Nimbooda – Indian
Nimbooda captures the vibrant pulse of an Indian spice market, where the air is thick with the aroma of toasted cumin and the inviting sizzle of the tandoor. Each plate is a celebration of texture and tang, from the delicate crunch of bhel puri and golden onion bhujia to the smoky, pickle-spiced depth of achari mushrooms. This lively destination invites diners to linger over colorful small plates like crispy okra and saucy cauliflower manchurian, offering a spirited journey through the boldest flavors of the subcontinent.
664 Washington Avenue, New York, New York 11238 https://nimboodanyc.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the decent atmosphere at Nimbooda, noting it as a functional setting for a casual dinner. While the experience is straightforward, visitors highlight the approachable ambiance as a primary feature of their evening
Menu
Vegetarian Appetizers
- Papadum - $2.95: Lentil crackers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samosa - $5.95: Cumin flavored potatoes and peas wrapped in a flaky pastry, served with tamarind and mint sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Samosa Chaat - $5.95: Mix of samosa and chana masala topped with chopped onion, tamarind, chutney and yogurt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Bhujia - $5.95: Diced onion fried chickpea batter Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bhel Puri - $5.95: Savoury puffed rice, dried vegetables and chutney Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Papri - $5.95: Potatoes, chickpeas and crispy wafers mixed with chutneys Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower Manchurian - $7.95: Cauliflower tossed in a spicy and sweet chutney Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Okra - $7.95: Freshly sliced okra lightly fried and sweet chutneys Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Chaat - $7.95: Crispy spiced baby eggplant with yogurt, tamarind and red onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Achari Tandoori Mushroom - $6.95: Marinated with pickled spices Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Tikka - $7.95: Marinated paneer from tandoor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Platter - $7.95: Assorted marinated fresh vegetable and paneer Available at: dinner, lunch
Shorva (Soups)
- Rasam - $5.95: Lentils, tomato, tamarind, and seasonings with cumin, chili pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Soup - $5.95: Pureed lentils, onion, carrots, potato, pepperoncini Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Soup - $5.95: A traditional lentil based curried soup served with chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato Basil - $5.95: Fresh tomato puree and spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Non-Vegetarian Appetizers
- Chicken Tikka - $7.95: Chicken marinated in ginger, garlic and yogurt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Malai Kebab - $7.95: Chicken cutlets marinated in cream cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Manchurian - $8.95: Tossed in a spicy and sweet chutney Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barrah Kebab - $8.95: Marinated diced lamb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seekh Kebab - $8.95: Minced lamb grilled on a skewer Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Tikka - $8.95: Fish marinated in ginger, garlic and yogurt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combination Platter - $13.95: Chicken malai kebab, chicken tikka, barrah kebab and fish tikka Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Crab Cake - $8.95: South Indian style ginger, curry leaf, mustard seeds, peppers and deep fried Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Tandoori Entrees
- Tandoori Chicken - $13.95: Chicken marinated in yogurt and spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rack of Lamb - $18.95: Marinated lamb with potatoes and peppers Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Steak - $18.95: Marinated in mint and coriander served with tomato rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Stuffed Chicken - $16.95: Chicken breast stuffed with minced lamb mixed with spices Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Prawn - $17.95: Jumbo shrimp marinated in fresh herbs and spices served with crispy okra Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Mixed Grilled - $18.95: Assortment of lamb, chicken and seafood Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken Entrees
- Chicken Tikka Masala - $13.95: Diced chicken in a tomato yogurt curry Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Makhani - $13.95: Butter chicken Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Chettinad - $12.95: South Indian delicacy prepared with tomato, onion, garlic, ginger, mustard seeds, curry leaf and coconut Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Saagwala - $12.95: Chicken with fresh spinach Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Korma - $12.95: Diced chicken in almond cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Jalfrazie - $12.95: Chicken with vegetable in a tomato sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Vindaloo - $12.95: Chicken in a vinegar, aromatic spicy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Madura - $12.95: Chicken in a peanut sauce Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kadai Chicken - $12.95: Chicken cooked in red gravy with freshly ground spices, capsicum and onion Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Lamb Entrees
- Lamb Rogan Josh - $14.95: Aromatic lamb in cardamom sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Vindaloo - $14.95: Lamb in vinegar and aromatic spicy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Saagwala - $14.95: Lamb in fresh spinach Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dahi Gosht - $14.95: Lamb in a yogurt sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Handi - $14.95: Lamb in a vegetable curry Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Cochin - $14.95: Lamb with coconut and curry leaf Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Korma - $14.95: Lamb in an almond curry Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood Entrees
