Cloves Indian Cuisine

Cloves Indian Cuisine is an attractive restaurant tucked away in a quiet area of NOMAD on Madison at 27th Street. The portions are very generous, the staff is gracious and warm, and every dish is perfectly prepared, layered and flavorful. We ordered several appetizers, not knowing just how large all the portions would be. The plump Samosas had a perfectly brown, crisp crust and a delicious mixture of spices, enhanced with fresh cinnamon. The onion fritters and lasuni gobi were also crisp and fresh. Each of the condiments—mango chutney, tamarind, raita—were uncommonly delicious with more complex flavors than usual. For entrees we ordered Chicken Tikka Masala, which was my husband's favorite for how fresh and well prepared the meat was. I loved the Butter Chicken for its complex, deeply layered flavors (I swear I tasted a hint of cocoa in one of the bites), and the Malai Kofta and Yellow Daal vegetarian dishes were sweet and full of spice. Even the enormous poori puff that arrived perfectly browned and hot, was tastier than most with a lovely sweetness. For dessert we enjoyed warm Gulab Jamun and cool Ras Malai, both expertly prepared takes on classic desserts. All of these are traditional Northern Indian dishes that we’ve ordered so many times at other restaurants, but at Cloves I felt like I was discovering them for the first time. Cloves isn’t one of the cookie-cutter restaurants in the nearby enclave, nor is it one of the more expensive attempts at fine dining scattered about the city. Cloves is the homey, authentic, carefully prepared product of a talented chef with a thoughtful and gracious staff, to whom we will certainly return for more.

We had an amazing experience at Cloves! The food was delicious with incredible-rich flavors, fresh ingredients, and perfect spice levels. The staff were all kind, helpful, attentive, and made us feel truly welcome. The ambiance was cozy and elegant. The owner, Syed, enthusiastically greeted us and was actively involved in adding a personalized touch for all guests. We are already looking forward to our next visit. Highly recommend!

We had an amazing time at Cloves Indian Cuisine. Hands down, this was the best Indian food I’ve ever had. Every dish was filled with flavor, perfectly balanced, and beautifully presented. The service was fantastic from start to finish. Our server was attentive and kind, and the owner even came out personally to thank us — a very thoughtful gesture that made the evening feel extra special. It’s been a long time since I’ve had food and service this good. If you’re looking for an exceptional Indian restaurant and a truly lovely evening, this is an absolute must-visit. Highly recommend!

I had an amazing time dining at Cloves India Cuisine. The food was absolutely incredible rich flavors, perfect spice levels, and dishes that tasted homemade in the best way possible. Every plate felt thoughtful and authentic, from the appetizers to the curries to the naan that came out warm and fresh. What really made the experience stand out, though, was the service. Syed, the manager, was the sweetest and most generous host. He checked in multiple times, made sure everything was perfect, and genuinely made us feel welcomed and taken care of. His kindness and hospitality truly elevated the entire meal. If you’re looking for delicious Indian food paired with exceptional service, Cloves India Cuisine is the place to be. I’ll definitely be returning!

Litterally just had the best expierence of my life. The owner Syed couldn’t be nicer. Came in here because we saw good reviews, but the food surpassed any expectations we had. Our servers were so kind, the ambiance is amazing. The artwork is beautiful and the lighting is scenic. Was a lux experience. Started off by ordering chicken vindaloo and butter chicken, with basmati rice that came with green peas and garlic naan. The dishes were unreal and I’m so glad I just found my new favorite restaurant in NYC!! 5 stars isn’t enough love this place so happy we came. Syed also brought us free dessert pictured here, and it was the best thing we’ve ever had. Was insisting a glass of wine, but it’s a work night. It was Dilwali tonight and the energy was immaculate. 20/10 recommend Cloves Indian Cuisine!!

We tried bunch of food but apps were not that tasty. Cheese had no taste. Also chicken marsala was too sweet. Other main dishes were pretty good. Overall i would say 7/10

Really enjoyed the food! My husband loved the lamb chop masala. I thoroughly showed tandoori paneer tikka and aloo gobi. Great service, very friendly staff.

