Bombay Chowk

Indian restaurant · Upper East Side

Bombay Chowk

Indian restaurant · Upper East Side

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Bet 73 &, 1378 1st Avenue, E 74th St, New York, NY 10021

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Bombay Chowk fuses vibrant Indian flavors with a fun, eclectic decor, making it a must-visit for a cozy dinner or lively takeout on the Upper East Side.  

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"The biryani at Bombay Chowk — with an elaborately decorated premises that qualifies as a fun restaurant — has a decidedly festive edge to it." - Robert Sietsema

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"When you get takeout and delivery from Bombay Chowk on the Upper East Side, prioritize the excellent chicken kadai. It comes in red masala sauce, and is cooked so perfectly that it’ll break apart with a plastic fork. You can place your order online starting at 11:30am every day." - Hannah Albertine

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"At Bombay Chowk on the Upper East Side, you’ll get to enjoy things like crispy vegetable samosas and tandoori lamb chops while seated in a cushioned throne next to lava lamps and stained glass decorations with neon lights. The bright decorations make it look more like a nightclub than a restaurant, but that’s just part of the reason you come here. That, and the excellent chicken kadai. It comes in red masala sauce, and is cooked so perfectly that it breaks apart with your fork. If you want a break from your typical Indian spot on the UES (there are a ton of them), Bombay Chowk is an excellent casual spot where you can branch out." - Hannah Albertine

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Oliver Gamboa

Google
My wife and I randomly went here for dinner. And what a great find it was! The owner was very enthusiastic about trying true authentic Indian food and not just eating the typical food that mainstream had over killed. He was very good in determining what spices we like in our dish and very hospitable. And it turns out that he had been to the Philippines and knows how to speak in Tagalog, which was pleasantly surprising. We definitely had our tummies filled with great flavor and beyond satisfaction. We highly recommend coming here!

N P

Google
The ambiance was perfect for our birthday celebration, creating an intimate atmosphere. The team went above and beyond, providing attentive service throughout our time there. Last but certainly not least, the dishes were authentically delicious, each dish beautifully plated and served with passion ~ there even was an allergen question which was answered immediately! Our experience was exceptional, kudos to Deepak & his team. I highly recommend it for any private event or to enjoy great Indian food!

Deepshikha Kaushal

Google
I visited this restaurant yesterday with my husband, and we had high expectations based on the glowing reviews. The restaurant is a bit small but has a good ambiance. The service was good and fast, and food presentation was impressive. However, our excitement was short-lived, as the food was a letdown. We started with the kachori for appetizer, which was surprisingly unremarkable in terms of taste. For our main course, we ordered the saag paneer and bhindi masala, but unfortunately, neither dish impressed us. Saag paneer lacked spices, while the bhindi masala was poorly cooked and had unpleasant strands that made it difficult to eat. Given our disappointing experience, I'm uncertain about returning to this restaurant. Moreover, I would advise against ordering the saag paneer and bhindi masala, as they failed to meet even average standards. Perhaps the restaurant can revamp their recipes to better align with the expectations set by their promising reviews.

John Lin

Google
The reviews might not be legitimate; he incentivizes you to leave a 5 star review for a discount. Food here was decent. We had the goat mirwani, chicken korma, chicken biryani, garlic naan, and a bunch of other dishes. Each dish was flavorful and was well seasoned. I think the best dish was the goat malvani (special item). Very tender, hearty, and savory. The only thing I can say is that a lot of the meats were overcooked, and some of the dishes like the naan were very lightly seasoned. The atmosphere is very colorful and vibrant. The service is what needs to improve. The old man who I believe was the owner, essentially told other seated customers that they needed to leave to make room for others. He was also super commanding in telling us where to put plates on the table, what we should order, etc. Menu suggestions are one thing, but commands are another.

Cynthia M

Google
Absolutely perfect meal here at Bombay Chowk. It was our first visit here and there will be many more. We had the tandoori broccoli, the egg appetizer, crab curry and salmon curry. All were delicious! The garlic naan was exceptional and the rice was flavorful. The owner made the best suggestions so if you have no allergies just leave the menu up to him! Lovely ambiance, fun music and super friendly service. The special dessert was also a wonderful end to the meal. Can’t wait to try more suggestions of his in the future. Highly recommended!

