As we are on the mailing list for this restaurant, a favorite of ours; we learned and immediately…read moresigned up for their "SHAHI DAAWAT-KERALA" : an authentic culinary experience of the south of India. (Shahi Daawat means Royal Feast or Royal Banquet historically signifying grand meals from princely kitchens with rich dishes, luxurious presentation and cultural elements and often themed around specific Indian states of festivals and tracing back to royal recipes. Kerala is a coastal state on the south of India having a coastline of about 400 miles along the Arabian Sea. The food there being popular for their fresh ingredients, rich spices, coconut and seafood.) First of all we were both greeted with a beautiful and fragrant Jasmine garland by the owner and staff outfitted in typical dress and we were seated on a table with banana leaves as our plates for the first portion of the feast (yes; it was a feast!!!). The appetizers started arriving promptly with a variety of proteins starting with chicken deliciously seasoned and delightfully crunchy. The chicken was followed by Medu Vada with Coconut Chutney and Pan Roasted Prawns, Vada with Chutney and a delicious Mushroom Pepper Fry. Then the entrees began: Idli and Sambhar, Lamb Chettinad, Kadala (chickpea) Curry, Egg Roast, Pepper Chicken, Cabagge Thoran and Kerala Fish Curry. This was accompanied by Malabar Paratha and Lemon Rice. Although the portions of the individual items seemed small, cumulatively became overwhelming, but I would not change it at all. It seemed as if we were welcomed into someone's home and they were gladly sharing all of the dishes of their region. It was a magnificent and comprehensive compilation of dishes from Kerala and I am glad it was so!!! The desserts were three; Kozhikode Halwa (different than Halwa from Northern India; Kozhidode Halwa this delicacy melts in your mouth and it is popular not only in Kerala but in Arabia, Persia, and London. Food historian have traced its origins back to centuries ago), Coconut Burfi (a traditional treat made with coconuts milk and cardamom) and Coconut Kulfi (a delicious frozen coconut milk delight). During the meal the chef, (himself native of Goa, southern India), servers and the owner visited the tables to answer any questions. As if we were transported to a Restaurant in Kerala; It was a delightful, authentic and memorable experience, one that will not be forgotten! We will return to their next experience. Thank you Mehfil, as your full restaurant name suggests/meaning (Mehfil; Yaaron Ki... apno ki=A gathering of friends and loved ones) We definitely felt the love.

Came in Sunday afternoon and left... disappointed. The gobi manchurian and chili paneer were both…read moreoverly sweet, and both were ordered as a a "medium" but neither had any heat at all, which is almost impressive in the case of the chili paneer. My husband's chicken biryani was more like a curry rice, and the flavors were all wrong. My son's chicken tikka was fine, but that could be because it was ordered as "mild". Overall, I wouldn't recommend. For the high rating and the high price point I expected something more authentic.

Just ate at Chai Pani for the first time and could not be more satisfied with the experience. Not…read moreonly was the food outstanding (definitely recommend the kale pakora chaat), but the service may have been even better. We had Ezra as our server and he was so charming and considerate of everyone's needs (we had a big party). Thank you Chai Pani and thank you Ezra!

Wow. Just wow! What a freaking 10/10 experience we had on our visit to Chai Pani. For starters, the…read moredecorations throughout were beautiful. As for food, I cannot recommend the matchstick okra fries enough. Even if you don't like okra, please give them a try. As someone who doesn't like okra normally, we were convinced by our waiter to give them a try and I am so glad that we did. So crispy and salty, just a wonderful way to start the evening. Highly recommend the chaat as well, full of flavor and a refreshing start before the main dishes arrived. They all sounded good, so really a personal preference on which to go with. For the main dish we opted for both Thali's, butter chicken and the saag paneer. Both were delicious and full of flavor, again I don't think you could wrong since you get a little of everything on your platter. Our service was phenomenal as well! Our waiter walked us through the menu, gave us recommendations, and was very attentive. Food came out super quick as well so all around 10/10. I will now be waiting ever so impatiently for our next visit to Asheville so that we can give more of the menu a try!!

5 Stars - Fantastic Indian Food with Consistent Quality…read more I've been to Botiwalla several times, and it never disappoints. I'm a big fan of Chai Pani, and since it's the same owner, I expected great food and they delivered. The Desi Salad is absolutely amazing and a must try. Fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. If you're looking for approachable, high-quality Indian street food with bold flavors, Botiwalla is a winner every time.

One of my favorite places to eat. I love Botiwalla by Chai Pani. Everything is always tasty,…read moredelicious, and packed with flavor. I've eaten at all the Botiwalla's in North Carolina, both in Asheville and one in Charlotte... and I love them all. The staff is always very friendly and the locations are always very convenient, such as, the one inside a Food Hall in Charlotte or the one in Downtown Asheville, which was the original Chai Pani... great vibes and cool spots for sure. If you've never been to a Botiwalla by Chai Pani... you have to give it a try, you won't be disappointed. You can never go wrong with the Vada Pav or any of the wraps.

