Kastori Grill will hit 15 years soon, but it feels like a quiet reset is happening. Over the past few months, it's almost like a new restaurant has emerged. The story behind it is solid. A couple impacted by tech layoffs decided to bet on something personal--their love for food--and go all in on the restaurant. They started small, just three people, and have grown to a team of nine. More importantly, they've raised their standards. You can feel it in the food. Ratings have climbed from the low 3s into the 4+ range, and it tracks. The husband, who runs the kitchen, is clearly thinking in systems; refining process, dialing in consistency, and pushing for better quality using simple ingredients. The result is some of the freshest authentic Pakistani style food in the city right now. Standouts: the biryani (especially if you catch the potato version), tandoori chicken, and lamb. All clean, flavorful, and well-executed. Location-wise, it's easy to miss; right near The Purple by Pike Place Market, tucked into what's basically a hole-in-the-wall setup. But that's usually where the best spots are anyway. They'll serve alcohol if you ask, and it sounds like they're working on expanding their drink program. For now, it's a straightforward breakfast, lunch, and dinner operation focused on getting the food right, and it shows. read more

Kastoori Grill - Chicken Biryani - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was looking for a Pakistani spot around Pike Place and happened to stumble upon Kastoori Grill, so decided to give it a try. I ordered the chicken karahi and chicken dum biryani for pickup. Honestly, I was pretty disappointed. The portion sizes were quite small for the price, which already felt off. On top of that, both the curry and the biryani were extremely oily/ghee-heavy, to the point where it felt greasy and not very enjoyable to eat. Flavor-wise, it was just okay and not at all impressive . I ordered it spicy, but it still came out very mild. It felt like they just added some jalapeños on top, which didn't really add heat or depth. The staff member who handed over the order was friendly but overall the food just didn't feel worth the money. If you're South Asian and used to eating authentic karahi or biryani, you'll probably notice the difference right away. It's a great location, and I really hope they improve because the potential is there, but I personally wouldn't go back. read more

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Kastoori Grill completely impressed me. The flavors in every dish were outstanding, rich, aromatic, and perfectly balanced. You get that deep, comforting Indian-Nepalese flavor profile without anything feeling heavy. We ordered the biryani, chicken korma, and chicken karahi, and every single dish hit the spot. The biryani was fragrant and perfectly spiced, the chicken korma was creamy and comforting without being overly rich, and the chicken karahi had bold, vibrant flavors that made it one of my favorites of the night. I ordered everything at medium spice. It had a nice warmth, but honestly, I would've loved just a touch more heat, so if you like a solid kick, I'd recommend going a level up. The seasoning itself was spot-on: layered, bold, and deeply satisfying. Friendly staff, generous portions, and a super convenient Pike Place location make Kastoori Grill an easy go-to for delicious, approachable Indian-Nepalese food. I'll definitely be back next time, ordering hot! read more

Kastoori Grill - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Place has zero business being under 4 stars, kind owners, great service. Fantastic food, eat here, you won't be disappointed. Got paneer and it was very flavorful, garlic naan was perfectly cooked. read more

Amazing food and wonderful people! Great prices and incredibly tasty. 100% a 5 star place and I am excited to return. A must try!

This is the only desi restaurant in all of seattle that has compared to the quality and taste of the home cooking I get from my own mother. From the biryani with a touch of jalapeño to the desi style sliders, every item I had tried is made with taste and very fresh. The orange chutney will having you grabbing naan after naan, which are also toasted to perfection, and not overly doughy. The restaurant has a chic but minimal vibe, perfect for date night or a family outing. Highly recommend!! read more

Amazing, authentic Pakistani taste! Every dish was scrumptious--the biryani, fish, and malai chicken were highlights. The malai chicken was incredibly tender, and the momo sauce and lassi were perfect. If you're near Pike Place, don't miss Kastoori Grill! read more

Went here for an October 2025 date night. We had been here prior a few times, but our first since the new management. My favorite sign that a restaurant is trying their absolute best to be great, is when the owner is the host, the server, and also working the kitchen line. He was very very nice and doing a great job. The interior still needs some work, but major upgrades since we last visited. We started with the paneer pakora, which was so so good. Nice and crispy outside, with really soft paneer inside. Comes with two yogurt based sauces, and we liked the mint one best. For the mains, we decided to share a few of their curry dishes. We went with their pindi choley which is a chickpea curry that was awesome and then the chicken korma. The korma was insanely good, chicken was super tender as well. We ate it with their garlic naan, the naan was slightly cripsy and super soft as well. Loved it. I wish the curry came with rice though. The owner said next time we the biryani, which we definitely will! We love this spot. read more

