Pangat

We came for the maharashtrian pop up and honestly the food was phenomenal! Being a maharashtrian myself I had high expectations and they were surpassed!! We ordered the fish thali and goat (mutton) thali. Both were incredible. Pomfret cooked to perfection - beautifully spiced with amsul, fried until golden brown made crispy with rava. The fish curry was aromatic and reminded me of my grandmas curry. For desert they had jalebi, which was so good I had 5. The service was excellent. It was truly a Pangat we connected with fellow customers and were offered more of anything we desired. Can’t wait come back!

We went there for the Diwali Lunch pop up and enjoyed their warm hospitality and delicious dishes that took us back home! Reminded of my Nani’s food ! The maharashtrian food here is so authentic that I didn’t get this quality and taste anywhere else! Also the Pangat style seating and the enthusiasm of the team here to make sure we eat well is so rare to find! Love this and would recommend to try it! We loved their Chicken Koliwada, sabudana vada, Vada Pav and the amazing chutneys! Desserts were outstanding as well! Kudos to the chef for bringing local maharashtrian flavours this far!

I’ve been there twice for their Sunday Maharashtrian Thali Pop-Up, and each time it has been an exceptional experience. The food is extremely authentic and transports me back home. The chicken/goat were cooked perfectly, and the fish (imported from Mumbai) was the right amount of flaky. The service is amazing, and the atmosphere is energetic and friendly. Come hungry, the portions are generous, and you’ll want to try everything. 10/10 recommend.

Had a great experience at Pangat!! Loved all the food. Especially Missal pav and Chilly paneer:) Baingun Bharta was way better than BUNGLOW!! Food reminded me of Mumbai, my home!! Would definitely recommend🫶🏻

I had an amazing experience at Pangat Restaurant! The Bara Pao, Masala Dosa, and Chaat were absolutely delicious so fresh, flavorful, and authentic. The Mango Lassi was creamy, refreshing, and the perfect complement to the meal. The food tasted homemade with such great quality, and the service was excellent. ✨ Highly recommend this place for anyone who loves fresh and flavorful dishes!

Tanvi Desai

If you’re craving real Maharashtrian flavors, Pangat is an absolute must-visit. This place truly does justice to classic street-style comfort food, and every dish feels made with heart and heritage. The Vadapav is spot on soft pav, perfectly spiced batata vada, and that unmistakable chutney hit that instantly takes you back to Mumbai streets. The Misal Pav is the star for me: beautifully balanced spice, rich tarri, crunchy farsan, and fresh onions bold, comforting, and deeply satisfying. The Pav Bhaji is equally impressive, loaded with flavor, buttery, and served with soft pav that soak up every bite. Portions are generous, the food is fresh, and the flavors are unapologetically authentic. The thali-style steel plates add to the traditional charm, making the whole experience feel homely and nostalgic. If you’re looking for an authentic Maharashtrian restaurant that delivers on taste, quality, and soul Pangat absolutely nails it. Highly recommended for anyone who loves regional Indian food done right. 🌶️🔥

Jerry Huntley

Fantastic Indian food. In my opinion, in the conversation for best in Park Slope. Thw owners are so nice and the service was attentive and friendly. The menu is short which allows them to mix it up with the daily specials, which have all been outstanding. The Vada Pav is crushable, I could eat a small platter. The butter chicken is wonderful, the curry is rich and silky and the chicken melts in your mouth. The chili paneer is lightly fried cubes of their pillowy paneer covered in a deep and complex chili sauce. They make the paneer in house daily and it shows. Overall, highly recommend Pangat. They are doing some wonderful things in the kitchen and deserve the praise and attention.

pratiek

This recently opened Indian food joint in Brooklyn, NYC checks all the boxes. They serve authentic Indian food along with the best Vadapav in town. This is a must visit place if you are looking for authentic Maharashtrian cuisine. They do have Sunday sit-outs where they serve fish, chicken & goat thalis. The menu is small but they do not compromise on quality and taste. 10/10 recommended !

