I love Indian food - especially northern Indian. Bombay Sweets is now at the top of my list because the food is AMAZING and they have a great variety of Indian foods. The atmosphere and staff were also great! For the food - everything we tried was excellent: kachori, bhel poori, mixed veg utappam, thali platter with vegetable korma and paneer burji. Most were recommended by the person who took our order (we asked her opinion on things repeatedly and she was so kind and thoughtful!). Our favorite was the kachori. The lentil filling was delicious and the fried pastry shell was TO DIE FOR. The tamarind chutney was the best tamarind chutney I've ever had. The utappam was also great! It came with a coconut chutney that became my favorite chutney ever! And my partner loved the sambhar. If we had to do it over again, we would have ordered the onion utappam because the cooked bell peppers in the mixed veg uttapam weren't our fave - but it didn't take away from the deliciousness of the crispy, flavorful utappam. I really liked the bhel poori too! When I looked at it, I thought it would be dry and lack flavor ... but I was definitely wrong about that! It was sweet and savory not at all dry. We did add the raita sauce from the thali platter on the top of the bhel poori for a little extra sauce / flavor and were pleased with the addition. The thali platter was great because we got to pick whichever two curries we wanted. As we had for most of our food choices, we asked the lovely lady who worked there about her recommendations. She was spot on with her recommendations of vegetable korma and paneer burji. Both were excellent. I also got the chai tea - it was warm and yummy. My partner got the Indian lemonade. He liked it a lot, but it wasn't my fave. It was worth trying though. And finally, the desserts. The thali platter came with a gulab jamun - and it was the best one my partner and I ever had! Then after finishing our meal, we went to check out the other desserts. We had no idea what to get so the same lady who helped us figure out what to order for dinner also helped us with the desserts. She even let us sample a lot of them! We got a lot of different things and all had great flavor and just the right amount of sweetness. I expected the bill to be quite high because we ordered so much. But it was just over $50 which seemed very reasonable to me. I'd recommend this place to anyone! So go there ... and thank me later :) read more

Had samosa, chai tea and some pastries. Nothing too flavorful compared to other locations I have visited. Service was decent. Location itself is relatively clean? I do wish there was a bit more to the food. But place itself is alright. read more

The food at Bombay Sweets is incredible! Just the amount of spiciness and intense flavors. So many different things to try, and yet we never have a dish that wasn't great. The samosas are ridiculous and worth a trip, alone. The service can be a bit slow, but it's worth the wait. read more

Bombay Sweets - An array of amazing delights from India. So good! - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is my go to place for freshly made Indian delectables. Desserts and snacks hold a special place in every indians heart. This place hits the spot with it's freshly made variety of Indian sweets and snack items. I walked in here on a busy Saturday morning and ordered a Chaat item to try. The Chaat tasted fresh and reminded me of home. One of the better places in the Milwaukee area read more

Bombay Sweets - Samosa chaat - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Bombay Sweets has been a favorite go-to for quick Indian vegetarian food for years. Most recently, we got four orders of chole bhatura, with side orders of saag paneer and dal makhani. The chole bhatura was excellent. We also picked up a pound of gajar ki burfi (carrot burfi) for dessert, which is a nut-free burfi alternative. For years, this also has been our go-to spot for ordering samosas for parties or as a potluck dish. We've been here multiple times over the years to grab a quick meal before shopping for groceries next door. I recommend this as a consistently tasty place for Indian snacks, desserts, and to satisfy that craving for Indian food. read more

Bombay Sweets - Bhatura (with chole) - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Wonderful food and treats! No frills, but very clean. However, the food is delicious and reasonably priced.

Bombay sweets is definitely home away from home! I got food and snacks from them everytime I miss Mumbai. They have a very friendly staff and help in understanding that the different snacks and sweets are. Try their fresh samosas and street food snacks, your taste buds will be in a food coma. I got my diwali spread from them and BOY! did they nail it with the taste, colors and freshness! Their food pick up is efficient and they follow all Covid and social distancing protocols. read more

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Did uber eats from bombay sweets and ordered pav bhaji. I received burnt pav ( bread) with curry of potato and peas... how disappointing! being an Indian restaurant how can you do that and serve your customers such food... also the curry was so spicy that I had to throw food. Total wastage of money!! read more

Bombay Sweets - Burnt Pav (bread) - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Bombay Sweets used to be my jam; I ate there quite often and it was fantastic without exception. I loved the food, the owners, and the deli-type atmosphere. It's one of the places I missed most while living out of state. I returned to find the restaurant had expanded, different atmosphere, and the food quality greatly diminished. It seemed under new management--not sure, but I hope they return to what made them great in the first place. read more

