We have been coming here for 15 years, always great and consistent--the best Indian food, period.read more

Usually a great experience!…read more Every time I go to India Palace I wonder why it has been so long since I had been there last. We have a few Indian restaurants in southern New Hampshire and few are as consistent as India Palace. Whenever I visit, I know that I will have a great meal. Though I am finally learning that when we visit for a meal, we should always SHARE an entree instead of having one of our own. There is lots of space with enough tables to feed multiple large groups. And the servers are always extremely helpful and proactive. I love trying new things by asking them for their recommendations. So far I have not been lead astray. And be certain to take your leftovers home with you! They're just as good, if not better the following day! And if you love spice, ask for your food for as spicy as they do it at home.

We were in Londonderry and found Destination India in the vicinity while looking for an East Indian…read morerestaurant. It was quiet and there was only one other table with guests, probably because we were there around 4:00, shortly before the dinner hour. Bathroom cleanliness is critical restaurant criteria: Destination gets 4.5 stars for cleanliness. Our waiter was very polite and stood away, watching and waiting, ready to serve. Two of us shared one flavorful vegetarian entrée with rice, a side of perfectly spicy red chile paste and an order of garlic naan. Destination was convenient and good quality

Quaint Indian restaurant in Downtown Derry. The coconut margarita was absolutely delicious and…read morecreamy. I'd never tried Rupee beer and was delighted to find that it has a good taste, kind of similar to a Blue Moon. My friend got the mango margarita and said he tasted like a basic puree. We got the spinach pakora and onion bhaji app. The onion bhaji was incredible. It was a fried semi-caramelized onion patty, which came with two chutneys. I love onions and look forward to trying this dish again. I got the chicken korma, a dish I've been interested in trying for some time now. I hope that all chicken kormas are like this one because the flavor was absolutely incredible! It's creamy cashew sauce with cubed chicken. I got mine at a medium spice level and it was perfect. The dish was really layered in its flavors with the cashew flavor not being over powering. The restaurant is a pretty nice size, with plenty of tables and room for many guests. The bar is small and the drinks took a while, but we came at the end of the night and I think there were only two people working the front. It seemed like a family owned spot and I hope they succeed here. The food was delicious!

Usually, when I pass an Indian restaurant, it's the usual place with chicken tikka masala, some…read morecurries and tandoor proteins and biryani. Desi Chowrastha is not that. If you're looking to expand out of the typical Indian fare found in America (read: North Indian), this place is for you. Now, the establishment does have curry. It also has a whole list of biryani, idlli and dosas, desserts, appetizers, and Indian style street snacks / chaat. Excited for my dinner, I ordered the chicken fry biryani ($16.99) and sev puri ($7.49). I took half of the biryani home as leftovers - a testament to their generous portions. The Sev Puri contained crispy fried flour discs and spiced potato topped with condiments. A whole constellation of flavors managed to reside here - spicy, sweet, tangy, savory, salty, crunchy - all without feeling overpowering or heavy. It proved quite refreshing. The biryani was packed with flavor, Not a single bite of rice seemed unseasoned. Bay leaves and dried chili peppers poked out of the rice. This makes biryani from other places taste downright bland. Additionally, spicy here means properly spicy. I needed a stack of napkins. It also came with a side of raw onions and lime wedge, raita, and biryani gravy/sauce. Both the gravy and biryani itself tasted extra earthy, similar (in my mind at least) to cardamom. The chicken itself seemed to have been both marinated and fried. The outer skin/crust was soaked with flavor. Previously, I had struggled to find decent Indian food in Boston, after having become accustomed to my Bay Area Indian coworkers' favorite spots (and Vik's Chaat in West Berkeley). Thankfully, I can come here now.