Indian Aroma is one of our favorite restaurants in Hendersonville. Whenever we have errands in the…read morearea, we try to plan them around lunchtime just so we can stop here to eat. We were a bit disappointed today to learn that the lunch buffet is now only offered Friday through Sunday, but we understand that was likely a necessary business decision and respect that. We both ordered combo lunch meals (Madras vegetables and tikka masala). It was a generous amount of food and delicious as always. We boxed up the leftovers and have enough for both of us for lunch again tomorrow. The staff were courteous and attentive. There were several other tables enjoying lunch. It wasn't too quiet or too loud. We always enjoy coming here.

Have had this place twice, once we ate there and then next time got as takeout. First time I asked…read morefor mild to medium spice level for my tikka masala and it was definitely mild. My husband got medium and I enjoyed his much more so the next time when ordering takeout I asked for medium, sadly received mild again. Hoping third time will be a charm. Garlic naan is pretty tasty here! Staff is also very friendly here, looking forward to trying their lunch buffet soon.

It is their fault!!! This is why I can't eat at any other restaurant of great Indian food!! Yes,…read morethese are the owners of this restaurant have ruined me for life!!! I tried to go in two different restaurants where I live in the USA, And it's never good enough for me. I tasted good food in San Antonio, Texas. But I was being robbed. This restaurant has spoiled me for life. If I ever get back to Greenville South Carolina. This is the only restaurant to go to!!!! 5 star!!! And it's not just one item. It is every single piece of food that they create in this restaurant. Clean!! I mean the whole place is clean even the driveway even the parking lot everything. The locals complain about the traffic. But the real test is when you walk in and taste. This restaurant has ruined me for life. The best food all the way around!! Thank you. I have not been there in 16 years. One day soon.

We visited this restaurant for the first time with our family while casually looking for a place to…read moreeat in Scarborough. It popped up with great Google ratings, and since it was New Year's Day and a working day, we assumed it wouldn't be too busy. Turns out we were wrong--we had to wait about 30 minutes. That said, the small and cozy waiting area made the wait comfortable, and since we were dining with a kid, the staff kindly offered us a corner table, which we really appreciated. For appetizers, we ordered the Paneer Triple Platter. Unfortunately, the first batch was served cold and felt undercooked. However, once we mentioned it, the staff immediately replaced it with a fresh batch, and it was excellent. All three marinates were flavourful, and even the onions and salad were well-marinated and delicious. The only downside was that the paneer cubes were quite large, so the flavours didn't fully seep inside, making it feel a bit heavy at times. For the main course, we tried their highly reviewed Rara Paneer, which did not disappoint in terms of flavour. The Mushroom Masala truly stood out and ended up being my favourite dish of the meal. We paired the curries with butter and garlic naan, and everything was served in generous portions. While the pricing is slightly on the higher side, the quality and quantity completely justify it. The ambience is royal with strong Indian vibes, making it a great choice for special occasions or family dinners. Although the service felt a little slow at times, the staff was always attentive, warm, and accommodating, ensuring our requests were handled well and that our overall dining experience remained positive. On our next visit, we're definitely looking forward to trying their momos and Manchurian, as we heard many good things about them. Overall, a place we'd happily return to.

We made a reservation and arrived early, waiting at the bar we were taken care of with friendly…read moreservice. Our meal was delicious, fresh, and hot! Tony, the owner was fabulous and took the time to talk us through the Atwood of making an authentic Curry. It was our anniversary and they surprised us with one of their desserts, a beignet soaked in a rose water syrup. All around a 10/10 experience. The ambiance is intimate and the decor and a well done.

The lunch buffet has a nice assortment. The soup was excellent. All the food was prepared mild…read morerather than heavily spiced and was of the highest quality. Our table was promptly cleared by welcoming staff as we returned to the buffet. My vegetarian sister found plenty of good things to eat, and we both enjoyed the setting. If you've ever been afraid to try Indian food, this place is good to introduce you to the many wonderful flavors or Indian cuisine without overwhelming you.

Great place to eat, very busy which is a good thing... I can tell it's a very popular place... I…read morehad the tandoori chicken and fried okra which was a nice treat... My wife always gets the sloppy Jai which is similar to sloppy Joe but with a kick... I would definitely recommend the food and this place...

Quick service, lively atmosphere, and food is flavorful and delicious. Very reasonable pricing, I…read moregot an app, drink, and main for $24. What is not to love? Ps: get the lamb kebab sandwich.

Excellent Pakistani food. Friendly staff…read more The rice dish was excellent and plenty to take home for for lunch's.

The best Biryani of my life! I ordered this delivery. It was literally the best I've ever had…read moreflavorful hot fill with plenty of nuts and they did not skimp on the ingredients. There was also plenty of chicken. Support this business if you're in the Asheville area.

One of my most favorite places to eat in Asheville. I've been here several times and have…read morethoroughly enjoyed their lunch buffet. Every dish is tasty and has just the right level of spice to it. Servers are very polite and love that they add an Indian touch to their attires. In my most recent visit, we had chai there and it was one of the best chai at a restaurant!

Delicious drinks and snacks, we stopped in here for a quick drink and shared a stuffed chicken…read moretandoori naan bread- it was fantastic! The service was also very friendly and helpful, and the restaurant was really nice inside