Delicious Indian food and a creative menu! Portions are a bit small but I think that's better - you can try more of everything! To start, we had the Mushroom and Kataifi Phyllo Bites (very tasty, savory, and creative), Lasuni Gobi (incredibly flavorful and perfectly crispy), and the Potato and Peas Tikkis (not my favorite item but still good). The vegetarian entrees I was able to taste were the Touch of Green-Palak Paneer (so creamy and flavorful) and the Dal (a staple). The bread basket was also the perfect addition to our meal and I loved how this basket allows you to try almost nice variety of their different breads. The onion kulcha was my favorite. Now to the cons: Drinks were a bit of a let down - there weren't many options on the menu, and I wasn't too fond of the desserts we tried. Overall, a mostly delicious experience. read more

NOTE; RECEIVED A NOTE FROM THE OWNER REQUESTING ME TO REMOVE THE REMARK ABOUT THE CHEF. THAT HE WAS NOT NEW. TO CLARIFY, WE WERE TOLD BY STAFF HE WAS THE "NEW" CHEF AS THE PREVIOUS WHO MY SON KNEW HAD EXITED . I ASSUME PERHAPS THIS PERSON WAS AN UNDER CHEF AND NOW THE MAIN CHEF. MY REMARKS ON THE FOOD EXCEPT FOR ONE ITEM WERE GENEROUS. Always a favorite of ours, we made a reservation and received a table we requested at the rear given the cold wind outside. Service and food always great. However there was a new chef from Nepal and we expected some differences. The costal crab was softer and 90% as good as the previous chef. Swet aftertaste was missing. Broke apart too easily. Lobster curry, chicken bhuna gone from the menu which were among our favorites. Still rates high with fish fry, murgh chicken, coastal pepper prawns read more

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Decent food but the service is horrible and the portions are really tiny. The restaurant was totally empty but they tried to turn us away bc we didn't have a reservation. We convinced them to seat us by promising we'd leave in an hour. Our water cups were empty almost all night. And the food took forever to come out. The good dishes were the signature creme butter paneer and the sea bass. The fish amritsari recommended by the waitress was awful - hard and very over cooked. The lamb entree was meh. Definitely won't be returning. read more

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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. read more

aRoqa - Chicken biriyani, butter chicken, garlic naan - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Went here last minute for an anniversary dinner! The Sunset cocktail was delicious and crazy flavorful and the food was cooked perfectly! We were so happy with the service, our waitress Catarina gave great advice on what we should order, and she gave us a small side of masala sauce with our naan because she heard me say I enjoy dipping! The ambiance is romantic, with dark walls and warm lighting, and we did not feel on top of other diners. read more

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Nice place in the neighborhood. Decor is quite modern and ambiance is nice and relaxed. We booked the place last minute looking for something outside of our usual "dining zone". The wait staff is very friendly and helpful. The menu has enough variety without overwhelming you and has a nice selection of veg and non veg options. The appetizer plates are perfect for two to three people but if you have more people, consider ordering two portions (usually comes in two or four pieces). Shared entrees are generous. We love Indian food but it's hard to find Indian food that uses higher quality ingredients - many places put too much cream or uses lesser quality chicken parts etc. you can taste the difference here - definitely better ingredients used. We tried the mushroom appetizer (Kataifi mushroom) which I highly recommend, and we also tried the dry pepper prawns - if you don't like heat, don't order this. For our main, we shared a chicken tikka masala - very good - reminds me of the kind you get in India, less like the over creamy ones here. The bread basket is a must try - if you can't finish it, bring it home! The basket will easily feed four people. With the basket, you can try all the variety of naans you get. If you have room, the dessert menu is pretty special. We ended up sharing the Coppa Pistachio - special chocolate and pistachio gelato with some sort of coconut mousse or something - amazing! We will definitely come back to this little gem. read more

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Date night w/ the ladies and this was the spot chosen. This place is really a date night spot, it has that dark and moody look. Anywho, the drink of the night was the gin cocktail called a cultural impact. I was fan and probably would drink it all night if my liver would be okay. For food, it was a hodge podge of food for all. Our waiter was helpful and gave a bunch of suggestions. Chicken tikka masala Butternut squash ke kofte Lots of garlic naan There were a few other things but I can't remember the names. I was a happy full patron by the time we were done. read more

aRoqa - Cultural Impact - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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I love this place. So I finally got to try the pani puri which was completely divine. They don't give to go so you have to sit at the restaurant to eat it. I had it at the bar while I picked up other food to go it's a very different experience on this dish. First of all, the Puri's our substantial and seem like their homemade. I love the tamarin sauce and the caviar. type Bondi. The potato mixture was very good but they should give you two of those because you'll definitely run out. And the pani was fabulous. I brought home the doll and the AJ chicken which were both amazing. I think it was called AJ chicken. It was the boneless one. The dahl was incredibly creamy and fabulous and the chicken was wonderful. I asked for super spicy. Next time I think I'm just going to ask them to make it a number 10 spice level. What they did was a 7 to 10 spice level. read more

