Passage To India - Salem

The food at this restaurant was fantastic, with a cozy and warm atmosphere. Unlike other restaurants in Salem, there were no long lines or wait times, especially during October. The service was quick and welcoming, with all staff members in the dining area ready to assist with orders. They have a nice selection of wines and vegetarian options available. I ordered the aloo gobi with a side of garlic naan and rice pudding for dessert. This restaurant is definitely a hidden gem in Salem and I would highly recommend it. You don't need to look any further for a great dining experience.

Literally the best dining experience I've had in a super long time! Super great service, very fast, really sweet and attentive servers, brought us extra of their delicious chutneys, knowledgeable about dietary restrictions, came back to check if thingswere spicy enough. Great drinks, too. Martinis were perfect. And the food was top notch, 10/10, I wish I could eat it every dayof my life.

You can smell the toasting spices in the neighborhood...just follow your nose to tasty, aromatic Indian food. Consistently delish. Friendly staff. Luv the bartender, great Cosmo's!

I ordered a lamb biryani and a lamb kabob. The kabob was fresh, juicy, and delicious. However, the biryani was not what I expected at all. I was surprised to find bell peppers, green peas, and mushrooms in it. I requested it to be extra spicy, but it lacked any spice and flavor. Additionally, the portion size was smaller compared to other places and the box was not filled properly. I was very disappointed with the biryani. If you are looking for authentic biryani, this is not the place to go.

I ordered the chicken biryani and was disappointed to find that it lacked flavor. It seemed like they simply mixed plain boiled rice with some curry and passed it off as biryani. The chicken pieces were bland and lacked any seasoning, with only the outer coating being yellow in color. The rice was undercooked. Thankfully, it was served with yogurt (raita) which added some much-needed taste to the dish.