Oh the food here was incredible, we'd love to go back again. The service was great, the people were kind and helpful and ensured that our food was spicy and delicious. A great place :) read more

I'm being challenged to find good Indian food in Washington DC. Back in the day, I used to visit for work for a day and always thought Bombay Club had the best dal makhani. Over the years, I don't find Indian food to retain its depth of flavors at restaurants in DC - if I'm missing the hidden gems, send me a message! Nothing here tastes fresh - it was all over-fried, over-oiled, etc. The sambhar was nearly all oil (see photo), the chutneys were heavily diluted leaving no flavor, the parathas were leaking oil when touched, and the kadhi pakodi/ malai kofta were clearly refried and overcooked with no flavor. I was highly disappointed in the meal here. The only one item, if I had to find a positive, that I liked was the paneer pakoda - but I wish the chutneys with it weren't so watered down. read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Sambhar was mostly just oil - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Some of the worst Indian food I've ever had in Washington, and I am a native. First of all, what self respecting Indian restaurant serves packaged Naan? Answer: Herbivore. They rub some margarine tasting spread on it for garlic...how did I pay for that? Then, EVERYTHING WAS RUNNY. Like baby food meets future diarrehea. I'm sorry -- I paid $46 just for Daal: Typically a wonderful, fragrant and simple yellow split peas dish, but this was...runny and watery and too dark, whatever was added did not add brightness -- and Saag paneer, that had plenty of cheese cubes, but the spinach was so baby food puree, there was no spinach essence, surely pureed frozen spinach. If you can't even enjoy a good garlic naan from a place, forget it. Zero out of two, really three. Rice was meh. So two dishes plus raita and a single piece of not fresh naan for $50? That's a NAH. read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Nah to this packaged not fresh Naan plus runny vegetarian food that looks like Indian baby food and tastes meh, also not so fresh. - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Okay food, that was ready quickly. Somewhat oily - there's much better Indian out there! read more

I recently got the chicken curry for delivery for lunch and loved my meal. The portion size and price were good, the chicken was perfectly cooked, and the curry had great flavor. I would recommend Herbivore for a good meal out! read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Chicken Curry - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Please don't call this Indian. Ordered a masala dosa. Not even close to a South Indian dish. Skip it unless you don't care and don't know Indian flavors. Feels like a place for takeout for students. read more

Good. We had all entrees from the Jain menu: Shahi paneer - a cashew cream sauce with paneer Aloo Goni Masala Vegetable Korma. - same cashew based sauce Bhindi Masala Served on paper plates and plastic utensils. Not a fan of the plastic aspect. Great service! We asked for 'no hing' and the manager (well she seems like a manger as she helped the server with our orders) was very knowledgeable about the menu. read more

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Delicious food, good for quick and simple meal. I was here for a quick dinner and the staff are great. There are only a few table so might be tight during busy time but I like the food for the price point, seasoning was on point. I totally recommend if you crave a quick Indian meal while in Georgetown. There are gluten free and vegetarian options as well. read more

Delicious delivery meal with some of the best korma I've ever tasted! I enjoyed everything that I ate and would definitely order from here again. read more

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Honestly we were a bit disappointed. A few pet peeves first. The fact that everything is disposable is annoying especially with the tiny water cups that you get one sip out of. We also heard someone get some meat options which, unless they were vegan meat, means herbivore is not vegiterian. That's fine if your not pretending to be but that could be pretty bad. The food itself was just okay. The spices were decent but it was a bit dry and didn't have the texture we like. The atmosphere was nothing special but there is window seating that looks out on the town which is nice. It is set up in almost a fast food style where you get the food yourself, and toss the trash in the bin when your done. read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

3.5* Cozy spot with nice decor and ambiance. Service was good, and the menu had plenty of options. Pani Poori - good. Chole Bhature - good. Kari Pakora - decent, also good. Daal Makhani - completely off. It was overly spiced and made with two lentils, including chana/gram, which doesn't belong in Daal Makhani at all. read more

