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Crossed a century but maintained the old world charm and mainly quality.The chops,cutlets,pakoras have attained a cult status.If you drop in late in the evening then you might learn that the "hotcake" items are gone already.This place is an icon,an emotion,taste it to believe it!
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Location & Heritage
Situated at 31, Netaji Subhas Avenue, Serampore, opposite Manashi Cinema Hall, New Madan is an iconic eatery deeply rooted in the local dining culture. Despite its name suggesting novelty, one of its variants is reputed to be nearly a century old--adding a nostalgic charm to the experience
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Ambience & Convenience
The restaurant is modest--semi-casual with limited seating and a compact setting. Several diners recommend takeaway, citing the space as small and occasionally cramped
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Menu & Pricing
The menu is extensive and wallet-friendly. From Chinese-style offerings to local favorites, diners can choose from dishes such as Sweet & Sour Chicken (170 for 6 pcs), Chilli Chicken (Gravy or Dry, 140), Schezwan Chicken (165), various fish and prawn preparations, paneer dishes, soups, noodles, fried rice, and even Indian curries (e.g. Butter Chicken 160)
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Food Highlights
Fish-based offerings are widely praised. One review described the fish chop as "intense on taste buds," and even noted that, priced higher than some alternatives (e.g., mutton chop), it's still worth it
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Mixed Feedback
While many customers love the food, especially the fish fry and chops, opinions on consistency and ambience vary. Some users note that food quality is "not very good but quantity is sufficient" and that the AC may be underperforming
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Sample Reviews from Patrons
"Madan Restaurant... fish chops... very intense on taste buds... fish fry... best of the lot!"
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"Food quality is not very good but quantity is sufficient... AC was not work properly."
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Their fried items like cutlet, chop, fish fry etc are good but fried rice or chow are average. Seating is very limited & congested so may have to wait for sometimes. Also, you have to share your table with other customers. Recently their prices are increased a lot.