I had lunch here and unfortunately it was a disappointing experience. The food was mediocre, but…read morethe service was the biggest issue. This is advertised as an unlimited thali, yet it was nearly impossible to get a refill because no one was around to ask. At most unlimited thali restaurants, the staff regularly comes to the table, offers refills, and serves guests with warmth and hospitality. That was completely missing here. To make matters worse, when I politely shared my feedback with the manager, they responded in a rude and unprofessional manner instead of listening to the customer. Considering the high price, the overall experience was not worth it. I wouldn't recommend this place and won't be returning.

Visited this place over the weekend after almost 4 or 5 years and what hasn't changed is that the…read morefood still tastes well and you still get a stainless steel pot full of unlimited buttermilk/cha. But what HAS changed is the place just having a steady stream of customers trickling in but not the kind of overwhelming crowd we dealt with years ago. We had two plates of Kathiyawadi Special Thali and we had prompt refills whenever requested. The thali meals also had quite a variety of sides. Now the real problem is with this business and their prices. We were fixed to eat at a Kathiyawadi and wanted to try the newly opened Kathiyawadi II at Edison and while casually looking up the menu and price we found the Edison one had the Kathiyawadi special meals marked at $34.99 and that too Limited servings (no refills) whereas this one at Sayreville serves the same meal as unlimited for $25.99!!! Since we had decided to eat at Kathiyawadi, we still picked this location and went for lunch. Future outings here? Well that's debatable.

Amazing place. Have not been in several years but enjoyed it each time. It is vegetarian and Asian…read moreand very authentic.

I love this place! They make some of the best vegetarian meals, and everything is always delicious…read more The service is great, and the location is super convenient, especially since it's close to the train station. Definitely a place I'll keep coming back to!

Fantastic place with very clean ambiance and quick service. The Dahi puri was really tasty. Got a…read moreAalo Rikki chat to go. Will be back again for more .

We're allium-free vegetarians and had been meaning to try more Indian restaurants but the sheer…read moreamount of "pure veg" Indian restaurants within the same square mile was both awesome and daunting. We're still looking around for our go-to Indian restaurant in the area as our kids love saag/palak paneer and we used to go at least once a month where we moved from. But we finally made it! We came here on a Monday that also fell on a holiday so they had a steady amount of customers. We were the only non-Indian customers, which appears to be normal. They're located in a small strip along with 2 or 3 other businesses. Shared parking is behind the building so most people entered through the back door. It was about half full when we got there so I can see it filling up fast during crowded times. Walk through because no one is at the back but there is a small clothing rack to hang coats; the counter is at the front by the front door. We made ourselves known and were promptly seated. They serve vegetarian food and many are Swaminarayan-friendly (allium-free, which appears to be their default mode), certain can be made Jain as well! They do use alliums but overall, they seem to be able to make most of the dishes without alliums. We ordered the following, Swaminarayan-style and mild because one of my kids can do but mild food: DAHI PURI: I usually get pani puri but decided to try it out since it's been a while since I had this. It came out first as the appetizer, was a thing of beauty, and there are A LOT of flavors in there. The sweet-leaning yogurt, sev with its textural differences, the freshness of the cilantro, the spiced potatoes, the tart pomegranate seeds... My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed it. PALAK PANEER: This was ordered for my kids. Green gravy with tender paneer. They liked it! The curry got a little too spicy but it didn't hit them until later. My kid with the food allergies ate all the paneer when the gravy grew too spicy for him. MALAI KOFTA: This is different from the malai kofta I've had before but not in a bad way. I definitely think they use cashew "cream" in this. It's lightly sweet in a way that reminds me of cashews. The kofta are soft and I'm pretty sure are paneer based. This is probably the most mild curry we ordered, both in terms of spice and spices. This was my pick because I usually can't order malai kofta at Indian restaurants so I was pleased I could hear. MATAR METHI MALAI: I love how Indian curries are so straightforward when it comes to names. I'm not sure what to expect with this but my husband didn't know what to get so I nudged him towards this. He wanted MATAR PANEER but it's not on the menu. This is essentially fenugreek pea curry in a milky gravy. It has very interesting spices and flavor. A little more bland than the others, yet not at the same time. Must be that fenugreek! For some odd reason, it reminded me of coconut chutney I've had before. We also got ROTI for one of my kids who prefers bread over rice. All curries come with white basmati. For drinks, we got MANGO LASSI, SPRITE, and CHAAS (buttermilk). The buttermilk was different! Much more spiced than I expected. I also swear at one point I tasted a raw onion bit but it only happened once so who knows if it was mistaken blended in or it was all in my head. I do remember it was STRONG though. Overall, we were pleasantly surprised at the sheer amount of choices we had. Our bill totaled to around $90 (curries are around $20, Dahi puri was $12) and we brought home some leftovers. They seem to be family run and are fairly nice and helpful. We would likely go back again to try more things, but the palak paneer isn't completely up our kids' alley to become their favorite. If you have food allergies, let them know. My youngest has multiple food allergies including to nuts and wheat. Most of their curries contains nuts EXCEPT for the palak paneer and their bhindi (okra) dish. Luckily for my kid. Despite how nuts are a common ingredient in the kitchen, my kid was completely fine during and after eating. Note: their menu says they charge gratuity for parties of 4 people or more. My husband says he didn't see it on the bill when it was time to pay. Not sure if that statement is now outdated or it only counts if there are 4+ ADULTS.

