One of the best Indian meals I've had in a long time.Paheli Indian Cuisine in Wayne, NJ is well…read moreworth the short drive out of the city. This chic, dimly lit, BYOB spot is perfect for a nice dinner with family or friends--or a date night. We even got to meet the owner, Rahul, who personally checked in on every table to make sure everyone was having a great experience. Such a welcoming touch. I dined here over the holidays and absolutely loved both the food and the overall experience. Some standout dishes for me were the goat dum biryani, chicken tikka masala, hakka noodles, and navratan korma. You honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but these were definite favorites. Anytime I'm passing through this area, I'll be stopping by again. Seriously delicious Indian food.

Recently, we visited their sister restaurant Paheli after trying Praana earlier, where Uma (our…read moreserver) had recommended this place--it had been on our wish list ever since. It was Bengali and Maithili new year and just like we follow the tradition back in India (means eating outside), we decided to come here with our little family. The restaurant is bigger than Praana and feels more like a fine dining place. The ambience looks nice with an Indian theme. Since it was a weekday, it was not very crowded, which was good. And surprisingly, Uma was our server again--she even recognized us What we ordered: *Lamb Pepper Fry (4.5/5): Usually this dish is served dry in most places, but here it came with a little gravy. immediately I ordered garlic naan with it, and it tasted really good together. Even though I prefer it dry, this was the best dish we had. *Tawa Fish Fry (3.5/5): It was basically fried tilapia. Tasted okay, nothing special. * Chef's Special Masala Roast (Lamb): Many people seem to like this dish, but for me it was just average. The presentation was nice. It comes with a small portion of masala rice, which was actually tasty--I just wish there was more of it. Overall, the lamb gravy felt quite normal and not something special. While eating, I told Uma that in Praana there was at least one dish that really stood out, but here I didn't feel that. I would probably go back to Praana again, especially for the Meen Pollichath (Pompano fish), which I really liked. Overall 3.5/5

We have mostly doordashed food from here. Also got food catered from here for an event. Food is…read moregood.. vada pao n kathi rolls are one of the best, everyone at the event loved these. Their chinese bhel, goat sukka, noodles, methi chicken are other dishes i have tried and all are good! Only complaint was their catered food came late and wasn't organised as instructed

Short review Ordered…read morethree Chicken Tikaa Masala's. Food Taste: Above Average for Indian food around Montclair. Not great, but above average. Amount of Chicken: POOR. Barely enough to almost fill you. Poor value for your money.

Been here several times during lunch recently. Excellent food and service. I would recommend.read more

A local favorite! Kebabs and Kurries does a lot of take out orders. so your food will be packed…read morefresh and ready to go if you're going in that direction. I had the pleasure of dining in and ordered butter chicken with a side of garlic naan. Food came out quickly and the butter chicken was spot on. There were a lot of people in the restaurant around 9-930 when I came in (which is always a good sign). I'll have to come back to try some other things on the menu!

My new favorite indian food place in the area. I only ordered here to go food so far and would love…read moreto try dining in or even trying their lunch buffet. Their biryani rice iis just perfectly seasoned and got the right spice.

Food - Below average. you could make slightly better food using packet sauces, and that is what…read morebothers me. For example, the chicken was just tough and another chicken dish was full of bones. The daal was watery and the pakaoras were cold. This is not acceptable. Service - non-existent. Other than bringing out bottled water that they charged us for, never saw the server again. We just kept piling up the plates on the table and that was that. Cleanliness - not good. The tables and the floor were grimy and the bathroom was horrendous, which says a lot since we were there at lunch. How bad could've it have gotten in the 30 to 45 minutes that they had been open? That tells you they do not clean. But what got to me was their dishonesty in pricing. The guy at the register charged me more and when I questioned him, he said that the prices had changed. I paid whatever he asked because I knew I was never going to go back and a few dollars did not matter, but when you have someone running a business in such an unethical manner, that is not a place you want to recommend or ever visit again.

Best Indian Food in New Jersey! Consistency counts and they…read morehave it! Try their Butter Chicken, chicken tikka or their entire menu. Delicious 101.

