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I note that this is a higly rated restaurant [Zagat Survey, New York Times], but I was a little disappointed after such high expectations. The vegetable combo appetizer was a little greasy and bland, and rather than diverse vegetables in the Pakora, it was mostly eggplant. The tandoori shrimp were huge [must be U10 or larger] and 5 were served, but the flavors did not blend so well with the large shrimp. Furthermore, such large shrimp tend to be a little tough, which was the case this time. The basmati rice tasted OK but it did not seem very fresh. A yellow lentil dal I ordered was a bit thin in consistency. The Raita was great. I went Sunday night just after New Years, maybe that is a bad time but I was disappointed after all the buildup.    [05 Jan 2004 21:10:07]

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Recommended Dishes: Can not recommend on just one visit

     ­Rick   

While Passage to India is the best Indian restaurant in the Princeton area, it comes up short when compared to the best in the NYC metro area. The vegetarian and chicken choices are all decent, but I recommend to avoid the fish-based meals because the fish does not seem that fresh. The staff is friendly and gracious.    [06 Apr 2004 10:36:23]

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Recommended Dishes: vegetable korma, tandori chicken

     ­Anonymous   

Good Food, Good Ambience
I stumbled upon Passage to India coincidentally, on a working trip to Lawrenceville. I went for the "Chaat Buffet" on Wednesday night and food was great! The pani-puri, pav bhaji, dosa and dahi-wadas are mouth watering. While I've eaten at better places in NYC, this place is more than money's worth. Check it out :-)    [19 Oct 2005 11:12:47]

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     ­Anonymous, New York   anujajhaveri at yahoo dot com

The food here is horrible. Old and stale food is their speciality. Believe me, try it once... you will never go back.    [26 Dec 2006 19:49:08]

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     ­Mina