Came back finally a couple years later for a dinner inside their new dining area (first time was during pandemic times, sitting in an alleyway, which was excellent by the way). This time, we got the tasting menu and a couple of à la carte dishes for 4 people and it was enough food! Indian food can be elevated and ROOP does it right. read more

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Great food, ambience, and portion sizes!! We were glad to have been able to get a last-minute reservation. Would recommend if you're wanting some high-end but still traditionally grounded Indian flavors :). Reason for 4 star is just that the service was kind of hot and cold... maybe she was swamped read more

Dined here for restaurant week 2026. 4 courses for $60 and we got drinks and added items from the regular menu to try. I really enjoyed this meal. The food here is more modern, progressive Indian food. Don't expect authentic Indian food here. The dishes and flavors were very unique and exciting. Aside from the butter chicken, every dish was pretty new to me and I enjoyed all of it. Vegetarian friendly as well. Service and presentation was very high quality! I would love to dine here again and try the regular menu. My only critique is that the gulab jamun was super duper sweet - too sweet to the point we couldn't finish it. read more

Roop was fantastic. We had refreshing cocktails to start: Malabar Old Fashioned, Hyderabad Tonic and pink city all yummy. For appetizers we had crab cakes, sweet potato chaat, and chilli cheese kulcha, all excellent. For main courses we had lamb shank Nihari, butter chicken, and Ghee roast prawns. Service was top notch and the decor was fancy yet inviting. We had the celebration dessert and left very full and happy. Would come back here again in a heartbeat. read more

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Leaning more 3.5 stars. Went for restaurant week to try different dishes! The avocado bhel was delicious. Didn't care too much for the second course of Dahi ke Kebab - it lacked flavor and the texture i side of the yogurt was interesting. Definitely gets points for creativity though! The main course on tandoori cauliflower and palak paneer was very good. Their naan is phenomenal. Dessert- everything was so so good! Can't go wrong with any option. Service was good. Pretty quick. The place is beautiful ambiance wise. I'd visit again for sure to try some other things! read more

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Got the saag, paneer pasanda, naan and couple appetiters. The naan was by far the worst naan I've ever had in a nice restaurant. Very very disappointing but the curries were pretty good. The paneer tasted super fresh. The dishes were not too different... it tasted like good Indian food. Just couldn't enjoy with the bad naan. The vibes were nice and so was the service. Please make better naan and we would make this a must visit during our Chicago visits. read more

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Easily one of our best meals in Chicago. Funny enough, we actually walked past ROOP the night before on our way to demolish burgers at Au Cheval, glanced at the menu, and said, "Yep, we're coming back here." And we did. Best decision of the trip. Instant confidence boost when I saw several Indian families dining there. That's the universal sign you've found the spot. Authenticity confirmed. We tried a few mocktails, every single one was balanced, flavorful, and way more interesting than your usual "juice with a lime wedge" situation. The food? Absolutely killer. Every dish came out loaded with flavor. You really can't go wrong with good Indian food but at ROOP, you get that and a vibe. It's the kind of place that makes you feel a little fancy. The restaurant itself is quite nice, upscale. I totally get why they made the Michelin list in 2021. If you're craving Indian food and an atmosphere that screams "date night material", ROOP's your move. read more

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This is a great restaurant for progressive Indian food. The best part is that you can easily get a reservation even for a large group. We were a party of 10 for a Diwali dinner. I really liked that they've updated their menu -- it's modern and creative. For drinks, we ordered Road to Kerala, Malabar Old Fashioned, and Pink City. All were equally good. For food, we had Dahi Puri (6 pieces), Dal Makhani which was my favorite and tasted very close to authentic Indian flavors, Chicken malai Tikka(okayish), and Lamb Nihari, which was flavorful and rich. The ambiance is beautiful. Overall, I definitely recommend this place. read more

