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Bustan, New York, NY

Bustan

4.8
4.8
1576 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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22:30
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  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Healthy
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Located in New York City's Upper West Side, Bustan serves Mediterranean cuisine in a modern, colorful atmosphere. The restaurant offers a wide range of cuisine from Southern Europe to North Africa. Bustan also caters offsite events and offers takeout for its customers' convenience.

Start out your meal at Bustan with one of the restaurant's appetizers such as the hummus or the falafel with our homemade Taboon bread. Choose from dinner options like the Kebab Halabi or Chicken "Musakhan". Top off your experience with a dessert like the Nemesis: Baked chocolate mousse cake.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Israeli, Greek
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (212) 595-5050
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Eli Buli
  • Catering
    Off-site catering is available
  • Private party facilities
    Our garden is available for private events. Please email to bustanny@gmail.com for inquiries.
  • Area
    Upper West Side
  • Cross Street
    Between 83rd and 84th St
  • Parking details
    Meter parking available
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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  • BAR HAPPY 2 HOURS

    27 Dec 2024 - 28 Feb 2025
    Sun - Thu - 17:00 - 21:00,Fri - Sat - 16:30 - 22:00
    Join us AT THE BAR before your DINNER for: - $6-beer - $9- selected wine - 2 for 1 well drinks - $10- specialty cocktails Note: Our HAPPY 2 HOURS is only at bar 5pm till 7pm

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What 1,576 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • New York City

    Mediterranean

  • Manhattan

    Mediterranean

Review summary

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Bustan offers a delightful Mediterranean dining experience with "amazing food and service." Guests rave about the "exceptional" flavors, especially the Moroccan fish, falafel, and hummus. The ambiance is warm and inviting, complemented by attentive staff. Despite occasional noise, Bustan remains a "favorite" for its creative dishes and consistent quality.
1,576 Reviews
  1. Christine

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My go to place to take visiting friends and they always say it’s the best experience

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  2. Amy

    VIP

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner of their middle sized plates. Everything was fresh, well seasoned and delicious. We enjoyed the artichoke plate, eggplant, cauliflower, falafel, and warm taboon bread with taziki. The staff were polite, friendly and knowledgeable.

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  3. Lisa

    VIP

    Atlantic City

    47 reviews

    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Really lovely meal and great atmosphere! The service could have been a little better (they were lovely, but not necessarily the most attentive)

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  4. Subhash

    VIP

    New York City

    92 reviews

    5.0

    92 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The taboon bread was absolutely divine, with a soft, warm texture that complemented the rich flavors of the the spicy plate which in itself was a true standout—bold and packed with vibrant, tantalizing flavors. The Amba sauce, served as a side dish, was exceptional, with a perfect balance of tangy and savory notes. Although the hummus was a modest portion, its smooth, creamy texture and depth of flavor made every bite memorable. The falafel was nothing short of perfection—crispy on the outside, tender and flavorful on the inside. For dessert, the Silan is was a delightful surprise, a velvety ice cream crowned with a delicate sprinkle of halva, creating a heavenly combination of sweet and nutty flavor. The service was exceptional—efficient and quick, making the entire dining experience smooth and enjoyable. We were fortunate to have a delightful young lady named Gabriella attending to us. She was not only attentive but also friendly, adding a personal touch to our meal with her warmth and professionalism. Her quick responses and thoughtful recommendations truly elevated the experience.

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  5. Winstina

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My recent visit to Butan was a study in contrasts, a delicious meal unfortunately preceded by a cold encounter. The food wasn't just good, it was great. Our server was attentive and accommodating, catering to our needs throughout the meal. He was wonderful. While the food was great and the service impeccable, the initial encounter left a distinctly unpleasant aftertaste. Arriving about 13 min before opening, I found the doors unlocked and patrons already seated at the bar. It was 15°F. I entered. However, my attempt to seek shelter from the freezing temperature was met with a frosty reception from the bartender. The restaurant opened at 5pm he said. He asked me to leave. This start unfortunately colored my overall perception of the restaurant. In the any business, a warm welcome is paramount, and Butan, while offering great food and attentive service, fell short in this crucial area.

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  6. Talya

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Not too noisy to have a conversation, great food, and Ben took such great care of our large, indecisive party :)

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  7. Bill

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good, lots of great vegetarian options, amazing falafel! Ben was an excellent, friendly server.

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  8. Michelle

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Nikolai was a tented professional person… The food is beyond amazing different tasty always consistent gets all my sense dancing! Highly recommend.

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  9. Jane

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, a lot healthy, creative, delicious options on the menu. We did not shy away from eggplant, cauliflower, cabbage, dorado - all were prepared with a twist, perfectly charred and seasoned. Compliments to the chef for creativity and the staff for excellent service. Will be back!

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  10. Yaniv

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and drinks are top level. Service is super earm and welcoming. Couldn't ask for more

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FAQs

Bustan offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Bustan also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 595-5050.

Bustan is rated 4.8 stars by 1576 OpenTable diners.

Bustan does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 33 times today

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Google Map for Bustan

487 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024

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Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between 83rd and 84th St
  • Area
    Upper West Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Israeli, Greek
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Meter parking available
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Eli Buli
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 595-5050
  • Catering
    Off-site catering is available
  • Private party facilities
    Our garden is available for private events. Please email to bustanny@gmail.com for inquiries.
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