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    Madras 65 Biryani
    Salma C.

    I've gotten MANY recommendations for this place for authentic South Indian food. Finally, I had the chance to come here. I made a dinner reservation on a Saturday as I wasn't sure how crowded it'd be. I got there right when it opened and got seated right away. The service was attentive and frankly the best I've had in this area. Everyone kept checking to ensure my water was filled, my thoughts on the food, if I need anything else, making sure I don't burn my hand with the biryani pot, etc. The interior is inviting and cozy. They have a nice Indian bench right by the entrance- I appreciated that detail. FOOD: It was VERY difficult to decide what to order. Since everyone kept raving about their dosas, I of course got their Mysore Masala Dosa as well as the Madras 65 Biryani. Pro tip: If you want to try the Kozhi 65 or Kozhi Lollipop appetizer, basically Kozhi 65 is within the Madras 65 biryani it's just seasoned rice comes with it which is a bonus. Overall, the food was delicious. I'm very critical about dosas as I love them, make them, and have had them in India itself. These dosas are definitely the best I've had in the DMV so far. The chutneys were nicely flavored and the potato filling was good. Me personally, I would've loved even more South Indian spice tempering added for more flavor, but I was still impressed! They say the dosa is spicy, but I wasn't phased. The Madras 65 Biryani is flavorful - the chicken is delicious! The raita I wish had more spices, but it was decent. Overall, I would come back to try more of their menu. I had amazing service, vibes, and food. Definitely come here for authentic dosa and South Indian cuisine!

    Vendakkai mandi
    John B.

    The development that houses this restaurant is relatively new, built next to a highway exit that didn't exist when I lived in the area, an area which is not known as a culinary destination and an area which frankly I hate. You have to offer something good to get me to actually take that exit. This place is distinctive in its specificity, offering Tamil cuisine and a surprisingly upscale atmosphere. I got careful service. I've seen the place packed before but thankfully I found a table this time. The menu has only a few items that the casual American diner would even recognize, but trust me, this is the time to get adventurous. I eschewed the obvious choice of a dosa, the lentil-based crepe that some of the other tables had ordered, in favor of a mango chickpea salad. Apparently this is specialty food for a trip to the beach, and if you try this, you'll forget funnel cake. The mix of fresh flavors is both more interesting and more healthy. I also got an okra preparation, the description for which promises roasted spices. This still undersells the dynamic experience of hints of sweetness and sourness, but also the fiery heat that I asked for. If I had room for all of the vegetarian options on the menu, I'd probably have stuffed those down too. As it is, I'll have a little leftover chickpea salad for breakfast.

    Uthiri Onion Pakoda
    Min Z.

    We were blown away by the food, service, and cozy vibe. Even with a full house, the wait was short and the service was fantastic. Every dish was terrific. We enjoyed Dum Goat Biryani and Kozhi 65 the most. Great prices, zero hidden fees. Highly recommend!

    Madurai Goat Pepper
    Philip L.

    Come here for some spice. The food is jampacked with flavor. It is not for quantity but for quality. We just decided to come here without any plans and we were impressed by the decor, the service, and the attention to detail. They have a good amount of selections from modern classics like butter chicken to more unique offerings like Appam. But one thing is for sure: the flavor level is high. A lot of their dishes are very flavorful to the point that one server asked if we needed bread to each all the curry that we ordered. We ordered the appam instead of the naan and thinking back, we probably should have ordered the naan basket. There was a good bit of curry left that would have been best used by eating it with naan. I can see why it was busy during lunch. It's pretty good. Pricey, but good.

    Curry leaf shrimp
    Rahul D.

