One of the best Indian meals I've had in a long time.Paheli Indian Cuisine in Wayne, NJ is well…read moreworth the short drive out of the city. This chic, dimly lit, BYOB spot is perfect for a nice dinner with family or friends--or a date night. We even got to meet the owner, Rahul, who personally checked in on every table to make sure everyone was having a great experience. Such a welcoming touch. I dined here over the holidays and absolutely loved both the food and the overall experience. Some standout dishes for me were the goat dum biryani, chicken tikka masala, hakka noodles, and navratan korma. You honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but these were definite favorites. Anytime I'm passing through this area, I'll be stopping by again. Seriously delicious Indian food.

Recently, we visited their sister restaurant Paheli after trying Praana earlier, where Uma (our…read moreserver) had recommended this place--it had been on our wish list ever since. It was Bengali and Maithili new year and just like we follow the tradition back in India (means eating outside), we decided to come here with our little family. The restaurant is bigger than Praana and feels more like a fine dining place. The ambience looks nice with an Indian theme. Since it was a weekday, it was not very crowded, which was good. And surprisingly, Uma was our server again--she even recognized us What we ordered: *Lamb Pepper Fry (4.5/5): Usually this dish is served dry in most places, but here it came with a little gravy. immediately I ordered garlic naan with it, and it tasted really good together. Even though I prefer it dry, this was the best dish we had. *Tawa Fish Fry (3.5/5): It was basically fried tilapia. Tasted okay, nothing special. * Chef's Special Masala Roast (Lamb): Many people seem to like this dish, but for me it was just average. The presentation was nice. It comes with a small portion of masala rice, which was actually tasty--I just wish there was more of it. Overall, the lamb gravy felt quite normal and not something special. While eating, I told Uma that in Praana there was at least one dish that really stood out, but here I didn't feel that. I would probably go back to Praana again, especially for the Meen Pollichath (Pompano fish), which I really liked. Overall 3.5/5

An amazing dining experience at Benares in Wyckoff, NJ The…read moreambience was warm and inviting, and the specially curated Creator's Table menu had such a great variety of flavors from start to finish. . Benares 327 Franklin Ave Suite 4, Wyckoff, NJ 07481 . . Beverages: * Mango Lassi * Ambi Panna Appetizers: * Pani Puri Shots * Eggplant Chaat * Banarasi Kachori * Paneer Tikka * Reshmi Kebab (Chicken) Entrées: * Dal Makhani * Diwani Handi * Kadai Paneer * Malai Kofta * Chicken Tikka Masala * Vegetable Biryani * Rice & Raita * Garlic Naan * Lachha Paratha Dessert: * Orange Kulfi Every dish was packed with authentic flavors and beautifully presented. Definitely a spot to visit if you enjoy Indian cuisine and a cozy dining atmosphere #Benares #IndianFood #NJFoodie #FoodBlogger IndianCuisine Foodie RestaurantReview FoodPhotography FoodReels MangoLassi PaneerTikka ChickenTikkaMasala Biryani Kulfi WyckoffNJ InstaFood Foodstagram

The food here is authentic and flavorful!…read more I've been here multiple times and had the pleasure of trying out so many different dishes! There's a huge assortment of appetizers and they tend to make me full before I dive into the entrees! My favorite appetizers are the Pani Puri shots - crunchy and a pop of saucey flavor! I also loved the Fish Amritsari- it was fried with a nice crust but still so juicy and flakey inside! I love the various dishes, sauces and curries for entrees and it's hard for me to choose my favorite - if I had to, I would choose the Vegetable Biryani because of the nice bread crust on the top and the hot flavorful rice inside! I will definitely recommend that you try the Atom Bomb - chocolate cake with strong rose flavored ice cream - such a great combo! Shout out to the staff - they're all so attentive and the food comes out fast as well! And they just newly renovated with a huge bright room - perfect for hosting parties!

I went with my GF and we both loved this place. The server/hostess was very friendly, and…read moreprofessional. She helped us pick out our meals which turned out great. A nice little place which was cozy. Looking forward to eating there again

Food is excellent and the staff is great too and the ambiance is very nice thank you so muchread more

Been here several times during lunch recently. Excellent food and service. I would recommend.read more

A local favorite! Kebabs and Kurries does a lot of take out orders. so your food will be packed…read morefresh and ready to go if you're going in that direction. I had the pleasure of dining in and ordered butter chicken with a side of garlic naan. Food came out quickly and the butter chicken was spot on. There were a lot of people in the restaurant around 9-930 when I came in (which is always a good sign). I'll have to come back to try some other things on the menu!

Best Indian Food in New Jersey! Consistency counts and they…read morehave it! Try their Butter Chicken, chicken tikka or their entire menu. Delicious 101.

