2 stars. I really wanted to like this place but this is straight up gora pakora Indian food. Super toned down. Feels like it's made for people who are scared of flavor. I ordered the chicken wrap. The naan was burnt. Not toasted. Burnt. You can taste it immediately and it kind of ruins the whole thing. The chana masala tasted like dirty masala... like the spice mix wasn't fresh or something was just off. No depth, no warmth, just bland. Indian food is supposed to hit you with flavor. This didn't. Maybe it works for some people, but if you grew up eating real Indian food, this probably isn't it. Wouldn't go back. read more

First time here and was impressed, glad I stopped by. The chicken tikka masala was amazing, said yes to all the accompaniments. In addition the place was very clean and even have ordering kiosks for those who already know what they want. Helpful folk (Xenaria) as well. read more

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Trendy Indian fast-&-casual. Bowls salads & wraps w/ street food sides. Got the Chipotle feel to it, decor & model. Super nice guy walked us thru the menu. Then the other guy brought our food out to our table outside. Inside & out was clean & orderly & restroom was nice smelling too. The Pro Bowl was good flavors but w/ only 3 veggies (I think) plus the chicken, I feel like something was missing.. especially at 13.77 (Other proteins were even a few $ more). It was a bit heavy on sweet potatoes which I like but coulda used more of the others. The portion was average. The flatbread was really good & the drinks were tasty like the mango lemonade. The paneer protein was excellent in my wife's salad. read more

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I usually love Choolah, and always get their food. It's delicious. But as of late, their serving sizes have been absolutely terrible. For instance, when I order the daals they don't fill the cups even to halfway. I ordered 4 cups last night, and was so excited to satiate my hunger but only 1/3 of each cup was filled with food. It was heartbreaking and very dishonest of them. When I also ordered the chopped Serrano peopers they don't fill even 1/3 of those cups too. As I said, yummy food, but the customer service and specifically having integrity and giving people enough food for what they pay for is a must. Please do better. I will be taking a break from this place for some time because I am so disappointed in them. read more

Clear Choice dental implant post-op patients of Westlake, OH... REJOICE! You DO NOT have to choose between flavor & surgical stitch safety in Westlake at all, because the flavorful culinary journey that is Choolaah awaits you... literally just around the corner & just one block from where you will be having the work on your new smile done. And may all the gods of all the tasty vittles on this Earth be praised! Choolaah means "clay pot cooking stove" in India (aka: "Bharat" which is the ancient-future name that is often heard rolling off the tongues of the 2 billion+ residents of the wise & ancient sub-continental land of the Indus these days). This is where the ancient & authentic art of cooking from Bharat is centered. And... as you can see from the pix, this is where the cooking at Choolaah takes place. (When you see four orange choolaah lined up to make your naan & such [naan that is oh so good, because it is oh so fresh & oh so right, just live everything else I tried within my limited, stitch-friendly dietary limits... you know this brightly spiced & hot-sauce assisted cuisine is going to be as good as it is fast to receive.) The food, the atmosphere & the service are all so upbeat here, my spirits were lifted just by stepping into the space, which is hung with a fresh take on the ancient Bharatiyan themes of the wisdom for living well that literally greet you at the door offering all who enter: The Greeting of Namaste, the Kind Wishes of the Butterfly & a Bowl of Great Food, symbols which roughly translate, "Because I see the Divine in YOU, I seek to serve your Soul with the BEST bowl of FOOD by which I can nourish you today." And nourish, the friendly folks at Choolaah did. I had two meals worth & then some... Roasted Veg Bowl, Tikka masala x 2, Basmati Rice (the Raj of Rice), Naan (which I dipped in my tikka masala to soften it up, Doc, so that I didn't rip my stitches), Mango Lassi x 2, Pav Bhaji (which was a new taste treat from the street that my partner, Aashita & I will definitely be offering as part of our own family-style menu at The Fools Rush Inn Club via our FeniTours.com Vacay with a Purpose Experience when we land in Goa, India later this year), and -- of course -- Kulfi, because there must always be KULFI! So, whether you are trying to keep your spice profile at the top of its game after oral surgery, or just plain looking for some good food inspired by the best of what Bharat can inspire in us all, head on down to Choolaah for a quick & enormously tasty bite. OR better yet... have them cater your next tasty party wherever you may go in the Greater Cleveland Area. This is truly BBQ that meets the spirit of BBQ: Good Friends, High Spirits & Good Food All Around, so that no taste bud is left behind! And you, my foodie friend, deserve to be met on that plane in this way today! SO... Y'all Come! read more

