Amazing food Nice service Amazing ambiance Nice veg options like Dal and pakodas Amazing Bhalla chat Amazing main course like non veg Try anything. All great Indian food read more

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I had been wanting to come here for a while. The shades are always down, so when i walked in i was surprised at the more upscale vibe and the nice apparel of the host. what should have tipped me off initially was how amazing it smelled in the restaurant. It smelled more like a spa than a restaurant. Usually when you go into an Indian restaurant, you smell the spices and expect to come home with your clothes smelling like the restaurant. we first ordered the butter chicken with garlic naan and saffron rice. the naan was good and the butter chicken was not bad, though a bit lacking in flavor. the safron rice, i did not like. had an odd taste. maybe its my palette, but i prefer basmati rice. the portion size was really small, even though i was told it was shareable. so we ordered the tandoori chicken. the chicken came out way too quickly. it was not red. i'm skeptical it was even cooked in a tandoor. i ordered it spicy, but it had absolutely zero flavor at all. bland, dry. they bring it out in a presentable tray with dipping sauces, which were good and needed, but i was highly disappointed in this dish. it's usually one of my favorites. we ordered the chai, and were warned its not traditional, but teabags. they brought it out and the tags said English Breakfast on them. they didn't even go to world market down the street to get the good stuff. it was still pretty flavorful though. the mango lassi was good too. the bathrooms were nice, the restaurant is beautiful and there's a huge bar which again made me skepitcal. the 3.5 star rule seems to apply here as this restaurant is more catered towards the American crowd and palette. the servers were fantastic and friendly and again i'm impressed with the decor. it felt more like a Scottsdale retaurant, but again lacking that flavor that you would expect. and it's not cheap either. in the future i will visit other restaurants that are more traditional. read more

We were in Chandler for some work and decided to finally try Bahara, a place we've been hearing about for a while. Being from the subcontinent, we know our food well - and yes, we're picky ... but we wanted to give this spot a fair try. Ambience (5/10): The interiors are... fine. Not over the top, not shabby just comfortably in the middle. There's a beautiful Ganesha statue at the entrance, which I loved, but overall the ambience felt more like a casual, family-style lunch/brunch place. If you're planning to dress up for a date or a special outing, this may not be the setting you'd want. What We Ordered: * Palak Patta Chaat * Dal Bukhara * Lamb Seekh Kebab * Rogan Naan * Murghandi Biryani Food: * Palak Patta Chaat: Good portion size but personally not for me. It was unlike any version I've ever had - spinach stuffed inside a gram-flour fritter, then covered with sweet yogurt, tamarind, and chana. The textures and flavors just didn't work for my palate. * Dal Bukhara: I'm not a dal makhani/dal bukhara person, but my husband is. Even he found it strictly okay - a 5/10 at best. We've definitely had better. * Lamb Seekh Kebab + Rogan Naan: The highlight of the meal. Flavorful seekh and the naan paired beautifully with it. * Murghandi Biryani: Boneless chicken, but we barely found two pieces. The server took it back and insisted the dish contains four to five pieces. We didn't want to argue, so we let it go. * Dal Issue: The dal had a surprisingly large amount of white rice mixed in, which made us wonder about freshness. The server acknowledged it immediately, apologized, and removed it from the bill. * Accompaniments: The Bahara raita, pickled onions, and carrot pickle served with the biryani were actually lovely. Service: They close at 2:30 PM and we walked in at 2:10 PM on a Friday. The host immediately told us to place our entire order at once - a bit abrupt to hear at the door, but we understood the logic. Once seated, the service was attentive. Our server acknowledged issues promptly and Kamal, the manager, personally stepped in with great service recovery, including a complimentary dessert, which we appreciated. Pricing: Our bill came to about $82 (without tip) even after the dal was removed. On a regular day, this easily lands in the $90-95 range. Not cheap, but not outrageous either. Overall: Warm Indian hospitality, attentive service, and genuinely kind staff. Food, however, felt average for the most part - with the seekh kebab being the real winner of the meal. Ambience is okay but not something I'd rave about. Maybe it was an off day, but based on this visit, I'd call Bahara decent but not exceptional. read more

