New York | The Hardest Indian Restaurant to Book on the Island đ„
Bungalow đ The reservation is tough to get, and there was a time when scalping was rampant, but itâs worth it. The place is mostly filled with Indian locals, and you canât go wrong by ordering what theyâre having. đ«¶đ» Iâve been here a few times, and there are some dishes I always order: Yogurt Kebab: The one that looks like a birdâs nest roll in the photoâthatâs it! The outer layer is crispy fried dough strands, and itâs filled with yogurt. Served with tangy and spicy mango chutney, itâs incredibly refreshing and addictiveâmy absolute favorite! Ammiâs Lamb Chops: The exterior is crispy, and the meat is juicy, paired with rich spices that make it super fragrant! Itâs among the best lamb chops Iâve had in New York, and my partner always orders two servings. đđž Lamb Shank Nihari: When I ordered this, the staff said, âThis is what everyone gets.â The shanks are braised until theyâre incredibly tender, falling off the bone with just a touch. đThe spices are layered but donât overpower the natural flavor of the lamb. Rice disappears in an instant when paired with this dish. Bungalow and Semma are the two hottest and hardest-to-book Indian restaurants in New York right now. If youâre a meat lover, go for Bungalow! Their meat dishes are better, especially the lamb series. But if youâre a carb monster, Semmaâs rice and flatbreads are definitely stronger, with more attention to the aroma of the rice and the crisp texture of the bread. đđž (Just a small warning: Chicken Masala. Itâs not very spicy, but the seasoning is pretty average, and the chicken itself is a bit dry. I wouldnât recommend it.) #food #Michelin #NewYorkRestaurant đđ
