Award-winning

aRoqa

4.6

788 Reviews

$31 to $50

Indian

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2 people

Jan 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Good for business meals
Neighborhood gem
Romantic

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

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

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Indian
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Mon–Wed, Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Brunch Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(646) 678-5471
Website
http://aroqanyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
206 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Chelsea
Cross street
Between 22nd and 23rd on 9th Ave
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access

Offers

Boozy Brunch
Multiple dates available
Sun - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM,Sat - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
$25 Unlimited mimosa for 90 minutes with purchase of any item from our brunch menu
Happy Hour at aRoqa
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Enjoy cocktail happy hour Monday thru Friday 5 pm - 7 pm with $12 Mumbai Margaritas, Hot Toddies, Passion Fruit Mojitos and more. Available at bar only. Walks-ins welcome.

Popular dishes

Southern Sojourn$16.00
Agave De Cortes Joven Mezcal / Grand Marnier / Jalapeno Syrup / Lime / Celery Juice / BBQ Bitters
Season of Luck$16.00
Chamomile Infused Bourbon / Benedictine / Baharat Syrup / Angostura Bitters / Stella Cider / Lemon
On a Whim$16.00
Azteca Tequila / Aperol / St. Germain / Agave / Habanero Orange Tincture / Grapefruit / Lime
Re-Engagement$17.00
Cilantro Pineapple Vodka / Green Chartreuse / Pistachio Orgeat / Lime
Third Eye$17.00
Strawberry Hibiscus infused Citadelle Gin / Drambuie / Cherry Heering / Egg White / Orange Basil Cordial / Lemon
Right Bank$19.00
Rhum JM 100 proof / Ileggal Mezcal / Red Pepper/ Chipotle Agave / Orange Bitters / Lime
Marigold and Smoke$19.00
Great King Street Artist's Blend / Giffard Apricot / Ardbeg / Ginger / Lemon and Turmeric Cordial
Fig Martini$19.00
Vodka Infused with Rosemary / lemon / Vanilla / Figena Liquer / Peychauds Bitters
Honey Bunny$19.00
Bourbon with Rosemary Honey Syrup / Bitters

Wines by the Bottle

Magali Mathray Beaujolasis / Grape Gamay / Region Beaujolais$70.00
Notes of violet, peony and red fruit. It feels fresh and silky as you drink and leaves freshness and fruit flavors for a long time on the palate
Alta Mora Etna Bianco / Grape Etna, Carricante / Region Sicily$75.00
Fresh and fruity with great minerality comprised mostly of Sicilian grapes
Princess Gaby Canon-Fronsac Bordeaux$80.00
Delicate earthy character. Flavors of casis, hint of mushroom and traces of vanilla. Grape Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon / Region Bordeaux
Pio Cesare Barbera d'Alba$85.00
Full Body, Smooth, ripe fruit, spices giving uniquely great structure. Grape Barbera / Region Alba
Chateauneuf du Pape$90.00
Purple color, limpid with distinguished red fruit aroma with notes of Kirsch present. Grape Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvedre / Region Rhone Valley

Rosé / Sparkling

Stella di Notte / Prosecco / Italy$14.00
Mas de Gourgonnier / Rosé / France$14.00
Chandon Brut Rosé$16.00
- 187 Ml / 6.32 Oz Bottle$16.00
Jacky Blot / La Taille Aux Loop / France$80.00
- Bottle$80.00
Reventos I Blanc / Sparkling Rosé / Spain$90.00
- Bottle$90.00
Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut / Champagne / Épernay / France$110.00
- Bottle$110.00
Veuve Cliquot Reserve / Champagne / France$115.00
- Bottle$115.00

