Passage to India

Excellent Indian restaurant- Let’s start with logistics- incredibly easy to get there. Just take Green line to Lechmere - get off at the OזBrian Hwy exit and it’s right there. The food was superb. We love Indian food and spicy food . service was quick and attentive. When I commented that it was a bit spicy for me- immediately got yogurt to lower the spiciest - though didn’t really need it. When looking for good food, I read a lot of reviews- always going to the lowest first- what I liked was that there was a response to every negative review- that showed me that the owner cares and I was right. Really a joy! If you love Indian food- go there.

Actually very impressive Indian food. I was surprised. It's not impressive from the outside, but the restaurant itself had good seating, a nice atmosphere with the bar and good furniture, and even the bathroom was clean. The service was also good, the guys attended to us quickly. As for the food itself, it was great. Spice level was on point as was the quantity of food you get (which is a big plus given that most Indian places like to give hella curry and few pieces of meat). A little on the pricier side sure but in this case I think the quality actually makes up for it. As someone who mostly makes Indian food rather than going to restaurants, this place definitely gets a stamp of approval. One criticism - the naans were a little thinner than you'd expect, not as fluffy as usual.

Stopped in on the way back to our hotel for takeout after a day visiting Boston. First thing I noticed was the great atmosphere and the cool art on the menu. I was relieved to see clearly marked vegan options. The service was super friendly and accommodating, despite the late hour - service that made this place really stand out. Oh, and the food was some of the best Indian I have had. 5 star all around!

We went in here at almost closing time so we are thankful that they still cooked for us. We drove for 10 hours straight and were staying in the city overnight. The reviews for this place were raving! Well the food tasted stale and who makes biryani with vegetables? Call it pulao it was pulao. The food wasn’t cheap we ended up not eating it all. Felt horrible throwing it out but we just couldn’t. It was the first stop on our road trip and we didn’t want to get sick.

Ordered from this restaurant for the first time. Got the chicken curry and the lamb korma curry. The curry was so tasty especially the lamb korma was amazing. It had a fresh taste and all the spices grinded very well with soft lamb meat. The taste was amazing and one of the best lamb korma I have ever had. However, the quantity was small and I didn't think the food was worth the price. 20 bucks for that lamb curry and also 16 bucks for chicken curry. Wish the quantity was little more for the price. The taste was really good for me. Worth a try 👍👍👍

Solid Indian restaurant in East Cambridge. Tucked away in a neighborhood lacking in good Indian food options, Passage to India has stood out as a curiosity for me. Having observed the restaurant's transformation under the same management twice in recent years, I first tried them via takeouts and was intrigued enough to go for a dine-in experience. On my most recent visit, I tried Passage Mixed Appetizers, Shrimp Biryani, Goa Shrimp Curry, and Chicken Tikka Masala. An assortment for samosa, pakoras, and aloo tikki, the Passage mixed appetizers was a satisfying start to the meal. Although a touch over-seasoned, the selection of dipping sauces provided balance. Transitioning to the main courses, I opted for regular spice levels, which turned out to be quite fiery. However, the creaminess of the Tikka Masala's tomato sauce and the toasted nuts in the Shrimp Biryani eased the heat, contributing to a layered flavor profile. Despite this, the spice level was still slightly challenging. In terms of authenticity, Passage to India leans towards a more Westernized interpretation of Indian cuisine, scaling back on traditional spices and opting for a creamier touch to their dishes. This might not appeal to those seeking a hardcore Indian culinary experience, but it gets the job done otherwise. Portion sizes were reasonably modest compared to some local competitors, yet they sufficed for a satisfying meal. So, while it may not be a quintessential Indian experience, it serves as a solid Indian food option in a neighborhood where such choices are limited. It's a place I would recommend to those who appreciate a spicy kick to their meals and a gentle introduction to Indian cuisine.

Worst food and Service with a high-cost Indian restaurant I have ever tasted. As an immigrant from the same subcontinent, I can promise you this is the worst Indian food you will ever taste. The amount of food was half with double price, extreme food red color added, soggy chicken fry, small plate to eat curry and rice, the food presentation was just worst. I highly recommend not to go there if You're visiting Cambridge. I Don't think any locals are going there anyway.

I have been a customer since this business opened and have always loved the food. However, this time, while I was eating, one of the waiters decided to speak negatively about me, assuming I didn't understand Hindi. It’s such a shame.