Dosa Grill

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4 years ago

I really enjoyed my brunch the other day and was pleasantly surprised on the variety of choices they had. The good and bad part about this review is I cannot recall any of the names of the foods I ate! So, my comment is a general take away from brunch. I had a little bit of everything. I was satisfied with it all of it. From the different types of chicken, (Manchurian, Madras, Mango...) pudding's, veggies and fruit custard... I'm a fan. They only offered water but it would've been nice for someone at least want come outside and give some drinking options. I will be back. read more

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Jenny S.

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2 years ago

We had the buffet and everything was really good, fresh and hot. Mango lassi is a must. The restaurant was very clean and welcoming. The servers were quiet but nice. We will definitely go back! read more

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Race B.

1 year ago

First time at Dosa Grill- and it was fantastic!! The dinner buffet had lots of choices including Chicken Tandoori & Chicken Tikka Masala. Our server was very attentive and even brought a plate of complementary Dosas for our table- and they were scrumptious! I especially enjoyed the rice pudding. Can't wait to go back!! read more

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Nicoletta I.

1 year ago

Food was great and the service was fast, friendly, and attentive! I loved the chicken tikka masala, garlic naan and veg samosas!

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As an Indian American, that too of South Indian descent, I had high hopes for Dosa Grill because of the name. But I kind of feel catfished honestly. Yes, they have dosa and utthapam varieties, but this is essentially another North Indian restaurant with most of the dishes common to the average Indian restaurant in the U.S. and Canada. My food was good - masala dosa and papdi chaat - and my friend really liked his sesame seed naan, garlic naan, and Madras chicken curry. But the food did not blow me away. Also, I noticed a lot of people very upset with the delays on their pickups. Multiple women complained about waiting 20 to 45 min. past the time when their food was supposed to be ready. I am not sure if this place prioritizes deliveries vs. take out orders, but it looked like a mess. read more

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Cassie C.

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5 years ago

Dosa Grill has quickly become my go-to Indian restaurant in Syracuse. I've recently fallen more in love with it after experiencing their dinner buffet. For $12/person it's one of the best kept secrets around! And of course a shout out to the amazing staff who is always so courteous. read more

Dosa Grill - Dinner buffet (10/10); this is one of the best deals in Syracuse! $12/person for unlimited access to their top selling dishes. - Indian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Dosa Grill - Group shot with our wonderful server who we tipped generously. - Indian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Matthew M.

2 years ago

Dosa Grill is a top-notch restaurant. My family and I ate there for my wife's birthday over the weekend. She is originally from New Delhi and she says their Southern Indian food is the absolute best in the area. The food was absolutely delicious. We loved every dish we ordered, and the prices were extremely reasonable. The high quality of their food is equaled by great service. You never have to ask for a thing and their waiters are extremely attentive and anticipate any need you have. We would highly recommend this restaurant to all, and it is a top tier dining experience. read more

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Blessy J.

2 years ago

Such a good experience, food was great and service was on point. Very friendly place . We ordered the chicken tikka masala, saag paneer, Shahi paneer and goat curry , with garlic naan. Everything was so tasty and wonderful! read more

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We were stopping through Syracuse and thought we'd try this place off a recommendation of a friend. The food was excellent. We tried both the frogi paneer (which was a special) and vegetable manchurian. Both were very fresh tasting and incredible. My friend had the chicken tikka masala which she said was her go to. They had quick service, were attentive, and fresh tasty food. Flavors were better than some of the Indian restaurants at bigger cities. Overall, would definitely recommend and return. read more

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Joanne R.

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My first adventure into Indian food. Yelpers gave this restaurant good reviews so I thought I'd try it. They had a lunch Buffet today 11:30-2:30 (Monday to Saturday) so I thought it was a perfect time for me to try things to see what I like. A few dishes I didn't care for but I really liked the veg pakora, navrathan korma, saag paneer, naan and mango custard for desert. The service is excellent and the owner came over and spoke to me and asked me about my experience. He explained to me that no dosa on the lunch buffet but it's served on the dinner buffet (on Monday nights) or at dinner. I want to come back and try that. Overall great experience!!! read more

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Tara M.

