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Dawat
- Indian
- New York, NY
About this business
Many believe that there is a lack of good Indian food compared to many other cuisines in New York City, particularly when it comes to upscale restaurants. Dawat helps make up for that deficiency. The elegant, spacious interior is inviting, and painted masks on the walls add a sense of the exotic. The excellent food will win over even those who claim to dislike Indian cuisine. There is tandoori and other typical Indian fare, as well as more exotic regional dishes.
Location details
210 E 58th St, Ste 1, New York, NY, 10022, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Do not go there – I went there with my husband and it was a terrible experience. The food was mediocre, the service poor, inexperience waiters. The waiter brought the wrong dish to my table and didn't apologize. After I was half way through my dish, then they brought out the rest of the items that came with my meal. They never once came back to the table to ask how we were doing. Don't go here for Indian food, try Tamarind instead.
What a disappointment! – Having read so much about this restaurant as the best Indian in town, i was thoroughly disappointed. The food are mediocre and the service extremely choppy. Tries too hard to be upscale, and falls short and becomes way overvalued at best...
Restaurant Week – We went to Dawat two weeks ago. The food was exquisite and the service was very good as well. The shrimp and chicken dish was awesomely delicous. I highly recommend paying a visit to Dawat.
Restaurant Week at Dawat – Dawat was very disappointing. The appetizers were average. The entrees:The chicken in the chicken dish was undercooked. We had asked for the Rogan Josh-goat but we got what we think was either lamb/bad goat. The shrimp in the shrimp curry ($5extra eventhough it was on the Restaurant week menu) were either undercooked/bad shrimp (they tasted fishy). They brought out rice&naan enough for about three people so we ordered extra (there were 6 of us). The carrot dessert was mediocre. The service was poor... read more
Most Expensive Indian Food on Earth – Dawat is a beautiful restaurant with generally impeccable service (exception in a minute), however the food is no better or worse than your average Indian place, and the prices are astronomical. We went during restaurant week, and even with the special paid $50 per person for vegetarian food! Seriously, you may want to go just to laugh at the prices... $5 for a small bowl of plain Basmati rice with no saffron!!! Also, while we were trying to finish our wine after dinner the manager came ... read more
Great Indian food in Manhattan – New to Manhattan and having problems finding kickass chicken tikka masala and seekh kabobs. I ordered takeout from this place. So far, this is the best I've had. The seekh kabobs are seasoned well. The chicken tikka masala is very good. The raita is awesome; kind of tangy too. The restaurant was very lively and full for a Wednesday night. I definitely will be back to dine in. Kind of on the expensive side, but what do you expect for midtown??
Different dish, same sauce – My parents were visiting from India, so I took them to New York's best rated Indian restaurant. Amongst others, we ordered two completely different dishes, one chicken and one shrimp, from different parts of India, and they arrived with the exact same sauce. There are so many better Indian restaurants than Dawat!
head and shoulders above others – The food and service at Dawat is great.I have had a brief tenure in India and in the short period I was there I fell in love with Indian Cuisine.The food at Dawat is amongst the best I have had.The service staff is polite, gracious and well informed.Over all a great place to savour Indian cuisine.
Overpriced and Unimpressive – The food is good, but the service is cloying and pushy. The waiters try their hardest to sell you the most expensive option on the menu. In light of the price, you will absolutely be happier somewhere else. Even Chola next door is better. If you are looking for an elegant atmosphere try Tamarind and if you are looking for just really good food in a fun/hip atmosphere, try Mirchi. Don't go here - so overrated!
Frequently asked questions about Dawat
How is Dawat rated?
Dawat has a 4.1 star rating with 248 reviews.
When is Dawat open?
Dawat is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.
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