Came here for lunch with my family and Chatni totally delivered. Their weekday lunch special (12-3 PM) is such a steal! $11 per plate, and you get to pick two veggie dishes plus rice. I let our server know the whole meal would be vegan, and he said no problem. We went with chana masala, baingan bharta, mushroom matar, and aloo gobi. All perfectly spiced! Flavorful without setting your mouth on fire (Chatni gets it). They swapped naan for roti (vegan option) and brought out the food fast. I did ask for the chutney and crackers after the meal came out -- last time they served it first, so now I know to request it upfront. No biggie to me! Everything tasted authentic, you can tell they don't cut corners. The decor has that real Indian charm too; idols, warm colors, the whole vibe. It stayed quiet during lunch which was actually nice. And honestly, lunch for two adults and a kid in Montclair for $23? In this economy?? Wild. The food looked and smelled so good we dove right in before taking photos (no regrets). I'll 100% be back, either with my family or solo when I need a good, comforting meal. Chatni's officially in my Montclair rotation! read more

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Friday night. i'd just left another Indian joint that was supposed to open at 4 and i get there 4:14 and shut tight. posted on yelp and got immediate response criticizing me lol i didn't even enter the place! lol So i came to this other empty place in montclair one late Friday afternoon as the summer began with Memo Weekend. For me Memo Workend. Used to come here with my insane ex monster years ago. Food was not very good this time. Doughy cracker crusted lamb samosas and tepid white rice and unpleasant naan on the stale side. chai tea had a chewy film on top of the liquid like some sort of skin. Service was atrocious. Horrible. so bad it was almost a joke. i wanted one of the samosas wrapped for home (God knows why). Mr. Casual comes out and i kid you not: cavalierly tossed a sheet of tinfoil at the samosa. i asked "so i just wrap it myself and stuff it in my pocket?" So he left - not to get a container or a plastic bag as asked (rain) but just went in the back to get me off his non-working back with my horrid demands. place was empty. from time i mistakenly entered to time i gladly left. before that he brought out my coke - or was it? a can that said "Bro" on it. And when he sauntered out much later, post-samosa, i had to ask for a glass. I was supposed to slurp out of a can? after eating one doughy samosa and putting the dirty plate on the other side of the table, i watched as he later came to toss the rice bowl and chicken tikka marsala on the table. Doesn't remove filthy dishes (see pic) and i had to say "whoa hold on! Can i have a plate?" Annoyed, he turned to another of the all other empty tables, snatched a table off that and clatter dropped it on my table. Twenty years ago, that would have escalated to more than this post. So bland food and lousy service. Chianti can't ni seem to get either right for. $52. But at least my crazy ex wasn't there - just her irritating spirit, read more

Chatni Indian Restaurant - My table for the entire night. - Indian Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

We stepped in here somewhat randomly while we were in Montclair, mainly because someone opened the door and we caught whiffs of something fragrant and delicious. Like the famed Toucan Sam, we followed our noses inside. There are two menus here, and if you arrive while lunch specials, your server will automatically bring you the menu with the specials. I overheard a nearby table asking for 'the other menus', and based on their conversation, it seemed like they wanted the bigger portions of the dinner menus. Something to keep in mind if you're especially hungry. That said, my husband and I were more than satisfied with our lunch specials. We were given a metal pot filled to the top with rice AND a basket of four naan, each of which were branded with tandoori char and given a generous brush of fat before arriving at our table. Both were excellent eating vessels for our curries. We ordered the chana masala and the chicken tikka masala. The chickpea curry was fragrant, and while some of the chicken pieces were drier than we would've liked, the sauce was incredible. Our surprising favorite was the baigan bharta, a curry made with fire-roasted eggplant. We couldn't stop dragging pieces of naan through this tasty bowl, leaving us to nickname it thereafter the Indian Baba Ghanoush.'. Service left something to be desired. When we walked in, there was a single server who clearly wanted to be anywhere but by our table side. Interactions were kept short and curt, and there was such little warmth and welcome from the moment we arrived, when we awkwardly waited by the entrance and waited to be acknowledged. In the end, we're so glad we came in, because the food is outstanding. If you make it in time for the weekend lunch specials (which includes your choice of two entrees, rice, and naan), know you're in for a reasonably priced and decently filling meal. Weekday lunch specials are even more fairly priced, with meals under $11. read more

