Chawlas has always been my favorite food spot to quench my cravings for Indian food. I often go to the manukau outlet but since I was in cbd I tried their other outlet in Wellesley street. First of all the ambience, the restaurant might look shady to some people but it's beautiful to me, the paintings and decorations are majorly rajasthani I suppose. As per the food it was delicious just like the other branch. Tried their chicken tikka masala, and absolutely loved it. Earlier I've tried cream chicken ( bit sweet for my taste) and Afghani chicken tikka from the same place and enjoyed it.
Very good Indian Cuisine Option in Auckland. Curry Chinken and lamb Is tender （Chicken Is better).
Friendly staffs.
Stopping by for a late Sunday dinner we ordered the chicken tikka masala, palak paneer with garlic naan, raita and mango chutney. The service was efficient and helpful and the food was just delicious with decent portions too. Very impressed, we will be back.
Had a lovely dinner in a cosy atmosphere. Food was packed with flavour. Will definitely be back
This place is our go to indian restaurant in the city. Its a time honoured restaurant since 1960, the deco's a bit old fashined but who cares, their dishes are absolutely delicious! Always order the cheese and garlic nan. As for the curry, we enjoyed Chicken/lamb korma very much. With zomato gold, we ordered 2 curries 2 rice and 1 bread, and it cost 15.50 per person. I'd say its reasonable priced.
Forgot to take photo as we are too hungry at that time. Ordered for tandoori chicken, a lamb dish and curry fish. tandoori chicken taste fabulous, the lamb dish taste good too. Spicy level I ordered for triple hot, but its taste so good, can't stop eating. But little stomachache after that, maybe was too hot for me but I would still order that next time haha!
Staff/service: 3.5/5
Venue: 4/5
Price/portion: 3.5/5
First time visiting here not during lunch time. We ordered the prawns jalfrezi $20.99, butter chicken $17.99, bhindi do Pyaza $15.99, 1 rice and 1 garlic naan. The chicken and prawns portions is not heaps. The prawns jalfrezi tasted like frozen pre-cooked prawns. Also with the mains that we ordered it doesn’t include any rice which we need to order separately.
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I visited here 2 times.
And every single menu was SO NICE.
But little bit expensive. If you go this place, have to try cream chicken. So Good!
It's a really good place for a budget meal. Actually, there is nearly no service in this restaurant but it doesn't influence the taste of the food.
Chawla's is a restaurant where it can do no wrong! Food serving is generous and one plate of briyani chicken can last me two meals! Be mindful of how spicy you want, although the staff will always be around to check on you on the food. Will definitely visit there again!
Jaspreet is a great host and the curries are freshly made and very delicious. I also recommend that you give their masala tea a try.
My favourite dishes include: Chicken Vindaloo, Chili Chicken, Chicken 65, Sizzling Tandoori Chicken & Chicken Biryani, their rice is aromatic and their soft Naan or Garlic Naan bread that you can dip into the gravy (masala) for the ultimate and most beautiful Indian cuisine and experience Auckland city has to offer.
All their vast array of delicious dishes are of top quality. For dessert I highly recommend Mango Kulfi. I eat here frequently during the week for this business is truly worthy of supporting!
Extra special thanks to Jaspreet, the wonderful service staff and the Chefs!
Respectfully,
Aneez.
(Visited on 21 August 2023, reviewed on 23 August 2023)
My friends and I went to this restaurant for dinner. We ordered the Lamb Do Pyaza, Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani with the naan baskets (cheese, garlic and plain). All were delicious, especially the lamb Do Pyaza, which we asked for the Asian spicy level (not very spicy for me though).
I also tried the mango kulfi and Masala Chai. The Masala Chai could be better as it tasted like a regular tea instead of one with spices, and the kulfi was not bad.
Overall, it is still quite good for an affordable Indian meal in the CBD.
I’ve tried nearly all the Indian cuisines around CBD but this one is the best. One of their specialties is their fresh Naan which tastes really good with their wide range of curries. Thumbs up for their customer service as well.
The Fish curry was wonderful. Wife loved it and the portion size was great. However we got sweet chilli sauce which was a big let down. We expected to have sezhwan chutney
Authentic Indian fare done to perfection. Fresh food, excellent spices, perfect portions. Will definitely be returning.
Their lunch special is totally worth it if you are looking for some cheap and tasty eats which is pretty hard to find in Auckland nowadays.
Tried the mutter panner which came with rice, Naan, paapad and a drink of your choice for 12.50$. Was really very tasty.
Service and attention was top notch.
Will be back to try the chicken and lamb dishes.
Do yourself a favour and eat here.
My friend and I wandered in here randomly when all the nearby restaurants were closed due to a water outage.
The service and food we received were amazing, I've travelled to India before and this is the best Indian food I've ever eaten.
It was so nice we came back with friends a couple of nights later. I'll absolutely be back when I'm back in Auckland.
Thanks!
One of the most delicious Indian food I’ve ever tried. This little cozy restaurant is located in Auckland CBD. I had the chicken madras, yummy !… it includes a portion of steamed jasmine rice. Roti bread is apart. The prices are perfectly reasonable and the quality of the products is high. I came back 2 nights after the first time I tried it, my favorite Indian food in Auckland!
I was pulled in by the advertisement board of the evening special. However it was not until I had finished my meal that I was asked if I wanted the beverage that came as part of the special offer.
If they would have provided the drink at the start I may have ordered another as the butter chicken was very tasty 😋
All food we ate were amazing!
Friendly, good atmosphere!
I loved spinach one and also nut’s one.
I will definitely come back!
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