Dhaba

Indian restaurant · Midtown East

Dhaba

Indian restaurant · Midtown East

108 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10016

Highlights

Indian dining room serving fiery Punjabi specialties & a lunch buffet seven days a week.

108 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10016 Get directions

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@dhabanewyork

$$ · Menu

@infatuation

"Chaats, curries, daals, and tandoor items available for delivery and takeout - call or order online." - hannah albertine, nikko duren, bryan kim, arden shore, matt tervooren

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@infatuation

"This Punjabi spot in Murray Hill makes some of the best tandoor chicken in the city, and their entire menu is available for takeout and delivery through a few different online platforms, or by calling 212-679-1284. Focus on the tandoor section - all of the meat tastes like it’s been marinated for days before it reaches your mouth in all of its smoky, and spicy glory." - Hannah Albertine

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"This is one of the best Indian restaurants in NYC and the menu has sections devoted to both vegan and vegetarian dishes, respectively. Whether you’re in the mood for spicy potatoes cooked with cumin and green chilies or cheesy paneer in a creamy pepper sauce, you’ll find it here." - Nikko Duren

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"You’ll find some of the very best tandoori chicken in NYC at Dhaba, a Punjabi spot in Murray Hill. You wouldn’t be making a bad decision by eating tikka masala or biryani here during the $13 lunch buffet, but you should prioritize dinner and focus your attention on the tandoor section of the menu. All of the meat tastes like it’s been marinated for days before it reaches your mouth in all of its smoky, and spicy glory. Plus they’re open till 1am on Fridays and Saturdays so you can treat this spot as a pitstop on your way to bed." - Nikko Duren

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"With this opening, Mathur will leave his other restaurants — Dhaba, Chote Nawab, Chola, Sahib, and Malai Marke — to focus on Saar." - Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya

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Pranta Dutta

Google

I found the place to be very cozy, with dim lighting and Indian music creating a pleasant atmosphere. I went with my Korean colleagues eager to try Indian food, and we all enjoyed the meal. The food was great, though the dessert could have been a bit sweeter. They provide regular naan, but garlic naan is an extra dollar each. Overall, it’s a nice spot worth visiting!

Puneeth

Google

I had the best lamb biryani ever at Dhaba, and it was one of the best I've ever had! The flavors were just right, and the meat, so tender as it was cooked perfectly. The rice was soft and full of taste, and the portion was great. The staff was really friendly, and the place felt welcoming. If you love biryani or just want to try something Indian and delicious, you should definitely come here!✌🏻

Lou M

Google

Randomly found the restaurant with a few colleagues while looking for a place to have dinner together. The staff provided great service quickly accommodating our party of 10 people. We tried multiple different meals - vegetarian and meat and everything was delicious. The only meal that wasn’t as great as everything else was the chicken biryani.

Harpal Dhillon

Google

We are visiting from California and after reading such great views we had to come have dinner here, our last night in NY. Great customer service, delicious food, prompt service. If you are visiting or just never have been here, definitely try them put you will not be disappointed. I have attached pics of our yummy feast.

Giorgia Barreca

Google

I LOVED this place. I came for a lunch buffet and all the food was fresh and delicious. The chicken tikka masala was amazing.

Emily Boudreaux

Google

Doordash’ed our food. So cant comment on the service or atmosphere. Got our order right. With everything needed. More pakistani than Indian flavors. But very delicious would recommend it

Jeet Trivedi

Google

If you're in NYC and craving Indian cuisine, Dhaba is a fantastic choice. The prices are reasonable, and the food is delicious. I particularly enjoyed the paneer pakora—it was incredibly tasty. What stood out was their variety of options beyond the typical offerings at Indian restaurants. The only minor issue for me was the bright red color of the paneer sabzi and dal we ordered. I'm unsure if it was food coloring or something else, but it didn't affect the taste, so it's easy to overlook. Overall, I loved it and would definitely return if I find myself in the city craving Indian food again.

Kikki Bottums

Google

Went during lunch, so I got the buffet. For being the only one and there right after they opened , food could of been hotter. Food was good, but I’ve had better. Was a good price for all you can eat . Everything was medium spice, which I found not spicy at all. The pickled mango/lime chutney was very interesting.

amanda r.

