October 2003 - Food And Tavel Magazine - New Jersey
"The "fabulous" lunch buffet "bargain" and "informative" service featured at this pair of "cheerful" Indian resturants in Fort Lee and Bergenfield provide a "great" introduction to one of the ancient cuisines of the Subcontinent; the dishes on the "varied" dinner menu are "consistently well prepared", making it a "wonderful" option."

May 2003 - Delicious Magazine - New Jersey
"Walking in off the street at the sophisticated intimacy will embrace you and the traditional Indian cuisine will revive even the most jaded taste buds..."

January 2003 - Metro Magazine - New York
"Step out of Jersey and into West Asia" at this "cozy spot" with "good vibes" that's "not far from" the NYC;, it offers "well-prepared, distinctive" Indian fare made by a chef who's "not afraid to use spices", and "you can't beat" the "deal" "$10.95 lunch buffet"; insider tip: "sit on the booths to feel like a Maharani."

September 2002 - Viva - Bergen County - New Jersey
An "unusual restaurant" "in an unexpected location", this "engaging" Bergen restaurant has two locations and is "the place to go" for "quality", "creative dishes" that are "tasty" and "reasonably priced"; there's "wonderful variety on the à la carte menu", and "excellent lunches" while "awesome weekend buffet brunches" are also an option, all with "solicitous service" from a "courteous staff" that adds to the "soothing atmosphere" of its "relatively ordinary storefront" setting.

June 2002 - Zagat Survey - New York
"Indian gem with creative, unusual choices", an "incredibly huge lunchtime buffet", "attentive" and "gracious service" from a "friendly", prompt and helpful" staff and "fancy decor that raises one's expectations"; enthusiasts tout it as "the place in Bergen County" for "authentic" subcontinental cuisine, suggesting you "book your travel to India now."

March 2002 - Star Ledger - Northern New Jersey
The "best Indian around" is how locals describe this "solid" spot known for "amazing food (at reasonable prices)" from a "menu containing both traditional elements and inventive variations"; "service is attentive", the "elaborate setting" is "clean and colorful".

December 2001 - India Abroad - United States
Supporters say the state of New Jersey "can use more places like this "gem" in Fort Lee offering "generous" portions of "outstanding Indian cuisine", which are "served by an enthusiastic staff" in "spacious, open" digs where you can "reserve a big table and gather friends and family"; the mood is "friendly" and the "price is right", so it's "no wonder it's always crowded."

August 2001 - Bergen Record - Bergen County, New Jersey
Though they're "always reliable for dinner", "lines form early and people arrive steadily for the aromatic, visually appealing and satisfying" lunch buffets (priced at $10.95); locals see as a "welcome alternative to the plethora of Italian and French choices"; the Fort Lee location has a full bar, while the Bergenfield branch is BYO

February 2001 - Jewish Standard - New Jersey
It's not so "unbelievable that a restaurant of NYC caliber is in New Jersey" when you consider that Maharani has been raising the bar for almost 2 decades" at this service bar location, "growing some of the herbs and vegetables" they "deliver inventive", "spectacular Indian fare that's "outstandingly served in a warm setting"