Lungi South Indian & Sri Lankan Restaurant

4.6 (1,273)restaurant

1136 1st Ave, New York, NY 10065, USA

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

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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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