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We went to Choolaah to grab a quick weeknight meal. The entire restaurant was nicely decorated and the staff were very friendly and helpful. They had a number of vegan options clearly marked on the menu. That was helpful. I ordered a tofu bowl with veggies. It had a nice flavor and was plentiful. I also ordered a side of wheat naan and samosas. The naan comes wrapped in tin foil and clearly marked vegan. The naan was a little soggy by the time i unwrapped it but it was still good. The samosas were tasty and nice and crispy. I like the idea of having a pick up window and you could see a large number of take out orders ready to go. Indian food is amazing and Choolaah is a good choice for fast casual meal. It was a pleasant surprise to find out the restaurant originated in the Cleveland area. read more

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food is amazing!!! the front lady ahlecia is such a sweetheart and the manager angie was very kind to us. will definitely be returning for delicious food and great company! read more

This was a super quick, convenient, and tasty spot to satisfy my Indian food cravings! I enjoyed the concept of the restaurant and how customizable everything on the menu was. I ended up ordering a Choolah bowl with white rice and chicken tikki masala. I loved how many options there were for different dietary restrictions - not just gluten-free, but also vegan and vegetarian and the menu was clearly marked. My food was really flavorful and my only complaint was that I wish I had just a little bit more rice to really soak up all of the tikki masala sauce. I also ordered the chilled chai (i can never, ever pass one up) but felt like it tasted a bit watered down, which was kind of disappointing. The store felt very spacious, had plenty of seating, and was also decorated nicely with tons of colorful artwork. I honestly was a bit surprised that the store wasn't as busy as I expected when we walked in around lunchtime on the weekend! read more

Choolaah - Build your own bowl (chicken tikki masala) - Indian Near Me - Westlake, Ohio

Choolaah Westlake recently had its grand opening. I was pleasantly surprised at the flawless operations and helpful staff when I visited on a Sunday afternoon couple days after their opening. Their bold colors, modern décor, and an open kitchen set the scene for a vibrant dining experience. The staff were super welcoming and helpful, navigating the menu like seasoned pros to help me with my order. Choolaah Bowl with Chicken and Tikka Masala is wow inspiring - tender chicken coated in a creamy, tomato-based sauce with just the right kick. Naan sopped up every bit of that deliciousness (pro tip: ask for it extra crispy!). The Salmon Choolaah bowl with Chickpea Masala delivered a mouth watering aromatic chickpea based sauce over white rice. I could just each the sauce and rice. The salmon added extra bite of aromatic seafood protein. The Samosa Chaat definitely has much room for improvement. I wasn't prepared to need to break up the samosa myself and mix in the sauces to get it to be a chaat. I'm used to Samosa chaat being served mixed. The samosa were also on the cold side. Choolaah is a fresh and exciting addition to Westlake's dining scene. The vibrant atmosphere, friendly service, and flavorful food (with a little tweaking on the spice level) make it a great spot for a casual Indian dining. I'll definitely be back for more, and I'm excited to see how they evolve in this early stage. read more

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Friendly service & flavorful dishes. The tofu is excellent & spicing just right. So pleased to find as we traveled thru OH.

