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Masala Box

Name: Masala Box
Address: 42-02 Bell Boulevard, New York, NY, 11361, US
Telephone: +17812812699
Price range: $$

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It is to every Indian chef what a palette is to a painter. Traditionally it is referred to as a ‘dabba’ or Box.

Masala Box is an essential tool box at the core of all Indian cooking – a round stainless steel container within which are several small round containers that hold spices. My fondest memories growing up in humble settings were of family members gathered around for dinner, sharing bread and dishes over stories of the day. Our family history of migration took us from India to Philippines to Europe to Canada and now the US. I found that despite regional and cultural differences, we are all intrinsically alike; the act of eating and drinking together is the simplest form of pure joy and affirmation of being a family, connecting with friends and integrating into a community. It is unfortunate that the conventional understanding when it comes to Indian food is ‘hot and spicy’. A flavorful Indian meal requires understanding of how spices work together, it is a science and an art, based on Ayurvedic principles of well-being; every spice used in Indian cooking has health benefits that go beyond flavor and nourishment. Stemming from travels and assimilation of all cultural influences along the way, my love for food and passion for cooking is always evolving. The emphasis is always on freshness and flavor, ‘hotness’ is optional. My life’s journey has brought me here; we welcome you to our home. We are here to create, here to serve and above all here to connect. Hope for your reciprocation

khao, pio jiyo [eat, drink, live]

Sumita Gohal-Verma
Executive Chef

11/06/2026

Make your Diwali a little sweeter with our special Festive Veg Thali! 🪔

Celebrate the season with a delicious spread of vegetarian favourites, traditional flavours and festive indulgence, all on one plate. ❤️

Our Diwali Veg Thalis are available now!

Make your Diwali reservations early before slots fill up.

📞 Call us to reserve your table today!

📍 42-02 Bell Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

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11/06/2026

🪔 Make your Diwali a little sweeter with our special Festive Veg Thali!

Celebrate the season with a delicious spread of vegetarian favourites, traditional flavours and festive indulgence, all on one plate. ❤️

Our Diwali Veg Thalis are available now!

Make your Diwali reservations early before slots fill up. Call us to reserve your table today!

📍 42-02 Bell Blvd, Bayside, NY 11361

Call now to reserve 📞

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11/04/2026

Something new is coming to Bayside, Queens. 👀

Meet ONLY FOODIES by Masala Box.

We’re bringing you a fresh, convenient way to enjoy the Indian flavours you love, through a new delivery-only food concept made for everyday cravings and every kind of appetite.

Think:

🌯 Frankies & wraps
🍱 Bento boxes
🥗 Bowls
🍟 Bites & snacks
🍛 Mini feasts

Whether it’s a quick lunch, an afternoon snack or an easy dinner, there’s something for every craving, delivered straight to your door.

Our idea is simple: make the Indian food you love more convenient, more exciting and easier to enjoy every day.

Indian Flavours. Modern Cravings.

We’re getting ready to bring ONLY FOODIES to Bayside, Queens, with delivery launching soon.

No dining out. No fuss. Just good food, delivered.

Stay tuned. There’s a lot more cooking. ❤️

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10/13/2026

Smoky, spicy, and packed with flavor 🧡

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10/07/2026

A little taste of Mumbai, right here in New York 🗽Pav bhaji, the way it should be 🧈🌶️

Buttery pav, rich & spicy bhaji, fresh onions, cilantro and a squeeze of lemon. The kind of comfort food that hits every time.

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08/19/2026

One of our team members is also a talented artist, and his artwork is currently competing to become the new design for a b**r we’ve proudly carried since day one. 🍻🎨 henry t pardo

Voting takes place in person, so stop by and show some support!! 🤩

08/18/2026

Lamb Chops. Perfectly seasoned. Perfectly grilled. That’s it.

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08/18/2026

Lamb Chops. Perfectly seasoned. Perfectly grilled. That’s it.

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05/28/2026

🍤🔥 our masala shrimp is the kind of dish you think about after the first bite

rich tomato masala, bold indian spices & juicy shrimp simmered to perfection ✨

best enjoyed with warm naan or steamed rice 🤍

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42-02 Bell Blvd, Bayside, Queens, NY 11361

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05/24/2026

some meals don’t just fill you up… they feel like home 🧡crispy puris, comforting dals, rich curries, fluffy rice, and all the little flavors that make an indian thali so special

a little sweet, a little spicy, a little everything—just how the perfect thali should be ✨

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Address

42-02 Bell Boulevard
New York, NY
11361

Opening Hours

Monday	4pm - 10pm
Tuesday	5pm - 10pm
Wednesday	5pm - 10pm
Thursday	5pm - 10pm
Friday	4pm - 11pm
Saturday	12pm - 10:30pm
Sunday	12pm - 9:30pm

Telephone

+17812812699

Website

http://themasalabox.com/

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