Dhamaka, located in NYCs Essex Market, offers a unique dive into India’s diverse culinary landscape, specializing in less commonly found regional dishes. From spicy Meghalaya specialties like gurda kapoora and Naga pork to Rajasthani shikaar and Kashmiri gosht champ, chef-partner Chintan Pandya and restaurateur Roni Mazumdar present a feast of rare flavors. The menu also features beloved street foods and a sweet finale with Odishas Chhena poda, making Dhamaka a standout destination for adventurous eaters.