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    Indian Summer Harlem

    4.3 (216 reviews)
    ModerateIndian, Seafood
    Closed • 1:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago
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    Aaditya S.

    I called ahead to ask which curry had food color, and they confidently recommended the Paneer Makhani. Big mistake. When it arrived, it looked nothing like the real thing -- just Google what Paneer Makhani is supposed to look like. Most Indian restaurants in the U.S. (especially in the South, not NY) throw in a bit of color to make dishes look "Indian," but this one went all out. The dish had maybe five tiny pieces of paneer -- all bright pink, thanks to the food dye -- and that pretty much killed my mood and appetite. It tasted like pasta sauce mixed with sugar and a dash of regret. Honestly, you've probably got all the ingredients at home already, and since there's barely any paneer, you won't miss much by skipping this place. Save your money -- and your taste buds

    Lasuni Gobi (cauliflower)
    Sidy B.

    Delicious. Great service. Attentive owner. Dining at the front patio is wonderful. I've been dining here for well over a year and I'm always satisfied.

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    Conrad L.

    This place is a gem! If you're seeking a delicious and enjoyable dining experience, please check out Indian Summer. We dined outside on a comfortable mid-May evening and the food and service were fantastic!

    Mango Lassi and Veg. Samosa

    I absolutely love this place!! The service is so friendly (shout out Shamima) and the vibe is relaxed and cozy, especially on the patio when the weather is nice!! When I go, I always start with the veggie samosa. For my entree I've loved the Chicken Madras, but my FAVORITE has to be the Special Tawa Chicken with garlic naan. Of course, I have to get a mango lassi and have also had their Ras Malai which was AMAZING!!! I love this place so much and would recommend it to anyone!!

    We absolutely loved this place! We went at dinner time with a group of 7. The atmosphere is a perfect blend of fancy and family casual. The food is delicious. And the staff is so friendly. It's truly the service that makes this place special. Look for Mohammad Abbasi and Priyanka. They will make your dinner an experience to remember!

    Mango Lassi
    Whitney D.

    The food is very good and the prices are reasonable. The mango lassi is refreshing and not too sweet. The duck dishes are also quite tasty. The only drawback is that food ordered to go does not taste as good, but that may be due to the transport time from the restaurant to home.

    Free rice
    Alexus S.

    Loved it here! Food was so good and flavorful, the naan was perfectly fluffy and garlicky/buttery, the rice was delicious, and our server was very attentive! You also get a good amount of food for the price- I easily made two meals out of my dish, especially with filling up on the naan. Additionally, the rice comes with the entrees and you can order as much as you want. Personally, my favorite was the Chicken Madras, which was a little spicy with a lot of creamy flavor. My friends got the 1/2 tandoori chicken, which get out on a steaming plate, and the salmon tikka which I thought was lacking in flavor a bit. My only complaint was that I felt the food needed more salt but that's more of a personal preference and once I added the salt, it was delicious! We got 2x garlic naan, the dal shorba, 3 entrees and 3 glasses of wine- it came out to ~40/person

    Chatpati Poori

    The food is delicious. The ambiance and the service is excellent and friendly. Was our second time here, and we are excited to come back and try different menu items.

    Vegetable Platter
    Andreas K.

    We had a wonderful dinner, sitting outside and being allowed to have our 3 lap dogs with us. Shamima, the waiter, provided a very attentive and charming service. We started with vegetarian Samosa, a vegetable platter both of which were complemented by delicious sauce/dip. As mains we had the mango salmon (my fav this evening: absolutely splendid, smooth, creamy, sweet/salty - a dream), paneer makhani (a tomato based paneer dish), as well as a chicken korma. Really without exception, the dishes were on point and just a pure pleasure to combine with garlic naan and rice. We could not escape the desserts - and again, the mango cream with vanilla ice cream was my fav! But the Gulab Jamun and the Kheer (the latter on the house) were also very delicious.

