Athidi Indian Restaurant (Halal - Gluten Free & Vegan Options)

Adding to my original review below: The true test of a restaurant lies in taste, consistency, service and vibe. Unfortunately my second trip to Athidi was not as great as my first trip. This time, on Valentine’s Day, the restaurant was bustling with people. Almost all the tables were occupied. We ordered our favorite, Rava masala dosa for both of us. I was surprised that the food came out quite quickly. But the sambar was lukewarm. No problem! We asked the waiter to heat it up. We had almost finished eating the dosas and the sambar didn’t make its way back to our table. We were finally able to grab the waiters attention and he quickly brought the sambar back, this time, it was as lukewarm as before. He apologized and said that he heated it for a minute in the microwave but forgot to b

If you’re craving authentic Indian flavors, Athidhi is a must-visit! The food is absolutely incredible, and the spice levels are spot-on, perfectly balanced without overwhelming your palate. Andhra Chilli Chicken: Bursting with bold flavors and just the right amount of heat. A true Andhra specialty done right! Goat Biryani: Fragrant, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Every bite feels like a celebration of traditional Indian cuisine. We were pleasantly surprised with complimentary desserts, which added a sweet finishing touch to an already amazing meal. A special shout-out to Shahenshah, who gave us fantastic recommendations and made the dining experience even better. His suggestions were spot-on and really enhanced our visit.

I had an outstanding meal at Athidi Indian Restaurant in Saugus! The food was excellent—Masala Dosa, Garlic Naan, and Butter Chicken with Basmati Rice were all bursting with authentic flavors and perfectly cooked. Every dish was fresh and satisfying, and you could tell it was made with a lot of care and attention to detail. Our server, Nada, was wonderful—friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. Shahen, the owner, was also incredibly welcoming and took the time to check in on us, which made the experience even better. If you're looking for authentic Indian food with amazing service, Athidi Indian Restaurant is a must-visit. I’ll definitely be coming back!

I have been going to Athidhi since they first opened, and it remains one of the very few places in Massachusetts that comes genuinely close to authentic Indian food. Whether you’re craving South Indian or North Indian cuisine, they execute both with impressive consistency. There are probably only two other restaurants in MA that can compete at this level, and none of them are in Boston. Hands down, this is the best biryani I’ve had in the state. The baingan masala is equally outstanding deeply flavorful, perfectly balanced, and cooked the way it should be. As a serious foodie and someone very particular about Indian cuisine, this is actually the first restaurant I’ve ever felt compelled to review. That should say something. I don’t write reviews often but when food tastes like home, you

This buffet is good! Food is amazing and it you've never had Indian food or you've just had a little bit, you will leave a litte more wise and definitely full. Only drawbacks were service, and that there was an ant on our food. We asked for a replacement and noticed a shift in our waitresses attitude towards us. Less checks (not a busy day). Would come back myself, but I can't speak for my party. You might say "it bugged us" lol