Came here after being out in the East Village and this spot was exactly what we needed. The kathi rolls here were so good, super satisfying and the chaat had a really nice mix of textures. Tried the desi poutine too and that was a surprise, definitely something different but it works. Service was quick, food came out fast, and it's perfect if you want something casual without waiting forever. Would come back again. read more

Desi Galli is a solid Indian spot in the neighborhood. I've ordered takeout several times from here and it's perfect when I am craving Indian food and want something casual, quick, and reliable. I'd recommend getting their samosas, paneer biryani, and paneer tikka masala. read more

Got lentils here as take-out, and they were excellent! Good spices, well-cooked and aromatic basmati!

Yellow dal curry was pretty yummy. The texture could've been better but the flavor was good and had nice spice. read more

Desi Galli - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

I found Desi Galli online when I was looking for places to eat when I come to NYC. The aloo roll, rasmalai, and mango lassi were good. The service was quick and the staff are friendly. The prices were reasonable and not expensive. If I come back to NYC, I plan on eating here again. read more

PROs - good Kathi rolls , good location CONs - taste in some items , a little expensive combos Desi galli has been around for a longgggg time . Their Kathi rolls are very famous and fills up your stomach . Very good location .. right on heart of Lexington Avenue where all other restaurants are . No parking available . Good for visitors who walk around in Lex ave . There was some road work going on . It was very dusty outside and we could hardly see the shop . Inside the shop, there are no seats when you enter : I thought it was To-Go only but they said there are seats at the basement . Nice seating arrangement inside . Few seats but it looked comfortable . Went inside looking at Maggie samosa menu outside . It was very average . Maggie wasn't tasty inside the samosa.. it was quite bland and no spice or salt . .. chutneys were good though. Would not recommend Maggi samosa . I loved their aloo paneer tikki kathi roll ... for 8$ it was worth it . I actually just got a roll and samosa and the lady in counter said it's better to get the same as a combo. I believed her and it looked like I paid more on a combo - which was about 15$.. Kathi roll plus samosa was 12$ !! I got confused when she offered the combo offer but it was just to get charged more . I still recommend their Kathi rolls . Really good . I think for 18-20$ it was expensive ! In other places around you will get a big fat meal for the same money ! 3 stars ! read more

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This is not great! Chicken was cold and you can judge the rest by pictures. The images in their menu look so different than the actual item. I would not go back! It was my first time trying Indian food, not impressed! read more

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Stumbled upon it by accident few days ago and am glad I did! As reviewed by other yelpers its really good when it comes to comfort or street desi food. Their rolls are divine! I think even better then Kathi roll LES. They have really good combo deals of rolls/fries/drink. Food is great for price. Loved their pani puri too. Can't wait to try their Maggi samosas and gulab jaman cheesecake next!! Must try! read more

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I've been visiting Desi Galli for years and the food is consistently good! I love the hidden basement seating. Every dish on the menu is prepared excellently and generously portioned. read more

Did I "like Desi Galli?" Hell yes I did! I'm not happy with a masala chai spilled all over the bag but I'll still be back, the tikka masala was delicious, the pani puri, everything rocked Just not the masala chai read more

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I was pleasantly surprised by the desi poutine. It was extremely filling and you can easily get two helpings out of it. Fries were hot and crisp, paneer was shredded on top, and the "gravy" was a chicken makhani (which is one of my favorite curries). On a cold day, it'll warm you right up. The gulab jamun is something I wouldn't recommend ordering because it was unfortunately not good to put it gently. If you're new to trying it, it's not the most favorable introduction. But it's free with your first Yelp check in, so try it out but don't let it be the only gulab jamun you ever try. The seating area is downstairs and there's water available with plastic cups (which was so appreciated as I'm someone who forgets to bring their water bottle). read more

Desi Galli - Desipoutine - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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I ordered the chicken tikka Kathi roll combo. The Kathi roll was yummy but the masala fries were a waste of calories. I really didn't notice any special flavoring and they were pretty much just bad diner fries. I wish the Kathi roll were a little more substantial so it would be more filling. Another ounce or two of filling might help. The downstairs dining area was cute but kinda stuffy and undeniably a basement. The staff were very friendly and helpful. read more

Desi Galli - Chicken tikka Kathi roll with masala fries for lunch. with the roll with the fries. - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

