Cilanter is nothing to look at from the outside (or really inside for that matter). However, the staff were friendly and made sure that I was well taken care of. You order at the kiosk and they prepare your food and call your name when it's ready. I ordered the saag with potatoes and the gentleman also gave me a complimentary pink dessert. I've had Indian food all around the world and always love ordering saag. When I tell you this was one of the BEST saags I've ever had I'm not lying. Quite honestly it was incredible. The spinach was blended very well, it was incredibly creamy, and there were even some chunks of onions and peppers throughout. The potatoes practically melted in my mouth but still had enough bite to contrast the creamy saag. The meal was spiced perfectly and offered a multitude of complex flavors. The portions were enormous. They definitely gave me enough rice and curry for atleast two meals. If this was the quality of one of their dishes I'm excited to try out more of their options! Utterly fantastic. Don't let the outside fool you- this is a must try for Indian dishes. read more

Cilanter - Potato Saag - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I was very excited to try this when I saw it as I love Indian food. However it felt quite short of my expectations. I did go at 3pm and I was the only person in there, so I'm sure that had some effect on the quality of food. The rice was a little hard and cold, a majority of the toppings were fresh and crisp, but even the protein was a bit cold. The amount of sauce on top was drowning as well. The worker was very nice and walked me through the options which I appreciated. read more

Cilanter - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Cilanter is such a gem in Federal Hill. Here's a shotgun review: - The NICEST staff* - Fast casual, build-you-own meal style - Super fresh & tasty ingredients - So reasonably priced it's a little shocking - Casual stool seating inside - Fridge stocked with freshly made drinks - Tough parking situation** - All of the sauces & add-ons are so good*** *All of the employees are so nice & genuine. They'll answer every question with enthusiasm & detail. They'll talk you through every ingredient & add-on to help you create the perfect masterpiece. **There's a 15 minute parking spot right out front, but it's Federal Hill. You gotta kinda fight for it. ***I love the mango salsa they make. I also mix two of their sauces together to create my dream spicy/creamy combo. Don't be afraid to ask about mixing or going 1/2 & 1/2 on something! read more

I've been wanting to try this place and finally went. I was not disappointed! The service was fantastic- they were running behind and could not have been nicer about it- threw in an extra side for us. The food itself was so good- very fresh and well seasoned. We got a variety of things and all of it hit the spot. Will definitely be a repeat customer! read more

This time, I really got a feel for pairings and selecting my toppings, sauces, and spices. It's an Indian food bowl and after reading over the menu, I got my kind of bowl i wanted. This place can accommodate to vegan eaters, or just a non meat kind of day choices. The staff can easily accommodate and recommend great pairings and explain very well what flavors will be like if you prefer or are more into spicy, sweet, savory, or just a non spicy friend~ The Mini Samosas are a must because they are the most crunchy and best side! I would love a whole bag of the samosas~ The drink options have many spices and can be Interesting ~ I enjoyed the refreshing lemonade because it wasn't too much of an adventure ~ This is my new favorite place for Indian food ~ The whole place is clean and a usual take out place with some seats but don't expect an in restaurant experience where your given seats~ read more

Cilanter - Street Style Chickpea Bowl (V) Fennel Mint Lemonade Mini Samosas - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Came back to try again after the event to try out a different type of bowl. This time I was more prepared on what to expect because I've had it before and I read the list of sauce and sides listed up above which I did not notice It's a small chipotle style Indian Mexican fusion restaurant where you can pick and choose what you want on a bowl. This time I ordered the chipotle chicken bowl, mini samosas and cold chai latte. I wanted to try the steak but was not ready and didn't have time to wait at the moment. I really liked the bowl this time more so than last time because I knew better what I wanted in my bowl. My personal favorite combo was chipotle chicken with saffron rice, sides, guacamole, spicy sauce and tahini sauce. Very flavorful but still healthy and doesn't feel heavy. Mini samosa was great as I remembered. It's a must try when you come here. I think it's best I had around all the Indian places I've tried at. Cold chai latte was okay. Similar to mango lassi I tried last time I think it's a bit too strong spice flavors for me personally. Service was good like last time but still it's kind of difficult to understand sometimes because of thick accent but it's part of the experience. I highly recommend you spend time to read the menu and list of sides/ sauce up above to check what you want before you place your order. Overall definitely a great and refreshing option since there is nothing like this place around RI area. Definitely would come back again to try the steak bowl. read more