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I was really excited to come to Roop because I love Indian food in all its forms, whether it's traditional, fusion, experimental, or just Indian-inspired cocktails. The meal definitely delivered some highs and a couple of dishes I'd skip, but overall it was a fun night. The chili cheese kulcha was incredible, warm and gooey and the kind of thing you immediately want more of. It paired well with the butter chicken. Shrimp koliwada was one of my favorites of the night with that smoky tandoori flavor. The Goan crab cakes came with a thick rich gravy that I really liked even if the crab itself was a little more subtle. Butter chicken was good, creamy and comforting, but not as memorable as some of the other plates. The lamb shank nihari was tender but flavor-wise didn't wow me. Dessert was the star. The gulab jamun cheesecake was the perfect ending and honestly worth the trip alone. For drinks I had the Hot n' Gold cocktail with passion fruit, tequila, and chili mango purée. It was so delicious I ordered a second one. Our waiter was attentive and super nice the whole night. The ambience was dimly lit and just right for a date night. We were seated upstairs and the space turned out to be bigger than we expected. I'd come back for the small plates, cocktails, and definitely the gulab jamun cheesecake! read more

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This is a becoming my regular spot in west loop for a cocktail happy hour! Drinks featured are fun twists on classics and definitely a must visit if you're looking to venture a little out of your comfort zone. I always just sit at the bar and the mixologists are fantastic to talk to. I personally don't like super loud and crowded cocktail lounges but thats the typical scene in any West loop spot. ROOP, however, is not...so definitely a gem in my books! read more

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this restaurant with Michelin plate recognition (awarded in 2020 shortly after its opening as Rooh in 2019) is worth a visit for sure. Good customer service, clean fresh ingredient cooking. Celebrated my husbands bday while we're traveling to Chicago, I appreciated that they allowed our kids (7 year old and a baby) contrary to most restaurants that had any Michelin recognition (Indienne was a flat no). Apparently The restaurant rebranded its core experience to ROOP in 2024, introducing a refined 8-course tasting menu designed in collaboration with Michelin-starred Chef Mike Cornelissen. We have not tried the tasting menu, should consider booking that in the future! We dined as regulars, and I would say the experience was decent. Dahi puri, sweet potato chaat and jackfruit biryani was exceptionally good. The vegetable kebab plate was not good at all, not a single item on it. I'm a little surprised it didn't get taken off our bill despite me mentioning it 2-3 times when asked, usually with a strong customer service this has been the usual experience. The naan and wheat roti was good, the paneer pasanda and dal makhani (Roop daal) was ok ish. My son loved the mango sorbet which they were nice enough to bring with a candle as complimentary. Cocktails were amazing, I tried the Malabar old fashioned. Overall worth coming again for the vegetarian tasting menu experience again I feel. read more

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Beautiful ambience, delicious modern/elevated Indian food, and excellent service! The cocktails were also excellent! I had the tumeric infused gin drink and loved it! We ordered the sweet potato chat, jackfruit cutlets, mushroom truffle kulcha, and dahi kebob and they were all sooo good! We also ordered the tandoori cauliflower, avocado raita, roop dal and saag for the main entree which were also all very tasty. Definitely do not skip on dessert! The molten chocolate dessert was to die for. read more

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Food was fabulous. As an Indian going to an Indian restaraunt with my family we are often times dissapointed by the lack of authenticity but this place had some incredible little fusion dishes that had genuinely authentic flavors mixed in with the chefs own twist on Many dishes. Even the Indian-twist cocktails were fabulous! read more

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Dahi Kabab- 3/5 Paneer 5/5 Spinach kofta 2/5 - kofta was yummy but gravy seemed off Naan - 1/5 - i don't think it was made in a tandoori Gelato 3/5 Excellent service 5/5 read more

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2.5/5. I really wanted to continue loving this place but really, it's just meh. The food is also deteriorating in quality and quantity. The paneer was so hard I couldn't even chew into it! Saving grace is their daal which is still pretty good. The servers and management are pretty rude. When I used to come here with Sujan Sakar the place was pretty amazing. Losing its touch now. Wouldn't accommodate wouldn't update their style or philosophy or even keep good food. Such bland food! Slow service. Disappointed. Go to Indienne read more

