Perfect spice and consistency. I had it delivered and it arrived quickly and was warm. Yum!

I've been back. And back again. And again. This place gets better every time. Plus I just found out they deliver. I'm in Indian Food Heaven. read more

Ordered a vegetarian Biryani takeout. Amazing flavor, spice level was adjusted as per my preference and good quantity. Can't wait to try it again! read more

What struck me about Punjab Palace was the overall attention to detail: from the decor, to the service & most importantly the food. One of the highlights of the appetizer sampler was the tikka chicken & the samosas (and others) were not greasy, the rice came out perfectly steaming with aromatic intensity, the chicken tikka masala was spiced to personal specification & was generous in portion, the nan was a bit fluffier with less charred from the oven crispness (different/memorable- but I like the traditional nan) & there was enough food to heat up the next day for a second meal. The atmosphere is very relaxed, the interior is super clean & cute, and the Bollywood clips are infectious. read more

Delicious. Simply delicious. I love Indian food and had a horrible experience at Kashmir on Newbury. On the hunt for a quality meal, Yelp had led me to Punjab Palace. Thank god for Yelp and thank god for Punjab Palace. We ordered some staples like the Chicken Tikka Masala and Lamb Vindaloo with Garlic Naan. I love garlic so I didn't mind the overpowering taste, but my dining mate was not pleased. We ordered some Plain Naan for her- $3, the problem was solved and we were both back to enjoying our meal. The Tarka Dal (yellow lentil dish) was also great, but I always need meat with meals, which is why we used it as a side. I'd definitely recommend Punjab Palace. read more

With a craving for Indian Food, I wandered into Punjab Palace in Allston this evening. I walked out satiated, having experienced fine service and some new flavors. Punjab Palace is pretty conveniently located on the 57 bus on Brighton Avenue. The restaurant itself has a clean and modern decor, and it is set up rather comfortably. The restrooms are very clean, which is nice. And the service is good - not quite as attentive as at India Quality, but still great at refilling water and looking out for you. I strongly recommend trying the naan stuffed with lamb and spices. It's about $0.50 to $0.60 more than the plain naan, but it's completely worth it. I'd had garlic naan before, but never naan stuffed with a protein. It was rich and flavorful, with just the right amount of spices baked into the bread. I also recommend their lamb masala dish. I decided to mix it up a little and have lamb this evening. While you can go all-out with vindaloo, I decided to go with masala, and I asked for them to prepare it "hot". It was hot, but very flavorful and by no means overwhelming. It paired perfectly with the rice (among the best Indian restaurant rice that I have had) and the aforementioned lamb naan. Definitely stop into Punjab Palace if you're looking for Indian food in Allston. It's a step above Indian restaurants, and you'll enjoy the atmosphere and service. (Did I mention that their TV constantly plays Bollywood music videos? Not really my thing, but it's cool for the atmosphere.) read more

YESSSSS This might be a little over the top but I really dig this place. Indian food is my jam, if I had to eat one kind of food for the rest of my life it would be Indian. Having said that.. the mataar paneer is amazing and the naan is the perfect soft and crunch. Pretty much anything you order will be great and very authentic. I need this now! read more

got food from these guys back in april. was soooo delicious. everything was fresh and so savory. chicken tikka is excellent as well as the naan bread. i would order from them again. read more

I was really excited about ordering from Punjab Palace because I feel there is a shocking dearth of good Indian restaurants in the Boston area since Tamarind Bay closed down, and because it came highly recommended by a fellow Indian friend. Unfortunately, I was left sorely disappointed by the taste/flavours. All of our dishes were the EXACT same gravy! How does chana masala warrant the same spices and flavours as a malai kofta? The chicken was not marinated, but pieces are cut and put in, you guessed it, the same gravy as everything else! I don't know if it's the lack of the chef's imagination/knowledge of true Indian flavours but it baffles me how any "punjabi" does not know what a Punjabi dish is supposed to taste like! To be fair, the staff etc was really courteous and the order was timely. But this review is in light of my yearning for Indian restaurant food comparable to New York or San Francisco, let alone India! My husband and I have resigned to eating homemade Indian, which unfortunately remains above and beyond what is being served in restaurants in the area. I really wish Punjab Palace were the answer to my prayers! But can only justify the high overall rating on Yelp by the fact that people have not been exposed to good Indian food and will sadly walk away thinking this is it! read more

