Welcome to Spice Mantra
Discover the culinary magic at Spice Mantra, an authentic Indian restaurant located in New York City. With a wide range of vegan options, this Asian-owned gem not only offers delicious dishes but also provides a cozy and romantic dining experience. From their impeccable waiter service to their extensive menu featuring traditional Indian flavors, Spice Mantra is a must-visit destination for any food enthusiast. Whether you're looking for a quick takeout meal, a casual dinner, or a private dining experience, Spice Mantra has got you covered. Don't miss out on their happy hour specials and full bar offerings for a truly memorable dining experience.
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1047 2nd Ave New York, NY 10022 Hotline: (212) 572-9900
If you're a fan of authentic Indian cuisine with a touch of modern flair, then Spice Mantra is the place for you. Located at 1047 2nd Ave in New York City, Spice Mantra offers a wide range of Indian dishes that will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Mumbai.
From traditional favorites like butter chicken and biryani to innovative dishes like paneer tikka tacos, Spice Mantra has something for everyone. The restaurant also caters to various dietary preferences, with vegan options available for those looking for a plant-based meal.
Not only does Spice Mantra offer delicious food, but they also provide top-notch service and a cozy atmosphere perfect for a romantic date night or a casual meal with friends. With amenities like outdoor seating, a full bar, and free Wi-Fi, Spice Mantra truly has all the makings of a memorable dining experience.
Whether you're a longtime fan of Indian cuisine or looking to try something new, Spice Mantra is a must-visit destination in the heart of New York City. Don't miss out on the opportunity to indulge in the flavors of India at Spice Mantra.
Delicious food people love to come back for more with good service Even delivery to enjoy at home to
The food was super flavorful. I ordered a few curries, the most notable being the paneer tikka masala. It was delicious. I would say they use a lot of heavy cream in their food so depends of how you like your Indian food.
Spice Mantra serves up solid Indian cuisine in the neighborhood. The lamb vindaloo is notable, and the lunch combos are also quite a good bang for the buck.
When it comes to eclectic cousins it's hard to pick one place. So when someone asks me what is your favorite restaurant in NYC? My answer is that I don't have one I have a favorite dish that I go to specific restaurant for. Hands down BEST VINDALOO in the island of Manhattan and when I say BEST I meant it. I tried every vindaloo there is in manhattan, if not at the restaurant then as take out. Spicy Mantra does it too well, I like mine with dark chicken meat, yes they don't have it on the menu, just ask and they will whip up some for you. It's creamy, it's vinegary, it's right amount of heat and spicy just delicious. You have the tingle of the heat yet you feel the richness of all the spices coming together. Every time I come here I feel like I'm coming back home, the stuff is so welcoming and attentive, well they remember me and know my order. I love it here, nice, casual, attentive and clean. And the chef knows what he is doing! If you looking for some good Indian Food, come give them a try and you will leave full and happy and definitely will be back
Went to this teeny Indian restaurant on Second Avenue on the advice of a friend. The space was unremarkable. The staff were pleasant and attentive. Tried Rupee ale for the first time- pretty good. Started out with complementary pappadum. Somosas were excellent and piping hot. The tandoori chicken was very good. The lamb roganjosh was toned down to medium to appease my wimpy friend. The naan, raita and rice were on point. I was disappointed that they didn't offer a tandoori mixed grill. Our waiter said that they would prepare one on request. They took it off of the menu because it wasn't ordered very often. We were comped rice pudding for dessert. Very nice restaurant- worth consider if you don't want to travel to little India or Curry Hill.
First time trying Indian food in New York and it did not disappoint. Everything was flavorful and not too spicy. Perfect if you want to try a different dishes or if you want to taste Indian food. They were also very accommodating to our large party
Been here numerous times since my last review and still never been disappointed. The flavors are amazing and I love the indo Chinese food! The waiters are courteous and friendly, they are good at assisting with filling water/clearing dishes but also not too much in your face. Last night they gave us some rice pudding on the house for fun which was a nice touch!
I have had a couple of very good meals here. It isn't a huge restaurant, but the service is good, and they are attentive. Both vegetarians and meat eaters have plenty of options to enjoy. I would suggest it for both dine in and takeout. Yummy Indian food! Note that their "spicy" isn't super spicy, so you can take that into account when ordering.
One of the best restaurants serving Indo Chinese dishes that I've been to outside of India! We started with the gobi malligai appetizer. Didn't like the coconut chutney pairing. Instead we dipped the cauliflower into the mint and date chutneys that came with the pappad. For out entree we ordered the vegetable Hakka noodles with the chicken Manchurian (medium spicy). It was a little spicier than I would've liked the flavors were on point and the gravy with the chicken was really good. We wrapped up the meal with pistachio kulfi. Wish we had time to go back and try some of the other dishes on their menu during our trip, but if you like Indo Chinese or want to give it a try, this is the place to go. Service was really good and the staff was very friendly.
The food here is 10/10 delicious. The Indo-Asian entrees are to die for. The Chai is also a perfection in taste and aroma. Excellent and fast customer service. Would definitely come back here again.