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Baluchi?s in Park Slope
Baluchi?s has five locations in the city, but their three-year-old outpost in Park Slope stands out among?the lot. The d?cor is breathtaking: a soothing fountain full of rose petals welcomes you as you come in?from the cold; gorgeous, colorful glass lanterns hang throughout the romantic space; and the massive,?intricate wooden bar was carved in India.
But it?s not just the d?cor that will stimulate your senses at Baluchi?s; the extensive menu of Northern?Indian cuisine is unique among Indian restaurant menus here in New York. In addition to the classics?that you see everywhere (tandoori main courses, briyanis, and curries), they also have a robust selection?of mouthwatering vegetarian dishes, a unique drink menu of house-created specialties, and an amazing?selection of appetizers, which is where we started our meal.
If you check out Baluchi?s, the Bhel-puri appetizer ($8) is a must. I had never heard of the dish, but as?I read the description, I knew I had to try it. A popular street food in India, it?s a mound of rice puffs?(similar to the cereal we all know and love!) mixed with onions, tomatoes, and potatoes, and topped?with a variety of chutneys and masalas. It was fresh, slightly spicy, and had a bright, herbal flavor. ? I?would return to Baluchi?s for this appetizer alone!
After the Bhel-puri, we asked for recommendations and decided to chow down on the Rogan Josh curry?(succulent pieces of lamb in cardamom sauce, $16) and the Chana Masala (chickpeas cooked in a spicy?Punjabi-style sauce, $12). Both were delicious; the Rogan Josh was aromatic from the cardamom and?the Chana Masala was perfectly hot and spicy. Because many Indian dishes are based on rice, it was?easy to make a gluten-free meal at Baluchi?s. I didn?t eat the naan (my dining partner sampled several?varieties and said they were delicious, $4 each).
Baluchi?s was considerably crowded on a Sunday evening, especially considering that we went to eat?there during the Superbowl. Although they were broadcasting the game on a flat screen at the bar, the?atmosphere of the restaurant remained calm and romantic.
In short, I?d rank Baluchi?s as a ?10 out of 10? when it comes to Indian restaurants. The delicious main?courses are enhanced by the incredible d?cor, a large appetizer menu, attentive service, and thick?mango chutney.
When it comes to Indian food, lunch buffets with predictable menus are a dime a dozen. The next time?you?re craving curry, get classy and head to Baluchi?s!
310 5th Ave, Park Slope, Brooklyn.
Subway: R to Union St.
(718) 832-5555. Open for lunch and dinner; call for exact hours.
Monday ? Thursday Lunch: 11:30am to 3:00pm Dinner: 5:00pm to 10:00pm
Friday Lunch: 11:30am to 3:00pm Dinner: 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Saturday 11:30am to 11:00pm
Sunday 11:30 am to 10:00 pm
-Jacqueline Burton
No Comments | Posted on February 8, 2013 | Categories: Brooklyn, Dating and Romance, Dining, From the Blog, Park Slope
Source: http://insidenewyork.com/2013/02/08/gluten-free-nyc-indian-decadence-at-baluchis/
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