The food was exceptional and the service was very impressive. This was my first time eating coastal Indian food. I had the Branzino in Curry and it was amazing! read more

Chola is a wonderful Indian restaurant and we order out from them once a week . It is very reliable and the food is delicious. The Tikka Masala is creamy and delicious . I like the Aloo Mutter Gobi as well and my six year old boy loves the cheese Naan read more

The BEST Indian food you will ever have. Forget any of the negative reviews of this place. Come here and you will leave completely satisfied. The Mutter Paneer is incredible! We will be back as often as possible. read more

We really enjoyed dinner here as all the food was really good. The only downside for us was to learn the two bottles of water were $8 each so paying $16 for water didn't sit well with us but we didn't let that give us indigestion. Tap water would've been fine with me, always is but another person in our party of four requested bottled when asked "Bottled or tap". Lesson learned the $ way. read more

I had been to Chola probably eight years ago. Was there for dinner last night and now I know why Chola fans stick to them When there are hundreds of Indian options in the city. Their Nan and Chicken makhni was to the point. so flavorful creamy and yet not oily. We tried their Biriyani which was also aromatic and delicious. Chicken korma with cashew sauce was good but little salty. Overall, chola has maintained its quality after all these years which is worth a try. Update- I went back to Chola today for Buffet Lunch! There was a day and night difference between this one and my dinner experience. The buffet- idlis were hard, soggy dosas. mutton biriyani meat was soo dry and chewy. Dessert was only Khera which is unusual. most buffet have atleast two. Even the simple yellow dal was pungent.they charge you close to 19 dollars for this??terribly disappointed!! Not going back! read more

Popped in for a Sunday buffet with out-of-town family a few weeks ago. We had actually made reservations at the newer, more modern Indian spot right next door but there was literally 1 person dining in there so we ixnayed that idea. My policy at most restaurants is that if it's empty, there's a reason (not including when there's terrible weather or something like that), so just keep on moving. After looking up the Yelp rating and seeing the there were several tables occupied around 1:45PM on a Sunday, we opted to jump into Chola. Upon entering, our party of 5 were seated at a round table smack dab in the middle of the restaurant. Like most restaurants in the heart of the city, it's not huge inside but it's not tiny either. Since we came after the lunch rush, we didn't have an issue getting seated and we didn't feel overly crowded in. The buffet was still open and because the trays didn't look empty, we opted to go for it rather than ordering from the menu. They had plenty of items to choose from, both veg and non-veg. Tandoori chicken and naan bread were brought out to our table (as they don't keep them on the buffet). For flavor, I'd give then a 3.5. Nothing was super-exciting but the flavors were good. My favorite dish was the goat biryani. Or was it lamb? Either way, it was good. Service was also 3.5. It's a buffet so the majority of the service involved filling our waters, bringing the aforementioned chicken and naan to us, and clearing our used plates when we headed back to the buffet for more food. I believe the price was around $18/person (before drinks). Not a terrible price for Indian buffet in the city. Atmosphere is fine and lighting is a little on the dimmer side, even during a bright afternoon. Perhaps that was because we were more in the interior of the restaurant rather than closer to the front. Take note that they close at 3pm, so if you are done eating by then, they prefer you make your way out rather than sit and chit chat. I say that from our experience here. Once our bill was paid and it ticked a few minutes past 3pm, we were told that they were closing. All totaled, I'll round up my 3.5 to 4 Yelp stars. Parking on the street is tricky so rather than risk a ticket or have to walk too far, I just threw the car in a garage right next door. I used the Spothero app so it wasn't terrible. Better than risking street parking in light of all the confusing signs and getting a ticket. read more