- Shrimp Curry - $15.95: Prepared in an authentic sauce and flavor Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Balchau Shrimp - $15.95: Shrimp cooked with tomatoes, onion, curry leaf and mustard seeds Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goan Salmon - $15.95: Salmon cooked in coconut curry Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Curry - $15.95: Lobster simmered in ginger, garlic, green chili, coconut, lemon and curry leaf Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Malabar Salmon - $15.95: Mustard leaves curry Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Curry - $15.95: Crab with black peppercorn, red chilies, mustard seeds and coconut Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hyderbadi Fish - $15.95: Tilapia marinated with spices in an almond sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian Entrees
- Dal Makhani - $10.95: Black lentil and kidney beans slowly simmered together with tomatoes, onion, ginger and garlic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dal Tadka - $10.95: Yellow lentil simmered with ginger, garlic and cumin powder Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bhindi Masala - $10.95: Pieces of fresh okra simmered with diced onion, tomatoes, ginger and mildly spiced Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Gobi - $11.95: Potatoes and cauliflower with cumin and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chana Saag - $10.95: Chickpeas with fresh spinach Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baigan Bhartha - $10.95: Roasted eggplant with onion and peas Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Jalfrazie - $10.95: Assorted vegetable in a tomato based sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Navrattan Korma - $11.95: Mixed vegetable in a creamy sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Malai Kofta - $11.95: Mixed veg and paneer dumpling in a vegetable curry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chana Masala - $10.95: Homestyle chickpea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Matar Mushroom - $10.95: Peas and mushroom curry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saag Paneer - $11.95: Cheese with fresh spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Bhurjee - $11.95: Shredded paneer cooked with tomatoes, onion and peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Tikka Masala - $13.95: Diced paneer in a tomato yogurt curry Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kadai Paneer - $13.95: Paneer cooked in red gravy with freshly ground spices, capsicum and fresh onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Matter Paneer - $11.95: Fresh homemade cheese cubes sauteed green peas and mild spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn Saag - $10.95: Fresh sweet corn with spinach Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Breads
- Plain Naan - $2.25: A leavened flat-bread made with flour baked fresh in tandoor Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Naan - $3.95: Naan topped with fresh garlic and cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Naan - $3.95: A leavened bread stuffed with finely chopped onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kandhari Naan - $3.95: Naan stuffed with pistachios, raisins and almond Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Keema Naan - $3.95: Stuffed with tender minced lamb Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Naan - $3.95: Stuffed with fresh cottage cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roti - $2.95: Classic whole wheat baked in tandoori oven Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poori - $3.95: Whole wheat deep fried puffed bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Lachha Paratha - $3.95: Whole wheat multi layered bread baked in tandoori oven Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mint Paratha - $3.95: Whole wheat multi-layered bread stuffed with ground mint leaves Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Paratha - $3.95: Mashed potatoes stuffed into whole wheat bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Bread Basket - $11.95: Plain, garlic, onion, kandhari Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Rice
- Quinoa Pallow - $4.95: Fresh boiled quinoa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basmati Rice - $3.95: Basmati rice from Punjab Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basmati Brown Rice - $3.95: Fresh boiled brown rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flavored Rice - $4.95: Choice of tomato, coconut, mint, zeera or kashmiri rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb or Shrimp Biryani - $14.95: Long grains basmati rice cooked with cubes of lamb or shrimp Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken or Vegetable Biryani - $12.95: Long grains basmati rice cooked with cubes of chicken or vegetable Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rita - $4.95: Yogurt with onion, tomatoes and carrots Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Pickle - $3.95
- Mango Chutney - $3.95
- House Salad - $5.95: Fresh spring mix tossed with sliced carrots, cucumber, onion and tomatoes served with house dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Rasmali - $3.95: Cottage cheese cooked with cream and almond sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Gulab Jaamun - $3.95: Sweet, deep-fried cheese ball in honey syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rice Pudding - $3.95: Candied almonds, cinnamon and golden raisins Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Soda - $1.95: Coke, diet coke, sprite, ginger ale, seltzer and orange
- Lassi - $3.95: Mango, sweet, salted and rose Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Juice - $2.95: Pineapple, mango, cranberry and orange
- Spiced Tea - $2.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Iced Tea - $2.95
- Bottle of Water - $1.95
- Pellegrino Sparkling Water - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Restaurants near Nimbooda
- Joy Indian Restaurant — Indian
- Ras — Indian
- Namaste — Indian
- Sukh — Indian
- Tava — Indian
- Tava — Indian
- Masalawala & Sons — Indian
- Pangat — Indian
- Indian Spice — Indian
- Nimbooda — Indian
- Sapphire Indian Restaurant — Indian
- Mumbai Place — Indian