Brent Lomas

Google
Delicious and welcoming! Eclectic and colorful decor--the ornate chairs are Versace! We had a cauliflower appetizer that was savory, sweet, spicy, crispy…..highly recommend! All of the staff recommendations were educational and right on! Great vibe for a dinner for two, music wasn't too loud and staff was very friendly and informative.

assis goes

Google
Loved my time here! Amazing and authentic food. We ordered the off-menu Goan mega Thali’s that you have to call two days in advance for. We got the king fish thali, boneless salmon thali, vegetable thali, lobster tikka masala and the best chai in nyc. Beautiful decor as well!

Mohana Biswas

Google
Wonderful service! Our host had us expand our palette and we would HIGHLY recommend the chicken caffreal (chicken and cilantro)

Valerie W.

Yelp
The food is a little pricey but honestly this is a hidden gem for how amazing and flavorful everything was. The ambiance of this restuarant is like no other, so colorful and well decorated, very unique to the culture which is what I really appreciated. My friend and I came here right when the restaurant opened and the service was great. We were seated and were able to order immediately. We did have to ask to refill water a couple times but that wasn't really a big deal. The food here though is probably one of the best Indian cuisines I've ever had. We ordered and shared the lamb pista korma and the goat cheese naan which are now my two favorite dishes. The curry was rich and flavorful, with a hint of sweetness. There were levels to the curry and the naan that I've never experienced. Although it was a little out of my price range, I would say it is 100% worth it. Would definitely come here again to try all the other dishes!

Ann P.

Yelp
Service is good, and it is a very cute place. Food was not great though. The sweet corn vegetable soup was okay, and naan was okay. We got the malai kofta curry that wasn't good. The gravy was okay, but the koftas themselves were too strong in flavor and the dish came with only 2 koftas! I would not visit again even though it is a 5 minute walk from where I stay when I visit New York city.

Cole D.

Yelp
Had my friend's leftovers of garlic chicken. Very good. Tasty and saucy. Nice ambiance inside. Be try friendly and accommodating service for someone who was coming in late like me.

Jackie R.

Yelp
My husband and I love this place! Hidden neighborhood gem- unpretentious and delicious!! Fast, elegant preparation -- great service. Just amazing flavors- get the sag paneer, samosas, Nan, and chicken tikka masala!

Nisha P.

Yelp
The ambiance was perfect for our birthday celebration, creating an intimate atmosphere. The team went above and beyond, providing attentive service throughout our time there. Last but certainly not least, the dishes were authentically delicious, each dish beautifully plated and served with passion ~ there even was an allergen question which was answered immediately! Our experience was exceptional, kudos to Deepak & his team. I highly recommend it for any private event or to enjoy great Indian food!

Shrina S.

Yelp
First time trying food from here, I picked up the food. The sambar had no taste to it and dosa wasn't good. The mango lassi was good. I also got paneer, which was good.

Sachi P.

Yelp
We were looking for a place to have Indian food on the upper East side. The place is compact, but the ambience was fine with the wall art and music. There were people smoking on the street and the doors were open so some of that lofted into the restaurant while we were eating. Service was OK. We had to call over the waitress multiple times in order to get our drinks. Additionally, despite us having a $250 Bill, we had to pack up our own leftovers. The food was decent, but spectacular. The five of us, we got the bread basket with rosemary, garlic, and plain naans. The appetizers including paneer tikka was good. My favorite dish was the malai kofta, which was actually spiced just right and was very flavorful. The butter chicken was nothing special. Overall, if you're looking for somewhat expensive Indian place on the upper east side, otherwise I'd probably skip.

Rob M.

Yelp
This is my new go-to for Indian takeout in the neighborhood. It's delicious, with heaping portions and fair prices. Plus, my order is always ready ahead of schedule. I recommend the North Indian special (apologies to my relatives in Kerala). That and a garlic naan are a full meal for two. You truly can't go wrong with any of the mains, but for the app, I recommend the supremely flavorful and juicy Tamarind Chicken Tikka. I haven't dined in yet--like I said, it's my go-to takeout--but will update this review when I do!

Brent L.

Yelp
Delicious and welcoming! Eclectic and colorful decor--the ornate chairs are Versace! We had a cauliflower appetizer that was savory, sweet, spicy, crispy...highly recommend! All of the staff recommendations were educational and right on! Great vibe for a dinner for two, music wasn't too loud and staff was very friendly and informative.

