Kidilum

West 21st runs late on weeknights, but the traffic isn’t what visitors remember—it’s the pockets of understated flavor tucked between glass façades. Kidilum, a South Indian restaurant, fits right in: a reliable stop when the neighborhood empties of flyers and gluten-free requests mount.

The building stands at 31 W 21st St New York, NY 10010—brick façade, bold trim, easy to clock after the PATH stairwell spits you onto the sidewalk.

Small plates and vegetarian options are house staples; the bar pours alcohol and cocktails if you’d rather split dishes at the counter. Reservations are accepted, making solo diners especially comfortable. Two courses side-by-side on the same stool are no problem.

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