UWS Israeli gem w/ silky hummus, top-notch shakshuka & creative cocktails. Great for brunch or casual dinners.
This Upper West Side Israeli restaurant is a beloved brunch hotspot, drawing crowds for its silky hummus, top-notch shakshuka, and dense, flaky burekas. Beyond brunch, it offers a welcoming atmosphere for casual dinners, complete with a bar area perfect for solo diners. The establishment also boasts creative cocktails and is known for its particularly delightful desserts.
This Israeli restaurant on the Upper West Side is highly regarded for its brunch offerings, with specific mentions of silky hummus, top-notch shakshuka, and dense, flaky burekas. Unique brunch items like Challah French toast with halva are also a hit. In addition to brunch, it's considered a good option for casual dinners and is noted for creative cocktails and amazing desserts.
"Highly recommended dishes include the silky hummus, top-notch shakshuka, and dense, flaky burekas. The Challah French toast with halva is a unique and praised brunch item, and the desserts are also noted as being amazing."
Customers largely praise the restaurant for its excellent Israeli cuisine, particularly highlighting brunch dishes and desserts. It's frequently recommended as a go-to spot on the Upper West Side.
Important Note
The restaurant has received some negative attention regarding its health grade (C rating), lack of a working freezer or AC, and employee healthcare policies. Additionally, it does not take reservations.
"Miriam is recommended for its great brunch, and the commenter has dined there before attending Lincoln Center events."
Positive"A solo diner had a great experience at Miriam, sitting at the bar. The food was delicious, and the bartender was attentive, even introducing them to other patrons."
Positive"Miriam is mentioned as a good option near the Beacon Theatre that often has tables available. The commenter has had lunch there alone but not dinner."
Positive"The user expressed that the desserts at Miriam look amazing and is a great idea for a post-show treat."
Positive"Miriam was recommended as a place with amazing desserts."
Positive"Miriam's UWS location is confirmed to be in the 70s."
Neutral"The user expressed pleasant surprise upon learning Miriam has a UWS location."
Positive"Miriam is recommended as a brunch spot on the Upper West Side."
Positive"Miriam was suggested as one of the restaurant options for a girls' dinner near the Beacon Theater."
Positive"This user recommended Miriam on the Upper West Side, stating it is pretty good."
Positive"The user states that Miriam offers good Israeli food."
Positive"Miriam is mentioned as a restaurant option on 71st Street."
Neutral"The user considered Miriam's but they don't take reservations."
Neutral"Miriam has a C rating, no working freezer or AC, and refuses to provide health care for employees."
Negative"Miriam is excellent for Mediterranean and creative cocktails."
Positive"Recommended Miriam."
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