I found this place through Uber Eats, only to find that it's not actually that far away from my…read morehouse. I've had a lot of Indian food over the years from many different places, as it's one of my favorites. This place does it very well. Everything was fresh and seasoned perfectly. I'll absolutely be ordering from here again.

I had high hopes walking into Saffron Indian Cuisine on 7724 West Sand Lake Road, Orlando FL…read more especially arriving right at 11:30 a.m. on a Sunday when the doors opened. Unfortunately, the experience didn't quite live up to expectations. My wife chose the buffet, assuming everything would be freshly prepared at opening time. To our surprise, every single item on the buffet line was cold -- from the rice and chicken dishes to the biryani and palak paneer. If a restaurant opens at 11:30, the food should be hot and ready to serve. Cold curries and rice immediately take away from both texture and flavor, and in this case, the dishes tasted flat and lacked the depth of spices you expect from Indian cuisine. Based on this visit, I would recommend skipping the buffet and ordering from the regular menu instead. Buffet selections often feel like the more economical options, and here they were devoid of the bold flavors that make Indian food so memorable. I ordered the chicken biryani from the à la carte menu. It was noticeably better -- aromatic and more flavorful than the buffet items. However, it still missed an important element. Traditionally, biryani is prepared by marinating the chicken and cooking it together with the rice so the spices infuse the meat and every bite is cohesive. In this case, while the rice carried some fragrance, the chicken itself was not well marinated and tasted bland on its own. It felt more assembled than thoughtfully cooked together. Another important point is pricing. The dishes are on the expensive side, and at those prices, the flavors and overall quality should be excellent. When you're paying premium prices, you expect depth of seasoning, proper preparation, and attention to detail -- not cold buffet trays or under-marinated meat. Service was the bright spot of the visit. The staff was friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our meal. Overall, not a terrible experience, but certainly disappointing. With better attention to temperature, flavor development, and consistency, this place could justify its pricing -- but on this visit, it fell short.

Bombay Street Kitchen is nestled away in a standalone location along South Orange Blossom Trail not…read morefar from The Florida Mall in Orlando. The consistently high ratings led me here for lunch and I was not disappointed. The interiors are tastefully modern and welcoming, with plenty of seating and pleasant decor. I started off with the mango lassi (4/5) which was delightfully refreshing without being too sweet. For meals, we went with the paneer makhani (4.5/5), chole bhature (5/5), vegetable malabari (5.5), and butter naan (4.5/5). All the meals were delicious and prepared using high quality ingredients, with no weak spots. I'd rank Bombay Street Kitchen among the top 2 Indian restaurants I've been to in the state (most Indian restaurants I've been to in Florida have been pretty underwhelming and average). Happy to round up my overall rating as service (5/5) was quick and friendly. I look forward to returning to Bombay Street Kitchen and would recommend them to others looking for delicious Indian food in Orlando.

Very disappointing dining experience at Bombay Kitchen. We ordered the Lamb Kabobs, Bhuna Gosht,…read moreand Chicken Chettinad, and unfortunately the food quality was far below expectations. The Lamb Kabobs were excessively oily and badly overcooked. The Bhuna Gosht was mostly bones and fat, and the meat itself was chewy and clearly not properly marinated or slow-cooked to tenderness. The Chicken Chettinad was equally disappointing -- chewy chicken with poor meat quality and lacking authentic flavor. The only highlights of the evening were the cocktails and the Kale Chaat, which were both actually very good. What's most surprising is seeing this restaurant associated with the Michelin Guide despite such inconsistent and substandard food execution. Based on our experience, the kitchen quality simply did not justify the hype or pricing. Unfortunately, we will not be returning. #BombayKitchen #IndianFood #MiamiRestaurants #FoodReview #MichelinGuide #Overpriced #DisappointingDining #MiamiFoodie #LambKabob #BhunaGosht #ChickenChettinad #RestaurantReview

Aashirwad Indian Food and Bar is hands down my favorite Indian restaurant in Orlando -- by far…read more Nothing else even compares. It's honestly the only place that comes close to the kind of authentic flavor you find on Oak Tree Road in Edison (which says a LOT if you know, you know ). The chicken makhani is my absolute favorite -- rich, creamy, perfectly spiced, and always consistent. Every time I order it, it hits. The flavors taste authentic, the portions are generous, and the quality never disappoints.

We were seated right away, and the staff was very friendly, which made for a welcoming start. They…read morehave a clear vegetarian section, and vegan and gluten-free menus are available upon request. The naan was fresh and fluffy. The cheese naan is unlike any paneer naan we have tried before--almost like a cheesy quesadilla. They didn't have Aloo Choley listed, but when we asked, the kitchen put together a version with chickpeas and potatoes that turned out delicious. We ordered the Dal Maharani, and while our waitress asked about spice level, it felt like she made the decision for us. We enjoy spice, but even the first bite was hotter than we expected, and we barely ate any of it despite it being otherwise flavorful. Toward the end, our waitress asked us to leave a review... and then stood there waiting. When my husband said we were still chatting, she kept circling back to check, which felt pretty pushy. Later, when we requested to-go boxes, she said "there is no rush" and then disappeared. We had to ask again. Overall, the food is good and the staff is mostly friendly, but the unexpectedly fiery dal and the slightly overzealous service kept this from being a 5-star experience.