J Burger

Hopeful this spot will build on its potential for being a great Indian restaurant in the ‘hood. We a started with Crispy puris, Sprouts Bhel and Pav Bhaji, which was the stand out of the three and I’d order again. The other two dishes had a suspicious egg like aroma to them (although no eggy taste) - not sure what that was about. For mains we shared a selection of the breads with butter chicken, the cauliflower and some rice. The two main dishes were excellent and the cauliflower delightfully spicy. The paratha’s, whilst tasty, were a bit stodgy and wet, which I wasn’t expecting. We also ordered a special, a chill paneer, which felt like it belonged in a different restaurant altogether, and wasn’t really enjoyed. I’d love to see a daal on the menu, and a more traditional paneer dish. The mango lassi was needed after the mains. Service was friendly and efficient. I will definitely return for the Sunday thali.

Simran Rajani

Visited Pangat recently and had a mixed but memorable experience. The space is beautifully designed, with two distinct seating areas front and back both tastefully decorated. I noticed Worli-style paintings that added a lovely cultural touch, and the tables bore a logo that made me wonder if the place had changed ownership. The hostess, who appeared Japanese, was warm and welcoming, and the overall staff vibe was friendly and attentive. I had reserved a table for Sunday evening, and everything was smooth on arrival. We ordered masala papad, Schezwan noodles, and tangdi kabab. The masala papad was crisp and flavorful, and the noodles while not quite the authentic desi-Chinese we expected were spicy and juicy. The server was great and service was fast. The tangdi kabab, however, was slightly undercooked and visibly pink inside. The chef did remove it from our bill and offered complimentary lassi, though the interaction felt a bit tense and unconvincing. That said, I appreciated the gesture. I also noticed several diners enjoying dosa and the food seemed genuinely tasty. I’ll definitely be back to try those next time. Despite the hiccup, the ambiance and hospitality stood out. Pangat has potential, and with a bit more consistency in the kitchen, it could be a go-to spot.

Umesh Parkar

First time attending the traditional style communal Sunday afternoon thali and still reminiscing the wonderful food and the overall experience. I had the Goat(black Maharashtrian masala) thali, and better half had Pomfret fry thali. Our veggie friend had the vegetarian thali. All the thalis carried flavor filled preparations. The entire experience was nostalgic akin to a traditional old school Maharastrian special occasion lunch “pangat”. Met the entire team behind the restaurant, felt amazing & grateful seeing all the hard work and commitment these folks are putting in 🫡 The kala masala goat mutton was soft juicy and its curry was pretty good. Pomfret First fry and the pomfret curry were good. Vegetarian curry and zhunka I was told were equally tasty. All 3 thalis come with perfectly made/baked “Bhakri” which is a very traditional Maharashtra bread and not at all easy to get it done right. Hats-off to the co-chef Aarti!! Also special shoutout to Sabudana fads which was soft and nicely flavored and ofcourse The “Alani” aka chicken stock soup was superb!! The experience of communal kitchen dining interacting with new ppl dining besides you is great and something hope can be done in some other NYC restaurants. My 2c unsolicited suggestions would be - instead of a large pomfret, maybe serve two smaller size pomfrets which helps in an even marination and thereby the flavors shine and standout more m. The thecha mutton can be spicier as akin to the name the thecha should deliver a punch(or maybe its tailored to the milder palettes?) In veg thalis a few appetizers like trio of kothimbir vadi, mini-batata vada, kaanda bhaji should be incorporated. Verdict - can’t wait to come back for the regular service and try some of l other delicacies on their menu. Definitely and highly recommend the thali experience and the restaurant itself.

