Bhatti (pronounced bhut-TEA) means ancient open fire grill

Bhatti Indian Grill is an ultra-authentic north Indian restaurant in the heart of New York City that’s refined yet affordable, upscale and modern. Bhatti opened its doors in 2009 to much fan fare and accolades for the authenticity it brought to indian cuisine.

One of the city’s preeminent Indian chefs and restaurateurs, Gaurav Anand of Awadh and Moti Mahal Delux has completely revamped and renovated Bhatti Indian Grill just in time to celebrate its 10th anniversary this year. Perennially packed and attracting celebrities like Jennifer Lawrence and Food Network’s Duff Goldman, Bhatti became a popular dining destination due to its delicious, boldly-flavored food, especially kebabs, which always stood out among the generic menus of its Curry Hill neighbors. For its 10th anniversary, Gaurav wanted the restaurant that set him on a successful restaurant career to get a sexier new look, more elevated menu and an adventurous beverage program, befitting the next decade. Gaurav enlisted a premier design company, one of India’s best chefs and an up-and-coming sommelier to help him make Bhatti more exciting than ever.

When it opened in 2009, Bhatti was the first NYC restaurant to focus on India’s kebab culture and the updated menu now features 21 kebas, including new items like the extra-spicy Bullet Kebab made with ghost chilies; Rajma Ki Galouti, a vegetarian (red bean) version of the famous Galouti kebab; and Kasundi Shrimp with mustard and curry leaf. Large dishes include Aleppy Fish Curry, fish of the day simmered in coconut with curry leaves, green chilies and lime juice; Anjeer Malai Kofta, traditional Punjabi fig and mixed vegetable dumplings scented with rosewater that are often enjoyed on holidays; Meat Martaban, a slow cooked pickle-flavored lamb dish; Bhuna Gosht, goat meat cooked on the bone with garlic and ginger; and Dilli Butter Chicken, an authentic take on the creamy butter chicken, the traditional way.

Bhatti fans familiar with the restaurant’s generous wine BYOB policy will be happy to know that it will stay in place (limit to 2 bottles or for larger parties 1 bottle per couple).