My only complaint? My stomach has a limit…read more My family and I have been coming to Diwan for years, and this is hands down our go-to spot for Indian all-you-can-eat. I used to frequent the Indian buffets in Jackson Heights, and honestly, Diwan is just as good, if not better! One thing I really appreciate is that they have their own parking lot, the dining room is spacious, and as a parent, I was thrilled to see they have baby high chairs. Those little details make a big difference. We stopped by for their weekday AYCE special at just $15 per adult, which is an incredible value! My plate always ends up looking the same because I can't resist the chicken biryani, palak paneer, and that rich, creamy butter chicken. Oh, and they mostly use chicken thighs! So tender and moist! I keep telling myself I'll try something different... then I walk back with the exact same favorites. No regrets. We also ordered the mango lassi, and it was fantastic! Just a little tip: it comes with ice by default, so if you prefer it without ice, just let them know when ordering. The food quality has been consistently excellent every time we've visited, and the service has always been warm and attentive. Another thing I enjoy is how peaceful the dining room is. It's not loud or chaotic. Everyone seems completely focused on the important business of enjoying their food. A couple of helpful tips: the buffet is dine-in only, so you can't pack up buffet food to take home. If you're ordering takeout, you'll need to order from the regular menu instead. They also offer children's pricing for the buffet, so if you're unsure about the details, just give them a quick call. If you're craving great Indian food without emptying your wallet, Diwan continues to be one of my favorite AYCE spots. Highly recommended!

What a rare and beautifully hidden gem of a spot off the GCP. It was close to our gym and after a…read moregood workout comes the reward and it's an AYCE Indian buffet. Fresh puri and plenty of sauces, fresh rice and a very nice spread of Indian favorites. I really enjoyed everything they had to offer and especially the vegetarian options such as dhal and paneer. Great service and the only caveat is that any naan is purchased separately as it's not included in the ayce price. You can also just order fresh plates of any combination off their à la carte menu. We opted for the lunch buffet and were very satisfied and both price point and quality were excellent. The restaurant itself is nice with great ambiance and plenty of seating. There's also plenty of beverage options. We've been back twice already and anticipate many more visits.

Comfortable ambiance and service.. been awhile since Bon and I visited but with the original owners…read moreback we enjoyed our meal and the conversation we had .. food is excellent!! Our appys were Manchurian Cauliflower and Drums of Heaven Mains were Lamb Roge Josh and Goat Vindelo...both well prepared and elegantly presented...I go chopped green chili peppers to boost the heat in my Vindelo! Both delish.prices are very reasonable and we will return soon!

So happy the original owners are back! The food is just as incredible as I remember from years…read moreago...rich, flavorful, and truly authentic. Every dish brought back that same comfort and quality that made me fall in love with this place in the first place. If you've been missing real Indian and Indonesian flavors, this is it!

I came here last week for an event, and got to enjoy basically a tasting menu of sorts…read more This menu took Indian flavors on a seriously fun ride. From rich and smoky to spicy, tangy, creamy, and refreshing. Banjara Tikka brought tender chicken thighs layered with yogurt, fried onion and garlic. Mauryaji Basket Chaat delivered chickpeas, potato, tamarind, mint, pomegranate and a creamy yogurt mousse. The Chicken Seekh Kebab was perfectly seasoned and savory with pickled laccha onion, while the Guntur Chilli Chicken Bao turned up the heat with Guntur red chili, sesame and refreshing beetroot shikanji shots. The vegetarian dishes absolutely held their own as well. Chilli Momo with carrot, sesame and seaweed, came out with a soft, delicate bite and a subtle chew, filled with a lightly spiced vegetable mix that leaned savory and aromatic rather than overpowering heat. The Paneer Makhni was rich, velvety, and deeply comforting. The paneer stayed soft and pillowy, soaking up a buttery tomato-cashew gravy that was slightly sweet, gently tangy, and finished with that unmistakable fenugreek aroma that tied everything together. The mains were just as unforgettable. Laal Maas came in bold and unapologetic. Tender goat slow-cooked until it practically melted off the bone, swimming in a deep, smoky gravy built on mathania chilies that brought slow heat. The Shrimp Malai Curry was the complete opposite in tone. Silky coconut milk wrapped around plump tiger shrimp, with Bengali whole spices adding a gentle sweetness and aromatic depth that made the dish feel light yet indulgent at the same time. And somehow dessert still had room to impress. Rose Kulfi was creamy, floral and sweet without being overwhelming. Drinks included everything from the floral, mezcal-and-rooza Gulabo to Mango Lassi. And as someone who historically doesn't like anything rose flavored, I enjoyed both the drink AND the dessert. Just as good as the food, was the service. It is definitely a spot that should not be missed.

