Polash

Every culture in the world has its own take on the perfect hangover remedy. Russians swear by…read morepickle brine. Germans swear by pickled herring. Yet, for some, the undiscovered remedy is Indian food. Not just any Indian food, but the kind that will make one swear off every last bit of water retained in the body while the brain forgets the hangover in attempts to fight over the insanity of the spice level ordered. Here comes Mughalai for the job. Lunch specials are excellent, offering a few courses to savor the flavors of this small establishment. Some of the best lamb vindaloo out there is found right here. Truly spectacular flavor alongside the intense spice. Wonderful samosas. Mulligatawny soup that does not disappoint. Mughlai is a casual spot that hits every parameter while delivering the kind of flavors that are hard to find outside of India.

My girlfriend and I dined at the UWS location last night. We arrived at 9:00 PM and were never…read moreinformed that the restaurant would be closing at 9:45 PM. Had we known, we would have chosen to dine elsewhere. Unfortunately, the service that followed was extremely disappointing. We felt rushed throughout the entire meal. The lights were turned on and off while we were dining, creating an uncomfortable atmosphere and making it clear that the staff wanted us out as quickly as possible. I barely had time to enjoy my dinner before feeling pressured to finish. To make matters worse, as we were preparing to leave, I went to use the restroom and was told by the manager that it was closed. Considering that I had just spent over $100 on dinner, I found that response both surprising and unacceptable. I work in the food and beverage industry, so I understand the challenges of restaurant operations and always try to be respectful and understanding. I was polite throughout the evening, yet I felt like I was treated as an inconvenience rather than a paying guest. To be fair, the food itself was excellent. However, great food cannot make up for poor hospitality. Based on my experience, I would not recommend dining at this location. The behavior of the staff was unacceptable and fell far below the standard of service I would expect from a professional restaurant.

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Aloo Gobhi Matar

Mamar Bari Indian Cuisine

5.0(9 reviews)

1.8 mi•Melrose

Took a chance and ordered on Grubhub, Chicken Tikka Biryani, (as listed on Grubhub). BEST biryani…read moreI've ever had! That's saying something. So much flavor! Chicken was so good, cut perfectly, not dry at all but not sticky either 10/10! Vegetable samosas are so good, the dough was made perfectly. The 2 sauces on the side are just as great with it. Food was so good I ordered again, Goat curry with rice. This wasn't my favorite, it wasn't bad but not my favorite. I happened to walk by this place, I almost missed it! It's a little nook within a building with other businesses inside. The guy working the front also cooked the food, fresh too! I'll always wait for fresh food, very nice man, very nice place. I will be back.

My new go‑to spot. I "discovered" it walking home from the gym, the smell from the street literally…read morepulled me in. Since then, I've been here twice in two days, lol. Hands down the best Lamb Biryani I've ever had. The chicken samosas and Achaari are amazing too. The staff were very friendly.

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Mumbai Masala

4.3(320 reviews)

1.9 mi•Harlem

Wouldn't go anywhere else, amazing good, such good portion sizing. Thanks for being my go to eat in…read moreand takeout spot

It's okay. The food was not bad, but nothing really stood out. Not my favorite Indian spot, but…read moreoverall an okay experience.

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Indian Summer Harlem

We love the food here and went in person back in the fall…read more When we sat down, seating was where you wanted to sit, they have two larger tables with bench seating and the. Some folding tables and chairs on their patio (outdoor seating) and also tables inside. The restroom was quaint and clean! Perfecto! Our dine-in experience felt different than our take away experience. We had larger portions in person than take away (in my opinion) and it was easier to distinguish the dishes in person. All in all, both experiences were great - giving a 4 due to the website saying pickup in 30-40 minutes, but it was ready in like 10 minutes. This caused confusion for both the restaurant and me as I ordered accordingly.

I called ahead to ask which curry had food color, and they confidently recommended the Paneer…read moreMakhani. Big mistake. When it arrived, it looked nothing like the real thing -- just Google what Paneer Makhani is supposed to look like. Most Indian restaurants in the U.S. (especially in the South, not NY) throw in a bit of color to make dishes look "Indian," but this one went all out. The dish had maybe five tiny pieces of paneer -- all bright pink, thanks to the food dye -- and that pretty much killed my mood and appetite. It tasted like pasta sauce mixed with sugar and a dash of regret. Honestly, you've probably got all the ingredients at home already, and since there's barely any paneer, you won't miss much by skipping this place. Save your money -- and your taste buds

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4.5(39 reviews)

1.0 mi•Harlem

Service was excellent and the food hit the spot. The music and feel of the restaurant were inviting.read more

Excellent place , delicious food , the staff is very warm and amicable. The restaurant is clean and…read morebeautiful, totally recommend it.

