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Olive123 Mar 25, 2008 11:04 AM

What to eat at Rasika?

I'm a vegetarian, and not a fan of okra, but no other parameters. I don't think I'm up for the tasting menu right now, but suggestions of specific items will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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    Olive123 Mar 26, 2008 09:26 AM

    Had the crispy spinach, which was absolutely delicious! Also had the small plate of smoked eggplant, which was amazing. I am actually planning on returning to Rasika in a few weeks on the strength of these two dishes alone. Incredible, layered flavors. The garlic naan was aromatic and the texture was fabulous. I didn't love the lentil dumplings, and the uttapam got pretty soggy. As far as non-meat, one fried ordered the cod and really loved it. I will definitely be back and heartily recommend this restaurant for innovative and delicious food. Note that the honey bourbon drink is a pretty serious cocktail. I had to share it!

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      Lauman Mar 25, 2008 04:10 PM

      You absolutely must have the Palak Chaat -- crispy spinach with sweet yogurt, tamarind and date chutney -- so delicious!

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      1. re: Lauman
        hill food Mar 25, 2008 04:13 PM

        THAT's the name of the spinach dish!

        sorry no recs on meat, although I am an omnivore, somehow we always end up going the vegetarian route there.

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        WestIndianArchie Mar 25, 2008 01:27 PM

        For us meat eaters? Any reccs?

        Has anyone tried the bison?

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        1. re: WestIndianArchie
          KWynn Mar 26, 2008 10:20 AM

          Chicken Makhani and the Black Cod (I know cod isn't "meat" but it's not only vegetarian either). Haven't had the bison--or any red meat there actually. I always end up going back to the cod or chicken.

        2. hill food Mar 25, 2008 11:11 AM

          the spinach salad is a MUST-have and can be ordered ala carte.

          it comes with the tasting menus (1 order each of the tastings is too much food, but 2 will feed 3 easily)

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