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  • 4/5 Shreya K. 1 year ago on Google
    Small vegetarian restaurant with delicious Israeli food! I shared the hummus platter and got a falafel sandwich for myself. I definitely recommend splitting the hummus platter with a few people since its a lot of hummus for just 2. My favorite flavors were the tahini and mushroom. The falafel sandwich was super tasty and the fries on the side were very crispy. I also really liked their house hot sauce, which was a green herbs paste. For dessert, I got the vanilla rose flan which was plated nicely but unfortunately tasted a bit too artificially flavored. Overall a great spot if you’re looking for a quick and filling meal in UWS!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melissa K. 2 years ago on Google
    What a gorgeous day New York City! Been wanting to come to Hummus Place for a while and had the chance to sit outside and lunch today. Fantastic service, delicious, freshly prepared food served in a timely fashion. Mint iced tea, chick pea hummus, falafel balls with warm pita bread. Turkish coffee and Mediterranean flan. I’ll be back. Highly recommend.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cameron H. 2 years ago on Google
    Background: I generally never liked hummus and they actually forgot a dish, BUT THEY STILL GET 5 STARS!!! I should have taken a picture before but I started inhaling the food. They must have put some uncut crack in this because it was just amazing. We got the hummus platter, falafel sandwich and some sangria - none of it disappointed. Service was phenomenal and the place was very clean. I'm kind of glad they forgot the order because it just gives me ever more reason to go back. I can also now say I love falafel! Telling my friends about this cozy little spot as well ⭐️ ⭐⭐⭐⭐
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Patrícia 1 year ago on Google
    The food at this establishment is truly fantastic, and the service is top-notch as well. It's definitely worth making the trip to visit. The portions are huge, and I highly recommend trying the falafel and eggplant dishes!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alan V. 10 months ago on Google
    Pretty good food at decent prices at this vegetarian only place that knows how to make healthier yet tasty dishes. They have a decent amount of indoor and outdoor seating. Got the shakshuka and it was really good and paired well with their soft pita. The Malabi was also really good.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dan C. 7 months ago on Google • 342 reviews
    Basic but serviceable atmosphere. Staff is friendly and efficient. I got the hummus platter. In description it sounds more modest than it is. It was huge. It's about an hour after eating and I'm still super stuffed. And I didn't even finish it. Anyway, if you want your hummus fix head here
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maddy A. 7 months ago on Google • 259 reviews
    This place was a random pick for dinner and was disappointed when there was no meat on the menu. Surprisingly all the dishes were delicious and we just ordered more and more. Tried Eggplant shakshuka for the first time and it was good and it is similar to Indian eggplant curry with eggs. Even though their fresh juice seems pricey, it’s totally worth trying.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew D. 4 months ago on Google • 632 reviews
    A hidden gem (or maybe not) that’s well worth the experience for the price and quality alone. We came here after walking around the neighborhood and was able to get a seat right away on a Sunday evening. Everything was delicious and came out fresh. The wait was a little long but there were quite a few people out. Would highly recommend this place - can’t wait to come back soon!

  • 5/5 Nelson S. 6 months ago on Google • 207 reviews
    If you're craving for hummus, this is the place to go. It's one of the best I've ever had. The falafel was also delicious with a lot sauce. I'm not usually a fan of it, but this one made we want to have more. It was a great find for us since just found it off Google Maps as we were looking for a place for Hummus. We're so happy to have found the Hummus Place. One of the highlight or our trip. Thanks to the staff for the friendly service!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Iris P. 4 months ago on Google • 192 reviews
    their brunch platters are amazing — generous portions for just $25 per person. the place is small in a partially underground space. came in on sunday at opening time and there was plenty of tables and fast service. got the shakshuka with eggplant and spinach and it was divine. excellent hummus as well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Scott N. 6 months ago on Google • 127 reviews
    Highly recommend the egg sabich sandwich. Very filling, tasty, and healthy. The sauce that came with the fries was great too. Perfect for a New York quick bite. Hummus was delicious too, with a stronger hint of tahini.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bhakti D. 5 months ago on Google • 500 reviews
    Great place with good options. Went in for a Sunday brunch. Got an eggplant shakshuka which tasted great. The quantity was great for the price and good for two people. Also got a hot house tea, a good combination with the food.

