We came a little bit earlier for the dinner rush it seemed, even though it was 7pm, so it was completely empty. But still, the food took quite awhile to come out. We ordered the kasoori soya chaap, which is a vegan dish made with soy. I wouldn't recommend, as the texture of very rubbery and it did not seem to take on flavor well. The potato appetizer was quite good, though I think it would go nicely on top of some rice as well. For bread we tried out the laacha paratha, which I would pass on next time because it was almost like rolled up roti, and more oily. read more

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Vegetable Tostada $12 (fried Tortilla topped with Soya granules, beans, corn, onion tomato & sauces) - left like a Mexican dish. Would have liked more Indian flavors. Was on the specials menu Paneer Tikka Masala $21 - the paneer was a bit more firm than I prefer but sauce was good Alleppy Fish Curry $27 - very soft fish. Good curry Crunchy Aloo Tikki Chaat (PR Special) $12 (Mashed and seasoned fried potato medallions served with spiced chick peas topped with mint & tamarind chutneys) - this was really good. The potato was really good. Great for dipping with the garlic naan too Good buttery garlic naan Would come back to try their thali lunch read more

Punjabi Rasoi - VEGETABLE TOSTADA $12 Fried Tortilla topped with Soya granules, beans, corn, onion tomato & sauces (from specials menu) - Indian Near Me - Somerset, New Jersey

Amazing food filled with so much flavor! After dining in here I had to place an order for take out to have the rest of the week because it was that good !! read more

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Oh how I love Punjabi Rasoi! I like how the vegetarian thali changes and it's like a pleasant surprise every time. The soy chunk tandoori (?) I had on the thali was the best part. Enjoy! read more

We went there after Covid for the first time this place used to be our go to spot for takeout, but what I saw that the old owners are no longer there and the place has been upgraded. The place looked well kept and clean. It was busy but the service was fast. We had lots of things but the best was dhaba style chicken and laal Maas (I know they might not be able to use the authentic chills and still Called it laal Maas) still A+ for good taste now the bad why why and why you add tons of heavy cream in panner (panner lababdar). But rest of the food was good so 5 stars read more

Punjabi Rasoi - Indian Near Me - Somerset, New Jersey

One word - Disappointed! Came in for a weekday dinner after being recommended by a lot of friends and was not Impressed the the food much ! Ordered a Lassoni Jhinga- The prawns were totally overcooked and were very hard and rubbery ! Sauce was more sour than being lasooni/garlicky For mains the chicken tikka masala was recommended by the server and some naan bread and laccha paratha. The Tikka Masala was good but had a raw tomato flavor in the gravy which indicates it wasn't cooked fully . The chicken also could have been actually grilled in the tandoor and not the regular boiled chicken pieces to give it an authentic feel. The laccha paratha was by far the only good thing I ate here which gets full marks. Maybe will give it another try with a larger group to try more options but not authentic enough based on what I had . Service was slow even though not much rush read more

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The food and service were normal - a usual place that sells usual indian food. Clean interiors, and an open floor concept make for a pleasant, no-fuss environment. On our visit, however, the overall experience was marred by the presence of an unusually loud group nearby. While everyone's entitled to enjoy themselves, the volume and particularly piercing nature of one person's laughter became genuinely disruptive. It wasn't the restaurant's fault per se, but the acoustics and layout didn't do much to contain the sound, which unfortunately took away from the otherwise relaxed vibe. Outside of that, everything went smoothly. read more

Had to wait 15-20 min, but it was well worth the wait and no wonder why once we had the food! Lovely warm and cozy atmosphere inside. Venus was our server and was very welcoming; the service was excellent. Food was delectable Definitely one of the best Indian restaurants I've been to and will absolutely be back!!!! read more

Food was delish! BYOB - so keep that in mind. Only thing we didn't love was the dal makhani - I prefer a slightly thicker curry. read more

They have improved the ambience and seating area. Food was also good. My only regret was that makki ki roti was not cooked properly. Although, the mgmt didn't charge us for the dish. read more

My girlfriend and her family order pickup from this restaurant, but this was my first time having their food and both of our first times dining in. Beyond a lovely experience, our server was incredibly kind and attentive. He even recognized that my girlfriend has come to pick up in the past. Food was out of this world, could not recommend this place more. Will be coming back for chicken keema ASAP. Even gave us a desert on the house following our meal. Impossible to ask any more of a restaurant and their staff! read more

I was a bit hesitant to order food from here, the place looks like it could do with a good clean, but I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala anyways. It was tasty and made on a timely manner. The front desk gentleman was well mannered, I appreciated that since I am not Asian or have any idea of the different foods they have to offer. read more

Another exceptional meal ! Nothing more to say . Consistent taste & service. The husband wife duo who own this place are very involved and care for their customers . Being foodies themselves they keep a tab on the flavors & unique presentation which makes us want to keep going back . A cozy indoor and a lovely outdoor area with ample parking . BYOB makes it convenient to have a beverage of your choice. We hosted a graduation gathering for 25 people outdoor and they took great care and were on point with their dishes. The dining experience at Punjabi Rasoi is worth every penny you pay . read more

