Amma
New York, NY 10022-6513
Phone: (347) 901-4964
- Cross Street:
- Between 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue
- Directions:
- 6; E; V at Lexington Ave-51st/53rd St
- Hours:
- Daily 12pm-2:45pm, 5pm-10:30pm
Message from Amma
"Two Stars" by New York Times
- Romantic
- Bargain lunch Specials
- Outdoor Catering
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Editorial Review for Amma – by Paul Adams
The Scene
A discerning crowd of mostly families comes here expecting--and receiving--food that's a cut above. The small, peaceful dining room is peach-colored with handsome fabric art and a general air of spotlessness. The hovering service staff describe everything in detail. Dishes are served individually, rather than family-style.
The Food
The clean-flavored, delicate version of Indian cuisine served here is impressively tasty; several discrete notches above the average decent neighborhood establishment. Spinach chaat--peppery, batter-fried leaves topped with zingy mung sprouts--makes a terrific starter; so does a trio of small, subtle samosas. Tandoor-grilled lamb chops are incredibly juicy and savory, and a pear chutney sets them off terrifically. Kararee bhindi--crisp, tangy okra and onion salad--is memorably pungent. Madras chicken and the tomatoey Malabar salmon are standard, while desserts are a must-try, particularly the fluffy housemade mango cheesecake and kulfi in citrus soup.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoTwo tasting menus are available, one vegetarian and one not. Both are on the threshold of being excessive, with 8 or so medium-sized courses. But at $50, this is a great chance to sample the kitchen's range; an additional $35 secures a wine pairing for each course.
User Reviews for Amma
09/29/2007 Posted by neetasehgal
overhyped overpriced overcrowed dont understand whats the fuss is about amma?? i went there n had the worst experience. had to wait 45 even we had reservations. i brought a special friend who had to stand as no chair was available. very cramped place. loud noise - i cant say its a fine dining experience as we cudnt even hear each other. we were sitting in the aisle where waiters are walking every minute n their plates n arms almost touch u as there is no room. food is way too expensive n the portions are too small - i have never experienced anything like this. we had tasting menu but didnt enjoy the food at all. other fine indian restaurants have much more flavorful food. i would never be back - they ruined my evening. food has no taste. please take my sincere advice and try some other restaurant. dont waste your money here.
Pros: cant think of one
Cons: overcrowed, very noisy, tiny portions, very pricey
07/16/2007 Posted by glorybee25
My boyfriend and I had anniversary dinner reservations. On the day of the dinner, the restaurant called and left us a message informing us that they decided to rent the space out to a private party, but that we could stop by for lunch instead. This was simply tactless and rude, and made us scramble to find a last-minute dinner reservation - not exactly what you want to be doing on your anniversary! There are other amazing Indian restaurants in the city - we've dined at many of them - so we will take our patronage to them instead - as they have always honored our reservations and have treated us with great kindness.
