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Restaurant Reviews for Amma

Amma

246 E. 51st Street
New York, NY 10022

Amma, the name means "Mother", is an intimate restaurant and has the same soothing qualities. Opened in 2002 by Anju Sharma, is a gem tucked away on the upper east side of Manhattan, the stylish restaurant evokes images of spices, with its ochre colored walls and sensuous red-orange suede wrap-around banquettes. Art deco chandeliers and pristine linens complete the ambience. In a short period of time, Amma has received numerous accolades from the press. Amma was rated "Two Stars" by Mr. William Grimes of NY Times. At Amma, the wine list is updated on a weekly basis and is carefully chosen from 30 countries from around the world. Amma, shows its guest a different India, so old that it is fresh.

Dining Style: Fine Dining
Price: $50 and over
Parking: Public Lot
Cross Street: Between 2nd & 3rd Ave
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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating 4.1 out of 5 4.1 out of 5 (119 Reviews)
Food 4.3 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.6 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.1 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.8 out of 3 (Moderate)
Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

  • fit for foodies (57)
  • neighborhood gem (43)
  • romantic (38)
  • notable wine list (19)
  • special occasion (18)
  • great for lunch (17)
  • good for groups (8)
  • hot spot (3)
  • late-night find (2)
  • great for brunch (1)
  • scenic view (1)

Amma Reviews List
Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"the food at amma is the best representation of regional Indian cuisine with a twist of fusion in the city. the service has now improved to match the food (previously found the staff so incredibly arrogant in serving Indian people that we actually refused to go back for many years). the menu is very good - we were particularly impressed by the spinach chat, trio of rice and goan fish curry. the wine list is excellent for a neighbourhood indian restaurant. would definitely recommend it for those looking beyond chicken tikka masala!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/17/2010
(review submitted 03/19/2010)
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Review 2 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Considerate wait staff - nice restaurant atmosphere - good service and paid attention during lunch for drink refills....reasonably priced lunch for four with excellent food on the specials list....very good Indian Food - would go back and recd to friends."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/08/2010
(review submitted 03/16/2010)
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Review 3 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"This was my first experience at Amma and it was incredible. It was my birthday and there were flowers waiting on the table for us and they even addressed us by our names and took our coats. The waiters were extremely knowledgeably about the food and wine pairings. I highly recommend this restaurant!"

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/15/2010
(review submitted 03/16/2010)
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Review 4 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"If you have friends who are skittish about trying Indian food, take them here. If they don't like this meal, they will never like Indian. The waitstaff was helpful, the food well-prepared and nicely presented. Upscale dining and inventive food."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/09/2010
(review submitted 03/11/2010)
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Review 5 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Amma is great! I've recently moved back to the US after living in New Delhi for several years, Amma stands up to the best restaurants in Delhi. Make sure you don't skip appetizers, they do a great job on their chaat. I was also really impressed by their wine list, quite good for an Indian restaurant."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/05/2010
(review submitted 03/08/2010)
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Review 6 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"I have Indian food at least once a week and have for many years. I was introduced to the cuisine many years ago living in London. I have sampled most of the high end restaurants in Manhattan (classic Indian: Tamarind, Dawat, Chola and fusion, like Tabla. The food at Amma was truly outstanding. I would add that the service was excellent, the staff was warm, helpful and very well informed. The owner came by and was actively working the room. All in all the best Indian food we have had in Manhattan."

Special Features: romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/03/2010
(review submitted 03/05/2010)
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Review 7 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Very good meal- good value -attentive service"

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/25/2010
(review submitted 03/02/2010)
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Review 8 for Amma

