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    Namkeen

    4.4 (361 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Chicken & Waffles
    Gloria L.

    Not your typical chicken and waffles bc the chicken is coated in a dry rub seasoning. I chose mild for my heat level which wasn't too bad for someone who doesn't have a spice tolerance! The pieces of chicken, kinda of like tenders, were a good size and very moist. The waffles were crispy. The maple syrup is on the thinner side and not as sweet as it normally is. They do charge extra for maple syrup so use sparingly! My order came out super quick and there are tables inside for you to sit. Paid street parking is available

    Nashville Sandwich and Tikkaville Sandwich
    Shailesh P.

    A great little place, I did a take out. Nashville sandwich is amazing and loved the taste. Tikkavile was bit tangy for my preference but still tasted fresh and good. My order was ready within 10mins. I would visit again.

    Nashville Sandwich
    Cecilè C.

    Service B plus Chicken sandwich was good @5.00' for large fries they came out COLD. Place is clean but serving cold fries when clearly there was only ME in the place is not a good look.

    Nashville Sandwich
    Matthew C.

    Ordered Namkeen on a Friday after a long work week - well worth the calories to say the least. It's a rich, savory meal made with high quality ingredients. You have to try a sandwich and the loaded fries, at the very least. I'll probably need a few months before I can go back lol.

    Rob B.

    I've been wanting to try this place for a good while now and I finally got the chance to the other day. I was at Twin Elephant Brewing Company with my girlfriend and her friend enjoying a beer when I said, "Let's get some food after this, I'm starving!" They agreed. My girlfriend was like, "OMG let's get Namkeen since you have been wanting to try it for so long, you're going to die(of happiness)." So we placed an order for takeout from their website while we continued enjoying our beers. Note: I wish they had plant based chicken and hopefully they will add it to their menu soon We ordered: - Dhamaka Fries 10/10 (we ordered them without chicken since I'm vegen/vegetarian but we realized they added chicken after opening it. I was like whatever and ate them anyways since I'd had some meat for the first time in a while over the past couple of days) - Nashville Sandwich 10/10 (this was for my girlfriend's friend and I tasted it too and wow just wow) I haven't been inside yet as we waited in the car while her friend went inside and grabbed our order but from what I saw from the car it looks like a super cute place. I'll definitely be back soon and I cannot wait to try those fries again, but this time without the chicken. Enjoy :)

    Spicy Maple Wings

    When did you start providing smaller portions of the Maple Wings? I used to use a knife and fork for each piece. Very disappointed.

    Masala Fries
    Kimberly G.

    I've had Namkeen's Nashville chicken sandwich a few times, which is what the are known for, but the true star is the Tikkaville sandwich is out of this world! Both sandwiches are delicious, but Tikka's toppings set this sandwich apart. It has a nice amount of kick but not overpowering, the chicken is crispy and juicy and the combination of the tikka sauce, mint chutney and cole slaw elevate this sandwich to a different level. The Indian flavors are a welcomed change to the fried chicken sandwich. This is one of the best chicken sandwiches that I've had! The masala fries, which are flavored with Indian spices, are a very nice complement.

    Clucking Waffle Sandwich
    Mehwish B.

    Great ambiance, fun place to be if your looking for a great spot for date night, girls brunch or just something casual. Love their food great sandwiches and drinks!

    Van V.

    I had to return to Namkeen a few months after being introduced to it at a Yelp event. Excellent chicken sandwiches and wings to go in Chatham. The Nashville sandwich remained our favorite at a mid spice level. Tried the Chicken Waffle sandwich. Interesting but I prefer the Nashville. Very surprised by how good the Maple Wings were. Lots of thickness and stickiness in the sauce, laden on. Yummy. I ordered ahead to go. Ready on time with pleasant counter service. It is a sweet little hole in the wall cafe on Main Street in Chatham. I will be back. Portions were fair size, in my opinion. I like that you can adjust the heat level. Some do like it super hot! I like mid hot.

    Clucking Waffle Chicken Sandwich = Super YUMMMMMERS!!
    Bill M.

