This is a fantastic restaurant. Flavors are authentic and delicious. We went for lunch and tried the lamb dish. It's supposed to be the spiciest thing on the menu, but we didn't find it spicy. We also had sag paneer spinach, along with naan bread. We started with calamari and had a couple of desserts to finish. Everything was very tasty. I have tried many things on their menu and have always been completely satisfied. read more

Perhaps my expectations were too high based on the reviews, but I found Cinnamon to be fine vs amazing. The restaurant itself has a nice atmosphere. Service, again, was fine, nothing special. Our main server was personable, but the hostess and support staff just okay. The food was obviously made from high quality ingredients but the overall dishes came up short. The naan was thin and on the crispy side vs soft and samosa pasty was also kind of hard vs flaky. Chicken tikka masala had good quality chicken but the sauce was bland. The sabzi bahaji, however, proved the delicious star of the table, and the rice was very good. My dining companion and I have both lived in India and tried Indian restaurants all over the world, and neither of us will go out of our way to eat here again. On top of everything, the meal was hella expensive. I think if you go in without a lot of experience with or defined preferences around Indian food, you might give it a higher rating. read more

This is the most amazing restaurant in the area! Doesn't matter what kind of food we're talking about, Cinnamon is the chosen one! Without a doubt, make reservations because you won't get a seat for a little while. Don't say I didn't warn you. It's a small restaurant and they utilize every square inch but the staff is the friendliest and super attentive as soon as your seated. I'm not even sure what to recommend because I've been here a lot and had nearly everything on the menu. I can honestly say, you can close your eyes and put your finger on the menu and you heart will melt. We had Malai Kofta for an appetizer with naan and it's a great way to start the experience. Note to self, you can never have enough naan. From there we had Mixed Grill which has lamb chops, chicken and shrimp. My goto there is always the lamp chops. Make sure you get some extra naan, Coconut Rice and Masala sauce. After a great evening of fine food and great company, you will leave there thinking of when you can come back. Which you will be... read more

Cinnamon walks a difficult line in creating a higher end Indian dining experience. It's a difficult task simply because this style of cuisine has certain staples and straying to far outside the traditional classics and it can be met with resistance from the purists. Fortunately for my taste spuds I believe they provide the perfect blend of traditional with a fresh take on the cuisine without any gimmicks or tricks. No need to go into much detail about the various dishes. Basically: if you are a fan of Indian food. Go here. read more

There was a little wait for a table for one this Friday afternoon but it was worth it! I ordered their lamb chops lunch special that was served over brown rice and came with a small side spinach and tomato salad. I also ordered garlic naan and a cosmo. The garlic naan was perfection. Very garlicky and perfectly baked and crispy. I could have eaten two more basketsfull. The lamb chops were also delicious--four small chops was plenty for lunch. I'm just passing through Rhinebeck so likely won't be back for a long time, but I wish Cinnamon were in my hometown and I'd go every week. read more

Cinnamon - Cosmo ordered extra pale. It wasn't very strong but it did the job. - Indian Near Me - Rhinebeck, New York

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The space, menu, ambience is lovely looking. As a diner I would say it feels very crowded inside, and somewhat challenging to negotiate. The flooring is very slippery & this is a hazard that the owners should consider addressing as it is a liability. Menu is amazing and the food is presented with beautiful color. However the flavor is very, very bland compared to any other Indian restaurant. I presume this was adjusted for the "local pallete" but it didn't even taste like Indian food, only looked like it. True of both the tikka masala and navratran korma. Looked nice but no magic or flavor. Service from waiters was unfriendly and unwelcoming. They missed items off our order, kept people waiting at our table, and they didn't seem to care at all?! Kind of a conundrum. How are you in the service industry and your patrons are apologizing to you just to make the moment of fine dining less disappointing for all who are paying good money for a night out! This is my second time coming here and I wanted to give it a second chance before posting these observations. Hopefully the management will consider them, constructively, especially since they are planning to expand to Woodstock. read more

