I popped in for a quick weekday lunch while I was working in the neighborhood It's an intimate little eatery with a few tables to sit at in friendly service, but also a great takeaway lunch spot They've got a lunch special, which is a modest sized container of a meat, vegetable and daal, along with rice and naan, for 18 bucks plus tax and it is a stellar deal for a balanced meal of the favorites I got the chicken tikka masala and saag, paneer from my combo and both were very good with rich flavor. Overall more than enough food for a filling lunch - I couldn't even finish the whole meal This will be a go to lunch spot when I'm in the neighborhood read more

Such a tiny, cute spot, but the food at Patiala Indian Grill on 34th St & 9th Ave was absolutely delicious. Every single dish had its own distinct flavor! the curries were rich and flavorful without being overly spicy unless requested. Even the spicy dishes were perfectly balanced and hit the spot without overpowering the taste. We ordered the butter naan (so good), mango lassis, chicken vindaloo, chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, and lamb curry. Every dish was wonderful and packed with flavor. The appetizers were also amazing...we had vegetable samosas and some chicken fried strips (don't remember the exact name, but definitely recommend them). The service was great, portions were very generous, and everything was super filling!! we couldn't even finish all the food. Definitely a place I'd come back to again if I'm craving quality Indian food in NYC. read more

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I came in just wanting a mango lassi and some vegetable samosa. The service was quick and friendly. The mango lassi was delicious and the flavor was great (not just a mango smoothie like some places try to pass off). Will definitely be back to try more of their food as it smelled amazing inside. The vibes are also very aesthetic and was pretty full for a Tuesday evening. read more

Patiala Indian Grill - Inside - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Came Sunday afternoon ~4pm and was seated immediately. The interior is gorgeous and spacious. We ordered the samosa chaat and pani puri to start. The pani puri came in an interesting set up and was a little too salty for me, but the samosa chaat was delicious. For our mains we ordered the lamb biryani, patiala chicken curry, garlic naan, and a chicken tandoori dish. The biryani was a standout dish- it was incredible and had the perfect amount of spice, and the lamb was so tender too. read more

Patiala Indian Grill - Samosa chaat and pani puri - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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This place was amazing. We stopped in on a weekend night to grab a later dinner, and we were all so impressed with our food. The place is tiny, but we luckily didn't have a wait. Once we placed our order, it came out pretty quickly - which was great, because we were super hungry. We all really enjoyed our dishes, though I would say that mine could've used a bit more spice (and spice level wasn't offered). The naan was amazing - no feedback there! I definitely would recommend this place to anybody. read more

Patiala Indian Grill - Paneer Lababdar - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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Tried this place out. It was okay. Really deserve 3.5. Ordered samosa chaat for appetizer, it was okay felt like it was only one samosa smashed up so value was not there. Than I had buttered chicken was also okay, didn't really taste like butter chicken sauce and also the chicken was kinda of sweet which was so weird to me. It's okay to give it a try, just didn't love it. Service was good and staff were nice. read more

Small & quaint Indian restaurant. Stumbled upon this little gem and it was absolutely delicious. We ordered the butter chicken, samosas, Lamb Sheesh kebab, lamb vindaloo, which was very spicy by the way! I loved it!! Ordered the biryani rice & garlic/butter naan. They came out piping hot - so fresh and so good. All the flavors were there - savory with all the spices packed with that heat. Yum! Definitely would come back! Mohammed our waiter was so nice and gave us some great recommendations. read more

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Absolutely love Patiala Grill! We've been relying on them for takeout for a while now, and they never disappoint. Our go-to order is always the garlic naan with malai kofta - it's creamy sweet and savory spicy garlicky perfection! The chicken 65 is also a must-have, and the shahi Tukra dessert is the icing on this desi take out cake. Their chaat is also good although they don't do get a little soggy for take out. Personally, I'm also not a fan of their kebabs as much though my friends seem to enjoy them. The easy convenience of ordering through either Uber Eats and DoorDash is a bonus, and their delivery is always on time. The packaging is also top-notch - food arrives hot and well-protected. Sometimes they have a candy added to the bag as a little thank you - that I find very cute! :) If you're craving authentic desi flavors, around Times Square, look no further than Patiala Grill. We'll definitely be back for more! read more