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Kind of disappointed in this place. I wanted some Indian food and this place came recommended as a great modern Indian spot but ultimately didn't live up to expectations. It's definitely got that modern vibe with a contemporary decor and a nice bar. We were seated pretty immediately which was good given it was a Thursday night. We started with the Paratwala Paneer and Corn Paddu to start. Both were very good and had a playful presentation to them. A lot of different flavors going on and it was pretty good. Then we got the chicken Tikka masala and the butternut squash ke kofte. The Tikka masala was very sweet and almost inedible because of how sweet it was. Almost ruined the entire meal for me. The kofte was nutty and flavorful and thankfully although it had some sweetness it was much better balanced. I think as far as Indian restaurants go, you could do much better. read more

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What a spot. Aroqa manages to be innovative without losing the soul of Indian food, creative twists where they work, authentic flavors where they matter. That balance is rare, and they nail it. The food? Delicious across the board. Modern plating, yes, but substance behind the style. You can tell there's thought behind every dish, not just "fusion for Instagram." Service? Genuinely great. Staff were warm and attentive, none of that weird "Indians hating other Indians" vibe that, let's be real, you run into way too often at NYC Indian restaurants. (Never once happened to me in LA, for the record.) Here, you feel welcome. Bottom line: Aroqa isn't just one of the better Indian spots in NYC, it's one worth recommending, period. Go for the creativity, stay for the hospitality, leave with your faith in Indian dining in this city somewhat restored. read more

We were seeing a show and needed dinner in a fun and delicious spot. ARoqa really delivered. Modern fun delicious Indian food presented in super unique ways. They are know for their mushroom appetizer which we ordered. It wasn't our favorite but what do we know? We ordered a bunch of other apps each came with a fun sauce. The corn fritters were fun and good to share. The chicken tikka masala and chicken Biryani were my favorites. The service was helpful and polite. Of course we ordered dessert - the fried balls of heaven in a rice pudding. Perfect way to end the meal. read more

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First the positives - the food and the drinks were both great. My wife ordered their speciality cocktail and I ordered a bourbon that was smoked to perfection On the food front too the fish and chicken dishes were great. Everything was going to perfection and we were winding up our evening. This till my wife visited the restroom and the flush was not working. For a high end Michelin rated restaurant, you really must have the restrooms checked consistently. I would like Monica and her team to succeed and hopefully this easily fixable problem will be fixed . Will visit again read more

Imagine a variety of flavors and spices coalescing on your pallet. Every single thing we tasted was delicious and with a gorgeous presentation. Considering the small tapas style plates with high prices, it was expensive. But if you can afford it, it was an amazing culinary experience. The service was attentive, knowledgeable and accommodating. The decor was pristine amd classy. Well done! read more

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This has become one of my favorite Indian restaurants in the city. Price: It's a bit pricey and many of the portions are small for the price but the taste of the food definitely makes up for it. Drinks are also pricey but they are unique. Food: The food is amazing! I highly recommend the Lasuni Gobi and the Vegetable Sweet Potato cutlets as appetizer choices. For entrée, we usually get the Dal Makhani and the Palak Paneer. The Okra special is also really good and I thought the Butternut Squash ke Kofte were unique and different. Overall the food here is very tasty, well seasoned, and a nice balance. Also, I'm not usually an Indian dessert person but aRoqa really knows how to make them and we always end up getting 2-3 desserts because of how delicious they are. Service: Everyone is so friendly and open to answer any questions. They check on you often and service is quick. Ambiance: The restaurant is beautifully decorated in a tasteful way. Everything seems to go together and they have even spent time figuring out the best dishware to serve the food in. The bar is classy and elegant. It's a good pick for date night or even a group dinner. read more

