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List of the 10 best Halal places to eat Indian in New York City

10 Best restaurants for Indian in New York City

Paisley

Raw authentic Indian food. It’s culinary food only for those with a pallet that understands and appreciates the hard work it took to create such a significant meal. My wife and I spent our first dinner as a married couple here!

Came here for company dinner to celebrate women owned business. We love the mom and daughter duo running this restaurant they were so nice and welcoming! The food was great everything was delicious. Their seasonal cocktails were fun and tasty. The salad got some of our friends on fire though we thought they were string beans and not chili lol. Overall, 10/10 would recommend this place! And they're starting weekend bottomless brunch would definitely go back and give they a try!

Cozy Indian bar & restaurant in the corner of New York City.

Amazing drinks and appetizers! Though the appetizers portion is small I understand it’s a restaurant in NYC.

The entree was delicious.

Paneer Curry, Cauliflower (gobi) were tasty!

The Lamb Vindaloo was especially excellent, with a complex flavor profile consisting of vinegar, ginger, garlic, jaggery & chili (spicy) that is both fiery and flavorful. The Dahi Bhalla with the Lentil dumplings, tamarind-mint chutney, yogurt was refreshing and the Rajwadi Paneer was soft and smooth with a balanced combination of onion, bell pepper, yogurt and masala sauce. If you're looking for a truly authentic Indian dining experience, Paisley at Greenwich St is the place to go.

Absolutely delicious!  We went here for our daughter’s birthday, and we’re very impressed.  Excellent service and great atmosphere.  Definitely recommend. Lamb curry was amazing!

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Indian cuisine & signature cocktails are offered in an exotic setting with dangling lights

GupShup

Having visited GupShup a couple of times and explored a number of dishes on their menu, I would argue that it is one of the best Indian restaurants in Manhattan.

Offering a fantastic array of mouthwatering dishes that are plated to perfection in an ambiance that is carefully curated, GupShup offers a truly spectacular dining experience that is worth a visit.

The Butter Chicken wings, the Lucknowi Chicken Biryani, Pav Bhaji, the Keema Pav, Onion Chili Cheese Kulcha, Masala Chai, were all excellent. The service was a bit slow (but they were also overwhelmed with demand). All in all, we have greatly enjoyed our visits and look forward to being back for more.

I recently had my birthday brunch at GupShup, and I was blown away! The service was fast, the food was absolutely delicious, and the portion sizes were generous. I've been here twice before and every experience has been top-notch.

Some of my favorites from the vegetarian prix-fixe menu included the paneer cheese rolls, idli & sambar, pav bhaji, and saag paneer.

Whether you're planning a small gathering or a big party, I highly recommend GupShup. This restaurant has it all - great food, fantastic service, and a fun atmosphere!

I recently dined at this restaurant and overall had a satisfactory experience. The first thing that caught my attention upon entering was the impressive ambiance and interior design. The restaurant had a modern and elegant feel, creating a comfortable atmosphere.

Now, let's talk about the food. While some dishes were on the pricier side ( we spent ~280$ for 4) ,  there were a few standout items that made the visit worthwhile. The Kheema Pav, Jackfruit tacos and Dahi Puri were absolutely fantastic.  The cocktails are unique & delightful . The flavors were well-balanced, and the presentation was impeccable. If you're not a fan of intensely spicy food, you'll appreciate the fact that they cater to a milder palate.

We had made a reservation for 10 o'clock, so it felt like they rushed our service.  Also we fews dishes (like biryani) were unavailable at that time.

I would recommend giving this place a try, but it's worth considering the timing of your reservation to ensure a more relaxed dining experience.

Lovely food and drink game and glamorous surroundings !

Great spot for innovative and yummy Indian food - we got there around 7 Saturday and no Dino reservations open till 930 so hung out at the bar for appetizers. The food was AMAZING (especially the methi soy chaap) and the bartender kept us good company.

Two minor quibbles - seems like on weekend there are no open spots if you walk in - everything seems reserved ( or so it seems but at the bar we heard selective people being seated in-spite of no reservations)

And the second - they need your phone number even if you sit at the bar - no reasoning why - while I appreciate that is how their reservation system may works - the hostess at the front needs to be a bit more cool about it - a few folks walked out due to this weird requirement and no reasoning on why this is the case.