White Wine

Giesen Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc (Alcohol Free)$12.00
Delicate aromas of fresh lime, redcurrant and lemon followed by distinct blackcurrant and passionfruit notes.
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$50.00
Altos del Plata Chardonnay 2018 Region Argentina / Mendoza$14.00
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$54.00
Newton Skyside / Chardonnay, 2016 / Sonoma California$14.00
Medium-bodied wine with spicy peppery aromas and smoky savory flavors. Light on fruit flavors and firm in texture
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$54.00
Chateau des Mille Anges Bordeaux Blanc 2018 Grape Sauvignon Blanc And Sauvignon Gris / Region Bordeaux$16.00
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$60.00
Meiomi Chardonnay / Grape Chardonnay / Region California$16.00
An elegant, balanced fully formed with notes of crisp apple and lean minerality with hint of exotic sweet spice and lively tropical notes
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$60.00
Nigl / Grape Gruner Veltliner / Region Austria$16.00
Lemon zest fizzes on nose and palate. The slender body has some concentration but above all verve and a squeaky-clean focus
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$60.00
Cape Mentelle / Grape Sauvignon Blanc Semillon / Region Australia$16.00
Classic blend of two grapes with bright flavors and a smooth texture
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$60.00
Domaine Francois Millet Sancerre / Grape Sauvignon Blanc / Region Calcareous Terroir Aka "White Land"$18.00
Intense and complex pale-yellow gold color with ripe fruit aromas like plum, peach, and citrus fruit. Supple and round wine
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$70.00
Anselmi Bianco San Vincenzo / Grape Garganega, Chardonnay, And Sauvignon Blanc / Region Veneto$18.00
Fresh Apple & Sage fragrance with a touch of lemon peel & pineapple, offering lively but simple gooseberry and pomaceous orchard flavors
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$70.00

Red Wine

Prieler Blaufränkisch 2015 Austria / Burgenland$14.00
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$52.00
Ruffino Riserva Ducale 2015 Italy / Tuscany$14.00
Smoke Tree / Grape Pinot Noir / Region California$14.00
Tones of black cherry, plum & cola with hints of rusticity
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$54.00
Boomtown / Grape Syrah / Region Washington$14.00
Zesty dark berry, grilled herb and espresso taste
- Glass$14.00
- Bottle$54.00
Altos del Plata Cabernet 2018 Argentina / Mendoza$16.00
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$55.00
J Vineyards Pinot Noir Multi Ava / Grape Pinot Noir / Region California$16.00
Aromatic notes of exotic spice, cherry preserves, black tea. The palate is plush and ripe with flavors of spicy black peppers, cola, and plu
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$60.00
Terrazas Los Andes Malbec Reserva / Grape Malbec / Region Mendoza, Argentina$16.00
Full-bodied Malbec with berry and plum characteristics
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$60.00
Concha y Toro Gran Reserva Serie Riberas / Grape Cabernet Sauvignon / Region Chile$16.00
Dark purple wine with deep concentration of flavors
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$62.00
Ii Poggione Rosso di Toscana / Grape Combination of Sangiovese, Merlot And Cabernet / Region Tuscany$17.00
A younger, soft, more fruity wine. Aged in French oak barrels and barriques
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$66.00
Allegrini Palazzo della Torre / Grape Corvina / Region Veronese$18.00
Creamy, medium-bodied red, floral herb notes and flavors of dried cherry and spice
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$70.00
Emilio Moro - Finca Resalso Ribera del Duero / Grape Tempranillo / Region$18.00
Ripe fruit flavors of blackberry & currants mingle with surety, meaty & minerally notes in a thick texture, backed by muscular tannins
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$70.00

Tequila

Azteca Blanco$13.00
Herradura Anejo$16.00
Herradura Reposado$17.00
Don Julio Blanco$17.00
Don Julio 1942$35.00

Mezcal

Agave de Cortes Joven$12.00
Ilegal Joven$16.00

Beer

Blue Point IPA$9.00
Amstel$9.00
Heineken$9.00
Stella Artois$9.00
King Fisher$9.00
Taj Mahal$9.00

Single Malt

Glenmorangie - 10$18.00
Glenfiddich - 12$18.00
Laphroig - 10$18.00
Highland Park - 12$18.00
Macallan - 12$18.00
Ardbeg - 10$18.00
Oban- 14$20.00
Balvenie - 14 Caribbean$20.00
Lagavulin - 16$20.00
Macallan - 15$28.00
Macallan - 18$45.00
Glenmorangie Signet$45.00

Scotch / Irish Whiskey

Tullamore Dew$14.00
Jameson Irish$14.00
Johnnie Walker Black Label$17.00
Compass Box Great King Street$16.00

