NYC's oldest knishery, serving 18+ varieties of classic Eastern European comfort food since 1910 [1].
For over a century, this historic Jewish bakery has been a cornerstone of NYC's culinary landscape, serving up authentic Eastern European comfort food. Famous for its wide array of knishes, from classic potato to unique pizza flavors, it offers a taste of tradition with over 18 varieties available. The family-owned establishment maintains high standards and continues to be a beloved spot for those seeking a genuine New York experience.
This iconic Jewish bakery is renowned for its knishes, offering a vast selection of over 18 savory and sweet fillings, including traditional potato, mushroom, and even a unique pizza flavor. While most reviews highlight the quality and authenticity of the knishes [1, 2], one commenter found the broccoli and mixed vegetable options to be flavorless [3].
"The knishes are the star here, with a wide variety of fillings including classic potato, mushroom, spinach, and even a pizza flavor. The mushroom knish is particularly praised."
Customers praise the authentic knishes, with many considering them the best in the city [1, 2].
Important Note
While most reviews are positive, one customer found the broccoli and mixed vegetable knishes to be somewhat flavorless compared to the highly recommended mushroom option.
"The user found the knishes to be great, with the mushroom flavor being the best. They are also looking for recipes to make them at home."
Positive"This commenter stated that Yonah's makes the 'real thing' when referring to knishes, differentiating them from 'genetic square ones'."
Positive"Yonah Schimmel is listed as a lunch recommendation in the East Village."
Neutral"The commenter suggests also grabbing a knish (of choice) from Yonah Schimmel's alongside a meal from Katz's."
Positive"This commenter suggested Yonah Schimmel if the dish turns out to be a knish, noting it is kosher dairy and won't have chicken fat."
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