Snehal

Staff is very friendly and welcoming. We had food while our way back from Vermont to New Haven. Food was delicious.

+6

cattleprods911

Sunday buffet, the restaurant had a large number of customers (1 PM) when I visited. The food was excellent, authentic taste in the Northern (mostly) India style. Spices are balanced, flavors are nuanced, subtle and distinct. The restaurant staff are very friendly and attentive. The building is very picturesque. Very wide selection some of the most popular Indian culinary dishes, chutneys, desserts, etc. Overall, a very good value. I worked in India for a few months, this restaurant would do as well there as it seems to be doing here in CT, the style is very well represented. Highly recommended, kudos to the staff.

+11

Ziyi Gao

Haveli India in Middletown, CT, is hands down one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had! The food is absolutely fantastic—authentic, flavorful, and made with such care. The service goes far beyond 5 stars; every visit feels like being welcomed into a family. The staff is incredibly warm, attentive, and genuinely makes you feel at home. I’ve been here multiple times, and each visit is better than the last. This is my go-to spot for amazing Indian cuisine, and I’ll definitely keep coming back. Highly recommend!

+2

Nana

Where do I start? The restaurant is both casual and neat, making it safe to dress up or dress decent and casual. There’s soft Indian music that plays in the background that’s not too loud but just the right volume. The inside is very clean, very neat, unlike other restaurants around Middletown I’ve been to. Clean tables, floor, and bathroom which are all good signs. The art on the walls and the dark lighting setting make it great for families, dates, and warmful friends. It feels so cultured. The atmosphere feels like family. Some foods ordered are served out in pots and makes you feel like you get a homelike experience. The food was phenomenal. It was better than expected. Tender season chicken. Thick warm naan. The sauce was amazing. And every meal was filling. It will get you full fast! The food is absolutely worth the price. I was cautious of Indian food but was surprised to learn there are many different flavors and the menu is high variety. The dishes also come out fast. The staff are welcoming and generous. They often check up to make sure everything is to your liking. You can reserve table to eat with the family. They will also sing you happy birthday or host catering. Its not too crowded to enjoy a meal. It was indeed a learning experience. It’s also good to support local businesses and family owned restaurants such as this. I loved it and I will be coming back soon!

N CHOU

The weekend lunch buffet is cheap compared to other places. The tandoori chicken is good; it’s not very juicy, but the flavor is good with a strong charred smell. The rest of the dishes are okay. If you live nearby, it’s a good option, but if you need to drive over 30 minutes like me, then it’s not worth it.

Sonii B

We stopped here on our way from Massachusetts, it’s not too far from the highway. It’s a charming spot, I would definitely return if I lived closer. The food was good ( a couple of dishes were a little salty, so make note of that). We heard another customer mention this to the waiter as well. The portions are ample and the space was clean. We were treated kindly. Thank you.

+11

Sam Thomas

Truly an experience of its own. Going from never tying any Indian food to eating it 4-6 times a month says something. Service and dining in is top notch, very clean and the staff is so helpful and friendly. The depth and flavor of the food is beyond comparison to many dishes available today. My go to dish will always be a lamb samosa, butter chicken ( with a side of rice ) and the garlic naan. So far all the naan I’ve had here is the best in the state. Will be returning again for buffet. . PS

+4

Jorge Jorge

This was my first visit to Haveli India & it was pleasant. The staff was nice, the venue was clean and spacious. The food was hot & fresh. The portion size is also very good for an takeout order. Enough to feed 2

+4

From the moment we walked in, we felt like regulars—even though it was our very first visit. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, offering prompt service with genuine smiles and thoughtful attention throughout our meal. The buffet was very reasonably priced, and the menu was clear and easy to navigate, making the whole experience effortless and enjoyable. Our first visit turned out to be a truly fun and outstanding experience, and we can’t wait to come back!

Shawshank Redemption

​If you're looking for authentic Indian flavors in a welcoming atmosphere around Middletown, New Haven and Durham area, Haveli India is a fantastic choice. Here is a breakdown of why it’s worth a visit: ​The Weekend Buffet ​The highlight for many is their Weekend Buffet, served Friday through Sunday from 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM. It’s a great way to sample a variety of dishes, from classic curries to fresh naan, all at a great value. ​Perfect for Groups & Events ​Haveli is exceptionally well-suited for gatherings of all sizes: ​Small to Mid-Sized Groups: The main dining area easily accommodates parties of 5 to 20 people without feeling cramped. ​Large Celebrations: They feature a separate banquet hall, making it a premier local spot for weddings, corporate events, or large family reunions. ​Atmosphere & Service ​Food: Consistently high-quality with authentic spices. ​Ambience: The background music adds a nice cultural touch without being overbearing, creating a relaxed dining environment. ​Staff: The hotel and restaurant staff are professional, attentive, and welcoming. ​Verdict: Whether you’re stopping in for a quick lunch buffet or planning a large milestone event, Haveli India offers the space and the flavor to make it a success.