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Being a member of ITC, i was very excited to come here and try their most famous dishe - Dal Bukhara!! (and it def did justice for those who have a nostalgia for that dish!) Been here twice, so posting what dishes and experience we had... Our first experience was AMAZING! the hostess was wonderful and even though we came 30 mins before the last call, she did not rush us into ordering and was very patient with our order. Our second experience service wise was slow and disappointing, taking by some male. We ordered the drinks, which were really good.. the cocktails were amazing especially the Lychee one and so were the mocktails!! The nonveg here is always always outstanding, the naans were spectacular, the tomato soup was a pleasent surprise and the chutneys have their own little twist (I'd order the starters just for the chutneys!) if you are the kinds who likes fish and chips, do try the Amritsari fish, and if you visit here and go without trying the DAL BUKHARA, youve done injustice to yourself and your guests!!! I do wish they include Galouti Kebabs to the nonveg section! Ambience is cute and classy. A good spot for a date night, celebration or just a family/friends gathering! read more

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Ambience walking in was great but we ordered "HOT" for the tikka masala and there was barely any spice. Maybe we got the wrong order in our bag? I also think for the naan and price it's not enough of a portion. read more

Our 4th visit to Bahaara was wow- celebrating Dad's birthday with the family! The staff remembered us and surprised us with a complimentary dessert with candles that really made our dad happy and the kids (ages 8 & 11) excited. It's totally loud-friendly too--no judgment on our rowdy cheers and toasts amid the soft Bollywood vibes. Food was yum: creamy butter chicken, murgh malai, appetizer platters, spicy lamb vindaloo (Dad's pick), garlic naan and bread combos (we ordered 1 of each variety) , and goat biryani full of flavor. Service was outstanding . Infact they gave us extra chicken appetizers as they had mixed our 1 order. Perfect for family dinners and special celebrations, good portions, authentic tastes, fair prices. Book ahead though! Weekday evenings are also packed read more

Went here last night for dinner. Great first upscale feel as you enter the restaurant. Unique classy ambience. Overall that excitement faded away as moved along with our dinner experience here. Overall mixed feelings about the dishes. Here are my takes: Food/Drinks: Ordered 2 cocktails and 1 mocktail to start with. Both cocktails felt so light with the alcohol. Infact the mocktail seemed to be the most appealing here. Tandoori platter - well that was good, everything juicy and tender, however got a sand bite with the veggies underneath the meats for at least 2 times. Now mutton rogan josh was too good, one of the best on the table. Disappointing part was the chicken handi biryani and the naan. Both were below average. Biryani lacked flavors and the rice was chewy, it seemed like biryani that was not fresh and stale for long enough. There were a masala flavors that seemed a little un-cooked. So overall 2 dishes that tasted great and other 2 that were disappointing. The owner/chef stopped by at our place 2 times asking about food and that give a nice experience boost. He seemed passionate about biryani cooking for 3.5 hours and some 100+ they do on daily basis, however unfortunately biryani was the most disappointing of all we ordered. Service: The server was very good. Provided asked details well and was great in communication. However, after the seating there was a good delay before we were taken care. Even the water came after some 10-15 mins to the table. The restaurant was crowded and it maybe the staff to customer ratio problem since they have a ton of seating. Ambiance: Great upscale feel in an Indian restaurant. Hygiene: Everything seemed clean including table, plates, & restrooms. Price: It maybe a little more comparative to the usual Indian restaurants, but you are paying for the experience here. I would not go here every day but wouldn't mind being here to try other dishes. read more

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So we came to Bahaara Indian Kitchen for our first time. Never tried this place before. We typically go to another favorite Indian food place near our house. Most reviews are positive, but we did read a couple that were not so positive. I must say the ambience, service, and the food were fantastic. We were pleasantly surprised with the greeting, the look of the restaurant, and then our server, Kamal. He was wonderful. He encouraged us to try the Indian beer Kingfisher to experience the full immersion into Indian food. We had Palak paneer, shrimp curry, butter chicken, and another type of paneer curry. The rice was fantastic, not sure where all the other negative reviews came from. But we will be back. All the way around, the naan was fantastic and I loved all the flavors. Happy this place is here. We will be back. read more