I don't generally go out for Indian food and when I do, I'm generally patronizing the "Fancier" Indian restaurants. One of my very good friends organizes a monthly get together of all walks of life from various locations, and Chola's lunch buffet happened to the winner for February's get together. Other Yelpers have it right - the restaurant looks relatively clean, it's relaxed but elegant, and the prices are inexpensive in comparison to the location and neighboring Indian restaurants that are a few ticks higher. The buffet was fully stocked with vegetarian happy dishes, non-veg dishes, and your standard / over bastardized Indian dishes. They had a pani puri station but the filling was sub par though the pani puris themselves were crisp and not stale. They serve you exactly 1 piece of tandoori chicken table side, along with one or two mini dosas that are fair at best and quite oily/greasy. The remainder of the food is just good - I'll return since it costed a TOTAL of $20 including tip for the buffet, and you've eaten more calories than you need to for the weekend, all during your Saturday lunch. It's a solid 3.45 Yelps... THIS has been a review by Gaurav read more

Chola - Every diner gets exactly one mini dosa. I got two - good but very oily! - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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Possibly the best buffet spread any day of the week and can you spell delicious. I love the decor, the freshness of all dishes from the Naan to Masala is undeniable. The service is unmatched, even the owner is personally vested in your total enjoyment of your time at Chola. I have visited this restaurant at different times of the day and different months of the year and just compelled to give them a review. No wonder they show up on NYC's top 10 Indian Restaurants. I took a friend of mine here for a business meeting and she fell in love with indian cuisine thereafter. You won't be disappointed. They just rock read more

Food never came, called after an hour and a half and was told the delivery guy is a few feet away. (I mentioned it would be a good idea to call me just so I know) I Waited another hour and called the restaurant, same guy said the delivery guy is on the way to pick it up but the food is ready. I brought up the fact that it's now 1045pm and what happens when they close at 11pm. He didn't have an answer, I asked to cancel the order and he said he would refund and hung up. No apology and worse no refund was ever issued. Had to call creditcard company. read more

We stop in on a whim, no regrets. The food was amazing. We had two vegans and two meat eaters, and there was plenty to choose from for all. The service was amazing, and the drinks were a heavy pour. As per my friends, the chicken melted in their mouth. read more

Chola - Dhabewali Murgh Tikka - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Visited Chola in a party of 12 during Diwali on a Sunday. We made a reservation in advance and they accommodated us well. We decided to go for the buffet lunch. Overall the experience was very mediocre and I have definitely had better Indian food in Manhattan. Buffet costs $22, cheaper than most Indian buffets in Manhattan but the sub par taste of food doesn't compensate for the reduced price. Pros: Cheap for a buffet. Decent variety of food. Cons: Sub par taste of food Several food items in the buffet would be empty and you had to tell the servers a couple of times before they would refill it. The chole were very salty and almost inedible. Dosa, idli and sambhar were great!! Definitely enjoyed the South Indian portion of the food. Pani puri the as very average, a stronger essence of mint in the pani would be preferred. The kheer was delicious- right combination of sweetness, texture and viscosity. read more

Amazing service + food is just like home cooking. Terrific for take out + delivery too. Our favorites include all the daals, naans and the chicken curry. And get the gulag jamun! read more

This place deserves raving reviews, and much, much more than 4 stars. This is truly the best Indian food I've ever had. We had the Fish Fry and Pao Bhaji for starters, and for entree I highly recommend the Lobster Malaikari, Bhindi Sasuralwali, and Turmeric Lemon Rice. The service was also exceptional! 6 out of 5 stars read more

Who loves Chola? Kim loves Chola! I heart this place. It's my favorite Sunday lunch buffet spot. Yes it's a bit pricey for lunch, but this place is well worth your hard earned cash. The food is ALWAYS on point. Their buffet offers a wide selection of delicious meats, rices, veg and dessert items. In addition, your servers will bring you more freshly prepared side dishes right to your table. The mango lassi is MMmm Mmmm Good. If you're a lassi fanatic such as I, do give this one a try. The servers are MORE than kind to you. Even on their busiest days, someone always takes the time to hold a little conversation with me. And my water cup is ALWAYS full (I drink a lot of water). They take pride in their business and all of them work as a team. Sometimes when a business is extremely busy, the customer service can get lost, but NOT here. They really do their best to make your dinning experience relaxing, comforting and warm. Thank you to Chola's exceptional team. You always make my meals here well worth it! read more

