We had our anniversary dinner at Bungalow last night. We arrived a bit early and were greeted at…read morethe reception and congratulated for our anniversary. Since we were early they asked us to wait in the nice lounge and drinks were available and so I had the Clarified Mange Lassi. Drink was great. So far so good. Sadly, we were then seated at a tiny, congested table near the bathroom, even though we were very specific that this was an important day for us, especially since booths were open. Table was really just enough space for a single diner and we were celebrating. We ordered appetizers and drinks. I ordered the Old Fashioned, which was just OK and my wife ordered the Kali-Peeli Taxi, a wonderful drink celebrating the NYC yellow-black cabs. The appetizer of Yogurt Kebab, a vegetarian wonderful dish. Very unique. Vikas Khanna, the celebrity chef, makes rounds and visits with patrons and graciously dropped by and knew it was our anniversary. For a busy owner, we really appreciated the effort and later he even took pictures with us. Thank you, Mr Khanna. We ordered Daal Makhni, stuffed Okra and pulled lamb with rice, naan and raita (table was VERY crowded and it became uncomfortable with drinks almost falling off the table). All the dishes, except the pulled Lamb, were out of this world. My Lamb dish was presented very nicely but lacked any uniqueness and was just meh! Several people dropped by to ask how was everything and we were kind. We decided to have the 3 icecream dessert, which was great and were brought a very unique anniversary dessert, which was even better than the ice cream dessert. Overall, Mr. Khanna and serving staff do great, and mostly deserves all the accolades on food but to reach the next level, the staff need to lift up couple of notches.

We went to Bungalow this past Friday. We know there have some bad reviews about their service. We…read morecan say for sure that we absolutely did NOT have any such issues. From the time we got there till the time we left, the service was truly exceptional. Vikas is such a humble and nice person. He looked a little tired but spoke in length with everyone. Not only that but he served everyone himself not leaving anyone out in our 10-person group - he does this for all of his guests and takes time to talk to them and thank them - who does that - for sure never experienced that level of hospitality in any restaurants and we have been to a few high-end restaurants. Truly was a joy. His staff also was so nice and did not try to hurry us. They gave us pointers on the food and the drinks (try the Ananas Picante cocktail, was just great). Talking about the food, it was another level good. The Anarkali Chicken, lamb, dal(to die for), spice roasted pineapple and of course the Rose Kulfi were all beyond amazing. We have been to a few Indian restaurants including in other countries and by far (excluding India), the best Indian food we have had. Though the restaurant was crowded, we did not feel as if it was. Truly what an awesome experience. Would highly recommend it.

Okay this place deserves all the hype. It is actually that good…read more We tried a few dishes - I've been here twice so the food is over a course of 2 reservations so yes, it is a lot of food but you're welcome!! My favorites - The Dahi Sev Puri and Mutton Sukha is to die for. Butter Chicken Wings were worth it too. I've had better Butter Chicken so can maybe pass on that but get the damn Mutton Sukha. Beware, it is unapologetically spicy. It is meant to be so no modifications! Indian food is not for the weak over here! Wash all that down with some Cha and go to bed in your food coma. Go go go go go.

