Malka

Name: Malka
Address: 161 West 72nd Street, New York, NY, 10023
Rating: 4.5

Upper West Side · Israeli

161 West 72nd Street, New York, NY, 10023Directions

4.5507 reviews

People say this kosher restaurant serves delicious schnitzel, short ribs, and hummus. They highlight the lively atmosphere, friendly staff, and attentive service. They also like the unique dining experience and the chef's personality.

Israeli restaurant with Blackbird check-ins and house-made pasta praise.

Malka is an Israeli restaurant in Upper West Side, New York. It has logged 6,766 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Thursday late nights. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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The experience

Whole branzino, bluefin tuna with lettuce and challah, house-made pasta al dente. The meal carries the vibe of Shani's Tel Aviv establishments.

Google Places/ updated 121d ago

Why go

Malka channels Tel Aviv's North Abraxas through Eyal Shani's cooking. Fresh salads, standout hummus, kebab, schnitzel. 4.5 stars from 505 reviews. Nearly 6,766 Blackbird check-ins since April 2025, with Thursday and Tuesday as peak days.

Google Places/ updated 121d ago

Fast facts

Malka holds a 4.6 Google rating from 560 reviews.
Blackbird has recorded 6,766 all-time on-chain check-ins at Malka.
Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Tuesday and Monday.
One review calls the house-made pasta an exceptional standout.
A brunch review praises the petichat shulchan, focaccia, kebab, and shnitzel.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

Malka’s Blackbird traffic is busiest on Tuesday and Monday.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Good to know

No Israeli white wine on the list.
Brunch features Petichat Shulchan—a spread of fresh salads and house-made focaccia.
Casual setting with informed service.

Google Places/ updated 121d ago