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4 years ago

Staff was efficient and our food came out relatively quickly. Food was okay. Nothing to go out of your way for, but not horrible. The garlic naan was pretty amazing thought. We both went to the bathroom during our visit. This pretty much turned me off from ever wanting to stop here again. Maybe it was a busy Saturday, maybe not. But to me the bathroom says a lot on how a restaurant takes care of the rest of the facility. read more

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Eric F.

2 years ago

Great food. Very attentive service. Generous portions. Served in tureens with a separate plate of rice that facilitates sharing meals. Super friendly. A casual fine-dining vibe. read more

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Thea V.

2 years ago

Dosa grill's food is definitely delicious. The people who work there are kind and accommodating. The inside of dosa is fancy-ish, but definitely nice. The food is delicious but really inconsistent-- the few times I've eaten there and gotten it delivered have been really different tasting food even though I'll order the same thing. Their spice level is also just always a bit higher than I'd like, but that's personal preference! read more

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Hussein M.

2 years ago

Loved the food! And the service was amazing.The place was nice and the music was good too! read more

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Linda F.

2 years ago

Food is delicious! I'm never disappointed. I'm a vegetarian and love their korma, sag paneer and many other dishes. I've been going there at least 7 years now. Linda Falco Manlius NY read more

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Vic L.

2 years ago

Back at dosa again...wow! Rahul, best server of all time. Free desert again. So kind. Amazing food. Amazing vibes. read more

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Alexandra S.

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4 years ago

This place is SO GOOD. I'm still giving it 5 stars even though it's very busy and you will often have to wait for your food for pick up. A few times they've even like lost my order and had to redo it, but honestly, it's worth it because it tastes so good. I've never dined in, always only done take out, since I like to gorge myself on Indian Food in private. Chana Masala, mango chutney, naan are beyond fantastic. Actually- I don't think I've ever had a dish I didn't like here. read more

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Susan H.

2 years ago

The food is always delicious. The ambiance is comfortable and pleasant. The staff is friendly, helpful and the service is very good. A great lunch buffet, too. I highly recommend this restaurant. To my mind the best Indian food in the area. read more

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Bob F.

2 years ago

It took over an hour (1:10) to get food when they said it would only be 30-40 minutes. And there is no one in the restaurant. With kids that is awful. If you want to wait forever this could be your place but never again for us. read more

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ann M.

2 years ago

Excellent food, very beautiful restaurant nice and clean, even the bathroom was clean!! The service was outstanding we never had to ask for anything. Thank you Ronnie and other guy! read more

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Dosa Grill was good for a lunch with co-workers. We came after the lunch rush and the lunch buffet was still very fresh and being filled. The ambiance is clean but not so memorable.. the price is reasonable and the quality is consistent! Next time I'm in DeWitt I'll make a point to stop... read more

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Lila A.

2 years ago

I visit this place about once a month--it's hands down the best Indian restaurant in the Syracuse area! They offer lunch buffets, and you can even get it to go. I love all their dishes, especially how you can customize the spice level to your liking. The service is fantastic; they always make sure your drink is refilled promptly. It's truly amazing--you should definitely give it a try! read more

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Tai W.

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2 years ago

Indian food is my favorite. And I love that this place offered Southern and Northern cuisine. The service is fast and friendly. They also offered a buffet and dinner menu service. Clean and plenty of seating. Their social Dosa menu is perfect for sharing at the table and comes with a variety of sauces. read more

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Laura J.

2 years ago

The atmosphere is very comfortable. The dosas were authentic and tasty! My friend got the buffet and loved it. I am not fond of sweet drinks, so I tried the salty lassie and enjoyed it! Highly recommended! read more

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Mark S.

2 years ago

Great food and the buffet is a good value. Very friendly and attentive staff. Easily the best Indian food in Syracuse!

