Nirvana
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346 Lexington Ave,
New York City
NY
10016
TEL: 212-983-0000
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| Food | 5.0 |
| Service | 5.0 |
| Atmosphere | 5.0 |
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IndianEver notice how the Indian dining experience always included strange music and tacky decor? Well the guys at Nirvana did, and they have rescued Murray Hill fans by taking over the 28-year running Stella Del Mare space.
The entrance opens up to a sleek lounge with a full bar, fireplace, leather couches and modern stools. The area is designed to be a starting point or finishing touch to the high-end cuisine offered on the second floor dining room.
The food is presented by an 18-year New York City veteran, with classic tandoori options coupled with original Nirvana creations. You think all buffet lunches are the same? Think again. You will never find the same options from day to day, and they taste as moist and fresh as if they were made-to-order.
We can't wait to see what they do with the private dining area accented with skylights....
| Mulligatawny Cream of lentil, drizzle of coconut milk | $5.00 |  write review add to favorite dishes |
| Sweet Corn Chicken Soup Hearty chicken and corn broth | $6.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Sprouted beans and mixed greens | $6.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Sprouted beans and mixed greens | $6.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Tossed mescaline and greens with grilled chicken | $8.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Tossed mescaline and greens with grilled chicken | $8.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Papad Crisp roasted lentil wafer | $2.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Papad Crisp roasted lentil wafer | $2.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Mango Chutney Sweet and sour mango relish | $3.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Mango Chutney Sweet and sour mango relish | $3.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Spicy Mixed Vegetable Pickle | $3.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Spicy Mixed Vegetable Pickle | $3.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Cucumber Raita Shredded cucumber in yogurt, spiked with roasted cumin and cilantro | $4.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Cucumber Raita Shredded cucumber in yogurt, spiked with roasted cumin and cilantro | $4.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Bhindi Raita Crispy okra and whipped yogurt dip | $4.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Bhindi Raita Crispy okra and whipped yogurt dip | $4.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Vegetable Samosa Seasoned peas and potatoes stuffed crisp turnovers | $6.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Vegetable Samosa Seasoned peas and potatoes stuffed crisp turnovers | $6.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Gobi Manchurian Roasted garlic, scallion, soy sauce coated crisp cauliflower florets | $7.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Gobi Manchurian Roasted garlic, scallion, soy sauce coated crisp cauliflower florets | $7.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Raj Kachori Savory, lentils and potatoes filled pastry pocket topped with yogurt and tamarind chutney | $7.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Raj Kachori Savory, lentils and potatoes filled pastry pocket topped with yogurt and tamarind chutney | $7.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Achari Mushroom Pickle seasoned grilled mushrooms | $8.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Achari Mushroom Pickle seasoned grilled mushrooms | $8.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Honey Mustard Paneer Tandoor fired Indian cheese, honey mustard marinade | $8.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Honey Mustard Paneer Tandoor fired Indian cheese, honey mustard marinade | $8.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken 65 Tangy fiery South Indian stir fry | $9.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken 65 Tangy fiery South Indian stir fry | $9.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Potato Croquettes Seasoned ground lamb stuffed potato cake | $9.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Potato Croquettes Seasoned ground lamb stuffed potato cake | $9.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Calamari Bhajiya Batter fried crisp calamari fritters | $9.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Calamari Bhajiya Batter fried crisp calamari fritters | $9.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Fish Koliwada Carom seed spiked fried tilapia fillets | $9.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Fish Koliwada Carom seed spiked fried tilapia fillets | $9.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Rosemary Malai Chicken Charcoal grilled in rosemary cream marinade, Bacardi chaas | $10.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Rosemary Malai Chicken Charcoal grilled in rosemary cream marinade, Bacardi chaas | $10.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Tawa Scallops Pan seared sea scallops, tempered coconut yogurt dip | $11.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Tawa Scallops Pan seared sea scallops, tempered coconut yogurt dip | $11.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Shrimp Tadka Sri Lankan tiger shrimp, white wine, garlic, tamarind sautée | $12.