Best Indian Restaurants in Tribeca & Soho (10013)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Tamarind
A scale-tested, Michelin-recognized Tribeca institution for refined Indian classics.
Notable Picks
#1
Tamarind
8.6
A grand, white-tablecloth Tribeca dining room built for refined, region-spanning Indian cooking with a polished tandoor-and-curry playbook. It’s at its best when you go classic and let the kitchen’s restraint show through smoky grilled seafood, deep gravies, and sharp breads.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster masala, Tandoori prawns, Malai naan
What makes it special: A scale-tested, Michelin-recognized Tribeca institution for refined Indian classics.
#2
Musaafer
8.3
A theatrical, high-design Tribeca room where the experience is part of the meal—plush interiors, celebratory pacing, and a menu built for shareable “wow” plates. Treat it like a special-occasion Indian night: pick a tight set of signature starters, then anchor with one main and bread/rice.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pani puri, Lamb chops, Butter chicken experience
What makes it special: An immersive, destination-style Indian dining experience with showpiece plates.
#3
Paisley
8.0
A downtown Indian dining room that leans modern and polished, with a menu built for shared plates and a long, social meal. It shines when you order vegetable-forward starters first, then add one grill or curry lane to round out the table.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crispy eggplant, Garlicky cauliflower, One tandoor grill selection
What makes it special: A stylish Tribeca Indian room that’s strongest on shareable starters.
Worthy Picks
#4
Farzi NYC
7.8
A modern Indian bistro in Tribeca that leans into playful, contemporary small plates and a night-out rhythm. It’s best as a cocktails-and-snacks stop: order a couple of signature apps, one richer share plate, and keep the meal moving.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dal chawal arancini, Avocado and raw mango chaat, One signature curry or grill plate
What makes it special: A Tribeca night-out Indian spot built around modern small plates and cocktails.
#5
Dilli Bistro
7.5
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A low-frills Tribeca Indian kitchen that reads like a neighborhood value play—straightforward curries, naan, and chaat without the ceremony. Use it for quick, satisfying comfort: pick one dal, one paneer or veg dish, and a snacky starter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Paneer bhurji, Pachranga dal tadka, Samosa chaat
What makes it special: A simple, value-driven Tribeca Indian stop for fast comfort dishes.