Shalimar, Woodbridge - Worth the Detour…read more Finding parking in Manhattan can feel nearly impossible--unless you're willing to pay what amounts to a full night's hotel rate just to stop for a short meal. On our way back to DC, we finally decided to stop somewhere more practical where parking wouldn't be a hassle. We ended up in Woodbridge and initially stopped at Shah's. Since my wife and I weren't in the mood for fast food, we asked the staff for a recommendation. Without hesitation, they pointed us to Shalimar, saying it was the best option in the area despite there being several Desi restaurants nearby. After a 10 min drive we arrived with fairly low expectations. The surrounding area felt a bit worn and unremarkable--but the moment we stepped inside, that impression completely changed. The restaurant was clean, modern, and felt recently renovated. Since we still had a long drive ahead, I asked for their specialty dishes. The initial interaction with the staff felt a bit rushed, as if they had somewhere else to be on a Friday night--but we managed to place our order. And then the food arrived. The sizzler was outstanding--perfectly seasoned, incredibly flavorful, and with a texture that really stood out. The chicken was juicy and tender, paired beautifully with buttery naan. The portion was massive--easily enough for four people, and even with our best effort, we still had leftovers. Asked for extra sauce to go but that came in as a no show. We also tried the Chapli kebab, which was equally impressive. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and packed with flavor. The combination of red onions and green chili on the side elevated the dish even further. Service was a bit mixed. The younger staff seemed quite busy and not especially attentive, but the manager noticed and stepped in, which improved the experience. Before leaving, we grabbed a mango lassi and a falooda to go--both excellent and perfect for the drive back. Overall, the food, portion sizes, ambiance, and pricing were all outstanding. Even if the service wasn't perfect that evening, the quality of the food alone makes this a place we would absolutely return to when in the area.

We heard so much about Shalimar and their food that we decided to try it out when we were in the…read morearea. We went to try their indo/chinese food as well as their indo-pak food; however, only after we sat down and started to order were we told there's no indo/chinese food as the chef didn't show up. That was the start of their lack of communication and poor service which continued throughout the night we ordered the chicken tandoori and a chicken handi plus samosa chaat. we also ordered tandoori naan, roghni naan, garlic naan and roti. the samosa chaat came out first along with complimentary papri. the samosa chaat was decent with good chole and samosa flavor and the papri tasted fresh. the tandoori chicken was average with some pieces being undercooked and others overcooked, but the flavor was decent. the worst dish was the karahi as it tasted as if the masala and the meat were cooked separately and then added in later. the karahi was not cheap so for that price expected better quality. the naan and roti were very good. overall, horrible customer service coupled with poor quality food and high prices. my suggestion is save your time, go to Houston and taste quality food!

My new favorite indian food place in the area. I only ordered here to go food so far and would love…read moreto try dining in or even trying their lunch buffet. Their biryani rice iis just perfectly seasoned and got the right spice.

Food - Below average. you could make slightly better food using packet sauces, and that is what…read morebothers me. For example, the chicken was just tough and another chicken dish was full of bones. The daal was watery and the pakaoras were cold. This is not acceptable. Service - non-existent. Other than bringing out bottled water that they charged us for, never saw the server again. We just kept piling up the plates on the table and that was that. Cleanliness - not good. The tables and the floor were grimy and the bathroom was horrendous, which says a lot since we were there at lunch. How bad could've it have gotten in the 30 to 45 minutes that they had been open? That tells you they do not clean. But what got to me was their dishonesty in pricing. The guy at the register charged me more and when I questioned him, he said that the prices had changed. I paid whatever he asked because I knew I was never going to go back and a few dollars did not matter, but when you have someone running a business in such an unethical manner, that is not a place you want to recommend or ever visit again.

This spot exceeds all alternatives. Employees showed notable customer care. Flavors stand out,…read moreservice flows well, and food quality remains top priority. The restaurant balances comfort with excellent maintenance. The neighborhood benefits from this spot.

This restaurant was a complete surprise when I found it. Tasty food. Their service team maintained…read moregood oversight. Their dishes didn't deserve special mention. The cuisine is tasty and the experience rewarding.

I know next to nothing about Bangladeshi food, but I do know the Dawat experience at Korai Kitchen…read moreis truly special. Amma and Nur-E are exceptional hosts and the food is outstanding. Come hungry as there are many, many courses. Everyone who works here is so kind. There was an issue opening the wine we brought and Nur-E went out of her way to pick us up a new bottle (same vineyard!) during our meal. Unreal! You will not only eat delicious food, but learn so much about Bangladeshi culture and cuisine. This is truly a labor of love and I cannot recommend highly enough!

Food, service and ambiance are all 5 stars! The food is courtesy of mom Nure. The service is…read morecourtesy of an exceptional staff. The ambiance is largely due to daughter Nure whose incredible passion and enthusiasm throughout the night in describing Bengali culture, history and food was incredible! Mom and daughter combine to create an unforgettable dining experience that for me is unmatched and never to be forgotten. They are such gracious hosts and make everyone feel like family. As delicious as the food is, be prepared to take a lot home. You enter Korai Kitchen hungry, curious and with great anticipation. You leave full, satisfied and part of the family! Sorry for the lack of pics. I just went in as soon as the dishes started arriving, eager to savor the meal rather than to record it. My advice: Just go! Its a culinary adventure!

Fast service and charming decor. The food was great. Overall fantastic dining experience at New…read moreMasala Grill Restaurant.

