Delicious, fresh dishes. We had the Saag Paneer and Shrimp Kari's, both excellent. Clean,…read moreattractive decor. Service was very attentive. Highly recommend

Maya and her husband have truly reinvented this place. We first tried it three years ago under…read moredifferent ownership and the improvement under this new management is amazing. The food is phenomenal without being too spicy if you ask for a milder version. The menu has tons of vegetarian and vegan options but my personal favorites are the mango chicken, madras chicken and the biryani. The mango lassi and gulab jamun are classics but the menu is varied enough so that the adventurous foodie can explore many new items. I don't eat dairy and the chef was careful to make me things that had no cream or butter in them. The prices are very reasonable for the location and this is truly a family owned small business that does Indian food just right!

The service was amazing, they were attentive without being too in our face. The meals were so…read moreflavorful and the serving size was perfect for us. We went back on the weekend to try the buffet and that was so fun to really try all the different things they have to offer. The aloo gobi had a nice spicy heat to it and the chicken tikka masala was so just so tender it melted on our mouths.

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I'm back! The restaurant is located at 171B Spencer St. in Manchester. It right across the mall…read morefrom an Indian food market called Patel Foods so no excuse for not having ingredients in stock! There la only five tables here so space is limited. There not a lot if decor either. The music is authentic and they play Indian MTV. The immediately start you out either a beer pitcher of water. For my drink, I'm having a Limca (you just grab it out of the cooler). Limca is an Indian multinational brand of lemon- and lime-flavoured carbonated soft drink made primarily in India and certain parts of the U.S. It contains 60 calories per 150ml can. The formula does not include fruit, relying instead on artificial flavours. In an interview in 2008, Ramesh Chauhan of Parle Bisleri revealed that he had approached the owners of Duke's Lemonade, requesting them to share the formula for the drink with the promise not to make it in India, which was turned down. Chauhan decided to come up with his own formula, which he launched under the Limca brand in 1977. In 1992, when the Indian government allowed Coca-Cola to return for operations, at the same time as it admitted Pepsi for the first time, Coca-Cola bought local soft-drink (soda) brands, from Parle Bisleri owner Ramesh Chauhan including Limca, Thums Up (a cola-like drink), Maaza (a mango-juice based drink), Citra (a clear lemon-lime drink), and Gold Spot (orange flavour). Prior to 1988, the original formula of Limca contained brominated vegetable oil (BVO). After worldwide reports of ill effects of BVO, its use in soft drinks was banned in India. As a result of this ban, the formula for Limca was changed. This is good (artificially flavored or not). For my soup, I'm having the Chicken Hot and Sour (spicy). This is a popular Indo-Chinese soup made with mixed vegetables, mushrooms, soy sauce, herbs and spices. It has a balanced taste that is spicy, tangy and hot. The soup is usually thickened lightly and flavored with ingredients like ginger, garlic, vinegar and pepper. This is good! It's not too salty. It's hot and spicy. Lots of chicken too (it's small chunks and at the bottom). Ceramic plates and metal silverware. That's a good sign! For my appetizer, I'm having the Chicken Makai Kebabs. Otherwise known as Reshmi kebab, this is [technically] a Pakistani dish of boneless chicken marinated in spices, cream, and cashew paste, and then grilled in a tandoor. The name "reshmi" translates to "silk" and describes the kebab's tender, silky texture. Some recipes use ground chicken and cream cheese to achieve this silky texture, creating a "seekh" kebab instead of a "boti" kebab. Indians make it a lot too. This is a LOT to eat! It's steaming hot! It takes a while to cook so be patient. The spices are defining unusual. I like the Indian version of cole slaw too as a side dish except they use of onion. It's crunchy. Yummy! There is a new place opening up across the mall called Sakura Haven. The new venue plans to feature an anime theme with cosplay, a live DJ, karaoke, and other themed entertainment events. Signs were recently installed at their new space. Sakura Haven has been operating as a pop-up at various bar around Connecticut. The new venue is their first physical location. For my entree, I'm having the Chicken Madras. Chicken Madras is a flavorful, spicy, and tangy Indian curry originating from the southern region of India and the city of Chennai, formerly known as Madras. The dish features chicken in a rich tomato-based sauce made with a unique blend of Madras curry powder, which is a mixture of South Indian herbs and spices. The curry is known for its heat, which comes from chili peppers or paprika, and its tangy, citrusy notes. I'm told they use coconut here. You can add naan but I don't eat a lot of bread. This is steaming hot! I love this sauce! It's not very spicy but I like it! What a great meal here!