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We went for the weekday lunch special and it was worth every penny! Such a delicious feast. Try a little bit of everything if you're able. read more

Chatni Indian Restaurant - Indian Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Linch special has a great price, they don't trick you and give you enough meat, which is rare nowadays. I like that server doesn't run to you every 5 minutes and don't ask fake "how is everything?"'while you chewing . read more

Chatni Indian Restaurant - Lunch special - Indian Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Finally got around to trying this place and I would say it was just okay. No major qualms, but nothing amazing. For starters, I ordered the chicken 65 and my wife ordered the Samosa Chaat--she mistakenly thought they were regular samosas. It's basically a deconstructed version with pieces of bread in a stew form. She did enjoy it very much. The flavor was quite nice on top of the basmati rice that came with it. The Chicken 65 was very good, but not as spicy as I would have liked. For mains I got the Goat Biryani and the wife got Lamb Saag. For the goat the flavor was amazing, fresh cardamom was coming through. I just wish there was more goat--the meat was tender, but overall dry. The Kamb Saag on the other hand was bursting with flavor. It had a good amount of lamb in there too. Delivery came in about 45 minutes, so not bad at all. Overall, everything was decent. I would give them another try or not. IDK. read more

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Complaining about price is silly in this day and age since everything has gone up, but if you're going to charge $18 for chicken Tikka masala (again, I have no issue with that price point) you can at least include more than 6 cubic inches of chicken or maybe include a piece of plain naan. It tasted great, but $3 per piece of tiny chicken? Come on read more

Loved this place. Was my first visit as a suggestion from a friend and I want disappointed. The food was hot and flavorful. The mango lassi was divine. Service was courteous and helpful. Will be back. read more

This review is for take out, so I cannot speak to a dining experience. If you are craving some Indian takeout, look no further. We have ordered a few times and the food is excellent. I highly recommend the Vegetarian Sample Platter. It came with a samosa, soup, naan, multiple dishes, and dessert. All this for $28! It really feels like a steal. And all of the food was delicious! The portions are generous, and they are not stingy with the rice like some other Indian restaurants. We've also tried Tandoori Chicken and Grilled Chicken Tikka. Both were great. This is definitely our new Indian spot! read more

Good food at a reasonable price. We order much there often and I've enjoyed it every time!

I have ordered from here a few times from DoorDash. This time I order Chana masala and on the menu, it does not specify it having cashews. I am allergic to nuts. It gave me an allergic reaction. I looked it up and Chana masala does not usually have nuts. Places have to do better with specify ingredients, especially common allergies! I like the butter chicken the naan and the mango lassi. read more

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Great food, great prices and the portions are large. Will be going back for sure. Ordered online and pick up was fast.

Our local Indian, go-to takeout spot was not taking orders on the evening we were really craving some saag paneer and naan for dinner, so my partner decided to order DoorDash from Chatni. I'm so glad he did. The food was great! This is what we got for two (all recommended!): -- Chatni veg sampler - came with great chutneys -- Veg Samosa -- Matar Paneer -- Saag Paneer (vegetarian) -- Chicken 65 -- Vegetable Biryani We're looking forward to checking out Chatni Indian Restaurant next time we're in Montclair and enjoying a sit-down meal. read more

There are many Indian restaurants to try, but Chatni gives you a delicious menu to sample that is not lacking in flavor and provides an ample amount to share. And instead of ordering naan with your meal, try the poori! The service was satisfactory. I didn't feel rushed, but well attended. The mango lassi was very thick and may prove to be too filling with your meal, but definitely worth a try. The chicken tikka masala and vegetable samosas were so good. The ambiance is very cozy, but I noticed there were many pick up orders. The only downside I could see is that sadly they do not deliver. Chatni is a must try for sure! read more

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Good take out that was 3 good meals for me. I ended up getting the chicken tiki masala mild because I was scared of it being overly spicy but I'd definitely get the spicy next time as the mild was a little too bland. I would definitely like to try more items on the menu! read more

Chatni Indian Restaurant - Chicken Tikka Masala and Cheese Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Delivery Order - Kind of having mixed feeling about the food. Veg Sampler (Appetizers) was just average with barely any seasoning, and they did not seem fresh. Biryani good, but some of the Lamb pieces were overcooked and chewy. Noodles was pretty good. I have a feeling their Indo-Chinese and Curries will probably taste better read more

