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Essence of Kesar is more than just a restaurant; it’s a place where the rich flavors of India meet the innovation of the modern culinary world. It’s an ideal venue for a romantic dinner, a family gathering, or a special celebration. Here, every meal is an occasion, and every visitor is treated to an extraordinary journey of taste, tradition, and innovation. Welcome to Essence of Kesar – where the essence of India is served with a modern twist.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 34 E Palisade Ave, Englewood, NJ 07631
Phone: (201) 300-0331
Website: https://essenceofkesar.com/
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Reservations – Essence Of Kesar
Essence of Kesar provide 15 Minutes grace period for each reservation and 90 mins allocated for each table.
Reviews
Chandra Pitamber
Essence of Kesar is a really great spot that delivers on all the right things. The ambiance is comfortable, welcoming, and nicely done—nothing over the top, just a pleasant space where you can truly enjoy your meal.
The food is very good, flavorful, and satisfying, with clear attention to quality and consistency. It’s the kind of place you leave happy and already thinking about what you’ll order next time.
The staff is attentive and friendly, and the service makes the experience even better. A big shoutout to Prashant, who truly went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of. His effort and genuine hospitality did not go unnoticed.
Overall, Essence of Kesar is a solid go-to spot with good food, great service, and a welcoming vibe—definitely worth bragging about and recommending to others.
… moreThe food is very good, flavorful, and satisfying, with clear attention to quality and consistency. It’s the kind of place you leave happy and already thinking about what you’ll order next time.
The staff is attentive and friendly, and the service makes the experience even better. A big shoutout to Prashant, who truly went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of. His effort and genuine hospitality did not go unnoticed.
Overall, Essence of Kesar is a solid go-to spot with good food, great service, and a welcoming vibe—definitely worth bragging about and recommending to others.
Karan Maniar
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Fantastic vegetarian experience with some truly unique dishes.
Starters:
• Palak Patta Chaat (9/10): Perfectly crispy with a well-balanced yogurt sauce. Light, crunchy, and very satisfying.
• Dahi Ke Kabab (9/10): Soft and well-cooked kababs paired with an interesting combination of tamarind and Schezwan sauces. The kababs could use a touch more seasoning, but overall very enjoyable.
• Paneer Makhni Bao Bun (9/10): A standout fusion dish. The paneer makhni works beautifully in a bao bun, and it’s rare to find something like this in New Jersey.
Mains:
• Paneer Lasagna (10/10): A very creative and well-executed twist with a rich, flavorful sauce.
• Kesar Malai Kofta (100/10 – MUST ORDER): Absolutely outstanding and the highlight of the meal. The koftas are filled with dry fruits, and you can genuinely taste the saffron in the sauce. This dish is non-negotiable — highly recommended.
Dessert:
• Taro Ras Malai (10/10): A unique fusion of Japanese taro milk tea flavors with classic Indian ras malai. Something you won’t find elsewhere in Jersey and a perfect ending to the meal.
Final thoughts:
The presentation across all dishes is stunning, and portion sizes are very generous for the quality and creativity offered. This place does an excellent job blending traditional Indian flavors with modern, innovative twists. Strongly recommend for vegetarians looking for something special. Will definitely be returning.
… moreFantastic vegetarian experience with some truly unique dishes.
Starters:
• Palak Patta Chaat (9/10): Perfectly crispy with a well-balanced yogurt sauce. Light, crunchy, and very satisfying.
• Dahi Ke Kabab (9/10): Soft and well-cooked kababs paired with an interesting combination of tamarind and Schezwan sauces. The kababs could use a touch more seasoning, but overall very enjoyable.
• Paneer Makhni Bao Bun (9/10): A standout fusion dish. The paneer makhni works beautifully in a bao bun, and it’s rare to find something like this in New Jersey.
Mains:
• Paneer Lasagna (10/10): A very creative and well-executed twist with a rich, flavorful sauce.
• Kesar Malai Kofta (100/10 – MUST ORDER): Absolutely outstanding and the highlight of the meal. The koftas are filled with dry fruits, and you can genuinely taste the saffron in the sauce. This dish is non-negotiable — highly recommended.
Dessert:
• Taro Ras Malai (10/10): A unique fusion of Japanese taro milk tea flavors with classic Indian ras malai. Something you won’t find elsewhere in Jersey and a perfect ending to the meal.