Yelp

Posted on location from Dhaba where I'm recovering from my food coma. I haven't had Indian buffet in years. I'm seeing a new eye doctor and realize there was an Indian buffet relatively close by so I could hardly pay attention during my appointment just drooling about Indian food. I'm not gonna lie my expectations were really low. But omg. Omggggggg. Everything was incredible. Paneer makhani with chicken tikka masala is a combo I love and they had both! Plus kadhi pakora, which I've never had but is now my favorite thing. I meant to take a picture of my plate but instead completely cleared it both times oops

Rima F.

Yelp

What a truly lovely place for a delicious Indian buffet! And so reasonably priced! Also, the service was wonderful!! We wil definitely be returning when we can!!

Adam R.

Yelp

We needed to get our Indian fix while in NY, and have been recommended this place multiple times. When I was reading the reviews, off the bat my wife and I decided, let's stick to ordering items a la carte. We walk in, and I'm transported back to going to the old style desi restaurants, giving a few 1990's decor feel (the type of warmth you know attracts the locals). We sat down in a cozy booth that I knew, if I ate too much I would still be able to fit in (thank you guys). We were greeted by someone whose family definitely owned the place, and made sure we ordered enough to keep his smile. We went in with the Purani Delhi Ki Paper Chaat (old Delhi style) and my mouth said, welcome to Delhi! The dish was cool and crisp, and a welcome after our walk over. For our main courses we got the Paneer Bhurji, the butter chicken (of course), the tandoori chicken, the garlic naan, and for my first time in my life; onion kulcha! Every single thing we had was made with the love (and calories) that we can expect for a great desi meal, and was portioned perfectly so that we had enough to over eat, but, not enough to take home (only sad part). If I had one complaint, it was I wish I had more room in my stomach, to order some dessert! Definitely make this your stop, when you're in the area, compliments to the owner, and the chef!

Jenn C.

Yelp

Food: We tried their lunch buffet on a week day for $16.95. The food was delicious and the lunch special was a great deal! The lunch buffet includes all of the dishes shown in the pictures, rice, biryani, chutneys, dessert and naan. All of the dishes tasted great. I would give this place four stars vs. five because I've had Indian lunch buffets that had more variety. While the food was delicious, there is better tasting Indian food in other restaurants so I wouldn't recommend coming here unless it's for the good deal of their lunch buffet. Service: Service was exceptional. The staff were friendly, and the manager/owner was very welcoming. Ambiance: There are tables for large and small groups. Seating is comfortable. Overall, I would recommend this place for their lunch buffet because it's a great value! If you're having dinner and ordering a la carte, there are better Indian restaurants in NYC than this one.

Chithra V.

Yelp

I recently visited Dhaba Indian Cuisine in New York City for a late-night dinner, arriving around 11:30 p.m. Despite the late hour, the restaurant was open and welcoming, which was a pleasant surprise. We started with Pani Puri, which was decent but not extraordinary. However, the main courses more than made up for it. The Mutton Biryani was flavorful and well-prepared, and the Paneer dish was rich and satisfying. The waiters were attentive, helping us throughout and ensuring we had everything we needed. Overall, it was a great experience.

Shirin B.

Yelp

Came here for all you can eat during brunch time and the options were okay. You have your standard butter chicken, biryani, saag etc but all the food was just alright. Though if you're hungry the lunch is a great deal. We also ordered a couple of pani puris and it was alright. We desperately needed the sweet chutney to balance the spiciness of the water but overall pretty good. If you're hungry for brunch though come here on the weekend since they serve chaat then!

Sarbjit K.

Yelp

I didn't think it was possible for over 7,000 people to be wrong in the great city of New York, but here I am... The butter chicken? A disaster. Why would I want my butter chicken to taste like sweetened Campbell's tomato soup? So disappointed--this was my first Indian meal in New York, and I can't say it's making a good impression.

Hannah M.

Yelp

One of the few Indian buffets left in the city. As a solo diner I like a variety and obviously it's not practical to order 4 entrees so I like buffets for this reason. I was able to walk in at lunchtime with no problem. Buffet is $16.95 and there were a nice variety of curries and other dishes on offer. I thought the chicken biryani was pretty good. Chicken tikka masala curry had a good flavor but the chicken was a little dry. They had tandoori drumsticks that were nice but didn't have much meat on them. There was a veggie curry and a paneer curry that I didn't care much for. I didn't try the lamb curry and I can't remember what else they had. They also brought out a little pakora appetizer and a basket of naan. They had chutneys on the side. There was gulab jamun for dessert and it was really tasty. Some of the best I've had. Overall the food was just okay tbh, but it was a decent price and it checked the box for what I wanted. Maybe would go back at some point.