American Rye / Bourbon

Jack Daniels$14.00
Mitchter's Bourbon$15.00
Rittenhouse$15.00
Woodford Rye$15.00
Woodford Reserve$15.00
Sazerac Rye$15.00
Makers 46bookers$15.00
Bullet Bourbon$15.00
Bullet Rye$15.00

Gin

Bombay Sapphire$12.00
Tanqueray 10$13.00
Hendrick's$14.00

Rum

Old Monk$13.00
El Dorado 12$14.00
Rhum JM VO$15.00
Lemon Heart & Son$16.00
Rhum JM XO$18.00
Ron Zacapa 23$22.00

Vodka

Tito's$13.00
Ketel One$14.00
Belvedere$15.00
Grey Goose$15.00

Mocktails

Lassi$10.00
Mango or Rose Lassi / Yogurt Blend with Mango or Rose Water
Lady Crush$12.00
Hibiscus Tea / Lemon Juice / Agave / Cranberry Juice
The Gold Coast$12.00
Lemon Juice / Fresh Turmeric Juice / Triple Syrup / Cardamom Syrup
Roselicious$12.00
Mango Juice / Coconut Milk / Grenadine Syrup / Rose Water
Soul Train$12.00
Cardamom Agave / Pineapple Juice / Lemon Juice / Served in Salted Rim Glass / Paprika
Spicy Passion$12.00
Passion Fruit Juice / Lime Juice / Bharat Syrup / Orange Basil Cordial

Soda

Club$5.00
Tonic$5.00
Ginger Beer$5.00
Ginger Ale$5.00
Cola$5.00

Water

Voss Still$6.00
Voss Sparkling$6.00

What 788 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Indian
Manhattan
Indian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

aRoqa offers an unforgettable dining experience with "outstanding food and service" praised as some of the "best Indian in NYC." The innovative menu combines traditional and fusion dishes, with creative presentations and "unique cocktails." While some find prices high, the "friendly and efficient service" and cozy ambiance ensure a delightful visit.

788 Reviews

R
Reynaldo
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very good experience. Delicious food. Strongly recommended.
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emilia
VIP
New York City
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Real little gem of a place. The food was absolutely brilliant. Service very chilled and great. Only thing I’ll say is that I don’t know why they had squeezed everyone at the back of the restaurant near the kitchen, when the front section was completely empty. We almost didn’t walk in because we thought it was completely dead inside. My recommendation is to seat people in the front section of the restaurant first as it’s a nicer more open space, and also it will look lively to those walking past.
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gerry
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Virgins we were walking in the door. Kind and gracious staff. Flavorful dishes. Was a lovely Christmas eve dining experience.
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Somsu
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best food in nyc service is excellent we enjoy dining in aroqa
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Charlie
VIP
Atlanta Metro
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
My girlfriend and I went to aRoqa for dinner before a Broadway show. Food was good, but the portions were pretty small. Everything came out in time for us to make our show and the wait staff was very friendly and provided their recommendations. Would return if back in Chelsea and in the mood for Indian.
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Shweta
VIP
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Each dish was excellent. Service was quick. No complaints really.
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Allen
New York City
19 reviews
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I will say that this was some of the best Indian food I have eaten in NYC during my 40 years in the city. The presentation was attractive, spicing was even-handed, and each bite was good. The staff was kind, thoughtful and attentive. However, neither the food nor the service was at the level of a Michelin-noted restaurant in my opinion, but I was charged for that. Before writing this, I spent time again on aRoqa's website and there was a level of attention to detail, particularly in photos of the food, that was missing last night. I hope some adjustments will be made as I would like to return. Thank you.
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Ameera
Melbourne
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 23, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The presentation was excellent but the taste was typical as would get at any Indian restaurant. It felt short … If you want true refined Indian dinning try Zaaffran in Sydney Darling harbour….
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Hugh
VIP
New York City
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Teeeific twist on contemporary Indian. Mushroom app a MUST. Really can’t go wrong with any choice. Luce was an excellent server and guided us beautifully through our choices. Gulab Jaman Crème Brûlée was a winner. We will be back!
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Alec
VIP
New York City
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious food, friendly service, lovely setting. A wonderful evening out.
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FAQs

