Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodieCounter-serve eatery offering Indian wraps in a tight space with a downstairs seating area.
What to order: Chicken Tikka Kathi Roll · Aloo Paneer Kathi Roll · Chicken Tikka Masala · Pani PuriFrom Google Maps reviews.
Desi Galli is one of those rare spots in New York that instantly transports you. Best Indian food in NYC!!!!!! The service is quick, warm, and delightfully unpretentious exactly what you want from a casual spot that knows its food speaks for itself. The Kathi rolls are an absolute standout: tender, flavorful, perfectly spiced, and wrapped in soft paratha that melts in your mouth. The pani puri is crisp and bright, with tangy water that hits all the right notes. And the chicken tikka sliders are
when you’re not sure what you’re craving, just get food from here. it’ll heal you. the chicken korma kathi roll was juicy and flavorful. compact and a perfect bite every time. chicken bihari curry leaned a bit sweet but super hearty. service was great. cute space to dine in downstairs
Loved everything we ate! Lots of vegetarian options. Cute seating area downstairs. Yellow daal was flavorful. Salad was fresh. Chili paneer was tasty but didn’t need to be deep fried in my opinion. They even brought us a free dessert which was delicious :)
From the Oct 6, 2025 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Cold food was held above 41°F, warm enough for bacteria to grow.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.