This time I tried the tofu curry rice and a lavender milk tea with grass jelly. Really enjoyed the…read morecurry rice. Not comparable to what you get if you visit a real Japanese curry house, but still delicious. The menu marks it as spicy but, while it was warming and hearty, I didn't think it was very spicy. I like how they prepare their tofu - the texture is perfect for holding sauce. The lavender milk tea was the basic stuff from a premade mix. Not bad but not great. I think they may just have used too much of the mix because the drink was very sweet and a little thick. The grass jelly was also firmer than usual so I suspect this was a premade canned brand of not particularly high quality. I do sometimes like bubble tea made from tea mixes, so I might try different flavours and toppings to see if other options are better. They had regular waiter service this time. I had a different waitress than last time. She mentioned that she had just started, but she was very nice and did great.

The picture was alittle deceiving. I ordered the crepe cake expecting creamy light and refreshing…read more This one tasted really stale and not fresh at all. The cream between the layers was quite stiffened and dry. You might have needed a knife to cut through the layers. Yes... that bad. I also ordered an americano coffee, the cashier didn't really offer cream or sugar... so I had it black which is fine, but bc of how stale the cake was, it did not help the coffee any. I'm hoping it was just an off day. The young cashier seemed like she did not want to be there and I totally feel her, I remember being that age and not wanting to work, so it may also be a staffing issue as well. Overall, was kind of disappointed in my visit here. But there are other places in Bloomington to try out so no worries.

This updated review is still mostly based on the buffet. I've been to the buffet a handful of…read moretimes, and gotten dinner service once. It's not bad food, and some of the items are great, but particularly on my most recent buffet trip, I felt like the curries were the most Midwesterenized take on Indian food you can get, like they've had the pizazz sucked out of them. Out of all the curries on the Sunday buffet, the only ones that really satisfied my craving were the malai soya chaap (this one was great, with big, tender pieces of chaap and a rich gravy) and the saag paneer (theirs is not like any other version of the dish that I've had, but I've come to like it for what it is). The rest of the curries (and this goes for other visits too) were just very stewlike, and the gravy on the shahi paneer was the thinnest I've ever seen. Aside from the underwhelming curries, the other buffet food was fine, but nothing else stood out. I've only tried the saag choley and chai a la carte. Again, the saag dish had kind of an nontraditional texture, but it was good. I ordered spicy and got way more flavour than you get out of any of the buffet dishes. Someone in my group ordered the chili cheese naan, and I didn't have any, but it looked delicious and he said it was great. The a la carte chai was also slightly better than the buffet chai, a little richer. The buffet chai didn't do much for me, but I'd get the a la carte chai again. The pros of the buffet are that you get to try a large variety of comforting dishes for a very good price: $15 with card or $14 with cash. It's very vegetarian-friendly with a wide variety of veg dishes. If possible, go for the Sunday buffet, which is the same price but includes a slightly expanded food selection and drinks (mango lassi and chai). The waiters are polite and keep the buffet stocked. The cons are that it can be very crowded inside (but the patio is more comfortable when weather allows) and the Midwesternness of it. But if you have unadventurous eaters, it might work for them. The place is very popular so evidently it's working for someone. Dinner service is a little better but I still don't think this is the place for very authentic Indian.

It's still the best Indian cuisine in Bloomington…read more Took friends this evening; great food. Oddly, service was yawning at best, and it wasn't crowded. We've also noticed that the carryout portions are larger than the dining portions, all the way around (naan is the same size). It was great; we sat outdoors, and paid cash, because there is a discount. Yeah, we save dimes where we can-- they add up. Tough to go wrong here.

I freakin LOVE Urgent Foods. Probably the best food Ive gotten out of a truck…read more They are allergen conscious, so optioms for everyone. I had onion rings the normal deep fried way, but they stuff guacamole. Yes...I said they have dee9 fried guacamole!!!! If thats not enough to convince you to give them a shot, you may need a new tongue or brain :) The sandwich I had (mighty veggie) was absolutely delicious. Many of my friends have had other options and loved it.

