A late-night Indian counter on MacDougal Street serving kati rolls and chaat until 2am, popular with the NYU crowd, per The Infatuation.
112 Macdougal St, New York, NY 10012



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The Infatuation describes Thelewala as a small counter operation with just a ledge and a few stools, meaning the tight footprint can slow down service during busy stretches.
The review flags it as ideal for 'late nights,' especially after comedy shows or a movie at the nearby IFC theater, so the NYU-driven late-night rush can mean a wait to get your kati roll, per The Infatuation.
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The Infatuation notes the counter's small footprint (a ledge and a few stools) means it can take a while to get your kati roll during the late-night rush.
No, it's a counter-service kati roll and chaat spot with no reservations mentioned by The Infatuation.
Yes, it's walk-up counter service, though The Infatuation warns the tight space can mean a wait during peak late-night hours.
Sources: The Infatuation