Basera Indian Bistro
(Now Closed)Indian Restaurant and Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant$$$$
Hell's Kitchen, New York
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Nadia AkhtarFebruary 27, 2018Food is authentic - Best Indian food I've had in NY, & the drinks are outstanding. The food is wow. Excellent music always playing. Def rec to anyone looking for a fun authentic Indian experience.
Robyne BondiFebruary 18, 2018Basera is an authentic indian Reataurant with phenomenal food and great atmosphere. Also Delivery is fast and just as good as when dining in. They also have fun events there. I highly recommend basera
- Alan S.February 18, 2018I love this place! Great food, great happy hour. The owner, Raj will always take care of you! Great lunch special and happy hour, too! My favorite is butter lamb with coconut raisin naan! Enjoy!
Bjorn CodnerFebruary 18, 2018The food is made fresh, we had a say in how spicy is was. It was perfect. We were there during happy hour and the bartender made us great cocktails. The prices for everything were great.
Ravish ShahFebruary 18, 2018Food, service, ambiance- you name it and everything. This is one of my fav Indian spots in NYC. Very friendly staff and the mix kebab platter is my favorite. Will def go back again.- Kyle LipskyFebruary 18, 2018Loved the food and great atmosphere. Went with a buddy for happy hour last week - $5 craft beers were amazing and we probably got 6-8 apps and a few different types of naan. Highly recommend.
- S MFebruary 18, 2018Everything in this amazing Indian restaurant is delicious.The best in the area . I totally recommend going to BASERA 10/10. I would not go anywhere else. Great service friendly staff.
Gary IrizarryFebruary 20, 2018the basera food, service and vibe is definitely hip and amazing !!!! An Indian cuisine with a touch of Americanized fun !!!! chicken tikka masala, lamb vindaloo, and fish biryani" YUM !!!!
Chivonne LloydFebruary 28, 2018The servers and Manager are very attentive. The generous portions of food. The random events such as paint nite, belly dancing & samba shows. Their new happy hour menu, what’s not ❤️about this place- riaz rizuFebruary 27, 2018Food is authentic - Best Indian food I've had in NY, & the drinks are outstanding. The food is wow. Excellent music always playing. Def rec to anyone looking for a fun authentic Indian experience.
Kristen SirrineFebruary 27, 2018The coconut naan and garlic naan is to die for! Amazing service and decor. Delish gourmet cocktails. Couldn’t ask for a better restaurant! 🙌🏼🙌🏼- Terry RobertsFebruary 28, 2018Incredible food & vibe.threw a going away party for a friend, food & drinks were flowing all night.music & atmosphere also great. Would highly recommend for a quick bite or a blow out event. 5 STARS.
- Nadia AkhtarFebruary 27, 2018The Butter chicken was excellent. The different naans, I cannot get enough of, and the jumbo spicy 🌶 prawns were ridiculously tasty! Incredible food.
Ashek ElahiFebruary 19, 2018I dont know where to start, the food is amazing and the staff are very friendly but the cocktails are havenly. went to basera with my wife and the manager raj made sure our night at basera.
Michelle PetersonMarch 4, 2018Everything I’ve tried here is delicious!!! The staff is especially sweet, accommodating, and friendly. The bartender makes perfect drinks and the owner is beyond generous and hospitable!- S MFebruary 18, 2018Amazing food the best in the are - friendly staff great price for delicious Indian food.I give it 10/10. I totally recommend it.
Janayy CauthenFebruary 19, 2018I love Basera great food & drinks. The ambiance is simply amazing. Entertainment is amazing ..Roge is the most coolest bosses I know .
Alena MarajhJune 24, 2014Yummy food. Took a dare to eat a raw chili, manager was kind enough to comp me a lassi... which was also yummy! On the downside 95% sure I lost my camera there. My fault,but hang onto your belongings
The Corcoran GroupDecember 3, 2011Enjoy the latest Bollywood flick while you dine on reasonably good Chicken Vindaloo and a Mango Lassi. Come for lunch for their really affordable specials.
Avneesh KohliDecember 23, 2017The lamb seekh kebab appetizer is great. Got more than I was expecting for the price of the dish too.
Michael ZhongDecember 25, 2013The lunch special is an amazing deal. Huge portions. I got the lamb masala and it was delicious.
- Jeevan ThomasFebruary 27, 2018Everything from the food to the ambiance was amazing. I highly recommend d the chicken tikka naan appetizer 👌🏾
Mike McLartyJune 30, 2010Excellent food at a good price. Service was tip top. Complimentary Poppadum with mango chutney. I had the lamb Rogan Josh. Medium spicey was just right. The waiter recommended a 1947 beer. Very
Restaurant.com has a gift certificate for this place. You buy it for $10 (or $2 if you sign up and get the 80% off discount) and then get $25 off your bill. Great deal!
Sean Franklin 👍🏾🤷🏾♂️😁😆August 7, 2014Food is totally amazing, great atmosphere and wine. Love the Bollywood videos playing on the monitors! 👍
Amit KapilAugust 8, 2013If you're new to Eastern cuisine, this is the place for you. Finer expressions of Indian food in New York City do exist. I don't think the place is operated by Indians anymore.
Emily Van GiezenMay 2, 2013The Mango lassi was ridiculously delicious! So was my tandoori chicken. Love this place.
UpShift DigitalNovember 13, 2010The $8.95 lunch special is amazing, comes w rice and naan. Try the lamb masala and add a 1947 beer. Perfect and lots!
Lauren MannMay 3, 2012Very impressed!! Everything I ordered was delicious and you can't best the $19.95 pre fixe!
Leah BradleyApril 12, 2010Seriously the best Indian food in the city. Be sure to try the Aloo Gobhi. Great service too! Read more
James MilkeyJune 26, 2010My favorite indian food in the neighborhood. Try the Chana Masala, it is excellent.
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Basera Indian Bistro
745 9th Ave (btwn W 50th St & W 51st St)
New York, NY 10019
United States
New York, NY 10019
United States
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:30 AM–11:00 PM
(212) 757-9787
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Try the Chilli Chicken starter. Simply the best!!!"
Prajwal Rao - 8.1
"So so delicious and filling! Come with an empty stomach and you won't be disappointed. Will be back again soon :)"
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