A cute Indian restaurant on the south side of Milwaukee. We ordered a large amount of takeout with coworkers and when I went to pick it up the employee was very kind and updated me on where they were at with the order. Nothing was missing from our order, which is impressive with an order that size. They only serve vegetarian food, but even as a meat eater I was definitely not disappointed by the vegetarian option. When you walk into their restaurant you will be bombarded with beautiful looking desserts in their huge display case. Everything went smoothly with this experience. read more

NOT GOOD FOR DINE-IN! You will starve to death before getting served at a table here. This is a shop to buy Desi sweets (Indian desserts) for takeout, but it is impossible to get service if you sit in the dining area. I've been here several times over the past few years. Only successfully received food as a dine-in customer once (it took almost an hour, food was only so-so). They are still pretty slow for takeaway, but most of the people who mistake this for a sit-down restaurant leave after 30+ minutes of waiting for a menu. I've only seen two people eating actual hot food here (besides myself, that one time I had hours to kill), and they were probably family of the workers. You may be able to get takeout, but plan on a long wait. Getting assistance with the sweets case takes at least 10-20 minutes, so make sure that you're not too hungry, not in ANY rush, and very patient. The sweets are standard the only good ones in town, but less expensive than driving to Chicago for exceptional desserts. read more

The food is super good and the people are lovely. Veggie Korma was very great comfort food and the Thali plate was delicious. Samosas- yum So many bakery options it was overwhelming but we managed to pick out some treats to go which were also pretty tasty! I love that it is a vegetarian restaurant so if you do not eat meat it's a no brainer, they also have vegan dishes clearly marked. read more

Ordered halwa Puri, Makki di roti and mango lassi. Everything was good but not great. Visited this place a few times in the past, never had a memorable meal. The quality of the food is consistently sub par. On the other hand, their sweets and savory items are actually pretty good. They taste fresh and well made. Makes me nostalgic every time I go shopping for sweets, it feels like visiting a sweet store in India. I would give them five stars. read more

Go there and eat the fabulous food. Mention the substandard, inaccessible women's restroom. The food is very good and priced sensibly. As good as it has always been. However, it has not got an accessible restroom. I refer to the women's restrooms. There is no way to get a wheelchair near the door. Even if you could move built-in furniture, you could not get into the restroom. There are grab bars for those who can get into the room. But the toilet rocks! It is clearly not the quality that the dining room is. Almost forgot the hot water. Be careful! The hot water flows with steam! There is a cold tap and a hot one. Use the cold one first. The hot should be set to 120 F at most so as not to burn people. I think it is state regulation. read more

I love that they took the time to make items for me without dairy to vegan. I am allergic to dairy and they took the time to make dishes allergen free for me. I love Indian food, the herbs, and the spices, but I have not been able to eat it in years. This place is amazing. Download the app, it's worth it. read more

Bombay Sweets - . Aloo Gobhi - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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I tried their platter, almond milk dessert, and Mango Lassi and they were delish! I would recommend this to everyone. You don't have to be a vegetarian to love their food. They have a massive selection of food, drinks, and dessert, and have been around for almost two decades. Best of all they are affordable and cheaper than all the Indian restaurants I have been to. I will only make a comment about their platewear, utensils, straws, and cups, they all came in disposables which are not environmentally sustainable. Styrofoams and no. Recyclable plastics are. It good for the environment. Other than that the food is great! Bring your own straws and utensils :) read more

