My friend and I visited here for dinner after work. We were both not really feeling that hungry so we decided to just get a bunch of appetizers and naan instead of any entrees. We definitely got judged but the server seemed to find it a little funny. We got there at around 6ish and it seemed very empty, but by the time we left at around 8/7:30 the place was really filling up! A little expensive and I definitely had better Indian food, but not too bad. 4 stars for their patience with us :) read more

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Service was fine and food was tasty, but the lunch special features a tiny portion of protein (3-4 chunks), a small spoonful of rice, and then 1000 calories worth of naan. Probably a good restaurant, but the lunch special left a lot to be desired. read more

Utsav - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Utsav offers Bengali cuisine, and I had never tried this type of food before, along with Indo-Chinese--what a unique combination! I was pleasantly surprised by the distinct flavors, which differ from my usual go-to Indian dishes. While the Indian influence is definitely present, the Bengali dishes stood out with their bold mustard seed flavors, and the Indo-Chinese cuisine had a noticeable Chinese flair. The Indian-spiced elements were also fantastic. The Indian-spiced cocktails were fantastic, especially the chai espresso martini--it was wonderful! read more

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Utsav is a good Indian restaurant- go along with co workers once in a while mainly to sit and dine but after Covid just went there recently They have a small outdoor dining area which was good Food was good nothing great for the prices - got the vegetarian lunch special with malai kofta/ mixed vegetables and salad My colleagues got the chicken lunch special with chicken tikka and chana dal It has gotten expensive since the last time we went there They used to have lunch specials for pickup around 15 . Their dine in lunch specials are around 20 Good taste overall for lunch specials read more

Utsav - Malai Kofta Vegetable Jalfrezi - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

High hopes for Christmas dinner 2022. Deflatingly, the CTM was bland. On the bright side, the general holiday vibes in the open dining room were merry. The wait to pay was 25-30 mins. Eventually waiting this long will erode any Christmas cheer... Overall, I wouldn't return (based on the food), but I acknowledge Utsav offers a convenient and tempting Indian food option close to Times Square. read more

really f*ing good. i have been craving samosa chaat for weeks at this point, and i finally decided that today would be the day i satisfy my needs. and let me tell you... it was well worth the wait. i placed an order for pickup, and was really just charmed by the restaurant in general. i love that it's "tucked away in plain sight", i wished i was sat at a table by those big windows. but anyways, the food is why i'm writing a review. suuuper yummy! all components of the dish were superb, the spice, the crunch, the blend of sauces. simply perfect! i totally see myself going back and eating around the whole menu. read more

This is a great Indian restaurant with a Bengali menu near Times Square that is worth a visit. We took a relative there who was staying in NYC. The service was prompt and I enjoyed a fruity cocktail flavored with banana. The atmosphere is lively and colorful in the spacious dining room which is upstairs from a ground level bar. The food was genuine and tasty, with tender meat chunks and creamy curry sauce. We went for the Bengali menu but the Indochinese was good as well. I happen to love Indian Kurd, a Bengali specialty, which they serve here. What a great dessert option! read more

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A Perfect Start to a Perfect Evening at Utsav From the moment we walked into Utsav, we knew we were in for something special. Tucked away in the heart of Midtown--on 46th & 6th--you might expect an upscale location like this to come with a hefty price tag. But to our absolute delight, the entire experience was incredibly reasonably priced, especially given the level of service, creativity, and quality. The ambiance was elegant yet welcoming--the perfect pre-theater vibe that instantly set the tone for an unforgettable night. Susanna, our server, was stellar. Thoughtful, kind, and incredibly knowledgeable, she guided us through Utsav's diverse and exciting offerings from their Indo-Chinese, Bengali, and Indian menus. Thanks to her, we made some excellent choices--and didn't try a single thing we didn't love. We kicked things off with a vibrant Jhal Muri, a rich and flavorful Butter Chicken Kulcha, a bright Lemon Coriander Soup, and the indulgent Cream Cheese & Truffle Oil Kulcha. Each dish delivered bold, unforgettable flavors and was beautifully presented. For mains, we shared the comforting Vegetarian Hakka Noodles and the absolute standout of the evening--Chicken Bharta. Creamy, aromatic, and perfectly spiced, it was a dish we'll be craving again and again. Just when we thought we couldn't be more impressed, the evening ended with a brilliant twist on a classic: the Gulab Jamun Crème Brûlée--a showstopper dessert that brought both comfort and innovation in one spoonful. The drinks were just as thoughtfully crafted: the Tiki Tamarind and Old Monk Story were flavorful and refreshing, while my partner enjoyed a cold Taj beer and the crisp, floral Prem Khani. Adding an even more personal and heartfelt touch, owner Nandita Khanna came by our table multiple times to check in and make sure we were enjoying ourselves. Her warmth and hospitality truly elevated the entire experience. We left Utsav with full hearts and happy bellies, heading off to see Real Women Have Curves already planning our next visit. Utsav isn't just dinner--it's a celebration of flavor, tradition, and genuine hospitality. Whether you're local or visiting, don't miss this Midtown gem. We can't wait to go back. read more

