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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 |
Jaffrey for real? – Food was nothing I expected it to be. Taking a clue from Tamarind and Amma, I thought Dawat would be similar. Nada! Old school and old food and service that would have been tolerable if the food was good.
Kassim is wrong – I have been going to Dawat for the past four years. In a city where Indian food is polarized betweeen dives in Littel India and upper price disappointments, Dawat is the consistent and tasteful frontrunner. The waiters are attentive, and will accomodate diet requierements and taste preferences. The food is consistently high quality. I strenuously disagree with the reviewer KASSIM. Dawat is worthy of an initial visit as well as repeated ones.
consistent – Returning to New York after 2 years, I once again went to Dawat at midtown. This bustling Indian restaurant is still pleasing. The food was marvelous, service was outstanding. Before I leave town, I will not leave without dining at Dawat.
Bad Experience at Dawat – Though the food was reasonably good, the decore decent and the ambiance inviting, I would have to state very strongly that this place is over-rated. The value isn't that good for the money, and one of the waiters not only aggressively pushed a wine that I didn't want but also insisted I change my choice to a more expensive wine. This sort of behaviour is not only embarrasing but also insulting. I for one do not plan to go back, there are many other places in Manhattan that have just as good food if ... read more
Mmmmm.... – The food was delicious at Dawat. I feel it's one of the better Indian places in Manhattan. However, the prices for these dishes are INSANE, relative to other Indian places! Even though I enjoyed my experience, I don't think I would go back.
outstanding – Last night, I treated my mother to a dinner at Dawat for her birthday. My mother, who loves Indian cusine, said that the dishes at Dawat were probably the best she had tasted. We both agreed that the lamb chops cooked in the tandoor were best we had ever tasted. As for the service, the waiter was very informative about some of the exoctic dishes. Friendly ambiance and ample wine list. Overall, amazing dining experience.
slow and rude – My boyfriend and I came here for Valentine's Day and were pretty disappointed. The food was really nice, but not good enough to justify the price or the crummy service. In their defense, they were definitely very busy, but not only did we have to wait an absurdly long time for each course, but they left out two of the items which were supposed to be included with the second course. The final blow was when the waiter brought us the check before we had even finished dessert--never mind that the only reason we w... read more
1st quality Indian – Although dinner for 4 (4 beers, 2 drinks, 3 apps, 4 entrees, 3 coffees and one dessert) hit $220, Id still go back. Real estate in this neck of the woods is no doubt expensive. The food was all excellent save the dessert, Kheer, was very weak. Steamed in banana leaves with coriander and other spices salmon was excellent and a huge piece. Chicken saag was also very good and a nice portion. Shrimp in a coconut sauce was delicious and a good sized potion. Cornish hen was said to be very good too. Apps were ... read more
Outstanding – Dawat is one of the finer dining experiences I have had in a long time. The food and service are both top-notch. I don't think there's much more to say than that.
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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