Baazi Nyc

“Shady Pricing Practices and Poor Management Overshadow Good Food Our visit to Baazi NYC was a deeply frustrating experience that started with so much promise but ended in a total lack of trust. While the food was objectively good and our server was genuinely nice and kind, the evening was completely spoiled when the check arrived. We discovered significant overcharges: the Paneer Sabzi was billed at $22 despite being listed as $18 on both the menu and their website, and the Dal was charged at $20 instead of the advertised $13. When we inquired, the owner dismissively explained that their POS system had been updated even if the menus hadn't. Rather than apologizing for the lack of transparency, he claimed their "regular" customers already knew about the price hikes, making us feel as though it was our mistake for even questioning the discrepancy. Screenshots and receipts attached for review. The situation only worsened when it came time to rectify the bill. While the owner eventually offered to refund the cost of the dal and also waived off egg bhurji charges, the process was a logistical mess. They claimed to have voided the initial transaction and asked us to pay a new, adjusted amount, yet they couldn't produce a void receipt for over half an hour. What should have been a pleasant dinner turned into a stressful ordeal due to these deceptive pricing tactics and the owner's dismissive attitude. I honestly cannot recommend anyone visit this restaurant.”

“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.”

“I went to Baazi with a friend of mine last night. We both got the New Delhi-style butter chicken and mango lassi while splitting garlic naan and rice. It was all delicious. The staff was so friendly and the service was incredibly quick! The ambiance of the restaurant is absolutely beautiful, it's a small but elegant space and they played beautiful smooth jazz music. The food was all reasonably priced. I 10/10 recommend this place for Indian food on the Upper West Side!”