Food is very good, specially kabobs, samosas, and chaat. One of the best in area. Halwa puri is good. Family owned and service is excellent. The place has plenty of seats, not fancy or decorated. read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - Dahi Bhalla Chaat - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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I don't know if it's confirmation bias or personal preference, but Phulkari Punjabi hits every mark for me. Every dish I order is exactly the flavor profile, the spice level, the everything I want it to be. I've eaten a lot of Indian food, but this place never misses. Favorites are the Cholay, Palak Paneer, Butter Chicken, Chicken 65, Pakoras, Chili cheese naan, and the veggie samosas, but I have never had anything less than tasty. Put the green chili chutney on everything. Only complaint is they used to have dessert options of gulab jamun or kheer, and I don't think they offer the kheer since dine-in cratered during Covid. Could be wrong, but it was delicious and I miss it. Love you Phulkari Punjabi! read more

Got the Thali menu and the chicken 65. My kids love the chicken here. Most places have a yogurt based chili sauce on the 65 but they keep theirs dry. The Thali menu changes daily. Choose between meat or vegetarian. You get 3 dish samples, raita, roti, and desert. My only issue with this place are the hours. They close pretty early sometimes and have off days that are unexpected like for vacation. I think they've gotten better now that we've moved farther from Covid, with their hours that is. read more

This is our go to place for well seasoned northern Indian food. Spice levels are a little unpredictable but the flavoring is always great. We used to eat in but since the pandemic it seems like this has turned into a take out venue. Even when you do sit down it's counter ordering. . Don't miss the samosa specials - great deal on carry out. We generally get extra food so we can enjoy the leftovers. read more

Non veg thali -$12. Butter chicken curry chicken and matter panner. This was my first time here and I am so satisfied. This has to be one of my favorite meals I've ever had- the curry chicken and butter chicken are dream worthy. The portions were perfect. I finished it all. They give you rice, naan, fresh veggies, yogurt and a dessert ( I forget the name - it's like a cheese ball in honey but donut consistency.) I cannot wait until I come back to try the Biryani. The service was quick there was, only three of us in here. The place was clean. Side note - I cannot handle any spice like mild + is too hot for me usually however this food was full of flavor and barely spicy- thank goodness read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - Non veg Thali - butter chicken, curry chicken and matter paneer - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

I went here a while ago. I ordered the vegetarian plate with garlic naan, which was extra. The main dishes were good, the naan was good, nice garlicky flavor, speckled minced garlic. Spices were decent. The food overall was a good sampling. I would have liked and wanted more and larger portions of the main dishes, but it's thali after all. read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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Before it was Phulkari it was Indo-Pak. Steadfast in quality of food, you know you will get a good meal because it's consistent. 5 stars because as a desi girl, I'm picky about desi food and the lamb biryani, saag, samosas, chaat papadi, lamb kharayi, are forever favs and never disappoint. No it's not fancy, its not about aesthetic, it's a hole in the wall but who cares, because the food will always deliver. read more

I tried few different things from this place. Both their veggie and non veg thali were good but their veggie thali items definitely tasted a lot better than the meat ones. Their pani puri was not good at all. Wouldn't recommend it! Their chicken biryani was decent also. Not as good as I expected based on the reviews. I would definitely come back for their veggie thali again!! read more

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Dirty restaurant and bathroom. The food was not flavorful. I knew better but still tried it. I'll never return.

Ok, let's talk Indian food. Cause this is one of my absolute favorite type of culture cuisine. There is none higher when if comes to Indian. Then I saw this spot on yelp serving in Thali style,,, I had to straight up pay these guys a visit. Plus my samosa craving comes hella strong on days when I get my Indian craving on. The restaurant is set up as a eatery type,, you go up to the counter, and let them know what you like, they make your food, server comes out from the back and drops your meal at your table. We did two of their meat thali sets. Each thali comes with 3 types of meat dishes, basmati rice, pickles, sweet chutney and yogurt for accompaniments. If you do, you might want to order some samosas as well,, these are little potato and veggie patties that are a popular street food in india. Also, don't forget the garlic naan. Because my Indian meal is never complete with garlic naan. After you've devoured all that good stuff and it's time for shoot the breeze session. Order you and your friends some Mango Lassi for the win. Yes sir, the proper way to eat Indian food is with your hands. So don't be shocked it you see a proper Indian getting down and dirty with a thali full of food with his bare hands. I too get's down like that, it's the best way to experience Indian cuisine at its finest. Plus I am a firm believer that bare is always best. It's good to be alive, don't waste it by eating fish sticks and chicken fingers. Your taste buds deserve better. Weeeeeeeeeeeee!!! read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - (",) - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

This restaurant catered a friend's wedding and it was to die for!!!! Best chaat I've ever had.

