Nice location but slightly inside .. heart of oak tree road and close to rt 27.. finding it without google maps is a bit of challenge since it is slight off the main oak tree rd. You will not see it when you drive on oak tree but still a good location . Good parking spots. Service was ok . Could be better . Food was good . Nice interiors inside and lots of space to sit . It was a buffet when we went and they had lots of good options for Non veg . For veg it was ok option. Non veg friends loved it .. vegetarian was ok. Not super special but kinda ok. They had a bar inside for beer and other stuff . Chicken items were good. We liked Italian panipuri. Overall a good experience except. 4 stars read more

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Though we went to Edison, like, N no of times but never tried this one. It is not far from those famous restaurants. In fact, if you are here for jewelry shopping, then this is very near to those famous jewelry shops (Tanishq-Malabar-Kalyan), Plus point is the municipality parking is very nearby with their own parking. Coming to the restaurant - it's huge, and the ambience is really good; they can definitely accommodate large groups. It was a weekday evening, and when we entered, only one table was occupied, so it had a very deserted look. We settled down and ordered- * Manchow Soup - it was good. 5/5 * Chicken Dum Biryani: I'm not sure why I order biryani from 'not so famous' biryani places; I might be hoping for a surprise taste - it literally failed, and they should rename it as Chicken pulav. Also, too oily.. 1/5 * Goat Sukka: should have been spicier, more flavorful. 3/5 Overall, the satisfaction level was not that high.. nothing unique, and whatever the hype about the new young chef, I did not find that interesting. 3.5/5 for me, but I am rating it as 4 just to help them grow their business. read more

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I really wanted to give 5 Stars because the food was awesome, but few minor things bugged me, so going with 4. Positives are the Taste and Quantity of the Food and Drinks offered. Everything was delicious and the price too seems reasonable. Service was quick (medium crowd when we visited) and the staff were very helpful and friendly. The have plenty of Cocktails and Mocktails options to choose from, along with a decent Beer and Wine selection. I only tried the Mango Mule and it was yummy. Indian Restaurants with Bar options are few, so I would definitely recommend. Reason for 4 Stars is this. I have been waiting to visit this restaurant for almost 3 years now, ever since I read an article about the young Indian-American kid who is Executive Chef, and it was billed as a Indian Fusion restaurant with a modern twist. While the food tasted really good, I wouldn't really call them Fusion or anything with a twist. 95% of the Food Menu is just regular Indian Recipes, so nothing to be excited about. I wish there was at least few more items that offered a different culinary experience. Atmosphere too somehow didn't hit the right note. Decor did look great for the most part. It felt under lit but not in a romantic way, more like depressing way. Maybe I am being too picky, but there are so many new Indian Restaurants popping up in NJ/NY with different themes, interesting decor, unique menu, etc., and in comparison to those Clove 12 falls short. read more

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Long time Jersey girl, this gem in Edison is worth going to! Finally a place that has a bar, ambiance, and vibe that you can hit up after shopping. We loved all the dishes, notably the vegetarian egg rolls, paneer and chicken tikka masala, chaats, and cocktails! Service was attentive. Definitely would come back . read more

