Bustan NYC

Everything about this place is just right! The decor and atmosphere, the service, and the menu, which offers a variety of things to meet a variety of needs. The only thing that took a little effort was finding items on the menu that are nondairy (it seems like lots of things have dairy in them one way or another). My companion and I really enjoyed the appetizers and entrées we ordered (mine was a fish dish made under a dome of bread) and after going to Bustan several times, I can confidently say that it is consistently excellent.

The food was delicious! We got the falafel, pita, hummus, spicy feta, and Moroccan fish. Would definitely come back for the food. Some of ghee most tasty Mediterranean food I. NY. The portions were a bit small. We got the chocolate cake for dessert. I would recommend skipping the desert - didn’t taste homemade.

Highly recommend making a reservation! It was very busy here on a Tuesday night. Firstly, the restaurant and the atmosphere are wonderful. The portions were reasonable. Everything tasted extremely fresh and came out hot. The spicy feta with the house made taboon bread is a must. The menu has so many tasty things, I can’t wait to come back.

Good food with a few vegetarian options. My dish was actually vegan and it was very fresh, good tasting. My two fellow diners had meat and fish and were very happy with their choices. All of us said we would return, I'd just need to discuss options with the waitstaff to modify dishes to be vegetarian, which I'm sure they would do.

If you're looking for an outstanding Mediterranean dining experience in Manhattan, look no further than the best Mediterranean restaurant in the city. From the moment you walk in, the exceptional service sets the tone for an unforgettable meal. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly, ensuring that every need is met promptly and graciously. As for the food, it is nothing short of phenomenal. Each dish bursts with vibrant flavors and is prepared with the utmost care and authenticity. The freshness of the ingredients and the skillful blending of spices create a symphony of tastes that is simply unparalleled. Whether you're a connoisseur of Mediterranean cuisine or new to its delights, this restaurant offers a dining experience that is both exquisite and memorable. I'm not exaggerating when I say that it was the best flavor I've ever had.

My first time trying israeli food, I would say it’s pretty similar to other mediterranean food. We ordered the spicy feta, roasted eggplant, pita bread and the lamb kebab. The pita bread was pretty unique as it was well seasoned & super flavorful. My fav menu was the lamb kebab which was very unique covered with some sort of dough on top.

Insanely good food! We were served at the bar by Nikolai who was super knowledgeable and helpful. The eggplant carpaccio was a highlight of the meal but everything was delicious!!

The atmosphere is an experience by itself. The decor and the vibe were quite enjoyable. The service was good and they were attentive. However, the food left a bit to be desired. The hummus —albeit good—was in a terribly tiny plate and the bread is to be purchased separately. We also had the eggplant dish and the flavor and portion were both lacking. Finally, we had the chicken musakhan and it was average. The prices were fair. Hope this is helpful

great service. wonderful creative food. exceptional deserrts. Danny the maite tre de, was warm and helpful. great night with wonderful friends

Just so delicious. Lovely waiter Molly. Weird outdoor-indoor patio space and too much pop music but the menu made it worth it.

Great restaurant! We had the spicy feta and taboon bread, burrata, cabbage, and the chicken. The spicy feta dip was delicious and not too spicy. The taboon bread was fluffy and delicious. The burrata with the beets was great and I loved the artichoke chips. The cabbage was charred and soft. Loved the combination of all the ingredients. The chicken was delicious and had a nice spice flavor. The Cabernet was a nice wine. Also enjoyed the Syrah as well. Our server Lewis was very knowledgeable and was very nice. Would definitely go back for the food, great service and cool ambiance.