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A new fine dine Indian restaurant on the block and hits all the right spots for a restaurant. The place has ample seating, great ambiance and vibe. Service is a little laid back, so it let's you unwind and have food in peace but isn't very slow either, which is perfect. The place was very busy so it was a bit too noisy but the food, delicious. The broccoli soup was outstanding. Highly recommend. And the mushroom tikkas were great too. The highlight for me was the Kathal Biryani, which is apparently all made in the pot. So delicious and the chef was kind enough to drop by at each table and enquire about the food. So added that extra bit of personal touch and not to forget their fresh pickles were delicious! read more

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We ordered pick up but the few minutes I was inisde t restaurant is decorated nicely! We ordered the paneer butter masala, the chicken tikka masala and the biryani Handi-Murgh and a naan. We didn't particularly enjoy the biryani but the other items were great. I wish we ordered it a bit spicy (I didnt see the option on doordash) would have been an excellent addition (for me personally). Otherwise, rhe flavors in the dishes were excellent. Add to your list to check out! read more

Enjoyed a fun date night this weekend at Bahaara Indian Kitchen! It was a busy night for the restaurant but we were seated promptly for our reservation. The food was amazing, ordered the butter chicken, lamb Rogan Josh with saffron rice and variety of naan and paratha. I loved everything especially the lamb Rogan Josh, flavorful and tender! For drinks, we ordered mango lassi which is always great. The bahaara sour cocktail was tasty as well. Our server Eroj was so friendly and welcoming. He gave us recommendations. Hope to come back again soon! read more

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Great food, came out steaming hot. Wonderful flavor. The manager stopped by to share a smile and ask if we were doing well. Side note: the main courses do not come with rice, you will need to order it separately. We ordered medium and the spice level was more to a mild, but the flavor was spot on. We did need to ask for knives to cut the meat. Unfortunately, getting our check has taken quite a while, which normally would be fine, however, we had been done eating for a while and ready to go. read more

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Amazing food, great ambience and excellent service. We had the non vegetarian platter. 5 out of 5!! read more

Bahaara Indian Kitchen - Non Vegetarian Platter - Indian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Not your typical Indian restaurant -- but not quite there yet This new Indian restaurant opened its doors last week. A very aesthetically done interiors, there's freshness to this place. It's modern, upscale and well designed. We went on a Saturday at 8:30pm for a dinner, it was a little late but since the closing time was 10:00pm we thought it would be fine. The service is rather slow, we get its new but to our late realization it was not worth the wait for a food for hours. Drinks: They have a specialized drink menu and everything sounded delicious. We went with go goa gone and a cardamonk. The drinks tasted really good with exotic flavors but the alcohol was not balanced and felt light. Starters: For appetizers we went with tandoori platter. It took about 30min, the presentation is really well done. The chicken, sheek kebab, paneer tasted spot on. The chutneys were a steal. In no time we ordered the entrees and the wait starts . We literally waited 1hr for dal, a chicken lababdar and naan. Mains: Sitting in front of empty plates, killing our hunger, keeping our young children entertained, seeing people leave, it wasn't enjoyable. It made the whole experience really bad. It was honestly not worth the wait. The food was served at 10:10pm and we were offered free dessert, the owner came and spoke to us, gave his apologies. A very nice gesture and totally appreciate. But, honestly it won't give back the time and the lost experience. Lastly food is good, portion less since it's upscale, pricing higher, service slower than a snail. Unless someone has 2-3 hrs to spend waiting for food at a restaurant I would suggest to avoid till they get a hang of the crowd. read more

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Refined and flavorful Indian food done right. The Dal Bukhara was rich, creamy, and perfectly slow-cooked, and the chickpea curry was hearty and well-balanced. Parathas were warm, flaky, and excellent with everything. Great service and an upscale but comfortable vibe -- definitely worth a visit. read more