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"The service was appallingly bad. We waited over an hour for our fist course and the rest of the meal was similar in timing. Worse yet, the management and staff attitude was at best, inattentive and indifferent. Excellent food but a terrible dining experience, particularly as I was entertaining my clients."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/25/2010
(review submitted 03/01/2010)
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Review 9 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"My friend and I enjoyed our meal tremendously in this tiny restaurant. The only food complaint was that the chicken in the butter chicken was pretty overcooked. But everything else was perfect. The decor is really pretty, and the service was excellent. There were two groups nearby that got quite loud, but that's not the restaurant's fault. They had to keep us standing in the very tiny and busy coat/bar area until our table was ready, and so they gave us a lovely dessert on the house. A great evening, hope to return on my next trip to NY."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/20/2010
(review submitted 02/26/2010)
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Review 10 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"At first, I wasn't sure if I'd like the oferings. We both loved it. Great food, great service, enjoyed it."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/02/2010
(review submitted 02/24/2010)
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Review 11 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"This Saturday night was my first trip to Amma but it certainly won't be my last. The food was incredible, the best Indian food I've ever had in NYC. My friend and I were able to partake in the Restaurant Week menu which was extra special as it came with soup or salad, 2 appetizers, an entree, naan, and dessert for $35. Unbelievable! You have to try the chili shrimp appetizer and the mango cheesecake dessert as they were my favorites. My only complaints were that we had to ask for the naan early as it was not served until the entrees and that our table experienced a lot of foot traffic that would have been distracting for a romantic evening."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/20/2010
(review submitted 02/23/2010)
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Review 12 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Amazing food, good service, makeshift if serviceable space, very loud."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/20/2010
(review submitted 02/22/2010)
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Review 13 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Excellent food that was fairly unique and an extensive menu for such a small venue. Highly personable staff and muted decor especially for an Indian restaurant. I would recommend it to family,friends and even people I hardly know!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/07/2010
(review submitted 02/20/2010)
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Review 14 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"An outstanding dinner we put our meal in the hands of our waiter and the chef and were not disappointed."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/18/2010
(review submitted 02/20/2010)
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Review 15 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"The spinach and chickpea dish was the best we've ever had and we eat a lot of saag and chana. We'll definitely return the next time we're in New York."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/12/2010
(review submitted 02/18/2010)
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Review 16 for Amma

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"My bf took me here for V day and the food was great. The portions could be bigger andthe price is way to expensive. However the waiter service was excellent."

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/16/2010)
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Review 17 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"This is the first time in a long time, I have to say I can't wait to get back to the restaurant. My friend and I both chose the taster menu(one veg and one non-veg). Well worth the $50. Staff explained what each dish was. It was not the "regular" Indian fare I was used to. My only regret was, they really didnt rush us and let us savor each course, but we had to catch a show across town so we had to ask them to speed it up!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/15/2010)
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Review 18 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Our server was very friendly and accommodating, as my friend and I had reservations on the amount of spiciness of the food. Food, itself, was very authentic, and quite good! Nice surprise by the end of the night when our server provided us each with a $25 gift card to their restaurant to come back again for dinner!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/11/2010
(review submitted 02/12/2010)
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Review 19 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Came for RW dinner with 3 other people- everyone loved the food. Cute little place with nice music (not loud). Decor is not overdone, pleasant colors/ art/ details, warm atmosphere. Wine list is trully impressive (I dined with Parisian people- they know their wine! and they loved the Reserve list). It's not a huge place, but good for smaller groups.

Overall, a very satisfying experience : )"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/07/2010
(review submitted 02/09/2010)
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Review 20 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"I went for lunch for Restaurant Week. The portions were perfect, the service was impeccable, the food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented. The restaurant is a little quiet and not a place I would go for action, but overall it was an excellent meal at an excellent restaurant."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/07/2010
(review submitted 02/08/2010)
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Review 21 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Food was perfect. Great Service."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/03/2010
(review submitted 02/07/2010)
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Review 22 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Went for Restaurant Week. I've never been there for any other occasion so I don't know how their restaurant week menu compared to their normal one, but the selection, to me, was great. The service was prompt and the food was completely delicious."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/05/2010
(review submitted 02/07/2010)
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Review 23 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Delicious! Service was a little slow this week because it was restaurant week, but otherwise I have found the service to be very good. I saw things on the restaurant week menu that I've never seen on an Indian restaurant's menu before - nice surprise."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/03/2010
(review submitted 02/05/2010)
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Review 24 for Amma

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"i love Indian food and this was a good choice. Not much of atmosphere and the tables are pretty close to each other, but the service and food are good. A bit under spiced for authentic Indian food."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 02/04/2010)
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Review 25 for Amma

