Food is average at best. But it’s good if you want a quick fix for Indian food. The owner/manager is rude and would benefit from customer service training.
Amy Beth Cohen B.
Classificação do local: 5 New York, NY
I just had terrific food from here. I picked a spinach and a fresh shrimp and rice for delivery and it was irresistible. I have enough for 3 or 4 People! Good value. Delicious.
Sherry S.
Classificação do local: 5 New York, NY
I took both lunch buffet and lunch box, I have to say everything is perfect, generous size and decent food and service. My husband is from the same place as owner, this is the only Indian restaurant in UES he likes.
Vignesh M.
Classificação do local: 2 Manhattan, NY
Ordered the chicken and vegetarian lunch specials. Both portion size of the protein and taste left a lot to be desired. Too sweet for my tase, won’t ordered again.
Yocheved B.
Classificação do local: 5 Manhattan, NY
I travel from Upper West-side to the East-side for GREAT food from Papadam. I am vegan and I find the food to be EXCELLENT! When it’s necessary and not impossible to be done, the chef adjusts his recipe to accommodate my dietary needs. Most times I take out but on occasion I stay and eat. I always enjoy the food whether I eat in or take out. I find the dishes are always equally authentic and carefully prepared. The staff is amiable and everyone seems to take pride in the service that is offered. I Would definitely recommend other people to dine and enjoy Papadam!
Jhem C.
Classificação do local: 5 Manhattan, NY
My husband organized a birthday party for me here, and it was great. We had a big, boisterous group, and it’s a pretty small space, but they were very accommodating and gracious. All the food was fantastic — at least, my food was fantastic, and I didn’t hear any complaints — and they brought out a chocolate cake for me after the meal, even though chocolate cake is not(I think) on their menu. Also, everyone in the restaurant sang happy birthday with my friends, so that was very cool, too. All-in-all, it was a great place to have a big group come and get a great meal, but it’s small and intimate enough that it would be a great place to have a 1-on-1 dinner. The staff is friendly, the food is good… I’ll be coming back!
Andrew C.
Classificação do local: 3 Melville, NY
This is a small restaurant with a narrow cozy dining room. We came early for dinner on a Saturday night recently and were seated immediately by the owner. We always order the Lassuni Gobi as an appetizer whenever we visit an Indian Restaurant that is new to us; which is crispy cauliflower florets tossed in a tomato garlic sauce. One of the reasons is that we love the appetizer, the other is to determine partially our rating of the restaurant. Our favorite menu selections in most Indian Restaurants include; daal tadka, puri chat, vegetable samosa and most of their chicken dishes. We like the cozy feel and location of this restaurant. I look forward to try it again in the near future to sample many other menu items.
Hallie C.
Classificação do local: 1 Hicksville, NY
This WAS one of my fave indian spots in UESBUT no more. I chewed a stone in the food but the owner wasnt even apologetic!!! I own a business and as an owner, u shouldnt give an attitude and roll ur eyes but see where he customer is coming from. All i wanted was a simple explanation but nothing just like the other review ive read!!! What a way to run a business… Smh. Will i ever go back? WHY? To get my teeth pulled out by chewing into a stone? NOTHANKS! Updated review: 4÷13÷2016. The owner of the restaurant commented that he is sorry and the restaurant was very busy to be attentive and that he will give us a free dinner w wine bottle? Really??? IMNOT blind, i was there w my husband and one other table was THE inly table besides ours and ur excuse is «BUSY»? C’mon now. At least if u r going to apologize, be honest and sincere. I KNOW u posted that to make urself look good! What a liar!!! Why would i go there? To get my tooth taken out again??? No thanks! U r one dishonest and disgusting owner!!! SMH
Liz K.
Classificação do local: 5 Ann Arbor, MI
The best Indian delivery on the UES! My favorite dishes are the tandoori paneer(served with an incredible mint sauce), Hyderabadi bhaigan bharta(eggplant), and palak paneer, but my family has never been disappointed by anything from Papadam. There are plenty of vegetarian options, like most Indian restaurants, but here they are so tasty that even meat-centric eaters are satisfied. We occasionally eat in the restaurant, which is perfectly nice, but having the same quality of food delivered to your door is such a treat. In addition to the amazing food, prices are very reasonable and service is quick. 10⁄10 would recommend.
Robert Z.
Classificação do local: 3 New York, NY
I’ve been here several times over the years but haven’t been for awhile so I decided to rush over to catch the lunch buffet which ends at 3. I arrived about 2:35. As I slid the metal covers up to view the offerings, I remembered why it’s been awhile… most were near empty! Chicken tikka masala with lots of sauce but you have to search for chicken. How about saag paneer without the paneer? After you alert them, it seems like they throw together a small portion, and deposit that in the serving dish. It’s very annoying and has happened every time I’ve eaten here. That’s not to say that the food is bad because it’s not. It’s average. They usually had a spicy cabbage dish which was delicious. The tandoori chicken was pretty good also. But if you go for the buffet, just know that it’s like pulling teeth if you want to sample all the dishes.
Michael G.