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I absolutely LOVE Bombay Sweets. Hands down, this is one of my favorite go-to spots in the area and I've been coming here for years. I'd like to think of this place as a real "no frills, all flavor" sort of place. It's chill, hella down-to-earth, and totally lunch or diner-esque. It's great. Grab a (cheap) date, your best buds, or your whole darn soccer team and get your grub on! (Done, done, and yes, done!) I feel like I'm slowly working my way through the menu (wait, I mean I ACTUALLY am) and everything I've ordered thus far I've enjoyed. Some dishes are definitely spicier than others and that's to be expected so I take it with a grain of salt (actually, take it with a mango lassi, you're welcome). What do I suggest trying? Samosa! Samosa! Samosa! $0.75 a pop? Yas! Doooooo it! That's what I'm talkin about! OK, other than samosas, here are some good "starting point" suggestions...#26, #25 (soup that comes with it is on the spicy side), #31, and #34. And if you have any suggestions for me, let me know! Did I mention the Mango lassi is amazing? Lol. Mmmmhm yes, you get the point? Did I say it also helps me to soothe the spice a little?! OK, ok, moving on... Some things to note: They will walk you through almost anything while being pretty patient. You can get anything ordered to-go! Pronto! You can even order online like through yelp! Sometimes restaurant.com has a deal for this place (ex. $20 of food at Bombay Sweets for $10). Winning! They have a TON of sweet and savory snacks/desserts lined up in glass cases for you to drool over and order. You can get the sweet and savory snacks packaged up and even gift boxes if you need (those are separate). All of their main meals are pretty much between $5-7. See? I told you, cheap date! OK, one last thing. It's not so good. But try not to hold it against them...They use styrofoam. It sucks but it's what they use. I'm sure it helps keep their cost down and all but, *long dramatic sigh* yeah...kind of a bummer but the food is worth it. Trust me. If it still bothers you, you can get creative and take your styrofoam home. Make an art project. Feel better. read more

Bombay Sweets - The desserts here are delish! - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Fresh sweets and namkeen that taste better and cost better than the packaged stuff from grocery stores. Also like their food menu read more

Excellent samosas, saag paneer and onion utappams! Service is awesome and the people couldn't be more friendly! Enjoy this place with friends! read more

One of our favorites in MKE. We love the samosas and really enjoy the vegan options. A real gem.

The food here is wonderful. When we first walked in I wasn't really sure what to do. Maybe I was just having a slow day, but eventually we realized we should order first and then sit where ever we wanted. When the food is ready the woman at the counter calls you up to get it. Like the other reviewers mentioned, the food is served on all styrofoam stuff and you get napkins, plastic cutlery, and water from a side area. Despite the lackluster styrofoam presentation, the food is phenomenal and spicy! I got the cheese parotha (parotha stuffed with spiced minced cheese) and dahi vada (deep fried lentil patties in yogurt topped with sweet and hot sauce). I'm not the toughest when it comes to spice and if you're like me, I recommend getting lassi to drink (mango is delicious) because it tames the heat from taking over. The counter is surrounded by glass cases full of salty and sweet treats, but we were so full we didn't get any this time. read more

Bombay Sweets - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Once my favorite restaurant, under previous owners. No more! Served a platter featuring potatoes and cauliflower both of which were undercooked, no, raw. When I pointed this out I received some nonsense about how they are served that way there. I am quite familiar with Indian cuisine. Never again! read more

Infuriatingly, every single item we bought 4/17/2024 (both the sweets and the salty snacks) tasted OVERWHELMINGLY of SOAP (likely dishwashing detergent). Have never experienced this before in any food bought from any business of any type. Most disgusting strong taste (and smell) of soap in the food. Must be horrible for health. I cannot imagine how they could make this dangerous mistake. We are reporting them to the DATCP for public health violation. read more

Decent food, reasonably priced. But the mosT horrendous customer service ever. You may wait for an hour and still not have your food served. The women who work there have serious attitudes. Never a smile, nor a kind word...they scowl at you, talk rudely, throw tantrums, and make yOu feel totally unwelcome...as if the customer is an intrusion who must be driven away with their meanness. Just horrible. I never want to go back again. Yuck!! One more thing....the owner is actually nice, and she is aware of her staff's shenanigans. She apologizes for them, but she seems helpless. Either way, it's no way paying customers should be treated. read more

Food is great, it's very authentic Indian cuisine!! I love their samosas they are delicious! read more

The current management is stingy. Sell tinned sweets opened and sell it with the fresh sweets in the sweets section. Be aware. Also add lots of ice in the mango milk shake and other cold beverages. Don't get fooled. I will stop going.. read more

This was a hidden gem. Right when I walked in this place, I was impressed with their selection of sweets. We tasted a few and loved them all. It had the true home made Punjabi sweet taste. The menu was impressive and the price was very reasonable. We went all out in ordering different chats, puri halwa and choole baturi. Oh yeah.. while u are at it, don't forget to order their super tasty chai. It was wonderful. We drove all the way from Madison and it was worth it. When ever I crave for good authentic Indian sweets, this is the place I will go to for sure. Again, thank you yelpers for your wonderful reviews. U made me find this extraordinary place!! read more

Bombay Sweets - Chaat- best I have had in midwest - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

You could find a shop just like this in Lahore, only there would be more flies and it would be much hotter. Great Indian style snacks, good vegetarian lunch, very slow service. Good connected South Asian grocery next door, easy parking. If you're just getting snacks, avoid right around lunch time. read more

