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    Base Crave

    4.7 (131 reviews)
    ModerateDesserts, Noodles, Indian
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Cider and ale
    Maggie L.

    This was a great no frills dining spot. We went on a Thursday evening and it was very empty -- but a lot of take out activity. We got the chicken spice meal with medium spice and the veggie momo. Very delicious! Definitely want to try a meat momo next time and would get the chicken dish again. It hit the spot!

    Eggplant basil paneer curry
    Alyanna T.

    My partner and I got vegetable momos, eggplant basil paneer curry, wild boar mushroom stir-fry chili, and garlic butter naan - TASTE: 5/5 - so flavorful across the board. The vegetable momos were well seasoned, the paneer was satisfying w a slightly spicy tomato-based curry sauce (wish there was more eggplant though), and the wild boar was tasty. Would come back to try more TEXTURE: 4/5 - the steamed momos were tender, and we enjoyed the crunch of the naan; great contrast to soak up the sauces of both entrees PRICE: 4/5 - total came out to $70, higher than we expected SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - came hungry, devoured everything, and left satisfied SERVICE: 4/5 - we walked in at 12:30pm on a Saturday and were seated immediately. Our waiter asked how spicy we'd like our dishes, on a level of 1-10, and our food started coming out 10min later ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - a warm, inviting space inside. So glad we had the opportunity to eat Nepali food! PARKING: 4/5 - parked right on Huron Ave at a free street spot

    Lamb and Mushroom curry, and lentil soup
    Zan K.

    This is my second time dining in at Base Crave, and I was just as excited to return as the first! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the service is both friendly and prompt. The portions are generous, the flavors are bold, and the spices are perfectly balanced -- every bite is a treat. I had the Tekari Lamb again, and it did not disappoint. Fresh, clean, and absolutely scrumptious. Base Crave, Cambridge Ma, continues to impress!

    Garlic Garlic Butter Naan
    Rebecca G.

    We had a nice meal at this cozy little restaraunt. The naan was delicious and momo unique tasting. The tikka was a little sweeter (tasted less tomato based and somewhat curry liked) than I am used to and seemed to be expensive for the portion $22. Overall we were satisfied and enjoyed the vibes!

    Gundruk Soup and Garden Salad
    Leena S.

    Phenomenal Food! It's nice to have restaurants that offer cuisine unlike the norm and Base Crave, a Nepalese establishment, does just that. We were looking for a restaurant that would not be crowded and on the quiet side to celebrate my father's birthday. My brother in law came up with Base Crave and it turned out to be a great idea and a wonderful evening. Even my nephew and niece (ages 10 and 12) would agree - and its sometimes hard to satisfy kids. For appetizers, we ordered a couple of Mo Mo platters, Gundruk Soup, Garden Salad. For mains we ordered the Chicken & Mushroom Curry, Chicken Mushroom Stir Fry, Grilled Basil Shrimp, and the Chicken Tikka Masala along with orders of garlic and plain naan. Everything we ordered was delicious! It's hard to pick a favorite, but I really enjoyed the Grilled Basil Shrimp and the Chicken Tikka Masala (which tasted slightly different than North Indian Chicken Tikka). Overall, a delicious meal.

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    So pleased with our delivery order. Every single item was delicious. Haven't had takeout this good in a long time. Will be back!

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    2 months ago

    Great food and service. Consistently good. Like Indian but more subtle. Pleasing presentation as well.

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    2 months ago

    Great service and excellent food. Well worth a trip! We had the wild boar momos, the shrimp stir fry and noodles, fresh, clean flavors

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    Good service, delicious curry. Menu has well labeled vegan options. Spice level really sneaks up on you.

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    Good oils. Great food. We love it here whenever we are in town. A lot of plant based options and meat for the carnivores.

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    Great food, great service. The atmosphere is calm and it feels very welcoming. The mango lassi was top notch!