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Absolutely incredible- me and my boyfriend went here a few times (pics are from different occasions). Last night though we ordered kebab to start, chicken tikka masala and chicken biryani for mains, and got dessert on the house! The wait staff was incredibly attentive and the food was ... I have no words. So delicious. It was clean, water was in the table when we walked in, a bit on the pricier side but entirely worth it! It almost pains me to post this because I want to keep this place as my little secret, but everyone should have this as their go to Indian food spot! read more

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This restaurant had very unpleasant smell and appeared unhygienic. Would never go back or order for take-out. Yelp reviews were misleading as this place is rated high but overall ambience was poor, food may taste good but I did not feel good eating at a place that smelled so bad read more

Excellent food. My wife said her Chicken Khada Masala was delicious (flavorful, tender) and my Salmon Macchi Tikka was delicious (moist & tender, flavorful). Service was very good. As an aside, the outside of the building could use some work, but the restaurant inside is nice. read more

Drum Rolls- I've found my top 3 Indian Restaurant in Central Jersey! Yes, this is a hidden gem in somerset and they serve the most authentic, delicious and mouth watering dishes. If you have eaten here once, I can guarantee that you will come back here asking for more. They have plenty of parking outside and you can easily find a spot! One of the finest Indian restaurants in Central Jersey, they serve authentic north Indian food with panache! We tried several dishes and the winner were - Bihari kababs, sarson da saag, paneer tikka and chole bhature. The taste of the food is closest to what I've had in Delhi or Punjab. The owner Gurvinder serves everyone with a smile and is very friendly. Some of dishes are served so beautifully like sarson da saag on a manji and bihari kababs in a mini oven that it leaves you with a memory of a lifetime! Other items that are on our next visit list are - tandoori chicken, daal makhani and dhaba style chicken curry! During the summer they have a patio that is setup with punjab village theme, I can't wait for summer and experience the setup! I'd definitely be visiting again and ensuring all my friends and family visit this place! read more

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Not sure what the hype is about this place. Food was pretty average for NJ, just more expensive. If presentation matters to you then go here. Went based on reviews and was disappointed. None of the dishes wowed us for the price we paid. read more

Food was well prepared. We had lasooni fish and bihari chicken and papdi chaat for appetizers. For the main course it was dal makni and butter chicken. Service was friendly and reasonably fast. Prices are decent. Would give 6 out of ten for ambience. read more

Amazing Indian Food with a fresh perspective. We definitely ordered way too much but couldn't help but finishing everything. Outside looks unassuming but inside is beautiful modern decor. The service is great, the owners are very friendly. There is a wide array of flavor and texture in every dish. Recommend the Basket chaat, lasooni gobi, the malai kofta and the falooda. Everything on the menu is perfect tho. Will definitely be back. read more

Punjabi Rasoi - Basket Chaat - Indian Near Me - Somerset, New Jersey

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Came here for the bhatura left with dreams of coming back for more. Yelp says I have to add 19 more characters to post this review but honestly that's all there is to it, two words: Cholee Bhatura read more

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Delicious food and kind service. Everything from the appetizers to the entrees we got were so good and flavorful. The plating and presentation of the food were done tastefully. The ambiance of the restaurant was nice as well. We will definitely be returning! read more

Food was unnecessarily too spicy (even for Indian standards) and oily Service good. Ambiance Ok. read more

Been there more than several times after moving to NJ.Every dinner we had has been over the top.Definitely would recommend there Bihari Kebab and Kasuri Soya Chaap.Also try Angare kebab if you like over the spicy stuff.The owner is a gentleman and greets each and every guest personally,makes you feel like at home. read more

It was an evening to remember . They had a karoke night and best dress retro competition . Along with the awesome food we also got to listen to the good music . They had professional singers to sing and also enthusiast sang ! Dhaba style Chicken curry, chicken dum biryani and chicken kababs were to die for Also the vegetarian menu is elaborate and tasty!!! Cherry on the top was we won the retro completion and won $50 rewards card for our next trip to this awesome Resturant Staff is really very friendly and they get A+ for the service . read more

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My SIL stumbled across this place browsing through Yelp and we decided to give it a try for a early lunch. They had just opened at 11:30 and it was pretty chilly inside we had to ask for the heat to be cut on. We were greeted by a gentleman which I believe was one of the owners He was very nice and allowed to pick our seats . We browsed through the menu using a QR code. They have a pretty good selection of dishes both vegan and meat dishes. We started off with samosas which were delicious especially with those yummy sauces . We ordered 2 chicken and 1 goat dish they were good but was expecting a bit more spice in two of the dishes and the portion sizes although shareable if you just want to try each one but definitely on the small side for the prices. $18-$20 or so for the average dish . But the dishes in general had good flavor but like I mentioned before I was looking for more spice . read more

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Do not be dissuaded from trying Punjabi Rasoi because of its less than inviting street appearance. The food is excellent and prepared in authentic North Indian style. We had an opportunity to sample a variety of appetizers and entrees that were rich in flavor and not excessively spicy or oily. We will be returning even though it is somewhat distant from our home. read more