Bombay Sweets - Snacks that make you thirsty. - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I know where I'm going back to for my Indian food cravings now. How can you say no to a $0.75 samosa? Bombay Sweets features not just sweets, but an extensive array of meals at a reasonable price (less than $10). I would've taken more photos of my food, but it was so good that my camera was not going to eat first. I ordered for pickup: a samosa and a masala dosa. From the outside, I liked that it has its own parking lot. Inside was unassuming; decor isn't anything special but rows of jalebi among other desserts filled the glass cases, and I felt like a kid in a candy shop. Upon arrival around lunchtime, it was relatively empty. Service was fine, and I wasn't expecting anything hypercordial. I thought my samosa was going to be miniature, but when I unraveled the foil, it was a full fledged samosa accompanied by a tamarind sauce and mint chutney mixed together. Both were spicy and contributed to how quickly I heartily inhaled the samosa. The dosa came with creamy coconut chutney that had more of a sour cream-like taste, and a lentil soup, known as sambhar. The soup was a nice complement to the meal. The dosa was piping hot, and I wish I had ordered it in so I could've enjoyed the crunchy dough. Nonetheless, it was filling and comforting; the curried potatoes inside mixed with sauce was this multidimensional, savory flavor that I can't get over. The moral of the story is: don't expect any frills when it comes to service or ambiance, but do expect a hearty, flavorful, and home cooked meal that won't break the bank. read more

Who will like Bombay Sweets: * Fans of Indian food - what you'll get here is fresh & delicious * Vegetarians & healthy eaters - no meat here, but you won't miss it for a second * Broke asses - nothing on the menu is over $7 and 90% is under $5 * Spice lovers - not as in "spicy hot" but "spicy flavorful" - the food isn't that hot at all, I'd personally take a little more heat. * People who like supporting small, local, family run places. The owners are likely the ones taking the order & making your dish * Those looking to try something new - prices are reasonable, so try something out of your comfort zone. Or grab some of the interesting looking snacks from the case. Who won't like Bomaby Sweets: * My husband, who claims the extreme deliciousness and bold flavors of Indian food upset his delicate constitution. In conclusion, if you are not my husband (and most of you aren't), then you should definitely make an effort to give this place a try! read more

I guess I'm a sucker for the hidden gem. $14 bought two huge entrees with sides, two mango lassis and a satisfied pair of diners. The food was full of rich flavors and a bit of spice without being heavy or greasy, and Bombay Sweets has to be one of the best bangs for your buck in Milwaukee. I don't even feel bad about the gas I used driving all the way from the north side of the city. Highlights were the mango lassis, naan/paratha, anything with chickpeas and samosas. Not a big fan of the yogurt as a [huge] side, but that's honestly just personal preference. I haven't yet tried any of the countless confections that line the deli fridges. This place is no-frills (lunch trays!), but the sweet ladies working the counter and the Indian knicknacks fill it up with character. I'm undoubtedly coming back, but next time I'll leave room for the desserts. read more

Bombay Sweets - Yeah, $5. - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I should give this place a Five-Stars, but I'm taking away a star for nasty Styrofoam dishes. The flavors are excellent. The amounts of food per serving are generous. I had the Masala Dosa. It is excellent. For me, it would be enough for one meal. I also ordered the Vegetable Pakora and might be stuffing myself. All the flavors are bold Indian spice. This restaurant is clean and spacious. It is good for groups, as there are three tables each with seating for eight people. Order at the counter. Pay. Sit down. The food arrives at the counter. It is hot and homemade. I spent less than ten-dollars. read more

Bombay Sweets - Bombay Sweets offers traditional East Indian sweets and munchies. - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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The place: almost reads like a bakery, and there are a lot of baked goods (gulab jamin and the like) in a front display case when you walk in. The entirely vegetarian menu is on the wall. It's a little overwhelming, but everything looks good. You order at the counter, grab a seat in a booth and wait for them to give you a nod or a wave to tell you that your food is ready. The taste: I really splurged with the $5.50 platter (#31) - we shared the mix pakora appetizer (fried veggies.. Yum) and I got some potato stuffed bread (parotha) and some chick pea mixture and some yogurt (raita). Everything tasted great. Authentic. Flavorful. Vegetarian. The mango lassi was sweet and satisfying. Three of us shared one. It's a bit rich. My face: dinner for 3 growing girls was $21. Amazeballs. We couldn't even finish all our food. Thank you for being so solidly cheap Bombay sweets! read more