Overall Rating 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
"Definitely not worth the trip or money. The food was average, the service was slow, (our reservation was at 9P and we didnt receive the entree until after 10:30P), and the presentation was poor."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 02/03/2010)
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Review 26 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"An exciting new find with extremely helpful staff anxious to describe the dishes offered.
We would certainly revisit."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/01/2010
(review submitted 02/03/2010)
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Review 27 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"I tried Amma for Restaurant Week, specifically because opentable.com indicated that it was expensive (why go cheap?) and because I love Indian food. Their offering was unusually varied and generous (soup, two apps, main and dessert) and every dish was innovative and delicious. The sommelier was quite knowledgeable and proud of his wine list. I can't say much for the decor (the place is small, and we were in the narrowest part of the room), but everything else was so nice that it didn't seem to matter. I will be going back for a "regular" meal; if the experience is as excellent as the one I just had, Amma will become a destination restaurant for me, despite the price."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/01/2010
(review submitted 02/03/2010)
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Review 28 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We went during NYC Restaurant Week, unknowingly. Asked for the regular menu and were well pleased. The food was great, especiallyn the rogan josh and crispy okra. The service was outstanding and very entertaining. We had a great time."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/27/2010
(review submitted 02/03/2010)
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Review 29 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Don't let your date wait for you -- there's no area to stand/wait so you are seated immediately or have to stand in the dining room. The front door opens directly into the small dining room. Some might not like this, but I thought it added to the uniqueness. Overall the food and the presentation was very good. Portions were on the smaller side -- a welcome change. My lamb chops were tough and probably undercooked for most diners -- I wasn't asked how I wanted them done. Overall positive experience. However, with so many restaurants in New York, I'm not sure I would go again."

Special Features: romantic

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/01/2010
(review submitted 02/03/2010)
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Review 30 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"The restaurant is small but you don't feel crowded. We went here for restaurant week and the meal was fantastic. Service was wonderful and attentive. The food was delicious."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/29/2010
(review submitted 02/02/2010)
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Review 31 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Amma was awesome!!! The food was so good it would make you want to slap your mama! The service was a little too attentive, but how beautiful it looked inside made up for it. Will definitely go back!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/28/2010
(review submitted 01/31/2010)
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Review 32 for Amma

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"My husband and I went there for restaurant week. The manager was very good and polite but the waiter's service was notably different to the service given to the table next to us who ordered from the regular menu. They arrived at least ten minutes after us and were on desert when we were only getting our appetizers(and the waiter got one of my appetizers wrong but sending it back wasn't worth another half hour wait). Food was good but not worth going back to."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/28/2010
(review submitted 01/31/2010)
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Review 33 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Given that it was Restaurant Week our hopes weren't particularly high. Boy, were we wrong! They produced a wonderful four course menu with a wide variety of choices, all of those which we tried were fabulous. Probably the best Indian food I have ever tested. Great selection of wines too. We'll be back for sure."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/27/2010
(review submitted 01/29/2010)
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Review 34 for Amma

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Food was good, but the place is terrible."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/27/2010
(review submitted 01/29/2010)
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Review 35 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"I live in the nieghborhood and this was a great discoery."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/26/2010
(review submitted 01/28/2010)
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Review 36 for Amma

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Portion is definitely on the small side. In my opinion, Tamarind is a better restaurant both for the food and ambiance. We were having problem locating Amma, it's like going to someone's apartment, no clear sign outside where the entrance."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/26/2010
(review submitted 01/28/2010)
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Review 37 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"The tasting menu provides an unbelievable value in great food -- do come hungry! And the service is truly top flight."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/24/2010)
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Review 38 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We tried the chef's tasting menu. They were extremely helpful in explaining the different dishes and how to eat them. They also substituted Butter Chicken for my wife's entree on the Vegetarian tasting menu. The wine list was average. Overall, the food was excellent and the service was outstanding. An excellent restaurant!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/29/2009
(review submitted 01/16/2010)
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Review 39 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Great place. Let them select the food and wine. Great service."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/12/2010
(review submitted 01/14/2010)
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Review 40 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The staff was very attentive and welcoming from the moment we walked in. Very nice atmosphere, and helpful service. Our server was very accommodating, and answered all questions in a helpful manner. The food was excellent! The Chicken Kolhapuri had a great spiciness to it without being overwhelming, and the Basmati rice was cooked to perfection. The naan was fresh and delicious. Overall a great place to take a date."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/12/2010
(review submitted 01/14/2010)
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Review 41 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"This was our second meal at Amma. Both were characterized by excellent, flavorful food. The tandoori lamb chops were exceptionally good. The prices, while not cheap, were moderate in comparison to more hyped places. All in all, Amma is a very good restaurant, not just a very good Indian restaurant."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/09/2010
(review submitted 01/12/2010)
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Review 42 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Fantastic food and service. Vivek and all the staff were very courteous and friendly. We shall definitely be going back for more!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/09/2010
(review submitted 01/11/2010)
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Review 43 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We booked Amma at the last minute just by looking on Open Table for Indian in Midtown then checking the reviews. It turned out to be an absolute gem! The food and presentation were exceptional. Comments other reviewers and Amma's site made about the wine list are correct - it's little so the wine list doesn't run to hundreds, but of the many (more expensive and better known) fine dining establishments we visited in north America Amma had perhaps the best wine list, most interesting in terms of choices of style and winery from each country, diversity of countries and regions represented, and in terms of including appropriate information about the wines. Service was also excellent. A very happy dining memory for two travelling Aussies!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/09/2010)
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Review 44 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We had dinner at Amma on New Year's Eve. It was an incredible experience. The food was absolutely delicious, the drinks were divine, and the service was outstanding. They offered a special menu for the evening that provided a 6 or 7 course dining experience. EVERYTHING was awesome...from soup to dessert!"