Like any other above average Indian restaurant. Tried a variety from their menu...all were good…read more Just don't try their chowrasta fried chicken appetiser....no spice and bland...almost like the one they chop up and put in their fried rice etc. Will visit again if Indian is on my mind and am in the vicinity. All of this is good and you can go for it... Chowrastha chicken curry Cholle poori Garlic naan Chicken fried rice Golkonda kodi Chowrastha special goat Chowrastra fried chicken...don't have this

We came here on a whim after shopping at Costco and I'm so glad we decided to give it a try because…read morewe were treated to one culinary delight after another. The prices are reasonable and the service was attentive. The whole restaurant is clean, especially the restrooms which smelled like they were freshly cleaned. Service was pretty slow because the food is made to order. Everything came out piping hot and so full of flavor. I was sad I got full so soon because I really wanted to keep eating. This is going to be a guaranteed stop on our future trips to Nashua.

Food and service was excellent! Will Definitely go back…read moreagain. We tried the chicken korma, chicken vindaloo, and a grilled lamb dish (can't remember the name!)

Clean establishment, friendly and generous service. Had garlic naan, chicken curry, saag paneer,…read morerice and gulab jamun. Everything was cooked and seasoned to perfection. Will be back for more.

Visited today for lunch. We can report that the chicken curry, chicken tikki masala and the regular…read moreNan were all outstanding. They vary the heat by request. Service was prompt and friendly. We will definitely be returning.

Wonderful restaurant that raises the standard in this part of New England for Indian cuisine. It…read morewas a bit out of my usual neighborhood and so it took a while to uncover. But finally I did and boy am I happy. Very much a family affair - husband and wife who share maitre'd and server responsibilities. And other relatives in the kitchen cooking up a storm. What first grabbed my attention were the huge number of dosas they offer. Seeing any dosa on a menu at all is a rarity and so to see the wide variety they feature was amazing. I opted for the Andhra Kara Masala and it was excellent. The dosa itself crispy and warm and the condiments beautifully integrated. We opted for the mixed veggie pakoras as an appetizer on the recommendation of the owner and they were served warm and crispy. The batter was light - nothing like the thick sludge that usually adorns the deep fried nuggets of vegetable delight. The accompanying tamarind sauce was sweet and clean and the mint-cilantro suitably refreshing. Lovey got garlic naan and saag paneer. Smooth and creamy, the saag was exactly as hoped for and the garlic naan was chewy, warm and toothsome. Dessert was carrot halwa. Hard to believe carrots make such an excellent warm dessert but they do. Richly satisfying with just the right touch of sweetness. We look forward to returning and sampling the rest of the menu!

We were visiting our grandchildren (& their parents, of course). My daughter went to a dance…read moreperformance with 2 of the kids; we went out for dinner with son-in-law and one grandson who chose this restaurant. It's a place his dad has taken him to before and he loves it! We go for Indian food occasionally and we like it, so off we went to Salem NH. Grandson ordered a dosa for all of us as an appetizer, something with chopped onions, it was pretty good. My dish was the saag paneer, which I ordered what they call "American spicy." Spicy? Not! If I go back, I'd order Indian Medium Spicy! My husband liked his chana masala. Both were served with white rice. My son-in-law had a korma dish, I don't remember which one, Indian medium spicy, loved it, and he ordered garlic naan. We ordered roti. My grandson is gluten free and dairy free. I don't remember what he ate, but he's all in when he's predisposed to liking something, so I only remember that he was happy with it! We love the carrot halwa at our local favorite Indian restaurant in midtown Manhattan, so we ordered it for all 4 of us. It was much sweeter than we're used to; tasty but too sweet to finish. Anyway, it's a good local choice up there and my grandson chose it again just the other day for his birthday dinner out!

Horrible!!! Absolute garbage. Ordered take away chow mein noodles and fried rice. I have never…read moreeaten such a bad chow mein noodles. It was anything but a chow mein. Fried rice. It tasted like pulao. No soya sauce. Asked for a refund. One piece of advice: ask all your chef to go and taste food in some good restaurants. At least they will know what good food is. And then start cooking.

As always.... never disappoints.... food is delicious... the aromas mouth watering. staff is…read morefriendly and accommodating. This place is simply fantastic. Parking is easy Very reasonably priced. Garlic na'an was soft, hot and loaded with garlic.... Indian music playing in the background but not too loudly. Nice art on the walls. Clean and comfortable tables that don't crowd the patrons.