We made a reservation at GupShup after reading so many great reviews, so we came in with pretty…read morehigh expectations. Reservations are definitely recommended. The restaurant itself is beautiful. The interior is really well decorated, clean, and has a nice atmosphere. Our service was also great. Our server was very attentive throughout the meal, and we felt well taken care of. We ordered quite a few things: Paan Pe Raag, Braised Nihari, Butter Chicken Wings, Laal Ishq, Naan, S. Pellegrino Sparkling Water, Sada Bahar, Paneer Cheese Rolls, Steamed Basmati Rice, Mutton Sukka, and a Limca. For us, the Butter Chicken Wings were the best dish 5/5. The Paneer Cheese Rolls were also really good 5/5. Those were definitely the two dishes that stood out the most. The Braised Nihari was around 3/5. The meat itself was good, but there were so many spices that it was hard to really taste the flavor of the meat. The Laal Ishq was also about 3/5 for us. We like flavorful food, but we felt that the amount of spices in several dishes covered up the actual flavor of the ingredients. The Mutton Sukka was okay, but again, we felt it was pretty heavy on the spices. The Naan was good, especially the garlic naan, but nothing particularly memorable. The Steamed Basmati Rice was probably 2.5/5. It was just okay, and we felt it was overpriced for what it was. The drinks were actually one of the better parts. The Sada Bahar had a really good flavor, and we enjoyed the Limca and sparkling water as well. Our biggest issue with the food was that the spices seemed to overpower the actual flavor of the food. We don't mind spice or heavily seasoned food, but we would have preferred a little more balance so we could actually taste the meat and other ingredients. Sometimes it felt like we were tasting the spices more than the dish itself. We also got so full from the food that we didn't have any room for dessert. Overall, we can see why GupShup is popular. It's a beautiful restaurant, the service is excellent, and it has a fun, upscale atmosphere. We also know it's a popular spot with celebrities, which probably adds to some of the hype. For us, though, the food just didn't live up to all the positive reviews we had read. Nothing was terrible, and there were definitely a couple of dishes we really enjoyed, but overall we expected more from the food. Beautiful restaurant, great service, good drinks, but the food was just okay for us.

We stopped by for dinner on Sunday on the recommendation of our son who lives in nyc. Made…read morereservations 2 weeks before as it's hard to get a table. Took the bus from midtown east to east village n a short walk. Friendly welcoming staff. We started off 2 diff types of chaat. V was v refreshing. Had the jackfruit lukhmi, roti aur boti, lamb shank n Bhatti kumbh. Yes we were a hungry bunch. The jackfruit was wrapped in puff pastry n wax so delicious. The four of us shared it. The roti aur boti was lamb meatballs in a delicious sauce w bread to dip into n was so good. The bhatti khumh wax diff variety of stir fried mushrooms yoghurt n coriander chutney. Oh my wax v good. The lamb shank was really delicious n so was the sauce. For entrees had the goat Biriyani, nagaland pork fry and Mulvani machi. Goat Biriyani was ok nothing to brag about out . Nagalabd pork was out of this world. Was wrapped in banana leaf w rice and so flavorful n delicious. Never had a fish like this before. The halibut in the out of this world sauce was so good. Generous portions n brought the LO's home. Although we were stuffed We ended our meal w a cake w sauce which was the frosting on the cake. Thank you for a great meal.

came for dinner on a friday - wish i snagged the butter chicken experience but it still did not…read moredisappoint we ordered a bunch of stuff. it was an interesting experience because they gave a somewhat vendor feel for when people came around offering pappad and acharr and some chaat. all the food was really good and full of flavor. we got the paneer tikka, aloo tikki, aloo chaats, dahi vaada, and chicken to start. chicken was crispy and all the food overall was super tasty for main we did the pork belly rice and biryani. i wasnt super into the biryani but the pork belly was insane - so savory and juicy and tender in a bed of warm rice it was so good. i would 100% come back just for this. the portions here were huge we had a lot leftover def would recommend and come back

Loved. Loved. Loved. This one earns the caps lock…read more Last-minute reservation meant we landed at the bar with the smaller menu instead of the main dining room, which honestly worked out fine because five dishes in, we were not complaining! My partner did the ordering (drinks included) and had impeccable instincts. I couldn't tell you a single dish name if you paid me, I was too busy eating, but every single selection landed. Not one miss. The decor alone is worth the visit. Gorgeous space, the kind that makes you want to dress a little better than you planned to. I've already sent half my group chat here with instructions to book. Coming back for the real reservation and the full dining room experience next time, because if the bar menu was this good, I need to know what I'm missing.