Pretty good as a fast casual Indian restaurant. I liked that they have plenty of vegetarian, vegan and kids options. read more

Choolaah - Pav bhaji - Indian Near Me - Westlake, Ohio

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It's good for American palete. It's an amazing place to dine ... like every thing looks awesome. As an Indian it's unfortunately tasteless food . Tikka masala sauce should be tasty (even if it's not spicy ) . Even the machine made samosa is tasteless . read more

First time trying Choolaah. Ordered the Paneer Wrap and they said they were out of onions. Wrap was pretty sad looking. Yellow lentil side was super watery. Not sure if I will be back. read more

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Excellent service and food was good, but compared to authentic Indian food, all the dishes are mild in flavor (richness and spice) Also way pricey on sides like yellow lentil...I know the economy sucks under Biden but c'mon man! read more

As someone who grew up eating Indian food with friends, this is a great addition to the Westlake area. This reminds of a chipotle style restaurant but Indian food. We were greeted by the cashier as soon as we stepped into the place, she asked us if we had been here before and if could explain the menu to us. She did a great job. It was a very clean place. Very basic and not a whole lot of stuff all over the walls. Nice and clean. We ordered the Choolah bowl, perfect balance and the choolah salad. Kids loved the choolah bowl, I enjoyed the perfect balance bowl and my wife loved the salad. Only thing I would add to the menu is garlic naan, I'm a huge fan of that and it would be perfect with the bowls. read more

We'd been to two locations before this one opened and we have been sooo excited for the Westlake location because it's so close to us! The staff is great, the food is great and this is the most beautiful location we've seen. I highly recommend their chicken wrap, but they have so much to choose from! read more

I wanted to like the food but I landed up with severe food poisoning a few hours later and still recovering. This was a first time trying the venue. The presentation was good which is why I gave a star. read more

Clean, tasty, and fabulous staff. Great value for the money and you will leave planning to come back or suppress your craving. Choose the earlier. read more

The food is great here!!!! The samosas are so wonderful!!!! Yum , Super Delicious!!!! read more

We came in as first timers and ended up deciding on two of their signature bowls. Customer service was phenomenal and the food was tasty!

This place is bomb! From the food to the service everything here exceeded my expectations. Even my picky 2 year old was obsessed with the rice and Tika masala! They also had the freshest most flavorful naan I've ever had in my life. Definitely put it on your list for the next time you want a quick - super filing bite to eat. I promise you won't be disappointed. Oh and I also received free ice cream/ drink cards from how much I enjoyed my meal which I thought was really sweet read more

Choolaah - Free food! - Indian Near Me - Westlake, Ohio

Choolaah is simply amazing, and part of Cleveland's food mecca! This was our first time there, and from the moment we entered, we were greatly assisted by Chris' kindness, willingness to answer our questions, and hospitality. The food, excellent employees, and dining atmosphere was 'second to naan'! We were also pleasantly surprised to see the great Ohio native Tom Megalis' awesome abstract art work lining the walls! Lastly, the Kulfi Indian ice cream dessert, infused with cardamom, was 'to die for'. When an eatery is able to pull off great customer service, healthy and tasty food, and a welcoming fun dining area, it is a winner for sure! Shout this place from the mountaintops (or Terminal Tower)! read more

Went here for first time with my son. Not knowing the menu, Pauline the Manager snd Megan were super helpful is helping me pick a meal. Hot the bowl with paneer - really good with tiki Marsala sauce. Naan was good as well. Definitely worth a return visit! read more

This place just opened and we were highly anticipating it. They did not let us down! The food was AMAZING! They have all the essential Indian food. The service was fast and everything was delicious. Highly recommend! read more

Great Halal food, My kid loved the Naan Pizza , The Mango lassi was soo good too! The staff are so friendly and patient enough to explain the whole menu. read more

Fixed our Indian craving in a hurry. Would definitely recommend. "Fast" Indian food, but quality and service was delightful. Will definitely visit again. read more

