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Akbar Restaurant - Garden City, Garden City, NY

Akbar Restaurant - Garden City

4.8
4.8
419 Reviews
$31 to $50
Indian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Great for creative cocktails
Akbar, with genuine Indian character and charm, is aptly named after the Grand Mogul Emperor famous for splendor of his hospitality, fabulous feasts and elegance of living. As the first Indian Restaurant in Long Island, Akbar has lived up to its name, providing unparalleled services to its guests for years. Inspired by the diverse tastes and flavors from India, each chef at Akbar not only brings years of culinary expertise to each dish, but also has his own specialty, creating a unique balance in each menu item. An elegant setting with dramatic high ceilings, plush carpeting, Indian carvings, and the romantic glow of candle light add to the memorable and unique dining experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Asian, Contemporary Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (516) 357-8300
  • Website
    http://www.theakbar.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    As one of the premier caterers in the tri-state area, Akbar Restaurant has managed numerous social and corporate, both on and off premises, events over the past 35 years. Our success can be most attributed to our dedication to producing the highest quality food and putting our clients’ needs first. We have received numerous accolades and recognition not only within the Indian community, but also within the broader tri-state area. We proudly cater at the Hilton, Marriott, the Mandarin Oriental, Gotham Hall, and the Crest Hollow Country Club.
  • Private party facilities
    Akbar is an ideal venue for a variety of occasions including, sweet sixteens, corporate events, weddings, engagement events and anniversaries. With over 40 years of experience, our event planners always provide individual attention to every client, ensuring that each guest experiences the utmost in banquet experience. Additionally, events are not limited to the indoors, as an outdoor area is available to guests to truly make every event at our venue a memorable experience.
  • Location
    2 South Street, Garden City, NY 11530
  • Area
    Garden City
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Appetizers

  • Barbeque ShrimpUSD 12.00

    pan fried with tomatoes, garlic and soy sauce

    • Fish AmritsariUSD 13.00

      crispy tilapia marinated in chickpea flour with mixed herbs & spices

      • Chili Fried ShrimpUSD 12.00

        prepared with graham flour and mixed spices

        • Assorted Appetizer PlatterUSD 15.00

          assortment of samosas (three pieces), mixed pakora, seekh kebab and chicken tikka

          • Chicken LollipopUSD 12.50

            chicken wings wok tossed in a chili garlic sauce

            • Gobi Manchurian*USD 13.00

              cauliflower and bell peppers wok tossed in a chili garlic sauce

              • Honey Chili Lotus StemUSD 12.00

                crispy lotus stems wok tossed in a honey chili sauce

                • Chili PaneerUSD 13.00

                  cottage cheese and bell peppers wok tossed in a chili garlic sauce

                  • SamosaUSD 10.00

                    seasoned peas and potatoes wrapped in a crispy pastry

                    • Ragda PattiesUSD 11.00

                      potato patties served on a bed of spiced chickpeas with finely chopped onions and tamarind chutney

                      • Mixed PakoraUSD 9.50

                        cauliflower, potato and spinach spiced fritters

                        • Papdi ChaatUSD 11.00

                          crispy wafers served with spiced chickpeas, yogurt and tamarind chutney topped with chaat masala and sev

                          • Cheese Kulcha Naan*USD 6.00

                            stuffed with cream cheese and bell peppers

                            Soups and Salads

                            • Mango Walnut SaladUSD 8.00

                              mesclun, apples, mangoes and walnuts with a spiced mango based dressing

                              • Mulligatawny SoupUSD 8.00

                                lentil based broth prepared with rice

                                • RaitaUSD 5.00

                                  lightly churned yogurt with grated cucumber

                                  Tandoor Se - Clay Oven Specialties

                                    Seafood

                                    • Prawn AftabiUSD 30.00

                                      tiger grilled shrimp prepared with tumeric & mixed spices and topped with lemon juice

                                      • Fish TikkaUSD 27.00

                                        grilled salmon prepared with mixed herbs & spices

                                        Lamb

                                        • Lamb Chops*USD 40.00

                                          marinated in a white pepper based yogurt sauce topped with fresh lemon juice and cilantro

                                          • Seekh KebabUSD 23.00

                                            minced lamb rolled on a skewer marinated in jalapeño peppers, black peppers, nutmeg powder and mace powder