Joel S.

Yelp

I wanted to take a minute to update my old review of this very dependable Indian restaurant The staff are nice. The seating is OK. The food is very good. I miss the beer on tap that was offered pre pandemic. You get started off with papadum with a bunch of condiments. We shared an excellent order of samosas and tried fried slices of eggplant in a tamarind sauce. I don't usually like sweet foods, but this was awesome. We shared a very generous Tandoori mixed grill that hit all of the high notes and lamb bhuna, one of their best dishes. The sauce was moderately spicy and complex. The naan was very good. Don't sleep on their buffet lunch. It's around $20 and usually offers lamb curry, chicken tikka masala, 4 or so vegetarian dishes and one other interesting dish that changes on a rotating basis, along with tandoori drumsticks for the table. Very reliable place with very good food that's reasonably priced.

Sabina H.

Yelp

Amazing buffet of delicious North Indian food with just the right amount of spice. It's halal too! Lovely decor and a nice quiet atmosphere to dine alone or with a friend. Buffet was only $18!

Victoria L.

Yelp

Been on the hunt for ayce indian lunch buffet since they got rid of it during COVID. So glad they have returned! Even rarer that it is available on the weekend. Amazing selection for ayce lunch buffet. It was dark inside so it was hard to see what I was eating, but it was made up by tasting amazing. Seasoning was delicious, not to mention spicy. Some highlights: chicken tikka masala (my go-to), palag paneer, Rogan josh, samosa. Chaat was a little salty but good in moderation. They even gave us a basket of naan, then another one when it was running low, which was a pleasant surprise. Assuming it's unlimited. Highly recommend.

Michael B.

Yelp

Prob one of the best Indian restaurants in NYC. I had the goat biriyani and it was off the charts!!!

Sam K.

Yelp

This spot is usually a favorite of mine I used to come here twice a month but no more. I am leaving this review while getting horrible service I have been waiting on my tika masala and naan for over 30 min AFTER finishing my appetizer. This has been especially frustrating as I have seen bigger tables that arrived after us be served many plates. Sad I have to find a new go to Indian spot

Ingrid S.

Yelp

Not the smartest idea in the world to partake in all you can eat Indian buffet on one of the hottest days of the summer so far. Yeah. . . . BUT, in shock and much excitement that the Indian buffets in New York are back baby. (After being shutdown due to COVID for the past few years). I can honestly say, I haven't done an Indian buffet in years. But this one was solid. For only $20 on weekends and like $14-15 on weekday lunches you can get your gluttony on. Note, it ends at 3pm. They had a tray of various sauces, 2 types of rice (get the lamb biryani), and an array of different curry and entree dishes (probably about 6 or 7), as well as a few more dishes off to the side. Nice setup. My favorites were the traditional Chicken Tikka Masala, the Saag Paneer, and some kind of vegetable curry. The goat curry was real nice too and had a kick but tricky with pulling out the bones. Was surprised they also drop down a complimentary basket of steaming hot buttery naan bread. Hellll yeahs. Ended my meal with trying some Gulab Jamun (indian donut holes). Never tried them before and they were nice and warm and delicious. I was uncomfortably full and had slopped curry down my yellow dress. The only negative feedback I really have elsewise it would be five stars all around is that the service is rough. Getting your bill to pay and leave took like a half hour and it felt like they were helping everyone else but us and then got busy with chatting with customers. It was a nightmare trying to leave. But beforehand everything was delicious.

Flying D.

Yelp

I have lost count of how many meals of Indian food I have enjoyed; therefore, it is often difficult to impress me. Dhaba accomplished just that with delicious food, a large selection of tasteful dishes, excellent service, and a wonderful overall dining experience. A few pro tips: 1. All the Tandoor dishes we ordered were delicious. 2. Try the lamb! It was simply amazing. 3. Lots of take-out orders were picked up while we were dining and these are processed at the front door. Sitting in the back really added to the ambience of our dining experience.