  • 4/5 A M (Anthony & M. 7 months ago on Google • 23 reviews
    At the Hummus Hub on the Upper West Side, chickpea dreams take the stage. This place, amid city chaos, promises creamy indulgence and hummus escapades. My boyfriend and I on a Saturday afternoon scored an outdoor table right away – a jackpot for any city dweller. Even though our waitress wasn't an example of great service, literally handed us napkins and spray to clean the table as we got seated, we didn't let it ruin our experience. Surrounded by friendly folks, the sun took the spotlight, officially marking its territory as brunch heaven. I opted for the Mallawach dish that won me over at $20 – an edible treasure trove. My boyfriend went for the Shakshuka thrill at $18 – eggs and spice galore. Each bite was full of flavor. Healthy and affordable – Free OJ and tea with your entree, what a bonus! NYC's secret culinary gem. Quick as a New York minute, The Hummus Place is a NYC must!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jie P. 1 year ago on Google
    This place surprised me when I first time came here to have a Mediterranean dinner even though everything was vegetarian! It was sooo good! We ordered Hummus; cauliflower, beet salad, and roasted eggplant! However, the second time here, the brunch smoked salmon was not good enough though - I DON'T recommend ordering it; My Friend said the roasted eggplant one was good though. Would recommend it here for a healthy Mediterranean meal!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Prerna J. 1 year ago on Google
    This place a small cozy place with fast service and tasty food. The portion size were decent and the falafel platter & hummus platter are a must try. The taboleh salad was also a good choice. The Mediterranean mojito is very refreshing. A nice place on west side for good food which isn’t to heavy on pocket.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Omer H. 2 years ago on Google
    Great Israeli restaurant! The shakshuka was very good and the hummus as well (although the hummus portion is a bit small).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Life is G. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this place… great Humus place they offer very nice launch specials very cozy and feel like home.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Frances Dominique De Simone C. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was delicious! We had hummus masabacha and a falafel sandwich. Both came with a side (soup, hummus, or green salad). It was great and fast attention.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Igor B. 2 years ago on Google
    Having tried hummus and other Israeli staples at tons of places, including Israel, I have to say here they were by far the best in my experience. I am sure some people will claim the same for other places but I would urge them to give this place a try. We are going to be back to try their shakshuka for brunch this Sunday. I am sure it will pass the test too!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 bill d. 2 years ago on Google
    Sold hummus and related dishes. Spicing is lacking. Though added hot salsa is very good. Lentil soup was poor though the squash soup was great. Falafel was excellent and service was pleasant.

  • 4/5 Elliot H. 4 months ago on Google
    Delicious food, great as a casual lunch or dinner spot. Had the falafel platter which came with humus, vegetables, falafel, and 3 pita breads. Ended up being too much for lunch but the service was super helpful and gave me a takeaway box and bag. I will be back!

  • 5/5 Brooks 2 years ago on Google
    Fresh, delicious, and great service. Falafel, hummus, couscous, sangria were all fantastically delicious. And everything on the menu is vegetarian!

  • 5/5 Allen J. 2 years ago on Google
    Veggie burger plate was great. Hummus with chickpeas and olive oil also very good. Warm, thick pita was delicious and good vehicle for scooping up the hummus. There were several tempting hummus plate alternatives. Good place for vegetarians. Outside dining easier for some people as inside location is down several stairs.

  • 5/5 Manuel R. 5 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Great restaurant! The service was really good. The restaurant is small, by cozy. We order the brunch menu, which includes a main dish + hummus + bread + salad + fries + coffee or tea + orange juice. The shakshuka was AMAZING, as well as the hummus and the fries. I would definitely recommend this restaurant as a breakfast option. Great food, great price and great service.

  • 5/5 Samantha M. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing and delicious! Absolutely loved it! I will definitely be back! :)

  • 5/5 Gabrielle H. 2 years ago on Google
    The most delicious, flavorful hummus I've had. So much flavor. Fries are amazing!