When it comes to ethnic cuisine, Madison Heights is where it's at. And this Punjabi restaurant does not disappoint! If I lived closer, I would be here at least once a week eating my way through the menu. When you walk in, the place is fairly spacious but sparsely decorated. Very casual vibe. Definitely a place where you can feel comfortable eating by yourself, enjoying lunch or dinner while reading a good book. When I walked in on a Thursday evening around 5pm, there was no one in the restaurant but I was promptly greeted by a very friendly server. I was asking about the desserts and differences between them and she happily obliged me. If you're looking for variety, the thalis are a great way to try 3 different entrees for a reasonable price. Thali which literally means plate is an assortment of dishes paired with rice, your choice of bread, and dessert. Their thali also comes with a little side salad, bowl of raita (spiced yogurt), and achar (pickled vegetables) which I personally was not a huge fan of. The pickled vegetables are woowee!, pack quite the punch, and the yogurt sauce was too sour for my taste but to each their own. I appreciate being able to try all these dishes as they are without being watered down. The samosas are top notch and at $3 for 2, just add that on as an appetizer. It's a no-brainer. ;) The sauce with the chickpeas packed a nice heat to it but paired with the mint chutney and sweet sauce it was sooooo good. I would be a happy camper just eating that alone. Definitely don't forget about the hot beverages. I like the Masala chai (has added spices like cardamom compared to just the regular chai) and it pairs wonderfully with the rice pudding you get with the thali. I can't say enough nice things about this place! Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area and worth the drive if you're not. read more

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This place has been on my bookmark list for a while and today we have a couple of appointments in the area so today is the day. Be prepared to go to the counter to pick what you want to order from the menu and pay. They give you a number to place on your table and then you sit down; they will bring your order to the table as soon as it is ready. We decided to order two Vegetable Thali Combos so we each picked three currys and naan and dessert. I picked chickpea curry, spinach paneer, and potato cauliflower curry. The dish included raita, basmati rice, and naan which we changed to garlic naan. Cutting to the chase, everything was tasty and delicious, not too spicy but you knew it was there, and the quantity was perfect as we were both satisfied and had nothing to take home. We'll definit read more

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Was recommended to come here by a friend who dines here often! I really really liked the street style platters called thali. It comes with various dishes to please your taste buds. I usually get the meat platter. You can choose three dishes from their daily menu, a roti or nan, and a small dessert option (go for the Gulab Jamun!). I usually end up getting the chicken tiki masala and butter chicken- delicious! *Tip: If you're not looking to eat a lot, the platter is definitely shareable. Just order extra meat for $3 and another naan.* Samosas were great too, though a bit small. Overall, I like this place a lot. The food is tasty and flavorful. It's not expensive and it's quick! Next time I'm looking forward on trying the biryani. read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

Punjabi style Thali is their specialty, and I highly recommend this to anyone who has never tried Indian food before! I brought 2 friends here, 1 of whom has never tasted Indian food. Thali style is ideal because you can order a few options per person to try. This restaurant is the best - big portions, heavenly naan, and nothing is too spicy. I ordered the meat Thali, only $10. You can mix and match 3 meats and veggies for this price, and it comes with raita, pickled vegetables, a chopped veggie salad, a giant naan and 1 dessert. My meal was fantastic - I ordered the chicken kofta, chicken curry and chicken makhani. Makhani is one of my favorites because it's so creamy, and this curry was phenomenal! The naan is one of the best parts - a HUGE portion and you can add another to your order for $1. Yes, you read that right. Other places charge $4-$5, but not here! Finished my excellent meal with a masala chai, which was underwhelming, but still hot and plentiful. Will most definitely return, this place is doing everything right. read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - Meat thali ($10!) - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

I came here for the first time reluctantly with my mother because of some reviews I read. My mom, who is originally from India, had been raving about the food and really wanted to take me here. I have to say that I was impressed with the authenticity of the food, the friendliness of the owner and the portion sizes. We tried a thali with a mix of veg and non veg items, halwa puri and pani puri. Everything was absolutely amazing! Will definitely return and recommend! read more

