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India Garden

4.4 (158 reviews)
ModerateIndian, Pakistani, Vegan
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Casual
Quiet
Outdoor seating
Happy hour specials

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Aaron E.

Awesome service/restaurant, and bathrooms are very clean. The food was excellent. If you live in this area stop in. They have a brunch eat in special.

Papadam. Served w meal
Dee R.

An actual 2.5, but I dont have that option here. Average. I came specifically for lamb chops, and they were the closest place open at the time. It's in a shopping strip of the festival center/bel air with many other businesses, but at 4p on a Friday i easily found parking A family 4 were in the corner and i was the only other diner, 2-3 Uber eats/to-gos while I was there Basic 4 seater tables and in the back, a set up for buffet lunch, not a huge restaurant but sufficient Papadum (2 pieces of the "black pepper cracker) and the traditional 3 "spreads" came immediately along w water I started with vegetable pakora..slightly tough to cut-but I think it was a dull knife. They were pleasantly crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside When ordering the lamb I was asked how spicy?, and due to (language barrier) when I thought I was asking for the spiciest (3 out of 3), after the fact I learned it was 3 of 10. So a bit disappointed in the heat. Fairly tender, 4 chops arrived atop a bed of sizzling onions, and alongside came about 2cups of basmati rice. Tender enough, they weren't "fall off the bone", but decent. Flavor "ok", but nothing to write home about. The Marsala sauce that came aside the chops was "ok", but imo didn't pair well with the seasoned lamb..used atop the rice, and sizzling onions I guess I wasn't as hungry as I thought...brought home 2chops, 3 pakora, and half the rice The chops were "market price" and the bill came to about $35 I'll return, but maybe not for the chops...I've had them elsewhere, nearby, and for market price, I need to be more impressed Note: hand sanitizers were strategically placed around, to use bs going to the restroom ?in the rear? The server was a young girl. She took my order and brought my food. Nothing spectacular; good nor bad.

Brad R.

TLDR: Amazing lunch buffet for the unbeatable price of $15 on weekends (cheaper during weekdays). Come for the fresh poori and goat curry. Vibe: 4/5. Tucked away in a shopping center, India Garden is a cozy restaurant. The dining room is comprised of a dozen or so 2 tops with some pushed together as 4 tops. On the occasions we dined, there were groups of 6 or more, so they are more then happy to accommodate larger groups. The buffet is located in the back of restaurant with all food served in closed chaffing dishes. The restaurant also has a bar area which looks to have a small selection of wine. Service: 5/5. Attentive and welcoming! Both times we visited, we were warmly greeted at door and seated immediately. Water cups and dirty plates were tended to quickly throughout the entire meal. Bonus points for what appeared to be the owner welcoming several customers by their first names as they stopped by for lunch. Always a good sign when restaurants have regulars. Food: 5/5. The last time I dined at an Indian food buffet was before the pandemic, so I had high hopes for my lunch experience. Indian Garden did not disappoint! From the freshness and quality of the food to the vast selection of both vegetarian and non vegetarian choices, the spread is fantastic. When we visited, there were 8 main courses, fried appetizers such as samosas and poori, side items such as birani and buttered naan, a soup and 2 desserts. Main course highlights included the goat curry, saag paneer and the tandoori chicken. However, best in show of the entire meal is the hot and fresh poori. These little warm dough puffs will have you noshing on them throughout the entire meal!

Ahra J.

We found this gem and we will definitely be going back here soon! We went for the lunch buffet and you can tell the business gets a lot of repeat customers. The host up front greeted everyone kindly and everyone that came in got seated immediately. With the lunch rush, the servers kept up very well! The lunch buffet had a great selection and everything was delicious ! I love meat options but I am always open to vegetarian options and this place has a great balance of both! My favorite item off the menu was the poori and one of the curry dishes ( I can't recall the name ).

Buffet take away
Dan A.

Located in the Festival shopping center, you can't beat their lunch buffet. The buffet always has Samosas & Pakoras as starters. Tandoori Chicken, various Curry/ Saags, Vindaloo & Tikka Massala are also rotated. Two types of rice: Basmati & Kashmiri. Quality & taste are consistent & the lunch buffet (all you care to eat) is a bargain at $13.95 vs ordering off the menu. They do have buffet takeaway where you can self serve using a takeaway container. Naan is excellent! Service has always been friendly. The spot for Indian food in Bel Air!

Papadam with several sauces is a delicious way to start your meal!!!
Tracy J.

Excellent choice for Indian food!! My husband got the butter chicken with jasmine rice. We shared the paneer naan bread which was hot and delish! I got the chicken satay - so good with the fresh peanut sauce. Jasmine rice and homemade fresh hummus. Everything was so good! It's a very busy take out spot but we ate in on a Friday night and it was pretty quite with lots of free parking. Our Nepali waiter was awesome!

Big veggie samosa!!
Jimmy T.

On the road and getting hungry. Went to a place that was closed and this was the next stop on the list to appease the veggies and vegans in the group. Not always hopeful of places in giant strip mall locations but this seemed legitimate. Clean place, attentive service. The food came quickly and was delicious. We all opted to get and try different things so we could share which is always an added bonus to eating in a proper Indian restaurant. I am very full and satisfied. The garlic basil naan was soft and slightly crunchy on the thin edges, perfect.

MacKenzie G.

Truly some of the best Indian food I've ever had. The atmosphere of this place is beautiful. They mean it when they say fine dining. There are beautiful Indian paintings and architecture in the restaurants interior. The menu has a wide variety of options including a plethora of vegan and dairy free options. The customer service is phenomenal. The servers really care for the customers and serve you with a smile. The food is out of this world. Everyone that I ate with said it was the best Indian food that they have had so far. It was incredibly fresh and delicious.

