Punjabi Grocery & Deli

I get my chai and samosa fix here. Feels like home. I can hang out and talk with others like me who have come to this country to work hard and try to enjoy the experience at the same time.

Go for the samosa and chickpeas chaat ($5.50). "Crisp samosas are split open and doused in spicy stewed chickpeas , tangy yogurt , sweet tamarind-date chutney , spicy cilantro chutney and raw onions . Read more

This slim takeout spot caters to NYU students and Indian cab drivers. The all-vegetarian food is very cheap and satisfying (try the rajma), good for late night snacks in the East Village .

So comforting to know that 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, someone is willing to hand you an awesome bowl of food for $3.50. The huge smiles are free. Reasonstolovenewyork.

All I know is that my friend from Bombay refuses to eat American-Indian take-out, loves the food at Punjabi. Also there might as well be a swinging door for the flow of cabbies in and out of here.

$3.50 gets you a bowl of rice with a huge pile of your choice of 2 vegetables : spinach , lentils , and more. Enough for a small meal but you can opt for a bigger bowl or throw in a $1.25 samosa .

Listen to everyone on earth---this place is great. Bring $5, pick literally anything to fill a plate, be really happy. Add spicy pickles .

Hole in the wall deli that delivers on quality, heartiness and flavors. Various vegetarian options , you’ll want to return to try them all.

Samosa chaat with all the toppings ???? Best I've had outside of India! Also, excellent masala chai ????????

A samosa is a perfect cheap snack at only $1.50. I don't even usually like samosas , but the ones they make here are so so good.

I wouldn't get any of the fried food (pakoras , samosas , etc) because they are not as good reheated. But rotis and rice with any vegetables are AMAZING and super cheap . Also highly recommend kulfi

Delicious Indian food at very good prices. I normally get the 3-dish platter #1,2,3).

Samosa chaat . Do it. Great vegetarian Punjabi food with no pretense: heated in the microwave and handed to you. Finish the meal with some chai

Go for the samosa and chickpeas chaat ($4). "Crisp samosas are split open and doused in spicy stewed chickpeas , tangy yogurt , sweet tamarind-date chutney , spicy cilantro chutney and raw onions ." Read more

As good as it gets for not being at home. Saag paneer , yellow dal, and roti

Great kadi, chole and saag . Really good chai . Incredible that this place still exists in Manhattan. Support them!

Their chai is amazing and they also have these lays indian masala chips which I would highly encourage folks to try out.

Ridiculously cheap and delicious meal for $3-5. The small plate with two vegetables is plenty of food.

Follow the line of taxi drivers parked outside and you'll discover flavorful veggie dishes like chana (chickpeas ), fat samosas (stuffed savory pastries ) topped with lentils ­- both for a whopping $2 Read more

One of my favorite spot in my area. For $3 a small plate and $5 for a large, this place does wonders for my pockets & tastebuds. Who knew veggie can be so filling?

Get one of the sauces on top of a samosa , with yogurt sauce and onion . 3.50$

Let me tell you.. I don't remember what I ate but it was probably one of the best dishes I have ever had! Spicy and flavorful!!! Yum

Staple of the neighborhood for cheap , delicious vegetarian Indian food . No frills, no seats, but $6 will fill you to overflowing.

Samosas were delish. Service was fast and efficient. Prices ranged from $1.50 to $6. Definitely worth it.

This place changed my life, not entirely sure if it was for the better, but I crave their chaat on a daily basis and I've been having samosa dreams

take the small plate w/rice and two options of authentic Indian veggie for $3.50. sit on the stairs outside and let the flavors take over.

Everything is great here. Ask for yogurt on the side (or on top) if you want it! And the guys are so nice!

small rice bowl with two veggies is a great deal—plenty filling

Everything you choose is so good! Add spicy sauce , yogurt and onions ????????

You hafta go for the experience, as well as the delicious food. Take it to the park at Chrystie and Houston, sit on the steps and enjoy.

The best chai .

Get the grilled potato bread ...and everything else.

Authentic Indian food with good price. $4 for small rice bowl .

This hole-in-the-wall spot serves up delicious, authentic Indian food for about $4. They aren't stingy with the quantities so feel free to share.

Friendly service . Quick, cheap , and tasty :) Chickpeas and lentils are good.

Come by to indulge in spicy vegetarian foods . The samosas filled with spiced potatoes & peas are $1.25, or add chickpeas and yogurt for $1.75 more.

Great vegetarian indian food , nothing over $6 on the menu. Samosa w/chickpeas is a favorite

Delicious Punjabi food. Good portions, great price and friendly staff

Samosa chat was awesome! Great service and great ppl and so cheap !

Get a nice veg sub-z plate and a samosa with tamarind chutney

If it is coffee , ask for indian coffe . Its a little more expensive (plus 50 cents) but def. worth it. Ps. Be careful when its morning....timebomb ;-)

Get the small rice bowl w two vegetables for $3. It is a filling meal and tastier than an entree at a typical sit-down joint in Curry Hill

Allu tiki and chickpeas for $3 is my fav everything is vegetarian so that's cool too

If the lentil or kidney beans dishes are available, ORDER. THEM. Have them add yogurt and it's HEAVEN

Cheap and filling Indian lunch plates . Try the samosas and aloo tikkis!

Great chai and samosa with tamarind chutney for $5

Odds are that if you ask your cabbie where their Go To food spot is, they'll point you in this direction. #drunkfood

2016 the small plate is $4.00, but still. great place for all veggie curry .

Great samosas and may be the best chana I've ever had.

Bathroom in the back. I hear the chai is tops ????