Amazing place Delicious food without cruelty…read more Im so happy. Would move near by to live if I could.

Came to this place on a whim and mannn im glad i did!!! I had the lunch special curry meal and man…read moreit was the best vegan curry I've ever had!!! And you get complimentary tea with the lunch special and i love tea!!! Def coming back

This was a really cool experience. It starts with how well decorated the place is - it's easy to…read moreforget you're in midtown. Each dish was also presented beautifully. Five flavor plate - a nice amuse-bouche that went through a series of flavors: Hawthorne jelly for sour, yams for sweet - butter melon jelly for bitter, mushroom.and black pepper for spicy, and radish cracker for salty. The bitter melon was my favorite and definitely wasn't that better - it had pleasant spices almost like a chutney. Next was mushrooms in a light cucumber sauce, followed by a savory and thick 18 vegetable soup. This was a nice back to back contrast of light and simple with rich and hearty. The next three courses were aiming to imitate meat a little more. The first was a grilled mushroom over fragrant green millet. Then, sweet and sour tofu skin, and another grilled mushroom covered in a curry sauce. Of these, the tofu skin was my favorite as the bright course in between the savory ones. Next was rice in a savory broth with peach jelly, and then a nutty noodle dish with a smooth and creamy sauce with a nice blend of spices. These helped round out the meal, and the noodles were especially tasty. To end was a dessert made from berries and sweet potato, almost with the texture of ice cream. Reservation is required and the meal is prepaid except for tip. The whole thing came to about $130 each after tax and tip. I found the meal to be less heavy than most other tasting menus and very creative.

Bodai Vegan serves imperial-style Chinese cuisine on Midtown's east side. The food is light and…read moreclean; the chef prepares ingredients minimally so you taste the natural, earthy flavors. Served as a progressive prix fixe menu, dishes arrive one after the other. We started with a delightful five-flavor plate--each bite focusing on a different taste profile--plus cucumber-sauced mushrooms and a grounding Bodhi Buddha soup. Rich matsutake mushrooms and sweet-and-sour riblets followed, paired with bowl-steamed rice and noodles, before finishing with a refreshing sweet potato dessert. Service is smooth. Our server, Hannah, paced the courses briskly and professionally, perfect since we had a show afterward. Still, block out at least an hour and a half to truly enjoy the thoughtfully curated meal. The space is fully wheelchair friendly with wide pathways. Because it is strictly reservation-only, plan ahead. It works beautifully for celebrations or a romantic evening.

