50 Best Indian Restaurants in New York

“- the amruud drink was strong and actually came with a slice amruud, like a guava marg?
- the raita drink was v refreshing
- lamb Parcha was so yum and tender
- the ananas paneer was so soft, you can eat the pineapples separately if u wish lol
- the chicken mappas was v mid compared to the rest of the food!“

“Best food ever“

“Had an amazing dinner at Junoon! The atmosphere is elegant and cozy. The staff was friendly and knew the menu well. Every dish was full of rich, authentic flavors, and the presentation was beautiful. Loved the creative desserts too. Definitely a top spot for Indian fine dining in NYC!“

“It was a wonderful experience after quite a shitty day. Elie was super helpful with her recommendations. The sea bass special was delicious (kiss the chef!). It was busy, but the service was fast and prices reasonable. We even received gulab jamun on the house in the end. We really needed that gesture, lol. Would highly recommend.“

“After eating so much (pizza etc )we needed to eat something different, spicy and booked this gem,as it as near to our hotel. It was also our 40th wedding anniversary. We are from U.K. This was amazing perfectly cooked tasty home made authentic Indian cuisine. We had mocktails ( lavender was refreshing ). The tandoori lamb chops x4 were full meat seasoned beautifully and delicious. All other sides perfect too. Now in U.K. we hate restaurant Indian puddings they are usually bought in and awful/failure. After finding out the chef is the owner and a recipient Michelin star we were convinced to stay,try and this was the first time we have had authentic home made puddings; try Kulfi with rose water & also Indian rice pudding. The whole meal was exceptional great value and we will recommend this restaurant to anyone else visiting New York. Easy to find off Times Square /Broadway. Thanks for the rendition “ congratulations “ for our 40th. You are great ! A little gem of authenticity in big New York !“

“We got the triple schewan rice and noodles mix and vegetable manchurian gravy, both were delicious! It satisfied our indo-chinese cravings!
The service was prompt and ambience is good!
The only minus is the quantity of dishes which is pretty less for the price we pay.“

“Went here on a recent trip and had a good time. The Sharabi chicken tikka and ajwaini prawns were amazing and set the expectations really high for the main course. Sadly the Butter Chicken and Aloo Gobhi kofta were quite mid. I have had better at other regular non descript spots. Also ordered the Dal Makhani which was really good. Would definitely go back for the cocktails and appetizers but would skip the main course next time around.“

“Incredible restaurant and food! Chandu had great service and overall highly recommend!“

“We were seeing a Broadway show nearby this place. Wife and I wanted Indian food and Googled. This restaurant got great reviews and decided on this joint. Our hotel was about 1.5 miles and decided to walk it to work an appetite, it was well worth it. We ordered Chicken Biryani and Goat Vindaloo, my go to dish for rating Indian restaurants. We also ordered a Fried Sweet Potato Appetizer, Buttered Naan and Mango Lassis. Food tasted delicious and authentic. Good portions, Staff was attentive and accommodating, we packed and left our leftovers and picked it up after the show.“

“The staff is genuinely welcoming attentive. We ordered butter chicken which was creamy and rich with just the right kick of spice. highly recommend“

“Veerays isn't just a restaurant. It's a story.

Treat yourself to this atmospheric speakeasy space that also has magnificent food.

Sit in the red velvet booths, enjoying fresh Naan and spectacular paneer.

The drinks are lovely and so special.

The flavors and atmosphere will add to your own story.

Want something extra divine?

Go during lunch. At one point, we had private dining.

Oh what a story!“

“Great food , specially the veg curry, non veg curry and nan . We took Kadhai chicken, nizami paneer and both were excellent. House special Boneless chicken biryani and paneer biryani were average. overall great clean place, ample seating space , great service and very decent price. Will recommend to anyone looking for authentic and tasty Indian food in manhattan“

“Good People - Great Food - just Go! Food so Fresh!“

“AMANDEEP SINGH! you are ONE HECK OF A HOST! 5 million stars for this guy! he suggested us the food we should order, literally changed our WHOLE order, and ..... and.... we L O V E D it! he is an amazing host, a whole hearted man, fun to be around, and his food is out of this world. I am glad we came to this restaurant. We are gonna come again. My date night, ended with the best food I had in NY so far. Cheers for the restaurant, and double cheers for Amandeep“

“Semma in New York City is widely celebrated for its heritage-focused approach, bringing rare and authentic Southern Indian flavors to a stylish, relaxed setting.“

“I had a wonderful experience at Veeray da Dhaba. The food was packed with authentic Punjabi flavors and tasted just like a home-cooked meal. The butter chicken was rich and flavorful, the biryani was perfectly seasoned, and the naan was fresh and soft. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the staff was attentive and friendly. A fantastic spot for anyone craving delicious North Indian cuisine in NYC.“

“Excellent hospitality looks like you entered your home. Food was extraordinary very yummy especially pineapple curry. Every dishes amazing and very tasty. After main course we didn’t have room to eat dessert but they offered to taste some it’s delicious. I recommended please visit excellent food and excellent service you didn’t disappoint for that. Good value of money. Definitely we will go again.“

“Very good food quality like the taste“

“the customer service was amazing! I’ll definitely be recommending this place to others“

“Really enjoyed my experience here. The food was delicious, flavorful, and well-balanced, with just the right amount of spice. The staff were warm and welcoming, and the service was excellent. They even kindly offered a complimentary dessert, which was a lovely touch. Overall, a great experience with tasty food and friendly service. Would definitely come back!“

“Great food, great service and value for the money. Great atmosphere“

“waiter was good food was too good.not expensive..like it“

“Truely Homely Indian food“

“amazing food and service. thank you!“

“Butter chicken, goat doori kebab is to die for. Roomali Roti - just had it after ages. No doubt NYC has an Indian restaurant which can compete with the likes of Dum Pukht in India.“

