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 brunch with strong check-in activity.

Malka is an Israeli restaurant in Upper West Side, New York. It has logged 6,661 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 109d 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 6,661 Blackbird check-ins since April 2025, with Thursday and Tuesday as peak days.

Google Places/ updated 109d ago

Fast facts

Malka has 6,661 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
Tuesday and Monday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
Google users rate it 4.6 across 544 reviews.
One highlighted brunch order centers on petichat shulchan, salads, focaccia, kebab, and shnitzel.
A reviewer singled out the house-made, al dente pasta as an exceptional standout.

editorial/ updated 29d ago

Did you know

Malka’s busiest Blackbird check-in days are Tuesday and Monday—not the weekend.

editorial/ updated 29d 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 109d ago