Food is always amazing, and the service is great! Very helpful employees whether you know what…read moreyou're looking for or not. a great hidden spot tucked away in Turkey Creek, definitely deserves a try!!!

So... For a few years my wife and I would frequent, "Bambay Palace" in Turkey Creek. Then one day…read moreas we were going to order delivery, we realized it had changed name and management. To be honest, I kinda lost interest. I'm a creature of habit, and when I noticed our "go to" Indian food restaurant had changed name and management, I lost interest. Then last night, I again looked for a local Indian food restaurant that delivered because I LOVE INDIAN FOOD!! Sadly, my wife not so much. But that's another story lol.. So I got on my Yelp app and up pops Taj Indian Bistro. I checked the menu, had my wife have a look, and she found a dish that she thought she might like. And for whatever reason, DoorDash delivery was offering free delivery, so I thought "what the heck" I'll give them a shot. I have to say, I was skeptical about a few things on their menu. Do they serve dishes with rice? Or do I have to add it to the order? Are the portions small? None of those questions were answered in the delivery menu. But I gave all of the above a shot. Then: THE FOOD WE ORDERED WAS EXCELLENT! Of course rice was included. The Onion bhaji was amazing and almost too big of an order for one person! The Garlic Naan bread was perfect, and our main course dishes were TOP NOTCH (my wife didn't care for hers, typical.) After her mentioning that "It's Ok..) I tried it and it WAS ALSO DELICIOUS !! If I had anything negative to add, it was DoorDash. I personally HATE delivery services. They're all a major ripoff. But Taj is my new favorite Indian restaurant. We'll dine in next time.

The cashier was super nice and was very helpful. They recommend options and answered all of all…read morequestions. The food is a bit pricey but it makes sense as it's in a food Hall. I wish there was more meat I felt like for the price in the portion of it was really disappointed. The food was yummy. I did not really love the naan. I just think the place really throws me off as the portions in the meat just didn't represent how much we spent.

I tried the choley masala. I didn't like it. I ordered mild and we found it too spicy to eat. Raw…read morecayenne was the primary flavor. Did not taste authentic. The rice that came with it was hard, undercooked and did not seem fresh. Small amount of rice but the choley was a generous portion. Service was fine. Place was clean.

Service was spectacular! By far the best service in Knoxville. The chicken breast in the chicken…read moretikka masala was quality chicken. 10/10 will be making this a regular place.

After two trips, one for dinner and one for lunch, we will…read morecontinue to come back. I like it. I don't love it. The Vindaloo dishes are my favorites here. And tandoori chicken. The rest in the lunch buffet ALL have one of the spices that I don't care for. Others really rave about Aroma and I see why. I wouldn't know "authentic" from not, but the dishes here don't seem super American-ized and I appreciate that. Of the several options for good Indian food in the area, we'll keep Aroma in semi regular rotation, but it won't be my first choice usually. The restaurant is always clean and the service is great. The parking is busy at lunch, less congested at night.

An absolute peach of a restaurant and probably the best Indian restaurant in this entire region,…read morenow that several others have shut down completely and started getting bad ratings. The dishes are extremely super expensive for the quantity although everything tastes great and perfect. THE FOOD: We went in for lunch on consecutive days and tried out different items. We had Naan, Roti, Paneer Butter Masala, Veg Starters platter, Methi Mutter Paneer. Everything tasted so good. Everything costs ~ $20 as well and the breads were at $~$6 each. All of them tasted good and no issues. The starter platter was the pick although the quantity was very less for that price point again. Next day we tried Idly, Paneer Biryani and guess what the Paneer Biryani was so delicious and with mild spice it was perfect. It was well cooked and not much of random masala that will make the rest of your day bad. It came with a thick raitha which was decent in quantity. The Idly were a quick filler and Sambar was decent again. The price is the biggest concern here. I just hope they address it. SERVICE & AMBIENCE: The restaurant was not so crowded by the time we went and staffs were courteous. Although not sure how they jumped into conclusion that every Indian who visits them speaks Hindi, and they start to converse without even asking if we understand. That behavior was kinda off. But the service was quick. We didn't wait much. The ambience was good as well. Clean toilets. BOTTOMLINE: A great restaurant if you are visiting Gatlinburg, Smoky mountains and the surroundings and craving for warm and appetizing Indian food. Very pricey for the quantity so plan your meal accordingly. Great service and setting. Would visit again! MY PICKS FOR YOU: Paneer Biryani, Veg Starter Platter

