Semma – Indian
Semma unfolds as a vibrant homage to the rural heritage of South India, where the air is thick with the intoxicating perfume of toasted coconut, tempered spices, and fresh curry leaves. The dining room hums with a sophisticated yet soulful energy, grounding guests in ancestral traditions through bold, sun-drenched flavors served in rustic clay pots. Every dish offers a vivid sensory journey, weaving together the heat of regional chilies and the tang of tamarind into a masterful tapestry of deep, layered complexity.
NY 10011 http://semma.nyc/Rating: 4.2/5 (1477 reviews)
Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, whole30, paleo, diabetic, sugar-free, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, mediterranean, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, gerd, zone, tlc, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, volumetrics, aip, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, pegan
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Sunday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners consistently praise this Michelin-starred spot for living up to the hype, highlighting exceptional South Indian cuisine and attentive service. Standout dishes include the tender lamb chops, flavorful dosa (especially the gunpowder variety), and the memorable lobster tail, often paired with coconut rice. Guests appreciate the lively, albeit sometimes crowded, atmosphere and the warm hospitality, with many noting the thrill of meeting Chef Vijay and the staff's helpfulness with special occasions.
Menu
- Mulaikattiya Thaniyam - $12: sprouted mung beans, coconut, smoked chili Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Paniyaram - $16: rice & lentil dumpling, asafoetida, paatti’s chutney Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic
- Uzhavar Santhai Poriyal - $18: beets, squash, mustard greens, coconut Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan, Candida
- Nathai Pirattal - $27: peconic snails, ginger, tamarind, kal dosa (limited) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Eral Thokku - $25: tiger prawn, green chili, fenugreek, curry leaves Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida
- Annasi Pazham Scallop - $23: day-boat scallops, pineapple pachadi, jaggery Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Gunpowder Dosa - $21: rice & lentil crepe, potato masala, sambar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic
- Roadside Kalan - $21: wild mushroom, fennel, coriander Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Mattu Iraichi Sukka - $27: beef short rib, black cardamom, tellicherry peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Vazhakkai Varuval - $31: roasted plantain, cumin, curd rice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber
- Gutti Vankaya - $38: baby eggplant, ground peanut, sesame Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Kaikari Kurma - $36: squash, carrots, raw banana, coconut milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Kozhi Allepey - $39: poussin (spring chicken), coriander, poppy seeds Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Meen Pollichathu - $49: banana leaf wrapped branzino, ginger, shallots Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Valiya Chemmeen Moilee - $55: lobster tail, mustard, turmeric, coconut milk Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Ghee Roast Lamb Chops - $52: superior farm lamb, vegetable pulao, salna Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Goanese Oxtail - $51: angus oxtail, green cardamom, cinnamon, cumin, cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Dindigul Biryani - $42: goat, seeraga samba rice, garam masala, raita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Kanyakumari Nandu Masala (For Two) - $145: Dungeness crab, parotta, coconut rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Kal Dosa - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Parotta - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Ponni Rice - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- Coconut Rice - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly
