Lungi, a Sri Lankan and South Indian spot on the Upper East Side, offers generous, flavorful dishes in a U‑shaped dining room (opt for the covered back patio for a smoother experience). Highlights include the hearty Banana Leaf Special Meal brunch—packed with about eleven sides alongside rice and biryani for $45—and exciting Sri Lankan staples like lamprais, kothu roti (though slightly gravy‑heavy), hoppers (crispy on one side, soft on the other), and sweet‑tangy eggplant moju. Overall, it’s a great value and a welcome addition to the neighborhood’s South Asian dining scene, despite some gravies tasting a bit similar.
Article author:
Sonal Shah
Photo credit:
Alex Staniloff