My friend wanted Indian for lunch. so we went to check out Maharaja since I had it on my bookmark forever. I was really surprised they actually had lunch buffet on Saturdays and Sundays as well..so it was good that we didn't have to order anything specific and got to try many of the dishes that we couldn't eat so often. I hadn't eaten Indian food so often, so I was happy I got to have a variety of curries and carbs again. It was very satisfying and hit the spot for me...although..as usual..you can easily get so sleepy after such heavy meal! The ambiance was nice and clean and the food had nice spice in it. Staff were also attentive and I thought the price was just right (around $45 for 2 ppl, including taxes but excluding tips). I would love to dine here again the next time I have craving for Indian food! read more

Maharaja Indian Cuisine - Lunch buffet - Indian Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

I came by myself for the lunch buffet on a tuesday at 12:15. I was seated in a booth. I got a glass of shiraz wine-$10.99. The buffet is divided into 3 sections- vegetarian, non vegetarian and salad/ desserts. The salad fixings were minimal. The vegetable soup was nice. The food was okay. The naan was overdone. The dessert selection was minimal. I can get sliced apples and melon at the market. The decor is nice but booths are very dark , high and uncomfortable. I did not feel welcome the entire time i was there. My overall experience was lacking .The buffet( for what it is) is way overpriced-$18.99!!! I will go to other indian buffets in town. read more

The BEST good and dinner buffet in Albuquerque - the owner paired great drinks with the buffet - we can't wait to try again read more

Maharaja Indian Cuisine - Indian Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Loved this place the first time we ate here the first week they opened a year ago, food and service were great but not so much this last time. The place was already looking a bit run down and the service was lacking. Food was okay but the lamb wasn't very tender. We had to remind our sever for our drinks and papadum which took too long. When the papadum (we paid for) finally arrived it was one and a half pieces! We're in Corrales and made a special trip just to go here but won't be making that trek again. read more

This is a few blocks from my house and I've been curious. Curiousity didn't quite kill the cat, but it's not awesome. The buffet has a lot of things but most are mediocre. There are several kinds of cooked chicken, which were mostly dried out. The Chicken Tikka Masala was okay. The nan were good but were gone until the very end of my meal. The servers run around a lot but I literally had to stop one walking by to get a soda. The manager(owner?) seemed distracted and irritated. I literally had to wait 10 minutes while he slowly, very slowly, cashed out 3 other groups. This is okay indian food, but even thought it's close to my house, I don't see myself eating here too often. read more

Awesome garlic na'an and chicken tikka masala or butter chicken spiced just right are the stars here. The people employees here are super friendly, and although I was doing takeout I was really surprised at how clean and large the dining area was. I will dine in the next time I swing through town if I don't have my dogs with me. The portions are huge, and although I really like a good chicken tikka masala I will share my wife's butter chicken as it had a better flavor then my regular go to, and with portion sizes this big there is no reason a single portion wouldn't serve two. Or maybe I'll hit up the buffet! This place gets five nom-nom's up as far as I am concerned. read more

Maharaja Indian Cuisine - Indian Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

I've eaten my way through a *lot* of Indian food, from humble strip-mall gems to high-end dining rooms. I was eager to see where Maharaja fit in, but unfortunately, this experience was a royal disappointment. Let's start with the one, unambiguous positive: the **portion sizes**. They do not skimp. My entree was a veritable mountain, and my friend's dish was equally generous. You will not leave hungry, which I suppose is something. But that's where the compliments end. The food itself was just... mediocre. I was shocked by the profound **lack of flavor**. We ordered a classic Tikka Masala and a Lamb Vindaloo, and both were stunningly one-note. The masala was watery and tasted mostly of cream, with no complex spice profile. The vindaloo, which should be a punchy, vibrant, spicy-sour curry, was just... hot. No depth, no nuance, just heat for heat's sake. It was the kind of bland, uninspired food you'd expect from a generic food court, not a dedicated restaurant. The real kicker? The **price**. When you're charging premium prices for entrees (upwards of $20+ before you even *think* about naan or rice), the food has to deliver. This did not. It felt wildly overpriced for the quality. To round out the lackluster meal, the **staff was completely unhelpful**. When we asked for a recommendation, our server just vaguely pointed at the menu and said, "Everything is popular." Water glasses sat empty, and we had to actively hunt someone down just to pay the bill. It felt like we were an inconvenience, not guests. read more

