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Malabar Kitchen usa
- 651 McLean Ave, Yonkers, NY 10705

Restaurant ★4.0·$$

651 McLean Ave, Yonkers, NY 10705, USA

4.0
This is a new establishment and they are settling in - they don’t even have a sign up yet -they next door to Nelly. But the key is that you have a bonafide Keralanan chef who is the real deal and a waiting staff with a Ph.D. In Physics also from Kerala who is excellent and can also help you with conceiving our place in the universe. Order your food and then go down the road for a pint in an Irish pub while they prepare. - Roger Pearson
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Malabar Kitchen usa Introduce

For New Yorkers searching for an authentic, flavorful journey that transcends the typical dining experience, look no further than Malabar Kitchen USA in Yonkers. This restaurant, nestled right here in our local area, is a culinary gem that brings the rich, distinctive flavors of Kerala—often called "God's Own Country" in South India—right to your table. The cuisine of Kerala, particularly the Malabar region, is celebrated for its heavy use of coconut, aromatic spices, and fresh seafood, offering a vibrant and comforting alternative to other South Asian styles.

Malabar Kitchen USA has quickly become a destination for those in Westchester County and the greater New York region who crave genuine Kerala food. It is more than just a restaurant; it’s an immersive cultural experience, where every dish is prepared with traditional techniques and a passion for authentic flavor. Whether you are a long-time admirer of South Indian fare or a curious food enthusiast looking to expand your palate, this establishment promises a truly satisfying and memorable meal.

The menu is an extensive exploration of Keralite specialties, showcasing the breadth and depth of the region’s cooking. From elaborate Biriyanis and flaky, layered breads to deeply spiced curries and unique in-house specials, the offerings here are designed to transport your senses straight to the shores of the Malabar Coast. This local spot is a testament to the diverse and world-class dining options available right here in the New York metropolitan area.

One of the most noteworthy aspects of Malabar Kitchen USA, as noted by local patrons, is the commitment to authenticity and high-quality service. Customers have specifically highlighted the presence of a "bonafide Keralanan chef" who is the "real deal," ensuring that the flavors remain true to their origin. This dedication, paired with staff who are knowledgeable and welcoming, creates an atmosphere that is both casual and professionally satisfying.

For those living or working in Yonkers, or anyone venturing up from the city, Malabar Kitchen USA offers a distinct culinary experience that rivals any New York City spot for authentic ethnic cuisine. It's a local secret worth sharing, providing comfort food and quick bites for those busy days, as well as hearty, traditional dinners for a relaxed evening out.

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Location and Accessibility

Malabar Kitchen USA is conveniently situated in a bustling part of Yonkers, making it easily accessible for residents across Westchester and the Bronx. You can find this authentic dining experience at:

651 McLean Ave, Yonkers, NY 10705, USA

Located on McLean Avenue, a key thoroughfare in Yonkers, the restaurant is easily reachable by car from the surrounding areas of the Bronx, Mount Vernon, and other nearby Westchester towns. While current public data notes the establishment is new and may not have a sign up yet (situated next door to Nelly), its address places it within a lively and recognizable commercial district. For those planning a visit, the casual atmosphere makes it perfect for both spontaneous lunch trips and planned dinner outings. Its location supports a dynamic mix of local, authentic businesses, solidifying McLean Avenue as a great place to explore local and international flavors.

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Services Offered

Malabar Kitchen USA is committed to providing a flexible and welcoming dining experience for the local New York community. Their services are designed to accommodate a variety of needs, from a quick meal to a relaxed seated dinner.

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  • Takeout: Perfect for busy locals who want to enjoy the flavors of Kerala at home or at the office.
  • Dine-in: A seating area is available for those who prefer a casual, relaxed meal on-site for lunch or dinner.
  • Lunch Service: Ideal for a midday break, offering quick bites and substantial comfort food options.
  • Dinner Service: A great spot for a casual evening meal, whether dining solo or with company.
  • Accommodations for Children: High chairs are available to ensure comfort for younger diners.
  • Pet-Friendly: For dog owners, dogs are allowed outside of the premises.
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    Features / Highlights of the Menu

    The true highlight of Malabar Kitchen USA is its menu, which boasts an impressive array of authentic Keralite and South Indian specialties. These unique, flavor-rich dishes set it apart from typical Indian restaurants in the New York area. Here are some of the essential features and menu highlights that draw local diners:

