Dhamaka

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119 Delancey St
New York, NY 10002

Dhamaka is an Unapologetic Foods restaurant located in Essex Market on the Lower East Side of New York City, showcasing the bold and often forgotten regional cuisines of India. The establishment dedicatedly explores the rich tapestry of provincial Indian cooking, featuring intensely spiced dishes that celebrate memory and heritage.

With a menu that highlights unique offerings such as Bohri Chicken Cutlet, Nalli Briyani, and Butter Pepper Garlic Crab, Dhamaka aims to bring lesser-known flavors and stories to the forefront of the dining experience. By focusing on unfiltered cooking techniques and authentic ingredients, this restaurant invites patrons to embark on a culinary journey through the diverse and vibrant culinary landscape of India.

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4.0799 reviews
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Kedar G.
11/25/2025

Dhamaka was one Indian restaurant we decided to try on our trip to NYC & it certainly did not disappoint. The staff is warm & welcoming, the suggestions made by them were bang on. We tried "Paneer...

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Abhishek M.
11/4/2025

Is it a restaurant, or is it an indoor market food stall? Given its location inside Essex Market, their prices aren't cheap but it's certainly worth a visit. Dhamaka offers small to medium to...

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Tom E.
10/24/2025

Delicious authentic Indian cuisine, with an emphasis on attentive service. The hearty dishes are large - enough for several people to share, with rich, complex, spicy flavors. (We probably could...

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Alan S.
10/22/2025

Before I get into the food, I must admit my continued frustration with the claim to represent "regional" Indian cooking across many of the new hyped desi eateries in the city. I suppose the...

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Alisa J.
9/30/2025

Was super excited to try this restaurant. Service was amazing and the vibe was fun, the decor was an interesting choice. Paneer tikka was yummy. Super soft and very fresh. The green chutney was...

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