Cloves is SO GOOD!! WE LOVED IT!!!! We really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere is absolutely beautiful. Raju and Syed were super attentive to our needs, very friendly, and the service was fantastic. Definitely 10/10 recommend and will be coming back for sure!!!!!

Traditional Indian menu, everything we ordered was beautifully cooked and tasted amazing. The lamb Rogan josh was particularly good, meat was very tender, sauce was spiced but not overwhelming. The Aloo Gobi was also very well done. Simple, elegant decor, friendly, attentive staff. I love Indian food and if I lived in New York this would be my go-to restaurant!

This place was great. Food was amazing and a nice ambience. Service was also attentive without being overbearing. For a table of 1, this can be hard.

Fantastic service, great food, very calm and enjoyable atmosphere and lighting for a dinner date.

This newish Curry Hill-adjacent restaurant might be our current fave sit-down Indian dinner joint in town. After my second meal here, I can confidently say that it's a worthy addition to our date night rotation. During my most recent visit, I was once again impressed with the superb service (the kind that's magically present whenever you need something, but otherwise leaves you alone), monstrous portions, flavor-packed dishes, and a sophisticated but unpretentious ambiance. I've yet to have a dish I didn't enjoy, but special shoutouts to the palak paneer and garlic naan. Their prices are quite reasonable, as well. With two veg dishes, a side of rice, and a bread, our total rang up to barely $60 -- and we had roughly 50% of each veg to take home for leftovers! We had some initial reservations about the acoustics, but I ascertained that the extreme volume was probably due to our window seating during our first visit. On hand one, it's nice to have a view of the foot traffic passing by along Madison Ave., but the glass bounces sound back pretty aggressively. When seated in the middle of the room, we didn't experience this effect and were able to enjoy a delightful conversation with the pleasant hum of background noise.

Enjoyed some good indian food here. The ambiance was lovely and the service iexcellent. The food was perfectly fine- not 5 star but still good. The paladin were crisp. The chicken tikka masala was tasty but not nearly as hot as i ordered. The salad was fresh and generous and the fish was good. There are definitely better indian restaurants in the city but if you are in the area this place is fine.

super sweet servers, incredible food, and at a great price too. we really enjoyed the chicken tikka masala and the lamb which was highly recommended by our server. ambiance is quite classy, there are roses and candles on every table. overall i really enjoyed the experience and the food. quite homey but also rather elegant. the servers even gave us some dessert on the house as it was our free time.

Recently visited newly opened upscale restaurant Cloves Indian cuisine at Nomad New York for Valentine's week We Celebrated this year Valentine's week with Cloves Indian cuisine. Enjoy a romantic and cosy evening and toast to love with their signature sparkling wine/cocktail and some culinary delicacies from northern India .. The restaurant features authentic Northern Indian cuisine, presenting dishes such as Lamb Rogan Josh , Chicken garlic kebab ,lamb chops Kadhai Paneer, dal Makhani , Gulab jamun and more. This newly found restaurant which is definitely a fantastic option for straightforward Indian food that feeds the soul. If you're looking for uncomplicated Indian comfort food, this restaurant meets that need on many levels. From its cozy atmosphere to its straightforward menu featuring all of Indian food's star players. On the menu find a Lamb rogan Josh with garlic Naan or rice ( MUST TRY) Goat and chicken biryani,mango shrimp grilled in the tandoor, and showing the influence of Silk Road food on northern India skewers of chicken garlic kebab and lamb chops rubbed with spices. , a delightful interpretation of classic gulab jamun and Rasmalai my most favourite Indian desserts of all. The food is prepared from scratch with fresh ingredients, which ensures that the experience remains unique. We tried Strawberry Cosmo Pomegranate Martini Chicken Garlic Kebab Lamb Chops ( Clove's specialty Lamb Rogan Josh Kadhai Paneer Dal makhni Rice and garlic naan Gulab jamun Rasmalai Cloves Indian cuisine is the ideal place to head for celebrations, romantic dates, and experiences to remember. Reserve your magical evening now! It is a great go-to for New Yorkers in the mood for Indian cuisine. Staff is super courteous and helpful.. Special mention to owners Mr. Haider and Mr. Raju for such exceptional hospitality

