Perhaps the premier Indian restaurant in the city, with modern decor and walls simply appointed with groupings of small and colorful sculpted faces. The renowned author and cooking teacher Madhur Jaffrey contributed her influence to the intricate menu, highlighted by succulent shrimp flavored with garlic and mustard seeds, crisp fritters of spinach and potatoes, green pea soup with fresh ginger, and fish curry with grated coconut. Other rhapsodic specialties include crisp, pizza-like flatbread with caramelized onions and coarse black pepper, salmon smothered in fresh coriander chutney, and home-style goat in a cardamom sauce.
Stop in Dawat for a restaurant that cooks up east Indian dishes. Expect the average entrée to cost from $12 to $20, and dress casual.
Atmosphere: The place has an elegant décor
More Reasons to Go: Dawat is great for groups and private parties.
Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner.Beer is served. You`ll find that there a seated bar inside.
Notable Mention: One of New York`s better restaurants.
Of Interest: Private rooms available for 20 to 200 guest
Details to Note: Reservations are required. Delivery and carryout are available. Smoking is permitted in smoking areas. Entrances and walkways are wheelchair friendly. Parking has been arranged for customers.
Ways to Pay: Cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Diners Club
Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday 12pm to 3pmMonday through Saturday 5pm to 11pm
