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Sea Cliff, NY

Expanding catering and meal prep divisions with a new catering van.

• Unique Culinary Blend: The Onion Tree offers a distinctive combination of Pizza Napoletana and regional Indian cuisine.
• Experienced Leadership: Chef Jay Jadeja and Raquel Wolf Jadeja bring decades of culinary and hospitality experience to the business.
• Community Focus: The company is committed to serving the local community in Sea Cliff and surrounding areas.
• Expansion Plans: Plans include enhancing catering services and exploring new locations and brands.
• Quality Ingredients: The Onion Tree emphasizes the use of organic ingredients and freshly made spice blends.

The Onion Tree is expanding its operations in Sea Cliff, New York, with a focus on enhancing its catering and meal prep divisions. The company plans to invest in a dedicated catering van to support this growth, allowing them to better serve their community and expand their market presence. The Onion Tree is known for its unique blend of Pizza Napoletana and regional Indian cuisine, emphasizing small batch cooking with freshly toasted and ground spices. Their commitment to quality is evident in their use of mostly organic ingredients and their own spice blends and chutneys.

Founded by Chef Jay Jadeja and Raquel Wolf Jadeja, The Onion Tree has been recognized as one of the top restaurants on Long Island. Chef Jay brings a wealth of experience from his global culinary career, while Raquel’s expertise in hospitality and event planning drives the operational success of the business. Together, they aim to strengthen their foundation in Long Island and explore future expansion opportunities, including the potential opening of additional locations and the launch of their Indian Fried Chicken brand, Crispy Karma.

Company Info

The Onion Tree offers a fusion of regional Indian dishes and Pizza Napoletana, focusing on quality and authenticity.

The Onion Tree is a restaurant located in Sea Cliff, New York, specializing in a unique blend of regional Indian cuisine and Pizza Napoletana. The establishment prides itself on small-batch cooking, using freshly toasted and ground spices to create authentic Indian dishes. Their pizza dough is crafted with 100% Italian Caputo Flour, featuring a high hydration and long fermentation process for a light and airy texture. The Onion Tree also produces its own spice blends and chutneys, emphasizing freshness and organic ingredients.

In addition to its restaurant offerings, The Onion Tree is expanding its services to include meal prep and catering, aiming to enhance its presence on Long Island. The business is led by Chef Jay Jadeja, who brings a wealth of international culinary experience, and Raquel Wolf Jadeja, who oversees operations and strategic growth. Together, they focus on delivering quality and a soulful dining experience to their community.