We visited Bawarchi in Tyngsborough this weekend. The food…read moreoverall was good, but the dining experience was let down by very slow and unhelpful service. *Mysore Masala Dosa was delicious -- crispy with tasty potato filling. However, the red chutney spread inside was way too sour for our liking. The sambar and chutneys on the side were flavorful. *Porotta was nicely flaky and served warm. *Vada was good, but the idli tasted old and clearly reheated, not freshly made. *Veg Hakka Noodles were tasty but mostly just noodles with barely any veggies. *Andhra Special Goat Curry was excellent; flavorful with tender, well-cooked mutton. *Mutton roast Biryani was also very good, with moist, flavorful rice and perfectly cooked mutton pieces. Unfortunately, the service was extremely slow. It took 45 minutes for our food to arrive even though there were only a few other tables occupied. Our server never checked in during the entire 1.5 hours we were there. When we asked questions about the menu, she seemed completely unfamiliar with the items and couldn't give any clear answers. It felt like she was new or hadn't been trained properly, which made ordering a bit frustrating. The decor is simple and casual, similar to many Indian restaurants. The TV was playing loud music, which made the vibe a bit chaotic rather than relaxing. The food was overall good, and there's definitely potential here. But the slow service, lack of staff engagement, and poor menu knowledge made the experience less enjoyable. Hopefully, they can improve on that front because we would definitely love to come back!

The country chicken curry was very good. Almost tasted like back in India. It did not need the…read moreextra butter. It would have been better without added butter. That's only needed when the chef does not know how to prepare the dish properly. In this case, he does. They make good chicken gongura as well. But they don't know how to make chicken chettinad so I would skip that. Irani chai can be less sweet and made with 2% milk rather than whole milk to taste better. One of their weak points was naans. Happy to see they have gotten much better. The ethnic style parota is region specific so not really like how I like it, but it is unique and you won't find this elsewhere. Worth a try because most restaurants don't make them or make them bad. This is not just good, but tastes like what it would taste in a village back in India. Retain the waiting staff as ladies for better customer service experience, especially for families. They are better than the disinterested guys you see at most Indian restaurants. If customers misbehave with them, take strict action because good customer service is a big differentiator. Hopefully this has not been an issue here. Food is better than chaurastha where all dishes taste the same. Better seating, less crowded. More cleaner than it used to be on previous visits. The bathroom can be cleaner. To get more customers, differentiate from other Indian restaurants, as you already seem to have a better cook,

Pani Puri The pani…read morepuri was fresh and flavorful. The puris were crisp, and the fillings were well-seasoned without being overly spicy. The pani had a good balance of mint, tanginess, and spice, making each bite refreshing and satisfying. It felt clean and well-prepared perfect for anyone who loves chaat. Vada Pav The vada pav was one of the highlights. The vada was hot, soft on the inside, and nicely crisp on the outside. The pav was fresh and lightly toasted, and the combination of garlic chutney, green chutney added the right punch. It had that authentic street-style flavor but with better hygiene. Paneer Sandwich The sandwich was simple but tasty. Generously filled with fresh vegetables and chutney, it had a good balance of creaminess and crunch. The bread was soft, and the grilling/toasting was done well. It's a solid, dependable option if you want something lighter than the other dishes. Overall Rating: 4.5/5 A great spot for quick, flavorful snacks. Thank you Komal for lovely ginger chai

Loved the food. The place is small so don't plan for a big group here. A small group of 4-5 people…read morecould be accommodated. Great sandwiches, puff was very unique, nice Frankie, loved the samosa pav, sev puri was great too. If you are planning for a good Indian snack place this is a very good option.

It's been some years since my first visit but Royal India remains excellent. Today, my dad and I…read morehad lunch. The chicken saag was delicious! The chicken was so tender. I also love their garlic naan- so flavorful, crispy, and not heavy with butter. Service was friendly and attentive. I will happily return.

This was my husband's favorite Indian restaurant, too bad it's under different ownership now! Food…read moresucked!