Kidilum — all mentions

postI ate at the latest South Indian standout, Kidilum59 pts
“Despite the different descriptions, one being mango focused with the other being coconut focused, they tasted quite similar, though both were delicious.”
H3
postKidilum25 pts
“Everything was well balanced and incredibly flavorful, especially the nanducurry and surprisingly, the amuse-bouche. Nothing felt repetitive; all of the sauces & textures were pretty distinct.”
H2
in:Kidilum3 pts
replying to u/w4y2n1rv4n4: How did it compare to Chatti? Malayalee here, thought Chatti was good but not great. Their sambar cocktail was incredible though will say.
“Kidilum was way better than Chatti for me”
H2
in:Kidilum1 pts
replying to u/w4y2n1rv4n4: How did it compare to Chatti? Malayalee here, thought Chatti was good but not great. Their sambar cocktail was incredible though will say.
“Kidilum is not authentic indian.”
H2
in:Kidilum1 pts
replying to u/discussitgal: Chatti is sooo much better. Kidilum is not authentic indian.
“Kidilum genuinely reminded me of my mom’s cooking. So nostalgic, it brought tears to my eyes. Just because something is served on a beautiful plate doesn’t make it any less authentic.”
H2
in:Recommendation for birthday date - vegetarian-friendly, somewhat nice, near 1/2/3 in Manhattan, Thai/Chinese/Indian or maybe other Asian1 pts
replying to u/kdaga: Ambassador's Clubhouse
“This or kidilum, two amazing spots with different vibes.”
H2
in:Is Semma worth it if you are a South Indian and eat the food often?6 pts
“i do also think there are better upscale south indian restaurants in nyc like lungi, kanyakumari, chatti, and kidilum.”
H1
in:Kidilum3 pts
replying to u/w4y2n1rv4n4: How did it compare to Chatti? Malayalee here, thought Chatti was good but not great. Their sambar cocktail was incredible though will say.
“definitely better flavor-wise”
H1
in:Kidilum2 pts
“Just dined here and have to say it was amazing! It's definitely a different approach but staying true to the authentic flavors. Have to say one of the best dinning experiences Ive had in a while.”
H1
in:I ate at the latest South Indian standout, Kidilum2 pts
“I visited a couple weeks back and thought it was incredible.”
H1
in:Is Semma really the best Indian in the city or nah?1 pts
“Blew me away from cocktails, ambiance, and obviously the food. The overall experience from the open kitchen to final bite of dessert.”
H1
in:Tapas Bar/Sharable Bite Restaurant Reccomendations1 pts
“I really liked Kidilum as well for Keralan tasting menu style.”
H1
in:I ate at the latest South Indian standout, Kidilum1 pts
“none have blown me away exactly but they're all decent enough.”
H1
in:I ate at the latest South Indian standout, Kidilum1 pts
replying to u/Red__dead: Yeah there have been a spate of these higher end Indian places opening by me in the last couple of years. Out of all of them I've tried - Dhamaka, Kanyakumari, Passerine, Bungalow, Adda, Semma, Ishq, Kidilum - none have blown me away exactly but they're all decent enough. Kanyakumari is probably my fave, with Dhamaka and Ishq runners up. Still prefer going to somewhere like Red Onion or Saravana Bhavan or Indian Summer in Harlem.
“Kidilum felt more refined in comparison.”
H1
in:Birthday surprise in lower Manhattan - for newbie in the area1 pts
“Kidilum — I’d really recommend this one!”
H1