Classificação do local: 4 Pompano Beach, FL
I believe this place is a hidden gem. There are many underwhelming Indian buffets throughout NYC but Papadam is the best I’ve found. The staff are incredibly welcoming and the food is consistently very good. I’ve had better Indian food but not offered in a buffet and for just $ 12. They offer a large selection and include a generous serving of naan with each buffet.
Lisa F.
Classificação do local: 5 New York, NY
Fantastic food, and amazing delivery service. They keep orders in their system which is wonderful, so when I place a food order they have and quickly pull up my full address and can tell me exactly what I ordered the last time: perfect — same thing again. Easy . The person taking the order was friendly and helped confirm what dishes I wanted, and upon my request wrote the names of the appetizers I ordered on the lids so I would know which was which. Their food is wonderful: — puri chat is scrumptious! Bursting with color and flavors — veg samosa also very good — The daal tadaka is always fantastic. The small rice that comes with it — not enough so I always get an extra side of rice — rice is soooo good — garlic nan– great dipped in the daal tadaka Highly recommend for delivery
Sudhir N.
Classificação do local: 1 Buffalo, NY
I don’t normally wright reviews but this Indian food was no good me being Indian and spent plenty of time there I no good food even if it was ok I wood not do this but but it was flavorless and the rice was under cook I wood normally just fill up and go but I thought I should let you no. Look for a different Indian restaurant don’t wast your time.
Lindsey Y.
Classificação do local: 5 Stony Brook, NY
Greatest experience and nicest people that I ever experienced in a Indian restaurant. I had the lunch buffet and the chicken tikka masala was the best Definitely recommend to come visit! Don’t forget to try their freshly made Naan!
Pooja V.
Classificação do local: 2 Manhattan, NY
First of all the lady owner is so rude. She didn’t realize I know Hindi and she was constantly speaking down and yelling at her staff in front of the patrons. The servers are really nice people and work really hard, but she has no appreciation for them. Second, there was plastic — yes burnt plastic in our Roti and when we called her back to complain, she yelled at us for not bringing the Roti back at 1130pm at night when our kids are sleeping and I can’t just leave the house. She was furious and didn’t even apologize. No we didn’t eat the Roti and yes she should at least apologize. The staff is nice and food is good. Due to the owner’s behavior I will be dining other places.
Dakshesh S.
Classificação do local: 5 Syosset, NY
We were celebrating friends 25th wedding anniversary and we were a large group of 25. Right from the appetizers to the dessert this restaurant vowed us! Never having eaten here before we were somewhat skeptical but we were going for a show in the neighborhood so opted to dine here. Ajay and Kalpana, the owners were very accommodating and gracious. The presentation of the food, service, etc. could not be better. Our evening was memorable because of this!
Claire F.
Classificação do local: 5 Brooklyn, NY
I’m not always the most adventurous when it comes to cuisines synonymous with«spicy foods» but I’m trying to expand my UES delivery repertoire. There aren’t too many choices apart from diner or «fancy french place». But Papadam is really top notch Indian food. Maybe half a dozen times we have ordered different things here, but the quality, packaging up(nary a spill), and the delivery guy is like the happiest person who has just walked up five flights that I have ever seen. Always a smile. The naan is unbelievable, just chewy goodness. It is not cheap or else I would buy like 5 serving of it and make lunches from it… But it is so so good. I’ve loved the meat(tried lamb and chicken) from the clay oven. It is moist and seasoned completely. So delicious. But to get some sauciness to soak up with my beloved naan, I’ve been working my way through their other menu sections. For my fellow spice wusses, the Methi Murgh Malai is a delicious chicken in sauce made with fenugreek(new to me!) herbs. Hard to describe, but they are a touch sweet, aromatic and have an umami-type flavour. Has a slight kick, but you’re not going to find too much spice-free. ;) Same with the tikka masala, absolutely delicious, slight kick, but a spice weenie could handle it. And honestly, that’s why you also get a mango lassi, because A. it’s delicious and B. you need something to balance the spice.
Rosa C.
Classificação do local: 4 Manhattan, NY
We came to Papadam after reading all the stellar reviews on Unilocal,and they did not disappoint! The service here is AMAZING. The restaurant is run by a nice man and his wife. The food was delicious– definitely try the chicken marinated in coriander and mint(it comes as a fluorescent green bbq chicken). I regret not taking a picture. The mango lassi is also delicious. I will definitely be back to try the rest of their menu!
Diane Y.
Classificação do local: 5 Manhattan, NY
I just love this place. The service is always welcoming and warm, the food is always fresh and good. Lunch buffet is a great deal. The aloo gobi and chicken tikka masala are very good here. The naan bread also seems super fresh. Nice vibes, would come back here for dinner and drinks with friends based on the ambience. Clean and modern.
Raquel A.
Classificação do local: 4 Manhattan, NY
My favorite indian food in the area. I only order the vegetarian stuff here. Tastes like a grandma made in her own kitchen. Coconut curry eggplant is bomb! If you ask for any of the meat entrees they will make it for you with veggies instead. Like there tikka masala veg style. Naan bread with paneer is great with the mint sauce. Wish they gave larger containers of the sauces bc its never enough. Their potato samosas are so delish and not oily like others I have had. Its best for takeout because the restaurant is small. My go to for ordering in Indian food!