Zabar's Cafe – American
This iconic Upper West Side institution hums with a nostalgic energy, drawing guests into a space where the savory scent of slow-braised brisket mingles with the briny, delicate aroma of world-class smoked fish. Platters of silken Nova and hand-picked herring celebrate the artistry of the traditional New York deli, while hearty helpings of meat-stuffed cabbage and rich beef stew provide a soulful, comforting counterpoint. Every bite serves as a flavorful tribute to a culinary legacy, making each visit feel like a timeless invitation into the heart of the city’s vibrant food culture.
2241, Broadway, 10024 +12127872000 https://www.zabars.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, kosher, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Menu
Appetizing Platters
- Zabar's Famous Smoked Fish Platter (Small) - $279: Nova Scotia salmon, kippered salmon, sable, boned and filleted whitefish, Greek olives, plain and scallion cream cheese, bagels, pumpernickel bread, tomatoes, onions, capers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Kosher, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Pickled Lox & Herring Sampler - $139: Pickled Lox in Cream Sauce, Herring in Cream Sauce, Matjes Herring in Wine Sauce, Schmaltz Herring in Oil Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Zabar's Nova Only Platter (Small) - $229: Nova Scotia salmon, plain and scallion cream cheese, bagels, pumpernickel bread, tomatoes, onions, capers Dietary tags: Kosher, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Zabar's Whole Nova on a Board - $249: Entire side of salmon, lemon slices, tomatoes, onions, capers Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
Breakfasts
- Zabar's Breakfast Basket (Small) - $119: Croissants, assorted fresh muffins, bagels, Zabar’s preserves, cream cheese, sweet butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Zabar's Continental Breakfast (Small) - $149: Croissants, muffins, bagels, preserves, plain and scallion cream cheese, butter, fresh orange juice, seasonal fruit salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Zabar's New York Breakfast (Small) - $249: Nova, cream cheese, croissants, muffins, bagels, preserves, butter, rugelach, strudel, babka, crumbcake, fruit salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- Brisket by Zabar's - 1-lb sliced - $44.98: Sliced beef brisket Dietary tags: Kosher, Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat Stuffed Cabbage - 2pcs - $17.98: Cabbage, meat filling Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Bourguignon Stew - 8oz - $12.98: Beef, red wine, vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zabar's Poached Salmon - $219: Two salmon fillets poached in white wine, cucumber, lemon, capers, dill sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Deli
- Zabar's Chef Selections Platter (Small) - $169: Mozzarella & Tomato, Chicken & Roasted Peppers, Roast Beef & Gruyere, Turkey & Havarti, Israeli Salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zabar's Wrap Sandwiches (Small) - $169: Hummus & Veggie, Tuna Salad, Turkey & Havarti, Roasted Chicken & Goat Cheese, Israeli Salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zabar's Handsliced Pastrami - $19.98: Pastrami Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Salmon Niçoise Salad - $89: Mesclun, poached salmon, French beans, potatoes, olives, grape tomatoes Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Roasted Beets with Goat Cheese Salad - $79: Mesclun, honey roasted beets, goat cheese, walnuts, dried cranberries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Matzoh Balls - 4ct - $12.98: Matzoh meal, eggs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rosemary Roasted Potatoes - 1-lb - $9.49: Potatoes, rosemary Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zabar's World Famous Deli Knishes - $5.49: Potato or meat filling in pastry Dietary tags: Kosher, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Zabar's Dessert Platter (Small) - $129: Rugelach, crumb cakes, brownies, cookies, seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian
- Zabar's Fruit Palette - $119: Sliced fresh seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Beverages
- Zabar's Coffee to Go (10 Cup Box) - $35: Zabar’s Blend or Gourmet Decaf, milk, sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Z Single Cup Gourmet Coffee - $16.98: Coffee Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
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