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Veerays
$$$$ · Indian

213 E 45th St, New York, NY 10017
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Best Indian in Midtown East

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Veerays 8.8
Turtle Bay
Vibes: Luxury Dining Elite Date Night Magic Trendy Table Hotspots Girls Night Out Approved
A Michelin-recognized Indian speakeasy in Midtown East, Veerays leans into prohibition-era décor, serious cocktails, and high-impact curries and grills from chef Hemant Mathur. It’s best when you treat it like a full night out—cocktails, snacks, then a rich, spice-layered main and bread to mop everything up.
Must-Try Dishes: Chef Hemant’s Famous Lamb Chops, Pekin Duck Vindaloo, Camel Seekh Kebab
Scores:
Value: 7.2 Service: 8.9 Consistency: 8.6 Food Quality: 9.3 Atmosphere: 9.4 Cultural Relevance: 8.9
What makes it special: Speakeasy-style Indian from a Michelin-pedigreed chef with inventive plates.
Who should go: Date-night diners and small groups chasing inventive Indian
When to visit: Prime-time dinner, especially weeknights for smoother pacing
What to order: Lamb chops, Pekin Duck Vindaloo, dal or naan to share
Insider tip: Book bar-side or back tables if you want the full speakeasy feel without too much foot traffic.