SO good! I'm North Indian, but sometimes we crave something different and I was really curious…read moreabout their South Indian menu. The Malabar chicken was calling my name because of the black pepper, and OMG it did not disappoint!!! It was SO tasty!! It's a dry chicken dish instead of the usual curry/gravy. Super flavorful, peppery, crispy, and not oily or heavy at all! It wasn't particularly spicy to me either, but layered with different aromatics, a complete flavor explosion! I was actually a little confused because I saw the Malabar chicken on Seamless but couldn't find it on ChowNow/Toast, so I wasn't even sure if it was available. I'm SO glad I got it and really hope they keep it on the menu because I would 100% order it again! I also tried the dal with green mango and the tamarind rice from the South Indian menu, and both were delicious. The tamarind rice especially has so many different flavors going on and is so good! If you like bold, layered Indian flavors and want to venture beyond the usual butter chicken-type dishes, TRY THE SOUTH INDIAN MENU!

Could be unpopular opinion as Seva has many great reviewed. I ordered for take-out:…read moreLamb Sheekh Kabab ($10.95 - medium spice) - included ground lamb, aromatic spices, garlic, ginger, with a side of white sauce. Tasted rather bland with no spice. Chicken Tikka Masala ($ 16.95) - oven cooked white meat chicken with tomato light cream sauce, and a side of basmatai rice. Just okay as the flavor did not taste right. Garlic Naan ($4.95) - thick piece of naan, but had no garlic flavor. Not sure if it was an off day or I came too early as I ordered right at opening, but I was not a fan of the food.

Yaar is conveniently located right by the Ditmars Boulevard subway station. We went on an early…read moreSaturday evening. The staff is very friendly and we were seated right away. We happened to be dining there during a World Cup game so there was a TV on in the back (not sure if that's their usual setup). I ordered the chicken tandoori (bone-in), my SO got the chicken tikka masala, and we shared a garlic naan. I got a masala chai to drink and my SO just stuck to water. We did not have to wait too long for the food. My chicken tandoori came out on a sizzling plate with a side of rice. The chicken was so tender, juicy, and flavorful. I ate the slices of onion on the sizzling plate with the chicken and rice. The garlic naan was nice and hot, crisp on the outside, studded with plenty of garlic, and soft and chewy on the inside. It was good for sopping up the chicken tikka masala sauce. My SO felt that my bone-in chicken tasted better than the chicken that came with the tikka masala, so he would consider ordering one of the other bone-in options next time (butter chicken (bone-in) or chef's special chicken (bone-in) biryani). Service was attentive. The servers refilled our water several times and checked on how we liked our dishes. We didn't have dessert this time, but we might next time we come because there will definitely be a next time.

I have been coming to Yaar for over 2 years now, every time I am in that area of Astoria. Cannot…read moreresist. The staff is always very pleasant to interact with. Food comes out relatively fast. I have only purchased take out, so I cannot comment about the experience of eating in. Inside the restaurant the lighting is a dark. I think that is just the ambiance they are going for because it has always been like that. The murals on the walls are incredible. My favorite is the elephant with other animals in the front. I think the restaurant does more take out business then eat in. I see a lot of people picking up their food same as me. But maybe I am not visiting during busy hours. The food is consistent. From the first time I had Yaar - I was never disappointed. This is one of mine and my family's favorite place to get Indian food from.