Marci A.

Yelp
Omg this place was absolutely amazing! I had the eggplant with garlic cheesy naan and it was delicious. The right amount of spice, the right amount of cheese. And sooooo much food!! My friend had the butter chicken with rice and regular naan and she also loved her food. The ambiance can be a little loud because it gets packed and it's not that big of a restaurant but the server was extremely nice and helpful. I can't wait to come back!

Kathryn W.

Yelp
The food was so delicious at Bombay Chowk! I ordered takeout. Gobi Pops (4/5): The flavor was really great and spicy, but there was more batter on the cauliflower than I prefer Chicken Tikka Masala (5/5): The sauce was sweet and tomatoey, one of my favorite chicken tikka masalas. Saag Paneer (5/5): The saag was creamy and there were good amounts of paneer. Would order from here again!

Danielle A.

Yelp
Amazing food - my favourite local spot and the service is always wonderful! Highly recommend.

Vishnu G.

Yelp
This ended up being a pretty middle of the road choice for a bit too high of a price. I ordered takeout from this restaurant. The jackfruit biryani was just fine - decent flavor and good texture on the jackfruit pieces, but I got a bit tired of it by the end. The tulsi panir ka soola had good texture, but was somewhat bitter as it seemed like the exterior had burned slightly. My friends had chicken tikka masala, chicken xacuti and garlic naan, which they liked, so maybe the non-vegetarian dishes are better choices.

Queenie H.

Yelp
Solid indian spot on the ues! My favorite was the crab curry. If you want to try a little of everything, the non-veg thali was a great option. The chicken xacuti did not stand out to me. The inside is really nicely decorated and great for a small group dinner or date.

Kashif K.

Yelp
Bombay Chowk is another restaurant that I discovered during COVID, when getting food delivered to my doorstep was pretty much the only way for me to have a chance at sustenance. I ordered in from here quite frequently, but felt like some of the menu items were meant for a dine-in experience, and didn't really travel too well. I finally got a chance to dine in tonight, and really enjoyed my meal. For an appetizer, the chicken wontons hit the spot. They are like a love-child of a samosa and a dumpling, and the pomegranate in the chutney really elevates the flavor and texture. The chicken kali mirch (boneless chicken in a black peppercorn sauce) is spicy enough to cause beads to appear on my brow, and I needed to eat it with some pea pulao to somewhat neutralize the heat. The gajar ka halwa looks fancy but tasted a little unevenly reheated. The masala chai is nice and strong. The service is very hospitable and the interior of the restaurant is warm and welcoming. I will be dining in just as frequently as I had been ordering delivery during the stay-at-home days!

Nicole N.

Yelp
I haven't had delicious Indian food like this in a while!! So glad I discovered this place because I feel like I can keep coming back to try different dishes. They also serve Goan food, featuring regional dishes from the Goa region in Indian, which is something I haven't had before! The Shrimp Xacuti was incredible! It was a blend of spices that kinda tasted like traditional Indian spices but also had this natural sweetness to the sauce plus a nice, thick creamy curry base. The shrimp were juicy and paired really nicely with this curry. We wanted to try the dosas but the owner said their oven that day wasn't working so well so he actually recommend us trying something similar to the dosa filling. We ended up getting the badshahi keem mutter (that was actually mixed lamb and chicken). It was so fragrant with the well-minced and well-seasoned meat with so many different spices and peas. It was a little too spicy for my friend so I wish they had different spice levels you could pick from. The garlic Naan was chewy, fluffy, and definitely garlic-y. Overall it was a delicious meal! The staff were very nice, especially the manager who gave us great recommendations and answered our questions. Liked the ancient Indian decor mixed with modern vibes. Prices were reasonable for the UES. There are so many other things I want to try so I will be coming back!

Rashid M.

Yelp
Small restaurant. Lots of delicious flavors in the food. Interesting decor. I had the Chicken Tikka Masala and an order of Butter Nan. The food was very good and flavorful. Service was good. The place is a little small so I don't think it's a good fit for a big group, but I recommend it for an intimate dinner or small gathering.

Vincy L.

