Buba Bureka

Super delicious burekas! I had the cheese and potato ones — soft, flaky dough and fresh filling. Friendly staff, but be ready for a line. Best to come early — they sell out fast!

Tried the cheese Bureka. Was made fresh. You get a box with some side sauces (tahini, tomato, chug spicy) pickles olives and eggs. Full meal for 16$. Really delicious. Glad I found this place.

Loved having an authentic bureka experience ! We tried all the flavors. Cheese flavor was very classic slightly tart, spinach also very good, potato and onion was really complex flavor wise and so comforting! The corn flavor was super unique and at the same nostalgic of תירס חם Perfect condiments to go with The pickles are out of this world!

Had a family brunch at Buba Bureka and it was exactly what we needed—great atmosphere, friendly staff, and amazing food. We shared a bunch of burekas and the spinach artichoke one totally stole the show: crispy, flavorful, and just the right amount of filling. Loved that it was easy to share everything and feel like we were having a real meal together.

The most delicious and comforting burekas. The bureka is flaky, with just the right amount of filling. We loved the classic cheese. They also offer potato, spinach and corn. Elevating the experience are the fresh accompaniments: tahini, shredded tomatoes, amazing olives, hard-boiled eggs, and pickles. The staff is warm, and friendly. I highly recommend Buba Bureka. I'm definitely going back again!

Went around 10am on a Sunday and there wasn’t a line. Got the potato and cheese burkeas. The potato was fantastic, very flavorful and worth going back for. The cheese was ok. The sauces and sides that come with them are delicious. Great for sharing and they cut them up for you (they are very big).

We tried the various Burekas with the different filling and they all were amazingly tasty, fresh, with a crunchy crust and delicious fillings. The service was friendly, warm and efficient. Already one of my favorite places in the city and a definite must return for more.

We ordered the corn bureka and the spinach and artichoke bureka. The burekas were extremely flakey and pretty yummy. The corn had a nice bit of sweetness, but the spinach and artichoke was a little too salty for my taste. The staff were friendly and the owner even checked in on us. The service was a little underwhelming. My name was called multiple times before the order was ready. First time to confirm the order and then again shortly after to repeat the order to those manning the oven. Finally on the third time the order was ready. Unfortunately they had flipped the burekas and the labels on the boxes. For almost $20 per bureka, I expected a little more.

A very good burekas ! We got the cheese burekas and enjoyed them very bite of it . It was crispy and rich and came with all the right sides (tahini , schug, olives etc) Really reminded us home ! Very recommended

Huge fan of Breads Bakery's potato bureka, so when I heard that the Breads Bakery owner was a part owner here, I knew I needed to come check it out! I'm a huge fan of burekas and this one did not disappoint! I got the potato, and filling came out warm and the dough perfectly flaky! I also like how they provide 3 different sauces to eat alongside your bureka, and some pickles, olives, and hard boiled egg. It's definitely a great breakfast for one, or two!

I haven't tried a lot of popular Israeli food so this was my first time having a boureka. The service was great. Very quick and efficient given the demand. We ordered the spinach artichoke boureka and I ate every little bite. Perfectly cooked with the right temp and crispiness when served. The tomato crush and tahini sauces were delicious and a nice contrast. The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is because of the lack of seating. There is no seating inside and just 2 tables outside where you have to stand and eat. I'm sure it's part of the allure (they usually sell out before noon) and experience but it wasn't comfortable to stand and eat.

First off, the burekas are 5 stars. I'll get to my issues in a minute. I love all the varieties of products across the borek belt - from Tunisian briq (which I'll be eating in sunny Sidi Bou Said in a few weeks) to the gül böreği that I pick up from Simit Sarayı as soon as I land at IST, I love all things borek. The Levantine boureka is expertly executed here - with a dab of tahini, it is honestly ethereal. My gripe? They need to limit the number of bourekas per order given the amount of hype here, or prioritize small orders like Apollo Bagels does to manage their line. I was stuck behind a very inconsiderate customer (you know who you are Natalie) who ordered 10 borek plates at a busy time of the morning breakfast rush. They're still selling out early, so these types of orders should be limited in some way by the store.

Saw a bunch of people walking down Bleecker with the boxes, so I stopped in and grabbed my own box. Great-tasting, filling, nutritiously dense breakfast item at a reasonable price ($18.50 after tax).

