Looking for NYC hot spots with exotic flair

[dhkoenig]

My tastes seem to run to Indian/Asian/Middle Eastern, but I also like a good bar/lounge scene. Have been there done that with Illi (which I LOVED), Junoon, Tamarind, Dhaba, Kittichai, and Spice Market and Buddakan (which I DON'T like in terms of the food) Any suggestions of something that we haven't tried? We tried Asiate last weekend and were disappointed.

[JungMann]

You might like Pranna for drinks and appetizers. Also consider adding Naya, Chote Nawab, Pig & Khao and Zengo to your itinerary.

[dhkoenig]

Awesome - I booked both places! Thanks!

[mitchleeny]

Maybe Macao. The cocktails are great.

http://www.macaonyc.com/

[thegforceny]

Cherry just opened in old Romera spot in Dream Downtown

http://ny.eater.com/places/romera