Bungalow (restaurant)
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant |
| Founded | 2024 |
| Founder | Vikas Khanna, Jimmy Rizvi |
| Headquarters | New York City , United States |
| Products | Indian cuisine |
Bungalow is an Indian cuisine establishment situated in the East Village area of New York City.
History
Launched in 2024 by chef Vikas Khanna alongside entrepreneur Jimmy Rizvi, Bungalow represents one of Khanna's final culinary projects, which he has referred to as his "last restaurant." The interior design, influenced by the aesthetics of Indian country clubs, was crafted by Shaila Rizvi, Jimmy Rizvi’s sister.
The venue rapidly attracted attention due to its bold concept and, by June 2024, was acknowledged as one of New York City's most challenging reservations to secure. It has also emerged as a favored location for celebrations among Wall Street professionals, underscoring its expanding appeal within the market.
Reviews and accolades
In June 2024, Bobby Ghosh of Bloomberg described Bungalow as the "most exciting" new Indian dining establishment in New York City. Chandler Presson, writing for Gotham, praised both the restaurant’s culinary offerings and its interior design. In her debut review as interim critic for The New York Times, Priya Krishna awarded Bungalow a three-star rating.
Included in the June 2024 edition of the Michelin Guide for New York City, Bungalow joined other distinguished restaurants such as Coqodaq.