What an unexpected surprise in Pigeon Forge of all places. They have a "Vegetarian Menu" section…read moreof their menu where vegan options are further noted as "V". Gluten free is also noted, We got the Madu Vada, donut like savory appetizer which came with two vegan sauces. For our mains we got Aaloo Gobi Masala and Mixed Vegetable which both came with Basmati Rice. Also included in the order was Tandoori Roti (not gf) They have "Today's Special Dosa's" (not everyday, if they do, a menu for them will be on the table). We've been twice so far and once they had them and once they did not. We've had the same server both times and he is very knowledgeable in vegan accommodations and ensures our meals, including sauces and the like are vegan for us. On our last visit, he gave us a dessert "on the house" and rushed back to tell us it wasn't vegan because it had butter or ghee in it and whisked it away. He offered us a free coke in its place, but we politely declined. We have 1st gen Indian friends who have trained us on Indian food, and the food is very traditional and delicious. The spice level is just right, but if you're not used to he heat in Indian food, you may want to request a lower spice level. The decor is pictures of Indian spices and Indian geography, it's well done. It's nice to have an Indian restaurant of this quality in East TN.

I've moved away from Knoxville and hadn't been to Sitar in several years, so I was anxious to see…read moreif it was as good as I'd remembered. Friends and I met for the lunch buffet. Some of the art has been updated inside, but it is remarkably the same as always. The service is a little terse sometimes, but not rude or ill-intended. They're just way focused on efficient table turning. The food was still excellent, even compared to Indian restaurants in much bigger cities and much fancier places. The lunch buffet remains an excellent value as well. I'm thrilled to have eaten there one again and hopefully introduced a friend to a new favorite.

Sitar has one of the most delicious Indian buffets I've ever experienced outside of India. And the…read moredinner isn't half bad either. It's been a family favorite of ours for over a decade. The tandoori chicken comes out sizzling, a tasty skillet of chicken with onions and peppers. The basmati rice is very good. But I think the real star is the Dal Makhani side that comes with the tandoori chicken, a beautifully complex black lentil dish! I highly recommend it!

Definitely worth the moderate drive to try some of the best Indian flavors in the area. The…read morerestaurant is unassumingly attached to a gas station, but don't let that deter you! Hands down the best Indian food I've had in the Knox County surrounding area. 1 dish is enough to feed 2-3 people - and I wanted to try multiple dishes, so I definitely had to ask for takeout containers and even then I had lunch and dinner for the next couple days covered! I went during dinner hours, but they do offer a buffet everyday from 11am to 3pm - which I will try next time to try more flavors at an even more affordable cost. Food did not come out extremely fast - so a good sign that it is freshly made to order and not just reheated frozen sauces with protein thrown in. The kababs came out sizzling and biryani came out steaming! The lamb was not gamey at all. The hospitality was quick and pleasant also!

The Great Indian Food Letdown…read more Listen -- I'm fully on board with a hole-in-the-wall serving up incredible food. That's my favorite kind of find. And maybe we caught this place on an off day, but for me, this was just... okay. And I genuinely do not understand what the rave reviews are talking about. Coming from Houston, a city with roughly a thousand Indian restaurants where almost every single one delivers, this felt like a real step down. Yes, it's attached to a gas station -- fine, no judgment there. They clearly put effort into making the inside feel a little charming. But our table was sticky and gross, and the bathroom matched. Not exactly the first impression you want. And it left me wondering: if the front of house can't notice -- or doesn't care -- that things are dirty, what on earth is happening back in the kitchen? As for the food, we ordered my personal benchmark trio for judging any Indian restaurant: Samosa Chaat, Palak Paneer, and Dosa (when available). They had all three, so I walked in optimistic -- maybe this sticky-table situation was about to redeem itself. Spoiler: it did not. The Samosa Chaat was fine, no real complaints there. But then my Palak Paneer arrived, and I genuinely did not recognize it. It was a strange brownish color -- think baby poop -- and the flavor bore zero resemblance to any Palak Paneer I've had in my life. I didn't finish it, and if you know me with Indian food, that tells you everything you need to know. My husband's dosa fared a little better, but the chutney tasted off, and there was only one variety with no clear indication of what was even in it -- whatever it was, it wasn't good. Traditionally, we're used to getting both coconut and mint chutney on the side, so this felt noticeably incomplete. Honestly, it was such a letdown that I'm not sure I have it in me to give this place a second shot. I'm just sitting here mourning the fear that I may never find great Indian food again after moving here.