Beautiful ambience and truly delicious Indian cuisine. I went with a staple and ordered chicken tikka masala but opted for the lemon rice. Amazing! My husband ordered chicken kerala which he loved and was a little spicy with his rosemary naan

Finally visited the restaurant. It was so fabulous. The dahl was amazing. we have the tandoori fish, the saffron shrimp, and the tandoori chicken. All of it was fabulous. The vegetable dish we had was phenomenal. It had paneer and bell peppers and was spiced perfectly. a great experience. We also met the owner who came over who is super nice and very accommodating.

Very good service, food was very customized to our taste. Nice to have a fit for family restaurant in city.

This is an unusually good Indian restaurant. They have several unique dishes. I tried the lobster and it was exquisitely spiced. The owner is warm and takes pride in his cuisine and his restaurant. I'd visit again any day.

Very attentive service, great food, and a nice atmosphere. I stopped in while in town on my own, so didn't have the chance to try as many dishes as I would have liked; but all that I did try were very good. The samosas were piping hot and nice and crispy shell, and filled perfectly with no air pockets. They had a bit of heat to them (not hot peppers, just a nice subtle heat, I believe from cinnamon) which was unexpected but a pleasant surprise. The lamb biryani was very flavorful and tender. The raita was well prepared and not watery. Will definitely be back next time I'm in town.

The food, service and ambiance was phenomenal! We are from out of town and came because it shows 5/5 stars. The reviews were accurate - this place is absolutely wonderful Would highly recommend! Syed was a wonderful host!

Fantastic food. Amazing service. Classy ambiance. Highly recommend Syed and his crew. Thanks for the wonderful meal!!!

My family and I came in from California and have never tried Indian cuisine before. I must say it was probably the best choice we made the whole trip! The manger/ owner was so welcoming and made sure our food was up standard (PERFECTION)! We went and had a glass of rose well we waited and staff was very knowledgeable of their wines on hand. We had placed our order over the phone and when we got home the food was still hot! Wish I had pictures but we ate it all by the time we thought about it!

I have tried Indian food across many countries and many places in the US as it is one of my favorites, however, I must say, by far the food at Clove's and their service is at another level. The quality of the ingredients used in every dish we ordered are of very high quality. All the staff we interacted with were very attentive. Overall, if yelp awarded 6 starts, this place would be worth that and more. I highly recommend it and will definitely come back!

My husband and I have been visited this restaurant a few times now and the quality is just the best. It's definitely the best Indian food we've ever had, the restaurant is clean and tastefully decorated inside, and the service is wonderful - very pleasant staff :) 100% recommend for an amazing Indian food experience in NYC!

Lunch special was very reasonable-- lots of food and delicious too! Service was very attentive and atmosphere was quiet, somewhat formal.

I work in the neighborhood, and based on the glowing reviews, I decided to give this Indian restaurant a try for lunch. In my opinion, the service was very good, but the food was mediocre. The interior of the restaurant is very nice and clean. The tables, however, are spaced too close together for my comfort. The bathroom is immaculate. The lunch menu is misleading. It states that there is a lunch "buffet". There is no buffet. Their "buffet" consists of you picking an entree off the menu which comes with rice, pita and a vegetable dish. I ordered the so-called buffet and it was disappointing. I ordered the fig chicken. The portion size was minuscule, consisting of 3 small chunks of chicken in a bland sauce. I could not taste any fig nor see any pieces of fig in the sauce. The portion size of the vegetables and rice were similarly very small and bland. The "buffet" came with 1/2 of a small plain pita. No desert was included. I left hungry.