We have been passing this place by and finally we planned to stop at Maharaja for dinner. First of all, the decor was absolutely eye catching from the murals to the pictures hung on the walls and the lamps and light fixtures, there was joy surrounding all the patrons. All the servers were nice, friendly, attentive, and periodically asking us how things were going and how food was. We ordered the chicken pakora for our appetizer. The crispiness of the chicken and the sauces were perfect. For our entrees we got the chicken vindaloo and the lamb biryani with the mandatory spicy naan. The spicy naan was covered in red chile with enough spice to get us going. It was not a heavy naan, but also not thin; it was a great help for the entrees. The chicken vindaloo was spicy, acidic, not overwhelming, and quite tasty with tender and juicy chicken pieces. The rice was subtle in flavors, complimentary to the dish, and allowed the vindaloo to shine. The biryani was fragrant and had a complex flavors. There was heat, sweet, and herbal flavors that hit at different times during the experience. The lamb cubes were tender and delicious. The cooking was on the rustic side, with cloves, anise, and date seeds that may get in the way but add to the dish. For the quality, taste, and amount of food, the price was exceptionally reasonable. Overall, this was a great experience full of flavors at a reasonable price. I think this place is a good addition to great Indian restaurants in Albuquerque. read more

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I had to come check out the newest addition to Indian cuisine in town. The location is a bit off the beaten path and the layout of the place is a bit odd, such that I wasn't sure I was walking into their actual front door. That said, the place is nicely decorated and all the staff are really friendly. I did appreciate that water came with its own pitcher per table, as did our hot chai. Better than having to constantly ask for refills if you go through the beverages quickly! We came explicitly for the buffet which they have for dinner on the weekends. It's pretty extensive, there's a meat and vegetarian section, plus a section with salad and cold desserts. The hot desserts hide near the end of the main buffet, so don't miss them! I tried a variety of the vegetarian dishes and also the butter chicken (my meat downfall). It was all very tasty. I was a bit surprised at the saag paneer, it had more of a sweet flavor than I've been used to. Everything was very tasty, I'll definitely be back! read more

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Food is ok but service is poor. Do not come on Saturday for dinner as they have event every Saturday and the service is just pathetic once their event starts. We ordered dessert and never received for over 45 minutes, just canceled order and requested check. This was Saturday 15th August. read more

Yum!!! This place has the best Indian fare in Albuquerque. We enjoyed Baingan Bharta, Spicy Naan, & Veg Samosas. Ambiance is great, lots of comfortable seating, and service is top notch!! We always enjoy having a meal here and will be back again, and again, and again! read more

Maharaja Indian Cuisine - Veg Samosas - Indian Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Cannot recommend this place enough. When I walked in, it smelled like home, and I knew the food was going to be delicious. I was not disappointed in the slightest. Not only was the food incredible and properly spicy, but the service was above and beyond. When they found out my mom was from Gujarat, they unprompted brought out onions, chili, and lemon because they know that is how Gujarati's like to eat their meals. Samosas were yummy and some of the best I've ever had. I recommend this place to anyone looking for good Indian food in ABQ. read more

I have been here 5 times since they have opened and all I can say is that it is one of my favorite dining experiences. The interior is aesthetically pleasing, spotless, and you can tell that they took care into making that space extremely hospitable. And the food has always been a 8-10/10. The buffet was fresh, clean, and well stocked. The other times I ordered individual meals they were always extremely flavorful, hot, and fresh. The Garlic Naan and Saag are always my favorites. I've tried several other dishes that have wonderful depth to them and are extremely well made. You can tell the dishes are made with passion for the craft. The service is fantastic. I really appreciate the care that is shown for every table that comes in, by every employee. I've had a few people taking care of me at each of my visits and all of them have made me feel welcome and taken care of. I always leave with leftovers, extremely satisfied with my meal, and feel valued as a customer. What any dining experience should be. read more