    Tandoori VegetablesTandoori, Lamb Boti Masala, Chana Saag (Vegan)

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    Great food. Great service. I love this place. Get the Tawa Chicken. Trust me. You won't be sorry

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    Worst customer service. Do NOT order delivery, it will never arrive. What else is there to say.

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    I got the wings. Very little of it was edible because they were cooked until the meat fused with the bone.

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    Wonderful food great service. I am very pleased with this restaurant. I am going to keep coming back!

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    Mughlai Indian Cuisine- 2nd Ave - Naan

    Mughlai Indian Cuisine- 2nd Ave

    4.3(688 reviews)
    1.8 mi•Yorkville, Upper East Side
    •$$

    Every culture in the world has its own take on the perfect hangover remedy. Russians swear by…read morepickle brine. Germans swear by pickled herring. Yet, for some, the undiscovered remedy is Indian food. Not just any Indian food, but the kind that will make one swear off every last bit of water retained in the body while the brain forgets the hangover in attempts to fight over the insanity of the spice level ordered. Here comes Mughalai for the job. Lunch specials are excellent, offering a few courses to savor the flavors of this small establishment. Some of the best lamb vindaloo out there is found right here. Truly spectacular flavor alongside the intense spice. Wonderful samosas. Mulligatawny soup that does not disappoint. Mughlai is a casual spot that hits every parameter while delivering the kind of flavors that are hard to find outside of India.

    My girlfriend and I dined at the UWS location last night. We arrived at 9:00 PM and were never…read moreinformed that the restaurant would be closing at 9:45 PM. Had we known, we would have chosen to dine elsewhere. Unfortunately, the service that followed was extremely disappointing. We felt rushed throughout the entire meal. The lights were turned on and off while we were dining, creating an uncomfortable atmosphere and making it clear that the staff wanted us out as quickly as possible. I barely had time to enjoy my dinner before feeling pressured to finish. To make matters worse, as we were preparing to leave, I went to use the restroom and was told by the manager that it was closed. Considering that I had just spent over $100 on dinner, I found that response both surprising and unacceptable. I work in the food and beverage industry, so I understand the challenges of restaurant operations and always try to be respectful and understanding. I was polite throughout the evening, yet I felt like I was treated as an inconvenience rather than a paying guest. To be fair, the food itself was excellent. However, great food cannot make up for poor hospitality. Based on my experience, I would not recommend dining at this location. The behavior of the staff was unacceptable and fell far below the standard of service I would expect from a professional restaurant.

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    Mustard Indian Eatery - Mustard Indian - Delicious Lunch Special Rogan Josh (Lamb) with Naan

    Mustard Indian Eatery

    4.6(43 reviews)
    0.5 mi•Harlem

    I walked by earlier in the day, saw this restaurant, and something about it intrigued me. I decided…read moreto come back for dinner, and I'm so glad I did! The food was incredibly flavorful, and the staff was so warm and welcoming. I wasn't quite sure what I wanted to order, so I asked for their recommendations, and they did not disappoint. Everything I had was delicious! The restaurant itself is quaint and cozy, and I really enjoyed having a peaceful, relaxing meal by myself. It was the perfect little dinner experience. And the best part? My entire meal was under $30! I'll definitely be back.