If you're craving authentic South Indian flavors, this place is definitely worth a visit…read more We ordered the Podi Idli and the Mysore Dosa, and both were absolutely heavenly. The podi was packed with flavor without being overwhelming, and the Mysore dosa was perfectly crisp with a delicious semi-spicy chutney spread that made every bite satisfying. The filter coffee was another highlight--rich, aromatic, and a perfect way to end the meal. The only downside for me was the pricing. The dishes are on the expensive side, and I was surprised that the potato masala had to be ordered separately for an additional $2. Given the price of the dosa itself, I felt the masala should have been included. Overall, the food quality is excellent and I'd happily come back when I'm in the mood for great South Indian food, but the pricing and add-on charges keep it from being a full five stars.

Really disappointing experience at Saravana Bhavan in Edison. We ordered the cheese dosa, Mysore…read moremasala dosa, and rava dosa, and unfortunately, none of them were good. All three dosas were soggy and burnt, which completely ruined the texture. Dosas should have that crisp, light texture, but these were a combination of burnt on the outside and soggy instead of properly crisp. The cheese dosa was especially disappointing. Instead of tasting like a traditional South Indian cheese dosa, it essentially tasted like a cheese pizza because they used mozzarella cheese. It just didn't work with the dosa at all. They did not have the audacity to refund our money since the food was terrible. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I wouldn't return.

This place is amazing, I am so happy I was able to go there and try their food. My burger was…read morefantastic. The burger, vegetables snd sauce complimented eachother perfectly. The Mac and cheese was delicious and creamy! The potato salad was also very flavorful. I forget what the deserts we tried were called but they were also excellent. The staff was very friendly and the service was phenomenal. Everything was perfect.

We've been talking about visiting Fogwood & Fig for years. At first, we thought it was…read morepredominantly a dessert place based on their social media posts. But the more we looked into the menu, the more excited we became. I would say their specialty is burgers and sandwiches. Virtually every ingredient is made from scratch daily (except the sourdough bread, from a local farm), including impressive items like multiple types of burger patty and cheesy cashew sauce. We were so excited about their food that we went three days in a row! Day 1: The Fogwood smoky burger was outstanding. The BLT was also delicious; we loved the smoke salted tofu. For a lighter option, we got the sunshine curry quinoa chickpea bowl. It was healthy and nutritious, although I felt the flavor profile was a bit off; it was heavy on the curry powder and weirdly sweet. The side of mac and cheese was GREAT. We loved the sauce made from sweet potatoes, carrots, and cashews (I think it was oil-free). Not heavy or creamy, just flavorful and good! For dessert, we got the lavender almond cupcake which we LOVED. It was gluten-free, although you wouldn't guess it. It had a perfect fluffy texture and great nuanced flavor. We loved that it wasn't made with coconut oil (just olive oil). Truly special. The vast majority of their desserts (as well as their homemade cheeses) do contain coconut oil. Day 2: The patty melt sandwich was a big hit. Incredible flavor. The Levi Reuben served over greens (instead of on bread) was also delicious. We loved the fennel sage patty and the homemade sauerkraut. We got the kids' PB&J as a snack which was SO good with homemade peanut butter and homemade raspberry jam. Very impressive. Lastly, we couldn't resist getting the signature Snickers-inspired bar, which was so good it should be illegal. Day 3: We were excited to try their daily special, the teriyaki chili rice bowl, made with homemade ginger tofu patties. It was delicious, although it could have used some greens. We tried two more of their burgers to explore the menu further, the flirty burger and the teriyaki burger, and both were great. A devastating disappointment came when, even though we walked in within 10 minutes of their opening, they had already sold out of the special dessert advertised on their Instagram, the carrot spice cupcake with pecan glaze, the only dessert they had that was coconut-free. It seems like they inexplicably only make 4-6 cupcakes per day and then don't make more even if they sell out?! (Who does that??) Overall, we loved the food and are so glad they exist. Major props for making so many things from scratch. We really appreciated how nothing was fried or greasy, really hard to find these days. They also deserve special mention for having top-notch service. All the employees were so kind and accommodating, and every dish came out quickly and made to perfection. The vibe of the restaurant is really peaceful and would be an equally good spot to have a quick meal or to linger all day.