Tabatha K.

Yelp

We had our first "post covid" Indian lunch buffet yesterday. The price included nan, and they offered us some extra pieces. The staff was very attentive. The offerings were adequate. The food was excellent. I'm not an Indian food connoisseur, but everything I tried was tasty with the good spices. Although being full, the dessert was so good that I had a few extra pieces..... Definitely going back!

Moaz A.

Yelp

One of the best in town. Its varieties are not just offering convenience but also delicious. Service is super, all waiters are polite and friendly. Food comes fast and waiters are around for help. Ambience is very warm, cozy place that makes you feel in India.

Sean L.

Yelp

I went got weekend lunch buffet which runs from 11-3pm for 19.99. It runs on the weekdays for cheaper. I got there at aproximately 1pm at the place was basically packed. Im so happy the ayce indian buffet has returned since disappearing since Covid. The ambiance of the place is very cozy and intimate with the low ambient light even in daytime which i thought was weird. The food was very fresh because of the high turnover of customers. The nann was also very rich with butter and served pipping hot to order. The tandoori chicken was a highlight even tho it was limited to one serving wish it was more. The butter chicken was smooth tender and flavorful. Loved the saang paneer it was buttery and creamy The chicken briyani was well seasoned Another poppular highlight was samosa chaat which was refilled constantly since it was so popular. Dessert the rice pudding was perfect not overly sweet and was perfect texture. Because its cramped it could be challenging to get food in limited space. The service was a litttle slow because it was crowded and it took a good amount of time to get our check.

Gurinderjeet S.

Yelp

Thank you so much kaur samreet for a great service. I had amazing esperience with chahal dhaba, food was really delicious. I appreciate new customers to visit new location (chahal dhab) and must try kadahi panner and mix veg. @kaur Samreet

A G.

Yelp

I went to Dhaba Indian Cuisine after a late Broadway show on Sep 1, 2023. It was open till 1 AM, which was perfect for a late-night meal. I tried some yummy dishes there. The Dal Makhani was super tasty and full of flavor. The Methi Matar Paneer was amazing too. The paneer was soft and seemed homemade. The Tandoori Roti was excellent - soft and just right. But the real winner was the Lachha Paratha. It was perfect with its fresh and layered texture. On my second visit on Sep 4, 2023, I had the Papdi Chat, which was refreshing on a hot day. For my main course, I ordered the Malai Marke Paneer along with Dal Makhani. The paneer dish was good but a bit sweeter than I like. The service was good, and it was nice that the staff remembered us on our second visit. The only minor downside was that the restroom could be better, but that's not a deal breaker considering the delicious food and friendly service. I'm really happy I found this place. Plus, there are many other options within walking distance.

Alice Z.

Yelp

A lot of tables in an open space, which is good for large groups. However, I was in a party of 2. Service was a slower than expected. There was an appetizer that was really tasty - some really thin chips and three sauces to dip it in. I ordered the chicken tikka masala, paneer cheese naan, and the peas rice (I was surprised that we had to pay extra for the rice). The flavor of the tikka masala was lacking in depth and spice. The naan was really soft and had a lot of bits of paneer in it and had a really great flavor overall. Prices were as expected for Indian food and portions were perfect.

Kellie D.

Yelp

Tried this place yesterday with my friend. Its my first time to have an Indian food The place has great setting, nice decor that feels like dining in India. Dim lights were great. We ordered some food to try, we had the Samosa, Saag Paneer and Basmati Rice were good. It has a different yet unique flavor. It was not on my like but so far so good. Prices were ok.

Vignesh T.

Yelp

After having tried a myriad of Indian restaurants around the city, I have to say Dhaba is my favorite. I love the ambience here and the fact that it's open until 12. They play great Bollywood music which adds to the experience. They have probably the best pakora I've ever had and I was a huge fan of the biryani and Gobi as well.

Sukhmani K.

Yelp

Horrible food... went for the lunch buffet... Chicken tikka masala waaay to sweet and full of color. Naan was cold. Pakoras were brought out after I started my meal and it was lousy. Saag was missing salt. Dan diwali chicken wings were good though. Restaurant felt not clean as it was a dark atmosphere. This was a lousy buffet... will not be back. I love their other location in New Jersey: Jashan Dhaba. I don't know how the two could be related.

Emily W.