Good quantity and quality food. TASTYYYYY!! Interiors can be much more fancy for the kind of food that they serve. VA- Yes Interiors: 8.7/10 Food Taste: 9.2/10 Presentation: 8.5/10 Service: 8.2/10 Ambience: 8.5/10 Pricing: Couple Lunch- $30-$35 read more

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I have eaten a LOT of Indian food in the metro area. Countless places, from Canton, to novi, to Troy, and back. The first time I saw phulkari I was interested in it just based on its location. It's in a weird spot. The first couple times I tried eating there it was closed. Finally one day I went and it was open. I got a thali and some onion bhaji. I wasn't hyper impressed by the thali, but the onion bhaji was beyond good. I kept going back, trying different combinations of the thalis and always eating platefuls of the onion bhaji. Then one day I went with my wife and saw someone at a table eating tandoori chicken and it looked really really good. So I ordered one for myself. It came dripping with ghee and dusted in chaat masala powder. Since then, that's all I order. One whole chicken, a plate of onion bhaji, 2 naan, and a small side of achar pickle. Do yourself a favor, go get a whole tandoori chicken here. read more

I like this joint! Everything here was delicious. Tried the vegetarian and animal murderer thali, paneer makhni was the star of the show, lamb curry and palak paneer was pretty damn great also, look forward to getting either one next time i come. Also had lamb biryani which got condemned at 3 in the morning because i was so fat after the thali i couldn't breathe. They also had some kind of pickled vegetable that came with the thali that was so good, taking an order of that home next time ffs why is it so hard to find food with flavor around here! Portions are huge. Prices are super cheap. If you're not an aspiring fat boy like myself no reason you'd have to spend more than 10 bucks here. Everything was spiced really well and i appreciated that there was actually a good amount of chili pepper in the food. Not a whole lot, i would have preferred more, but it was there which is welcome because most restaurants in America will not spice your food unless you beg them and even then they skimp because they don't want you to complain i guess. Next time I'll definitely ask for it to be hot. On the decor side the place is nothing to look at. I'd rather not pay for it in higher food prices though so whatever as far as that. It's fairly clean, although both of our utensils had crusted food on them which was pretty unappetizing. Even when you get clean utensils later you still question how poorly they're cleaning any of their dishes that you could get some like that so it's a really bad look altogether. Lost a star for that. Won't preclude me from eating here though. Still recommended. read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - Thali with meat dishes - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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This restaurant is definitely the definition of hole-in-the-wall. Lip smacking Punjabi food, not too spicy. Love the achaar they serve. I wish they had better ambience though. read more

Excellent and very reasonably priced thali dinners with changing options each day. There are several choices for both vegetarian and meat dishes. Everything we tried from the thali menu was delicious, well-spiced and good textures. The thali dinners also come with dessert! We enjoyed the rice pudding. You can order thali at the counter for carry out, but you cannot call it in. I would stick to the thali, though, we also had a vegetable biryani (okay), a whole tandoori chicken (seemed like it was cooked too quickly, and not seasoned enough, though it was colorful), and lamb kabobs (okay). None of them stood out. They also have some drink selections that I haven't seen to round out your meal. Service was friendly and fairly quick. read more

Good place to have a quick Indian bite. Affordable items on the list which shows on the quantity of food on plate but tastes really good for the money. They close dine area 30 mins before their closing time, so if you're running late, plan on taking your food home. read more

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This place is a gem! On one hand, I could not help but feel that this is a small family restaurant just starting out, but oh so ready to expand to the next level. Who ever is in the kitchen has all the expertise of an excellent chef and I wish them well! They serve Halal meat too! On the other hand, this place is hard to describe. Once inside is much larger than it appears and the random routine Qs posted by YELP made the realize this - is it a dive? Sort of and sort of not. It's clean and very cozy, low lights, but not dark, hence the 'sort of' under the intimacy Q. It's been crazy busy for carry-out and the only waiter is the guy at the register who has been on the phone taking orders repeatedly since we got here ten minutes ago. The bathroom is icky. Handful of Indian customers (I mention this out of respect for authenticity in food preparation). read more

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Now this was a good dining experience! I wasn't too sure what to expect but was overall very pleased. When I walked in I was a bit concerned because it seemed to be a bit unkept, however, it was pretty clear that there was a large party that just left and they seemed to be a bit understaffed as one guy was cleaning the dining room and there seemed to be only two other people working. There was a fairly large TV on the wall playing what appeared to be music videos in possibly Punjabi language (not sure) but it was very pleasant and helped sync the atmosphere and food. I ordered the Vegetarian Thali $8 which came with two pieces of regular naan but I ordered two extra pieces of garlic naan based on other recommendations listed previously. That was a great add for $2. This was enough food for two people easily and very good! I also ordered a full order of Tandoori Chicken to go $10. I ate one piece before I left it was warm and juicy, however, was a bit bland based on others I've had but still good. They give you great portions for very reasonable prices. I'd certainly recommend this place and will return in the future. read more