4.5 stars. Minus .5 star for price and rice cost and the frightening homeless guy situation. At $75 including tip for a meal for two, Chola certainly isn't your cheap Indian takeout meal. To be fair, we did order a good amount of food and went home with leftovers. Service - excellent service Atmosphere - I liked that it felt a little but like fine dining with the decor and the constant change of utensils and plates and what not. The noise level was medium and I liked that you could have a conversation without yelling and that it wasn't too quiet. Somehow a homeless man got into the restaurant trying to use the restroom while I was dining and caused a scene that was somewhat frightening... how he got inside in the first place, I have no idea. Food: Imli eggplant veg starter - thinly sliced fried eggplant covered in tamarind chutney and chaat masala - not a very large serving, but this was flavorful thanks to the chutney and quite crispy on the outside as well. Lamb pepper dosa - this thing was massive, as expected for a proper dosa. The outer was crispy and it was so packed with lamb inside. Level of spice was great for me, but will probably be spicy for many others. I absolutely love love loved the sambar (soup) that came with it... so flavorful! I need to find out how to make it myself. Chicken murgh - slightly on the sweet side, but oh so good. That sauce... mmm. Garlic naan - some of the best garlic naan I've had in the city. No question about it. Coconut rice - $9 for a side of rice! Ridiculous! However, it was fragrant and went well with the chicken murgh. Chola also provides free little side dishes at the beginning and during your meal. All this came out to be $75 including tip, which is definitely on the pricey side, but the taste was great all around. Would come back here for "fancy" Indian food for sure. read more

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Wow. Fancy Indian buffet! No, really! I wanted to stop by for my first round of Indian food in the city, and this one was quite close to where I live. Found that they offered a lunch buffet that was $17 (definitely on the pricy side), but I was hungry, and that was that. In any case, I was very impressed by the decor, service, and food. Not only were there ample fresh and flavorful entrees (your staple curries, tikka masalas, paneer), but there were also items that were freshly prepared and brought to your table. There were these appetizer potato patties with onions (awesome), flat pancake-like fried things (awesome), and naan (expected, but still awesome). They gave the two of us like 6 pieces of naan, which is a lot. Even the Kheer and sugar balls (not sure what real name is...) were delicious. Overall, loved the experience. Wish the price was slightly lower, but you do get higher quality food, service, and some freshly-prepared extras. Enjoy! read more

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Excellent weekend lunch buffet! But make sure you fast for 2 days before coming to eat here. We planned a group lunch buffet today and the experience was excellent (all eight of us agreed)! They have a very nice spread for the lunch buffet, which included plain rice with peas, lamb biryani, sag paneer, chicken tikka masala, tandoori chicken, sauteed squash, aloo gobi, mushroom mixed veggie medley, sambhar and daal tadka. They had signs for "non-veg" and "veg" options, so they get points for that. I tried asking about VEGAN options, and it was a lost cause. One waiter kept telling me saag paneer was VEGAN and clearly it is not? Paneer is cheese, so that wasn't going to work. It was like maneuvering through a minefield, but I hope I managed OK. What was VERY interesting about this buffet is that they also come around and serve you appetizers. Everyone got a potato dosa, and we also had servings of bhel pori (puffed rice, spiced chickpeas, potatoes, mint and tamarind chutney), raghara chat (spiced potato patties, chickpeas) and a never-ending supply of naan. Throughout lunch, at different time points, people kept exclaiming how good this place was. Some people in our party even whipped out their phone to take note of the name of this place. Clearly, this place was a success. What was really fun about lunch was also getting to meet new people and discussing interesting ideas. A great way to kick-off a beautiful Saturday! read more

Very delicious place to eat! definitely stop by if you love some good Indian food. I've been eating here over the years with my family and each time the food has always been spectacular. the menu is very big with lots of different food options and the service is excellent. If I could I would eat here all the time it is by far my favorite Indian restaurant in all of manhattan. read more

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Some of the tastiest Indian food I've ever had in my life. Also, really good service.

