5 Delicious Passover Specials In NYC This Year

Chag Sameach!

Passover is a time of reflection and celebration for those of Jewish heritage, when the community commemorates their ancestors’ exodus from Egypt and the end of slavery for their people. It comes with many traditions — from holding Seder on the first night with prayers and symbolic food items, to reading the story from the Book of Exodus in the Torah — and of course, lots of delicious (unleavened) dishes that have been passed down through generations.

This year, Passover begins on Friday, April 15 and goes through Saturday, April 23. Many NYC institutions have special Passover menus and treats that you can enjoy in-person or bring home to celebrate the holiday with loved ones.

Here are some choices for this year!

1. Russ & Daughters, Lower East Side

NYC staple Russ & Daughters has everything from matzo ball soup to kugel to macaroons all available for pick-up and local delivery (and even nationwide shipping!) for all of your Passover needs. You can order via their website or by calling them at 212-475-4880. The first night of Seder is this Friday, April 15, but don’t wait until then to order since slots are limited and they fill up fast!

When: Available starting April 5

Where: 179 E. Houston St. (appetizing store) & 127 Orchard St. (cafe)

See also: A New TV Show Is In The Works About NYC Icon ‘Russ & Daughters’

2. PJ Bernstein, Upper East Side

Five-decade-old NYC Jewish dining staple PJ Bernstein is offering a special Passover menu with Seder plates, matzoh brei, matzoh ball soup, gefilte fish, stuffed cabbage, brisket with gravy and more — available for delivery, takeout, and in-restaurant dining.

When: Friday, April 15 through Saturday, April 23

Where: 1215 3rd Ave

3. Dagon, Upper West Side

On Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16, the UWS’s Dagon will offer a special Seder Menu with items to celebrate Passover. A Seder Plate will be shared on each table, plus there will be specials like a Duck Matzo Ball Soup, Celebratory Green Lamb Stew as an entree and Nutella Matzo Napoleon for dessert.

When: April 15-16

Where: 2454 Broadway

4. Bubby’s Tribeca

Tribeca favorite Bubby’s will host Passover Seder dinner with a three-course menu including pot roast, chopped liver, deviled eggs, matzo ball soup, and a special matzo crust berry pie (see above). Seder will be self-led and BYOH (bring your own Haggadah!).

When: April 15-16

Where: 120 Hudson St.

5. Magnolia Bakery, Multiple Locations

Magnolia’s beloved Matzah Crunch is back this year! The “ultimate Passover treat” consists of matzah crackers, topped with buttercrunch candy, dark & white chocolate, and toffee pieces. There are also delicious coconut macaroons (plus chocolate-dipped ones too) available.

Enjoy through this week!