Jackson Diner

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37-47 74th St., Jackson Heights, NY 11372 40.747701 -73.891536
nr. 37th Rd. See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
718-672-1232 Send to Phone
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Cuisine: Indian
Price Range:
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Official Website

jacksondiner.com

Hours

Sun-Thu, 11:30am-10pm; Fri-Sat, 11:30am-10:30pm

Nearby Subway Stops

E, F, G, R, V at Jackson Heights-Roosevelt Ave.; 7 at 74th St.-Broadway

Prices

$9.95-$23.95

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

Special Features

Lunch
Take-Out
Catering
Buffet

Alcohol

Full Bar

Reservations

Accepted/Not Necessary

Profile

This venue is closed.

Don't bother with Sixth Street in the East Village if you're looking for heavenly, authentic Indian food. You'll have to go a little further—Jackson Heights, Queens, to be exact. Jackson Diner (don't let the name fool you into thinking it's Greek) was a well-kept NYC secret for years, but it seems the secret has been let out. The prices have increased, but the restaurant now boasts a full bar. The food has not changed, however, and the service is still top-notch. Go for the low-priced weekday buffet or sample some naan with raita—Indian-style bread served with a cucumber and yogurt sauce for dipping. Try the tasting of appetizers and then order the lamb korma with garlic naan if you are extremely hungry. The portions are very large, and be sure to request mild—hot means hot at Jackson Diner! — Marcel Reynolds

Lunch Buffet

Daily, 11:30 a.m.—4 p.m., $9.95-$10.95

Recommended Dishes

Murg tikka, $12.95