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Cilanter was an interesting fusion of Indian food and Chipotle style bowls! I got chicken tikka and steak in my bowl, along with many different toppings and a mix of sauces they had recommended. It was a filling and healthy meal! read more

Cilanter - Bowl - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Not sure why this place has so many positive reviews. We originally were going to eat at the establishment but decided against it as it was not the cleanest. The food was not fresh and we even found a hair in it. The girl was very nice though and conceptually it was a great idea, the execution was extremely poor. read more

I love anything that has to do with Indian food. That's why I think this concept they have created is brilliant! Quick and easy ordering and staff were super friendly. Loved the art work on the wall. I went with the chicken tikka masala bowl and it did not disappoint my tastebuds. Go get you some Cilanter asap! Happy eating! read more

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Maybe they were just having an off day: flavorless chicken, gummy roti/wrap, bland rice. They were out of several menu items, including some sauces and toppings, and most of the ingredient containers behind the glass were empty. So the food was basically a wad of dry chicken and dough with a watery yogurt sauce. No freshness, no bold taste. Ended up having to throw it away, sadly. read more

This was my first time visiting and I was really impressed. My bowl was delicious. The employees were helpful in selecting the items for the bowl and answering any questions I had. They offer bowls, wraps, salads, and tacos. They also have samosas, chips with hummus, and a variety of gourmet drinks. There is some seating inside and 15 minute parking is offered. read more

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I come here frequently and I always enjoy the food. My favorite thing on the menu definitely is the chicken quesadilla. Restaurant is clean, food is prepared well, and the service is great. Zee is usually who takes my order and he crushes it every time. Thanks! read more

I tried cilanter for the first time and loved it. When I walked in, I noticed it was exceptionally clean and I felt really welcomed by the employee. He was also very kind to explain the process of ordering a bowl and what each topping was. I ultimately built a very diverse and colorful bowl and it tasted amazing. There were savory flavors, sweet flavors, garlicky notes, and I was able to try each of the rices they had so it gave it that much more flavor. I would definitely come back and try a different bowl. Parking might be a hassle but side streets are usually the way to go. read more

Cilanter - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Decided to stop in mid-day while in the area and was greeted very warmly. It was my first time stepping in and the person building my bowl was happy to answer my questions. I like places where I can curate my own combination of flavors. The rice and steak were flavorful and tasted great with their house-made sauces It's a great place to stop and get a great meal when short on time. read more

Just what I needed at the end of a long day! They had a several rices to choose from, including Saffron Rice and turmeric rice. There were a bunch of toppings that worked really well together, including a cabbage and carrot mix, corn, cilantro, onions and some add ins for extra. For $10.95 for a bowl, I thought it was a decent portion (the same size as your average Chipotle bowl) and the flavors were spot on. You can choose your sauce at the end depending on the flavor profile you're going for (sweet and smoky, refreshing minty, etc) and I had enough to split into two different portions. Would also recommend the mini samosas to try! read more

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If you're in the mood for some fresh, tasty Indian food but are short on time - Cilanter is the way to go! Convenient, fast-casual place with friendly staff with yummy bowls. Had the pleasure of trying their chicken tikka bowl, which included well-seasoned succulent chicken over a bed of fragrant rice and other fresh fixings. Check it out! read more

Cilanter - Chicken Tikka Bowl - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Cilanter is in the midst of Federal Hill and a new addition to the multitude of ethnic restaurants along Atwells Avenue. It's like an Indian buffet and a poke bowl bar had a baby. You pick your protein then add veggies and sauces piling everything from spiced chickpeas to mango into your dish. It's a fun way to mix it all up into a flavorful chaos of food. You can sit inside or outside and people watch while eating. This is a good choice for vegetarians as well. After dinner take a stroll down Atwells Avenue to savor the sights, sounds and smells of Providence. read more

Cilanter - Flavorful mash up - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