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Great food! Five stars! You are going to be in food heaven. Feels like you are in India.

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The best chicken/lamb tikka masala I've ever had, no doubt about it. Great service too.

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I think this is really good Indian food. Very full of tasty spices and creamy goodness. I would recommend!

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Delicious food! Reasonable portions. Spice on point. Must give it try, it's a hidden gem.

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Food was delicious. The crispy corn appetizer is delicious. We all had the chicken tika masala. Very tasty and basmati was perfect.

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LOVE this place. The assorted veggie appetizer is my go to every time and I also love the chicken biriyani. Great place with delicious food.

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Kabob N Karahi - Chiken boti and seek kabob 
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Kabob N Karahi

4.4(42 reviews)
50.6 mi

The boneless lamb karahi for 2 is soooo good. The lamb is super tender, flavorful, and comes out…read morepiping hot every time. The sauce is rich, perfectly spiced, and honestly just off the charts. It's amazing to scoop up with their naan, which is soft, fresh, and seriously delicious. You could easily get this just for yourself and have leftovers for later, or bring someone along and share. The portion size is really generous and the price is very fair for what you get. This is hands down the best lamb karahi I've had. I used to go to Ravi Kabob House for karahi, but now Kabob and Karahi is definitely my new go-to spot. The staff are friendly and welcoming, and service is quick. My wife and daughter ordered the lamb and chicken kabobs and were both super happy with their meals too. Everything we tried was tasty and affordable. The restaurant itself is clean, cozy, and has plenty of seating, which makes it a great place to dine in. Definitely worth coming back to try more dishes!

Kabob N Kahari has been one of my go-to spots since the old Silver Spring days, so finally visiting…read morethe Gaithersburg location brought back a lot of memories. This was always one of those places my friends and I would come back to whenever people were back in town visiting after college. The food still hits exactly how I remembered. The goat karahi extra spicy was packed with flavor, rich, saucy, and perfect with fresh garlic naan. The kabobs were juicy, the portions were generous, and the mango lassi balanced everything out perfectly. If you're looking for authentic Pakistani comfort food in the DMV, Kabob N Kahari is easily one of the local staples worth checking out.

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Kabob N Karahi - Chicken Tika with bone and lamb Kabob

Chicken Tika with bone and lamb Kabob

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Punjab Kabab & Sweets

4.3(77 reviews)
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I was driving back from Baltimore to the Fredericksburg, VA area on a weekday and was really…read moreinterested in enjoying some Pakistani food (not Indian, nor Persian, and definitely not Afghan) - I searched and saw there were lots of reviews (hundreds) on social media for this place, so I stopped in. It's not too far off the highway, so it was easy to get to. The inside was really dingey and rundown (but don't let this bother you, you're there for the food!) and there was a laminated menu on the counter to look at... The couple that runs it was there and the guy was friendly and helpful. I was in the mood for karahi, but I was by myself and typically restaurants make this for two people, so he suggested I get chicken curry. It took about 10 mins to make. First thing I did was taste the broth (the curry sauce) and it was spot on - AMAZING!!! Then I ripped into the naan and took to ripping chicken of the bone and enjoying... I scarfed that dish down in no time, and there was quite a bit there! The basmati that came with it was very tasty! And he brought me a ramakin of yogurt chutney (this is how chutney is supposed to be!) - it was fresh and soothed the spice of the dish. Regarding the spice level, he asked how I wanted it and I told him I was Pakistani to make it for me the same way he'd eat it and they got is right! Naan was excellent! Perfectly cooked, but the dough was great! Nice texture and flavor to it! Overall - I enjoyed my lunch and would come back! Definitely a place that sells all the typical kabobs, but don't sleep on their curries!!

Try Pakistani Punjabi food! Family run, nothing fancy at ALL. Every time I go there, there are…read morePakistanis eating there. You can derive your conclusion. Cheap for authentic taste!

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BBQ Tonite

4.1(39 reviews)
25.2 mi

Had been curious about trying this place since I pass it most days when I go to my child's daycare…read more Overall, not bad. The outside doesn't suggest much, but there is a decent amount of space inside. I ordered takeout, but there was a huge family that filled several tables. The folks at the counter seemed busy, but they got to me after a minute to get me my food. Food - despite the name, this is not what I would call a barbecue takeout place. It is a Pakistani restaurant that is meat-forward, but not exclusively meat dishes. We went for the Mixed BBQ, which had plenty of meat for at least two hungry people, but my wife and two of our children had plenty for dinner one night and lunch the next day. The kebab was nicely spiced ground meat and it was decent on its own but also nice with a spicy green sauce. The chicken tikka was solid. There were also some heavily spiced ground beef patties. Child #1 is vegetarian and got a Lahori Chana and a Palak Paneer. The Chana was pretty standard, nicely spiced chickpeas. The palak paneer was solid with a nice blend of warm spices, but I wouldn't call it spicy. We also tried out an order of Chicken Tikka Masala. It wasn't as bright or creamy as I've gotten at other Indian or Pakistani places. It was still tasty though. A variety of breads to mop it all up, and it was a solid meal.

Ordered online twice here. Both times the restaurant was closed when I arrived. Please turn off…read moreyour online ordering if you are closed in person. It's not acceptable to have someone drive out to pick up food twice and for the place to be closed. To make matters worse, if you order through Toast, you can't refund the order through the user side. The second time I ordered through Seamless and was able to start a refund on my own.

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BBQ Tonite - Chicken Achari Karahi

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