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Shrimp Tadka Sri Lankan tiger shrimp, white wine, garlic, tamarind sautée | $12.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Tandoori Veg Seasonal vegetables in distinctive marinades | $15.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Tandoori Veg Seasonal vegetables in distinctive marinades | $15.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Tandoori Chicken raditional style classic red masala marinade | $16.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Tandoori Chicken raditional style classic red masala marinade | $16.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Achari Tangdi Chicken drumsticks, fiery tangy pickle marinade | $16.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Achari Tangdi Chicken drumsticks, fiery tangy pickle marinade | $16.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken Tikka Chicken breast in mild spiced yogurt marinade | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken Tikka Chicken breast in mild spiced yogurt marinade | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Murg Khaliyan Chicken chunks in cilantro and mint flavored yogurt marinade | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Murg Khaliyan Chicken chunks in cilantro and mint flavored yogurt marinade | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Adraki Reshmi Kebab Chicken breast chunks, ginger, fresh cream, aromatic herbs marinade | $19.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Adraki Reshmi Kebab Chicken breast chunks, ginger, fresh cream, aromatic herbs marinade | $19.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Mahi Tikka Mahi Mahi fillets, mild aromatic spice marinade | $22.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Mahi Tikka Mahi Mahi fillets, mild aromatic spice marinade | $22.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Hara Shrimp Jumbo Sri Lankan shrimp, mild aromatic spices, yogurt marinade | $23.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Hara Shrimp Jumbo Sri Lankan shrimp, mild aromatic spices, yogurt marinade | $23.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Crab Shish Kebab Flaked Alaskan crab meat kebabs | $24.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Crab Shish Kebab Flaked Alaskan crab meat kebabs | $24.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Chops Chef’s special marinade | $25.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Chops Chef’s special marinade | $25.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Desi Murg Country style on the bone chicken curry | $15.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Desi Murg Country style on the bone chicken curry | $15.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Murg Dahiwala Mild spiced, cumin flavored yogurt gravy | $17.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Murg Dahiwala Mild spiced, cumin flavored yogurt gravy | $17.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Madras Chicken Spicy Malabar pepper sauce | $17.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Madras Chicken Spicy Malabar pepper sauce | $17.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken Tikka Masala Barbequed chicken breast simmered in creamy tomato sauce | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken Tikka Masala Barbequed chicken breast simmered in creamy tomato sauce | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Methi Chicken Fenugreek leaves and spice blend, slow cooked to perfection | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Methi Chicken Fenugreek leaves and spice blend, slow cooked to perfection | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken Moghlai Caramelized onions, almond n cashew paste sauce | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken Moghlai Caramelized onions, almond n cashew paste sauce | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken Caldeen Our version of green masala chicken gravy | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken Caldeen Our version of green masala chicken gravy | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Dhansak Chicken cubes stewed in purée of lentils, vegetables and select herbs | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Dhansak Chicken cubes stewed in purée of lentils, vegetables and select herbs | $18.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Vindaloo Kashmir chilly pepper, garam masala, vinegar based spicy sauce | $19.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Vindaloo Kashmir chilly pepper, garam masala, vinegar based spicy sauce | $19.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Pepper Dry Stir fry of sliced lamb, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers with cracked spices | $19.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Pepper Dry Stir fry of sliced lamb, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers with cracked spices | $19.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Korma Creamy cashew almond sauce blended with mild aromatic spices | $19.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Korma Creamy cashew almond sauce blended with mild aromatic spices | $19.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Lasooni Saag Lamb in roasted garlic flavored spinach puree | $19.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lamb Lasooni Saag Lamb in roasted garlic flavored spinach puree | $19.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Sukha Nariyal Mutton South Indian delicacy of baby goat meat, coconut and curry leaves | $20.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Sukha Nariyal Mutton South Indian delicacy of baby goat meat, coconut and curry leaves | $20.