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    Amrut: Taste of India

    4.4 (26 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Chana bhatura
    John B.

    I am not the sort of person who would go to a restaurant because of a celebrity endorsement. Indeed, I doubt I've ever considered such a thing in my literally thousands of experiences dining out. But something tickled me about the fact that this place posted about William Shatner and Brent Spiner dining here, despite the fact that their promotional video ineptly fused different Star Trek eras. Having said that, I still wouldn't have eaten here if I didn't think it was going to be high quality Indian food, and it was. The suburban regions of the Triangle are one of the best areas for Indian cuisine in the U.S., but this location in downtown Raleigh is not overwhelmed with direct competition. They've decorated the heck out of this multilevel space and offer a wide variety of regional dishes. Their chai comes with unrefined sugar to sweeten to taste, which I used some but not all of. I was offered a complimentary golgappas shot which was nice, and my vegetable dumplings were mouthwatering. The star of the show though, was a classic. Channa bhatura is one of those dishes that's good even when it's not done particularly well, but when it is done well, the spices tingle and the flavors play off of each other, and the contrast between the freshly fried bread and the wetter chickpea gravy livens up every bite. I thought I might end up with leftovers, but I downed it all. I was a little bit peeved that they charged me extra to substitute rice for a bread, and overall it was an upscale price, but given the overall quality of the experience, I wouldn't hesitate to come back and order any number of exciting dishes.

    Gin drink
    Kellie D.

    Had reservations for dinner here with husband, son and girlfriend. We started with a mango chili margarita which was absolutely amazing. It seemed too sweet at first sip but then the chili kick hits you in the throat for a perfect balance. I ordered the Kashmiri Kong Paneer under Regional Favorites. I guess I didn't really know what I was ordering because it was more an appetizer than a meal but flavor was great and it was mild spice as I had requested. Husband and son got a more traditional chicken dish -- I forget the name. Husband ordered medium spicy and son hot and both were pleased with their selection. Son's girlfriend ordered a rice dish with bone in chicken pieces on it. She asked for mild spice but hers was quite spicy. We also ordered a gin drink that was fabulous. I'm not usually a gin fan but this particular drink had a unique flavor. Service was good. I would likely return here but order something different.

    Jillian S.

    Budacai recently rebranded as Amrut and they still serve delicious boba tea! While attending a convention downtown we stopped here for some late night boba. The owners greeted us warmly and walked us through the new menu. We ordered several boba drinks. I chose the mango lassi with boba. It was delicious! We enjoyed sipping on our drinks as we walked back to the convention center. Looking forward to returning to try their entrees!

    Malai Masala

    Best and most delicious Indian food in town and the service is amazing! Highly recommend

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    Absolutely delicious! So fresh and flavorful! Service was excellent! Totally recommend!

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    10/10...Loved the food, so delicious. Good ambience and vibe. Its the place for one who's fond of Boba teas.

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    Tamasha - Murg Pasanda -  could have licked my whole plate so good!

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    4.4(140 reviews)
    4.1 mi

    One year ago, I took my now wife here for our first date. Today, we came back to celebrate our…read moreone-year anniversary, and the experience was just as special as we remembered. The staff could not have been more accommodating. Our waitress, Katie, was incredibly friendly and attentive, and the manager, Sammy, went out of her way to make us feel welcome. The chef even came over to introduce himself, which was a really nice touch. We also learned during our visit that the restaurant has recently been recognized by Michelin, very well deserved. Won't be surprised if they get their first star in the coming months. Definitely save room for the desserts, I've never tasted anything like it. A perfect place for a special night, and it'll always mean a lot to us since it's where our story started. We'll be back soon.

    I made a reservation for four adults and my one-year-old through OpenTable, expecting a pleasant…read moredining experience. Instead, we were met at the host stand and immediately informed of a "no children under five" policy. This was presented not as an unfortunate misunderstanding, but as an oversight on our part, with staff insisting we should have known because it appears on their website. The issue, however, is that the reservation was made through OpenTable, where no such policy is disclosed. Even after the fact, I checked the restaurant's website and found the policy buried under a separate "policies" tab--not exactly front-and-center, and difficult to miss unless you were actively searching for it. Expecting guests to intuit or independently verify hidden policies, especially when booking through a third-party platform, feels unreasonable. More disappointing than the policy itself was the tone with which it was communicated. The interaction felt cold, dismissive, and entirely lacking in hospitality. We were told that the manager could be asked, but by that point, we already felt quite unwelcome. Restaurants are, of course, entitled to set their own policies--but how those policies are communicated matters just as much. Unfortunately, this experience left us feeling unwelcome and chastised rather than valued as guests. We will not be returning.