I loved the food, it tasted great and it was lighter than similar dishes at other Indian restaurants. The crispy okra with avocado was a real pleaser, and the fish meilee pure joy of tender fish and curry with mustard. The paratha was flaky and yet it tasted more like a baked bread. All good things. Lots more on the menu that I'd like to try; many appetizers looked quite creative.

The atmosphere was trendy and airy, though the loud music put me off somewhat.

The staff came to check in often.

Alcohol served. All chicken and lamb Halal.

Indian food for dine-in, takeout and delivery

Aroma Indian Cuisine

Food was good and tasty. All the dishes we got hit the spot and we enjoyed every bite of it. The only thing we all agree on was that the water tasted funny and we realize it's because of the copper cups they're using which have a after taste to it. We thought it was the water so we pour some of our bottle water into the cup and it was indeed the cup. The message to management,  if you're reading this, maybe consider changing out your cups to some other material? Stainless steel, glass or whatever that's not copper. Overall would definitely come back again.

I just randomly found this place on google and it didn’t disappoint. The food is really delicious, the butter chicken was point. I’d definitely recommend this.

This resturant is really good Indian food ! , fresh & very tasty . I would highly recommend coming
Here . The setting is very romantic . The waiter was courteous, and very attentive.

My first time trying at this place, taste wasn’t as good as it looked! The 2 star is for the decor! Will give it another try some time soon!

Mixed Grill platter meat was literally all charred outside but raw inside. Butter chicken sauce was rotten and extremely oily. The order took a little over an hour and I was extremely disappointed.
They didn’t have lentil soup, so they kindly called to replace it with chicken samosas, but those tasted like old refrigerator and were burnt. :(
The beef biryani was the only edible plate out of our order and it was pretty bland.
Thanks to Grubhub customer service for refunding us, this disgusting order was over $50.

Aroma

Curry In Handi

The food in this dining place was AMAZINGGG!!! All dishes were freshly and authentically served. The food was absolutely high class and tasted exceptional. In addition, the restaurant is very clean with a great lighting aesthetic that’s very pleasing. Service was fantastic from all staff and workers! No complaints from this dining spot at all! Highly recommend to everyone and anyone!

This is the place you will love the authentic Indian food.
Newly design fine dinning restaurants
Where you have a Instagram wall you can take pictures with having halal wine and champagne.
Recommending butter chicken, charcoal grill kabab.
Food taste 8.8/10
Environment 9.2/10
Customer service 9.5/10

Great curry and vibes. I read a review online calling it a non-alcoholic bar so I went to check it out. There is no bar, it’s a restaurant but the drinks are very tasty and the curry is even better. Such a great addition to the neighborhood.

I had a fantastic time here. The food and drink were amazing. It was my first time having naan with chilli/jalapeño  peppers on it and it was great. Also, I loved that they had a bar of non-alcoholic drinks. The service was exceptional. The vibes and the scenery great. They even have an area designed for photos!

Will definitely be coming back. I definitely recommend going with friends and family.

Really delicious food, at a great price!   I live two blocks away, and I’m excited to have found a new favorite spot close to home.

Everything on our menu is halal and all drinks are non-alcoholic.

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Clay Oven

I had it once by chance. Every time I call there's an issue. I can't understand why they say they open at 11am, when I saw the workers coming in at 11am. I called at 11:15am, giving them a chance to settle in, I placed a simple order and told it would take 40 min to have my order ready. I was told they had nothing ready nor prepared and had just come in. So why not say you open at 12pm? Or have the employees come in earlier to set up. I could see them sweeping and cleaning, shouldn't this be done at night? I think the owner is cheap with the employees and doesn't want to pay for more hours, hence the non ethnic (to India) employees.

Favorite spot. Recently the hours changed and I have no way to visit after work for my usual date night, but this is the best food I’ve ever had. I only have sundays off, and they’re closed then. The owners are so kind and treat you like family if they know your face, I’ve been going here for years now. My only wish is they were open later like they used to be. Affordable and impressive always.