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My hometown has a huge Indian population so I have high standards for Indian food and was excited to find one in Syracuse. I ordered takeout which was ready when they said. The portions were large and the naan was good, although the chicken tikka masala had zero flavor or spice. Wouldn't recommend. read more

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C C.

2 years ago

I'm a vegan and they were very accommodating. Service was fantastic! Very attentive! Thank you for your hospitality!

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Ron P.

2 years ago

Fantastic Restaurant, convenient with parking, very good Indian cuisine, nice atmosphere, quiet clean ,visually appealing, service is excellent, price is good to average cost, give a good tip these restaurants are becoming more rare Owner Run business, best part is to be recognized with a smile read more

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El T.

2 years ago

Dosa Grill is our favorite Indian restaurant in Syracuse! Delicious food, large portions, great selections. Takeout and buffet are great choices. Price is good too. We are a family of 5 and order here often. read more

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DB C.

2 years ago

Been coming for 6 years. Consistently GREAT. Always many Indian families eating there as well - which is a good sign to me. The service is very good, it's fast, clean and we love it! read more

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Jesse B.

2 years ago

Fantastic food! Very nice servers and have extra food. Went for the buffet, so many options including deserts. So worth it. A go to spot in Syracuse for sure. The best Indian food in the area. Good music, isn't too loud like other restaurants. The server was rahual, gave food advice about the best food! read more

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2 years ago

Food very flavorful. Service very attentive and friendly. Very good dining experience!

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Lisa D.

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1 year ago

*First off, take note that most of the Google reviews are paid for/written by a bot - no restaurant gets that many a day, and they are all positive from the past year - We didn't realize that until after our visit unfortunately.* I came in last week for the first time with my husband after working a tiring 10 hour day. We are not from the state and craved some good Indian food. I was about to order the Shrimp Tikka Masala until I saw lobster & crab options for only a few dollars more - The price should've been a red flag but I was naively excited. I asked the server ahead of time if the crabmeat would be real or imitation. He seemed offended & confused by my question, so I quickly explained that some restaurants do use imitation (ex. Every California Sushi roll ever), which is fine, but I would just order something else if so. He assured me that it was real crabmeat. I was expecting a small pile of lump crab like you would typically see in a pasta dish & was willing to sacrifice quantity for quality, since I love crab. When my food arrived, it was so packed with "crab meat" that it should have cost over $100. I cut into a thick, bright red cylinder and immediately knew it was imitation crab. My husband & I have eaten a lot of crab meat in our lives and it's not very hard to know the difference. When the server came back, we asked him again if he was sure it was real crab, because it was clearly imitation - It had no flavor and was solid, not stringy or flaky like real crab. He spend the next few minutes trying to convince me that it was real, until another server came over and started doing the same thing. I felt so awkward, like I was causing a scene, and they didn't offer to ask the chef or replace the dish, so I ended up just eating around it. They went so overboard explaining that they only use fresh ingredients, not even frozen, that it was very clear they would rather keep the lie going than just admit it. It continued each time they refilled our water, which was crazy. I gave 3 stars because the tikka masala sauce was still actually good, as was the garlic naan, rice pudding and soup. The bathroom was filthy. They saw that I didn't eat any of the very obvious huge chunks of imitation crab, I didn't want to wrap up anything to take home, but they didn't offer a refund or any kind of consolation. The whole experience left me feeling really weird & uncomfortable, and we're still thinking about it days later. It's sad because we don't like to complain at restaurants and we would have been really understanding if they told us the truth, but they doubled down and gaslit us. We've both worked in restaurants before. We wouldn't have done that to customers - and for what? 4 extra dollars? So strange and unprofessional. I wonder what else they're not honest about... read more

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reilly z.

2 years ago

Went here with a large group to celebrate a birthday and it was great. Had the Chana Masala and was a great vegetarian option.

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Robert G.

2 years ago

I eat here fairly often. The food is always delicious along with excellent service from the staff. Whenever I need to meet someone for lunch in the Syracuse area, I always recommend meeting at Dosa Grill. I've not been disappointed! read more

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Abby O.

