Veerays Menu

Welcome to Veerays, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of New York City at 213 E 45th St. This superb speakeasy-style Indian restaurant is renowned for its exquisite blend of traditional flavors and modern flair. The ambiance evokes the elegance of the Prohibition Era, making it a perfect spot for a classy yet cozy dining experience.

Highlights from the menu include the Pav Bhaji and Anarkali Chicken Kebab, celebrated for their vibrant spices and presentation. Vegetarian options like the Rajasthani Sule stand out just as much, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to flavor diversity. Renowned dishes like butter chicken enchant the palate, complemented by soft, fluffy garlic naan that is a must-try.

With expertly crafted cocktails inspired by the 1920s, each meal at Veerays is a delightful journey for the senses. Don’t hesitate—experience this oasis of rich flavors and sophisticated dining today!

SWANKY STARTERS

SAMOSA CHAAT

chopped onion & tomatoes, tangy chutneys and spiced yogurt.

US$12.00

JUBILEE VEGETABLES

tandoor grilled broccoli, pineapple, mushroom, peppers & paneer.

US$14.00

AVNI'S PROHIBITION BHAJI

mashed mixed vegetables cooked in tomato gravy, served with soft pav.

US$14.00

GATSBY KEBAB

tandoor grilled tamarind & basil chicken kebabs.

US$15.00

ANARKALI CHICKEN KEBAB

tandoor-grilled, pomegranate spiced chicken kebabs.

US$15.00

ANGLO TUNA CAKES

spiced tuna & potato cakes. homemade onion relish

US$15.00

ACHARI QUAIL

semi-boneless grilled quail marinaded in pickling spices

US$17.00

BOOTLEGGER BISON

a modernist take on a South Indian favorite-beef pepper fry.

US$26.00

ROCKEFELLER CRAB NEST

jumbo lump crab tempered in spices & curry leaves.

US$26.00

DAISY'S SOUTHERN BITES

vegetable stuffed lentil dumplings served with tomato chutney

US$14.00

VINTAGE RAJASTHANI SULE

lamb marinated with passionately fiery red chillies, sense tickling Indian spices, kacchri & hung yogurt

US$15.00

ROARING 20S SHRIMP

coconut & black pepper.

US$16.00

PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM

paneer stuffed mushrooms served with black wild rice.

US$22.00

ROGAN JOSH

braised lamb shank

US$28.00

BHUNA GOSHT

slow cooked bone-in baby goat with whole Indian spices.

US$30.00

SHRIMP AMBOTIK

tomato-tamarind sauce.

US$28.00

ILLEGAL PHEASANT

bone-in pheasant cooked in Chettinad sauce.

US$28.00

SHOWSTOPPERS

PRIME PICKS

PEKIN DUCK VINDALOO

tandoor grilled duck breast, vindaloo sauce, whole red chili, vinegar & potato. coconut rice

US$40.00

CHARLESTON CHICKEN

tandoor grilled stuffed chicken with spinach & goat cheese

US$26.00

GOLDEN ERA PRAWNS

grilled black tiger prawns

US$35.00

MILLIONAIRE MOILEE

tandoor grilled chilean sea bass. coconut milk & curry leaves sauce blue coconut rice

US$44.00

CAMEL SEEKH KEBAB

date chutney & olive garlic naan.

US$28.00

THE DON'S LAMB CHOPS

our culinary godfather Chef Hemant's specialty: Tamb chops with marble potatoes and pear chutney.

US$48.00

MADAME MAKHANI

paneer or chicken in a classic tomato-fenugreek sauce.

US$24.00

SWEET 'N' SOUR EGGPLANT

onion stuffed baby eggplant

US$22.00

BEET CARROT KOFTA

beet & carrot dumplings

US$22.00

BHARVA DUM ALOO

stuffed potatoes

US$22.00

RETRO STYLE

RICE PROVISIONS

CHICKEN BIRYANI

avadhi-style biryani with glazed pineapple cucumber raita

US$26.00

OYSTER MUSHROOM & JACKFRUIT BIRYANI

US$24.00

SHRIMP BIRYANI

US$28.00

DUM GOAT BIRYANI

US$30.00

TOMATO RICE

US$8.00

COCONUT RICE

US$8.00

MINT RICE

US$8.00

COCONUT NAAN

US$6.00

OLIVE GARLIC NAAN

US$6.00

LAMB KEEMA NAAN

US$8.00

AMUL CHEESE NAAN

US$6.00

ONION & GREEN CHILI KULCHA

US$6.00

LACCHA PARATHA

US$6.00

ROSEMARY & MINT PARATHA

US$6.00

TANDOORI ROTI

US$5.00

JAZZY BREADS

SIDEKICKS

LAHSUNI PALAK

garlic infused spinach.

US$12.00

DAL MAKHANI

slow cooked black lentils.

US$14.00

GOBHI TAKA TIN

cauliflower sauteed with peppers & onions.

US$12.00

KURKURI BHINDI

crispy okra, onion & tomato.

US$12.00