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Punjabi Grocery & Deli

Punjabi Grocery & Deli

Deli, Indian Restaurant, and Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
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    Jesse B.
    "Great samosas and may be the best chana I've ever had."(35 Tips)
    Alex R.
    "small rice bowl with two veggies is a great deal—plenty filling"(4 Tips)
    Julia S.
    "Quick, cheap, and tasty :) Chickpeas and lentils are good."(15 Tips)
    Howard W.
    "Great vegetarian indian food, nothing over $6 on the menu."(3 Tips)
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  • Jessi Singh
    Jessi SinghAugust 29, 2017
    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.
  • Real Cheap Eats
    Real Cheap EatsNovember 5, 2012
    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
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsApril 13, 2013
    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.
  • Talia
    TaliaOctober 7, 2013
    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.
  • Lauren D.heart icon on user image
    Lauren DellaquilaJuly 29, 2016
    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.
  • Omer Z.heart icon on user image
    Omer ZachAugust 26, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    $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.
  • Mitra S.heart icon on user image
    Mitra SalaselSeptember 14, 2017
    Listen to everyone on earth---this place is great. Bring $5, pick literally anything to fill a plate, be really happy. Add spicy pickles.
  • Marie L.heart icon on user image
    Marie La RueApril 30
    Hole in the wall deli that delivers on quality, heartiness and flavors. Various vegetarian options, you’ll want to return to try them all.
  • illyheart icon on user image
    illyJanuary 1, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Samosa chaat with all the toppings 😍 Best I've had outside of India! Also, excellent masala chai 👌🏼
  • Emily W.heart icon on user image
    Emily WilsonMarch 27, 2016
    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.
  • Shaalinheart icon on user image
    ShaalinApril 29, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    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
  • IrmaZandl Z.heart icon on user image
    IrmaZandl ZandlSlantNovember 4, 2020
    Delicious Indian food at very good prices. I normally get the 3-dish platter #1,2,3).
  • Real Cheap Eats
    Real Cheap EatsNovember 12, 2011
    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
  • Saleemheart icon on user image
    SaleemFebruary 2, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    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
  • Aditiheart icon on user image
    AditiOctober 3, 2017
    As good as it gets for not being at home. Saag paneer, yellow dal, and roti
  • Aditya K.heart icon on user image
    Aditya KOctober 9, 2019
    Great kadi, chole and saag. Really good chai. Incredible that this place still exists in Manhattan. Support them!
  • Harry R.heart icon on user image
    Harry RaymondMarch 22, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Ridiculously cheap and delicious meal for $3-5. The small plate with two vegetables is plenty of food.
  • S M.
    S MOctober 21, 2017
    Their chai is amazing and they also have these lays indian masala chips which I would highly encourage folks to try out.
  • Shermans Travel
    Shermans TravelAugust 15, 2012
    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
  • Dina V.
    Dina ValentinFebruary 1, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    One of my favorite spot in my area. For $3 a small plate and $5 for a large, this place does wonders for my pockets & tastebuds. Who knew veggie can be so filling?
  • Omar L.heart icon on user image
    Omar LansariMarch 12, 2017
    Get one of the sauces on top of a samosa, with yogurt sauce and onion. 3.50$
  • Jen P.
    Jen PalmerMarch 14, 2013
    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
  • Bradley K.heart icon on user image
    Bradley KayMarch 11, 2017
    Staple of the neighborhood for cheap, delicious vegetarian Indian food. No frills, no seats, but $6 will fill you to overflowing.
  • Cindy l.heart icon on user image
    Cindy lauAugust 12, 2015
    Samosas were delish. Service was fast and efficient. Prices ranged from $1.50 to $6. Definitely worth it.
  • Pedro C.heart icon on user image
    Pedro CristianiSeptember 30, 2014
    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.
  • Maryam K.
    Maryam KhanNovember 18, 2013
    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
  • Robert S.
    Robert StribleyMay 16, 2012
    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.
  • Jessicaheart icon on user image
    JessicaNovember 24, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Everything is great here. Ask for yogurt on the side (or on top) if you want it! And the guys are so nice!
  • Vlad
    VladMay 5, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Everything you choose is so good! Add spicy sauce, yogurt and onions 👌🏿
  • Alex R.heart icon on user image
    Alex RobertsonApril 20, 2018
    small rice bowl with two veggies is a great deal—plenty filling
  • Anil D.
    Anil DashFebruary 8, 2017
    Been here 25+ times
    The best chai.
  • Ryanheart icon on user image
    RyanMarch 1, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Get the grilled potato bread...and everything else.
  • MyCityWay
    MyCityWayApril 10, 2012
    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.
  • Yuxin G.heart icon on user image
    Yuxin GaoOctober 19, 2015
    Authentic Indian food with good price. $4 for small rice bowl.
  • Julia S.heart icon on user image
    Julia San JuanAugust 26, 2017
    Friendly service. Quick, cheap, and tasty :) Chickpeas and lentils are good.
  • TEV N.
    TEV NYCOctober 9, 2012
    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.
  • Howard W.
    Howard WalfishMay 13, 2015
    Great vegetarian indian food, nothing over $6 on the menu. Samosa w/chickpeas is a favorite
  • guillaume o.heart icon on user image
    guillaume orainSeptember 10, 2021
    Delicious Punjabi food. Good portions, great price and friendly staff
  • Prabhdeep S.heart icon on user image
    Prabhdeep SinghJune 20, 2015
    Samosa chat was awesome! Great service and great ppl and so cheap!
  • AmateurConciergeheart icon on user image
    AmateurConciergeDecember 15, 2014
    Get a nice veg sub-z plate and a samosa with tamarind chutney
  • Jackie F.
    Jackie FerrerJuly 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    If the lentil or kidney beans dishes are available, ORDER. THEM. Have them add yogurt and it's HEAVEN
  • Mucho v.
    Mucho von der GoltzApril 26, 2011
    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 ;-)
  • al b.
    al bedellApril 2, 2014
    Allu tiki and chickpeas for $3 is my fav everything is vegetarian so that's cool too
  • Tim V.heart icon on user image
    Tim VetterMarch 21, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    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
  • Sucharita G.heart icon on user image
    Sucharita GaatAugust 28, 2014
    Cheap and filling Indian lunch plates. Try the samosas and aloo tikkis!
  • Bonheart icon on user image
    BonDecember 24, 2022
    Great chai and samosa with tamarind chutney for $5
  • Jennheart icon on user image
    JennFebruary 23, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Odds are that if you ask your cabbie where their Go To food spot is, they'll point you in this direction. #drunkfood
  • Takashi M.heart icon on user image
    Takashi MSeptember 16, 2016
    2016 the small plate is $4.00, but still. great place for all veggie curry.
  • Jesse B.heart icon on user image
    Jesse BagelsSeptember 30, 2015
    Great samosas and may be the best chana I've ever had.
  • Jeff S.heart icon on user image
    Jeff SavageDecember 26, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Bathroom in the back. I hear the chai is tops 🙌
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