2 years ago

The buffet was delicious! Everything was warm and the servers were attentive. Highly recommend the desserts and paneer.

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Mikaela S.

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6 years ago

This was such a happy find. A friend and I went to Green Lakes State Park earlier that day and it was maybe a 10 minute drive away. Delicious food at Dosa Grill. Definitely photo worthy. Great prices. She ordered Chicken Makhni ($12.95) and the chicken was mouth watering and tender. I ordered Chicken Tikka Saag ($12.95) and the sauce was delicious with a small spice kick. I also ordered a Mango lassi ($2.95) and it was a great consistency.They also have a gluten free options section on the menu. Service was both good but also a little slow. Worth the wait. read more

Dosa Grill - Rice, Chicken Makhni (orange), and Chicken Tikka Saag (green) - Indian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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4467 E Genesee St
Syracuse, NY 13214
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(315) 445-5555
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Hours

What time does Dosa Grill open?

Dosa Grill opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Dosa Grill opens at 4:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Dosa Grill opens at 12:00 PM on Sunday.

What time does Dosa Grill close?

Dosa Grill closes at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Dosa Grill closes at 9:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Dosa Grill closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.Dosa Grill closes at 11:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PMFri-Sat 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Sun 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Dosa Grill take credit cards?

Yes, Dosa Grill takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Dosa Grill have catering options?

Yes, Dosa Grill does have catering options.

Does Dosa Grill serve alcohol?

Yes, Dosa Grill serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Dosa Grill allow dogs?

Yes, Dosa Grill allows dogs.

Does Dosa Grill have TVs?

Yes, Dosa Grill has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Dosa Grill have bike parking?

Yes, Dosa Grill has bike parking.

Does Dosa Grill have outdoor seating?

Yes, Dosa Grill has outdoor seating options.

Does Dosa Grill have parking?

Yes, Dosa Grill has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Dosa Grill have free WiFi?

No, Dosa Grill does not have free WiFi.

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Everything here was super great and enjoyable! We came in on…read morea Saturday night and had the place to ourselves and sat by the fireplace on a cold snowy night. Our waitress was very kind and the food came out quickly. Everything was delicious and good sizes! I tried a mango lassi for the first time and I really liked it, like a mango smoothie almost! They have a very large menu I would definitely love to come back to try some more of their options!

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A friend was really excited to try Raj Saffron after seeing the wonderful reviews. Her first…read moreexperience with Indian food was not so good, but I had been here before and told her it was really good. She was looking for advice from me, but I was very happy when the owner came by and said he could select our food and we trusted him.He asked us a few questions about spice level, proteins, etc. He said he would bring us an appetizer, a chicken entree and a vegetable entree. He also brought us 2 hot chai drinks. We agreed it was the best chai we've ever had....it was mildly sweet and the spices were perfect. We were brought as an appetizer...fried cauliflower with a Manchurian sauce which was sweet, mildly spicy and a touch sour..... perfect. We got 4 beautiful veggie balls..... finely minced veggies with paneer in a very creamy sauce. The taste was a little sweet and when eaten on the super hot and fresh naan it was delicious. Our last dish was chicken kebabs, I believe made in the tandoori oven with spices and served with a beautiful sweet, creamy tomato sauce. We didn't ask for dessert but we're brought a complementary rice pudding to share... heavenly! We were checked on several times and water glasses were kept filled. We are both big water drinkers. I was so impressed with both service and food. If I could rate it more than 5 stars, I would do it!!

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Finally went back after a couple of years. Sadly the desserts seemed different this time. I had…read morereally enjoyed the dessert last time and was excited to go back but this time some of them were overly watery. It's possible they were like that because it was the evening but I was pretty disappointed. I'll try again in the future.

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Another takeout thursday 5/21/26…read more Biryani was spicy which I love. The korma was good. The paratha and white rice were ok. Overall portions were good, price was fair, and everything tasted good.