    Not bad! I will say the real challenge was to secure a reservation. My family and I originally came here on a rather slow evening, but we were unable to ask for a table, and even if we were to get one, they were not able to connect two tables for our party of four. Aside from that, the food was very flavorful. Be mindful that if you're going to ask for medium spicy, it is quite spicy so much so my scalp was sweating. So for beginners, definitely ask for mild. But I will give them points for not lacking on flavor. Members of my family were either vegetarian or non-vegetarian. For vegetarians, we got a Paneer Lababdar- rather sweet for our taste. I think next time we are going to try the Banarasi Biryani. This place in particular specializes in more non-veg South Indian dishes- so if you're up to try something other than your typical chicken tikka masala, this place is for you! Some highlights- Karachi Paneer Tikka, Reshmi Kabob, Chicken Ghee Roast (incredibly rich!) The staff was quite nice, although we've had to repeat our orders a few times to make sure that they got out/incorrect as there was some confusion. I would also recommend trying out their dessert list. They have some very unique flavors that are not found in any other Indian restaurants. I would recommend the Nannari Kulfi. Basically Indian sarsaparilla root ice cream (the same flavor for Root beer). You can also get the traditional dosa. Yeah, she saw a party of six order one large dose of for the whole table, that's a site to see! Overall, though it was a nice experience.

    Garlic naan, butter chicken, tikka masala, Tandoori Lamb Chops
    Chixie L.

    Amazing food and service! Did not make a reservation as I did not know that is advised and Lolita was extremely sweet. She took us to our table in less than 2 minutes. Edwin was very attentive and had wonderful customer service! Tandoori lamb chop is a must but warning it is a little spicy. Absolutely love the garlic naan! 100/10 recommend and will definitely return to try their biryani and dosa!

    Amazing food
    Rick K.

    Absolutely outstanding experience! The food was bursting with authentic Indian flavors -- every dish was fresh, perfectly spiced, and beautifully presented. The service was equally impressive -- warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming from start to finish. You can really feel the passion in both the kitchen and the hospitality. Raj the manager was exceptional and polite. Great staff and sincerely super amazing experience. If you love great Indian cuisine, this place is a must-visit. I'll definitely be coming back again soon!

    Small Bites - Okra Karuku Muruku
    Cynthia L.

    Lunch Dates are fabulous and quick service ones are even better! We ordered: an okra appetizer, garlic naan, and butter chicken Everything was tasty and we were checked on during our meal. The butter chicken was a bit more spice-infused than I'm used to (even my sis agreed who loves Butter Chicken anywhere). The portions were quite small in comparison to the price, so my only qualm was the teeny tiny butter chicken dish (and little bits of chicken) we got.

    Uthappam
    Neha R.

    Vibey Indian spot with a rare mix of South Indian and North Indian dishes! The decor feels like an off-the-beaten path cozy cafe. The food is unique and delicious, and the menu flags many vegan items. The staff are also very courteous and kind- we had an allergy in the group and they took it really seriously. Some hits were the Marina Beach Salad and the Thattu Nei Podi Idli- both can be shared as appetizers. The place is definitely a crowd pleaser- I would come back!

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    Ask the Community - Chennai Hoppers

    Are there any options for people who can only tolerate a very little bit of spicy?

    You can always ask the staff to make your food as mild as possible and they will accommodate you. 😉

    Is there outdoor seating?

    Yes

    How spicy are the sambhar and coconut chutney?

    Not spicy at all. A bit of a let down really.

    Is the chicken halal?

    Yes, we get only halal meat. Thank you.

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    India Palace

    India Palace

    4.3(613 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    Enjoyed the lunch buffet today at this well-lit, comfortable restaurant. Service (plate removal…read moreand filling water glasses) was very good. There's a nice selection of items in the buffet, including some vegetarian items, chicken and goat. The garden salad actually was excellent - very fresh, with tomatoes, red peppers and carrots. The tandoori chicken was very moist and flavorful. There were a few fried items - although I try to stay away from fried foods, they were very good. The lentil dish was nicely spiced. The naan delivered to the table was "ok," not great. There's even coffee available on the buffet - and it was decent coffee. The price for this buffet was under $20. There are a couple other buffets in Gaithersburg at a higher price point and might have an additional item or two, but this buffet is solid and we'll be back.