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  • Authentic Kerala Cuisine: Specializing in the distinct, coconut-infused, and spice-forward flavors of the Malabar Coast, known as one of the most celebrated cuisines in India.
  • The Malabar Special Pothi Chor: A traditional and highly sought-after meal, where Kerala rice and a variety of sides (often including a curry, side dish, and egg or meat preparation) are wrapped and steamed in a banana leaf, infusing the entire meal with a unique, earthy aroma.
  • The Malabar Special Kizhi Porrotta: A must-try dish featuring soft, flaky Malabar Porotta (layered flatbread) soaked in a rich chicken or meat gravy, then wrapped tightly in a banana leaf and steamed to allow the bread to absorb all the flavorful spices and gravy, becoming incredibly tender and savory.
  • Extensive Biriyani Specialities: Offering a wide range of Biriyanis, including Malabar Chicken, Mutton, Pothu (Beef), Fish, Egg, and Veg options, with the Special Malabar Kappa Biriyani being a unique inclusion featuring tapioca (kappa).
  • Unique Meat Specialties: Featuring the distinctive Pothu (Beef) and Mutton sections, with traditional Keralite preparations like Pothu Fry, Pothu Roast, Mutton Stew, and the aromatic Varutharacha Curries (cooked with roasted coconut paste).
  • Dosa and Bread Varieties: Serving classic South Indian essentials like Masala Dosa, Ghee Roast, Thattu Dosa, and a variety of breads, including soft Chapati, spongy Appam, and flaky Malabar Porotta.
  • Kerala Fish Specialties: Highlighting the coastal region’s love for seafood with dishes like Malabar Fish Curry, Fish Molly (a light coconut milk curry), and Meen Peera (fish cooked with grated coconut).
  • Comfort Food & Quick Bites: The menu offers great options for any time of day, including appetizers like Samosa, Pazhampori (Banana Fritter), and Chicken Cutlet, alongside classic comfort items like Butter Chicken and Chicken Tikka Masala.
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    What Is Worth Choosing: A Culinary Recommendation

    For first-time visitors or those looking for the absolute best of Malabar Kitchen USA, the standout selections are undoubtedly the house specialties. The entire menu is a testament to the culinary skill present at this Yonkers establishment, but a few dishes truly define the experience.

    We highly recommend starting with one of the most authentic Kerala culinary traditions available on the menu: the Malabar Special Pothi Chor or the Malabar Special Kizhi Porrotta. The Pothi Chor is a complete, traditional meal—a "lunch box" packed with rice and a variety of flavorful side dishes, all sealed and steamed in a banana leaf. This process is key, as the warm banana leaf imparts a subtle, fragrant, and slightly earthy note that dramatically elevates the taste of the food, making it an entirely unique experience for the New York palate. Similarly, the Kizhi Porrotta takes the already-flaky Malabar Porotta, drenches it in a rich gravy, and steams it inside a banana leaf bundle, transforming it into a soft, deeply flavorful parcel that is an absolute indulgence. Both dishes perfectly encapsulate the heart of Kerala cooking.

    Another popular choice that comes highly recommended by diners is the Butter Chicken with Garlic Naan Bread. While Butter Chicken is a beloved Northern Indian staple, its preparation at Malabar Kitchen USA, combined with their freshly baked, buttery Garlic Naan, is noted as being particularly satisfying and flavorful. For those seeking meatless options, the array of vegetarian specialties, from Saag Paneer to Veg Stew and Kadala Curry, ensures that all diners have a rich and authentic experience. Malabar Kitchen USA provides an accessible, authentic portal to the cuisine of Kerala, right in the heart of Yonkers, offering a culinary adventure that is well worth the trip from any part of the New York region.

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    Contact Information

    To enjoy the authentic flavors of Malabar Kitchen USA, here is the essential contact information:

    Address: 651 McLean Ave, Yonkers, NY 10705, USA

    Phone: (914) 237-1888

    Mobile Phone: +1 914-237-1888

    Whether you’re planning a casual lunch, a hearty dinner, or simply looking for a quick and satisfying bite, Malabar Kitchen USA is ready to serve the New York community with the warm hospitality and bold, authentic flavors of South India.

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    Malabar Kitchen usa Services

    • Desserts

    • Fruit Salad $12.99
    • Ice Cream $12.99
    • Gulab Jamun $12.99
    • Jakbi $12.99
    • Semiya Payasam $12.99
    • Adapradhaman $12.99
    • Pal Payasam $12.99
    • Mango Lassi $12.99
    • Rice Specialities

    • 1 Ghee Rice $12.99
    • Veg Fried Rice $13.99
    • Egg Fried Rice $13.99
    • Chicken Fried Rice $14.99
    • In House Specials

    • Malabar Special Pothi Chor $16.99
    • Malabar Special Kizhi Porrotta $18.99
    • Malabar Chicken Kothu Porota $14.99
    • Malabar Pothu Kothu Porotta $15.99
    • Biriyani Specialities