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After hearing great things about Roop from some friends, we were eager to give it a try, and it did not disappoint. I liked their vintage Indian aesthetics, which created a warm and inviting atmosphere. The decor set the perfect tone for a cozy, yet refined dining experience. The staff were friendly and attentive. For appetizers, we opted for the much-talked-about Chilli Cheese Kulcha and Kerala Chicken. The Chilli Cheese Kulcha was a standout--soft, and packed with the perfect balance of cheesiness. It definitely lived up to the hype. The Kerala Chicken, on the other hand, while tasty, didn't quite capture the authentic flavors of Kerala cuisine. That said, it was still flavorful. We also ordered two cocktails, and I must say, the Kerala-inspired drink we had was exceptional. Though I can't recall its exact name, it was refreshing and packed with bold, unique flavors that complemented our meal beautifully. For our mains, we tried the Tandoori Cauliflower, which came highly recommended. The curry had a wonderful flavor that was rich and complex. However, the cauliflower could have been cooked a bit longer to achieve a slightly more tender texture. That said, the seasoning was spot on, and it was a dish we still thoroughly enjoyed. Next up was the Butter Chicken, a classic dish that certainly did not disappoint. The creamy sauce was perfectly balanced, and the chicken was tender and juicy. It was a definite highlight of the meal. We also ordered Butter Pao and Garlic Naan to accompany our main courses. The Butter Pao was delicious, though I felt it could have been just a touch softer. The Garlic Naan, while decent, didn't quite stand out in the same way the other dishes did--still, it was a nice accompaniment to the flavors of the Butter Chicken. For dessert we ordered the saffron cheesecake, it was a lot of flavours which were a bit all over the place, however it had a unique fusion of flavours. As for pricing, we found it quite reasonable given the quality of the food and the overall dining experience. Roop strikes me as the perfect spot for a date night or an anniversary celebration. The ambiance is intimate, the food is flavorful (even if a few dishes could be tweaked), and the service is top-notch. read more

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One year later and I'm moving out of Chicago and Roop is on the top of my list of places to go before I leave. I really don't know why Roop isn't more hyped up. Lamb Keema and the Chicken Biryani have been my consistent go to's. I guess I like that it's not over hyped for the sole purpose of I've always been able to walk in without a reservation. Anyway, please prioritize going here. Drinks are great, food is great and a post dinner Chai tea is also very good. read more

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Best Indian food hands down that I ever had, it was the right balance between innovation and tradition. Service was great and as able to use the unkind app for easy paying and didn't have to fight the bill. My water was never empty and food came out so fast on a Friday evening. Ambiance is moody and nice we were sat upstairs there was a loud party but the food was so great we didn't care ! read more

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Decided to visit this modern Indian spot for dinner after my friend already visited Indienne and wanted to try a different modern Indian restaurant. The space is beautifully designed with colorful murals and modern lighting. Sweet Potato Chaat (4.5/5) - great take on a classic - savory, sweet, crispy! the sweet potato was a tasty addition Kerala Chicken Bites (4.5/5) - my friend the crispy coating and the spice Paneer Pasanda (3.5/5) - Rich and creamy with fresh, tender paneer but nothing to write home about Garlic Naan - crispy and warm. A bit too thin Service was attentive and helpful with recommendations. Definitely worth a visit for Indian food lovers! read more

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A friend recommended this spot when we were visiting Chicago. Since we love Indian food, we had to check it out. We had a group of 6 people and we all shared food. We tried: - Avocado & Chickpea Bhel - Dahi Ke Kebab - Sweet Potato Chaat - Lamb Keema Hyderabadi - Pork Belly - Lamb Shank Nihari - Paneer Pasanda - Garlic Naan - Saffron Cheesecake - Payasam - Hot n' Gold - Mango Lassi Everything was incredible. I loved that the Indian flavors were there, but they have a modern twist. You won't find typical Indian dishes here--they're unique takes on the dishes which was fun. My best recommendation is to go with a group and share food so you can try more. read more