Amazing food, ambience and service. One of the best restaurants I've been to in Time square, in such a busy area you wouldn't expect restaurants to be this consistent and considerate with their customers and food. Must visit place if you are visiting New York. read more

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Off the street this East Indian bar and grill looks like a non-descript bar, but check out the beautiful second level dining space. It comfortably accommodates groups, large and small. Lots of natural light too. We came in for lunch. I suggest the Lunch Specials (~$25 pp) - omnivorous or vegetarian for a complete experience. The Naan and Roti breads were served hot and fresh. I chose a tasty Chicken Masala with sides. The Palik Paneer (cooked spinach-cheese) was the best I've had! I finished with a non-alcohol digestif: Jal Jeera which was terrific! The wait staff were kind, and patient in explaining menu options. It seems Utsav is accustomed to the "power lunch" crowd, so you won't need to wait long to eat. That said, we were not rushed at all on this day. Recommended. read more

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Good spacious Indian restaurant in the heart of Times Square area with large menu selections of food. We were a large group and this place worked out well. Service was fairly good as well. read more

The food was very excellent and I would go back for that. But I was not happy with a mandatory 18% gratuity per table with the service being less than mediocre. My server was grumpy and never came back to check on me which meant the restaurant lost revenue of additional orders from me like more to drink more rice Etc.. read more

Utsav - Corn & Mango Bhel Highly recommended - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Delicious food and great service! The coconut chittenaad was excellent and the date palm ice cream paired perfectly with gulab jamun. Our server Appollina was lovely! Fantastic meal :) read more

Good Indian food and service. Good location. Pleasant and well up-kept ambience. We were visiting NY and this was a convenient lunch option for us. We came when they were closing but they still obliged and served us. Thankful for that! read more

I used to order from Utsav all the time when I worked on 51st and 6th! Went back recently and tried out their new Indochine menu and it was delicious. Love the Indian Chinese fusion and lots of chili dishes and noodles. Please try the gulab jamun crème brûlée for dessert! Please support your local restaurants! read more

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I stopped by here for lunch with a friend and we placed our order, Chicken Tikka Masala ($24) and Tandoori Lamb Chops ($44), including a to-go order of the Chicken Tikka Masala. The to-go order came out within 10 minutes while we continued to wait for our order. It took almost 40 minutes for our order to come out even though they managed to get the to-go Chicken Tikka Masala ready within 10 minutes. Given that we both could only do lunch for an hour, we ended up having to pack our dishes and didn't eat anything at the restaurant. Truly horrible service, especially given how overpriced the dishes are. The cherry on top was that rice was $5 extra even though Chicken Tikka Masala is a curry dish. I wouldn't eat here again nor would I recommend it to anyone. read more

Utsav - Chicken Tikka Masala ($24) and Basmati rice ($5) - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Came here with friends and it started off with really low hopes. The restaurant is big and they were taking seating upstairs. We ordered the Lunch special some beers garlic and jalapeño naans and a mango lassi. Unfortunately didn't get a chance to get dessert :( Not sure if it was just an off day for the service, although they were nice, it was very very slow. We were all getting a bit impatient. Once the food finally came out it was actually really good! Don't expect it to be the best you've ever had but it's definitely really authentic and tasty! We all really enjoyed it. Jalapeño naans were popping! Mango lassi was not too sour and delicious! Everyone's lunch specials were yummy. And the beers were crisp and cold Only things were the service was slow and it is a bit pricey. read more

