Instead of the lunch buffets, come in for a great lunch thali.
The neighborhood's first Indian restaurant has quickly become a culinary destination in its own right in Boston's South End.
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Amazing meal. Every dish I had in my family-style meal: butter chicken, coconut chicken curry, palak paneer and malai kofta was tasty and had its own unique flavor. Mela is always delicious, fast, and reliable with good customer service.
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Erich B
3 contributions
Loved
• 4/25/26
• DoorDash order
Tikka Masala was outstanding, medium spice was perfect. Garlic Naan with the right spice .. My new place for Indian food in Boston. Thank you.
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Emily C
Emerging Expert • 12 contributions
Didn't like
• 11/21/21
• DoorDash order
The chicken tikka masala is very obviously not cooked in the sauce, so it doesn't soak up any of the flavor. Very disappointing considering the price tag.
The badami kulfi tasted great but you get maybe 4oz of it for $5?
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Kelly K
5 contributions
Didn't like
• today
• DoorDash order
The coconut chicken curry did not look like the picture on doordash. It was watery, no coconut flavor, and little chicken.
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Sean C
2 contributions
Loved
• 8/28/25
• DoorDash order
Will absolutely be ordering again! The mustard lamb was so flavorful and cooked perfectly. Good char but not burnt. The Butter Chicken was amazing. I went with the medium level spice and it had a little kick but not too much. I don't do well with hot spicy food and it was perfect. Can't wait to try many more dishes from here!