This restaurant has been on my list to try for a while, and finally came here with a friend for dinner. I fell in love with the elegant decor of this place, filled with light, flowers, cool artwork, accents of wood, along with a yellow, red and blue color scheme. There was a beautiful garden back area that was enclosed. The whole space was lovely with plenty of room and there was a warm, comfortable ambiance throughout. My friend and I shared the Greek Salad, Zaatar Fries, Taboon Bread as well as whole Dorade Fish with potatoes and watercress salad. The Greek Salad consisted of cucumber, tomato, red onion, and feta cheese with seasoning and olive oil dressing. This was fresh, crunchy, with a bit of acidity. The Zaatar Fries were perfectly crispy, and sprinkled with flavorful spices. The Taboon Bread was served warm from the oven. It was soft and tasty. Whole Dorade Fish was a sight to behold! Fried to perfection, delightfully tender, flaky, and well seasoned. The roasted potatoes were satisfyingly charred and full of flavor. I'm not a fan of watercress, so didn't care much for the salad. Even though I was quite full, I couldn't resist ordering the Silan (shredded halva) Sundae dessert with milk gelato. This also came with rice crispy brittle, caramel sauce and caramelized pistachios. This was light, creamy, just the right amount of sweetness and oh so delicious! I particularly enjoyed the Halva, which was sesame-y and wonderful. All the ingredients worked well together. Service was excellent. Our waiter was attentive and knew the menu well. We were well taken care of throughout our meal. I would return to try the Moroccan Fish or Kebab Halabi.

I was here in early November with a friend. We had been out for drinks at another place and then decided to find a place for dinner. It worked out as Bustan was able to seat us pretty easily at that particular time. It was my first time there (not my friend's first time) and I enjoyed everything. I had the Little Gem salad (very good) and my friend & I shared some of the Taboon bread with hummus. We later had coffee and shared a slice of chocolate flourless cake. All in all it was a very nice time and I remember the service being good and very attentive (maybe even a little too attentive at times, but I think that's better than not being able to get anyone's attention when you need it). Our table was comfortable. I had a good time and I know I need to come back and try more of their dishes! I

The food was, service and ambiance was simply and wonderfully divine in every way! Everything we ate was delightful!

Our friends just bought an apartment on West 83rd, so we were able to take advantage of this awesome neighborhood. We were asked if Greek food would be OK, and although I recently had Greek food, just being with my friends was enough for me. Well, who knew?! The place is beautiful. The front part is narrow with a bar on one side and tables on the other. We were escorted to a back room which was perfect because we could talk and hear each other. The first part of the menu was basic Greek food, but then it got interesting. Food I had never heard of or had before. I think, between the 6 of us, we pretty much ordered everything on the menu. Our server, Gabriella, was an absolute doll! Even the servers who filled our water glasses and brought our food, were friendly. Everything was served, no mistakes. The hit of the night was the taboon bread. It came out looking like a charred hero roll, and tasted so incredible that you should add it to your last meal on earth. It was hollow. It was perfect. We ordered 3 breads and 4 dips. Spicy feta, tahini, lebneh, and hummus. My mouth is drooling thinking about them. The tahini was the smoothest, richest flavor I've ever had in a tahini before. The spicy feta dip had a perfect texture and spice, and was probably my favorite dip. The 700 degree cabbage was off the rails. I want mcapacious, Hubby ordered the smoked trout. It was SO much better than I thought it would be. For the main part of dinner, the table was filled with Eggplant Carpaccio, Chicken Milenese, Moroccan Fish in a bread dome! This was Greek food like I've never seen before! Please see the pictures for this dish, because there are not proper words to describe how incredible the Moroccan Fish was! When we were leaving, I was the last one out, and I had to pass the narrow area where all the staff was standing there eating their meals. I thanked everyone for their service, I told Gabriella that I thought that bread was the best I ever had in life until I tried all the other food. One of the guys there asked me if I wanted some of the bread they had. He pointed me to a plate with lots of taboon bread. I pretended to grab the whole plate and started to run to my friends at the front of the restaurant. The staff all laughed and I said "Please don't tease me like that, especially when it concerns food." Everybody laughed and all my friends left - wanting more. And more

Food is always good and cool vibe! A bit noisy inside but happening bar scene. Our service was friendly. Sat outside in their heated space, a little chilly but cozy. Highly recommend on the UWS!

Casual slightly upscale atmosphere. Excellent service. We walked in early and was gratuitously seated. Pictures of check attached. Everything was excellent. Definitely get the bread. Cauliflower was a big hit. Mortician fish maybe was the favorite. Guessing from the dishes that came out around us I don't think you can go wrong.

Delicious food with plenty of vegetarian options and their house-made taboon bread is not to be missed. Cute and quirky decor but ambience is a bit low key compared to other restaurants in that neighborhood, which are more lively. Bartender and staff are very friendly but service can be a bit slow. The rude host is likely why the vibe is off in this otherwise great restaurant. The dude with dark hair and glasses literally shooed us away when we were trying to track down our check after a really long wait. He was trying to sell an overpriced bottle of wine to another customer and his visibly annoyed response to us (as if it's our fault)? "I am busy." He could have said "I'll be with you in a few" or "let me find your server" or any other normal civil response one expects from a host at a restaurant. Taking 1star off for the slow service and surly host. Everything else was aces.

