I had dinner here with a friend on a weekday night. The menu was pretty extensive so the server helped us decide on what to order. I really liked the Papdi Chaat appetizer we got--very strong flavor and crispy. The Karachi Keema Paratha (bread stuffed with spiced ground lamb) was also very flavorful and spicier than I expected. We also tried both the Rose Lassi and Mango Lassi. I think I still prefer the classic Mango Lassi but I'm glad I tried the Rose Lassi too. It was just a little too floral for me to drink regularly. The restaurant is dimly lit and perfect for a date night. Great spot for some decent Indian food, especially since there's not many in the area. Karachi Keema Paratha 9/10 Papdi Chaat 9/10 Butter Chicken 8/10 Mango Lassi 10/10 Rose Lassi 8/10 read more

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A good Indian restaurant. Ordered the butter chicken, chicken biryani, and garlic paratha. You can order the chicken either with dark meat or white meay. The white meat was very dry but the dark meat was good. The butter chicken was well seasoned and balanced. The garlic paratha was great. The service was very good. read more

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Papdi chat was perfect - ask to make it spicy Sweet chilli wings Special tandoori chicken Garlic naan - too crispy Lamb chops - it was okay but lacked salt Rasmalai was good but it only comes in 2 small pieces Kheer was not my fav Overall all the items were good; it just lacked a bit of salt Anuska was amazing and very patient! Her service was on point. Loved the decor! Will be returning to try other items from the menu read more

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This was a quick stop while before we got checked in into our hotel. It's a cute little place, with a mixed decor, there are bunch of license plates and flowers and string lights setting up a cosy ambience. We quickly got seated and order a Half Tandoori chicken, chicken tikka masala and garlic parathas. The tandoori chicken was flavourful, the rice that accompanied it was yummy to say the least, everything on that plate felt like it belonged there including the salad. The chicken tikka masala was absolutely delicious and the garlic parathas served as the perfect accompaniment to carry the gravy and chicken. Really good place yummy food, if I'm in town definitely coming back to check out the other dishes. read more

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I've always loved Paratha Wala, but it had been awhile since I've been and they've had a glow up since my last visit. The vibe feels a bit more upscale and the menu has expanded, but the food and service are still wonderful. They now have a bunch of cocktails and mocktails. I opted for the classic lemonade with ginger and mint. It was lovely, refreshing and balanced. We started off with the Papdi Chaat which was an excellent version. It hits all the notes, crispy, creamy, tangy, spicy...so good. The Karahi Keema Paratha is Paratha bread stuffed with ground lamb and spices and it was excellent. So savory and flavorful. Butter Chicken is a wonderful version. Creamy with a hint of spice and tender, juicy chicken. Dal Tadka are yellow lentils with spices and packed with flavor. Just delicious. Paratha Wala was the perfect spot for some delicious comforting food on a cold night. read more

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I had to bump my four star review to five stars because Paratha Wala really is that good. I went a couple of years ago so it was nice visiting and seeing that the food is still affordable/no skimping on portion sizes. My favorite appetizer is the kale fritters & they were tasty albeit they could be a bit less salty. I also had the keema naan which was tasty & had more than enough keema inside. What stood out to me was actually their drinks which were strong & actually quite unique. Lastly, the staff is great & the decor inside is so cute. I'll be coming back for sure :). read more

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Start off by saying this place lives up to the hype! Cute, dark, table lamp lit seating adorns this small restaurant. There aren't that many tables overall. Maybe 12 total. Came here after a flight into the city. Just came in from JFK with a massive checked bag. They were kind enough to let the bag in and we placed it right by the table. Waitress greeted us relatively fast and asked if there was a water preference between still and sparkling. Tap was perfectly fine with me. Now what happens next is the only reason that I'm not giving it 5 stars. Took the restaurant 10 minutes to come back and take our order. Apparently their POS system went down so the servers were taking orders by hand. After flagging down multiple servers not a single one came to take our orders. I was starting to get hungry so it wasn't a good look... The bartender came out and apologized and grabbed our order afterwards. Food came out relatively quickly. The paapdi chat was delicious! Crunchy small bits of paapdi with plenty of channa, tamarind, mint, and potatoes in a heaping serving for two. I loved it but my partner said she was disappointed the paapdi's weren't the large pieces of fried chip she was used to instead. Weird but ok. Next the lamb bowl came out. It was great as well. Soft pieces of curried lamb over rice, salad, potatoes, and channa. It was a large portion and I struggled to finish it without help. There was mint chutney drizzled over the bowl which felt cheap. It should have been left on the side as needed. Also too many potatoes and not enough rice. I'm indian man, give me my rice. The star of the show was the Stuffed Keema Paratha. It was crunchy, ghee filled, meat heavy, and didn't need any sauces to go along with it except raita. It was filling enough to be a meal of it's own! Definitely the star of the night and both of our favorite dishes. We wanted to try drinks, chai, and dessert but the travel took it out of us. We will be back! read more