This is indian food in Boston. This is indian food for people who don't know what indian food is. Maybe I'm used to my little grandma in my hometown restaurant, but people, Pittsburgh Indian food aficionado does not think this is real. Yes, it was good, no, I did not think it was spicy (when I asked it to be) No, I did not think the COLOR of my food was appropriate (why are these curry's florescent?) At home, they all look brownish, darkish, dirtyish? It felt like they cooked my meal in 10 minutes, instead of simmering and letting the flavors meld, it was just kind of mediocre. I ate it, I didn't rave about it, and that saddens me for a 4.5 star average place. http://www.yelp.com/biz/taste-of-india-pittsburgh#query:Indian%20Food See above to purchase the best indian food in your life. It will cost you a mere $150 dollar flight from BOS-PGH. WHY? I don't know, I am still trying to figure this one out. Apparently there is a little man in Somerville who knows his shit.... read more

BHINDI MASALA! MUST HAVE! I have to disagree with the review I read that said that the take out is inconsistent. The food was ready to pick up right at the EXACT time they said it would be (which was perfect since we were on a time crunch) not only was the order compete but we were able to add a mango lassi at the last minute! The food was tasty and ready to go. what more can you ask for? read more

Inspired by Slumdog Millionaire's Oscar sweep, I'm finally reviewing my favorite Indian spot. My boyfriend and I come here almost every week and order the same thing. We start with a coconut soup, which tastes like a mounds bar minus the chocolate, it's ah-mazing. Then we get an order of garlic nan, chicken tikka masala, saag paneer, and rice of course. This is usually enough food for dinner plus we take turns taking the leftovers for lunch the next day. :) I'd really like to try something new on the menu, but I fear change. As other Yelpers have noted, the Bollywood music videos are great entertainment. The only downside is parking which is nearly impossible. We probably get a parking ticket every other month because of Punjab, but it's worth it. Also, with all the take-out, people are coming in and out of the restaurant and it makes it very cold inside. They should look into one of those curtains for the entryway. Plus it makes the place feel super fancy. Also - we went here on Valentine's Day and they gave every girl a rose on the way out. Thoughtful little extra. read more

I'm a fan of Punjab Palace for both dine-in and delivery meals. Overall the food is good, prices are reasonable and service is friendly. Naan: soft and fluffy. I'm a big fan of naan bread and even though their curries come with rice if I'm feeling hungry I'll order some. Garlic naan: This naan has a very different texture from their regular naan. It's a little more dense. Although the flavor is nice I prefer the plain naan. Vegetable Samosa: I'm a fan of samosas in general. The ones here are medium sized and the filling isn't dry and has plenty of flavor. I love it with their onion Chutney. I wish it came with mint chutney too! Tikka Masala: This is one of my "go to" Indian dishes and I almost always order it with chicken. It's pretty good here and the chicken isn't dry. The flavor is difficult to describe but if you're new to Indian food, this one is a safe bet. I have recently tried this one with shrimp and really enjoyed it. Chicken vindaloo: I have ordered this "hot" a few times and really like it. It's VERY spicy, but that's what appeals to me. Sometimes the heat takes away from subtle flavors but you can't have it all I suppose. Channa masala: I got turned onto Chana masala (chickpea curry) from Trader Joes. They have an awesome one in their frozen food section. It's made creamier here but the flavors are great. It's a heavier dish but I recommend trying it. Palak Paneer/ Saag: I can't remember how this one is listed here but it's a spinach curry with cheese cubes. I ordered this "hot" a few times but I think I prefer it medium. I'm a fan. I ordered a lentil dish once and only once since I wasn't impressed. It was a little bland for my taste but I can't remember what it was called. Note: you can order the curries mild, medium or hot. Be warned that when they say "hot," they mean it! Overall, I'd recommend Punjab Palace for dinner or delivery. I once ordered about 10 curries for a large group too and everything went smoothly. And they're on Foodler! read more