Their kebab was seasoned very well. I can't stop thinking about it. We also got the eggplant carpaccio and both the breads that they are famous for. It was a very satisfying dinner and I'd for sure go back.

GRADUATION DINNER REVIEW This is a special review for me. I graduated from medical school recently and was looking for a place to celebrate with my family for dinner after. I have been to Bustan a few times in the past and have always been impressed with the quality of food and how consistently top notch my dinners here have been. I reached out to their events coordinator, Adriana, to help me plan a memorable dinner after my graduation. I cannot begin to express how amazing the whole experience was. Adriana worked with me with a lot of patience, flexibility, and genuine care to make sure everything went smoothly. From being very flexible with me confirming my final party size only a few days in advance, to helping me keep my cake in the restaurant earlier in the day so we could come straight after my ceremony. For the event, I was offered a set family style menu for my party which we customized, and Adriana was kind enough to make these beautiful printouts of the menu for our table. The staff was amazing and all made us feel so welcome, celebrated, and not rushed. My party of 8 was sat indoors and there was plenty of space for us. We ordered a couple of bottles of wine to start and then got all our food. The portions were generous and everything was AMAZING! Highlights for me were definitely their delicious and fluffy taboon bread with the spicy feta and/or hummus, the crispy falafel with tahini and amba, the perfectly roasted and addictive cauliflower, as well as the kebab halabi with nice lamb patties and grilled vegetables baked covered with a taboon bread. Both desserts were also exceptional with my favorite being the flourless chocolate cake that was so decadent, rich, but not too sweet and perfectly paired with toasted coconut ice cream. Everyone in my party was mind-blown by how amazing the dishes were and agreed this may be the best Mediterranean food they have had in NYC. We finished by having them bring out a cake I brought to take some photos and eat a few small pieces (since we were so full by then!) Shoutout to the staff for being so attentive of our table and being on top of replacing our plates/bringing out new dishes. I was very impressed by their ability to help pace our table's dinner at the perfect tempo. Truly an unforgettable day! I have always recommended this place to friends for dates or smaller dinners but now can say that I highly highly recommend this place for anyone hoping to plan a more structured special event with a bigger party and looking for reasonable prices + notch quality of food and service. Thank you again to Adriana, and all the staff at Bustan that made this night so special for me! We are already looking forward to making our return in the near future:)

So we were in the city with the kids for the day and booked a reservation for 8:15. We ended up being free early and they were able to seat us at 6:45 notwithstanding our later reservation for which we were very grateful as we had a train ride back home for later. The ambiance of the place when you walk in is very nice and trendy. We were taken to the back and it seemed we were put in a room that was a bit off with a flower wall and a red awning giving the room a strange light. Part way through our meal the rain let up and they opened the awning creating a very nice open air patio which made much more sense for the awning that was pulled back. The food we had was very good. I will note the taste had a good deal of flavor and spicing. The drinks were great and we never had to wait for service throughout the night. Our appetizers were good though the hummus bowl was a tad small for the order, but very tasty. The Israeli salad was a first for us and the wife and I loved the balance which was acid forward. The kids said they didn't like as much but my wife and I were big fans. For the main dish, the chicken "musukan" was very good. Be careful with the long pepper as it does have a big kick of spice if you're not a spice person. The lamb dish was ok though the lamb kebabs were a bit dense. We ended up having leftovers of the lamb and the salad and I tuned it into an egg dish over a toasted pita the next morning and that was an amazingly balanced plate for those who like that sort of thing. This place was good enough that the kids asked specifically about when we could come back and both my wife and I thought we would love to come back if in the area. Definitely worth the trip if in the area and the staff and service is top notch.

The food was delicious, staff attentive and good fast service and a beautiful atmosphere. And Danny our maitr d was superb. I recommend this restaurant highly.