Clove 12 Restobar - Indian Near Me - Iselin, New Jersey

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The food is very good, be forewarned and beware before reserving for a private event. The owner tends to double-book and favors larger parties. Among the best Indian buffets with a diverse selection of Indian dishes with a spicy kick! I was quite impressed by the variety of vegetarian dishes - Panipuri Golgappa, papaya salad, Choola, Saag Paneer, Korma, etc. Of all the dishes, the Paneer Tikka and creamy Malai Kofta were my favorites. The crispy cauliflower and the chow mein noodles were tasty as well. The fresh fluffy Garlic and Butter naan were scrumptious and perfect for mopping up the curry! The fresh juice (I believe watermelon?) was refreshing. Management service is crafty. My uncle reserved the restaurant from 12-3pm for an engagement party of ~25 people 1 month in advance. 2 nights before the event, the manager/owner informed he could only reserve part of the venue from 11:30am-1pm as he was double-booked and there was a much larger party that reserved the larger space from 12-3pm. My uncle got shafted as we received a small section of the venue and it was very tight for 25 people. Lots of elbow rubbing and there wasn't much room to move around. While a couple of us had infants and toddlers, forget about high chairs! There was no room and it was very chaotic. We were quickly rushed out and the buffet apps were served around 12pm and the main lunch buffet was served at 12:15pm and last call for a buffet refill was 12:45pm, it was very poorly timed. Promptly at 1pm, we were shooed out. If you're looking for a good buffet, I would check to see if there's a private event. It's among the best I've had! While the food was tasty, I wouldn't come back based on my experience and dodgy management. read more

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Words can't express how amazing the food, service and ambiance are something we all need to experience! From the decor to menu your senses will be enamored in this quality establishment. The staff treats you like family and are very helpful in ordering. Fresh and unique choices await you! I have been a fan for years~ if you can I suggest calling to make a reservation! Cheers~ read more

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The first thing you notice when walking into this restaurant is that it has an elegant yet fun atmosphere. The wall art and table arrangements are beautiful. The colors of the restaurant are vibrant. The music sets an upbeat mood. The service was pretty fast and everyone who approached the table had good etiquette. The food was absolutely delicious. The goat curry and gobi Manchurian was very flavorful and packed good spice. The bread assortment we ordered was also delicious. Would recommend trying the bullet naan. The only reason for the 4 star review was the cocktails looked elegant in presentation but were too strong-- the alcohol overpowered the other flavors. Otherwise everything was good. I would definitely come here again. read more

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Dining was an absolute delight. From the moment I stepped in, the warm ambiance set the stage for a memorable evening. The menu was a testament to culinary creativity, with each dish artfully crafted. Service was impeccable, with a knowledgeable staff that catered to our every need. The drink selection was extensive, and the sommelier's recommendations were spot-on. I opt'd in for Guava Margarita, you can't go wrong with these basic drinks. Clove's dinner dishes exceeded expectations with its outstanding taste. Though it was spicy, so go with mild or even lower. Food was a lot so we didn't get chance to eat dessert. read more

Clove 12 Restobar - Papdi Chaat - Indian Near Me - Iselin, New Jersey

Ended up having my first Indian meal here and it was outstanding. Food: with my wife and two friends we ended up getting a little bit of everything. We ordered Chicken biryani, chili paneer, garlic naan, some sort of vegetable ball, chickpeas w/ spinach, and we were given this complimentary chips with tamarind sauce + mint chutney (fell in love with the tamarind sauce). Aesthetic: gorgeous, well-maintained place. Everything was clean and nicely done. Service: I was a little disappointed with the service however, which is why I gave it 4 stars. The service weren't particularly polite at times and even though they brought the food out well, we had to pull them aside for multiple small things. read more

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The food here at clove 12 was quite delicious. The service was excellent . We felt welcomed. If you don't know a lot about Indian food don't worry someone is there to explain to you what's in the Buffet - overall from food to service to ambience it was wonderful. We will definitely be going back. We actually popped into their other restaurant which is an all veggie restaurant and the manager was lovely enough to walk us over to Clove 12. Totally worth it you should go. read more

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Great food, love the ambiance with the live music. The staff is very nice. The wine and beer were okay. I would skip the drinks next time but overall had a great experience. The schezwan rice was some of the best I have had. The noodles were not that great. The avocado Chaat was delicious. read more

Clove 12 Restobar - Hakka noodles, manchurian, schezwan rice - Indian Near Me - Iselin, New Jersey

