The Indian food from here is actually insane. It is so flavorful and delicious even when you order…read more"mild" for spice level. I've never eaten here in person but have ordered delivery and take out multiple times and feel that the portion sizes are well worth the cost. My recommendations absolutely include the Saffron Special Biriyani which was incredibly flavorful and had SO MUCH different proteins in it and the Lamb Shank Masala. I'm used to many places only giving the lamp shank and nothing else but Raj Saffron House gives lamb shank with multiple pieces of lamb as well. It was incredibly delicious and tender. The chicken saag and the lamb karahi are also tasty! Best Indian food in cuse!

Had very good food the last 2 times we ate Set was very good…read more Today ordered a takeout and was shocked at the vegetable pakora Lost my cool Was drenched in rancid smelling oil and the inside of the pakora was raw 3 pakora for $8.50 Called the place and the owner Raj was very apologetic Told to ask the cook if he knew what he was making Felt sick eating a piece of it

This was our first visit. Everything was great! We enjoyed everything that we ordered. Big menu…read morewith some good items we don't see everywhere. If you like things spicy, maybe order up a level. We ordered most things mild and one thing medium, should have ordered up a spice level. Everyone working there was very nice. Will definitely be back.

Spent all week out of town and the last thing I wanted to do was cook last night when I got back…read more So, I ordered multiple items for pick up. Food was ready as promised and when I got home and laid out the spread it was delicious as expected. My family and I dug in with gusto and throughly enjoyed it all. Zero complaints.....

Dakshin is legit! I've enjoyed Indian restaurants in most big cities in the US, and Dakshin could…read morego head to head with any of them. They have a large menu with popular items that Americans can expect, and more traditional authentic Indian cuisine. I really enjoyed the Chettinad chicken, which was nice and spicy (but not overpowering) with a complex, warm flavor profile. The vegan samosas and plain naan were perfect accompaniments, and the basmati rice was perfectly prepared. Service was friendly and fast, and the space is really cool, with stone walls and a spiral staircase. The restaurant is relatively new to Syracuse, and I wish them a long and successful run. I'll definitely be back!

Another takeout thursday 5/21/26…read more Biryani was spicy which I love. The korma was good. The paratha and white rice were ok. Overall portions were good, price was fair, and everything tasted good.

If you live near Syracuse University or work in the area near Upstate University Hospital, the VA…read moreor Crouse Hospital then you must be familiar with the Royal Indian Grill on 147 Marshall Street. Most notably, they serve a lunch buffet during the week that costs less than $13 and is bar none the best value for your money. I often partake in the take-out buffet during the weekdays and can't deny that its the best option for when I am really hungry and want a satisfying meal. The staff are associated with other well known Indian restaurants in the area (The Clay Oven and the Dosa Grill to name a couple) as denoted by their various polo shirts with the named establishments screen printed on the chest. On various days, I have experienced questionable attitudes from the wait staff but, most of time, I don't dine-in so my experience in this regard is not very reliable. But, be forewarned that some previous reviews have criticized the customer service of the staff and called it into question on more than a few occasions. The buffet has a wide variety of options available and they try to mix up the entrees beyond the usual Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Curry and Tandoori Chicken. On Fridays, they sometimes serve Fish Masala which is a personal favorite of mine. There are also a wide variety of vegetarian and vegan options as well beyond the salad bar. In fact, if you ever consider converting to a vegetarian diet, Indian cuisine is the way to go. The variety of options consisting of chick peas, cabbage, cauliflower, potatoes, eggplant, okra, lentils and cheese are so expertly prepared with herbs and spices that make any traditional Indian dishes absolutely delicious. If you are new to Indian cuisine you can feel confident in the knowledge that the spice levels are very mild (unless you specifically request a certain level of spiciness). Overall, its a great and affordable experience for any foodie who enjoys fragrant cuisine highlighted by herbs and spices that aren't overbearing. The buffet is all-you-can-eat and the to-go option is very filling. This is my go-to option for anytime I am famished and just want something delicious that always leaves me satisfied. You owe it to yourself to try this out. And the price point will never disappoint. What have you got to lose?

I decided to give this spot a try and ordered through a delivery service. (Truth be told, I dread…read morefinding parking on Marshall Street, even if it is easier in the summer than when the college is in session.) I ordered the paneer 65 and mutter mushroom. When my order came, it only had the paneer. The receipt on the bag had only the paneer on it, so I'm assuming it was on the restaurant's end. I can understand if they were out of that item, but they made no attempt to contact me and let me know and ask if I wanted to substitute something else. I later called the delivery service and they refunded me, no hassle, but still, this was a major bummer. By the time my food came, I was headed into a meeting and it was too late to order something else-- plus, I wasn't about to pay double delivery fees. I was really looking forward to this meal so it was a bummer that it wasn't what I was expecting, and there seemed to be no attempt at contact. The paneer was ok, but the flavor was a bit on the sour side and I wouldn't call it the best Indian food I've ever had. I'd be willing to give this spot a second try eventually but I'm not running back here after a bit of a letdown.

My daughters and I popped in prior to seeing a movie Saturday night and we loved it. It's got such…read morea cool vibe! We sat ourselves and were greeted by a server immediately. We split the wings -- so crispy and delicious! We also got burgers and tots. Everything was prepared perfectly and the TOTS!!! So crispy and had a unique spice in them -- LOVED. This was our first time and we will definitely be back to support this locally owned restaurant/bar.

