PONGAL in South India is celebrated to mark the withdrawal of the southeast monsoons as well as the reaping of the harvest. It is the biggest harvest festival celebrated over three days in the mid january each year. At Pongal restaurant you will find a range of delectable vegetarian cuisine bursting with all the natural flavors and spices true to its original tradition. Consistently applauded by ZAGAT, MICHELLIN , THE NEW YORK TIMES, NY TIMEOUT and millions of highly satisfied customers since 1996, pongal offers one of the most unique menus in New York city which is also Kosher