+29

Hassan Chehab

Perfectly serviceable small town Indian food. A CT small town 10, but a big city 5. I liked that they provided many sauces as that added a lot more flavor. Overall though they play it very safe with the spices added to the meals.

Prabhakar Gantasala Venugopal

Food could be better... service was okay...place looks interesting

+12

This is not what good Indian food is like. It tastes as if cooked from frozen. There’s no flavor. The staff was nice, but they’re extra nice to non-Indian people. If you want good Indian food, please don’t go here.

I’m really disappointed with my recent visit. This place used to be good, but not anymore. The Haveli platter was the worst dish we tried — the taste and quality were very poor. On top of that, the service was not good at all and the staff didn’t seem attentive. Overall, not a good place to go anymore. Definitely not the experience it used to be.

Ordered Hakka noddles for toddlers asked for no spice. It was spicy and they argued that it was very mild. Toddlers don’t tolerate 3 tablespoons of black pepper in food

Afraj Morshed

I usually don’t write reviews, but my experience at Haveli was so appalling that I feel compelled to warn others. I came in later in the evening after calling ahead to confirm that dining in was allowed. The person on the phone assured me it was fine — yet when we arrived, we were met with the most unwelcoming attitude I’ve ever encountered at a restaurant. The waitress, instead of greeting us politely, immediately began rushing and scolding us. Her exact words included, “Why did you come so late?” and “It’s our cleaning time — order quickly.” Not only was this unprofessional, it was downright rude. If the kitchen was closing soon, they could have easily mentioned that over the phone instead of making us feel like an inconvenience for showing up. We weren’t looking for special treatment, just basic courtesy and respect — both of which were completely absent. Then came the food, which somehow managed to be even worse than the service. The garlic naan had a pungent, unpleasant odor — it genuinely smelled spoiled or improperly stored. The butter chicken was swimming in excessive ghee, making it unbearably greasy and heavy. And the vindaloo? A disaster. The spices were completely off — bitter, unbalanced, and nothing close to authentic. It felt like someone tossed random ingredients together without understanding the dish. As someone from South Asia who grew up surrounded by real Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine, I can confidently say this was not representative of our food or culture. The flavors were wrong, the texture was off, and the presentation looked careless. Even the aroma — which should be the soul of an Indian meal — was missing. Haveli tries to pass itself off as an authentic Indian restaurant, but in truth, it feels like a half-hearted imitation run by people who have either lost touch with what Indian cuisine actually is or simply don’t care. The name Haveli should represent warmth, hospitality, and a sense of home. Instead, this place delivered cold service, oily food, and an overall experience that bordered on disrespectful. By the end of the night, I genuinely felt embarrassed that I had brought friends here. What was supposed to be a pleasant dinner turned into an exercise in frustration. We left most of the food untouched, and even then, the staff seemed irritated that we were still sitting at the table. To put it bluntly, Haveli is one of the worst so-called “Indian restaurants” I’ve ever been to — and I say that as someone who takes pride in my heritage and has eaten at countless South Asian establishments across the U.S. This was not just a bad meal; it was a complete failure of hospitality and culinary standards. Save your money and go literally anywhere else. There are plenty of places that serve real, heartfelt Indian food with dignity and respect. Haveli is not one of them.

Deepthi Herga

I don't know where to begin because this was NOT a good experience for us. We went there for dinner and ordered several items. We were served the complimentary papad (which was good), ordered mango lassi (good), salt lassi (okay) and chai (good). The gobhi manchurian was what spoiled the experience beyond repair. We are vegetarians and my daughter found a chicken piece in it. She lost her appetite and could not eat anything else. The server said a very half-hearted sorry and basically nothing else. We didn't make a fuss about it, but it soured the customer experience for us - I don't even know what they could have done to make it right. But my point is that they didn't even try - which shows how much they care. And this also shows that they don't really make the effort to keep things separate for vegetarians. We had the garlic naan (very thick, felt uncooked), kadai paneer (very so-so) and Momos (it was not very good, but okayish). WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO VEGETARIANS.