This is an Indian restaurant that can be said, simply, to have a Chef. We've been there 4-6 times, introducing new sets of our friends. They all marvel at the perfect balance of spices and sauces. The Fig Lamb is a "must have" each time. Likewise, the palak paneer (spinach with Indian cheese - often a "meh" in other restaurants. Their Bindi Baji (an okra dish) is outstanding. We'd like even more vegetable dishes. The service is impeccable, always attentive but never obtrusive. Pour from the bar are generous and the cocktails creative. We haven't ever had a really great Indian restaurant in our Chelsea neighborhood where I've lived for over 40 years. Dhanyavaad (Hindi for Thanks), Cloves.

I've found a great Indian restaurant amongst the dozens of takeout spots in Curry Hill. Wonderful Indian food here. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala and Peshawari Naan, to go. The sauce was thick, flavorful and rich (not creamy and "shiny" like a lot of meh CTMs). The Peshawari Naan was incredible - a very hard bread to find and this was really solid. The CTM came with white rice. Serving sizes are BIG (I split in half and the half was still a LOT). They weren't busy at all when I entered to pick up - which makes me think the restaurant is new. Don't let that put you off. This is a great Indian. I really hope it doesn't randomly close like a lot of new restaurants.

First time I've left a review on yelp but this is worth it!! Friendly family run restaurant spotlessly clean with lovely ambiance. Enjoyed a great old fashioned, amazing appetizers (tandoori broccoli - wow), and amazing dishes, breads, and dessert. Amazing tastes and beautiful plating. Staff constantly checked in and we enjoyed multiple nice chats with the co-owner who checked in personally. Best Indian I've food I've had in quite some time (everything seemed freshly prepared)! One of those special and enjoyable dinners that we will remember for some time. Thank you!

A delightful addition to the NoMad neighborhood, this authentic Indian restaurant has made its debut at 66 Madison Avenue, and it's worth raving about. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed by an exceptionally friendly staff who guided us through an extensive menu brimming with an array of Indian delicacies. The drink selection didn't disappoint either, offering an excellent line-up of cocktails, beers, and wines to complement the spices and flavors. We kicked off our culinary journey with scrumptious samosas that set the bar high for what was to come. Our main courses of Tandoori Chicken and Lamb Chops were flavorful and cooked to perfection. To round out our meal, we opted for some Garlic Naan bread, Papadams and Basmati rice, which proved to be the perfect companions to our mouth-watering entrées. We were tempted by the dessert menu but we ran out of room so we will save that for our next trip. We were told that the management behind this spot also owns a few other successful restaurants. All in all, it's a dining experience you should try..

I'm British. I'm from London. My friends own a curry house. I know Indian food. This place is the best Indian Food I've had in 12 years of living in the USA. The service is excellent, too. This is worth every single penny.

Stumbled upon the gem of an Indian restaurant tonight. The food was terrific and the ambience wonderful. The service was solid as well. I am looking forward to coming back. I felt like I was treated as family and there is nothing better than that.

We know Indian food and confidently we give 5 stars. It has an extensive menu -including variety types of Indian breads and rice dishes, too. We so enjoyed different flavors of different dishes. All items of its tandoor sampler were juicy and we all loved them. The service was good - attentive and polite staff. Ambiance of the restaurant was good - classy without being pretentious. We had a birthday celebration, which they brought a nice dessert plate for. We can say that this will be one of our go-to Indian restaurants in Manhattan.

My first trip to NY and wanted to try Indian food. I would highly recommend this place. The food was amazing and so was the service. Everyone was very friendly and catering.

Having enjoyed Indian food on two continents, we found Cloves to be exceptional. The serving staff was attentive and helpful. The meal had subtle nuances in each dish. There was an extensive menu and a comprehensive wine list as well.

Amazing food. The samosas were great, I would give a 10/10. I also loved the paneer tikka masala and the shrimp with spinach. My only wish is that the course would come with rice, instead of having to order it as well. Other than that, highly recommended!!