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4.6(28 reviews)

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Very good Indian food at reasonable prices. We ordered sag paneer, Bhaigan Bhartha, a chicken tikka…read morepizza, and garlic naan. The sag was rich and very flavorful. The bhaigan bhartha (eggplant) was spiced perfectly. All dishes come in three different heat levels; mild, medium, and hot. The garlic naan was excellent with a great aroma. The tikka pizza missed a little bit. Very good crust (I believe it was naan). The chicken tikka on top was of top quality. But, it lost it with the mozzarella and tomato sauce. I was expecting a sauce more reminiscent of the sauce that comes with chicken tikka masala, like I've had on other Indian pizzas. Just some Indian spices mixed into the sauce. Not a killer, just something to avoid next time. And, they have over 10 different Indian ice cream flavors.

One of our favorite spot to get Indian food. Their Buffett is a hit or miss depending on the…read moredishes. If you are there for dinner, get chicken biryani, garlic naan, palak paneer.

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Sahota Palace

3.7(116 reviews)

7.6 mi

LOVE this place! The food is always so flavorful and the portion sizes are excellent. I've done the…read moretandoori chicken and the chicken jalfrezi multiple times, but I'm partial to the tandoori. I go spicy on the chicken! For the appetizers, of course we had to go with the naan and samosas, but we also really enjoy the vegetable pakora. They come with two delicious sauces that pack a flavorful punch. We often get takeout, but we have dined in and staff is incredibly kind. We've almost never had to wait long for our order, and if you sign up for rewards you can get some decent money off your order. The inside of the restaurant is nice, it's just a little dark with almost no windows, but like I said, the staff is super attentive and kind. A heads up that the to go chicken tandoori is posted as having basmati rice but hasn't come with it. My wife gets the tikka masala, which does come with (a lot of) rice, so we figure they just combine it. Honestly, with the to go chicken, you get basically two portions so rice is not necessary!

Yummy Indian food! Came on a Friday for their buffet lunch. Good variety of food; they had about 9…read moremenu items (4 chicken dishes, 5 vegetarian dishes), naan, as well as salad and 4 sauces/ dips, assorted pickled vegetables, rice pudding and gulab jamun for dessert options. We also ordered a side of freshly made garlic naan, which came out Everything was flavorful and delicious.

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Anna F.

6 years ago

I looovee going to this place for my Indian food cravings. It's convenient and close by, and the same 2 food items I order (chicken Tika masala and sag paneer) are my all time favorites. I've never had a bad time with this place until recently. I'm thinking it may be due to the fact I had ordered close to closing time and that maybe business has spiked since COVID started. It was really busy when I went in to pick up my food that I had ordered thru grub hub. I waited, no exaggeration, more than an hour for something that usually took 15mins. I saw people who were waiting before me leave what I could tell was a long time with their food, and people who came in after me, leave before me with their food. Even though my order should've been sent in thru grub hub ( where I had gotten confirmation that it went thru!) the man behind the register asked me what I ordered (no joke) probably 3-4 times in the duration that I was there. There was no communication between the employees and the customers who were waiting patiently and understanding as there is of course that language barrier. No one knew what was going on and the workers kept asking what we had ordered, multiple times. Disorganized and frankly embarrassing night for the dosa grill. When I was finally done waiting and got my food, I went home only to find out they gave me hot spiced chicken Tika masala, despite having ordered mild AND telling the workers REPEATEDLY. read more

Rahul K.

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496

3 years ago

Finding authentic Indian cuisine outside of India can be a challenge, especially for those who have grown up with the rich flavors and diverse dishes that are a staple in Mumbai. It's understandable that the adaptation of these dishes to suit different palates may not always meet the expectations of someone seeking the taste of home. The experience of mutton biryani, a dish known for its complex spices and preparation, can vary greatly from one restaurant to another, and it's disappointing when the flavors don't match up to those remembered from India, especially when the cost is also a consideration. The quest for authentic flavors often involves a trial and error process, and it seems that the search in Syracuse has been less than fruitful so far. The slow service and lackluster ambiance mentioned only add to the sense that the dining experience is not worth repeating. It's a reminder of how deeply personal and important food is to our sense of culture and community, and how it can be a form of connection to our roots and heritage. Finding a place that serves food which resonates with one's cultural palate and expectations can be an important aspect of feeling at home in a new place. read more

Bharath N.

