I just tried House of Tandoor yesterday, and this is now one of my favorite restaurants in Newton!…read moreAbsolutely exceptional Indian food. The ambience in the restaurant is so nice, it is very quiet and relaxing inside. The staff is super friendly and patiently walked us through the menu and their recommendations because it was our first time. We ordered a variety of dishes to try: chicken tikka masala, meat samosas, fried chicken momos, aloo tiki, and garlic naan. Everything was absolutely delicious. This is some real deal Indian food. The garlic naan was out of this world, and was so good with the tikka sauce. We will be back soon!

Great for dining in or for takeout. Food is reasonably priced and flavorful. Spice level could…read morebe higher. Nice variety of dishes available. Atmosphere inside is quiet and subdued. Service is very friendly and attentive. Restaurant is below street level but Parking is by meter on street, or there's a large public parking area nearby with meters. Pickup for takeout is generally easy as the food is prepared quickly and one can park on the same street usually.

Had the chicken tikki masala and wowww was it DELICIOUS! Would recommend ordering the garlic naan…read moreto accompany it! Not sure if the gentleman who served me was the owner but he was very polite and friendly! I would recommend this spot to anyone who likes Indian cuisine

I used their takeout/delivery service. The food was great! I would order from them again.read more

Best Indian food around. Get the butter chicken, the coconut soup and the Naan. Staff is very…read morefriendly. Place is super nice.

I tried the new Needham restaurant Monsoon kitchen today, and it did not disappoint. It's in the…read morestrip mall next to sweet tomatoes pizza and dragon chef. They've been around since January and I talked to Harry, who was a friendly employee working the front of the store, who helped me pick my lunch, as I'm pretty new to Indian cuisine. I got the lamb masala lunch special and it was tasty and flavorful. They came with 3 complimentary sauces, tamarind and a chutney and 1 more I'm not sure of. The portion of meat was on the small side but very tasty. My one issue was I asked for medium spice; it was extremely fire hot spicy and I'm a pro. I can't imagine what that next level up tastes like but I'm scared. Be wary that most people should start on the lowest spice level. I also got the Paneer Naan and veggie Korma. The store was small and had a waiting area with a few chairs, a kiosk to order and a bar style table to eat in if you're solo or a party of 2, but it's clearly intended as a takeout restaurant. Prices were moderate and on par for Needham. I will definitely be back and I'm looking forward to trying more menu items, especially the Biryani.

My family and I was craving Indian food today and one of our Indian friends recommended this (new…read moreto us) place in Watertown (near/behind the Lexus dealership). It was convenient to get to with plenty of parking up front. Its about 5 minutes from Arsenal Yards. The restaurant looks pretty modern and trendy, with several tables on the side for dining in. I was promptly greeted upon entry with a smile. Picking up my takeout order was easy and quick. Food was packaged well and secure - important for this cuisine as you don't want to lose any of the sauces! The food portions are really good and pricing is pretty reasonable given the times, and pricing of similar restaurants in the area. More importantly, the quality and tastes of the food was exquisite! Good Indian food takes time and care in preparation to ensure the flavors are balanced with properly prepared ingredients. The texture of the meats and veggies were spot-on, with great balance in flavor. It wasn't overbearing and I think their flavors are flexible enough to cater to most palates. The chicken 65 was surprisingly not soggy, given this was take out. The butter chicken was so creamy with generous chicken pieces that were tender but not falling apart. The chicken tikka had great flavors and similarly well prepared chicken pieces. The garlic naan was actually flavorful, and is very evidently crafted onsite vs mass produced. The chicken biriyani was probably the standout dish. It was prepared with fluffy basmati rice with a great blend of spices (and color) and tender chicken pieces. I liked that the onions for some of the dishes were large cut and easily removed, as not everyone in the family likes onions. The only critique for the place is that there were no paper menus for old heads like myself that still prefers to look over it prior to ordering. Luckily, the online ordering experience was simple and straight forward. I created a Toast account in the process and hope it will be even easier going forward. You can even specify the spice level for most dishes. Overall, Chennai Eats is a wonderful addition to the local community. The place is clean, the food is tasty and a family could get full and happy without breaking the bank. I look forward to trying this place again, and exploring some of their other offerings. I'm also glad to have found a closer alternative to quality Indian food, vs going all the way out to Godavari.

Idli Sambar (7.5/10): First time having this and it was very good. Texture was great and the three…read moresauces went well with it. Ghee Masala Dosa (7.5/10): Also my first time having dosas, so it's hard for me to judge how good they are relatively. Nonetheless, they were super tasty! I loved the ghee flavor. Texture was great. Masala filling was pretty good, but I think any other filling would have been fine as well. Chicken 65 (9.5/10): FANTASTIC. The chicken was oh so tender while also being fried to perfection. I have not had this kind of fried chicken from an Indian restaurant before. Flavors were also on point with just a hint of spicy. Butter Chicken (9/10): Delicious!! Great balance of flavors. Chicken was tender. Service was good. Prices are very fair, either average or below average. We'll definitely be back!!!

