The best Bengali food in the Detroit area. Ate here throughout all of medical school. Food is halal, fresh and service is consistently amazing. read more

I am addicted to this place. It's a great late night option. The prices are cheap as hell, the portions are good, the food is great. What more could you ask for?? I live about 8 minutes away so I always call my food in and pick it up and they are always pleasant. I love their meat samosas, chicken tikka Masala, and the aladdins platter. Nothing fancy, just good food at a great price in a family owned joint. read more

Good food. Ok service. We went at lunchtime and it was only 2 other people in the restaurant. One side is for take out and the other for dining in. There was no host to greet us and we stood around for a few minutes we just sat at a table. After sitting for about 5 minutes we decide to check out the buffet. None of the food items were labeled and the only thing we could figure out was the rice. Finally a staff person came from the other side and I asked him to explain the buffet items, which he did very quickly and was gone. We went with the buffet and it was very good and a little spicy. It seems like the buffet is what the lunch crowd gets because everyone who came in after us got the buffet. Prices are reasonable. The place is pretty much self serve. read more

I'll start by saying, I've been on an Indian food kick for a while now, and have tried many in the area. I prefer Troy Indian such as Ashoka, and Royal Indian, but Hamtramck is closer so I gave Alladin a try! I know the difference between Bengali, and Indian and prefer the northern Punjabi food but wanted to give Aladdin a try! After reading another yelpers review I discovered I sat in the renovated more expensive side, kind of upset, because I didn't know any better, and the prices were more expensive than I seen on the online menu for more than likely the same amount of food! The service was good! We had dinner plates and silverware. Not a fan of the no ice premade pitchers of water that taste like bathwater; seems to be normal practice down here with Reshmi, and Bonoful down the street. Food was ok, but have had way better! Phulkari Indian blows this place away! But you will pay more! (We ordered the tikka masala, chicken curry, and chicken tikka) the Chicken curry being the best, Chicken tikka was not served on a skillet as shown on menu. Naan wasn't really fluffy and crisp, but rather tasteless and raw doughy. Gulab jamin was not a nice golden brown, but rather dark in color and really soggy. Tasted more like pumpkin pie. I recommend staying away from the Hamtramck restaurants, and go to Troy or Phulkari in Madison Heights being my favorite. read more

I kind of feel like I can't be impartial, as this place has serious sentimental value seeing as it's where my girlfriend and I went on our first date (followed by a Bollywood movie at the Novi Town Center 8!). BUT, I have never had a bad experience here - since we live in Hamtramck, we walk there from our house a lot which is nice. Yes, it's true that all the plates and stuff are disposable, and while I don't love that, that's par for the course at virtually every fast food restaurant and that doesn't seem to stop people from eating way too much McDonald's and Taco Bell. The decor actually looks like an old McDonald's - orange walls and fast food style tables. The food is consistently good, prices are great, and though sometimes the service is slow, lately we've had a young waiter who is super charming and attentive. Also, it's hard to resist their Ladoo - a tasty vegan ball of sweetness that's all cardamom and sugar. Yum! read more

Pretty good. Tasty curry, good rice, and even better (hot and fresh!!) naan. Prices are decent, and our server was very nice and helpful when suggesting what we should order. If you're looking for something new, just ask! I'm sure they would be glad to help. Other bonus is that all the meats are halal. The dining room leaves more to be desired and the ambiance - there isn't really any. Probably won't be back anytime soon considering I didn't feel well the next morning after I had butter chicken. Also found it funny when the waiter asked for a cash tip lol. Of course I understand cash tips are easier to handle at the end of the day, but maybe there is an easier way for waiters to get the cash from management from the credit card tips at the end of the day? I've never had someone ask for their tips in cash. Should consider that some people don't carry singles or $5 bills, so it's just kind of awkward if you don't have anything. read more

Went to Alladin Sweets for lunch yesterday and have to say that their food has been getting progressively worse. Ordered the Aloo Motor Gobi (minus the Gobi) as I usually do and I have to say this is the first time I was told the Gobi (cauliflower) is pre-mixed into the dish. Okay, so I then expected to see cauliflower... Well, there wasn't any in there but there was a ton of cubed tomatoes which was new to the item. They've been slacking a lot lately and I'm not impressed by the new addition. They didn't even have the lights on when they sat us in there. Is it open or not and why can't we sit in the original cafe' part with the other patrons? The decor is embarrassing with the little kid space-themed ceiling fans, water marks and cracking plaster. This is a NEW space, people. Maybe they should have kept it the way it was and focused on the food. It's getting consistently more bland each time I go there. They've cut their portion sizes, especially on the rice, to barely enough to cover the bottom of the plate they serve it on. I have to say, I'm sad to see another Hamtramck restaurant go down the tubes. What happened to quality food or at least having a little pride? I miss Gandhi! read more

After patronizing this place for over a year, I've decided to move on to another place. The quality of service and food, in my opinion has slowly declined. Probably because of all the business they're receiving. Also I've noticed that they tend to start taking their regulars for granted.I'm not big on the paper plates and plastic silverware you get when you sit in the cafe/carry out section. I recently sent a friend there and forgot to tell him to sit in the restaurant section.Needless to say I was embarrassed.In all fairness I do have to say that their samosas are a lot tastier than the other places I have tried as is the chai...just tell them to go easy on the sugar.Also, when ordering the chicken curry or goat curry, make sure to tell them "boneless"...unless you want some liver and or giblets in your curry. read more

Really pretty good. Service if alittle goofy, but the buffet is good indian food

Aladdin just always has the best Bengali food and the staff are some of the most fantastic people in Hamtramck. Personally feel like they're Palak Paneer and Chicken Tikka are the best around. Really it's all good. read more