There a number of good Israeli restaurants in NYC. Laser Wolf is perhaps the best known. Bustan is among the best, and the best value. The chicken mushakan was particularly memorable. And the standard dishes, such as humus, were all as good as anywhere in the City. We will be back

Delicious! Ordered delivery and enjoyed every bite. Can't wait to order again. Recommend the little gem, carrots, trout and feta.

Our flight was delayed 3 hours so we had time for a quick dinner. I've walked past here so many times and I'm so happy to have finally eaten in this hidden gem on the Upper west side. Located in Amsterdam between 83 & 84th this place has some amazing Euro-Mediterranean food. The Tuna Crudo was a tuna carpaccio with fresh thinly sliced raw tuna drizzled with olive oil, citrus - lemon,lime and orange, and topped with pistachios. The tuna melted in your mouth and the combination of citrus and pistachio just popped. The Schnitzel was perfect. My husbands family is from Austria and he said it was as good, if not better than his mothers, grandmothers and aunts. Now that's a compliment! It was served with a side of mashed potatoes that were so fresh and creamy. Service was excellent. The restaurant was busy, we didn't have a reservation and the hostess not only got us a table, but she came back to check on us during our meal. Our waiter was excellent. We mentioned we were heading to the airport and he got our food out quickly. Great last meal of our trip. I can't wait to go back.

I really liked this place. Our party of 4 sat in the "garden" in the back, at a long communal table. There was another party of 4 at the other end, but no one in the middle, between us. Especially great was the Israeli salad, which we ordered to share and then ordered another one. Falafel was freshly made, bright green inside, hot (temperature) and delicious. I agree with @Tushar S. that the hummus (and I guess the other "dips") were too small for even 2 people to share. A somewhat larger portion should be offered. The two hot breads they offer are both great! Get them both. Chicken Musukan (sp?) was really delicious. Two criticisms: (1) I thought the kitchen was heavy handed with salt. The food was well spiced & really delicious. They didn't need to use as much salt as they did. (2) I hated the silverware. All of the pieces were too heavy and too large. And the extra "steak" knives they gave you to, for instance, cut the puffy hot-from-the-oven breads were also too large and heavy and at the same time, inadequate (dull) for the task. That said, I will be back again soon!

3 years in the upper west side and I only tried this place this week . I guess better late than never. I was craving for fried chicken but I know that my bf has been craving for Mediterranean food. I'm so glad I found this place as he and I couldn't have been happier . When I left work , the weather was gorgeous and I was happy to get a 6pm table outside . Unfortunately after having been only seated for 15 minutes , it started to drizzle but they were able to accommodate us inside despite being very busy . We had the spicy feta enjoyed with the two types of bread followed by the roasted cauliflower, trout ( with came with potatoes and parsley - delicious ) and falafel . It's been a while since I've found a good falafel - crispy on the outside , moist and well Seasoned on the inside . We were stuffed and didn't have room for dessert but would love to come back soon to explore the other dishes on the menu . The people who worked there were friendly , helpful , attentive and the overall vibe is fun, cozy and inviting.

Price s much too high and the restaurant is not open all afternoon. I prefer having dinner very early in the winter.

Not joking this is the best place in town!!! The service is top notch! Udi was so kind, professional and warm! The food is soooo delish I can't even describe! Every choice was perfect! The place is warm, clean, viby and such a good energy! Will definitely come back!

Overall: 5/5 had a really nice meal at Bustan Food: 5/5 everything we had was super tasty. The bread is to die for, with the perfect amount of rippability and chewability to make for the perfect pairing with one of Bustan's mezze dips - we had the whipped feta. Also had the octopus which was super tender. Some of the better octopus I've had in the area. For our main we had the chicken musakhan and it was superb, would order again. The tahini salad and super most chicken made the bread even more delectable. Drink: n/a no booze for us that night :) Ambience: 5/5 it's a small narrow restaurant, but the decor is very stylish. Service: 5/5 for how busy it was I was very impressed with the speed and attentiveness of service. Out waitress was really outstanding.

I will keep coming back to this restaurant! It's one of my favorites nearby. Its a great atmosphere and the patio in the back is pleasant in the warmer months. My absolute favorites on the menu are the spicy feta with Za'atar pita, 700° F Cabbage, Cauliflower, and Moroccan Fish and Kebab Halabi. The fish and kebab both come in bread domes which are so cool and unique. The service is great - the manager (I think) who has been there every time we have gone is very friendly and attentive. We came for happy hour once with 4 people and he gave us a table so we didn't have to sit at the bar. I am already planning my next dinner there!

