Alachi Masala Indian Rstrnt

ambiance	90.0% positive	“It is rare that a small Indian place that is primerally for take out/deliver etc have sucha nice ambiance.” “This is not the best Indian food in NY, and the dining room is kind of small and non-descript, which is why I recommend it more for locals looking to have a comfortable meal, and do not necessarily suggest that people travel here.” “If you are on the UWS, it's a great place for a cozy, delicious dinner.” “was impressed by the nice ambiance, great hospitality, friendliness, and good service.” “In fact, althought the food is good, it was more the friendly atmosphere that brought me back the second time.”
dessert	100.0% positive	“Highly recommend the Daal Saag and the Kheer for dessert!”
drinks	100.0% positive	“Also it is a terrific BYOB: pick up a bottle of wine at Mitchell's on 86th or one of the other wine stores and have a relaxing evening.”
food quality	96.2600040435791% positive	“The Kadai Shrimp was delicious--the shrimp were not over cooked as is a problem in a lot of indian restuarants, the seasoning just right.” “The lamb chops were also very good.” “If your in the mood for some fantastic Indian food, Alachi Masala is the place to go.” “In fact, althought the food is good, it was more the friendly atmosphere that brought me back the second time.” “The service is great and the food amazing.” “If you love Indian food, this is the place to eat!” “The setting was quiet and lovely, the service was great and the food was the best!” “What keeps me there is a combination of prices, food and extremely pleasant service.” “It's very peaceful and cosy, with delicious, fragrant food.” “This is not the best Indian food in NY, and the dining room is kind of small and non-descript, which is why I recommend it more for locals looking to have a comfortable meal, and do not necessarily suggest that people travel here.” “well authentic flare.” “The food here is off the charts good, the service is beyond polite and the cost more than palatable.” “Food is delicious and BYOB is a plus!” “Was pleasantly greeted with a great meal: Fresh ingredients, tasty flavors, good quality meat.” “My only complaint would be that the semosas were a little cold when we got them, but other than that the food was very good.” “And when we had dinner there later, the food was terrific and the service friendly, attentive, but not fussy.” “AM is by far the best Indian food I have ever, but ever, had and a UWS treasure.” “Highly recommended to those who enjoy a great meal!” “Fried foods, such as samosas and poori bread were less impressive.” “The lamb vindaloo is terrific, as well as the dal saag, the chana saag, and the garlic nan.” “While everything I have eaten here was good, items such as chicken tikka makhni and shrimp vindaloo stand out.” “It's BYOB - so you can have a fabulous meal & keep the cost down.” “The food was tasteful, delicious, and prepared to perfection.” “The food is always wonderful -- spicy, hot, great ingredients.” “If you are on the UWS, it's a great place for a cozy, delicious dinner.” “was suprised one day when I ordered delivery from my former favorite Indian restaurant Poona when the food arrived and the Menu had a different name on it.” “The food was great - the Mulligatawny soup had a hint of lemon and it was soothing, not over seasoned.” “particularly enjoyed the fresh garlic naan and the lamb curry.” “If you're a coconut lover, the Alachi Masala Special Naan and the coconut soup are great.”
overall	100.0% positive	“If you are on the UWS, it's a great place for a cozy, delicious dinner.” “was suprised one day when I ordered delivery from my former favorite Indian restaurant Poona when the food arrived and the Menu had a different name on it.” “For years my favorite restaurant was Gate of India in my hometown, L.A. Having moved to NYC about 6 years ago, I hadn't found an Indian restaurant that had the same.”
service	95.0% positive	“In fact, althought the food is good, it was more the friendly atmosphere that brought me back the second time.” “have eaten here twice, and was impressed both times by the welcoming, courteous service and great value.” “Lopa, our server, is just wonderful and she's so friendly.” “The service is great and the food amazing.” “And when we had dinner there later, the food was terrific and the service friendly, attentive, but not fussy.” “The service was also excellent.” “Servers are friendly, Trust their recommendations if you want to try something less familiar that the standard Tikka Masala.” “This is not the best Indian food in NY, and the dining room is kind of small and non-descript, which is why I recommend it more for locals looking to have a comfortable meal, and do not necessarily suggest that people travel here.” “was impressed by the nice ambiance, great hospitality, friendliness, and good service.” “What keeps me there is a combination of prices, food and extremely pleasant service.” “The setting was quiet and lovely, the service was great and the food was the best!” “We used to go to another Indian restaurant on the UWS, but followed our favorite waiter here when he and a friend opened up Alachi Masala.” “Very attentive and friendly waiters.” “Beautiful service.” “The food here is off the charts good, the service is beyond polite and the cost more than palatable.”
value	100.0% positive	“Fresh ingredients, perfectly blended spices, generous portions, you cant ask for more.” “What keeps me there is a combination of prices, food and extremely pleasant service.” “have eaten here twice, and was impressed both times by the welcoming, courteous service and great value.”
wait time	100.0% positive	“My father was born in India and I have been eating the stuff for a long long time so I know good Indian when I taste it!”