I really wanted to like this brightly lit joint and its take on Indian fast food, but my omelette kathi roll was...tasteless. Neither the egg nor the veggies had any spice, not even salt. And the paratha was...greasy, excessively so. The coriander chutney was good, but I'd rather have a flavorful kathi roll plus chutney - not just chutney. Maybe it was an off night... read more

Yeah don't get the chaat here - it's stale. The puris (pani puri) and spinach chaat were both fried in bad oil. We couldn't get past the first bite. The rolls were better - we got the paneer bhurji and chicken tikka roll. They honestly aren't anywhere as good as Kati, thelewala or masala times - but it was better than the chaat. read more

So a friend and I were planning to go to Sarvanna Bhavan for dinner, but saw this little shop next door(on one street before) and we decided to do a mini-stop for chaat! We ordered three things: 1. Pav Bhaji - it was amazing! The bhaji was fresh and flavorful. The pav were well done and the onion-lemon portion was good. We ordered extra pav later, to finish up the bhaji! 2. Gol gappe - they were good. The paani(water) to fill up the puff balls was slightly less, but it was very tangy & spicy! We liked it a lottt! 3. Paneer-aloo kathi roll - as vegetarians, this felt like a good option. I would say, the kathi roll was ok. Not that great. I felt that the filling inside was good, but the roll was a little uncooked. It slightly felt like pre-made and heated again. Decor - classic chaat house decor, minimalist . Do not expect anything fancy, and the place was super clean and hygienic. Price - for NYC, the price is good. You can order everything online through the bar code, and everything is smooth and convenient. Overall- 4/5 for this place. I would definitely go back for the gol gappas/pani-puris and the pav bhaji! read more

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This is my go-to place for chicken tikka masala! I've never had a bad experience here, the service always brings the food out quick and the ambience feels nice. read more

The food was very tasty at a low price and the service was very nice and neat. Hope I will go there again and again! read more

Desi Galli - Chicken Korma Kathi Roll Combo! Kathi Rolls: Paratha Wrap Drink: Masala Chai Sides: Masala Fries - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Go to spot for kathi rolls in the neighborhood. It's flavorful, rolled-to-order, and always hits the spot when craving street food. This is a take away spot. No sit down. They deliver fast and food is always hot. Ask for it spicy, if you can handle it. Ask for extra spicy green sauce (spicy mint chutney) on the side if you're adventurous like me. Note: you can order a pint of just this Green Chutney sauce (which I have done) We have been here many many times. I can't believe it has taken me this long to write a review! Between all our visits, we have tried 80-85% of the menu. The things we keep going back to: Chicken Tikka Kathi Roll (GF) Aloo Paneer Kathi Roll Vegan Channa Kathi Roll (V / GF) Aloo Channa Kathi Roll (V / GF) Paneer Bhurjee Kathi Roll Lamb Biryani Saag Paneer Curry Chicken Tikka Masala Saag Curry Dal Makhani Yellow Dal Curry Fries Desi Poutine PINT of spicy mint cilantro chutney read more

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I get tikka masala here all the time through doordash and it's honestly very tasty and filling. The chicken is also nicely cooked and the flavors of the dish is great. read more

Best tikka masala in the city. Fast delivery and 3 options for spice level. All for a decent price. read more

Hands down the best desi food in curry hill! The restaurant features authentic dishes with a modern taste and has classics like authentic khati rolls and unique dishes like the famous desipoutine. read more

Desi Galli - Desipoutine - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Made a quick stop by earlier during the pandemic (in April '21) to get a plate of deconstructed pani puri to-go. The carefully packed the puri with the stuffing and gave the pani (two of them, one sweet, tamarind based and the other green and somewhat spicy). The puris were crisp, and the potato masala stuffing and the panis were a little bland due to the subtle spice but overall it was a decent attempt! read more

I went to Desi Galli over the summer. The tasting menu was ok and a little pricey in my opinion. I also found the service to be average. The owner didn't seem warm or welcoming either. read more

We stopped by desi galli , a small place in Indian street in New York. We only ordered 1 paani poori. Paani poori was AMAZING- filled with mint chutney and with tamarind chutney! The paani was perfect.- a must try! But service was very slow. It was super hot so we did not go down stairs to sit( yeah we sat on a small bench next to the counter) Tip 1: If you buy anything you $10, you get 1 gulag jamun free Tip 2: They give 10% student discount read more