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I usually only eat butter chicken at Indian restaurants (which is phenomenal here), but I recently I tried the lamb bowl & it was amazing! (Heads up, Lamb was a little spicy just in case you try it) Can't wait to try more dishes here. Customer service is always wonderful & keeps your water filled in a very timely manner, never had to wait too long for help. Would definitely recommend this restaurant for anyone thinking about going, do it! read more

I want to continue to express my love for this restaurant after today's meal. We tried some new dishes today and loved them as well! We had the butter chicken roll, coconut shrimp curry, and beef curry. All very flavorful and spiced well. They presented three bottles of homemade hot sauce with the roll, which were phenomenal! The lightest spicy mayo I added to every bite, and the hotter mayo was more complex in flavor but spicier. The green serrano sauce was actually not too spicy but a bit herby. The service was very professional and they proactively met our needs throughout the meal. We noticed the more upscale updated decor and also the arcade game in the corner, which I'm looking forward to playing again next time. It has a long list of various classic arcade games to choose from, and we chose a King of Fighter game. Great addition to the space for engagement! read more

Paratha Wala - Butter Chicken Roll - Indian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

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The food is authentic and delicious. There's a perfect blend of spices and flavors in each dish. Generous portions and great service. Our server was very sweet, attentive and knew much about each item on the menu, which was helpful when deciding on what to order. The mango mousse cake is amazing, very light and not too sweet. I will definitely return! They also have a full bar and outdoor seating in their backyard. read more

The grilled chicken item was an off menu special and took a while but was worth the wait; green basmati was fragrant and had a tinge of herb. The lamb kadai was tender and not that overtly spicy. The garlic paratha was crisp, not too oily. Dahi bada was sweet and a little tangy from the tamarind, with a surprising kick. read more

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Came here with a few friends for iftar dinner. It was quite the cultural experience and a great place to come break your fast. Interior was beautifully decorated as you can see in the photos. It was little dimly lit when we first walked in, however, once the sun set, they're lighting really made the ambience something to vie for. The food came out quickly once the sun set. Everything was absolutely amazing. Samosa chaat was seasoned well and you can taste all the spices and flavors from the cucumber mint chutney to their tamarind spice. The chili wings were tender, juicy and seasoned well. Weren't over fried as other places tend to do. The apps themselves almost filled me up because I get going back for more. I got the lamb bowl as an entree. It had a nice kick to it with their curry and I have a relatively high spice tolerance so reader beware if you want to try. Lamb was cooked perfect. I couldn't think of anything I didn't like. Would come here again! Give this place a try! read more

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My family and I stumbled upon this place when we were looking for food in the area. We walked in hoping there would be a table for us since we forgot to make a reservation. The staff kindly took us in and sat us down. I forgot her name, but she was super nice and patient. We ordered samosa chaat, chicken tikka bowl, lamb roll, paratha beef burgers, butter chicken pasta, mango lassi, and chai. All the food was great, and the homemade sauces were a good touch to the food. Everything was well seasoned and flavorful. At the end of our dinner, the staff gave us free dessert on the house, which was yummy. We also met the owner of the restaurant, and he was friendly and kind. The overall restaurant service, staff, and interior decoration were wonderful! I would definitely recommend coming here with family or friends if you're in the neighborhood! read more