*** for the Navratan Korma: packed with cubes of soft paneer, broccoli, potatoes, and peas, it was perfect comfort food for impending winter-times. Everything else on the menu looked mouthwatering, from the most basic (chicken tandoori) to the more adventurous (goat curry). **** for the garlic naan. They loaded our table down with plenty of freebies, including a cracker-like bread with three kinds of dipping sauces, a different kind of cracker that was dipped in oil, and an onion/vegetable/potato dish. I ate my way steadily through all the complimentary goodies, and could only manage a slice of the fluffy naan, studded with bits of garlic and golden-crispy on the top. Minus a few stars for how expensive the food is for dinner - the lunch buffet (available weekdays AND weekends) is the much better deal. The dinner entrees start at around $11 for vegan options, and hover around $25 for goat/fish/shrimp, and that's WITHOUT rice or naan. A side of plain naan is $4 while the cheapest rice offering (rice with peas) is $5. Say what?! NEXT TIME: lunch buffet, dinner is way too expensive read more

My bf and I came here on a Friday night, craving for Indian food. We usually go to our favorite spot, Darbar, but thought to be a bit adventurous by trying a new one nearby. Boy, terrible mistake. Our order came out to $100, we barely can finish our entree, and after 10 minutes of leaving Chola, both of us felt quesy and threw up just about everything we ate. Appetizer - Masala Ghobi - underwhelmed cauliflower Entree 1 - Chicken vindaloo - chicken chunks are too big and curry is not spicy as advertised Entree 2 - Chicken Masala - too "tomato-y" and again chicken chunks are too big, hence dry Sides - Garlic Naan and Coconut rice - the highlight, very light touch of shredded coconut and great fresh Naan Drinks - Do NOT try the Kama Sutra. I think that's what makes us sick cause the concoction taste more like pink cough syrup than the tropical flavors it advertised read more

I don't even know where to start with this one. What a treat at Chola. I've been on an Indian kick in the last few weeks so when I met up with a friend, I wanted to make sure that I tried new dishes. So let's pump the brakes a bit and take it back to the minute I arrived. I was greeted by the friendliest of friendliest staff members. I got there around 6 and in less than an hour the restaurant was packed, which is usually a good sign. I started off with the Gin Frizz which was really good and my friend had the mango martini which was equally good and strong. The second round didn't necessarily look or taste like the first but I didn't mind since it was just as good and strong. The decor is an interesting mix of old school dining with some contemporary flair here and there. The tables are situated pretty close to each other but coupled with the great service and warm lighting, it provided a really nice comfortable ambiance. Now on to the deliciousness. We started off with the Bhagari Jinga. The sauce was so scrumptious that we asked the waiter to let us hold on to it so we could sop up our garlic naan with it. Yeah. It was that serious. And that naan! Oh so garlicy and so fluffy! We also ordered the Chola Meat Basket which should really be renamed "Meat Lovers Paradise." It was a mix of dark and white meat chicken and sausage that were all tender and all fantastic. Our starters were definitely filling and we could have stopped there but seriously, we would have been fools if we did. For the main course my friend had the Saag Paneer, which she loved, but I thought was pretty standard. I had the Goa Fish Curry which was to die for. A mix of crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside fish with a tamarind and coconut sauce. It had a little kick to it without being overwhelming. This was hands down the best dish of the night. I don't venture often to that part of town, but now I know of an awesome place that I will definitely visit again. read more