Glenn C

Side note- Menu in person is a little bit different. They also had a bunch of specials, including a fried chicken appetizer, a whole crab, two other types of biryani (chicken and shrimp,) and a few others. Best dishes were the S.P.D.P, the biryani, and the Szechuan noodles. I was at this excellent new Indian restaurant earlier in the evening with one of my groups, whose chef used to cook for some of the Unapologetic Foods spots. The food was overall delicious, and while there were some hiccups in the service, it's understandable given how new they are. They were also very friendly and apologetic about the dosas taking so long, as one of the tawa grills was broken. They currently don't have a drink menu, but they do offer the usual Indian sodas and a non-alcoholic beer (Athletic Brewing). The restaurant is BYOB for now, and they should have a license by the end of December or so. The only appetizer we got was the S.P.D.P for $8. This was an excellent version of pani puri, or, in this case, dahi puri, since the filling was dahi/yogurt. It was a bit sweet but not too much, and there was a mild heat, presumably from the powder on top. The bit of sev on top added a nice crunch, along with the puri's texture. This was very tasty and very much worth it, as it came with four pieces. The best main dish was the Goat Biriyani Military Style for $28. It was a bit different from the usual biryani in a few ways: The bread crust/dome was much more cooked down and edible rather than just used as a cooking tool, and the rice was short-grain instead of the usual long-grain. Outside of these minor differences, the flavors were outstanding, with the goat extremely tender and the masala blend strong but not overpowering. There were plenty of crunchy onions, and the dish was nice and spicy, with the raita, which had some chopped vegetables, helping to balance the heat. Overall, this reminded me of the old Adda biryani before they moved to the East Village, outside of the short-grain rice, and I would highly recommend it. There was also a delicious version of Szechuan Noodles for $16. Compared to other spots that serve Indian Chinese food, I found the noodles a bit less oily and a bit spicier, which I appreciated, and the dish was only mildly sweet. I also liked the abundance of onions, though this is also because I'm not the hugest fan of bell peppers. The portion size was nice as well, with an ample amount of noodles. The Smoky Butter Chicken for $19 was also very tasty, though a bit expensive, since rice isn't included (it's an extra $5.) Compared to other spots, the gravy wasn't overly sweet and had a good amount of spice. The chicken was also tender inside, though I prefer larger pieces of meat elsewhere, even if it's a bit less tender. Aside from the price point, this was tasty and would work perfectly with the biryani. The Podi Masala Dosa for $14 was also tasty. However, I found that some other spots make a crispier dosa, such as the pretty close-by but fancier Lor, without mentioning some of the southern Indian spots specializing in dosas and other similar southern Indian breakfasts. The bit of potato inside had good flavor, and the podi added a bit of heat and crunch to the outside. The coconut chutney on the side was very nice as well. The last dish was the Silver Pomfret Rava Fry for $20. The best part of the fish was the outside due to the spiced semolina, which added a wonderful crunch. However, the fish inside wasn't as flavorful as a similar dish at Gazab. There is also apparently a masala variant on the online menu, which I would try next time, as it would probably penetrate the fish more and be closer to the latter restaurant. This was pretty good overall. Out of review room. Excellent food, and I presume the service qualms will go away once they've been around long enough. I presume they'll have long lines soon, just like the other more well-known Indian spots.

Sanjida Janny

I had an amazing experience at Pangat Restaurant! The Bara Pao, Masala Dosa, and Chaat were absolutely delicious so fresh, flavorful, and authentic. The Mango Lassi was creamy, refreshing, and the perfect complement to the meal. The food tasted homemade with such great quality, and the service was excellent. ✨ Highly recommend this place for anyone who loves fresh and flavorful dishes!

Thomas Bergeron

Absolutely delicious. One of the best Biriyani's I've had anywhere. And they had some amazing spicy/stewy chicken special that I will remember for a long time (see sweat). Best Indian on the block for sure!

Kimaya Malwade

We came for the maharashtrian pop up and honestly the food was phenomenal! Being a maharashtrian myself I had high expectations and they were surpassed!! We ordered the fish thali and goat (mutton) thali. Both were incredible. Pomfret cooked to perfection - beautifully spiced with amsul, fried until golden brown made crispy with rava. The fish curry was aromatic and reminded me of my grandmas curry. For desert they had jalebi, which was so good I had 5. The service was excellent. It was truly a Pangat we connected with fellow customers and were offered more of anything we desired. Can’t wait come back!

Pooja Jagtap

We went there for the Diwali Lunch pop up and enjoyed their warm hospitality and delicious dishes that took us back home! Reminded of my Nani’s food ! The maharashtrian food here is so authentic that I didn’t get this quality and taste anywhere else! Also the Pangat style seating and the enthusiasm of the team here to make sure we eat well is so rare to find! Love this and would recommend to try it! We loved their Chicken Koliwada, sabudana vada, Vada Pav and the amazing chutneys! Desserts were outstanding as well! Kudos to the chef for bringing local maharashtrian flavours this far!

