Hidden gem near Times Square. If you're going to a show, it's a great option. The pepper chicken is fantastic and comes with a secret dosa!

Admittedly I was skeptical given the proximity to Times Square, but we were looking for an Indian spot nearby. We walked in around 7 pm on a Sunday and was able to find a spot. It did get busier while we were there. We ordered saag and Paneer Lababdar. Both were delicious and my foodie critic companion agreed. The dishes had good flavor. I ordered medium and didn't quite feel the heat. The mango lassi is okay but can skip. It's a larger space but we were still able to hear on another without problem. read more

Came here for lunch as we were looking for a spot in theater district. It was pretty quiet coming in, and we were seated right away. We started with the lasooni kebab and prawn balchao for apps. The lasooni kebab was pretty good, but we did not enjoy the prawn at all. It had a very fishy taste and seemed slightly too undercooked for our liking. For mains we shared the black pepper chicken and lamb rogan Josh with garlic naan on the side. Both curries were good. The lamb pieces were very tender and the black pepper chicken had good flavor and was spicy. read more

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It's been awhile since I've had Indian food. So when I was walking in the theater district and spotted the pretty decor, I knew I had to check it out. We were greeted by a friendly staff and they were really patient and explained the dishes to us. The menu had a good variety of dishes. There were so many items that I wanted to get but decided on these: We ordered: FAR FAR (complimentary) LASOONI KEBAB - Chicken Thigh, Garlic, Cilantro, Green Chili | Pineapple Chutney SALMON TIKKA TANDOORI - Mustard Potatoes | Tomato Chutney ROTI RASMALAI - (popular Indian dessert) non-melting Indian cottage cheese. read more

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I'll be honest, I just didn't enjoy the food that much. The curries/sauces were universally lackluster across the butter chicken, chicken korma, lamb kofta etc. I'm usually the kind of person who ignores the meat and just goes straight to rice and curry, but they were all just kind of the same bland sweet flavor. The naan was good. The samosas and tandoori shrimp were bland. The achari mushroom was pretty good. Service was nice and we were able to walk in Sunday evening with plenty of space, so it was a nice spot to hang out with a big group (7 people) spontaneously. read more

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the IG paid adds strike again! Happy hour everyday until 630. we got drinks & food on there. this is only at the bar, theres about 12 seats. $5 margaritas-good, not too strong but they hit the spot $4 indian beers, nice to try. *other drink specials, check the menu. samosas are always a must get, they give you 4 or 5 to a happy hour order. the fried paneer is a must get, i loved these. its their indian take on a mozz stick (i prefer these) chicken 61 & and fried fish pakora are also a must get a please share. great staff & even better bar tender. i would come back in a heart beat! read more

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Very pretty interior and attentive service with personable servers. And the food. Delish. We had shrimp biryani. Spiiiiiicy and yummy. Also Lamb Korma, Palak Paneer and Naan. All really good. Lovely dinner all around. read more

Saar Indian Bistro - Shrimp biryani! - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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Tucked right in the heart of NYC's buzzing Theatre District, Saar NYC isn't just dinner -- it's a full-on flavor production. We kicked things off with a round of show-stopping appetizers -- beetroot cutlets, chaat, paneer chilli, prawn balchao, chicken tikka and kebabs so tender. Then came the main event: rich, soul-hugging pistachio chicken, fragrant Cochin black pepper chicken, and a smoky, unforgettable kofta curry that honestly deserves its own standing ovation. Of course, we had to pair it all with fluffy assortment of bread basket. Bonus points for the cocktails and mocktails and the service and fun atmosphere! Saar isn't just a place to eat -- it's where theatre lovers meet spice lovers and everyone leaves satisfied. read more

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We came here for dinner and it was amazing! Pros: + Great deal on PULSD - we got 2 drinks, an app, an entree, rice, naan, and dessert for $49 + Samosas were delicious - I loved that they allowed us to mix and match the flavors of the samosas - Paneer lababdar - incredibly delicious - my favorite dish so far + Generous portions - the amount seemed like it would not be enough for two people. However when we got our food, it was much more than we could eat. We even had left overs for another meal. + Friendly staff + Accommodating towards multiple dietary restrictions - drinks can be substituted for mocktails, entrees can be vegetarian/vegan/etc. IG: QueenOfAdventureNYC read more

