NANSENSE - Afghan Burgers & Bowls

"Nansense offers Afghan-spiced smash burgers and basmati rice bowls with carrots, raisins, a 'zesty salad,' and sauces like mint yogurt, with a fully halal menu." - Eater Staff

"After your first bite into Nansense’s smashburger, you’ll wonder why kabab patties haven't already taken over the world. This casual Afghan spot uses meat that’s mixed with diced onions, tomatoes, and herbs, so each bite is super moist and full of coriander and cumin flavor. They also make snacks like crispy bolani and the Taco-bab—a chapli kabab wrapped in a tortilla and topped with tart salata and a creamy chutney mayo. There’s a small indoor dining room and a few highlighter yellow tables outside, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. " - anne cruz, clare lagomarsino, keith hernandez, chanize thorpe

"After your first bite into Nansense’s smashburger, you’ll wonder why kabab patties haven't already taken over the world. This casual Afghan spot uses meat that’s mixed with diced onions, tomatoes, and herbs, so each bite is super moist and full of coriander and cumin flavor. They also make snacks like crispy bolani and the Taco-bab—a chapli kabab wrapped in a tortilla and topped with tart salata and a creamy chutney mayo. There’s a small indoor dining room and a few highlighter yellow tables outside, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. " - anne cruz

"After your first bite into Nansense’s smashburger, you’ll wonder why kabab patties haven't already taken over the world. This casual Afghan spot uses meat that’s mixed with diced onions, tomatoes, and herbs, so each bite is super moist and full of coriander and cumin flavor. They also make snacks like crispy bolani and the Taco-bab—a chapli kabab wrapped in a tortilla and topped with tart salata and a creamy chutney mayo. There’s a small indoor dining room and a few highlighter yellow tables outside, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Food Rundown Smash Burger Each element of the chapli kabab burger works in harmony. The beef patty has notes of caramelization from the minced onions, and there’s a great balance between its crisp edges and juicy center. The slice of american cheese, chutney mayo, and fluffy potato bun bring everything together for one of the better burgers we’ve had recently. Masala Fries These shoestring fries are crispy yet pliable, which is great for dipping into the accompanying pot of spicy homemade ketchup. The spice dusting has a smidge of heat but feels well-rounded. Taco-Bab Nansense uses the same chapli kabab and chutney mayo from their burgers in this large, crispy taco, but it gets topped with a tart mixture of finely diced tomatoes and cucumber. The result is bright, creamy, and a fun texture mix in each bite. Get it if you have a big group and want to see the full range of the menu." - Anne Cruz

"Nansense began serving food out of a converted mail truck in Chelsea, eventually winning a Vendy Award, and a review in the New York Times. Now, Mohibullah Rahmati, who goes by Mo, is opening up an Afghan restaurant of his very own, just a stone’s throw out of the city, in Beacon, New York." - Emma Orlow