Yelp

Went to Dhaba with a sibling and my father. Sibling and I had buffet. Solid selection of food with decent variety; everything was hot and we saw several dishes get refreshed while we were there. I loved the variety of vegetarian dishes, while my brother mostly stuck with a couple of his favorites. My father ordered Murg Tandoor from the menu and loved it. The dish was sizzling when it came to us. Overall: great Indian food!

Amy W.

Yelp

their butter chicken was a bit too sweet but great service and affordable. lamb kebab was good

Polly H.

Yelp

I arrived here pretty late. Maybe midnight? I was out with some friends who all taught with me, and the agenda was some good Indian food. Apparently, this place was hopping at 11:30 PM. It was completely packed. The vibe was a lot of young professionals and college students. My friend ordered the chicken tikka masala and it was disappointing for him. Not super spicy or flavorful. It was edible, but it tasted different. The service is good. We didn't have a lot of time to eat our food, since we came so late. I feel sad, because online it says it opens real late, but in reality, it closes like 12:45 am. It is a lesson to come way earlier. I would try again, but definitely in the day time. Not night time. FYI: The kitchen closes early like midnight.

Sowmiya P.

Yelp

My visit to this restaurant was after a miss by few minutes to the adjacent good food joints. First of all, the staff walked around for no reason. They took the order quickly. We waited for good 40 minutes and when checked, the staff realized it was not ringed in to the kitchen. They made it quick and served in the next 15 mins. I will leave at it (considering the items we ordered). The con: staff were not apologetic about their mistake but affirmed that it is their busy hour and things happen! REALLY!? Even after insisting that younger ones had to wait, Zero Customer Empathy!

Esther G.

Yelp

The buffet is back and it's just as high quality as it's always been. Definitely a favorite in the city.

Cole D.

Yelp

Such a great meal for 2 for $61.98. We started off with a delectable samosa. Super hot and ready to go. Sauces, like the green, were so good to dip in. Chicken tikka was great as expected. Got bread. We also got some rice dish that I regretfully forgot what it's called. But it's tons of rice, with cheese squares, and naan bread cooked over it that you need to break into. It was so fun to eat and so delicious. A huge portion of food as well. Plenty of food for two people. Servers were incredibly kind and always refilled our waters. We were stuffed afterwards. Yum!!

Susan W.

Yelp

Delicious lunch buffet, lots of choices, attentive staff, reasonable prices. My favorite was the chicken tikka masala.

Imran S.

Yelp

We are planning to go to another restaurant on Lexington but it didn't look good and saw Dhaba so decided to check it out. We had no expectations but were pleasantly surprised at the great food chapati and chutney were served immediately and we ordered choole bhature, vegetable biryani and murgh tandoor the chole bhature were very good - we've had them at many places and one or the other is good but not both and here both were good the vegetable biryani was excellent and had great flavor the murgh tandoori was also good - we ordered regular naan and peshawari naan - the regular tandoori naan was good; the peshwari had raisins and nuts which were odd overall -- good food in a nice ambiance

Joseph C.

Yelp

Delicious Indian food, exceptional and polite service, cozy atmosphere. Strongly recommend. Enjoyed the aloo Tikka chahal, lamb biriyani, and balta white chicken.

Ellen L.

Yelp

I got the chicken tikka masala delivered, and it was so quick! It took only about 10-15 minutes to arrive. The food itself was a generous portion and really yummy. The sauce was super flavorful, and the chicken was cooked well so it wasn't tough or chewy. The picture was about half the portion of what I actually got and I went back for seconds to finish it. The whole meal was really filling, and could definitely be split into two portions.

Claire J.

Yelp

Simple, easy restaurant and pretty casual . The staff is nice, the Dahl was yummy but a bit too spicy for me - well we all have a different stomach and tolerance.....

Sai B.

Yelp

TLDR: Do not order the Biryani. The Bhel Puri and Chole Bhatura were spiced well and flavorful. They were reasonably priced and overall the restaurant has a good vibe. However, I was very disappointed with the main Biryani dish. First my order came out with the incorrect meat and was thus remade and I think pushed out in a hurry. There were large chunks of white rice that were not mixed properly and the chicken was undercooked and bland.

Vishnu G.

