Malvan
5 people recommendvia r/FoodNYC5 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Malvan in Carroll Gardens draws recommendations for coastal Indian cooking associated with Maharashtra. One visitor praises the crab curry and tapioca patty, and another enjoyed the meal more than expected. A separate commenter finds the crab curry description tempting enough to justify a trip, without having reported a visit. Another diner names Malvan among current favorites.
Address
Malvan, 550 Court St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Crab curry, Tapioca patty
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/CabassoG in r/FoodNYC · Sep 2026taste
Enjoyed the crab curry and tapioca patty and liked the cocktails; the brunch thali was an untried menu prospect.
- Recommendsu/he1iotropic in r/FoodNYC · Oct 2026taste
Enjoyed Malvan's coastal Goan and Maharashtrian cooking more than expected.
- Recommendsu/mitchare in r/FoodNYC · Sep 2026taste
The toasted coconut and tamarind crab curry sounds tempting enough to make the visit worthwhile.
- Recommendsu/petrescu in r/FoodNYC · Sep 2026
Says the place is legit, referring to the original post's restaurant.
- Recommendsu/SchezwnChakli56Tikli in r/FoodNYC · Oct 2026
Considers Malvan, alongside Pangat, among the best current dining options in NYC.
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Details last checked 10 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.