"Pun-jab" is what I almost did to the two punks in a beat up Honda Civic that tried to take my parking spot on Brighton Ave while I was about to back in! The aroma entering the door started the saliva glands to start shooting. The restaurant is clean, neat with Bollywood movies playing on a flat screened tv.....pretty cool. I went for lunch and it took me forever to make up my mind as the menu is extensive and it all looks so good. I ordered the Lamb coconut Korma which is boneless pieces of very tender lamb cooked with coconut milk, onion, tomatoes and herbs in a mild spicy sauce. It was excellent and filling. The prices are very reasonable for the quality served. The only downer.............the parking sucks out loud! read more

I get lamb korma in most Indian joints I go to. This was exquisite. Tender, tender lamb and a delicate blend of spices. Perfect. Good service. Bollywood tunes. A great little spot I will definitely visit again. read more

Punjab Palace is the tittiest place in town. I came here with my loving wife, Marsha, and three kids: Freddy Green, Sue Green, and Robert E. Lee Green. My wife ordered the chicken saag and it was cooked to perfection. The sauce not only soaked into the meat, but was also a delightful vessel to move naan and rice into my mouth. The service was nice, not too disruptive, and I could really enjoy the time with my family. My wife was wearing the striped sweater I had bought for her two years earlier, for our anniversary. The only reason she was wearing the sweater, in my opinion, is because I had asked her about why she didn't wear it the day before, and she got really quiet and left the room. read more

I am so excited that I get to eat at this place ALL THE TIME. I'm going to do this review in the form of a list. Excellent things about Punjab Palace: 1. Food - awesome. Fresh, spicy, delicious. Good sized menu; not too big, not too small. 2. Vegan friendly - Allix T and I had plenty of options 3. Customer service - I can't say enough about the staff. They are dressed impeccably, they are courteous and respectful, they refill your water constantly, they bag up your leftovers for you, and they know exactly what is vegan and not vegan. 4. Appearance - The restaurant is clean, spacious, and has a great big screen TV with hilarious Indian movies that is not too distracting, but can be enjoyed anywhere in the restaurant 5. Price - The lunch specials were really well priced. In fact, everything seemed to be well priced. No complaints from this cheap bastard. My experience was simply blissful. Expect me back, Punjab Palace.... read more

Yes yelp, yes. You have yet again not led me astray. Fellow yelper Steve W. and his beautiful wife Rida picked Punjab for our monthly dining club thanks to the great yelp reviews. And guess what?!?!? It was even better than I could have imagined!! Delicious, spicy, hot, fresh and awesome. Started with some samosas and the combo app platter. Everything was tasty and the right texture. Garlic nan that was perfectly garlicy and had a little parsley flair. The lamb vindaloo was amazing (my first time trying it, but had to get it due to the comments on it and I am thinking that I may have started out with the Cadillac of vindaloos and it is all downhill anywhere else but here). The service was excellent, my water was continuously full, they were extremely polite, answered questions, let us linger and it was only $20 with a more than stuffed stomach and at least another meal leftover. I only wish it were closer to my house!!! Almost forgot! Bollywood was an awesome backdrop for the evening and hard to not captivate you. Check out the commercials, they are as intriguing as the actual show. read more

Another gem in the heart of Allston! Ordered the Mixed Platter appetizer to start, which was the perfect assortment of food for two people to share. For our main we ordered the Chicken Manchurian, the Keema Saag and Garlic Naan as a side. The entrees also came with a heaping plate of rice. I was not disappointed with any of it, but WOW was the Keema Saag ever good!! And for an average of $12-$14 per entree, the portion sizes are quite generous! Although the restaurant was fairly busy, our server was quite attentive and the food came quickly. I also noticed that they deliver, which I'll definitely have to take advantage of next time! read more

Our experience here was fantastic--extremely attentive waitstaff, awesome bollywood entertainment, and superb food! I'm a nitpick when it comes to southeast and south asian cuisine and this was delicious even to my standards. I ordered the lamb saag lunch special, which came with papadam, cucumber salad, basmati rice, and cabbage as sides. The lamb was extremely tender and not gamey at all. The saag was nicely seasoned with a delicate balance of flavors. Overall, great food, experience, and reasonable prices. This place just might be one of my new staples! read more