- Roja Sour - $20: rose gin, curry leaf-infused aperitivo, watermelon, lemon, salted clove
- Pushpa Punch - $22: Indian rum, dried chili spirit, coriander, yogurt, lemon, jeera
- Naatu Crush - $20: tharra, kokum, grapefruit, pomegranate, caraway, club soda
- Veeran on the Rocks - $23: Indian single malt, bay leaf-infused aperitif, amaro, tamarind, cucumber
- Soppana Sundari - $21: cacao-infused mezcal, cultured coconut, pear nectar, masala, Kashmiri chili
- Manjal Saaru - $14: cardamom and allspice gin alternative, spiced turmeric syrup, soda
- Prem - $14: curry leaf-infused apritif alternative, pomegranate, lemon, ginger, jeera
- Surya Udhayam - $14: Mediterranean citrus gin alternative, agave, orange juice, cardamom, lemon
- Badtameez Dil - $14: sea buckthorn spirit alternative, caramelized pineapple, cultured coconut, Seville orange, saffron
- UN1 basmati rice premium lager - $12
- UN2 pilsner - $12
- UN3 coconut IPA - $12
- UN4 mango saison - $12
- ATHLETIC BREWING Upside Dawn N/A Golden Ale - $10
- Sparkling Glera Mongarda, Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore, Extra Dry, Italy 2024 - $22
- ROSÉ & ORANGE Grenache Peyrassol, Les Commandeurs, Provence, France 2024 - $24
- Sémillon Roberto Henríquez, Molino del Ciego, Itata Valley, Chile 2023 - $25
- WHITE Grüner Veltliner Josef Fischer, Ried Frauenweingärten, Smaragd, Wachau, Austria 2021 - $26
- Prié Blanc Ermes Pavese, Blanc de Morgex et de La Salle, Aosta Valley, Italy 2024 - $25
- Chardonnay Chateau du Chatelard, Mâcon-Villages, Burgundy, France 2021 - $26
- RED Malbec Corazon del Sol, Mendoza, Argentina 2023 - $25
- Pinot Noir Brooks, Willamette Valley, USA 2023 - $26
- Merlot+ Château Clos Magne Figeac, Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France 2020 - $26
- Sparkling Glera Mongarda, Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore, Extra Dry, Italy 2024 - $88
- C, PN, PM La Caravelle, Brut Rosé, France NV - $100
- Chardonnay La Caravelle, Blanc de Blanc, Brut, France NV - $102
- C, PN, PM Ayala, Brut Majeur, Brut, France NV - $130
- Chardonnay Franck Bonville Grand Cru, Blanc de Blancs Millesime, France 2016 - $170
- C, PN, PM Laurent-Perrier, Brut Cuvee Rose, France NV - $210
- Chardonnay Laurent-Perrier, Brut Blanc de Blancs Nature, France NV - $222
- C, PN Dom Pérignon, Brut, France 2015 - $600
- Chardonnay Laurent-Perrier, Brut Grand Siecle Grande Cuvee N.26, France NV - $650
- Chardonnay Gosset, CELEBRIS, Blanc de Blanc, Brut, France 2012 - $700
- ROSÉ Grenache+ Peyrassol, Les Commandeurs, Provence, France 2024 - $96
- ORANGE Sémillon Roberto Henriquez, Molino del Ciego, Itata Valley, Chile 2021 - $96
- WHITE Sauvignon Blanc Domaine des Mazelles, Touraine, France, 2023 - $96
- Albarino Reborain, Rias Baixas, Spain, 2024 - $98
- Prié Blanc Ermes Pavese, Blanc de Morgex et de La Salle, Aosta Valley, Italy 2024 - $100
- Grüner Veltliner Josef Fischer, Ried Frauenweingärten, Smaragd, Wachau, Austria 2021 - $104
- Chardonnay Chateau du Chatelard, Mâcon-Villages, Burgundy, France 2021 - $104
- Chardonnay Matthiasson Linda Vista Vineyard, Napa, California 2023 - $106
- Sauvignon Blanc Domaine Thiery Merlin Cherrier Blanc, Sancerre, Loire Valley, France 2024 - $108
- Nascetta Elvio Cogno, Anas-Cëtta, Langhe, Piedmont, Italy 2023 - $110
- Chardonnay Domaine de la Meulière, Monts de Milieu, Chablis 1er Cru, France 2023 - $120
- Roussanne + Domaine des Senechaux, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône V, France 2022 - $130
- Timorasso Giacomo Borgogno e Figli, Derthona, Colli Tortonesi, Piedmont, Italy 2023 - $145
- Chardonnay Daniel-Etienne Defaix, Côte de Lechet, Chablis 1er Cru, France 2012 - $150
- Chardonnay Alexana Winery, ‘Signature’ Willamette Valley, USA 2022 - $180
- Chardonnay ZD Reserve, Napa, California 2021 - $204
- Riesling+ Marcel Deiss, ‘Burg’ Alsace Cru Blanc, France 2019 - $210
- Carricante Benanti, Pietramarina, Sicily, Italy 2019 - $220
- Sauvignon Blanc+ Blanc de Lynch-Bages, Pauillac, France 2022 - $240
- Pinot Gris+ Marcel Deiss, ‘Mambourg’ Alsace Grand Cru, France 2022 - $300
- RED Mondeuse Domaine Louis Magnin, Arbin, Savoie, France 2015 - $98
- Malbec Corazon del Sol, Mendoza, Argentina 2023 - $100
