BEST 10 BANGLADESHI RESTAURANTS IN NEW YORK

Here are 10 well-regarded Bangladeshi restaurants in New York offering a variety of fooding experiences:

1. Desi Spice Kitchen – Astoria, Queens

• This casual eatery offers a menu brimming with Bengali favorites like shorshe ilish (hilsa fish in mustard sauce), kosha mangsho (mutton curry), and aloo posto (poppy seed potatoes). They also have a wide selection of vegetarian options.

2. Kolkata Street Food – Elmhurst, Queens

• As the name suggests, this spot specializes in Bengali street food. They have a variety of kati rolls, phuchkas (fried dough balls filled with potato and chickpeas), and samosas.

3. Ruchi Restaurant – Jackson Heights, Queens

• This family-run restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere alongside authentic Bengali cuisine. Their menu includes classics like luchi (deep-fried flatbread) served with beguni (battered and fried eggplant) and chingri malai curry (shrimp in creamy sauce).

4. Nabanno Restaurant – Woodside, Queens

Nabanno Restaurant, Woodside, Queens

• This 24/7 restaurant is a go-to spot for Bengali comfort food. Their menu features dishes like shondesh (a Bengali sweet made with milk solids), biryani (mixed rice dish), and chanar dalna (lentil dish with paneer).

5. Hello! Bangladesh Restaurant – Astoria, Queens

Hello! Bangladesh Restaurant, Astoria, Queens

• This halal restaurant offers a taste of Bangladeshi cuisine, which shares many similarities with Bengali food. Their menu includes dishes like rezala (meat curry), tele bhaja (fried fish), and daal (lentil soup).

Below five restaurants offer Bangladeshi cuisine with strong Bengali influences:

6. Dhaka Spice – Jersey City, New Jersey

Dhaka Spice, Jersey City, New Jersey

7. Bengal Tiger – Midtown Manhattan

Bengal Tiger, Midtown Manhattan

• This upscale Indian restaurant features a menu with Bengali specialties alongside dishes from other regions of India. They offer vegetarian, chicken, and lamb options.

8. Adda Indian Kitchen & Bar – Soho, Manhattan

• This restaurant features a curated menu showcasing various regional Indian cuisines, including Bengali specialties. They offer a vibrant ambiance and innovative takes on classic dishes.

9. The Kati Roll Company – Multiple Locations (NYC)

Kati Roll Company, Multiple Locations

• This popular chain offers delicious kati rolls, a Bengali street food staple. They have various fillings to choose from, including chicken, lamb, vegetables, and eggs.

10. Taste of Bengal – Astoria, Queens

Taste of Bengal, Astoria, Queens

• This eatery serves Bengali comfort food in a casual setting. Their menu includes dishes like biryani, fish curries, and vegetarian options like chana masala (chickpea curry).