I should've had Curry NaanStop a long time ago but I thought the name was too gimmicky- Big mistake . The food is fast and tastes extremely fresh and flavorful. I love a good Biriyani and that's exactly what I got. The rice was moist and my lamb wasn't overcooked or dried out. My grilled and fried veggies in the rice was fresh as well and hadn't just been sitting in one big pot. I could taste everything individually in the rice and you get an eggg. But what was very noticeable was the price. I've had mediocre food in the area for 4-7.00 more a plate in the area. I also like the variety. Everyplace doesn't offer goat. I'll be back for sure read more

I really like this place. What's notable about this place is that the service is exceptionally friendly and attentive. The staff are all very lovely. The ambiance is strange, I believe it's in a former Chipotle and there is a strange mural on the wall that looks like someone made it with AI. The ambiance is really unimportant as it's the food that keeps me coming back. The best part is the lunch buffet. There's a lot of variety, it's very flavorful, the price point is great, and it's made fresh. My only real complaint is that I wish that they didn't use bottled water as it's not eco-friendly and you end up going through a lot of it while eating Indian food. read more

Curry NaanStop - Friday Lunch buffet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

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The food was fresh and flavorful. Everything came out quickly. Enjoyed it all the way to the bottom of the plate

I love this place so much I would love to keep it a secret. The portions are large, food extremely fresh and very reasonably priced. The staff is polite and the place is clean and pleasant. Lots of seating but people mostly order takeout. I think the menu is a charm. There are items I never heard of and am so glad I tried the fried corn masala and curry fish . Every time we get takeout, the food is generous and delicious read more

I tried Curry Naanstop for a midweek lunch today. I was hoping to see a lunch buffet, but they only have that on the weekends. So I settled in for an off-the-menu lunch. The waiter/cashier brought me over the menu along with a small plastic bottle of water at room temperature. I would prefer any kind of cold water, but.....when in Rome... It was a late lunch so it wasn't crowded. The 10 or 12 people I saw eating there all seemed to be eat biryani. Indeed, there are several different types of biryani listed on their menu. I went with some typical Indian fare: vegetable samosas, butter chicken, and butter naan bread. The samosas were absolutely delicious, and came with the obligatory tamarind sauce and mint/cilantro sauce. I must say the mint sauce was particularly outstanding, and had a distinctive fresh taste to it. The butter naan and the butter chicken with rice were also excellent. The following paragraph is a little side rant. I had ordered "medium spicy", but using this spice verbiage seems to be arbitrary. What I received was not as spicy as what I would have liked, but whose fault is that? I'd prefer to use a 1 to 10 scale like the medical community seems to have adopted for your feeling of pain. I have to wonder how each restaurant responds, and do they sometimes hold back a little when they know they're cooking for someone who obviously isn't Indian, and might be easily overpowered with heat? Anyway, until someone comes up with a Scoville Scale listing on the menus, I think we all have to get the feel of each restaurant's spice tendencies. Besides, I said it was excellent, and it was. Next time I will just say "spicy" and take my chances. The environment is simple but clean, with a cool mural on one wall. Service was fine, pricing was average. The food was made with care and well presented, so I rounded the experience up to a 5. read more

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found our new go-to place for indian cuisine! ordered pick up - got a butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, and garlic naan. everything was delicious. i got the butter chicken with medium spice and that level was perfect for me. my husband got the tikka and he liked his as well. the portions were decent for the price. the only qualm i had with this place is the texture of the rice which felt a little off - maybe a little too mushy? regardless, will order again! read more

Curry NaanStop - butter chicken (the camera did not eat first, sorry) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

Make sure to make a reservation on the weekends as this place is packed! Weekdays are good to stop in for the authentic Indian buffet that changes daily! Luke was fantastic serving his customers! The food was tasty and had a great assortment of Naan, chicken, fish, and goat. The flavors are authentic and desserts too. Check out my pictures for the menu. My favorite was the Tiki Masala and Tandoor Chicken! Great place to eat with coworkers during lunch weekdays and with family on the weekends! I will bring my family and friends here again and again as their menu changes daily! Place has seating for families, but gets packed quickly during weekends read more

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Food is outstanding! Excellent service and a nice atmosphere. Very high quality and the menu is diverse . Highly recommended

