ENDICOTT’S TAJ MAHAL

There’s a very new, very authentic Indian restaurant in Endicott, and it’s worth a visit. The atmosphere is interesting - it looks as if it’s been set up in what was once a soda shop or diner, but the food is savory and comforting. We were served dishes we’ve never had before, such as Gobi Manchurian - a cauliflower appetizer that was sweet, tangy, and fried - the most fun we’ve ever had with that vegetable. They offer all the standard Indian dishes, but it was recommended we try a special eggplant dish (which was not on the menu), and were glad that we went for it. The sauce was creamy but not heavy, and perfectly seasoned. Moreover, it was unlike anything we’d ever had before (notice a pattern?). This place is different - give it a try. And while you’re there, don’t forget to order some chai tea and rice pudding.

Taj Mahal Authentic Indian Cuisine is located at 21 Washington Ave. in Endicott. They are open Mon-Sat from 11am-3pm for lunch buffet and from 4-9:30pm for dinner; closed Sundays. Call (607) 239-6231 or visit tajmahalindiancuisine.net.