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Bungalow

East Village, Manhattan, NY 📍 Maps

Bungalow, from Michelin-starred Chef Vikas Khanna and restaurateur Jimmy Rizvi, opened on what would have been Khanna's late sister's 50th birthday, a deeply personal tribute that infuses every aspect of the restaurant. It's designed to feel like a guest house, a soulful homecoming that celebrates the diverse culinary traditions of India's 28 states, rather than a typical upscale dining experience. Regulars know to arrive early, even before opening, to soak in the pre-service ritual where Chef Khanna himself arranges fresh flowers and performs a small ceremony honoring generations past.

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★ The Legend
Ammi's Lamb Chops
This dish is a direct collaboration between Chef Khanna and his mother, whose recipe it is, making it incredibly personal and a true representation of home-style Indian cooking. The chops are famously tender and flavorful, seasoned with mango powder, green papaya, poppy seed, ginger, and garlic, a combination that has garnered consistent praise.
◆ Fan Favorite
Yogurt Kabab
These kebabs are a delightful surprise, featuring seasoned hung yogurt encased in crispy kataifi pastry, a unique twist that regulars adore. They're served with a vibrant pickled purple cabbage puree and a spicy mango coulis, offering a complex balance of textures and flavors that keeps people coming back.
● Chef's Pick
Yogurt Kebabs
Chef Vikas Khanna has highlighted these creamy, yogurt-based kebabs with a crispy kataifi pastry exterior as a must-try for their unique texture and flavor profile.
◇ Hidden Gem
Five-Cheese Kulcha
This oven-fresh flatbread stuffed with gooey melted cheese is a standout for its comforting flavors and is often recommended as a perfect appetizer, especially for those seeking a crowd-pleasing option.
Insider Tip

Don't just show up hoping for a table; reservations are notoriously difficult to snag. Instead, try for a walk-in spot at the bar right when they open at 5 PM. While the bar used to have a limited menu, they now serve the full dining room menu, allowing you to experience all the best dishes without the reservation hassle.

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