Moringa Indian Curry House | Authentic Indian Restaurant in Old Tappan Rd, Tappan — Restaurant in Town of Orangetown

A different experience than others have shared, with some contrasting details worth sharing.

My wife and I arrived around 5:30 PM on Friday. We were the only patrons except for one to-go order picked up. Without doubt, the Moringa Indian Curry House has a good presentation: unique menus adorned with a carved-wood cover, tables with this eye-catching blue streak of a translucent polymer, pretty interiors, quaint configuration of tables. Things started off right with their food selection.

The offerings had great variety - apps, soups, usual indian fare with some creative twists, and drinks. We ordered samosas, chicken tikka masala, malai kofta, and a mango lassi. Let's see if we want dessert. The prices were average to above average. Again, let's see if the cost justifies delivered value. In hindsight, when we ask ourselves if we would recommend this or would return, the answer is, unfortunately, "No", but only slightly so.

There are a few reasons why this is. We took a table by the window, which had a nice view of the street, but was accompanied by a very warm interior of the restaurant and a buzzing fly. The air conditioning, if on, did not reach where we were sitting. The introductory glasses of water were room temperature and without ice, on a day that reached 91 degrees and high humidity. The presented samosas were fine - actually presentation was very nice - yet the flavors of the samosas were so-so. The chicken dish has chicken pieces of varying textures, some overcooked some not. Sauce was good. The downfall of the meal was the mango lassi: it was served in a clear plastic cup with a straw, the lassi was not cold, and the emulsion had separated? Perhaps water was added as a clear layer showed at the bottom of the cup when we received it.

Service was good. Person was friendly. However, when I wrap up the $64 total (with 15% tip included) with the overall experience here, I felt disappointed with this visit to this...

What a unexpected hidden gem in town! INDIAN in OLD TAPPAN?!? I was very happy to see them on the way home from work one day and they had nice, dark interior that was very inviting. I took out a butter chicken ($19, Entree, 5/5) and it was sublime. That prompted me to order lunch special another day for my office and while it was slightly pricey, they allow you to choose different types of curry (can choose a mild curry or hot curry like vindaloo), protein, and they give you the almond milk(?) dessert. Tandoori Chicken ($19, Entree, 5/5) - I had a colleague who's NEVER had Indian food before, and he swore to his stomach that this was AMAZING. I had to agree - chicken was super moist, fragrant seasoning deeply penetrating yet not overly salty or spicy, and not greasy at all. I have to say it's one of the BEST Tandoori chicken I've had, and I had many. I do think the quantity is slightly lacking for the price, but their quality is definitely there. We need to support hidden gems like these that aim to create AUTHENTIC food that is true to its roots - so please go try them out ya'll and...

Moringa Indian Curry Restaurant is a hidden gem! From the moment we walked in, the inviting aroma of spices and the cozy atmosphere made us feel right at home. The décor is elegant yet warm, reflecting the richness of Indian culture.

We tried the butter chicken, lamb biryani, paneer tikka, and garlic naan—and every dish was absolutely delicious. The flavors were authentic, the spices perfectly balanced, and the portions generous. The naan was freshly made and paired beautifully with the creamy curries.

What really stood out was the exceptional service. The staff was welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about our dining experience. They took time to explain the menu and offered great recommendations based on our tastes.

Whether you’re looking for a comforting Indian meal or introducing someone new to Indian cuisine, Moringa is the place to go. This will definitely be our go-to spot for Indian food...