Chola - Meat basket - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Made a reservation after reading many good reviews some here and some on TONY. Decided to make a reservation on Opentable....nice! Decide to fly to NYC during a monsoon rain storm....not nice (March 13th) pilot barely lands the plane at JFK ( he must have known we had a important reservation to keep!) But after an hour delay landing at 5:30, luggage delay by 6:30, lucky us waiting for a cab was a breeze. the 70 mile an hour winds blew us threw Brooklyn over to Manhattan to our hotel on 50th by 7:30. My cousin got a cab to swing by from her place and pick us up and with 5 minutes to spare the three drowned rats walked in......ahh to a "welcome to Chola".....ahhhhh...... I usually take pictures, but at this point after our harrowing landing and getting soaked to the bone I just wanted to eat and drink...so look at someone else's ....sorry. So, we started with Samosa's and drinks. The Samosa's were spicy but not over the top and very moist (some places I've gone they can be a bit dry) these were flaky on the outside and moist on the inside. For dinner we ordered CHICKEN SAAG TIKKA, AUNT MURLI'S CHINGRI MALAI (this was so wonderful, perfectly seasoned....mmmmm) , Aloo Gobi, garlic Naan and basmati rice. Oh and I had to have my Chai tea. All the flavors of sauces and mixed with fish,chicken and veggies and garlic naan....make for what I think is the perfect meal. I mean think about when you go to some cheesy diner and always have to add salt or ketchup. Well not here, everything has it's own complex flavor of sweet and spicy all mixed together, you feel like you've been invited to the VIP party only the special people get in too. The atmosphere was warm and inviting and service spot on. I'd definitely make my way back here on our next trip back in the fall. Of course preferably when the weather is better. read more

Absolutely brilliant. I'm not sure what it is but the chef is a master of Indian cuisine. From the regular fare you'll find in any Indian restaurant (butter chicken) to dishes you'll likely never of heard of, everything I've had from here is delicious. Try them out, you won't regret it. read more

I highly recommend this place! By far the best Indian food we have had so far in NY! The lunch buffet is awesome and the service is amazing. This is now officially are new favorite Indian spot read more

Chola - Lunch Buffet - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

It's my favorite Indian restaurant in NYC. There I said it. Why is this place so good? Even though the buffet costs more than many of its peers? Even though finding parking in this area is a pain in the ass? Because the curries here are do freakin' flavorful. I tried the lunch buffet and was fairly surprised by the quality of the food even though it was not served a la carte. The chicken tikka masala here really kicks ass. The flavors are just a cut above your average Indian restaurant. The best way to describe it was a perfect kick coupled with a rich, savory flavor that's making me drool thinking about it right now. The other chicken dishes were also tasty and their tandoori chicken was solid. Perfectly grilled and the texture of the meat was nice and tender. My lady loved all the vegetarian options especially the saag paneer, which looked great. The eggplant curry was also excellent. And even the naan here was nice. Not too thick and the texture was just right. Needless to say I was ready to shit my pants by the end of the meal. Not because I contracted some form of food poisoning, but rather I ate so much that I honestly haven't been that full in a very long time. We were all very pleased with our meal and am looking forward to another tasty lunch there. read more

Had the lunch buffet at Chola yesterday and while I'm usually quite weary of buffets, this one was surprisingly good! - Lots of variety for both meat eaters and vegetarians. - Food seemed fresh for the most part. - Loved the mini dosas that came to the table. - Husband loved the naan and chicken drumsticks that also came to the table. - Price was decent at $18 and we left quite full. - Service was fine, nothing too quick or friendly but nothing to complain about either. - Restaurant was nice enough but the restrooms were not very clean. Overall this is a great place for picky people that don't want to wait too long for food (this is us, every weekend). I highly recommend trying the buffet out. read more

I love good Indian food and Chola definitely hit the spot. I got a little worried when I we came in and saw very fancy decorations... In my mind good Indian food is normally found in a hole in the wall where the inside looks like your Indian buddy's house. The dinning room was somewhat bare, there was a larger family celebrating a birthday... Not really the crowd you would expect at 7pm. The service was a little slow but the staff made up for it by apologizing and giving us some samplers. The food was top notch. We ordered the chicken tikka masala, and the lamb masala with naan and coconut rice. The spicier lamb masala was rich with tomato and meaty flavor. The chicken tikka masala was done perfectly. The garlic naan is one of my favorite carbs and helps me soak up every last bit of sauce from our dish. We cleaned our plates and will definitely be back for more! read more

Chola - Chicken tikki masala and lamb masala - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