I heard there is going to be a tiki bar with live music every weekend Thursday-Saturday and brunch…read moreparty in Sunday. March 1st Sunday Holi festival 12:00 noon till close awesome I am making a reservation for my family of 10 no tickets just color fun and food and drinks with unique entertainment must see will be there.

Another strong showing from Chulo. The daal tadka was a nice contrast with the richness of some of…read morethe other dishes, with lentils and curry leaf adding a nice clearer flavor to the dish. The Goat Kadai was tasty, mixing a bit of tanginess with the tenderness of the meat. There were a few fattier bits that would have been better not being there, but otherwise quite delicious. The whole wheat paratha was a nice alternative to the naan, with its use of whole wheat and crispiness that arises from the texture. The spinach potato (aloo panak) was nice and smooth, with the spinach mixing into the texture of the soft potato very nicely. The mixed vegetable curry contained some cauliflower, peas, and broccoli, and each vegetable maintained crispy integrity. Excellent meal overall!!!

Ordered a vegan vegetable dish and when I opened it it was just chicken. Absolutely shocked that…read morethey would make this mistake when the dish stated it was just vegetable Curry

I love me a good Indian lunch buffet and Singh's really hit the spot. I liked the chicken dishes,…read moregarlic naan, and dessert. There were more options with whole vegetables than I was used to too. Good service and clean.

I am take out kida guy and after read Yelp reviews I had to try Grand India…read more I just ordered, Chettinad Goat Curry spice level Mild with tax paid for $20.33 comes with white rice. very authentic spice use, quite enjoyable Goat pieces with bone, dark rich flavor made me deciding to try more near the future. Nice and warm on stomach although I wish they could add pickle or something.

Food was decent, service was great, quiet little restaurant in Brookline. Wouldn't go back but okay…read morefor a dinner. Soup and gobi manchurian were spicy.

This place has been on the top of my list to try for a while and I was finally in the area, so I…read moredecided to make the 20 min walk to Ssaanjh. The restaurant offers a beautiful ambiance and you're warmly greeted by their wonderful team as you walk in. The menu boasts unique speciality dishes that you won't find in most places. The owner, Manju, curated a blend of flavors for me to try that paired perfectly together. This truly elevated my experience. I enjoyed every dish here. I had a difficult two days, but being here at Ssaanjh was healing. I embraced my time here and look forward to coming back with family, friends, or even myself. Thank you to the lovely team here, keep on rocking!

Saanjh presents itself as a fine dining Indian restaurant -- white tablecloths, elegant plating,…read moreand a chic, modern atmosphere -- and in that sense, they definitely deliver. The space is clean, stylish, and thoughtfully decorated, blending a chic Indian vibe with subtle Italian-inspired décor. It's a lovely setting, especially for date night or a more upscale dinner. That said, the food itself was... fine, but not standout. We spent about $60 on one appetizer, one shared entrée, and two pieces of naan, which feels a bit steep for what we got. I also left hungry. Highlights: The dahi puri was the star of the meal -- super refreshing, flavorful, and a perfect bite between richer dishes. The naan was well-seasoned, crisp on the outside, fluffy inside, and genuinely delicious. The butter chicken had a nice kick of spice but was otherwise surprisingly bland and lacked depth of flavor. If you've had a lot of Indian food (especially in the Cambridge area), this may fall a bit short. There are several nearby spots that offer more memorable flavors. If you're staying in or near Boston proper, Shanti in Dorchester and Sher-a-Punjab in Quincy are both stronger options. That said, Saanjh is very convenient for its location, which gives it an edge. Service: Service was quick, efficient, and genuinely warm. We had the pleasure of speaking with Saj (?) who was an absolute highlight of the experience. He was friendly, engaging, and went above and beyond -- even staying about 15 minutes past his break just to chat with us. He clearly cares about the guest experience and deserves serious recognition (and probably a raise!). Overall: Come here for the ambiance, service, and convenience. If exceptional Indian food is your top priority, there are better options nearby. Still, a pleasant experience overall, especially thanks to the great service.

Very fancy and upscale Indian restaurant! Great staff that is very attentive. Would be a nice spot…read morefor a date night, vibes are exactly that! The tandoori chicken was just TOOO good! Delicious masala and it was just cooked perfectly. The dosa was veryyyy crispy and fresh!

Very delicious food and great ambiance!…read more The restaurant was very clean and the decor and plate set ups were very thoughtful. We enjoyed our time here and the food was delicious! We got the paper dosa which was massive. I think almost 4 feet long but thin so don't be intimidated by it. Two people can tackle it for sure. We also got an apricot curry and a shrimp appetizer which were also delicious but I think the dosa might be my favorite. Parking in the area is pretty easy and I'd come back.