Stopped in for a quick bite and we were absolutely blown away by the service and the food…read more Everything was delicious not a bite was left.. and the people were so sweet and attentive. We will definitely be back, highly recommend!

Wow! This place checks all the boxes for the best Indian restaurant in town!…read more Atithi is a family-owned, pure vegetarian spot offering delicious dishes with a creative twist. The staff is knowledgeable about the menu and willing to offer recommendations when needed. The best part is that the menu has very detailed descriptions of each item so even if you're not super familiar with this cuisine, you'll know how to order. My husband and I started with samosas which were the best I've ever had! If you're a fan, please go and try this and let me know if I'm being hyperbolic, but they were insanely good! I had the Aloo Gobi Masala which was out of this world. The flavors were well balanced and tasty. My husband had the veg biryani. The portions were plenty and the ingredients super fresh! We're so excited to have found a great purely vegetarian Indian restaurant so close to home. We will absolutely be back!

Excellent food Excellent service…read moreVery clean place Thank you so much for all verities you serve, we keep coming back..

They have charge over the phone just a day before the evening $20.99 for 30 people, and by the time…read moreof the pay , they suddenly charged $5 extra per person. If you know if the festival you charge extra, why not mentioned a day before? On the spot you are making people in position that they have no escape. if we know early we can make decison accordingly, but just to attract customer you keep hiding price??? also the food wasn't that good either. Paneer had some issues as well. KAthiyawad food , no taste? overall people commented me that why you pick such a cheap place? actually it was more expensive than other place though!!! i wont recommended anyone for the food as well , even after you go, please make sure you clear the rates proper. so youre not in situation like us.

I recently tried New York Fried Chicken in Woodbridge, New Jersey, and this place definitely…read moredeserves some love! First off, all of their food is halal, which is a huge plus for anyone looking for halal options without sacrificing flavor. The fried chicken is seriously delicious. It has that perfect crispy coating on the outside while staying moist and tender on the inside. And the flavor is on point--you don't need to drown it in sauce just to make it taste good. This chicken can stand on its own but adding a little hot sauce to it takes it to a whole another level of flavor!!!! And let's talk about the chicken wings! I'll admit, they may look a little small when they arrive, but don't let their size fool you. These wings are packed with flavor and are absolutely delicious. Crispy, seasoned well, and definitely worth ordering. I also loved their plates, where you can choose between rice or French fries and then top it with your choice of chicken or spicy chicken. Everything comes together really well, and the portions make for a satisfying meal that can easily feed one very hungry person or two people. Not only do they serve the best chicken they also have gyros, burgers, sandwiches and a few other delicious options to choose from. Overall, New York Fried Chicken is a great spot if you're craving crispy, flavorful fried chicken, wings, gyros, or a hearty plate. The halal menu is an added bonus, and the food definitely brings the flavor. Sometimes the little places are the ones that surprise you--and this one did!

Wow, who knew!? New York Fried Chicken was great, as was the service. I had just walked from the…read moreWoodbridge Train Station and wanted a quick bite. I saw the unassuming NY Fried Chicken and walked in. It's halal and the menu is essentially fried chicken, chicken over rice, and burgers. I went with the three piece chicken only and was impressed. First thing one notices is the great service and the respect. Not an ounce of bad attitude here. This was the standard years ago, but stands out today and deserves attention for how rare it is to experience these days. I ordered just the fried chicken: breast, thigh and drumstick. I asked for crispy and spicy and he said they only have regular. I ate it after about thirty minutes and it was still very crispy, audibly crispy. I don't know if they double fry it, but it seems so. It's crispy outside and juicy inside, even the breast was not dried up. The only quibble was the batter is not seasoned in conformity with your expectations. It's different and still good. The hot sauce they give you is also not what you would want, but your favorite sauce would put this chicken over the top. New York Fried Chicken is fairly priced. The three piece will run you seven bucks and reasonable in these inflationary times. It's a clean restaurant and mainly takeout. A table runs across the front of the restaurant. New York Fried Chicken is great and I would happily return. 3.9 stars!