Really not a great experience overall and I definitely don't see us going back which is sad because…read moreI had been wanting to go here for a few months now. The service was terrible. One person running the whole room who was the host, bartender, busboy and waiter so we were definitely being patient throughout the night as the service was slow. We received our spicy chicken appetizer before any water. But that wasn't even my biggest issue. Main problem was the amount of times we heard the word "no." No to wanting to sit in a booth (only 2 other tables sitting at the time). He told us there was a reservation for the booth that had no one ever show up for. The whole dinning room only had 2 other tables that were occupied the whole time we were there. And we were there till almost 10:00 pm. He said "no" to ordering a drink without the mezcal in it. He said no to adjusting spice level of the biryani from mild to medium. And I couldn't keep up after that but the no's kept coming. It was on the later side, my daughter was hungry so we just stuck with it unfortunately. Food was mediocre. Some good items some worse. The chicken biriyani had way too much masala on the bottom. The ratio was off completely between the rice and chicken. The firey chicken appetizer was good. The chicken tikka masala entrée came out wayyyy too spicy. And my husband loves spicy but he was literally sweating through the meal. The waiter did offer to change it but at that point we wanted to just finish and leave. He did give us 3 of the rose kulfie's to compensate for the u reasonably spicy chicken, which was the best part of the whole meal. The shrimp in my daughter's noodles were overcooked but the noodles were ok. Sadly this was our anniversary dinner. Such a disappointment! We should have gone to Baijaan like we were originally planning to!

We love this place!!!! The food is amazing whether you dine in or take out. Love it!!read more

Really good food with decent portion sizes…read more Food: I didn't love the samosa chaat- it needed more chutney. The chicken seekh kaban was very flavorful. The biryani was good but could have used some more meat Receive: good service - fast Ang kind Ambience: a nice spot with decent seating

I am an Indian food enthusiast so once I realized this place opened it was a must try. Ordered a…read moregarlic naan and chicken achari (pickling spice curry). They asked if I wanted rice, which was weird normally dishes come with rice, here it's extra. Was told would be about 25 minutes, it was close. The delivered on flavor. I did ask for spicy, it had a good tang. Far from overpowering. Good balance. Excellent flavor. They do leave me wanting to return, which after having tried MANY places I can say is not a common reaction. They are certainly very new. Bar isn't even stocked yet. The manager and staff were very polite. I think it has great potential. Be careful with ordering online, that seems to have a few things not fully set up yet and prices are higher so call in your order. Do try this spot. Let the community know your thoughts

I started off with the garlic naan. It was delicious. We ordered the sag paneer, chicken tikka…read moremasala and seekh kebab. All were great. The seekh kebab was minced chicken. It was spicy. The service was great and friendly. Great place for Indian food.

Tamil native here. This food is about as good as it gets without a trip back to the homeland…read more Chutney and Sambar game is on point. Masala Chai was top notch. Decent vada. Chappathi and Poori (including the potato masala for the Poori) among the best I have had in the US. Highly recommended.

Service is so bad staff can't speak English we ordered Dosa samovar was cold Dosa had no flavor…read morethis is the worse Dosa I had I don't recommend this place

Stopped in for a quick bite and we were absolutely blown away by the service and the food…read more Everything was delicious not a bite was left.. and the people were so sweet and attentive. We will definitely be back, highly recommend!