We are on another fun eating trip through NYC & had to try Buba. I make burekas all the time so was curious to compare. I ordered a cheese bureka and received a box loaded with a very large bureka, & side goodies like pickles, olives, tahini, & a tomato sauce. The bureka was loaded with cheese, wrapped in layers of phyllo, & topped with sesame seeds. It was very tasty & a good quick meal to eat on the go. Although it was great, the $16 cost seemed a bit high. However the place was packed with customers so price is not an objection, lol.

Very expensive. Each bureka is $16 and service is pretty slow as wells It feels like they're trying a pop up type of business model but I'm not sure it's working. The burekas are fine, you can find similar/better ones from other places in the city.

Buba Bureka is brought to you by Chef Siman-Tov )aka, BenGingi, from Breads Bakery), which is a breakfast-lunch takeout counter that had just opened up (currently in its soft opening stage) in Greenwich Village. All burekas are served with pickles, crushed tomatoes, and a jammy egg (my favorite!). We tried: +the potato bureka +the spinach artichoke bureka +and, the sweet corn bureka You can also add olives and/or crunch veggies with tahini as a side. Even though there was a line, the staff were pretty efficient and kept the line moving; they were friendly, too! A nice little snack to have. +burekas +friendly service

The hype is right . Obviously fantastic classic cheese burekas but You got to try the spinach/artichoke one , combination is excellent. The tray with the extras is phenomenal , specifically the Schug and the Tehini - all fresh made . Weather is great , go grab and eat at Washington sq Park . Highly recommended!!!! Definitely a Destination!!!!

Stopped in after seeing the hype online.. never had a Bureka but the flakey crust and accompinients looked too good to pass up! I was expecting a long line as I saw that they often close early and sell out but to my surprise, early in a Saturday morning, myself and two other people were the first customers after 8am. The small location is accessible from w 4th street and Washington square subway, with room for a few people to stand inside and order.. there is not any seating, they just have two high tops outside for standing. I decided to go with potato and took a walk to Washington square park to enjoy. The Bureka was flakey, hot, somewhat crispy, with oozey potato filling. They serve with a hard boiled egg which is cooked to perfection in my opinion, with olives, pickles, and a tomato like paste and tahini I believe. The Bureka was pretty good and flavorful.. although some pieces had a strong taste- maybe a bit burnt on the bottom. I would definitely recommend checking out, it was a great first experience for me.

I'd call this a one and done. Went at 1:30 on a Thursday and there was no line. Ordered the Corn Bureka. It was fine and I'm glad to have tried it, but the corn didn't have much flavor. I did enjoy the green sauce and the portion size is big (I'd say this is a full meal rather than a snack). Overall, with all the foods available in NYC there are a bunch of other things I'd rather eat and wouldn't suggest waiting in line to try these.

There was a big crowd but the line went fast and the service was friendly. I got the spinach artichoke bureka which was delish. I wish they had more outside seating but there are park benches close by.

Worth the hype and then some! I've had many borekas in my life and I think these are honestly the best I've ever had! Loved the side of pickles and Syrian olives so much too really made me feel close to home!

A friend told me I had to try this place while in NYC and she was absolutely right -- it was amazing! I had never had a bureka before, though I was familiar with the general idea from Greek cooking. This was truly exceptional and delicious. Flaky pastry, just the right amount of filling (I had the spinach & artichoke, and next time I want to try the cheese), the sauces were a perfect accompaniment, and the pickles, olives, and hard boiled egg rounded out the meal. For $16 in NY, it was a steal. In fact, one order could make a light lunch for two... though I must confess, I devoured the whole thing pretty quickly, lol (see photo)... It was a really special and satisfying experience... and I'm a professional private chef, so I can be, shall we say, a little particular about my food. This place scored high all around. Oh, and the staff are genuinely friendly and welcoming. Don't miss it!

Solid borek but not loving the appropriation of a Turkish dish. Wish the restaurant was owned by a Turkish owner. I'd probably prefer to go to an actual Turkish restaurant in the future when I'm craving borek.

Went on Sunday around 12 pm they was out of burkas , the one we got was the spinach it was ok I'll give it 5 out of ten. It was not worth $17.0 dollars. No place To seat it's all take out.

