Parallel Restaurant
Founded by three Israeli brothers, this West side, family-friendly eatery gets packed on the weekends. Known for producing their own line of artisanal sesame butters in-house, diners can watch fresh batches of tahini being made (don’t miss the smoky or beet varieties) while wolfing down spicy shakshukas, beautifully composed chopped salads and killer coffees.
Why go: Go for authentic cuisine with a modern twist in an updated industrial space. From homemade sesame butters to herbs grown in the private indoor garden, Parallel is all about transparency and serving quality meals.
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