I am so sad he closed. I know he had some problems, but we NEVER had a bad meal. And there are NO…read moreOTHER INDIAN places nearby, outside of Knoxville and the wonderful Spice Hut in Lenoir City. Sad to learn it is closed.

Okay, the owner Abbas is an interesting guy. If we all took the same approach to life as he does…read morethis world would be a great place. As far as the food goes, it's Pakistani home cooking. I went there only half hungry and split three dishes with a buddy of mine and I couldn't stop eating it, that's how good it is. Abass is the chief cook and candlestick maker. He does it all and he needs your support, His prices are good, and his food is fantastic. Go by and visit him and plan to eat there once a month to support him. He's not trying to create ambience or some sort of special experience, this is all about good home cooking Pakistani food.

Ordered garlic naan, chicken tandoori,butter chicken and curry goat. All were extremely good and…read morethe staff were super friendly and helpful with ordering! We ate too quick and forgot picture!

If you're looking for a tasty, quick bite in Marble City Market, Rom's House is a must-try. My…read morehusband and I shared the Rom's Fast Fix-A-Quick Delicious Small Bite with marinated beef, and it was fantastic. The beef was juicy and tender, practically melting in your mouth with every bite. The seasoning was spot on--flavorful without overpowering the natural richness of the meat. It paired perfectly with the rice, which was light and fluffy, creating a great balance of textures and flavors. The only thing that could have elevated the dish even more would be a little extra sauce to mix into the rice. That would have brought the whole dish together, but even without it, the flavor was still on point. Overall, it's a great spot for a delicious HALAL option, and I'll definitely be back to try more next time we drive through Knoxville. Food- 5/5 Service- 5/5 Ambiance- 5/5

I've never had Afghan food and am always interested in trying new ethnic foods if I get a chance…read more So, when I heard about Rom's House opening up in Marble City market, I was eager to try it out. The main entrees are a bowl that consists of meat & rice/veggies topped by a baked bread layer. It comes with a salad and drink. The meat was perfectly seasoned and tender. Really, it's a huge meal for the money and extremely delicious. It's comparable to Middle Eastern or Mediterranean food. But, slightly different in presentation and seasoning. Aside from the main entree, we also tried the fries. My son thought they were delicious and said it was his favorite version of fries. Service was reasonably quick and staff members were friendly. I saw lots of people here trying it out and everyone seemed to really be enjoying the food. Overall: This is a great new addition to the Knoxville restaurant scene. If you like trying different styles of food or enjoy Middle Eastern food, you need to try ROM's House. It's super delicious. Highly recommended.

We ordered through grub hub so can't really say anything about the service, but it did turn up in…read morearound 30mins from time of order. We ordered 3 mains chicken tikka masala, a vegetarian masala and can't think what the third was but it was mainly okra in the dish and a very creamy taste my wife loved it. The portions were big that we got 3 days out of it, plenty of rice. And the naans could have been thicker but were still good.

I've been traveling to Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge for the past 3 years for the holiday season. I…read moreresearch countless videos and recommendations for the best restaurants in the area. I've been disappointed by every single popular recommendation. I can get much better pancakes, steaks, biscuits, ice cream, donuts, and pork in Chicago. This place was a much welcomed change from the usual tourist long line, overhyped fare. The flavors were incredible. The chicken was tender. The lentils were delicious. The cilantro jasmine rice was a bit dryer than I like my rice to be and needed the sauce to work, but I was cutting back on my carb intake, so I didn't finish the huge portion of rice they gave me. Oh and the food comes a bit spicy. Maybe that's way locals aren't patronizing this place, but if you can tolerate the spice, this place is must try! Think a more spicy and saucy version of chipotle for anyone who's never tried Indian food before. Service was standard, atmosphere was roomy and clean, I would even go so far as to say bare. They may benefit from adding some art work to the walls. Bathrooms were standard as well. You wouldn't know you were in a fast casual Indian restaurant if it weren't for the music playing and the smell of spice when you enter. I was here for about 40 minutes and I was the only customer the entire time at 1:00pm. Please come check this place out and let me know if you think I'm wrong