, he explained every dish in elaborate detail and even walked us through the process of preparing each dish. The menu changes daily and he picks the freshest ingredients from the market. The food tasted just like comfort food. Chef Ararat’s passion for nyc, cooking, and fresh ingredients was evident. It was truly one of the coolest dining experiences I’ve had in nyc!

What can I say, this was a rich and unique experience. Had the place practically to ourselves on a rainy evening and the owner, Ararat (forgive me if I spelled incorrectly!!) treated us to a specially cooked meal and healthy pourings of wine matched to almost every dish. Everything was amazing. The beets with goat cheese and lemon and mint and salt and pepper… sweet Jesus. Braised meat and soups and lamb/sirloin sliders get out of here. The deserts were phenomenal and catered to any palette. We chatted history and travel and food and wine over an incredible meal that warms you to your core. Good people are still out there. If you want a genuine, home cooked, memorable dinner, come here!!

Wow. An absolutely INCREDIBLE NIGHT!! Full of food and good chats with the owner. Owner was extremely knowledgeable on all things Armenia and Armenian food. Very charismatic, approachable, and friendly. His dishes were all outstanding but my favorite was the lamb/sirloin sliders. So so so so so delicious. Everyone needs to come to this restaurant ASAP!!!!! 1000/10 best dining experience I’ve had in years

When I first walked into this place I knew I had “been here before”…it was my birthday and the Wizard behind this gem-Ararat not only whisked the menus away, but curated a special birthday menu for me! We were so touched, the last to leave, as we enjoyed a mouth watering 7 course dining experience paired with high-end Armenian wines at a fraction of the price. It’s is a Vortex where old & new friends meet again, to check-in with stories and giggles and promise to see each other again soon. So much so we now make each occasion a special one and request our favorite table to feel at home again. The chef’s creative menu with flavors that burst in your mouth, farm to table, in season and authentic from his grandma’s generational recipes that you feel her there and know it’s a special gift pass

One of the best experiences we’ve had in New York! Let’s start with the food — it was absolutely amazing and delicious. But the real highlight of this place is its owner, Ararat. He was incredibly welcoming, funny, and kind to our group. He also shared the story behind his restaurant, which made the whole experience even more special. Highly recommend this place — not just for the food, but for the warm hospitality.