The Indian food from here is actually insane. It is so flavorful and delicious even when you order…read more"mild" for spice level. I've never eaten here in person but have ordered delivery and take out multiple times and feel that the portion sizes are well worth the cost. My recommendations absolutely include the Saffron Special Biriyani which was incredibly flavorful and had SO MUCH different proteins in it and the Lamb Shank Masala. I'm used to many places only giving the lamp shank and nothing else but Raj Saffron House gives lamb shank with multiple pieces of lamb as well. It was incredibly delicious and tender. The chicken saag and the lamb karahi are also tasty! Best Indian food in cuse!

Had very good food the last 2 times we ate Set was very good…read more Today ordered a takeout and was shocked at the vegetable pakora Lost my cool Was drenched in rancid smelling oil and the inside of the pakora was raw 3 pakora for $8.50 Called the place and the owner Raj was very apologetic Told to ask the cook if he knew what he was making Felt sick eating a piece of it

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!

I always tell myself I'm gonna get different things when I go to different Indo-Pak places but I'm…read morea sucker for Biryani and I always justify it by saying "Well let's see how theirs compares", like trying Chicken Riggies everywhere that has it. Flavor of India is tucked into a little corner of East Syracuse and you'd miss it if you weren't looking. Staff was friendly and sat us right in front of the fire place on a chilly 20 Degree night. The food took about 15 to 20 minutes and was hot, fresh and flavorful with requests to us on our spice level which I went spicy and didnt regret it (but my body might have) lol. The Biryani portion for $17 was definetly enough for 2 meals and I felt full from about half of it thought that might have been the capsacin. The garlic chili Nana was very interesting because in one bite it cut the heat from my biryani but then hit me with chili and the spice came back. About $50 for 2 people w/ 2 entrees, naan, and water. A little pricier than what you might want for just 2 people but the food's taste and size make up for it. Would definetly go back.

Absolutely heaven on earth. Very attentive staff.Great place to celebrate special and ordinary…read moreoccasions. Great family restaurant . Elegant casual atmosphere. Food is delicious and healthy.

I have been here before and didn't have the greatest experience but I hear so many great things I…read moregave it another try. I didn't realize I was coming right near closing time but they graciously sat me and allowed me to finish my food. Service was very attentive and friendly. Once I was seated I was immediately poured water and brought out papdam with chutneys. So delicious! I almost filled up on it. I ordered a spicy chicken tikka masala and it was very flavorful with plenty of rice. The chili naan I got was also very tasty. Everything was hot and fresh. It definitely changed my mind about this place. They do offer a buffet but I prefer to order off the menu and they had no issue with that.

Stopped in for dinner on a Saturday evening. No wait…read more The space is cool highlighted by a spiral staircase in the middle of the dining room you'll need to climb to reach the restroom. My partner ordered a mango lassi which she enjoyed. For starters we had Tandoori Wings, Vegan Samosas, and Fish 65. Kind of a mixed bag. The wings were easily the best of the three. They were coated in some sort of seasoning rub/sauce which added a lot of flavor but prevented them from being crispy despite appearances. I would get these again. The vegan samosas were very dry and lacking flavor. The fish 65 was just meh. Strips of fish fried in oil that needed to be changed. Wouldn't get either of those two again. Interestingly, all three apps came with the same sauce on the side. For entrees my partner had Chicken Biryani and Rosemary Naan which she enjoyed and came with a good portion size. I had the lamb pepper fry. My dish was very tasty but very spicy. I have a good spice tolerance so it wasn't a problem but I would caution people ordering this dish. Portion size was small. I would've been hungry if not for the appetizers. Our server was excellent. Very cordial and welcoming. Great guy. Unfortunately he might have been the best part of the meal. I may be back, maybe not. Try it out for yourself though.

Dakshin is legit! I've enjoyed Indian restaurants in most big cities in the US, and Dakshin could…read morego head to head with any of them. They have a large menu with popular items that Americans can expect, and more traditional authentic Indian cuisine. I really enjoyed the Chettinad chicken, which was nice and spicy (but not overpowering) with a complex, warm flavor profile. The vegan samosas and plain naan were perfect accompaniments, and the basmati rice was perfectly prepared. Service was friendly and fast, and the space is really cool, with stone walls and a spiral staircase. The restaurant is relatively new to Syracuse, and I wish them a long and successful run. I'll definitely be back!

My daughters and I popped in prior to seeing a movie Saturday night and we loved it. It's got such…read morea cool vibe! We sat ourselves and were greeted by a server immediately. We split the wings -- so crispy and delicious! We also got burgers and tots. Everything was prepared perfectly and the TOTS!!! So crispy and had a unique spice in them -- LOVED. This was our first time and we will definitely be back to support this locally owned restaurant/bar.