(4.5 stars) Dinner here was lovely. We dined outside and they had a heat lamp setup which helped keep us cozy and snug. Both the chicken korma and the chicken tikka Masala were super aromatic and bright. The chicken was high quality white meat and didn't disappoint. Definitely plan on returning next time we're in Rhinebeck. Only two things were slightly disappointing. We ordered three meals but we were only brought two rice bowls, but they quickly brought us a third when we mentioned it. And the soup we ordered was served lukewarm, which I'm not sure if it's supposed to be, but it would've been nice if it was hotter, especially sitting outside. Aside from those small things, a really lovely dinner. read more

Cinnamon - Chicken korma - Indian Near Me - Rhinebeck, New York

No doubt the ambience is good but the restaurant is expensive compared to the food quality and quantity served. Edison and Jersey City has far better Indian restaurants serving authentic Indian cuisine. read more

Cinnamon - Indian Near Me - Rhinebeck, New York

My husband and I stopped by Cinnamon this afternoon for a late lunch. The food and service are still outstanding - the food was expertly prepared and beautifully presented; the service was great. The portions so generous that we got take-out which served for dinner this evening with a salad. By far the best Indian restaurant in the Hudson Valley. read more

My wife and I recently went to Rhinebeck for a food and drink centered vacation in the countryside. We ate at many places and I don't need to say why they were less than in this review, but Cinnamon really stood out. They let us in to sit 10 minutes early and were attentive. For brunch we got drinks, the Mango Chili cockatil had perfect sweet and heat for the warm morning. The lychee martini was a true lychee flavor which alone would have been nice but stood lower next to the Mango Chili margerita. The food was excellent - flavorful and cooked well. Not sure what other people ordered to say otherwise. We started with the lamb Boti kabob which was cooked a perfect medium rare with a sear and tons of flavor. The RAJASTHAN MURGHI (chicken) was excellent with tender chicken in a corander pod forward sauce. Could they have ground the coriandor more? I suppose, but it gave it pop. We paired it with the Shrimp Mapas and my wife and I took opposite sides on which was better, but neither was less than very good. I can't fail to mention the Garlic Naan. Points for being priced the same as plain naan, but maybe the plain naan shouldnt be $5. That said, it was crisp AND chewy with a solid garlic flavor. I would definitely go back! read more

The food was absolutely fantastic!every dish, superb. The reason for 4 stars not 5 is because of the service. From the time we ordered until our good arrived it was 50 minutes. Fortunately, it was a beautiful evening to be sitting outside. We ordered dessert and they brought it out before clearing off the table. The server was actually trying to find a place among all the empty dishes to put it on the table. "Please clear this first" I suggested. His response told me that was a novel idea. Because the food was truly so incredible I plan to return . read more

Cinnamon - Mango Lassi - Indian Near Me - Rhinebeck, New York

We were spending a weekend out of NYC in Rhinebeck and came across this gem. Their food is delicious! Plenty of options for vegans and vegetarians alike. We tried the Masala Dosa, the Palak Chaat, and the Lasuni Gobi. The idli that came with the dosa was the best I've had. In fact, I often avoid it at certain places because it's not as good as the rest of the food. Here, I drank it! I have had many chaats before and always loved them, but had never seen Palak chaat. Wow. What a treat! The spinach is fried but ever so lightly and retains the thinness of the leaf. We were in awe at how delicious it was. Lasuni Gobi is always one of our favorites, and it was here as well! This was by far one of our favorite meals in Rhinebeck. We'll definitely be back to try the green dosa amongst other things. read more

Cinnamon - Masala Dosa, Lasuni Gobi, and Palak Chaat - Indian Near Me - Rhinebeck, New York