Beer recommendation: too many to list (That is a very good…read morething) A mix of very positive experiences muddled by the occasional menu item that shouldn't even bother be offered, this is a much appreciated redo of the World of Beer. A menu full of takes on classic American fare run through a different flavor profile, and it maintains the large and excellent beer selection of this spaces previous tenant. Take their menu, full of fusion into dishes like their garbage plate and flatbreads that feel unique in this area and still fit the expectation of the originals. Then there is the occasional misfire, like the vindaloo cheesesteak that looks like some premade microwaved slices on a bad roll. This has been pretty good, but if you find something like the cheesesteak, try something else. That's the weird part, for a place with excellent service, an amazing selection of beers, and an experience which places it well above other Destiny locations like Bullfinch and other generic options in the new expansion (it should always be a bad sign for a site when Cheesecake Factory is in the short list of better options to eat at like Karma and the wildly overrated Bullfinch); it needs to have a solid menu top to bottom, don't make us find out what things are crap. It's tough enough to handle the noise in there even when it isn't busy. Overall, really good spot, but a few changes to remove the dead matter will make this the only option in Destiny worth anything. ANYTHING. Do not settle, if you want food and/or beer at Destiny, this is the place

Best Indian food in the Syracuse area. Been there many times, and have not been disappointed with…read moretheir food. If you're not sure what exactly you want, the staff is helpful to pick which items suit your cravings and at what spice level. Only criticism would be the look of the dining area, though I've only done takeout. And expect 45-60 minute wait when placing a take out order.

Alright sooo, this place is likely the worst Indian food that I've ever had (and also poor…read moreservice). This was my last dinner in Syracuse before left the next morning (work trip) and was I disappointed... Off the bat, it took 5+ minutes for someone to come seat me, even though the "restaurant" was empty, save for one table. I got seated in the corner, which I don't mind, but it definitely felt weird considering all the other, more comfortable seating choices available. After what seemed like forever, I was able to order the Chicken Biryani, pretty standard Indian fare, and mango lassi. After another considerable wait, I received my "biryani" and lassi. Starting off with the positives: the lassi tasted like a lassi. The negatives: the biryani felt like it was made earlier and put in the microwave...gross. The rice on top was warm and the inside were cold. The chicken was rubbery and inedible. I attempted to eat the rice, which strongly tasted of cumin and pepper and nothing else, but could not keep going. Needless to say, I didn't need a box. Overall, food 0/5, service 1.5/5, ambiance 2/5. If you want any kind of decent tasting food, look elsewhere!

Hands down, the most authentic Indian cuisine in the SYR region!…read moreFor a food truck, with an adjoining warehouse as their in-house dining, this place makes up for their sus location with some of the best dosas, idlis and vadas miles away from southern India. The chutney is ground from freshly ground coconuts, while the rasam has just the right texture and taste! I believe they're only open on Saturdays and we stopped in at 5pm when they opened. First ones in, but within 10mins the place was packed. You know the place has awesome food when it was crazy busy on a rainy night.

From the owner: Bringing Authentic South Indian Vegetarian Cuisine to Upstate NY! We are a small, family-run,…read morecatering and food truck business serving vegetarian and vegan food!

Excellent spot!!! The food was excellent and full of flavor. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Bowl, and…read moreI will definitely be back for another. I also ordered an Indian Chai, and loved it too! The staff was friendly and helpful with their suggestions. Great new spot in Salt City Market!

Good work lunch option if you're in the area. I had the veggie thali which comes with rice, naan, a…read moresmall desert and two veggie options for $9.99. I had the paneer tikka and chana masala. Paneer and desert (gulab jamum) were very good, chana was just OK, naan and rice could have cooked for a couple more minutes. Pakoda came with tamarind and green chutneys, had good taste but a bit too oily. The oil was probably not hot enough before they were dropped in. I'm willing to give it another try based on the positives.

I drove off the highway because the business hours on the door, Yelp, and Google all said the place…read morewas open. When I arrived around 4 PM, it was completely closed--no one inside. I tried calling, but the phone went straight to voicemail. The voicemail box was full as well. This ended up being a waste of gas and time. If the business is closed, the hours online and on the door should be updated so people don't make unnecessary trips

From the owner: test of nepal we have dumplings special every day .read more

Got there and were told it was a 30-40 minute wait. After exactly 30 minutes our table was ready…read more The place is not too dimly lit -it's just perfect for a romantic dinner. Our waitress was okay. Now the dinner. We ordered the beet salad which is one of our favorites. It did not disappoint -note that it's seasonal though. For the entrees, we got the chicken parmigiana pasta and the shrimp bolognese pasta. I was debating between that and the shrimp fra diavolo but the latter was out so my choice was decided XD . Our meal, overall, was delicious! For those interested, they have a special three course menu until the 14th of March, 2026, and it is 25$ per person.

Ordered the Apizza pizza, meatball appetizer and broccoli pizza. Don't get the pizza with broccoli…read moreit was bitter. The apizza was very good 7/10 one bite everybody knows the rules. The meatballs were ok. They seemed a little burnt and had hard crust on it. Don't get it can't say I didn't warn you.