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This spot opened up in the same spot of a prior existing restaurant. It was cute inside but not sure if that was inherited decor from previous restaurant. The menu has fusion options which is what makes this spot intriguing and a decent cocktail list for an Indian restaurant in the area. We ordered the avocado chat and chicken tikka or appetizer. The concept of avocado chat was unique but it needed little more pomegranate and little more flavor. The chicken tikka was flavorful however it could have used a little bit more heat to make it little spicy. For main course we ordered paneer tikka masala, veggie manchurian, chili cheese naan, and chicken seekh kebab. The veg manchurian was tasty and really spicy but you couldn't stop eating it. I definitely was sweating after eating some. The chicken seekh kabob was pleasant and they flame the sizzler at the table but it could have used cilantro chutney for dipping purposes. The chili cheese naan was hot and fresh. I thought the paneer tikka masala was mediocre. For cocktails we ordered the mango mule, hibiscus margarita and dragon fruit margarita for which we all enjoyed our drinks. The did have some interesting items on menu that we didn't try such as makhani burrata and fusion tacos. The service was slow as they had limited waiters so we definitely had to get the waiter attention as more people came in however it wasn't fully pact. They do have two credit card limitations for paying the bill. Apparently they prefer tips in cash as we were asked if we had cash available for the tip portion. read more

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We came here for dinner twice since it was such a great find! Pros: + Great mix of foods/dishes + Love the indo-chinese options as well + Plenty of parking in their own lot, can find a few spots in nearby neighborhoods if there isn't enough space + Staff is extremely friendly + Great cocktails and mock-cocktails alike Cons: - Food can be extremely spicy even if you order medium. I love spicy food and the medium set my mouth on fire. So make sure you double check the spice level with them read more

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Excellent food and very reasonably priced. This spot has a massive menu, so take your time looking. The menu is predominantly north Indian cuisine but also has some Indo-Chinese and Mexican fusion dishes. We got the chicken seekh kebab, papdi chaat, paneer makhani, and hakka veggie noodles. The kebab was one of the best I've had -- the meat was very well seasoned and cooked perfectly! So soft and a good portion, too. The paneer makhani was also fantastic. The hakka veggie noodles were decent but lacked some flavor; they were served with some sauces which made them better, though! The service was also a bit slow - not sure if it was just a busy night but we did have to wave down a server to be helped every time we wanted to order or needed something. Overall I'll definitely be coming back to try some more dishes and the drinks as well! read more

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A friend of mine and I got together and met for dinner. I made reservations for 6pm and when I arrived I parked in their well lit parking lot. I walked in and asked for the manager that I have been communicating with and he was so gracious. We were sat at a table and our server was Navila and she was cool. Only issue was at times she was MIA and I think it was because she was new, but the other servers checked in on us frequently which was appreciated. We started with our drinks and I got the merlot and my friend got a mango mule which she really liked. While we drank the chef came out and introduced himself. He was so young and knew his stuff. This restaurant has a Mexican menu with an Indian twist. So my friend ordered the chicken quesadilla and I ordered the kadai chicken. The kadai chicken was so spicy but it was good. My friend enjoyed her chicken quesadillas. The naan that we ordered was so good and fluffy. All in all we had a really good time and would recommend this place to anyone. read more

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Very tasty flavorful food, beautiful plating, not too spicy but you can ask for more hot sauce. They had live music on a Wednesday. The service was really good, but it was busy when I came in. Good vibes! I'll be back because I want to try more of their food options read more

Clove 12 Restobar - Avocado Chaat, Lavender Martini - Indian Near Me - Iselin, New Jersey

Interesting concept. Bad service, average food... nothing special. Their Thai Special Menu with Chef Tao had some good food, but not good enough to carry the whole restaurant. Ordered Spicy Basil Fried Rice with Chicken... first time it was brought out there was no Chicken. An attempt at creating an upscale ambient setting, but did not succeed. Will probably not go back. At the end of the meal... one of the waiters straight up said: "tip will be appreciated if in cash." read more

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We went in for a quick buffet and were pleased! The wait staff was very pleasant. They were attentive and were quick to clear used plates. The restaurant itself and the restroom were clean. Most importantly, a good variety of food including gol gappa/pani puri! Can get more dessert options but over all great food for $25 per person. Would come back to try dinner/drinks. read more

