Panna II Garden Indian Restaurant
Indian Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
The experts at Eater and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
"Our fave of the 4 competing crazy light Indian joints, BYOB !"(19 Tips)
"Go to Milon next door for a more enjoyable time."(3 Tips)
"BYOB! a great place to go get drunk for cheap."(9 Tips)
"creamy sauce &the naan"(9 Tips)
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Jean McCarthyJuly 26, 2016Fun atmosphere, solid food, great prices. Cash only! (Top of the stairs the right! There are two others next door and below, don't be fooled!)
The guys outside will battle each other for your business at this BYOB staple. Bargaining pro tip - ask them who will offer you a free appetizer. Winner winner, (curry) chicken dinner.- Loved the chicken tikka musalom -not too spicy with a creamy sauce &the naan bread-served nice &hot.Also try the vegetable samosa..so good.Nice little spot. Cool lights.Friendly staff.BYOB. cash only!
Sam WinnickDecember 11, 2015This place is so fun and food is amazing. Festive and fun music. Everyone is really nice too. Chicken tikka masala is amazing. Don't forget the garlic naan and samosas!
Sam JonesFebruary 6, 2018Food was great and the birthday entertainment, really good value for money. Just slightly small if there’s a big group of people. Great in small groups
Kelsey✨November 30, 2018Fun atmosphere, wild decorations, decent food and great prices. BYOB (wine, beer, liquor) policy and it’s cash only
There's 4 Indian restaurants stacked here. They will bargain with you (to come to theirs) so come prepped on knowing what you want for free. Cheap, BYOB and chili lights! (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Nadia IssaBellaNovember 21, 2015Delicious Indian food, but let's be real, you go here to feel like you're eating inside of a Christmas Tree
Kevin GrantNovember 23, 2017BYOB! Also, if you're feeling adventurous, let them know its your friends birthday, even if its not 😈
The Corcoran GroupMarch 18, 2011Come here when it’s someone’s birthday and enjoy the special light show. Or just enjoy the kitchy atmosphere and the cheap Tandoori Chicken. BYOB!
BollareMarch 30, 2012Must see for out-of-towners, such a NY experience. The décor makes you feel like you are dining at a disco ball & its impossible to spend more than 20 even if you order soup, appetizer & entree. —Sara
Nate BennettAugust 15, 2011One of the best Indian restaurants in the known universe. BYOB from the market next door with a very respectable beer selection. No reservations, small like a shoebox, and so awesome.
Janelle GreeneMarch 21, 2017Get the samosas. Just do it. And drizzle on the sweet brown sauce and then go forth and live your best life...
Erika FinnimoreDecember 2, 2017If you go Friday at 8, expect to stand in line outside for a while. Don't let hustlers try to get you to go to the restaurant downstairs in the process. It's not the same.
David HuOctober 13, 2013If you didn't climb UP a flight of stairs to get here, you were duped into going to the wrong place. There's like 2 or 3 at the same location, although all pretty similar
Alayna DuffelMay 27, 2012This of all places in NYC to eat, is by far one of the top.5! Service was great, the food was delicious, and beautiful inside!
Paula BuzzoDecember 27, 2015The food is excellent. Start with Mixed Appetizer and try Chicken Makhani after. You can bring your own drink!
Amy HoDecember 14, 2015Lots and lots of lights. Only thing you need to know is BYOB. Good for parties.
Alice NamAugust 8, 2014Fun place for group dinner. Not so spacious though lol. But definitely an interesting place to go with friends
Victoria WoosterMarch 28, 2015Everything comes with lot of curry, the waitress are the very funny, they have curry too.
✨#IamRomdelacrème✨April 28, 2012Tiny restaurant with great food and a very fun ambiance. Get here early because it does get really crowded quickly!
Luis Antonio ThompsonMay 15, 2011You can't beat it! The food is great! The prices are unreal! The decor... WAAAAY over the top! Staff is hilarious! You won't be disappointed!
Rachel IvyJanuary 25, 2015The lights are neat and the overall atmosphere is fun but the food is absolutely horrendous. The samosas were basically knishes, no flavor at all. My paneer dish was burnt and flavorless as well.
Owen HerterichAugust 28, 2016Decent Indian food, but amazing place. Lights everywhere. Crazy and unique. BYOB.
The Local East VillageAugust 14, 2011"Milon and Panna II have been embroiled in a rivalry for over 20 years that has no end in sight... The feud can be summed up with one simple question: who came up with the idea for the lights?" Read more
julie rajagopalOctober 4, 2014Don't come here if you're prone to seizures. Else, come here every day. Because its the best place. In the world.
Jose Antonio Tena SendraSeptember 14, 2015Best butter chicken in new york. Mango lassi is amazing too.
Young JaeDecember 3, 2016The servers rush you. Deadass took my plate AS I was picking up the last of my food.
CharlottesMarch 28, 2017It's not about the food. Came w a big group, waited 30mins+ for a table even though we booked; given $40 set menu with no discussion & the food was atrocious. Yet we still had a great time!- Chris McMahonJanuary 23, 2010BYOB! a great place to go get drunk for cheap. Hit up one of the liquor stores along 1st avenue and head in here with a bunch of friends. Order many orders of chicken pakura, thank me later.
Amanda RayeOctober 27, 2013Fun for Birthday dinners but if you want amazing Indian food, go to Dhaba on Lexington.
Shannon CoulsonNovember 19, 2014Such an incredible place! Order your food spicy, because it is SPICY.
Christine AndreaJune 27, 2013This place is fantastic , its a great place to bring friends to have a festive dinner
Rebecca MazzaAugust 20, 2012Stop by the Spanish wine store first and pick up a bottle. Then be amused that every other table has the exact same bottle.
Matt LeeJuly 25, 2011Prepare to be lied to, yelled at, and confused...it's awesome. Best way to order is to tell them what you like/don't like and let your waiter decide your fate.
Kelsey WilliamsJanuary 18, 2015BYOB! The good is ok, you come here for the experience. Was helpful with gluten allergy.
LaurenMay 23, 2010Just...just go. The food is great, the staff is ridiculous, the lights will keep you amused for ages, and if you're lucky, you might even see a restaurant vs. restaurant brawl.
Tim VetterMay 26, 2010Workmanlike food but the huge cheap lunch special & over-the-top interior design (chili pepper decorative lights! A moghul tent for a dining room!) makes it all worthwhile.- Young JaeDecember 3, 2016It's not spacious, and when I went, a party of 14 sat next to my girl and me...lot of server ass bumping into our table. Food wasn't bad though. Good for quick bite
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Panna II Garden Indian Restaurant
93 1st Ave (btwn 5th & 6th St)
New York, NY 10003
United States
New York, NY 10003
United States
Panna II Garden Indian Restaurant is where inspired Indian cuisine meets a unique decor.
Closed until Noon (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- Noon–Midnight
(212) 598-4610
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Wine, BYO
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