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The Drunken Munkey - UES

4.3(1.5k reviews)

Delicious food and drinks. Loved the ambience as well, there was fun decor. We didn't have a reso…read moreand just walked in for two on a Tues evening. It quickly got packed - including outdoor seating. The naan topped biriyani was delicious - don't think I've ever had it served like that - very unique! The pork vindaloo was also delicious - the tomato sauce was very flavorful. Just a little spicy to make it interesting. Would definitely return again to try other things on the menu. Also such a wonderful vibe just to have drinks as well.

I love the vibe at The Drunken Munkey UES...the warm lighting and cozy atmosphere make it such a…read moregreat spot, and the music is always good. It wasn't very crowded on this particular night, so I was seated and taken care of pretty quickly. The butter chicken tikka masala was so rich, creamy, and delicious! The chicken was incredibly tender, and the sauce was packed with flavor. The garlic naan was also excellent fresh, warm, and flavorful. It was perfect for soaking up every bit of that sauce. Great food, great atmosphere, and an overall enjoyable experience!

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Clove

4.2(373 reviews)

1.6 mi•Harlem

This it's a great place to eat and spend time with Your Company and the Staff it's very kind and…read morehelpful. Will recommend for people to come and enjoy the great food and atmosphere

The food here is consistently great. The meat samosas are absolutely delicious--crispy on the…read moreoutside with a perfectly spiced, flavorful filling that makes them a must-order every time. The rest of the dishes are equally outstanding, full of rich flavors and generous portions that never disappoint. What really sets this place apart is the owner. He's always on site, extremely pleasant, and genuinely welcoming. He takes the time to chat with customers and offers thoughtful advice on what to order, which has helped me discover some new favorites. It's that personal touch that turns a good meal into a memorable experience. Whether you're stopping in for takeout or dining in, you'll leave happy and well-fed. Definitely a hidden gem worth visiting (or returning to)!

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From their delicious lunch buffet $9.95 11:00am-3:00pm M-F

Delhi Masala

4.0(206 reviews)

0.8 mi•Harlem

I've ordered take out here plenty of times and it's consistently good!…read more Last night I was particularly hungry and placed my order thinking my food was gonna be here in a hour according to grub hub/Yelp and it was here in 20 minutes! I really like their chicken tikka masala (spicy) and the servings are really big for the price you pay. I don't write many reviews and only left this review b/c of the customer service, I made a mistake and ordered twice cause I didn't order a coke on my first order and the app didn't notify me that it had canceled the first, anyways I called they answered on the first ring and canceled my first order and threw in an extra can of coke for free! Really nice people and highly recommend this place for the good food, great customer service, and fantastic delivery time!

I haven't been there in a long time, so I don't know about the ambiance anymore. I have my food…read moredelivered now. The food is good and filling - if you get the "combo" between 4 PM and 9 PM. I can always tell when a new cook is in the kitchen, though. Sadly, "the heat" (the spiciness) is not as strong. The last time I ordered Chicken Shahi Korma, I had to add my own chopped pepper. The chicken samosas aren't as good anymore either. The dough seems different, thicker maybe. They need to put somebody old school back in the kitchen!

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Kesari Indian Cuisine

4.4(28 reviews)

1.6 mi•Manhattan Valley

For years, I searched for a good Indian restaurant in my neighborhood. My best friend is Punjabi…read moreand he lives in England so I am accustomed to eating quality Indian food. Finally, I found Kesari and I knew my search was over. I love the food here, especially the butter chicken. Run don't walk to Kesari and enjoy great authentic Indian food.

My colleagues and I had a phenomenal meal here two weeks ago while in town for a conference. As…read moresomeone of Indian descent who has also lived there, I can vouch for the authenticity of the food. This is mostly an Indian restaurant with some Nepali dishes (and a Nepali staff too); thapaiko khana ekdam raamro chha! The 1-10 heat scale is legit and an 8/10 caused a pale friend of mine to "lose sensation on the back of my tongue." So those lighter-complected folks: tread carefully. We loved the pani puri, paneer tikka, and lamb momos as appetizers. Each of us tried something different but everyone loved their food: channa masala, chicken biriyani, vegetable vindaloo, and lamb curry.

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Kristen S.

259

132

7 years ago

Decent Indian food but it's clear that this feels out of place. The decor is old-school standard Indian restaurant in a suburb with red tablecloths and such. It's never very busy as well. The whole vibe feels as though a subpar restaurant trying to boost itself and doesn't succeed. I'd go here if I have an Indian food craving and if I wanted something quick, but not for much else. read more

Drew S.

147

14 years ago

Food was bland at best. Nothing special. I literally saw workers carrying buckets of raw chicken through the dinning room to the kitchen- where would any establishment even consider doing this! The service was slow and below my standards. With so many really good Indian restaurants in NYC, you could definitely find something better than this place. read more

Tiana B.

