This place hits the spot for Indian Street Food. I had ordered from them when I visited Boston…read morepreviously and wanted to order again. This place hits the spot for Dosa's and Idli's. I keep coming back for more as it was very flavorful and delicious. The sambar was delicious and the chutney that came with it was a great combo.

I had the paneer dosa here and felt like it was just okay. I'd recommend Pepinos in Waltham for…read moresome better dosa.

Me: Hello, I just wanted tgo make sure the chicken tikka masala was $18 for dine-in as well as…read morepick-up. Them: Yes, $22, Me: What? It says $18 on your menu there. Them: Yes, $18 for the curry and $2 for the chicken. $22. Me: WHAT? Them: $18 f ... Me: No no, I heard you. You charge $18 for the sauce and $2 for the chicken? And you come to $22?? Them: Yes. Plus tax. So I'm gonna go there and ask for just a bowl of ketchup for 20 bucks.

Was really craving some Indian food but this spot wasn't my fave. Ordered takeout and the chicken…read moretikka masala was way too sweet, sweetest I've ever had it taste. The garlic naan really lacked in flavor. I decided to try samosas for the first time and those were good, but I have nothing to compare them too. Maybe some of their other dishes are better but I plan to try another spot next time for chicken tikka.

Discovered this tiny but delicious corner eat-in/takeout restaurant after a World Cup street party…read morein Inman Square. One of my frustrations about Indian food is the lunch buffets are always varied and amazing, but for dinner you're stuck ordering more limited options. But fortunately this place has mixed dinner platters... and the veggie one was delish! Curry veggies, biryani, naan, raita and chutney plus a veggie samosa. So much food I brought some home. Loved it all and it would definitely go back! Just know you need cash...or order online while in line and let them know you plan to eat there.

Food is very good. Service is fast. Perfect hole in the wall with just 4 tables and tiny counter…read morespace but it works, mostly a takeout place. But I like to eat here. Have tried many dishes over the years. I'm not an expert but know what I like. Street metered parking.

This review falls somewhere between 3 1/2 to 4 stars…read more Ever since I heard about Don't Tell Aunty opening up last year I've been itching to get in and try it, especially as someone who loves Indian cuisine and someone who is often intrigued by fusion concepts and modern twists on classic dishes. We finally decided to go for a mid afternoon meal on a Saturday in the beginning of June. We looked at the menu online ahead of time to refresh our memories on their offerings, and the food was listed all together in a section called "all day menu". We had some dishes in mind that we wanted to try, namely the tikka tots, the mirchi bhajji and the rasam ramen. Unfortunately none of these items were on the menu when we went in. I realized that they have separate menus for lunch and dinner with the lunch menu being more limited, which I know lots of restaurants do. Nevertheless we were still excited to try the food there. The atmosphere of the restaurant is very nice. Beautiful design, very comfortable and the music was a vibe. Contrary to some of the other reviews here saying that the service was aloof and lackluster, we found that it was prompt and down to earth. We opted for some Indian beers over cocktails. For food we decided on some curry dishes. Boyfriend ended up with paneer butter masala, I had Goan fish curry and we split some garlic naan. The guy did warn ahead of time that the fish curry was a naturally spicy dish, to which I stated that I was totally cool with that since I love the spicier dishes. Boyfriend asked for his butter masala to be extra hot. The presentation of the entrees is absolutely stunning. The rice was fluffy and the curry hit all the flavor notes as it was a little sweet, a little spicy and a little tangy. In hindsight I think I should've asked them to make it a tad spicier for me, but the flavor was definitely there and it was a pretty solid, filling dish. Boyfriend really enjoyed his butter masala, saying that they delivered on his request for extra heat. The bread wasn't bad, though the portion is rather small and it kind of reminded me of the packaged naan bread you can get at the grocery store. Overall it was a good experience at Don't Tell Aunty. I did see on the website that they were making changes to the menu, so I look forward to seeing what else they can do.

I stayed at the CitizenM hotel in Backbay and just needed something to eat. I planned on going to…read moreanother place on the street but Don't Tell Aunty caught my eye and am I so glad it did so! The food was phenomenal. Hands down, no notes, fantastic. The portions were shockingly large. The atmosphere was club like which felt a little odd but also added to the vibes. Service was quick, recommendations were given without fanfare and they were absolutely correct. Absolutely would go back in a heart beat and I was texting friends with upcoming Boston trips to make sure to stop in.

After being in Boston for 5 years, this was hands down the worst dining experience I've ever had…read more The service was awful. My family and I waited over 50 minutes for our food. We watched over 20 online orders get sent out of the kitchen, and the waiters never came to our table to check on us. When complaining to the owner/manager, he expressed his apologies and mentioned that they were understaffed. This is no excuse for shitty service. If you are understaffed, why are you still taking so many online orders? Focus on your dine-in tables for the night! When the food did come, it was SO SO average -- something I didn't need to come all the way to Union Square for. Definitely not worth the wait. TL;DR - I will never be returning here, and will never, ever recommend.