12/05/10

Yummy!...and BYOB!

by Jackson 79

oh this is great...where in nyc can you go anymore and it be BYOB! and the food and service is great...the Tandori Chicken is wonderful!

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12/29/08

Believe what you read, its the best.

I had a hard time convincing my wife to try every Indian restaurant in the neighborhood before declaring one our favorite. We had dinner at AM once or twice before beginning the Indian dinner challenge and having come full circle, trying every other Indian joint within walking/delivery range, Alachi Masala wins.

There is a more than tangible difference in the flavor and overall quality. It is hands down the most delicious on UWS. Fresh ingredients, perfectly blended spices, generous portions, you cant ask for more. Moreover, the host could not be a nicer guy. Every time you go in, even if its just to pick up food, he smiles at you and tells you its nice to see you again. NYC has made me even more cynical, yet when he offers a handshake and a welcome I believe him.

I cannot recommend Alachi Masala more; it is now one of my favorite restaurants.

Pros: Delicious food, friendly service

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10/27/08

Outstanding Indian Food!

by mes0101

We love Alachi Masala! The food is always wonderful -- spicy, hot, great ingredients. When we first got delivery, we were shocked by the amount of food: it was really enough for two nights. And when we had dinner there later, the food was terrific and the service friendly, attentive, but not fussy. Also it is a terrific BYOB: pick up a bottle of wine at Mitchell's on 86th or one of the other wine stores and have a relaxing evening. The lamb vindaloo is terrific, as well as the dal saag, the chana saag, and the garlic nan. I really think you cannot go wrong. And one of the nice things is that it is still a kind of neighborhood place, where you can still get a table on a Friday evening without having to wait.

Pros: Food, Service, BYOB, Delivery
Cons: None!

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10/10/08

Best Indian on the UWS and maybe Manhattan!

by poisoniveeaac

I was suprised one day when I ordered delivery from my former favorite Indian restaurant Poona when the food arrived and the Menu had a different name on it. Everything I ordered was there and even better than Poona used to be! My father was born in India and I have been eating the stuff for a long long time so I know good Indian when I taste it! This blew my socks off! I knew I had to bring my friend there when she decided to give Indian a try for the first time. I went with her and another girlfriend- we brought our own wine (which is a great way to save money!) and were treated like Queens the whole time! It is rare that a small Indian place that is primerally for take out/deliver etc have sucha nice ambiance. The setting was quiet and lovely, the service was great and the food was the best! Now my friend craves Indian food on special occasions like her birthday! I have converted yet another to the love of Indian food thanx to Alachi Masala!

First timers try the Chicken Korma!

Pros: Price, Food, Service, Ambiance
Cons: small place, not good for large groups.

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09/18/08

Simply the best

by LeJoost

After a few unpleasant ?episodes? with Indian food, I placed a boycott on the category for over 5 years. Wading into the waters recently my wife and I came across Alachi Masala and our lives have never been the same. The food here is off the charts good, the service is beyond polite and the cost more than palatable. The owner is often present and goes out of his way to make sure that you have an enjoyable time in his restaurant. And did I mention that it?s a BYOB? AM is by far the best Indian food I have ever, but ever, had and a UWS treasure.

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12/05/10

Yummy!...and BYOB!

by Jackson 79

12/29/08

Believe what you read, its the best.

by ChorkiesUnited

10/27/08

Outstanding Indian Food!

by mes0101

10/10/08

Best Indian on the UWS and maybe Manhattan!

by poisoniveeaac

09/18/08

Simply the best

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