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Mela Restaurant
- Indian
- Boston, MA
About this business
Editorial fromTableside hot stone cooking is the stock-in-trade of this handsome contemporary Indian eatery on the South End's Restaurant Row. Brought to you by One World Cuisine---which corners the market on upscale subcontinental boites in Boston,…
Location details
578 Tremont St, Boston, MA, 02118, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
With its upscale decor and menu, this South End restaurant takes Indian cuisine to new heights. – 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 feel a bit cramped when packed. Young professionals dine in pairs or small groups, while others wait at the small bar for take-out, a welcome option for a neighborhood that has been long starved for quality Indian fare. Helpful, attentive waite... read more
Excellent Indian food in an charming atmosphere – The food is authentic and tasty, the service attentive and the decor is great. I've been here with groups twice and though the space is a bit small, they always work to accommodate us.
Great food, not so great space. – Really great Indian food, and I love Indian food. Our party had a veggie dish, 2 chicken dishes, and a lamb dish - all excellent. Our problem was the space. They have tried to cram too many tables into a very small space. The gentleman behind me (at a different table) and I kept bumping elbows, friends on the other side of our table had to watch that her hair didn't hang over the table behind her and into their food. It was very uncomfortable. Also adding to the cramped feeling was the fact ... read more
Warm service, great food – A long-overdue addition to the neighborhood. Everyone on the staff, from management to hosts to wait staff, is very friendly, willing to help, and welcoming. The menu has a lot of variety, and the food--including the breads--is delicious with a clean and crisp taste. The lunch buffet is inexpensive, and is a good place for a quick or leisurely meal. It is conducive to business meals as well. At night the atmosphere is festive, without the extent of noise so common in other new restaurants. We had e... read more
Amazing Indian Food!!!! – 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... read more
Beautiful decor, decent food, awful service. – 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. Our waiter barely spoke English and didn't under... read more
Friendly Service, Nicely decorated, Great Location but Average Vegetarian Food – 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.
Best Indian Food – 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.
Friendly Indian Food – 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 ... read more
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How is Mela Restaurant rated?
Mela Restaurant has a 3.8 star rating with 1,012 reviews.
When is Mela Restaurant open?
Mela Restaurant is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m.
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