Clove 12 Restobar - Buffet - Indian Near Me - Iselin, New Jersey

This was our first time at this restaurant drinks were amazing, Great service good ambiance, will be back. read more

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Ambiance was lovely and the Veg Manchurian was the best I've had in the states! Bread basket was plenty for the 4 of us and the main dishes were good too - nothing super special. They give complimentary papad & fryums at the beginning with chutneys which was a nice touch. We loved the lavender martini and virgin mango mule. As other reviews mentioned, they did ask for cash tip read more

Clove 12 Restobar - Veg Manchurian - Indian Near Me - Iselin, New Jersey

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One of those places that felt something was off from the moment we stepped in. Made a reservation on Valentine's Day, the decor/lighting/color palate of this place is overall very off and depressive. The servers looked rushed, and may I say a bit disheveled and didn't look happy. Now coming to the food - they have a concise menu, yet quite a few dishes were unavailable. While being seated, we were told to finish our meal in 90 minutes, so it felt rushed. We quickly ordered an avocado dip and chicken appetizer, butter chicken, daal makhani and naans - nothing to call home, typical Indian menu, nothing exceptionally flavorful, and special mention that the Avocado dip was "definitely" from Costco or store bought - Owners, please do not refute this, freshly mashed avocado/guacamole does not look silky smooth nor slimy. We returned home with a dull stomach ache and just a weird in-satiated feeling. Please note, we're not too picky about ambience nor servers if the food is good. But neither felt worth returning for another meal here. There are enough places in the heart of Edison. read more

3.5 - Really solid, and recommended. There are not many restaurants with a full bar in this area, so it was extra delightful that the drinks we had were very good! Pineapple jalapeño margarita, dragon fruit margarita and strawberry cooler - would have any of them again. The food was all excellently flavored, spiced, prepared and presented. Loved the inventive dal arancini. My picky Indian mom said the garlic naan was the best she has had in years. Malai kofta was great (on-par with Moghul Express). The only thing I think good be better was the paneer sizzler - the paneer texture was perfect, but the flavor did not get absorbed. The orange kulfi dessert was the only one available, and was very nice (but identical to the one at Moghul Express). Ambiance is a bit busy, but fun. Service was mostly good, but did drop off when it got busier. Will definitely return to try more things, especially from the global inspired part of the menu. read more

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So we decided to try a different place for our marriage anniversary and someone suggested to try Clove 12.. Must say that it was a good decision to choose this place for our special day .. Food was good but we loved the presentation.. Good choice in drinks especially for kids/teenagers.. and on the top of all, they had live music .. They also have small place where guests can dance also.. overall a memorable experience if you love music/Indian food/drinks.. Highly recommend!! read more

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We came here on a Wednesday evening to celebrate my dad's birthday. We were pleasantly surprised to see a live musician perform. He sang beautiful Bollywood songs and even a happy birthday song. The staff and service was good too. The food and drinks were all delicious. Can't wait to visit again. The mocktails - lychee sharbat and mango mule are really good. The signature cocktail was super spicy. The Jackfruit tacos were delicious too. The Veg Manchurian and Hariyali noodles were also great. Also, love the orange kulfi for dessert. We were disappointed that the kurkure bhindi was not available even tho it was listed on the menu. Overall, it was fun and a great restaurant. read more

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Delicious food, nice restaurant and good service. It was a bit empty unfortunately but maybe people don't know it's there. Not sure. It's a very big place, they put a lot of work into the decor and there's plenty of parking. They also sell alcohol. Many Indian food restaurants don't do that. I hope next time we go it'll be packed. read more

Would come back if ever in the area! It's one of the few Indian spots in the area that feels like a sit-down restaurant and serves alcohol. Everything we ordered was good. read more