Enjoyed a vegetarian take-out meal. Delicious and well balanced flavors with a perfect hit of heat. Naan was pillowy and perfectly slightly charred. Excited to return. read more

Food used to be good with the old chief and need to lower the price as the people around can't afford the food

Let me get to the point, they charge you extra (approx 50 cents per item) if you sit in there newly renovated back area of dining. This is not posted anywhere nor do they tell you this, so therefore it is illegal. Order your food, due that math, you'll see the price exceeds the menu + tax, w/o the tip. The place is unsanitary, bathrooms are filthy, and service is slow. Food is wrong most to the time, and they over charge, try to pull a fast one on you. On the positive side, the food is pretty descent, but I suggest you check out a different place. Stay away. read more

I originally came here awhile ago because my other favorite Bengali spot closed down. Bengal Masala set a high bar of expectations. Aladdin does not disappoint. In recent times, Aladdin has stepped up the game. A newly remodeled dinning room and patio space has replaced the small dingy dinning area. It classes up the place. Check out the ceiling fans with rocket ships and stars, hilarious. The lunch buffet is pretty on point, but i suggest arriving between 12-1 pm to get the freshest results. I eat here at least once a week. Service is always with a smile, and repeated visits have given me the feel the feel of being a regular. I really like the staff, they are pretty funny and seem to be amused by me and my friends antics. I highly suggest this place. The chicken tika masala and the palak paneer are super tasty. The fried goodies in the hot box at the cash register are pretty good if they are fresh, the peanut samosa is out of control good. It is far superior to any other curry spot I've been to in recent history, an amazing food value and seems to be getting better by the day. It's a big hard to find if you don't know hamsamwhich, so keep your eyes up if you are on the way.Cheers. read more

Poor quality food. The goat biryani meat was tough. It was difficult to chew and had too much fat. We ordered an appetizer sampler. They substituted meat dishes for non-meat dishes without asking. The appetizer samosas were oily and were served at room temperature. Finally, the place was filthy. There is no excuse for that. The grout in the tile on the floor was black with filth in contrast to lighter color on the edges. Stay away. read more

Cheap, delicious food that's freshly made. Loved their Naan and Chicken Jalfarezi. Try the Gulab Jamun if you are in the mood for some dessert read more

The food was a little too spicy for me, but the staff was very nice and the owner gave us free dessert (all because I asked what they had for dessert!). Make sure if you want mild though, say very mild. I said mild tonight and I received a dish that was definitely not mild. I'm giving it 4 stars though because the place was clean, the food was fresh, and everyone else at my table loved their meals. read more

Aladdin Sweets & Cafe. This is the go to place when you're feeling like some South Asian cuisine. Food is prepared quickly, but not so fast that you feel like it was precooked. Amazing prices and always available seating. This place has 2 seating areas. If you sit at the cashier area, you get all the yelling, laughing and associated commotion you would expect at an authentic South Asian eatery. Not to mention paper plates and plastic sporks! But, if you're feeling like a quieter setting, there is ample seating in a more spiffy seating area in the back, complete with cutlery and good china. If it's your first time going there, I'd recommend the butter chicken at a spice level to your liking. Remember butter chicken is better chicken. read more

REALLY GOOD FOOD! Great bargain.

I went in on a Friday afternoon for their lunch buffet at around 1PM. I was disappointed by the selection they had available. The salad and matar paneer was gone and never replenished. The things they did replenish while I was there was the naan, the chicken tikka masala, and the aloo gobi. They also had chole and two different kinds of rice. I really wish they had a wider variety. Of what I ate, the food was only ok, I've definitely had better in my days. Did I still go home with a tummy heaving with food? Yes. Would I go back? Probably not. read more

This places is horrible. I ordered a carry out and they charged more because apparently the menu price changed yet they still had the old prices listed. They over charged me for a naan (that I never ordered in the first place) yet when I checked my bag at home for the second naan, it wasn't there. Sad service. They're lost customers over $5 because of lies. Never going back. read more

Delicious food at reasonable prices. Lots of vegetarian options. My only complaint would be that the space could use a little sprucing up.

GREAT FOOD! I decided to check Aladdin's out yesterday to grab dinner and the staff was very helpful in helping me decide which chicken dish to try and my butter chicken was delicious! Will definitely be going back to Aladdin's to try their other dishes! read more

Never again! I had been coming to this place for nearly 10 years. I've brought my friends, family and even my kids to this place. Just earlier I placed an order for carry out for a shrimp biryani with garlic naan. The usual for me. And when I was up front ordering the cashier called a cook up to tell them to make my order "special" then laughed and walked away! Are you kidding me?! Almost 10 years of business and this is what I get! Never again. I've been nothing but polite to these people! I got a shrimp biryani with frozen vegetables and cheap shrimp and god only knows what the gooey stuff in the center was...spit perhaps! Screw this place! Anybody looking to go here stay clear! This place will mess with your food if your anything but Bangladeshi (depending on who's at the counter)! Disgusting way of doing business! I even called to speak to a manager and they said he's unavailable and hung up on me! Called back, and they asked immediately if I was the guy who ordered the shrimp biryani! How ironic read more

The food is great, the sweets are better. The service is a little slow at times, and that's the only reason for the 4 Stars.

Now my favorite restaurant in Greater Detroit. If you hate chain restaurants and love authentic cooking and atmosphere, this place is the BEST!!! read more

Biryani was excellent in taste though chicken was a little bit over cooked. After a long time away from my home country, I enjoyed the samosas most with the special chutney they gave. Definitely a place where you can spend wisely for your tummy.. read more