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Maharaja Indian

Maharaja Indian

10 Wolf Rd, Colonie, New York, USA, 12205, United States

Indian • Seafood • American • Vegetarian


"This culinary expedition at Maharaja Indian Restaurant was nothing short of extraordinary. Amidst my extensive dining experiences this year, including numerous visits to Indian eateries, this one stands tall as the zenith. It 's a rarity for me to grant a perfect five-star rating, but this establishment unequivocally earned it. Commencing with a libation, the Flying Horse Royal from Bangalore graced my palate with its remarkable flavors. The Vegetable Samosas, a gustatory marvel, boasted an impeccably crispy shell enveloping a treasure trove of explosive flavors. However, the apex of this gastronomic journey was undeniably the Paani Poori. These ethereal, hollow spheres, filled with chickpeas and potatoes, filled with dirty water, then embellished with an assortment of chutneys, were nothing short of revelatory. Speaking of chutneys, the trio of mint, tamarind, and pepper offerings were unparalleled, so delightful that I found myself savoring them independently after the meal 's conclusion. The Tandoori Murg, a house specialty, showcased a spring chicken marinated in Tandoori Masala and yogurt, then masterfully charred in a Tandoor oven over smoldering charcoal. The result? Pure culinary bliss. Accompanied by what I believe to be Dal Makhani, a lentil dish that tantalized the taste buds, it was an ensemble of perfection. The Garlic Naan, light, crispy, and imbued with an aromatic garlic essence, proved to be the finest I 've encountered in quite some time. Even though I dined solo, every morsel of this exceptional meal vanished into my eager appetite, leaving me delightfully stuffed. To top it off, a complimentary dessert, Ras Malai, graced my table—homemade farmer 's cheese adorned with pistachios, swimming in sweetened milk. My initial reluctance to indulge further was shattered by its irresistible allure. The service, delivered by a cadre of amiable individuals, was nothing short of excellent. Without reservation, I implore you not to overlook this gastronomic gem. A dining experience at Maharaja Indian Restaurant is an absolute must."

RAAS

RAAS

210 Savannah RoadDE 19958, Lewes, United States

Sushi • Cafés • Indian • Seafood


"Raas is a beautiful Indian restaurant in a restored Victorian house in downtown Lewes, Delaware. The ambience is excellent and there is a veranda that offers outside the restaurant. Each interior has a socket for charging phones, etc., which is convenient. Only my wife and I fed Raas tonight. We started with drinks - she had a spicy mango margarita that was definitely spicy and I had a 1947 beer (wish they had more Indian beers). For an appetizer we had the Cauliflower Manchurian, who were Spcy Fritte with a dipping sauce - delicious, but don't order this dish if you can't treat hot. For dinner I had the deconstructed Pork Vindaloo and my wife had the Lamb Shank roganjosh. Both dishes were well presented. The lambry is served in a small bucket of sauce, which makes it a little chaotic to get to your plate - you have to take it quite a lot with your hands. I was in Indian restaurants where you eat with your hands, but I don't think they thought this as a hand-on experience. The Roganjosh sauce itself was just OK. Light glands. The Vindaloo was also bland. The pig was perfectly cooked, but pork pliers are very bland on their own, and the deconstructed preparation means that the pig does not boil in the sauce and does not absorb any taste. The Vindaloo sauce simply did not serve the pork roast on the side. I applauded her genuity, but the taste simply lacked. Overall for the three dishes, two drinks and an order of butter naan was $120 in front of top. We will definitely go back to Raas, but would not get back from these ducks. We will definitely get the Cauliflower Manchurian back. There are many vegan options on the menu, so we will visit again in the summer when our vegan family and friends are in town will update my review after I tried other entrees."