Location: 914 Columbus Avenue New York, NY 10025
Cuisine: Indian
Cost: $$$
Overall: An upscale Indian restaurant serving authentic Indian cuisine in a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere.
Location: 409 3rd Avenue, New York, NY b/w 28 th & 29 th Street
Cuisine: Indian (Vegetarian)
Best Dish: The puri and the cardamom ice cream are tied for our favorite items. The bread was warm and fresh with a light buttery melt in your mouth texture. The ice cream was only slightly sweet with a smooth creaminess that must be experienced.
Cost: $$
Overall: A quaint and comforting vegetarian restaurant with flavorful options and exemplary service.
Location: 1136 1st Street, New York, NY 10065
Cuisine: Indian
Best Dish: The curried pork belly was a fascinating culinary experience. The dish was well executed with rich complex flavors and just a little heat. Our second favorite was the Fried Okra. The peppery flavor of Indian spices and the crispiness of the Okra made this an addictive appetizer.
Price: $$
Overall: A new restaurant offering a fresh take on elevated Indian cuisine with European and American influences.
Location: 45 Murray Street, New York, NY 10007
Cuisine: Indian
Price: $$$
Best Dish: The Chili Chicken was divine. The sweet and sour flavors of
Overall: A grand space to enjoy quality Indian cuisine.
Named after a city in Northern India, Benares draws inspiration from the region for its menu of diverse Indian Cuisine. Chef David Beck and restauranteur Inder Singh have combined their considerable talents and created a sophisticated dining experience. At present, Benares is found in two locations, one in Midtown and the other in lower Manhattan. Their Tribeca location is accessed by a simple white door in the middle of two elegant columns. Beyond the door is a cozy bar setting with a chic divider separating it from the main dining room.
Location: 102 Lexington Avenue
Cuisine: Indian
Items: 1 appetizer, 4 curries, 2 cocktails, 1 bread
Best Dish: The chicken kabob is a great appetizer it revs up the appetite for all the savory entrees offered by Haldi. The meat is warm and there is something magical about the sound of a sizzling platter that just makes you salivate.
Overall: The space is warm friendly and relaxed with a family oriented energy. It is a good place or a meal with family and friends alike. It is a good place to take someone who is new to Indian cuisine as the menu offers a description of each dish as well as a simple to follow key for spiciness and universal appeal.