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    Bricklane Curry House, Jersey City, NJ

    4.0 (171 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Nilgiri Curry with Vegetables
    Vivek D.

    Had a bit of a mixed experience at Brick Lane on a not too busy Friday evening. Decided to come here on a whim after discovering the Thai place we wanted to try temporarily closed. We arrived into a dimly lit dining room near the entrance. We were kindly greeted to some papad and apparently a Gymkhana tomato soup. Didn't realize it was a thing, but appreciate the gesture. We started with some cocktails. For some reason, it took almost 15 minutes to arrive, which was a bit odd I ordered a tequila based drink called "lost in goa" (I think that is right?) which actually was pretty good. The fiancée ordered a gin based cocktail which I forgot the name of. Whoops. From there, I think the drinks were the highlight of the night. We wanted to split two different items. Our first choice was the Nigiri Curry with vegetables. I decided that maybe a paneer-based dish would complement it. Therefore, I opted for the paneer tikka. From there, We then decided to get the Amritsari Kulcha. Just like the drinks, both took quite some time to arrive. I would've imagined the paneer tikka to arrive quicker because it was on skewers (as confirmed by our waitress). However, when we got the paneer tikka, it was actually served to us sizzler style. So our waitress was wrong. Also, the paneer tikka had extra veggies which I didn't expect or want. I first noticed eggplant which was just way too hard to eat. There were also peppers, cauliflower, zucchini, etc.... the disappointing part was the paneer because I don't think it was fully marinated. The issue to me is that the pieces were just way too large. I think smaller cubes would've helped. On the contrary, the Nilgiri Curry was was a smaller quantity. Something more reasonable for two people. My only disappointment with this is that it didn't really arrive hot. It was warm, which really isn't acceptable That's the least I could expect from any establishment, but especially an Indian restaurant. Because of the paneer tikka, we really couldn't finish most of the curry (and none of the rice) while at the restaurant. When we did reheat it a few days later, you could get the aromatic flavors a bit more. Just wish it was there at the onset. The kulcha truthfully was pretty good. It also held up pretty well even as leftovers, especially since we had a lot of it remaining. I could've given this a 4 star review, but felt that the food not being very hot when arriving + the waitress not really knowing how the paneer tikka is served proved to be a disappointment. Therefore, hopefully the team learns this and ensures to apply a better customer experience to future patrons.

    Tomato soup
    Elizabeth L.

    Food is great! The tomato soup was incredible, very surprising, and the curries were great too, service on top and the ambience good too-

    Mushroom and truffle oil naan
    Chelsea L.

    Everything we ordered was great! The Rasmalai martini and mushroom and truffle oil naan were unique and tasted so good. Good service as well. Highly recommend this restaurant if you're looking for delicious Indian food. Restaurant decor is very nice too.

    lamb tikka masala
    Joann S.

    First time ever giving a two star review First time in my life waiting almost TWO WHOLE HOURS for food. GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ‼‼‼ I almost never complain (I leave good honest reviews all the time) but omg... this place almost ruined our valentine's/anniversary. Food was good but it was not worth 2 hours of waiting good. TIMELINE: Our reservation was at 7:30, we got there 7:45 and didn't get seated until 8:00. That's fine. However, they put us in a corner right by the door (freezing cold every time someone walks in) and left us by ourselves for 30 minutes. No one came to check in on us, we didn't even get water cups for our water. After finally ordering at 8:30, we proceed to spend the next HOUR waiting--neither of our 2 appetizers came, our drinks didn't come, and no one came to check in on us. One hour came and went. It's 10PM and our curry finally arrives. At that point, we're so hungry we just devour it. We save space for our appetizers (which hasn't come yet), guess what--they never put our order in! (See Server Section) We sit around, twiddling our thumbs. 10:30PM. Nothing. 11:00PM. Alright, let's just get our checks and leave. MANAGEMENT 0/5 The restaurant was fully booked since it was valentine's day and they couldn't even take walk-in's. It's totally understandable that a business is busy and unable to accommodate stuff like that but it is also up to management to properly staff their restaurant to anticipate large crowds ESPECIALLY when reservations were made ahead of time. They should have a good understanding of how many guests will be dining that night and take the proper steps to fully staff their restaurant. SERVER 3/5 This is not on the servers, I understand they were busy and it's hard for them to check up all the time. They were apologetic and gave us a dessert of gulab jamun (which was way too sweet). HOWEVER, the waitress took down my order by memory and I was skeptical to this since there were quite a few things but my boyfriend assured me that this was the way they did it in India. Guess what? Ended up forgetting to write down one of my dishes--another dish never even came. And the kicker, we had to FLAG people down by poking our heads out of our little crawl space ANY TIME we needed service, it felt barbaric. I understand the servers are probably overwhelmed but there's a lot that can be improved on all around the table. This was really not good. FOOD 4/5 It was good food, I will give that to them. The other food probably would've been good too if we got the chance to eat it. 2 stars--1 for the nice servers (trying their best, I know) and 1 for the food.

