Balaboosta

REVIEW

June 23, 2010


CUISINE: Greek, Israeli, Middle Eastern
NEIGHBORHOOD: Nolita

 

214 Mulberry St. at Spring St.

(p) 212-966-7366

 

From the guys who brought you Taim — one of our favorite falafel spots in the west village — comes balaboosta, Yiddish for "the perfect housewife."  Departing from the comforts of fresh pita and fried falafel, Balaboosta offers a well-rounded menu which includes many of my favorite Israeli flavors.  The atmosphere, too, is expanded: planks of hardwood line the ceiling, modern light fixtures brighten things up, and a large portrait of Aunt Hana, the original balaboosta, hangs on the wall. CONT'D

 

 

 


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Posted in FOOD on June 23, 2010 7:47am by Jena Steinbach | 13 comments