Average at best. Really. I will start with the tolerable things we ordered: Punjabi chicken wings,…read morechicken biryani, and chicken chili. They were ok. I can probably make them just as well at home and I am no chef. Then the bad: Chicken Tikka pizza was just bad. I asked for no onions and they still put on onions (not the reason why it was bad). The Mo Mi was dry and flavorless. Overall, the meal was just not worth $120. Place is overhyped.

Delicious curry goat, garlic nan, steamed chic Momo. I like the new tables and chairs giving the…read moredining room a light airy feel. Clean fresh decorations. We originally ordered Thali w goat and a few other dishes but was told Thali not available on weekend. Been coming here since my last review. 5 stars for food, ambiance. Food served promptly.

Nice cute, clean place with good food. We went here as turkure was closed on a Saturday for momos…read more We ordered different kinds of momos. All were good. The spicy gobi Manchurian was good. They all had Nepalese flavors. Service is good and they were attentive to us. The onion naan and samosas were also great. Nice place and will visit next time we are in tge area.

This place has been on the top of my list to try for a while and I was finally in the area, so I…read moredecided to make the 20 min walk to Ssaanjh. The restaurant offers a beautiful ambiance and you're warmly greeted by their wonderful team as you walk in. The menu boasts unique speciality dishes that you won't find in most places. The owner, Manju, curated a blend of flavors for me to try that paired perfectly together. This truly elevated my experience. I enjoyed every dish here. I had a difficult two days, but being here at Ssaanjh was healing. I embraced my time here and look forward to coming back with family, friends, or even myself. Thank you to the lovely team here, keep on rocking!

Saanjh presents itself as a fine dining Indian restaurant -- white tablecloths, elegant plating,…read moreand a chic, modern atmosphere -- and in that sense, they definitely deliver. The space is clean, stylish, and thoughtfully decorated, blending a chic Indian vibe with subtle Italian-inspired décor. It's a lovely setting, especially for date night or a more upscale dinner. That said, the food itself was... fine, but not standout. We spent about $60 on one appetizer, one shared entrée, and two pieces of naan, which feels a bit steep for what we got. I also left hungry. Highlights: The dahi puri was the star of the meal -- super refreshing, flavorful, and a perfect bite between richer dishes. The naan was well-seasoned, crisp on the outside, fluffy inside, and genuinely delicious. The butter chicken had a nice kick of spice but was otherwise surprisingly bland and lacked depth of flavor. If you've had a lot of Indian food (especially in the Cambridge area), this may fall a bit short. There are several nearby spots that offer more memorable flavors. If you're staying in or near Boston proper, Shanti in Dorchester and Sher-a-Punjab in Quincy are both stronger options. That said, Saanjh is very convenient for its location, which gives it an edge. Service: Service was quick, efficient, and genuinely warm. We had the pleasure of speaking with Saj (?) who was an absolute highlight of the experience. He was friendly, engaging, and went above and beyond -- even staying about 15 minutes past his break just to chat with us. He clearly cares about the guest experience and deserves serious recognition (and probably a raise!). Overall: Come here for the ambiance, service, and convenience. If exceptional Indian food is your top priority, there are better options nearby. Still, a pleasant experience overall, especially thanks to the great service.

I've heard a lot of great things about Shanti, so I had to check it out while in Dorchester! I was…read morehopeful, especially because my last trip to Bati (food stall in Hub Hall that's related to Shanti) was disappointing. I didn't have a reservation on a Friday night, but I called ahead and they said it wasn't too busy. There were only a few tables filled when I went, and the restaurant isn't very large in general. The interior is modern and classy, while the food is also not too expensive. I ordered the vegetable samosas and malai kofta. I was also given complimentary papadam with tamarind, mint chutney, and tomato dip. The tamarind absolutely blew me away - I wanted to try it with everything! The vegetable samosas were really fresh, large, and full/packed. There's only 2 in the order, but they're pretty filling. I also really liked the malai kofta, especially the sauce. I was quite happy with the recommendation.

Skews on the sweeter end; curries are not very fragrant…read more Tikka masala was pretty one note and tasted like sweet vodka sauce. Saag paneer was a strong contender. Pashwari naan was sweet, a bit thick and dry, but overall would repurchase. Mango lassis were too sweet Very cozy, calm, clean interior. Good for small groups 2-4. Street parking, no lot. We couldn't get like 3 things we initially ordered so it's sort of my fault for defaulting to the most basic order possible.