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

aRoqa is rated 4.6 stars by 788 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

206 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
Between 22nd and 23rd on 9th Ave
Neighborhood
Chelsea
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Mon–Wed, Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Brunch Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Indian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://aroqanyc.com/
Phone number
(646) 678-5471

aRoqa

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Boozy Brunch

Happy Hour at aRoqa

Chicken Tikka Masala

Paneer Tikka Masala

Habanero Chicken Tikka

Signature Cocktails

Southern Sojourn$16.00

Season of Luck$16.00

On a Whim$16.00

Re-Engagement$17.00

Third Eye$17.00

Right Bank$19.00

Marigold and Smoke$19.00

Fig Martini$19.00

Honey Bunny$19.00

Wines by the Bottle

Magali Mathray Beaujolasis / Grape Gamay / Region Beaujolais$70.00

Alta Mora Etna Bianco / Grape Etna, Carricante / Region Sicily$75.00

Princess Gaby Canon-Fronsac Bordeaux$80.00

Pio Cesare Barbera d'Alba$85.00

Chateauneuf du Pape$90.00

Rosé / Sparkling

Stella di Notte / Prosecco / Italy$14.00

Mas de Gourgonnier / Rosé / France$14.00

Chandon Brut Rosé$16.00

Jacky Blot / La Taille Aux Loop / France$80.00

Reventos I Blanc / Sparkling Rosé / Spain$90.00

Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut / Champagne / Épernay / France$110.00

Veuve Cliquot Reserve / Champagne / France$115.00

White Wine

Giesen Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc (Alcohol Free)$12.00

Altos del Plata Chardonnay 2018 Region Argentina / Mendoza$14.00

Newton Skyside / Chardonnay, 2016 / Sonoma California$14.00

Chateau des Mille Anges Bordeaux Blanc 2018 Grape Sauvignon Blanc And Sauvignon Gris / Region Bordeaux$16.00

Meiomi Chardonnay / Grape Chardonnay / Region California$16.00

Nigl / Grape Gruner Veltliner / Region Austria$16.00

Cape Mentelle / Grape Sauvignon Blanc Semillon / Region Australia$16.00

Domaine Francois Millet Sancerre / Grape Sauvignon Blanc / Region Calcareous Terroir Aka "White Land"$18.00

Anselmi Bianco San Vincenzo / Grape Garganega, Chardonnay, And Sauvignon Blanc / Region Veneto$18.00

Red Wine

Prieler Blaufränkisch 2015 Austria / Burgenland$14.00

Ruffino Riserva Ducale 2015 Italy / Tuscany$14.00

Smoke Tree / Grape Pinot Noir / Region California$14.00

Boomtown / Grape Syrah / Region Washington$14.00

Altos del Plata Cabernet 2018 Argentina / Mendoza$16.00

J Vineyards Pinot Noir Multi Ava / Grape Pinot Noir / Region California$16.00

Terrazas Los Andes Malbec Reserva / Grape Malbec / Region Mendoza, Argentina$16.00

Concha y Toro Gran Reserva Serie Riberas / Grape Cabernet Sauvignon / Region Chile$16.00

Ii Poggione Rosso di Toscana / Grape Combination of Sangiovese, Merlot And Cabernet / Region Tuscany$17.00

Allegrini Palazzo della Torre / Grape Corvina / Region Veronese$18.00

Emilio Moro - Finca Resalso Ribera del Duero / Grape Tempranillo / Region$18.00

Tequila

Azteca Blanco$13.00

Herradura Anejo$16.00

Herradura Reposado$17.00

Don Julio Blanco$17.00

Don Julio 1942$35.00

Mezcal

Agave de Cortes Joven$12.00

Ilegal Joven$16.00

Beer

Blue Point IPA$9.00

Amstel$9.00

Heineken$9.00

Stella Artois$9.00

King Fisher$9.00

Taj Mahal$9.00

Single Malt

Glenmorangie - 10$18.00

Glenfiddich - 12$18.00

Laphroig - 10$18.00

Highland Park - 12$18.00

Macallan - 12$18.00

Ardbeg - 10$18.00

Oban- 14$20.00

Balvenie - 14 Caribbean$20.00