Absolutely loved their butter chicken..what a friendly staff. The lady was so endearing and ensured that my order was in place. Fast service as well. Thank you for the amazing food.

I absolutely love this restaurant. One of the few authentic delicious Indian spots in long island, and they’ll adjust the spicy level to your taste. The owners are so kind and are from the neighborhood. If you’re looking for amazing authentic flavorful Indian food I always recommend this location. I saw some of the negative reviews on bottom and am truly shocked I order from them once a week, and haven’t had one bad dish yet.

As always the food is delicious and full of flavors and the spices are very delicious. I wish they can have different sauce base for the various plates. Still, absolutely delicious

Gazab

Gazab is a really good choice to get some delicious food. The staff was so nice and welcoming, the food was great, and a very fair price for it all. The restaurant is clean and decorated beautifully. Definitely will be returning!

Hands down the best Indian food in the city. For someone who never writes reviews, I had to stop my meal just to write this. Definitely worth every penny. The food is delicious!

Perfect n happening restaurant, i am gonna come back here soon.... I dine here at last Sunday, the food is so amazing.....  i will highly recommend this restaurant, just try this place if you are nearby....
I use to go to BaarBaar NYC but now this is my favorite spot..... Thank you Chef and the team at Gazab for making food n my experience so amazing.

Most Delicious Food in Whole NYC. I bet if you visit Once you will be Addicted to Taste of Food. Staff is really very good.
But always go with Reservations.  Sitting Place is small but very busy and you have to wait in Queue.
Must Visit and Try.

Will definitely go back to this place! Plating and taste exceeded expectations. Everything we ordered came right on time. Waiter was extremely friendly, great Indian music and a lovely overall vibe!

We specialize in Fresh Indian Street Food right from our open kitchen to you!

Desi Galli

For super flavorful, great priced and full of home cooked food this is my go to Indian choice in the heart of the East Village. I would love to recommend the awesome proprietor for her street savvy food style. Yummy don't walk run to see them.

I think this is a great go to Indian spot in the neighborhood. Have had several of their dishes including the chicken tikka, lamb curry, korma, and chicken Bihari, which is pictured on my roof. The restaurant sits about 20, it’s no frills but I’d say the prices are reasonable for the quality of the food and the portion sizes. It’s my go to for this cuisine around the east village

Love this place and the staff. The food is great. What I love is that unlike other Indian restaurants their food is not greasy.

Very delicious street food and not super greasy/oily!

Indian Street Food @ Big Apple. Great taste. Friendly Staff. Tikka Masala is mind blowing. Reasonable priced for NYC.

Service is great! This is my first time try Indian street food, waitress kindly teach me how to taste the food.
Mango yogurt is great too!

Didn't think this lived up to the hype. Saw ads for this everywhere and decided to give it a try. Not worth 9.95, very little paneer and the sauce was average. Fries were cooked very well however.

Terrible food. I don't write reviews ever. This restaurant should be ashamed. Small portions. Missing items in order. Terrible Indian Breads. Avoid. Order at your own peril.

We ordered a variety of dishes for a party at our home. We were given great advice on how much to order and to get things everyone would like. Everything arrived as expected and was delicious. Our guests loved everything too!

The Gully NYC

Pretty good place to eat the naan was really good and the dishes were really nice my favorite was the butter chicken. The rice however is so-so and it’s like $5 for the rice which has too much cardamom. The food was fireeeeee other than that

My wife and I love Indian food. We got a flyer in the mail for this place and decided it was worth checking out.

We made the decision to go on a Friday night in the summer. Since we got there at an early time for dinner (6:30 pm), it was easy to get seated. Notably, they have a 45 min seating policy once food arrives.

Our server came out and asked if we were cool with either soda or water. We decided water and they brought out Poland spring bottles. Notably, the place does not serve alcohol.

We placed or orders and the food came out in about 15 mins. The Chicken Tikka Mac and Cheese was hands down our fave part of the night. We also both really liked our entrees. I love the creamy consistency of the sauces for both the Saag and Korma. Other Indian places have sauces that are pretty runny.

The vibes were chill, the Indian music playing at the place gave it a nice ambiance, and the food was really delicious.

