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Alachi Masala, New York, NY

Alachi Masala

4.0
4
64 Reviews
$30 and under
Indian
Alachi Masala takes its name from the Alachi (Cardamom), a very small but extremely flavorful spice that has been used for thousands of years. We at Alachi Masala strive to bring you flavorful dishes that embody the best of Indian cuisine while at the same time recognizing that some like it hot and some like it not!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 874-0737
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We are prepared to cater your next corporate or family occasion. We can also host a private event by reserving our full dining room.
  • Neighborhood
    Upper West Side
  • Cross street
    83rd and 84th
  • Parking details
    Street or private lot.
  • Public transit
    86 St (1, 2) 79 St (1, 2) 86 St (A, B, C)
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

What 64 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0
4 based on all time ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4Service
  • 3.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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64 Reviews
  1. KevinS

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is great, and the price is reasonable. The service is attentive as well. We ordered many different kinds of lamb stew and Naan. They are all super good. We will come back again.

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  2. Elyu

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2019

    overall2food2service4ambience1
    The food was fine if you like the Americanized version of Indian food...but if you want something that resembles real Indian food, I'd skip this place.

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  3. bac528

    New York Area

    120 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always our go to for the best Indian food! Food and service are always the best... they treat you like family.

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  4. KBNYC

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Alachi Masala is our hidden gem of the UWS. The food is delicious, and not to mention, extremely reasonable with their 3 course special for $19.99. The service is impeccable and every server is kind and attentive. The fact that this place is BYOB makes it a home run.

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  5. JulietC

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2019

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    It's a nice small restaurant and great food. I love that you can bring your own bottle of wine. The server were friendly too.

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  6. Jojo

    New York Area

    73 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2019

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Wonderful vegan selection of food and breads!

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  7. maria

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2019

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was average. It was rather dirty, the menus had four on them, the salt and pepper shakers were sticky to touch.

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  8. JillJ

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2018

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    My chicken tikka was on the dry side. Our waitress acted as if she wanted to be doing anything other than waiting tables. The other service people seemed good and attentive, and they let us sit and talk without rushing us (it was a quiet night), and I like that the restaurant doesn't use ghee. I gave 4 stars to give them the benefit of the doubt, since I only tried one meal, and maybe our waitress was having a bad day.

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  9. Gerald

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2018

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    We went with our vegan son who was happy to see many dishes marked vegan. The food was tasty - we asked for "mild" spice level. I would have preferred medium but you can custom this by dish. Portions good sized and they include rice. Dessert, rice pudding, was outstanding. No licquor license so you an BYO.

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  10. SimonS

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Best Indian in New York. Live in the UES now and come back here when we can

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  11. Simon

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 4, 2018

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Good quality food and value, love the BYO option.

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  12. Oldtimer

    New York Area

    38 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2018

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Classic indian restaurant, above average in terms of food, ambiance, and service.

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  13. Lidien

    New York Area

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on May 30, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service. We go there each time we are in the neighborhood,

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 30, 2018

    overall5food5service3ambience3
    Great food. No frills. Bring your own booze. Excellent all round.

    1 person found this helpful

  15. Journeyman

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant always has the most reliable service and quality of food. I like the BYOB aspect since I enjoy my wine, and the staff is always accommodating and pleasant.

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  16. Simon

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2018

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Food was very honest and tasty, nicely balanced spice without too much heat. Try the house/chef specials. Love the BYO option. Will be back

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  17. CGould

    New York Area

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2018

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love this place! The food is great, it’s BYOB and the people are wonderful.

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  18. KariL

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2017

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    This is a small place with friendly, helpful staff. NOTE: they do not have alcohol, but you can BYO and there is no corking fee. They have great GF options including bread!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2017

    overall2food3service5ambience4
    Food was mediocre at best

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  20. Bobby

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2017

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful ambiance and great food!!

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  21. vivrepourvivre

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2017

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The chicken biryani was excellent, as was the chana saag. The only thing that I can say anything negative was a loud baby. After that party left, it was actually quiet enough to carry on a decent conversation, and quit pleasant. The meal was delicious. Service was very good, and I will definitely return.

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  22. AstoldbyTJ1

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2017

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful evening. My girlfriend and I really enjoyed the food.

