Taco Mahal

★★★★☆ 4.4 (962) • $$

"I came across Taco Mahal in Hell's Kitchen while exploring the area, and I was immediately intrigued by their unique fusion of Indian and Mexican cuisines. The concept is so creative that I just had to give it a try. I decided to start with the Tandoori Chicken Wings, and they were nothing short of phenomenal. The wings were perfectly cooked--juicy on the inside with a slight crisp on the outside--and the seasoning was spot on. The bold, smoky flavor of the tandoori spices paired beautifully with the classic comfort of chicken wings, creating a truly memorable dish.It's not every day you find such an inventive blend of flavors that works this well. Each bite was packed with spices that transported me straight to an Indian kitchen, yet the dish still retained its universal appeal as a classic appetizer. I'm already planning my next visit to explore more of their menu because if the wings are this good, I can only imagine how delicious their other offerings must be. If you're a fan of bold flavors and culinary creativity, this is a must-visit spot!"

Spice Symphony - Lexington

★★★★☆ 4.2 (708) • $$

"Spice Symphony has been a fascinating enigma for me in my dozen plus years living in their delivery zone!Their food is really good! Very good! Exceptionally good! But I've never seen a restaurant undermine the high quality of its food with pedestrian and almost aggressively indifferent service the way Spice Symphony does. Whether you dine in or order from them. And I hope Spice Symphony takes this as constructive criticism.Your service and general attention to detail in delivery is atrociously and arrogantly bad compared to your delicious food.If your attitude to customer service weren't so stubbornly lazy and arrogant, you'd have a Michelin star or two by now.But even now, I have to call and beg to make sure you don't forget to include something in my order. I love your food and I hope you realize one day just how bad your service is."

Malai Marke Indian Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4 (682) • $$

"The horseshoe layout can fool a passerby when they catch an exterior glance strolling down the historic "curry row", but don't be fooled, the small establishment is quite accommodating. The staff is attentive with the water and was not pushy with driving sales on food items, though they do ask if you want rice with your dishes despite ordering a bunch of naans. Didn't get to try the lassi for personal reasons but friends didn't complain about them. Had no room with dessert but I'm sure things would have been delicious if we ordered. Would visit again to sample the rest of the menu, however, it's a bit of a distance for all of us and we were only around for the special occasion."

Masala Times Greenwich Village

★★★★☆ 4 (602) • $$

"First time trying vada pav and samosa pav. The pav/bread was so soft and buttery. In one bite, you experience the softness of the bread, the crunchiness of the samosa skin, and the smoothness of the spiced potato filling. The bread was spread with cilantro chutney and chili powder, adding an extra layer of freshness and heat.Paneer tikka roll. Perfect for snacking or a quick lunch! The grilled paneer cheese was milky and creamy!Lamb korma box. The korma was rich and nutty. The lamb was so tender it yielded to a fork's touch. A whole box contains one main entree, yellow dal, rice, paratha, onion salad... so filling!Chicken biryani. The chicken was juicy, and the whole dish was really well-spiced. Fiery, savory, tangy, sweet... very addictive.Mango lassi. Creamy, silky, and rich in mango flavor. A good companion to spicy Indian food!"

Thelewala

★★★★☆ 4.1 (568) • $

"We were in the area on sixth avenue to get in our Joe's Pizza fix (so good!), but I did find through my research that, a block behind sixth avenue on MacDougal St, there were a bunch of eateries that we needed to try out. Since there's only so much real estate in our stomachs, we settled on trying this inexpensive hole-in-the-wall spot called Thelewala that served Indian wraps/rolls. I thought it was unique. Inside, it's very cramped and there's barely any room for seating. I would say this is more of a grab-and-go spot. The staff was friendly and steered us away from the chicken phall roll, which they stated would be too spicy for us. Instead, they recommended we try their chicken pata chicken roll with their habanero chutney sauce on the side to dip it in - just in case it would be too spicy for us. Well, the roll was pretty good. The habanero chutney was, in fact, quite spicy. But, we enjoyed it. It was also easy to eat and not too messy. Next time, I plan to try out their vegetarian rolls to see if their Indian spices stand out more. If you're in the area, come and check them out."