Some of the best traditional North Indian takeout in the area. Just authentic, fresh, and enriched with a generous amount of taste. I hadn't had it for many years, but the food is just consistent. We ordered Malai Kofta & Paneer Tikka Masala. It was so good I forgot to take photos. The Paneer Tikka Masala was more red than orange. That's when you know it's made pretty damn well. As always, there was plenty of food for leftovers to last a meal or so. Highly recommend. read more

Came here with friends about 2-3 months ago. Ive said this before and Ill say it again i dont have much experience with indian food, but holy crap. This was so good! We ate outside on a bench that was nicely decorated with cushions. The staff was notably nice and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable. If nothing else, come for the food! read more

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Pros- The food was good. Chicken 65 and paneer tikka is great. There were live karaoke singers on Thursday night which was fun. Outdoor seating is nice but could be warmer. Cons- Prices seems very high for the place and food. If reasonably priced, it could be a good restaurant. read more

Punjabi Rasoi - Saag Paneer Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Somerset, New Jersey

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A foodie friend likes to share obscure restaurants with me. He knows Punjabi Rasoi well, but it was my first time. Delightful!! The atmosphere was pleasing and it was clean with a well laid table. The food was fabulous! We started with Veggie Samosas, which were on the heavy side. I had the Biharu Murg Kabab, which was served on a sizzling bed of yummy caramelized onion and green veg. The chicken was lightly crispy outside and the meat was succulent, after having been marinated in yogurt and spices. Surprisingly good! The rice was pillowy light. Chicken Saag was delicious. The Onion Kulcha was outstanding! The Raita lent a nice cooling touch with light spices and finely chopped veg. The service was attentive, kind, helpful and gracious. What an incredible surprise. I look forward to returning and spreading the word. read more

We have generally had a really good experience eating food there but like any restaurant, if the chef or cook changes consistency breaks and our most recent experience was not so great. Food was very salty including curries and daal. The typical curry we order was also made very differently and we did not like it. Owners and people working there are really nice and considerate. Hope they can bring the same taste back of our fav items as the food is very pricey due to rising costs I am sure. Ambiance there is nice if you want to sit and eat. read more

Amazing food and great service. Must try appetizers- Dahi ka kabab, lasuni gobi. Also mung dal halwa was too good.

Found this place last minute in search of Indian food in the area and cannot overstate what a great experience we had. The staff was extremely friendly and willing to explain everything on their menu for someone who did not know any better, frequently checking in on us. The food- incredible, and very well priced. Everything was extremely tasty and we even discovered a dish we loved completely by accident. Cannot wait to return here soon! read more

I celebrated my birthday here and it was my first time trying Indian food! The overall experience was great! the ambiance was nice, the food was tasty and the staff was AMAZING! Very patient and helpful with our food selections. Friendly and very accomodating! I would highly recommend this establishment and can't wait to return! Shout out to Kareem and Malcolm who made my birthday luncheon extra special! read more

I give 5 stars to food. Non veg kabob platter was amazing. Loved the minced kabobs. Paneer gravy was very good. Naan and rotis average. Food isn't very spicy but perfect flavors and kid friendly. Kids loved it. Waitress was nice to take a reservation and have table ready for us. What I didn't like is no one came to take order and after 20 mins wait I had to call someone to place the order. Prices are premium and I expect better service. Food comes fast once you order. Bottled water charged at $2 per bottle. They didn't provide glass to drink water. For the premium price and 18% gratuity's ,I do expect to drink in a glass. Overall the quality of food overcomes these minor service issues. Plates were empty and clean at the end. read more

Really excellent lunch spot - good portions of very well-spiced dishes. I had the Vindaloo chicken, which was delicious (and just hot enough to leave a tingle.) My friend had the Tadka daal, which was very tasty. Ambiance is OK; the decor is clean and modern, and relatively spare compared to the usual over-the-top Indian restaurant. Our waiter was friendly and interesting to talk to. Service was not the fastest, but the dishes were obviously made to order and not ladled out of a pot. They do a brisk dinner business late into the evening (by NJ standards), but are much less busy at lunchtime, when you'll never have to wait for a table. Highly recommended if you're looking for something different for lunch. I know we'll be back to sample more of their menu! read more

Excellent food, ambience and service! They serve NJ's best Makki roti and sarson ka saag for sure!

VERY BAD SERVICE, WOULD NEVER COME BACK. 07/03/04- we were two of us, we got there at 8:13pm, we placed order & waited till 9:03, finally asked the them and they said " its coming, For now if you need i can bring some stuff to get started" Seriously? There were 8-9 people came after us and they were in the middle of eating, then other 4 customer came and they started eating. WHAT KIND OF SERVICE IS THIS? left with without EATING,Still Paid them for two Bottles of water, I WOULF NEVER COME BACK TO THIS PLACE. read more

Great food typical delhi style chicken dishes. I m glad somebody recommended this place to me. If you are interested in north indian style food this is the best place in south jersey area read more

Punjabi Rasoi - Chicken bihari kabab - Indian Near Me - Somerset, New Jersey