Yelp
Good in general, you can tell they are being attentive to make their foods taste good. But not exactly for my taste, I suspect the kitchen forgot they added sugar already and added another around sugar. The dish was sooo sweet to a point that i concern it's gonna increase my blood pressure. I really have sweet tooth, with this level of sweetness for a curry dish tho, i suspect if they forgot they added sugar already

Miss K.

Yelp
This space transports you off the streets of NYC and into India! Small, intimate, funky and comfortable. We were a party of 3. Mango shrimp Gulmahar. Fresh and prepared very well. This is not like a typical heavy Indian meal. If yiu want quality this is it, if you want quantity, be sure to order nan and rice to fill you up. Charred smoked eggplant Bhartha. So good and soooo spicy. Thick and rich but a little too hot for me. Veg artichoke Korma. This was so good! Mild and surprisingly very sweet, but in a good way. I couldn't quit eating this! We had a Cab $10 (didn't even know I could order wine under $15 in nyc), and a cola. Great meal and service. Definitely worth returning.

Dorothy Y.

Yelp
Last week I visited Bombay Chowk for lunch. I ordered a glass of sauvignon blanc and my usual Indian favorites - lamb korma, peas puleo rice, raita and poori. The wine was satisfactory. The lamb korma came with a tasty sauce in a large bowl and unusually large chunks of lamb. Unfortunately the lamb was hard to chew and not very good. I ended up eating mostly rice and sauce, which both tasted good. The poori was disappointing. It was a little puffy, but not light and airy like it should be. I don't know what spices set it off but, after the meal, I had some serious indigestion. This has never happened to me before with a korma dish. The restaurant is small and nicely decorated. You almost think you are in India. Overall they have about 12 tables inside and 2 outside, but I have no idea why anyone would want to sit outside on the noisy 1st Avenue. There were 3 people serving, and they were friendly and efficient. I assume the older gentleman was probably the owner. Because of my disappointment with the meat and the bread and my unpleasant result of eating there, I don't plan to return.

Onj J.

Yelp
Wow, was this good. Among the best Indian food I've ever had, certainly on the UES and even in India! We had Papri Chaat, Shrimp Biryani, and the Xacuti curry which was from the special Goan menu. Everything was incredible, the flavors were really complex and the presentation was nice too. We didn't try to modify the spice levels, just took each dish as it comes, and everything was pretty hot so take that into account when ordering. The atmosphere is funky and fun, with colorful mosaic lamps and Bollywood films projected onto the walls. It wasn't too noisy, even full as it was. The service isn't always perfect, but servers are really friendly and we didn't wait long for our food even though it was a Saturday night and every table was taken. I think they are still "growing into" their popularity - this place is getting a lot of buzz. I recommend making a reservation. Most of the complaints here are about delivery, which I haven't tried. I would advise you to overlook those reviews and give it a try.

Dave G.

Yelp
Gave this place one last try. I'd give it 2.5 stars. Ordered the lamb vindaloo. Spicy with tons of blood red sauce and lamb. The lamb was once again overcooked. Not horrible but overall 6/10. Service was slow throughout the meal and they weren't very crowded. Had a stomach ache the next morning from their food. Lots of other great Indian places in the UES so not returning to this place.

Ahmad F.

Yelp
Best food in New York and the restaurant is nice and the food looks great and nice workers

Barry N.

Yelp
Awesome service, friendly staff and very delicious fresh food. The decor is very elegant highly recommended!!!

Zarrin Z.

Yelp
I just love it when a restaurant is equally high in quality as it is cute :D I love it even more when they offer a good lunch special - for $13.95 I got naan, rice, daal, chili chicken, and a samosa.. not bad if you ask me!!! also got a mango lassi for $5.50 and it tasted just like praan mango juice... do what you will with that info service was super quick (we were also the only ones there), the waiter was personable, and the food was both abundant and delicious!

Mike L.