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Shikari Mutton Country style on the bone baby goat curry | $20.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Shikari Mutton Country style on the bone baby goat curry | $20.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Nalli Gosht Braised lamb shank in caramelized onion tomato gravy | $20.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Nalli Gosht Braised lamb shank in caramelized onion tomato gravy | $20.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Fish Curry Mahi mahi fillets in spiced onions and tomato sauce with ginger garlic | $20.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Fish Curry Mahi mahi fillets in spiced onions and tomato sauce with ginger garlic | $20.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Fish Moilee Mahi mahi fillets stewed in coconut milk with sliced ginger, mustard and curry leaves | $20.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Fish Moilee Mahi mahi fillets stewed in coconut milk with sliced ginger, mustard and curry leaves | $20.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Shrimp Bhuna Tiger shrimp stir fry in a mixture of whole spices and herbs | $23.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Shrimp Bhuna Tiger shrimp stir fry in a mixture of whole spices and herbs | $23.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| ‘O’ Calcutta Shrimp Our chef’ creation | $23.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| ‘O’ Calcutta Shrimp Our chef’ creation | $23.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Shrimp Vindaloo Kashmir chilly pepper, garam masala, vinegar based spicy sauce | $23.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Shrimp Vindaloo Kashmir chilly pepper, garam masala, vinegar based spicy sauce | $23.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Crab Pakoda Curry Lump crab meat fritters finished in delicately spiced gravy | $23.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Crab Pakoda Curry Lump crab meat fritters finished in delicately spiced gravy | $23.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Dahi Baigan Baby eggplant in sweet and sour yogurt gravy | $13.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Dahi Baigan Baby eggplant in sweet and sour yogurt gravy | $13.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Adraki Gobi Cauliflower florets flavored in fresh ginger and cracked spice mixture | $13.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Adraki Gobi Cauliflower florets flavored in fresh ginger and cracked spice mixture | $13.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Saag Paneer Indian cheese cubes simmered in a puree of fresh spinach and spices | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Saag Paneer Indian cheese cubes simmered in a puree of fresh spinach and spices | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Paneer Makhanwala Grilled Indian cheese cubes finished in a creamy tomato butter gravy | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Paneer Makhanwala Grilled Indian cheese cubes finished in a creamy tomato butter gravy | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Kamal Kakri Ke Kofte Lotus root stuffed dumplings in mild creamy sauce | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Kamal Kakri Ke Kofte Lotus root stuffed dumplings in mild creamy sauce | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Bhendi Bharwan Masala Okra stuffed with our special masala, sautéed with diced onion, tomato and herbs | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Bhendi Bharwan Masala Okra stuffed with our special masala, sautéed with diced onion, tomato and herbs | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chilli Milli Subzi Spiced seasonal mix vegetables | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chilli Milli Subzi Spiced seasonal mix vegetables | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Dhingri Mutter Button Mushroom and green peas cooked in aromatic spices | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Dhingri Mutter Button Mushroom and green peas cooked in aromatic spices | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Daal Tadka Yellow lentils, ghee tempered with cumin and burnt red chilli | $10.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Daal Tadka Yellow lentils, ghee tempered with cumin and burnt red chilli | $10.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Daal Makhni Black lentils simmered overnight, touch of butter and cream | $10.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Daal Makhni Black lentils simmered overnight, touch of butter and cream | $10.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chana Masala Chickpeas cooked in an onion tomato based gravy | $10.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chana Masala Chickpeas cooked in an onion tomato based gravy | $10.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Jeera Aloo Roasted cumin and spice tempered potatoes | $10.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Jeera Aloo Roasted cumin and spice tempered potatoes | $10.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Peas Pulao Basmati rice, cumin tempered topped with green peas | $4.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Peas Pulao Basmati rice, cumin tempered topped with green peas | $4.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Tomato Rice Tomato flavored basmati rice | $6.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Tomato Rice Tomato flavored basmati rice | $6.