Mela Indian Restaurant

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578 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02118

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(617) 859-4805
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Pros: * Food was tasty * Portions were well sized Cons: * Delivery took about an hour and half (ordered at about 7:10 and got our food by 8:35) * Did not mention that all the...

Amazing Indian Food!!!! 2/18/2007

The place is wonderful! The wait-staff are attentive and friendly. The food is simply delicious. I was so impressed with the dinner that I returned for the lunch buffet - SUPERB! The food is as authentic as you can get. Not greasy, not gross - but heavenly Indian cuisine. The dal is amazing, as are the lassi and tandoori dishes. We tried the mixed tandoori grill - wow! Succulent shrimp, lamb and salmon all grilled to perfection! The garlic naan is the best we have tasted. Rich and flaky with just an amazing amount of garlic! Finger licking goodness! Pros: Great Food! Cons: No parking! more

Beautiful decor, decent food, awful service. 2/9/2007

As an american-born south-asian I have yet to find an indian restaurant in Boston that holds a candle to the authentic cuisine of my mother's kitchen. I thought Mela might offer a bright light of hope. Whatever light it held was extinguished immediately. The decor is beautiful but the arabic music bothered me. Why wouldn't you play indian music in an indian restaurant??? However, the music didn't sour our trip. It was the service. Pros: Good indian food and decor Cons: Trying to pass off arabic music as indian, service, fusion food more

Friendly Service, Nicely decorated, Great Location but Average Vegetarian Food 2/8/2007

I compliment the decor and the service is wonderful. If you want the best Indian vegetarian food however, Mela has some work to do. Given all the fine attributes and high price point expectations are high however....the black dal has no taste and the curries are bland. If Mela brings in a decent chef the place has all the attributes to be sucessful. Pros: Great service Cons: Average food, high price more

Best Indian Food 2/3/2007

When it comes to Indian food outside of the home Mela is the best I've had to date. J.A.M. and I went on a busy Friday night, waiting about 50 minutes for our table. We both thought the wait was worth it. Our appetizers and entrees were flavorable without being overwhelmening. The food came out quickly too. I loved the decor, and our server was polished, extremely polite and attentive. The only bad thing about the night was that I forgot to take my leftovers when leaving. Pros: Food, Hip, Fun Cons: Wait time for a table more

Friendly Indian Food 1/28/2007

Mela ranks high on my list of South-end favorites after only one visit. The wait staff was prompt and friendly. Upon walking in, I was encouraged to see that about 30% of the patrons were themselves Indian - a good sign of the authenticity of the food. The wait wasn't too bad on a Friday, but I'm guessing that as this place becomes discovered, that will change. They also do carry out, which we intend to try at some point. The prices are a little higher than you'd expect, but it's on Tremont St and the food is worth the price. Pros: Terrific food and tasteful decor Cons: Parking more
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  • The Scene
    Mela's gauzy red curtains, copper wall-coverings and low lighting defy traditional Indian restaurant decor, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere. Tight quarters can make the room...

  • 5/10/2007 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Neighborhoods: South End, Shawmut
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