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We got the vegetarian thali, chole Puri halwa, paneer makhani, Malai kofta and daal makhani, also got the lassi. The food was great but they asked us to pay extra for a spoonful of pickle and that left a sour taste in our mouths. Hence the one less star. read more

The restaurant is nice and clean, its a family owned place. The menu has good options of vegetarian and meat and its halal so all in all good, the prices are cool not very expensive saag and maki roti was very nice and pari chat was cool as well, all in all decent place to enjoy your snacks read more

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Really amazing food! Everything I've had here is great. I love the samosas and aloo paratha and my favorite dish is the Biryani. The hours are really minimal, for lunch mainly and it's not much to look at atmosphere wise, but it's perfect for take out! Highly suggested lunch spot or if you can eat dinner around 3 haha read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen is truly a gem in the Metro Detroit area. Its unique menu and tongue-tantalizing tastes will keep you coming back to discover new culinary treasures. One special thing about Phulkari is the fact that all of the dishes are native to India's Punjabi region. Enough with the flowery crap. You need to eat here. Here are the things you'll love: 1. All of it The rice, naan, lamb korma, kadhi pakora, muttar paneer, aloo gobi, are so good. Love the samosas and chana masala. The food here can be spicy. If you are weak of heart, you might need to suck back a lot of mango lassis (which wouldn't be a bad thing!) or order extra raita. The best thing to do your first time here (unless you're familiar with the cuisine) would be to order the thali. This is a nice sampler of three dishes, rice, bread, salad, and dessert. The price ranges between $8-10 depending on whether you get vegetarian or meat. Another great dish is the Aloo Puri & Halwa, which consists of a potato curry, fried wheat bread, and lentil pudding. The interior is absolutely beautiful and looks like a modern cafe. There will be art exhibits and musical performances in the coming months. You need to eat here. read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - Front counter. - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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I stayed in MI for 3 yrs and explored indian joints. I was born and raised in western And southern india, so got a flavor of authentic north and south indian food. Punjabi phulkari is ver different from the usual indian restaurants. It is an Indian equivalent of falafel places- more casual, street food, quite delicious. Very clean, prices are reasonable and food consistent. I love their thali, parathas and sweets!! I would rate it among my top 3 choices for indian food around detroit area. Amritsari Alloo Tikki is so authentic!! - beats indian street side alloo tikki. My mom couldnt believe the flavors when she visited frm Delhi. TIP- Dont miss cholay, Amritsaari Alloo tikki and if u r hungry- try the thali!!! read more

I went here with the mindset I was going to be walking into a sit down restaurant rather than fast-casual, and found myself surprised to walk up to a counter with a large menu displayed behind and be given a cup to gather my own water. To be honest I think this is the first time I have been to an Indian restaurant of this nature and was immediately skeptical. Boy, was I proven wrong. The food here is wonderful and I think the Thali dishes are the way to go. You get to pick three of the vegetable or meat offerings of that day and a desert -- the Thali plate then comes with a pickled vegetable appetizer, Papadum, rice, and naan. I went with the Murgh Makhani (Buttered Chicken) to be safe and was very impressed by the even blending of the spices. Unfortunately I can not recall the names of the other meat options I chose but all were delightful with the Makhani being the spotlight. Mmm, and I washed it all down with a guava drink which I chose out of an assortment of some unique beverages. Stuffed I didn't get a chance to check out their assortment of intriguing desserts all freshly made and many which I had never seen before, but there is always next time! I will easily frequent this place for a quick and inexpensive meal. The Thali dishes will only run you between $8-$12 and as previously stated, are wonderful. Though the interior is updated with colorful walls and fiber arts the cafeteria-esk style may be offsetting to some but they offer takeout service which was being used time and time again while I sat with my vegetarian fella (who also enjoyed his meal immensely). read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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From the outside, you're kinda like eh, the inside is cafeteria-esque, so I only go there for lunch, and primarily take-out, but the food is phe-nom! The Thali plate is like your own personal buffet. Your choice of 3 different dishes, all vegetarian, all meat, or combo. Dishes rotate, so on average they have 5-6 different vegetarian and 3-4 meat dishes. Then you get Naan or Roti, rice, yogurt, a wee salad, and dessert. Enough for lunch & left overs, or to share if you're just trying it for the first time. Trust me, after your first, you won't want to share. And for beginners, always, always, always, get the Butter Chicken and anything with Paneer (cheese) in the title. read more

