I've been to many Indian restaurants, with a range of experiences. Mint often gets bought up as an excellent place to enjoy Indian food, but sadly it's not up to par.
My family and I were in the mood to get Indian food, and figured a Monday evening would be perfect because the restaurant would not be crowded. We were seated immediately, and that was the extent of the rush.
It took 20 minutes for a waiter to ask for our order, in an empty restaurant. Not sure what the guys were doing, no sports on the TV. Maybe they didn't consider us valuable customers?
Apparently Mint is only Indian restaurant in NY/NJ which does not offer papad for the table unless you specifically ask. We sat for 45 minutes waiting for our food, and it took one of our group to inquire where our food was to get a plate of papad.
On the topic of food, this is the first restaurant I've been to which does not offer rice with their entrees. I'm not sure if there is a basmati shortage but $6 for a small portion is unacceptable.
It isn't a saving grace but the food was OK, nothing extreme but good enough to enjoy. Waiting almost an hour for our meal definitely was not worth it, not in an empty restaurant.
Final mention to mandatory 18% gratuity for parties of 6 and up.
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