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The food was fresh and absolutely delicious. Me and my husband both had the chicken tikka bowl. I also had the mango lassi and it was amazing. It wasn't overly sweet which is great because it was the perfect balance. We both loved it and will def come here again. They def have us hooked. The decor is cute and modern. The restaurant is not too big but it's great for small groups. It's located on Metropolitan avenue in Forest hills, there is tons of street parking usually so parking shouldn't be an issue. read more

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Food was delicious and service was great. We went out in a group of 8 with 4 kids. They were very accommodating. The restaurant was also very nice, good mix of funny touches as well as florals. There was also an arcade machine in the back- kept kids occupied read more

We had dinner here last night. The food was absolutely delicious and so fresh. I had the coconut curry shrimp which I would definitely go back for. The staff was incredibly helpful and accommodating as we had a few in our party with dairy sensitivity. Will be back as soon as we can! read more

Super cute lunch stop over the weekend. The menu has a lot of options, but I un creatively chose the name sake. Our server, Hyat was attentive we appreciated her care. There was so rush after we finished our meal we had some tea and chatted. I enjoyed the ambiance. All tables were full when we were there so it was pretty energetic. I did also notice they have a little games section which was thoughtful. My only comment would be to ask how sauced you want your food. Some dishes were overwhelmed with sauce or chutneys. The food was good and spoke for itself beyond the garnishes. Perhaps sauce on the side would have been the way to go in the future. Indian eats with a modern flair. read more

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Best Bengali authentic food ever!!!! Keema paratha and lamb ghost curry is my favorite read more

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We went the other night as 2 families celebrating an occasion. The kids food came in 20 minutes, but after an hour the grown ups food still had not come. So now the kids are fed and running around while the grown ups are hungry and waiting. Once an hour went by we said forget it, we'll take it to go. The waitress seemed to have no clue that this is unacceptable service. No apology, nothing, even as we left having not eaten. The food was good, I'll give them that, but i won't be returning due to the slow service. I feel bad writing them a negative review- the owners are so nice- but maybe this will help them improve. read more

Nice ambiance, good food and decent drinks. The service is always a bit overzealous and pushy. My first time here they started packing our food as we were still eating. This time, at the front door, they just wouldn't let our group look at the menu and decide whether we wanted to sit down. The waitress stood inside our circle staring at us. We couldn't talk amongst ourselves with a little privacy. Felt pressured to stay. Drinks also took longer than the apps. Rule number 1: if drinks are ordered first they need to come out before the food. Our friend who wasn't eating had to watch us eat for 15 min before drinks came. Could be a great place if the servers were trained better. read more

The warm aloo paratha here is perfectly crispy and filled with great flavor. I really loved the casual vibe and will definitely be returning for a quick bite. read more

I was looking for an Indian place in the area for dinner. I found this place. I'm so glad I came here. I ordered the chai tea, samosas, garlic paratha, saag paneer and butter chicken. We also had the gulab jamun. Everything was incredibly delicious and flavorful. Our server, Amani, was very attentive and friendly as well. I'll definitely come back here again. I've been to many Indian restaurants; this was by far my favorite one, with fresh and yummy food. I can't wait to stop back here. read more

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I had the paneer paratha and it was warm and stuffed with so much flavor. It is a fantastic spot to grab quick and authentic Indian comfort food. read more

Wow! Paratha Wala is actually amazing! I randomly walked by and the decor inside caught my eye so I decided to go inside. The service here by the server, Janelle, was fantastic, I wanted steak and she recommended the lamb chops with mashed potatoes which were so juicy and fresh. The lentil soup was the best I've ever had, also super fresh and tasty. Now, let's talk about their drinks- that Wala Iced Chai was so good, I had two. Overall, as a beverage manager, I love to see restaurants offering an extensive mocktail menu. Their boozy menu also looked fun. And they're open til 10p on a Sunday! I highly recommend Paratha Wala if you're looking for both great food and drinks! Bravo! read more

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I came here with my parents and girlfriend. The parking was great at pur reservation time bc meters ran until 7pm. We came on a Tuesday so it was relatively quiet with a man playing jazz guitar. The decor is fashionable and funky (license plates from different places in India and the states, a wall with famous Indian Bollywood actors, lights along the ceiling, etc...) and we enjoyed sitting in the hanging chair near the entrance. I had a mango lassi and Kingfisher which I enjoyed. My girlfriend tried the rose lemonade which she also enjoyed. The tandoori chicken takes 35 mins so I pre-ordered at when i arrived so that wheb my parents ordered it would be ready. The food was fantastic! My parents who are Indian and ofc have eaten all types of aindian food were giving high praise to the food. My dad without being asked said several times how good the food was, especially the tandoori chicken. My girlfriend had a lamb rice bowl which was spicy and delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant and looking forward to taking my sister and her family there with us next time. read more

