Bombay Grill house
Greenpoint, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
A walk-in South Asian breakfast and lunch spot on Greenpoint's Manhattan Avenue, serving dosas, parathas, and egg curries in a narrow storefront. No reservations, minimal wait times, and generous portions at neighborhood-friendly prices make it a practical choice for weekend brunch without the queue. Best for casual mornings and vegetarian-friendly menus.
About Bombay Grill house
Bombay Grill house is a New York City venue with daily hours and a casual dress code. The schedule is 11 AM–10 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–11 PM Friday and Saturday, and 11 AM–10 PM Sunday. For details such as cuisine, menu items, reservations, seating, pricing, and service format, check directly with the venue before planning around those particulars.
The Room and the Format
For room layout, seating style, reservation policy, and service format at Bombay Grill house, contact the venue directly. If you are comparing New York City options, Radio Bakery and La Contenta Greenpoint may be useful reference points for other dining plans, while Bombay Grill house can be evaluated on its basics: New York City location, daily opening hours, and casual dress.
What the Kitchen Does Well
For cuisine, dishes, portion sizes, pricing, dietary accommodations, and payment details at Bombay Grill house, check directly before you go. Diners choosing between New York City venues such as Sama Street, Wenwen, or Ilis should confirm current menus and policies directly before making plans.
When to Go and What to Wear
Bombay Grill house is open 11 AM–10 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–11 PM Friday and Saturday, and 11 AM–10 PM Sunday. The dress code is casual, so relaxed everyday clothing is appropriate. For crowd patterns, table turns, lunch versus dinner pace, or ideal party size, contact the venue directly.
Planning details
- Location
- 1015 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- bombaygrillhousebk.com
- Phone
- +17183892211
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Bombay Grill House reads as a neighborhood destination that favors steady, dependable cooking over theatrical presentation. The room is deliberately compact and unflashy: smaller dining spaces and "less theatrical décor" put the focus on food and familiar faces rather than showmanship. Its practical Manhattan Avenue address and the mix of long-term residents and transplanted professionals underline a charming, relaxed, and casually classic mood. Guests come for routine meals and repeat visits, and the place feels like the kind of local grill where comfort and consistency matter more than formality.
Best For
This is a spot built for locals and anyone seeking approachable Indian food without fuss. The description emphasizes walk-in accessibility and neighborhood anchoring, so it works well for families, casual meetups, and regulars who drop in frequently. It’s particularly suited to dinner service when the grill and sauced classics like butter chicken or tandoori preparations shine, though the walk-in-friendly format also supports lunchtime visits. Expect an unpretentious setting where the food is the reason to return rather than an occasion-driven dining experience.
Ordering Tips
Stick with the staples that anchor the menu: butter chicken, tandoori chicken, and chicken tikka masala are highlighted as signature dishes and are reliable choices. Because the room is described as a neighborhood grill that encourages repeat visits and walk-ins, come prepared to order familiar, satisfying plates rather than a single tasting occasion; sharing a couple of mains and sides plays to the room’s casual, convivial spirit. Reservations aren't framed as essential, so allow time for a walk-in or a short wait during busier evenings.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and intimate with dim lighting, candles on tables, and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- butter chicken
- tandoori chicken
- chicken tikka masala
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1015 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Planning details
Location
1015 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222 · Directions
Restaurant context
Bombay Grill house competes in Greenpoint's crowded brunch tier but plays a different game than most. Radio Bakery draws lines for pastries and coffee but offers limited seating and no full breakfast plates; if you need a real meal, Bombay Grill house wins on format alone. La Contenta Greenpoint delivers stronger cocktails and a livelier scene, but weekend waits stretch past forty minutes and the noise level makes conversation difficult, choose Bombay Grill house if you'd rather eat quickly and quietly. For upscale options, Wenwen and Ilis both offer tasting menus and require advance booking, but you'll pay triple the per-head cost and commit to a two-hour seated experience; Bombay Grill house suits the diner who wants substance without ceremony.
Sama Street matches Bombay Grill house most closely on price and accessibility, but the menu skews Mediterranean rather than South Asian. If your party splits on cuisine preference, Sama Street offers broader crossover appeal; if everyone agrees on Indian flavors, Bombay Grill house delivers more confident execution in that lane. For value-focused brunch without sacrificing quality, Bombay Grill house ranks as the safest bet in North Brooklyn, you'll spend less, wait less, and leave satisfied without needing a second stop for coffee or pastry.
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Compare Bombay Grill house
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bombay Grill house | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Wenwen | New York City | Taiwanese | $$$ | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2026 Chinese Restaurant Awards — Elite 12 United States Top 20 Honourees2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Ilis | New York City | Nordic, Nordic-inspired fine dining | , | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #402026 James Beard Award Semifinalists2026 Michelin Plate2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #612025 Michelin Plate2025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 The Best Chef One Knife2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1312023 Esquire Best New Restaurants · #1 |
| Sama Street | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| La Contenta Greenpoint | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Radio Bakery | New York City | Bakery | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bombay Grill house good for a special occasion?
For a special occasion, start with the basics: Bombay Grill house is in New York City, keeps daily hours, and has a casual dress code. If the occasion has specific requirements, compare current details directly with Bombay Grill house and other New York City options such as Ilis.
What should I wear to Bombay Grill house?
The dress code is casual. Everyday relaxed clothing is appropriate.
Does Bombay Grill house handle dietary restrictions?
Contact Bombay Grill house directly before visiting if allergies, vegetarian needs, vegan needs, gluten concerns, or other restrictions matter for your meal.
What should I order at Bombay Grill house?
Is lunch or dinner better at Bombay Grill house?
Choose based on your schedule. The hours are 11 AM–10 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–11 PM Friday and Saturday, and 11 AM–10 PM Sunday.
