We were visiting a friend near Allentown. He ordered dinner from here, I was very particular about a few items so he said - "it's a good restaurant and you would like it" He ordered - Chicken 65 (Spicy) - I am in the USA since 2014 and I have never had this spicy level. it was damn hot and tasty as well. only thing was, it was over-fried - still very good and hot Malai Kofta - I just loved it, creamy gravy with soft pieces of koftas. Chicken Biryani, Mutton Biryani, and Veg korma. The food was just awesome and I loved it. I am just writing to let everybody know, I am from the Parsippany area, NJ and there are around 20 Indian restaurants in my area, and no one coming close to Cumin N Eat. Allentown folks - you guys are lucky, Cumin N Eat just won my heart. I will make sure whenever I pass this area, I come here and eat, even if I have to detour 15-20 miles extra, it totally deserves it. 5 out of 5. Update (29-May-2023) I wrote the review at that time but since then, I was waiting to visit this outlet in person. While coming from Poconos, I decided to take a detour and came here. The first thing I noticed- was no dine-in without reservation!! ☹️ How would I know this? None of the Indian restaurants ( not talking about fine dining or upscale restaurants) has this thing, I thought I ll get the table, but nope it was a 20-25 min wait to get a table so the lesson is " call and reserve the table". They don't have resources so they don't prefer dine-in, but they do have 4 tables so that patrons like us who prefer hot food at the table rather than packing/to-go/door dash/GrubHub it. Anyway coming to food- The lady over there- she helped us while ordering, suggesting what is good for us. We ordered Fish marina- confused bw fish Apollo and marina, Apollo is more yogurt based so we chose marina. What I loved apart from the spiciness & fresh fish is their uniform coating. Normally in fish fry, the coating is not that uniform. Loved this item and the quantity was good. Mutton biryani: Fri-sat-sun- biryani is available for only 3 days, and mind you I have been a lover of biryani since the day I tasted it first. On the east coast- it is one of the best biryani I have ever had, definitely top 3 for me. This is not Hyderbadi nor Kolkata, it's their own version. pieces were well-cooked and you can feel pieces are covered in spices, I meant it's not there just for the sake of it or added separately, like many Indian restaurants. and yes Raita- it's good as well, unlike other restaurants where they serve watery ones, god knows what that is. Chicken dum ka- it was also good. be careful about the spicy level; here spicy means "really spicy" Menu: interesting, they did not just fill out the pages with 100s of items and confuse customers. they have their cooking style (masala base) and mix it with Chicken/Lamb/goat/egg/veg- that's it! The only thing that was not in my favor was it's far from my home; then the owner informed - me they have one branch in Seacaucus and now I can't wait to go over there. This small restaurant is one of my fav Indian restaurants on the east coast. (I am among the top reviewers on various platforms) so I know what I am talking about. Definitely 5 stars.

I can't say enough about how amazing this resturant is. If you have been looking for Indian cuisine this is your new spot on the west side of Allentown nestled in Dorneyville. They are a Reservation only for dine in... only because their take out is so busy and they only have 5 tables.... so call before you want to dine in there or just order take out.. because trust me the food is AMAZING. We tried a little of everything and while I loved all the food, their take on Indian style french fries "spicy masala fries" with a special dipping sauce, was next level delicious... everything from the curry to the naan, Tikka masala, and samosas was on point!! The owners were also sooooooo nice! They are conversational and most of all kind. This is a must have!

This has got to the best Indian food I’ve ever had. I went for the first time when I was visiting Allentown and the staff was so friendly and the food was delicious. I highly recommend the butter paneer and paneer tikka masala. The flavors are so unique and you can tell everything is made fresh and with care. I live out of state and had my friends from Allentown bring me at least 4 containers of butter paneer when they came to visit because it is THAT GOOD. I can’t recommend this place enough!!!

This food is delicious. I’ve been here many times with family and we’ve basically been through the entire menu. The seasoning and sauces are the right balance of flavor. Current favorites are: lamb chettinad and malai kofta. Also try the roti or baratta instead of naan. The dosa’s are enormous (almost as big as the table) and delicious. I default to the Masala dosa and sometimes go lamb. The mango lassi is fresh and addictive. For dessert I love their carrot halwa and it’s served warm.

This is one of my favourite Indian Restaurants. First of all the team there is very professional. It is important to note that majority of the times, a reservation is required here. Coming to the food, marina fish is my favourite! Gulab Jamun was excellent too!

Food was delicious and the service was friendly. Make sure you have reservations if you plan on dining in. We were not aware and we did not, but we were lucky they were able to accommodate 2 people.

Have ordered here many times and I have Never been disappointed. It is so fresh and delicious. This restaurant always gets an A. I always order through GrubHub and it does come hot and ready to be devoured. Everything on this menu is a hit. The dish shown is Chicken Makhani, basmati rice, onion kulcha, and samosas.

Happen to stop by this place and what can I say. I have only word to say it’s best. Food was excellent, service is awesome,Great ambience. I can recommend this place to anyone looking for Indian food in this area.

Just picked up CK biryani. One of the best biryanis I had in a while. I moved to this area recently. What a taste and that freshness even on a sunday night. Great service and great food.

Best Indian food in my life! We had lamb korma and fish curry and it was mind blowing. The service is so good, you really feel welcome here! Fair prices for the amount food Definitely coming back

I got a take out from this place a few hours ago and it’s sad to such reviews for this small joint. I waited a few minutes to get the food, while and noticed it was very clean. Had dinner and it made the entire trip worthwhile. They do dine-in with reservation only and the reason they explain is completely justified. Takeout suits me better !!

