Dhamaka Review: The Lower East Side Restaurant That Made NYC Fall for Unapologetic Indian Food
Goat neck biryani by the pot, a rabbit you have to reserve and a room that never lowers its voice. Why Dhamaka still sets the pace for Indian food in New York.
GupShup Review: Gramercy's Two-Story Love Letter to Old Bombay
Mutton sukka, bone marrow with kulcha and a kulfi falooda you'll fight over. Why GupShup is NYC's most fun Indian night out.
Semma Review: The Michelin-Starred West Village Restaurant That Put South Indian Cooking on Center Stage
Gunpowder dosa, ghee roast lamb chops and a Dungeness crab for two. Why Semma remains NYC's essential South Indian table.
Bungalow Review: Vikas Khanna's East Village Clubhouse Is Worth the Hype
A chandelier-lit greenhouse, Ammi's lamb chops and a house dal you'll dream about. Why Bungalow is the East Village's most glamorous Indian dinner.
Adda Review: The Unapologetic Indian Canteen Grows Up in the East Village
Lamb parcha, goat biryani, goat brain masala and a pre-ordered butter chicken feast. Why Adda is the East Village's boldest Indian table.
BK Jani Review: Brooklyn's Lahori Burger Joint Is NYC's Most Fun Pakistani Meal
The Jani burger, spiced lamb chops and flaky beef flatbread in a backyard with picnic tables. Why BK Jani is NYC's best casual Pakistani spot.
Indian Accent Review: Ten Years On, Midtown's Indian Fine-Dining Pioneer Still Delivers
Blue cheese naan, smoked duck momos and ghee roast lamb in a calm room near Central Park. Why Indian Accent is still NYC's polished Indian classic.
Lungi Review: The Upper East Side's Sri Lankan and South Indian Gem
Hoppers, black short rib curry, kothu roti and a Sunday banana-leaf feast. Why Lungi is NYC's best place for Sri Lankan food.
Kebab aur Sharab Review: The Upper West Side's Kebab Bar With Old Delhi Soul
Baby goat doori kebab, Aslam's butter chicken and a bone marrow pulao. Why Kebab aur Sharab is the Upper West Side's best Indian night out.
Passerine Review: Flatiron's Seasonal Indian Restaurant Starts a New Chapter
Bombay schmear, a Maine lobster roll and crab dum biryani from a new chef. Why Passerine is NYC's most inventive Indian dining room to watch.