I was super thrilled to see these guys deliver all the way down to me in the LES via UberEats. I absolutely love their chicken and lamb dishes and my friends have loved the shrimp dishes also. Yesterday, I had ordered the goat biryani which was incredible. I also got the chettinad meen varuval and I wish I hadn't wasted ~$24 on two pieces of tilapia fillets. The flavor was less than average and I was honestly so surprised that they're able to charge ~$24 on tilapia. I'd understand if it was salmon, at least, but I just felt robbed. Thankfully, the biryani was good. So, don't get the fish fry and stick to the chicken/lamb/goat/shrimp dishes. read more

Chola - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Just as a disclaimer, I am not a big fan of Indian food, in general. However, I have had my fair share of Indian food and believe that I am able to tell the difference between what is and what is not good. We came here on a Saturday brunch, which is all you can eat for (I think) $15. However, they had this weird system where they brought out some foods to the table, and you could get other things yourself. Their naan is hand made, and very soft and fluffy. I actually liked it, but my friends didn't seem to like it as much. Since they brought it to the table themselves, we didn't get enough of it, until after we were too stuffed to eat anymore, by which time we (ironically) had plenty. There were a couple chicken dishes which were ok, but not that good. It seemed that there was much more sauce than chicken, which made it difficult to place on your plate. Many of the items were fried and overly greasy. And at the end, the price seemed to far outweigh the quality. read more

The most remarkable thing about Chola was not their kadai murgh, or the flute-shaped cracker that set the expectations for the meal. It was a gentleman by the name of Prahlad. An attentive man, Prahlad graciously opened the door when he noticed that I was outside who appeared like the kind of man who was looking for his destination. I was a few minutes early for a first date, and I had peered inside to see whether I should stand outside to meet my date rather than have her try to awkwardly spot me out of the crowd of other diners. Thankfully, it was early and the dinner service was just beginning--my date and I would be the only ones dining. Prahlad guided me to a small table for two, and I sat down. I told him I was waiting for my date, who would arrive in a few minutes. He left me to my own devices, but then a few moments later, he offered me a larger table for four. "More space for you," he explained with a gracious smile. It set the tone for the rest of the night's service, which I found pleasant, and unobtrusive. The meal my date and I started off with a surprisingly delicious flute-shaped cracker. Standing in a steel cup, there was one for me and one for my date. Sadly, I'm no expert in Indian cuisine and failed to ask Prahlad what it was called. The cracker was surprisingly flavorful all on its own. It was a good sign that the restaurant paid attention to the entire dining experience from start to finish. Prahlad was generous in his attention when needed. He recommended that we start with the lasoni gobi, a dish of cauliflower served in a tangy sauce flavored with onions and bell peppers. Rounding this off was the hariyali murgh tikka, spring chicken simmered in a creamy green marinade. The appetizers were flavorful and well-prepared. Although the chicken was largely forgettable, the cauliflower was served in perfectly bite-sized pieces and the sauce pleasantly balanced between sweet and sour. Following that was the kadai murgh--chicken in a red curry of bell peppers and large chunks of onions--accompanied by garlic naan and lemon rice. We finished our meal with a dessert of rasmalai. Throughout the dinner, Prahlad would sidle in at just the right times to refill our sparkling water and check in on us. The food was served at a pleasant pace that was responsive to how my date and I were progressing through our courses. I highly recommend Chola. If you're looking for a quiet place to bring a date, try earlier in the dinner service. The Thursday night that I went, the restaurant got noisy enough where I had to raise my voice a touch starting around 7:30pm. Regardless, in the hands of Prahlad, I have absolute confidence that anyone would enjoy dining here. I look forward to returning. read more

Came here for a friend's birthday dinner. Everything was great. The service was good they kept asking if we need anything. The food was delicious. We got multiple orders of the butter paneer it was super fresh. Definitely get the spicier butter paneer if you prefer it because the less spicy version was kind of sweet. read more

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Weekend buffet is pretty, well priced. There is a wide selection of North and South Indian food. Some interesting choices like Eggplant and spinach. Small selection of sweets. Most interesting was the mix of people who entered the restaurant while we were eating. I ate so I that I didn't eat until dinner the next day. I'm not sure if that was a good idea or not. read more