This restaurant offers vegetarian North Indian cuisine. It does not offer a lot of service, and I…read morehad to wave someone in the back to get seated. I note that multiple other people walked into the restaurant and left immediately, apparently due to not being greeted. It was a very small operation, and a smoke detector went off in the kitchen while I was there, which seems like something that should not happen in a dedicated food service space. However, I hung on, figuring that the small and slightly sketchy suburban spot was likely to deliver delicious food, and to be fair to them, they did. Spoiled for choice, I kept it classic and got a choley bhature, a chickpea curry with two fried breads and some accompaniments. The breads came out very nicely; they are fried but weren't drowning in oil like some places. The chickpea curry had strong cinnamon notes, and combined well with onions and a hot pepper. The amount of bread was just about right. They were out of dumplings, so I got a soup, and their manchow soup had abundant freshly diced vegetables. A chai was small but did the job. I could easily have ordered any number of other things, and my conclusion was that this probably is not the place to take someone out for a nice atmospheric dinner, but if you want some satisfying comfort food, you can get it here.

This is the best place to have real South Indian food. Their Rava Dosa was very delicious. We had…read morethe best experience. The owners were very friendly and treat customers with respect and dignity. We had a very bad experience some where else and Dosa World did an excellent job making our day. Thank you for your best hospitality.

Whenever we are craving dosas and authentic Indian food, we drive all the way to Dosa World! We've…read moretried other spots in Hicksville, but we love that this spot is consistently yummy and that they have both dosas and curry dishes on their menu. Our go-to for Indian food! Their Rava Dosa is usually crispy and packed with flavor. The gunpowder one is yummy! The Khadai Paneer Masala is also usually super yummy, and we love the tomato creamy base that is paired with the paneer--a different alternative when we aren't craving Palak Paneer. Of course, have to wash it down with a Mango Lassi. Of note, sometimes the service is a little spotty and it can be a bit difficult to flag a waiter down/have the food come to the table within a reasonable time during some visits, but during other visits, everything will be spot on. Regardless, great for a casual date night or for groups! What we typically order: - Khadai Paneer Masala or Palak Paneer - One of the Rava Dosas (can't go wrong with any) - Samosas - Mango Lassi

I absolutely love Shaheens!…read more Went there to try out the Chicken tikka that my girlfriend raved about. The restaurant is spacious, clean and inviting. The takeout area was busy but we were able to get a table rather quickly. We ordered the Chicken tikka masala, chicken tikka, samosa and garlic naan. By far the best chicken tikka masala I've ever had in my life was at shaheens. It's flavored so well and the perfect amount of creaminess. Their chicken tikka was seasoned well too and so tender. The samosas are big and stuffed with the filling, which was also amazing. The waitress provided us with tamarind sauce and a yogurt sauce that paired well with everything there. I can't rave enough on how good Shaheens is!!

Great selection of authentic Pakistani food. Everything they make has great flavor with lots of…read morespice. Fair warning as even the mild can be spicier than normal which I love. The butter chicken is sweet, spicy and creamy. The chicken was extremely tender. The fresh made naan is charred to perfection. The staff was very accommodating and helped us choose dishes.

Jazeera Restaurant stands out for bringing a more specific regional style of Indian…read morecuisine--Hyderabadi food--which makes the menu feel different from most typical desi restaurants. It's also great that they offer zabiha halal options, which makes it more accessible and comfortable to order from. The food itself is where they shine. The biryani is especially good--aromatic, fresh, and well-layered in flavor. The haleem is rich, hearty, and very satisfying, and dishes like the keema luqmi also feel freshly made and thoughtfully prepared. You can tell there's real effort behind the savory items. That said, the menu feels a bit unfocused now. With the addition of things like Chinese dishes and smoothies, it starts to feel a little scattered instead of staying true to its Hyderabadi identity, which is a bit confusing as a customer. The decor is very modern and clean, but it doesn't really reflect the cultural richness of the cuisine--something more traditional like places such as Sunshine Restaurant would've suited it better. On the downside, the desserts were also not a hit for me--they leaned too sweet and didn't feel as balanced as the savory dishes.

Watch your check before you pay!!! They charge 25% service…read morecharge plus 5% on your credit card fee without notify you. Shame of them!