    Went here in a Tuesday night, with my family (2 adults, 1 child). We were greeted warmly at the…read moredoor and the dining room was clean and minimalist in decor but smelled great. There weren't too many guests there at that time which was after 6pm but we like that since we aren't big on crowded restaurants. Our server was very friendly and knowledgeable about all the dishes. There's an open kitchen so you can see what the cooks are doing on your way to the very clean bathroom at the back. The drinks were great; we had a Limca (Indian lime soda), mango juice (full of mango flavor and not overly sweet) and Rooh Azfa lemonade (floral tasting). We ordered the samosa, which you get 2 good sized samosas filled with potatoes and cauliflower that are well seasoned with Indian spices like tumeric and cumin and comes with a sweet sauce that tasted like tamarind but I forgot to ask. We also ordered the luchi, which was a flaky, puffed bread that went great with the Aloo Bhartha and achar (spicy, vinegary mixed veggies). For our entrees, we had the Rogan Josh which was a bit on the spicy side and I should've ordered the raita to take down some of the spiciness. We also had the butter chicken, which was not spicy but deliciously seasoned and the shrimp caldinho, which was not spicy but well seasoned and flavorful. All the entrees came with basmati rice but we ordered garlic naan since they were all saucy. The entire experience was very authentic and full of flavor and warmth. If we are ever in the mood again for Indian food, we will definitely be back and try more dishes and the desserts.

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    Clove

    Clove

    4.2(373 reviews)
    1.1 mi•Harlem
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    The lunch platter was delicious and filling. Each bite beckoned another. The food and attentive…read moreservice make Clove an Uptown gem worth revisiting.

    I love Clove Indian Restaurant, and I do not use that word love lightly. This is one of those…read moreneighborhood spots that has been here for years and has earned its reputation the right way. They are well known for their great priced lunch menu, but even if you skip that and order anything else, the food is consistently good. The staff is always welcoming, attentive, and just genuinely pleasant. The restaurant has outdoor seating during good weather, and it makes the whole experience feel even better. The theme and the design inside are well thought out. You feel the atmosphere as soon as you walk in. It is comforting in a way that makes you want to take your time and enjoy the meal. I have been here multiple times and one thing I always notice is the variety of people who dine here. You see folks from different backgrounds, cultures, income levels, and walks of life. That says a lot. Good food brings everybody together. When an upper class couple is sitting next to students and a family visiting from halfway across the world, you know the restaurant is doing something right. Now about the food. It is beyond good. It is the kind of comforting Indian food that hits the spot every single time. The portions are good and sometimes even a lot depending on the dish you order. I have been to many Indian restaurants, including pricier ones, and yet Clove stands out. It is not just the food or just the staff. It is the combination of everything working together. This place is excellent, and I am giving them a solid five. If you are in the neighborhood, go. If you are not in the neighborhood, go anyway. You will thank yourself. Cheers.

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    Clove - From their delicious lunch buffet $9.95 11:00am-3:00pm M-F

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    From their delicious lunch buffet $9.95 11:00am-3:00pm M-F

    Lighthouse Fish Market - Seafood Platter

    Lighthouse Fish Market

    3.8(112 reviews)
    1.1 mi•East Harlem

    the mac and cheese was the best and the seafood omg yum can…read morei tell u i bussed those collards omg will be back

    I've heard of Light House in Harlem plenty of times and finally got the chance to stop by…read more Before anything you must know. It's CASH Only. They went all out on the interior. It has a nice aquatic vibe all throughout the restaurant with different rooms to dine in. I started with the seafood platter. For $60, you get a whole tray full of crab legs, lobster, shrimp, mussels, clams, corn, and potatoes. I'm not a big seafood boil person but this one was valid. I enjoyed it. It was random but they also have popcorn but it was good so I'm not complaining. Then I ordered the popular honey garlic wings with the trifecta: Mac & cheese, candied yams, and collard greens. The wings were crispy and fresh. Plus the honey garlic sauce was really good. I understand the hype. I seen the lobster fries all over my feed so I ordered them. They use thick cut fries and the lobster on top is creamy. For my second platter I got Catfish with steamed cabbage and potato salad. You can tell they freshly fry the fish. Plus the batter is seasoned well. The cabbage lowkey has a kick which I liked and the potato salad has a subtle sweetness. I'm not mad at it though. Lastly I ordered the lobster Mac. Coated with a whole layer of cheese. You get lobster bits all throughout. Service was good. Lighthouse is definitely a solid spot whether you're taking out or dining in with a lot of options to choose from.

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