Do you remember the movie "What About Bob?" Remember the scene when Bob has dinner with Richard Dreyfuss's family, and he's going "Mm. Mmmm. MMMMMMM!!" after every bite? Well, that was me after every bite of the goat saag at Maharaja. What a beautiful combination of bone-in goat, pureed spinach, cream, and spices. My husband's lamb sheekh kebab was delicious as well, nicely seasoned and cooked in a tandoori. Most people we saw chose the buffet, which had a good balance of meat and vegetarian dishes. We will try that on our next visit. read more

I really enjoyed this brand new spot. The location is a little random, but you walk in and it's a whole different world. They have an extensive menu with lots of good options for entrées, appetizers, and desserts. They also have a really good drink menu at what I consider affordable prices. Service was great, and our food was really good. I ordered the butter chicken because that's usually my go to. I also tried the iced chai and one of the dessert options that I can't remember the name of. read more

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Having tried most of the Indian Restaurants in the area, a new one is a definite stop. In a strip mall and unassuming exterior belies what is inside. Opulent interior, someone spent a lot of time planning this one. Great painted walls and well place lighting for effect. Ok, but how's the food? Well excellent - Lamb Curry - delicious, nice spicing & tender lamb. Tikka Masala Chicken - flavorful and swimming in a rich tomato based sauce. The rice was simple but fluffy. The dishes came out family style providing opportunities to try both. The Garlic Naan was excellent, heavily butter coated with ample garlic flavor. The Strawberry Lassi was thick & good. It was like drinking a strawberry shake. Service was good and the chef/owner rounded frequently to check on diners. An excellent dining experience. This one is definitely a "don't judge a book by its cover" must try. read more

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Incredible food with high quality spice that really makes you feel like they just ground it. The service and atmosphere in here are really over the top in a good way, and I'm so glad that they opened near where I live! Please keep up the good work, Majaraja! read more

Charming, modern, sanitary but overall, delicious and exquisite. Had the Friday lunch buffet which is aligned with Sat., Sun. menus. See pricing photo. It is difficult to find goat offered in Albuquerque however, we found two halaal goat dishes. The ADA bathrooms allow equality and inclusion. I will not leave a review if an ADA bathrooms allow is not offered. Let the photos speak for themselves. read more

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This was a good find I'd recommend! The entrees here were flavorful but small. This is a great venue for family-style dining, which is what my dining companion and I did. We had the garlic naan, which was freshly baked; chicken korma, which was mild and creamy; and Aloo Gobi, which is a vegan potato and cauliflower dish that had some oil in it. All dishes were ones I'd recommend. read more

Maharaja Indian Cuisine - Indian Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

I've been here a number of times, and I have tried the buffet and ordered off the menu. The servings are generous. I really like the onion kulcha, seekh kebab, and gulab jamun so far, and my roommate and I will often split a dish and have been trying a lot of them. They also have tissues on the table which is really helpful if you have a low heat tolerance but still want to eat a spicy dish! They also have really good raita. It's a big space that feels roomy without being super echoey which is nice. They're always super welcoming and the service is as good as the food. read more