Highly recommend you check this place out when you’re in Astoria.

Amazing mix of food. Came all the way from Philly to see what this was about and have to say, I am not disappointed. The Mac&Cheese could have used a bit more noodles, whole thing was drenched in cheese. Everything else was delicious!

I had the Vindaloo Chicken. 

Pros:
The food was good. It was the right kind of spice for me; not too spicy. 

- Waitress was friendly.

Cons:
- Unable to have a proper conversation due to loud music. It feels like being in a club instead of a restaurant.

- Mostly sauce & potatoes; not enough chicken.

- Manager/owner came of rude/mean.

The food was decent quality, but it's not worth the hype. I had the butter chicken from there, which was very sweet. Also, the manager/owner came off rude.

Particularly south Indian food (larger variety of Vegetarian Food) 

Swagat

The food and service were beyond our expectations. We really liked the ambience of this place. Wonderful restaurant to take the family out for lunch.

Great non spicy indian food.. as ironic as it sounds.

Excellent tasting food, very good portion size, reasonable pricing.  I like the quality of the food (Grade A) and the variety of choices.  Highly recommend.

This is a delicious and reasonable little India restaurant near Penn Station. The food is delicious and the chicken platter is fantastic at $10. Definitely stop in if you like Indian food! Service was excellent pointing out the affordable option. They also have and excellent mango drink.

Very nice restaurant. Having very good options for vegetarians and tastes l is delicious. After long time felt like eating in some real Indian restaurant.

The staff of this restaurant has verbally confirmed halal status.

website:zabihah.com:(https://www.zabihah.com/biz/5qHaVlNSTg)

Halal Indian, Pakistani & Middle Eastern dishes are served cafeteria-style at this low-key cafe.

Lasani

The nicest people we met visiting NYC!! Great Fresh Food and welcoming environment even during these times when food must be made to go!! One of the best experiences we had in NYC. Will def return!

I loved it. I am not an expert on Pakistani food but that's why we tried everything on the menu and it was delicious. The service is great. You really feel like home. It's great for trying something different and not leave NYC broke.

Fain and his family make you feel right at home!  Serving amazing food every single time I go there.  Hands down the best Indian cuisine around.  Go there, you won't regret it!

What a lovely family run place. Hassan really helped us enjoy a great Desi meal!

This is my go to place for delicious Pakistani food. I highly recommend the Biryani, Chicken Tikka Masala, Vegan dishes, as well as fresh breads and Samosas.

A halal sign is clearly visible on the premises of this restaurant.

website:zabihah.com:(https://www.zabihah.com/biz/63aU505EOS)

The Kati Roll Company

This spot is awesome! Convenient pricing, large portions and the staff are constantly super nice.

Delicious rolls with different sorts of fillings depending on your mood and interests. Having said that they are a little expensive for what you get. In addition, wish they also had an extended bowls and sides menu to accompany the rolls and build out a meal. Combo meals could also be an interesting item.

Great Indian Street food at great prices!

Best late night snack, and dinner place in NYC.. locations are conveniently around downtown Manhattan. Tiny Indian burritos, with such a variety of filling.. you can't go wrong here, bring a date, bring your friends, this tiny and amazing kitchen produces bomb Kati rolls

The best place to eat Kati Rolls. Try their shami kabab rolls. It is out of this world. Their paneer is also fabulous. Chana and aloo is ok ok. The place is very small and only has 3 tables. But this place is packed at late night. There is huge line at 2 am. Their mango lassi is also very good

website:zabihah.com:(https://www.zabihah.com/biz/injM6ubs0R)

Awadh is Gaurav Anand’s latest restaurant endeavor, following Bhatti Indian Grill (Murray Hill) and Moti Mahal Delux (Upper East Side). With Awadh, we present a culmination of culinary finesse of the finest food from India’s sacred and historic land.  We hope to create experiences and memories through flavors as you explore meats, vegetables, seafood, kebabs, curries and breads that will leave a lasting impression on your palate. Sister restaurant to Bhatti Indian Grill and Moti Mahal, both of which are also halal. 