Came for the Saturday lunch Buffett and it was delicious. A good variety of entrees and dessert. Different rice options and soup and naan. We've also been here for dinner and LOVE the samosas. Service has always been great. Luke is very hospitable read more

Curry NaanStop - Assortment from the buffet. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

First time here. Ordered the Tikka Masala with Chicken. Food was excellent!! The flavors are so delicious. I can't wait to go back. The service was very friendly and nice. read more

This place is pretty new! Located in the strip mall nearby Jewel and Chase bank. Opened about 2 months ago. It is authentic Indian cuisine. We love the naans! We had 2 curry dishes with naans and rice. They have great mango lassi. All are great! Need to try the buffet one of these days! They told us there will be dosa and other South Indian food in the near future. Service was great. Employees are friendly and food came out fast. There were about 4 large tables when we got in on a Friday evening. Did not visit the bathrooms. Ambiance is great for casual dinner. read more

I now understand why there aren't many reviews for this spot. Everyone wants to keep it a secret! We had Saag Kofta, Butter Curry Goat, Goat Fry Biryani, and Garlic Naan. Gulab Jamun for dessert. Our server Amy was very helpful. She explained that the spice level started at mild and that medium was "warming". I've tried several Indian restaurants in the area and this is probably my favorite so far. I tried coming on the weekend for the buffet but the line was out the door. This explains why. We will be back. read more

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First time here and from the moment I walked in, I was blasted by a wonderful aroma. Curry NaanStop is a Buffet so if you enjoy that style of eating then great, but if not, they do have catering but no carryout nor other specific menu options to order from. The restaurant opened at 11:30am but didn't put the food out at the buffet until 15-Till. Then the fun began and past a few bones here and there, the food was so fresh and excellent. The restaurant is also very clean with tall ceilings so the ambiance is nice and it makes a difference with how loud the noise gets around you which I appreciate. The service was super friendly and efficient too! The table staff was on their game and very attentive. They bring you a bottle of water to start and consistently surveys the area for *done dishes* and empty bottles. They even bring you more bottles of water without asking. With all that said, EVERYTHING was freaking fabulous. Even my guest who hates buffets left wowing themselves. Curry NaanStop is a must try! read more

Curry NaanStop - The Buffet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

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Great place for a variety of fine Indian cuisine. The hosts were very gracious. My friend and I enjoyed their excellent buffet. There were items I never heard of and was very impressed with the cooking style. Nothing was greasy. The meats were lean and tasty. The vegetables were cooked to perfection. They are a new family business. The atmosphere is cheerful and very clean. Worth a try! read more

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My wife and I are always on the hunt for good, authentic Indian cuisine. Our go to has been Tava Fresh Taste of India in Morton Grove. And remains our benchmark for food, and ambience. There's simply no better. That said, "Indian cuisine" is no monolith. Every region (I think there are 6 major ones) has its own unique aspects. Tava represents the best aspects of both North and West regions. Curry Naanstop is more focused on North, and their POV differs even within that region! Many dishes have the same name in both places, but none of them taste the same! And we find that both are equally valid representations of the home-style Indian fare we've experienced all over the world. Curry Naanstop is relatively new, about 2-3 months in business. They have their act together, though. We were greeted immediately and cordially upon arrival and shown to a table in a well appointed and clean dining room. The colorful upside-down umbrellas hanging from the ceiling are a great addition to the decor, and hold the noise so common with high ceilings down. On to the food! This is a scratch kitchen. All items are made in house. There's no question that you're getting an authentic representation of what a really, really good family run Indian restaurant should be. We decided to try foundational dishes we use to compare and contrast. Started with Pakoras. Think Indian version of the batter fried veg. platters you used to get at any burger palace, but elevated with carefully chosen spice combinations. These were as good as any we've had, but the star was the mint chutney. The best chutney either of us has ever tasted, bar none!. Butter Chicken is another staple of Northern Indian, and my wife was well pleased with her selection. And Chana Dal is probably the second most iconic Indian dish served in America. (Tandoori or Tikka Masala Chicken tied for first). And Curry Naanstop makes it right! And the best part: They're eminently affordable. More than ample parking. Altogether, deserving of our highest recommendation, 5 stars. read more