Happy to have found another go to Indian spot near the Edison / iselin area. I've been here twice now. The first time - service was amazing. Food arrived quick. Everything we ordered was delicious except the kurkuri bindi was a little too salty. There was a live singer playing subtle tunes in the background. The second time the service was a little slow but the food was still on point! This place is spacious inside - comfortable seating for larger groups. They have a nice bar off to the side and it looks like they have some nice outdoor space for the summertime. My favorite thing about this place is their wide range of cocktails ( and mocktails! ). Their drinks are so so good!! And unique! That combined with the fact that they flambé the tandoori dishes in front of you makes this place a worthwhile place to check out at least once! read more

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I went for lunch buffet with coworkers and the food was disappointing. The food was room temperature, the dessert trays were empty I did enjoy the Manchurian. I gave 2 stars because the service was good. It was a nice quiet place, not too many people during lunch (12:30pm) no pictures because it was not worth it. read more

We reserved this space for our Dad's birthday for a party of 8. The service was great. The servers, who i have to say were extremely attentive, prepped us upfront that they're quite booked for the evening and they're down a chef. I definitely appreciated the transparency as small kids in our party had to be accommodated for. They also helped celebrate my Dad's birthday with a tasty chocolate cake and the whole restaurant sang along! Yummy! Will be back :) read more

My friends and I went here for the lunch buffet. One of my friends has never had Indian food before and I thought an Indian buffet would be perfect for her to try several different dishes! There is a different price for vegetarian or non veg buffet. You also have fresh naan which was delicious dipped into the chicken tikka masala. My favorite dishes were the chicken 65, uttapaam, dahi chaat, and chicken tikka masala. The service here was great and the ambiance is the best out of all the restaurants in the area. read more

Not worth it , quality has degraded over a year , got served stale food at a lunch buffet

I went for lunch and this place is beautiful! The food was amazing and so were the drinks read more

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We came here for the Valentine's Day tasting menu and had a wonderful time. Food was served immediately and kept coming. Our server Maria and Amol were so sweet! Maria brought us boxes to put our food in so we didn't miss out on any of the courses throughout the tasting menu and always helped us out. Highly recommend! read more

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Went to this place on a whim. We ordered Tiki Masala, Butter Chicken, Lamb Vindaloo, samosas, and garlic naan for sauce dipping it came with rice. The drinks were just right for the night. All the dishes were so so yummy & flavorful. The ambience doesn't look like the website but who cares if the food is worth it. read more

We loved the food at this place. We ordered gobi Manchurian dry, Chinese bhel, kadai paneer, Malai kofta and veg biryani. Every single item we ordered was delicious. Staff was friendly, ambience is good, restrooms were clean. read more

The food is exceptional! My first time having Indian food and what a wonderful experience! Our server Maria was vital to this positive experience. She gave great recommendations and made sure we were happy with our selections. The restaurant itself is chic, beautiful color palette, clean and well maintained. Cocktails were also incredible. You will not be disappointed! read more

Such a good fusion of Indian and Chinese food! The waiter was really good at explaining and recommending items and the quality of the food was fresh! Not pictured was the shrimp tandoori which was AMAZING! The butter garlic naan is also really good. If you like spicy- get the chili cheese naan! The orange dessert was so good- almost like an ice cream and it was sooooo tasty but not too sweet! Overall everything was flavorful and fresh and you can ask them to make the food with mild spice! read more

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The food and drinks were good - everything we ordered was flavorful. The service was good too - everything was on time and good staff. read more

Clove 12 Restobar - Charred pineapple and jalapeño margarita - Indian Near Me - Iselin, New Jersey

The food was great, it tasted really good. Now I am giving this a 3.5 based off what I went through. I waited an hour and 20 minutes just to receive an appetizer whereas the other tables that came after were basically finished. Service was really slow and it should not have taken that long for me to receive an appetizer. Despite that, the food was great and the location was solid. read more

Amazing Punjabi and Indo Chinese food . Live music on some days add to a cozy evening . read more