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Malka
At this kosher restaurant, fish come out of the kitchen on fire, and the klezmer pop is dialed up to 11.
Jaffa
From the team behind Laser Wolf and K’Far, Jaffa is a cocktail and raw bar on a terrace at The Hoxton in Williamsburg.
K'Far
K'Far is an all-day Israeli restaurant at the Hoxton hotel in Williamsburg. Come by for sandwiches and pastries during the day or a full dinner at night.
Miriam
A busy brunch destination on the Upper West Side, this Israeli restaurant is perfect for some midday shakshuka.
Laser Wolf
Laser Wolf is an Israeli grill in Williamsburg serving excellent grilled meats and salatim, and it has spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline.
Shmoné
At this Israeli place in Greenwich Village, the menu is typed out daily in Comic Sans font, and you can eat a whole mackerel served with a big chunk of challah.
Samesa
Samesa is a counter-service restaurant in Rockefeller Center that serves great Middle Eastern food.
Taim Falafel
A falafel sandwich at Taim is the best thing you can get in NYC for less than $10 and also theoretically eat daily without disastrous consequences.
Nur
Nur is a Middle Eastern restaurant in Flatiron where you can eat excellent breads and creative dishes.
HaSalon
HaSalon is a party restaurant in Hell’s Kitchen where you can dance on tables after eating enjoyable but very expensive Israeli food.
Breads Bakery
Breads Bakery in Union Square makes the best chocolate babka in the city, along with some great cookies, crusty French bread, and sandwiches.
Parchment
Parchment is an at-home Israeli takeout project that specializes in excellent breads, dips, and salads.
Balaboosta
Balaboosta is a Middle Eastern spot from the people behind Taim, and it’s a good option for third dates or weeknight group dinners.
Tsion Cafe
Tsion Cafe is a casual, friendly Ethiopian/Israeli restaurant in Harlem, and it’s one of our favorite places for a low-key meal in the neighborhood.
Kubeh
Kubeh is a casual West Village Middle Eastern spot. The soups are the signature dish, but there are great mezze dips, platters, and shakshuka as well.
Reunion Cafe
Reunion is a low-key Israeli cafe in Williamsburg, and it’s great for a casual breakfast or brunch when you don’t want to deal with a long wait.
