I work in the area and have become a regular at Bombay Bistro. It is definitely worth trying. The lunch buffet gets busy (only open 2 months or so, this place is already packed!), so be forewarned. But the waitstaff manages tables efficiently so waits are usually not long. The spread is impressive with goat, prawns, tandoori chicken and other meat dishes in rotation that are usually not featured at other restaurants. As a vegetarian, I find at least 4-6 dishes for me, usually one with a paneer unlike other Indian buffets. The food is spiced authentically and prepared with fine ingredients. However, the Bistro shines at dinner. Unlike so many Indian restaurants, Bombay Bistro is very well appointed. Warming red painted and oak wood lined walls have modern, clean-lined decor with a touch of Indian artistry. It's a soothing environment. More impressive (and also lacking at other Indian restaurants) is a gracious, comforting and well-informed staff. The service is truly impressive. The food is even better than at the buffet (the chef is probably less harried) and they offer several unique dishes (appropriately named Juhu Pani Puri and a tandoori vegetable tower that allows vegetarians to enjoy a tandoor cooked dish). Drinks are great too; have them recommend a cocktail. If it's true that they're considering a happy hour bar menu, this would also be ideal for a pre-dinner appetizer and drink. Highly recommend you check it out to see if you like it..
Posted by anonymous on 03/30/2009
Fantastic Indian Dinner
Went here early on a Friday night and was seated immediately. The service was wonderful. They didn't have a happy hour special for drinks but said they will have it soon. The somosas were a tad bland, but wasn't greasy. Their Cauliflower dish was soooo good. If you've ever been to Tamarind and tried the cauliflower appetizer and thought it was too sweet after a while then you will love this. It's not as sweet and has a bit of heat to it. The waitress was super helpful and served us our dishes. She recommended the lemon rice and it did not disappoint. I'd definitely go here again.
Posted by Tamara on 03/06/2009
Great!
I absolutely love this place, hands down it is the best! The service is outstanding!
Posted by Mohit on 02/26/2009
The best Indian food in Manhattan!
This restaurant completely lives upto the expectations of any guest. Excellent service,
warm atmosphere, the proces are affordable and above all the food is excellent.
The best butter chicken in town..also dont forget to try the delicious kebabs.
All the kebabs are excellent particularly reshmi kebab. The food is excellent!! I will
keep going back again and again..
Open everyday from 11:30am to 10:30pm
Bombay Bistro
155 E , 52street
Btw Lexinton & 3rd Av
NY,NY 10022
Ph:212.593.5425
contact@bombaybistronyc.com
Excellent Neighborhood Indian Restaurant