Dining at Madras Cafe is truly a comforting dive into authentic South Indian flavors, especially if…read moreyou're in the mood for a proper, satisfying meal. We went for the Thali, and it arrived like a feast--beautifully presented with a wide variety of dishes that felt both generous and thoughtfully prepared. The portions are no joke here; it's the kind of meal that keeps you going back for "just one more bite." What's even better is that they're happy to offer additional servings if you're still hungry, which makes the experience feel warm and hospitable rather than transactional. Flavor-wise, the food really shines. Each component of the Thali carries its own personality--rich, aromatic, and rooted in tradition. You can tell the kitchen isn't cutting corners when it comes to spices and authenticity. That said, a few items leaned a bit on the salty side for my taste. It didn't take away from the overall enjoyment, but it was noticeable enough to stand out among otherwise well-balanced dishes. All in all, it's a place that delivers on both quantity and authenticity. If you're craving a hearty South Indian meal that feels close to home-style cooking, Madras Cafe is definitely worth the visit. Come hungry--you'll need the appetite.

We traveled almost 6,000 miles and the first place we go for dinner is Madras Cafe and we will…read moreprobably eat here almost every night for the next week. It's so delicious I forgot to take photos of my meal, which was the Szechuan Dosa, very tasty! I did remember to get a pic of the second order of garlic naan. We found this place a few years ago and always make it a point to come back. We enjoy trying different things, and so far it is all a great experience.

5 stars is NOT enough for this Indian Restaurant!!!…read more In business for 38 years, I can honestly say I've never had a better serving of Tikka Masala in my entire life. Absolutely delicious and anytime I plan on being back in Orlando on International Drive I'm going to plan on returning here. Fun fact: many Indian restaurants shut down from 2:30 - 5pm daily. New Punjab does NOT do this, and is why I even stopped in here. Nicely done New Punjab!

This Indian food is authentic. Like surprisingly delicious. We stumbled across this restaurant…read morewhile going on a spur of the moment restaurant taste hop (when you chose a few restaurants and get apps at each one an go from one to the next). It is set back from the road in a small plaza. The interior has a cozy atmosphere. Seats are comfortable and bathrooms are clean. The staff are friendly and attentive. The food is the star of the show, fresh, well cooked and with authentic ingredients. No store bought chemicals or additives! This one is staying on my return list for sure.

Best food and service was good, forgot to take pictures of the Butter chicken but i do recommend,…read morenaan bread was good and was amazing

My all time favorite hobby: Trying new Indian restaurants…read more This place did not disappoint! We came in after going to Epic Universe, and the place was pretty empty but they didn't seat us right away, instead they took my phone number and they called me 10-15 minutes later. They were very short staffed. We ordered our usual: Mango lassi Vegetable samosa Butter chicken Lamb korma Gobi manchurian Butter and garlic naan Lentil daal soup The food was mouth watering delicious, I kept eating even after I was full that's how good it was! Great place to try if you're in the Orlando area

We love trying new Indian spots in Orlando and Curry Mantra did not disappoint! We are lunch here…read moreand both got a lunch platter, which includes the entree of your choice, a samosa, daal (lentil soup), rice and naan. I think there was a small dessert too, but I don't remember. My husband had the butter chicken and said it's one of the best he's had in Orlando. I had the chicken korma and it was delicious. Creamy, flavorful, just the right amount of spice. The naan was made fresh and delicious, and I ended my meal with hot chai. We will definitely be back!

While staying at a nearby hotel we stopped in at Curry Mantra. The reviews said there was a…read morelunchtime review but there was none. Still, we had an amazing experience! The restaurant is pretty with hanging umbrellas and metal art on the walls. The waitress was friendly and very efficient. The food is the star. Sherry had chicken biryani and butter naan. I had a combo (thali maybe) lunch with lentil soup, lamb vindaloo, naan, samosa and papadum. So so good! We wish we lived closer but when in Orlando, we know our go-to Indian place.

Food was excellent. Everything was fast and waiters were super kind and helpful…read more The chef cooked the Keema biryani super well. The food was outstanding!

Overall food and place is good. Liked the starter…read more Rest of the entrees were good, but a little spicy.

Loved it, very clean, friendly staff , definitely will be visiting again in the near future.read more

Best Indian I've ever had. Impeccable service. Incredible assortment of options. And everything was…read moredelicious!

We did a family style and I thought everything was OK. The place was not busy for dinner. Part…read moreof me thinks that is a red flag. Funny to say the first time I tried Tabla was at a yelp event and I recalled thinking it just tasted OK! So the feeling from the whole party was the food was very a bit too salty. The lamb Vindaloo seems to be missing something. The dish just isn't appetizing to look at. I asked for extra spicy as well and it was just mild-hot. Overall Service was good and the food OK. I left feeling that I do not need to go back here any time soon.

We had eaten here before and really liked the decor. This restaurant is so pretty and very clean…read more We were seated quickly. We decided on the $12 lunch special and added momos as an appetizer. There was so much food and everything was delicious! I had the tomato soup, a vegetable samosa, naan, rice, chicken curry and dessert ( gulab?) Our waiter was very attentive and made sure the spice level was good and kept our beverage glasses full. A delightful experience but come hungry or you will be taking some leftovers home with you.