Highly recommend this gorgeous spot, what a treat! Rushdhun Ramzy Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Aditya Apte
Poor lunch thali. It took over 40 minutes for food to arrive even though we were the only customers at that time. Quality of dishes was sub par, could not even eat half the dishes as they tasted only chillies.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Pavithra gabriel
Great food and atmosphere. The outdoor seating was great. Its covered but transparent. I had just started snowing when we sat there and looked dreamy. Food was a little spicy but still tasted great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Shankar Sriram
The food and service was quite nice. I'm also fairly more critical in my rating considering I grew up eating the food offered here. They staff were hospitable. I would recommend trying the Hoppers and Kochin Kadala Curry along with coconut milk.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Duna Degross Todd
We were very excited to eat at a Sri Lankan restaurant but the restaurant itself did not have any Sri Lankan or Indian vibes. Very disappointed to see that there were no Asian culture in there. The food was okay. Nothing too special.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 4
RitMan
Great food and good service... Works definitely go back here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Qiangqin Lin
Extremely long waiting times. The service attitude wasn't very good either. The atmosphere was just so-so.
Radha Amalraj
The best Indian food in NY hands down! Standout is their Sunday banana leaf thali.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Nina Devas
Had another wonderful dinner at Lungi! The food is consistently delicious. Our waiter, Ahmed, was extremely knowledgable about the menu and offered great recommendations; we appreciated his warm and welcoming demeanor! We'll definitely be returning soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Noel Gunasekar
Food was 6 out of 5! It was so good. Ambur mutton Biriyani was authentic and tasted great! Poricha Kozhi and Kothu were amazing. I usually eat less spicy, spice level matches exactly what you get in India, a little more than what I could handle but the taste was so good that I didn’t mind it and kept digging for more. Staff were very polite and service was good. Overall a great experience. Best authentic South Indian food in NYC!
I just had to write and say how truly exceptional my experience at Lungi was. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the warm and inviting atmosphere — it’s clear this isn’t just any restaurant, it’s a place where passion for food and hospitality truly shine through.
Every dish we tried was a delight — bold, authentic flavors that transported me straight to the vibrant streets of South India and Sri Lanka. The creativity and care in the menu — from crave-worthy hoppers to rich, soul-satisfying curries and beautifully balanced sides — were nothing short of spectacular. Lungi has mastered a rare balance: food that’s deeply rooted in tradition yet presented with a freshness and finesse that feels completely modern and elevated.
The service was impeccable — attentive, friendly, and genuinely enthusiastic about sharing the stories behind the dishes. Every recommendation felt thoughtful and personal, which made the experience even more memorable.
And being recognized with a Michelin Bib Gourmand only confirms what I already knew: Lungi delivers incredible quality and value with every bite. The culinary craftsmanship here is worthy of celebration, and I’m already planning my next visit. 
Bravo to the team — truly one of the most exciting and delicious dining experiences in NYC.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rachel Rambarran
Amith was our server/host he was very kind. Explained everything we asked about perfectly. Gave us wonderful recommendation. The food was amazing. My fiance is Sri Lankan and enjoyed everything we got!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sandy Nathan
Very disappointed with our dinner experience. The food was below average, and we were strongly encouraged to order one main per person for our party of five, with the explanation that portions were meant for one individual. We decided to order a few dishes first and quickly realized the portions were actually large enough to share. The food itself was just passable, and when we shared our feedback, the server seemed uninterested. Overall, not worth the price.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
ThatKid
Horrible everything don’t waste your time here
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Anindita Basu
Great food and very kind, helpful staff. I asked for recommendation and they offered, which was great. The jackfruit curry was finger licking good. Crab curry was awesome too. The appams were favorite amongst the kids. Desserts were nice. Not a big fan of the mocktail drink. Either way, will be there again when we are back to the city.
Highly recommend this gorgeous spot, what a treat! Rushdhun Ramzy Thank you
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Poor lunch thali. It took over 40 minutes for food to arrive even though we were the only customers at that time. Quality of dishes was sub par, could not even eat half the dishes as they tasted only chillies.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great food and atmosphere. The outdoor seating was great. Its covered but transparent. I had just started snowing when we sat there and looked dreamy. Food was a little spicy but still tasted great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The food and service was quite nice. I'm also fairly more critical in my rating considering I grew up eating the food offered here. They staff were hospitable. I would recommend trying the Hoppers and Kochin Kadala Curry along with coconut milk.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
We were very excited to eat at a Sri Lankan restaurant but the restaurant itself did not have any Sri Lankan or Indian vibes. Very disappointed to see that there were no Asian culture in there. The food was okay. Nothing too special.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 4
Great food and good service... Works definitely go back here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Extremely long waiting times. The service attitude wasn't very good either. The atmosphere was just so-so.
The best Indian food in NY hands down! Standout is their Sunday banana leaf thali.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Had another wonderful dinner at Lungi! The food is consistently delicious. Our waiter, Ahmed, was extremely knowledgable about the menu and offered great recommendations; we appreciated his warm and welcoming demeanor! We'll definitely be returning soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was 6 out of 5! It was so good. Ambur mutton Biriyani was authentic and tasted great! Poricha Kozhi and Kothu were amazing. I usually eat less spicy, spice level matches exactly what you get in India, a little more than what I could handle but the taste was so good that I didn’t mind it and kept digging for more. Staff were very polite and service was good. Overall a great experience. Best authentic South Indian food in NYC!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I just had to write and say how truly exceptional my experience at Lungi was. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the warm and inviting atmosphere — it’s clear this isn’t just any restaurant, it’s a place where passion for food and hospitality truly shine through.
Every dish we tried was a delight — bold, authentic flavors that transported me straight to the vibrant streets of South India and Sri Lanka. The creativity and care in the menu — from crave-worthy hoppers to rich, soul-satisfying curries and beautifully balanced sides — were nothing short of spectacular. Lungi has mastered a rare balance: food that’s deeply rooted in tradition yet presented with a freshness and finesse that feels completely modern and elevated.
The service was impeccable — attentive, friendly, and genuinely enthusiastic about sharing the stories behind the dishes. Every recommendation felt thoughtful and personal, which made the experience even more memorable.
And being recognized with a Michelin Bib Gourmand only confirms what I already knew: Lungi delivers incredible quality and value with every bite. The culinary craftsmanship here is worthy of celebration, and I’m already planning my next visit. 
Bravo to the team — truly one of the most exciting and delicious dining experiences in NYC.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amith was our server/host he was very kind. Explained everything we asked about perfectly. Gave us wonderful recommendation. The food was amazing. My fiance is Sri Lankan and enjoyed everything we got!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very disappointed with our dinner experience. The food was below average, and we were strongly encouraged to order one main per person for our party of five, with the explanation that portions were meant for one individual. We decided to order a few dishes first and quickly realized the portions were actually large enough to share. The food itself was just passable, and when we shared our feedback, the server seemed uninterested. Overall, not worth the price.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Horrible everything don’t waste your time here
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Great food and very kind, helpful staff. I asked for recommendation and they offered, which was great. The jackfruit curry was finger licking good. Crab curry was awesome too. The appams were
favorite amongst the kids. Desserts were nice. Not a big fan of the mocktail drink. Either way, will be there again when we are back to the city.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
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