Taj Crown of India Offers Authentic Indian Cuisine at Old Curry Club Spot in Setauket
Taj Crown of India, opened last year in the old Curry Club spot in East Setauket. The restaurant is owned and operated by the Kumar family, who have been in the restaurant business for over 20 years.
The menu at Taj Crown of India features a wide variety of authentic Indian dishes, including tandoori chicken, lamb korma, and chicken tikka masala. The restaurant also offers a lunch buffet with many different dishes to choose from.
In addition to its delicious food, Taj Crown of India also offers a beautiful and inviting dining atmosphere. The restaurant has a large dining room, as well as a private dining room that can accommodate up to 40 people.
Taj Crown of India is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal with friends and family. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week.
About the Kumar Family
The Kumar family has been in the restaurant business for over 20 years. The family’s patriarch, Ramesh “Kaka Ji” Kumar, is a renowned chef who has cooked in some of the finest restaurants in India.His children, Nisha Sachdeva, Dr. Neeru Kumar and Bobby Kumar, are passionate about bringing authentic Indian cuisine to the area.
They believe that food is a way to bring people together and that sharing a meal is one of the most enjoyable things you can do with friends and family.
The Menu
The menu at Taj Crown of India features a wide variety of Indian dishes, including tandoori chicken, lamb korma, and chicken tikka masala. The restaurant also offers a lunch buffet with many different dishes to choose from – more than most Indian buffets.
Taj has five chefs preparing meals in the kitchen.Two curry chefs, one tandoor chef, one appetizer chef and one dessert chef.
Whereas before the old restaurant in that spot had an Indian-fusion concept, Taj promises to be more authentic.
Dr. Kumar, who went to university in the area, said he had to travel to get the type of Indian food they serve when he was in school.
“I used to starve for Indian food,” he said.
They also want to ensure that the non-Indian population gets a great experience with authentic Indian food, saying that if people start with the right dishes they will love it. The first time they have it will make or break the experience.
“India has so many flavors,” said Bobby Kumar. “We’re bringing that flavor here to this community.”
“We wanted to make sure people out here enjoy it,” added Nisha.
The Reviews
On Yelp, Russ D. gave them five stars.
“Both the food and people were outstanding,” he said. “Great service, extensive menu. Highly recommend.”
Tara K. agreed.
“Everyone we came in contact with was so nice and friendly, really made you feel welcome,” she wrote. “We had to try a little bit of everything. We ordered the Garlic Shrimp, Lamb Chops, Mixed Grill, Chicken Saag. Lamb Curry and Massala Fries. Dish after dish that came out was amazing! The service was also excellent. They have a lunch buffet 7 days a week that we can’t wait to try!!”
Location: 10 Woods Corner Rd, Setauket, (516) 902-8295.
