fontainhas (/du.kaan/)

This is my second time here. first time with my sister and second time w my bestie. loved it both times. We are two vegetarian Indians and we loved the food and drinks, I definitely recommend going here again and again. I think if you grew up having south asian flavors, you’ll appreciate and love the vision of this restaurant and nostalgic feel. We spent $58 for all of this (including nimbu sherbet) Chili cheese toast + tomato soup is a very cool indian twist on an american classic. It was torched to give it a nice outer shell with a creamy inside (like crème brûlée). We loved the paneer house sandwich it was toasted in Amul butter (iykyk). It was toasted to have a nice crunchy exterior. It was spiced the right amount and had a very nostalgic taste for us. Bun maska was soooo buttery and the bread was dense and soft. I liked dipping it in the tomato soup. The royal chai had a perfect blend of sweet and salty, topped with saffron! Nimbu sherbet so refreshing. not too sweet and can be customized with spices. Not to mention the dukaan has cute south asian inspired nicknacks.

We started with a cutting chai which was nice and a small serving in a cute Indian roadside glasses. Quite unlike the huge paper cup options serving 12 or 16 ounces of the beverage. It was an Indian fare suitably adapted for a western clientele. The paneer or chicken bowls were good with a nice presentation and a variety of items in small quantities. We had both the paneer option and the chicken bowl too. I enjoyed both but the lady members of the group really enjoyed the paneer option because it was a somewhat different presentation of paneer compared to a traditional style. However, the khichdi was very slightly burnt which wasn't visible but was slightly discernable by its taste. The crunchy element in the bowl was a nice touch. We also had the kathi roll with and without the bacon and it had a nice taste and was fairly filling too. We enjoyed the outing and by New York standards it was reasonably priced too. Before I forget they also have a small section for selling ethnic Indian style handicraft items. I enjoyed the outing and most likely we will visit again the next time we are in New York.

THE place to get authentic chai in DUMBO. Great vibe and atmosphere. Wonderful proprietors. The food is very good - nice place to grab some down time and relax as well. Highly recommend.

fontainhas is a warm and inviting cafe that nails both the vibe and the food. The ambiance is homely—unpretentious, relaxed, and full of character. It feels like the kind of place you’d stumble upon in a quieter lane of Goa or Mumbai. The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive. The menu is a curation of comfort food. Highlights include the Paneer House Sandwich, packed with flavor and the nostalgic Chili Cheese Toast, which hits just the right spicy-cheesy balance. And don’t skip the Maska Bun—a simple pleasure that’s hard to find done right outside India. I’ll definitely be going back.

Nice space with a really nice chai and snacks menu. Chai smell is fresh and strong. They also have a small merch shop with many cute things. Their tote bags are the best.

came with my family, had such a wonderful time. Chai, food, music, service, aesthetic were all 20/10. Will be coming again.

Lovely cafe concept, with a unique selection of drinks and varying quality food items. I had a comforting masala chai that I wish was served hotter. The owners and staff were very nice I wouldn’t recommend this place primarily for food. I know its a cafe and not a restaurant, so I am reviewing it as such. The paneer bowl was decent and refreshing for someone who wants a bite while stopping by. The tomato soup and cheese bread were unique, but quite simple and small for $16. I do think some options could be improved for the price to be competitive with other good cafe food. I love the concept of this cafe, and it seems to have formed some community. Hope to stop by again when im in Dumbo and want a drink!