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  23. bac528

    New York Area

    120 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2017

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best Indian food on UWS.... service is always great as is the food.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2017

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    Everything other than aloo paratha was sub par. Aloo paratha was acceptable.

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  25. Luvfoo

    New York Area

    112 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    112 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2017

    overall3food4service4ambience4
    A repeat favorite.mif you like Indian food,Mary this place. Nthe prices are reasonable,mths seasonings delicious and the service great.

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  26. salemwitch

    New York Area

    91 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    91 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2017

    overall3food4service3ambience2
    as promised by the other reviews, alachi masala offers very good (and to me authentic) indian food. i can see that when it is crowded, it might be a less pleasant experience than what we had (it is small, and the tables are close together)...but we were fortunate to have very few other diners in the place when we went, so it was quiet and cozy. service is friendly and accommodating, altho surprisingly slow for having so few diners. i was glad that i had been warned that it's byob (rather than finding out when i got there, and having to hunt down something more thrilling than water or juice to drink). i must say that the mango lassi was outstanding...and the rest of the food quite good--well seasoned (you can choose your level of spiciness) and well prepared (altho the portions weren't generous ones). we will probably go back for takeout, rather than eating in next time, however. the ambiance is somewhat lacking--altho don't know how it cd be made much better in that space....

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  27. Criticalone

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2017

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    We were just disappointed with the overall quality and taste of the food. We really love good Indian and we're sad that we did not find it on our trip to New York.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great place for a casual meal- BYOB makes it a great value also- the place is small but cozy- and the service is attentive and good. The portions are ample (Usually have enough to take home) and very tasty. I would recommend- it is a great neighborhood find.

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  29. ranaldd

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great local spot... and they will make the meals to specified spice limits my advice is to go hotter ..

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2016

    overall2food1service2ambience4
    Would not return. Tikka Masala tasted mope like tomato sauce. Chicken pieces in the entree were good though. Good naan. But overall mediocre to poor tasting food.

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  31. VandyMom

    Nashville

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2016

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Alachi Masala serves top notch Indian food in its small Upper Westside restaurant. Service is quick. Two meat dishes and two vegetable dishes were plenty for four people eating family style. The cost is quite reasonable. Highly recommended for a casual dinner. Reservations are recommended, especially for a party larger than 4.

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  32. MR12

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Solid BYOB place on the UWS. Interesting, tasty food -- good service.

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  33. Lainey

    New York Area

    37 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2016

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    The food was delicious. Not a fancy place, just good.

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  34. TaraO

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2016

    overall3food3service5ambience2
    Acceptable Indian Food, Very small and cramped. Personally, I don't care for small crowded restaurants, where you can't help but eavesdrop on those on either side of you. But for those who don't mind that, it's OK. Service was exceptional.

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  35. CGould

    New York Area

    56 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2016

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Love the Bhel pours appetizer! The three course dinner special is one of the best deals on the UWS. One of the few BYOB places.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service!!!! Great traditional Indian restaurant!!! They even cooked one of our favorite dishes which wasn't on the menu!!!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2016

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Solid, authentic Indian Food! Great Value, with BYOB

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  38. CGould

    New York Area

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Have been here several times and it's always wonderful. We ordered the dinner special this time and it was an amazing value. Staff are very nice. Extra bonus-it is BYOB!

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  39. NYCguy

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2015

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food is great as usual. Dishes don't seem to be cleaned too throughly (based on this and several other dining experiences here). Had to as the server for clean glasses twice (water ans wine glass). Service was great, and my request was promptly attended to.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 3, 2015

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great friendly service and delicious food. Good local neighborhood Indian restaurant. Love the BYOB! Will definitely be back!

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FAQs

Alachi Masala offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 874-0737.

Alachi Masala is rated 4 stars by 64 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Alachi Masala

488 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024

Additional information

  • Cross street
    83rd and 84th
  • Neighborhood
    Upper West Side
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street or private lot.
  • Public transit
    86 St (1, 2) 79 St (1, 2) 86 St (A, B, C)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
    (212) 874-0737
  • Catering
    We are prepared to cater your next corporate or family occasion. We can also host a private event by reserving our full dining room.
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