    • Malabar Chicken Dum Biriyani $15.99
    • Malabar Mutton Dum Biriyani $17.99
    • Malabar Pothu Dum Biriyani $16.99
    • Malabar Fish Dum Biriyani $16.99
    • Egg Biriyani $14.99
    • Veg Biriyani $13.99
    • Specialmalabar Kappa Biriyani $16.99
    • Breads

    • Chapati 3PC $4.99
    • Appam 3 Pc $4.99
    • Idiyappam 3 Pc $4.99
    • Malabar Porotta 2Pc $3.49
    • Butter Naan $2.99
    • Garlic Naan $2.99
    • Bagel $1.50
    • Roll $1.10
    • Roti $2.99
    • Dosa Items

    • Masala Dosa $11.99
    • Ghee Roast $10.99
    • Thattu Dosa $9.99
    • Egg Dosa $12.99
    • Uthappam $11.99
    • Onion Tomato Uthappam $11.99
    • Egg Specialities

    • Egg Curry $12.99
    • Egg Roast $13.99
    • Veg Specialities

    • Veg Kurma $12.99
    • Kadala Curry $12.99
    • Veg Stew $13.99
    • Tomato Curry $12.99
    • Dal Fry $12.99
    • AlooGobi $14.99
    • Saag Paneer $14.99
    • Saag Mutter $14.99
    • Paneer Tikka Masala $16.99
    • Bindhi Masala $14.99
    • Combo Specials

    • Elum Kappayum Kozhi Kalum $19.99
    • Chicken Tikka Masala And Roti $19.99
    • Butter Chicken And Naan $19.99
    • Chicken Stew And Idyapami $19.99
    • Kappa Meen Curry $19.99
    • Pothu Pazhampori $19.99
    • Puttu And Pothu Curry $19.99
    • Palappam And Mutton Stew $19.99
    • Porotta And Pothu Fry $19.99
    • Thattu Dosa And Kozhi Varatiyathu $19.99
    • Puttu And Kadala Curry $16.99
    • Pothu Specialities

    • Pothu Curry $15.99
    • Pothu Varrutharacha Curry $16.99
    • Pothu Coconut Milk Curry $17.99
    • Pothu Roast $15.99
    • Pothu Chili $16.99
    • Pothu Pepper Coconut Ularthu $16.99
    • Pothu Fry $15.99
    • Mutton Specialities

    • Mutton Stew $15.99
    • Mutton Roast $15.99
    • Mutton Varutharacha Curry $16.99
    • Malabar Mutton Curry $15.99
    • Mutton Fry $16.99
    • Mutton Pepper Coconut Fry $17.99
    • Malbar Fish Specialities

    • Malabar Fish Curry $15.99
    • Nadan Fish Curry $15.99
    • Fish Molly $16.99
    • Calicut Style Fish Curry $15.99
    • NadanShappu Curry $16.99
    • Fish Fry $15.99
    • Fish Tawa Fry $16.99
    • Fish Pepper Kandari Fry $16.99
    • Meen Peera $16.99
    • Fish Mango Curry $16.99
    • Malbar Chicken Specialities

    • Chicken Nadan Curry $14.99
    • Chicken Stew $15.99
    • Chicken Roast $15.99
    • Pepper Chicken Fry/Curry $15.99
    • Chicken Varatharacha Curry $15.99
    • Malabar Chicken Curry $15.99
    • Butter Chicken $16.99
    • Chicken Tikka Masal $15.99
    • Chilli Chicken $15.99
    • Muthashi Kozhi (House Special) $16.99
    • Chicken Pepper Coconut Fry $15.99
    • Chicken Thattu Kada Fry $15.99
    • Chicken Varatharacha $16.99
    • Malbar Appetizers

    • Samosa 3pc $4.99
    • Pazhampori 3P (Banana Fritter) $4.12
    • Uzhunnu Vada 3P $5.99
    • Sambhar Vada $6.99
    • Idli Sambhar $7.99
    • Gobi Manchrian $13.49
    • Chilli Gopi $12.99
    • Gobi 65 $12.99
    • Chicken Cutlet 3P $5.99
    • Pothu Cutlet 3P $6.99
    • Chicken 65 $12.99
    • Chicken Pakora $12.99
    • Omelette $5.99
    • Drinks

    • Milkshake $6.99
    • Desserts

    • Ice Cream
    • Milkshake $6.99
    • Desserts
    • Burrito, Taco, Quesadillas..

