
Lungi South Indian & Sri Lankan Restaurant
4.6 (1,273)restaurant
This Upper East Side spot pairs fiery South Indian and Sri Lankan plates with cocktails infused with regional flavors.
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Mervyn WinstonOwner
Albin VincentChef
Andrew SimethyChef
ThirunavukkarasuChef
Rushdhun RamzyChef
Description


Beyond standard staples, the kitchen offers less common regional specialties like a spiced, tender Madurai goat chukka. The bar matches the food's heat with drinks like a Ceylon cocktail, which balances an arrack base with house-made lemon cordial. Guests eat in a space that features an enclosed patio, though some note that pricing runs high for a casual night out.
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