Yelp

This is a good option for Indian food, especially late at night. I had the paneer kali mirch, vegetable balti, and baingan chili pao. All the food was quite good.

Shirley H.

Yelp

A good Indian food spot near Madison Square Park. Food is tasty and very filling. We walked feeling so full. We ordered samosas, Chicken Tikka Masala, Rogan Josh, Mango Lassi, Lychee Martini, and Paratha. The dishes are all pretty good. The sauce for both our main dishes are amazing, but the meat is a bit dry. The paratha here is good as well! The service is mediocre, the server spilled some of the lychee martini when placing down the cocktail. Although not a lot got on clothes, it still ruins a bit of the dining experience.

Vicki C.

Yelp

Went to @dhabanyc by recommendation and it indeed seemed to be popular judging from the nonstop uber eats orders and being almost fully seated! The appetizer chips were too salty for me, but my orders of curry and rice tasted very fresh and naturally flavored. Simple but delicious! People there were really kind to me as well. Good experience!

Tory C.

Yelp

Really enjoyed this restaurant - great authentic Indian food with a wide selection and kind of wait staff. They actually discouraged us from ordering too much food which I appreciated. Would highly recommend the buttered chicken dish. Ambiance was incredibly casual

Jennie A.

Yelp

Went here for dinner. For starters we ordered the samosas and murgh pao. The samosas (two per order) were fine texture wise but the filling lacked flavor. I could not identify any spices in it. The pao, two chicken sliders, were good but were ruined by how buttery the bread was (it literally glistened) and the chicken filling, while tasty, was a bit dry. For entrees we tried the lamb roganjosh and lamb dhansak with garlic naan. Note, they charge you for rice ($4) which I think is a bit ridiculous. The roganjosh was oily though nicely spiced. The dhansak was enjoyable as was the naan. The meal overall was a bit of a letdown and the prices are high for the food you get. There are cheaper, better Indian restaurants in the area. The restaurant itself is a decent size and the service was good.

Wendy W.

Yelp

We originally came here hoping for the AYCE lunch buffet, but it appears that most, if not all, of the Indian restaurants have stopped doing this since COVID. No matter, it smelled heavenly in here so we decided to stay. The aloo tikki chaat was only three patties, and while it could've used a bit more of the crispy topping and fewer chickpeas for a more balanced mix of textures, plus more tamarind, it was flavorful nevertheless. Their lunch special was $12 for an entree, rice, naan, and daal, which was such a great deal. I went overboard in ordering since I wanted to pack most of it to go. The chicken tikka masala is a popular classic for good reason, and Dhaba's version is so tomatoey and buttery and comforting. The dahi bhindi (spiced okra and yogurt gravy) was great, and the okra was perfectly cooked, no overwhelmingly slimy texture here. I also liked my friend's flavorful murgh barta (ground chicken and smoked eggplant). The Patiala fish curry was okay, but it tasted more sharply fishy than expected, so it was my least favorite of the bunch. We had such an abundance of naan, and we couldn't even finish the bowl of daal (which was more watery than expected but still tasty). I would 100% return for the lunch special, but I'm hoping beyond hope that one day they'll bring back their popular lunch buffet again.

Marijke K.

Yelp

Dhaba's lunch buffet is top notch - they always have a couple of vegetarian dishes, dessert, and you get a generous serving of fresh naan. It's surprisingly quiet (at least when I last went) so there's no issue with seating or it being loud. Worth the walk from midtown offices.

Rainey C.

Yelp

Sooo yummy! Came here with a party of 5 and ordered a bunch of different naans and main dishes for the table. Highly recommend the Malai Marke Paneer, Paneer Cheese Naan, and Vada Pao. The Vada Pao is a filling potato bun that's creamy and feel-good. We tried about 5 different naans and the Paneer Cheese Naan was by far my favorite. Bread and cheese - you can never go wrong with that!! And then the Malai Marke Paneer was a nice creamy, subtly sweet dish that paired well with the rice. Such a solid spot!!

Glenn C.