This is a phenomenal Indian restaurant in the heart of the Hudson valley. My brother lives in Kingston and this is his favorite area Indian restaurant - I really enjoyed the long, communal tables and bright, airy setting. The menu is thoughtful and delicious, with plenty of great vegetarian options, and some fun cocktails. We ordered the Lasuni Gobi to start (excellent answer to the American flirtation with buffalo cauliflower), and the Malai Kofta (phenomenal and unusual, with some really cool textural elements and recognizable ingredients), and the Navarthna Korma (delicious cashew sauce!), with an order of garlic naan and a round of lychee martinis. There wasn't a single disappointment on the table - the waitstaff was attentive, the noise level was just fine (although it wasn't mobbed when we were there), the portion sizes were incredibly reasonable (not ginormous), everything was interesting, fresh, and delicious, and the lychee martini was a particular standout. I just wish it was in Dallas so I could visit more often. read more

We've been waiting half an hour for our reserved table. Not trustworthy ! But good food. Be prepared to wait. Very arrogant

I had such a tasty meal here; I indulged in their buffet service as this allowed me to try many different styles of of their cuisines. I decided to dine at the bar and Had such a whopper of refreshing tasty cocktail also. My drink was so amazingly tasty. Wow. Although small, intimate of sorts, one didn't feel so crowded while dining there. The bartender was very engaging and told of his pleasure of working there in that capacity and how much he enjoyed coming up with new cocktail menus. Yes, I went back for seconds, another full plate and unfortunately couldn't indulge in another cocktail. (Driving) This is definitely one of my favs in Rhinebeck. read more

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A little pricey but so so tasty. In the heart of dreamy Rhinebeck. Everything is beautiful and make sure to make reservations. Perfect for date night ! read more

Cinnamon - Samosas - Indian Near Me - Rhinebeck, New York

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Very very good Indian food. Attentive service. And a really nice ambiance. I'll be going again!

Delicious food good service. I don't normally eat Indian food and had been wanting to try this restaurant. I don't remember the name of what I ordered but it was sooooo good. Vegetarian dish of rice and potatoes chickpeas Vegan. I ordered it because it said spicy and it was spicy to the perfect amount. Pretty interior Very sweet waiter. Can't wait to go back!!!! read more

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Excellent place. Service was good. Vibe was classy and modern. The food really stood out. This is not your average northern Indian restaurant. Everything was very flavorful and impressive. We got the the goat Biryani, lemon rice, garlic naan, and one of the curries. We also got the fried spinach, which was the only thing I did not like. read more

Good food and very nice vibe. Had lunch there while visiting friends in 2022 - will be back in July 2023

I loved a lot of the food here, some of the best Indian I've had coming from both high end and hole in the wall in nyc, la and abroad. I ordered the saag paneer, daal and naan and they were phenomenal. Didn't love the rice pudding which tasted like dusty old spices and saffron, or the cleanliness of the restaurant - so many flies, and ants on the table. Staff seemed out of it as well. read more

One word. Mediocre. They don't seem to be trying too hard. I had a lamb curry; the meat was overcooked and dry. My wife had a chicken tikka masala that tasted as if it came from a grocery store jar. No papadams. They don't serve them. A mediocre chardonnay wine by the glass; two words overpriced. (ok, its one word, but you get my point). A mediocre meal that resembled an Indian TV dinner for two shouldn't cost nearly $100.00 Dine there if you must. Avoidance would be the wiser choice. read more

My hubby and I ate here our first night on holiday in Rhinebeck. We broke away from what we normally order at Indian restaurants, e.g. butter chicken or tikka masala, and tried some different dishes. We loved everything that we chose - the boti kebab, palak chaat, kodi veppudu, and Rajasthan murghi. We also really enjoyed our cocktails! Would definitely eat here again. read more

