Southern Spice in New Hyde Park
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New Hyde Park, Nassau County, New York, US
Site: http://www.southernspiceny.com/
- Monday:11:30AM–8:30PM
- Tuesday:Closed
- Wednesday:11:30AM–8:30PM
- Thursday:11:30AM–8:30PM
- Friday:11:30AM–8:30PM
- Saturday:11:30AM–8:30PM
- Sunday:11:30AM–8:30PM
The food quality was very bad as they added too much artificial colors into it and the quantity was less compared to higher prices they charged. Never ever...
Not happy with the quality of food at all - I ordered the butter chicken spicy and I’ve had marinara sauce spicer than that and the vegetable kuruma was extremely under salted. Will not be ordering from here again.
Very good food and ambiance. Me and my husband had very good time. Food was very delicious. It was south Indian restaurant with proper authentic taste and this place was fully packed but still we got a nice corner. Owner was very nice and helped us so much to decide on menu. Love it. Will definitely go again.
Didnt like the food. Chicken tastes as if it was cooked couple of days back😐
I love this place. Always get the shrimp biryani. Best Indian food in New Hyde Park hands down.
I was there with my husband for the first time even though my husband was there couple of times with his colleagues. Happy that found it and Best authentic South Indian Restaurant which I have come across from last 3 years in Longisland. I felt like the price is little extravagant compared to other restaurants, but taste is worth the price!! And sure, Will not get disappointed!!
Chicken kothu porota: loved the spice level and flavor. It tasted like pasta. It was hard to differentiate the chicken and porota while eating since everything looked the same.Chicken dhum biriyani: It had a ton of whole garam masalas! I wish it was a bit spicier but now Im aware of their spice levels for future. The flavor was not bad and not the best. However, its not the worst either. Im going to attempt their lamb biriyani next time. The owner was nice enough to give me some chettinad curry to try it with the biriyani. I loved the curry sauce! I liked the biriyani after mixing it with that sauce. Im going to try the chettinad curry next time.Chettinad curry: on point! The spice level and the mixture of the garam masalas was blended really well.Almond halwa: I have never tried this one so it was my first. I was expecting it to be like barfi but it obviously wasnt. It tasted pretty good. A very different taste and not bombarded with a ton of sugar which was the best part. The almond mixture was really smushed so that was a new taste and experience in my mouth.Cucumber raita: this was the only part of my experience that I disliked. I think it truly lacked salt, cumin, and the greens. I have definetly tasted better raita unless raita recipe is made differently in south India then Im not sure.On good note, I will definetly go back to try other dishes. Next will be their dosas and chettinad curries. I will be recommended others about this place.
We ordered a veg dum biriyani and gobi manchurian. The owner also gave us a complimentary gobi 65. The biriyani and machurian were really good, spicy and flavorful. Gobi 75 was average, it lacked salt and was a bit bland. The owner was very friendly and the service was good.
Listen this is the BEST Indian food I had! My wife always gets the FRESH fish and I get the chicken masala ( mild ) I’m a white boy I can’t hang! I moved to Huntington and nothing I mean nothing compares to this place. The owner and staff are amazing people. Go try it out you never know, this might be your new favorite spot.Joe
The food was absolutely delicious and the owner extremely accommodating. He helped us pick such an excellent dinner. Flavors were vibrant, food was well cooked, and the atmosphere was perfect.
This food was so good!!! Samosa chaat and mango lassi made my night. Giat biriyani, butter chicken and tandoori shrimp too ( I def over ordered, but the leftovers were just as amazing the next day). Will be back
I ordered SS chicken biryani, SS chicken appetizer & Goat palav biryani. Great taste & delicious . During driving & when we open the dishes at home biryani & palav smell was awesome. Usually my wife doesn’t like outside biryani but she liked a lot and we ordered second time within two days.
My friend and I eat here once a week. The food is outstanding. We both agree that weve never had a bad meal here. They spice it up or down, as you please. Decor is nothing fancy, but that allows them to keep the prices fair.
