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    4.6 (643 reviews)
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    Half chicken Tandoori
    Meghana S.

    This was a quick stop while before we got checked in into our hotel. It's a cute little place, with a mixed decor, there are bunch of license plates and flowers and string lights setting up a cosy ambience. We quickly got seated and order a Half Tandoori chicken, chicken tikka masala and garlic parathas. The tandoori chicken was flavourful, the rice that accompanied it was yummy to say the least, everything on that plate felt like it belonged there including the salad. The chicken tikka masala was absolutely delicious and the garlic parathas served as the perfect accompaniment to carry the gravy and chicken. Really good place yummy food, if I'm in town definitely coming back to check out the other dishes.

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    Farah K.

    Papdi chat was perfect - ask to make it spicy Sweet chilli wings Special tandoori chicken Garlic naan - too crispy Lamb chops - it was okay but lacked salt Rasmalai was good but it only comes in 2 small pieces Kheer was not my fav Overall all the items were good; it just lacked a bit of salt Anuska was amazing and very patient! Her service was on point. Loved the decor! Will be returning to try other items from the menu

    Papdi Chaat
    Krista M.

    I've always loved Paratha Wala, but it had been awhile since I've been and they've had a glow up since my last visit. The vibe feels a bit more upscale and the menu has expanded, but the food and service are still wonderful. They now have a bunch of cocktails and mocktails. I opted for the classic lemonade with ginger and mint. It was lovely, refreshing and balanced. We started off with the Papdi Chaat which was an excellent version. It hits all the notes, crispy, creamy, tangy, spicy...so good. The Karahi Keema Paratha is Paratha bread stuffed with ground lamb and spices and it was excellent. So savory and flavorful. Butter Chicken is a wonderful version. Creamy with a hint of spice and tender, juicy chicken. Dal Tadka are yellow lentils with spices and packed with flavor. Just delicious. Paratha Wala was the perfect spot for some delicious comforting food on a cold night.

    Kale Fritters and Vegetable Samosas
    Najwa G.

    I had to bump my four star review to five stars because Paratha Wala really is that good. I went a couple of years ago so it was nice visiting and seeing that the food is still affordable/no skimping on portion sizes. My favorite appetizer is the kale fritters & they were tasty albeit they could be a bit less salty. I also had the keema naan which was tasty & had more than enough keema inside. What stood out to me was actually their drinks which were strong & actually quite unique. Lastly, the staff is great & the decor inside is so cute. I'll be coming back for sure :).

    Paapdi Chat (4/5)
    Henry A.

    Start off by saying this place lives up to the hype! Cute, dark, table lamp lit seating adorns this small restaurant. There aren't that many tables overall. Maybe 12 total. Came here after a flight into the city. Just came in from JFK with a massive checked bag. They were kind enough to let the bag in and we placed it right by the table. Waitress greeted us relatively fast and asked if there was a water preference between still and sparkling. Tap was perfectly fine with me. Now what happens next is the only reason that I'm not giving it 5 stars. Took the restaurant 10 minutes to come back and take our order. Apparently their POS system went down so the servers were taking orders by hand. After flagging down multiple servers not a single one came to take our orders. I was starting to get hungry so it wasn't a good look... The bartender came out and apologized and grabbed our order afterwards. Food came out relatively quickly. The paapdi chat was delicious! Crunchy small bits of paapdi with plenty of channa, tamarind, mint, and potatoes in a heaping serving for two. I loved it but my partner said she was disappointed the paapdi's weren't the large pieces of fried chip she was used to instead. Weird but ok. Next the lamb bowl came out. It was great as well. Soft pieces of curried lamb over rice, salad, potatoes, and channa. It was a large portion and I struggled to finish it without help. There was mint chutney drizzled over the bowl which felt cheap. It should have been left on the side as needed. Also too many potatoes and not enough rice. I'm indian man, give me my rice. The star of the show was the Stuffed Keema Paratha. It was crunchy, ghee filled, meat heavy, and didn't need any sauces to go along with it except raita. It was filling enough to be a meal of it's own! Definitely the star of the night and both of our favorite dishes. We wanted to try drinks, chai, and dessert but the travel took it out of us. We will be back!

    Samosa Chaat
    Fathea A.