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Tucked aware in plain sight- this small business was a great find fight in front of me; like searching for an item grocery store only to discover it is right in your face. The overall experience was amazing and given the chance I would easily become a regular. Great food and service, what else can you ask for? If you are in the Georgetown area it is worth the trip! Highly recommended. Food: amazing flavors and options as well. All options ordered were well spiced and made made a scorcher of a day bearable. Service: staff was friendly and helpful. Minna and her fellow teammembers were hospitable and focused. From the moment of entry I was greeted with a friendly smile and it was all uphill from there. Ambiance: vibrant and colorful decor created an atmosphere that was relaxing and fun. read more

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I ate at their street pop-up during Art All Night, and was happy to have stumbled upon such great food! I had a thali with dal mahkni and butter chicken. I thought the dal was just okay - very different from dal I had had before - but the butter chicken was absolutely delicious. Creamy, rich sauce, with tender chicken. I can't wait to return to check out their full menu! read more

The food was quite good and it was made even better with the company I had. Besides that I would encourage everyone to get the chicken vindaloo if you wanna cry your eyes out. The chili garlic paneer on the other hand was quite awesome. The service was pretty lack luster, possibly short-staffed, but nice and receptive. read more

If you love Indian food, stop by Herbivore Indian Cuisine just off the busy section of Georgetown. Most people order delivery or takeout, but if you go in-person, you'll be greeted by a kind staff eager to introduce you to new flavors from their home country. My wife and I walked in around 6:30 p.m. on a Thursday evening in April. We got a table right away in the tiny dining room. There's also a back covered patio with tables in different colors. Everything we ate was excellent, especially the palak chaat. Its flavors and texture really explode. The butter chicken comes with rice and I recommend it with the regular naan and tamarind chutney. Chai was a great way to end the dinner. For one appetizer, two entrees, chai, naan, and chutney, it was around $55. read more

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I visited here a few months ago and the place looked good. They had a good variety of dishes. I ordered the biryani and it didn't disappoint. Definitely check out this place if you are in the Georgetown area for an Indian lunch/dinner. read more

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Stopped in for a plate of veggie biryani this afternoon seeing that they had a promotion running. The staff were warm and friendly throughout, and the interior decorated richly with tankas, floral ribbons and other trinkets; sure some of the banners and adornments was held up with thumbtacks, but I found this more charming than lazy. As for the food, it was quite tasty for the most part. The rice was basmati was nicely-cooked and well-spiced, the fried onions giving it a nice savory crunch, and the raita imparting a tangy creaminess. It was also presented in a very traditional and visually-pleasing stupa shape, which I appreciated. My only grievance is that the veggies were a bit lackluster, as they appeared to be canned corn, peas and carrots. No issue with any of these flavor-wise or vegetables themselves as biryani can be made with many different veggies; it just seemed a little lackluster as far as quality goes. Even so, overall a very pleasant experience for an Indian take-out place. Four stars is too low; maybe 4.5 stars is a bit more accurate. read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Vegetable Biryani with Raita - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Herbivore had been on my list for so long and such a disappointment! Ordered a bunch of stuff for delivery. Entrees hover around $16-$20 and are 16oz but mostly sauce. My korma had 4 in the emite container. Everything was fine, not great. Portions were also small for the cost. Flavored well but we won't be returning. read more

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I ordered take out (biryani) a few months ago and would do so again. I haven't yet because I started making my own biryani's

Delicious. Generous portions and the food was aromatic and flavorful. Generous pieces of lamb in the biriyani and for $17.50, the serving size can easily feed a group of 3. The yogurt and cucumber sauce was thin but it was flavorful and cut the spices well. Butter chicken was on the sweeter side and the chicken was super tender and well seasoned. I loved it with the naan. I would come back. read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Lamb biriyani, basmati rice, butter chicken and plain naan. - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I recently dined at Herbivore and had their Lamb Vindaloo, which was absolutely fantastic! The lamb was incredibly tender and the vindaloo sauce had just the right amount of spice--bold, flavorful, and full of depth. The heat was balanced perfectly with a tangy undertone that made each bite exciting. Herbivore really impressed me with their authentic take on this classic dish. If you're a fan of spicy, flavorful Indian cuisine, I highly recommend trying the Lamb Vindaloo here!" ps. the vegetable samosas are great! read more