    good mixture of food, it was all quite good, but nothing stood out as amazing
    Lucas W.

    Worth going to but I'm not sure I'd go back. That said I have a pretty high bar for Indian food given how frequently I eat it. We ordered a variety of dishes including some paneer masala, saag paneer, chicken korma, among others. I would say all the dishes were good, but I'm not sure anything was unique or like especially good. Service was good but we did wait quite some time for our food - not the service fault but the kitchen. It was busy but not packed by any means. I might try it again and it's definitely worth a first try, but at the same time I've had better Indian too.

    Onion Bhaji and London Samosa.
    Emma P.

    I've been here a couple of times before and thought it was okay. I was disappointed by my most recent visit. We were looking for somewhere to eat at 9 on a Monday evening and stopped by here as they are open until 2 everyday. There were a couple of other tables eating but it was pretty quiet overall. Bricklane is conveniently located near to the Grove St PATH. The space is nicely decorated and the servers are pleasant and as mentioned they are open late. We were given a complimentary demi- tasse cup of tomato soup and poppadoms with chutney which was a nice touch. We ordered the Chicken Shish Kebab, Lamb Biriani and a Garlic Naan. Chicken Shish Kebab was more like kofta and came hidden beneath a pile of chopped cabbage. The portion was small and the seasoning was unevenly distributed so one bite was bland and the other was fiery hot. Biriani had the same uneven distribution of spice and was again on the small side portion wise. Presentation was lacking, there were none of the usual nuts etc on top and a whole hard boiled egg complete with grey ring around the yolk was buried in the middle of the rice. The lamb was tender but there was not much of it. Naan Bread was on the smaller side and was thin and crispy rather than being pillowy, soft and fluffy. We were given a complimentary dessert of Carrot Halva. The extras were a nice but unnecessary touch (there was also a bowl of 'curry sauce' that tasted like Tilka Masala or Bitter Chicken sauce given to us with the mains) I would rather have had more generous portions and better presentation. I'd say that the spice level was higher than in other local Indian restaurants. I don't have a problem that but it's definitely more of a UK rather than USA spice level so that's something to look out for. With one beer, tax and tip we paid a little under $100 for a quick curry for two. I think it's very overpriced for what it is and won't revisit. I'm reply to the business owners comments I wish to say that I realize that i can pay close to $100 for dinner in JC but we had one beer, one bread, and two entrees that were small. The food was overpriced for what it was, the quality and nuanced flavors were missing.

    L. Eliza C.

    As a hungry vegetarian, I was very pleased to come here for Easter brunch. OMG, I am in heaven and we ordered from the buffet meal available only on weekends. High level * Price is right!!! You get so much for the price including naan!! * Food is so fresh. * Made on the spot - these little appetizers - are delicious! * It includes Chai as well. LOVE IT. * My friend had the flesh dishes and he ate it all. * We got a little mint at the end with our receipt. * The Gulab was delicious - these are these tiny little carb balls in syrup. * Service was attentive. I am looking forward to coming back here when I am not dieting.

    Masala Chai, Desserts
    Sara G.

    We have been coming/ordering from Brick Lane for a while because it's consistently delicious. They recently added a brunch buffet from 12-4 on weekends and omg. The menu changes every week--today the theme was Guri Padwa. At least half the buffet options are vegetarian. There is self-serve masala chai, and ample salad ingredients. All of the staff are friendly and helpful. We always have a great time and will definitely keep coming back.

    Leah H.

    The food was delicious! We got the Maya's Paneer and Vegetable Biryani with garlic naan. The drinks were good too! The only strange thing was it too a really long time to get the drinks. They came after our entrees arrived. Everything else was great!