Elmwood Park, NJ - a warm establishment with a lovely proprietor and solid Indian food. Being a…read morefirst-timer here, I ordered my usual litmus test dishes of chicken tikka masala and saag paneer (the classics), along with goat kolhapuri, butter chicken, and accompaniments of garlic naan and mango lassi. The chicken lollipop appetizer arrived looking the part - hot, crispy, and slightly zesty - but unfortunately didn't deliver on its visual promise. The dough was too thick and the meat rather rubbery, so the execution wasn't up to par. The mains, however, were redeeming. The gravy in the chicken tikka masala was delectable, and we enjoyed this as well as the kholapuri (which we asked for "extra spicy" but was just medium spicy to me - I'm sure others would disagree lol). My child loved his butter chicken. Both dishes featured substantial chunks of chicken. The saag paneer deserves to be mentioned for having a rough-chopped texture that I prefer, looking like actual spinach and not the zealously over-puréed green smoothie so many Indian restaurants inexplicably trot out. A touch over-salted, but otherwise tasty, and with an abundance of paneer. The lassi and garlic naan were both great. Portions are generous, and it's BYOB. Should you forget to bring something inebriating, a liquor shop is conveniently located just a couple of doors down. Owner/manager Austin is so welcoming and personable, earning this place extra hospitality points. I appreciate a business operator who is attentive to customers and shows genuine interest and concern. It makes a difference.

5/5 Stars - Jalwa in Montclair Is the Real Deal. And Then There's Nayan…read more There are restaurants you enjoy, and then there are restaurants that rearrange something in your brain. Jalwa in Montclair is the second kind. The space sets the tone immediately -- upscale but unpretentious, modern without being cold, the kind of room that makes you settle in and order one more thing. The menu is a love letter to Indian cuisine with a contemporary sensibility: bold, aromatic, deeply flavorful, and -- remarkably -- one of the most vegan-friendly dining experiences I've ever had anywhere. Not vegan-tolerant. Vegan-excellent. Modifications are handled with genuine expertise, and the results are full, satisfying, and never feel like a consolation prize. We started with crispy vegetable samosas packed with spiced potato and peas, and a couple of other appetizers that hit like a warm, fragrant wave. The dal was rich and creamy with flavor that built beautifully with every bite -- the kind of dish you find yourself thinking about days later. The vegetable biryani was fragrant and perfectly spiced. The curries, customized fully vegan, were outstanding. The garlic naan was soft, pillowy, and genuinely addictive. Every plate was generous, nothing was heavy or oily, and spice levels were adjusted exactly as requested. It was Indian cuisine firing on all cylinders. But I have to talk about Nayan. I have to. In twenty-something years of dining out, I have never -- not once -- encountered a server who so completely elevated a meal through sheer force of warmth, knowledge, and genuine care. From the moment Nayan greeted our table, it was clear we were in exceptional hands. He walked us through the vegan options with the fluency of someone who actually loves this food. His pairing suggestions were perfect -- every single one. He checked in at exactly the right moments, never hovering, always there. His energy was magnetic without being performative. He made us try dishes we would have skipped and we were grateful every time. This is not hyperbole: Nayan is one of the best front-of-house professionals I have ever encountered. He doesn't just serve a table -- he orchestrates an experience. Jalwa is lucky to have him, and whoever is in charge of promotions there should act fast, because someone with his talent, instinct, and people skills has a very bright future ahead -- in this industry or any other. If I could leave six stars, the sixth one would be just for him. Book a table at Jalwa. Ask for Nayan. Thank me later.

My partner and I both can't do food that is too spicy so we usually look for modern Indian…read morerestaurants when we are craving Indian food. They have options to go for the mild choice if you can't do spice. This restaurant is situated within downtown Montclair - which is such a charming shopping block. We ordered: - honey chili lotus - saffron butter crab (generous portion size of crab)! - goat cheese naan - Goan fish curry Every dish was so good! The highlight was the saffron butter crab - that umami flavor was insane. The honey lotus was crispy and packed with flavor. The Goan fish curry was satisfying and not spicy at all which we both appreciated. I also enjoyed the 3 complimentary sauces on the table - none of them were too spicy. I highly recommend this place! The service was great as well.

