Friday, September 15th marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, which runs from sunset on Sept 15th until sundown on Sunday, Sept. 17th. Following Rosh Hashanah is Yom Kippur on Sunday, September 24 at sundown until sundown on Monday, Sept 25. For those of you who don’t have a plan yet for the High Holy Days, don’t fret!
Here’s a short guide to a few places around the city that are offering kosher meals for the holidays—whether you dine-in or are looking to cater at home.
1. Breads Bakery, Multiple Locations
One of our favorite NYC bakeries, Breads Bakery just launched their new Rosh Hashanah menu, which includes all sorts of treats! Try out options like the Apple Challah (pictured above), Honey Cake, or brand new Milk & Honey Rugelach! There are even more options to choose from, or you can stick with their ‘ol reliable mouthwatering chocolate babka. See their Rosh Hashanah menu here and Yom Kippur menu here.
Where: Find your location here
2. Edith’s Sandwich Counter, Williamsburg & Tribeca
Starting September 15, Edith’s will be offering Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur specials at both their Brooklyn and Manhattan locations. Menu highlights will include Low & Slow Braised Brisket, Matzo Ball Soup, and Honey Cake. They”ll be available via catering orders with options for delivery! For more kosher goodness, you can try out their other items too like bagels, smoked fish, and syrniki pancakes at their grab-and-go sandwich counter.
Where:
Williamsburg – 495 Lorimer St, Brooklyn
Tribeca – 135 W Broadway
3. Russ & Daughters Cafe, Multiple Locations
Though Russ & Daughters will be closed on Yom Kippur (Sept 25), you can still preorder special treat packages that are ready to deliver during the High Holidays! Feast on treats like their signature Round Raisin Challah, or dig your teeth into the Traditional Raspberry Rugelach, Cinnamon Babka, and more. See menus here.
Where: Find your location here
4. Orwashers, Multiple Locations
Beginning on September 13, you can order all of your High Holidays goodies, including Apple Honey Cake, Chocolate Chip Challah, and so much more. Don’t forget about their Sticky Bun Babka Muffins either! The menu runs through September 25! See full menus here.
Where: Various Locations
5. PJ Bernstein, Upper East Side
To celebrate the Jewish New Year, Upper East Side spot PJ Bernstein is offering dining, catering, and delivery options this year! The multi-generational family-owned Jewish Delicatessen and full-
Where: 1215 3rd Ave
6. Balaboosta, West Village
Stop by Balaboosta to enjoy their $85 family style prix fixe menu for the High Holidays. You can work through a menu of traditional dishes, or you can order an at-home feast that feeds 3-5 people, consisting of Challah, Local Apples and Honey, Yemenite Soup, Chrime Fish, Chicken Tagine, and Apple Crumble topped with Cardamom Whipped Cream. See menus here.
Where: 611 Hudson St
7. El Fish Marisqueria, Upper West Side
El Fish Marisqueria is serving up a special Rosh Hashanah menu, which meshes Chef Medina’s Mexican cooking with traditional Jewish cuisine. Highlight dishes include Guacamole Con Pescado Ahumado (chunky avocado, Yucatan-style achiote smoked white fish salad, horseradish, habanero, red onion) and Costilla (braised beef short ribs, roasted carrot puree, brussels sprouts).
Where: 155 Amsterdam Ave
8. Zabar’s, Upper West Side
Always coming in with the clutch, Zabar’s is Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur ready with their Apples and Honey Crate (as well as other baskets and gift boxes). If you’re looking for more than just the honey, rugelach, challah, and spreads you can also pick up main courses, “great beginnings” (gefilte fish, matzoh ball soup, chopped chicken liver), sides, salads, and baked goods. It’s all kosher.
Where: 2245 Broadway
9. Mile End Deli, Boerum Hill
This Jewish NYC Deli (and Canadian-style restaurant) will be serving delicious Rosh Hashanah dinner if you’re interested! You can preorder your catering options now, which range from Matzo Ball Soup to Potato Latkes to Chicken Schnitzel to Round Challah. Check out their full menu here.
Where: 97A Hoyt St, Brooklyn
10. Miriam, Park Slope & UWS
The chef and owner, Rafael Hasid, is a Tel Aviv native who’s brought Israeli cuisine to Brooklyn by way of the Miriam Restaurant. Pre-order your Rosh Hashanah dinner on their website ($340 and serves 4-5 people), where they will be serving items including gefilte fish, braised brisket, striped bass, and an apple and honey cake for dessert. Full menu here.
Where:
Park Slope – 79 5th Ave, Brooklyn
Upper West Side – 300 Amsterdam Avenue
11. Talia’s Steakhouse, Upper West Side
This Upper West Side, Glatt Kosher restaurant offers prepaid lunch and dinners for your Rosh Hashanah festivities. Their prix-fixe menus can be found on their site here, ranging from $99 for lunch to $140 for dinner. You’ll have to pay in advance when you make your reservation, but it’s worth it instead of dealing with the hassle of cooking and cleaning yourself at home.
Where: 668 Amsterdam Ave
12. Citarella, Multiple Locations
Citarella will offer Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur menus featuring items like Brisket, Gefilte Fish, Matzo Ball Soup, Smoked Fish Platters and more. Orders can be placed either in-person, by email, phone, or online.
Where: Find your location here
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