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*only 4/5 in context of their sister Patiala down the street being our favorite Indian restaurant ever (even after eating at Semma)* Accidentally ordered from this location for the first time and the food was heavenly-- a welcome reprieve from the mediocre Indian food we suffered through in Miami. I know the menu is the same but the spices just weren't as well incorporated like they are in dishes at the other location, and the cauliflower wasn't as crispy in either appetizer portion. Aside from that, we loved the paneer butter masala, garlic naan, and all of the side dishes/sauces. The Patiala Kheer (rice pudding) was very creamy, the rice was perfect. I added some cinnamon on top which upped the flavor to a new leeeevel. read more

Patiala Indian Grill - Lemon Rice - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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Very welcoming and friendly when we first walked in. We were curious what drink the table behind ordered, our waiter told us what it was and explained the purpose of the dry ice. The dishes were a good portion to share if you ordered a few to get a tasting of som of your favorites or dishes you wouldn't normally make at home. Warm atmosphere with a beautiful chandelier in the middle of the restaurant and liked the elephant statues as you entered. Will be back to try some of the other cocktails and dishes. read more

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Definitely come by here when the weather is terrible. I popped in for lunch this past Thursday, which boasted atrocious humidity and intermittent rain storms. As a result, there were a few tables available, which I imagine is not often the case. This place is SMALL. I've been to my fair share of NYC restaurants so I always know going in that the square acreage is going to be pretty limited but this really might have the tiniest dining space I've encountered to date. One of my colleagues recommended I try the butter chicken, and it was the right call. I have Indian food fairly regularly, but it's the "safe" stuff - it's almost always Chicken Tikka Masala and/or some type of paneer. This was my first time trying (or even hearing of) butter chicken, and I think I'm officially converting to this chicken going forward. It's very similar to Tikka Masala, but not as tomato-ey and seemed creamier and overall more flavorful. The chicken was very tender and the pieces weren't insanely big where I ended up eating like a barbarian or awkwardly trying to split it up into multiple bites within the sauce. Really hit the spot. When in Rome/Delhi, you have to get some Naan. I just went with the plain variation (they offered several variations including garlic, which sounded intriguing) and primarily dipped it in the tomato/butter gravy. Can never go wrong with Naan, and I think it particularly hits on a crummy, gloomy day like this one was. The service was pretty decent. I was on a time crunch but was able to order very quickly - I'd say the food came out within 10 minutes or so, which certainly isn't bad for a legit entree. It did lag a bit toward the end, when I'd wrapped up and was looking for the check. That's another issue with the condensed space; if one or two customers need assistance, it's tough to make eye contact with anyone. In this instance, my primary server was occupied with other customers, and the other server (who assisted me as well intermittently) wasn't busy but also wasn't actively attentive/looking to assist. Not a huge deal, and overall it was still a positive. The one other issue I encountered (and interestingly, I heard this come up literally three other times while I was in there) was Patiala's decision not to allow sit-down customers to utilize the lunch menu. I'm really not understanding that one at all - people were told repeatedly that the lunch specials were only for take-out/delivery customers. I honestly can't think of a basis for this other than an in-person cash grab, but it was a little frustrating to spend $30 on a dish that was a lunch-size portion - you shouldn't be financially punished for giving a restaurant some additional business. That's something I'd definitely reconsider on their end; feels like an unforced error that's primarily just going to alienate potential customers. Bottom line though, the food was really good. I'd be concerned about the seating situation on a day with actual sunlight so I'm probably using these guys specifically for to-go situations, especially given the aforementioned lunch special kerfuffle. read more

Patiala Indian Grill - Butter Chicken w/ Naan. - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Decent neighborhood Indian spot. Flavors and portions were fine but nothing special, the kulcha was probably the best part of the meal. read more

Patiala Indian Grill - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Great Indian food and conveniently located right next to Penn Station! Make sure you make a reservation as there is limited seating (though there is a second floor to the restaurant which I didn't realize at first). Started off with Lasoon gobi which was incredible, highly recommend. The chaat dahi puri was just okay but still flavorful. For the mains we split dal makhani (delicious and a must get), chicken saag, paneer kali mirch and malai kofta. The only entree I would not get next time was the malai kofta as it was more on the sweeter side than expected. Also, none of the entrees come with rice or naan so you have to order it separately. Overall solid spot and would come back! read more

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Food is delicious. Portions are decent. Staff are very attentive without being too on top of you. Have been there for a few lunches. My colleagues and I have had very good experiences and are happy to go back. Quiet enough for a lunch meeting but might want to keep any confidential/sensitive information to a minimum. Location is very convenient to Penn Station. Atmosphere is nice, nothing too fancy. Good value for the money, especially with the lunch specials. read more

