Inside Malka, The Restaurant Brand Making Kosher Cuisine Cool

"Malka, the authentic Israeli restaurant from celebrity chef Eyal Shani, now has four locations-Tel Aviv, Manhattan's Upper West Side, DUMBO in Brooklyn, and West Palm Beach. The concept blends elevated dining with kosher culinary traditions, introducing a lively, contemporary energy that feels worlds away from the restrained kosher restaurants many diners might expect."

"The West Palm Beach location in particular is a love letter to Israel. Designed by architect More Gelfand of Tel Aviv's Kimmel Eshkolot Architects, the space features Jerusalem stone-like marble, Corten metal elements and a dramatic wall made from 24,000 perforated concrete blocks sourced from Israel. Lush greenery and a Mediterranean-inspired outdoor garden anchored by an olive tree add to the atmosphere, creating a biophilic haven."

"The kitchen is framed by a custom GrillWorks open-fire wood-burning grill outfitted with hibachi grills, flat tops, rotisserie skewers and a smoking cabinet. The menu reflects this setup with sections like Knife Works, Cast Iron Works and Fire Works. Standout dishes include a charred pumpkin steak from the hibachi grill, whole fish roasted over intense flames and black bean masabacha showered with vegetables."

Malka is an upscale Israeli restaurant concept by celebrity chef Eyal Shani with locations in Tel Aviv, Manhattan's Upper West Side, Brooklyn's DUMBO, and West Palm Beach. The restaurant challenges conventional expectations of kosher dining by offering an electric, contemporary atmosphere with sophisticated cocktails, wine, and spirits alongside authentic Israeli cuisine. The West Palm Beach location exemplifies the brand's design philosophy, featuring Jerusalem stone-like marble, Corten metal, and 24,000 perforated concrete blocks imported from Israel. A custom open-fire wood-burning grill with hibachi grills, flat tops, rotisserie skewers, and smoking cabinet anchors the kitchen. The menu organizes dishes into sections like Knife Works, Cast Iron Works, and Fire Works, featuring standout items such as charred pumpkin steak, whole roasted fish, and signature schnitzel.

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