After spending a long day at a nearby convention, I headed over to the busy area of Federal Hill for dinner takeout and decided to stop by Cilanter, formerly Tacos On The Hill, Greenapple, and King Kabobs. Cilanter is a modern Indian fusion serving up similar dishes/items as its predecessor including bowls, burritos, salads, and tacos,  but with its own spin on the ingredients, proteins, and fillings. Rice choices include saffron rice, curried lemon rice and quinoa & rice khichdi. The protein choices include chicken tikka, chicken masala, malai steak, lentil makhni, and tandoori tofu. Veggie choices include fajita peppers, purple cabbage salad, chopped lettuce, desi cucumber salad, chopped cilantro, chopped onions, mustard pickled veggies, and fried chillies. Dressing choices include mint cucumber raita, kashmiri chilli, mango vinaigrette, tangy tamrind, coconut chutney, and lemon pepper tahini. I placed an online order after I found a parking spot on the street near Cilanter. I ordered 2 Bowls including the Chicken Tikka Bowl ($9.95 plus tax) and a Tofu Bhurji Bowl ($11.95 plus tax). I also used the coupon code on the menu page for $5 off $20+ order. After ordering and paying online, I could see my order slip pop up from behind the counter and staff began prepping my food immediately. My order was all set and packed in about 7 minutes and they gave free samples of their mini bite size samosas with my order. The bowls were heavy and loaded with plenty of my requested fillings rice, and proteins similar to Chipotle bowls, but with mostly Indian fusion ingredients. I barely finished one bowl and enjoyed the other bowl the next day. The flavors were spot on and very fresh. The mini samosas were one bite each filled with mashed chick peas. I would definitely stop by again for more Indian fusion food. read more

FIREEE. 10/10. Ordered this honestly just wanting to try something new and this is probably one of the best things I've had in a bit. Everything is simple but it's very fresh and flavorful. I knew it was good even when my boyfriend devoured it. read more

Cilanter - Chicken Tikka Bowl, Currried Lemon Rice, Garlic Sauce, Mint Sauce, Lettuce, Red Onion, Tomato, Cucumber Salad, Fajita Peppers, Cilantro, - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Never had Indian fusion and I'm glad I tried it. Man that helped me was so friendly and helped me decide what I might like based on preferences. Ambiance could be quick in and out or chill eat in outside or inside. Definitely try it if you're even on the fence about it! read more

Cilanter - Chicken Tikka Bowl with modifications - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

The food is delicious, I feel like it's similar to CAVA but better. The place itself is really chill and clean, great to eat in or to go. The staff is also so patient and accommodating, I would definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

What a great find! Delicious! You need to take a few minutes to study the menu, but there is no rush and the staff will patiently explain your options. Mix up your own special bowl, salad, wrap or tacos, there is a lot of customer participation here. Our bowls were fresh, delicious and exploding with flavor. The staff is friendly and very helpful. Parking is street side and not hard to find. Definitely look forward to returning. read more

Just tried Cilanter for lunch for the first time and WoW was I impressed! It's an amazing, flavorful option and different from the regular lunch options. I recommend the curried lemon rice bowl with chickpeas or the tofu bhurji bowl. I also ordered the mini samosas (8) which were so delicious, I think I could have eaten multiple orders! They are served with a side of tamarind sauce. You can pick two different sauces and I opted for the mint yogurt and a cilantro sauce. Both were amazing and helped cool the palate for the kick of spice that happens ever so often while eating from the roasted peppers I chose to add to the top. It was delicious but a treat for sure since it was about $18 with tip and I didn't even order a drink. The mango lassi looked really good, maybe I'll get that one next time! The guys working there were really nice and reiterated that everything was fresh and made in house. I don't think you can go wrong with lots of options and vegetarian friendly ones too! read more

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I'm so happy I discovered this gem! It's definitely a healthy take out spot that won't deter you from your health goals, but also so delicious. The person at the counter was extremely kind and took the time to explain the dish I was interested in and answered any questions I had. Definitely worth checking out! read more

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Delicious, fresh Indian food and very friendly staff! More takeout style. I would go to this place more if they moved from Federal Hill since the parking is tricky. read more