I'm not experienced with Indian food but my companion was so some of this is his reaction. I was very impressed by the buffet. Essentially I just took a bit of everything as a sampler plate. All of it was very good. Mostly chicken dishes, some fish, some vegan and even a goat dish. The butter chicken was delicious as was the Tika Masala entree. Frankly there was nothing that I didn't like but I did go back for seconds on a few particularly great ones. I would have enjoyed a western dessert option, perhaps sherbet or ice cream, they did have a gooey "fruit pudding" and a sweet carrot offering that were interesting. Water is offered in bottles (included) My companion and I agreed we would be returning. Two "Thumbs Up" read more

Seems like a new ma and pop shop, owners are still trying to figure it out. I'm cheering them on as I haven't found an Indian buffet for a while. Decent price and decent selection, though they seem to have trouble coordinating enough food at the buffet at the same time. Many dishes empty whenever I went up. Felt like a large family party, loud children roaming around and families having a good time. Enjoyed the chicken 65 and biriyani! read more

Curry NaanStop - Chicken Dum Biryani and seating area - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

First time visiting. We arrived at around 1145 on Friday. Buffet was well stocked and everything was delicious. We love Indian food, and this was some of the best we've had. From dals to biryanis and desserts, spices were complex and flavorful. Not too spicy. Prices were reasonable, and staff were super helpful and friendly. Will definitely return! Shout out to Mark, the manager. read more

Amazing lunch buffet! There were so many choices, and all the options I tried were delicious! We loved the samosas, naan, chicken tikka masala, and butter paneer. We will definitely be back! read more

I ordered carry out. The curry I got was good. Not the best and I didn't care for something that wasn't usually in the curry I ordered, but it was tasty. The butter naan I ordered didn't have butter on it. I thought it was really pricey. I ordered a vegetarian curry and $15 is a lot for the small amount they give you. Even with today's inflation and food costs. Plus, why are vegetarian curries the same price as ones with meat? I might go back if I'm really craving Indian food. But it won't be a regular place for me like Alt Thai. read more

The food was wonderful and our server was very helpful. The decor was fun-I especially liked the parasols hanging from the ceiling. Great value. We WILL be back! read more

Came in Saturday for buffet. Really nice. Reminds me of why I started eating INDIAN food in the first place. A full kaleidoscope of flavors I had almost forgotten about. Fresh. Will be back! read more

This place is great! The dining area was large, open and clean. Everything we had was so fresh, flavorful and delicious. Ammy took our order and she could not have been any nicer. She answered our questions about several menu items and helped us make our decision. We ordered way too much food, as their portions are very generous. We had the Veg Manchurian, Paneer Tikka Fries, Lamb Mughalai, Paneer Saag and garlic naan (2 people). Everything was bursting with flavor. Luke brought our food to us and we were complimenting him on every dish. In my opinion, this is some of the best Indian food I have had. Can't wait to try the lunch buffet. Will definitely be back to try other menu items as well. Highly recommend this place! read more

I was excited to try their food for a dinner event I was hosting because I read the positive reviews but their management and customer service was Not Good thus my 2 star review. They Way Overcharged me for the pans of Naan and entrees when I said that I need to feed about 8 adult portions. Because I had never been there or ordered from them I clearly explained over the phone what I needed and the person the phone assured me the quantities would be appropriate but it ended up being way too much food and WAY too much money - $230 for 8 ppl was too expensive!! Moreover when we went to pick up the food at 6 pm as designated, it wasn't even ready and the cashier was totally making up prices on the spot at the register which was more than they quoted me over the phone. Although their Food was decent, it was nothing extraordinary so next time I know better to order from elsewhere. read more

We finally have a delicious Indian restaurant in this area! My food was delicious and the service was great. I can't wait to come back to try their buffet. read more

We had a fun experience, went on a Friday night! We ordered the masala fish fry and paneer tikka fries as the appetizers and both were amazing! For the main course we had the Chicken Saag and veg biriyani and both were very flavorful and delicious. We ordered the Tandoori chicken to go and it was very consistent but pretty average. The service was very good and the coowner stopped by to check on us. We promised to check out the lunch buffet on one of the weekends. The mural is cool but the ambience is pretty basic. They do not have a liquor license so no bar or lounge area. read more

I would not even give one star as we went for dinner and so upset with the service.i waited for 45 minutes to get food. There was no flavor to food . I will never go back read more

Good quick lunch buffet. Food was good. Clean would come back. Came often to pick up plates. Good service!