Southern Spice is one of my favorite restaurants around this area. I have never been disappointed from the food I have had from from Southern Spice. The food is fresh, spicy, flavorful and aromatic as authentic Chettinad Cuisine. My favorites are chicken Chettinadu, Prawns Varuval and chicken Kuruma.I have eaten in and taken out. While eating in the food arrives with little delay, The chef does a good job, waiters are pleasant and the owner is a polite gentleman. I have also ordered on phone and online both were good experience.Tip: Have the food spicy, try not to measure the spice level on a scale of 5, instead let the chef prepare it as it’s prepared in South India.
Worst food, very spicy ordered medium spice got very spicy we could not eat and worst part is that 15 percent tip that was forced in bill where food was terrible. This was for a table of 3 and nowhere mentioned in menu while ordering..would not mind if food was good. Personally there are other options in Hicksville that have good South Indian flavor without overwhelming spice.
The food was absolutely delicious!! Atmosphere is warm, cozy and great service! We met the chef who was super nice and telling us about his vegetarian and vegan cuisine he adds to the menu. Highly recommend this great restaurant!
Very good southern Indian food. Not very spicy by Indian standards so ask for spicy if you like it that way. Its not the best Ive ever had but the service and price were great. Id definitely go back.
The best Indian restaurant if you love to eat South Indian non-vegetarian food items. You can find some hidden gems of south India’s traditional cuisines. The chef is known for his creative cooking👍🏾
Great service and excellent food. The vegetable Samosas and Chicken Kuruma were great. The Nan was fluffy and fresh. The atmosphere is good, not too many decorations but a nice place.
This is one of the best Indian restaurants in my opinion. The staff are nice and funny and the food is great. The outside looks sorta crummy and old but the inside is really fancy! You should eat here. But beware the food is sorta expensive.
I have been going here since it opened. This is by far my favorite Indian Restaurant ! I love their food always taste fresh ! Sree is very friendly and Lakshman is an awesome waiter!! If you love great Indian food you have to come and try out Southern Spice!
Flavorful, spicy. Balanced flavor. Attractive presentation. Great service.
Terrific Indian in a town of 100 Indian restaurants. I really like this place. I have tried many of the others in the area and everything is always very fresh and good. Be careful with the spice level. They are not shy with the hot.
I am south indian and we loveeee this spot!! We recommended this place to many family and friends and theyve all said the same!!We recently had Cauliflower 65 with mango chutney, shrimp korma, vegetable chettinand and butter chicken with naan bread! All was amazing!!
Everything is super delicious. Don’t forget a side of jamaican chutney if you like it spicyyy! They make it from fresh ingredients and I always stuff my face with Southern Spice. Yummie
Okay so for starters ... I decided to give southern spice a try since I was recently turned off to Indian cuisine. Sri is Super friendly, patient and very helpful as I can be a bit picky. The cauliflower 65 is hands down my super favorite thing to eat here. The king fish is awesome especially when I dipped it in the manchrian cauliflower with chili sauce. Omg then they have this extra spicy chili chutney that is so delish on everything if you love spicy like me! Another thing Ive had ( since I been here back to back like 4x ) was the chickpea and spinach! If your looking for a great Indian restaurant to try this one is hands down worth the stop! I feel like I found an under ground gem 😁! A new thing Ive been ordering is the bhindi fry, its fried okra with onions and spices. I come here especially for that and the cauliflower 65, yum!
The food was good, we got the chicken biryani and chicken tikka masala, and they both tasted authentic enough. With that said, we felt the spice was lacking for both dishes compared to homestyle Indian cooking (it may just be that the food is catered more towards American taste buds though)
Nice quiet place topped with good authentic south indian food .Excellent service.
Friendly owner, happy waiters, and food that make you smile!I and my wife have always been craving for Indian food ever since we met in Boston (there were many India restaurants right outside MIT campus) years ago. Now with a young son we do not have much time to eat out. Looking for best restaurants that satisfy our taste bubs for each different cuisine has became a never ended quest.Southern Spice is definitely our holy grail of Indian cuisine.The fusion cooking made from the most authentic and FRESH (yeah, that fresh) ingredients exceed our expectation after 20 years and hundred different Indian restaurants in different countries.Favorite dishes: ALL.
** Nov. 2017 update: no longer has a buffet. ** Excellent food with a good mix of meat and vegetarian options. We went for the Sunday buffet, and were warmly welcomed. Quiet, simple, and we were so pleased with the experience. Well be back.
