A Hidden Gem for Indian Cuisine in Ashburn, VA. I travel for food …read more.. Saffron India in Ashburn, VA, truly delivered a chef's kiss experience. From the moment we arrived, the service was friendly and attentive, the ambiance was relaxing, and the food--absolutely outstanding. I drove 1.5 hours for my birthday lunch after a day at the spa, and it was well worth the trip. The standout dishes were the lamb chops, garlic naan, and the crispy spinach and spicy shrimp--all 10/10. I also took home the Chicken 65 and Tiger Prawn Shrimp ( a must have ) both of which were just as delicious. Be mindful that they close at 2:30 pm for preparation before dinner service, so plan accordingly. I left with enough food to last two days, and with plenty of parking in the shopping plaza, this spot is a must-try for any food lover in the area or just wanting to venture out . Highly recommend!

The food was great, albeit EXPENSIVE {!} THe service was up to the usual Indian standard. THe…read morekitchen was also accomodatimg.

This is Spice Circle Desi Tadka's 2nd location, while the OG one is in Falls Church…read more Their menu is extensive, offering apps, salads, various veggie/kabob platters, curries, biryanis, burgers, kid options, and other daily/weekend specials. We ordered: +the Golgappay - aka, pani puri or phuchka; small and crispy +the Beef Nihari - a weekend specialty; had the right amount of spices and was flavorful; you can tell that this was slow-cooked, as the meat was tender +and, the Peshawari Chicken Karahi - prepared with tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and bone-in chicken; note that there are no onions in this dish The place was clean, bright, and spacious, with its elegant touches. Service was friendly and attentive! Plenty of parking in the large plaza lot. +friendly service +nihari is a weekend special +plenty of parking

I was on the hunt for a dinner buffet and luckily tried the Friday night buffet. The service was…read moregreat and attentive. There was an abudance of food options offered. Some of my favorites were the veggie pakora, chicken Tikka, palak, and kheer. Recommend trying and go hungry!

In 50 years of restaurant dining from McDonalds to haute cuisine in multiple global cities I…read moreexperienced something at Ashburn Biryanis Grill that I've never encountered anywhere else-- beggars. That's right, a woman and a baby at the entrance and a second woman with a baby at our table. This is entirely inappropriate. I don't care how good the food and service are. This is Ashburn Virginia, not Bangalore! I told the management and they did nothing. The beggars were still there when we left. The decore is nice. The food as good, but that's negated by this bizarre occurrence.

Unfortunately, this was a very disappointing experience…read more The service was poor from start to finish. My phone order was not processed correctly, and when I arrived at the restaurant, I had to wait an additional 25 minutes before receiving my food. The mutton biryani was equally disappointing. Compared to my previous visits, it had noticeably fewer pieces of mutton. The pieces that were included were unusually bony and, unfortunately, many of them were burnt, which significantly affected the taste and quality. On my previous visits, I had also noticed that multiple staff members answer the phone, and at least one of them could benefit from additional training in handling customer calls and communicating with U.S. customers more effectively. I overlooked those issues because the biryani had always been excellent. Sadly, this visit was different. Between the poor service, the long wait, and the decline in the quality of the biryani, it was a disappointing experience. I hope the restaurant addresses these issues and returns to the quality that made me a repeat customer. An if owners are reading, my orders are under name 'Singh'

We were not very impressed with this place. I don't understand why Indian restaurants try to make…read morethe food extra oily. We ordered the chicken seek kebabs, the Aloo Gobi, and the Punjabi chicken curry along with some naan's and roti's. The Gobi dish was cooked properly, but was very sour - way more sour than it should be and the chicken curry was not very good and bland. The chicken kebabs were decent but very oily. Also to add insult to injury, there was only one waitress across the 10 or 12 tables that they have in there and on a Friday evening all the tables were full and the poor waitress was struggling to get the orders in and also bring the bill to the ones that had finished eating. Maybe this is an OK place to go during weekdays but definitely not on a weekend or on a Friday evening.

Samosas were really good. I haven't liked any samosas in the DC metro area at all because the dough…read morenever tastes good, but this time the dough tasted homemade and good. The chaat tasted really great; it was watery, a little like soup. Not sure why? I used the extra sauce as a dip for the samosas, which worked out great. I had the food delivered through an app and the delivery was prompt and the packaging was done well.

Really, really good food. Huge portions, and really good service!! The resteraunt is also very…read morebeautiful.

