Punjab Indian Restaurant
Punjab Indian Restaurant
Chicken Tikka Masala
Coconut Tikka Masala (Dairy Free)
a pan of chicken curry
Lamb Samosas
Chicken makhani
Tandoori Chicken
Baingan Bhartha on left and chicken on the bone korma on right
Chicken marsala
Lamb Samosas Vegetable Samosas
Paneer Tikka Masala Vindaloo Garlic Naan
Chili Naan, Salmon Saag, and Shrimp Coconut Tikka Masala.
Tikka Masala
Naan
food, curry
appetizer plate with Samosa, pakoras and tikki
The open kitchen allows you to watch the tandoori chef in action
Chicken appetizer
Central dining area is tented and curtained for elegant and comfortable dining.
Indian Feast!
Malai kofta and others
interior
food, curry
interior
Dining room with view of large glass window looking into the kitchen
Tracy D.
Aug 28, 2024
Great food. Got tandoori chicken and chicken Marsala. Garlic and coconut naan bread. Quick, friendly service. Reasonably priced. Street parking free after 8pm. We will be returning.
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Meg C.
Nov 22, 2023
Tried the chicken tikka masala and bone in chicken vindaloo with garlic naan, potato naan, and the potato fritters. The flavor of the chicken tikka was pretty good with a slight smokiness that I liked, but the vindaloo just didn't hit at all, it was bland and not spicy, but the bone in chicken was tender. Fritters were tasty but naan left a bit to be desired, seemed very dried out.Ambiance was nice and service was good, the food was okay, and I might revisit when I get a chicken tikka craving because it's so close to my apt.
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Missy F.
Jul 24, 2024
Incredibly delicious food, beautiful restaurant, and the service is fantastic. The food takes me back to India. Love it!
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Eduardo N.
Jan 17, 2024
Beautiful ambience, nice presentation, decent service, prices not unreasonable considering it's in Arlington.Actual food quality? Not bad, but not great either. Food seemed overly adapted to non-Indian palates: curry spices lacked layering/complexity and zing, food seemed a bit under-salted, and rather light on the ghee. Maybe should have ordered vindaloo instead of curry? Chutneys were delicious, onion naan was strangely bland tasting despite its nice flaky texture. Meat was adequate in portion size, but a bit too lean and overcooked, wish it had some fat and gristle to give it more flavor. Local demographics and economic reality?Looked around the dining area and noticed that the diners were a mix of Caucasian, East Asian, and black...not a single South Asian (Indian) person in sight. Sigh...too late.
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Jennifer G.
May 28, 2023
SaagNaanRiceWe got takeout this time, but have eaten there in the past and it's lovely very elegant yet warm service. The decor is really outstanding and special.
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Richard E.
Feb 2, 2024
We are regulars because the spices are so fresh that flavors just pop in everything we have tried.
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Johnny B.
Oct 17, 2023
I've been a fan of Punjab Restaurant for many years, and my recent visit showed why it's my first choice for Indian cuisine in the area. The food is always tasty, and the portions are more than generous. We always leave happy and with a full stomach (and often, leftovers which are great for the next day's lunch!). Friendly service is also nice and they will give you good advice when asked. A staple of ours is the veggie pakoras. Crispy and tasty and they come served with a three tasty dipping sauces. For a great chicken dish I recommend the chicken 'on the bone' korma. The thigh/leg meat is far tastier than chicken breast meat IMO! The chicken is tender more flavorful when cooked on the bone (doesn't all meat taste better on the bone?!), and it's a dish that meets my expectations. Yum! Their vegetarian options are equally great, with the Baingan Bhartha (eggplant dish) being a favorite of mine. I've found most of their vegetarian dishes to be consistently good choices and have yet to have one disappoint. A special treat at Punjab is the Punjab Lamb Chops. While they're a bit on the pricey side they are quite good. We also always get a plain naan or paratha. Perfect for dipping in the tasty rich sauces and don't forget to order a side of their yogurt sauce, raita to balance the spiciness of the dishes and provides a refreshing contrast. Check out Punjab. It's one of my favorite restaurants in the area.
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Foodie M.
Nov 11, 2023
We defied the warning signs on good ol' yelp and decided to give this place a try. I'm afraid everyone is right about the food being bland. For an Indian restaurant, this place definitely misses the mark - big time! Bevs: The husband ordered an Irish old fashioned cocktail. Sadly it was so diluted to the point where there was no flavor whatsoever. Almost no alcohol or bitters. The husband said, verbatim, "it tasted like sparkling orange that has lost its sparkle". Instead, he enjoyed the macerated cherries that came as a garnish. I ordered the basil lemonade. Let's just say that YOU can make a better lemonade beverage at home! Save the $8 and get yourself some ice cream or pastry - from somewhere else of course!! Apps:We ordered paapdi chaat. Below average at most. It needed some help. We added some sweet tamarind sauce and spicy mint chutney that came with the Paapad. Main dish:The husband ordered chicken tikka with Punjabi chili paratha. The parathas are spicy - they're good if you enjoy spicy food. The chicken tikka was average. We've definitely had much better. I ordered a masala dosa. Sadly it was a miss. Again, when a restaurant messes up the basics, it makes you wonder. Unfortunately, we won't be returning.
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Vishak R.
May 19, 2024
Great food, great service, great environment, really good and reliable restaurant. The naan is made on a traditional tandoori which makes it much better. Can be a little pricey if you have a large crowd
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Joi S.
Apr 1, 2024
Our family loves Punjab! This is one of the first restaurants we tried when we relocated to Massachusetts and it quickly became a favorite. The food is always outstanding and the atosphere is warm and welcoming. When the restaurant is busy, service can be a bit slow but the food arrives quickly and is always excellent. My husband's family is Punjabi and for him, this restaurant tastes like home. :)
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