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Been here before after work which is how I found this place and it is my new place for authentic Indian food in the city. We started with the Samosa tasting, saag aloo, garlic naan and the TANDOORI LAMB CHOPS, Served With Mustard Potatoes And Pineapple Chutney, so flavorful! Service is good and staff is very polite. The tamarind mojitos are good with a little spice to it, had that from the happy hour menu, which I think runs to 7pm. read more

Food was not great, and music was loud and made it difficult to talk or for our server to hear our orders. Service was okay. We ordered the okra and took a few bites as it was hard like cardboard and had little taste. Overall, disappointing. read more

The food was great and the service was fantastic. This is the perfect spot for dinner between shows but I would definitely make a reservation if you're able to. We were able to get a table as a walk in because they were booked out for dinner for an event but we got there early enough to be seated. Perfect flavors, great naan. I would for sure go back next time I'm in town for a show! read more

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I haven't had Indian food too many times in my life, so I never really know what's good--but some friends brought me to Saar, and I was obsessed. The food was incredible. I was so full they practically had to roll me out. You have to try the DELHI KA BUTTER CHICKEN with BIRYANI RICE and the LAMB KOFTA CURRY. I'm definitely coming back next time I'm in New York. ENJOY! PS: Service wasn't amazing, but honestly the food was too good not to give it that 5 stars. read more

Food is great ambiance is stellar. Restrooms are immaculate. Service is attentive but not rushing you. We shall be returning with photos this month. read more

For our first visit here, each choice was excellent. Better than many others we've tried worldwide. The restaurant has an elegant charm, lots of space, clean and inviting. Service was excellent but we were there at 5 pm, so only several patrons. We were starving after a full day of touring NYC, top to bottom. First time for hubby but I lived here decades ago, but still love visiting. We ordered our favorites, Delhi Ka Butter Chicken, Chicken Korma, Garlic Naan, Basmati rice, topped with Saar Mango Lassi. Every dish was perfect in flavor, texture, sauce consistency, etc. We devoured everything. We complimented how much we enjoyed our meal. They were so gracious and brought us several desert dishes as a perfect finish to our meal. Totally enjoyed our visit and wish we could visit more often. read more

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You absolutely have to check out Saar for gourmet Indian food in Manhattan!! Their Michelin awarded chef delivers spectacular dishes - with great options for all spice and dietary preferences, there's truly something for everyone. Each cocktail, appetizer, and entree blew me away, and I will absolutely be back for the black pepper chicken, Chilean sea bass, potato & onion kulcha, and butter chicken! Between the unmatched service and handcrafted cocktails, Saar has solidified itself on my list of "must visit" New York City restaurants!! read more

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A complete surprise such a filling meal was served on Christmas nonetheless! We enjoyed every morsel and the flavors are rich and never ending! read more

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Pretty good food. Had the Rogan Josh and naan. They have a couple of Indian beers too.

Take-away review The online ordering menu is a little confusing for the lunch option as you have a free form to order what dish you want in the options (Veg $14, non-veg/chicken $15, lamb $16 or seafood $16). The interior is beautifully decorated with open space and pops of color. The staff were very friendly when I came to pick up the order. The food was piping hot and well-packed. The lunch deal of $15 was such a steal!! It came with a good potion of meat, dal, veggie dish, rice, and a huge naan (pictured is only half of it). The naan was extremely fluffy and soft. The korma used chicken thigh pieces and cooked super tender and full of flavor. Definitely will be coming back to try their other dishes. read more

Saar Indian Bistro - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

Overall, I really enjoyed Saar! Service was very fast which was especially helpful because me and my friend had a Broadway show to catch right after! We let them know what time we had to leave by at the beginning of the meal and they were very speedy and accommodating! As for the meal itself, all of the food was super flavorful-- well spiced and delicious. I would highly recommend! read more

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Be careful when you are ordering spicy it is really spicy. Food it self was without any special flavor. 3/5 Complementary they gave some snack, snack was dried out. 4/5 Nan was without specific flavor 4/5 Rice is 5/5 Overall score for food 4/5 Can place 5 out of 5 for service Amenities all read more

Saar Indian Bistro - Rice Chicken Korma Methi Paratha - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

I went to Saar for a casual dinner and tried a mix of small bites -- Tried samosa tasting, lamb kebab, salmon/crab cake. Everything was flavorful and well-seasoned. We shared the pepper chicken as a main, which was great for sharing and had a nice kick. The overall vibe was relaxed; the place was busy but not too loud, and I love that they stay open late (until around 11:30 PM). Service was generally friendly, though there's definitely room for improvement in attentiveness. Still, this spot has become one of my go-to Indian restaurants in the neighborhood--great for a cozy, casual night out. read more