                                            Chicken

                                            • Tandoori Murgh

                                              bone-in grilled chicken marinated in yogurt and red chili, coriander and cumin powder

                                              • Full ChickenUSD 24.00
                                              • Half ChickenUSD 14.00

                                            • Chicken Malai Kebab*USD 24.00

                                              boneless tender chicken marinated in white pepper powder and mixed spices topped with cilantro

                                              • Chicken TikkaUSD 24.00

                                                boneless chicken marinated in yogurt and red chili, coriander and cumin powder

                                                • Haldiwala ChickenUSD 24.00

                                                  boneless chicken marinated in a yogurt tumeric based sauce

                                                  • Chicken Seekh KebabUSD 22.00

                                                    minced chicken rolled on a skewer marinated in jalapeño peppers, black peppers, nutmeg powder and mace powder

                                                    Vegetarian

                                                    • Tandoori Paneer Tikka*USD 20.00

                                                      cottage cheese marinated with mint and fenugreek served on a skewer with green peppers, broccoli, mushrooms and onions

                                                      • Tandoori Achari MushroomUSD 17.00

                                                        charcoal grilled prepared in a pickle based sauce

                                                        • Mixed Tandoori VegetablesUSD 17.00

                                                          grilled peppers, mushrooms, cauliflower, broccoli and eggplant marinated in a mild signature spice blend

                                                          Handi Se - Curry Specialties (Excludes Rice)

                                                            Seafood

                                                            • Prawn Kebab Masala*USD 30.00

                                                              tiger tandoor grilled prawns served in a mildly spicy tomato gravy prepared with onions and bell peppers