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Went for a family dinner to celebrate parents anniversary and we ordered several items off the menu. Appetizers: palak patta chaat (ordered again bc it was great!), gol gappe (I'd pass on this as the flavors weren't there) and the galouti kabob which were decent for me but good for others. The reshmi kabob (chicken) was cooked really well & tasted good. Main dishes: Dal Bhukhara (it was good like a dal makhani), paneer lababdar (had better at a wedding), bhindi masala (was liked by others but I didn't have) and butter chicken (which was really good). We ordered a roomali roti (nice and thin), garlic naan (soft and tasty but wish it had cilantro too), and a chili naan (wish it had more chilis on it). Drinks were ok and the mocktails are not worth the price (one tasted like grape juice for $10). Service was good. They start you with small plates and utensils and then swap it all out for dinner plates and utensils and even do a neat table service of hand towel to wash. I started with a 5* review at first but later changing to a 4* after thinking of the other foods I listed above. I really enjoyed the food and the ambiance of the place. Can it improve, yes... but it's fairly priced for being considered "upscale Indian" with most plates being under $20, and all the ones we got were under $20, including the breads were $5 and less. I'll be back to try other dishes. Chef also stopped by to say hi and ask how we liked the food. They gave 2 large gulab jamuns for the anniversary and they were not bad, could've been warmer. read more

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Absolutely beautiful décor and spotless ambience - 10/10 for presentation and cleanliness. Service was polite and efficient (8/10). But as a Desi diner, I found the food underwhelming for the price. Taste was average at best (7/10), and portions were extremely small (4/10). Nothing comes with the mains - rice and roti are all extra. Two small dishes, one rice, one roti = nearly $100 for two people. That's steep. The golgappa (panipuri) was hard and bland - honestly disappointing. Most reviews seem written by folks unfamiliar with Indian food; Desi customers might find the value and authenticity lacking. I'm not trying to be harsh - just sharing an honest experience from the table. Beautiful place, but I walked out hungry and feeling overcharged. read more

Bahaara Indian Kitchen - Portion size daal and mutton - Indian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

A highly promising relatively unique menu in a sea of butter chicken and garlic naan restaurants, but unfortunately it falls incredibly short. The Amritsari fish was quite good to be fair - seasoned properly and fried to a perfect texture - despite it being the introduction to the two sad, lifeless chutneys that accompany each appetizer. Both the Reshmi and Mutton Seekh Kebabs were flavorless and unsalted. The Dal Bukhara was cooked perfectly but once again severely undersalted. Finally, we received the Jackfruit Biryani which was seasoned acceptably. The ambience is great and the design choices are tasteful, but I don't believe enough thought or training has been put into the food. I'm a firm believer in reviewing after two visits at least, but this was an unforgettable experience in the worst way possible. Not to mention, the lack of options for nut-free mains and the uncertainty of our server when asked when any dishes could pose a risk. To cap it all off, the executive chef came by every table and told people there were no preservatives or dyes and now I can only assume he thinks salt is purely a preservative. I hope this place works through all the issues and improves drastically, but as of now, I'd sooner reach for the Trader Joe's vindaloo. read more

Had a fantastic dining experience at Bahaara! We started out with a gin cocktail that had Rose syrup and dried roses on top, it was beautiful! We then had grilled Tikka shrimp as an appetizer, they were perfectly grilled and full of flavor. I love all the additional touches with pickled veg and chutneys on the side. We went with the classic Chicken Tikka Masala and saffron rice as our main and the chicken was so buttery, rich, and tender. The garlic naan was also top notch. Ambiance of restaurant was also chic and modern. Very clean and cozy! Nicole was our server and she was very attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. Overall amazing experience would recommend to anyone, will be back! read more

Bahaara Indian Kitchen - Chicken Tikka Masala, Saffron Rice, Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Food and service is amazing. The atmosphere is wonderful and inviting. The Amritsari fish is so delicious. The crispness on it is perfect. I love the pindi chole. I always sit at the bar and I really enjoy Jenna , the bartender, we have such great conversation. read more

Bahaara Indian Kitchen - Pindi Chole - Indian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Food: Surprisingly tasty and well-seasoned. We ordered the mixed grill appetizers, Rogan Josh with Romali Roti, and the jackfruit biryani. Mixed Grill: Great flavor and very well done, but we wish it had a more balanced mix of veg and non-veg items. It was predominantly meat. Rogan Josh: The star of the meal. The sauce was absolutely finger-licking good. Biryani: Tasty and well-balanced, though we would have loved a bit more veggies in it. Romali Roti: If you haven't tried this, you definitely should! One thing to note: it was a bit dark inside, even during lunch. If the lighting could be brightened a little, that would make the dining experience even better. We've been meaning to stop by, and it did not disappoint. Finally, a genuinely good North Indian cuisine option in this area. read more