This is a very small, cozy restaurant located about 10 minutes walk from NYC Penn Station. There are around 6-8 tables so most of the orders are takeout. We were able to get a table easily on a weekday night and service was decent but not the most attentive (inspire of having 3 servers standing at the counter for 10 or so people dining in). The food was presented well although it was quite expensive for smaller portions. I liked the copper jugs and glasses for water, that added a nice Indian touch. We ordered butter chicken as it was suggested by few other reviewwrs as well as yelp and it did not disappoint. The paneer kebabs were well marinated and tasty. Garlic naan was fresh and soft. Overall, a decent Indian restaurant find during our visit to NYC. read more

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We ordered the Lamb Madras, Vegetable Korma and Chicken Curry. All were delicious and flavorful except the chicken curry could have used less salt. The garlic naan was also excellent. The service was smooth and the ambiance was nice during lunch. They turned down the music as I requested because it drowned everyone's voice. I would definitely return. read more

This review is just for their take-out. The Chicken combo lunch platter came with chicken tikka masala, daal, mattar paneer, one regular naan, and a container of rice. It was a sizeable portion for $17 and all items were quite tasty! Great for a quick lunch read more

I've visited this restaurant several times over the years, though I took a break partly due to the steady rise in prices. On my recent visit, we were seated promptly at 5 p.m. The space is very typical of many New York restaurants--cozy and bustling--which means the tables are quite close together. While the intimacy can be appealing, it means you learn more than you need to know about your neighboring diners. We ordered both starters and main courses, and everything arrived at once. With such a small table, it was difficult to manage all the dishes, and although we asked if something could be held back, the solution was simply to remove one of our tapas plates to make room. The quick pacing made the meal feel rushed, and with the restaurant being crowded and loud, it was challenging to relax into conversation. On the positive side, several dishes stood out: the 65 chicken was excellent, the mulligatawny soup had good flavor (though slightly thin), and the onion bhaji had a nice balance of batter and onion. The pakora would likely have been delicious had it been served warm. While the food had some highlights, the overall ambience and pacing weren't the right fit for me. A comfortable atmosphere is important to my dining experience, and this visit didn't align. For now, I'll opt for other spots that offer a more relaxed setting. read more

During our visit to New York, we found this gem. It was packed, but we were seated as soon as table became available. Food was delicious and brought us the memories of Punjab read more

After reading loneliness of Sonny and Sonia we had to eat some Indian kebabs. And patiala delivered. One of the few places in the city that makes a proper gulati kebab. If you know you know. read more

Best Indian I've had. The sauces are wonderful, rich, great depth. Tender meats. We had a lamb dish, chicken dish, vegetable korma. We hurt ourselves, couldn't leave any behind. read more

One of my favorite Indian places in the city! Service is wonderful, the food is absolutely amazing but it is a small place so you may find difficulty getting a table (this location is walk in only I believe). The chili garlic naan was my favorite thing to have with butter paneer!!! read more

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Service was great and attentive. Food came out pretty fast but was hot and fresh. It's a pretty small place with about 8 tables so wouldn't recommend for a party size greater than 6 without calling first. Highly recommend the Patiala Mitch Tikka and the Lassis. read more

Wow - nice find near our hotel! They have a blurb in the front of the menu that state they a British inspired curry house. Their food takes me back to my many trips to England. The spices are thoughtful and intentional. The samosas were piping hot and the filling was delicately spiced. The chutneys were delicious. The goat curry was one of the best I've had. Right heat level and the flavor was complex. I ate the whole thing. My wife ordered Chicken curry and had the same experience. The place is small - even by NYC standards. No liquor license. But worth a stop if you are in the area! read more

It's tight in here! Very cozy some might say The servers were efficient and easy to find and talk to. They really know how to pack them in in order to seat everyone. The food though- that's what you really want to know. Samosas- the dough was a bit thick but it was yummy Samosas chat- the perfect amount of condiments and spices Chicken Tikka Masala and Lamb Korma- some of the best I've ever had Poori and Garlic Naan- both a bit oily but not off putting I'd come here again and again read more

My sister and I stopped here for a quick dinner before heading to the airport. The service was quick and the food was phenomenal. My sister ordered the chicken tikka masala and loved her dish. We also had naan and rice to share. I definitely recommend Patiala Indian Grill and hope to eat here the next time I'm in NYC. read more

Patiala Indian Grill - Grilled Chicken Tikka Masala - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