Beer recommendation: too many to list (That is a very good…read morething) A mix of very positive experiences muddled by the occasional menu item that shouldn't even bother be offered, this is a much appreciated redo of the World of Beer. A menu full of takes on classic American fare run through a different flavor profile, and it maintains the large and excellent beer selection of this spaces previous tenant. Take their menu, full of fusion into dishes like their garbage plate and flatbreads that feel unique in this area and still fit the expectation of the originals. Then there is the occasional misfire, like the vindaloo cheesesteak that looks like some premade microwaved slices on a bad roll. This has been pretty good, but if you find something like the cheesesteak, try something else. That's the weird part, for a place with excellent service, an amazing selection of beers, and an experience which places it well above other Destiny locations like Bullfinch and other generic options in the new expansion (it should always be a bad sign for a site when Cheesecake Factory is in the short list of better options to eat at like Karma and the wildly overrated Bullfinch); it needs to have a solid menu top to bottom, don't make us find out what things are crap. It's tough enough to handle the noise in there even when it isn't busy. Overall, really good spot, but a few changes to remove the dead matter will make this the only option in Destiny worth anything. ANYTHING. Do not settle, if you want food and/or beer at Destiny, this is the place

This is the first Indian-pizza fusion restaurant I have ever seen. Second photo shows how big the…read moredosa is, which comes with 4 sauces!!!!! So delicious, I can't wait to try the pizzas next time I'm here! The man taking our order was helpful and quickly brought out our food. The setting needs some work, it needs more decorations and overall vibes - seems like a subway that just had the sandwich counter taken out. Same photos on the wall and everything. FOOD WAS AMAZING THOUGH! Tandoori wings: 8.5/10 Potato dosa: 8.1/10 Samosa chaat: 7/10 extremely flavorful but slightly cold

First time trying pizza with an Indian twist, and it was delicious! I got the Butter Chicken pizza…read more- the chicken was flavorful, the vegetables were fresh and had a very satisfying crunch, the cheese pull was excellent, and the crust was perfectly thin. I got their medium size (6 pieces), and it was still quite large! I think it would easily feed 2 adults. Staff were also very friendly and helpful! I'd love to come back and try their other menu items as well!

If you live near Syracuse University or work in the area near Upstate University Hospital, the VA…read moreor Crouse Hospital then you must be familiar with the Royal Indian Grill on 147 Marshall Street. Most notably, they serve a lunch buffet during the week that costs less than $13 and is bar none the best value for your money. I often partake in the take-out buffet during the weekdays and can't deny that its the best option for when I am really hungry and want a satisfying meal. The staff are associated with other well known Indian restaurants in the area (The Clay Oven and the Dosa Grill to name a couple) as denoted by their various polo shirts with the named establishments screen printed on the chest. On various days, I have experienced questionable attitudes from the wait staff but, most of time, I don't dine-in so my experience in this regard is not very reliable. But, be forewarned that some previous reviews have criticized the customer service of the staff and called it into question on more than a few occasions. The buffet has a wide variety of options available and they try to mix up the entrees beyond the usual Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Curry and Tandoori Chicken. On Fridays, they sometimes serve Fish Masala which is a personal favorite of mine. There are also a wide variety of vegetarian and vegan options as well beyond the salad bar. In fact, if you ever consider converting to a vegetarian diet, Indian cuisine is the way to go. The variety of options consisting of chick peas, cabbage, cauliflower, potatoes, eggplant, okra, lentils and cheese are so expertly prepared with herbs and spices that make any traditional Indian dishes absolutely delicious. If you are new to Indian cuisine you can feel confident in the knowledge that the spice levels are very mild (unless you specifically request a certain level of spiciness). Overall, its a great and affordable experience for any foodie who enjoys fragrant cuisine highlighted by herbs and spices that aren't overbearing. The buffet is all-you-can-eat and the to-go option is very filling. This is my go-to option for anytime I am famished and just want something delicious that always leaves me satisfied. You owe it to yourself to try this out. And the price point will never disappoint. What have you got to lose?

I decided to give this spot a try and ordered through a delivery service. (Truth be told, I dread…read morefinding parking on Marshall Street, even if it is easier in the summer than when the college is in session.) I ordered the paneer 65 and mutter mushroom. When my order came, it only had the paneer. The receipt on the bag had only the paneer on it, so I'm assuming it was on the restaurant's end. I can understand if they were out of that item, but they made no attempt to contact me and let me know and ask if I wanted to substitute something else. I later called the delivery service and they refunded me, no hassle, but still, this was a major bummer. By the time my food came, I was headed into a meeting and it was too late to order something else-- plus, I wasn't about to pay double delivery fees. I was really looking forward to this meal so it was a bummer that it wasn't what I was expecting, and there seemed to be no attempt at contact. The paneer was ok, but the flavor was a bit on the sour side and I wouldn't call it the best Indian food I've ever had. I'd be willing to give this spot a second try eventually but I'm not running back here after a bit of a letdown.

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.

Won't recommend. Not worth spending a penny here. Have tried their Medu vada, vada pav and bread…read morepakoda. The Medu vada was horrible. The sambar was lacking flavors. The vada pav was below average. The bread pakoda wasn't worth the price paid. I'd instead stay hungry than have their tasteless, stupidly expensive and bland food.

Excellent spot!!! The food was excellent and full of flavor. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Bowl, and…read moreI will definitely be back for another. I also ordered an Indian Chai, and loved it too! The staff was friendly and helpful with their suggestions. Great new spot in Salt City Market!

Good work lunch option if you're in the area. I had the veggie thali which comes with rice, naan, a…read moresmall desert and two veggie options for $9.99. I had the paneer tikka and chana masala. Paneer and desert (gulab jamum) were very good, chana was just OK, naan and rice could have cooked for a couple more minutes. Pakoda came with tamarind and green chutneys, had good taste but a bit too oily. The oil was probably not hot enough before they were dropped in. I'm willing to give it another try based on the positives.

Such a simple thing fries. But this food truck takes the win on doing them right. You can see them…read morecutting the potatoes fresh in front of your eyes. There are a few options and they are cooked perfectly. If you love fries, you'll love this food truck.