New York City, New York dining

Dhamaka in New York City, New York

Regional Indian, Indian Casual dining

Closed now12:39 AM Price $50-$100 Today 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
4.5 out of 5 · 1,131 total ratings 1,131 Restaurantor baseline + 0 visitor ratings

119 Delancey St, New York, NY, 10002, US

CuisineRegional Indian, Indian
StyleCasual dining
Price$50-$100
MealsLunch, Dinner
Guest impressions

What people say about Dhamaka

The comments are mostly positive in terms of the taste of the food served. People talk about how spicy and flavorful the dishes are. Meat prepared in a smoky flavor, spicy food, full spices, offal, and goat and seafood dishes, not like regular Indian dishes served in other restaurants of New York City, are often mentioned as a good point. Goat neck biryani, lamb, kebabs, and other large dishes receive much praise. The atmosphere in the restaurant can be quite loud and busy, but this is what many people love here because the food stays flavorful and regional.

Restaurant overview

About Dhamaka

This restaurant is situated in Essex Market in the Lower East Side and serves dishes that have their roots in various regions or home recipes, rarely used in Indian restaurants in America. It serves meat dishes, but there are also vegetable dishes, paneer, rice, and seafood.

This restaurant is great for group dinners because there are a number of dishes made for sharing, such as biryani and large meat plates. Spices are one of the main characteristics of Dhamaka, and guests sensitive to heat need to discuss it in advance rather than ordering all dishes mild. Reservations are possible through SevenRooms, and brunches are offered during some weekends.

Menu highlights

Dhamaka menu highlights and current prices

Tangri Kebab$23

Spiced chicken leg kebab.

Ajwaini Prawn$28

Prawns seasoned with ajwain.

Paneer Tikka$22

Grilled spiced paneer.

Beef Pepper Fry$25

Beef with black pepper and spices.

Kashmiri Gosht Chaamp$24

Kashmiri-style lamb chop.

Shami Kebab$23

Minced meat kebab.

Gurda Kapoora$25

Kidney and offal preparation.

Butter Pepper Garlic Crab$45

Crab with butter, pepper and garlic.

Paplet Fry$27

Fried pomfret preparation.

Kale Pakora Chaat$18

Crisp kale pakora with chaat toppings.

Chana-Chhena Tikki$18

Chickpea and cheese patty.

Goat Neck Biryani$65

Biryani built around goat neck.

Short Rib Pulao$49

Rice dish with short rib.

Tawa Tamatar Pulao$32

Tomato pulao cooked on a griddle.

Dhungar Gosht$49

Smoked meat curry.

Makai Lamb$56

Lamb preparation with corn.

Murgh Hari Mirch Korma$39

Chicken korma with green chile.

Pondicherri Seafood Pot$49

Seafood pot with Pondicherry-inspired seasoning.

Paneer Methi$38

Paneer with fenugreek.

Tawa Bhindi$32

Okra cooked on a griddle.

Menu items and prices can change. Check the restaurant directly for the latest menu before visiting.

Popular picks

What to try at Dhamaka

  • Tangri Kebab
  • Ajwaini Prawn
  • Paneer Tikka
  • Beef Pepper Fry
  • Kashmiri Gosht Chaamp
  • Khad Khargosh
  • Chakna
  • Champaran Meat
  • Gurda Kapoora
Opening hours

When to visit Dhamaka

Closed now5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Monday5:00 pm–10:00 pm
TuesdayToday5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Wednesday5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Thursday5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Friday5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Saturday11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Sunday11:30 am–2:30 pm, 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Location

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Restaurant location119 Delancey St, New York, NY, 10002, US

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