I'll start with a proper desi reaction: "interiors pe kharcha kiyela hai bhai" - something I'd say…read moreto my bros as we walk-in to this place! Amazing setup, good for date nights, friends gathering, and if they relax their ridiculous kids policy, for family gatherings too! Very very spacious. Our server, Sumit (from Bombay!) was our host for the evening. He knew the menu well and his recommendations were exactly what we wanted to order - which is what we stuck to! Our order: Tuna Papad ($48 - 4 PCS), Coriander Shrimp ($28), Lychee Ceviche ($26) - which was the best dish in appetizers, and Black Onion (modern take on Kanda bhajji). The coriander oil was ultra flavorful. Teekha Peru ($21) was the best cocktail on our table! Butter Chicken Experience ($42) is a no-brainer for mains; they recently added a 3rd flavor with smoked cashew which also gives the three varieties, the colors of the Indian flag! Keema Pao ($48), the Bombay classic gets a special mention and hits the spot well! Sumit mixed all the seasonings and accoutrements at the table! Jackfruit Kolkata Biryani ($35) is a decent portion with generous amounts of potato, and difficult to find jackfruit - flavorful though! Mishti Doi's presentation is absolute banger, the taste didn't live up to those expectations though. The faux yogurt 'shrooms look deceptively inviting, the pistachio cremeux was absolutely brilliant though. Noise levels slightly above average, good lighting, and fantastic ambiance. Food arrives within 20 mins of placing the order. Menu on the expensive end, but the delicious food & excellent service compensates for that!

If you like paneer, oh man is this the place for you. Everything was delicious, but the paneer…read moredishes are what stood out for me. The restaurant itself is nicely decorated (albeit dim lighting) and the staff are wonderful, very friendly, attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. I also like that the leave a large bottle of tap water on the table (they refilled our glasses a few times, but I like doing it myself rather than waiting). As a table of two, we ordered the paneer tikka and delhi tikki chaat as appetizers. The paneer was superb, served on top of two different sauces (had a nice heat to it) with a slice of grilled red bell pepper placed on top. The paneer had great flavor and texture (the waiter explained similar to other paneer tikka it is marinated in yogurt and spices, the difference here is they use chickpea flour). Four large pieces come per order. The tikki chaat was enjoyable, though it was mostly yogurt, there was only one potato patty which ended up being about 2 bites per person. The kashmiri nadru kofta and atari paneer were both very tasty, but the paneer was excellent. The masala was thick which I appreciated and there was a generous amount of paneer. The kofta (4 in total) were solid and I liked the creamy cashew sauce. Both entrees were a bit heavy, but in a good way. We also tried the butter naan and garlic naan (1 circular piece cut in half per order) which were good, but I have had better. The naan here was a bit overcooked/too crunchy on the edges for my liking but that is minor. We got a side of rice (you have to order it separately) and we had the kheer for dessert which good as expected. We left feeling quite full. Overall a nice place for a good meal, a little pricey, but it is Junoon's sister restaurant so not unexpected. It is worth it for the quality and taste of the food. I would go back to try some of the meat dishes.

We had great time at Jazba. This was our first time eating out at an Indian restaurant. The staff…read more(James and the young lady who attended to us) were friendly and attentive. We both enjoyed the food tremendously because the chicken was soft and the sauce were flavorful. In addition to the lamb and both appetizers. Loved the spiciness of the lentil soup . The cocktails tasted great and my first time having that brand of cider, which was excellent. Definitely looking forward to trying other menu options at Jazba.

If you want good Indian food and normal size servings AVOID this place…read more The service was ok. The ambiance , non existing. The "business manager" is an uneducated worker who can't accept reality Yelb provides customers.

