I came here to find sumac, as no grocery stores around this area has it and they had that plus more…read morethat I didn't even know I needed! If you love to cook, this is the place to go it was like a paradise for me. Such friendly and helpful service too very welcoming! Clean store and was very neat. The food truck in the parking lot is a must go as well y'all gotta check it out... if you want the real Indian street food you need to go check out the food truck Balaji Tiffins the food is delicious and fresh and very reasonably priced. Will definitely be going back next time we are in Beaumont

The fruit jelly's are so good and the workers are also good the people are also good and nice. I…read morealways been to this place when I was younger and the decorations outside were nice. I love balaji

Their chicken masala is like crack bruh. Got some with the garlic and cheese naan and I'm writing…read morethis review a month later because I miss it. Will be back very soon. So gas

We got chicken chattinad curry, egg chow mein, naan, and onion pakora. I liked the pakora but it…read morewasn't my favorite green chutney. The naan was good and the chicken curry was good but the chow mein didn't have much flavor. It was also supposed to be spicy but wasn't at all. We also asked for extra egg but didn't get any egg at all. It was also not too clean, I scraped food off of my shoes a couple times and the tablecloth wasn't cleaned well. Service was pretty good.

My Daughter and her husband ate here a few nights ago... Came home and told me that we NEEDED to go…read moreback (as they know I love Indian food). We went back the very next day and it was, in a word, incredible! BEST Butter Chicken I have ever eaten. Portions were good, the man running the place stood and talked to us for a long time... the man has a passion to see his restaurant do well and produce good food! The waitstaff was good, too, and the ambience of the restaurant was welcoming to say the least! Overall, you couldn't ask for a better experience. Granted, it was a little bit of a challenge to get off the interstate (although it's in sight) and weave your way back into this area where the restraurant is, but if people understood how good it was, they wouldn't mind the drive.

FANTASTIC FOOD & SERVICE!…read more It's so good I went back two days in a row! Clean, modern decor, friendly staff, best butter chicken I've had in my LIFE! All of the Indian basics are great! The crunchy corn appetizer is fire!

This restaurant gave a proper dhaba vibe that we have in India. There was outdoor & indoor seating…read morewith a lot of play area for kids. There were some birds kept so the kids could be entertained. The food was simple and tasty. Not too oily or heavy. It was just right. We tried their peanut chaat, a great appetizer or side if you're having drinks. Some paneer curry, dal tadka, and naan everything was good. We tried their soya chaap, which was yum too. Kids had the samosas that were mild, crispy from the outside, and well-cooked. Service was great. There were disposable plates and cutlery to eat the food to minimize the cleaning effort.

We have stopped here a few times on our way back to Houston from Lousiana. The food is amazing and…read morethe workers are very nice. It has a family/community vibe. Truckers stop here often. The parking lot is huge but be mindful that 18 wheelers will need space as well. We showed up one time during Diwali, and it was packed. We have had the butter chicken, lamb curry, and the cauliflower- all are very flavorful and delicious. We can't wait for our next Lousiana trip so we can visit again.

Fantastic, unexpected Indian cuisine in Nederland, TX!…read more We ordered a nice sampling for pick-up since my parents had never tried Indian food - Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Vindaloo, and Chicken Kadhai. All were a hit - especially the perfectly spicy vindaloo. Garlic naan was warm and flavorful. And of course, I had to get some vegetable samosas, which were incredible. The tikka masala wasn't the best I've had, it was a bit more on the yogurty side. But still great flavor and delicious to mop up with the naan. The men at the restaurant were very friendly! He made sure I had all my items and knew what was in each bag before leaving. Also, the entrees DO come with rice, so don't make the same mistake I did and order extra. I've got rice for days... SETX, please don't sleep on this place!

We tried Venya's tonight and WOW. So so so good! We got the…read morebutter chicken, naan, garlic naan, chicken tiki Marsala and the chicken samosa. EVERYTHING was just so good. Definitely going to come here again when we want Indian food. I love finding local places like this!

