Popular Middle Eastern Restaurant Abruptly Closes On UES

UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — Another Upper East Side storefront is soon to become an empty space as a popular Middle Eastern restaurant abruptly closed down this week.

Lashevet Restaurant, which opened only in early 2022, is now closing its doors for good, according to a message shared by the eatery.

"Dear customers, friends, and neighbors, thank you for your loyalty, trust, and the great journey we shared," the message reads. "We #appreciate every single moment of this time. IT WAS AN HONOR AND PRIVILLIGE TO SERVE YOU AND SHARE OUR LIFE AND LOVE OF FOOD WITH YOU!"

Situated at 1663 First Ave., at the corner of East 87th Street, Lashevet has transformed the compact 640-square-foot space previously occupied by Burger Bistro and the Korean restaurant Mokja.

Serving breakfast and dinner, the restaurant was known for its family-style hospitality and authentic Middle Eastern cuisine.

Owner Boris Lidukhover's vision centered around blending elements from Moroccan, Israeli, and Lebanese cuisines into a cohesive dining experience. Lidukhover also owns Sushi Dojo, an acclaimed sushi restaurant on First Avenue in the East Village.

"Be well, be safe, be happy - we are sure that we will see each other again," reads the post.

As of Tuesday, the restaurant appears completely closed.