My name is Maya, and I visited the restaurant on October 27, 2023, at 8:30 PM with a reservation. Unfortunately, our evening was overshadowed by an embarrassing incident. The front desk staff approached my son about his attire—specifically, his plain black Gap joggers—which are really no different from many other similar black pants. It was inappropriate for the staff member to confront my child in such a way, especially since he was clearly upset by the encounter.
We were waiting for friends to celebrate a birthday and noticed other children, including 8-year-olds, dining in joggers without any issues. Moreover, I observed older patrons in joggers leaving the restaurant without any comment...
After having a few positive experiences at this restaurant in the past, we decided to revisit Samudhra for a weekend dinner yesterday. Unfortunately, our visit turned out to be very unpleasant and forgettable, especially for my 8-year-old son. We arrived on time but had to wait 15 minutes for our table, which we did patiently. Instead of expressing gratitude for our patience, we encountered a rude situation when the receptionist approached my son and told him he was not allowed in the restaurant because he was wearing joggers. To begin with, he was well-dressed, and there is certainly a more professional way to address patrons, which was completely lacking in this instance. I was shocked and...
During our visit, we sampled a variety of items, including the Paan Martini, Negroni, Mumbai Velvet Martini, Dahi Ke Kebab, Kodi 65, Macchi Tikka, Lamb Chops, Hyderabadi Dum Goat Biryani, Dum Ka Murgh, Phool Makhana Masala, Cheese and Chilli Naan, Laccha Paratha, and the Samudhra Delight Falooda.
If you're seeking an upscale Indian restaurant in New Jersey that features crowd-pleasing dishes and excellent service, look no further than Samudhra. Be sure to make a reservation in advance, as it's highly recommended.
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**Dining Experience**
**Meal Type:** Lunch
**Food Rating:** 5/5
**Service Rating:** 5/5
**Atmosphere Rating:** 5/5
I had a fantastic lunch at this restaurant. The food was exceptional, earning a perfect score of 5. The service was equally impressive, with attentive and friendly staff that made the experience even better. The atmosphere was inviting and pleasant, also deserving a 5 rating. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience!
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I was really looking forward to dining at Samudhra for a special experience since my family enjoys exploring diverse cuisines. We always make sure to dress appropriately when we go out to eat. Unfortunately, after witnessing how the staff treated their customers with such inconsistent and blatant disrespect, I've decided to take my family to another restaurant. This is not the kind of experience I want to share.
Frankly I find it to be average food selling for absurd prices at a nice looking restaurant. They are trying to look like an expensive restaurant with fancy dress code, prices and all. I think the focus on food should be the first priority!!! And then the rest can follow. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Food: 2 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4
- **Meal Type:** Dinner
- **Price per Person:** $50–$100
- **Food Rating:** 5/5
- **Service Rating:** 5/5
- **Atmosphere Rating:** 5/5
- **Recommended Dish:** Goat Biryani
- **Parking:** Plenty of parking available.
I was disappointed to find that they do not allow entry if you're wearing track pants, which was never mentioned beforehand. I will be taking my business elsewhere and definitely won't be returning to this establishment.
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Service: Dine-in
Meal type: Dinner
Price per person: $30–50
Food: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Atmosphere: 5/5
Recommendation for vegetarians: Highly recommend
Vegetarian options: Extensive selection available
Amazing food and amazing people. It’s the best in central jersey area Service: Dine in Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