Excellent buffet. Many choices and s of it delicious. Try their biriyani if you want to order off the menu. The better Indian restaurant in the midtown area. Prompt service. Attention to detail. read more

Eatin Indian with my indian buddy! Food is delicious chicken tikka off the wall. Kamasutra cocktail got me felling good. Chola, in east midtown, offers the buffet to end all buffets. You get all you want of meat dishes like creamy chicken korma and lamb with mustard seeds, coconut, and onions, veggie staples like dal, okra and spinach, two kinds of rice (pilau and biryani), snacks like idli and mini fried lentil donuts known as medhu vada, and a dessert. In addition, chaat, naan, and tandori chicken will be brought to your table. Leave here hungry? Pshaw. I'm pretty sure it can't be done. read more

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Just a great south Indian restaurant for lunch (nice buffet), or dinner. The food is always very good to excellent, and the service is as good. It is the consistency of excellence that brings us back - we've been in more expensive Indian restaurants, and we've been in more acclaimed, but have not had better food or service. read more

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Joined by family, I thoroughly enjoyed Chola. The cramped environment adds to the charm of the venue. I was a bad fish-only vegetarian and went with the lamb saag ... it's one of those things when I swear, I didn't mean to but I did. Each dish was more delectable than the next. The staff was helpful, cheerful, and consistent. Generally, I stick to hole in the wall places in Jackson Heights for Indian restauarants or the ever pretentious lower east side but Chloa was delightful. I advise to make reservations if you are a party larger than five. read more

I am not a huge fan of Indian food, but I attended a great dinner at Chola on Friday night. The restaurant offered us an appetizer, 3 main courses (chicken, lamb and a vegetarian meal) with rice and chutney and bread with rice pudding for dessert. The rice was light and fluffy. I tried each course and enjoyed the flavors so much that I went back for seconds and thirds. The staff was very attentive and the service was great. read more

This is exactly what an Indian restaurant ought to be. So me and the bf were late to our reservation and my phone was dead I could not call ahead to let them know I was running late. When I arrived the place was packed but I was seated immediately without and nasty attitude like most places would have, even though my bf was out parking the car.The staff is courteous and professional, they go above and beyond to accommodate. I was given all the menus and brought water. As I examined the extensive menu I saw that it had a very good variety not simply northern or southern like most Indian places would distinguish. There was a blend of flavors much like the mixed and varied crowd that evening. They also had a full bar including non alcoholic beer which I thought was a very nice touch. Once my bf arrived someone immediately came over to take our drink orders. When I did not like my cocktail without my saying so I was asked if I'd like to replace it with something else. My water glass was never empty either, and no request I made seemed too big or too small. Onto the food we asked for suggestions and were given many but ultimately went with our own ideas but slightly modified thanks to the staff. Here is what we ate: Garlic Naan - The garlic was fresh and the proportion was well balanced. Apps: Era Varuval + Chochin Lamb chops - delicious - a little spicy - be prepared. There was similar seasoning for both appetizers. There was a generous portion of lamb chops for an appetizer and for the price and they were most certainly delicious. Main: White rice of course! PUNJAB GOAT CURRY - very delicious and tender, a little spicy, and has the bones in the stew, but still spectacular. Butter Chicken - very soft and tender, I liked that it was well seasoned and not one bit dry as chicken can sometimes get. No meal is complete without a Mango Lassi - which had a really good blend of the yogurt and mango flavor neither of which was overpowering. I was too full for desert but I am certain I will come back and have another chance to enjoy it again. read more

The restaurant is a little small, but they accommodate large groups. The food took around 30-40 minutes to come out because my group ordered a lot of food. I had the Khade Masala Ka Gohst along with many other appetizers and shareable entres. The food was great, and the portion was more than enough as usual with Indian restaurants. The goat curry was delicious and this restaurant will definitely meet your expectations if you're craving Indian food. The restaurant itself is quiet, unless there is a lot of people. read more

Chola - Khade Masale Ka Gosht - Indian Near Me - New York, New York