Paratha wala is the definition of a restaurant that pit its best foot forward. The food is delicious, from the paratha rolls to the biryanis to the goat curry and butter chicken.. i've never had anything mediocre or bad. It's always outstanding. The service is amazing if have Vani as your server, your experience will be amazing! Vani is kind, knowledgeable and witty. She always goes out of her way to ensure that you and your party have the best time. As for the ambiance, the decor is beautiful, there are photos of indian movie stars everywhere, the backyard is pretty.. we were surrounded by flickering fireflies. It was magical. Do yourself a favor and just go! read more

Super tasty Indian food. We got the Samosas appetizer, Butter Paneer, and Garlic Paratha (with extra garlic). I really liked having horseradish sauce to go with the samosas. The spices in the paneer were numerous and a flavorful blend. My only complaint is that the paneer was crumbled too finely. I prefer to have identifiable chunks of paneer. Highly recommend. Also a great, classic ice cream place, Eddie's, just down the street. read more

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From the food to their service I am impressed! The vibe of the place is definitely chill and the prices are more than reasonable for what they offer!! Would recommend for a brunch date night or fast bite to eat! read more

Paratha Wala - Indian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

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The best food! I would definitely recommend trying this spot. I went for dinner and everything was really fresh and delicious. The service was great, and everyone was so attentive and friendly. 10/10 read more

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I took some of my family members for dinner at Paratha Wala to celebrate my daughter's high school graduation. It was our first time there, and it was a very good experience overall. The decor was nice, the food was good, but the service was outstanding. They were incredibly patient and accommodating. Everyone was so polite, friendly, and helpful. Sometime it could be stressful to have a nice meal outside as a big group with few rambunctious kids. We had a great time, the kids had fun... overall a successful family dinner. Thank you so much to all the servers at Paratha Wala. read more

Went back a few weeks ago and just wanted to say that my server, Hayat, was amazing! Quick service with yummy food, Paratha Wala is still a top choice for the neighborhood. read more

Had a late weekend lunch dining in at this neighborhood spot. All of our dishes arrived quickly and were delicious and consistent with past orders we have experienced here. We ordered Samosa chaat, butter chicken, lamb kadai and some roti and garlic paratha. These are our go-to's and hit the spot. I preferred the paratha over the roti. The entrees each came with a bowl of white rice. Service was friendly and helpful. The tables for two are "cozy" but adequate and ours became a bit crowded with the many dishes we ordered but it worked. read more

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The food is excellent, great flavors and the portions are plenty. The tea and cocktails were spot on (perhaps a little more alcohol to the drinks, but delicious). Definitely going back for more! read more

BOGO deal on UberEats is a scam. They are just doubling the price for the items. Liars!

The food was delicious. I just need to pick it up myself grubhub was over 2 hours late. I'm ordering a cab now to pick it up!!!

Love the ambiance. There's chalk art on the walls, plus other decor. There is a free multi game arcade, a foosball table, & a carrooka table. The staff was super friendly & helpful. The Ginger Mint / Rose Basil Lemonade was SOOOOO good & the Lamb bowl was DEE-LISH. Prices are decent. I definitely would come back here. Two thumbs up! read more

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Pit stop on our way out of the airport. Such a cute 'gram worthy spot and a variety of offerings. We tried aloo tikka chaat, loaded fries, roti, coconut shrimp curry, butter chicken curry, butter chicken paratha roll, and salmon bowls. Enjoyed the food and had leftovers of the bowls and wrap to take home. Even my parents were impressed. The service was wonderful, as they were fairly busy on a Fri night they didn't hesitate to put us in their private room in the back. This was great as there was an arcade game there that my kid took full advantage while we waited for our food came out. We also had the lychee lemonade which was really nice as well, not super sweet and blended well. Too stuffed for dessert. Definitely pricey w all the items and drinks ordered but we felt that the cost was justified. Would def recommend for a nice Indian food fix esp if you're traveling near the JFK airport! read more

