Royal Spice — Restaurant in Longmeadow

Sunday lunch buffet. The staff was cheerful, polite and attentive. The restaurant, bathroom etc. is very clean and tidy, the decor is in great taste and seems “modern”. They played very enjoyable “modern Indian music”, I’m a fan of classical Indian music (Ravi Shankar etc.), but it was nice to hear what’s more modern, what they think is good, and it was. I love the mural on the wall!

As an American who grew up with an Indian neighbor, I’ve been spoiled with this great culinary tradition for most of my life. I also worked in various parts of India as an adult. I’m not any type of authority in the tradition, but I know when I like or dislike any respective style. Royal Spice’s variety, presentation and execution of S. Indian food is exceptional.

Their style is mostly, to me at least seems to resemble the styles I’ve had in Cochin, Chennai, Visakathapatnam, etc. The taste is true, authentic, subtle/nuanced and memorable. This restaurant would fit in well in a fine hotel in India, or anywhere in the world. It is quite a treat to have such a wonderful option to eat this great food right here in Massachusetts.

Kudos to the owner, chef and staff. This is an exceptional experience, and feel lucky to have been able to eat here…FYI, I’m from Houston, where we too have many great Indian restaurants, however the style there, and elsewhere in the USA the I’ve visited, is predominantly Punjabi (or maybe Hyderabad or Muglai), which I very much like as well.

In summary, WELL DONE Royal Spice, excellent experience, kana swadish hei…bahut...

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A hidden gem, this place is—strong in the ways of flavor and hospitality. I ordered the Paneer Kurcha with medium spice, and the balance was as precise as a lightsaber crystal—just enough heat to awaken the senses, but never overpowering. Each bite was packed with rich, bold flavor that lingered longer than a Jedi in meditation.

The Cheese Naan was everything a carb-lover could dream of—soft, warm, and generously filled with gooey, melty cheese. The Vegetable Samosas were golden and crisp on the outside, savory and seasoned within—a perfect start to the journey. And the Julab Jamun? Sweet Force be praised. Warm, syrupy, and tender… it was like dessert straight from the Jedi Temple kitchen archives.

Portion sizes were generous—clearly meant to satisfy both the hungry traveler and the wise one who saves some for later. There were plenty of leftovers, and trust me, the Force was still strong with them the next day.

What truly elevated the experience was the staff. Attentive and kind, they guided my choices with excellent recommendations—no Jedi mind tricks needed. You could tell they cared about the food and the experience, not just the transaction.

Whether you're on a quest for bold flavors, seeking balance through spice, or just in need of a comforting meal, this spot is a must-visit. 10 out of 5 stars—yes, I break the scale, because the food shattered expectations....

Edited following take out order: Having eaten here quite a few times now I can say the food in-restaurant is good. Not as great as it was the first experience when they were relatively new but still good. Carry out, however, was disappointing. A dish I’ve had every single time (samosa chaat) was prepared without the yogurt. When we called the restaurant they tried to claim it was mixed in because it would stick to the lid. If this were the case, serve it on the side! There was no yogurt to be found, in the dish or otherwise. I’ve had it enough times to be able to tell the difference. Had they simply apologized or offered to provide some there wouldn’t be an issue but, instead, he told me I was wrong. Won’t bother with take out again. Great first experience at Royal Spice. We went in for lunch, initially planning to have the buffet. We ended up ordering off the menu. We started with the samosa chaat which was delicious and perfectly sized for 3 (women) to share, along with the complimentary papad. For our main courses we had chicken tikka masala (as another reviewer mentioned, this wasn’t super flavorful and tasted a lot like chicken in tomato soup so won’t get that again) and lamb korma with the...