Unique Indian fusion w/ standout desserts, Michelin Bib Gourmand recog. Great for groups, creative cocktails.
Will Hartman reviews Ishq, an East Village Indian spot featuring a stunning quartz bar and standout dishes like Bangla Kodi and Kasundi Jheenga, perfect for a group gathering.
This East Village Indian restaurant is a welcome addition to the NYC dining scene, earning a spot on the Michelin Bib Gourmand guide. It boasts a stylish interior with a striking quartz bar, and offers a creative take on Indian cuisine with a focus on flavorful, well-spiced dishes perfect for sharing. From unique fusion desserts to tender, spicy chicken tikka and rich lamb dishes, Ishq provides an exciting culinary experience.
Ishq offers a creative and flavorful approach to Indian cuisine, with many dishes praised for their uniqueness and taste. Standouts include the garlic naan, tender chicken tikka, and rich lamb preparations. Fusion desserts like the Gulab Jamun Chocolate Tart are particularly noted. While most feedback is positive, a few diners have found some dishes to be underwhelming or the truffle flavor in the dal to be less pronounced than expected. Service speed has also been mentioned as a potential issue.
"The lamb chops are frequently praised as being exceptional. The garlic naan and chicken tikka are also highlighted as standout dishes."
Customers generally have a very positive view of Ishq, praising its unique flavors and dishes. While some minor criticisms exist regarding service speed and specific dish flavor profiles, the overall consensus is highly favorable.
Important Note
One review mentioned extremely slow service, leading to dishes arriving cold. Another user had a negative experience with weird service and subpar food, though this was contested by a regular patron.
"Ishq in EV was recommended."
Positive"The commenter highly recommends Ishq, praising the owners' down-to-earth attitude and the amazing food, particularly a lamb dish they still dream about."
Positive"The commenter gives a +1 recommendation for Ishq."
Positive"The commenter endorses Ishq as a good alternative."
Positive"Ishq was recommended as a restaurant to consider in Manhattan."
Neutral"This restaurant is listed as one of several recommendations for halal dining in NYC, with the commenter noting that higher-end restaurants often serve alcohol."
Neutral"The author advises against going to Ishq, suggesting other options like Dhamaka or Adda."
Negative"Responding to a negative review, the user states they are a regular at Ishq and find it great, and asks what the other user ordered."
Positive"The user did not have a good experience at Ishq, citing weird service and subpar food, and questions if it's worth retrying."
Negative"The user recommends Ishq in the East Village as a very good Indian restaurant."
Positive"Ishq is listed among several Manhattan restaurants that the commenter has enjoyed."
Positive"The lamb chops from Ishq are described as unmatched, and the commenter notes that it's not overly hyped, making it easier to get a table."
Positive"This commenter mentions ISHQ is a restaurant by the same chef who owns KEBABISHQ nearby and recommends checking out both spots."
Neutral"The user tried Ishq recently and loved it."
Positive"This user simply recommends Ishq."
Positive"Ishq is mentioned as a halal Indian restaurant that could be a good option for a fancy meal."
Positive"Ishq is mentioned as a recommended restaurant for paneer."
Positive"Ishq is mentioned as one of the many upscale Indian spots that offer vegetarian options."
Positive"This user found the food at Ishq to be pretty good, but the service was extremely slow, even on a not-at-all-full night, leading to dishes arriving cold."
Negative"This user recommends Ishq as a good alternative South Indian restaurant to Semma."
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