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The food was amazing! Highly recommend the lamb shank nihari. Steve was our server for the night and he did an outstanding job making us feel welcome, light, and fun. He offered great recommendations for drinks and side dishes to go with our meals. I would visit again just for the service (and if you choose to, try asking for Steve if he's around) read more

Rating: 4.6/5. The best Indian I've had in Chicago. Each dish was perfectly cooked and seasoned. read more

A great dining experience. To start, the pork belly appetizer with fig and ginger was quickly devoured. Perfect flavor pairing and so tender, it could've easily have been an entree. We shared the butter chicken and prawns with ghee, accompanied by rice and naan. Everything was so simple and authentic. The drink menu (program) is just as impressive. Whether you're in the mood for a classic cocktail, a well-paired wine, or an innovative house-made creation, their signature Indian-inspired pairings were the perfect complement to their dishes. read more

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For foodies who look for great taste and service, Roop is the place to dine. It has very calming vibes that enhances the experience. We ordered vegetarian platter, cauliflower in appetizers and garlic naan, paneer and jackfruit biryani. While all dishes were great, jackfruit biryani was the best. The time to serve was very well timed, not too slow and not too fast between the course. Cynthia is a great host and very knowledgeable about flavors and recommendations. read more

We came for dinner on a Saturday night, and we were able to be seated immediately. The menu is structured such that each of the dishes are shareable, but the portions are big enough for a single dish to be a main course. We really loved the kulcha and the crab, both of which were reminiscent of traditional dishes but made a little more modern. We would definitely recommend dining here! read more

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We stopped in for a late lunch at this cute, progressive Indian place. We didn't have reservations so our only option was to sit at the bar. Everything we ordered was good, but it was definitely on the pricey side, and the bill came with a 4% restaurant surcharge on top of the high prices. We shared the Paneer Pasanda ($30), Green Pea Kulcha ($19), and a small piece of Gulab Jamun cheesecake (an astonishing $16). The entrees don't come with rice, which is always surprising to come across. If you don't mind the cost, Rooh is a fun option for upscale, modern Indian food. read more

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I dined here on Mother's Day and let's put it this way, it met my mom's seal of approval and she gave it 5 stars. 'Nuff said? . On a more serious note, the food and service were both on point. I had one of their bourbon cocktails and we got the pea kulcha, jackfruit cutlet, lamb keema and butter chicken (not pictured). Everything had unique flavors and tasted really good. This was my first time trying a jackfruit dish and it was rather unique and unexpected. Similarly although you can get lamb keema elsewhere too, the foam that it came with was totally unique and a nice compliment. I had dined at ROOH for brunch years ago and found the meal 'heavy' but this time around I didn't feel that at all. Sure it's rich but I didn't feel too guilty after this meal. A must try if you're looking for an elevated Indian dining experience with some of the staples and some innovative fusion food. read more

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We went to ROOP (formerly ROOH) for the second time recently. The first time was a few months ago and we were blown away, but this time we left a little disappointed. I'm not sure if the dishes changed or if we just ordered the wrong things. We tried to order a lot of the same dishes we had the first tie. We had the crab cake, sweet potato chaat, tandoori cauliflower, butter chicken, garlic naan, and saffron rice. We had the sweet potato chaat last time, but it seemed different this time. I wasn't a fan of the yogurt mousse or the spinach tempura. I guess the combination of different textures make the dish unique and may appeal to some people, but I thought some pieces were too sticky and hard and I didn't like the flavor of the mousse, which was all over the dish. The sweet potato bites were wonderful though - good flavor and nice texture. A little crispy on the outside, but soft and rich on the inside. We got the cauliflower last time too and loved it, but this time it fell short. The curry had a flavor or seasoning that bothered me. The garlic naan and butter chicken were very good and I'd get those every time. They were what you would expect, which I was thankful for, after trying some of the more exotic dishes. The service was fine. There weren't any extra niceties and they didn't go out of their way to be particularly accommodating, but nobody was rude. We had dinner on a Thursday at 5PM with our toddler. Overall, I guess it's not the best place for kids. My husband enjoyed the meal more than I did, but I don't think we'll be coming back again. read more