Best street food in Bloomington!! The selection is awesome, spanning from handcrafted sandwiches…read morewith their own special kick, to kebabs, and even a excellent deep fried grilled cheese. You can't go wrong here. Everything they put out, is awesome. Nearly everything is Kosher/Halal with gluten free, vegetarian, and paleo options.

No frills, a full hole-in-the-wall legit Arabic experience you can enjoy near IND. Feels like you…read moretraveled the NE African region in that short lunch drive-in. Shawarma with curry infused topped with sour cream was definitely delicious. أوافق!

Best kept secret of the West side! It's definitely hole-in-the-wally (aka inside of a grocery…read morestore), but their food is absolutely incredible and the staff is beyond kind. The place is very unassuming - walk up to the counter and order from the menu. We got chicken and lamb with a side of rice and salad. They also brought some fresh bread - I could eat that bread for days. So freaking good. Their lamb and chicken were so flavorful and tender, the meat was just falling off the bone. Very soft, rich in taste, and massive portion. I don't think I had better lamb before, and I've been to a good number of Middle Eastern restaurants in the U.S. And prices are reasonable. Definitely coming back again and bringing friends. What a find!

Food was less than mediocre. My boyfriend said the lamb haneeth was not flavorful, and the rice was…read morecold. I ordered a fattoush salad with lemon and they brought me one with vinegar which was sour. The ingredients were not fresh, the tomatoes were soggy and the lettuce was wilted. The pita chips tasted like saturated oil Chinese take out fried noodles. The falafel had more sesame seeds than chickpea and were nothing like the ones in the picture on the menu, they were miniature little balls. Overall it was a really poor experience. The silverware was dirty the whole restaurant looks dirty and unkept / not maintained well. I was afraid to use their restrooms. The lady serving us was nice and she was the only one working, making drinks and serving the tables. The only good things were the hummus and fresh warm pita and the lemonade with mint.

We had a wonderful experience and amazing food here! The owner Samir took great care of us,…read moreanswered questions, and was so friendly as were the other staff. The hummus was the best I've ever had! And their fresh mango drink was delicious! Make sure you get some baklava while you're there too!!! We can't wait to come back.

Went her Sat evening before a show at the Murat Theatre. It's a half block walk. Time was short, it…read morewas a 40 minute wait for a 2 top. Luckily there were 2 open bar seats. We sat, ordered beverages and the burgers. We got in and out in 40 ish minutes. If I had more time, sitting on the patio would have been nice. I noticed a lot of carryout orders being picked up, so I knew it must be good. We are not local to Indy so finding a quick good meal was important. They had a decent local beer tap list, so I was happy to try a new to me brew. We got one Tillamook Cheddar Burger with fries, and a Patty melt with onion rings. It must have been one huge onion! Both burgers were cooked to our request, both sides were delicious. The service was efficient. I would come back if the opportunity arises.(The show at the Murat was also great).

Bru Burger Bar, you seem to becoming one of our Indy 500 traditions. You have an extensive cocktail…read moreand beer menu, many burgers to choose from along with a variety of sides. Our server quickly greeted us and took our beverage orders...they carry only Pepsi soft drink products. She quickly returned beverages on tray, then took our orders. I opted for the Patty Melt along with a side of onion rings. The entrees arrived in the blink of an eye. My Patty melt and onion rings arrived fresh and hot. They even tasted great too! The hamburger patty was thick and juicy and cooked the way I'd prepare it myself. Portions were more than ample. After finishing my "feast" it was time for dessert, a Root Beer float, served in a tall larger glass with an ample portion of ice cream. I would suggest ordering it for two...it's that big. All enjoyed their burgers and we're looking forward to returning next year. * I purposely didn't review the other meals served, as they will be doing their own Yelp reviews.

Found the vast wall of coffee from Michigan in bulk, hopefully the beans are fresh. Grinder is…read morelocated at register. Lots of variety for candies, beverages, dairy and many International variety of eats. Friendly staff in a clean store.

