Coastal South Indian & Sri Lankan specialties. Experience authentic flavors like crispy dosas, fluffy hoppers & Kothu Roti.
Sonal Shah reviews Lungi, an Upper East Side spot for coastal South Indian and Sri Lankan food, praising its crisp dosas and fluffy hoppers as a welcome addition to the neighborhood.
This Upper East Side gem offers a vibrant culinary journey through coastal South Indian and Sri Lankan flavors. Chef Albin Vincent draws on his heritage to present authentic dishes in a contemporary setting, with highlights like crispy dosas, fluffy hoppers, and the unique Kothu Roti. It's a noteworthy addition to the neighborhood's dining scene, providing a taste of regional specialties.
Specializing in South Indian and Sri Lankan cuisine, this restaurant offers a range of authentic dishes. Highlights include crispy dosas, fluffy hoppers, and Kothu Roti. The Banana Leaf Special Meal, available on Sundays, is a good value sampler. While most dishes receive positive remarks, one review noted the Kothu Roti was a bit mushy. It is also noted as a place that can cater to both vegan and non-vegan diners.
"The Kothu Paratha is specifically recommended. Diners also praise the crispy dosas and fluffy hoppers, which are great for scooping up curries and sambol. The Banana Leaf Special Meal on Sundays is a good value sampler."
Customers generally have a positive view of the restaurant, praising its authentic South Indian and Sri Lankan dishes, particularly recommending the banana leaf meals and thalis. Some feedback suggests it's a good option for vegans and non-vegans alike.
Important Note
The banana leaf service is only available for Sunday brunch, and some reviewers noted that certain curries can be heavy-handed or repetitive. The Kothu Roti was found to be a bit mushy in one review.
"The user recommends Lungi on the UES as an easy place to get reservations last minute."
Positive"This user mentioned Lungi as a fancier Sri Lankan restaurant option in Manhattan, suggesting it as an alternative for Kerala-style food. Sigri was also mentioned as a similar option."
Neutral"Lungi on the Upper East Side was recommended as a local and lesser-known Indian restaurant, suggested as a better alternative to trendy or expensive Indian dining options."
Positive"The user had a good Thali at Lungi, which offers seafood, meat, or vegetable options. The comment was in response to a query about Indian lunch buffets or Thali combos."
Positive"Lungi is recommended as a restaurant option that can cater to both vegan and non-vegan diners, fitting the user's general cuisine preferences."
Positive"Lungi is mentioned as a place in Manhattan that, if their spicy offerings aren't enough, the user might be out of luck for spicier options in the borough."
Neutral"This commenter clarifies that the banana leaf service at Lungi is only available for Sunday brunch."
Neutral"This commenter suggests Lungi for a proper thali served on banana leaves at a reasonable price."
Positive"The user mentioned Lungi as a preferred spot for South Indian cuisine, but noted it's not ideal for mid-week takeout."
Positive"Recommends Lungi, clarifying that it serves Sri Lankan cuisine, not Indian. This was suggested as it could fit the original poster's request for a banana leaf style meal."
Positive"Strongly recommends Lungi for the banana leaf dining experience sought by the original poster (who was looking for Indian options), assuring they won't regret it. Lungi is known to serve Sri Lankan cuisine."
Positive"Commenter finds Lungi delicious and clarifies its location is E 62nd St/UES, not technically upper Manhattan."
Positive"Commenter recently visited Lungi for the first time and enjoyed it."
Positive"Recommends Lunghi in (incorrectly identified as) Upper Manhattan for Sri Lankan and South Indian food, relevant to the original post's request."
Positive"For Kothu Paratha, try Lungi, a South Indian/Sri Lankan restaurant in uptown."
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