Ambitious Mediterranean cuisine w/ standout brunch & unique kubaneh [1].
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.
Dagon, an ambitious Mediterranean restaurant on the Upper West Side, is celebrated for its thoughtfully prepared cuisine and inviting atmosphere [1]. It particularly shines during weekend brunches, with standout dishes like thick labne and well-spiced shakshuka [1]. The restaurant also offers unique baked goods, such as the 'big pull-apart kubaneh,' which is a must-order [1].
Dagon offers an ambitious take on Mediterranean cuisine, with a strong emphasis on fresh, high-quality ingredients [6]. Standout brunch dishes include thick labne and well-spiced shakshuka [1]. The 'big pull-apart kubaneh' is a highly recommended starter [1]. While hummus and shakshuka are available, they are noted as being less preferred than those at Miriam [3]. Dinner options include dry-aged beef kebabs and crispy roasted lamb [1, 3].
"The 'big pull-apart kubaneh' stuffed with feta is a highly recommended starter [1, 3]. Standout brunch dishes include thick labne and well-spiced shakshuka [1]."
Customers generally have a positive view of Dagon, praising the freshness and quality of ingredients like vegetables, meat, and bread [6]. The restaurant is often recommended for its brunch offerings and unique Mediterranean dishes.
Important Note
The restaurant may be a bit pricey [5]. Noise can be an issue for older patrons [4].
"Dagon is recommended, but with a caveat that noise can be an issue for older people."
Positive"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."
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