                                                              • Prawn MalabarUSD 27.00

                                                                coconut based gravy

                                                                • Saag ShrimpUSD 27.00

                                                                  creamed spinach gravy

                                                                  • Bengal Fish CurryUSD 27.00

                                                                    marinated mahi mahi fish served in a tomato & onion based gravy

                                                                    Lamb & Goat

                                                                    • Lamb / Goat VindalooUSD 24.00

                                                                      spicy fiery red chili based gravy

                                                                      • Lamb / Goat Saag GoshtUSD 24.00

                                                                        creamed spinach gravy

                                                                        • Lamb / Goat Rogan Josh*USD 24.00

                                                                          slow-cooked lamb/goat in an onion gravy

                                                                          Chicken

                                                                          • Chicken Tikka Masala*USD 23.00

                                                                            creamy tomato gravy with fenugreek

                                                                            • Chicken SaagwalaUSD 23.00

                                                                              creamed spinach gravy

                                                                              • Chicken VindalooUSD 23.00

                                                                                spicy fiery red chili based gravy

                                                                                • Kadai ChickenUSD 23.00

                                                                                  onion & tomato gravy prepared with onions and bell peppers

                                                                                  • Chicken CurryUSD 23.00

                                                                                    slow-cooked in a light onion based gravy

                                                                                    • Chicken Kali MirchUSD 23.00

                                                                                      black pepper based curry

                                                                                      • Chicken JalapenoUSD 23.00

                                                                                        onion, tomato gravy with spiced jalapeño

                                                                                        • Chicken Keema MatarUSD 23.00

                                                                                          minced chicken and peas

                                                                                          Vegetarian

                                                                                          • Palak Paneer*USD 20.00

                                                                                            cottage cheese prepared in a creamed spinach gravy

                                                                                            • Kadai PaneerUSD 20.00

                                                                                              onion, tomato gravy prepared with cottage cheese & bell peppers

                                                                                              • Paneer Makhani*USD 20.00

                                                                                                cottage cheese in a creamy tomato gravy with fenugreek

                                                                                                • Kurkuri BhindiUSD 17.00

                                                                                                  crispy okra prepared with mixed spices

                                                                                                  • Malai Kofta*USD 17.00

                                                                                                    vegetable croquettes in a cashew based gravy

                                                                                                    • Baingan DahiwalaUSD 17.00

                                                                                                      sautéed eggplant in a yogurt based curry

                                                                                                      • Sukhi DalUSD 15.00

                                                                                                        sautéed lentils with onions, tomatoes and roasted spices

                                                                                                        • Aloo GobiUSD 17.00

                                                                                                          cauliflower and potatoes prepared with mixed spices

                                                                                                          • Jeera AlooUSD 17.00

                                                                                                            potatoes prepared with cumin seeds and mixed spices

                                                                                                            • Mirchi Ka SalanUSD 18.00

                                                                                                              spicy curried jalapeño peppers prepared with baby corn

                                                                                                              • Chana MasalaUSD 15.00

                                                                                                                spiced chickpeas

                                                                                                                • Baingan BhartaUSD 17.00

                                                                                                                  roasted eggplant cooked with tomatoes and mixed spices

                                                                                                                  • Tadka DalUSD 15.00

                                                                                                                    yellow lentils, herbs and cilantro garnish

                                                                                                                    • Dal MakhaniUSD 16.00

                                                                                                                      creamy slow cooked black lentils

                                                                                                                      Basmati Chawal - Rice Delicacies

                                                                                                                      • Tarkari PulaoUSD 6.00

                                                                                                                        basmati rice with carrots and peas

                                                                                                                        • Sada ChawalUSD 6.00

                                                                                                                          steamed basmati rice

                                                                                                                          Handi Biryani

                                                                                                                          slow cooked basmati rice prepared with herbs and saffron

                                                                                                                          • Lamb / Goat BiryaniUSD 24.00

                                                                                                                            • Chicken BiryaniUSD 23.00

                                                                                                                              • Shrimp BiryaniUSD 25.00

                                                                                                                                • Vegetable BiryaniUSD 18.00

                                                                                                                                  Roti - Breads

                                                                                                                                  • NaanUSD 5.00

                                                                                                                                    tandoor baked bread

                                                                                                                                    • Garlic NaanUSD 6.00

                                                                                                                                      with minced garlic and cilantro

                                                                                                                                      • Onion Kulcha NaanUSD 6.00

                                                                                                                                        with finely chopped onions and cilantro

                                                                                                                                        • Cheese Kulcha Naan*USD 6.00

                                                                                                                                          stuffed with cream cheese and bell peppers

                                                                                                                                          • Paneer Kulcha NaanUSD 6.00

                                                                                                                                            with minced cottage cheese

                                                                                                                                            • Akbari NaanUSD 6.00

                                                                                                                                              with mixed nuts, sliced almonds and raisins

                                                                                                                                              • Keema NaanUSD 8.00

                                                                                                                                                with minced lamb and herbs

                                                                                                                                                • Tandoori RotiUSD 5.00

                                                                                                                                                  baked whole wheat flour

                                                                                                                                                  • ParathaUSD 6.00

                                                                                                                                                    thick baked whole wheat baked bread

                                                                                                                                                    • Laccha Paratha*USD 7.00

                                                                                                                                                      multilayered wheat flour baked bread

                                                                                                                                                      • Gobi ParathaUSD 7.00

                                                                                                                                                        stuffed with cauliflower

                                                                                                                                                        • Aloo ParathaUSD 7.00

                                                                                                                                                          stuffed with spiced potatoes

                                                                                                                                                          • Pudina ParathaUSD 6.00

                                                                                                                                                            plain paratha flavored with mint

                                                                                                                                                            • Methi ParathaUSD 6.00

                                                                                                                                                              plain paratha stuffed with fenugreek leaves

                                                                                                                                                              • PooriUSD 7.00

                                                                                                                                                                deep fried whole wheat puffed bread

                                                                                                                                                                Last updated: 2 February 2022

                                                                                                                                                                What 419 people are saying

                                                                                                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                                                                                4.8
                                                                                                                                                                4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                                                                • 4.9Food
                                                                                                                                                                • 4.7Service
                                                                                                                                                                • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                                                                                • 4.3Value

                                                                                                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                                                                                                • New York State

                                                                                                                                                                  Best Food

                                                                                                                                                                • Nassau

                                                                                                                                                                  Best Food

                                                                                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                                                Akbar Restaurant in Garden City offers a delightful Indian dining experience with "consistently excellent" food and service. Guests rave about the "delicious" dishes, including butter chicken and naan, in a "lovely atmosphere." It's a "great venue for a party" with attentive staff, making it a "definite must-go!"

                                                                                                                                                                419 Reviews

                                                                                                                                                                1. Diana

                                                                                                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                                                                                                  50 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                                  50 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  Dined on 5 November 2024

                                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                  Fantastic! Delicious food! Nice setting. Great wine choices too.