We were invited to celebrate their brand new event space with a multi-course, chef-curated feast --…read moreand every bite delivered. This stunning venue can host up to 80 guests, making it the perfect spot for your next celebration. If you're looking for some of the best Indian cuisine in North Jersey, this is it. Trust us... your guests will be talking about it long after the last bite. Check out our full experience here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVKKmDZDQ0t/?igsh=Y244YWtyYmNva3Q=

The food here is authentic and flavorful!…read more I've been here multiple times and had the pleasure of trying out so many different dishes! There's a huge assortment of appetizers and they tend to make me full before I dive into the entrees! My favorite appetizers are the Pani Puri shots - crunchy and a pop of saucey flavor! I also loved the Fish Amritsari- it was fried with a nice crust but still so juicy and flakey inside! I love the various dishes, sauces and curries for entrees and it's hard for me to choose my favorite - if I had to, I would choose the Vegetable Biryani because of the nice bread crust on the top and the hot flavorful rice inside! I will definitely recommend that you try the Atom Bomb - chocolate cake with strong rose flavored ice cream - such a great combo! Shout out to the staff - they're all so attentive and the food comes out fast as well! And they just newly renovated with a huge bright room - perfect for hosting parties!

Lots of menu options with BYOB calls for a great night out! They have many popular favs with both…read moreveg and non-veg options. The Saag Paneer was very fresh and not too heavy, and paired deliciously with the Garlic Naan. They have an AYCE brunch on the weekends, which I'd love to come back to!

I can't say enough good things about this place. The staff is incredibly kind and the food is…read morefresh. On weekends they have an all you can eat, which is absolutely awesome. What I like about it is that unlike other Indian and all you can eat this one is sort of like an à la carte where you order from the menu. I feel like that's a better set up because the food is fresher and a ton of food doesn't get wasted at the end of the day. You always get something fresh at the table. We absolutely loved every meal. Also, we brought our toddler and I was a bit nervous that the food might be too spicy for him. But I told the staff to keep the spices very low and they did. We all were able to eat very comfortably. Definitely coming back! In fact, it's not my first time there, but I'll be coming back for sure.

If you're craving a flavorful Indian meal in Parsippany, Jashan by Dhaba is a standout spot that…read moredelivers a rich blend of authentic tastes, generous portions, and a welcoming atmosphere. From the moment you walk in, the vibe feels festive and inviting. The restaurant offers a broad menu featuring classic North Indian dishes alongside regional specialties, including tandoori grills, curries, biryanis, chaat, and vegetarian options that cater well to diverse tastes. I ordered the butter chicken with garlic naan and roti as my breads of choice. Ali was my server and the service was also excellent.

So many reviews here for the buffet service...but my review is for the weekend dinner. The servers…read morewere confused when asked for basic items such as papadum...or an extra plate. Also once they take your order and it gets busy after 6:30 pm, good luck getting your waiter to come by ever again. They also provide 1 rice for every 4 entree dishes, which is very unusual for a Indian restaurant. The food overall, is average. These are the same owners as Social Hub, and the food here are the same choices mostly, but of much lower quality, flavor, and culinary execution, especially the appetizers. However, the non-veg curries were much tastier.

There are several reasons why I'm giving this such a high rating…read more Firstly, the food. Not only do you get a chance to try a variety of regional Indian curries, but they also offer a Seasonal 'emu of specialty selections that you may not think to try. I like that they offer these innovative or socially selections so people can try the real tastes of India. Addie talk to selection is the QUALITY! They clearly use real, fresh ingredients because I had no discomfort after our meal, which tends to be common after eating at many Indian restaurants. I am my scientific proof; food quality is top notch! The service. All wait staff were friendly and kitchen ran like a smooth operation. Given that the restaurant is a small space, it becomes more essential that staff are knowledgeable and coordinated, as was the case here. Everyone was on their A game. Space is small but charming. In Upper Montclair but not at that busy intersection. Parking is on the street, metered. Not ideal but it is what it is. Overall, you definitely get a top quality experience here and this place is totally worth checking out.

I grew up within minutes of the real brick lane in london's bethnal green and this place is legit!…read moreWell truth is, it is much better than 95% of places on brick lane! I had the lamb jalfrezi which was perfectly spiced with jammy tomato sauce. My husband has a saag that was also delicious. The servers seem to care so much about our enjoyment (also very un-British!). Will def go back.