Three of us dined at Cloves for dinner on May 31, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. The first aspect that anyone would notice upon arrival is the ambiance, which is classy with the clean, white tablecloths, yet not fussy or overly formal. Despite the fact that they seemed to forget about one of our appetizers that we had to ask for, the service was top notch. Everyone was polite, and the owner, Syed Haider, came to our table personally to ask how we enjoyed our meal. Speaking of the food, it was all incredible. We all split everything so we had the opportunity to try as much as possible, and we all enjoyed both the food and the wine. A must try!

I love the food, the service, the ambience! The owner and his entire staff are so friendly, hospitable, helpful, and patient. They really welcome you. I have been there about four times now since their recent opening. I've had various items on the menu and they were very delicious! Immaculate restaurant with beautiful white table and fresh flowers on every table. A contemporary gorgeous bar with fresh flowers as well! Excellent service and they really care. This is about my third ofr fourth review! Did so entirely on my own and with pleasure each time. Barbara

I can't list enough superlatives for the staff and owner of Cloves Indian Cuisine!! I love spice, my companion is spice adverse. Syed had his kitchen make me a fabulous Chicken Madras. It was tender, full of flavor, and had all the heat I could handle. I loved it. While I was throughly enjoying my entree, Syed had a variation of the Ginger chicken prepared for my companion. She totally enjoyed it and was very happy it was not spicy. It was served with sautéed broccoli on a bed of rice. A very enjoyable night at a very special place. A great addition to the neighborhood. Thanks Guys!!! see you soon.

Went to Cloves with my family and we were treated to delicious and authentic Indian food with a charming host. The range of spices and flavors were a broad palate of both traditional dishes with a slightly modern take. Original specials are available and the prices are reasonable. Will be going back.

Great new place! Entrée's were pretty good. Really authentic. We had bhendi masala, vegetable jalfreji, and yellow dal. All were really yummy! Rotis were great too. Appetizers could have been a bit better. Service was really top class. Loved the ambiance.

Great Indian food, nice ambience and friendly owners, team. Loved everything ! Coming from the SF Bay Area, I don't lack good Indian food, this was still worth writing a review about.

Well done! My takeout order was prepared perfectly. Great flavors and just the right spice level. The owner and team are welcoming and attentive while I waited.

We happened upon this gem while traveling to NYC. They've apparently been opened just over two months and the food was delicious. We ordered samosa, butter chicken and rice plus garlic naan and we were not disappointed. I wish it had been more than two of us so we could have tried more dishes. The prices were very reasonable and the service was attentive without being annoying. The decor was classic and made for a very pleasant dining experience. Wish we lived locally so we could come often and help Cloves get established. It would be a shame to see this newcomer not make it in the competitive restaurant market. If you are local, do yourself a favor and give them a visit.

amazing food and hospitality by the owner , with a blend of indian and pakistani heritage. The daal, achari aaloo/ gobi , aaloo mattar all so tasty ! The italian pineapple and coconut gelato were mind boggling. Kulfi out of the world. Highly recommend.

Terrific. Terrific food. Terrific service. The owner was nice and gave us free dessert. Try this place. You will likely enjoy it.

The food from this establishment was superb, and it included special dishes that other indian restaurants don't have. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, and the ambiance of the restaurant was relaxed and calm. I recommend the lamb chops which are marinated for 14 hours, and the palak paneer which was superb. Paired with the garlic naan and the goat curry, you have yourself a feast of delectables!

BEST Indian food I've ever had and what makes it even more amazing is the service that you get as soon as you walk in. We were welcomed by the owner, Syed. He treated us like royals and made sure we were happy with the choices of our food. Our server was very friendly and helpful as well. This place exceeded all expectations and this will def be our go to restaurant whenever we are in a mood for Indian food.