Had a great meal here last night with my wife. Authentic, cozy and sophisticated dishes with rich flavors. Our favorites were all the dips and breads, Moroccan fish, Halabi Kebabs, 700 degree cabbage. The malabi and chocolate cake are also excellent. Definitely come or even order from here.

A really delicious dinner on a very cold night!! My husband and I shared the eggplant carpaccio, fried artichokes, zatar pita, 700 cabbage and a perfectly cooked whole fish. Shared baklava for dessert. Great meal. Lovely service! Will surely return.

Not great. Host was rude. Bartender NOT attentive. Flowers on the bar were dead. I could go on and on. Food was amazing.

The food was delicious! We got the falafel, pita, hummus, spicy feta, and Moroccan fish. Would definitely come back for the food. Some of ghee most tasty Mediterranean food I. NY. The portions were a bit small. We got the chocolate cake for dessert. I would recommend skipping the desert - didn't taste homemade.

The service is impeccable, they started to service us right away and were very courteous. The food was delicious. The ingredients felt super fresh and simple. It was a lovely ambiance with adults enjoying their evening in a quiet, romantic setting.

I have eaten here several times-- I enjoy the food which has many vegetarian options. The maî·tre d however is very snobby and was dismissive to our group of 12. It was very awkward as some people arrived about 10 minutes early and he made no effort to try and make them feel welcome. it was clear that the table that had been reserved was not being "held" for us despite having a reservation. We ultimately sat down about 10-15 minutes late. For a party of 4-6 that might be acceptable, but disappointing that for a party of 12 we were not made to feel welcome. When one walks into the restaurant, the first impression is made by the person who welcomes them. It should be a positive and welcoming experience-- this was certainly not the case. NOTE: After contacting the restaurant, the owner personally called to apologize and was very appropriate and apologetic.

We came here for date night and I don't think my husband could've found a more perfect spot. Ambiance: Gorgeous and elegant. The bar area is also very nice and appealing to sit at. Service: The manager, the waitress, and all staff were so nice and thoughtful. Fairly quick to get to you even though it was busy. Food: EXCELLENT. As a vegetarian, I really enjoyed the number of options on the menu and they all sounded delicious. The Indian Tahini ended up being one of our favorite dips and the falafel was well seasoned and crispy. Must try the Taboon bread, it's fresh and hot and perfectly seasoned. We also got the Israeli salad which definitely did not disappoint. The Malabi dessert was fresh, sweet, and a perfect ending to the entire meal. Overall I'd say this was a great experience and I would definitely come back and bring friends.

I came here with my family and had a reservation, we were seated by the window almost directly adjacent to the host stand which was a little crammed and strange. The light for the table was also off and we had to turn it on but other than that this restaurant was great. We ordered the lamb kofta, hummus, eggplant carpaccio and lots of their both types of bread. The spicy feta was the main stand out but the lamb was also great. The only thing I'd probably skip is the eggplant and their drinks. I'm not sure if it was just us, but the drinks were super watery and tasted like cheap liquor. Based on the food alone though I'd definitely come back.

It was my first time at Bustan. We were greeted warmly at the door and waited only a few minutes for our table as we did have a reservation and we were a little early. It is suggested to always book a reservation as they are deservedly busy. The ambiance was wonderful with a great upscale bar/night club vibe and warm orange colors, lighting, floral decorations and large beautiful glass printed photos on the walls of the enclosed porch. The food quality was superb and all dishes were delicious and well executed. The service was attentive and warm. Will definitely visit again soon.

I went to Bustan last night and everything was just delicious. Not only that but the decor was totally stylish and fun. We had the eggplant carpaccio, falafel and hummus for appetizers. The carpaccio was so tasty, I could taste the blend of all of its ingredients. The hummus and falafel were also very fresh and delicious. For the entree I had the chicken musakhan and I don't think I had a dish like that before. It was chicken, greens, and tahini in a bread bowl and it totally worked. Everything seemed to pop. I've been to several other Mediterranean restaurants in the city and Bustan is a cut above in the food and the vibe.