11 years ago

Once again I entered into my Indian food environment, here waiters are very social inviting the customers and taking care of them very well, the patience in them is so great even the busy times we are served well n fast.... The food here gives me remembrance of India every time, my favorite color masala Dosa and chicken tikki masala the best always.. Not only these but all the dishes are delicious, every time I get here I order new dishes and gives me same satisfaction as always and at last I think I pay reasonable prices of what I needed... read more

Matthew H.

2 years ago

Dosa will fill your nose with a symphony of wonderful flavors from the moment you walk in the door. Their food is great and the service is attentive and friendly. The owner even encouraged me that I could still use an expired coupon out of pure hospitality! The Chicken mahkni is a favorite and is so delicious I am amazed every time I order it. My biggest critique is that the level of spiciness is somewhat unclear. Even as a weakling white guy I can easily handle a medium for my favorite dish, but even a mild biriyani pushes my limits on heat! read more

Stephen C.

10 years ago

I've lived in India for a decade so I'm very familiar with Indian food. This restaurant isn't fancy but the food is pretty good. Tastes authentic to real Indian food, and they have a great selection. Service could be a little better but overall a fine place to eat. read more

Manoj R.

11 years ago

When I go to Syracuse the first thing that comes to my mind is dosa grill, yesterday I ordered Dosa and tandoori chicken it's very delicious, I like food very much up there, butter masala Dosa, oven made specials are some of my favorite dishes over there. read more

Melinda B.

11 years ago

I got take out. Everything came as ordered. We had the Saag Paneer and the Navratan Korma. The Saag was a great quality, and the Navratan was AMAZING! Rice was really tasty and flavored with Indian Spices. Definitely my favorite Indian food in Syracuse. read more

Bhupen P.

12 years ago

Like the food and the service. Place is a little small other than that no complaint. Pretty consistent taste and service. My favorite is Mysore Masala Dosa. If you like egg plant, egg plant masala with garlic nan is good one to try. read more

David R.

11 years ago

Our go to place for Indian in Syracuse. Not crazy about their dosa's but the tandoori chicken legs are great. Another of my favorite is lamb biryani. If you are a garlic naan fan ask for it with extra garlic. read more

B R.

8 years ago

Last Sunday I had the lunch buffet during lunch and had the special briyanni rice and they gave fresh naan to the table and the service was great. I would recommend to my friends and go again myself. read more

Ann B.

8 years ago

I went yesterday with my family for dinner. The service was very friendly and the food was very good, everyone enjoyed it. I loved the chicken tikka masala! I would definitely go back. read more

Atchyut S.

10 years ago

There are good south Indian tiffins. some of them are really good to have especially dosas and utapam. dont miss it if u are going to syracuse and wanted to try some good food . read more

Rohit K.

10 years ago

Great Indian food at a reasonable price.Do try deserts. The spicy vegetarian / non vegetarian curries along with bread is a great combination. read more

Sai G.

11 years ago

Really a bad place to stop by. Very rude customer service and bad service. They really don't know how to receive a customer and talk to them. read more

Sarah H.

9 years ago

Told me 30 minutes to come pick up food in 30 minutes. Sat waiting for 30 after arriving on time. Offered nothing for my time.

Karalee C.

2 years ago

The food was delicious and the service was excellent.The restaurant was very clean with a friendly atmosphere.

Abhinav M.

10 years ago

The food was Good. Especially the south indian food was good uthappam and dosa are good to taste.

Jared S.

9 years ago

First visit. Got the buffet for a chance to sample a variety. Good value and enjoyed the food.

Preethi M.

9 years ago

This is probably the least pleasant experience with Indian Food If you can avoid please do. read more

Ann L.

7 years ago

I really enjoyed my dinner there! It is one of my favorite restaurants ever! Thanks again!

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