Tried Choolaah the other day with a small Togo order. When you enter you can either order at the counter or on the large easy to navigate self-ordering kiosks as you enter. On this visit I ordered the lamb wrap and a Mango Lassi. In my personal opinion I thought the lamb was juicy, well seasoned and cooked perfectly. The wrap it was rolled in was soft, fresh and delicious but I truly believe the wrap really needed some kind of sauce to bring it all together. I don't know if it was just missing or if I needed to specify that I wanted some kind of sauce with it. The kiosk didn't give me the option. As far as the mango lassi it did not do anything for me, I did not find it very flavorful at all. Overall I think there is potential here, but on this visit I would say it was slightly above average for me and will give it another try someday. I would recommend giving Choolaah a try if you are looking for a quick healthy options for a meal. read more

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I got the Perfect Balance bowl with lamb and chose the yellow lentil to top the rice. It was delicious, a perfect combination! The lamb meatballs have great seasoning that makes it so appetizing. The yellow lentil was perfectly seasoned too! The service was excellent! The cashier was helpful and nice. His name is Justin. It was my first time at Choolaah and he patiently explained how to order. He even let me sample some lentils so I can choose well what I want The restaurant was cozy, clean, and nice. I like the fresh flowers in vases on the table. They added a vibrant color to the dining area! read more

food is amazing, i got the Chicken Masala Bowl that came with rice chicken and my choice of masala and i got naan bread. their bread is fresh soft and combined with the perfectly seasoned chicken and masala is so good. Service is so kind and welcoming unlike most fast food places, everyone had a smile on their face and seemingly enjoyed being there and serving. Service was also quick yet outstanding. Inside and outside this establishment have interactive games, such as cornhole and magnets with words inside. Will 100% return again!! read more

Decent and OK are probably best 2 words. The person at the register was great. She knew and explained everything. Food came quickly. Seating is limited. Noisy in front. I would try again but my companion said they would not come back. read more

This is cheap fast food in a cool looking space. Two meals, $25: You get yourself plastic forks, find a seat (not a lot of seating) and wait for your cardboard bowls on pretty, colorful trays with: 1 mixed salad, nothing special and very little dressing 1 bowl with 1inch packed rice, dry, topped with a thin layer of lentils, dry, and three lamb meatballs (tasty but dry). Indian food is juicy, rich, yummy, lots and lots of flavor. Not here. read more

Great food and amazing service! I would recommend anyone looking for an Indian bite to eat to check this place out. The location is very clean as well. read more

Awesome experience today. Very friendly staff, excellent food, at a reasonable price. Nice addition to Westlake!

Amazing service! Every time I step into the restaurant I feel like there's something new to look forward to. One day they're painting nails for free another day they're giving free flowers for Mother's Day. The manager is constantly there making sure if everything is good and if you need anything. I am a big fan of Indian cuisine and food is exceptional along with the pricing being relatively reasonable. The interior of the restaurant is very nice and refreshing with a modern/warm type of feeling. Overall, I would highly recommend anyone who hasn't visited to stop by and see what the restaurant has to offer. read more

Tasty food and fun atmosphere for a casual spot. The ordering system / screens we not the most intuitive, I'd prefer to just order with a person Next time, but the staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Quick and clean. Great 10/10 service!! read more

The lamb is fire! The superbowl is the best select. Get it with the lamb ! The owner is also very gracious. If you'd like to try everything before making a decision he's allowed that as well! They also make their own ice cream! read more

The food is absolutely delicious, and the atmosphere is so cozy. The staff is always friendly and attentive, making you feel right at home. I highly recommend trying their flavorful curries and their perfectly spiced naan bread. Trust me, you won't be disappointed! read more

what a jem, delicious and amazing service. Love the convenience and quality for getting quick Indian food And the vibe is nourishing as well. read more

Fresh, tasty Indian made quickly and in an open kitchen- great meal, really friendly staff who genuinely cared about our dining experience. Clean, upbeat environment. A new go to for our family!! read more

It's a fast food restaurant, but the service is very friendly. Food is great. Ambiance is better than any fast food around. I highly recommend it. read more