    I've always wanted to check this place out but never got around to it until last month and I've been hooked ever since. Now it's become my mission in life to try literally everything off this incredibly delicious menu full of Pakistani Infused Hot Halal Chicken Dishes and lately I've even become a regular customer popping in and out just to try some new and different deliciousness.   Namkeen is the Ultimate Hot Chicken Destination and anyone who lives in this area and hasn't had the opportunity to try it, should most definitely make it a priority. Their outstanding quality can be tasted in every crunchy juicy tasty mouth watering bite as they only use all natural hormone and antibiotic free Halal Chicken.   And as for me, I always leave here extremely satisfied with everything that I've ordered to date so the only thing left to say is . . Come And Get Your Munch On!!

    James L.

    My wife has been talking about this place and we were in town and finally decided to try it. The chicken was very crispy and fresh. The waffle was thick and fluffy. Its a personal preference but I prefer the flavor of other fried chicken place but maybe because we ordered mild and should have gotten something spicer. The service there is excellent. There are tables both inside and outside.

    Ureb H.

    You already know. Can't hate Namkeen. Love the desi vibe they have going on. Love their Nashville hot chicken

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    Fantastic fried chicken, always consistent; Dhamaka fries are a guilty pleasure. Have gone many times.

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    Some of the best hot chicken sandwiches around along with delicious waffles with twist.

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    Ask the Community - Namkeen

    What oil do they use for frying?

    I wish I knew the answer, Zoe, but I'll do a bit of research and get back to you. One thing I do know, is that their chicken tastes damn good, and I'd wager that it's healthier than Popeye's.

    Is the chicken white meat or dark?

    White but who cares it is a freakin awesome meal.

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    There are good places, there are great places, and then there are places where the food is truly…read moretransformative. This tiny unassuming African spot on the Main Street in Springfield is one such establishment. If you asked me where the very best grilled chicken I could have is I would point you here and tell you to ignore the fact that it was African, if you asked me for the very best African food I would say there are many great places and this is one of the absolute best! Karen, the owner and chef and Emanuel her brother are kind and well versed in hospitality, a fact that her formal and informal training will prove if you are fortunate enough to meet them. The spices, the smells and the flavors are what Africa is known for and the first thing they will tell you is that everything is cooked to order so don't expect it to just be ready but I promise you it's worth twice the amount of time (it wasn't too long by the way) and you truly feel as though you have been invited into their home. With no hyperbole this is not just some of the very best African food I've had it's some of the very best food I've ever had and I cannot wait to return.

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    COME HUNGRY! I came here to celebrate my brother-in-law's birthday with my husband's family…read morerecently. There were 6 of us and we split the Efsane Family Special for 4 people and added lamb chops thinking we wouldn't have enough food lol the special also came with dessert but my sister-in-law also ordered a rice pudding. The 6 of us could've easily had the family special for 4 without ordering anything else - there was so much food and we had leftovers to take home!! For context, we all eat a LOT so to say we had leftovers is saying a lot! Quantity aside, the food itself was delicious. The bread is served fresh and steaming hot, the dips are delicious and flavorful, meat is seasoned and cooked perfectly (the chicken shish and lamb adana are my favorites), and the bitter black tea and sweet baklava are a perfect way to end the meal. I left there stuffed and so happy! The staff was also very friendly and attentive. I'll definitely be back!

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    4.4(162 reviews)
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    I've been trying to get here since I moved to the area, but I finally made some time to visit…read moretoday. Food: I ended up ordering a chicken platter with rice, peppers, pita, hot sauce, and white sauce. It was my first time having the Afghani style which included carrots and raisins, which was a really nice addition to the foods. This hit multiple flavor profiles and did not feel heavy at all, probably one of the better platters I have ever had tbh. I also really enjoyed the white sauce and found out that they sell them in bottles which I might use when I cook my own halal platters at home. Aesthetic: 6-8 tables with a nice ordering area. Located just off of Route 10 and Salem Street which makes it easily accessible for many. Service: both people that helped me were so kind it makes me want to go back there again just for how nice they were. I do plan on going back often when I can now that I found a great halal place by me.

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