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1. Salaam Bombay
317 Greenwich St, between Duane & Reade Sts, New York, NY 10013 · 212-226-9400
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TRIBECA. One of the Lower Manhattan's favorite Indian restaurants, Salaam Bombay serves up a variety of North Indian dishes. Regulars rave about their Aloo Gobi – potatoes and cauliflower cooked and blended with onions, ginger and spices. You'll also find all of your favorite tandoori dishes here, from shrimp marinated in green masala to seasoned ground lamb rolled on a skewer, as well as a wide range of tasty (and somewhat spicy) vegetable entrées, like their Ringna Bataka Nu Shaak (cubed eggplant and potatoes cooked in sweet and sour sauce). TRAIN: 1, 2, 3, 9 to Chamber St
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2. Tabla
11 Madison Ave, at 25th St, New York, NY 10010 · 212-889-0667
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FLATIRON DISTRICT. So popular that you have to make reservations at least a month in advance, this trendy restaurant masterfully blends American and Indian styles in both its décor and cuisine. The restaurant interior boasts a lovely two-tiered design. If you aren't able to make reservations, try the Bread Bar, located below the restaurant. Business dressy attire for Tabla and casual for Bread Bar. TRAIN: N, R, 6 to 23rd St
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3. Tamarind
41-43 E 22nd St, between Park & Broadway, New York, NY 10010 · 212-674-7400
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FLATIRON DISTRICT. Fashionably dressed with stark white walls, stained hardwoods, earthen accents and pendant lighting, this high-end Indian restaurant appeals to a cross section of neighborhood folks and hip, young professionals. The kitchen looks to the regions of Punjab, Hyderabad, Goa, Madras, Lucknow and Calcutta for inspiration. The result is an exceptional array of dishes that incorporate everything from gosht (lamb and goat) to samundri moti (fish and seafood). NB If you're looking for a different type of late afternoon nip, the neighboring tea room features Indian specialties like ajwain biscuits as well as sandwiches, pastries, and several varieties of hot tea. TRAIN: N, R, 6 to 23rd St
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4. Dévi
8 E 18th St, between 5th Ave & Broadway, New York, NY 10003 · 212-691-1300
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FLATIRON DISTRICT. The Flatiron District enjoys its fair share of chic restaurants, and among them is this high-end Indian place, whose decor and cuisine capture the more evocative nature of the Sub Continent: lanterns, brightly colored textiles, imported marble, and carved wood accents. Several regions of India are represented on the menu, and signature dishes include tandoor-grilled Jamison Farm lamb, yam dumplings with tomato gravy, and turkey Kaa Keema. For the truly adventurous, the list of specialty cocktails includes the Soursop Martini and spicy Mumbai Margarita. Tasting menu: $65. TRAIN: N ,R,Q,W,4,5,6,L to Union Sq
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5. Vatan
409 3rd Ave, at 29th St, New York, NY 10016 · 212-689-5666
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GRAMERCY. [Closed for renovations through Fall 2008.] Offering a quiet, relaxed setting, Vatan is a favorite among Gramercy vegetarians and Indian purists. Expect to leave your shoes at the door – but don't sweat it. It's tradition, and, besides, it's easier to relax on the cushions without them. Vatan's set dinner features a wide range of delicious Gujurati dishes, from fried hot peppers (mirchi bhajiya) to chick peas with onion and coriander (chana masala). TRAIN: 6 to 28th St
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6. Chola
232 E 58th St, New York, NY 10022 · 212-688-4619
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MIDTOWN EAST. If you're on the quest for an especially good bargain in the East 50s, give this casual Indian spot a shot. Their lunch buffet, priced at under $15, is a bountiful spread that's full of traditional favs from several regions (ergo the "Eclectic Indian Cuisine" tag on their awning), among them a handful of flavorful chicken, fish, lamb and vegetarian offerings. The interior is tastefully – if modestly – decorated, and the service is consistently professional and friendly. TRAIN: N, R to Lexington Ave; 4,5,6, to 59th St
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7. Dawat
210 E 58th St, New York, NY 10022 · 212-355-7555
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MIDTOWN EAST. This upscale East-50's Midtowner has long been the trendsetter in Indian cuisine. Regulars return again and again for the great service and innovative food that features such spicy treats as bhel poori, shrimp and salmon. Traditional Indian dishes are also available. Good selection of beers. Prix fixe menus: 3-course $45, 4-course $65, 5-course $75. TRAIN: N, R to Lexington Ave; 4, 5, 6 to 59th St
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EAST VILLAGE. One of the restaurants that make up the East Village's Curry Row, Angon offers as authentic an Indian experience as you can hope to find this side of London. The fare focuses on traditional favorites, and the dim, atmospheric setting will easily make you feel as if you've been swept to the Far East. Start off things with an order of pani puri, samosa chat or chicken wings with tandoori masala. Any of those'll surely whet your appetite for the main course to come – perhaps spicy liver jhal fry, shrimp malai curry, reshimi kabab or vegetable curry. TRAIN: F to 2nd Ave; 6 to Astor Pl
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9. Banjara
97 1st Ave, Curry Row, New York, NY 10003 · 212-477-5956
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EAST VILLAGE. If you've got the taste for spices but fighting the crowds on Sixth Street has no appeal, Banjara stands as a better-than-good alternative. In fact, folks who stray from Alphabet City and the Lower East Side submit that this pleasant neighborhood eatery can give many of the city's more high-profile Indian restaurants a run for their money. Indeed, the kitchen's knack for delightful clay-oven specialties (the wine-marinated chicken in particular) often converts curious customers into devotees after one visit. TRAIN: F, V to 2nd Ave
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10. Hampton Chutney Co.
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68 Prince St, between Broadway & Lafayette, New York, NY 10012 · 212-226-9996
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SOHO. Founded in 1995 by Gary and Isabel MacGurn, Hampton Chutney has grown from a small operation that supplied gourmet markets in the Hamptons to a veritable enterprise whose delish products keep their cafes in SoHo and on the Upper West Side busy throughout the week. In addition to traditional dosa (sour-dough crepes filled with chutney) selections, the SoHo edition serves several specialty sandwiches that incorporate everything from cilantro chutney dressing to chicken curry. If you need something more substantial, look to their Thali special, which includes a daily vegetable dish along with basmati rice, dal soup, naan, chutney, yogurt and, optionally, grilled chicken. TRAIN: N, R to Prince St
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