Awadh

The menu and service were beyond our expectations. We surely enjoyed the atmosphere of this place. Extraordinary spot to take my family out for lunch.

Excellent Indian food. Elevated take on traditional dishes. Great service.

I have heard great things about this place and want to support a local restaurant but people should be aware that we ordered our food at 5pm and it is 6:45 and we still haven’t received it. We live just a few blocks from the restaurant- almost 2 hours seems too long to wait.

This restaurant is my number one place.  Of all restaurants I know I like it most. I never miss an opportunity to go to visit this restaurant. Whenever  I want to go to a delicious meal, this is the place that comes instantly to my mind. exeptionalgorgeous and all kinds of  food and a rich cuisine.great crew, and nice mood. And very important, the charge is reasonable. I praise this spot with great pleasure.

Amazing Indian Muglai cuisine! I have always all the meals here, the food is very flavorful. This is probably the best North Indian restaurant for me

Bawarchi

Great Indian food with excellent customer service. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a range from mild to spicy Indian food. Great delivery service as well. Also the price is reasonable and you get what you pay for.

Paid $17 for a small portion with rice and curry chicken and one jerk chicken drumsticks(undercooked and has bad smell) everything else where they put tons of spices has a same taste no matter if its chicken, veggies or rice. If you enjoy Indian food this is defiantly not the place. Totally overpriced

Ordered paneer katti roll and pav Bhaji. 

Pav was stale and microwaved, the paneer in the Katti roll seemed old and was kinda sour.  

The manager had a bit of an attitude and the food was not worth the 17$. Haha the place was a bit dirty too. Regret going there. You live and you learn

Very bad food quality.
The food seems to be spoiled but they added rose water to suppress the smell.
It doesn’t taste close to Indian food.
Stay away.

Excellent Lunch Buffet. Lots of choices (Indian, Jamaican, American dishes). Great Indian food in the neighborhood. Cheaper than the new branch that opened on 97th street. Friendly owner committed to making your food experience positive.

This restaurant has been reported to be halal by our readers but is still unverified. From the management: 'We use zabiha halal meat only'

website:zabihah.com:(https://www.zabihah.com/biz/XogKYiIO2D)

Ushering the Intriguing blend of India's Diverse Flavours, let exquisite cuisine of exotic kebabs, oriental mystical, curries inspired from the rustic native life melt yor senses at Malai Marke the ultimate dollop of ethereal joy! The delectable cuisine at Malai Marke promises the artful experience that celebrates the taste of Indian spirit. 

Malai Marke

Sadly the Indian restaurants that once crowded 6th street are disappearing. Don't let an empty restaurant fool you into thinking the food isn't good. I had a wonderful meal here with some friends. The homemade breads, appetizers and meals were outstanding. Everything was fresh and delicious, so order away. The restaurant is large and worth a visit with friends.

Ordered the chicken saag and lamb madras lunch special - for about $25 total two orders - came with lentils, cabbage, rice and naan. I felt the portions were good. Food smelled delicious and was full of flavor. The meat was tender.  Would recommend!

good place to hang and eat some good food. the bill was decent for the quality.

Tried this spot already with a friend and I am hooked since then. I loved the fantastic mood and yummy dishes and beverages. Keep up the good work.

Love this little Indian spot!
The food is full of flavor and the setting is very warm and clean! 
Great place to eat Vegans☺

website:zabihah.com:(https://www.zabihah.com/biz/tG84kmn0vh)

Counter-serve restaurant doling out Pakistani food in a straightforward, cafeteria-style setting.

Kashmir 9

No-frills halal eatery serving Indian, Bengali & Pakistani specialties, both savory & sweet.

Sagar Restaurant

This place is surely one of the most pleasant place in the neighborhood. Always when I come there I am exceedingly pleased. They keep their very high  standard service and the highest level of dishes  they give. You will be always satisfied with this restaurant. Warmly  recommended.

Small Bangladeshi restaurant but was nice and clean. Small sitting capacity, may be about 10 tables (didn't actually count the number). Family crowd for  breakfast was good. Snacks and breakfast items were good & tasty. Price was reasonably lower than other restaurants in that area. 