The most AMAZING Indian meal! My friend has been telling me about this place for a few weeks. My daughter and I don't live in NYC, but were so excited to try it on our visit this weekend. Dinner here was one of the absolute highlights of our trip!! The atmosphere was great! It is a lovely place and everything is beautifully thought out! The owner greeted us at the door, and was so friendly! I felt like we were royalty, and he made us feel so special and well cared for. He even steered us toward dishes that were especially good that night. And...wow, he wasn't kidding. EVERYTHING we had was AMAZING! I love Indian food, and this was the freshest, and tastiest Indian food I have ever had! The Atlantic salmon appetizer was simple with just a little citrus and char flavor, but oh so fresh and delicious! The samosas were flaky and full of flavor, and not at all oily. The owner heard us talking about lassi, and brought my daughter a mango lassi as a a surprise. Wow!! It was so fresh and tasty! I will definitely be ordering one for myself next time! The garlic naan was light and full of flavor! We had the lamb Josh Rogan...which was super tender and delicious. The chicken biryani was a great balance of flavor with just enough heat! And the butter chicken...had sauce that I could have licked off of the plate!! Amazing!!! For dessert we each had a honey ball...which was a little piece of honey soaked heaven! The entire meal, from start to finish was a delight for all the senses! Everything felt special and tasted SO, SO good. I am excited about having leftovers tomorrow, and can't wait to come back to the City for another fantastic Indian meal at Cloves!

Ambiance, service, and food was amazing. Each dish was fresh, very tasty and the presentation was just as good. Anyone looking for delicious Indian food should definitely try Cloves!

We had an excellent meal at Cloves! I am Indian and always on the lookout for good Indian food but also with an ambiance and service where I can take guests less familiar with Indian food. Cloves was fabulous and the food was flavorful without being too hot. We all had a great time and I strongly recommend it.

I am Indian food connoisseur. And Cloves was just amazing. I wish I could give this restaurant six stars. It really kills the competition in NYC, having eaten at most of the toniest restaurants. Across all three categories - taste, service and cleanliness - it was a 10+. Taste: I ordered three dishes, the mix grill, seekh kebab and saag panner. Not only were the flavors nuanced and delicate, but everything tasted super fresh. The saag paneer, for instance, wasn't creamed to death but still had the creamy and soft texture. You could tell they used fresh spinach. The paneer just melted in your mouth. All three dishes were out of this world. Service: Raju, who manages the place, was professional like no other. Incredibly meticulous. You could tell other servers were very well trained. They were attentive. Just one example: When pouring my beer or water, they held the glass from the bottom end. Cleanliness: not only was the restaurant clean, but the bathroom - a key litmus test - was completely remodeled and spotless. Most Indian restaurants lack hygiene, and the bathrooms is where it first manifests. Not Cloves, they nailed it. Finally, prices were super reasonable. All in all, this one gets six stars. On, one more thing, the interior design of the restaurant was done with a lot of thought.

Great ambiance, wonderful service, and the food is perfect. The attention to detail here is amazing, even in the to go bags.

Definitely one of the best Indian restaurants I've been to on the upper west side. Every dish came out flavorful, well presented, and colorful. The service is unmatched and owner was present the entire time in case we needed anything. If you're looking for good traditional Indian food, this is the place. It's a hidden gem that won't stay like that for too long. I'll definitely be back.

Really had a lovely dinner with my husband and two teenagers. The owner is indeed super welcoming and attentive as others have mentioned. You can tell he wants this business to do well and to please customers. We had samosas as an appetizer, and shared chicken tikka masala, chicken madras (my favorite) and tandoori chicken. And of course- naan! I recommend skipping the plain as the garlic naan was delicious and not too garlicky. I love a restaurant experience with a very professional staff. You should try it!

Exceptional service and food. Visited and was absolutely overjoyed by the authentic food. We were treated like family and the food was some of the best indian i've ever had. The place is new but they have completely figured it out! Waiters and staff were extremely pleasant and helped us make good choices. Ambiance was perfect for any sort of dinner occasion. It was one of the best and most special meals i've had in the last year, couldn't recommend more!

This place was fantastic. Great ambiance, the food is the standard North Indian fair (not fusion-y) but very tasty and rich. The service was fine too, the staff was attentive and changed the music when we asked. I plan to go back soon