The food is fantastic. Its a little different and tastier than the usual Indian fare. Favorites are the Chicken-65, but ask for it old-fashioned before they made it more mild, and the Dosai. This weekend we previewed a Paneer dish from the upcoming menu - it was cheesy and minty and flavorful.The decor and service are adequate but noting to write home about. But the prices are low, so Im not expecting 5 star service.Caveats as of May 2012: The photo on Google maps is out of date. It shows some other restaurant. They dont have a liquor license yet, so BYOB from home - or go across the street to the Indian market and pick up a few Kingfishers.
The manager was very attentive! the food is bit spicy, but definitely flavorful! had the mutton biriyani, mixed tandoori grill and okra - definitely coming back
What spices you want public to taste when ur chef even did not put salt in a dish. Yes this is their reality did not even put salt! Guess what dish was like boiled in water and oil on top!! Don’t ever do with who belong to spices. Would be worst restaurant in my list!
The points are for ambience and service. Food was not nice. Chettinad curry and dosa did not qualify to be called Chettinad. Samosa chat was nice and fresh. Chicken dum biryani was not a bum biryani as to be called dum biryani there need to be layers of different flavors in a biryani.
Authentic South Indian deliciousness.Hyderabad mutton biriyani (5/5) : flavorful, filing, good portion of meat.Masala dosa (4/5) : filing and tasty, though missed out on the crispness.Masala tea (2/5) : goes well with masala dosa but lacks the masala flavor.Service (5/5) : friendlyAtmosphere (5/5) : currently (Nov 2020) Southern Spice is doing takeout only due to COVID but I have had the pleasure of visiting this establishment multiple times before and it was pleasing with a touch of Indian flavor without overdoing it. Background Indian music was a nice touch.To sum it up, slightly pricey compared to other Indian restaurants around but definitely worth checking out if you are into Indian food, more specifically South Indian (on the more spicy side of the name didnt give out away). I will definitely be back.
Food was good but was not extra ordinary. I guess it had too much of karalian touch in all dishes we tried. Quite ambiance and polite staff were the only positives. Service was too slow however.
The best restaurant in Long Island highly recommended
Very nice. Worth a trip out of your way. They can do spicy... and less spicy too. Nice polite waitstaff. Will go again.
Excellent Indian food!! A bit pricey for what you get. Although the food is great, there are other nearby options that are just as tasty and a better value!
Outstanding southern Indian cooking! Highlights of our visit included: Chicken 65, samosa chaat, Chicken Chettinad, vegetable dosa, a delicious spinach/chickpea/tomato mash and Tandoori chicken. The owner is very friendly and even gave us a wonderful introduction to Classical Indian music! VERY REASONSABLE and, BYOB!!!! This restaurant is a Long Island gem and a very nice departure from so many hum-drum Northern Indian restaurants. WE WILL BE BACK!
Best chettinadu food. I always order from here for our family functions. There chettinadu curry, chicken tikka, chicken 65, briyani and fish moli. Wow best of the best. What I really like is fresh ingredients and fresh food. I know the owner and he is humble and very down to earth person.
For someone who isnt crazy about Indian food, I love this place! Been here twice, the food and service is great. Love their Naan Bread. Must try Chicken or Lamb Kuruma! ❤
Some of the best Indian food ever. I used to be a regular, but since you guys moved well out of subway range, it just takes too long to get out there unless you have a car. I dont. Come back!
This spot is worth visiting. They serve large portions for convenient rates. Consistently well kept and with awesome vibes. Would recommend to others.
Horrible experience would not recommend any valuable time wasted....toooo expensive for quality....naans undercooked, meat dishes are too hard and staff with so much attitude! 😡 again Toooooo Expensive and Horrible Service!
No surprise why this restaurant is unoccupied - food is awful , chicken is atleast 3 days old ( I believe). And the worst part, the dude with spectacles was forcing me for tip ?? What on earth made him think I’m gonna tip him for such awful experience. I wish I could rate ZERO
Good food taste great.Mix Tandoori grill, fish and brocolli 65 was good.
Server name Laxman, walked in with 12 guest - initial vibe itself was negative and body language from laxman topped it all.Food might be good.but service was bad - not an experience you will cherish.