    • Quesadilla $12.95
    • Taco $3.50
    • Burrito $11.95
    • Sandwiches & Wraps

    • Ham & Cheese $7.99
    • Wraps
    • BLT $7.99
    • Burgers

    • Hamburger $5.99
    • Taco Chips

    • Fries
    • Taco Fries $11.95
    • Sides

    • Mashed Potatoes $4.99
    • Fries
    • Meat Sides $0.00
    • Sides $0.00
    • Salad $9.99
    • Egg Sandwiches

    • Egg On A Roll $3.49
    • Breakfast

    • Waffle $8.89
    • Pancakes 3 Stack $8.89
    • French Toast $7.89
    • Two Egg Platter $7.95
    • Omelettes
    • Wraps
    • Irish Breakfast $0.00
    • Appetizer

    • Buffalo Wings $9.99
    • Mozzarella Sticks $9.99
    • Chicken Fingers $9.99
    • Fries
    • UNCATEGORIZED

    • LunchBox $11.02
    • Lunchbox $10.85
    • Lunch Box $12.00
    • Croissant Butter $2.25
    • Grilled Cheese $5.59
    • Lamb Wrap $9.95
    • Onion Rings $4.99
    • Irish Bacon Cheese Burger Deluxe $13.00
    • Orange Drinks $3.00
    • Toasted Bagel $3.25
    • Coffee $1.99
    • Bottled Coke $3.27
    • Cheese Burger Deluxe $11.45
    • Bacon Egg Roll $4.99
    • Cheese Burger $6.95
    • Briana $11.95
    • Grilled Chicken On A Roll $9.95
    • Moose $17.95
    • 5/11 $10.95
    • Garlic Mayo $2.50
    • Coleslaw $2.50
    • Irish Peas $3.50
    • Irish Beans $3.50
    • Pink Sauce $2.00
    • Irish Sausage With Fries $9.95
    • Grilled Cheese With Fries $9.95
    • Hotdog With Fries $9.95
    • Chicken & Rice $12.95
    • Beef & Rice $12.95
    • Greek Special $12.95
    • Sampler Platter $16.95
    • Corned Beef Hash $6.95
    • Healthy Wrap $7.95
    • Mexican Wrap $8.95
    • Turkey Western Wrap $7.95
    • Italian Wrap $7.95
    • The Delux $14.95
    • Belgian Waffles With Sides $11.95
    • Belgian Waffles $8.95
    • Silver Dollar $8.25
    • Short Stacks Pancake $6.95
    • Three Stacks Pancake $8.95
    • Mexican Omelette $10.25
    • Irish Omelette $11.95
    • Veggie Omelette $9.95
    • Western Omelette $9.95
    • Cheese Omelette $8.95
    • Mini Irish Breakfast $11.95
    • Irish Breakfast With Fries&Toast $14.95
    • Buttered Roll $1.50
    • Irish Sausage Roll $3.00
    • Homemade Irish Scone $2.90
    • Chicken Doner Kebab $8.95
    • Chicken Nuggets $9.95
    • Fish Curry Big $32.00
    • Kappa Meen Curry Big $40.00
    • Philly Cheesesteak $10.95
    • Fries $4.45
    • Bacon Egg & Cheese $6.45
    • Tea $1.75
    • Sauce $1.50
    • Salad Small $5.99
    • Veggie Burger $7.00
    • Glass Soda $3.27
    • Coke Battle $0.00
    • Curly Fries $6.95
    • Gatorade $2.26
    • Dylan $11.95
    • Chicken Sandwich $0.00
    • Chicken Sandwich $9.95
    • House Salad $9.95
    • Irish Bacon Cheese Burger $8.50
    • Beef Fry (9inch) $32.00
    • Kerala Chip $3.99
    • Banana Chip $4.49
    • Beef Fry (7inch) $15.99
    • Chicken Biryani $15.99
    • Mexican Torta $9.95
    • Poached Eggs $8.59
    • Canned Soda $1.63
    • Kappa $12.99
    • Bacon Cheese Burger $7.95
    • Iced Coffee
    • Chopped Cheese $8.95
    • Pound Cake $2.95
    • Muffin $2.28
    • Croissant Daisy's $2.09
    • Espresso Drinks
    • Hot Coffee
    • Drinks $0.00
    • Kids Menu
    • Sausage N Peppers $8.99

    Malabar Kitchen usa Details

    • Service options

    • Takeout
    • Dine-in
    • Popular for

    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
    • Offerings

    • Comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Dining options

    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Seating
    • Atmosphere

    • Casual
    • Payments

    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • Children

    • High chairs
    • Pets

    • Dogs allowed outside

    Malabar Kitchen usa Photos

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    Malabar Kitchen usa Location

    Malabar Kitchen usa

    651 McLean Ave, Yonkers, NY 10705, USA

    Malabar Kitchen usa Reviews

    An average rating of ★4.8 from 4 user reviews.★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1

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