Wow. Thank you, Yelp. I am SO glad I found this place tonight. It definetely stands out among all the sub-par Indian food in the Boston/Allston area. For about $26 I have an entree (chicken tikka masala, my favorite), an appetizer sample platter (non-vegetarian, fyi), and onion pratha, a thick chewy slice of whole wheat bread with onions. Enough to last me for three meals, provided I stuff my self silly. So I may not know authenticity but I've had enough Chicken Tikka Masala to know good from bad. This was goooood... The mild spice level had plenty of flavor and kick. It was slightly creamy but moreso heavy on bold tomato flavor. Amazing. Finally something that doesn't taste like a school cafeteria's interpretation. The appetizers were surprisingly good, they lost their crunchiness because it was delivery but a few minutes in the stove took care of that. The vegetable pakora seriously made my knees wobble it was that good. The only (barely) low point was the bread tasting a little more bland than I was expecting. I'm not sure how onion pratha is supposed to taste, but I enjoyed it anyway. AND to top it off, the delivery guy walked the food up to my door, was polite, friendly, and wished me a good night. Love this place. read more

With an hour to eat in cold, dank Boston, Punjab Palace was the best decision ever. Right off the Green line, the welcoming spot brought out our food quickly and most importantly-- it was all AMAZING. sure, chieken tikka masala isn't the most authentic thing, but as long as it's AMAZING tasting, I don't mind. The chai is nice too. OOH and the little chopped onions mixed with the sweet brown sauce is super tasty. Mix it in with your entre. I may or may not have used the entire little bowl... read more

Punjab Palace was a really fun place to visit for a recent family outing. My sister and I are both January babies, so we tend to have our birthdays combined. We made a reservation for the two of us, our parents, grandmother and our boyfriends. It's small, so we literally took up about a fourth of the restaurant, but I liked how cozy it was. We ordered several dishes to go around. I really enjoyed the chicken tikka masala and the lamb vindaloo. The vegetarian platter appetizer was also quite good. I was also pleased to see coconut ice cream on the menu for dessert - one of my favorites! When they say their dishes are spicy, believe them. The waitstaff was so friendly and helped us pick out a good variety of dishes. They knew exactly how much food we should order for our party, everyone was satisfied and we didn't have too much left over. I will definitely be back, the location is so convenient and this is as authentic as you can get when it comes to Indian food in the Allston/Brighton area. read more

I just ordered delivery from here and am extremely disappointed. I was excited for it based on all the great reviews. First off, delivery with Yelp 24 took an hour and 20 minutes. It aligned with the estimated time of delivery. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala as it is one of my favorite dishes and got great review; however the chicken was dry. I also ordered the Goat Curry. It was fine, but I've had a lot better. The garlic naan was also not good. I also ordered the Mango Lassi, a little sour. I would not ordered from this restaurant again. read more

I don't pretend to know a heck of a lot about Indian food, I'm way more of a cheeseburger and beer guy, but I need to get out of my comfort zone a bit. So I hit the Punjab Palace. First of all, Allston Village doesn't get the credit it deserves for being an enclave of small ethnic eateries, it's viewed as a place for wannabe hipsters and drunken college idiots, which is a shame. People should maybe reevaluate a bit. But I digress. I went on a Wednesday night, the place was not busy at all, as this is the summer lull for everyplace in Allston. While I try to be brave in eating new things, I'm not a fan of lamb and I wasn't brave enough to try the goat, so I went with the chicken tikki masala. I ordered it medium spicy, which can be dangerous in an Indian place, as their "medium" might not be what I call medium, but it worked for me. Hot, spicy, but not overwhelmingly so. It was very good, chicken was cooked perfectly, sauce was tasty and very flavorful. it came with a side of rice, which was well prepared and had a nice flavor to it, and tempered some of the spiciness of the sauce. My veggie friend was impressed with the menu selection, she picked the spinach and liked it very much. We also ordered the onion nan, which was fresh out of the oven and quite Delicious. You could go there and just get the nan and an appetizer and go home fed, as the portions are pretty generous. The appetizers looked very good, actually, although I'm glad I didn't order one, as the dinner portions were so large that I had to ask for the doggie bag. I always think it's a bit unmanly to ask for the doggie bag, but there it is. I didn't have a drink there, but they do serve beer and wine. The decor is very nice, spotlessly clean, and sort of modern, but with a few Indian touches, including the music videos which were, oddly, playing on a TV in the corner. The place was maybe half full while I was there, but service was fast and very friendly, waiters were very happy to answer questions about the menu. Overall, a good place, I would go back there in a second. So go check out Allston Village. Do it now, before the students come back. read more

