Creative Israeli-Mediterranean cooking from a taboon oven with standout dips and fish, good service at the table, but small portions and price shock for some diners.
Bustan NYC delivers exceptional food quality with bold, contemporary Israeli-Mediterranean cooking that justifies its reputation, supported by strong service attentiveness and appealing design. However, inconsistent execution—including occasional undercooked dough and off nights—prevents a higher grade, while modest portions relative to pricing limit overall value perception. Worth visiting for the taboon oven's standout mezze and breads, though expect variable experiences.
One caveat: Pricing is genuinely expensive ($27-$37 mains) with modest portions