I used to come to this restaurant more often, so it has been here for what feels like decades! Like…read moremost Indian restaurants these days, they only have buffet on the the weekend. Service was exceptional and the restaurant was very clean. We ordered the lunch specials, one butter masala and one butter chicken. Both came with naan and a side to choose from (lentils or chick peas). The naan was so perfectly cooked, I couldn't stop eating it alone. The actual curries were small portions, but being that we had the sides, it was sufficient. I would love to return for the buffet one day when I am back in the area.

Love the catchy and unforgettable name Delhi 6…read more Why Unforgettable? Let me count the ways: 1) Amazing and authentic food. Old school. They do a weekend buffet and ensure that they have fresh, new, creative appetizers and dishes every time. 2) Something for everyone - northern dishes, southern dishes; a great selection for the first timers and spice or curry phobes. 3) Okra, spinach and red kidney beans ( 3 separate dishes today) prepared like I/all of us have never tasted before. 4) Amazing, pro active and very polite staff. The owner is so hands on and ensures all is well. 5) Ample room for big groups and parties. Last time I was here with a group of 10 was on Saturday 8/19/23 ( old Yelp photo) and everyone enjoyed themselves. 6) Great and relaxed atmosphere. The decor is just gorgeous with items and fixtures imported from 7700 miles east of Virginia. 7) 2 old school and just gorgeous desserts today - the rice pudding loaded with raisins and cashews plus the mini donut balls in syrup. 8) My mother came to visit me in 2022 and loved this restaurant ( old Yelp photo) and the service. In fact we were here twice during her birthday week celebrating in August wow 18 months ago. 9) Clean and spotless. The staff is on the ball. 10) A refreshing change from the 15 Indian restaurants in Herndon 10 miles away, all with food that tastes the same.

This is the best Indian restaurant in Virginia. If you like Indian food and are within driving…read moredistance, you owe it to yourself to try this place. I know my opening statement may be contentious, but bear with me. We really like good Indian food. I am originally from the UK so am very well versed in Indian food. I have been in the US for 30 years and have tried Indian food all around the US. A few years ago we moved to Ashburn and was surprised by the lack of good Indian restaurants as there is a noticeable Indian area population. We tried a few and reviewed them here. So when we visited Delhi-6 for the first time in late April 2023, we were cautiously optimistic but ready for for whatever might happen. We went on a friday and we were hungry and assumed there is a buffet, mainly as they advertise it but the days are not clear. There is only a buffet on weekends, but despite what the sites say, this place is open at 11am and not 11:30am, so that is good news. I ordered Lamb Vindaloo, HOT. my wife ordered the Chicken Biryani. We got garlic Naan as well. The place was empty because of the 11/11:30 issue which hopefully they resolve. The restaurant is large with tables for large groups and the service was very attentive. After our wait, the food came out. Holy moley. My Lamb Vindaloo was probably one of the best if not THE BEST Lamb Vindaloo I have had in my entire life. The meat was flawless. No fatty pieces, or tough bits. It was soft and flavourful and so great I can't even think of anything negative to say about it. As I write this I am drooling just remembering it. The sauce was thick and spicy but also had perfect seasoning telling me the chef knows how to balance the flavours and elevate the fantastic lamb. The Naan bread was thin and crispy and held the vindaloo sauce wonderfully. The chicken Biryani was superb. I came with crunchy onions on on top, the chicken was super tender, and the rice cooked to perfection. It came with a beautiful raita. The chef is an artist for the palate. But wait, there's more! We went back in early May 2023 for the buffet. This time they had fried cauliflower which was indescribably great. They had chicken Biryani and I would say 15-20 different dishes. During our visit they also had a lamb Madras. This was another fantastic dish, with the same quality lamb meat, with no fat or tough parts, clearly cooked with love for hours. The flavours were incredible with a richness from all the herbs and spices that was very enjoyable. They also had a Butter Chicken which was texbook superb. Aloo saag was creamy to perfection just the way it should be served. Your opinion may vary, but here is me telling you, if you like Indian food, you owe it to yourself, and Delhi-6 a visit.

Nina & her family owns the place. They been open for 4 years…read more This restaurant is beautifully decorated. We got the Napali green tea, lamb achari jhol, pork momo and naan. I like the strong citrus note of the green tea, it was very soothing. The pork momo were juicy and they make the skin in house as well as the chili sauce (if you like spicy, ask for it). The lamb achari jhol comes with rice, but I recommend you also add an order or two of naan.

The food was amazing! The jhol is delicious and the momos were wonderful. The green tea was also…read morevery good - enough that we ordered a second cup. The service was perfect and the overall vibe is very relaxing.