Food was very good Tasty and delicious…read moreThey asked your spice preference so for me that is always a plus It shows your food is made to order The mango lassie was thick and chilled and the service was polite and welcoming

EXCELLENT FOOD AND SERVICE!!! My wife and I had dinner at…read moreUtsav, Vernon, CT. a few nights ago. To start, we shared a bowl of the Mulligatawny soup. Nice and hot, and very flavorful, but nicely balanced. Get this. Outstanding. Then we had Chicken Chettinad (between medium and Hot), and Chicken Korma (also between medium and hot). Both incredible. So good, and each richly spiced, and both different, again nicely balanced, and very spicy, just the way we like it. Quite hot, but not too hot. Perfect! We also had the ground lamb and peas stuffed Naan. Delicious!! Joseph is a master chef, and also the owner. He came out and talked with us upon our request. I told him I couldn't believe the quality of his chicken chunks. Very big, tender, flaky, moist.. amazing. He told us he buys the premium chicken, which is more expensive, but the result is notable. Nice guy. Jino waited on us. He was respectful, friendly, knowledgable. Excellent service. Lastly, we shared a small Indian desert called Kulfi. Perfect way to end an excellent (every bite delicious) dinner. PS: One more thing. People seem to complain in previous reviews about the prices. I disagree. The entrees are larger than normal, the ingredients are best quality, the cooking is masterful. I think the food is a good deal, all things considered. Truly one of the best Indian restaurants we've eaten at.. ever, and we are Indian food fanatics.

We tried Utsav a few months ago for carry-out. Got to the restaurant at the appointed time, then…read morewaited an additional 25 minutes for my food. I wasn't thrilled but decided to give them another chance. This time dine-in. Service was good, food was decent, but I thought the prices on the menu were a bit high for a small place with minimum ambiance in a strip mall in Vernon. What really shocked me was that the prices on my bill were not the same as the prices on the menu. Entrees were $1.50 more and sides were $1.00 higher. No mention of it on the menu, by the server, or posted anywhere in the restaurant. Not huge differences - 6 to 15% increases, but I feel a bit ripped off to be shown one price and charged another. I know the restaurant reserves the right to change prices at any time without notice. I reserve the right to go somewhere else.

Just absolutely the worst food and it made me sick for hours. The lady taking my money was not…read morepleasant and I felt like she did not want me there.

Wonderful flavorful food, among the best Indian/Pakastani food I've ever tasted. Thanks for the…read morecomplementary dessert for our 8yo son. You're on the will return to list!

Amazing find!! Very tasty Indian food and the surprise was the flavor of the MoMo. My search for…read moreauthentic momo in the area is over. Service was great, restaurant was beautiful and clean. If you are in the area, or even if your not, and you want quality Indian that is off blue back square - this is your place. The only downside for us was the curry. We asked for it mild, and it lacked flavor. I assume too tame down the heat they extracted some spices. Which was disappointing. But the chicken and momo was delicious. So highly recommend order - as is.