Utsav - Lunch special - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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We ordered a bottle of Robert Mondavi cab, truffle oil cheese naan, butter chicken naan, chicken Chetinad, kadai paneer, roomali roti and a bread basket. We were a group of 4 friends meeting up after 15 years. The place is super busy, and overall I'd say the food was up to standard and felt like food from back home. So why only 3 stars? Id rate them a strong 3.5 but I can't do a half star. 1. I docked 1 star for the Kadai paneer. During the 1st iteration it had a strong pickled lemon sour taste. The server promptly took it back. The 2nd iteration was better but still had that pickled sourness. Disappointed because this was supposed to be a flagship item. 2. Docked another half star because they added an 18% gratuity by default. We weren't thrilled with the paneer and even the service wasn't up to snuff. I probably would have eventually kept a 15 or 18% gratuity but wasn't given that chance. I don't appreciate them sliding this in (no mention of that anywhere on the menu or at the premise) read more

The food, drinks and service are all excellent here. I have been going to Utasav since 2012 and it's always been a pleasure. Their appetizers alone are good enough for us to stop right there. worth the visit if you are in Midtown NYC. Highly recommend. Order their spicy Old Fashion or Mango margherita to pair well with anything! read more

5 stars all around for Utsav, they seem to have really added some interesting dishes to their menu. Food was great, fresh, flavorful and great portions. Highly recommend the lamb seekh, broccoli, paneer tikka and butter chicken kulcha. Enjoyed the ras malai for dessert. The indo chinese and Bengali dishes looked interesting which we'll try next time. Really attentive service, were quick to refill waters, bringing sides and drinks. Highly Recommended. read more

Really small portion sizes . They got us really small 2 mini kulchas in one serving . Either increase the number of kulchas or the size .... It was really surprising to see that kind of serving size . The chilli chicken appetizer hardly had 4 decent pieces of chicken . Really disappointed . read more

I really enjoyed the comfort of this place! Nice spacious dining room and air conditioned. I ordered the butter chicken kulcha as an appetizer which was honestly the perfect appetizer, great chutney as well. For dinner I ordered the tikki masala and the bengali dish bengali alur dum. SO SPICY!! I almost always opt for a mild option to still get some spice but still be able to enjoy the food. This place didn't offer an option and everything was so spicy I was suffering lol. The flavors and everything was so good and cooked perfectly but was hard to eat because of the spice. Overall was a great experience I would just bring some milk next time lol. read more

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Was at Utsav on May 26th . We wanted to try out the Bengali section from the menu . Ordered Phuchka , Kolkata fish fry , vegetable chop , luchi , kosha mangsho , chicken chowmein & dry chilli chicken . I want to give all the dishes 10 out of 10 . you do not need to go to Kolkata anymore to experience authentic , mouth- watering Kolkata food . The staff was very friendly & attentive . The ambience was nice & cozy . We ordered Nalen gurer icecream for dessert . Felt that is one dish where there is a room for improvement . But i will go back in a heart beat again . read more

Ambiance is very nice. Service is very good. Happy hour by the far, drinks are reasonably priced! Food can be spicy so do request otherwise. Food is most definitely delicious! read more

As a born and raised New Yorker who is always on the hunt for exciting food experiences, Utsav exceeded my expectations. While I went in expecting to try the Indian classics I was pleasantly surprised when the owner, Nandita, convinced me and my guest to let her take the reins and let her order an array of items off the Indochinese menu. Nandita is from the Kolkata region of India, which is known for its Indochinese food - a cuisine I had never had the opportunity to taste...until now! From start to finish the dishes I tried were packed with flavor, texture, and spice combinations I had never tasted before. Some of my favorite dishes were the Lemon and Coriander Chicken Soup, Konjee Crispy Veggies (battered cauliflower, baby corn, potatoes) in a chili sauce, Szechuan Chicken (boneless!), Konjee Crispy Lamb (which reminded me or fried pork rinds in the best way possible!!), Salt and Pepper Shrimp, and the Traditional Indochinese Hakka Noodles with veggies and chicken. For dessert I tried the "Mishti Doi" which is traditional sweet yogurt with a custard like consistency. Everything was amazing! Along with this meal I ordered the draft "Taj Mahal" beer - an Indian lager that was awesome and my guest had the homemade lemonade with ginger. If you're looking for something exciting and innovative that is based in centuries of tradition, then Indochinese food at Utsav is definitely for you. Be prepared to leave Utsav feeling stuffed and content. I can't wait to bring more people here so I can order more next time! read more

