Best Indian Restaurants in Garment District (10018)
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Royal Grill Halal Food
A beloved Midtown cart serving boldly spiced halal-Indian platters with huge value.
Notable Picks
8.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Late Night Legends
Royal Grill Halal Food is a long-running Midtown cart drawing office workers, tourists, and night wanderers for deeply spiced chicken tikka, combo rice platters, and biryani at very friendly prices. Lines move fast, portions are generous, and regulars call it one of the most consistent halal-Indian spots near Bryant Park.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy chicken tikka over rice, Lamb biryani with green and white sauces, Chicken masala combo over rice
What makes it special: A beloved Midtown cart serving boldly spiced halal-Indian platters with huge value.
8.4
The Bryant Park location of The Kati Roll Company turns Kolkata-style paratha wraps into one of Midtown’s quickest Indian meals. Compact, counter-style and often busy, it’s popular with late-working office crowds and theatergoers who want boldly spiced rolls rather than a full sit-down spread.
Must-Try Dishes:
Achari paneer roll, Chicken tikka roll, Shami kabab roll
What makes it special: A long-standing Midtown spot specializing in Kolkata-style kati rolls made to order.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Madras Dosa Co brings a focused South Indian dosa and chaat menu to the Times Square edge of 10018, with counter service and long hours suited to tourists and late-night workers. Crisp dosas, vegetarian-friendly plates, and familiar drinks like filter coffee and mango lassi make it an appealing alternative to generic Midtown fast food.
Must-Try Dishes:
Masala dosa with sambar and chutneys, Mysore-style spicy dosa, Chaat sampler with mango lassi
What makes it special: A South Indian fast-casual spot in Times Square focusing on dosas, chaats, and late-night hours.
#4
INDAY
7.8
The 38th Street INDAY outpost focuses on build-your-own Indian-inspired bowls with lots of vegetables, warm grains, and slow-simmered curries. It’s a go-to for office workers who want something lighter than a steam-table buffet but still crave spice, chutneys, and hot naan.
Must-Try Dishes:
Build-your-own bowl with herb quinoa and tikka-style chicken, Seasonal vegetarian curry bowl, House chai with mango lassi
What makes it special: A modern, health-leaning take on Indian flavors built around customizable grain and salad bowls.