Pongal

103 Lexington Ave, New York, New York 10016 USA

576 Reviews

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Reasonable

Open Now

Thu 12p-10p

Independent
Credit Cards
Accepted
Wheelchair
Accessible
Wifi

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“South Indian kosher vegetarian restaurant”

PONGAL in South India is celebrated to mark the withdrawal of the southeast monsoons as well as the reaping of the harvest. It is the biggest harvest festival celebrated over three days in the mid january each year. At Pongal restaurant you will find a range of delectable vegetarian cuisine bursting with all the natural flavors and spices true to its original tradition. Consistently applauded by ZAGAT, MICHELLIN , THE NEW YORK TIMES, NY TIMEOUT and millions of highly satisfied customers since 1996, pongal offers one of the most unique menus in New York city which is also Kosher.

Reviewed by
Leslie C.

December 05, 2023

I was craving a dosa and this place definitely hit the spot. The dining room is lovely and the service was quite attentive. I ordered the kachumber salad. It was tasty but quite full of carrots. I... Read more

Reviewed by
Joy R.

October 22, 2023

We stopped in impromptu after a trip to Kalyustan's. Even though we weren't super hungry, the idea of a hot masala dosa was irresistible. This little restaurant is tucked away downstairs and the... Read more

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Sandhya G.

July 12, 2023

I really loved the unassuming homemade flavours that I could taste from all the dishes that I had when I ate at this place. The service was also really good, as they were very patient while... Read more

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