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The food was amazing and the service was impeccable! The owner made a few recommendations based on our request to try something new - and her recommendations were delicious. read more

aRoqa - Roqa Pit Roasted Lamb Chops 3 pcs - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Came here with a friend for Sunday brunch. Loved the black and gold interior design and ambiance was nice and chill. Ordered a cheese toast, paneer Mac and cheese, and Frankie's roll to share. All the dishes are super flavorful, the Mac and cheese has a hint of pumpkin flavor. The rolls are filling and fun. Service was nice but a bit slow. Most menu options are pretty special and niche. Would definitely come back to try more dishes! read more

aRoqa - Butter Paneer Mac and Cheese aRoqas Bombay Frankie Rolls - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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We had the most fabulous meal at Aroqa! The presentation of pani puri was so cool and taste matched the look. The lamb chops were buttery melt in your mouth soft and delicious. There was mushroom dish in a pastry filling that was divine! ( I forget the name) We can go on and on , the famous Barara chicken lived upto the hype and my husband loved the lobster. The meal was topped off with some decadent dessert a crème brulle with gulabjamun - absolutely mouthwatering!! Will be back again. read more

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Ambience 5/5 Food 5/5 Service 5/5!! From the moment I walked in, the romantic ambiance set the perfect mood for a delightful evening. The creativity in each dish was truly impressive; every plate was a work of art bursting with flavor. The friendly and attentive staff made us feel welcomed and ensured we had everything we needed. I enjoyed every dish and left with a heart full of satisfaction. I can't wait to return for more culinary adventures! read more

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Indian brunch with bottomless mimosas was the perfect plan for this Saturday morning with the girls. Though our group of 5 got seated in the way back by the bathroom and kitchen, we made the most of our experience. We all opted for the $45 unlimited champagne with entree (except for our preggo friend who enjoyed a passion fruit mocktail). I was really disappointed they couldn't do the chicken and masala waffles so I got the Frankie roll. This was yummy with a little kick to it - but sort of a small portion. Luckily my table mates let me taste their paneer macaroni and cheese tikka masala - the winning dish of the table. So flavorful, creamy, and cheesy! Someone got the cheese toast for their entree which was a disappointing portion but exactly what you'd expect: just some cheese on toast. Our server was attentive and always made sure we had what we needed- including full glasses! Cheers! read more

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Indian food deserves better representation- Most disappointing dish was the corn fritters. you can't serve soggy Appe with one corn kernel ( some didn't even have one ) and call it crispy corn fritters ? They were oily, soggy and extremely salty. The Kataifi mushroom was an interesting concept but again the crispy vermicelli part was dripping with oil . Wish the paratwala paneer had some masala between its layers , it was extremely bland . The only saving grace in the whole menu was the bhatti wala murg( reminds you of Indian tandoori chicken ) . The ghost chilli chicken lives up to its name but the only spice and flavor I could taste in it - was chili . It needs to be better seasoned to balance out the heat. The chicken tikka masala was the usual sweet creamy sauce with tough to bite chicken pieces . Finally the desserts- the Aroqa DAULAT KI CHAAT needs to be off the menu ( yes ! It is that bad! ) . It doesn't represent the delicate flavors of daulat ki chaat you get in India . This one tasted powdery , artificial , grainy and extremely sweet . The chocolate cube on the other hand was creamy , crispy and fluffy. Would recommend this one over daulat ki chaat! read more

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If you are up for trying a contemporary twist on Indian food, then Aroqa is the place for you. The food is wonderful. What surprised me was the lamb.  I don't particularly care for lamb because it is gamey to me.  But here at Aroqa -- it was not!  The first place I've had lamb where I truly enjoyed it.  All the dishes had great flavor.  I can't wait to come back on my next trip to NYC.  I highly recommend it. read more

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Super easy to make a reservation using the yelp app, and the food is delicious. The restaurant is quite small so we were seated right next to the door with cold wind blasting in when opened. Otherwise service was on point and presentation of dishes was beautiful. Food wise, I'd highly recommend the lamb chops! We ordered two of these; they just melt in your mouth. Also get the ghost chili chicken and peri peri prawn appetizers, methi chicken entree (which pretty much tastes like chicken curry) and coconut kheer dessert. I took off one star as the butter chicken didn't blow me away and I felthe daulat ki chaat was grainy. read more

My friends and I are honestly confused at the Michelin Star rating of this restaurant. We ordered two appetizers which were outrageously overpriced for the quality. The fish tikka appetizer was $21 for 3 pieces of fish that did not have any masala flavor whatsoever and 1 piece of asparagus; guess you have to fight amongst your friends who will get the lone piece of asparagus. Now onto the kurkuri bhel appetizier: this dish is easily replicable for much less than what we paid here ($16). The bhel albeit was simple and met the minimum requirements; however, for a Michelin star restaurant, we were expecting to be wowed. To the chef, please consult the advice of local Indian aunties. Michelin... please get your star back. Why this rating is 2 stars instead of 1: Service and drinks were 10/10 read more