Yelp
My friend and I went here to try something new. As soon as we walked in, we were immediately greeted by the staff. While it's a small restaurant, the aesthetics are breathtaking! We sat down and looked at the menu. Vegetable samosas, my friend's dish, and I ordered chicken vindaloo. We also ordered different types of naan and a beer for each of us. The food did not disappoint! The samosas were cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. Our main entrees came out... and visually, everything was stunning! My friend loved her entree (I forgot the name but it was lamb based), and I started eating the chicken vindaloo. The owner stated it was hot. He was absolutely correct! But before the heat kicked in, the amount of spices that covered the chicken was incredible! The chicken was cooked exceptionally well. Easy to cut but didn't fall apart, same for the potatoes. But after that first bite, the heat kicked in HARD! It was hot! But it was absolutely worth it! The naan... indescribable. The amount of garlic on the garlic naan is enough to clear your sinuses. The way I like it! The goat cheese one had that creamy yet crumbly texture, with a sharp taste. I loved it! My friend is 3 minutes walk away. I'm a train ride. But I'd definitely make the trek to go here again!

Chris K.

Yelp
Highlight: Come here for the chicken tikka masala curry -- one of the best I've had. Small Indian restaurant with nice ambiance and traditional Indian food options. The service was slow and unfriendly, but seems like a family-owned restaurant so I can give them a pass. The chatt was overly acidic and not good -- I would pass on this. The chili chicken was good but didn't blow me away, I would try something else next time. They serve beer and wine. Overall would come back for the chicken tikka and to try some other dishes.

M. C.

Yelp
Wow! Spicy, delicious and a reasonable price. We ordered delivery takeout. I am sorry I could not go to the restaurant proper. If I lived in the area, I would be back again and again. Since I have not been to the restaurant I will only give it four stars but if the restaurant itself is anything like the food, it would get five. The delivery arrived exactly on time. Your mileage may vary but I doubt it. Each dish was a perfection of spicy, savory and a little sweet. The Chicken Tikka Masala (Grilled chunks of chicken enveloped in a mild Indian spices with fenugreek, onion and tomato sauce) was creamy, rich with a touch of sweet. The Chicken Vindaloo (Chunks of chicken cooked with potatoes in a tangy sauce) packed a punch. The spices really lit up your mouth but behind the warmth there was a sweetness that accented the entire experience. Both dishes came with rice. We did not know this so we ordered Peas Pulao Rice which was too much rice. The Garlic Naan was warm, soft and coated in garlic butter. Don't miss this place for an excellent taste of India.

Gabby S.

Yelp
Small portions. Curry was just liquid with not much substance. Disappointing and unfortunately won't be coming back

Melissa G.

Yelp
I love this place. The atmosphere is fun, they play old Bollywood films on the wall, and they have comfortable seating. I came on a Saturday night, with my boyfriend who was breaking his fast from Ramanan. He was happy to find a restaurant that served Halal meat. The owner welcomed us, and brought my boyfriend a plate of dates, which was extremely kind. We each started off with a bowl of Dhal Ka Shorba, a mildly spiced homemade lentil soup. The server recommended to order Egg Chops with the soup. THEY WERE SO GOOD. Egg chops are made of hard boiled egg, enrobed in mild spices, mashed potatoes, lightly fried, with a crispy bread crumb shell, and a nice spicy dipping sauce. For an entree we shared an order of Chicken Kadhai, chunks of chicken braised in a masala of coarse ground spices with sautéed onions and bell peppers, and some naan bread. For dessert we had Mango Kulfi, a homemade Indian Ice Cream, and cups of masala chai tea. It was a great experience. I'm excited to come back and try more. The food is so fresh and vibrant. Great place to add to my roster of spots in UES.

Mariam S.

Yelp
Amazing food and ambiance! Tried the dosa, chicken wontons, chicken kali mirch. Highly recommend. If you ask for it to be spicy, it will absolutely be very spicy! Absolutely delicious

Latha P.

Yelp
I live about ten blocks from here but given that there are so many Indian restaurants closer to me, I never had a chance to try this place. I happened to be here waiting for my husband's medical procedure. Feeling a bit anxious, needed comfort desi food. So went here and had the pre fixe lunch sitting outdoors. I stepped inside and the decor is classic Indian. Naan: really among the best in class. Fluffy, fresh and delicious. Seriously, amazing naan. I would go back just for this. Dal: excellent Baingan Bharta: I found it a bit sour/vinegary but still tasty. Rice: okay a bit dry not great Papdi chat: most disappointing. Papdi was stale. I couldn't eat it. I love papdi chaat and so I am a bit bummed. But they have a fairly extensive menu and so I will definitely be back.

michelle b.