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This popped up in my FB memories from 2020 (right before the pandemic started!) and I figured I would finally write a review. Apparently the place was cute/cozy and the food was quite good. We had the "chingri cutlet" (prawns stuffed with minced chicken & lentils) & the stuffed paneer fingers as apps, "salli botti" (a tender lamb stew) with fluffy garlic naan as the entree, and a kulfi with cookie for dessert. Might be worth re-visiting again soon to see how the place stacks up! these days! read more

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They have a pre-theater menu for $45 that is three courses but there is an extra charge of $7.00 if you get the lamb chops which we both did and were happy with our meal. We both had the shrimp entree which was delicious. The lamb chops were cooked nice and were flavorful. The dessert choices were unfamiliar to us but I had the chickpea pudding which I liked a lot. Service was a bit slow at times but the waiter was very helpful and attentive. The price was reasonable and it worked out well for us before going to the theater nearby. read more

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Got delivery from Saar Indian Bistro for work and this satisfied my Indian food cravings. I ordered the Chicken Vindaloo and the Green Chili Paratha - there were fair amounts of chicken in the spicy vindaloo sauce, just how I like it! It could have been a bit less oily, but nonetheless it was good. The green chili paratha also had a good amount of chili in it and you could actually taste the flavor. Overall great Indian restaurant and delivery was on time! read more

Saar Indian Bistro - Chicken Vindaloo - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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This is only for happy hour. They have a great happy hour special $5 margaritas, $4 beers, $10 wines and bar bites. We tried a few things for food we tried the chicken 65, paneer fingers, and samosas -- overall bar food rating is 3/5 but the service, drinks, cost effectiveness bumped it up some. We were on our way to a show and stopped in. Definitely try it if you're in the area. I'd come back for the full menu. read more

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We tried this restaurant while on vacation. Food was delicious. The butter chicken was amazing and the naan was so good. Very nice and clean inside. The service was very good, waitress and pretty much everybody in restaurant always checking on you, amazing place will definitely be back next time I'm in New York. read more

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Came for lunch as a group of 3 and had the $25 lunch special (appetizer, entrees and rice) as well as some items off the menu. The restaurant itself is nicely decorated and spacious. The food is delicious, but pricey. We had the samosa sampler (two of each kind), lamb kebab (3 patties) and begun bharta as starters. All were tasty. Only minor complaint is that the roti chips did not really go with the bharta, I would have preferred naan, roti or another bread rather than the chip. For our entrees we ordered the lamb roganjosh, butter chicken and kosha mangsho (goat stew). All three were delicious, just a warning the goat was on the bone. We also got one order of plain naan and chili garlic naan which were perfect. We left feeling full and the food was definitely worth going back for. Again, just keep in mind it is a bit expensive, but that is normal for the area. read more

We were invited here for a birthday celebration dinner. Upon entry, the decor is Southern Indian modern. It is elegant and clean looking. Immediately we were seated at our table which we reserved. The waiter came immediately to see if we would like to order drinks. I've decided to wait for the birthday girl to arrive. As soon as everyone arrived, we ordered drinks. I decided to try Harmony which is a non-acholic drink of lychee, lavender and sweet sour. It was light, refreshing & totally the best dinner drink. The table decided to order a few appetizers and then entrees to share for the table. Here are my highlights. Samosa tasting, Lasooni Kebab, Naan, Palongshaager Chochor, & Cochin Black Pepper Chicken What's ok: Ragda Chaat, crispy okra salad Overall it was a yummy dinner with really good spices and according to my friend's family who is from South India, good was authentic and very well prepared. I would definitely say it's the higher end of Indian food and a great place for quality food & social events. But would be for me too much of a everyday meal. read more

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We came for a work lunch with a group of 12 and we had the two course lunch. Everyone (even my three Indian colleagues) was impressed with the delicious food and the generous portions. The restaurant was quiet, clean and very nicely decorated. It was perfect for all of us to get to talk and enjoy a meal! The service was polite and professional. Saar is a hidden gem! read more

Ambiance is simple and nice , the food was delicious, the lamb and biryani's rice were tasty , happy hours drink for $5 is ok , premium cocktails it a little too sweet . My guests and I had a wonderful time . Highly recommended Saar Restaurant. read more

