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Masala Times

4.5 1,611 reviews 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM 194 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012, United States

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Masala Times is an Indian restaurant located at 194 Bleecker St, New York. It offers a menu that blends traditional Indian street food with classic regional dishes. The menu features familiar favorites such as Paneer Tikka Masala Curry Bowls, Chicken Tikka, and Chicken Biryani, alongside street-inspired options like Paav Bhaji and Kathi Rolls. Signature offerings include combo boxes like Paneer Makhni and Saag Paneer, showcasing slow-cooked, vegetarian-friendly preparations with rich, balanced flavors. The atmosphere reflects a casual, approachable dining experience centered on simple, flavorful meals. Complementing the food are beverages like Mango Lassi and Raw Mango Panna, which provide refreshing contrasts to the spiced dishes. Masala Times focuses on delivering a straightforward, authentic taste of Indian cuisine with an emphasis on accessibility and comfort within a neighborhood setting.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Masala Times before visiting.

Reviews for Masala Times

4.5
1,611 reviews
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Review highlights

Based on 1,611 reviews

Masala Times is widely recognized for its authentic and flavorful North Indian cuisine, offering a well-balanced spice profile that appeals to both traditional and adventurous palates. Customers frequently praise the diverse menu, featuring popular street food dishes and hearty meal options, with fresh ingredients and appealing presentation. The restaurant's warm ambiance and attentive, friendly service enhance the overall dining experience. Conveniently located and open late, it serves as a favored spot for casual dining and takeout. Some feedback suggests minor preferences around item preparation, but overall, Masala Times is celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere, quality food, and reliability in meal delivery and takeaway services.

Harsh Patel
Apr 07, 2026

Simply excellent! I got the Pav Bhaji (extra Pav of course!) and Aam Panna. It’s medium spicy to taste with perfect balance of spices! I would ask for extra butter next time and also the bread to be a little less toasted. I like it a little softer. Ralin was amazing! Great customer service and the ambiance was warm! Great date night spot!!

Woodman Taylor
Mar 21, 2026

An excellent place to gorge on South Asian street food while in the Village chasing down Winter Jazz Fest sites! Tasty and authentic crunchy papadi chat - with tasty Chaat - order our or dine in. Next to the LPR club.

Christina Gomes
Mar 10, 2026

The employees were super sweet here! I ordered a chicken tikka platter and my friend ordered a chicken paneer bowl with lentils I believe. Both were well done, I finished my whole plate. As a fellow South Asian, the soundtrack they have is all bangers. Loved the vibes and food it was well rounded :)

Alisha B
Mar 08, 2026

A great place for some great food. Open late which is always a plus. Food is fresh. Love the box it comes with. Got the samosa chaat and saag Chana. Both were great. Got roti and rice with pickled onions. Also came with daal but not sure why I didn’t like this daal. Seemed watered down but it came with it so I wasn’t bothered. Definitely the saag Chana was a hit. Will be coming back.

Tariq Syed
Feb 12, 2026

My family and I tried their Biryani that was very delicious. The spice level was perfect for us but definitely on the spicy side for most Americans. The restaurant staff were friendly and the service was fast.

PriyankaS VE
Feb 07, 2026

Went with my husband and daughter. The food was amazing. My daughter loved their Shrimp combo...the staff is super friendly.

Bryson Wolfe
Feb 01, 2026

Amazing food and service! The Chicken Tikka Masala and the Samosa Paav is delicious, with great flavor and spice. We will definitely be back.

Anna H
Jan 10, 2026

Omg I loved this place. So cute and trendy and clean inside. The sweetest staff ever. So patient explaining everything they have. We got thumbs up soda which is an indian coke and the best mango lassi in nyc. Thick and sweet n tasty. I will say all the sauces were fantastic. The vada paav sandwich came with 2. The bread toasted and vegetarian potato patties were outstanding. Get the sauces and pour it on. Epic food. The spicy paneer bhurji roll outstanding. Tasty with the fresh green sauce. The Kathi bread phenomenal. Every is made to order and quality. Every ingredient and texture is tasted. The shrimp tikka masala box 10 out of 10. I ordered with the bread roll, rice and onions. Huge portions here. The shrimp fresh and sauce was buttery n sweet. The chicken seekh kebab was outrageous in every good way. Huge, fresh and flavorful. I saw them making it in the back. That came with a light green sauce rice and bread too. Yummy. So much heart and quality in every bite. Will definitely be ordering to go and or deliver but I’d come in again. They are open late. Ten out of ten! Not greasy or salty. Just perfect.

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Quick info

Address
194 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012, United States
Price range
$10–20
Category
Indian restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday (Today) 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
  • Tuesday 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 04:00 AM
  • Thursday 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 04:00 AM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 04:00 AM
  • Sunday 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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