They say don't judge a book by its cover. Well, that's what I did with this restaurant. Initially, I was impressed by the decorations and layout of the restaurant, but I woefully overestimated the quality of of the food based off of its appearance. Everything was spicy, but for some reason, lacked flavor. My son usually eats buttered chicken and meatballs, as both are typically safe options for the palates of children who don't like too much spice. Those options were spicy, as well, and he refused to eat. I typically like the goat curry at Indian restaurants, but theirs was chewy and mine had A WIRE in it. I notified one of the employees who said she would notify someone. After hearing nothing back, I notified another employee who also stated she would notify someone. Again, we hear nothing back. My husband speaks with the owner to ask if he was aware of the occurrence. He just said "yes, I'm sorry." That was the end of the conversation. He did not offer to discount or pay for our meals, as we had sub quality food that was unsafe for consumption. Rather, he chose to ignore the concern and sweep it under the rug. I would have felt better about the situation and would not have written this review had I seen kitchen staff come out to the buffet area and remove the tray of goat curry for inspection to ensure that it was edible. I had my child and baby with me, who were both eating the food as well. Either of them could have easily eaten the wire, but thankfully it was in my food and not theirs. This could have easily become a life or death situation because of the negligence of kitchen staff to prioritize the safety of their patrons through a simple food inspection. But my repeated reporting did not seem to make this a priority. It is safe to say we will not be dining here again. read more

Our new favorite Indian restaurant. Peter is an excellent host and the ambience is wonderful. Being from India, I'm very picky about authenticity of the food and this place was better than any other I've had in town. Highly recommend. read more

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This is a really nice Indian restaurant! The ambiance is very classy and decorated in a nice, inviting way. There is a large variety of authentic Indian food on the menu as well as buffet options on specific days and times. The food was very tasty and great service as well. We even got leftovers from the large portions for the next day! I really recommend this restaurant! read more

I can!t say enough good things about this place. This was our fourth Indian food restaurant in ABQ we've tried in search for the authentic flavors we've loved in big cities. From the moment we walked in, we knew this was the place that would top our list. From the atmosphere, to the service, to the huge variety of food at the buffet, and the overall cleanliness, I give Maharaja a well deserved A+ read more

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This place is fantastic! The food was full of flavor; everything tasted fresh and perfectly spiced. The samosas, lamb vindaloo, chicken tikka masala, and garlic naan were next-level. The restaurant ambiance is gorgeous. The light fixtures are like twinkling little clouds. Super friendly staff and a chill vibe. Definitely coming back! PS. We took our dessert to go. The rice pudding and gulab jamun were also very delicious. read more

Maharaja Indian Cuisine - Non Veg Dinner for 2 - Indian Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Amazing! This is my new favorite Indian restaurant! The ambiance is very classy and everyone who worked there was attentive. The food was incredible. I loved their spicy naan and chicken tikka masala. Their lamb anything is great too. I can't wait to check out their lunch buffet! read more

Great food, very authentic. The brought our food and left us alone (in a good way) while we got some work done at the table. I'd come back.

Really great atmosphere! Bright and well decorated. Pretty sure between the two of us we tried most of the items on the buffet. Large variety of dishes offered. Loved the fresh fruit and salad offered. We will definitely return! read more

Maharaja Indian Cuisine - Lunch Buffet! - Indian Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Bland flavor! Definitely not for IndoPakistan community. And never order their dessert combo. The actually put gulab jamun in their kheer!!! Yuck!! Not recommended at all!! read more

Went to Maharaja for the first time today. Upon entering, the decor is stunning. Someone went to a lot of time and effort to make the dining space luxurious and inviting. Decided to try the buffet. I enjoyed the food very much. The variety of dishes had different spice levels and each had their own depths of flavor. The interior dining area was immaculate as well as the restrooms. My server, a young lady, was helpful, conscientious and a genuine delight. I intend to return soon. read more

AWESOME buffet, AWESOME ambiance and AWESOME service. Highly recommend this restaurant read more

Such a great new restaurant! We went for the dinner buffet for our first visit and it was delicious. Keep in mind the buffet was just a sampler of what they offer in the menu. The staff were very kind and attentive. I was recommended the mago Lassi to drink and it was so tasty. We will definitely be back to order from the menu. read more

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Good customer service, horrible food and recipes. Even the chicken tikka masala wasn't good. How can a white woman on social media perfect it by googling a recipe and an Indian restaurant can't? Oof read more

