Enjoy the Flavors of India During Diwali

Diwali Dining


By Morrsis Gut 

Manhattan Voice 

October 27, 2024


NEW YORK - Diwali, the Hindu ‘Festival of Lights’, is a major holiday throughout India and the rest of the globe. It is a fine time to enjoy the vibrant flavors of India cuisine. It lasts 5 days, this year peaking on October 31st & November 1st, marked by rituals, parades, and plenty of good food. Here are some local spots to take in those exotic flavors. Dine in or take out.





TANDOORI TASTE OF INDIA, PORT CHESTER


Bharat Patel, pioneer proprietor of long running Tandoori Taste of India, will be marking Diwali with a grand buffet and specialties at lunch & dinner on Sunday, Nov. 3rd. Patel recently moved his restaurant into a new contemporized location along Westchester Ave., Port Chester. They are now offering a generous all-you-can-eat Indian Buffet on Saturdays and Sundays. The same management team owns and operates Indi Q in Armonk. The dining room and bar area are separated. Light grey walls are highlighted by modern industrial fixtures, lighting, and colorful Indian artifacts. 


At a recent sitting, we enjoyed a dramatically presented Stuffed Dosa with masala spiced potatoes, served with coconut chutney and sambar. An order of Chicken Curry was an herbal delight. The marinated Salmon cooked in the tandoor oven was juicy and delicious. Tandoori Taste of India, 223 Westchester Ave., Port Chester. Just up the street from the Capitol Theatre concert hall.  Closed Tuesdays. 914-937-2727. www.tandooritasteofindia.com  





ADDITIONAL INDIAN VENUES TO CONSIDER


Mumbai Katta, 227 Westchester Ave., Port Chester. 516-953-3265 Anita and Jayant Gawde have opened a vibrant ode to flavorful regional Indian street food. They will mark the traditional 5 day festival Diwali from Thursday, Oct. 31st. to Nov. 4th. www.mumbaikatta.com 


Marigold Cuisine, 434 White Plains Road, Eastchester. 914-202-9455 Michelin recognized chef Hermant Mathur, who was personal chef to the Prime Minister of India, offers a creative modern take on India cuisine. www.ordermarigoldrestaurant.com 






Tandoori Place, 2146 Starling Ave., Bronx. 347-903-6440 Halal and vegan options. www.tandooriplacebronx.com 


Cumin Indian Restaurant, 3549 Johnson Ave., Bronx. 718-432-2484 www.cuminindianrestaurantbronx.com 

Riverdale Indian Grill, 5225 Broadway, Bronx. 718-825-3030 Indian regional classics. www.riverdaleindiangrillbronx.com 


Khalil Biryani House, 1457 Unionport Road, Bronx. 646-763-5073 www.khalilsfood.com 


Coromandel Cuisine of India, 464 North Ave., New Rochelle. 914-235-8390 The best Indian take-out in the Queen City. You may remember them from their former Division St. location. www.coromandeltogo.com 


Coriander-Modern Indian, 154 Larchmont Ave., Larchmont. 914-235-1306 Proprietor Shawn Nagpal and his team offer a modern touch to their regional Indian cuisine. www.corianderny.com 


Chutney Masala, 76 Main St., Irvington. 914-591-5500 Chef Navjot Arora runs a creative kitchen as recognized by the Michelin Restaurant Guide. www.chutneymasala.com 


Spice Village, 8 Columbus Ave., Tuckahoe. 914-562-9466 Serving the public in southern Westchester for years. Try the lamb chops. www.spicevillageny.com 


Mughal Palace, 16 Broadway, Valhalla. 914-997-6090 Alam and staff are consistently accommodating. www.mughalpalace.com 


RaaSa Fine Indian Cuisine, 145 E. Main St., Elmsford. 914-347-7890 A solid kitchen and front of the house team recognized by the Michelin Restaurant Guide. www.raasany.com


Ambadi Kebab & Grill, 141 E. Post Road, White Plains. 914-686-2014 Indian and halal cuisine by the owner of Mughal Palace. www.ambadiusa.com 


Indi Q Indian Bistro & BBQ, 61 Old Route 22, Armonk. 914-273-5931 Lovely setting operated by the owners of Tandoori. www.indiqarmonk.com


Royal Palace, 77 Knollwood Road, Hartsdale/White Plains.  914-289-1988 Owner Jagdish Mitter has been operating this sprawling Indian eatery for over 20 years. www.royalpalacecuisines.com 



Neha Palace, 27 Meyer Ave., Yonkers at Cross County Shopping Center. 914-476-5900 Elegant spot serving Halal cuisine. www.nehapalaceyonkers.com 


NH44 Indian, 219 E. Hartsdale Ave., Hartsdale. 914-574-5262 Jeevan Pullan and Rashan Balan named their restaurant after the longest highway in India. Indian specialties with aplomb. www.nh44indian.com


Jaipore Royal Indian Cuisine, 280 Route 22, Brewster. 845-277-3549 A lot of local history coming out of this historic mansion. www.jaiporenyc.com 


FALL HUDSON VALLEY RESTAURANT WEEKS, 

OCT. 28-NOV. 10!


This popular dining out promotion, originally created and sponsored by The Valley Table Magazine, will include approximately 140 restaurants, past participants and some new from all over the Hudson Valley. Patrons are always anxious to cash in on the seasonal bounty at reasonable prices. There are added price options this year. Restaurants are expected to offer prix fixe luncheons for $24.95 or $39.95, and 3-course dinners for $29.95 or $44.95. Beverage, tax & tip are not included. Dine-in or take-out (in some cases). For additional information and an up-to-date list of participating restaurants go to: https://valleytable.com/restaurant-week/


(Morris Gut is a restaurant marketing consultant and former restaurant trade magazine editor. He has been tracking and writing about the food and dining scene in the Bronx and Westchester for 30 years. He may be reached at: 914-235-6591. Email: gutreactions@optonline.net)

Location: 223 Westchester Ave, Port Chester, NY 10573, USA

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