Bustan

4.7 (1793)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

487 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024

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Bustan

4.7

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Upper West Side

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 40 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Vegetarian-friendly
Charming

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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 Chocolate Flourless Cake & Silan

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Israeli, Greek
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:00–15:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(212) 595-5050
Website
http://www.bustannyc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Bring the flavors of Bustan to your next celebration. Our catering menus feature Mediterranean favorites, including house-made hummus, salads, kebabs, shawarma, falafel, and more. We offer customized selections and quantities for corporate events, celebrations, family gatherings, and special occasion is available
Private party facilities
Our Garden Room and restaurant buyouts are ideal for birthdays, corporate gatherings, Bar & Bat Mitzvahs, holiday celebrations, and intimate special occasions. Enjoy customized prix fixe menus, beverage packages, and warm Mediterranean hospitality in an elegant setting. Celebrate at Bustan with an unforgettable experience on the Upper West Side.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
487 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024
Area
Upper West Side
Cross street
Between West 83rd & West 84th Streets
Parking Details
Meter parking available
Public transport
By Subway: Take the 1 train to 86th Street, then walk west toward Amsterdam Avenue and south to the restaurant.By Bus: The M11 runs along Amsterdam Avenue, with stops just steps from Bustan.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

BAR HAPPY 2 HOURS (5PM-7PM)
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates available
Sun - Thu - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm,Fri - Sat - 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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
SUNDAYS BRUNCH IS SERVED!!!
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:00 am - 3:30 pm
Join us for our delicious Weekend Brunch, served every Sunday from 11:30am till 3:30pm. There's no better way to start your Sunday than with good food, great company, and a mimosa in hand! Sip... Savor... and Brunch with Us!

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Pita BreadUSD 3.00
Housemade Taboon BreadUSD 3.00
CruditesUSD 5.00
Mixed OlivesUSD 5.00
Spicy PlateUSD 5.00
HummusUSD 9.00
Warm Chickpeas, Schuge
FalafelUSD 9.00
Green & Crispy
Spicy FetaUSD 9.00
Greek Yogurt, Olive Oil, Sumac
TahiniUSD 9.00
Toasted Ground Hulled Sesame
LabnehUSD 9.00
Olive Oil, Za'atar
TzatzikiUSD 9.00
Dill & Cucumber
Batata*USD 7.00
Roasted Sweet Potato, Everything Spice, Sour Cream

Medium Plates

Hummus BowlUSD 14.00
Warm Chickpeas, Schuge
Eggplant CarpaccioUSD 17.00
Fire Roastad Eggplant, Long Hot Pepper, Shallots, Sesame, Pomegranate Molasses, Fresh Herbs
700° F Cabbage*USD 15.00
Tzatziki, Wildflower Honey, Za'atar, Dill
Tuna CrudoUSD 19.00
Olive Oil, Orange Segment, Pistachio, Preserved Lemon, Long Hot Pepper, Celery and Lime Zest
OctopusUSD 24.00
Taboon Baked Potato, Sour Cream, Dill, Cilantro, Scallions
BurrataUSD 19.00
Moroccan Beets, Preserved Lemon, Sumac, Watercress, Jerusalem Artichoke Chips
Little Gem*USD 18.00
Endive, Local Shepherds Basket Cheese, Honeycrisp Apple, Hazelnuts, Mint, Honey Vinaigrette
Cauliflower*USD 18.00
Labneh, Crushed Tomatoes, Sesame
Israeli SaladUSD 18.00
Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Fresh Herbs, Radish, Olives, Tahini, Sumac
Greek SaladUSD 19.00
Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Sweet Pepper, Red Onion, Feta Cheese, Olives

Large Plates

Chicken "Musakhan"USD 29.00
Roasted "Pargit", Taboon Bread, Tahini, Housemade Amba, Watercress, Basil, Sumac, Almonds
Moroccan FishUSD 31.00
Filet of Branzino in Spicy Tomato Sauce, Chickpeas, Cilantro, Tahini. Baked in Bread Dome
Whole DoradeUSD 34.00
Served with Watercress Salad, Roasted Potato and Tatbila Sauce
Kebab HalabiUSD 33.00
Lamb Kebab, Roasted Onion, Tomato, Long Hot Pepper, Tahini, Pistachios. Baked in Bread Dome
SchnitzelUSD 27.00
Crispy Breaded Chicken Breast, Creamy Mashed Potato
Mushrooms "Musakhan"USD 28.00
Taboon Bread, Tahini, Amba, Watercress, Basil, Sumac, Almonds

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Bustan.

4.7

(1793)

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Mediterranean
Manhattan
Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bustan NYC is a culinary delight with "fabulous, creative Mediterranean cuisine." Guests rave about the "excellent Mediterranean style dishes" and diverse menu, including standout options like the branzino and lamb kebab. The restaurant offers a charming garden setting and "excellent service," although it can be "too noisy" at times.

1,793 Reviews

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E Gold
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant. Always a good meal. The people are great.
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Art Gold
Greater Boston92 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This restaurant is truly outstanding. We were very pleased with the ambiance and service, but it was the superb food that made the experience so enjoyable. Every dish was a wonderful blend of flavors and textures. We live out of town and don't get to the Upper West Side often, but when we do we will return here.
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Bradley Gold
Seattle / Eastern Washington5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had a lovely meal here with good service. We ordered some food to share then ordered a little more once we discovered what were liked. The tuna and hummus were both excellent.
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Lydia Gold
Fort Lauderdale11 reviews
3.0
Dined on 25 October 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Moroccon fish had a nice presentation but was bland. Dips were tasty.
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Douglas
New York City10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We and our guests were all very favorably impressed and all agreed that we look forward o our next visit.
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Ania Gold
New York City29 reviews
4.0
Dined on 21 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely dinner and sat in the back which is like an enclosed little garden but it's indoors and heated. It was definitely less noisy in that room. Food was great!
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Loraine Gold
New York City56 reviews
3.0
Dined on 21 October 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Way too loud. Really like the food. But more important to have comfortable conversation.
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Subhash Gold
New York City98 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Their spicy plate and bread is out of this world. The service with Nikolai as sever was excellent too.
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Naomi Gold
New York City32 reviews
4.0
Dined on 14 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent Mediterranean style dishes, authentic and delicious with good choices for vegetarians. Service was wonderful, in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend!
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Carol
New York City2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 7 October 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I was disappointed on many levels. One, I had made a reservation for two but when my guest arrived the maitre d, host at the front desk did not bring my guest to the table. He put her at a separate table and only after I was concerned she had not arrived i discovered her sitting alone in a separate section of the restaurant. The back room was very noisy.
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