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    Tamasha - Inside. Dining room view from entrance. Beautiful booths, decor, and interior design.

    Inside. Dining room view from entrance. Beautiful booths, decor, and interior design.

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    Mustang House

    4.8(111 reviews)
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    Really solid Indian fare. Very accommodating of allergy requests, even ordered via Door Dash…read more Portions were right-sized, had a few leftovers. All in all, highly recommended

    "Nepalese and Indian food in downtown Raleigh, near Marriott"…read more With a great location, this is VERY close to the Raleigh Convention Center. We arrived on a Thursday night at 6pm with a group of 5. The dining area didn't really accommodate a group that size, but they made it work by moving tables around, which was nice. The place was not very large, but there was maybe only one other family eating inside. The bathroom was clean. I split two dishes with my son-- salmon tikka masala and shrimp (prawn) saag, both coming with rice. We were given some papadum, I think, as a snack as we waited on the food, along with some spicy dips. Food came in maybe 10 minutes or so, which was great timing. However, I have to say, both dishes we tried were underwhelming. The shrimp was oddly translucent and not very flavorful in its dish, and the spinach in the saag wasn't especially tasty (though it did have a nice spiciness). The tikka masala sauce was great, but the salmon also was pretty underwhelming. We both said we'd probably just get chicken next time and not splurge the extra for the salmon. No dish was "bad", but just we expected them to be delicious and they were just OK. I'm just really surprised given how many people said this was the "best Indian" they'd had. The staff were friendly-- refilled drinks well and were good at answering questions. And the price was reasonable. Altogether, I'll give it 4 stars given the great location, good service, good price, but not 5 given the food was "just OK". Realistically, I probably wouldn't go back-- we have lots of great Indian in Durham and Chapel Hill, so I'd rather wait and get that.

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    Soul Flavorscape Of India - Mixed Vegetable Pakora

    Soul Flavorscape Of India

    4.8(17 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    If you're looking for Indian food in Raleigh that delivers on both flavor and overall experience,…read moreSoul Flavorscapes of India is an easy recommendation. This is a 5-star restaurant, but not in a formal, special-occasion sense. It's a more approachable kind of 5: thoughtful, well-executed, and genuinely enjoyable. The kind of place you can go for a relaxed dinner or to host friends from out of town, and still feel confident in the quality of the experience. I went with my husband and a family friend who was visiting, and it was a great setting for catching up. The ambiance strikes a nice balance between polished and comfortable. I especially liked the rich blue tones inside and the overhead lanterns, which give the space a warm, inviting feel. There's also a outdoor patio, though at 96 degrees, we opted to sit inside. I'll admit I didn't do a great job capturing photos, but everything we ordered was excellent. We started with samosas, veg pakora, and beet cutlets (which my husband hadn't had since moving to the U.S. for grad school over a decade ago). We also ordered a mango lassi, the bread basket, malai kofta, balti chicken, and lamb biryani. A few highlights: Portions are generous The spice levels are accurate "medium" and "medium hot" both had a noticeable level of heat, which isn't always the case locally The lamb biryani stood out (my husband said it's the best biriyani he's had in North Carolina) Service was also great. The owner stopped by our table multiple times and was warm and engaging. She even shared how to make a strawberry lassi with our friend, which was a thoughtful touch. One practical note: the restaurant is downtown, and there's a surface parking lot directly next to it that uses ParkMobile, which makes parking straightforward. We're already planning to return.

    This Indian restaurant is a tapestry of centuries-old traditions, regional differences, and a…read morecelebration of spices. It's bold but balanced, comforting yet exciting -- a journey for your palate with every bite. The Samosas are like edible love letters from India -- sealed with spice and deep-fried with affection. A crispy golden outside that is flaky and light, combined with a party of potatoes, peas, and unapologetic flavor that hits you like a Bollywood plot twist on the inside. Absolute perfection! The Chicken Tikka Masala is a saucy superstar with smoky swagger and a spicy wink. It's a bowl of tandoor-kissed (FRESH) chicken in a velvet robe of creamy, tomato-spiced drama, there's garlic. There's ginger. There's a whole spice cabinet doing the cha-cha in your mouth. Scoop it up with naan, chase it with rice, and prepare to fall into a buttery, spicy, utterly unholy love affair. Soul Flavorscape of India is tucked away like a delicious secret off of Glenwood Ave, it's an Indian restaurant wraps you in comfort the moment you arrive. Inside, the air is rich with the scent of sizzling spices, slow-cooked stories and welcoming staff. Unfortunately at this bar, the ice gets more room than the booze and the buzz is strictly emotional, so hopefully the second time's the charm for that. Either way this is a must visit for any Indian foodie. Cheers!

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    Soul Flavorscape Of India
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