Ayhan's Adds an Ethnic Flair to Plainview Dining

If you are craving a traditional Mediterranean meal in an upscale, charming environment, look no more.

, located in the Plainview Shopping Centre, serves up quality cuisine that is reasonably priced, whether you are planning to dine out with a date or with the entire family.

Owner Ayhan Hassan has built a rapidly growing enterprise across Long Island over the past decade, making Greek and Mediterranean cuisine much more available as opposed to having to travel to the areas in the city.

"Our patrons from Plainview are very loyal and seem pretty happy with our restaurant," said Assistant Manager Marie Georges, who has worked at the restaurant for three years now. "We also have clients that come from eastern Long Island and from Queens, especially for our brunch special."

Every Sunday, Ayhan's Shish Kebab offers a brunch buffet from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $12.95. The restaurant also offers Happy Hour, seven days per week, from 4 to 7 p.m. where all cocktails are on special for $5 (top shelf, add $3). Ayhan's is also promoting a great Sirloin & Shrimp dinner special daily for $14.95 (served with Greek salad, rice and vegetables).

An extensive menu boasts a variety of Greek and Mediterranean appetizers and entrees, along with more generic meal choices for kids.

Ayhan's signature hummus is undeniably one of the most popular appetizers, blending chick peas, garlic and tahina sauce and served with pita. If you are looking for a hot appetizer, try the crab cakes, felafel balls or grilled octopus.

Entree options at Ayhan's are practically endless. Whether you are looking for a vegetarian dish, chicken platter or market fresh seafood, the menu at Ayhan's has something for every diner.

The energy platter is perfect for those who want to steer clear of meat and still get a full meal. Hummus, tabuleh, felafel with tahina and shepherd salad are served with pita bread for $12.95. The chicken-kebab platter is another tasty choice, marinated in yogurt, char grilled with mushrooms and served with rice ($16.95). For seafood lovers, try the Royal Durado, a delectable white, exotic fish from Israel.

Assorted fresh salads are available in a small or large size, such as the shepherd salad with ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, peppers and feta cheese served with vinaigrette or the Mediterranean health salad which includes lettuce, chopped garden vegetables, gorgonzola cheese, honey roasted pecans and balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Until April 30, all entrees during lunch and dinner are served with a free Greek salad.

If you'd like to book Ayhan's Shish Kebab for a baby shower, Bar Mitzvah, birthday or any other private party, call to speak with a manager anytime: 516-827-5300.