Can I give this place more stars? Because if I could I would. The first time I ate here, I came back within a few days because I was craving it so badly! I love Indian food, but I am also careful where I go, because sometimes the sauces are too rich for me and leave me with an upset stomach. Not here! Everything is amazing. I always come for lunch and get the lunch platter (don't know what the proper name for it is). The very patient young lady at the counter always explains what everything is to me; for the life of me I can never remember what I eat. Unless of course it's "Butter Chicken"....I can remember that! I am never disappointed with the selection. The vegetarian options are delightful. Try some things from the street vendor menu. I had some bomb onions fried in chickpea batter! Gluten-free mind you! And if you avoid wheat, they are happy to give you extra rice in place of naan. What a perfect little hidden gem. read more

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Been here a handful of times now and agree with the review about the portion size of the Thali. It appears to be a small meal but it is a ton of food. The butter chicken is simply awesome. I could eat it quite often and be happy. I also enjoy the guy at the counter taking the time to explain dishes and even suggesting items often. They have a counter full of deserts I've yet to try but will little by little. Overall great place read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - Thali - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

Just absolutely delicious. Their tandoori chicken is excellent! I've gotten it to go a few times and it has never failed. Their butter (makhani) chicken has this great sauce and flavor. Their (lamb) seekh kababs are also great. Pakistani food and northern Indian food is very similar, and their northern Indian food really feels authentic to me! I reviewed IndoPak, the previous permutation of Phulkari Punjabi, and I have only good things to say this time around as well. Delicious, well priced, and the gentleman who takes my phone order is always polite and helpful! read more

Delicious Punjabi food. My favorite is the vegetarian thali. Pro-tip order eat in restaurant if possible (closed indoor dining with Covid restrictions). Also love the samosa chat! read more

Absolutely a horrible experience. Our office is walking distance from this place. We have been honestly trying to be nice to this place. Phulkari is a huge disaster when it come so Indian Food in terms of flavor and taste. The food has no Indian Taste. This place has no customer service. They don't even smile when you go down and order your food. The flavor and taste is absolutely pathetic. There is no spice or flavor. You can cook better food at home. Trust me. This is not even an exaggeration. You try the food and you will know. There is no concept of customer service. Please do not waster your time and money. Horrible experience... Thanks, Mike read more

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Very authentic Indian dishes, including the street food menu with $5 items. It's a popular place, so there's a wait. But it's well worth it. They also have a small assortment of baked goods like coconut barfi for dessert. Personally, after a big Indian meal I can always use a little barfi. read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - Sometimes it's good to have a little barfi after your meal - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

Many dishes on menu not available. No service at all. Had to clean our own table. Food wasn't good at all. The tikka masala was salty. I think take out should be fine but definitely not an ideal sit down restaurant. read more

I have ordered 2 dishes(Makki roti-saag and Veg thali) and drinks(fountain and Lassi), and they have charged me around $24 while I was wondering how it could possible! So I have asked for the bill, and in front of me she made a bill which I posted here. And when I have asked her why did they charge me $10 for Makki roti-saag where menu shows $7, she just said we increased the price. How ridiculous is that! They are charging random amount for these dishes, so please be aware of this kind of scam at Phulkari. read more

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen - Indian Near Me - Madison Heights, Michigan

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I had very high hopes of this place after being told by a few friends. We went there and and it was a almost empty restaurant. We ordered Samosa, thali, chole and aloo paratha. We got glasses for water which also looked dirty and over used and Samosa was just boiled potato with no spice. The chutneys that came with it were also just watery. The thali had 3 vegetables the paneer makhani was decent but the paneer itself was hard as if it was frozen. The aloo matar and dal makhani were below avg. The garlic naan was good. The chole bhature arrived and were decent. Nothing special. Had better at other places in Michigan. Finally the aloo paratha arrived and i struggled to see the filling inside thise. It was jus like roti diuble dipped in butter/oil and served with no or little stuffing. The only reason i gave this place 2 stars is the freshness of the preparation of the food and the gulab jamun which comes with thali was good. Overall utterly dissapointed and would not go here again. read more