253 Church St, New York, NY 10013

For nearly a decade, Tara Kitchen has served Moroccan food that's for everyone. It's worldly but accessible comfort food packed with flavor. Vibrant, not fiery, it's seasoned with spices that reflect Morocco's history as a cultural crossroad and celebrated Chef Aneesa Waheed's talent for building beautifully balanced flavors out of unexpected combinations. Signature tagines�stews featuring chicken, lamb, or seafood, and a variety of veggies�are fragrant with earthy cumin, coriander, turmeric, and paprika. Fruits like dried figs and apricots, as well as prunes and local blueberries add subtle sweetness, and olives, a salty pop. Herbs like mint, fenugreek, and parsley add finishing touches. It all comes together in a magical (and kid-friendly!) way that's outright addictive, like a culinary hug.