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We went here for dinner on a Wednesday after work and were seated immediately. We ordered the butter chicken kulcha and the kali mirch kabab to start and the goat biryani as our main. Perfect for 2. The kali mirch kabab was delicious 10/10 - perfectly cooked! it was peppery and moist - just perfect. The butter chicken Kulcha was cute and nice 7/10. It was good but as the husband of a Delhi girl i've come to expect nothing short of perfection when it comes to butter chicken. The biryani was really good - 8/10. One of the better available in NY. it's not perfect but it's really good and better than most others. would love to hear if anyone has recommendations. Naseem our server was the best. He recommended the biryani and he was right! Super kind, friendly and prompt! Exceptional service! read more

It was my first day at work at the Avenue of the Americas and my colleague recommended this place when I asked if they had any good vegetarian restaurants in the vicinity. The restaurant looked quite modest from the outside and I didn't try out the buffet at the first level and rather tried the display of buffet for pickup. They had a variety of vegetarian and non vegetarian items and I tried the saffron rice with the Aachari Baigan with Mutter Saag. They offer two out of three to fit the To Go box. They also gave a complimentary Naan to go with. The checkout process was simple and quick and the staff was very kind. The baigan was very good but the mutter saag was out of the world, one of the best tasting mutter saag that I've ever had. The quantity was so good that I almost didn't feel hungry until night. If you are in the 6th Avenue, make sure you try this place! read more

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Overall a meh for food (which cant be customized for the spice levels) and service. We come to NY every year for several weeks, and I have tried this place a few times, but cant get to like them, not even once. The gratuity is mandatory and despite the disclaimer, does-not ethically justify the burden. I think I have had enough and wouldn't be coming back. There are a far better Indian food choices in the Times Square area, management should really look for the reasons that the popularity is on decline. read more

Visited @utsavnyc to sample their Indo-Chinese food and it was phenomenal. Indo-Chinese food is amongst the top five cuisine I enjoy but to get the Kolkata Street Style Noodles , Manchurian or Fried Rice which balances flavors perfectly has always been a challenge. @utsavnyc I literally felt I was eating at a place in India which specializes in Indo-Chinese Food. Nandita the owner told us that the Chef is trained in Indo-Chinese cuisine and the taste spoke loudly about it. I am a vegetarian but my friend was a Non-vegetarian so we sampled both. . We enjoyed the following : Drinks - Spiced Jalapeño Collins Appetizers - Cream Cheese & Truffle Oil Mini Naan, Butter Chicken Naan, Tandoori Broccoli, Paneer Chutney Tikka , Crispy Chilly Baby Corn Main Course - Veg Haka Noodles , Coriander Burnt Garlic Fried Rice, Vegetable Manchurian and Chilly Chicken Dessert - Mishti Dhoi and Gulab Jamun Creme Brûlée I would rate the restaurant as : Cuisine - Indian & Indo-Chinese Food & Drinks - 4/5 Ambience & Location - 4.5/5 Service - 4/5 Price - $$ Overall Rating - 4 read more

Utsav - Crispy Baby Corn - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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Great Indian Restaurant excellent food and hospitality by Ramson great experience. Food was authentic desert took the experience to higher level. I really suggest visiting Utsav! read more

This spot is known for its lunch buffet, which costs $21.95 (weekdays and weekend are the same price). Upon entering, there's a downstairs area with the restaurant located on the 2nd level. There's a spacious hallway with mirrors, flower displays, cool lights and plush purple couch. The dining room is lovely, classy and elegant with pretty lights and dominating colors of yellow, orange and red. There were over 12 dishes being offered, along with 2 desserts and we were served fresh thin pancake with mashed potato and onion filling. I also ordered a mango lassi which was decent but expensive for $6, especially since the glass was so small. Dosa With Sambhar & Chutney was served to us at our table and I loved the taste - I even wanted seconds! It was a thin pancake with mashed potato and onion filling inside. The pancake was perfectly crisped and ther was an amazing array of seasonings throughout. At the buffet, there were the following dishes and desserts: + Two Non Vegetarian Entrees: Fish curry was really enjoyable - Tender and great accompanying sauce. The tandoori chicken was also good. Just the right amount of char and the chicken itself was still juicy with a smoky flavor. + Three Vegetarian Entrees: I liked the cauliflower with peas, carrots in a lovely, mild curry. There was also spinach with cubes of yummy paneer cheese. My least favorite was the eggplant because I wasn't too keen on the sauce. + Aloo Tikki Chole: This was wonderful - Crispy little cakes of potato croquette, served with chickpea curry. I liked the potato croquette by itself though. It was very flavorful with great potato-y deliciousness! + Bhel Poori: This was puffed rice mixed with vegetables and tangy taramind sauce, which was pretty good. + Pav Bhaji: This was a vegetable curry mash made with peas, tomatoes, peppers that was kept warm on a large circular hot plate, along with some soft bread rolls on the side. It tasted okay, but wasn't my favorite. + Assortment Of Salads & Raita: There was plenty of fresh salad and mixture of tomato, red onion and something green, along with different types of sauces. + Saffron Rice: This was fragrant and paired perfectly with the rest of the savory dishes. + Rice Pudding: Topped with pistachio and with a very strong taste of saffron, cardamom and other delightful spices - Delicious! + Gulab Jamun: Spongy, milky balls soaked in rose scented syrup and almond slices. Incredibly sweet - a bit too much even for me, but nevertheless delectable. I think there should have also been one of the classic chicken dishes, such as chicken tikka masala or korma. Either that or a lamb dish. The service was definitely solid. We stayed pass the time that lunch was over but were not rushed in any way. I would for sure recommend the lunch buffet. There is also a prix fixe 3 course meal of $40 and a regular menu. I wouldn't mind coming back to order from that. read more