I shared an iG video with a coworker (who also enjoys foodie options) and he went there on a day after work and discovered they close around 12pm. He made a second attempt yesterday, called me and read off the choices. I selected the spinach and artichoke Burrek and he chose cheese. I didn't have the chance to eat mine fresh, as he delivered it to me some time later and I was preoccupied with work. I reheated half of the burek and ate half a perfectly done egg. I found the spinach and artichoke burek with the 3 accompanying sauces absolutely delicious. Even later, reheated the other half and just delighted at the flavors. My coworker did not find that his choice (cheese) was anything special and also stated he thought the price was a bit high and the egg, pickle and olives were unnecessary.

Amazing food amazing vibe in one of my favorite locations in New York City. Very cheap for the quality and taste. I think this is likely one of the only places in NYC that focuses solely on the bureka. The owners were serving burekas themselves, flanked by friendly and helpful staff. Love the uniforms too. I'll be coming back at least once a week. Also the coffee is delicious.

11/10 stars!!!! WOW TOO GOOD! I especially loved the corn one! all where fantastic!! The eggs, pickles ,olives, and sauces where also perfect

Well worth the stop! Absolutely delicious! Perfect buttery flaky crust! Reminds me of my Israeli breakfast

Best Bureka I've ever had outside of Tel Aviv!!! 10/10. Eggs were also magnificent. Worth all the Pennies

Incredible food and service. Would highly recommend stopping by for brunch and/or lunch. Definitely make sure to get the side of veggies to dip into the tahini and zhug.

Amazing experience at Buba!! We got all four flavors and loved them all. The dough is so flaky and fresh. The fillings are simple and delicious and the sides are 10/10. I live on the west coast and dream of this opening in LA!! The staff are so friendly-- get there early because they sell out quick. Worth the wait in line though!!

I was visiting family in NYC, and we found this adorable place, super friendly, and easy going staff. I wish Boston had a place like this! the perfect breakfast combo - flaky bureka with delicious fillings. I loved the spinach and artichoke one. my boys liked the potato filling. the olives, pickles and extras are the ideal addition. Get there early, because they run out!

Revolting. Don't Walk--Run Away from This Place. This was hands down one of the most vile food experiences I've ever had. The burekas were a disgrace--oily on the outside, raw and cold on the inside, like they were microwaved straight from a 7-month-old freezer stash. I wouldn't feed this to a stray dog. The shop itself? Filthy. Tables sticky, crumbs everywhere, and a smell that made me question every life choice that led me there. The staff acted like they hated being alive, and somehow hated the customers even more. I got eye-rolls for asking a basic question and my order was wrong on top of everything. I genuinely don't understand how this place has customers unless they're all lost, drunk, or have completely given up on having taste buds. If this was my first experience with burekas, I'd assume they were invented as a punishment.

Worth a special trip. I am trying to reroute everything so I pass by Bleeker Street and can get a bureka! Buba Burkeas are delicious - love the spinach and potato especially. Last weekend I ordered some for a brunch - the order was ready for pick up on time and my guests at home loved every last bite. (Of course I had to order an extra one so I could eat it on the way home.) Love the extras it comes with - great meal. And super friendly, fun staff. Yum, yum, yum.

What a delight! The bureka was light and flakey with fresh flavors - the perfect bite. New food addiction unlocked

Nutritious, delicious and affordable. What more can you ask for? All of the flavors are special in their own way, though the cheese is my current favorite. It's a fun vibe too, in a lively neighborhood!

I do not know what the Hype is , the burekas were good, they were out of the spinach one before 11 am. I had the sweet corn , which was good but I would not go back to the west village for it . The place is small but to run out and have to close at noon is weird to me , and I wonder if this is a marketing tool. If you are paying rent you should be open for a longer period of time , and producing enought to meet the demand

This place is incredible and fully lives up to the hype. The owners are so lovely!!!! Will be back a ton!!!

such good food and the people who work there are so nice! can't wait to go back. they were closing and threw in extra things since my husband told them I was pregnant and would be upset if he came back empty handed. top of my pregnancy craving list! shout out to Fritz!

had such a great brunch with my friends this morning, service was really friendly and there was such a good vibe outside! will definitely be back soon