Yelp
The ambience was very authentic, food was worth the wait for and server was very pleasant. I came here with 3 of my friends. From appetizers to entrees was so flavorful and the spice was just right. My fav was the grilled lamb chops. Definitely recommend this place.

Gajtana S.

Yelp
Was looking for a place for Indian with outdoor seating and heating uptown and found this place. They have two semi enclosed "cabins" with an opening and a heating lamp overhead between them. The server was very accommodating when we switched to the side with more heat and it was warm enough to have dinner with coats on. They have hand sanitizer and the server was wearing a mask. The samosa was excellent and very fresh, tasted like it was made today. The onion (kulcha) nan was also made today with fresh ingredients. And my mango lassi was very good. The chicken tikka Masala had grilled chicken cubes thrown into a just made creamy sauce. The one instance where I prefer it to be simmering for while, but with a pandemic fresh ingredients are de rigeur. With so few options that met our aforementioned criteria, we were lucky to find this place. And also when I mentioned the 5% off for yelp check in, the waiter gave us 10% off this already reasonably priced upper East side restaurant. I asked and the waiter said they are doing a lot of take out and delivery during the pandemic.

Kishi M.

Yelp
The ambience of this place is very chill and the owner and people are very polite and kind We ordered Papri Chaat, Sweet Corn Chicken Soup, Plain Dosa, Green Salad, Numbu Pani, Coconut Kewra Water and Mango Shake All the items were flavorful and tasty. The dosa was cooked well but Sambhar was a bit sweet. The sweet corn soup was also done well and the drinks were sweet as expected All in all a decent experience...

Lily T.

Yelp
Awesome Indian place on the UES. Beautiful interior and really nice owner. They have a great lunch special with your choice of appetizer, entree and it comes a side of their nann bread. I had the chicken vindaloo and that was spicy, flavorful and on point. Not sure what was the name of the appetizer but it was delicious with tons of flavors. The garlic nann was also really delicious. Everything was nicely packaged as well. I would love to come back and try more items from their menu! Highly recommended!

Michele V.

Yelp
Love Love Love! Great food! Great service! Great decor! Wonderful chat with the manager! Took my dad who had never had Indian food before and he loved it! We had goat korma, lamb tika masala, saag paneer,, a sweet rice with fruits and nuts, tamarind sauce. All wonderful! Thank you Bombay Chowk!

Ellen P.

Yelp
My favorite (non-AYCE) indian food spot in the UES because of the satisfying portions and super friendly staff. Before covid, we ate here regularly and always left feeling full and pleased from the kind and attentive service. During covid, Bombay Chowk has become our go-to take out spot because of the variety of dishes, speed of preparation, and--again--thoughtful customer service. Once our pick up order was not ready when we arrived and the hostess asked if we wanted water while we waited and gave us a complimentary rice pudding for the delay, which was no more than 5-10 minutes. They have about five or so tables for outdoor seating, but we haven't tried that yet. The $16.95 prix fixe specials include an appetizer, entree, rice, naan, rice pudding, and four sauces. I usually opt for the north indian special because there are more app and entree options than the south indian special. Pictured is the north indian prix fix special ($16.95) w bombay chowk basil gilafi kebab and mughlai pista korma (yellow curry w chicken, pistachio, and apricots(?)) and the club non-veg thali (they choose which two chicken, one lamb, and one veg entrees you get; $24.95). Very satisfying meal if you're in the mood for eating a lot at a decent price!

Jitin P.

Yelp
Horrible delivery experience where they took 1:30hrs resulting in cold food and they gave the excuse that it's be caused I am too far and it was raining. I used to visit this place and order delivery often, but, no more.

Lauren R.

Yelp
Good food but bad borderline rude service. Came in with my partner on a Saturday night, we were ignored for the first ten minutes despite it being a slower night. When we were finally given water and menus we were immediately judged and our waiter/ the owner called us tourists because we were set on what we wanted to order and were not interested in the specials. I'm always open to trying something new but sometimes you just want Butter Chicken... After this interaction we were ignored for the rest of the evening except for when they dropped plates. Food: La Sooni Gobi Pops 9/10 - cauliflower was nice and tender and sauce was nicely spiced Samosas 5/10 - pinwheel version not available, they were standard if not a touch bland Butter Chicken 7/10 - more tomato forward than creamy which I appreciated One bowl of rice was more than enough to share and the basket of garlic naan came with 4 pieces which was enough. Taste wise they were both very standard. Overall a great takeout spot but in person dining experience is lacking for food that's not amazing.