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Way to spoil birthday dinner! We visited this place for dinner on Aug 12. It was just two of us. Ordered a curry and a few breads with some starter. Curry had a burnt taste and breads were hard. Upon request, they redid the curry but took enormous amount of time and by then bread went cold like a toast! Naan turned into Nachos! Overall, a terrible dining experience and hugely overpriced the so called "Bengali Cuisine". We don't recommend this! Much better places to eat in the area. Thanks! read more

I came here for dinner with my bestie and we had the greatest time ever. The interior is gorgeous. Lots of open space and floor to ceiling windows, it feels so relaxing and luxurious. We tried so many dishes so I will let you know my absolute faves incase you're looking for inspo! I am obsessed with the Indo-Chinese menu options, must try the chili lamb dry appetizer (super savory and spicy) as well as the Salt and pepper prawns (sauce is absolutely amazing) we ordered the burnt garlic coriander fried rice and it was fragrant - flavorful and a great accompaniment to other meaty dishes. We tried the crisp lamb as well for our entree and it was so good. Will be returning soon to try the extensive Indian menu! read more

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The food was pretty decent, no complaints there. Service was however quite negligible after food was served. Wanted to order something to add to our order but after we were past 15 minutes of our meal and no servers were around we gave up.. also didn't like the fact that they added 18% gratuity automatically... not sure if that's normal in Manhattan. read more

Good food and service. Feels like a secret hideaway in midtown. The bread and curries are delicious and they have a large dining room.

Visited Utsav after a friend recommended but was highly disappointed, food was very pricey and overall portions size was good for 2 person, chicken lollipops was so dry and had no sauce whatsoever, service was slow and food came after 1 hour after we ordered, ambiance was good, I will not visit again!! read more

Utsav - Noodles (3/5) - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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Though a little hard to find, the food was great and authentic! Not to mention the really nice staff! read more

I've been coming to this restaurant for over two decades, and it used to be great. However, my last two visits were extremely disappointing in terms of hospitality, decor, and the staff's behavior and training. I was dining with my son, who is scheduled for a procedure at NYU, and the hostess seated us in a cramped corner right next to a couple on a romantic date. We ordered drinks, but the soda was flat. When the waiter served our curries, his thumb was in every dish--even the biryani wasn't spared. We jokingly dubbed it "Thumb Biryani." Save your money--there are far better Indian restaurants in NYC. read more

Love Utsav great atmosphere great food!! Danny Dee and Jerry always take good care of us.. fun music my favorite is shish kebablove the green sauce !!!!! read more

Utsav - One of my favorite dish chicken seek kabbab! Green sauce to die for! Garlic Naan Raita sauce a classic... - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

I love going to Utsav! They always have amazing service and food I can't get enough of. We ordered the Butter Chicken Kulcha which was stuffed and very flavorful, Kolkata Fish Fry from their new Bengali menu, Chelo Kebab and Chilli Lamb from their IndoChinese menu. I really enjoyed the flavors from each region as I've never experienced anything similar before in all of the years I've eaten at restaurants in NYC. Needless to say, I will keep coming back to try more from the new Bengali menu as well as their IndoChinese menu. Utsav has won my heart over time and time again! read more

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