9 years ago

Their lunch buffet consist is good, cheap, has different kind of authentic indian dishes but their dinner menu is a bit pricey. I ordered a fish curry dish, serving size was ok but it was priced 14 bucks, while the buffet only cost 9 bucks. The taste is good it was just a bit pricey. So head over for lunch buffet instead of going for dinner. read more

Tim B.

9 years ago

Good indian food. The dishes were authentic tasting. Price is also reasonable. The inside is nice and clean, staff are pleasant. They also have a lunch buffet at 9 bucks, it's a really good deal. read more

Kendra C.

17 years ago

We LOVE LOVE LOVE Polash. The food is delicious and the owners are so nice. We go in occasionally and order for delivery more often. I highly recommend this restaurant!! read more

Rachel S.

8 years ago

Great for group orders! Would order this as take out for my office of 10+ people regularly. Food was always hot and delicious.

Matt C.

220

3 years ago

This is a quiet restaurant with plenty of space. The food is absolutely divine and the service is incredible.

Hamid S.

14 years ago

The curries are fresh, tasty, and cheap.The friendly service is a bonus- the sweet owner at the register.

Krystal B.

325

7 years ago

Amazing simple as that! First time there was last weekend.... love it! Will definitely be back!

Jay H.

12 years ago

Polash is good indian cuisine in Herlem, the lunch Buffet is good deal, food is excellent.

Katherine G.

144

8 years ago

Absolutely great in every aspect. I loved every bit of it. If you haven't done so, go!!

Angel T.

12 years ago

Their food is awesome. I have not been disappointed by anything I have tried here.

Aziza H.

102

11 years ago

Good for a last minute take out idea and they delivered at the last minute!

Emy J.

11 years ago

Food is ok but Need some flover. I'll order agin to tri different dishes.

G S.

143

12 years ago

Delicious. Delicious. Delicious. Great service. Absolutely loved it.

Karen K.

11 years ago

The best Indian food on the east side of Harlem.

Chris C.

15 years ago

Good Indian food where there are none around

Jeanna S.

Elite 19

125

264

14 years ago

cheap indian buffet. need i say more?

Dani S.

17 years ago

What a find! Very good food here.

Lynn L.

Elite 21

113

207

108

10 years ago

Great neighborhood Indian place!

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The samosas were flavorful. My daughters, who are picky eaters, devoured them....even though I got…read moreit for myself :-( if we are back in the area, we'd certainly go again. Wish the portions were larger but they weren't tiny either. Moderate for the area.

Big portions and the prices are so great!! I got the chicken dosa and chicken biryani. The dosa was…read morecrispy and light. The sauces were so fun to dip in and elevated the chicken inside the dosa. The chicken biryani was so tender and flavorful. Rice was perfectly cooked. I loved the white yogurt sauce that it came with, I dipped my chicken in that!!

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I had a really great lunch here. I ordered a mango lassi, a chicken kathi roll, and tikka masala…read more It was a ton of food, and everything tasted fantastic. I basically put away a family-sized portion on an empty stomach. The service was excellent. The waitress gave me solid recommendations for my first time, and she even suggested the Gulab Jamun cheesecake. It was fantastic -- super moist and festive. This place seems to do mostly takeout, but I highly recommend sitting down if you're wandering by. My food came out in about 10 minutes, so it's pretty fast, and they cook it right in front of you.

Took the chicken tikka masala to the park and had wonderful conversation w some friends! A great…read moretogo indian spot (my friends are adamant it's the best for the price in EV) Need to try the other dishes and the naan was something else! Cheers!

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I cannot recommend eating here. First, the almond slices sprinkled on the lamb korma were rancid…read more Yuk. They are incapable of recommending or making mild food, despite us making it very clear that our children would not eat spicy food. Both the butter chicken and the Chana saag were spicy, even for me. The butter chicken was not "buttery" at all. The lamb korma was not flavorful at all either. The breads - naan and roti - were fine, though not like we're used to. And all I can say about the mango lassi is that it wasn't like any mango I've ever eaten. You have to know your menu; you have to know what is and isn't spicy, and if you're charging these prices you should be able to help customers choose wisely. I can understand that maybe this particular type of Indian isn't right for us, but that doesn't excuse these issues.

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Ordered on 4 occasions. Food was not good…read more Portions are large but the quality and taste of the food isn't great. I will not be eating here again. It's very popular for the older crowd who can't taste anything.

Walking around 2nd Avenue wanting to pick up something to eat, I stopped by and decided to…read moreorder. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted. The establishment is neat and clean, and the table setting is nice. I sat by the bar and ordered to go the chicken samosas (2 crispy triangle pastry filled w/ minced lamb seasoned potatoes and green peas). The food tasted good if I was around the area again. I will definitely order.

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