@veerays.nyc is one of the most unique Indian restaurants I’ve been to.
Hidden behind an unmarked door in Midtown East, it’s the kind of place you could walk right past without realizing what’s inside. But once you step through, it feels like you’ve traveled to another era.
Inspired by Prohibition-era speakeasies, Veerays blends 1920s glamour with bold Indian flavors, creative cocktails, and Bollywood beats. Even its name—derived from the Punjabi word for “good friends”—sets the tone for a lively and unforgettable dining experience.
This spot is definitely worth checking out if you’re into Indian food or want to try something unique!
Swipe left to see all the dishes from my recent visit!
1. Highlight reel
2. Daisy’s Southern bites - pan fried kuzhi appam - vegetable stuffed lentil dumplings, tomato chutney
3. Gatsby kebab - tandoor grilled, tamarind & basil chicken kebabs
4. Mango Lassi
5. Rogan Josh - braised lamb shank w/ Kashmiri chilies
6. Millionaire moilee - tandoor grilled chilean sea bass, coconut milk, curry leaves sauce, blue coconut rice
7. Madame Makhani - chicken in a classic tomato-fenugreek sauce
8. Olive garlic naan, Amul cheese naan
9. Dum goat biryani - avadhi-style biryani w/ glazed pineapple, cucumber raita
10. Dal makhani - slow cooked black lentils
11. Handcuff - cardamom kulfi
12. Masquerade ball - gulab jamun
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