Some NYC Armenian restaurants stick to traditional entrees.
Though New York City's roster of Armenian restaurants isn't as plentiful as it has been in past decades, discerning foodies still seek out authentic Armenian cuisine, known for its flavorful simplicity and savory dishes. Intrepid Big Apple diners will indeed find a few hidden Armenian eateries---if they know where to look.
Armenia Restaurant
Armenia Restaurant in the heart of Brooklyn features an extensive and authentic Armenian menu served in an open, modern and elegant environment. The kitchen offers traditional Armenian dishes such as dolma (stuffed vegetables), calf liver, kyufta (meatballs) and shish kebab accented by Armenian-style salmon and trout. This restaurant also features standbys such as yogurt soup, borsch, bozbash (mutton soup), bean salad and Armenian dessert pastries. On the beverage end, meals are coupled with Armenian coffee, Jermuk mineral water and a respectable regional wine list. On most nights, local musicians including (Armenian violinist Hovannes Meghrikyan) perform live music and encourage patrons to dance. In addition to single menu items, Armenia Restaurant features multicourse banquet meals. Make reservations over the phone or online.
Armenia Restaurant
1794 Sheepshead Bay Road
Brooklyn, New York, NY 11235
718-648-2121
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Sevan
Sevan restaurant in Queens serves Armenian cuisine in a cozy environment. In addition to the restaurant, Sevan connects to a delicatessen, bakery and grocery store section, for those seeking Armenian food to prepare at home. Lunch and dinner menu items at Sevan include traditional dishes such as tanabour (yogurt soup), manti (beef dumplings in garlic tomato sauce), shish kebab, lahmajun (flatbread), Armenian-style barbecue with vegetables, hummus, tabbouleh (finely chopped herb salad) and carrot salad. An Armenian wine list accents the main courses, while a small stage provides live entertainment.
Sevan
21607 Horace Harding Expressway
Bayside, NY 11364
718-281-0004
Garden Bay Café
At this informal Armenian café in Brooklyn, outdoor tables overlook a green garden complete with a waterfall. Much of the Armenian cuisine at this New York café comes off the grill, including their blackened trout (recommended by the Village Voice newspaper), lamb chops with onions, shish kebabs and double-thick pork chops in red sauce. The menu also features noodle purses and satsiva (cold chicken salad with walnut sauce), and though the offerings are meat-heavy, vegetarian selections include eggplant flutes, seasoned fried potatoes and cheese dishes.
Garden Bay Café
1788 Sheepshead Bay Road
Brooklyn, NY 11235
718-648-2225
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