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lemon Rice Lemon flavored basmati rice tempered with curry leaves and mustard seeds | $6.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lemon Rice Lemon flavored basmati rice tempered with curry leaves and mustard seeds | $6.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Vegetable Biryani Flavorful combination of vegetables and basmati rice steamed together with aromatic spices | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Vegetable Biryani Flavorful combination of vegetables and basmati rice steamed together with aromatic spices | $14.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| BIRYANI - Chicken/lamb/goat Flavorful combination of meat and basmati rice steamed together with aromatic spices and herbs | $17.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| BIRYANI - Chicken/lamb/goat Flavorful combination of meat and basmati rice steamed together with aromatic spices and herbs | $17.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Parsi Prawn Pulao Mildly spiced aromatic basmati rice and shrimp bake | $22.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Parsi Prawn Pulao Mildly spiced aromatic basmati rice and shrimp bake | $22.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Naan | $4.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Naan | $4.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Roti Whole Wheat flat bread | $4.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Roti Whole Wheat flat bread | $4.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Garlic Naan | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Garlic Naan | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Cheese ‘n’ Tomato Naan | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Cheese ‘n’ Tomato Naan | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Onion Pudina Paratha Multi layered whole wheat bread, topped with fine chopped mint leaves and onion, butter glaze | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Onion Pudina Paratha Multi layered whole wheat bread, topped with fine chopped mint leaves and onion, butter glaze | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Onion Kulcha Soft flat bread stuffed with fine chopped onions | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Onion Kulcha Soft flat bread stuffed with fine chopped onions | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lachha Paratha Multi layered whole wheat bread, butter glaze | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Lachha Paratha Multi layered whole wheat bread, butter glaze | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Poori Puffed whole wheat bread | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Poori Puffed whole wheat bread | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Aloo Parata Whole wheat bread, stuffed with seasoned mash potatoes | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Aloo Parata Whole wheat bread, stuffed with seasoned mash potatoes | $5.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Peshwari Naan Nuts and raisins stuffed sweet bread | $6.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Peshwari Naan Nuts and raisins stuffed sweet bread | $6.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Kheema Naan Naan stuffed with a mixture of spiced ground lamb | $7.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Kheema Naan Naan stuffed with a mixture of spiced ground lamb | $7.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken Tikka Naan Naan stuffed with fine diced chicken tikka | $7.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Chicken Tikka Naan Naan stuffed with fine diced chicken tikka | $7.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Pati Patni Aur Woh Stuffed bell pepper, potato and tomato, jeera rice, lachha paratha, papad | $21.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Pati Patni Aur Woh Stuffed bell pepper, potato and tomato, jeera rice, lachha paratha, papad | $21.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Nirvana Chicken Delite Stuffed chicken breast, adraki gobi, tomato rice | $22.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Nirvana Chicken Delite Stuffed chicken breast, adraki gobi, tomato rice | $22.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Nirva Fish Steak Chilean sea bass, daal makhni, lemon rice, papad | $27.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Nirva Fish Steak Chilean sea bass, daal makhni, lemon rice, papad | $27.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Nirva Rabbit Fiesta Hearty rabbit stew, chilli milli subzi, peas pulao, mango chutney, garlic naan | $29.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Nirva Rabbit Fiesta Hearty rabbit stew, chilli milli subzi, peas pulao, mango chutney, garlic naan | $29.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Venison Old Monk Indian dark rum reduction, roasted cumin potatoes, daal, onion kulcha | $32.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
| Venison Old Monk Indian dark rum reduction, roasted cumin potatoes, daal, onion kulcha | $32.00 | write reviewadd to favorite dishes |
User reviews
Best Midtown Inidan Buffet! Dont miss the cocktail
Reviewed on Wednesday, 15 April 2009
Nirvana's quality is no match for midtown lunch focused "curry hill" establishments that leave food sitting in hot plates for hours at a time. Their accomplished chef has over 25 years experience, and the ambiance is more downtown chic than stuffy midtown. The downstairs lounge acts as an ideal spot for after-work drinks or a meeting place for pre-dinner cocktails with friends...
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