Ambo

The food was very good and portions generous. The man behind the counter was kind and offered helpful information for a first-time visitor. The only downside was limited seating, so don't count on eating there if you're in a hurry. Bamboo serving utensils were also a nice touch. Good value for the money!

SO YUM! Think of a Chipotle-Indian spot - great for a quick bite, whether you're dining solo or with a friend. Staff is quick and informative about what each item is and what their recs are.I really enjoyed my bowls on both visits! I got the standard popular items - White rice, Black Dal, Chicken Tikka (with their sauce), Potatoes, Cucumber Raita, Kachumber, Eggplant Dip are all great toppings, and topped my bowls off with Cilantro Mint drizzle (can't go wrong with any of their drizzles).The bowl looks like a small portion, but it's actually very filling! I've also tried their Mango Lassi beverage and it was DELICIOUS! Nice sweet drink to top off the meal. While some critics may say this spot may not be as authentic, AMBO is still a reliably delicious spot that stays open till the evening, which is convenient. Will be returning!

Indian fast food in NoHo, just off Broadway on East 8th. I went with a work colleague who works in The City. We each got a bowl - non-veg over yellow rice for him, veg over mung sprouts for me - samosas and drinks. My food was tasty but looked very sloppy - all the add-ons mixing together till I could not tell where the daal ended and where the paneer masala began! His was slightly better defined, and he polished his food off just like I did! Total bill was a shade under $50. Service was friendly and parking available on the street outside.

Convenient fast casual Indian Food located in Greenwich Village. The food was delicious, fresh, and flavorful. They offer variety of options, good portions, affordable and friendly service.Everything we ordered was so good , the Chicken tikka was so tender and I also like the naan, it's so fresh and soft.Don't miss the mango lassi & masala chai drink, both are so refreshing.

A Chipotle restaurant concept, but it's Indian food instead. I don't think I can think of any fast casual Indian restaurant, so this spot is really unique in that aspect. The selections as you build your own bowl is rather quite healthy and tasty. Definitely get their mango chutney sauce, which is freakin delicious. Aside from the bowls, they also have house made Mango Lassi, which is something I always get when I'm dining at an Indian restaurant. Delicious as always.

As a meat eater, I do have a downward bias for vegetarian places but the food at Ambo packs enough of a punch in terms of flavor that I kind of forget that I've gotten food from a vegetarian place. I've gotten their rice bowl a couple of times to go and it was very tasty and delicious. Also, kudos for being environmentally friendly with their use of biodegradable utensils. The space itself is pretty small and casual. I wouldn't go on a date here but would go here for a lunch appointment if I worked in the area. The service is friendly and quick. In terms of casual and affordable Indian spots, it's probably one of the better options in the area even in spite of the lack of meat options.

I'm skeptical sometimes about "Chipotle of..." places or anyone who uses the word "protein," but Ambo offers a quick trip to bold flavors. Going in unprepared, I felt a bit like the person at Starbucks who requests a "large."With chicken, paneer and falafel being the only protein choices, the real action is in the accompaniments. There's a bean selection (black dal was great), plus two toppings and two "drizzles." I endorse the green chili hot sauce.

Found this new fast casual Indian bowl restaurant that is located near NYU. You can make your own customized bowl or order some of their unique tacos. The customized bowls allow you to have the flexibility to choose your own ingredients! It is a great and affordable option for work lunches. The Chicken Tikka Taco and Falafel Sandwich Taco are delicious, and I haven't found similar ones elsewhere yet! Make sure to try their freshly made mango lassi, which is absolutely amazing!! Ras malai is great as well. The staff is also so friendly! Just overall a great visit!

One of those places you go for eating home food. It's absolutely delicious. Doesn't feel oily or greasy at all. Service is real quick, kinda like chipotle - grab and go style! They have really cute Indian snacks as well on the side of their tables. Love the ambience in there but you can also just take it and eat at WSP! Highly recommend this place. Very vegetarian friendly as wel

Make your own Indian bowls! Ambo has a ton of options and if you're looking for a quick flavorful meal then Ambo is your best bet. I was looking for something quick and simple and Ambo hit the spot.I ordered a white rice bowl with black/yellow dal and chana, gobi, and chicken tenderloins. The curries and dals are super flavorful and pair well with the white rice. The chicken was a little dry and it could have been flavored better so I'd recommend going with the paneer or falafel option. The gobi manchurian also didn't feel like Manchurian it was more like sautéed/steamed rather than crispy but it was still a good topping. Good option for a quick flavorful lunch!