Restaurants In Jackson Heights

Jackson Diner - Indian Restaurant

Jackson Heights Neighborhood / Jackson Heights Restaurants / Queens Buzz. We arrived on a Sunday evening in the middle of an Indian street fair. The street was buzzing with sounds, smells and sights to behold. As we made our way through the crowd, we considered aborting our mission in favor of trying the food being sold on the streets as the aromas in the air tempted us. We were so engaged in conversation that we walked right by the diner. This wasn't the first time this had happened.

Jackson Diner - Indian Food For The American Palate

The Jackson Diner serves traditional Indian food modified to suit American tastes. This means it's not as spicy, and hence well suited for those who are new to Indian food or for those whose palates are sensitive to spicy food. For those who enjoy a good blast of curry and other Indian spices, other restaurants in the area may be more suitable.

Once inside, the Diner gave an airy feel. It has theatre high ceilings and a completely open dining area. The kitchen and bar are at the back of the restaurant and we were greeted shortly after walking through the door by our host. The crowd was about a third of European descent and about two thirds Indian or Asian. Shortly after being seated we were served water and wafer like bread that has a spicy zing to it. My dining companion was an old friend from the midwest, who had little experience with Indian food.

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