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I went here for my 40th birthday. The food was delicious, out waiter was fantastic. But then the maitre d', who had been rude all throughout the night (we ignored him because we really wanted to enjoy ourselves), rushed us out saying, "My 10 pm is coming in and I need this table." That's it. Just like that--"ok, get out." No smile, no apology for making our dining experience into an assembly line. We hadn't been lingering, either. We'd just finished our desserts. A shame, because despite the delicious food, it left a terrible taste in my mouth. I complained to the manager, but he was hardly better. Very disappointing on such an important evening.

Went out for birthday dinner on Wed. night -- the restaurant was mostly empty which normally is not a good sign, but the atmosphere was warm and the service was great (attentive waiters, kitchen not dragging its feet). Got salmon cakes and frito misto as apps -- both very good esp. frito misto. Halibut was a good portion and very moist and tender in a nice zesty sauce. Lamb stuffed chicken was exceptional (accompanied but a nice thai-like okra salad) -- so moist and flavorful!

Being Indian, I am pretty discerning when it comes to Indian restaurants. I was pleasantly surprised with Devi. The service was excellent, which is not always the case in most Indian restaurants. The cocktails were inventive and tasty--I had an expertly made gin & tonic made with muddled cilantro. My friends and I tried several dishes off the menu, and on the whole I found the fusion-style dishes to work a lot better than the traditional dishes. My favorite of the appetizers was the frito misto. The calamari and shrimp were crispy and cooked perfectly, and the spices added a nice kick to a potentially boring dish. The other appetizers were good, but nothing special. Of the main courses, the fish of the day was outstanding. The fish was moist and fresh, and the accompaniments were really interesting. The squash was soft and slightly sweet, whereas the rasam sauce was pungent and spicy. They both provided nice contrasts to the fish. The Indian dishes were fine but nothing to write home about. If you want great Indian food there are plenty of cheaper options out there. But if you want something new and interesting, definitely go with the fusion dishes here. I was very impressed!

I’m usually apprehensive about certain restaurants that combine "haute" with anything else but "French" but this one really lives up to its promises. The fish was expertly prepared, and nothing ambitious or dull. Fine atmosphere, prompt service, and the price was very reasonable. OH! made all the better by our handy dandy Diners Deck. Have you guys heard of these? My wife and I got the Manhattan and Brooklyn/Downtown decks this Christmas and have been the best little things ever. You can get $10 off at 52 restaurants around Manhattan (and Bklyn) and it solves the ubiquitous question “Where should we eat tonight?” So glad this restaurant was in the deck. We’ll be back to Devi.

I had a pretty good experience with Devi, although the food was hit-or-miss. The space is lovely, and the service is excellent. I like that you can order two courses, three, or four courses at a set price. The cocktails were terrific and different. First we were brought a cute, tasty little amuse bouche. I started with the frito misto which was really outstanding. It had shrimp, calamari, and bell peppers fried in a spicy, crispy batter. My friend's Fattouch salad was just OK...a little salty for my taste. The chicken curry was also oversalted, but otherwise was tasty. The saag paneer was also good, but not spectacular. My fish dish, however, was fantastic! The fish was moist and perfectly cooked. The sauce was really unique--it was an interesting take on a traditional tamarind-based soup normally served over rice. The fish was served atop a chunky, slightly sweet butternut squash preparation--its sweetness set off the spicy sauce really well! All in all, we found that the fusion-y and non-traditional dishes were the best, and worth the money. But for regular Indian food, I'd probably go someplace else.

I went to Devi after hearing some good reviews. The price is high for Indian food, but compared to a similar level for other cuisines, it's a downright bargain. The appetizers were good, but not mind-boggling. The meals, on the other hand, changed the way I think about Indian food. I've traveled across the subcontinent and the only comparable dishes I've had were in five-star restaurants and Deli (and perhaps one particular street vendor in Lahore). The food was also pretty spicy, which I greatly appreciate. If you're a bit sensitive to spice, don't be scared away, just order some of their excellent raita (yogurt). In short, it's not for the everyday, but for a special occasion, I would highly recommend Devi.

I thought the service was great. The waiters were attentive and the food came promptly. We ordered the mutter appetizers and entrees, mainly vegetarian ones with a few non-veg. Everything was excellent. There were 5 of us, without drinks, which were provided complimentary due to a short delay in seating us after our reservation time and the bill came to $160.