Manti Express: Dining | New York

This unassuming spot serves dishes that feel like homemade food in an expressway format. The counter-service kitchen bakes savory samsa, spinach pastries, and meat-filled pastries alongside bowls of shurpa. While the carrot-and-meat plov gets mixed reviews for being overly oily, the menu generally delivers on value. Regulars point to the fast service and sensible portions as reasons it stands out from other local options, offering a straightforward, budget-friendly stop to eat in or take out.