Best Momos around!…read more If the title doesn't tell you everything, this review will. I found out about this place months ago and it was finally time to give it a try. My spouse and I are always down to find good momos, and this being close by and Tibetan cuisine, it was definitely a must. Ambience: It seats a decent crowd. It has nice Tibetan artwork and you feel the warmth from the owners. It's cozy and it felt great. Service: Top notch. I don't say this lightly. The server sat us down and was just so joyful. Her smile and demeanor made you feel welcomed. Brought us water and asked the usual and offered to explain any dishes. Now we are onto the good -- might I say great -- part. THE FOOD. We didn't order momos on our first visit. Food: My wife got the Himalayan Rice set (chicken) and I got the Rildok. We also got the Shabhaley -- from the description I thought it was literal meat. The Shabhaley, to put it, looks like an empanada. It was far from it in the best possible way. The pastry was crisp but soft and the beef filling was divine! Seasoned with so much flavor and it was paired with a beautiful sauce. The Rildok was exquisite. In my opinion -- I even told one of the servers, whom I now know is one of the owners, that the flavor profile reminded me of a cheeseburger, and it's my favorite new dish. The Himalayan Rice set was awesome. The chicken was tender and flavorful. The tingmo (like a bread) was soft and delicious, paired well with the chicken. The dal reminded me of my own homeland's dal. We've now been back here multiple times. My goal is to try the entire menu. The vegetable khoty momo was surprisingly my favorite, and I'm someone who loves meat. I've now had all the flavors and preparations of the momos, and you can't go wrong! This place is a gem. Their quality of food is top notch, and their actual aunties are in the back making this with so much love. I want everyone to try it. The owner and his staff are amazing and welcoming. They remembered me from my second visit, and that speaks volumes. They're all down to earth and it shows. The passion they have for their food and their kindness shines through. Parking: Can be rough depending on time of day.

It's an unassuming spot on a street of eateries. Their place is clean and is decorated with…read moreDarjeeling artwork. We got the kothey momo and chicken curry. The momos took a while but the curry was out quickly. Both were so flavorful! The sauce that came with the kothey momo cut perfectly through the mild chicken filling. The momo was soft but had a crisp bottom which melted in your mouth. The curry was creamy and had a hint of spiciness without setting your tongue on fire. All in all solid food!

Every culture in the world has its own take on the perfect hangover remedy. Russians swear by…read morepickle brine. Germans swear by pickled herring. Yet, for some, the undiscovered remedy is Indian food. Not just any Indian food, but the kind that will make one swear off every last bit of water retained in the body while the brain forgets the hangover in attempts to fight over the insanity of the spice level ordered. Here comes Mughalai for the job. Lunch specials are excellent, offering a few courses to savor the flavors of this small establishment. Some of the best lamb vindaloo out there is found right here. Truly spectacular flavor alongside the intense spice. Wonderful samosas. Mulligatawny soup that does not disappoint. Mughlai is a casual spot that hits every parameter while delivering the kind of flavors that are hard to find outside of India.

My girlfriend and I dined at the UWS location last night. We arrived at 9:00 PM and were never…read moreinformed that the restaurant would be closing at 9:45 PM. Had we known, we would have chosen to dine elsewhere. Unfortunately, the service that followed was extremely disappointing. We felt rushed throughout the entire meal. The lights were turned on and off while we were dining, creating an uncomfortable atmosphere and making it clear that the staff wanted us out as quickly as possible. I barely had time to enjoy my dinner before feeling pressured to finish. To make matters worse, as we were preparing to leave, I went to use the restroom and was told by the manager that it was closed. Considering that I had just spent over $100 on dinner, I found that response both surprising and unacceptable. I work in the food and beverage industry, so I understand the challenges of restaurant operations and always try to be respectful and understanding. I was polite throughout the evening, yet I felt like I was treated as an inconvenience rather than a paying guest. To be fair, the food itself was excellent. However, great food cannot make up for poor hospitality. Based on my experience, I would not recommend dining at this location. The behavior of the staff was unacceptable and fell far below the standard of service I would expect from a professional restaurant.

First time trying this place and it was so good! Food was flavorful and spicy. Such great prices…read moreand the wait staff were the highlight - they were so so kind and attentive. Highly recommend the chicken tikka masala. The veggie samosa was also delicious

Made a 6:15PM Friday reservation by phone, and while it was at first not busy, the place filled up…read moreclose to 7. They start you with paratha(?) and 2 sauces to start. Friend and I both got the 4-course prix fixe. One option is either the naan or soda, and we both opted for naan. Also, the entrees largely seem to come with rice here, which is great. I got the lamb samosa (which is not very gamey if you don't like lamb), along with the chicken korma (breast meat is on the dry side, and the korma is more savory than nutty), along with the kheer (rice pudding) which I liked a lot due to having texture from the nuts and not being too sweet. I tried my friend's malai kofta (the croquettes are a bit sweet, and I liked the sauce more than my korma) and rasmalai (which is sweeter than the kheer, but not so sweet). I tried the Taj Mahal beer which is like a pilsner, and light. I enjoyed it. I'd come back here to try other things, perhaps during the weekend buffet, to give it another shot at being my go-to Indian in Astoria given how affordable this is.

