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Front Dining - Bar - aRoqa, New York, NY
Award-winning

aRoqa

4.5
4.5
805 Reviews
$31 to $50
Indian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
Open for Lunch and Dinner


At aRoqa, we embrace the notion Indian dishes can be served tapas-style and in small plate fashion for sharing, perfect for couples on date night or intimate parties. Chef Ajay brings an elevated approach merging Indian flavors with a global palate and creative twists throughout. Drawing upon the varied and distinct flavors of regional India, each dish is a blend of vibrant, balanced flavors beautifully composed. Inspired by its name, in India friends and loved ones come together at a “roka” ceremony and celebrate by sharing a meal.

Roqa [pronounced roh-kuh; an engagement ceremony in India, is a celebration of love and commitment.] A unique marriage of cuisine and cocktails in a chic, sophisticated setting

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–19:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

  • aRoqa’s Executive Lunch Special

    US$23.00 - US$30.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Pressed for time? Enjoy a quick, affordable prix fixe lunch at aRoqa, featuring options for Vegetarian, Non-Vegetarian, Seafood, and Keto diets. In just 30 minutes, savor an appetizer, entree, and dessert – all designed for flavor and efficiency. Perfect for busy professionals in Chelsea, our Executive Lunch Special lets you recharge without missing a beat. Sides and platter additions available at an additional charge for our foodie diners!
  • Bottomless Brunch

    US$55.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at aRoqa for a one-of-a-kind Weekend Brunch experience. Embrace the art of sharing with our Indian tapas-style dishes. Explore a diverse menu featuring street food, South Indian flavors, and Chef's Punjabi Specials, each dish crafted to delight your senses. Elevate your brunch with our $55 Boozy Brunch special: enjoy any entrée paired with Unlimited mimosas for 90 minutes of pure indulgence. Immerse yourself in a culinary journey where every bite tells a story and every flavor transports you to the vibrant streets of India. Discover the magic of aRoqa, where food, culture, and community converge to create unforgettable moments.
  • Chef's Pre-Set Menu $62

    US$62.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Executive Chef AJ's curated dishes from different walks of India and culinary history Experience includes a variety of first course and main course dishes to choose from and finishes with a dessert to complete the meal

Offers

  • Happy Hour at aRoqa

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Tue - 17:00 - 19:00,Wed - 17:00 - 22:00,Thu - Fri - 17:00 - 19:00
    Enjoy cocktail happy hour Monday thru Friday 5 pm - 7 pm with $12 Mumbai Margaritas, Hot Toddies, Passion Fruit Mojitos and more. Available at bar only. Walks-ins welcome.

    Happy Hour at aRoqa photo
  • Wine Wednesdays (50% off!)

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 17:00 - 22:00
    Join us on Wednesday Dinners (5:00-10:00pm) to enjoy 50% off select bottles of white, red, or rose wines alongside your entrees!

What 805 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
aRoqa offers a delightful blend of modern Indian cuisine with a twist, making it a favorite for many. Guests rave about the "fantastic food, excellent service, and phenomenal ambience." The restaurant is praised for its "creative and tasty" dishes and "fun and unusual cocktails." Despite occasional service hiccups, aRoqa remains "one of the best Indian restaurants" in NYC with its unique flavors and exquisite presentation.

805 Reviews
  1. Paula

    San Francisco4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    I was shocked to conclude that the food wasn't fresh. I assume it was just reheated but not even reheated to be served hot - it was just warm and it immediately became cold (I got vegetarian Byriani, my bf had chicken and shrimp). I assume they maybe Sebeș the food from already made food in bins, in the back? I have no idea but I was suspicious about this from the moment we walked in because it didn't smell like food in the restaurant AT ALL. It smelled like perfume or something like that. Very strange. I must say though that the presentation was exquisite. However, that's not why we eat out. Also, some of the waiters had pretty strong BO. All in all, we were full when we left but not going back.

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  2. Toni

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Indian food we’ve had. The sauces were flavorful and delicate. Food came out fast since we were seated before 7pm. We want to take our family and friends who visit the city

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  3. Gerine VIP

    New York City58 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Not sure why they pack parties of 2 in tiny tables and leave the larger tables that are for parties of 4 empty, especially since parties of 4 seldom walk in without reservations. Food is very good most of the time.

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  4. Shirish VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Bun Maska omelette is the best… Services excellent warm and friendly can’t go wrong. If you really want to need a pic having a tomato in Vada Pav is a big no no. 😂

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  5. Derek VIP

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was one of the best Indian Restaurant I have been to outside of London !!! Loved it - great experience and fantastic service. The menu is amazing the Lamb Chop starter is SUPERB -Highly recommend going you will not be disappointed.

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  6. JOHANNA

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated a birthday brunch and couldn’t have asked for a better experience! From the warm welcome to the exceptional service, every detail was thoughtfully executed. Chef Ajay and his team prepared a delicious, flavorful meal that exceeded our expectations, with each dish beautifully presented and bursting with taste. The samosa chat,masala omelette and “butter chicken mac n cheese” were fantastic. The atmosphere was perfect for our celebration, making it a truly memorable occasion. We’ll definitely be returning for dinner to enjoy more of this incredible dining experience!

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  7. Biren

    San Francisco7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    service was good but food didn’t meet my expectations.

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  8. Kim VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a wonderful meal and just wish we could have tried more. Would love to return to do so. Everything we had was delicious and beautifully prepared. Helpful and attentive service.

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  9. Imaan

    London4 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Was clearly overbooked, staff forgot dishes and was way overpriced for the quality… Wanted to love this but sadly one of the worst dining experiences I’ve had in NY for a while…

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  10. Troy

    New York City36 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    A bit loud and crowded, but the food rocked. Solid service for a packed house on Valentine's Day.

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FAQs

aRoqa does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats.

aRoqa is rated 4.5 stars by 805 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for aRoqa

206 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–19:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of Use
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