Located at 247 West 72nd Street, Kebab aur Sharab brings the breathtaking and diverse food culture of India to New York City. The decor is modeled after the classic punjabi kothi or haveli, a typical house in Punjabi culture that combines colonial and punjabi vernacular design features with modern design flourishes. The majestic peacock, which serves as India’s national emblem, and its hues are also evident throughout the area, including a mural on the skylight at the dining room’s rear.
As a member of a family of cooks, Shinde brings decades of experience to the table along with his skill in a wide range of Indian culinary methods. The restaurant will feature the breadth and complexity of India’s extraordinary cuisine, drawing inspiration from the comfort food and street food options Mehta experienced as a child, including items from well-known restaurants and street carts in India.“When we were growing up in New Delhi, Punjabi families would come together to celebrate meals featuring kebabs and freshly baked roti and naan from the best street food vendors paired with whiskeys and cocktails.
The restaurant will also feature a wide variety of meat dishes that have been made using a dizzying array of sophisticated techniques, such as stone grilling and the use of the tandoor.