Ashish J.

Yelp
Ho hum generic Indian food - tried delivery which was quick and efficient. While the entrees were reasonable, the tandoori rotis were too chewy. Perhaps dine-in experience will be better but I recommend Naan instead of rotis for delivery.

Lhamu H.

Yelp
After the Fallon show, we were hungry and tired so we decided to give this place a try. Let's start with decor, the decor was really nice and I loved all the multicolored glass lamps and the place was set up, beautifully. As for the food,we decided to order vegetable sample platter and Calamari(appetizers).Loved the calamari but the vegetable sample was rather mehhhh.. . We also had masala tea which was good. My sister loves a little more sugar in her tea and when asked the owner mentioned he likes his tea with less sugar and he had his reason So he told us we shouldn't have more. As for the main dish, we went with chicken jalfrazie, paner kadhai , lamb kadhai , naan kulcha and a veg biryani. We were planning to order more but the owner mentioned it'll be enough for 4 people. So,we didn't order more. While the food tasted okay , we also realized that all the sauce for the dishes were same . It tasted same and looked same which was a bit of a bummer. ( talking about chicken jalfrazie and paneer kadhai ) Also, our food got switched . We ordered lamb kadhai but got 2 chicken jalfrzie . The owner was really nice to switch it right away . But we wanted to let him know that it's okay since we had few pieces from the dish already but he just left with the food. At the end, the owner told us to finish our tea and finish our food which was kinda unnecessary in my opinion but he did succeed in reminding us of our grandparents home. Long story short, the food is okay and service is okay . The only thing I liked the most here was the decor .

Rohan S.

Yelp
The food is fine but the staff is very rude. Few of the people on my table didn't order food so the crew asked us to leave despite the place being entirely empty

Marcelle M.

Yelp
Small Indian restaurant on the UES, beautiful interior decor. The owner was very nice to our group as unfortunately his staff had all taken the day off for Diwali. Solid Indian meal, would return if I was in the area

Michelle T.

Yelp
Overall a good option for Indian crops in the Upper East Side. We ordered mango lassi, Chicken Tikka Masala, Saag Paneer, and the bread basket of naan. The sauce of the chicken tikka masala was very flavorful but not as fragrant. I feel the saag paneer was slightly bland. The entrees were fairly small and more meat/paneer could've been given. Good thing we ordered a bread basket to compliment the sauce. We also had to order a bowl of rice since the entrees did not come with any.

Dimitri S.

Yelp
What is happening that I just discovered this spot? Oh yeah, global pandemic. Anyway, been here for a few lunches and I gotta say I'm blown away. The chicken tandoori is cooked to perfection and soooo tender and flavorful. Their masala sauce and daal is also top notch along with the rice and naan. Gotta get some peeps to join me in the future to fully explore the menu. I've also had the chicken madras and it was excellent. Bombay Chowk is for real!

Andrew M.

Yelp
This restaurant is one of a kind! A phenomenal atmosphere and even better food. Would recommend this place to anyone. Seriously, don't miss out on this gem

Linda T.

Yelp
The most underwhelming Indian food I've had. It's missing some spices because it was the most bland Indian meal I've ever had. The presentation is great and the interior is very cute, but it might be meant to fool you and lure you in. It was an expensive meal where they don't even give house naan! You have to buy naan separately and that's a first for me eating Indian. The meals also don't come with rice which you must order separately. How do you have a chicken tikka masala with no rice?! So there went another thing we had to pay for. I probably enjoyed the vegetable samosas the most. My Chicken Tikka Masala was dry and having to add on rice was a turn off. They gave me warm tap water on a hot summer day which tasted funny also. The service was decent because they let me and my friend sit and chat for a few hours at least?

Kate J.

Yelp
My boyfriend and I stumbled upon this place when we were looking for a dinner spot on a rainy Saturday night, and wow, what a pleasant surprise. The owner was delightful. We asked him what his favorites were and to pick us some appetizers, mains, and dessert. He did not disappoint us and brought us items we probably would not have ordered ourselves. I highly recommend the Goan specials, which were out of this world. Overall, the service and the food were phenomenal, and we will definitely be back.