Hashtag India is a south Indian eatery chain with both veg and non-veg options. This location is in…read moreBroadlands, VA and has plenty of free parking in the lot in the complex. Inside, there's lots of seating options, good for families and groups. There's also private booths and a themed jail seating option, requiring 18% gratuity added to your check. Also, if you sign up for their rewards, you get $10 off your first purchase. They also have a made to order chaat on certain days. We ordered takeout, but the service was great! We got our food quickly and pickup/payment online was easy. Generally, the food looked pretty fresh since you could see it out in the heated trays in the restaurant. The mirchi bajji mixture was unique and flavorful, but the medium was just a little bit too spicy to enjoy. The veg chili momos, gobi manchurian and onion samosas were crispy and seasoned well. Also, they were a good price for the portion. The street style veg noodles were a bit salty and tasted like the burnt part of a wok. However, overall, the food was tasty. I'd recommend coming here or ordering takeout if you're looking for good south Indian appetizers and mains!

My friend and I came in planning to order a few things, but once we saw the menu, we realized how…read moremuch of Indian cuisine we'd never tried before. It turned into such a fun experience. Our server, Nani, was wonderful and helped us pick a few favorites, including the chicken butter momos. The mixed grill platter was excellent, especially the tandoori chicken, which was incredibly juicy. We also loved the mushroom pepper fry, street-style chicken fried rice, paneer lababdar, falooda, and the desserts. Everything tasted fresh and full of flavor. A couple of dishes were definitely spicy (the Special Chicken Curry lived up to its name ), but that's on us for overlooking the menu description. The restaurant is spacious, the menu has an incredible variety, and it's the perfect place if you want to branch out beyond the usual Indian dishes. The only thing we missed out on was the chaat because they were sold out, so we'll definitely be back for that. Great experience overall!

A beautiful experience, from the smiling & friendly service to the elegant plating to the superb &…read moreflavorful dishes. Everything we tried was excellent. 10/10 recommend. My favorite dish was the the sukuti sadheko appetizer -- the goat was almost jerky like, chewy (in the best way) but still tender; and spicy. It was served with these rice crispies that looked plain, but had so much flavor on their own. It was a fun & delicious play on texture, flavor and spice. The braised yak was tender and warm with the spices and rice, yum. Loved all the options for goat, lamb, yak, etc. There were also plenty of options for vegetarians as well.

t's been a long time since I last visited Himalayan Wild Yak, and I realized I never left a review…read more We went for dinner this past Friday and headed straight to the bar. The bar area is big and spacious, and usually sitting at the bar means better, more attentive service. The place was mildly busy, so I expected things to run smoothly -- but that wasn't the case. Right from the start, the bartender wasn't very attentive. We had to ask multiple times just to place our order. For appetizers, we tried the Goat Buttan and the Wild Boar -- we wanted to explore some of the unique delicacies on the menu. Both dishes were interesting, and the Goat Buttan and Wild Boar were actually pretty solid. Unfortunately, the service continued to be an issue. We had to flag the bartender again just to order our entrées and even for simple water refills. We ordered the Mutton Taas and the Yak Chili. The Yak Chili was very good, but the Mutton Taas was extremely dry -- like eating cardboard -- and lacked flavor. Throughout the night, our bartender was constantly absent. More than once, we had to ask another bartender to get his attention so we could get basic service. After finishing our meal, we ordered a dessert, the Gulab Jamun. The presentation looked nothing like the picture -- more like a sloppy drop of pudding -- and the taste was just as disappointing. And again, we had to flag down another bartender because ours was nowhere to be found. Service overall was lackluster, and the tip options started at 20% with no 18% choice. For the level of service we received, 15% would have been more appropriate. I won't be returning anytime soon unless I'm specifically craving their unique delicacies -- which is once in a blue moon.

Food: Craving pizza, I found Pizza Twist on Google and went with the some pizzaz. The garlic flavor…read morewas just right--not too overpowering--and the mild spice level added a nice touch. They offer conventional toppings, but the unique "twist" pizzas are worth trying! Service: While the food was great, the service could use a bit more attentiveness. The server was helpful with recommendations but seemed a little rushed. Ambiance: It's a quiet, laid-back spot, right across from the Ashburn Fire Station. Overall: A solid choice for creative pizza in Ashburn. I'll be back to try the wings, but hoping for a slightly better service experience next time.

Pizza Twist aka Chicago's Pizza with a Twist is a pizza place with unique flavors. We ordered…read moretakeout from here from the website, which was user friendly. The ranch costs extra, but was definitely worth it. The medium pizza fed our family of 4 perfectly. I wish there was some sort of spicy sauce or something that added flavor and moisture to the somewhat dry crust and toppings. However, in this area, this is my favorite Indian pizza.