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Maharaja Palace: Comfort food Indian-style

Over Thanksgiving leftovers? Moreover, need culinary comfort before the work week begins? Visit Indian Maharaja Palace, cuisine of India.

Maharaja Palace is located in Glendale; approximately 9 miles northwest of Phoenix. It’s on the southwest corner of 57th Avenue and Bell Road in Metro Phoenix.  Call 602-547-1000 or fax 602-547-0688 for additional information.

The restaurant opens at 11:30 am weekdays to 2:30 pm for lunch. It reopens at 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm for dinner. On the weekends, lunchtime is 11:30 am to 3:00 pm. Dinnertime is the same time as weekdays.

Maharaja Palace is a quiet, elegant eatery with colorful tablecloths and napkins.  Each table is surrounded by comfy chairs or plush booths. The atmosphere invites one and all to a great meal.

For the budget conscience, Maharaja Palace offers a Buffet Style Lunch for less than 11 dollars a person. The buffet includes Tandoori chicken, meat-filled curries, veggie-filled curries, Basmati rice, Indian bread called Naan, salad and desserts. This is a great opportunity to a little of this and a little of that.

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The descriptive menu is plentiful. It features a light salad with crisp lettuce, thinly sliced cucumbers and tomatoes. This salad is accompanied by a fresh lemon wedge and a tangy, herbaceous yogurt dressing.

The menu introduces various beef, chicken, lamb, seafood and vegetable dishes to satisfy the food lover in all of us. The Rice dishes incorporate a well-balanced meal utilizing fresh meats, vegetables and traditional Indian spices. By the way, Maharaja Palace offers a Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian meal at dinner.

Try the Chicken Masala. This luscious dish combines tender chunks of chicken, bell peppers, onions and herbs bathed in spicy tomato gravy. Drape this spicy gravy over rice; tender to the tooth. Don’t forget a piece of garlicky, herb-studded Naan for dipping.

To end a comforting meal, explore the beverage section. The hot Indian Tea known as Chai is a must-try. Chai tea embodies hot milk and the warmth of Indian spices.

Like desserts? Gulab Jamun is the one to have. This decadent dessert includes milk-made cheese balls swimming joyously in light, sweet syrup.

Be aware, Indian cuisine is often served a la carte. So, choose your favorite dish and share items such as the Tandoori breads and rice selections. If the budget allows, sample snacks and other tidbits of India. Enjoy!

Rating for Asian Restaurants in Phoenix Metro Area:

4

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  • Christine Lynn 1 year ago

    This restaurant sounds really interesting. The Masala sounds tasty! Great article!! Looking forward to the next temptation........

  • Dr. C 1 year ago

    Great article! I am going to visit this place because it make my mouth water.

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