Saar Indian Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.4 (480) • $$

"Went there before a theatre show. They offered a 15% discount for pre-show guests. Just show your tickets. We ordered off the pre-theatre menu which offered an appetizer, main dish, and dessert. Staff was outstanding. Helpful in making selections and attentive.Food was outstanding. Fresh and authentic. Enjoyed the variety of appetizers and desserts. Good selection of cocktails, alcohol, and mock-tails.Prices were standard and even reasonable for New York.Seating was spacious enough to enjoy our meal. Clean, table linen tables. Would definitely go back! Worthy restaurant for a broadway type date-night."

aRoqa

★★★★☆ 4.1 (450) • $$

"I've been intrigued by aRoqa for quite a while, so one night, when I was craving Indian food, we came in. No reservations needed for a Tuesday evening. aRoqa is definitely an upscale Indian restaurant, with a smartly decorated interior and nice bar. We ordered chicken biriyani, butter chicken, and garlic naan (basic, I know). The chicken biriyani was a modest portion, and I was pleasantly surprised to see an addition of crunchy caramelized onions on to (reminds me of a Mediterranean dish). This dish is bone in, and the chicken is very moist, but there were some chicken bits (tendon?) that I found myself biting into that somewhat soured the experience. The raita was much thicker than I'm used to, more of a creamy sweet addition than the usual thin, refreshing raita. This dish was just ok to me. Butter chicken was amazing. Obviously this dish is always good, but it was really delicious here, we surprisingly finished off the entire dish and I found myself licking the spoon at the end. The chicken chunks are large and juicy, but you'll need to cut them with a knife. Garlic naan was delicious - crispy, brushed with butter, incredibly flavorful. Just wish there was more to soak up the delicious butter chicken sauce. Service was very attentive, our waters were filled very quickly. Overall, solid meal. I'm not sure the slight elevation of Indian food is worth the hike in prices, but your options are somewhat limited in the area. I'm not dying to go back, but it definitely hit my Indian food craving."

INDAY

★★★★☆ 4.1 (444) • $$

"Incredibly yummy spot for a quick catch up with your friends, which is exactly what I did! The naan is perfectly salted and super savory! I ended up ordering a second serving because of how addictive and affordable it was! The service was also quick and wonderful! Thank you!!"

Bombay Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.4 (308) • $$

"This is the best Indian food I had in Manhattan. The curry was not super thick and heavy. It was super light and didn't feel like it was dripped in oil. The location is great and interior is cute.Tip: try the chicken tikka masala."

Rowdy Rooster

★★★★☆ 4.3 (270) • $$

"Rowdy Rooster!.This Rowdy Rooster just smacked this white boy with a whole lot of spice and flavor. After seeing this spot all over insta and seeing a line all the time. I happened to pass by today with only 1 person in line so I decided to go in..It's a small fast casual spot with 3 tables. Mostly geared towards take out. The have a few sandwich and bowl options for a small menu..The food here surpassed my expectations. The flavor profile and combination of flavors is so good. I got the big rowdy sandwich and Marsala fries. Sand which kicks I also got the middle spicy option and wow I was seating prob pretty mild for those who can handle spice. The fries are made like cottage fries so they are round. I also got the hot tomato sauce on the side which was really good!.In short:- Small fast casual spot only 3 tables- Really good food, gotta get those fries!- I'll be back"

Curry Heights

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (313) • $$

"Food is good. Service is like those places where you need a owner to be around at all times."

India House Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.2 (162) • $$

"India house is fantastic. They have thee best naan! Their take out special is a great value and it's the best Indian food I've found in Brooklyn. Definitely order over the phone rather than with delivery services. They deserve the direct business."

Desi Galli

★★★★☆ 3.6 (164) • $$

"THE BEST chicken tikka! So incredibly creamy, flavorful, and the chicken is well-cooked and perfectly portioned. Don't miss the buttery and pillowy fresh naan or the Pani Puri either! Very welcoming and a great spot that I never miss when I visit the city."

Lahori Chilli Restaurant & Sweets

★★★★☆ 3.8 (131) • $

"I've ordered from this place many many times and everything they make is so good. The butter chicken, the samosas, aloo tikka, the haleem, the roti, okra, all amazing. And they don't just add in a crappy salad for free. They give you a beautiful salad with perfectly fresh vegetables. And the staff are so pleasant and kind. I really believe that this is one of the best restaurants in NYC."

INDAY All Day

★★★★☆ 4.4 (93) • $$

"It's been a year I have come to this place & I am so glad I got to visit again. Customer service is always on point, food is too good . And did I mention I loveee the decor so much ! They have the most amazing dosa which you guys definitely gonna try . This time I tried their cauliflower, Salmon Tikka Masala . My favorite was the cauliflower, yumm. Never got to try tikka masala with salmon before, so it was delightful. Only thing I didn't appreciate the hard rice, I had really hard time chewing! As an Asian person who eat rice 3 times a day complaining about rice isn't a small thing. I so wanted to give 5 stars but I am sorry ! Thank you for all the hard work you guys are doing, will be visiting soon to try the other options!"

Wok In The Clouds

★★★★☆ 4.4 (37)

"The momo is amazing! The servers are friendly. There are many things to try on the menu so this is my first of many reviews."

Jen’s Roti Shop

★★★★☆ 3.6 (38)

"Jen's Roti shop is my favorite spot for chicken roti with tamarind and pepper sauce! It can get a bit busy, but the wait is never too long and worth it. The cozy little space adds to the charm, even if it sometimes feels tight. I always leave with a smile and a full belly!"