Fun and Frugal: Indian Rowe NYC with Alecia

If it's a little tacky decoration mixed with curry that you desire, head over to the East Village for some fine Indian cuisine. The food in every restaurant on 6th Avenue is deliciously inexpensive and you won't go away hungry. If it's real ambiance you desire, many of the restaurants offer tacky decorations and fine music. I actually prefer the restaurants that are a complete decoration fire hazard-adds an extra thrill to the dining experience. These restaurants cater to both small and large groups and are perfect for families looking for something different, while managing a travel budget to a great local place for a friends or couples to gather at. Most restaurants do not serve booze, but welcome you to bring your favorite alcoholic beverage and will gladly uncork it for you. There is a little liquor store on 5th Street between 1st and 2nd, that is perfect for a last minute wine pickup.

Some of my favorite dishes are Chicken Malei, chicken in an almond cream sauce or the banana pakora, banana wrapped in dough and fried. Don't forget to order bread-there are many choices to choose from including your basic nan to varieties stuffed with nuts and raisins. Try the dipping sauces they provide to you on the table and remember the green one is HOT!

Indian is fun and filling and if your are able to snag a coupon on the corner of 2nd Ave and 6th street, you might even feel guilty about how cheap your meal is.

Take the 6 to Astor Place. Indian or Curry Rowe is located on 6th Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues. You may even catch someone handing out coupons on the corner on 2nd Ave and 6th Street.

Some notable restaurants:
Brick Lane Curry House 306 E 6th Street
Havel 100 2nd Avenue
Banjara 97 1st Avenue