Silk Road

Amazing flavors and beautiful atmosphere! I am super picky with my Indian food and I think Silk Road had such an interesting fusion take on it. I truly enjoyed the entire meal, and the service was personable and friendly without being overbearing.
I love the Marigny and having this pretty little restaurant at such a great location is ideal. Perfect for date nights or big group dinners. Will be back soon!

It’s a great place to eat! I was treated with exceptional service and friendly waitstaff. I will definitely recommend Silk Road to all my friends and family, and have already booked the private banquet room for my sisters birthday party. Great wine selection!

This place is desperately in need of Bar Rescue. We came in when it was busy, and sat at the bar. We expected a wait, but not over 1 hour for mediocre food!
The saag paneer was tasty, but very spicy. My spouse’s gyro po boy was «a gyro». The bartender/​waiter kept giving people the wrong drinks and screwing up bills.
The kitchen… Where to start? I think their main issue is that they seem to make each dish by scratch. That could make the food better, but there’s no efficiency of scale.
Tl;dr: disorganized bar and kitchen, not worth wading through that unless you don’t care about time.

This was was really good, comfortable setting, staff was engaged just enough. Well Aware of the menu. I would recommend this be one of the better 5 late night great food & hangout spots in New Orleans:)

My friend had really hyped this place up, so I just wasn’t impressed when I got there.
For apps, we got the samosas and eggplant pakora. I enjoyed the samosas thoroughly — they were pretty perfect. Even the garlic chutney on the plate was yummy. One of the eggplant fritters were undercooked — no bueno.
Entrees and sides — while not traditional indian, the dishes didn’t seem very cajun or creole? Overall, flavor was there and taste was there. For some reason, I just wasn’t super impressed.
The mango cheesecake was the best part though!
I think to increase stars, the place needs to maybe redecorate to look less like a bar and more like a restaurant? It’s just strange seeing this place serve finer dining rather than bar food when the bar is large and central in the restaurant. Maybe the place is more of a bar? Or maybe we didn’t get the right things on the menu, like the crab lemongrass bisque and short ribs?
Overall, not sure if I’d be back.

Had dinner here tonight and glad we listened to reviews on Unilocal!I had the crab lemongrass bisque and short ribs. Both were very good. They also sell bottles of wine retail. Very handy if you want to take some extra wine home to your air bnb.

WOW! What a fantastic find! We just happened to run into this place when we were on our way to a comedy show in the area and decided that it would be best to eat first. I knew nothing about Silk Road when I walked in the door, but after checking a few Unilocal reviews, I figured it was worth a try.
First of all, upon entering, we were immediately greeted by one of the owners who mentioned that they were having a complimentary wine tasting and we should head to the back and help ourselves. After trying the wine, we looked over the menu. A vast array of options lay before us.
Upon the recommendation of fellow Unilocalers, I decided to start with the lemon grass crab bisque. It was incredible! It was full of flavor and tasted very earthy. It was different, but I loved it. For my entrée, I decided to get three tacos– two beef and one chicken. They are served in soft tortillas with their house made salsa verde and pico de gallo. Look, I’m going to go ahead and be super honest with you here– no exaggeration, these are probably some of the best tacos that I have ever had in my entire life. They were PACKED with tons of flavor and so full of meat and pico that I had trouble getting them into my mouth to take a proper bite. If I had known they were so big I would have gotten two instead of three. No, scratch that. I’m glad I got three because I took one home and ate it for lunch the next day.
After dinner, the owner chatted with us for a bit and he was so nice and made us feel very welcome. They will even box up your leftovers for you. It’s a small thing, but I love that extra touch. The overall atmosphere of this restaurant is extremely friendly and welcoming. There is a nice neighborhood vibe without the place feeling like a dive. They even sell beer and wine by the bottle, in case you are just in the mood to have a drink and relax.
I will definitely be returning to Silk Road sooner rather than later.