Curry NaanStop is where the Chipotle was in this mall. We decided to try it out and we're excited to see an Indian spot open up so close to home. I initially thought it might be a fast casual place but it's a normal restaurant. We went on a Saturday about 11:40 for lunch. We wanted to try the buffet. They asked us if we wanted to wait. We said yes and sat down. Buffet wasn't ready until 12:30. And they open at 11! Once we got to try the food. It was very very good. Some of it they said was medium spice and it was hot! I love it but it may turn off people that can't handle the heat. For me and the kid it was 50 bucks. So, a little pricey. Sunday we wanted to try some takeout. We got butter chicken, Pachi Murchi chicken, a bryani, and some naan. Wife had to wait about 40 minutes for it to be ready but they were a little busy. All of it was good. The butter chicken is just as good as my other favorite place to get it. Amazing! The Pachi Murchi chicken is spicy. I loved it and will get this again. I'll ask for extra spicy next time. Bryani and naan really good. The wait times are long and the prices are a little high for some things. But I'm happy to have an Indian restaurant close by. read more

Came for dinner on a weeknight. Food and service was very good. Will try the buffet on the weekend.. Looking forward to try other menu items. read more

I just had the lunch buffet just now! (Sunday 3-31-2025); Came in around 1:15 pm--man, this place was packed! I barely got a table-- Half of India was in this place along with 2 Chinese or Korean families! I can totally understand why, though: the buffet has around 25-30 North Indian selections, including 4 or 5 different samosas and pakoras, 5 or 6 different chutney sauces, 5 or 6 different biryanis (including my favorite--goat biryani); there were at least 4 different chicken dishes, and just about every awesome vegetable dish you could ever want including tadka dal, dal makhani, paneer saag, gobi Manchurian etc.! The service was quick and efficient too: When you arrive, there's no host nor hostess--you just sit wherever you can grab a table, then jump into the buffet line! The busboy who worked the whole restaurant alone, did a great job clearing all the tables quickly and efficiently! The manager - Luke - did a great job ringing up everyone's check quickly, cheerfully and efficiently! He even informed me that if you pay cash, you get a 10 % discount for your meal! (Such a bar-goon!) I more than happily paid cash for my delicious, satisfying meal and had to fight the urge to take a nap in my truck in their parking lot afterwards! The interior is roomy, high ceilinged, with exposed ventilation piping; one wall is brown paneled, the opposite wall has an interesting anime-like mural of a happy, wide eyed Indian family; I really liked the tiny, colorful umbrellas hanging from the ceiling along with the twisted quasi futuristic ceiling light fixtures towards the back, near the wall of 4 flat screen tv's playing Indian music videos and cartoons! In brief, I'd definitely come back! This place is generous with their customers by offering lunch buffets Friday through Sunday! Plus the food is fresh and the buffet price is more reasonable than other Northern Indian buffets in the area! For me the biggest bonus is that it's just 2 miles down the road from home-- Score!!! read more

The food was amazing and well priced for the quality. Our server Luke was attentive and kind. I loved their curry and samosas. Will definitely be returning! read more

Went for Saturday's buffet brunch. There were lots of food options and lots of familes! The service was excellent and the decor was cute/ It's a great deal for $21 per person! read more

This is a new Indian restaurant. We tried Naan, Chicken Mughlai and Goat Fry Biryani. The food was awesome !! Spice level was moderate and the quantity was good. We need to try their lunch buffet. read more

Chicken tikka masala was excellent and made me pollock paneer (sorry if I misspelled) even though I didn't see it on the menu which was fantastic. I substituted the butter chicken for goat which was a mistake.. goat was very chewy and game taste. Lamb would have been the better choice. If you take my word for it, go with a bunch of people and order a little bit of everything! Next up to try is the dosa hopefully made on the towa. For those of you who watch best ever food review show;) read more

The ambience is good.. buffet was not good.. very less food and not fresh. I would not go back.

Food was great and I received amazing service from Luke. For a brand new restaurant I hope they stick around!

It's so great to have an Indian restaurant nearby--and the food is really delicious. I've been to their weekend buffet 3 times now and have been impressed by the variety of offerings and the depth of flavors. The staff has always been very friendly and welcoming. Will definitely be back! read more

The food was very delicious and fresh. We had the chicken cashew with a mild spice. Our new favorite local Indian restaurant.

Had buffet Loved the food both veg and non veg and the service . Will come back nice ambience too .