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Food- food was pretty tasty. We got dal, lentil, sag paneer, palak paneer, garlic naan, rice, eggplant, and cauliflower. Dishes were a good portion size, layered flavors, and authentic feel. I went with medium spice and feel like I could have gone spicy. Vibe- it has a more (fast) casual type of vibe while comfortable and well lit. Most folks were picking up takeout which made us know it was a solid spot. Service- the women who took care of us was attentive, friendly and l knowledgeable about the menu. She advised us on spice levels and dishes with nuts. Super helpful. read more

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Food was very tasty, but it seems like some of the items are frozen when you order them and then they warm it up. Great service and the ambience is authentic read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Pani Puri - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I came in here for a late lunch/early dinner after attending an embassy open house at the African Union delegation in D.C. I got lamb kadai, naan, and a mango lassi. The lamb kadai had chopped onions, black cardamom, ginger, garlic, tomatoes, green chilies, coriander, and boneless lamb (https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/lamb-karahi/). All of the ingredients were fresh and tasty. What made the difference with the lamb kadai was the green chilies and the lamb. The service was quick and friendly. The decor was casual with Bollywood music playing in the background. As I recall, the total was a little over $25.00. Excellent meal for a reasonable price. Keep up the good work. read more

This is a very minimalist business which appears to be part of a Sikh Gudwara. A takeout place with online ordering, they have a couple of cramped alleyway parking spaces and a couple of tables outside. Notably, they offer breakfast, including many South Indian specialties like idli and vadai, and are actually open in the morning. I went with another classic, taking my chole puri and eating it elsewhere. Ordering online led me to paying with paypal, which I didn't even remember I had an account with but which worked. My order was ready before I arrived, and included not only a fried bread giving off a mouthwatering aroma and the well-spiced chickpeas with whole sesame seeds, but also a side of pickled vegetables which add a wildly different flavor note. The overall flavor mix was as good as I could have hoped for, and leaves me with every reason to be optimistic about the rest of their extensive (and entirely vegetarian menu). read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Chole Poori Breakfast - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Attention SCAM alert: I hate saying this , but "Herbivore" is simply awful---- not just because of the actual food served(although this is mostly very pedestrian fare) but mainly because of the elaborate con on the unsuspecting average American consumer! The entire menu consists of basically frozen Indian TV dinners (bought 'locally' from the Indian Grocery Store in Hyattsville) --- just warmed up in the Microwave or Air-Fryer & served fresh to your waiting appetites:) You can literally hear the Microwaves beeping away to infamy in the background!! Nothing is made on premises -- literally nothing:-( This is an insane business model that defies all logic and is fundamentally dependent on the patrons' ignorance. Don't believe me ---ask them yourself---where'd you get your Naan from?; Can I see your Tandoor oven?; Why does your Rasmalai taste exactly like 'Nanak Frozen Rasmalai'? There's no in-house chef or anyone even remotely resembling one. Not an Indian patron in sight (other than us of course) and the waiter was so nervous serving us---did not want to tell us anything. I guess he couldn't warn us even if he wanted to :( Got to give them props for their nerve to pull this off though---never seen anything like this business model before--almost makes you want to high-five them for their sheer audacity! Avoid at all costs--unless you want a TV dinner for 4 times the price! read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine is a Gem in Georgetown! Home-cooked with love and great energy! Clean and Tasty! Happy Diwali, Festival of Inner Lights! So happy to come and try! Idli Sambar (Steamed rice and lentil cakes) is soft and fresh cook with the 2 dips of Coconut Chutney and Tomato Chutney. It's Gluten-Free! Sambar (mild spices vegetable puree) is a perfect soup - Authentic South Indian Breakfast! Love it. Baingan Bharta (Mashed Eggplant in spices) is absolutely delicious! You can choose Mild, Medium, Hot for Spicy! Mild is perfect for me. This is served with Rice & cumins! Home-cooked foods are definitely wonderful taste! Came back another day and tried: Sambar Entree comes with rice! Warm soup is perfect spice! Healthy dish! Saag Aloo : Spinach with Potato (Vegan and Gluten Free) - Don't miss this one! Yummy and very filling!! Rice here is very good quality with perfect cooking, soft and nice aroma with some cumins! I love the clean, healthy, and full of great energy home-cook! Indoor and nice spacious outdoor seats! I love Herbivore place, Foods, staffs and chefs! They are beautiful people! Great energy to enjoy your meals! Must try! Will come back ! Reasonable Price with Generous Portion! If you are students, you get 20% discount with quality foods, good for brain, body, mind and spirit! Cheers to GWU, Georgetown U, American U, and DMV students! Thank you! Om Shanti! Kathy read more