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The staff here is amazing, and the ambiance is great! My party of 3 was able to sit down for a while and enjoy the food leisurely. All the food was great, and I highly recommend getting food from here whether it's dine-in or take-out. The mocktails were really good, especially the Lychee Lemonade! The appetizers very good, we got the Amritsari Fish and Samosa Chaat. I'd recommend both of the highly. The main courses we got were the Butter Chicken Roll, Paneer Bowl, and the Lamb Bowl. All three were good, but I'd highly recommend the Butter Chicken Roll! I'd highly recommend making the trip over to dine-in or ordering take-out! read more

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Stopped here last week for Cocktails and Apps, and we had a good time. The decor and atmosphere was so cute and pretty, with a Desi touch to everything. Service was good, and the Staff were friendly and helpful. While the Cocktails and Mocktails tasted really good, but the Fish Appetizers was a little overcooked. I feel the Curries and Breads would have been better but we didn't order anything since we had other plans for Dinner. read more

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I have had Paratha Wala bookmarked on Yelp for yearssss! I was in the neighborhood for a Paint n Sip Event, and finally made it here! It did not disappoint! We arrived at 4pm on a Sunday, and there were no other customers there. This worked out great for us, since we had everyone's undivided attention. After our painting class, we arrived STARVING and ready to Eat!! Four of us shared the below dishes: - Complimentary Chips: I'm not sure what kind of chips these were but we devoured them! - Golgappa (aka Fuchka) $9.95/6 pcs: Any time I see Fuchka on the menu, I always order them. This is my favorite Bangladesh Street Food, and if you've never had them before, you must try them. (**Don't know what Fuchka is? Read my footnote below). I could have eaten the whole order by myself! Hahaha Not Joking!! - Amritsari Fish Appetizer $12.95: these are homemade fish fritters, served with a mint ranch sauce. The spiced fish fritters were fantastic but I didn't care for the sauce; instead, I added their spicy sauce (ask them for some if you don't have any at the table). This spicy sauce made the fish fritters 10 times better! - Lamb Kadai (served w.bowl of Basmati Rice) $22.95: slow cooked lamb with fresh onions and bell peppers. The sauce in this dish was fantastic; however the lamb wasn't as tender as it should be. Had they cooked the lamb a little longer, this would have been 10/10. - Goat Curry (served w.bowl of Basmati Rice) $24.95: Bone-in goat curry with Indian herbs & spices. This dish was phenomenal! So much flavor; nice and tender meat. This dish was the winner of our meal. Get this! - Railway Chicken Curry (served w.bowl of Basmati Rice) $17.95: Classic Indian Bone-in chicken curry with cherry tomatoes. This curry sauce was delicious! The chicken was good; albeit a tad bit dry since it was all white meat, but good nonetheless. - Garlic Paratha ($6.95): We usually order Naan but since Paratha is in the restaurant name, we figured we'd try their Garlic Paratha. The Paratha was very good but we would have preferred a bolder garlic flavor. You can never have too much garlic! :D "*Footnote: For those who don't know, Fuchka are small hollow round spherical semolina shells, chipped open on top, and filled with savory potato and chickpeas, and other spices. They are served with a chili garlic sauce and a tamarind sauce on the side. When you're ready to consume these shells, add the two sauces, and immediately pop the whole shell in your mouth. (If you wait too long, the sauces will make them soggy). There will be an explosion of flavors unlike anything you've ever had. Love these!! There are so many different varieties of Fuchka; however, Paratha Wala only serves one kind. On a side note, TONG has a street cart in Jackson Heights which offers a wide variety of these Fuchka snack foods. Go with a friend so you can try a variety of Fuchka! Great service and hospitality! This restaurant was on the smaller side but it was decorated nicely, and was very clean. Free street parking available on the side streets; Metered parking available on Metropolitan Ave. Although parking can be extremely challenging in this neighborhood, on the Sunday afternoon, this was not a problem at all. So glad I finally got to try Paratha Wala! The food was delicious; along with great service. Recommended, and I look forward to a return visit! read more

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