About Taco Mahal

Tucked away in the West Village at 73 7th Avenue South—with a second location in Hell's Kitchen—Taco Mahal is the brilliant love child of two culinary worlds, born from the vision of founder Danikkah Josan . The daughter of an Indian father and a Latina mother, Danikkah grew up straddling two rich food cultures; rather than choosing one over the other, she opened Taco Mahal in October 2016 as a true "restaurant reincarnation" of her father's original Indian spot . The name itself nods to the Taj Mahal, built as a symbol of love—here, that love is for tacos . The concept is wonderfully simple: replace traditional tortillas with warm, pillowy naan or flaky roti, then fill them with boldly spiced Indian classics . The menu features crowd-pleasers like Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Curry, and Paneer Tikka Masala, all customizable on either roti (a traditional-sized taco) or garlic naan (a double-sized, extra-indulgent version) . For those who prefer a bowl, there are hearty basmati rice bowls and biryanis, plus sides of masala fries, samosas, and tandoori chicken wings . The space is small and counter-serve—more of a grab-and-go spot with limited indoor and outdoor seating—but the service is quick and the energy is warm . The entire menu is 100% halal, and no alcohol is served, making it an accessible choice for a wide range of diners . Whether you order the famously off-menu Cheesy Naan Chicken Masala Taco or stick with a classic roti trio, Taco Mahal delivers a genuinely creative fusion that feels less like a gimmick and more like a match made in culinary heaven .