Great service and menu items here. If you're more for the spicier side of things this is just the…read moreplace for you. (This is my opinion though as every meal I tried was spicy) but non the less they were delicious. Wonderful and helpful staff and great portion sizes. Things to definitely try is first the mango lassi drink! Delicious!!! Don't knock until you've tried it! Then the burnt garlic fried rice with dynamite chicken or the chicken tikka masala also enjoyed the lamb masala. Their menu is a mixture of fusion and traditional Indian foods. The only thing I didn't enjoy that much was two of their deserts, the gulab jamun which is like donut holes soaked in sugar, it was overly sweet for me and then the gajar ka halwa which was like a sweet potato desert. Everything else was tasty and delicious and I truly had a great dinner.

On my first night after arriving in Houston, Texas, my friend, her husband, and I decided to have…read moredinner at an Indian restaurant in Humble. It was a Friday evening, the day after Christmas 2025. We arrived here around 6:30pm and found parking fairly quickly. The restaurant at the time was not busy and we were seated almost immediately in the middle of the room. We spent about 10 minutes to decide on what to order and we opted to share family style. Our time here was about 1 hour or so, finally leaving around close to 8pm. It was definitely a nice place to be in, especially with Indian cuisine. The ambiance was nice and quiet. I guess we got the jackpot or avoided any dinner rush on a Friday night. We ended up ordering individually between us and added more food if needed. We ordered biryani, lamb korma, some spicy dumplings, tandoor chicken, which was nice and spicy, an order of veggie samosas, and of course, garlic naan to smooth things out. It was a feast for the eyes and taste buds. The staff here was very professional and dedicated to the food and cuisine that they serve every night. I did enjoy the restaurant's decor while we dined. The quality of the food and portions were adequate. You might want to do yourself a favor and come here, if you are in the Houston area and want to give tihs place a try. The overall experience here at The Monk's Indian Bistro was very good and quite a magical actually. It felt like a good place to go to when you are feeling Indian cuisine but don't want to drive around Houston looking for that sweet spot for lunch or dinner. The restaurant itself is visually beautiful and they try to make it upscale while being a good place to have your next meal. I particularly enjoyed the lamb korma and the tandoor chicken. They had forgotten to make the tandoor chicken after the rest of the order had been delivered already. We ended up having the tandoor chicken at the end of the meal. Everything was amazing and full of good flavors. It was a meal that filled our bellies and definitely was awesome. Maybe my friend decided to celebrate Christmas with us a day later. Who knows. Only thing I do know is that this place is very good and you should try it out sometime, if you are in the Humble area of Houston, Texas. Give it a try and you won't regret it. The Monk's Indian Bistro is located at 9626 FM 1960 Bypass Rd W in Humble, Texas. They accept major credit cards as well as cash. As far as parking goes, they have plenty of parking here for anyone and everyone who wishes to go here to have their slice of Indian fare. It's not too far from the Houston (IAH) international airport. There is always Uber and Lyft at your disposal, if you need them on demand. For the most part though, it was a delicious meal that will captivate you and your senses, not to mention your taste buds and everything that you are. While I have yet to immerse myself in the biriyani's, I know for a fact that the curries are amazing and I do enjoy the basmati rice and the garlic naan. My absolute favorite would be the tandoor chicken. Might need to see if I can find a recipe for that. In the meantime though, The Monk's Indian Bistro here in Houston, Texas is legit and definitely one you'd want to come to while you're traveling through Texas. It was definitely delicious and hope it will be for you. My friends and I enjoyed it. The spices can be overwhelming but it was good and helpful. 5.0 stars for the overall experience. Support local! A+

Play star order over the phone for pick up. We ordered SPICY tikka CHICKEN masala and garlic naan…read more The flavor was amazing. The rice was fluffy Everything was fresh. The service was awesome and fast highly recommend.