Came here for restaurant week when it was still "ROOH". I went for dinner and the food was tasty but portions were so small, I was not full when we left. It was an okay experience but I don't think I would go away as it was nothing special and there's both better innovative Indian and traditional Indian food in the city. The ambience is nice inside though it's a cute place. read more

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One of my favorite Indian restaurants in the city!! Rooh is more of an upscale, modern take on Indian food and the ambiance is amazing, the servers are friendly and the food is incredible. Been here several times and would definitely bring out of town guests here. For apps - The Chili cheese kulcha is my favorite thing and we never come here without ordering at least one of these. The sweet potato chaat is also a must try - so unique and tasty. The garlic naan with Paneer Pasada or butter chicken is delicious and you can't go wrong with either of these options. The gravy in these dishes is sooo creamy and the chicken is cooked perfectly. The cocktails are really good and have fun Indian twists / ingredients in them, and for dessert the mango sorbet tastes just like frozen rus (alphonso mangos). Everything is so so good 10/10 recommend! read more

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Came here for birthday celebrations and had a great time. They gave us a pretty large both for us two people, it was nice to have the space to spread out! The waiter was super sweet and walked us through the whole menu. Here is what we got: Drinks: - Malabar old fashioned - great drink, alcohol forward with good flavors delicious - Road to Kerala - (not a fan of banana) so was worried about the banana but you couldn't really taste that flavor, would definitely recommend -chili cheese kulcha - very tasty and a lil spicy, if you like bread and cheese (who doesn't?) get this - sweet potato chaat - this one kind of surprised me and was honestly one of my favorite dishes that we ordered - kerala chicken - perfectly crispy and spicy -bagara baingan- pretty good, was giving Thai peanut curry They also brought out a birthday ice cream, which was also good. Really enjoyed the meal and would come back when we visit Chicago again. read more

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Came here on a Thursday after making a last minute dinner reservation for three. It's easy to get this restaurant confused with the place next door, so make sure to confirm you're at the right spot when checking in! It seemed like about half of the tables were doing the tasting menu, while the other half were doing ala carte. We opted for the ala carte and tried the following: - Goan Crab Cakes: pretty tasty but honestly nothing that will stick in my memory. - Lamb Keema Hyderabadi: I never say no to buttered pao and this was some good stuff! Solid rendition of a classic. - Saag Paneer Kofta: to be honest, I would have preferred just normal saag paneer to the kofta form, but it was fun to try. Wouldn't get again. - Butter Chicken: nothing noteworthy but a solid protein choice. - Rooh Dal: a very solid dal dish, worth adding. - Garlic naan: also standard fare. Overall, the food was good but nothing was "must get again". I also wasn't a fan of the fact that each chutney cost $3 to order. They do have some inventive cocktails that are worth trying! I would say I'd recommend this place more for the drinks and light bites than for an entire meal. read more

Went to Rooh for dinner and not bad for Wednesday night. We made reservations and never a bad idea to do so for this place. It was packed mostly after hours office crowd and business meeting related dinner crowd. We reached early and were asked to wait at the bar. We sat in the bar and ordered the drinks. The drinks were non alcoholic so relally didn't enjoy them much. Will give 2.5/5. Food. Small plates, cheese kulcha: 5/5 Jackfruit Cutlet: 4/5 tip this should be made in 2 portions instead of one. Might make it easy to eat without destructing the dish. Mains: Paneer Pasanda: 5/5 nice gravy and cottage cheese was soft and well cooked. Saffron Rice: 3.5/5 nothing extraordinary. Just regular boiled rice with saffron strands. Garlic Naan: 4/5 very small size but good. Dal Makhani: 4/5 nice dal but was little watery. It is supposed to be thick. Dessert: paysam( rice pudding) 5/5 best part. It was perfectly sweet. If you are looking for a light dessert less sweet this is the best options. Served chilled with fruits on top( little modernized than traditionally done paysam. I would rather prefer nuts over strawberries and berries) Good food. I will recommend but probably may not go back soon since there are so many more to go and try and menu is also limited. read more