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/03/2010)
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Review 45 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Outstanding food, very attentive and pleasant service. Will definitely return next time we visit New York City"

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/17/2009
(review submitted 12/19/2009)
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Review 46 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We came to Amma with high expectations and were not disappointed. Definitely some of the best Indian food in the city - with a more diverse regional sweep than most. The dining room is a pleasant spot, service is excellent, and all the food was terrific. Whatever your prior experience with okra may be, do NOT miss the fried okra. Already looking forward to a return visit."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/09/2009
(review submitted 12/11/2009)
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Review 47 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Extremely good Indian food is complimented by the friendly, helpful wait staff"

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/09/2009
(review submitted 12/11/2009)
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Review 48 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Authentic Indian food, superbly prepared. Don't sit near the front door, especially in winter as it can be quite cold. Staff is well-trained, attentive and professional. Tandoori sea bass was outstanding."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/05/2009
(review submitted 12/07/2009)
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Review 49 for Amma

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Food was excellent...will definitely recommend to others"

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/04/2009
(review submitted 12/07/2009)
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Review 50 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"I went to Amma Saturday night with a friend and we had the non vegetarian tasting menu with the wine pairing. It was one of my more memorable meals out in a long while. The food was excellent. It was very flavor intense, interesting, and well prepared across the board. The wine pairings complimented the food nicely. The service was professional, friendly and very attentive. The restaurant is tiny and the ambiance is very pleasant. I can't wait to go back soon."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/05/2009
(review submitted 12/07/2009)
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Review 51 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The best way to appreciate this restaurant is to go for the tasting menu with wine paring."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/21/2009
(review submitted 12/06/2009)
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Review 52 for Amma

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Overall the food was okie.The problem was that there was no information on the website that said close from 3-5pm.I looked carefully on the website and didn't find it or they should have made it more noticeable to viewers. The problem with that was they made it very uncomfortable because they came up like 4-5 times to let us know they have to vacuum and close.Also,they walked around the table too many times so it felt as if we needed to leave. They didn't inform us that the kitchen will be closing before so if we needed anything we can order.They came up said kitchen's closed.I wanted desert which I informed them when they were taking the food order.I asked three times but they won't do anything to get it basically NO!kitchen's closed."

Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, great for lunch

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/19/2009
(review submitted 12/04/2009)
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Review 53 for Amma

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Food was very good...staff not very attentive bu tOK"

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/27/2009
(review submitted 12/03/2009)
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Review 54 for Amma

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Fantastic food, service and ambiance. The staff made us feel welcome!Best Indian food we have ever had!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/26/2009
(review submitted 12/02/2009)
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Review 55 for Amma

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Our dining experience was wonderful. The service was exceptional; the owner and maitre-d were so acccomodating, one would think we were the only patrons in the restaurant. But, we weren't; it was full. The food, too, was terrific; in particular, the lambchops and chicken were flavorful, fresh, and succulant. In addition, the ice cream and pastry desserts were unusual and very tasty. We will return!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/20/2009
(review submitted 11/22/2009)
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Amma Based on the average of (64) ratings-only reviews
Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Food 4.1 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.6 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.9 out of 3 (Moderate)
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