    Tuesday 2/18/25 I…read morehad gone to an Indian buffet in Muddy Branch a few months ago, and my mom had made a lot of claims about "India Palace" being one of her favorite spots for Indian food and Indian buffet, so we're finally putting it to the test. My mom and I came for the lunch buffet for $18 each, and the service was alright, but nothing stood out. You get all of your food from the buffet except for the naan that gets delivered to your table occasionally. Also, as a tip, I'd recommend paying with cash as it's cheaper. I tried a lot of items, so it's easiest to rank each item into tiers of whether I'd recommend it or not: YES: - Mango lassi - Gulab jamun - Chicken biryani - Deep-fried bread (bathura) - Tandoor chicken - Saag paneer - Samosa MAYBE: - Chana bathura - Butter chicken - Goat vindaloo - Veg noodles - Aloo tikka - Beans - Naan NO - Patty looking thing (best way I could describe it as I don't know the name lol) - Kheer - Aloo matar - Rice - Methi paneer - Dhai vada (this was HORRIBLE) Overall, the buffet experience was okay for the most part, as the food ranged from awful to decent. It's clear to see that my mom's claims did not pass the test, and I'd easily recommend the Muddy Branch Indian buffet for my Indian buffet fix.

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    Royal Tandoor - Lamb Vindaloo is legit!

    Royal Tandoor

    4.3(316 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    Came with the family over the weekend. Great food and even better service. Loved the big chairs…read morethat looked like thrones. Kids had a great time. Peshwari naan was great along with the butter chicken, palak paneer, lamb and aloo ghobi. Plenty of food to take back. They had a good dessert that's yellow and creamy with cardamom and saffron. so yummy. We'll be back!

    I found a new favorite Indian restaurant in Gaithersburg! I had driven past Royal Tandoor several…read moretimes, but I'm very picky about Indian food and usually drive about 45 minutes to my usual spots. I'm so glad I finally decided to try it today. The décor is beautiful, lots of gold accents and very clean. I honestly didn't expect the inside to be so elegant. Even the silverware is gold, and the plates have gold trim. It feels upscale but still warm and welcoming. We tried the lunch buffet and it was absolutely delicious. The food wasn't overly spiced, salty, or sweet, everything tasted balanced and made with care, like something your grandma would cook. I went around 1:45 PM expecting the buffet to look picked over or dry (like many places that late in service), but everything was fresh and fully stocked. Great variety, very flavorful, and the meats were well marinated. The staff was friendly and attentive, my water glass was never empty. Lunch buffet is $24.99 per person and absolutely worth it. They close at 2:30 PM and reopen for dinner at 4:30 PM. There's ample free parking and even a party room for larger gatherings. So happy to have found this place. I'll definitely be back!

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    Pre-meal snacks that were given.

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    Spicelife Indian Fare - Where did they learn to make biryani?

    Spicelife Indian Fare

    4.3(359 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    Im updating my review!…read more When you had a hectic Manic Monday...you do not wanna cook dinner. I love Indian food. However on this particular visit I was soo indecisive. Do I want butter chicken, Do I want tandoori or tiki masala?? But then something caught my eye! I saw Briyani and I had it many times before from my sister's group and I absolutely devour it. So , I took a chance. The nice young lady working there was so patient with me changing my mind. So I got lamb briyani, garlic naan, mango lassi, and Rasmalai.(dessert) My spice level has gone down through the years as my tummy cant take spice as it used too :( Had no idea it came with Raita ..a cool yogurt sauce. Similar to tzakiki. We took our dinner home.. and then lamb briyani ( rice dish ) was amazing! It was plentiful. I had leftovers the next day. If your indecisive and need dinner ideas, get this... get it with lamb. Lamb was flavorful and tender. 5 stars.

    Saturday 1/24/26…read more Made a re-visit today to use a $5 coupon I received, which I appreciate, but also I wanted to update my rating as I may have been a bit too quick to crown it in one of my previous reviews. Also, in roughly 9 months, prices have gone up nearly $2 for specific items that I had gotten previously, which isn't a good look. All in all, I still do believe that it's still up there for some of the best Indian food I've had in Maryland, but it's not worthy of the 5-star, as the 4-star fits it better. -- #issa.cheatday

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    House of Curry - Chicken biryani

