Miriam

One of the best meals I have had in NYC. The ambiance is like... perfect. Classy, sophisticated, not pretentious. The lighting and design of the restaurant is really well done. And the wait staff was friendly, unobtrusive, and knowledgeable about the menu.My friend and I split the hummus, butternut squash and salmon cake appetizers, short rib entree, and the salted caramel chocolate cake dessert. The stars of the show in my opinion were the butternut squash with labneh (drool) and the dessert. The butternut squash had the perfect amount of spice and the yogurt sauce was light and tangy and delicious. The dessert was a warm chocolate cake in a salted caramel sauce and it was ~divine~Would gladly return any time.

Had brunch here with friends as this was the best option we could think of for this neighborhood. It's a nicer space than the Park Slope location but I noticed that certain items in the menu are more expensive here than in Park Slope. The food is decent but given the price point and the fact that the menu isn't the most exciting, I'm not sure I'll be back again.Also, our friends have an infant and they made a comment about the restrooms not having a changing table which made it a challenge. I was surprised given it's located in the UWS and there are certainly lots of families with small children here.

I can't say enough good things about Miriam! This place is a gem--easy to get to, with a modern and clean atmosphere that makes for a great dining experience. The menu is unique, offering an incredible variety of Middle Eastern dishes, including plenty of delicious vegetarian options. Everything we ordered was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented, and the portions were generous for the price--definitely a great value for NYC!On top of the amazing food, the service was fantastic. Our waitresses was super friendly and accommodating, even going out of her way to help make space for my friend's baby.If you're looking for high-quality Middle Eastern cuisine in a welcoming and stylish setting, Miriam is a must-visit. I'll absolutely be coming back!

Sat at the bar ( about 10 seats)with my friend and shared two items, winter salad and lamb burger. Burger was juicy and good salad was ok.They have some interesting beers on tap and a very interesting g drink menu( I wasn't drinking but it was enticing) The place was busy for a rainy windy Sunday night with a good vibe. So why only 4 stars? It's great when everyone is very professional and does their job, but I look for personality! And there was very little of that. There was a coldness to the service throughout the place.

I can VERY CONFIDENTLY say this was some of the best food I have had in a while. Everything about this experience was something I will now use as the measuring stick for what 5 stars is. My friend and I came here on a Tuesday night and it was not super busy - we got sat immediately. We chose to sit outside since it's warm for November. The lights in the little front enclosed patio area are so cute. We started by splitting a half carafe of Pinot Noir - perfect for the two of us. Then we got the hummus... I think I actually almost fell out of my chair. I am not kidding this has to be the best hummus I have ever evvvvveeerrrrr had. It was magic. On the menu the pita is called "fluffy pita" and rightfully so.Also on the menu we saw "Grilled Plant-Based Steak" - as a vegetarian I am always drawn to the plant-based options (naturally) but was wowed for a moment because I have never seen a vegan steak option. Impossible burgers, yes... but vegan steak? This is new. So my friend and I were talking about it, and talking about it loudly it seems as all of a sudden the chef comes up and strikes up conversation about it. It's something he is very confident we will like, and he also tells us another special he's working on now. The chef's name is Alon - he is incredible and so fun to talk to.Some time passes and he drops off one of the specials for us to try, a gesture we were so thankful for. It is an absolutely unbelievable butternut squash in labneh. I will dream of it forever.So then we get the "steak." Oh my GOD. I have not had steak in about 8 years and I cannot even begin to tell you how insane this was. You should be RUNNNNINNNGGG to Miriam right now as you read this to get this plant-based steak for yourself. I want every single person I have ever known to try this. I will include a photo of the inside of it too, you can see it has the consistency and graining of a short rib or a real piece of steak. Long story short, I would give Miriam and their all-star servers and chef Alon 100 stars if I could.

Disappointing and overpriced. I tried a three dip combination (beets, pumpkin, eggplant), focaccia, and the plant based steak. I liked the eggplant dip and the focaccia, but the plant based steak really wasn't great - strange texture and almost soaking wet. The potatoes on the side seemed dry, and the vegetables on the side are grilled simply without much seasoning. My portion of the bill came out to over $60, which is painfully expensive. I would recommend going elsewhere.

What a lovely Saturday brunch experience!Made a reservation at Miriam (not required, but highly recommended) my boyfriend and I arrived at Miriam and we were sat immediately. The server arrived very quickly and we were greeted warmly and offered a gorgeous bottle of water with a mint leaf in it.We were given some time with the menu and once the server returned we had asked what her favorite dish was on the menu and she stated that it was the Jerusalem breakfast (which ultimately my boyfriend ordered). Here is what we had:- Jerusalem Breakfast (the avocado spread and labeneh were simply to die for! Highly recommend this dish!) - Malawach Quesadilla (never had a more beautiful quesadilla! I am still dreaming about it!)- Side of fries (the fries tasted like five guys!! No dipping sauce required!) The food was out of this world and I cannot wait to come back and try the dinner menu! The server seemed to be the only one working the entire inside of the restaurant, but she was still able to attend to our table without a hitch.Love finding great places to dine at on The UWS and I cannot wait to return to Miriam! Thanks for the great brunch experience!

Delicious choice for an early dinner before our show. The Grilled Halloumi Cheese salad was delicious. Arugula, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, walnuts and green beans tossed with a walnut vinaigrette. Topped with grilled halloumi, this is a must get.The vegan Moroccan cigars and hummus were also good starters. The hummus was so smooth and creamy. Paired well with the homemade pita.Definitely get the lamb shawarma terracotta. A best seller for a reason. Lamb shawarma cooked in a terracotta dish with Persian rice, shaved almonds and more topped with a flatbread and then cooked on the oven. Presentation is so beautiful and they cut away the flatbread to make the dining experience more satisfying. Amazing!! Service by Zachary from Jersey was fantastic. Love the natural light in the dining room and the water with mint. Perfect for an early dinner on a Friday night before seeing a Broadway musical.

Amazing brunch spot!Very good service, prices are fair, even the music in the background was nice!

What a lovely experience! The servers and the chef went above and beyond to make our dining experience very memorable. The food was delicious especially the special of Lebneh & squash ~ divine! The hummus is also fantastic and we also tried the chunk which is a vegetarian steak out of this world! The wine was also so delicious and I love their outdoor space. I love this neighborhood restaurant and I'm so glad it's opened here :)