Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodieFamiliar and exotic Indian staples, including lamb chops and duck vindaloo, served in speakeasy-style surroundings.
From Google Maps reviews.
This is the best Indian food in Midtown Manhattan. Unfortunately, for those who walk by, it is currently overshadowed by sidewalk scaffolding, and most people won’t notice it. Don’t “judge this book by its cover.” Once you enter, you are transported into a cozy, luxurious small restaurant, with classy decorations and lighting. The menu is everything you’d expect from a Michelin-class kitchen, with innovative twists on classic Indian dishes, amazing spices and flavors. The service is top-notch.
Came for restaurant week and ordered their 3 course option. For starters I had the anarkali chicken. It was pretty good and had a good marinade. My main was a salmon curry which I thought was fine, I didn’t feel it stood out. For dessert I had the mango panna cotta which was also very good and very similar to a mango lassi flavor. The inside is a small space but decorated well and very intimate. Overall I didn’t feel anything stood out to me but it was a decent meal
Dining at Veerays is a bit of a mixed journey. While the 1920s speakeasy ambiance and the Michelin guided selection set a high bar, the value was quite small The Breads: The clear highlight. Both the Coconut and Garlic Naans were exceptional, perfectly charred and came out superb fresh Butter Chicken (4/5): A crowd-pleaser, rich and well-balanced, especially when paired with the naan Shrimp Amboltik (3.75/5): A decent rendition of the Goan classic, offering a nice tang that complemented the b
From the Apr 16, 2025 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.