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    Kapisa Cafe

    2.0 (1 review)
    Closed • 10:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    Taste of India - Chicken tikka masala

    Taste of India

    4.0(96 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    •$$

    My husband and I have been on a hunt for a local, dependable Indian spot, and I think we may have…read morefound our winner. Insofar as the roti resembled the buttery, flaky layers of a white roti, this was a pleasant order. The roti here are made with whole wheat, which made for a grittier texture that felt...healthy, for all the good and bad of that word. But they were sufficiently buttery, which always helps things. And minor quibbles aside, this was still a fantastic vessel to scoop out every last smear of the tikka masala sauce. Clearly, we liked the chicken tikka masala. With a fragrant, velvety sauce and large chunks of tender chicken, after a few bites of this dish, I found myself announcing to the table, "I feel sorry for anyone who doesn't like Indian food." The chana masala - our other entree - was a little more muted and tomato-forward, but still fantastic. It feels strange to leave praise for rice, but judging from the sheen at the bottom of our rice dish, I suspect they melted and mixed some butter to it (which, again, no complaints here). Service was chill on a Sunday afternoon. Beyond taking our order and dropping off our food, we weren't bothered during our meal (which is the just-right level of attention I generally want from a place). The space is a little run-down but homey, and there's only street parking, but I've never had trouble finding spots here.

    Service was a bit awkward, not sure why. Food was expensive, Chicken Tikka Masala was tasty, and…read moregood portion size, but expensive at $20 and there was no lunch specials. Naan is extra at $4-5 a piece too. Not coming back.

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    Taste of India - Chana masala

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    Essence Of Kesar - Malai kofta, dap makhani, butter chicken, Rogan josh

    Essence Of Kesar

    4.2(74 reviews)
    3.6 mi

    The decor was indian inspired inside which was nice however the space is small. Personally it was…read morelacking the fine dining atmosphere experience. They have some tables outside when it's nice out. They originally asked us to wait as no tables were available but then sat us at the table that was open. There seemed to be confusion but we were glad to be seated quickly as we didn't have reservations. For appetizers we got the spicy spinach and kale chaat which was crunchy, spicy, and flavorful. Also, ordered the tandoori chicken momo which were decent but would have liked them a little more spicy. For entree, I ordered the old Delhi butter chicken with bullet naan. I would say at first I thought it was just okay and that could be from the flavors in my mouth from the appetizer because when I had left over the next day I enjoyed it alot more. My friend ordered the lobster moilee for which the curry part was delicious, flavorful and spicy. Wish they had that coastal Indian curry with chicken. For dessert we got Chandni Chowk Ki Rabadi Jalebi as this was recommended from waitress but I would skip it unless your jalebi lover which I am not. It really sweet and milk reduces that a little bit of it but also milk aspect is confusing as traditionally we don't have that with milk. For a drink, I got mango lassi which was mediocre. My friend got some limeade drink which was sour as expected. This place I believe is byob.

    Unfortunately everything needs to be improve in that place. We had the worse experience ever…read more starting making reservation they were so rude on the phone and told us to make it online instead of dealing just on the phone quickly. Walk in not even a nicely welcoming for customers instead we felt bad vibes and extremely rude as well. we waited to be seated couple minutes they were looking confused or lost something in that moment we couldn't figure it out. We asked nicely for a bright table since we have reservation and the guy told us is all reserved but place was empty meantime. We seated and I have to asked for the light to be turned on so we can see the menu because the other side has lights on. It took sometime until they put it on. meanwhile our wine was getting warmer no wine glasses no water either and they kept walking front and back like they were accomplished something but nothing was going on. we were still waiting looking at them just waiting to order. 15minutes waiting finally they come and asked if we needed wine glass? Oh boy Meanwhile no lights so I use my phone because the table lamp didn't have batteries or not charge. So we say yes please respectfully but still waiting for it. Couple more minutes pass by and water and glasses still nothing. The table next to us was waiting as well for something else I can feel and see them how frustrating they were as well I hear them talking and not happy as well. So we just get up upset and left but of course we make sure we let them know how poorly their services were on top making people waiting so long when the place is literally empty. Careless Not sure how they have 4.7 rating reviews they definitely bought ratings or some tricky stuff here because honestly was awful to me. The place looks pretty good decorating with cute chandeliers that's all. Very disappointed

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    Mantra

    Mantra

    3.5(342 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    •$$

    Great food and great service I highly recommend it…read more Very clean and organized And great staff I will definitely come back

    The FOOD ---------------…read more+ ALLLLLLLLLLL of the food served for their weekend buffet was absolutely delicious! No complaints whatsoever. + Decent buffet variety to choose from as there were 13 different items served (including 2 desserts). ++++ Buffet items included 2 different types of salad, Beetroot Rolls, Black Pepper Chicken, Tandoori Chicken, Rice, Maseldar Paneer, Bagare Baigan, Chicken Tikka Masla, Saag Mushroom, Dal Tadka, Gulab Jamun, Rice Kheer. ++++ For you carbivores, don't fill up on the basmati rice as warm, delicious complimentary naan is also provided to the table as part of the buffet.   The SERVICE ------------------ + Solid service from the staff. ++++ We were seated immediately when we arrived and finished plates were cleared lightning fast. ++++ One of the waiters was supppper duper friendly as he kept joking around with our kids during the entirety of our meal.   The SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------- + Interior of the restaurant is spacious, clean and has MANY tables. + Private parking lot is shared with other businesses that are part of the same strip mall as Mantra, but you won't have to waste a single second finding a good spot because there are plenty. + Restaurant is conveniently located right off of Route 4 at the border of River Edge and Paramus.   Random OBSERVATIONS ------------------------------------ + Weekend buffet price is only $22.99 per adult (as of March 2026). Steal alert! Kids are 1/2 price, but if they are younger than a certain age then they are free. + Arrived at 11:45 AM on a Sunday morning and we were the first customers of the day. By the time we left, approximately 8-9 parties had sat down at one time or another during our meal, so there are PLENTY of open tables during lunch and no need to rush to show up early.

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    Mantra - Great for family get together, excited to see Ragi Roti in menu and ayengar beer :)

    Great for family get together, excited to see Ragi Roti in menu and ayengar beer :)

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    Kapisa Cafe - indpak - Updated September 2026

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