    Chicken bhuna
    Samantha S.

    My friends and I made a pretty late reservation but we were able to get seated as soon as we arrived! The food and drinks were amazing overall and the ambiance was great as it was not too loud. They gave us free papad to start with and free kheer to end our dinner. The mango mastani cocktail I had was amazing, the cheese naan was really good and my first time trying chicken bhuna was unforgettable.

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    Great service and good …read more Love the poppadums are more UK style than usual US papads . I opted for Chicken Tikka Masala with plain naan and rice . Rice comes with the meal . Overall great entrees. Meat was great and sauce was perfectly spiced per my medium request . Service was prompt and overall definitely a go to place for a well priced Indian meal .

    Cuisine: 6 Service: 5…read moreDecor: 7 Value: 4 Overall: 6 I tend not to trust ethic food Yelp reviews in touristy areas because they tend to be skewed by tourists, and not locals. However, sometimes you just take a chance and pray it lives up to the hype. Having a short period of time before our show at Radio City Music Hall, two of us shared a quick bite here after a few snacks on the nearby street fair. Just one order of Chicken Tikka Marsala, Garlic Naan, and a Mango Lassi. I'm actually not a big fan of Chicken Tikka Marsala because it's often too sweet and creamy for me. Though the chicken was overcooked, I did find this version quite differernt, in a good way. It had depth, and definitely a lot of heat, even on the medium level, the spiciness was very noticeable. My dining partner would have died without that Mango Lassi, which was yummy. Lmao On the other hand, the Garlic Naan was horrible. Instead of being a pillowy soft bread with some chew, it was stiff and cardboard-ish. This is one of the worst versions I had in NYC. Not sure how this major blunder can be overlooked. Naan is such an important part of Indian food culture, I can't believe they haven't realize that they need to fix this matter. Btw, service was efficient, almost too efficient that it felt rushed. One minute after we were seated, we were asked if ready to order. Again, we were asked literally one minute later. Then, just as we were finishing our meal, and while I'm still chewing my final bite of food, the bus boy cane to take our plates away. I was technically done, but would have like to have had a minute. Finally, without asking about desserts, another server came by with our check as if to say, "Please pay and make room for the next guests." I know we wanted a quick meal, but never thought we would be in and out of a situation down restaurant in less than 30 minutes. Hahaha Anyway, I live in Queens where we have same quality Indian restaurants at a much lower price point. Portions are bigger too. For me, this is an attempt at finding a gem that everyone seems to suggest. Unfortunately, it's hard for me to return to an Indian restaurant knowing they can't properly make naan.

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    The best Indian food I've ever had. The very best. I considered shedding a tear at the lamb…read morerajasthini. The lamb was perfect. The food was perfect. The interior might not be up to HGTV standards but we can't all be the property brothers. Some of us need to just go with the flow and that's exactly what the owners did here. The furniture is cute, inoffensive, and nothing special. The service? Immaculate. Mostly because they gave our table a free mango lassi. That's how FREAKING kind and friendly the staff are!! They are tremendous. Best place ever.

    Most abysmal service I have experienced in NYC. There's long waits, wrong dishes, or slow service,…read moreand then there's the racist owner who straight up lies to you. After an hour of waiting for our food, the three tables around us who arrived after us already got their food and were nearly done with their meal. We ask about this twice, and each time the owner says all three tables "pre-ordered" their food. I was confused and asked every table if this was true and obviously it was not. Before leaving, we confront the owner about the inconsistencies in his story, but he just double downs on his lie, alleging that we don't understand how a restaurant is run. For some reason, he even started to yell at the busgirl who was trying to get him to apologize? In addition to holding us hostage for an hour and continued lying, he tries to make the racist point that Indian food is more sophisticated and takes longer to prepare than other types of Asian food. I feel there are certain standards in the NYC service industry given the competition, and this was a confusing and unacceptable experience. The food was admittedly good, but not good enough for them to have the attitude they had.

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    dhamaka does a great job elevating indian flavors into beautiful dishes. we came for restaurant…read moreweek, so the menu options/portions might be a little different. we started with the paneer tikka and chana chhena tikki. the paneer was nicely crisped on the outside and had a good spice to it. the fried tikki was slightly more interesting in its texture and the sauce was delicious! the paneer methi was very good, a little different than i was expecting, and i wish i had asked to make it a little spicier. nonetheless, it was very good. the apricot dessert was nothing to write home about, but done well. we got quite a late reservation, so we were lucky to have great service! my friend was even struggling a bit with the spice level, and our waitress was so kind to bring us yogurt drinks to help soothe the spice. would come again to try the biriyani!!