- Tempranillo Gómez Cruzado Viña Dorana Reserva, Rioja, Spain 2018 - $102
- Pinot Noir Brooks, Willamette Valley, USA 2023 - $104
- Merlot+ Château Clos Magne Figeac, Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France 2020 - $104
- Sangiovese + Tenuta San Jacopo Chianti Riserva DOCG, Italy 2020 - $106
- Cabernet Sauvignon Les Pèlerins de Lafon-Rochet, Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, France 2016 - $108
- Tempranillo Alonso and Pedrajo, Suañe, Reserva, Rioja, Spain 2019 - $112
- Grenache+ Domaine du Grapillon d'Or, Gigondas, Rhône Valley, France 2022 - $115
- Syrah Clos Venturi Brama, Corsica, France, 2021 - $116
- Cabernet Sauvignon+ Chateau Lagrange Les Fiefs de Lagrange, Saint-Julien, France 2017 - $120
- Nebbiolo Barolo Cascina Nuova Elvio Cogno, Piedmont, Italy 2020 - $128
- Pinot Noir Sylvain Morey Chassagne Montrachet Rouge, Burgundy, France 2022 - $140
- Cabernet Sauvignon+ Lynch-Bages, Pauillac, France 2020 - $150
- Merlot+ Gaja, Ca'Marcanda, Promis, Tuscany, Italy 2023 - $160
- Grenache+ Domaine des Senechaux, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône Valley, France 2021 - $180
- Cabernet Sauvignon+ Hedge Family Estate,La Haute Cuvee, Red Mountain, Washington, USA 2018 - $210
- Cabernet Franc Tenuta Sette Cieli, Scipio, Tuscany, Italy 2017 - $220
- Cabernet Sauvignon+ Hedge Family Estate,La Haute Cuvee, Red Mountain, Washington, USA 2018 - $250
- Cabernet Sauvignon Revana Family Vineyards, Napa Valley, California, USA 2021 - $300
- Cabernet Sauvignon+ Opus One, Overture, Napa Valley, California, USA 2022 - $420
- Sangiovese Biondi Santi, Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy 2018 - $460
- Pinot Noir Dom Faiveley Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru Petite Chapelle, Cote de Nuits, France, 2022 - $480
- Sangiovese Castello Di Volpaia, Il Puro Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, Tuscany, Italy, 2020 - $500
- Sangiovese Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta 'Rennina', Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Italy, 2018 - $525
- Cabernet Sauvignon Opus One, Napa Valley, California, USA 2021, 2022 - $800
- Pinot Noir Dom Faiveley Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru, Cote de Nuits, France, 2021 - $900
Frequently Asked Questions about Semma
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Semma has a website at http://semma.nyc/, though the provided data does not mention if online ordering is available.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Semma supports vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, and pescatarian diets with dishes like Gutti Vankaya and Kozhi Allepey.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Based on the provided website http://semma.nyc/, this restaurant is located in New York City.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- 80% of the menu items listed meet these dietary needs, including vegan Kaikari Kurma and keto-friendly Kozhi Allepey.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Semma distinguishes itself as an expensive ($$$) Michelin-starred restaurant with a 4.2/5 rating for exceptional South Indian cuisine.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Rated 4.2/5, this expensive Michelin-starred restaurant is ideal for special occasions, with staff noted for their helpfulness during celebrations.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Rated 4.2/5, Semma offers a sophisticated energy and a lively, albeit sometimes crowded, atmosphere that guests consistently appreciate.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Semma is a Michelin-starred Indian restaurant that currently maintains an overall average rating of 4.2/5 from its customers.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features 15 highlighted dishes and accommodates 37 dietary preferences including vegan, keto, gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo options.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customers mention that the lively atmosphere can sometimes be crowded, even though they highly praise the exceptional South Indian cuisine.