Their food is great. The restaurant is great. However... When I call in to get delivery it would be nice if I got someone that could speak english. I spent 8 minutes on the phone to order saag paneer and chicken korma. Come on. read more

My delivery order was better than I couldve hoped for. I'm visiting Boston for a conference and was trying to decide between sushi and indian food for delivery to my hotel. Eventually, I waited so long that only hot food would do. After perusing the pictures from all options, I decided on Punjab palace. Even though I'm travelling alone, I got the vegetable masala and the aloo gobi (don't judge!). I always get aloo gobi as a backup at a new restaurant because how bad can potatoes and cauliflower ever be? I was in luck because both entrees were delicious! The vegetable masala had the same broth as chicken tikka masala, only it came with carrots, beans, cauliflower, peppers, etc. So much nicer than having to get heavy paneer for a vegetarian masala experience!!! There were golden raisins and cashews in the broth as well, which reminds me more of nav rattan korma, but the sweetness melded beautifully with the carrots, so I don't mind. The aloo gobi was special! It's never bad, but their cauliflower had a smoky grilled taste and lots of turmeric that made for a bright, grilled finish to a sometimes lackluster dish. I ordered delivery through YELP EAT 24 and the order came early, the driver heeded my special request to call, and he was awesome! The only thing that might make me knock this review to 4.5 is that they didn't give me any cutlery or plates. I'm glad no one sees my makeshift "plate" right now. Still, will order again and again when work brings me to Boston...in February...sigh. read more

Best Indian restaurant by far in the area. My family and I have been going to Punjab Palace for years now and have not been disappointed. The food is delicious! Favorite dishes are the chicken tikka masala and lamb masala. We love that each dish on the menu can be made either mild, medium, or spicy. The service is exceptional! Your water glass is never empty. Highly recommended. Thank you Punjab Palace for many great dining experiences over the years :) read more

The food is amazing. Definitely the best Indian food I have had in Boston. They are my go-to Indian delivery place, and I'm giving them four stars instead of five only because delivery can sometimes take more than an hour (and I live less than 1 mile away). However, it's always steaming hot when it arrives. Watch out, though -- their idea of "spicy" is not for the faint of heart! read more

I gotta say - as a brown person I'm very disappointed. Second, maybe it's because I'm from New York and we just have large areas of similar food with competitive prices so personally, this place is way too over priced. Third, just don't. I'm sorry - I tried hard to like this place. The chicken tikka was decent, gotta give that to them. Could've been better IMO. But I ordered the 'special mixed grill' which is tandoori chicken and lamb and truly could not eat it. I would like to think that I have an iron stomach but this lamb was so rank (fresh smelling and NOT in a good way) that I took one bite and threw the rest of it away. Additionally, you pay more for extra rita the chutney needed some more spice, and the nan was sub-par. read more

Punjab Palace is hands down our favorite Indian restaurant in the Boston metro area. I have never ordered a dish here that I disliked, and the staff and management are great. The saag paneer, makailofts, shahi paneer, vindaloo are all great, and the onion chutney is to die for. If you find yourself in the Allston area, please stop by to have some lunch! We have moved away, but will be back for sure. read more

Sorry I had to take off a star. But they took the Vegetarian Thali for one person off the menu, so now not a place for one person. Still have the $36 thali for two. But a good place & great food for more than one person, only. What was best about the $18 thali, other than the superb flavors, was that you got multiple small dishes with one order. Now they exclusively have single larger dishes that only work with multiple people ordering. For a great meal with lots of variety, I now go to any of the (very excellent) nearby Korean restaurants. read more

Delicious and cheep. They were also pleasant making package and short waiting time.