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I really enjoyed the food at Herbivore last night! We got the mango lassi, samosa chaat, malai kofta, paneer tikka masala, and garlic naan. All of these dishes tasted great! The Mango lassi was perfect after a long day in the sun and you can get that right after you order. All the food came out very quickly and the service was great! I would highly recommend the samosa chaat. All of the dishes are nice and large portion sized as well. I think the presentation of the food could have been a little better, but I understand since it's more of a takeout type of restaurant so it was easy to pack the food up to take home. Overall really recommend this place for delicious Indian food when you're in Georgetown! read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Malai Kofta Rice - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Smells amazing when you walk in! This is primarily a vegetarian restaurant but also has meat options. Went with my mom and we decided to try a bunch of appetizers & go all vegetarian. All were great, here's what we ordered: Palak Chaat : one of my favorites I've had recently Vegetarian Manchurian: great sauce, like sweet & sour veggie meat balls Idli Sambar: spongy idli & yummy coconut chutney, the sambar needed a little more flavor (IMO) Paneer Pakora: like Indian mozzarella sticks sort of; great seasoning & while fried that were not oily at all. My mom especially loved these Vegetable Samosa Chaat: my favorite & very surprising! It's a smothered samosa; I loved the flavor gravy on top of this with the chick peas, etc -- could eat that everyday! Definitely will go back -- service was great and he was helpful answering all my questions! Small restaurant; best for a party of 2-4. Great vegetarian or vegan options -- but also plenty chicken & lamb dishes for the non-vegetarian. My only critique is that I wish everything was served with real dishes or plates vs all disposable for sit down experience. read more

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Order chicken tikka masala and chicken vindaloo. I asked for spicy and it was just heat, no flavor. Not my favorite.

Herbivore is a casual Indian takeout place on Wisconsin Ave in the Georgetown neighborhood, so I'd recommend coming by foot or by bus. Their menu has mostly vegetarian options and some chicken and lamb curries. They do have some tables inside for indoor dining but you pay at the registrar and the staff will bring the food out to you. The curries come with rice and you can customize the spice level (mild, medium, or spicy). We got the baignan bartha and the chicken saag, and both were super flavorful at an affordable price! read more