Elmwood Park, NJ - a warm establishment with a lovely proprietor and solid Indian food. Being a…read morefirst-timer here, I ordered my usual litmus test dishes of chicken tikka masala and saag paneer (the classics), along with goat kolhapuri, butter chicken, and accompaniments of garlic naan and mango lassi. The chicken lollipop appetizer arrived looking the part - hot, crispy, and slightly zesty - but unfortunately didn't deliver on its visual promise. The dough was too thick and the meat rather rubbery, so the execution wasn't up to par. The mains, however, were redeeming. The gravy in the chicken tikka masala was delectable, and we enjoyed this as well as the kholapuri (which we asked for "extra spicy" but was just medium spicy to me - I'm sure others would disagree lol). My child loved his butter chicken. Both dishes featured substantial chunks of chicken. The saag paneer deserves to be mentioned for having a rough-chopped texture that I prefer, looking like actual spinach and not the zealously over-puréed green smoothie so many Indian restaurants inexplicably trot out. A touch over-salted, but otherwise tasty, and with an abundance of paneer. The lassi and garlic naan were both great. Portions are generous, and it's BYOB. Should you forget to bring something inebriating, a liquor shop is conveniently located just a couple of doors down. Owner/manager Austin is so welcoming and personable, earning this place extra hospitality points. I appreciate a business operator who is attentive to customers and shows genuine interest and concern. It makes a difference.

I really enjoyed the crispy, buttery, hot (in temperature) chicken tikka burrito I had here for…read morelunch. Utterly mouthwatering. It practically looked like it was melting when it came out. The freshly made lemon ginger masala soda was also great. Fresh, citrusy finish, rife with spices suspended in the liquid. The attendant was very attentive and there was one other table of two filled at lunchtime on a Saturday. I did note that at least one of the menu prices needed updating (my soda rang up at $6 while the menu says $5). I can see why it's so popular for takeout.

Always a great experience with BG. Though we've only done takeout, the food still tastes great…read more Recently we ordered the Bollywood fries, supreme chicken burrito, and the chilli cheese sandwich. All dishes were flavorful and tasted fresh. The fries were addicting to eat! We also got the pizza, a classic, and that tasted great with some spice. Never any issue with service. The restaurants ambiance is nice and casual, reflecting the name "Bollywood". We love BG and will always be back!

Lots of menu options with BYOB calls for a great night out! They have many popular favs with both…read moreveg and non-veg options. The Saag Paneer was very fresh and not too heavy, and paired deliciously with the Garlic Naan. They have an AYCE brunch on the weekends, which I'd love to come back to!

I can't say enough good things about this place. The staff is incredibly kind and the food is…read morefresh. On weekends they have an all you can eat, which is absolutely awesome. What I like about it is that unlike other Indian and all you can eat this one is sort of like an à la carte where you order from the menu. I feel like that's a better set up because the food is fresher and a ton of food doesn't get wasted at the end of the day. You always get something fresh at the table. We absolutely loved every meal. Also, we brought our toddler and I was a bit nervous that the food might be too spicy for him. But I told the staff to keep the spices very low and they did. We all were able to eat very comfortably. Definitely coming back! In fact, it's not my first time there, but I'll be coming back for sure.

Checked out Mehfil Cafe with friends on a Wednesday night. Relatively new place and we were the…read morefirst customers to sit. A few more tables filled in as the night went on. Currently the decor isn't great but the friendly owner Raj said he would be updating the place over the next few months. Our waiter was new but he was very friendly and provided helpful recommendations. The menu is already large and Raj mentioned that they're looking to add southern Indian dishes to their current northern Indian focus. We had boneless wings, mutton, samosas, and another chicken appetizer. All of the starters were excellent, perfect mild to medium spice level. Our entrees included lamb, mutton biryani, and a chickpea dish. The biryani was a ton of food and the chickpea texture was awesome. We also had butter naan and I added a tasty mango lassi. Apparently they do a solid bar crowd on weekend nights. I would certainly return to try more dishes. Definitely a solid restaurant.

Hidden Treasure - Must Try! This place is absolutely delicious. You can taste the love and…read moreattention they put into each dish. Their Chef is extremely talented. Also you can immediately taste the quality of their ingredients. They spared no expense from the spices to the meats. The quality is superb. The desserts are also to die for! Wonderful place for a date night or to bring the family for dinner. I have to admit I feel spoiled since also finding them on UberEats. I now have their delicacies at my finger tips. You will not be disappointed. The owner was very nice and came over and welcomed us to the restaurant. They really paid attention to every detail. Blessed to have a local place that makes food everyone can enjoy.

Amazing food and easy to make reservations. So delicious. Service ok. Drink options not great.read more

Oh man, what has happened to this place!! I have been here roughly 7 times since my initial,…read moreenthusiastic review and it has gotten progressively worse with each visit. The Service here is not just poor, it is NON-EXISTENT! Expect to sit a good solid 25 minutes before anyone steps up and at that point they are in a big rush to take your full order. How about opening our wine bottles first? Or asking if we have any questions. This is a BYOB and when it is this painful to get a bottle opened, you resort to bringing your own corkscrew as I did last night - problem solved ( with the exception of not being able to get wine glasses for another 15 minutes or so.) It seems the only person who hustles here, is the guy that works the front end and appears to be the owner. He should not have to do double and triple duty because the wait staff is awful. The once great food has changed as well. This was hands down the best Vindaloo I ever had, but this time there was NO spice at all! And the portion was reduced as well, I counted 3 pieces of Lamb and one measley sliced in half potato. And, it was a Saturday night and 3/4 empty, which speaks volumes. And the crack wait staff couldn't even keep up with this low volume. I won't be back.