  • 5/5 Barbara B. 2 years ago on Google
    My son and I loved it! We both have food allergies and dinning out can be a struggle for us. We both found great choices here!

  • 5/5 Steve 1 year ago on Google
    Great experience! The food was what I was thinking expecting, delicious and not too heavy, especially for lunch. The staff was friendly and the food was made very fast. Best of all I spent less than $30 for a decent sized lunch for one person. Lastly, the restaurant is in a nice neighborhood and not too far from the Natural History Museum. It's an 11 minute walk but you'll get to see the beautiful neighborhood too.

  • 5/5 Cindy C. 1 year ago on Google
    One of my girlfriends and I have been going to the Hummus Place for years. This time, we did outdoor dining. The food and service were great. I got the hummus with mushroom, which was delicious and very filling.

  • 5/5 Alex J. 1 year ago on Google
    Accidentally, I found this place on my way from the American Museum of Natural History. I consider myself to be fond of Mediterranean cuisine since the beginning of the pandemic. I should admit that the hummus platter turned out to be quite large for one to deal with, but so amazingly delicious that I paused, only having finished the fourth flavor with mushrooms. I have never thought that someone would supercede the Presidio KEBAB in San Francisco in serving hummus. But the Hummus Place did. Baklava was very good, too, but, subjectively, could be softer.

  • 5/5 Sergio S. 11 months ago on Google
    Perfect brunch with hummus. Coffee and juice are included 👌 Very tasty place😋 Prices are $20 for each. Recommend👍

  • 5/5 Jennifer L. 11 months ago on Google
    Such a gem in the upper west side. We were hungry after spending the morning in Natural History Museum and decided to look for a place nearby. It’s a small and cozy restaurant with wonderful outdoor seating! We god the eggplant shakshuka and a brunch option. They were quite generous with the portions and it was delicious! I really enjoyed the shakshuka and the Turkish tea. It’s very popular, so the staff be get quite busy; be sure to have some amount of time to eat. Alternatively, you could do takeout. Wonderful experience, would come again!

  • 5/5 CsabaJ 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely delicious, Vegan options available, big portions, fast service. Outside place had roof and windshield, heater but also fans. There was a restroom as well next to the kitchen. Paid 20usd for the large plates (hummus plate, falafel plate).. received large portions, could not finish our plates although were super hungry. Definetly recommend trying it out.

  • 4/5 Denys D. 9 months ago on Google
    Hummus Place is a good option to have Hummus and Falafel dishes. Is it the best falafel place hands down? No. The Hummus is very good though. I found that everything had a touch too much Salt. The main concern I had was also the price - everything is just too expensive without a justified reason. Would I come here again? Yes I would.

  • 5/5 Gourmand 1 year ago on Google
    Wow. This place has some of the best falafel and shakshuka I’ve had! I highly suggest going for brunch on a weekend as they have some options that come with a combination of several things. We got one of their brunch shakshukas (2 eggs in a tomato sauce) as well as a side order of babaganoush (eggplant dip) and falafel (fried chickpea balls). The main dish came with sides of salad, hummus, pita, roasted potatoes, orange juice, and your choice of coffee or tea. It is a great value for what you get. The hummus is excellent - so smooth and lightly seasoned so you can enjoy the freshness of the ingredients. Paired with pillowy-soft pita, it’s an excellent side. The salad is good - nothing too special about it. Roasted potatoes are good - nothing special about this either. Shakshuka is amazing. The eggs are served over easy, and a generous amount of piping hot and chunky tomato sauce are spread all around. I highly suggest cutting the eggs to let the egg yolk mix with the tomato sauce and cook a little with it. This dish doesn’t have too many spices as you are really supposed to enjoy the simple flavors of the eggs and tomatoes. The falafel was excellent. Some of the best falafel I have had. So soft and moist on the inside and excellent flavors, including the little sauces they put on the plate itself. The babaganoush was good. Nothing to mind blowing from other ones I’ve tried around the city. Personally I don’t think the quality of this that you get is worth the nine dollars that you pay. In the end, this was an excellent restaurant to enjoy some really good food. I definitely recommended if you are in the area!


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    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible seating
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