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MEZZA One word: Hummus. You need
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powerofafish tank to entertain children, especially if you are waiting forfood toarrive, or lingering after dessert. The atmosphereatthis
Greek restaurant is itself familial, with waitresses treating children as honored guests insteadofnuisances.
The food, however, is next level. The
Supreme Salad is beyond the garden variety, and the Sparta Salad offers a bounty of fresh avocado. The Shrimp
Mykonos isexcellent, while the variety of pitas and panini and mozzarella sticks for the lessadventurous offspring provides insurance policies on pickier nights. You’ ll leave happy and comfortable, filled with authentic food. • 650 W. Westwood Ave.,
River Vale,( 201) 358-4747, spartataverna. com
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to go to Mezza and getthe hummus. The pita, which was described to me as half-baked in Israel, finished hereso it is fresh and piping hot, works perfectly with ahummus so creamy it can be described as pudding-esque. Get your kids into hummus with this, but be forewarned: all other hummus will pale in comparison ever after. Every topping for the pita is worth your time, with extraplaudits for the roasted Greek eggplant. And afalafel pita is an easy meal for the kids while you enjoy abeef short rib bowl or salmon burger in arestaurant decorated to make you feel transported. The restaurant’ s wall of candles will mesmerize your children. If you’ re looking for privacy, there’ seven atable for larger families or groups thatcan be curtained off in |
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