Excellent Indian food, the paneer masala was great. I have a high spice tolerance and the level 3 was very spicy! The dosas were crispy and melt-in-your-mouth. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended for this restaurant. We were lucky to get a table for two on the weekend.

Looking for Indian comfort food ? This is your best bet around the area. Fresh and delicious lip smacking food served with warm hospitality! Must try the Indo-Chinese options: you will definitely become a fan ! Channa Batura if it’s your lucky day will be a taste from back home in India … I also love their DoubleKaMeetha - it’s double all the sugar you could possibly have and rich-creamiest dessert I’ve had here. Thanks to the team for doing a great job, ALWAYS ! Cheers 👏🏻👌🏻

The best Indian food in the Valley! You won't be disappointed and every thing is fresh and prepared to order. The restaurant is ALWAYS very clean and the staff is extremely friendly. Love this place and keep coming back for more. I want to try everything on the menu but so much to choose from and so little time. 😅

Great food, great quality and very reasonable prices...will be back very accommodating staff.

Ordered veg biryani and masala dosa. Great taste. The dosa and sambhar were good, even the chutneys. Veg biryani was also great. Very good quantity and quality.

My family and I stumbled upon Cumin N Eat, an Indian restaurant, while searching for a vegan-friendly dine-in option in the area. We made a reservation and promptly headed over. The restaurant had a simple, no-frills ambiance, but the exceptional food and customer service more than made up for it. Our server patiently guided us through the menu, which was a bit confusing for some of us who were new to Indian cuisine. Thanks to their help, we all thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered. We began with the vegan Samosas ($8), which were fresh, crispy, and had a delightful hint of spice. For my vegan dinner, I opted for Mixed Vegetables with Korma, cooked in a rich coconut and cashew gravy. I ordered it with a mild spice level. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and it was accompanied by perfectly cooked Basmati rice. As for vegan sides, I tried the Plain Roti ($4), which lacked flavor by itself but was decent for dipping. Also, the Vegetable Fried Rice ($11), a tasty and generously portioned choice. My non-vegan family members ordered Garlic Naan, which looked and smelled amazing. They also appreciated the option to choose their preferred spice levels for their dinners. Cumin N Eat served everything in to-go containers, which was convenient since we took our leftovers home. They provided plates for transferring the food as well. The restaurant impressed us with its commitment to fresh, made-to-order dishes. If I ever find myself in the area again, I wouldn't hesitate to return. It caters to both vegans and non-vegans, and I'd recommend making a reservation for a seamless experience. Overall, Cumin N Eat offers great food, generous portions, and friendly service.

Amazing food, everything we ordered was delicious. Great flavors and spice. The lamb was incredible! I can't wait to go back for more. The staff was also very attentive. Make sure to make reservations if you want to dine in!

If you want to dine-in, you need to book a reservation! Otherwise, call ahead (30-45 mins ahead) before picking up. Food is fantastic! Would not recommend the mild spice level. Go for medium or above!

There are not enough positive words to describe the incredible experience I had working with Aparna and team to cater my wedding day (and pre-wedding events!). She helped come up with 5 different menus for 2 days of events. Each and every one was thoughtfully considered and executed deliciously! The event space next to the restaurant is a great area to host parties, as we did the day before the wedding. In addition, multiple deliveries were made to the wedding venue seamlessly. I already knew the dine-in service and takeout from Cumin is fantastic. The phenomenal catering took everything to a whole new level. Working with Aparna and team was an unforgettable experience and we are forever grateful! Go to Cumin for Indian cuisine!!!

Quality food. Authentic Indian taste. Just you need to do reservations for dine in.

Cumin Eat absolutely exceeded my expectations! The food was absolutely delicious with high quality ingredients used in all of the dishes. I was very impressed with the reasonable prices for such an amazing dining experience. The service was top-notch, the staff were friendly, accommodating and attentive to all our needs. The flavors of each dish were complex and well balanced, and there was a good variety of vegetarian options available to choose from as well. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great Indian food in a comfortable, friendly setting. Overall, it was a fantastic experience that left me feeling satisfied and happy.

Hole in the wall Indian place with great food. Value is good for dine in and rapidly becomes unreasonable for delivery. We love the spot and feel the only low value item on the menu is the naan. Very little flavor typically and priced exorbitantly compared to other good Indian places we have frequented. Certainly worth a trip if you appreciate good Indian food.

What a great place to have right next to Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom! We went after a fun day at the amusement park. We wanted to eat in there, but apparently to eat in, you have to make reservations, so you can only order takeout on the fly. We ordered the fish vindaloo (medium spice level), chicken chettinad, garlic naan, and pakoras. Very, very good! Even with the medium spice, food had a nice kick. The fish was nice, creamy, and tomatoey - great to combine with the rice and naan. Proper portions were given. The pakoras were crunchy and flavorful, especially with the chutneys provided on the side. They'll provide utensils in case you want to eat in the parking lot. 😊

Love the food and hospitality provided by them. when ever I miss India. I grab some food from cumin. Your taste buts will ask you to go again again to this restaurant. Must try everything.Its simply awesome.

First time coming to this restaurant, and we didn’t know to call ahead, but they gave us seating anyway. They were very kind, and it didn’t take long at all for us to get our food. They had lots of different options, and combinations. The food was so good there was no conversation. We were just focused on eating the entire time, and just nodding at how good the food was. 11/10, would highly recommend.