Priyanka Dhakite

I’ve been there twice for their Sunday Maharashtrian Thali Pop-Up, and each time it has been an exceptional experience. The food is extremely authentic and transports me back home. The chicken/goat were cooked perfectly, and the fish (imported from Mumbai) was the right amount of flaky. The service is amazing, and the atmosphere is energetic and friendly. Come hungry, the portions are generous, and you’ll want to try everything. 10/10 recommend.

Ria Dagha

Had a great experience at Pangat!! Loved all the food. Especially Missal pav and Chilly paneer:) Baingun Bharta was way better than BUNGLOW!! Food reminded me of Mumbai, my home!! Would definitely recommend🫶🏻

Jonathan Lee

Updated review to share a picture of the butter chicken which we got on our second visit. Deeply flavorful, a touch sweeter and richer than standard recipes, and incredibly tender chicken thigh. The dishes on the menu are unique and have a flavor you can't find in your typical Indian takeout spot. If you're looking to be impressed, the flavors here make pangat worth a visit. The masala dosa had a fantastic spice mix and the goat biryani was rich and savory. Also really enjoyed the chat appetizer which was served like pani puri. Very highly recommend this place if you're a fan of some of NYC's other well known upscale south Asian restaurants and want to find similar flavors in a more relaxed environment!

sayli chavan

A Taste of Mumbai – Truly Memorable! It was a wonderful experience that brought back fond memories of Mumbai! The authentic Maharashtrian touch in every detail made it feel like home. Every dish we tried was absolutely delicious, but the real stars were the vada pav and pav bhaji – bursting with flavor and perfectly made. The staff were warm, humble, and added to the overall welcoming vibe. Definitely a must-visit for anyone craving that true Mumbai street food experience. ♥️

Pangat is an amazing restaurant, me and my husband love it so much! We have eaten at so many Indian restaurants in our lives and this is one of the best! Rahul and his wife are lovely hosts and made such an incredible lively dining experience. The menu is not overwhelmingly long and it has incredible options for vegetarian diners. Highly recommend the vada pav (perfectly spicy, can’t miss!!!!) and szechuan noodles! We also got paneer makhani and it was the softest paneer I’ve had in my life. We will definitely be coming back many more times.

Had an absolutely amazing dining experience at Pangat in Brooklyn. Finding authentic Maharashtrian cuisine in New York itself is special, but Pangat truly exceeded expectations. Every dish we tried was flavorful, fresh, and perfectly prepared truly reminding us of authentic Maharashtra style food. The must try non veg dishes are definitely the Pomfret Fry, Chicken koliwada, Prawns Sukka, and Ghati Chicken each dish was perfectly cooked, and full of traditional taste. For vegetarian options, the Pav Bhaji and Misal Pav were outstanding and tasted just like street food from Maharashtra. The Paneer Chilli and Gobi Manchurian were also amazing. If you are in New York and craving authentic Maharashtrian food, Pangat is a must visit restaurant. One of the best Maharashtrian dining experiences I’ve had here! Highly recommended 👍

Namita Kulkarni

I visited Pangat with my family and had a wonderful time. As a Maharashtrian I can confidently say this restaurant is the best Indian restaurant in the States because it offers you the opportunity to relish authentic Maharashtrian cuisine. The entire menu has great options, but the Mango Lassi, vada pav, cauliflower batata rassa bhaji, chapati, S.P.D.P., and Goat Biryani are a must-try! The Sunday thalis also offer a great variety and are definitely worth it. I also had the opportunity to speak with Aarti Deshpande. She is both a perfectionist and a professional! Most importantly, she is kind-hearted and welcoming which makes the experience even more special. Professional and friendly staff, amazing food, and a truly homely ambiance! It genuinely reminded me of my city, Mumbai. Thank you so much for treating us like family and giving us such a wonderful experience!