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I was in New York for a short stay, but I made sure to carve out time for the famous "aRoqa", and I'm glad I did! The food was delicious, with a creative menu and unique presentations. The atmosphere was chic and cozy, complemented by excellent service. Even the chef made rounds to ensure everything was perfect I ordered Pani-Puri because I wanted my daughter to try it, as I never had the courage to order it at other restaurants. It turned out to be so good that we ordered another round! The lamb chops, biryani, and Gulab Jamun Crème Brûlée were all absolutely delicious. I only wish I had more time in New York to try everything on the menu! read more

We were in New York City a few weeks ago, celebrating the U.S. Open with friends. I had to take some time to think about what I wanted to write. Eating at aRoqa what was truly a sensual experience that awakened all five of our senses simultaneously for the few hours that we were there . The food, the presentation and the service were fabulous. The best part was meeting the restaurateur as it was obvious that her personality was reflected in every bite and every sip ! read more

Some of the BEST Indian food I have ever had!! A group of 4 of us walked here for dinner after exploring Chelsea Market on a busy Sunday evening. We came by at 6:15 PM and was seated at the bar, which we didn't mind, since all the tables had been reserved. I ordered garlic naan & chicken tikka misala. The servers were great conversationalists. The food came out quick as well!! The naan tasted freshly baked and so flavorful. The insides were soft and doughy! The chicken tikka misala spice was 1/10, but it was so creamy and tasty! The chicken was soft and fresh as well. Portions are large, but I was able to clean my plate. Although the menu is pricier, it's so worth it as you can taste the Michelin quality. I will definitely recommend this place to others and hope I can come back one day! read more

aRoqa - Garlic Naan Chicken Tikka Masala - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

We went to aRoqa with a few friends who were all visiting from various parts of the country. As someone who was born in Delhi and now lives in SF, I am your classic Indian food snob. Let me say, aRoqa did not disappoint. The ambience, the food, the service, and the engagement with Monica (the owner) convince me that this place is among the top NYC indian restaurants. Everything on the menu is prepared with great attention to detail, and the presentation is incredible. The spices were just perfect. The drinks menu was amazing. We had so many things since it was a big group, but the lamb chops, the konkani prawns, chicken tikka masala, and aloo gobhi are to die for! This will be our go-to NYC indian restaurant next time we visit. It should be yours too! read more

Such a great start to my Saturday. This place had been on my visit list for a long time and finally I got a chance to visit. I specially chosen this day just to try weekend brunch and to my wish it concluded deliciously. To start with I asked for cocktail as being a huge cocktail lover and they have a unique cocktail menu. Unfortunately the bartender was not there so I have to compromise with Kingfisher beer. No complaints, I have got another reason to visit you guys soon. I have ordered Vada Pav as an appetizer and loved the presentation. It was served in a distinctive way from other places. It was a food truck haha. I liked the idea. Coming to taste, it was okay. Then for the main course I ordered Chole Bhautre. It comes with three bhatura's and believe me guys the taste was excellent. The Bhatura was perfectly made the way it should be. I haven't had good chole bhature in a while. If you're visiting this place over the weekend don't forget to try this. To end my hunger on a happy note, I ordered Coconut Kheer in dessert. Oh my god, it was finger licking. The mango pulp on top was icing on a cake. Next time I am going to try cocktails and South Indian food. The hospitality was very nice and generous. Thank you for having me over. Great service and servers are very nice and knowledgeable. Kudos to all the Chefs. I will be visiting soon. Cheers and love, Amey read more

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Great food!!! So many options. Small and shared plates to allow you to try a lot in one meal. Nice location in Chelsea. Recommend!

Very poor service. Very cold night, told only table available was by door because of reservations, despite the place being pretty much empty. Staff, especially large male employee, maybe cook, going in and out front door through our meal maybe for cigarette?. Very slow service. Hard to get water. Food was ok. Place still had empty tables when we finished, so why could we not have one of those tables? Finally, told mandatory 20% tip on table of four. Been coming here for years, live a block away. Expensive but has been worth it. Not any more. Owner used to be on site, and was lovely. Maybe she should come back. We will not return. read more

I've been frequenting aRoqa over several years (every time I'm in Manhattan), and the place has been consistently outstanding! Indian-style food @Michelin-star level. Kudos to owner Monica, Chefs Ajay & Mani, Cocktail Guru & Sommalier Prasad, and the rest of the team for maintaining the highest standard I've come to expect. read more

