Moti Mahal Delux

4.3 (679)

$31 to $50

Indian

1149 First Avenue, New York, NY 10065

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Vegetarian-friendly
Innovative

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 (12-3pm), Dinner (5-11pm) Unlimited lunch specials daily (please inquire for menu and pricing)
Phone number
(212) 371-3535
Website
http://www.motimahaldelux.us/
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

Location
1149 First Avenue, New York, NY 10065
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Cross street
63rd Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Moti Mahal Delux.

4.3

(679)

4.4Food
4.1Service
3.9Ambience
3.2Value

Noise • Moderate

670 Reviews

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Rashwinder
London3 reviews
1.0
Dined on January 31, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant was closed. Why does open table allow reservations for closed restaurants?
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Carol
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great place to enjoy Indian food and have a relaxed, quiet and uninterrupted conversation,
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Nancy Gold
New York City74 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was the second time I've gone to Moti Mahal Delux for dinner. The meal was absolutely delicious. My friend and I had different appetizers and entrees and all of them were excellent. The blend of spices they use are flavorful without being too hot to enjoy them. My personal favorites are the samosa appetizers, the chicken tandoori and garlic naan bread. The staff is also pleasant and attentive. We will be back!
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sumit Gold
New York City2 reviews
1.0
Dined on October 19, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
This place is coming up on bad days - the restaurant isn’t as clean or shiny! The food is good but not up to par with its former self. Overall - worthy of takeout not dine in
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Himelda Gold
New York City93 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food at Moti Mahal is excellent! Every dish we ordered was tasty, well presented and delicious. The service is good. But we were the only customers, probably because during the week they have very good specials and its more expensive on weekends.
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Dinesh
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on July 25, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We order in a lot normally. Neither the food nor the ambience was worth going out on a Friday evening
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George Gold
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for lunch and were so happy for a party of 6. The food was so tasty and you get so much food for the unlimited lunch specials . We will definitely come again!
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Miran
Detroit5 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 29, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice ambiance. Helpful service. The food can be a hit and miss type of selection. The "famous" butter chicken and chicken tandoori is ordinary. The lamb chops were excellent. The okra salad was also very good. The meat dishes were heavily coated with the same type of coating which gives them flavor but also alter the taste of the meat itself. Overall, a place to revisit soon.
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Anthony
Jackson Hole3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The menu and decor are nicely updated, the staff is so attentive, and the food gets better and better every time.
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Alan Gold
New York City44 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Well-prepared flavorful food. The website seems out of date, promising a veg and nonveg lunch special that was nowhere to be found.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Indian
Hours of operation
Lunch (12-3pm), Dinner (5-11pm) Unlimited lunch specials daily (please inquire for menu and pricing)
Phone number
(212) 371-3535
Website
http://www.motimahaldelux.us/
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

Location
1149 First Avenue, New York, NY 10065
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Cross street
63rd Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Weekday Lunch

Chaat

Two Veg or Non-Veg appetizer

Chicken or Paneer Entree

Veg or Non-Veg Entree of the Day

Lentils

Biryani

Naan & Dessert

Weekend Brunch

Chaat

Two Veg or Non-Veg appetizer

Chicken or Paneer Entree

Veg or Non-Veg Entree of the Day

Lentils

Biryani

Naan & Dessert

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