Maharaja means Prince in Sanskrit... Hubby and I showed up here post workout for their dinner buffet and literally felt like royalty! From the glittery lights on the ceiling to the cleanliness of both the dining room and bathroom to the attentive service staff to the absolutely delicious veg and non veg food items (samosas!), tandoori chicken, and other options as well as mango custard and a liquidy rice pudding, which paired so well with the cheesecake slices. At nearly $23 per person (dinner buffet) we were pleased with the quality and will definitely go back! 5/5 from #gourmetrecovery read more

I had such high hopes for this place and was sadly disappointed. The good, the cabbage was amazing however the jalfrezi was bland and flavourless, the sauce was gloopy and thickened with flour. The butter chicken tasted like it was just swimming in tomato soup and was also flavourless. A good.. the gulab jumun was delicious. I did a valiant effort to eat my body weight in them to make up for the bland other offerings. I will be back in a month or two for a second go round. I hope they step up their flavours. read more

Was told they had a kids buffet by waitress but at check out they charged me full price.. didn't want to cause a scene so paid and left Not sure if I'll ever go back read more

Interior is spacious but curries leave a bit to be desired. They tasted a bit bland, as if the masalas were ground ten years ago. The malai kofta, saag paneer, and goat vindaloo lacked the complex zing, and the portions are small. Try Kebab and Curry on Eubank instead of you're craving Northern Indian food. read more

Maharaja Indian Cuisine - Indian Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

This new Indian restaurant - they opened in early September 2024 - is an astounding jewel of a place. Everything, from the beautiful restaurant to the exquisite food they serve, is so lovingly assembled and offered that it's clear the owners have put their own heart and soul into this establishment. Highly recommended - especially the paneer pakore, and the lamb korma! From the moment you walk in, it's impossible not to notice: this restaurant is superbly well designed and decorated: sturdy tables of beautiful blue and grey marble, lovely understated murals on the walls, and brilliant shining chandeliers and light fixtures. And all of this comes together so tastefully, with many wonderful and clearly well-thought touches: the blue leather-bound menus, comfortable benches and chairs, the carefully printed numbers on each table. The plates and table settings even have lovely little monograms of the restaurant's insignia. The beautiful setting is matched by stellar table service: friendly, smiling waitstaff guide you to your table and help you select food for the evening. All this is just prelude to the food, however. As an appetizer, we chose the paneer pakore - delicately seasoned, battered and fried pieces of paneer cheese. The accompanying sauces were flavorful and piquant; I'd never had this dish, but it was wonderful. As a main dish, I got the lamb korma. I have had korma all over the United States and England; but this was the most delicious and perfect korma I have ever tasted: a sweet, buttery cream sauce, accented with roasted and chopped cashews and tiny golden raisins. And the lamb! - tender, succulent pieces of meat infused with the korma. It is hard to cook lamb this well - I have tried! - and I was delighted to enjoy such expert culinary craftsmanship. We didn't try dessert, but judging from everything else I expect it to be wonderful. They also offer a selection of Indian drinks, from mango lassi to Limca - my selection, an Indian version of Sprite, though it tastes a bit different; I liked it quite a bit and enjoyed it with my meal. They note on their menu that they will offer beer and wine soon, so I expect their liquor license is on the way. What a wonderful restaurant this is. I highly recommend it, for authentic food cooked carefully and expertly by a chef from Punjab. I'll be returning - Albuquerque is lucky to have such a place, and I plan to enjoy this privilege as often as I can. read more

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I have been here twice and I have been delighted both times. I see a lot of people having the buffet. I like to order from the menu because I typically take half of my food home. The service is excellent. read more

Maharaja Indian Cuisine - Inside the banquet room. - Indian Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Damn good! Authentic Indian cuisine. Dinner buffet is wonderfully diverse. Enough spice to please New Mexicans? Veggie korma is amazing! Saag paneer is as good as it gets! The much loved classics Tandoori Chicken and garlic naan are top notch- a great stop for any level of Indian food fan!! Out with family for unique eats...found perfect for all of us. Garlic naan, veggie samosa, and Kashmir's naan! read more