Welcome to Indian Tanpura
Indian Tanpura, located in New York City's Upper West Side, offers a cozy and intimate dining experience specializing in authentic Indian cuisine. The menu features a diverse selection of dishes, including chicken tikka masala, Rogan Josh, and vegetable samosas that have been praised for their delicious flavors and generous portions. Customers appreciate the attentive and friendly service, as well as the affordable prices. With a warm ambiance and a varied menu that includes options for vegetarians and seafood lovers, Indian Tanpura is a neighborhood gem worth visiting for a delightful dining experience.
- 564 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024, United States564 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024, United States Hotline: +1 212-721-8700
Welcome to Indian Tanpura, a hidden gem located in the heart of New York City's Upper West Side. This quaint and cozy restaurant offers a wide range of authentic Indian dishes that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. From vegetable samosas to chicken tikka masala and Rogan Josh, each dish is prepared with care and attention to detail.
Customer reviews rave about the delicious food and unbeatable prices at Indian Tanpura. The service is top-notch, with attentive staff who are dedicated to making your dining experience memorable. Whether you're a fan of spicy curries or milder flavors, there's something for everyone on the menu.
One standout feature of Indian Tanpura is their diverse menu, which includes options for beef, lamb, goat, vegetarian, and seafood lovers. The Chai tea is a must-try, and don't forget to start your meal with complimentary pappadums.
With a cozy atmosphere and a menu that caters to all tastes, Indian Tanpura is the perfect spot for a relaxed dinner with friends or family. Whether you're a fan of classic dishes like chicken tikka masala or adventurous enough to try seafood specialties like the Thali-E Samunder combination platter, you're sure to leave satisfied and eager to return for more.

Super cute and small place on the UWS! The food was delicious - we ordered the vegetable samosas, chicken tikka masala, and Rogan Josh. Would recommend all three! Everything was incredible and the prices are unbeatable. The service was fantastic. They were great with refilling water and bringing food out fast. My man Khan is the best. If you're on the UWS make sure to check out Indian Tanpura!

Food 10/10, served us with great care, respect and was very friendly. If you like Indian food for a good price come check this spot out! Service was 10/10. Keep doing y'all thing!

My parents love this restaurant so we want to eat here tonight. We had a great dinner, good sized portions, and intimate setting. We were happy to see so many people coming in tonight for dinner! Will be back!

A wonderful neighborhood institution! Very reasonable and well priced. The staff is always kind and welcoming.

Such a lovely restaurant in UWS! It's small and quaint, but great for a nice relaxed dinner. The food was very yummy -- I found the tandoori chicken to be a little dry, but the flavors were good. Our server was also incredibly attentive, working with every table with ease and elegance! Definitely looking forward to trying more dishes another time :)

A small, cozy 8-9 table place with delicious food and excellent service. I was in my way to a different place for Indian food, but I was really hungry, and the awning and A rating caught my eye. I ordered what I know, and when asked about spice level, told the gentleman that I like a little heat but not knowing their standard, I'd go "light" to learn their base. The chicken tikka masala was delightfully creamy with a sweet element (smelled like cinnamon) that brought a balance to the dish. I might add a little more spice next time. The rice was perfectly prepared. I started with slightly doughy and expertly crunchy vegetable samosa. The three dips/sauces (sweet, hot, and chopped onions with a light sauce) were incredibly fresh, and either separately or combined enhanced the flavor and texture of the samosa. The final taste was hot black tea brewed with sliced ginger. Perfect. The only negative is the acoustics. The music was pleasant yet loud, and I wondered if the volume was the reason the other party in the place spoke loudly to one another. Although intrusive, it's an annoyance that can be resolved. I'll be back for the delicious food.

My boyfriend and I just ordered from here for the first time and I cannot say enough about how delicious the food was and how nice it was to speak with the staff there. It's often challenging ordering food when you have an allergy. The staff was very helpful when I called multiple times to ask about different items on the menu and they even recognized my voice when I called to place our order. The food arrived very quickly, and was still piping hot! We ordered the lamb vindaloo (spicy and it was definitely spicy), roti, naan, chicken kurma, and meat samosa. Everything was so tasty! Definitely going to order from here again!

Great service and food is excellent! They have beef, lamb and goat, vegetarian, and seafood including crab dishes. Their menu is very diverse. Get the Chai to start off the meal with the free pappadum. I can't find anything I wouldn't order on this menu. Been a few times and really love the staff.

My friend and I dined here for dinner the same day I had a wisdom tooth extraction. Thankfully, most of the food was soft and easy to eat. The interior was lovely and the atmosphere was cozy, as well as peaceful. I had to get the Mango Lassi, which was wonderfully thick, creamy, sweet, and refreshing. For my meal, I ordered the Thali-E Samunder combination platter, which is took about 25 minutes to prepare. This consisted of Crab meat, shrimp saag, fish masala, raitha, naan, rice and dhal makhni. I requested this with Garlic Naan, which was delicious! This was thin and satisfyingly crispy. There was plenty of garlic, spices, along with butter on top, making for strong garlic taste (which is sometimes hard to find). All the different components of the platter was served in round silver bowls, on a circular silver plate, which was reminiscent of how some entrees are plated in India. My favorite dishes were the Fish Masala and Shrimp Saag. The Fish Masala was delightfully tender, flaky, and full of yummy seasoning with bold flavors of onion, tomatoes, chilies, and fresh herbs. The Shrimp was juicy and succulent. There was also a veggie dish with lentils, onion, and more, which had great depth of flavor. The rice was cooked perfectly, and was yummy with the different sauces. I couldn't really taste the Crab though. Service was solid. Our waiter was kind and attentive. Prices are decent, especially for the area. I would return to try the Tandoori Mixed Grill, Shrimp Biryani, Lamb Korma, and Kulfi (Indian ice cream).