Black Salsa

in the last week

"Came here on a pulsd voucher. The place is really pretty. The server, Fatima, was great. She was extremely attentive. The food was ahhmaaazzzing! Saag paneer was hot and flavorful. The garlic naan was buttery and hot. My bf had the lamb. He says he thoroughly enjoyed it. The house red wine was ok, nothing to write home about. Maybe try a cocktail next time."

Ivy Vale

a week ago

"I'd heard great things about the food at Baazi. That's not the issue. It's worse. From my table, I could see a C grade health inspection posted in the kitchen. I don't eat at places that don't maintain an A grade, so this was alarming (we had already ordered). My friend looked up the grading at NYCEatSafe and it turns out Baazi had been cited for 35 violations in 2023, including rats. The Health.nyc.gov site currently lists the grading as a C. No grade is posted in their front window, a law in New York. Be aware of the health risks before eating here."

Philippos Savvides

2 months ago

"We walked into Baazi without reservations on Diwali, arguably one of the busiest nights of the year, and were welcomed into its small, intimate space. The atmosphere immediately felt special. While the service was leisurely, it felt intentional—part of the experience rather than a flaw. It allowed us to savor the evening and the incredible meal that followed. The food was absolutely excellent, from start to finish. We had: ek aur baazi cauliflower amritsari fish chicken chandi tikka lamb shank rogan josh 2 day dal makhani Every dish was a standout. The lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender, the dal was rich and complex, and the appetizers set a perfect tone. It was a fantastic meal at a place that clearly values quality. We'll definitely be back."

vedant kadu

2 months ago

"I went to this restaurant because google recommended us that is one of the best restaurants in NYC. Now I dont trust google. Only reason I am giving it 2 star because food was okay. Following are the reasons I will never go to this restaurant again and I wont recommend this restaurant to anyone, except my enemies I guess. • Despite having reservations, we were made to wait for 20 minutes outside on the sidewalk. • Our table was already ready and just being cleaned after the previous guests meaning they don’t actually check or honor online reservations. • People who came after us were seated and served before us. • There was only one waiter working that night, and we literally had to call him over just to get our order taken. • The waiter’s communication was so unclear that I had to guess what he was saying. • The plates had stains, and the wine glasses had visible fingerprints.We were asked to use the same small appetizer plates for our entrées as well. • Fruit flies were flying over our food. • The chairs felt like torture devices round, unstable, and poking. Each one had two metal poles sticking right where your legs should rest, ensuring equal pain for both legs. • The biggest disappointment: the restaurant looked nothing like the pictures online. Overall, this was one of the most overrated places I’ve ever been to. The food might have been passable, but everything else was below basic standards. Definitely not worth the hype."

Sameer Siddiqi

a year ago

"I recently dined at Baazi in New York and found the experience to be fairly average. The restaurant offers decent Indian food, but it didn’t quite live up to my expectations. While the presentation of the dishes was impressive, capturing a modern and stylish aesthetic, the flavors were somewhat lacking the authentic Indian kick that I was hoping for. The spices and depth of flavor that typically characterize Indian cuisine seemed muted, making the dishes taste rather bland. The ambiance and service were commendable, contributing to a pleasant dining environment. However, the overall culinary experience left something to be desired. I would rate my experience a 6/10."