It was my first time eating Indian food. I've always heard that it was spicy and spicy is not my…read morecup of tea. My hubby had Indian food before and said that I should try it after we left the Convention Center this past weekend. I was willing to give it a try. The food was actually really good. You could pick your spice level from 0-10. Of course I chose 0, lol. We got three entrees: Lamb Madrass $20.95, Shrimp Madrass $20.95 and Butter Chicken $18.95. They were all tasty, but portions were kind of small. It did come with Basmati Rice. We also ordered two Garlic Naan $4.50 each to share. It was garlicky and crispy around the edges. I actually really liked the food. It had great flavor from all the seasonings and wasn't spicy at all.

This little but mighty place is super yummy. If you are headed to the mall or DMV make time to try…read morethis place out. The stuffed naan was sooo good, such a great twisted to regular naan and so many different flavors of it to try! It pairs great with your curry dish as well. My chicken curry was sooo flavorful and they added just the right kick of spice for me! Which is super spicy! Maybe not the best ambiance as we sat in the parking garage as cars drove by, but that didn't stop me from loving my food. Service was good, food came out fresh and hot so I can't complain. I was craving a coffee, as I was tired from work but they don't serve it, so I just hydrated on water instead.

Service was fast and friendly. Restaurant was not too loud. We could hold a decent conversation…read more The food though! Every dish delivered layers of flavor rather than just heat, with spices like turmeric, cardamom, and tamarind working together instead of competing. The curries were rich and silky without feeling heavy, with tender pieces of meat and vegetables soaking up sauces that ranged from gently creamy to bright and tangy. All dishes were comforting, slow-cooked depth you only get when it's been simmering for hours, and the garlic naan came to the table warm from the tandoor, slightly blistered on the outside and soft inside, perfect for scooping up every last bit of sauce. Definitely returning customer's!

Before noon 6 tables occupied and several take out orders. I enjoy their style of cooking and…read moretheir flavors you get to select mild, medium or hot. I chose mild so I can savor the goodness instead of dousing it with water. Also lets me leisurely sip my mango lassi. Now 12:01 pm and 9 tables filled. Conversations are flowing with ethnic music heard now and then.

The samosa chaat was not good this past take out order hopefully just a down day. But when you make…read more2 orders of it you'd think they would perfect it. Kinda looked like a pile of mash. It had leaked all over the bag by the time I got home. Which is the worst way to start a dinner. I don't normally complain but even the garlic cheese naan that barely had cheese. the total for the 3 was $30 which is fine just expected better as I eat here at least once a month since they opened.

For most of us it was our first time, but for a couple of people - this place was recommended. It…read morewas delicious, We all ordered our own dishes Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken, Chicken Biryani, Shrimp Biryani, and Chicken Vindaloo, and a few orders of naan. A few dishes were slightly spicy, while others weren't. Definitely a must try, looking forward to going back soon!

This place is great. Awesome Indian food. It's a small hole in the way, but the food tastes great…read more The only thing that I would be aware of is that when the item says spicy, it is spicy. We got the Spicy Eggplant and holey moley was it hot. Tons and tons of flavor if you can handle the spice. They also give a lot of food. The owner is very friendly and is quick to take your order. This small place has an decent area to dine in and is located on the same level as Gen Korean BBQ, next door. Overall, if you're looking for an Indian Food fix, this is the place. Try their butter chicken! You won't be disappointed.

Picked up food there. I ordered saag panner as an entree. It came with basmati rice. The saag…read morepanner was tasty but the basmati rice had clumps of rice stuck together. I also ordered garlic naan which was tasty too. Service was ok.

The food was authentic and absolutely delicious, the staff was really kind, and the environment…read morefelt very homey!

Came here for a pre-Father's Day celebration, and Cafe Maharani did not disappoint. Everything…read moretasted amazing! We requested that our dishes be prepared with a milder spice level, which turned out to be a great choice because we were able to fully appreciate all the wonderful spices and flavors. We ordered the special mixed kebab biryani platter, which included shrimp, chicken, and lamb served over a bed of biryani rice. The presentation was impressive! We also ordered the fish tandoori, which came in a flavorful curry sauce that my family absolutely loved. As a special treat, the chef prepared another fish dish for us in a coconut curry style. The taste was immaculate--rich, savory, and incredibly satisfying. We couldn't stop dipping our stuffed cheesy naan into the curry sauce. None of us wanted that dish to end--we wished we had ordered more! A nice bonus is that many of these special dishes can be made upon request. Just contact the restaurant ahead of time, and they will gladly prepare them for your visit. Our servers were fantastic as well. They constantly made sure we were taken care of, refilling water, bringing extra napkins, and providing boxes when needed. With the new décor in place, the restaurant feels bright, welcoming, and inviting. It is a smaller space, so tables are fairly close together, but that only adds to the cozy atmosphere--you might even make friends with fellow diners. Overall, Cafe Maharani continues to be my go-to spot for authentic Indian cuisine!

I've been here twice and always pig out with the variety plate. The curries are already made and…read moreyou pick what you want, so no waiting on an empty stomach! Every is great! We've had: Fish curry Chicken curry Butter chicken Paneer Lamb curry Chana masala Daal Spicy eggplant Masala chai Samosa Mango lassi

Was in the mood for Indian food and this was the closest place…read more For fast food it wasn't bad and the price to portion ratios were good. Overall a solid place for quick eat Indian food.

Here's the thing, if you're not staying on the strip or nearby, it's a hard location to get to. And…read morethe public facing door doesn't work so you have to go into the building to locate another entrance. We placed an order ahead of time and after having difficulties with parking and the doors, they had more than enough time to have our order ready. They didn't have any patrons in there and I can only guess that's because they had just opened. So the wait time threw me. As for the quality of the food, I'd say it's mid. I lived in northern India for a year and I've become snobby about quality Indian cuisine. We ordered samosas, naan, yellow curry, tiki masala and dal over rice. It was mid. I always give a new (for me) spot three tries before I write anything, but since I was a traveler I'd be remiss if I didn't write something up.

Bombay Palace is now Namaste. We found that out as we stumbled around looking for Bombay Palace…read moreafter our Uber Driver dropped us off. Eventually, we called the restaurant and they told us to look for Namaste. Overall, solid Indian Food. I ordered the Lamb Rogan Josh extra spicy, but it lacked a little heat. We ordered the Butter Chicken Spicy too, but it fell a bit short. That being said, the flavor of both dishes was very good. We both thought the Garlic Naan was perfect! They have wine, prosecco, and beer too. I was a bit disappointed that they didn't offer Indian Beers such as Flying Horse or Taj. I would return, but would probably check out a few of the other options in the area too.