I usually stick to restaurants along the Seawall, Downtown, and other popular spots, but this was…read moremy first time trying Curry Lounge--and wow. It was not packed & easy to get to on Saturday, it was absolutely worth it. The food was light, fresh, and bursting with flavor. I loved it. From now on, this will be a must-stop every time I'm in Galveston (which is often). I ordered the chicken korma, buttery naan bread, and samosas. As simple as that meal sounds, it was unbelievably delicious. I honestly couldn't stop eating. Thank You!!!

Delicious northern Indian/himalaya dinner. We are always looking for a good Indian restaurant and…read morewe have found it. A group of us one for dinner and we tried several different dinners and shared them amongst us. We were seated quickly and they accommodate our group of 10 easily, we placed our order in the food, came out, reasonably quickly. The main course started with a salad, and we ordered both garlic and buttered nan. Our main courses included mahkani chicken, vindaloo, fish, chicken biryani, spinach paneer, momo dumplings, and several orders of King of Texas platter. The flavors were wonderful, and when we ordered a few of us, ask them to dial up the spice, but be careful. The service was very good and attentive, and the restaurant was relatively quiet from noise. Some restaurants are just super noisy, and TAJ is not. If you enjoy Indian cuisine, I know you'll enjoy this restaurant.

Food: 4.6/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 4.5/5 Food- Let me preface by stating that I am not Indian nor Nepali. That being said, this is probably my favorite Nepali/Indian place in this area (albeit there are only a few). Here's my opinion on all the dishes we ordered on our most recent stop: Fish Pakora: Nothing too crazy, but still good and well seasoned Piro Chicken Wings: Really good flavor, but way too spicy for my family personally (we are not crazy on spice, though) Goat Tandoori Momo: Really good, no notes Chicken Makhani: Really rich in flavor, incredibly buttery Lamb Handi Curry: Amazing as well, though enjoyed Makhani more Chili Lamb Jerky: Probably the weakest dish we got. Just not my vibe and tasted like I was eating bones the whole time. Shrimp Noodle Soup: Accidentally got this dish, but not a disappointment in the slightest. Probably my favorite bite of the night. Shrimp Stir Fry Noodles: Also incredible with lots of standout spices added in. Garlic Naan: Never misses Chicken Biryani: So much depth of flavor, went perfectly with the meat dishes we ordered. Service/Ambiance- Great, with not much to complain about. Music was a little bit too loud considering how calm the restaurant's atmosphere would be otherwise. Servers were great and speedy even though it was late and not too crowded. Great place. There's not much more to add. Himalayan Taj is seemingly simple with no flashy presentation in how it's designed, but that allows great food to really shine. Despite my issues with a few of the dishes, this place is really worth a visit whether you're by yourself or with a large group.

Met a couple of friends for Happy Hour, which they call Fantasy Hour. Love that! Just a beautiful…read moreplace. So elegant and posh. The cozy booths in the back just look like a perfect spot for date night. I ordered a fun cocktail and my friends got wine $10-12 on HH. We ordered a few small plates. Hummus with garlic naan, Chicken Tikka Kulcha and Spinach & Goat cheese Kulcha. The Kulcha were almost a thin calzone. Beautiful presentations and everything was so flavorful. Sauces served were well paired. Lorenzo in the bar took great care of us and other wait staff would stop to fill our waters and clear plates as needed. I am planning to return with the hubs. They also validate parking garage tickets for first 2 hours. Fantasy Hour is 4-7pm.

We had a great first time experience, even though, I am not a fan of Indian food so much. Glad we…read morestayed! Our waiter Austin, is so generous! He made our experience better than what we expected. Our dishes were absolutely amazing, tasty, and worthy of another visit! Naan bread is homemade and buttery. Excellent service all around!

The food was FANTASTIC! So flavorful and juicy! Nice ambience too! (Just a tiny bit cold, but cozy…read moretable and music playing in the background.) I will definitely go back!

This is the best Mediterranean restaurant and all of Metro Woodlands. Their food is made fresh, it…read moreis reasonably priced and very flavorful.