What a wonderful pre theater lunch at this tiny but truly outstanding Indian restaurant. Original dishes, bold flavors, attentive service and very reasonably priced. No reservations but not an issue on this Sunday afternoon. Non stop takeout going on so the neighborhood knows something good read more

Unbelievable Indian food. Seriously some of the best I've ever had. Chicken korma and butter chicken were amazing. Some of the crispiest naan I've ever had. Must visit this spot read more

Patiala Indian Grill - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

We were here around mid-December. It was cold and windy outside and we were starving!!! We just went in as it was the closest restaurant around. The place is quite small and it was crowded! We had to wait 45 mins just to be seated. We were a party of 9 and with the festive season, the extensive wait was understandable. Despite the busy atmosphere, the overall experience was enjoyable as we were with family and Christmas time around New York is just a happy place to be! The server who got us seated was from Nepal and he was so accommodating and helped us secure seating for 9 against all odds (hah)! He got our elderly parents hot water and was just very attentive. Now for the food, let's start from the bad: we had paneer lababdar which was the only dish that was below average as it was too sweet and had a strong smell of raw tomatoes! Second I would say the patiala chicken curry. It had clash of spices, a little too much if you ask me. The sauce was very textured as well of course because of the amount of spices added to it. It was not bad but I wouldn't order it next time or maybe tone it down a little bit. Now for the good: we had 3 Murgh Biryani (chicken biryani), lamb madras, saag paneer and loads of garlic naan. The crowd favorite was the saag (spinach) panner and mind you I don't even like paneer! The saag paneer was the best I ever had! Second fav was the garlic naan! It was freshly made and served hot! It was just buttery soft, so good! Next was lamb madras. It was quite spicy but unlike patiala chicken curry, this didn't feel overwhelming! The blend of spices were just perfect, the lamb was cooked very well and was properly marinated. This dish with naan was unmatched! Chicken biryani was quite good was well. It was cooked in dum. read more

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Lamb. Okra. Eggplant. Hyderabadi cuisine in the USA does not exist better than at Patiala.

Tucked away in the heart of Manhattan, Patiala Indian Grill delivered a fantastic dining experience. The chicken vindaloo was rich, spicy, and perfectly tender--just the right amount of heat to keep things exciting. Paired with their garlic naan, which was warm, fluffy, and loaded with flavor, it made for a memorable meal. The service was genuinely friendly, with staff who made us feel welcome without being overbearing. The cozy atmosphere added a comforting touch, making it a great spot for a relaxed lunch. Highly recommend for anyone craving bold Indian flavors in a warm, inviting setting. read more

The food was ok, my problem is that the spice isn't spicy at all and everything was oddly really sweet. We ordered the chicken and lamb vindaloo which were both listed as spicy but there really wasn't much spice in it at all. There is also an extreme lack of transparency on the menu as we ordered samosas but had no idea how many samosas were included as one order as we were ordering (the regular order was actually 2 pieces so we had to add 1 more, but we also didn't know how much that other one costed until the bill) and the garlic naan was cut into halves instead of quarters which made it hard to eat. Secondly, maybe we missed it but there was an automatic tip on the receipt that I don't think was listed anywhere on the menu and we also weren't informed about it. read more

I found the food to be good and the service attentive. Unfortunately, it's such a small restaurant that I got hit with a blast of cold winter air every time the door opened. read more

The food was great! Place is a bit small and cramped for room, but the food and the service makes up for it!

I came here with a small group for dinner. The interior was pretty tiny, so we were seated in the enclosed outdoor dining area. I shared the Garlic Naan with one of my friends and really enjoyed it. There was plenty of garlic and other herbs on top, and it was light, as well as slightly crispy. For my entree, I ordered the Fish Biryani. I have had plenty of Biryani before, but never with fish in it. This was quite tasty. The fish was cooked perfectly, tender, flaky, and well seasoned. The rice was fluffy with a ton of flavorful spices mixed in. The dish was on the spicy side, so the raita (yogurt based dip) was refreshing and helpful. I also got to try the basmati rice, which was really yummy and tasted slightly of coconut. Service was pretty good at first, but went downhill towards the end. The waiter had told my friend he would add the rice to her order without charge, but it was on the bill and he denies ever saying it was on the house, even though all of us heard him. After this incident, I would most likely not return. read more

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Excellent food and super cute place. My first time in NYC and it was new to have such a small restaurant but the staff is super attentive and very nice. read more