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This place is a best kept secret for inexpensive authentic Indian food on the south side. This is where the local Indian immigrants go, not where the tourists go. It's very clean, well lit, comfortable, and the delicious smell hits you like a wall when you walk in. It's not fancy, styrofoam plates and plastic forks are used, but that's not why you come here. The all vegetarian menu is extensive, and has English descriptions for those of us not familiar with Indian food terminology. The food is made the way it would be made in an Indian home kitchen. The prices are very reasonable at about $5 per plate. They also have a delicious case of sweets and treats to pick from after the meal. read more

Bombay Sweets - Small, clean dining room, but great Indian cuisine. - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The food was excellent. We took out a variety of curry options and served them family style so we could all sample them. Everyone enjoyed the experience except the 3 and 6 year old picky eaters. The food was packaged well for taking out. read more

The menu is a bit overwhelming when you first look at it. I had no idea what to order. I know we wanted samosas but ended up ordering this huge samosa dish for my daughter. It looked like a huge crepe filled with potatoes and cauliflower. I also had the alloo gobi which is potatoes and cauliflower in a turmeric sauce. Very good! The mango lasse is awesome. My meal also came with a yogurt sauce to cool things down. Very affordable for the price and all vegetarian. I think I need a better game plan next time I come. I felt like a deer in the headlights looking at the menu. There is a great Indian Grocery next store with very affordable spices. read more

Bombay Sweets - Inside - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

This is definitely the type of place that A. I would never have ever stumbled upon on my own without a recommendation from a friend and B. would have taken one look at and walked out. But that would have beeb a mistake! As most people have mentioned, it's not fancy inside. It looks like a generic diner. The thing you notice first is the big display case of Indian sweets that are sold by weight. I didn't have room after my yummy meal for any but I will be back to try these interesting sounding treats. (They can box them up and sell them to-go). The big menu is hanging on the wall by the front counter where you order and it is hard to decide. There are so many options and they are SO CHEAP. You can definitely get a meal for $5 and I think the most expensive thing on the menu was probably $7. Love that. I ordered the palak cholay, a spinach and chickpea curry, and a mango lassi, thanks to recommendations here on Yelp. Both were great. The curry was a tad spicy but in a good way and came with a heaping mound of rice that I couldn't finish and a sizable serving of yogurt sauce. I thought I'd miss some chicken or meat in my meal but did not. The mango lassi was not blended like I was expecting it to be. It tasted like a melted dreamsicle. Sweet but not too heavy or rich. As everyone else said, styrofoam dishes and plastic utensils, but get over yourself. Who cares? It's about the food (and the amazing prices). It came out quick and I cannot wait to go back (especially for the desserts) or order for takeout. read more

Bombay Sweets - Palak cholay (spinach and chickpea curry, with rice and yogurt sauce) and a mango lassi (mango and yogurt drink). - Vegetarian Near Me - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Rude rude rude. Completely ignored me for ten minutes, then when my takeout was ready, she just plopped the bag on the counter without saying anything to me. I said "oh ok, thank you!" And got a glare with no response. WTF. It was a very uncomfortable interaction, honestly. Also, I ordered from Grubhub and it said 25-35 minutes until ready, but it took nearly an hour. I'm sure the food is delicious, I haven't even tried it yet, I just had to write this review because I was disappointed by the rudeness and service. ...They do have a private parking lot, which was appreciated! read more

This place was recommended to me by someone who owned another Indian restaurant! Everything I ate there was delicious, with the quality of home cooking that exceeds any idea of value, because you can't put a price on love. But on top of that, it's the least expensive restaurant in town! Bombay Sweets has the best value to quality ratio of anyplace within a 7000 mile radius. The lighting used to be a little strange, but they recently remodeled, and it now it looks like a beautiful magical wonderland. There's no TV and there IS a community bulletin board. If they ever decided to install a dishwasher and used non-disposable plates, glasses, and silverware, this place would be the Eighth Wonder of the World. The woman who runs the counter is the nicest person anywhere, but not in a fake way, more like family. This is a place you could sit for hours with friends and talk, if you were so inclined. I could imagine coming here for a meal, eating, sitting until hungry again, having another meal, and then getting a spectacular array of sweets to go. read more

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I'm not crazy about what they use for cutlery, plates, & cups either, but folks - it is ABOUT THE FOOD, and the food is absolutely delicious and wonderful. Just be sure to check your bill before you leave so you don't leave whiny posts here or at any other restaurant sites. Mistakes happen, and I'm sure you've made your share. I love the adjoining market, too! read more