The food is outstanding here. Its a no brainer to come here and be hungry. Its spicy but still tasty. Highly recommend this establishment!
The most amazing Indian food in long island
Only thing I dont like is its closed on Mondays. ( Im writing this as I look at the closed door disappointed on Monday) 😡
Food is ok but one old man I think he is main manager look tall .he act only manners.he is gready.he looks people for more tips.today I go there and eat food .all food serve and take my plate all 2 young boys .last bill pay with my discover card.i going to out that time old tall man (looks manager of waiters) came and ask me 15%tips must in newyork .next time you came no 15% tips he kick out from there restaurant.
Good food, great owner, plain decor. Lots of space and seldom full. One of our favorite Indian places on the N Shorte
Great indian food. By default they make food less spicy (by Indian food standards) so if you prefer spicier youll have to mention that
Small and fun. Great service. Knowledgeable and lots of delicious things to sample.
Huge fan of the food here. My family has been going here and getting catering here for two years now and have been very happy with the experience.
Great spicy taste from the Southern India. Very different and typical taste, to give different refreshment to the tongue.
Unassuming decor, very tasty and interesting options. Tried some dishes I never had before. Will definitely be returning.
Good south Indian food in a hurry!
Shrimp and salmon tikka masala awesome . Good place for sea food lovely 😋mouthwatering crab cake , calamari ...
My go to local Indian food restaurant. The owner is very nice and always greets us.
One of the best Indian restaurants on Long Island. Vindaloo, biryani, chicken 65 are great.
Excellent Food.. Try the Biriyani and Kothu Paratha...Chicken 65 is also great.. Good for South Indian Folks.. Great Service
Excellent tasty food, a bit spicy 🌶 but was great 😊
Takeout only when I went but nice food.
Excellent vegetable chettinad. Spoke with the very polite owner for 20 minutes. Excellent and healthy food. I will return!
Very good restaurant, they give according to our taste. I ll recommend everyone to go there.
Best south Indian in the neighborhood. Owner is a pleasure to speak with and coming from Chennai, certainly knows south Indian food.
Excellent! Will recomend.
Naan’s are too greasy but otherwise a good choice. Staff is polite and well mannered.
Great south indian restaurant. All dishes we tried are really flavorful.
The salt and general taste is an issue if u r used to good South Indian food.
We really liked the food. Nothing fancy for decor, but definitely worth a try!
I do love their dosas! Sree is an amazing cook.
Best south indian food I have tasted so far in NYC
Good vegetarian food , great service.Gratuity included in the bill
Great south Indian thali
Food for value.Really liked the kababs and non veg starters.
Updated decor is pretty nice. Food quality still as good as before.
Great southern Indian cuisine with wonderful service and hospitality.
Some of the best Indian food I have ever had.
Awesome food and excellent use of spices and herbs, never over powering.
Clean. Good service. Excellent food. Reasonably priced
Great food! We love this place! Perfect Spice!
Always great service and excellent food! I always recommend it to my friends and family!!!!
Was good. Will visit again. The Achari Mushroom was awesome.
Good tikka masala, but the water could taste better
Great food. Try their dum biriyani.
Simply the best Indian (and South Indian) restaurant in the area.
Ordered through Uber eats. Explicitly requested cutlery as I’m in a hotel. Ignored my request.
I Always have their mutton biryani! Yummy!!!
Want some good spicy food!? You’re at the right place!!
Great food. Friendly and fast service.
Finally a place that knows what hot is.if you like spicy hot food they will kick it up for you
We love the food.Specially Vegetarian Katyu
Outstanding and authentic South Indian food.
Just love the chettinad style curry varieties...
Great indian food (kottu parata and chicken chetinantu)
Great food, super low prices, mediocre service.
Great tasting Indian food!
Food is amazing if your into spice
Place is good. But taste is not good.
Veg thali is not worth the price charged.
Good authentic south Indian food
Excellent southern Indian food.
Great atmosphere, food and staff❣
Reasonable, but different and not to my taste.
Always fresh, great food.
Food was a little bland, staff is eh
Love the food here....its superb....
Awsome spicy indian food.
Clean Good service and Excellent food
Very good. High quality. Tasty.