    Every bit was outstanding The moment we walked in the server…read moregreeted us with a warm smile. She explained everything well Our drinks- walnut bourbon, aerated chaash & dhamaka drink were excellent. But belle of the ball was malaai lassi !! Oye-hoye we had childhood memories come alive. We actually consumed 4 glasses of it!!!! Appetizers- ajwaini shrimp . Perfection esp the masala Chicken tangri- perfection. So juicy Paplet fish- perfect combo of crisp and tender Entrees- Chicken Hari mirch was awesome Dhungar gosht succulent and delicious Daal was amazing But the parathas were OMG greatest , we've never eaten that crispy parathas before . We're DEFINITELY coming back!! Just one suggestion- keep bathroom clean please. They stink , are dirty and everytime someone opens the door......yeah!

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    Okay this place deserves all the hype. It is actually that good…read more We tried a few dishes - I've been here twice so the food is over a course of 2 reservations so yes, it is a lot of food but you're welcome!! My favorites - The Dahi Sev Puri and Mutton Sukha is to die for. Butter Chicken Wings were worth it too. I've had better Butter Chicken so can maybe pass on that but get the damn Mutton Sukha. Beware, it is unapologetically spicy. It is meant to be so no modifications! Indian food is not for the weak over here! Wash all that down with some Cha and go to bed in your food coma. Go go go go go.

    As a vegan, who was paying for the table with two non-vegans, I was pleased they had two items on…read morethe menu listed specifically as being vegan; the Thatte Idli and their Curried Chick Peas ($20 for a bowl of stewed beans). I ordered both, informed the server I am vegan, and ordered the Lacha Paratha for my bread as the server said it was the one bread they could make vegan. When the appetizers came -- I was surprised the Thatte Idli had coconut chutney -- and I asked if it was vegan. The server said, "oh no -- the chutney is not vegan, and there is ghee on it as well. I asked why it was listed vegan on the menu and they said they had changed the recipe -- but had not yet changed the menu. I said, but I also informed the server I am vegan. They apologized, left the new recipe item for the table and left us waiting to move on from appetizers until after my newly made appetizer also came out and was eaten (almost making us late for our tickets to Hadestown). When the bill came -- I was charged for two orders of the Thatte Idli -- until I said something and they removed one of them -- not removed both as they should have. DO NOT CHANGE THE RECIPE OF SOMETHING LISTED ON YOUR MENU AS FULFILLING RESTRICTIVE DIETARY NEEDS, IF IT NO LONGER MEETS THOSE NEEDS. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE!

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    Went in for brunch on a Saturday and had the whole restaurant to ourselves for the first 30 minutes…read more- only 3 other tables came in the whole time. Surprisingly quiet for a Saturday. $46 for a 2-course brunch is a great deal for an elevated meal, especially since the two courses come with a side ("accompaniment"). Quick heads up if you've been to the original in New Delhi, while they share a name, the New York experience pales in comparison. New Delhi is a full tasting menu with bold, unique flavors and presentation. New York is much more westernized, a fusion fit for the American palate. Service was consistent throughout, though not the most helpful when it came to menu questions - don't expect much guidance if you're trying to decide between dishes. They start you off with a tiny mug of pumpkin soup, creamy and delicious. The burrata comes as a big ball of cheese with crispy lotus root for scooping. The dal with naan as your accompaniment is a generous portion and the dal is beautifully flavored. The tawa paneer has a lovely presentation but the flavor didn't stand out. Coorg black pork was moist and paired perfectly with the cracklings. Best part of the meal was the Truman Bazaar cocktail - Truman vodka, suze, and tomato foam. Sweet, bitter, and spicy all at once - a genuinely unique combination.