Can sometimes be hit or miss. Sometimes an item that's good one time is overcooked the next. Plenty…read moreof good items. But have had things missing from order. Paneer tikka masala was very dry and rubbery unfortunately.

Small store with super friendly staff! I always get:…read morechicken samossas, butter chicken, tikka masala, and garlic naan. Their samossas are delicious and jam packed with flavor. Their butter chicken is also one of the best from an Indian fast-food type of establishment. Everything else is solid too! Ordered from here so many times on Uber and recommended to friends.

We get delivery about once a month and it's always delicious! (honestly, if it was not such a…read moresplurge, we would probably order once a week!) Lots of vegetarian options, and they are accommodating if you have a special request, such as spice level.

Uff! I'm sorry to say I did not enjoyed the food, and I rarely rate a place this low. I ordered…read moredelivery, so I can't speak to the ambiance or service, but the meal itself fell short. The garlic naan barely tasted of garlic and came across as plain. It also didn't have that softness or the smoky charred flavor. The chicken tandoori was missing its signature crispiness, and it arrived "wet" instead." I also did not get any of those bold flavors. Not even the green or tamarind chutney impressed me.

An underwhelming experience. We were so looking forward to trying out this new Indian/Nepalese…read morerestaurant. The samosas were good, but my goat korma was far too spicy. Our waiter was rather reserved and not very helpful. When we ordered, food preparation took much longer than we expected and was not quite up to par with other Indian or Nepalese restaurants in the area. In my opinion, not worth a second visit

I've only done takeout here but right off the bat the customer service was great…read more The young gentleman who took my order saw I was double parked outside and told me not to worry he's going to bring the food outside for me which was a very nice gesture. I ordered chicken saag and my wife got chicken tikka masala with cheese and garlic naan each. The chicken saag was good but it seemed like there wasn't much chicken in there could have been a bit more but overall it was very good. My wife's chicken tikka masala was different than what it world normally taste. The sauce was actually very sweet which we didn't really like. The garlic naan on the other hand was absolutely amazing, probably the best tasting naan I've ever hard. I would go back here just for the naan itself. The cheese naan was also very good and was stuffed with cheese. I'm definitely going to give this place another try and ordering the garlic naan is an absolute must! The place is also very spacious so plenty of seating!

Roti Boti is your no frill Pakistani Indian comfort food restaurant. I'm not a particular fan of…read morethe cafeteria/buffet service and the quality of their goat, lamb and chicken offerings were a bit too spicy for me. The second visit I asked for chicken over rice instead of goat and was given the wrong dish. Would I be back. No!1

This is the place for you if you brag about having a fierce palate…read more We went in here because it was featured on some show on Hulu where a corpulent loud guy talks about food. The waitress/cashier was extremely helpful and patient, and helped guide us to the appropriate food choices. Everything that we ate hit our desire, which at that time was powerful spicy food. The channa masala was the star of the show, and so were the meats. Enjoy the food here, and then brag about how you can handle any kind of spice afterwards. We'll be back.

Delicious food and drinks. Loved the ambience as well, there was fun decor. We didn't have a reso…read moreand just walked in for two on a Tues evening. It quickly got packed - including outdoor seating. The naan topped biriyani was delicious - don't think I've ever had it served like that - very unique! The pork vindaloo was also delicious - the tomato sauce was very flavorful. Just a little spicy to make it interesting. Would definitely return again to try other things on the menu. Also such a wonderful vibe just to have drinks as well.

I love the vibe at The Drunken Munkey UES...the warm lighting and cozy atmosphere make it such a…read moregreat spot, and the music is always good. It wasn't very crowded on this particular night, so I was seated and taken care of pretty quickly. The butter chicken tikka masala was so rich, creamy, and delicious! The chicken was incredibly tender, and the sauce was packed with flavor. The garlic naan was also excellent fresh, warm, and flavorful. It was perfect for soaking up every bit of that sauce. Great food, great atmosphere, and an overall enjoyable experience!