I was delightfully surprised at how. much I enjoyed this restaurant. Went with a friend who, like me, loves Meditteranean cooking. Having traveled to different countries in Mediterranean, I learned it's more about the "farm to table" concept in preparation. You can appreciate the natural flavors of the ingredients when they come together. Well, Lo and Behold, the food at Bustan was delicious. Simply delicious. We had hummus and the portion was small and we wanted more. But instead of ordering a second, we went with Israeli Salad and then the branzino in a dish called Moroccan Fish. Yum yum. Their bread, the taboon bread, was delicious. We each couldn't get enough of the sauce in the Moroccan fish dish. Service was fantastic. Our waiter, Leonardo, knew the menu and was helpful. We weren't planning on getting desserts but then with his prodding, we got the Malabi and the halvah with ice cream. Both were so satisfying. I would definitely go back. Ambiance was lovely... very easy on the eyes. Oh I need to mention my cocktail, the spicy smoky margarita with an adjustment to go easy on the sugar was made to perfection. You won't be disappointed.

If I could rate this even higher then 5 stars, I would. If you are looking for something different to try, look no further and just walk into Bustan. Before I explain the food - - I would like to caveat that I brought my friend here who is from Lebanon. So she is VERY picky with any kind of Mediterranean food and she RAVED about her experience here. The ambience is amazing. You walk in and all the employees are very welcoming. Warm vibes and a cozy / funky vibe at the same time. Now for the food. Everything was better then the last. First of all, the pita is incredibly fresh and so delicious. I'm not typically a bread before dinner person, but I would actually order the pita to go. Dipped this in the crazy feta (a typical fan favorite of mine) and the eggplant carpaccio. There was nothing left to the eggplant plate, it was that incredible. It was chopped into such fine pieces so it made it easy to end up being a great topping to the pita. Next was the octopus which was cooked to perfection. Very tender and the flavors were delicious. For the main course, we did the vegetable couscous which was good, but not something I would order again. We more wanted the vegetables, so it fit for what we were looking for but wouldn't recommend using this as your main course. The Moroccan fish on the other hand...just WOW. Such a different and incredible dish! I o the point where we looked around at the bar and there were 3 people sitting next to us, all having the fish dish. If that doesn't speak for itself, I don't know what does! It is baked with a bread dome over it that you need to cut open to get to the fish. Such a unique concept which I think adds an extra interesting concept to the meal. Prices were good. Ambience was a great NYC vibe (somewhat unique to UWS). Food was out of this world. Book a reservation here ASAP!

The food was amazing. We fully enjoyed every dish and I'm so happy we found this place. I can't wait to bring my friends here so I can try out more of the menu. Highly recommend coming here.

The place is cute, has a nice ambience, lively but not very loud. It's perfect to have a dinner for 2 or a big group if needed. The service is attentive, friendly and polite but a little bit slow (nothing that will detract from the nice experience, just come with time to enjoy and relax) I ordered a variety of menu items and all were delicious and the presentation is very nice but when you see the prices just now the portion sizes are very small and are meant to be shared so you'll have to order a lot if you're hungry and want a substantial meal. You definitely don't want to sleep on the pita and taboon bread (thank me later!).

We met 2 other couples, college friends from way back. Ibadan drink at the bar, and Lindsey, the bar tender, made som delicious drinks. When the server took our drink order,we ordered som pre appetizers, think I made that up. We had the pita bread, hummus and the spicy feta cheese. All was excellent. Spicy feta was not so not, so no worries. For appetizers we had the artichoke special, Israeli salad and roasted trout. For dinner we had Moroccan Fish, chicken Musakhan, Mom's crispy Shnitzel and Kebab Halabi. Everyone was very pleased with our choices we shared everything. One more pita w dinner would have been nice. Place had a good vibe, the service was very good and I'll definitely recommend and return here. We came from NNJ and it took us 25 minutes. Street parking was not so bad

We were looking for a new place for Middle Eastern food and thought Bustan would be worth a try. It was excellent from start to finish. The pita bread was freshly baked and the hummus was smooth with a little kick. My Grandma's Housemade Couscous was a good vegetarian option. The flavor was a little too mild, but all the veggies were perfectly cooked. The Schnitzel exceeded expectations. It was thin and moist with a crunchy breaded crust. We got half mashed potatoes and half fries with it and both were perfect. The service was fast and friendly. The decor was sophisticated but also warm. We'll definitely come back again.