This place is such a hidden gem. It was my first time there and the man behind the counter explained everything to me with the biggest smile on his face. He recommended I get the garlic and an Indian sweet and sour style sauce for my chicken tikka bowl and it was fantastic. It's like an Indian Chipotle (but so much better than Chipotle)! I got the bite sized samosas, and tamarin sauce for dipping which were amazing. To drink, I purchased the mango lassi which was so creamy and smooth. Every meal comes with a free chai tea as well! There's enough food in this bowl for me to eat it for lunch tomorrow too and I'm honestly so excited to eat it again. I'm already adding this place to my food rotation. Friendly and attentive service, fantastic food, free chai, and they play fun Indian music! If you're reading this review and are considering going, take this as your sign that you seriously need to try this place. read more

Cilanter - Delicious chicken tikka bowl with chickpeas, mixed greens, the quinoa rice, garlic sauce, and some other yummy toppings! - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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PHENOMENAL I wish I could have taken a photo but this was so d@mn good. The only downside is the parking situation sucks! The food was fresh, veggies were crisp, and there was just the right amount of heat to it all. Very well priced for the amount of food that you receive. Great customer service. Walked in and the gentleman was super kind and went over all of the proteins, toppings and bases. My wife and I are definitely keeping this spot on the rotation. You put this place on a street w better parking and it's a wrap. But for now I'm willing to risk the ticket to get this food again. read more

Saw this place on instagram and decided to try and glad I did- amazing food and lovely people. I got the curried lemon turmeric rice with the Desi Chicken Tikka with all the delicious toppings - A plus. Give this a try!! read more

This place is SO good. One of my top go-to lunch spots during the week. I love the variety of quality vegetarian protein options, and all of the ingredients are so delicious. read more

Cilanter - lentil Lentil Makhni Bowl (V) - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Came to Providence for Comic Con and stayed at a place close to Cilanter and I'm glad I did! Their food is delicious and the customer service was top notch. Homemade sauces, tender chicken, fresh as can be! Highly recommend. Be prepared to have your expectations exceeded. read more

I've only been here a couple of times, but so far I'm impressed. I like the concept -- think Chipotle with Indian flavors -- and the selection is good. The staff is very helpful; on my first visit the clerk recommended a sauce based on what else I had in my bowl, and he was right! My only ding is that the interior of the shop leaves something to be desired: bare, stark, hot. But take-out is a great option! read more

I wish I took a picture of my meal but I was too excited to eat it. Needless to say, the food was delicious. The establishment is a "chipotle-style" Indian fusion restaurant. The flavors are bold and fresh with lots of toppings and options to choose from. The workers are very knowledgeable and can help guide you if you aren't sure what to order. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to try something new read more

Amazing food. Quick and clean and delicious!! I got the tikka bowl with lemon rice and some add ins Ordered delivery so can't speak on the restaurant. Good food for a good price!! read more

Good new Mexican Indian fusion. Lots of good healthy options. Great for take out too.

The food tastes great. The service is nice, employees are very nice. They don't have tables and chairs to sit but do have bar stools and bar tables. The place is nice. Good to meet up and enjoy a meal with a friend. I do wish there were pre-selected bowl options. I did not know what all the sauces taste like so I was afraid to add something that does not go with a particular protein. They gave me sauces on the side. I will go there again. read more

Cilanter - Chicken Tikka Bowl - Indian Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

The owners were excellent and kind. They walked us through the menu and gave great suggestions. The food was delicious. It is a lighter version of our favorite American-Indian food. Definitely recommend! read more

Affordable healthy innovative and delicious service was quick and friendly! Art work is lovely too.

We were from out of town and wanted something fresh and casual - this was delicious!!

Leaving the PVD area & wanted a quick bite to go, this was perfect! The staff was super friendly, describing flavor profiles of all the options to my kids as they custom built their wraps with the various delicious, fresh fillings & sauces. Everything was clean & tidy in this welcoming, unassuming gem. Don't forget to grab a homemade mango lassi from the fridge by the register! read more

I made my second visit to cilanter this past weekend and one again it was magnificent! I had a bowl with the quinoa/rice base and half tofu half chickpeas for the protein. I added a few toppings and have had two full meals of this bowl along with the addition of some greens I braised and roasted vegetables. I can't wait to go back again!! read more