Literally best dining experience in last 14 years ever since I came to USA. Took me back immediately to Gurgaon /Haryana/Delhi food scene. As we entered the ambiance and vibe was incredible. There is this gorgeous bar in the center - very inviting and attractive. I was a little skeptical about food. We had tandoori platter and it tasted as good as it looked. We tried Dal Bukhara and Paneer Butter Masala and Rumali Roti and naan. It was perfection. The winner for me was the Daal !! It reminded me of Murthal dhaba. Masala Coke was so fun. We finished with Kulfi Falooda. Kulfi was delicious - falooda was a bit hard but it's given everything was above and beyond - it really didn't matter much. Lastly , have to talk about the service and attention to detail. Super impressed. My bag was on the floor so one staff member gave me a stand to hang the bag. This place is exceptional and goes Above and Beyomd in every department. read more

Bahaara Indian Kitchen - Kulfi falooda - divine - Indian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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This is the new best Indian food in Phoenix. Think the Dhaba if it was in a nice hotel. The owner is extremely nice and welcoming and takes great pride in his food. This is a home run. Eat here. read more

Our family absolutely loves this place. We look forward to coming here over and over. We've been here 3-4 times. The first time we ate here i immediately put it at the top of all Indian restaurants I've been to. Great quality and flavor, top notch service and very pleasant ambience. read more

Bahaara Indian Kitchen - Butter chicken, shrimp curry and chicken lababdar with butter am garlic naan. - Indian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Giving one star because zero start is not an option! I ordered a few items and asked for food allergies The server called me three times to ask do you really want to order? I should have said no Because he ended up not giving us what we ordered He totally missed out on couple items that we ordered And when I went to ask about it, the manager was so rude saying you asked too many questions so we couldn't relay your order to the kitchen! And go write whatever you want So they are expecting that customers should not be asking questions about allergies and if we do ask they are not going to serve us! There were hardly two tables occupied and they said they were too busy to answer my questions read more

Didn't know this restaurant just open three months ago. The last tenant was Henhouse Café, which left this shopping center.What a great location for this north Indian restaurant. The restaurant was well attended for dinner.The chef came around to every table, which is great. You can tell the server your desired spice level. We dined there with a group and they had plenty of servers, and our food came out very fast for a meal. My drink was excellent as was all of the food that we had. We tried the garlic naan bread ,absolutely delicious. Can't wait to go back possibly for lunch. Whole restaurant had a very nice decor, including the bathroom. Highly recommended. We ate everything,no take home for us. I didn't get enough menu photos. read more

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This is my new favorite Indian restaurant!!! The food was really good , but what I absolutely loved and appreciated is all the Jain (no onion and no garlic) options that are available because this is really hard to find when I go out to eat. The ambiance was so lovely, the waiter was so lovely as well and I couldn't believe the amazing prices that they had for their lunch special. Will be coming back for my mom's bday next week! read more

I'm just a simple Irish guy that's always on the lookout for amazing cuisine. And wow, Bahaara delivered the tasty goods. The short version: Go now, you won't be disappointed. It's AMAZING Indian dishes served in an inviting atmosphere by delightful people. The long version: My wife and I ate there less than a week after opening. We were greeted by smiling faces and sat in a well decorated restaurant where attention was paid to the smallest details. We enjoyed mushrooms tikka, chicken lababdar, chicken malai, butter naan and saffron rice. It was a flavor adventure. The mint chutney, pickled onions and carrot side are all fresh made and even with such simple items, each shows the care they put into the dishes. To our surprise, head chef and owner Jiten Sibal came out to our table and spent a good 10 to 15 minutes talking with us, explaining his vision, the dishes and his ambitions. He Is clearly a man of talent and passion and has elevated Arizona Indian cuisine to a new level. We liked it so much we came back tonight with my whole family and ordered dal bakhara, butter chicken, chicken pakora, reshmi kabob and 5...yes 5 orders of naan, trying the garlic, butter and green chili naan. I could honestly gorge myself on the naan alone, it is that good! We topped it off with one of each of their desserts with the gulab jamun being the table favorite. Bahaara Indian Kitchen is top of my list and puts a world class Indian restaurant smack in the heart of Tempe and Chandler. read more