Great service & amazing food. I enjoyed their specials! The most memorable dish was the carrots with labneh. We sat at the bar and still had a great time.

Maybe the food here is good, maybe it is not. I can't remember because I was so distracted by the deafening noise, the uncomfortably crowded space which leaves you constantly jostled by people squeezing by while you try to eat, and the chaotic and unreliable service. We were seated inches from the front door and every two minutes the door would open and the cold November air would blow in, blowing our napkins and menus around. The rude manager scolded me when I tried to ask him not the hold the door open for long periods to avoid the cold air. I left feeling tense and unhappy. Why pay these kinds of prices when there two dozen other perfectly good restaurants within a five minute walk? No thanks and never again.

BEST MEDITERRANEAN FOOD I'VE HAD IN NYC (so far)! I stumbled upon this restaurant because it is near my favorite ice cream spot and I'm so Glad I did! I am a picky eater and not always open to trying new things, but after trying the food here a first time, I couldn't help but coming back a second third and fourth time all within a few weeks. We've tried the chicken main dish, the lamb main disk, the fish main dish and all the dips that go with the fresh pita bread and falafels. Everything was amazing, the flavors, the spices, the texture. Loved every bite of every dish we've ordered. I will be coming back another four times this upcoming month. If you're reading this review, I Hope to see you there!

Dinner tonight was Eriko"a choice, and she picked a winner. This is an Israeli Resturant. Healthy, light, and delicious! You have to make this one of your stops when here in NY City. Service was top notch. A tip, request a table in the garden. Take a look and stop drooling! This restaurant is outstanding. Delicious and unique. A high recommendation.

Chicken Musakhan really is to die for. They also offer a decent Happy Hour. Will be back.

Delicious food with a beautiful outdoor patio area. I went here for the first time last week and I will definitely be returning. The food was delicious and reasonably priced and the service was friendly and welcoming. Our waiter. Nikolai did a wonderful job describing all of the food options, and ensuring that we ordered enough for the table. I went with a wide range of people from vegetarians to meat lovers, and we were able to find some thing that satisfied everyone. Not only were the appetizers and entrées scrumptious, but the desserts exceeded all expectations. The baklava was warm served with delicious vanilla ice cream that really hit the spot!

The food here is decent, but the dips are very good. I particularly recommend the labneh. Service is friendly.

Had a wonderful dinner with my mother and fiancé at Bustan. We had a bottle of white wine from Turkey, which was wonderful and appetizers and small plates to share. Everything was fresh and well prepared. Plates were a wonderful size for yourself or for the table. Service was great and well worth a proper tip amount. These servers were very wonderful. Ambiance was quiet, and calming, which is nice if you don't want to shout over loud music.

I am torn. Bustan is four stars with the potential to be five but there is just something not hitting for the full, amazing experience. The service was good but not great. I was stared at unrelentingly to the point of feeling anxiety because maybe I wasn't moving fast enough. I decided to skip the wine menu and uber focus on getting a food order in the girl's hands. The menu options are good but not great. I wanted to order the Hummus Bowl but was told I couldn't because it's not on the menu anymore. I pointed out that it's on the online menu and even the ordering take out menu. All the contents are located on the small plate section so why isn't the medium plate available in the dining room. I got a shrug. The small plates are hit and miss. I ordered both pita bread and Taboon bread which were great. The tahini was super bland. The hummus was very boring and tasteless, as well. The Spicy Feta was good. The Tzatziki was great. The falafel was okay but that tzatziki made it good. I did the medium plate cauliflower and it was okay but it's nowhere even close to as good as Miznon's at the Chelsea Market. I decided to call it a day and get out with the four star review but I encourage Bustan to up just the teensiest bit and they'll be gold.

This is one of my favorite restaurants in NYC. The food is SO good. There are so many good veggie options and it goes beyond the typical Mediterranean food you get other places. They also have a great little back patio, that's great year round. In the winter they have it covered and it's perfect for big groups. I had my birthday there last year with around 10 people in January. It's best to go here with more people because it's meant to be eaten family style. You can just order a bunch of different things with their house made taboon bread. It's so good. They have good drinks too! Nice cocktails and some good wine. One of my favorite spots! Honestly haven't had anything here I didn't like. The cauliflower dish in particular was super good, same with the spicy feta. But honestly everything here is delicious.