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This has got to be the best Indian food in NYC. We got the tandoori lamb chops and the butter chicken and they were both delicious! The place was beautifully decorated in bright colored and felt so comfortable. The service was friendly. I will definitely come back next time I'm in NYC read more

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The vegetable biryani here was decent - a good variety of vegetables and subtle hint of saffron. Though to my taste, I probably would have preferred a bit heavier seasoning. The raita that came with it was surprisingly standout. My friend scored a buy-one-get-one deal for delivery, which made this a fantastic deal, but otherwise $17 is quite reasonable for the generous portion. read more

Came here for brunch on a Saturday with two others. The restaurant had just opened upon our arrival, so the crowded was very limited. Two of us decided to do the three course lunch special ($30) while another decided to order from the regular menu. However, we shared everything and had leftovers afterwards. For appetizers, we got the Samosa Tasting, which consisted 2 of each: jalapeno & cheese, potato & peas, and lamb & peas. The other appetizer we had was the Saar Lamb Kebab, which I would highly recommend between the two. For entrees, I ordered the popular Delhi Ka Butter Chicken, which I enjoyed a lot. We also ordered the Tandoori Lamb Chops, which costed an extra $7 with the two or three course lunch special. I did not think this was worth it as the chops were pretty small to be paying extra. The other entree we ordered off the lunch special was the Biryani Chicken ($20). The rice for sure filled us up very quick, where we ended up taking this back as leftovers. Loved the flavoring of the dish. For dessert, we got the Gulab Jamun, which is not too sweet as we expected it to be. It is served hot as a fair warning to not burn your tongue. The other dessert was the Ras Malai. No comments as I didn't get to try it. If you're looking for a drink, I recommend getting the Masala Chai ($5). I added a pack of sugar for the added sweetness along with the chai taste. read more

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The food was very good here. I got the appetizer and meal lunch special for $25. I had the samosa tasting which had three different samosas. I had the butter chicken which was great. The portions were a nice size. The ambience is nice. Great place to go if you are catching a play. read more

OMg!!!! the food was absolutely amazing. It was my first time there our waitress I believe her name was Alicia! The service was so great. We stay there for three hours relaxed atmosphere. I can't wait to go again! read more

I got the Kashmiri Gucchi Truffle Risotto and it was incredible! I came with my mom, sister and grandma and all of us were happy with our meals. We had a reservation and Saar was super busy and still able to get us in! Shoutout to the hostess working tonight, she was a shining star! Our server, Riya was amazing too! Thank you so much! 10/10 would recommend! read more

This restaurant masquerades as an upscale dining location with its prices and then you realize the toilet paper rolls are just sitting on top of the toilet. The food was fine, not amazing, not terrible. From our body language it was communicated that we were not here to eat a lot, and yet the server kept trying to upsell over and over, almost felt shamed for not ordering a lot of food. My friend is familiar with the cuisine and was not impressed, this is far from authentic Indian food. The restaurant was more than half empty and it still took around 20 minutes to get our food. Not once did a server ever come to refill our drinks. Not once did a server come over to ask us how we were enjoying our food. You're not even allowed to split their lunch special. With a policy like that, you should have more than one bathroom stall, and one that looks presentable at that. read more

Saar Indian Bistro - Bathroom - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

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Tried this during my visit to NYC - great food, service, and ambience! Ordered the paneer, roti, mango lassi, and Gulab jamun. Everything was great, especially the lassi with saffron!! read more

Saar Indian Bistro - Indian Near Me - New York, New York

DONT COME HERE FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY BEFORE THE SHOW. The food is great but some of the wait staff is not. Our waitress Tasnim tried to overcharge me for food. I went specifically for the pre broadway show as a 30th birthday celebration for myself before wicked. The food and drinks were delicious but when it came time for the check Tasnim charged me full price for everything. I thought it was interesting since I heard her give a discount to the South Indian couple sitting next to me and offer happy hour drinks to the table next to me, but refuse me when I asked right before. I've also never been to a restaurant on my birthday that didn't comp something or at least give me a candle to sing happy birthday. When I told her she was overcharging me in my birthday, after a little bit of arguing she finally charged me the appropriate price. Again, great food and the rest of the staff was amazing. Just this incidence left me unhappy and like my patronage didn't matter. read more