    House of Curry

    4.6(34 reviews)
    9.1 mi

    Damascus is limited when it comes to eating out, so when House of Curry opened up I was super…read moreexcited to check them out. I was leaning more towards carry out, but hubs suggested we dine in and get the full experience. It was a good move because the food was fresh and delicious! We walked in around 6pm and picked a table. We were immediately greeted and given water and menus. Hubs ordered a tajmahal beer, which we shared since its was 20oz. It was light, crisp, and refreshing. The waitress was very kind and informative with the food options. She suggested the tandoori kabobs so that we could try most of the meat options. My husband ordered that, which came with a side of basmati rice and lentils. I went for the butter chicken which camr with rice, and we obviously had to order naan. The inside is new and kept clean. Its very simple, but comfortable. When the food came out, it smelled amazing. The butter chicken was flavorful and had a sweet taste. I tried my husbands chicken as well, which was the tiki and tandoori chicken and they were good as well. I should've asked for their hot sauce, because I tend to enjoy a bit of spice. The naan came out and it was so soft and fresh.it was perfect to dip in my butter chicken. As we were eating, more people walked in, which I was happy to see. Its good to see businesses thrive in Damascus. Overall, great food and we will be coming back more often, even for carry out, to try more items on the menu.

    First & possible last time…read more 1) Butter Chicken: Ridiculously Sweet - it could be dessert. Too much cream. 2) Aloo Baingan: Too spicy, and I like some spice. Dish was undersalted and had too many woody eggplant stem tops as well as whole hot chilies in it. Very unpleasant to bite into. 3) Palak Paneer: It's supposed to have a smooth, flavorful sauce. What I received was dry clumpy spinach with tiny little 1/2" square pieces of Paneer. Shameful. Also, too much spice. I have no idea why. It's supposed to be children's favorite and not to be spicy at all! 4) Rice: Not fragrant, under salted, and tasted bland. 5) Prices are too high especially for this area. Should be the same prices as Chinese. I was so disappointed. I really wanted to like this place and try a new Indian Restaurant. Maybe I'll try them again in a year or two if I hear better ratings.

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    Our Indo-Chinese specialties.

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    Silk Road Choyhona - Homestyle Potatoes with Mushrooms

    Silk Road Choyhona

    4.3(515 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    The first time I tried Silk Road Choyhona, I had just watch a Youtube video about Uzbek food and…read morehad a craving for something I had never eaten before. To my luck, we had great Uzbek food less than 15 mins away! It was a while ago but we ordered the samsa, manti, kutabi, plov, and chohohbli, and I can't recall what else but we loved it! Last night my husband and I decided to dine in. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with cultural artifacts and art. This may just be a me thing but the serveware was envy worthy. It was gorgeous. I'm obsessed with beautiful dishware. There were only two people taking orders and serving food for an almost full dining room so we were understanding of a bit of a wait time. The staff were very friendly and checked in on us when they could. We ordered the khachipuri, samsa, oxtail, chohobli, steamed rice, pilmeni, and hot tea. Both the khachipuri and samsa were flaky pastries: khachapuri filled with a salty stretchy cheese with a cheese pull that tasted better than it was Instagram-able and samsa filled with a savory meat/onion mixture served with a tomato based sauce. Get one per person because you will not want to share. We ordered fried mini dumplings which are filled with meat and also served with same tomato based sauce that came with the samsa. They were delicious but afterwards I saw that you can get them steamed in a broth, I told myself I have to get that next time. The slow-cooked, tender oxtail was served over the best crispy, fat-fried potatoes I've ever had. The chohobli (chicken stew) was fall off the bone into a delicious tomato-based stew. We ordered the rice to sop up the delicious stew. The tea really helped to cut the richness of all the delicious food. I have not shut up about this place since we had this meal. I will rave about it to just about anyone that will listen in hopes that they will come with me next time so we can order more dishes to share.

    When you can't travel, your taste buds can. Uzbekistan food is not well known, but when you are…read morecraving Middle Eastern food, this may fill your desires. Friendly service, the other table there on a Tuesday night were from that region, speaking in native tongue. Speaking of tongue, that is on the menu as well. We started with pickled veggies, cucumbers, red cabbage and green tomatoes- very tasty! The crispy potatoes were amazing, perhaps fried in beef fat? So Lucious, I doubt it was olive oil. The lamb loin kebab was tender and tasty, and at $10.99 a bargain! The shrimp kabab was just as affordable, yet I though I though they were a bit overdone. Worth a visit - help keep authentic restaurants in business.

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    Silk Road Choyhona - Spacious dining room

    Spacious dining room

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    Assortment of Pickled Vegetables

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    Chennai Hoppers - indpak - Updated May 2026

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