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We ordered for a chicken biryani from an online food delivery service and this is what we were served for $26. Not what we expected for a restaurant the grade of roop. Biryani is supposed to be a balanced proportion of meat and rice. Dish we got was only 70% full, had about 20% rice and rest chicken. Won't be ordering the biryani from this place again after this experience. read more

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I've been to the Rooh location in Palo Alto and was so excited to try the Chicago location. I can certainly say it did not disappoint!! Ambiance: the interior of the restaurant is stunning! They have a beautiful mural by the bar area and the lighting stems from several gorgeous chandeliers. Service: our server was very friendly and attentive. Food came out quickly and hot. No complaints! Food + Drink: Pink City - perfectly spicy and salty! If you like margaritas you will enjoy this cocktail. Jack Fruit Cutlet & Sabudana Cutlet - the jack fruit was so savory and tasty! The sabudana had a nice spice to it and a soft + chewy texture. Chili Cheese & Green Pea Kulcha - both are excellent! The green pea is tangy and fresh, whereas the chili is filled with gooey cheese to offset the spice. Paneer Pasanda - elevated version of a butter paneer. Delicious! Tandoor Cauliflower - the curry had a nutty flavor and the cauliflower was smoky and tender. So good! Saffron Cheesecake - so soft with the perfect amount of sweetness. The cardamom/nutmeg/rose flavor perfectly compliments the cheesecake. TL;DR - A fantastic choice for upscale Indian! Service is excellent and the interior is beautiful. My personal favorites are the Jackfruit Cutlets, Paneer Pasanda, and Green Pea Kulcha! read more

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The food is high quality and well presented. Service was a bit slow. Nice ambiance. I will say my cocktail was $18 and had like 4 sips in it, a sprite was $6, butter chicken was $28 and didn't come with rice which I just find to be silly for that price. Bathrooms were also not super nice/clean. And bill had 4% "restaurant charge" read more

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Just updating my review to disclose that this restaurant still rocks lol we officially come here once a year for an anniversary and now I'm like "maybe we should come here every quarter?" We have never had a bad meal at ROOH. Get the chai tea. Get the butter chicken. Get the lamb shank. Get the sweet potato chaat. Get it ALL! The restaurant is always so chill when we go, it always feels intimate even when there are a lot of people there and the service is excellent! We'll see you soon, ROOH! read more

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ROOH and Bar Goa seem to be owned by the same people, which is something one of my friends pointed out because they offer the same drinks. I didn't get one but my friends liked the drinks they got and ordered multiple after liking it. We went for Valentine's Day, which was fun because they gave (only the women lol) roses. Of the food we got, I really recommend the Goa shrimp, sabudana cutlets, and butter chicken as standouts. We also got a surf and turf special and I liked the scallops but found the meat not particularly memorable. In terms of decor/ambiance, it is ridiculously beautiful in ROOH. Definitely great spot for a special occasion or date if the vibes are important to you. Overall, I'd say food is good but not necessarily blow your mind amazing. Had a lovely meal though and I'm happy I tried it even if I won't necessarily rush back to go again. read more

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This is a great modern Indian spot on par with any of the NYC favorites, i.e. Gupshup, Indian accent, etc. Rooh means soul in Hindi, and there is certainly soul in the cooking here. My favorite item was the sabudana fritters. These are a flattened version of the classic Maharashtran dish sabudana vada, made of tapioca flour fried. These tasted as amazing as the sabudana I had at Aaswad in Bombay, especially paired with one of the spicy chutneys that you can order a la carte. For mains we had the dal and paneer pasanda, basically a paneer makhani but with the paneer nicely textured and not just relying on the butter tomato sauce for flavor. Dal was great too. read more

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Servers were super attentive, almost too attentive. Got my water filled like 10 times just to keep the glass full. I started filling my own water because I felt bad that the guy kept coming back just to fill my half glass to make it full. The ambiance is super pretty. There's not a lot of free parking in the area FYI. Food had a good take on traditional Indian street food, but revamped! Will come back read more

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