One of the best Indian restaurants I've been to! The place is small and can be a bit cramped inside. It is a little chaotic but the food is soooooo worth it. Prices are fair too. When we left the restaurant around 8, there was a huge line outside waiting to be seated! We shared the goat biryani, chicken korma, and the lamb saag. The goat biryani was AMAZING. It came inside a bread bowl and delicious yogurt sauce that helped with the spices. The goat meat was tender and fell off the bone. The lamb saag was yummy too and the pieces of lamb were good (no bones). The chicken korma was great to dip our garlic naan into. I wish the dishes came with basmati rice, but they don't so we ordered one on the side. Although the dishes look small, they're pretty packed and we had leftovers for lunch the next day. Can't wait to come back! read more

Patiala Indian Grill - Goat Briyani Chicken Murgh Kurma Lamb Saag Garlic Naan Basmati Rice - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

One meal goal on a recent visit to NYC was to have excellent Indian food. I did some research and found Patiala Indian Grill; we were blown away by how great everything was and had a memorable experience together. It's a small place that feels cozy, yet they can accommodate larger groups. We were seated inside by the window, which offered a view of their little outdoor seating area. I took a look at the menu and ordered a bunch of dishes, appetizers, and sides to share. Foods were cooked to perfection, with amazing flavors, spices, and presented in an array of colors. We had dietary restrictions at the table too, which wasn't a problem here as we stuck with mostly vegetarian dishes. Prices were reasonable for the quality and portion sizes: our table of five had more than enough food with three entrees and an appetizer. They have a restroom at the back right, which was clean. There were many happy customers - it was a popular place and we felt lucky to get in right away. Service was lovely, with friendly staff and constant attention. If you're a fan of Indian food, I highly recommend enjoying a meal here. The pictures speak louder than what I could write, but tasting is the best. read more

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There was a long wait on the Friday night my friend and I went so we decided to get takeout. We got Chicken Tikka Masala, Garlic naan, and Lamb Biryani. It was a burst of flavor and I enjoyed it so much! The texture of the garlic naan was perfect too, I love when it's soft and has the right amount of garlic. The service was okay, they didn't seem attentive. read more

Patiala Indian Grill - Chicken Tikka Masala Lamb Biryani - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

This should be a 5 star review. Unfortunately, I have to address the elephant in the room: Price gouging. This restaurant has two locations. One location takes reservations and one does not. Both have the same menu. We went to the one that did not allow reservations. We were seated right away. The seating is cramped but this is expected in Midtown Manhattan. There are many locations like this. The waiters are cordial and explained any questions you may have about the menu. We started with the Onion Bhajia and some samosas. The samosas were delicious and what we have come to expect at any good Indian restaurant. The Onion Bhajia was outstanding with a good blend of spices and crispiness that make them melt in your mouth. Next we ordered Aloo Gobi (cauliflower, potatoes & tomatoes sauce), Paneer Makhani (cheese & traditional tomato gravy), Malai Kofta (croquettes in creamy onion tomato gravy) and one other dish that was a bread stuffed with Chicken Biryani (sorry I forget the name). Aloo Gobi was very delicious, well seasoned and mild as per my request. Paneer Makhani was the same, very nicely seasoned. It was a little spicy, but not enough to ruin the dish. Malai Kofta was also very well done. Unfortunately, there were only THREE balls included. The stuffed Chicken Biryani I am told was very tasty as well, however, being a vegetarian, I didn't know. You would think we would all be satisfied right? No. All of the portions EXCEPT the stuffed Chicken Biryani were incredibly small. What is worse is that each one of these dishes were charged at over 100% of what they were previous to the pandemic. To add insult to injury, this location, the one that you can't make a reservation for, is charging less for the same items being sold at their location where you can make a reservation. The same food, the same recipe, yet a significant price difference at the other location. It is clear this is price gouging. It should not be allowed, but many people have chosen not to speak up about it. Well that ends here. How does a dish that previously cost 8,99-9.99, Now cost $19.95 and up? Yes some ingredients and costs have risen, but not like that. Mind you, the price I am quoting is the LOWER PRICE. The other location has the SAME DISH for 23.95. That is outrageous. Let's talk samosas. The same samosas being charged at 8.95 and 11.95 respectively, are sold for 2.00 - 3.00 a piece at a location on Long Island. Why this incredible markup? How do you explain only THREE KOFTA BALLS in Malai Kofta? At the price they are charging???? This happens to be a trend at many Indian restaurants presently. THAT is why this restaurant is 3 stars. Price gouging should not be allowed in New York and it is time for someone to step up to say it. read more

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