Cinnamon - Indian Near Me - Rhinebeck, New York

My review for Cinnamon is based only on their Sunday evening dinner buffets, of which I am a huge fan. But because of my experiences with their buffets and lunch deals at previous locations, I know exactly what I would get here for a buffet or lunch or dinner - and that is great food and service. Their dinner buffet is slightly more expensive, but it usually includes 10-12 offerings. Some of these included (at my most recent visit), chana masala, tandoori chicken, a fish dish, and a mushroom dish. Among the more interesting choices were: - Kale pakoras - these do not hold together well, but if you enjoy kale chips, you'll enjoy these. - Chicken Tikka Masala - their sauce is a deep red-orange with a very strong tomato flavor. - Beef Vindaloo - the meat was tender, but it was not quite as spicy as I would have expected. - The mixed vegetables selection included baby asparagus and brussels sprouts. - Their chai is unsweetened or much less sweetened, with a strong cardamom presence. One of the things I enjoy most about Cinnamon is that for me, their menu (and buffet) is a bit less conventional at times, and I really enjoy the variety. read more

Transcendent. Best Indian I've ever had. Who would've thought you could find it in Rhinebeck. Pretty good service, a little slow but they are busy so I get it. Very welcoming and nice. Great ambiance, have sat in all parts of the restaurant, indoor/outdoor is the best. read more

I went with a couple of friends a few days ago and had an absolutely delicious meal! The food was authentic, of high quality preparation and presentation. The wait staff was equally delightful. To top it all off, we are outside, on market street, and it couldn't have been a more pleasant environment. Huge kudos and thanks, Cinnamon! Highly recommend ordering some naan with mango chutney, the chicken tikka, and the saffron kheer. So delicious! read more

Great service, delicious quality food, and nice ambiance. What more can I say! I absolutely love eating here. read more

Cinnamon - Mango Chili Margarita - Indian Near Me - Rhinebeck, New York

The food was fresh and very well prepared, but the service was brusque. The waits for the table (with reservation), for the initial service, and for the drinks to be served were protracted. The ambience was fair. Is the aim to move to a take-out business? I am concerned about the opening of the new restaurant in Woodstock. Friendly, professional, well trained service by people who connect with customers is vital. We felt first neglected and then rushed, and not valued. read more

We were here for lunch on a Monday. Had the Lychee Martini, which was very good, vegetable samosas and chicken Tikka Masala. The overall service was good and no particular issues with the food. Although the Msala was a bit watery. Overall a solid place. read more

The spot is so nicely done and the food was great. We had the tomato rasam soup (took a few sips to adjust my palate, but it was really great), calamari- excellent, mixed grill- lamb was so tender and sauce great, and the lamb phaal- yum. read more

I have eaten here twice and both times I was very happy with my meal. The Palak Chaat is excellent. It is a busy place so I'd suggest reservations. read more

Why why why are you so far away from me This is probably one of the best Indians I have had outside the UK so sad that it's not in Manhattan Ordered a mixture of dishes but the chicken tikka really stood out. Love the decor toot notch Indian if you ask me read more

Cinnamon - Indian Near Me - Rhinebeck, New York

Our first post Covid sit down meal at a restaurant. A very nice experience dining outside on the sidewalk. Nothing fancy, but they were cleaning tables and chairs thoroughly after each diner. Had the Lamb Platt which the waiter said was their hottest item. Indeed hot, but not off the charts, and very flavorful. read more

Literally the worst service I've received in my life. We came as a party of 6, with a reservation. Our waitress took our orders around 5:45pm but didn't put it in until 6pm. Even so, we did not think it would be an issue to get our food before 7 (since we had to leave to make it to a play). Also, not all of us ordered entrees, so really it was just 3 entrees and two sides that were ordered, as well as some different kinds of naan. At 6:30 we asked if our food would be out soon and she kept saying 5min. We waited and waited. Our food did not come out until 7:06 and we had to have it wrapped up to go so we could make it to the play. We ended up having to drive BACK to the restaurant after our play because there were multiple missing food items and no utensils for us to actually eat any of the food. We paid a $300 bill (including a generous tip) to eat out AT a restaurant. Instead, we ate food in our car on our laps. When we returned, the only apology they offered was four pieces of bread on the house (wow so generous) and they reheated our food that had been sitting in our cold car for 2 hrs of the play. The waitress told us our bill would be compensated but the manager said that she never intended to do so. She also argued about how long it took the food, instead of just apologizing for the horrible service. If we wanted to eat takeout in our car, we wouldn't have come to a restaurant to sit down and be served and we wouldn't have all ordered cocktails. I would never pay for a $300 meal to sit in my car. They tried to blame us for not telling them we were "in a rush", but I would not consider receiving food an hour after ordering it a rush. The food that we did receive was delicious but not at all worth the wait and the stress of dealing with their unapologetic manager. read more

