Dhaba
Murray Hill-Kips Bay, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Dhaba delivers dependable North Indian comfort food in Murray Hill with no-reservation ease and late-night hours—open until midnight most nights, 1 AM on weekends. The menu spans tandoori staples, curries, and biryanis with seasonal spice adjustments; portions run generous and prices stay accessible. Walk in for a straightforward meal when cravings hit, but expect bright lighting and laminate tables rather than date-night ambiance.
About Dhaba
Dhaba is a New York City venue with long daily hours and a casual dress code. It is open 11 AM–12 AM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–1 AM Friday and Saturday, and 11 AM–12 AM Sunday. For menu specifics, service details, prices, seating arrangements, and reservation policies, check with the venue directly before you go.
What the Menu Delivers Year-Round
Dhaba is a practical stop for a casual meal in New York City. The most useful details for planning are its location, daily hours, and casual dress code. If you need current menu information, dietary guidance, or details about ordering formats, confirm those directly with Dhaba before you go.
How It Fits the Neighbourhood
Within New York City, Dhaba may be considered alongside other dining options, including Atomix, Anjappar Chettinad, Bhatti Indian Grill, Curry In a Hurry, and Sahib. The most useful distinction for Dhaba is its schedule: it is open daily from 11 AM, with midnight closing Sunday through Thursday and 1 AM closing on Friday and Saturday.
Reservations: Reservation and walk-in policies are available directly from the venue. Dress: Casual. Budget: Pricing is available directly from the venue. Groups: Seating capacity and group policies are available directly from the venue. Solo diners: Solo-dining setup is available directly from the venue. Dietary needs: Allergy, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary accommodations should be confirmed directly with the venue. For a broader view of dining in the city, browse our New York City restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 108 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10016
- Reservations
- Book on Resy
- Website
- dhabanyc.com
- Phone
- +12126791284
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Dhaba leans into the roadside-canteen tradition — unpretentious, direct and built around tandoor-driven cooking. The Manhattan iteration speaks less to white-tablecloth refinement than to the high-heat, high-flavor techniques of northern India: smoky tandoori work, bold curries and generous portions. Situated on Lexington Avenue in Curry Hill, the restaurant reads as a workingman's format translated for the city — practical, hearty and intentionally undressed. Its energy comes from the food's immediacy rather than decorative flourish, offering a straightforward dining experience that celebrates technique and heartiness over polish.
Best For
Dhaba is best for groups and casual get-togethers that prioritize big, sharable plates and robust flavors. Rooted in the dhaba tradition of generous portions and canteen-style cooking, it slots neatly into Curry Hill’s dense cluster of Indian eateries as a straightforward, affordable option for communal meals. The format resists tasting-menu formality and fast-casual minimalism alike, making it well suited to diners who want bold, tandoor-forward cooking in an unpretentious setting. It also fits later-evening plans when a hunger for hearty, direct food takes precedence.
Ordering Tips
Focus orders on the tandoor and the classics the kitchen foregrounds: the signature tandoori chicken and rich chicken biryani represent the high-heat, smoky side of the menu, while the dhaba goat curry channels the tradition’s gutsier, spice-forward stews. Because the format references generous, canteen-style portions, plan to share mains family-style so everyone can sample tandoor meats, rice dishes and a curry or two. Expect direct, bold seasoning and cooking that privileges immediacy and heat over subtle refinement.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant and trendy atmosphere with warm hospitality in a tidy, bustling space evoking Punjabi truck stop energy.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- tandoori chicken
- chicken biryani
- dhaba goat curry
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 108 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10016
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Sahib, Notable alternative
- Bhatti Indian Grill, Notable alternative
- Anjappar Chettinad, Notable alternative
- Curry In a Hurry, Notable alternative
- Atomix, Modern Korean, Korean, $$$$
Restaurant context
Among Murray Hill's cluster of Indian restaurants, Dhaba occupies the middle ground: more reliable than Curry In a Hurry's grab-and-go speed but less polished than Sahib or Bhatti Indian Grill, both of which offer tableside service and slightly elevated presentations. If your priority is value and no-wait seating, Curry In a Hurry undercuts Dhaba on price and speed; if you want a step up in ambiance without leaving the neighbourhood, Sahib and Bhatti deliver that refinement for a modest uptick in cost. Anjappar Chettinad brings South Indian specialties and dosa preparations into the mix, a useful pivot if you're looking beyond North Indian staples.
Dhaba's late-night hours (until 1 AM Friday and Saturday) give it an edge over most neighbourhood competitors, which close by 11 PM. That extended window makes it the default choice when other kitchens have shut down. For diners weighing booking difficulty, all five venues operate on walk-in models with minimal waits outside weekend peak hours, so your decision hinges on whether you value speed, price, ambiance, or the specific regional cuisine you're craving. Dhaba wins on convenience and hours; Sahib and Bhatti win on polish; Curry In a Hurry wins on speed and budget; Anjappar wins if you want dosa instead of naan.
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Compare Dhaba
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dhaba | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Sahib | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Bhatti Indian Grill | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Anjappar Chettinad | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Curry In a Hurry | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Atomix | New York City | Modern Korean, Korean | $$$$ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #62026 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City · #72026 North America's 50 Best Restaurants · #7Star Wine Lists 20262026 Les Grandes Tables du Monde Members2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 World's 50 North America's Best Restaurants · #12025 James Beard Awards · #12025 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City · #2 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dhaba handle dietary restrictions?
If you have allergy, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or other dietary needs, contact Dhaba directly before visiting.
Can Dhaba accommodate groups?
Dhaba is open 11 AM–12 AM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–1 AM Friday and Saturday, and 11 AM–12 AM Sunday. For group planning, confirm seating and any booking requirements directly with the venue.
What should a first-timer know about Dhaba?
Dhaba is in New York City, has a casual dress code, and keeps long daily hours.
Can I eat at the bar at Dhaba?
Contact Dhaba directly if bar seating or a specific seating format matters to your visit.
