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Punjabi Dhaba
Indian Restaurant$$$$
Inman Square, Cambridge
"Lamb, tandoori chicken, masala chicken - all was good!"(9 Tips)
"Probably the best lassi in Boston."(6 Tips)
"Order multiple samosas for a cheap, filling dinner ($1.45ish each)"(6 Tips)
"Chicken tikka masala is delicious!"(4 Tips)
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Liam NeeDecember 30, 2016Best of Boston 2016: Indian Restaurant 🇮🇳 :: Meltingly tender, bone-in goat masala, accompanied by hubcap-size naan; sitar-heavy soundtrack; adrenaline-fueled open kitchen.Upvote4Downvote
Tim LuoJune 4, 2016(according to my Punjabi friends) as close to Punjabi good as it gets in the area. I won't comment on authenticity, as I'm not Indian, but the lamb tikka was absolutely delicious. Very cheap too!Upvote2Downvote
AngelaDecember 29, 2013The veggie platter is the bomb and comes with more food than the meat platters! Perfect amount of spice in the curry. The mango lassi is to die for!Upvote2Downvote
Delicious Indian food, and plenty of great vegetarian options! Veggie biryani, saag paneer and paneer tikka are outstanding; Mixed veggie curry, chicken tandoori and tikka are solid. Samosa > pakora.Upvote1Downvote
Francisco PatiñoFebruary 13, 2016I love Punjabi Dhaba!!! They cook authentic Indian food at an affordable price. The cooks will accommodate to some request such making my food extra spicy!!! Only thing it's cash only but worth it.UpvoteDownvote
Noelle O'BrienJuly 15, 2018The anda paneer is delicious, as is most other vegetarian options. The spicy omelet was amazing, but I’m not sure if it’s still on the menu. If so, it is a perfect Sunday brunch decision.UpvoteDownvote
Curry Special is a bargain. Samosa, curry chicken, naan, and side veggie for $8Upvote2Downvote
Serious EatsMarch 7, 2014The two-floor space is spare and your food comes on a metal tray -- that's part of the charm here, where traditional Indian classics come with naan, raita and more.UpvoteDownvote
Jake SmithDecember 19, 2011Everything they cook here is very good. I typically go with the Chicken Saag or Chicken Tikka Masala. Be sure to pick up some naan too!Upvote4Downvote- IrinaJanuary 16, 2017Seriously YUM! For 10$ you'll get a large portion enough to feed two ppl. Lamb, tandoori chicken, masala chicken - all was good!UpvoteDownvote
Miraj ShahFebruary 27, 2016The authentic dhaba food, steel plates, and bhangra music take you back to India. So many delicious curries that you can keep coming back!UpvoteDownvote
Rishi DesaiApril 23, 2013Cheap, authentic and tasty food served 'Dhaba' style! Highly recommend. Stay with chats and punjabi dishes though. Dosa/idli subpar!UpvoteDownvote
Margaret !May 2, 2020Everything’s good but I have to say their samosas are simple go to comfort.UpvoteDownvote
Everything is great here: Chicken Tika, Lamb Saagwala, Tandori Platter. You really can't go wrong.Upvote1Downvote
CassidySeptember 30, 2015Order multiple samosas for a cheap, filling dinner ($1.45ish each)Upvote1Downvote
Somehow manages to be the best Indian food at the best price and with hefty portions, too.UpvoteDownvote
Shahrzad ShamsOctober 6, 2018Authentic Indian place. Food is decent. Good Lamb Biriani. Lamb Karahi too.UpvoteDownvote
Chris ZilichJanuary 12, 2015Everything from daal, saag paneer, tikka masala and malai kofta is great!UpvoteDownvote
Jess HsiaoJune 4, 2013Goat vindaloo curry rocks and has just a bit of a kick. Samosas are great too!UpvoteDownvote
Sophia HDecember 26, 2018Great chicken tikka masala. Huge portions at very affordable pricesUpvoteDownvote
Bhavin GandhiAugust 28, 2016If the wait is over 15 minutes, not worth it. Trust me. However, get lassi (sweet or salty) on your way out. Probably the best lassi in Boston.UpvoteDownvote
Jonah JenkinsApril 11, 2015When ordering tge Chicken Curry special with veg, you can swap for Chicken Tikka Masala.UpvoteDownvote
Isha GujaratiOctober 19, 2014Great dhaba style Indian food! Awesome for late night eateryUpvoteDownvote
Riley JohnsonSeptember 16, 2014Chicken bhartha is a delicious veggie based marinade perfect for nan dippingUpvote1Downvote- Chicken tikka masala is delicious! Cute little place and good music while you wait/eatUpvoteDownvote
Apparently even though they're "open" until midnight on weekends, the kitchen closes at 11:30.UpvoteDownvote
Tainah M.June 7, 2015Cash only, but there's a BofA across the street. Lively but messy ambiance with Bollywood videos playing on a small TV. The food was just ok -- not much garlic in the garlic nan and my CTM was watery.UpvoteDownvote
I liked the Dhaba Jerk Chicken, strong flavors.UpvoteDownvote
Elizabeth HMarch 2, 2010I love this place! Choose anything. It'll be delicious. Last time I went, they were playing Indian hip hop. Not sure if they do that all the time or what.UpvoteDownvote
Karen YurekSeptember 21, 2012It doesn't look like much when you walk in, but it's seriously the best Indian food around.Upvote3Downvote
Your clothes will immediately soak up the smell of the food. It will be your new perfume. Dress appropriately and never go here as stop #1 before a big night out.Upvote2Downvote- William ButlerFebruary 3, 2013House is full at Punjabi Dhaba on Super Bowl Sunday. My kind of crowd.UpvoteDownvote
Joshua BerkAugust 24, 2011Interesting Bollywood videos while you wait (which is a while). Worth it!UpvoteDownvote
Get the Keema Matar or the Lamb Seekh Kababs.UpvoteDownvote
- kalpesh guptaDecember 27, 2011You will love the Chana bhatura... (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read moreUpvoteDownvote
Awesome Indian food; there is more seating upstairs.UpvoteDownvote
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