I tried their lunch and dinner items. They were also very good and tasty. Their specialty items like chicken, goat or kacchi biryani were very good also.

Bathroom was surprisingly clean. Anyone visiting that area shouldn't miss this restaurant. I highly recommend this. I have other Bangladeshi restaurant in this area, but to me this one is definitely better than other similar restaurants.

I ordered four butter Naan to go and was waiting for picking up. After around ten minutes they gave me 3 warm and 1 cold and hard like rock. Thank God I checked before left the store. It happened before couple of times. So please check your food before you leave the store. Looks like they are already popular and don't care about what they are serving or getting more greedy or can't get rid of dirty mentality they carried with them!!

Horrible service, lack of care and respect for customer is really their specialty. Food is sub par as to what it used to be. They have become so well known they just live off the name. I gave the owners sun $20 for a $14 order gives me back $1 because he didn't pay attention though he was only dealing with me. The cashiers except one always have attitudes and expect you to work on their pace of service. 

Sagar Chinese have very good foods. This is sagar restaurant didn't meet my expectations. Their food is not so tasty. They are very proud of their kachhi Biriani but for me it's like average test.

Sagar

Breezy casual eatery displaying ample hot trays of American, Spanish, Indian & Pakistani dishes.

Salt & Pepper

Wendy Williams was talking about lamb chops and I had a taste for grilled lamb chops. It was my first time at Salt and Pepper and I enjoyed my $15 lamb chops meal. I had mashed potatoes and salad, the 3 lamb chops were lightly charred, DELICIOUS on the bone. Now I'm encourage to seek out other lamb chops joints. Free soda with $15 meal. Nice veiw to eat and people watch after shopping. Enjoy!!

Food was cook perfectly. Ample amount of seats to seat down. Nice selection of food from breakfast to dinner. From sandwiches to steaks to even Indian food, all for a low price.

Firs of all, I really addicted the quantity. I thinks most of U.S. local foods are super large and tasty even snack and drink! That's why I really love U.S style.

I tried "D"(NY sirloin strak and rice with soda), the rice type is not sticky but nice fried. Steak also good but some of part is too gummy. 

But Mood is little bit noisy so, I cannot concentrated my meal.

Service is nice. Cook look cold but when I took picture, he smile and posed. I really thanks you for his attitude.

Total: Good!

Salt & Pepper has a variety if delicious meals from Italian, American and Indian cuisine! I came here for the Indian dishes 3 times now and will be coming back for more! 💕💕💕💕

We came to this spot for a meeting. we heard about this restaurant from quite a few people.  Well, it was a winning. The staff welcomed us with a smile and we felt very good. The food was just great. We loved this restaurant a lot and we will definitely return to this restaurant. Keep it up.

Sophisticated Indian cuisine & a notable wine list offered in an elegant space with ornate accents.

Junoon

We loved Junoon on every level! We had a reservation after a Broadway show and we arrived at 11:07pm ... 7 minutes after their last reservation. They still seated our table with huge smiles. The service was incredible. The food was amazing and beautiful. One of us left our purse and they came and found us on the street. Extra effort everywhere! This place is a class act all around.

Our hotel concierge recommended us to try this place out and wow it was indeed a spectacular experience. The staff were most obliging and invited us in. We haven't waited long and were taken to a table. Such good service! We felt welcome and the food was simply divine, even if somewhat expensive. Definitely will go again when in NYC.

One of our favorite Indian restaurants! Delicious every time. We love to bring guests, they're always pleased too.

No doubt their food tastes awesome. I went to Junoon on a cold Sunday. I was happy as I knew that I was going to relish some good Indian foods. To my surprise the food was even more delicious than I expected. The only disappointment was the dessert which I didn’t like much ( Again it’s my opinion which may differ from others though) . 
Let’s come to the look of the restaurant. I believe it seriously needs some modifications as i expected way more from once a Michelin star restaurant.

Junoon is a sophisticated Indian restaurant that is an elegant space with ornate accents. The staff are great and really know what is up. Since it is a Michelin starred restaurant you would expect no less. The food is top quality and it is traditional Indian food with a little twist. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is in NYC and has the money to enjoy a dinner.

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