    TLDR: Creative, modern Indian fusion dining with standout service and a fun prix fixe experience -…read moremixed dish hits, but worth it (get the butter chicken kulcha!!) I believe there are other Indian Accent locations in India, and was excited to try their NYC spot. We went on a weekend evening around 5pm and had a really enjoyable experience overall. Nice ambiance inside, didn't feel overly packed where we were sitting. Service was great for the most part. Shane, our main server, stood out and he was SUPER helpful in walking us through the menu and making thoughtful suggestions. That said, it's definitely a team-service setup, so multiple staff members will assist your table throughout the meal. Everyone had great energy and made the experience feel polished. We did the prix fixe menu and went with 3 courses each across our group of 3. Two of us opted for the "midis" and one went for dessert, but we ended up sharing everything. Even though the portions initially seem small, we were surprisingly full by the end. One important note: go into this with an open mindset. This is not your typical, "generic" Indian food experience - it's much more modern, creative, and experimental. We did a lot of research before deciding what to order, so here's what we got/ordered: Amuse bouche (complimentary): A pumpkin shorba (soup) served in a cute little cup and blue cheese naan. Both were a great start, and we actually asked for more of the shorba. They said they'd bring it, but it never came, which was a bit disappointing, but still appreciated the palate cleanser concept. Appetizers (ordered 3): * Phulka jackfruit: Kind of like a taco - really nice flavor with these crispies on it and a nice sauce. * Kashmiri morel mushrooms: I'm not usually a mushroom person, but this was excellent. Loved the creamy base and overall flavor. * Potato sphere chaat: Probably the weakest of the three. It was more sev than potato, and didn't quite hit for me. Midis (ordered 2): * Yogurt kebab: Very interesting texture with a nice chutney base * Sweet pickle pork: I didn't personally try it, but the other two in my group loved it Mains (ordered 3): * Sweet corn vadai: Really unique and flavorful - one of the standouts * Paneer kofta: Not my favorite; different from what I expected * Chicken tikka meatballs: Surprisingly good! I don't usually love meatballs, but these had a great texture and flavor Accompaniments (ordered 3): * Butter chicken kulcha: Easily my favorite - would come back just for this, but note it can be a little "greasy" * Daal with black garlic naan: The naan was unique with a slightly sweet taste; the daal could've used a bit more depth * Chana masala kulcha: A little spicy but still very flavorful Dessert (ordered 1 + 1 complimentary): * Banana sticky date cake: A lovely, satisfying end to the meal * Makhan malai (complimentary for a birthday in our group): Very airy and unique texture - not really for us personally, but appreciate the team supporting our birthday celebration We skipped drinks even though the menu is extensive - we wanted to focus on the food Overall, I really liked this place. The dishes were a mix - nothing was outright bad (except maybe the makhan malai for our taste), but not everything was a hit either. Still, it's a fun, elevated dining experience with creative takes on Indian cuisine. I'd definitely go back, especially for the butter chicken kulcha. Only real miss was the forgotten re-order of the amuse bouche, but otherwise service and vibes were strong.

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    2.5 mi
    $$$

    We did a small group tasting menu and everything was phenomenal with excellent service…read more We tried a few cocktails and our favorites were the Konkan and Panruti. For the food, there were so many Kerala dishes I had never tried before and each dish was unique. We loved each course. The highlights for me were the gunpowder dosa and the banana leaf seabass.

    {Overall: 4.5; Food: 4.5} Ambiance: 4; Service: 4.5…read more Really enjoyed Semma. The food is very flavorful, and the spice levels vary across dishes. Our goal was to avoid anything too spicy, and we were able to do that while still getting a lot of flavor. *Eral Thokku (Tiger prawns): Recommended by several people at the restaurant. The prawns were cooked well, and the sauce was rich with a bit of texture and some spice. *Gunpowder Dosa: The most fun dish of the evening. A big portion, crispy on the outside with a very soft, curry flavored potato filling. Comes with a variety of sauces that makes it easy to keep eating. *Roadside Kalan (Mushrooms): Another strong dish. Fried battered mushrooms on top with a spicy mushroom stew underneath. *Annasi Pazham Scallop: Good, but one of the less memorable dishes of the evening. *Valiya Chemmeen Moilee (Lobster Tail): Very rich and flavorful, similar to a curry sauce. We were quite full by the time this came, so it was a bit hard to fully enjoy it. Service was very friendly and helpful. They walked us through the menu in detail, which was especially useful since we were not familiar with many of the dishes. We also had to wait a bit longer for our table, and they brought us glasses of champagne, which was a very nice gesture. The ambiance is fun, lively, and comfortable.

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