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The food was fine but a tad salty . It's better to put less salt than more .Did not use service since food was ordered online .They added a teeny weeny container of dessert . Really appreciated that . :))) read more

The 5 stars doesn't even to tell how the experience was or how delicious the food was! They don't open until 1130, but greeted us in around 1110, sat us and began food service, even apologized that things weren't prepared. The decor was extremely nice, quaint, clean and very intimate, with traditional paintings and music playing. It worked for lunch and would definitely work for a nice dinner date or somewhere nice without breaking the bank. This trip was a working lunch for 2 and their lunch special was a belly buster. For around $11.00, you get a choice of 1 protein and 1 vegetable dish or 2 vegetable dishes. The food was served in these beautiful dishes, but you don't know how much food you actually have until you start to eat. It felt like a well, just unreal amount of food. They ask how spicy you want your dish, I went with the spicy because I can handle heat and it was extremely delicious. We ordered some samosas, which were homemade and are the best I've ever had, and I've had a ton all around the globe. They had a few lassi drinks, the avocado special was very refreshing and helps cut the heat from the dish. I will definitely come here again the next time I'm ever out in New Jersey!! read more

Chatni Indian Restaurant - Vegetable Samosa - Indian Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

The customer service is good. You can order on phone and take out. They have a whole marinated chicken biryani like not white rice just for the chicken biryani lovers The gravies are adjusted according to our requirements of spice levels. read more

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I just got home with my take out lunch special. FABULOUS! Ready on time - Piping hot when I got home - my vegan Aloo Gobi is spiced just right and the best I have ever had. My husband had extra spicy Chicken Masala - his is also great. They gave Roti with my order because it is vegan and my husband naan. This is a great place - the interior is nicely decorated and the service is friendly and attentive. Try it - you will find yourself going back over and over. read more

Chatni is top notch Indian Cuisine tucked away in Montclair. No matter if you are a seasoned Indian grub muncher (like my Tibetan friend who joined me), or a beginner (like myself), you will absolutely find a dish that you'll love! With an entire page of vegetarian dishes, and entire page for fish meals, and endless appetizers and soups/salads, you will not be disappointed! We ordered chili momo (vege dumplings), garlic Naan, chicken Jalfrezi, and tofu+vege biryani. Featured below are only the vege dumplings because we ate way too fast to take more pics !! So we will definitely have to come back read more

Chatni Indian Restaurant - Chili Momo (veggie dumplings) - Indian Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

We got this from DoorDash. It came pretty quick! The malai kofta and chicken curry were really good. The spice level was perfect. Would definitely order from here again/visit the restaurant. read more

Chatni Indian Restaurant - Indian Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

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Amazing Indian food!! Flavorful, seasoned, delicious Competent service and pleasant ambiance. Definitely will eat again! Had the naan sampler (fantastic), samosas (crispy outside, soft and moist inside), curry shrimp and butter chicken entrees (done right). Basmati rice done right. read more

Chatni Indian Restaurant - Vegetable Samosa - Indian Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

It was a weird vibe in there, there was absolutely no one there and then a half hour into us eating a bus load of kids came in to eat at the buffet. Food was good and service was ok read more

Had lunch at Chatni. Wonderful well executed Indian cusine. Tried a number of the lunch specials. All were tasty. We also got nan and rice, which were of geneous portions. Frankly we had to do take home, it was so much. Their spice levels are accurate. Medium spice was MEDIUM spice. Clean room, lots of tables. Parking along Bloomfield is always challenging. This is a good counterpoint to the Jawla down the street. Lunch for 3 came to $37, very reasonable for the quality and quantity. All of us were very happy with the meal. read more

Food was quite good and well priced. Had the samosa chaat app and the soupy noodle Nepalese fusion dish, both veggie versions.