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We had a great experience at Bahaara! We had kathal biryani, palak chaat, and mutton rogan josh. Mutton rogan josh was amazing!! Other vegetarian stuff was okay. Vibes of the place were great, felt like I am in an Indian restaurant in India with lots of noise and buzz all around, it was fun! The aroma was of nice mughlai food all around. Our server Sirish was absolutely great, full of energy! He was telling us about the story of Bahaara and the chef/owner. He was very helpful in giving suggestions. The owner also came to meet us on our table and asked if we have any suggestions. It was nice to see the whole family working as a unit to make this happen. I always felt we missed an authentic mughlai food in our area, glad we have one now! read more

Repeat customer 4/5 Rating previous Left before ordering because the incense smell was so overpowering my boyfriend could taste it in his mouth. - Ambiance We were greeted in a friendly fashion and seated in a prompt fashion - Service They did acknowledge why we left and were accepting of the situation. - Service read more

This restaurant is absolutely amazing. The inside is gorgeous with great ambience and beautiful serving dishes. The service is wonderful and I love how they bring new plates and cutlery between dishes. They bring hand towels and refreshments at the end as well. I was blown away by the service. Our server Eroj was great and the lovely owner stopped by to make sure we enjoyed our food. The food is absolutely amazing, I tried 4 different dishes and absolutely loved each of them. My main course was the Chicken Tikka Masala which was SO good paired with garlic naan, and the paneer appetizer was so lovely as well. I will be coming back to try everything as you can't go wrong with anything. We also got the paneer lababdar, chicken biryani, kulcha. All were amazing. 10/10 recommend everything about this restaurant! Even the bathroom was beautiful. read more

Bahaara is a fantastic choice for anyone craving authentic and delicious Indian food. The rich flavors, variety of dishes, and excellent service make it a memorable dining experience. It is highly recommended! The menu has a wide array of classic and modern Indian dishes. We tried Tandoori Paneer and chicken seekh kabab for appetizers and paneer Lababdaar and Dal Bukhara for main course and the flavors were spot on. The drinks selection offers traditional and unique options. Highly recommend Go, Goa, Gone and Cardimonk cocktails. New favorite Indian place in the valley. read more

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Recommended. Food, service, prices and menu are all good. I didn't notice any scent of incense but there was some in the bathroom, too close to the soap dispenser! Happy to have this in the neighborhood. read more

Three of us went to Bahaara for dinner. The ambience was excellent. We ordered three separate entrees and shared at the table.. The food was fresh and flavorful. The service was excellent. We will be back. read more

I love love love this restaurant. The food is DELICIOUS. The service is warm , friendly and kind. I will definitely go back. I have to try everything on the menu. read more

The waiter Kaylynn was very helpful with recommendation. The service was great. The atmosphere was so inviting and very clean. Now to the food ; very authentic, so fresh and very delicious. My husband and I cannot wait to return . 10 stars. read more

For the high price the quantity of food was very lacking. Our chicken tikka masala was decent, but 5 - 1" chunks of meat and a lot of sauce was very disappointing to say the least. The $22.00 entre didn't even come with rice (which is a very inexpensive item to include). Overall experience was negative and would not go back or recommend this restaurant. read more

Best Indian food in Tempe! Do not miss this place if you're in the area. Absolutely amazing food and service. Kiddos to the chef, owners, and staff. Thank you for bringing in this goodness to our neighborhood. read more

If you're searching for a dining experience in Phoenix that goes beyond the ordinary and transports you straight into the heart of India, then look no further than Bahaara. I've tried a lot of Indian food in Phoenix and nothing compares to the meal I just had at Bahaara. The restaurant's decor is a tasteful blend of traditional and contemporary Indian aesthetics. Even the restroom, often overlooked in restaurant design, is impeccably maintained and thoughtfully styled. I love the bar area and sign, as well as the Ganeshji statue. Now, onto the real showstopper: the food. Bahaara offers a menu that spans length and breadth, with each dish crafted with authenticity and a modern touch. read more

Food was fantastic. The naan, tika masala, and butter chicken were all perfectly cooked and delicious. They did a great job remodeling the space from the previous. The bar is large and inviting. Highly recommend! read more