Masalawala & Sons – Indian
Masalawala & Sons transports diners to the heart of a nostalgic Indian marketplace, where the pungent aroma of mustard oil and hand-ground spices fills a space alive with vintage charm and communal energy. Every dish serves as a vivid tapestry of regional heritage, inviting guests to linger over clay pots and aromatic plates that capture the bold, soulful essence of traditional home cooking.
Masalawala & Sons, 5th Avenue, Park Slope, Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, NY 11209, United States +1-314-192-5352 https://www.masalawala.comRating: 4.5/5 (1134 reviews)
Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Masalawala & Sons
Dairy-Free at Masalawala & Sons
Masalawala & Sons in New York has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Phuchka, Bhapa Doi and Beguni. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Masalawala & Sons
Masalawala & Sons in New York has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Numbu Pani, Park Street & 5th Ave and Elaach 365. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Masalawala & Sons
Masalawala & Sons in New York has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bhapa Maach, Chennar Dalna and Biyebarir Fish Fry. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Masalawala & Sons
Masalawala & Sons in New York has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Saag Paneer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Masalawala & Sons
Masalawala & Sons in New York has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Saag Paneer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Masalawala & Sons
Masalawala & Sons in New York has 16 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chili Gobi, Phuchka and Bhapa Doi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Masalawala & Sons
Masalawala & Sons in New York has 26 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chennar Dalna, Aged Basmati Rice and Vegetarian Thali. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Masalawala & Sons
Masalawala & Sons in New York has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Aged Basmati Rice, Phuchka and Saag Paneer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Masalawala & Sons
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Fatafati | 104.5 g | 42.8 g |
| Chennar Dalna | 34.9 g | 40.5 g |
| Non-Vegetarian Thali | 72.1 g | 32.3 g |
| Vegetarian Thali | 105.9 g | 30.3 g |
| Dum Biryani | 62.9 g | 26.2 g |
| Byapok | 107.6 g | 26.2 g |
| Aloo Chaat | 62.5 g | 21.8 g |
| Ripon Street Lamb Chop (2 pc) | 41.9 g | 16.4 g |
| Chili Chicken | 13.1 g | 10.3 g |
| Dal Makhani | 38.1 g | 8.3 g |
| Chili Gobi | 2.5 g | 6.9 g |
| Rose Milk | 61.3 g | 5.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Friday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the authentic Bengali flavors and attentive service, frequently highlighting the "best in the city" phuchka and the standout fish fry served with house-made mustard. Guests love the
Menu
Thali
Traditional platter meals.
- Vegetarian Thali - $38: Beguni, Dhokar Dalna, Chhenar Kofta, Cholar Dal, Luchi, Ghee Bhat, Mango Pickle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Non-Vegetarian Thali - $38: Biyebarir Fish Fry, Kosha Mangsho, Chingri Malai Curry, Cholar Dal, Luchi, Ghee Bhat, Mango Pickle Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Starters
- Phuchka - $10: Crisp balls, black chickpea, potato, chutneys Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Beguni - $10: Eggplant, chickpea flour, kasundi Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Biyebarir Fish Fry - $25: Bhetki (fish), cilantro-chili, butter batter, kasundi Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Aloo Chaat - $11: Potatoes, spiced chickpeas, mint & tamarind chutney Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Chili Gobi - $15: Cauliflower fritters tossed in soy-chili sauce & scallions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Chili Chicken - $15: Chicken fritters tossed in soy-chili sauce & scallions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
Mains
- Prawn Chiney Kebab (1 pc) - $21: Fresh water tiger prawn, garlic, gawa ghee (available Fri-Sun)
- Ripon Street Lamb Chop (2 pc) - $27: Garam masala, hung yogurt, cabin salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Bhapa Maach - $32: Banana leaf wrapped whole branzino, mustard-poppy cream, turmeric Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Prawn Malai Kari - $31: Tiger prawns, coconut milk, black caraway Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Chennar Dalna - $31: Housemade soft cheese, poppy seeds, garam masala Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Kosha Mangsho - $34: Braised goat, ginger, coriander, green cardamom
- Saag Paneer - $25: Housemade cottage cheese, seasonal greens Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Butter Chicken - $25: Chicken tikka in tomato-cream sauce, kasoori methi, deghi mirch Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Dum Biryani - $27: Fragrant medley of aged basmati rice, saffron & ghee, raita - choice of vegetable, chicken or lamb (+5) Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
Sides
- Dal Makhani - $7: Slow cooked black lentils Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Aged Basmati Rice - $3: Ghee +1 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Luchi (2 pcs) - $5: Deep fried flour flatbread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium
- Paratha (1 pc) - $3: Indian flatbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
Dessert
- Bhapa Doi - $9: Housemade sweet jaggery Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Mango Rasmalai - $7: Sweet cheese dumplings, pistachios Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Cocktails
- Fatafati - $15: Indian dry gin, gentian, lemon, ginger, toasted coriander, curry leaf Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Gondogol - $16: Tequila blanco, aloe, salted celery, lime pineapple tea, aquafaba Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Byapok - $17: Indian single malt, aged coconut rum, pineapple, saffron, cardamom, milk clarification Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pond Paka - $15: Green chile vodka, pomegranate, red bitter, lemon, toasted jeera, ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Nyaka - $16: Destilado de mango, acidified orange juice, calvados, Indian sarsaparilla, cream, egg white Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
Mocktails
- Elaach 365 - $12: Zero-proof gin, orange, cardamom, clove Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Park Street & 5th Ave - $12: Zero-proof tequila, green chile, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beer
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- UN1 Premium Lager Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- UN2 Pilsner Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- UN3 Coconut IPA Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- UN4 Mango Saison Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Refreshers
- Rose Milk - $10: Choice of whole or soy milk Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Numbu Pani - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Mango Lassi - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Lemonade - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Dairy-Free, Low-Sodium, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Masalawala & Sons
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Seventy percent of the listed menu items, including Aloo Chaat, Chennar Dalna, and Bhapa Maach, accommodate vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Prawn Chiney Kebab, Ripon Street Lamb Chop, and Chennar Dalna are keto and gluten-free, while Aloo Chaat is vegan and gluten-free.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Masalawala & Sons maintains an overall average rating of 4.5/5 based on the feedback provided by its diners.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features 15 highlighted dishes and accommodates 26 dietary categories, including keto, vegan, gluten-free, and high-protein options.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- This expensive ($$$) Indian restaurant is rated 4.5/5 for its authentic Bengali flavors, "best in the city" phuchka, and fish fry.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking authentic Bengali flavors and communal atmosphere with extensive dietary options like keto or vegan would enjoy this expensive ($$$) 4.5/5 rated restaurant.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- Masalawala & Sons has a total of 1134 reviews with an average rating of 4.5/5 from its guests.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- The review summary mentions no concerns, instead highlighting authentic Bengali flavors, attentive service, phuchka, and the standout fish fry.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This expensive ($$$) restaurant is ideal for special occasions, offering attentive service, authentic Bengali flavors, and a 4.5/5 rating.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- Masalawala & Sons is categorized as an expensive ($$$) restaurant based on the provided price level information.
- Is Masalawala & Sons dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Masalawala & Sons has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Phuchka, Bhapa Doi and Beguni.
- What can I eat at Masalawala & Sons on a dairy-free diet?
- Phuchka, Bhapa Doi and Beguni carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Masalawala & Sons have vegan options?
- Yes. 16 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chili Gobi and Phuchka.
- Is Masalawala & Sons gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Masalawala & Sons?
- Fatafati, at roughly 42.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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