Mmmmmm. I love Indian food and Punjab Palace was some of the best Indian I have ever had. I often get the Chicken Tikka Masala as my benchmark and Punjab's Palace version was top-notch. The sauce was perfect and they give pretty generous quantities. We sampled some appetizers and most of those were pretty good too. The naan was fresh and fluffy! The prices are great and much cheaper than some other Indian places that aren't even as yummy. The service was really friendly too even though we were a large party and dawdled. I'll have to come back or do take out again soon . . . read more

It's one of my first few times eating Indian food and I'm glad Yelp steered me to Punjab Palace. Subsequently, I came here twice a matter of a few weeks because the food is so good. Chicken Tikki: meh, the chicken was a bit dry, but tasted OK. It was one of the two appetizers that had meat. Probably wouldn't order it again. Chicken Tikki Masala: I wished I hadn't fallen for the hype, I thought it tasted fine, but not the type of curry that I was expecting. It was average in my opinion. Chicken Coconut Forma: tasted great, chicken was tender and the curry was very flavorful and spicy, just like how we liked it. Lamb Saag: excellent dish, the curry was out of this world. We also had the Garlic Naan and Paneer Naan. The Paneer Naan definitely tasted better. I'll probably try the other Naans next time. It comes out piping hot. Dip it in curry and it's heaven! The waitstaff is extremely attentive, our glasses of water were never even near empty. The only downside is the parking situation can be tricky at times. read more

I've dined here a few times and got take out once - but never again. I'd give the food 4 stars, but never get delivery. First off, they have a delivery charge that is neither listed on the website nor told to me over the phone. The food arrived at a decent time and upon signing the receipt, I noticed that there was a delivery charge. I was pretty upset about this so I didn't tip the driver. I also am a true believer that if there is a delivery charge then a huge tip isn't necessary - I mean, what exactly is the restaurant charging that for? To-go boxes that I would have gotten if I dined in the restaurant? So I hand the receipt back to the driver and he has the nerve to ask me for tip. Seriously?? You're going to ask me for tip? So I begrudgingly hand over a more than generous tip given his attitude. Not only that, but once I peered into my bag hoping for a delicious meal to calm the rage over the delivery charge, I notice that I'm missing not one, but BOTH of my Chai Teas. I immediately call the restaurant letting them know of my missing orders. The guy is extremely rude and tells me that the driver is now too far away to return - I'm sorry, what?? It had been maybe 2 minutes since the driver left and I realized what was missing. The guy on the phone tells me that the Chai Teas will be free the next time I order. He hangs up without taking any of my information. It's safe to say that I got charged an unknown delivery fee and unwillingly tipped a rude driver for an incomplete order and an empty promise. I'll need some time to decide whether or not I'll return here, but my advice for now is to never get delivery. If you do, know that there is a delivery fee and make sure you have your full order before the driver leaves. read more

Ordered for delivery so not sure if it doesn't travel well but the Malai Kofta and Saag Paneer weren't amazing. The naan was more like a flat bread than usual naan. Have to yelp the good and the bad I guess... read more

i should certainly mention that food of punjab (a place in india) doesnt represent all flavors of india. SO, for people looking for indian food, this is just one sub genre of indian food. Pro: They have great veg curries and breads. Con: But everything else is much below average taste. And they use they same curry flavors repeated over different meats, which i think is a short cut to make it look like a large menu but you got a single set of flavors with meat selection. read more

NAAAAAAAN !! one of the best naan breads I've had, EVER. come here for naan!! came here for lunch the other day, the lunch deals are excellent, and definitely filling, but, NAAAAAAN bread made such an impression. YUMMMM read more

Believe me, I WANT to like Punjab Palace. I want to find a really awesome Indian place in Boston, preferably within a couple miles of my apartment...Unfortunately, this is definitely not it. I ordered the shrimp curry and the onion bhaji. The shrimp was overcooked, the rice dry, and the sauce a sort of mildly-flavored gravy; the ginger that was supposedly in it gave off a faint smell but no real flavor. I think it's a definite case of old, stale spices that have long passed their peak -- and with Indian cooking, that kind of ruins everything. The onion bhaji was really spicy but the flavors (combined with two sauces) didn't complement each other that well. I got it delivered, and the bhaji was definitely getting that fried-food-gone-soggy thing that makes it impossible to reheat. Again, I wish this place lived up the other reviews. But for me, it just didn't. The search for a good Indian place in Boston continues. read more