Maharaja Sweets — Restaurant in New York

My knowledge of Indian sweets was limited to gulab jamun and other desserts like ras malai or rice kheer, so Maharaja Sweets & Snacks has been on my go-to list for a while. I was amazed (and slightly overwhelmed) by all the options.

The desserts are all colorful, coming in a variety of small, bite-sized shapes. I didn’t know so many came decked out in silver foil, but it felt so fairytale-like. An older gentleman noticed me struggling to figure out what sweets to try and laughed, only adding that he too felt like that on his visits to this place.

All in all, I paid around $20 for 18 different sweets. I figured I would get some sweets from one section of the store and work my way around in subsequent visits to the area. =) Although they’re quite small, each of them pack quite a lot of flavor and sweetness, so I imagine one is more than enough for dessert after a meal.

Personal favorites: **kheer mohan (brown oval—creamy and decadent), anarkali (small white mountain with red on top), khadam kheer (silver foil ball with almond on top with a surprise filling), and gajar pak (brown square—tastes like smoky carrot cake)

-- Description corresponding to the photo of Indian sweets I got: 1st row, from left to right: gajar pak (brown square), shari ladoo (light orange ball), kesar pista sandesh (white cylinder with yellow in middle), khadam kheer (silver foil ball with almond on top), badam peda (silver foil rectangle), cream roll (white oval with orange x-marks on top)

2nd row: coconut burfi (green square), rose bahaar (silver foil square with pink in middle), kesar ladoo (orange ball), malai sandesh (white square with faded orange dot in middle), kheer mohan (brown oval), anarkali (small white mountain with red on top)

3rd row: moti pak (orange square), anjeer burfi (looked and tasted like traditional fruitcake), kaju kamal (green ball with silver foil), special sandesh (white ball), bengali champ (yellow oval with silver foil), pakiza (white oval with foil...

Located in the heart of Jackson Heights, Maharaja Sweets is a vibrant spot for authentic Indian sweets and snacks. The moment you step inside, the aroma of fresh jalebis, samosas, and rich curries fills the air. It’s a modest but clean place, with a display counter full of colorful, traditional sweets like gulab jamun, rasgulla, kajukatli, and motichoor ladoos that instantly take you back to the streets of India.

Their chaat items are a must-try—crisp, tangy, and full of flavor. I tried the pani puri and aloo tikki chaat, both of which were fresh and satisfying. The masala chai is also well-balanced and served hot, perfect for a quick tea break.

Service is quick and friendly. Prices are reasonable, especially considering the portion sizes. It’s popular with both local South Asians and anyone craving Indian street food and desserts.

While the seating is limited and basic, it’s more of a grab-and-go or quick-stop type of place. For festivals or special occasions, their assorted sweet boxes are beautifully packed and well received.

If you’re in Jackson Heights and want a taste of authentic Indian flavors, Maharaja Sweets is...

Should get Zero star . I have been going this place last Ten years! Used to be so so busy because of their sweet taste! There were always 20/25 people on the line in that small store ! No matter what day … always people lined up for delicious sweets ! But no more that picture ! Unfortunately they are losing business because of their service, high price and food quality! First of all service is very very poor . Ladies there all are busy in their own gossip ! Don’t bitter about customers lined up ! They are gossiping. Then super slow . Each of them takes long time to get one box sweet . Second the food quality. Now a days it’s are old sweets they are selling . Days after days sweets are laying there and some tastes are sour totally rotten ! They are selling those rotten sweets . You can see even color changes of sweets ! Number three : high price . They wanted to compare with current economy and market rates , so that they increase the price and for that they are losing customers . Should not do that . Dear owner please check your food quality and price and over all your...