The Nine Days are a perfect time to explore some of North America’s most unique kosher dairy restaurants, especially those that are still relatively under the radar. Whether you’re looking for Israeli pastries, Italian brunches, or South Indian vegetarian fare, this list features newer and lesser-known dairy spots across major Jewish communities.
To best find and map out these restaurants, make sure you have our KosherNearMe app downloaded to your phone.
Los Angeles
Bo‑Re‑Kas
This Israeli-inspired pastry café specializes in bourekas, flaky hand-held pastries filled with cheese, potato, truffle mushrooms, and more. Each dish is served with tomato pulp, house pickles, and schug. It’s an affordable and flavorful stop for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, now with three locations in the Valley.
Locations & Addresses:
- 15030 Ventura Blvd, Ste 25, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
- 5530 Van Nuys Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
- 19714 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Kosher Certification: Rabbinical Council of California (RCC)
South Florida
Florentin Bakery and Cafe
A modern Israeli bakery with a creative café-style menu, Florentine is beloved for its fresh pastries, breads, sandwiches, and beautifully plated dairy fare. A great casual option for any meal of the day.
Address: 3000 Stirling Rd ste 140, Hollywood, FL 33021
Kosher Certification: ORB
Moran Patisserie
An upscale French-style patisserie infused with Israeli flavor, Moran offers meticulously made croissants, cakes, and café dishes in a chic setting. Ideal for both coffee dates and light meals.
Address: 4820 SW 28th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Kosher Certification: ORB
Montreal
La Notte
Known for its stylish setting and upscale dairy menu, La Notte serves Italian-influenced fare including pasta, pizza, and creative brunch plates. It’s a favorite for Shabbat-friendly weekend dining.
Address: 6777 Côte-des-Neiges Rd, Montreal, QC H3S 2B2, Canada
Kosher Certification: MK (Montreal Kosher)
Boston Area
Lehrhaus
Lehrhaus is a one-of-a-kind Jewish tavern and learning space combining dairy dining with intellectual and cultural programming. Guests enjoy everything from local cheese boards to smoked fish plates, often alongside a discussion, class, or book launch.
Address: 425 Washington St, Somerville, MA 02143
Kosher Certification: KVH Kosher
New Jersey
Cafe Demi
A cozy café operated by two sisters, Cafe Demi features beautifully plated dairy dishes, baked goods, and beverages in a warm, modern setting. A charming neighborhood favorite in Teaneck.
Address: 185 W Englewood Ave, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Kosher Certification: RCBC (Rabbinical Council of Bergen County)
New York
Lox Cafe
Lox operates two museum café locations—one at the Jewish Museum on the Upper East Side and another in Battery Park. Known for smoked fish and artisan sandwiches, the rotating menu includes many unexpected, elevated options.
Addresses:
- 1109 5th Ave, New York, NY 10128 (Jewish Museum)
- 36 Battery Pl, New York, NY 10280 (Jewish Heritage Museum)
Kosher Certification: OU
Taboonia
An Israeli Druze-style dairy eatery in Midtown Manhattan just steps from Penn Station, Taboonia specializes in bourekas, lachuch, and other unique flatbread-style dishes. It’s a casual spot with bold Middle Eastern flavors.
Address: 2 W 33rd St, New York, NY 10001
Kosher Certification: IKC (International Kosher Council)
Castell’s Italian
Castell’s offers upscale dairy Italian dining with a cinematic ambiance, featuring pastas tossed inside cheese wheels, plated risottos, and elegant desserts. A standout experience in Brooklyn.
Address: 1919 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230
Kosher Certification: Tarnopol Kashrus
Capri Cafe
A cozy dairy café in the Five Towns perfect for brunches, lunches, or special occasions. Capri’s plated salads, pastas, and pastries are well-executed and served in a relaxed yet elevated space.
Address: 1034 Broadway, Woodmere, NY 11598
Kosher Certification: Vaad HaKashrus of the Five Towns and Far Rockaway
Chennai Dosas
A rare gem offering kosher South Indian vegetarian fare on Long Island. Chennai Dosas is known for its massive crispy dosas, flavorful curries, and chutneys—all made fresh in-house.
Address: 416 S Broadway, Hicksville, NY 11801
Kosher Certification: Rabbi Asher Schechter
To best find and map out these restaurants, make sure you have our KosherNearMe app downloaded to your phone.
