Diwan Indian Restaurant

07/14/08

Dosa's no longer!!

by 1fa at Citysearch

We've been going for lunch here for years - great midtown indian. A recent change to the regular lineup however has thrown it in for us. The usual dosa table and wings were the primary reason for the visit! these pre-meal delicacies are no more - they have confirmed they will no longer be serving these. So much for a price increase with a decrease in offerings...

09/10/06

Closed by the board of health

by searchcity at Citysearch

The location, ambiance, service and food are all fantastic. The samosa appetizer is delicious. Try the lamb vindaloo but make sure to ask for extra spicy or you will only get tasty lamb, not fire hot. Also you will need the cucumber raita to put the heat out. Next try the saffron chicken. Of course you have to get a vegetable dish. We always get the aloo matar even though its not on the menu. The nan is good if a bit greasy. The service is good. The room is quiet and comfortable. As of 9/15/08 CLOSED BY THE BOARD OF HEALTH!!!

• Pros: food service decor location
• Cons: CLOSED BY THE BOARD OF HEALTH

07/15/06

Great customer service

by desiqween at Citysearch

One of the nicest Indian restaurants in the city - great location, pleasant decor, not too noisy, and great food. Highly Recommended!

• Pros: Customer Service
• Cons: Parking

03/02/06

slow serivice OK food

by jaysc at Citysearch

first thing was it wasnt busy at all yet it still took 10 mins to seat us. the staff was talking among eachother. it took about a good 15 mins for our drinks. the starters were cold and i had to send them back. took another 10 mins. later main course was hot and the food was ok.... we dint even bother staying for sweets... overall C

• Pros: hot food
• Cons: service, cold food

05/20/05

Terrible Experience

by mjoski at Citysearch

Horrible food- undercooked and cold. Rude, slow waitstaff. Worst indian cuisine experience I've ever had.

04/23/05

Fantastic Indian cuisine

by diesel21 at Citysearch

I visited here with a few of my indian friends who knew the best places to dine on indian cuisine in the city. This is definetly one of them. Succulent chicken, and Jumbo shrimp filled our table. It was flavorful and excellent. Prime location in midtown NYC. Very quaint decor and atmosphere. Highly recommened.

• Pros: food, wine, service

03/19/05

good but expensive

by ts2212 at Citysearch

The food, service, and atmosphere are all pretty good, but a little pricy, coming to about 40$ a person if you order 1 drink and 1 appetizer each. But for the location and compared to some other reputable places in midtown such as Bay leaf (similr food but HORRIBLE service) I think Diwan is a good find.

12/05/03

Good Food

by nyc245 at Citysearch

One of the better Indian restaurants, although a little on the expensive side. I appreciated the decor in the main dining room and the lack of sitar/bollywood tunes! The first place I have been to that serves rumaali roti, and it was aboslutely delicious. We went on a Sunday evening for dinner, and the place was deserted. The waiter was quite attentive, a little too much sometimes. Have also been there for the lunch buffet, but I would recommend ordering from the menu.

12/02/03

Great Indian Chow Place

by newyorkerbychoice at Citysearch

The best thing about Diwan is its great service, tasty food, decently price -- without being a pretentious Indian restaurant.

• Pros: Service, Tasty Food, Decent Bar

04/22/03

Mouth-watering Delicacies Uncovered

by iloveNY at Citysearch

I had a wonderful dining experiance at Diwan. I am a big fan of Indian cuisine and Diwan is one of the all around best restaurants that i haev had the pleasure of dining at. I feel it was reasonably priced, the service was excellent, and most importantly the food was to die for! I highly recommend Diwan to anyone and everyone...its an enjoyable experiance into the Indian culture.

• Pros: Ecellect food, Quick service, sophisticated
• Cons: Crowded, short wait