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                                                                                                                                                                2. Sharon

                                                                                                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  Dined on 28 October 2024

                                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                                                  The food , service and ambience were excellent. My sister and I went on a quiet Monday on the recommendation of my coworker. It didn’t disappoint at all. The flavors were amazing. I will definitely recommend this place. One thing, I hope in the future they will change their landscape because it’s a little hidden. They need a street presence worthy of this restaurants excellence.

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                                                                                                                                                                3. Yvette

                                                                                                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  Dined on 26 October 2024

                                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                  Great food and very attentive staff. highly recommended. 

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                                                                                                                                                                4. Lisa

                                                                                                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                                                                                  Dined on 19 September 2024

                                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                                                  Everything we ordered was delicious and fresh. we specially liked the chicken, tiki masala, and the tandoori chicken. we also enjoyed the lamb chops. It’s a great Indian vibe. One of the best

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                                                                                                                                                                5. Lamblaw

                                                                                                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                                                                                                  12 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                                  12 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  Dined on 13 September 2024

                                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                  Akbar is consistently excellent. Great food, attentive service and comfortable ambiance.

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                                                                                                                                                                6. Deep

                                                                                                                                                                  Washington DC

                                                                                                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  Dined on 7 September 2024

                                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                  The food was delicious and the service was second to none!

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                                                                                                                                                                7. Victoria

                                                                                                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                                                                                                  43 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                                  43 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  Dined on 4 September 2024

                                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                  Chicken Tikka, Palak Paneer, Onion Kulcha and Garlic Naan were delicious! I recommend you try the Kheer (rice pudding). Restaurant is beautifully decorated and wait staff were wonderful. Nice linen tablecloths and napkins too.

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                                                                                                                                                                8. EvangeliaB

                                                                                                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  Dined on 2 September 2024

                                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                  Always amazing experience!! Great food, atmosphere and staff!!

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                                                                                                                                                                9. JimN

                                                                                                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                                                                                                  9 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                                                                                  9 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  Dined on 18 July 2024

                                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                                                  Very good restaurant ……will definitely be there again soon

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                                                                                                                                                                10. carolyn

                                                                                                                                                                  New York City

                                                                                                                                                                  5 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                                                                                  5 reviews

                                                                                                                                                                  Dined on 5 July 2024

                                                                                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                                                  If you love Indian food then Akbar is the best on Long Island. The food is consistently excellent as is the service. Beautiful ambiance and it’s a great venue for a party. I think they should make more of their wines available by the glass. Akbar is a great value as well.

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                                                                                                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                                                                                                Akbar Restaurant - Garden City does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Akbar Restaurant - Garden City also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (516) 357-8300.

                                                                                                                                                                Akbar Restaurant - Garden City is rated 4.8 stars by 419 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                                                                                                2 people
                                                                                                                                                                7:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                Booked 6 times today

                                                                                                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                                                                                Google Map for Akbar Restaurant - Garden City

                                                                                                                                                                2 South Street, Garden City, NY 11530

                                                                                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                                                                                • Area
                                                                                                                                                                  Garden City
                                                                                                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                                                                  Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
                                                                                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                                                                                  $31 to $50
                                                                                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                                                                                  Indian, Asian, Contemporary Indian
                                                                                                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                                                                                                  Casual Elegant
                                                                                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                                                                                  Valet
                                                                                                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                                                                                                  AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                                                                                                  Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                                                                                • Website
                                                                                                                                                                  http://www.theakbar.com/
                                                                                                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                                                                                                  (516) 357-8300
                                                                                                                                                                • Catering
                                                                                                                                                                  As one of the premier caterers in the tri-state area, Akbar Restaurant has managed numerous social and corporate, both on and off premises, events over the past 35 years. Our success can be most attributed to our dedication to producing the highest quality food and putting our clients’ needs first. We have received numerous accolades and recognition not only within the Indian community, but also within the broader tri-state area. We proudly cater at the Hilton, Marriott, the Mandarin Oriental, Gotham Hall, and the Crest Hollow Country Club.
                                                                                                                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                                                                                                                  Akbar is an ideal venue for a variety of occasions including, sweet sixteens, corporate events, weddings, engagement events and anniversaries. With over 40 years of experience, our event planners always provide individual attention to every client, ensuring that each guest experiences the utmost in banquet experience. Additionally, events are not limited to the indoors, as an outdoor area is available to guests to truly make every event at our venue a memorable experience.
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