I ordered takeout because I live a bit out of the way, and as soon as I heard about this spot, I couldn’t wait to try it. I ordered the vada pav, spicy butter chicken, and a mango lassi — and overall, the food was fantastic. As someone born in Mumbai, I’m constantly chasing good vada pav, my all-time favorite food — and they absolutely nailed it. The pav was soft and buttery, the batata vada was incredibly flavorful, and the gunpowder chutney had the perfect kick. A total flavor bomb and easily the standout of my order. The main reason for the 4 stars is the butter chicken not coming with rice. This is the first time I’ve ever ordered curry from an Indian restaurant and not received rice with it. Since the dish wasn’t cheap and I wasn’t prepared to make rice at home, it was disappointing. I’m not sure if they forgot, but I’d strongly suggest including at least a small portion of rice with curry in the future. That said, the butter chicken itself was excellent — probably the best I’ve had in a long time. Tangy, well-spiced, perfectly balanced, and not overly creamy the way many places make it. The mango lassi was also yummy, pretty standard, though it didn’t come with a straw, which is another small detail worth improving for takeout orders. Overall, the flavors were incredible, and I’d definitely order again — especially for that vada pav.

Shefali Ingale

I ordered takeout because I live a bit out of the way, and as soon as I heard about this spot, I couldn’t wait to try it. I ordered the vada pav, spicy butter chicken, and a mango lassi — and overall, the food was fantastic. As someone born in Mumbai, I’m constantly chasing good vada pav, my all-time favorite food — and they absolutely nailed it. The pav was soft and buttery, the batata vada was incredibly flavorful, and the gunpowder chutney had the perfect kick. A total flavor bomb and easily the standout of my order. The main reason for the 4 stars is the butter chicken not coming with rice. This is the first time I’ve ever ordered curry from an Indian restaurant and not received rice with it. Since the dish wasn’t cheap and I wasn’t prepared to make rice at home, it was disappointing. I’m not sure if they forgot, but I’d strongly suggest including at least a small portion of rice with curry in the future. That said, the butter chicken itself was excellent — probably the best I’ve had in a long time. Tangy, well-spiced, perfectly balanced, and not overly creamy the way many places make it. The mango lassi was also yummy, pretty standard, though it didn’t come with a straw, which is another small detail worth improving for takeout orders. Overall, the flavors were incredible, and I’d definitely order again — especially for that vada pav.

Loved the SPDP, dosa, and goat biryani the first time I visited! The goat biryani was such a comforting dish - more like a pulao in texture, but absolutely delicious. Went back mainly for the biryani, and while the SPDP and dosa were just as good, the biryani was extremely disappointing this time -the meat was grounded and didn't taste good and the rice felt too dry. Really hope they bring back the original version, it was such a standout dish! the chicken noodles were great and definitely saved the day. Please please bring back the OG goat biryani!!!!

Srijani Thannir

Loved the SPDP, dosa, and goat biryani the first time I visited! The goat biryani was such a comforting dish - more like a pulao in texture, but absolutely delicious. Went back mainly for the biryani, and while the SPDP and dosa were just as good, the biryani was extremely disappointing this time -the meat was grounded and didn't taste good and the rice felt too dry. Really hope they bring back the original version, it was such a standout dish! the chicken noodles were great and definitely saved the day. Please please bring back the OG goat biryani!!!!

m m

I wanted to love this new spot so much. The patio seating is really cute. The staff is lovely and cordial. The food took a very long time to prepare. I was long done with my dosa, which was not as crisp as I'm accustomed to and had the tiniest bit of potato filling (I was offered more and asked for it, but never got it), though it tasted lovely and came adorned with a cute heart-shaped pat of butter, before my son's butter chicken even arrived. That was surprising, since normally I'd expect butter chicken to be prepared in advance and dosa to take longer to prepare. The butter chicken was different than I'm accustomed to, though well-spiced. The chapati was tasty, as was the masala papad. The portions are very small for the cost. It is also a la carte, and rice is separate. At that price point, rice should be included. I have never been to a restaurant that charges these prices and doesn't offer bread, or in this case perhaps papadam free with a meal. They were out of two of the items on the menu, and the menu doesn't offer much to begin with. I am, however, curious about the Sunday pop-up events, so I might give this place another try.

We came in and the restaurant was empty. Took an hour to get our food, and the portions were minuscule. One order was wrong, and the chicken was RAW. the curry was painfully spicy, and didnt come with rice. Apparently raw meat is not uncommon here. Would NOT recommend

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We came in and the restaurant was empty. Took an hour to get our food, and the portions were minuscule. One order was wrong, and the chicken was RAW. the curry was painfully spicy, and didnt come with rice. Apparently raw meat is not uncommon here. Would NOT recommend