"There’s no menu at this excellent Israeli tasting menu restaurant in the 2nd, and there isn’t even a traditional kitchen. The philosophy here, which the staff reminds you of any chance they can, is “hosting friends as family and family as friends.” It’s why you’ll likely be served champagne, whether or not you ordered any, upon taking your seat around the Brazilian granite bar, which is arranged like a boxing ring with the chefs cooking in the center. Dishes are composed in front of you while the chefs explain what you’re getting. It could be an eggplant crème brulée in a tzatziki broth or maybe a watermelon granita with feta ice cream and some pumpkin seeds, fried onions, and mashed melon rind for crunch. Keep it light and go for the five-course lunch or take in a more romantic experience with the candlelight seven-course dinner. " - sara lieberman, lindsey tramuta