It was easy to book a last minute reservation here, which was nice. Candidly speaking, the staff was a mix of good and mediocre. My wife and I ordered the Kurkuri Bhel, the Paratwala Paneer, Palak Paneer, and Chicken Tikka Masala. The waitress took our order and shortly thereafter brought out the Kurkuri Bhel first. I took the first bite and tasted peanuts - which can send my wife into anaphylactic shock and hospitalize her, which has also happened before and so we try to exercise caution. No where on the menu did it state that there were peanuts or any nuts in the food (see the attached photo of the menu item for example). The waitress did not warn us, but did confirm after serving it that there were peanuts in the dish and I am glad she at least knew that much. She did take that meal off the bill, but it shouldn't have gotten that far. Another waitress served us with AirPods in her ears... very disconnected from the job and definitely something new I haven't seen in a restaurant before. Also, the palak paneer was very salty, and made me wonder if the chefs bothered tasting anything they were serving? The other two dishes were fine, but it really only takes one, but in this case two bad meals to ruin the overall experience. The staff did say goodbye to us as we were leaving and we're mostly pleasant, but I don't think I'll be returning or recommending this place to anyone. Also, no mango lassies!? Come on. read more

aRoqa - Kurkuri Bhel - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

I found aRoqa in the Michelin Guide and decided to give it a try as it's so close to my office. I went for a weekday dinner with my mom and husband. To start, we shared the Kurkuri Bhel which had really nice textures from the rice puffs and lotus stem chips, but it had quite the kick! I probably would not order this again to start off my meal as it was rather spicy. We all shared the following Main Plates: Goan Shrimp Curry, Chicken Tikka Masala, and the Fenugreek Murgh. The shrimp curry was very smooth and rich, mild in flavor with four shrimps. My favorite was probably the Tikka Masala, the creamy sauce was so scrumptious. I doused everything in it. Everything came with rice, and we ordered Plain Naan on the side which comes with 4-5 pieces of bread. The service was very nice and attentive. I would come back here again for an intimate and sophisticated Indian meal. read more

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This is the second time visiting the restaurant after two years. But the quality of food went down drastically and I felt this is not the same restaurant that I visited two years back. Tried the same dishes from last time, but except the paneer everything else is sub standard. The service is okay, nothing exceptional. The ambience is also okay, but nothing special. I don't believe this restaurant deserves to be in the Micheline star restaurant. read more

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This is my first review of any restaurant! After reading some other reviews and looking at the appealing menu, I was eager to go, upon my son's suggestion. There were 4 of us. The drinks were 100% UNDERWHELMING and pricey. Very low alcohol content. Wishy-washy taste, despite enticing descriptions (all 4!!!). Waitress was inept but maybe just new to the job (?) Food overall was "good enough,"NOT great, nothing special. Lamb dish and chicken tikki (or Mishi?) were good enough. Vegetable biryani was ordinary and dry. Crusted corn ball appetizer/ small dish was awful. Overall, given the "hype," I was totally disappointed. Over $300 for all of us with one drink and 5 dishes ordered. Find a better restaurant!!! 6th Street! read more

The place was overcrowded The food was very very good Much the place is loud A big group kept screaming and laughing argh We were miserable as cldnt speak to our friends Next time rope the section Don't squeeze in so many ppl in one closed area read more

Yummy food!!! Great presentation!!! A place I would go every time whenever visiting New York .

Great food, ambiance and service. Loved the food and hospitality of the owner. Thanks for a wonderful evening Monica and Salman. Highly recommended a must for visitors to NYC read more

Came here for an early brunch to meet up with a friend since I was in town for the weekend and taking a train to DC. The food was excellent. We ended up ordering from the regular dinner menu since the brunch options were limited, esp since my friend doesnt eat cheese. We got the okra special, the goat keema matar and the kataifi mushroom. All of them were delicious and it was a lot of food. The only complaint I would have is the prices are definitely on the high end ($21 for a bowl of okra) but the food was delicious and the entree portions were large. I would recommend getting their specialty items or more unique ones since the creative dishes feel more worth it for the price. People seem to get confused by being in the Michelin guide - it's not starred but is recommended. Regardless, the restaurant has good creative Indian fusion and I would go back if I were in the area. Would be best to go with a bigger group to be able to try more items. read more

I'm in love with this spot!! Came here for bottomless brunch with my girlfriends for a birthday. They do a 2hr limit with unlimited mimosas. My waitress was extremely attentive as to when I needed a refill (which is such a plus for a great experience). I ordered the chicken dosa, sambhar and coconut chutney. It was DELICIOUS. Incredible flavor and amazing brunch food. I felt perfectly full after. We also got some vegetable samosas and Naan for the table. All the food was heaven. Right as we were about to leave, the restaurant lit a sparkler and turned on "In Da Club" by 50 cent so we could jam out for my friend's birthday! It was so sweet and am amazing moment. read more

aRoqa - Chicken dosa with sambhar and coconut chutney - Indian Near Me - New York, New York