Lungi was a bit of a letdown. The service felt chaotic--condiments were missed, upon multiple…read morerequests arrived when we were nearly done eating. Even the sequencing of dishes was a bit off, making the experience feel awkward. The food itself was a mixed bag. Rundown: - Spicy Mutton Pepper Fry (4.5/5): excellent flavor, but the semi-dry gravy would work best paired with bread or rice. Not as a dry appetizer, as it was served. - Deafman Shop Tawa Fry (4.5/5): Very solid, but definitely on the spicier side--be prepared. - Hoppers (5/5): Perfectly soft, lacy, and flavorful; cools down quickly, so timing matters. - Parotta (3/5): not flaky so just felt dense with the ghee/oil in between the supposed-layers. Not ideal to scoop the curries when it's of this consistency. - Cauliflower 65 (3/5): Slightly over-fried and lacking seasoning. - Paneer Ghee Roast (2/5): Disappointing. The paneer was extremely tough making it inedible, and the ghee roast flavor was muted. - Goat Curry (4/5): Nicely done overall, though the meat could have been more tender. - Kori Ghassi (3/5): Underwhelming. Gravy felt diluted and there were too few pieces of chicken to justify the price. - Wattalapam (5/5): Perfect ending- light, refreshing, and flavorful. Portion sizes lean small, with more gravy than protein across dishes. Combined with the cramped table space, it makes for a tight dining experience, especially if you're ordering multiple items. Try it out and decide for yourself.

This South Indian place was absolutely amazing. We had a reservation scheduled for 90 minutes on a…read moreSaturday. My friend and I shared the dosa, which was one of the best dosas I ever had. I got the lobster tail and parotta and my friend got another dish. There was so much good lobster in there and I wish I could have taken it home but I was traveling here and was going somewhere else immediately after. The ambiance is great. There's a lot of light and great decorations. Because the reservation is 90 minutes, they may slightly rush you, so perhaps come with questions or knowing what you want. Overall, I highly recommend coming here with a reservation.

Dearest Vegetarian reader,…read more My favorites: the gunpowder dosa, mulaikattiya thaniyam, gutti vankaya, and Kaikari kurma. Paniyaram was okay and definitely overpriced. Shahi tukda Is pretty good, although wouldn't get again because the taste feels expected. Overall I understand the hype but tbh my local temple makes dosas that I personally think are better. I'm a sucker for South Indian food though so will be back.

This place is soooo good…read more I went with three of my girlfriends and shared a bunch of food. The service was pretty good but a bit slow at times, but I would rather have that than feel rushed. Food- You have to get the flaming chicken!! I would go back just for that alone. I had the lamb as an entree and would probably try something different next time. It was good but not my favorite out of the whole dinner. The ambiance is definitely upscale casual.

I had a wonderful experience here. I had a large party reservation of 25 people, and the staff was…read morereally great at helping me plan for my evening - from setting aside the bar area for us, helping me choose the menu and coordinating around various dietary restrictions for my guests, advising on quantities of dishes to be ordered, and even helping me set the pace of the meal on the day of. My group mostly had very positive things to say about the food. I tried some vegetarian dishes: Dudhiya Kebab - flavorful filling between two grilled paneer discs. Jalebi Chaat - really tasty, with a nice variety of textures, great spices, and some nice tartness to balance. Andhra Chili Gobi - crispy and paired nicely with the yogurt topping. Strong notes of curry leaf. Himachali Gucchi - this wasn't bad, but also wasn't my favorite. Pretty rich and savory, but the seasoning just didn't quite land for me. I didn't try the meat dishes. Most of my guests seemed to like the flavors, but did find the meat itself to be a tad dry/overcooked. Some of the favorites seemed to include the chicken tikka, lamb chops, and lobster malaikari. The presentation on all the dishes was absolutely gorgeous. The sharabi chicken tikka especially makes for quite the show. For drinks, I tried the Begum's Blush and Jubilee Affair. The Begum's Blush had some nice fresh and tart flavors; the Jubilee Affair was clarified and a bit complex. Others had the Kiss Me in Goa, which was spicy and herbal. Our total bill worked out to around $105 per person, and we had tons of leftovers to take home. Totally worth it for the tasty food, beautiful presentation, and great service. I can't wait to go back to try the rest of the menu.