Ambitious Med cuisine w/ standout brunch & must-try kubaneh. Dinner impressive too.
Bryan Kim reviews Dagon, an ambitious Mediterranean restaurant on the Upper West Side, finding it particularly shines during weekend brunches with standout dishes like labne and shakshuka.
This Mediterranean gem on the Upper West Side offers an ambitious and thoughtfully prepared menu, making it a standout choice for those seeking vibrant flavors. While dinner features options like dry-aged beef kebabs, the true magic happens during weekend brunches. The bright, airy space truly shines then, with must-try dishes like thick labne, well-spiced shakshuka, and the unforgettable 'big pull-apart kubaneh.'
Specializing in Mediterranean and Israeli cuisine, this restaurant is noted for its fresh ingredients and inventive dishes. While dinner offers options like dry-aged beef kebabs and mezze, the brunch menu receives significant acclaim, featuring standout items such as thick labne, well-spiced shakshuka, and a highly recommended 'big pull-apart kubaneh.' Some reviews suggest that while hummus and shakshuka are good, they might not be as exceptional as at other local spots.
"The 'big pull-apart kubaneh' is highly recommended, with a strong suggestion to order it. Other highly praised dishes include the thick labne and well-spiced shakshuka, particularly for brunch."
Customers generally praise the restaurant's food, with particular highlights on brunch dishes and unique breads, though some note that certain items like hummus and shakshuka might be surpassed by other establishments.
Important Note
One reviewer noted that brunch might be the restaurant's weakest meal, contrasting it with a great dinner experience. Another comment suggested that while the hummus and shakshuka are good, they may not be as exceptional as at Miriam.
"Dagon is recommended as a place to dine at the bar."
Positive"Dagon is a restaurant on the Upper West Side that the commenter likes, although they don't have specific lunch details."
Positive"Dagon is listed as one of the recommended restaurants."
Positive"The commenter suggested inquiring at Dagon, located at 91st and Broadway, as a potential source for frozen dumplings."
Neutral"Dagon was listed as a recommended middle-eastern restaurant."
Neutral"After a recent brunch at Dagon, the user found the vegetables, meat, and bread to be very fresh and high quality."
Positive"This commenter listed 'Dagon' as a restaurant suggestion."
Positive"The commenter suggests trying Dagon."
Neutral"Dagon is listed as a recommendation, noted as being a bit pricey."
Neutral"This was a suggestion for an engagement gift for a couple in their early thirties living on the UWS. The suggestion was a specific restaurant name."
Neutral"Dagon is recommended for brunch."
Positive"Dagon was recommended by Garconavecunreve for its lamb dishes, in response to the search for wood-fired options."
Positive