So underwhelming. My chicken vindaloo barely had flavor or heat and the chicken was tough and the samosas didn't taste like anything. You don't get any naan unless you pay extra apparently either. read more

Loved the food! It was amazing! The tofu biryani was superb and the garlic naan was tasty. I had leftovers and I was able to enjoy it throughout the week. I can't wait to return! read more

Chatni Indian Restaurant - Tofu biryani - Indian Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

Ordered a chicken Tikka salad to go as I'm working on my bikini body! Salad was interesting with large chunks of vegetables, as you can see in the picture. Chicken Tikka was large chunks of chicken breast, but just tossed in an almost flavorless sauce, not chicken slowly simmered in Tikka Masala sauce. While it met my diet requirements, it wasn't what I was expecting. Aroma coming from the kitchen was amazing! I'll give Chatni another try and order something different next time. read more

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Ok so to the point. This food is BLAND! I use to come here a few years back & it was so good, but now I just got Chana saag, Saag Paneer an vegetable samosas... ALL of it lacked flavor...ALL OF IT! How??! There's no spice to any of it what so ever. The cheese in the saag paneer is super rubbery an doesn't taste like anything... the vegetable samosas were nearly overcooked and there was again No flavor to them. Im not even someone who eats overly spicy food, but I was hoping for some kind of flavor or spice ... it lacked BOTH! Gotta find a new spot for Indian ... smh *sigh* read more

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We were in the mood for Indian Food and after looking at some of the reviews for Chatni, we decided to give this place a try and ordered via UberEats. For our entrees, we got the Chicken Tikka Marsala and the Lamb Biryani with of course some Garlic Naan on the side! I really wanted to love this place but I think it was okay. Both entrees had good flavor but didn't think it was anything out of this world. I think the Marsala sauce was missing that hearty feeling it gives you and the Lamb Biryani was a tad on the dry side. This could definitely be because it was already on the later side when we ordered but I would be open to giving them another shot :) read more

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I was in the mood for Indian food so I decided to try this place. When I arrived I found parking on the street. I walked in and was greeted by the man that took my order over the phone. I ordered the manchurian with gravy (medium spice). They honored the discount I had at check in and the total came to about $13. When I got home I dug in. I liked the crackers and different dips they gave. The manchurian was good but boy was it hot. I ordered medium spice and it was a lot so I can only imagine how high hot would be like. All in all I had a good experience. read more

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This is my go to Indian place when in montclair. The food is fresh and flavorful. My go to dish is shrimp Tikka masala with garlic Naan or sometimes paratha read more

I was craving Indian food today. Just got it on ubereats from this place. I got malai kofta and butter naan. I have to say that food is really good. Will definitely try out more on the menu. Definitely recommend ! read more

A new addition to my list of favorite Indian restaurants. Great good options, pretty decent service and ambiance. Recommendations: fried spicy veg momos (cooked in a spicy sauce made from ginger and garlic- 10 pieces per dish, very delicious and tummy filling), butter paneer, breads, chai read more

Awesome vegetarian options. Lunch specials are nicely priced with good portions. Will definitely go back.

Darn. I really wanted to find an excellent Indian restaurant this side of Montclair. The search continues. I decided to give Chatni a try one evening because I had the biggest craving for Indian food, not having had it for months. The hubs and I entered the restaurant during prime dinner hours on a weeknight. It was completely empty and one table of 3 entered mid-way through our meal. The server was polite and efficient. We got the complimentary papadum which is tasty as usual, ordered lamb and chicken entrees as well as the garlic naan. The naan was good and sufficiently garlicky. The entrees, however, were a total disappointment. The lamb meatballs were dry, dry, dry - ended up being very 'cardboardy' in your mouth - and same for the chicken. The chicken was also not seasoned at all and the sauce very bland. For a cuisine that relies on the use of vibrant, aromatic spices this was just unexpectedly boring and subpar. I honestly cannot recommend this restaurant based on the disappointing execution fo the entrees. I really wish I would have liked it more since we're still searching for a good take-out option right off of Bloomfield Ave. Oh well... read more

Chatni Indian Restaurant - Indian Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

We went to this restaurant with no expectations. But surprisingly the food was really good. We were a group of 9 people and they accommodated us well. Service was good too. read more

Fantastic! Lamb Rogan Josh was fantasize butter chicken was just okay. Make it more spicy! Naan was good. Very good authentic Indian. Been to mumbai Delhi over 100 times for work. Delicious food!!! read more

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We had a very nice dinner here, very happy and satisfied, opened my yelp and ready to post something nice, but surprised to see it has such low rated reviews? First, the place looks clean and quiet. Service is good. The food here is really tasty and authentic! Great flavor!! We ordered chicken masala, lamb biryani and a garlic nann. Portion is not small, especially the biryani..! I cannot finish it alone. All of them taste super delicious and we had a blast! Very recommend this place to anyone and will definitely come here again;) read more

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