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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Zabar's Cafe
Dairy-Free at Zabar's Cafe
Zabar's Cafe in New York has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Brisket by Zabar's - 1-lb sliced, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes - 1-lb and Zabar's Fruit Palette. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Zabar's Cafe
Zabar's Cafe in New York has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Brisket by Zabar's - 1-lb sliced, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes - 1-lb and Zabar's Fruit Palette. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Zabar's Cafe
Zabar's Cafe in New York has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon Niçoise Salad, Zabar's Dessert Platter (Small) and Zabar's Nova Only Platter (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Zabar's Cafe
Zabar's Cafe in New York has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Zabar's Handsliced Pastrami. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Zabar's Cafe
Zabar's Cafe in New York has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Z Single Cup Gourmet Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Zabar's Cafe
Zabar's Cafe in New York has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Z Single Cup Gourmet Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Zabar's Cafe
Zabar's Cafe in New York has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rosemary Roasted Potatoes - 1-lb, Zabar's Fruit Palette and Z Single Cup Gourmet Coffee. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Zabar's Cafe
Zabar's Cafe in New York has 9 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Zabar's Dessert Platter (Small), Rosemary Roasted Potatoes - 1-lb and Zabar's Continental Breakfast (Small). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Zabar's Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Zabar's Famous Smoked Fish Platter (Small) | 86.3 g | 85.9 g |
| Zabar's Chef Selections Platter (Small) | 21.5 g | 55.2 g |
| Salmon Niçoise Salad | 10 g | 41.9 g |
| Zabar's New York Breakfast (Small) | 230.9 g | 36.7 g |
| Zabar's Dessert Platter (Small) | 109.5 g | 35.8 g |
| Zabar's Nova Only Platter (Small) | 87.1 g | 33.6 g |
| Zabar's Wrap Sandwiches (Small) | 32.8 g | 31.6 g |
| Zabar's Whole Nova on a Board | 20.5 g | 26.5 g |
| Fresh Roasted Beets with Goat Cheese Salad | 54.4 g | 26.4 g |
| Zabar's Continental Breakfast (Small) | 166.7 g | 26.1 g |
| Zabar's Breakfast Basket (Small) | 146 g | 23.3 g |
| Zabar's Handsliced Pastrami | 0.3 g | 16.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
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: Halal, 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: Halal, 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: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Soy Free 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, Halal, 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, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber 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, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- Brisket by Zabar's - 1-lb sliced - $44.98: Sliced beef brisket Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free 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 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zabar's Wrap Sandwiches (Small) - $169: Hummus & Veggie, Tuna Salad, Turkey & Havarti, Roasted Chicken & Goat Cheese, Israeli Salad Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zabar's Handsliced Pastrami - $19.98: Pastrami Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Salmon Niçoise Salad - $89: Mesclun, poached salmon, French beans, potatoes, olives, grape tomatoes Dietary tags: Halal, 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, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rosemary Roasted Potatoes - 1-lb - $9.49: Potatoes, rosemary Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zabar's World Famous Deli Knishes - $5.49: Potato or meat filling in pastry Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Zabar's Dessert Platter (Small) - $129: Rugelach, crumb cakes, brownies, cookies, seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Zabar's Fruit Palette - $119: Sliced fresh seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy 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, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Z Single Cup Gourmet Coffee - $16.98: Coffee Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Zabar's Cafe
- Is Zabar's Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Zabar's Cafe has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Brisket by Zabar's - 1-lb sliced, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes - 1-lb and Zabar's Fruit Palette.
- What can I eat at Zabar's Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Brisket by Zabar's - 1-lb sliced, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes - 1-lb and Zabar's Fruit Palette carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Zabar's Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Rosemary Roasted Potatoes - 1-lb and Zabar's Fruit Palette.
- Is Zabar's Cafe gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Zabar's Cafe?
- Zabar's Famous Smoked Fish Platter (Small), at roughly 85.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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