Food is slightly above average. Their Tikkas and Kababs are probably the best thing about them. The…read morePizza, though Halal, is below average. Would I go there again? yes. Will I love it?, not sure. ‍

Another year of Ramadan called for another dinner gather served by the food from Zakir's. I went…read morearound 2pm on Saturday to buy a bunch of their Ramadan special items. There was a huge variety of items, over 30 of them. They had the special like haleem, jilapi, fried items like beguni, peyaju, and kababs like jali and shikh. The sitting area was used for putting the items on display. The restaurant itself is showing signs of age. It doesn't look very clean. I bought two full platters of items, and three biryani trays. The staff was really patient with me, as I was shopping over 20 minutes. Got a small discount for paying by cash. Among the food I tried, the goat and chicken biryani were excellent. Loved the keema kabab and aloo chop. Fried items were not good at all. Chotpoti and haleem were also not up to the standard. But jilapi and misti doi were very tasty. We were sort of disappointed with such mix quality of the food.

My husband loves this place. The food is really authentic and great price. Most of the food is…read morespicy for me but flavor is good. They also have sweets and drinks. Nice guy working there. Not much interaction but he packs food for you. A few tables and seats inside. Most people do takeout.

Wowwww! I can't wait to have an excuse to be back here again! The food was phenomenal. We came here…read morethis past week for my dad's birthday - he was wanting good food, especially beef, cooked Desi home food style - this spot did not disappoint! Everything tasted extremely fresh, flavorful, spicy, and like your favorite family member made it. There was a wait of 15-30mins when we got here on Saturday night - it is popular - and the service is busy but friendly. Ambiance is tidy and neat, but not a glamorous spot - if you're eating in it's because you care about the food not about the pictures. We ordered beef Nehari, beef behari, goat achari, goat pulao, veg butt samosa, beef bhi kebabs. Everything was 10/10

Beautiful inside decor and ambiance , samosas, and mixed grill platter - definitely top notch…read more Only downfall was the looks we were getting eating here from other patrons

Comfort food made with love…read more All dishes ordered were a delight to eat. Flavors that were impactful, but not overwhelming. My top pick has to go to the chicken roast. The sauce was amazing, I ended up using it for everything else. The chicken lollipop and kebab were also so tender and addicting to eat. Staff are friendly and professional. Hospitality is very much felt here. Inside has a few tables that seat 2 each. Not very large inside. There are some restrooms for customers.

My family and I have been coming here since it first opened many years ago. Back then the…read moreBangladeshi food options weren't as prevalent as they are now. We always go for the chicken roast, kebabs, chicken samosas, biryanis, chicken lollipops and bhartas (veg mashed). Their chai is one of the best, perfectly paired with either a vegetable or chicken samosa or roll. They're a family run business. The dishes and menu boards, are clearly displayed. Yes I'm biased, as we've been their loyal customers since their early days, but legitimately they are one of the best in all of NYC for authentic Bangladeshi food.

Wow! Wow! Wow! I am in my 40's, love trying new food and somehow never experience Pakistani/Indian…read morecuisine. Visiting a friend I was taken in by the pictures and now was the time. Its a super cute family spot. We asked our waiter for recommendations and let me tell you, I give him 5 stars! We had the fried fish to start and shared the goat something or other, butter chicken, Roti and Naan. I can't tell you how many time my eyes rolled in pure enjoyment. I was so so sad when I got full because it was all soooooo good. The spices were so fresh and perfect. I could feel my pores opening but didnt feel like I was on fire. I ordered take out for my husband to try and so I can have more tomorrow because I know I'll be thinking of this meal non stop. I cant wait to return to try more amazing dishes!

We have been regular customers at Good Food by Uzma. In the beginning, the food quality and portion…read moresizes were excellent, and we truly enjoyed visiting on weekends. However, over our last three visits, we've noticed several concerns: The taste of the food has changed, and some dishes were not properly cooked. The karahi gosht is no longer prepared the way it used to be, and the portion size has also been reduced. The seating arrangement feels too cramped for the space, making it difficult to move around comfortably. When concerns are raised, the standard response is simply, "we will let them know," without any visible follow-up. We genuinely enjoy dining here and would like to continue visiting. However, the inconsistency in food quality, along with pricing and portion concerns, has been disappointing and is making us reconsider. I would greatly appreciate it if the owner could give attention to these issues, particularly ensuring consistency in food quality and taste.

I always make sure whenever we are near to Queens area, we make an extra effort to come here…read more.. this is not a fancy restaurant or some extraordinary dish but this is something you crave, your comfort food.. I have already written a details review in the past so it would be a short review we ordered Sorshe Illis - the - 5/5gravy was too good Kochur Loti Chingri - 5/5 Baigun and Alu bharta Kachki Fish - 4/5 Rice- quantity is more than enough for one. overall satisfied with the food... again won't comment on hygiene or ambiance but there are many food tours in Queens and folks do come here for their food.

Solid Bengali food spot. Been coming here for a few years. The food is very affordable and easy to…read moreeat. Ordered rohu (a type of carp), goat meat stew, fried eggplant, and malaikari for dessert. Rice, salad, and daal come on the house. Really filling and generous portions. Goat pieces were bone free and not too fatty. My favorite was the rohu, which was tasty but not overpowering the flavor of the fish. The goat curry was a bit heavy and not as flavorful. The eggplant was good but served cold - wish it was warmed. Rice, salad/fixins, and daal were hearty.