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Moti Mahal Delux, New York, NY
Award-winning

Moti Mahal Delux

4.6
4.6
677 Reviews
$31 to $50
Indian
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Moti Mahal Delux

4.6
$31 to $50
Indian
Upper East Side

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
  • Healthy
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Moti Mahal Delux offers recipes that are distinguished principally by inventive flavor combinations and the finesse of ‘Mughlai’ cuisine, a "bargain in any neighbourhood for food that provides a surprising flavor of luxury" - The New York Times, 2 Stars

The signature “Butter Chicken”, has come to be known as one of the most renowned dishes in the world. “Tandoori Chicken”, "the most eye opening item to come out of the oven" is the legacy of the Moti Mahal restaurant chain. “Daal Makhani”, or “Kaali Daal”, is "deeply, truly luxurious" and here at Moti Mahal Delux, can make you go "wobbly with happiness". Another Moti Mahal Delux signature is the Masala, a fragrant curry prepared with a choice of goat brain, crab, chicken or shrimp.

This sophisticated and upscale restaurant with a "comfortable modern dining room" and "attentive and courteous" service offers a one of a kind Mughlai fine dining experience.



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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 371-3535
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Celebrate special occasions by having Moti Mahal Delux create memorable dishes for your next cocktail party, wedding, anniversary, bridal shower, corporate luncheon, office party, birthday, or private at-home dining. <br /><br />If you are interested in having us cater your next event, please call us at 212.371.3535 or email us at contact@motimahaldelux.us

What 677 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • New York City

    Indian

  • Manhattan

    Indian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Moti Mahal Delux offers a unique and upscale Indian dining experience. Patrons praise the "fantastic food" and consistently "amazing comfort Indian food." Highlights include the chicken 65 and butter chicken. While some diners noted issues with service and reservations, the restaurant remains a popular choice for its "interesting menu" and "delicious" dishes.

677 Reviews
  1. Michael

    New York City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Gaurav Anand does it again! Excellent all around! Go to spot for a nice date or celebratory dinner.

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  2. Mike

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was great. My only complaint is that the food came out five minutes after it was ordered. There is a difference between good service and rushed service. But, all in all, this restaurant is quite good and worth visiting.

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  3. Kamal Bobby

    New York City

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistent and amazing comfort Indian food! Will definitely return!

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  4. Kristina

    New York City

    33 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food here is consistently good We’ve been a few times

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  5. SEBASTIEN

    London

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Unfortunately, it was not the greatest of the experience. I had chosen this Indian restaurant because i found it on the guide Michelin. The food lacked of spices and taste. The chicken and lamb were dry which was very disappointing, almost like if the food was reheated. The service was good.

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  6. Pallavi

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was cold, service was non-existent and there were flies circling our food. Moti Mahal Delux please pull your act together. You used to be a decent place to dine in.

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  7. Laura

    New York City

    65 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on 20 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Interesting menu - a little different and more upscale than your average Indian restaurant. Everything we had was delicious.

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  8. Alissa

    New York City

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food but each time we go the portions shrink and prices grow. Unacceptable how stingy they are with chicken tiki masala. 7 cubes of chicken entire entree for $24! Delicious but strinkflation is too much.

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  9. Erika

    Central Coast

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 1 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Especially loved the chicken 65- will come back next time I’m in NYC.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 June 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I don’t usually write reviews, but this experience was particularly frustrating. We booked a reservation for 10:15 PM through the app, which confirmed our table. After a long and expensive Uber ride, we arrived only to find the restaurant closed. This was supposed to be a special date with my wife, who had been craving Indian food. Instead, I felt embarrassed in front of her due to the restaurant's misleading reservation system. We were left stranded far from our hotel, and by the time we could have reached another restaurant, most places were already closed. This incident not only wasted our time and money but also ruined our evening. I hope the restaurant addresses this issue with their reservation system to prevent such disappointments for others in the future.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Moti Mahal Delux does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Moti Mahal Delux also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 371-3535.

Moti Mahal Delux is rated 4.6 stars by 677 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of Moti Mahal Delux restaurant

Moti Mahal Delux

4.6
$31 to $50
Indian
Upper East Side

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Moti Mahal Delux

1149 First Avenue, New York, NY 10065

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    63rd Street
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Phone number
    (212) 371-3535
  • Catering
    Celebrate special occasions by having Moti Mahal Delux create memorable dishes for your next cocktail party, wedding, anniversary, bridal shower, corporate luncheon, office party, birthday, or private at-home dining. <br /><br />If you are interested in having us cater your next event, please call us at 212.371.3535 or email us at contact@motimahaldelux.us
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