Good for non vegetarian only
Always great tasting food
Great experience. Love this place :)
Great food and very authentic
Liked the ambiance and taste
Waiters are clueless, food is spot on
The service is really good here.
Food is simply delicious
Prices went up. Quality went down.
Food terrible, service even worse.
Great Vindaloo, very spicy!
Nice placecfor Biryani
Great food n service
Great food and service
Very solid and affordable!
Good Indian taste food
Food is very expensive
The owner is awesome!
Delicious food
Good food and service
Good Indian Food
Good chettinad food
Service is lacking.
Excellent.....
Great dosas
Great food
Total reviews rating 4.3
149 Reviews for Southern Spice 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-02We stopped in for a late lunch. Ordered butter chicken, malai kofta, and alu gobi, and paratha. I’m in a bit of a food coma following our feast but wow was it delicious. Each dish had such care into the preparation of all components, and such freshness in the curries. The malai kofta may be the best I’ve ever had, so tender and delicious and the curry was phenomenal. We always order alu gobi and somehow this was also an especially delicious preparation. Will definitely stop by again when we’re in the area.
Review №2
2022-06-03I have a lot of experience with Southeast Asian food given that my background and heritage is from there. The quality of the food at Southern Spice is among the best that I have ever had. The owner is very considerate and professional, you will not find better service elsewhere. If you are in the area, this is the place to go to fulfill your Indian cuisine cravings.
Review №3
2022-04-27Never have I been so disappointed with my online order. I had to give one star because I cannot give zero or negative stars. I ordered goat dum biryani for lunch and picked it up around 12 PM. I strongly believe they gave me the overnight leftover biryani because the rice was so dry, They were pieces of clumped dried rice with the biryani. I had to drink water with every few bites, they were like five pieces of meat. It is highly overpriced and the taste is subpar. I would never be ordering anything from this restaurant ever again.
Review №4
2017-11-08This is a very special place for true Southern Indian cuisine! You will not see any typical Indian art or statues, no paintings of gods either. This place is actually Indian owner and run! Let the colorful walls and the sound of classic jazz keep you company as you await some of the best Indian food in the entire area, if not the entire country. Made to order, dairy free and vegan available. Great personalized service!!
Review №5
2018-12-15Its a nice restaurant and a healthy Indian food. I always pass this place and be telling my wife that we go eat soon at this place and we finally did. The food was good and good service. We got there early like right after 1130 (thats when they open) and in half an hour it filled with ppl for lunch.
Review №6
2019-06-21Ive gone to southern spice various times for lunch but didnt get a chance and this time being for a birthday party and a small group, it was perfect. ( masala dosa, veg biryani, uptthapam, veg thali, egg curry) the food was super delicious as pictures show empty plates lol. The lunch menu when brought to table is rather large so you can get the dishes and everyone can taste the variety.
Review №7
2019-04-01The biryani is not for a connoisseur .. it is pretty basic, paneer chetinnad was very bland nothing chettinad style .. the three stars are for samosa chat and dosa.Paneer chettinad was also not up to the mark.Malai cofta was too mushy. Review 2- it was good. I mixed all the food together and then ate it. It tasted really good. Service was excellent as well.
Review №8
2022-01-31Been there numerous times. I love this place so much that I cross a expensive toll bridge to get there Authentic south Indian food and great service. FOOD is made chenad style which is delicious .. place is not fancy compared to other restaurants in the area but will make up for it with the quality and service.
Review №9
2021-12-18Listen this place is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! The owner is a stand up guy, and when I call he knows my wife and I off the bat. When we ask for fish he will make it for us, and he’s honest saying if the fish is good or not. Come on what place would actually tell you that? I guarantee when you leave this place your taste buds are singing and your belly is full!! GO GIVE IT A TRY!
Review №10
2022-01-10I bought three items like chicken-65, nabaratna Corma and chicken beriyani.I dislike this restaurant very much. My whole family are super disappointed. Very bad taste of chicken beriyani and nabaratna corma. No taste at all. Vegetables are raw. Got old smell of chicken that means its not properly marinated.Chicken-65 is okay but less quantity. But very expensive in comparison to other restaurants around here.I will never go there. Just put one star because of chicken-65.