Final thoughts:
The presentation across all dishes is stunning, and portion sizes are very generous for the quality and creativity offered. This place does an excellent job blending traditional Indian flavors with modern, innovative twists. Strongly recommend for vegetarians looking for something special. Will definitely be returning.
Dilip Surendran
Essence of Kesar offers an elegant, welcoming ambiance—perfect for refined family gatherings or dining with friends. The food is exceptional – the kale and spinach chaat is crisp, flavorful, and refreshingly light; tandoori veg momos are beautifully executed; and the goat chops, saffron-infused malai chicken, and lamb/chicken nihari are standouts, with the nihari slow-cooked to perfection and falling off the bone! All of the above with exceptional service! Staff is very attentive and make you feel comfortable.
Ideal for group dining to experience a variety of dishes. Do not miss dessert—the Chandni Chowk–style rabdi jalebi and kulfi are a superb finish. Convenient street and free public parking available. Highly recommended. Will definitely visit again!
… moreIdeal for group dining to experience a variety of dishes. Do not miss dessert—the Chandni Chowk–style rabdi jalebi and kulfi are a superb finish. Convenient street and free public parking available. Highly recommended. Will definitely visit again!
Mohit Unecha
Amazing food and absolutely worth the wait!
Sumit and Hanuman were truly incredible — some of the best people I’ve ever interacted with. Their service, warmth, and energy made the entire experience even better.
And the food? Honestly, it can’t even be described in words. That’s how good it was. Every dish had its own flavor profile, and the variety was unreal — from rich, perfectly balanced spices to dishes that felt straight-up comforting and homestyle. You can taste the freshness, the care, and the tradition in every bite.
… moreSumit and Hanuman were truly incredible — some of the best people I’ve ever interacted with. Their service, warmth, and energy made the entire experience even better.
And the food? Honestly, it can’t even be described in words. That’s how good it was. Every dish had its own flavor profile, and the variety was unreal — from rich, perfectly balanced spices to dishes that felt straight-up comforting and homestyle. You can taste the freshness, the care, and the tradition in every bite.
Richa Doshi
Amazing experience at Essence of Kesar! The food was beautifully presented and full of vibrant flavors. The chaat was fresh and layered with great textures, the Kebab-wrapped appetizer was crispy and unique.
We had Kesar special Malai Kofta, chilli garlic naan- mouthwatering! and and the Trio Kulfi plate was the perfect sweet finish.
Creative dishes, great quality, and overall a memorable meal. Highly recommend!
… moreWe had Kesar special Malai Kofta, chilli garlic naan- mouthwatering! and and the Trio Kulfi plate was the perfect sweet finish.
Creative dishes, great quality, and overall a memorable meal. Highly recommend!
Benjamin Jeong
Amazing food. The bamboo chicken was very good and the experience was very cool. The mango lassi was a unique first time taste, but very good. Butter chicken was also amazing, especially paired with the naan. I highly recommend. Prashant was an amazing server.
… moreSuhita
This place has been on my radar since I moved to the area, and I finally made it there for dinner. It did not disappoint! We got the mutton kakori kebab, amritsari kulcha, matka chicken and the malai kofta. Everything we ordered had a unique flavor profile, and delicious. Would definitely visit again.
… moreAnkit gupta
Essence of Kesar is such a beautiful and well-organized place. The ambiance was warm, the staff were really attentive, and the service was quick — which made the whole experience even better.
We tried the dosa balls, and they were amazing — super tasty and quite filling. The dahi kebab was honestly the best we’ve had anywhere. For the main course, the methi malai mattar was our favorite — rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The prices were a bit on the higher side, but it felt completely worth it for the quality and experience.
… moreWe tried the dosa balls, and they were amazing — super tasty and quite filling. The dahi kebab was honestly the best we’ve had anywhere. For the main course, the methi malai mattar was our favorite — rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The prices were a bit on the higher side, but it felt completely worth it for the quality and experience.
Prateek Parwani
Ordered the cauliflower and Kerala fried chicken which was real good , the chicken was cooked perfectly. The lamb chop was so good it was captured by my stomach before my camera could get to it. Had the lobster moilee paired with saffron rice which was the perfect combination, just what I needed today.
… moresavneet kaur
The best Indian food in the area. Every dish we tried was phenomenal, did not miss on the presentation or taste at all! The chef truly knows what he’s doing. This is a must visit!!
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