BLUF: All around great place for a nicer meal in the marigny.
I love the marigny, it has a lot of «character». There are a few tables outside on a cute brick wrap-​around. Inside is an open area with a nice bar and ok beer selection and full bar. If you sit outside for dinner you order at the bar.
I think the bartender was also the owner. He was unbelievably nice and helpful. He had great opinions and can steer you to the right foods.
I got a beer and my wife got a sazerac. They make the sacerac with maraschino cherry and juice so it is a little sweeter than I like.
We shared our food. By his recommendation we got the crab bisque and it was amazing. Definitely a must get. Very creamy with a spice to it.
Split the samosas which were also great and had a dipping sauce that added a great sweet contrast to the samosa.
The seasame salmon with indian yogurt was great. The salmon itself was great but the yogurt made it incredible. Really interesting (kinda wish there was a little more of the yogurt)
Got the mango cheese cake which was incredibly good. I like cheesecake more and more and this one was awesome. Not overly mango so the blend is not overwhelming. Definitely worth getting.
Atmosphere is great, people watching is great, service is great, food is wonderful. I’d def go back.

This is a fusion restaurant with Indian cuisine as their base. For a fan of true Indian fare, the place may come as a little different, but overall, the flavors are authentic and innovative. We started with the samosa appetizer, which was very authentic, but the sauces accompanying it seemed bottled and not fresh. The main course — ranging from shrimp tacos to green curry, was good. The shrimp dish was a little odd. The shrimp arrived almost whole, and this is very a typical of the way Indian curries are made. It would have been nice to know (on the menu, or been told by the server) that the shrimp is not deveined or shelled.
The baked/​grilled vegetables that come as a side were pretty bad (raw-​ish flavor). But overall, the place had a good vibe, good for large groups, and the food was creative and hence became a point of good conversation.

Affordable prices for gourmet food. The restaurant has managed to maintain its funk but upgraded the food! Tried the green curry shrimp and the duck– incredible. This is a new restaurant to look out for! Excited to see it post renovation this fall.

Always love a trip to Silk Road. We had the crawfish egg rolls and samosas to start. I had the short rib entrée. It was all beyond delicious. Our wine recommendation from our fabulous server was also fantastic. I love the homey atmosphere and the food is consistently great. I recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience.

Ok I admit, I haven’t been there (yet). I’ve known the chef for ages so I get occasional homemade dishes but since he’s the chef there’s no difference and man it is so good it gives you a high.
The mango cheesecake is to die (or kiss up) for. The duck is out of this world. You can taste how fresh the samosas are. If the man makes you a burger, you feel like you’re at a high end place. You can’t go wrong.
Fascinating fact about the gastronomist extraordinaire chef and his wide range: he began his career as a doctor of microbiology. He knows his stuff to a depth few do. He once made a cookie cake for my daughter’s birthday and it was gone in under 5 minutes.
Trust me, you can’t go to Silk Road and be disappointed. The food is some of the absolute best I’ve ever had, and I’m not just a huge foodie, I eat out a lot (now I’m really craving duck, too).

Had a wonderful time here during my stay in New Orleans. It’s family run, been in the neighborhood forever, and has the cozy vibe to match.
The food is a very fun mix of creole and Indian. Plenty of vegetarian options. I had the saag paneer and would recommend it. My friend had shrimp vindaloo and loved it. Mango cheesecake was incredible!

Everything at Silk Road is simply delicious! I order a cup of the Lemongrass Crab Bisque every time. It makes me lose my mind in a sea of delicate flavors.
Lovely corner spot in the Marigny almost hidden by hanging gardens. Kind & professional staff. Great wine selection.

This was like like an old key West bar. It was a small bar restaurant that sold alcohol out of the back. It totally felt like they were just selling you their inventory, lol.

Perfect breakfast spot! Alyssa was our waitress and she was awesome! She was extremely friendly and very attentive.
The place is very quaint and cozy. They had an amazing breakfast. The menu had a little bit of everything but still had the New Orleans style. They have really great bloody Mary’s and they’re only $ 5. Mimosas are $ 3.
Highly recommend this place!

