Thelewala
A tiny Manhattan walk-up serving flavorful, hand-made Nizami rolls and Indian street food with a serious kick.
- Mon, Sun, 12:00 – 00:00 (+1); Tue – Thu, 12:00 – 02:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 00:00 – 04:00
- 112 MacDougal Street
- 4.2 (1011 reviews)
Description
Drawing its name from the Hindi term for hearty, home-style street meals, this spot serves scratch-made options ranging from the mild, signature Thelewala roll to the intensely fiery chicken Phall roll. The kitchen’s standout hot sauce delivers a deep, concentrated heat, though spice levels can sometimes catch you off guard on milder dishes. If you plan to stay, seating is limited to just a few stools. The kitchen turns orders out quickly and stays open late.
Good to know
Requires stairs