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    The Maharaja

    (703 reviews)

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    Harvard Square

    Came here in a Saturday evening at 6 with a dinner reservation for 4. We had booked it a few hours…read moreearlier, so it may have been unnecessary. That being said, the place was packed after 7 so consider what time you're coming when trying to walk in without a reservation. The entrance is up the stairs and as soon as you walk through the door, you're greeted with a great view of Winthrop Park and the surrounding area. We were promptly seated and the lively wait staff came and took our drink order shortly thereafter. We started with the complimentary papadum and chutneys and our appetizer order of hara bhara kebab which was a nice vegetarian fritter. For our entrees, we got the baingan bhartan, chicken tikka masala (dairy free one), yellow daal tadka, tandoori roti, onion kulcha, and paneera bharura. The breads were all fantastic and I enjoyed the chicken tikka masala (dairy free made with coconut milk) just to see how it was different from a standard chicken tikka masala. For dessert, we got the gajar halwa (which was awesome!) and kulfi. Overall, I'm glad to have finally tried this place and may revisit it again in the future. Worth considering if you're in the area.

    This was my second time back at this restaurant, and this time I brought a companion…read more The service was exceptionally fast. Our server was incredibly attentive and would always make sure to follow up and that everything is good. There was a plate that we had that had a stain on it. Our server noticed immediately and swapped out the plate without us having to tell him. He refilled our waters as soon as he saw that our glasses were empty. Compared to the first time that I was here, I think the service remains excellent and unchanged. The quality of the food was amazing. Overall, the dishes were delicious. I enjoy the blend of spices and flavors that you could taste within the food. In terms of food quality, this is easily becoming my favorite Indian restaurant in Boston. I appreciate the restaurant location and internal setup. The restaurant is nestled near Harvard Square on the second floor with a nice view to the local neighborhood around Cambridge. There were many tables by the window so customers could enjoy the ambience. Overall, would recommend. If I find myself returning to Boston, I will definitely make time to stop by again.

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    India Pavilion

    (444 reviews)

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    Central Square

    Usually came here with a friend for lunch buffet but today came here after lunch hours. Too bad I…read moremissed their lunch buffet. The place is spacious, good for groups. Server is nice and friendly. Service was a bit slow due to their staff lunch hours but food came out within 15-20 mins. I ordered their mango lassi, chicken pakora, and lamb rogan josh. Mango lassi is refreshing and retains its mango taste. Chicken pakora is tender and juicy with a strong cumin taste. The sauce is runny but rich. Definitely excellent. Lamb rogan josh is awesome too. The lamb was nicely cooked. It's not gamey and the broth was rich and thick. Definitely a good substitute for lamb vindaloo.

    Called there at 9 PM. they said they're open till 11 PM. Hours listed on their site say till 10-30…read morePM. Got there at 9:40 PM. Neon sign said they're OPEN till 11 PM. Woman approached me and said "Take-out?" I said "One." She repeated "Take-out?" I said, "Table for 1." She said, "We're closed." I pointed to the neon sign that said "Open till 11 PM." She said they closed at 9:30 PM. I repeated what its own site says, what I was told when I called 40 minutes ago, what the sign says. She says "We're open only for take-out." I said I'd been there before, as late as 10:15 PM, for dining in. She repeated that they're closed "cause they already cleaned." I asked for the manager. "The manager's not in." Then a big guy comes out and gets in my face looking for a confrontation. Full kitchen staff, at least 3 wait persons, OPEN till 11 PM, but they refuse to serve me, even though they're open for another hour and 20 minutes, and I'm a party of one. I tell them that that's deceptive business practices and false advertising, that I was a long-time customer but will never go there again. No apology. No offer to make up for a wasted trip after getting false info on phone. No manager name info. I suggest getting a party of 75 together, going in at 10:30 PM, ordering take-out, and then taking seats at tables and unwrapping and eating ... slowly. No wonder this place has been mostly empty for the past year.

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