You can find many great foods here, many with an international fan club. It's not cheap. There is a…read morewine selection that rivals any in the city. Asian and Middle Eastern foods about. They're usually fresh, and in variety. Therein lies my sense of discomfort. I started to like some of those selections. Then the inventory disappeared. Gone. Is it because of tariffs? Bad ordering cycles? Student invasions? I can't tell. I walk out empty-handed, as the items I'd been accustomed to aren't on the shelves anymore. This means I have to find them elsewhere, or take the trip to Saraga Mart in Indy to find them. They lose my business this way. Others won't have my problem, but if I were to put a name on the problem, it's inventory consistency-- something that also plagues Aldi. Is it because international foods supply chains are in turmoil? I can't know. It's opaque. The answer, however, is: I'm increasingly empty handed when I walk out. Yes, I tell them what's out of stock. Hasn't done any good so far. Maybe it'll change when the world trading climate is less strange.

We stopped by when they were closed and the owner welcomed us in anyways and gave us this delicious…read moreube tres leches cake. Such a kind man and hospitality experience that we're already planning a meal here in the fall when we come back. Thank you for your kindness!

I wasn't planning on coming here for lunch (I was walking l to the Indian buffet less than a block…read moreaway), but I noticed the sign out front that said 'Lunch Buffet Mon-Fri)' so I decided to change my plans. Boy, am I glad that I did! There are 2 distinct seating areas. Near the window there is the traditional Turkish sit-on-the-floor area. Towards the back are conventional tables (no booths). What the sign in front failed to mention is that when you order from the lunch buffet ($15), you also get to choose 1 item off the appetizer as well. (If you want to see what was on the buffet the day that I went, look at the attached pictures. There is also a photo of the appetizer menu.) This is a family-run business and service is extra friendly and fast. Note: If you pay with cash, there is a 5% discount.

Delicious food as always. My friend and I split some masala fries and a samosas and got the ginger…read morechicken and beef behari to share. The fries, ginger chicken, naan and samosa were the stars of the meal. The beef was ok, not a texture I've ever had as it was more of a patent. Bring a Wednesday evening, it was pretty empty but the ambiance is still welcoming, and the service was friendly and quick.

Great service. The food was fantastic. The fried chicken had a series of flavors, it was clear a…read morelot of attention had been given. Some interesting sauces to dip the chicken in. We also had the beets with chicken and that was very good. The chai tea was the best, it was creamy and thick. Will definitely return.

This was my first time trying Turkish coffee, and I absolutely loved it! For other first-time…read morevisitors, I recommend letting the coffee sit for about 30 seconds before taking a sip so the fine grounds can settle to the bottom. Also, don't stir it after it's served, as that will bring the grounds back up into the coffee. Be sure to leave the last sip or two in the cup, since that's where the grounds collect. The coffee itself was excellent, but I would recommend that servers explain these details to first-time customers or at least ask whether they've had Turkish coffee before. A little guidance would make the experience even better for newcomers. We also ordered the hummus as an appetizer, and it was fantastic. The naan was served warm, and the hummus tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. It was the perfect way to start the meal. We also ordered The Bosphorus Special, a mixed grill platter featuring doner, kofte, chicken kebab, beef kebab, Adana kebab, and chicken Adana kebab, served with vegetables and white rice. Everything was absolutely delicious. The meats were cooked perfectly, tender, and packed with flavor. I'm so glad my significant other and I decided to share this entrée because the portion was very generous, and we still had plenty of leftovers to take home. While the service could have been a bit more attentive, it did not negatively impact our overall experience. After our food was served, our waitress did not check back to see how everything was or whether we needed anything additional. We also ended up with quite a few leftovers and requested to-go containers. Initially, only one small container was brought to the table, which required two additional follow-ups before we received enough containers for the remaining food. One suggestion I would offer is that, for tables ordering larger meals, it may be helpful for servers to proactively offer to box up leftovers as dishes are cleared. For just two people, our table became overcrowded rather quickly, especially with the generous portions. Since our waitress did not return after the food was served, it made managing the table and leftovers a little challenging. That said, we had a wonderful first experience overall. The food was outstanding, the portions were generous, and we look forward to coming back again in the future.

Came for lunch and was pleased with their lunch special, the gyro meat had great flavor and I…read moreordered the hummus as my side. The pita bread was the warmest, fluffiest, pita I've ever had. Would definitely order it again. I would've liked the baklava to have more honey on it so I'll be sure to ask if ordering it again.