    My family and I stumbled upon this place when we were looking for food in the area. We walked in hoping there would be a table for us since we forgot to make a reservation. The staff kindly took us in and sat us down. I forgot her name, but she was super nice and patient. We ordered samosa chaat, chicken tikka bowl, lamb roll, paratha beef burgers, butter chicken pasta, mango lassi, and chai. All the food was great, and the homemade sauces were a good touch to the food. Everything was well seasoned and flavorful. At the end of our dinner, the staff gave us free dessert on the house, which was yummy. We also met the owner of the restaurant, and he was friendly and kind. The overall restaurant service, staff, and interior decoration were wonderful! I would definitely recommend coming here with family or friends if you're in the neighborhood!

    Butter Chicken Roll
    Ming L.

    I want to continue to express my love for this restaurant after today's meal. We tried some new dishes today and loved them as well! We had the butter chicken roll, coconut shrimp curry, and beef curry. All very flavorful and spiced well. They presented three bottles of homemade hot sauce with the roll, which were phenomenal! The lightest spicy mayo I added to every bite, and the hotter mayo was more complex in flavor but spicier. The green serrano sauce was actually not too spicy but a bit herby. The service was very professional and they proactively met our needs throughout the meal. We noticed the more upscale updated decor and also the arcade game in the corner, which I'm looking forward to playing again next time. It has a long list of various classic arcade games to choose from, and we chose a King of Fighter game. Great addition to the space for engagement!

    Ken W.

    The grilled chicken item was an off menu special and took a while but was worth the wait; green basmati was fragrant and had a tinge of herb. The lamb kadai was tender and not that overtly spicy. The garlic paratha was crisp, not too oily. Dahi bada was sweet and a little tangy from the tamarind, with a surprising kick.

    Samosa chaat
    Peter L.

    Came here with a few friends for iftar dinner. It was quite the cultural experience and a great place to come break your fast. Interior was beautifully decorated as you can see in the photos. It was little dimly lit when we first walked in, however, once the sun set, they're lighting really made the ambience something to vie for. The food came out quickly once the sun set. Everything was absolutely amazing. Samosa chaat was seasoned well and you can taste all the spices and flavors from the cucumber mint chutney to their tamarind spice. The chili wings were tender, juicy and seasoned well. Weren't over fried as other places tend to do. The apps themselves almost filled me up because I get going back for more. I got the lamb bowl as an entree. It had a nice kick to it with their curry and I have a relatively high spice tolerance so reader beware if you want to try. Lamb was cooked perfect. I couldn't think of anything I didn't like. Would come here again! Give this place a try!

    Magdelyn G.

    The food was fresh and absolutely delicious. Me and my husband both had the chicken tikka bowl. I also had the mango lassi and it was amazing. It wasn't overly sweet which is great because it was the perfect balance. We both loved it and will def come here again. They def have us hooked. The decor is cute and modern. The restaurant is not too big but it's great for small groups. It's located on Metropolitan avenue in Forest hills, there is tons of street parking usually so parking shouldn't be an issue.

    Game area
    Patricia P.

    Super cute lunch stop over the weekend. The menu has a lot of options, but I un creatively chose the name sake. Our server, Hyat was attentive we appreciated her care. There was so rush after we finished our meal we had some tea and chatted. I enjoyed the ambiance. All tables were full when we were there so it was pretty energetic. I did also notice they have a little games section which was thoughtful. My only comment would be to ask how sauced you want your food. Some dishes were overwhelmed with sauce or chutneys. The food was good and spoke for itself beyond the garnishes. Perhaps sauce on the side would have been the way to go in the future. Indian eats with a modern flair.

    Chicken curry
    Janet R.

    Best Bengali authentic food ever!!!! Keema paratha and lamb ghost curry is my favorite

    Colette H.

    I was looking for an Indian place in the area for dinner. I found this place. I'm so glad I came here. I ordered the chai tea, samosas, garlic paratha, saag paneer and butter chicken. We also had the gulab jamun. Everything was incredibly delicious and flavorful. Our server, Amani, was very attentive and friendly as well. I'll definitely come back here again. I've been to many Indian restaurants; this was by far my favorite one, with fresh and yummy food. I can't wait to stop back here.

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    Amazing service by Naren. Food is solid. Didn't have to wait too long. Would recommend if you like Bengali food.

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    I've only had it once, but the parrot is a cooked perfectly and a great accompaniment to any curries.

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    Great food and service. Definitely will return for my yummy food. Dawa was our server she was great.

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    Thank you for your review! We look forward to serving you again.

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    Are there vegetarian options?

    Yes, and it's delicious!

    Any beef items?

    Nope

    Is their outdoor seating heated? Do they have coverings for rain/ snow? Thanks!

    The outdoor seating was open, without any heaters, the last time we went.

    Are they halal?

    Yes, they serve halal food.

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