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.

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.

Great food and quick delivery service, love the chicken malai, and the mullagatany soup! Great…read morebreads also

I am a regular at Polash. I'd initially started patronizing this restaurant due to it being within…read morewalking distance from my place, but I am happy to say, I am pleased every time I visit. My go to is the chicken korma and poori. The service is excellent and I appreciate when staff happily welcomes a regular. That is what keeps me visiting. I've been to a few eateries in NYC, where I've visited multiple times and FOH doesn't recognize me as a regular. This ticks me off. I stop visiting, stop recommending. Polash is a cozy friendly spot with good food and service.

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.

We came in a Friday night, it wasn't packed & it was cool enough to sit outside…read more The waitress is very sweet & soft spoken, she offers water & took our order when we were ready! The food came out in a timely fashion & she was able to check on us in the middle of our service. We ordered the ginger mint lemonade & Hugo spritz, both were really good! Ginger mint lemonade 10/10 !!! For food we had Garlic chili & cheese naan 10/10! Chicken vindaloo & lamb tikka masala was also a 10/10! Everything was perfectly spicy where it isn't unbearable to eat, perfection. We had enough for left overs & will probably enjoy tomorrow too!

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.

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.

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!

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)!

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!

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.