Let me preface this review by stating, the place closes at 10 and I went in at just before 930. That being said, the man at the bar who took care of my to go order was very nice. He made nice general conversation with me while my food cooked and was prepared to make suggestions when I seemed hesitant.
The food could use some work. I ordered the crawfish egg rolls and a cup of gumbo. The gumbo is only available in the bowl size when getting to go which the nice man informed me of prior to giving my order to the kitchen. I ordered it anyway and with a Unilocal check in I received a free dessert. The guy didn’t know about the promotion but honored it anyway. With Silk Road being a kind of fusion of Eastern and Cajun flavors I expected some spice and a bit of a kick but the two dishes fell flat. The rolls were presented nicely on a bed of mixed greens with a cup of dipping sauce which was pretty tasty. They were just really bland, as if no seasoning had been added. The same goes for the gumbo. It was served steaming hot but again super bland. The dessert I got was a mango white chocolate cheesecake. I was hesitant about that combo of flavors but it turned out to be really good! The dessert ended up being the best part of the meal!

The best Samosas I’ve ever had hands down!!!
We had fabulous entrees with incredibly tender, juicy, and flavorful meat that was paired with excellent sides.
The staff is very friendly and checked with us to make sure we were satisfied with everything. Beautiful spot to grab dinner or just drinks and appetizers on the patio. They also sell French Pastries made fresh daily! We loved this place!

Really good food and service. I had the goat cheese salad and the gyro. Both were delicious (gyro came with Zapps chips tho — the only thing I didn’t like). After chatting about whiskey, they came up with a wonderful Indian Summer cocktail for me. She mentioned they’re in transition and focusing on stepping up their cocktail offerings in a big way. I liked the décor and music (ethnic/​eclectic) — ambiance is a big deal. Prices are reasonable.

Y’all. We need to talk about this food. I think I’m in love. Came in a few nights ago after scoping out the menu and drooling.
Atmosphere was quaint and friendly and our waitress was the nicest peach, offering many suggestions for our wandering appetites. Huge wine selection! The house reds/​whites by the glass are all good price range– I got the Malbec and my friend got the Pinot Noir. Both big ol’ glasses of yum.
They had a soup/​entrée/​dessert menu for $ 25 so he did that and got. ahem. The most amazing crab bisque I have tasted in some time. I repeat AMAZING LEMONGRASS CRAB BISQUE. Ah! The flavors!!! I got the chicken gumbo and it was also totally killer, and I’m also a gumbo freak. So this speaks volumes to have a solid gumbo with a little twist.
We both got curry for entrée– I did the red chicken and he did the green shrimp. Both were just perfect, great portions too. And the sautéed Bok Choy is a nice touch.
Note: the shrimp come with the tail, so expect a finger-​lickin’ good time.
Finally, we got the mango cheesecake for dessert. I was already on the floor full and happy but MAN. That cheesecake. I have never. Oh man. That cheesecake still brings little tears to my eyes.
Final bill? Under sixty bucks, aaaand I had leftovers. DONE AND DONE. Also wanted to note that I’m not sure why it is $$$. Should really only be $$ as none of the entrees were over $ 20, most was like $ 12. Curious. Anyway, y’all come find me there, I’ll be going at least like three times a week.

I’ve lived in New Orleans for the past 21 years of my life and have several generations of parents and grandparents who have all called Nola home. This city has plenty of good food, but Silk Road has a culinary identify of its own.
I have been here three times since its conversion from Schiros and although the menu has been revamped and sign changed, the soul of the restaurant has not. The atmosphere is welcoming to all — tourist and local alike. Silk road has a slightly more sophisticated feeling than Schiros, but don’t let that deter you from stopping in to share an order of samosas over a bottle of wine (a pastime of mine). The chef perfectly executes a fusion of cultures. Maybe the best example of this is the seared duck breast. If you don’t usually find duck to your liking, this is the time to give it another try. You won’t be disappointed.
I have several favorite restaurants in nola, but this one has been the birthplace of more fond meals and memories than probably any other.