Yelp

Minor update. I have gotten some lamb and goat dishes for dinner here and they are tiny for the price. I understand that it's midtown east but if half of your dish is bone and the rest of it is not exactly a good version of said dishes, it's not recommended even if if it was half the price. I guess go with the chicken (which is not as tender as other spots but at least you get a good portion.) Go here for the lunch buffet and only for the lunch buffet. The nearby Chola is just leagues better for dinner. Service wasn't nice nice last time either. Also yes you pay for rice but this is to be expected in this neighborhood unfortunately. Copying the rest from my old lunch buffet review: Chicken biryani was OK, a bit less spiced than usual. Kadai Gohst was excellent. Mattar Paneer and Sag Paneer were both solid. Fried potatoes were good but it is a fried spiced potato so yeah. The chicken Tikka was adequate Very low 2

Meghana S.

Yelp

The food is pretty decent. We ordered a tangri kabab, bagri jhinga with luchi, garlic naan and pudinewali kheema. The tangri kabab was absolutely amazing, loved the taste and the chicken drumsticks were cooked just right. The bagri jhinga was good too but not great, the luchi although was a tad disappointing, the size were small and it wasn't the Maida based luchi that you'd get in any Bengali restaurant. The garlic naan was decent but was lacking butter, whereas the kheema wasn't great at all! Having had kheema back in India and having read the amazing reviews for Dhaba I think my expectations were high! I wouldn't say it was bad but I've just had better kheema.

Leemor Y.

Yelp

Came here with a couple friends for dinner. Wasn't expecting too much based off the reviews but honestly I thought the food was great. Food rundown: - saag paneer (5/5) - vegetable korma (5/5) - garlic naan (5/5) - roti (4/5) - pani puri (3/5) I really really enjoyed scooping the saag paneer and korma with that fresh delicious garlic naan. Would be happy to order again. The restaurant ambiance itself isn't amazing, but good enough for a night out to get solid food with friends.

Trusha P.

Yelp

Absolutely amazing food!!! The Sev Batata Puri was my favorite and it was soooooo good! The best Jeera Aloo I've ever had is at Dhaba!!! Chef Kuldip was kind enough to great us ladies! Must eat place while in NYC!!!!

Meenakshi R.

Yelp

This is the best chicken I tasted. I love it. The manager was so humble and able to accommodate even off hours. I was badly looking for food in any open restaurant. I highly recommend. I am tourist in NY and am glad discovered this place.

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"With this opening, Mathur will leave his other restaurants — Dhaba, Chote Nawab, Chola, Sahib, and Malai Marke — to focus on Saar." - Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya

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Pranta Dutta

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Giorgia Barreca

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I LOVED this place. I came for a lunch buffet and all the food was fresh and delicious. The chicken tikka masala was amazing.

Emily Boudreaux

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Doordash’ed our food. So cant comment on the service or atmosphere. Got our order right. With everything needed. More pakistani than Indian flavors. But very delicious would recommend it

Jeet Trivedi

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amanda r.

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Rima F.

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What a truly lovely place for a delicious Indian buffet! And so reasonably priced! Also, the service was wonderful!! We wil definitely be returning when we can!!

Adam R.

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Sarbjit K.

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Hannah M.

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Sabina H.

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Amazing buffet of delicious North Indian food with just the right amount of spice. It's halal too! Lovely decor and a nice quiet atmosphere to dine alone or with a friend. Buffet was only $18!

Victoria L.

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Michael B.

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Prob one of the best Indian restaurants in NYC. I had the goat biriyani and it was off the charts!!!

Sam K.

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Moaz A.

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Vignesh T.

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Sukhmani K.

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Emily W.

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Amy W.

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their butter chicken was a bit too sweet but great service and affordable. lamb kebab was good

Polly H.

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Sowmiya P.

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Esther G.

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The buffet is back and it's just as high quality as it's always been. Definitely a favorite in the city.

Cole D.

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Susan W.

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Delicious lunch buffet, lots of choices, attentive staff, reasonable prices. My favorite was the chicken tikka masala.

Imran S.

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Joseph C.

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Delicious Indian food, exceptional and polite service, cozy atmosphere. Strongly recommend. Enjoyed the aloo Tikka chahal, lamb biriyani, and balta white chicken.

Ellen L.

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Claire J.

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Simple, easy restaurant and pretty casual . The staff is nice, the Dahl was yummy but a bit too spicy for me - well we all have a different stomach and tolerance.....

Sai B.

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Vishnu G.

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This is a good option for Indian food, especially late at night. I had the paneer kali mirch, vegetable balti, and baingan chili pao. All the food was quite good.

Shirley H.

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