Unexpectedly nice, mostly good bites…read more Came here because the missus was craving momo. This was off the beaten path of blue back square so it was easier to navigate. There was parking in front but that plaza was fairly busy so the doors were all taken. Inside is decorated well if not slightly dated. There was one server was preparing portions of papad. He gestured us to sit at any open table. He was very attentive after he finished his task, but the initial interaction was very casual. We opted for the momo, a chicken madras, some poori for dipping, pashwari naan for dessert, and a chicken kebab for extra protein. Food came out quick, sat down and dug in. The momo, chicken kebab, and poori were great. Fresh, prepped well and flavorful. The momo were a highlight, made in house and although loose in the filling were seasoned and tasty. The chicken kebabs had little crisp bits of char which worked with the perfectly cooked chicken. And the Marsala sauce on the side was punchy and creamy. Even the pashwari naan was filled with a wonderful fig and cardamom filling but also toasted in salted butter to give it that salty crisp bite. The only bad bite was the curry. Overcooked chicken, no spice and one note. It was a massive disappointment from the rest of the meal. Price was reasonable, cheaper than the high end Indian places but not a bargain. Meal came out to $65, and the only thing not worth the money was the curry. I feel that they purposefully held back on spices because of our appearance, but there wasn't even salt. Never the less, the food here is of a very high caliber. The service is great, and the interior is decorated well. It's worth a try, and maybe a trek if you want momo.

YUMMY! You all not be disappointed. Spices on point. If you say Makeit spicy, they will!…read moreFlavors on point every time. You won't be disappointed!!

My favorite Indian spot!! You really need to know where this place is to find it... but when you…read moredo!!! The restaurant itself is small, only about 6 tables - but that's because most of their business is to-go and delivery orders (non-stop). But we live close so don't mind eating in. Family operated so front-of-house is the wife, back of house the husband. So friendly and attentive will answer any questions you may have. Food is delicious!! And well-priced. You always feel like you got plenty of food for the cost. Curries are never to oily, chicken is always tender and so flavorful. Highly highly recommend!!!!

Been coming here for years. Staff is very friendly the…read morerestaurant is clean and comfortable. The food is always great. Keep in mind it is Pakistani food. Spicy and flavorful and authentic. Some o f our favorites are: Apps Get the chicken samosas ! Vegetable pakoras Nihari Chicken biryani or vegetable Haleem Palak paneer Rogan Josh Keema rice Okra Naan of course to eat it with Dessert Ras malai Gulab jamun

The service was horrendous the time I went and the food, we order lamb chops, they came out mostly…read moreburnt, carmalzied onions which are supposed to be caramelized were burnt to a crisp. They gave us 3 orders of kebab we never ordered, and had us wait 20 mins for naan, all the while our karahi was getting cold. We ordered one chai at the end, regretfully, because they told us "I'll take a while" for chai, and it took probably 15 mins for one cup of chai. There were several other guests who were also complaining

It's become our to go place when we feel like eating at home but too lazy to cook The sambar has…read moresuch a home made taste and everything feels very homey and fresh. Service is quick though it can become too crowded during weekends. The owner and their staff are friendly and welcoming. We ordered dosais, vadai, mango lassi ( which tasted yummy, though it looked too bright a yellow) filter coffee, chole bhature, samosa chaat and gobi manchurian (which was surprisingly the best cauliflower Manchurian I have ever had) Every dish was tasty and the quantity was more than enough for a couple to share. I highly recommend trying out this place if you haven't yet!

Good enough Indian cuisine, cheap but lacking spice…read more Wanted to try a dosa, so opted to try one that had it in the name. Came here when it wasn't so busy. Ordered both lunch specials and a pani puri to try their take. Food came out reasonably quick. Server was a little hovery so we couldn't talk about the dishes as we ate them. Lead to some awkward moments. The dosa lunch was good. Very much different types of bread and sauces to dip them.none of the sauces had a lot of spice or flavor, which was a letdown. The fried bread was very savory, and the steamed bread was like a masa bread which was a good sauce sponge. Just needed more flavor. The northern Indian lunch was more similar to other dishes we had. The carb being rice and the curries with a bit more body to them. Still lacking spice, but not bad. The carrot and cardamom sugar dessert was a tad too sweet. Needed to tamper the raw sugar flavor down a bit to let the carrot and cardamom flavors play off each other rather than both getting obliterated by sugar. The dosa was fun, the peas and mashed potato were bland, but the crispy dosa had a cheesy like crisp to it which was nice. Price was cheap, everything came out to around 25 bucks. I would hope for more flavor out of these style of dishes, but it was okay for the money.