“Location : Right on the corner but park king is difficult to find just as it is in NY

Food : Relishing food with wide menu of veg & nob veg and drinks ( cocktails & mocktails), well prepared and presented
Staff : Courteous and prompt service

Wheelchair accessible

Good for all age groups
Especially good for indian food lovers“

“Delicious authentic Indian cuisine with flavours actually doing a dhamaka - explosion of flavors as you eat it. Great service. One feedback - for such a happening restaurant the restroom is quite shoddy“

“Siddharth took great care of us and recommended great options for our dietary restrictions. We loved the chicken seekh kebab, lychee ceviche, bhindi, and paneer razala. The paan negroni was strong and tasty. Venue is beautiful and well decorated.“

“Chola is easily the best Indian restaurant in all of Manhattan and Northern Jersey. My wife and I drive in bi-weekly for their awesome food and ever changing menu. The staff is incredible and friendly, we've gotten to know them all and consider them personal friends at this point. Any time we can, we take friends and family to Chola. It's is the best!“

“Food was fabulous. We had a large party and tried their lamb chops, Okra, daal and bbq chicken with real charcoal flavor. Fresh tandoori roti just made everything better.show stopper was the gulab jamun créme burlee. I visit aroqa eventide I am in NYC. Their drinks are next level, taste and presentation both.“

“Absolutely essential neighborhood gem. I honestly don’t know what I’d do without this place. It’s my favorite Indian restaurant in the neighborhood and I’m there all the time. The tiki aloo chaat and samosas are my go to starters - super tasty, super reliable, never miss.

The grill dishes are always on point too. The tandoori chicken hits every time: juicy, smoky, just really good. And the butter chicken… best in the city. I order it every single visit without fail. If you like some real heat, the lamb vindaloo is a standout and definitely brings it.

Plus it’s BYO!!! which makes it perfect for a chill dinner with friends. Total neighborhood staple.“

“Between the confusing menu and the long time that I waited for my roll, I was ready to write this place off, but the food is delicious. I had the ghost chicken roll and it's more flavorful than spicy. They could add more sides to the menu - something with a vegetable in it, so that I can make it a full meal. Otherwise, it's a bit pricey for a product that seems like it's in the snack category.

Really good though, I'd come back.“

“Amazing and Awesome Food.“

“Excellent food and friendly service“

“What an amazing experience! The food was absolutely 10/10—everything was fresh, flavorful, and delicious.

A special thank you to Neela, who was so kind and welcoming. I don’t eat Indian food very often, so she took the time to recommend the perfect dishes for me to try. Her suggestions were spot on, and I loved every bite!

The mango yogurt drink was incredibly refreshing and the perfect complement to the meal.

If you’re looking for great food and exceptional service, definitely stop by and ask for Neela. She’ll make sure you have a wonderful dining experience!“

“this is a neighborhood restaurant for me. However, it most certainly is worth the drive from other parts of the County as it feels warm ( beautiful ambiance , down lighting) while feeling very homey. The owners supervise the superb food and are as friendly as can be. This translates to a complete experience. Tandori dishes are cooked the old-fashioned way with charcoal or wood( grandfathered in). The curries are great, the bar varied, and the naan superb. Everything tastes homemade, is made to order, and not part of a production line. Thank you again: my friends loved it and will be back again with their own families....“

“Got the butter chicken, dal makhani, and tandori chicken. The tandori chicken was very good. The butter chicken was also good but the chicken was a bit overcooked and tough. The dal was pretty good but not my favorite. The masala chai was ok a bit watery for me“

“Good all around Good food,good atmosphere“

“Highly Recommend Benares who loves authentic Indian delicious dishes. Plenty variety, great options to choose from, you will certainly like their food and great staff. Great fast service !! The food was incredible & it made us so happy!!“

“Amazing food, service. Family owned. Love it here.“

“Good food reasonable prices highly recommend it“

“Amazing service and amazing food! My favorites were the chicken tikka and the mango lassi 🙂“

“Absolutely amazing experience! Great food! Awesome service!! We will be back!!!“

“The food was plentiful and so good. The staff was very friendly and helpful in selecting our meals. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. I would recommend this restaurant!“

“Incredible. The moment I stepped through the door I was warmly welcomed. The friendly staff were always topping up my water. The food was absolutely delicious and good value for money. Perhaps the best service I have experienced in the entire city.“

“The man that worked there was so nice to us, and gave us great service. However, the food had absolutely no seasoning and needed salt. I was disappointed after seeing it all over social media, and reading the great reviews

Edit - the samosas are very good though“

“We have been to Rudraks a few times and we love it! Food is so fresh and flavorful. The kebabs are delicious. The chicken dishes we tried are great along with some of the vegetarian options as well. Lots of the appetizers are delicious including tandoori mushrooms and vegetable fritters. The owners & staff are so kind and generous. We went for a birthday celebration and they brought out a slice of cake from Paris Baguette! So incredibly sweet of them. Absolutely recommend! Will be back again soon.“

“Nice place and super food.“

“The food was wonderful! Lunch prefix menu had a great selection of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. The portions were generous. Vegetable korma was creamy, lamb saag was flavorful. Paratha was crunchy and buttery. Samosa and soup of the day were excellent appetizers. Masala chai and mango lassi were exquisite. A warm and welcoming place for Saturday lunch“

“Wow! Walked in without a reservation on a busy Friday night and was treated very well. Delicious Palek Paneer and Lamb Biryani (with raita), and garlic naan, all for less than $60. The decor is nothing special but the service is fast, friendly and knowledgeable. Definitely returning!“