It was Saturday evening and Homecoming Weekend for Williams College, putting Spice Root at near capacity. From the moment we entered the front door, until the time we left, our experience was one of excellence. In fact, we have dined at Spice Root numerous times over the past 5+ years and each time has been a pleasure. We have gone as a couple ...as part of a group ...with those that dine at Indian restaurants often ...and with "rookies" that have never experienced the amazing flavors of India. In fact, if Indian food is a new experience for you, or someone in your party ...not to worry, the staff at Spice Root is excellent in asking the right questions and making suggestions. The menu is well represented with traditional, vegan and vegetarian dishes.

On this night, as a party of three, we decided to order a variety of dishes, allowing us to sample the various flavors and spices the Indian cuisine is so well known for.

For starters we ordered the Crab Cakes, Chicken Lollipop (Indo-Chinese) and Nan Bread (garlic and cilantro). The crab cakes (two) were seasoned and cooked perfectly and accompanied by a delicious chutney sauce. There were 5 large chicken lollipops (drum sticks), battered and deep fried to perfection, finished with a spicy sauce and served with two delicious side sauces. This dish is a "must try" along with the garlic and cilantro Nan bread. FYI, if you have a bread ...MORE>>>