Desi Galli - Amazing paanipoori - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

As you can see from my previous reviews, I've been a big fan of Desi Galli historically... until tonight when I found pieces of plastic- think packaging or tape- in my Chicken Tikka Kathi Roll. At first I thought they might be chicken skin, but no... definitely plastic. Most likely my last visit. read more

Desi Galli - I found these pieces of plastic in my Chicken Tikka Kathi Roll. - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Whenever I'm in the mood for Indian fast food, I think I'll return here! The food is delicious, fast and inexpensive; the staff is nice; there's plenty of seating downstairs (newly updated with black lacquer tables); and the place is clean. There's also free WiFi and 1 tiny single-stall BR downstairs. I got the following for free or nearly free via PayPal mobile app promos. I took the orders to go and each came with a little cup of tasty green chili sauce: -#3: Aloo & Paneer Tikki (This got a TimeOutNY mention, according to their menu board): You can get this as either a Slider or Kathi Roll: ---as a Slider: Although it's small compared to the supersized everything Americans are used to, this was actually pretty filling. And tasty! It comes on a Mumbai Pav bun. ---as a Kathi Roll ($5.43 total): Delicious and very filling. -Galli Omelette slider (Serious Eats mention): Yum! Same notes as above. This one is my favorite so far. So good! -#23: Palak Patte Ki Chaat ($5.34, Serious Eats mention): Delicious fried spinach with lots of toppings. Like loaded nachos, but spicier and more interesting. -Hot Masala Chai: Spicy tea, so not really my cup of...tea. -Gulab Jamun: No no no no no. Gross. Sickeningly sweet and bitter like cough syrup - nearly pesticidal I imagine - and that's saying something for a sugar addictive . There are only 3 balls, but one bite was enough. -Saffron Kulfi ($3.80): Wonderfully creamy vanilla-like ice cream bar on a stick. More popular than the mango flavor, according to the cashier. FYI: -$10 minimum to use a credit card. -Free WiFi available, plus a pitcher of water downstairs for free refills. -Check in via Yelp for a free coffee or Hot Masala Chai. -LevelUp also offers $2 off. -Monday special: 2-for-1 Kathi Roll w/ the purchase of a drink. -And don't forget to pick up a loyalty punch card: Buy 6 Kathi Rolls and your 7th is free! read more

I love my those tasty Kathi rolls though we actually call them Frankies or just rolls back home. Discovered this spot when I was close and looking to fix that kathi roll cravings. Since my first visit I have been back here multiple times. I love their Kathi Rolls , somebody who appreciates good flavor, authentic spices will know these rolls are way better than the ones at the "Kathi Roll Company". I tried various rolls my personal favorites are the ones with bhurji and lamb. They give the green chutney (sauce) which has a really nice spicy kick to it. Unlike "Kathi Roll Company" they don't charge for the sauce. They have an extensive menu and serve a whole lot of Indian snacks here. I will hopefully try those during my next visit.Staff is uber friendly and nice. Definitely my go to Kathi Roll Spot. FYI - Yelp check in gets you free coffee read more

Ordered the "Galli omelette Kathi roll" - was bit bland for my taste. Would like to try few other options next time I am in NYC. read more

Discovered another awesome hole in the wall thanks to Paypal! On my first visit, I came about 10 mins before opening (I just happened to walk by the area, didn't really check the business hrs) and the boss lady was nice enough to open up early just for me. So far I've tried two of their sliders - #11 lamb strips + egg and #10 slow cooked spiced lamb - Not only are they generously loaded with meat, (I honestly think they should be called a burger rather than a slider), these sliders were perfectly seasoned and delicious! For $3.99 + tax, they are definitely a steal! Friendly, fast service (the boss lady is the sweetest and always seeking to learn more about each of her customer - must be a Canadian thing hehe). I can't wait to try the rest of the menu - will definitely return on my off day to pick up another delicious slider! read more

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I've gotten takeout from here several times. The food is solid- with my personal favorite being the aloo paneer kathi roll. I prefer these over the ones from the original "Kati roll" chain because the paneer stuffing is better here and also they incorporate the right amount of onion so it's flavorful but not overpowering. I also really enjoy their vegetable samosa. Today I had a ritual order that was supposed to be ready at 1 pm but when I showed up at 1:15 it still wasn't ready. Took them about 5 mins to prepare it. Even on my previous visits I've noticed it takes them a while to prepare the food so just keep that in mind. UPDATE: placed an order on all set today and it was ready when I got there! Thanks Desi Galli read more

