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Cafe Bollywood

3.6 (390 reviews)
ModerateIndian, Halal
Open • 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Kadhai (Chicken / Lamb) and Paneer Pakora (2 Pc)
Marco C.

What this place lacks in charm, plates, or non-plastic silverware, it makes up for with a ridiculously enticing smell and some very strong flavors. Walking down Bellevue Way, I was drawn into this place by the scent that wafted down the street. I ordered the kadhai lamb, which did not disappoint. It was super savory and spicy and full of meat and goodness. The naan was pleasingly floury and paired with it nicely. Overall, it was just better than I expected. It is also nice that they are open late in Bellevue where they roll up the streets at 9:30.

Garlic Naan
Christopher A.

Once again, I have the tandoori chicken and it is absolutely amazing. The non-is amazing, the rice is amazing, everything is wonderful.

Kitchen
Tarun C.

Food is economical and service is fast. It's opened late night which is a big plus. If you happen to get their lady finger ( Bhindi ), do try out, loved it.

Ciara L.

Open late!!!! I love places open past 10pm because I get off work late and sometimes don't eat dinner till after. At 11pm this place was still poppin!!!! Great customer service and food came out fresh and fast! The naan was good and I want to try those desserts from the fridge soon.

Tandoori Roti
Nanda K.

The food was below average. Tandoori Roti - was Cooked on one side and the other side was not cooked. Who gives an uncooked food? The bhature was ok but it felt like the oil used to fry in it was not fresh and tasted a bit weird. Chicken tandoori was good it seems. I tasted a bit was ok. The samosa chaat was too sweet and had lot of yogurt in it. I am a yogurt lover but still could handle it. The samosa used in it was a frozen one. Overall a disappointing experience with the food.

Murgh Malai Kabab
Smrithi S.

We ordered takeout from Cafe Bollywood recently, on a Saturday night ordering after 11pm, we had to wait for 40 mins to get our food (we were told that while ordering). We got Tandoori Murgh, Murgh Malai Kabab, Lamb Rogan Josh, and Tandoori Roti. We liked the Tandoori Murgh, Lamb Rogan Josh was okay. Tandoori Roti was the best item we got, very well made. The reason I am giving them 3 stars is the Murgh Malai Kabab, the kabab pieces were big and had no taste, hadn't taken on any flavor from the marinade. I wish the pieces were smaller and more flavorful.

Samosa Chaat
Michele S.

This is one of those places I wish I could add a half star. I love Indian food and have been meaning to try CB when in Bellevue. Today was the day for some takeout, which seemed to be 100% of their business this particular Saturday evening, despite having a modest amount of indoor/outdoor seats. I ordered a selection of items including one of my favorites, Samosa Chaat. We also had Butter Naan, Tandoori Shrimp, Jalfrezi Vegetables and some basmati rice. The food had to travel about 25 minutes, which I take into account, but the packaging was definitely problematic for my beloved Samosa Chaat. Everything was packed in the same container, mixed together, which means samosa, Chana masala, raita and chutney. Not a good ride for the samosa, which where soggy. The flavors were good, but I would have preferred to have the components a little more defined. Spouse threw his half of samosa out. I am going to try to salvage the other one tomorrow out of the soupy Chana. Similarly, the Jalfrezi was a bit limp and salty. The shrimp were cooked well and generously portioned. Basmati rice and naan both good, but it didn't appear to be Butter Naan. Spouse whipped out our jar of ghee and set things right. The staff was hospitable and offered me a beverage while I waited. I would give Cafe Bollywood another chance if I could eat in or make sure my food was packed to travel.

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Their Chicken tandoori was the best in Seattle. But not so great Biryanis and the ambiance could be better.

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