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I recently visited Herbivore, an Indian restaurant, and overall, I had a fantastic experience, which is why I am giving it a 4-star review. To start off, the palak chaat I ordered was absolutely amazing. The flavors were so delicious that it left me wanting more. The combination of crispy spinach, tangy chutney, and various spices made it a truly standout dish. Another dish that exceeded my expectations was the malai kofta. It was exceptionally tasty, with perfectly cooked koftas in a flavorful creamy sauce. The dish truly showcased the chef's skills in balancing spices and textures. The butter chicken, recommended by our server, was another dish that caught my attention. It didn't disappoint. The tender chicken, smothered in a rich and velvety sauce, was a delightful treat for my taste buds. The Shahi Paneer, on the other hand, was just average. While it wasn't bad by any means, it didn't quite match the excellence of the other dishes we tried. However, I appreciated that the restaurant offered a variety of options to cater to different tastes and preferences. Moving on to the drinks, the mango lassi unfortunately didn't live up to my expectations. While it wasn't the best I've had, it was still decent. It lacked the smooth and creamy consistency that I usually look for in a lassi, but it still provided a refreshing flavor. When it came to portion sizes, Herbivore did a great job. The dishes we ordered were of decent size and were perfect for sharing between two people. We left the restaurant feeling satisfied and not overly stuffed. Regrettably, the kheer we ordered didn't meet our expectations. It had an incredibly sour taste, making us suspect that it might have been expired. This was disappointing considering the otherwise high quality of the other dishes. I hope the restaurant takes this feedback into consideration and improves the quality control for their desserts. On a positive note, the service at Herbivore was exceptional. The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. They were happy to answer any questions and made sure we had a pleasant dining experience. Lastly, I must mention the ambiance and decoration of the restaurant. The outdoor seating area was lovely, creating a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. The beautiful decor enhanced the overall experience, making it even more enjoyable. In conclusion, Herbivore is an outstanding Indian restaurant that offers delicious flavors and a satisfying dining experience. Although we had some minor issues with the kheer and mango lassi, the overall quality of the food, excellent service, and inviting atmosphere exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend giving Herbivore a try for a delightful Indian cuisine experience. read more

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Enjoyed a Palak Chaat served by Reeva. Reeva was prompt and courteous. I found it difficult to hear him but loved hearing him talk with me. The restaurant is cozy and well decorated. The temple flowers gave a nice feel to the dining experience. read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Decorative temple flowers in front window over looking Wisconsin Ave NW. - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Chicken Tikka Masala was good as was the garlic naan. The "lentil" soup had NO lentils....AT ALL. Restaurant advised that the lentils were cooked down but the soup was thin/watery. If the lentils were cooked down, it would be thicker. Chai tea was also MEH... All the service items plates/bowls/cutlery were disposable. read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Chicken Tikka Masala - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The service was great and the people are super sweet but the food is not as great. The only item that felt edible in what we got was the kadai paneer. I truly was hoping that this place would surprise me but alas I was a little sad that the food was not so great. It might also be that the place was closing soon, which I understand but I was disappointed. read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Malai Kofta was not it. The kofta was hard and not flavorful. - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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People are nice! from what we ordered: sambar for idli was salty pani puri excellent manchurian was a little soggy more sauce than needed I think flavor was good, on point biriyani not flavorful it seems like the food caters to white Americans not South Asians the flavors are there just muted and not spicy at all I hopes this help some other Yelper order make adjustments;) read more

New restaurant in Georgetown. We really liked the two entries and the appetizer that we ordered. Prices are extremely reasonable et portions are quite big. The estaurant décor is quite minimalist. I did not like the fact that to eat at the restaurant, we were given plastic glasses an cutlery, and paper plates. read more

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Props to Herbivore team! Not only for the delicious food, but also for the cleanliness and attentive service! The restaurant is decorated beautifully with flowers, we come here at least twice a week because the food just hits every time! If you are looking for delicious food in a good budget (rare in Georgetown) give this place a visit! read more

Herbivore Indian Cuisine - Pav bhaji - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Don't get fooled by some 4 star ratings. It's an absolute disaster! Won't recommend this place to anyone with these deceiving practices. The place stinks as you walk in. The lady at the counter will give her recommendations as in parathas are fresh and tasty, try xxxx as this is my favourite... All lies!! We ordered Idli sambhar, aaloo paratha, tawa roti, garlic naan, Daal, paneer, raita and chai. Came with complimentary rice Idli Sambhar- seemed like microwaved dry idlis sprinkled with dhaniya Aaloo paratha- tasted and looked like frozen paratha from the store and pan fried. Roti- same- frozen warmed up. Naan- deep or haldiram frozen warmed up Daal- below average Paneer- a lot of orange food coloring with oil later on the top. Only the Chai was fresh and tasted fine. read more

Had a delicious eggplant dish. Great food and very affordable, especially for students.