I've been a loyal customer here for many years. Most of the Kati rolls they serve are delicious, others not so much. The other dishes here are all very tiny for the price you pay, so I cannot recommend them. Ordering from them online has always been a nightmare. Use GrubHub or another popular option and the food is not ready for 15-30 minutes after the pick-up time. Alternatively, use their website (which has always been a nightmare) and it'll constantly reject your orders, bug out when you try and pay, and otherwise just waste half an hour of your time. Last time I ordered here I specifically selected the Lexington location and (after fighting with it to even let me pay) when I go to pick it up they tell me it was sent to the Avenue B location. Over the years, I've waisted countless hours waiting for the website to work or for the food to finally be made, and now I'm wasting money too. Will never come back here again. read more

Great neighborhood place that never disappoints. Variety of flavorful Kathi rolls with great vegetarian options. Love the samosa chaat.

I've ordered from here several times. Usually it's good. This time the portion was laughably small, like not even appetizer sized.....and the food quality very poor. It was dried out and yucky. Basically it was a dried out pita bread with some shriveled stuff inside. Really not good. What's more frustrating is I called to inquire and speak directly to someone at the location.....and "conveniently" nobody answers their phone and they only take online orders or walk in. So here I am with my negative review. Desi Galli no more. read more

The food is great. I have been going here for years. The staff is always super friendly. I think I have tried everything on the menu. 100% recommend. read more

I can't possibly say enough nice things about Desi Galli - every single thing I've tried there has been delicious!! Plenty of amazing vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free options, and incredibly friendly people. Try the kathi rolls and Desipoutine - you won't be disappointed! This is our neighborhood go-to; they knock it out of the park every single time and we're lucky to have them around!! read more

So So So Good. Got an aloo and paneer kati roll. Whole wheat wrap. Texture and flavor were good. Roti was super good. Larger portion than kati rolls I have gotten elsewhere. I also almost always want potato and paneer, but most places don't usually combine. So excited to find somewhere that combines the two. Got a samosa chat too. Again spot on flavor and texture combinations. crunchy. Soft. Spicy. Sweet. Hot. Cold. All in one. Spiced chai.. only a dollar something and super good too. Definitely recommend!! read more

Desi Galli - Aloo paneer Kati roll. Samosa chat and spiced chai. - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

It's been a month or so since my last visit to Curry Hill, so I figured it was about time that I get me another fix! I was lazy and decided to order delivery via Seamless. Everything went smoothly and the food was delivered piping hot, slightly before ETA! Sweet. I ordered a chicken tikka masala and the samosas, because that's pretty much the only things I ever order from any Indian restaurant. The chicken tikka masala was creamy and not too spicy! A little too heavy on the sauce for me, but it went really well with the rice. I didn't get naan, but the sauce would definitely have gone really well with that too! There were quite a few pieces of chicken...but I could always use more. :9 I find that samosas at Indian restaurants are usually a hit or miss. Well, these ones were THE BOMB.COM! I've never had samosas quite so fluffy! It was like eating little clouds of deep fried mashed potatoes...I would definitely recommend adding an order to your bill, whether you are dining in or ordering out. You won't regret it! The delivery came with a dine-in coupon, which I'm definitely going to put into good use soon! read more

Ordered for dinner through DoorDash, took some time - but def worth the wait!! We had the chicken tikka Kathi roll, and the lamb bhuna Kathi roll. read more

My review is basically off a Mealpal order. Stepping up, I didn't realize this is a small hole in the shop almost like a deli scene. I didn't care either way as long as the food is good. So it wasn't long that I received the food order of chicken briyani. While the portion is expected that of a Mealpal meal, the food was just alright. It had flavor and few pieces of chicken and a large white sauce. Nothing special about the place so give it just average review. read more

Desi Galli - Chicken Briyani - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

I work very close to this place. And I come here often. Try their veggie kati rolls they don't disappoint. Meat ones are good not great. Chicken biryani was good for the price. The rice had good flavor but chicken was dry. Iced masala chai needs a try surely. I also got a large order from them. They were exceptionally good with service and had everything ready. The rolls were cut in halves. They have a chutney too. read more