Heaven! This sweet little farm to table restaurant was finger licking good. We had their lamb chop special served with curry sauce for your rice, the mulligatawny soup was creamy and full of flavor and the veggie dishes were equally appealing. Don't leave without trying their cinnamon ice cream, which was was amazing because the cinnamon was present but not overpowering. That is artistry! Seating options include regular tables and a bench type seating with lots of pillows, which was great for our toddler. It is worth stopping in and enjoying. read more

The quality of the ingredients is great, the portions are relatively small for the price, the menu is varied (e.g. they have Northern and Southern Indian dishes), and food is very good. Overall, it's probably about 30% more expensive than I think it's worth, even considering the ingredient quality. The food is not entirely classical richer Indian flavors which I'd prefer, but seems to be adapted a bit to local tastes so the flavors and spicing are a bit subdued but probably makes it more popular. We got curb-side delivery which was well-packaged and the food served hot. Very happy with that. For the food: The plain dosa (lentil crepe) was crispy and light served with a sambar, and a coconut flavor chutney. It went well together and was good. The garlic naan was also fresh and good. The tadka dal (lentil soup) was slightly spicy, but too small a portion for the price. The chana gobi was good but could have had more spicing. The Rajasthan Murghi was excellent and I would come back for this dish! The chicken wasn't overcooked, the flavors were rich, and I'd never had this dish before. The Boti kebab, while good was not unique or different enough to justify the price for four small pieces of lamb kabab. read more

Everything is so tasty. The masala dosa and their accompaniments are so filling and delicious.

After a long day of driving my boyfriend and I were excited to go 30 minutes out of our way to get take out from here. We called two hours in advance and scheduled a pick-up time of 7pm. When we arrived, another group was waiting in the entryway. We waited a couple of minutes before walking over to the bar and asking about our order. Instead of greeting us kindly, the host snipped at us for being early and said we would have to wait. We weren't upset at this point. The restaurant was clearly busy and we were early. Plus, Covid is tough on restaurants. So, we walked around until 7pm. When we came back inside, the other group was still waiting to be noticed and another group had come in. We were all packed tightly into a tiny entryway with floor to ceiling black curtains and lit candles just one bump away from starting a fire. We chased down the host again and he told us, rudely, that our order still wasn't ready. So, we walked around some more, checking in at ten minute intervals. After 30 minutes we were tired and hungry, tempted by the neighboring restaurants where the two wiser groups ended up. We finally got our food after 40 minutes. The bag was packed insecurely, and had to be immediately repacked because of a spill. At almost $100 for two people I would have expected better service and larger servings. The food was alright, but it was overpriced and not worth the wait, which we actively tried to avoid by ordering in advance. The only item they made before we arrived were the samosa. At three hours old they were soggy and irredeemable. read more

Great place for dinner while driving through Rhinebeck. Our favorite dish was the fried cauliflower appetizer. Enjoyed their soup, lamb shank, and rice pudding dessert as well. Wouldn't so much recommend the garlic naan as it wasn't as flavorful as hoped. Beautiful interior and amazing service. Make a reservation! read more

Visited my brother from out of town and he's been wanting to show me this spot for a long time. Best Indian food I've ever had, hands down. The food is traditional Indian but they manage to incorporate unique flavors that make the food special. Not super oily, everything was very fresh and cooked to perfection. Very friendly customer service too, which seems to be a lost art these days. Well done, Cinnamon! read more