Came here by chance as most of the restaurants were already closed at 3PM. Came with teenagers who have never tried Pakistani or Indian food. We ordered the usual fare of vegetable pakora, garlic naan, chicken biryani and butter chicken. We were recommended to try their lamb bohti. Every dish was flavorful. I just found the butter chicken a bit sweet for my taste. But the lamb bohti was a revelation. The meat was tender and juicy. It was savory with just the right heat. The restaurant was casual with most tables seating 4. But they do have 2 long tables for big groups such as ours. The wait staff was very attentive and helpful. I would say the price is reasonable. read more

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The spot has new owners and yesterday they accommodated a party of 31. With prior notice, of course. The food tasted like your home cooking growing up in a Pakistani household. We had the mix grill which had super tender and flavorful meat items. The palak gosht was lick your finger good. Chicken biryani was excellent. The chicken tikka was a Pakistani style butter chicken and the flavors just exploded in your mouth. The naan was fresh. The kids enjoyed the chicken chow mein and the chicken tenders and fries. Overall, an excellent experience. I think the fam has decided we are replacing our other go to's with kastoori grill now. The space is ample. Plenty of parking around so don't let its location drive you away. We will definitely be back. read more

My friend and I were walking around after a shift at work and we were absolutely starving, we walked around from Westlake's ASEAN street and all around the waterfront and we looked at so many menus and ratings but our decision was so easy when the aroma from this place drew us in like pie from a windowsill. The prices are very good considering it's right by Post Alley and my friend and I have been to multiple places that serve similar foods but this place is the true hero. The service wasn't overbearing in any way yet they made sure to check in on us enough times. I would recommend this place to anybody who wants some greatly priced, delicious and authentic cuisine. I will say that the portion sizes are off putting at first but the food was so filling and they know exactly what they're doing, so trust the process! You won't regret eating here at all. The interior of the restaurant is honestly pretty nice, it feels like home vs some bright millennial vibe read more

Kastoori Grill - The view from my table - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Stumbled upon this home in the wall Indian grill on my trip to Seattle. The food is awesome. You have lots of flavorful, spicy, rich dishes from curries to freshly made naan. The veggies were not overcooked nor were the proteins in the buffet area. The gulab jamun was mid. It's served cold and sitting in cold syrup. Very interesting and not good considering I've only had gulab jamun served hot. Anyway, if you're looking for an affordable Indian option in the area go check it out - but don't expect friendly faces to welcome you or an upscale restaurant. Very low key. read more

Kastoori Grill - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Delicious food and excellent service. Enjoyed the biryani , karahi and fried fish. Great location near Pike Place Market. Highly recommend if you are craving Pakistani and Indian food. read more

I've tried their catering a couple of times at this point, and they are absolutely amazing. The flavors are bold and fresh, and I love the lamb biryani, grilled chicken, garlic naan as well as the sauces that come with all of it. It's a step above your average Indian restaurant, and the flavors don't taste watered down and it's clear a lot of work and thought is put into the food. This places deserves a lot of love, definitely give it a visit! read more

Amazing service! Yummy food ‍. We stopped inside on a whim because it smelled so great from the sidewalk! My sense of smell did not disappoint! The server was so sweet, I requested Keema and even though it wasn't on the menu, he was able to make it quickly in the kitchen. He went above and beyond for me and I really appreciated it(the keema was soooooooo good). If you're visiting the area, this restaurant is definitely somewhere you need to try! read more

Kastoori Grill - Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Service was amazing! The Tika masala was and the garlic naan was absolutely delicious! The black tea was the best! read more

Kastoori Grill - 2 orders of Paneer Tikka Masala and Garlic Naan with black tea - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great food and excellent service! The chicken Tikka Masala and Chicken Briyani were fabulous. Kastoori Grill is a great addition to Pike Place Market. read more

Food was amazing! Service was great and very attentive, gave us several recommendations when they noticed we were overwhelmed with all the selections. Recommended the mango lasi due to the heat of the day and it was perfect! read more

Kastoori Grill - Mango Lassi Chicken Biryani Butter Naan Amazing food! Very attentive service. I ordered my Chicken Biryani hot and it was perfect! - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Tried their BBQ and daal ghost and was blown away by the flavor. It's under new management and you could see the change in overall ambiance and food quality. read more

Wonderful food and service was outstanding. We will definitely return! Highlights were the mango lassi, the fried fish and the creamy spinach (Palak Paneer). read more

Absolutely! Best indian / Pakistani food in Seattle. Its under new management! I am so glad that finally we have good Pakistani food in Seattle!! read more

Just stopped by yesterday (6/30/25) for some takeout on my way back to the office from the Market. They're under new ownership; I chatted for a minute with the new owner and was told the tikka masala I ordered is a new recipe. He also asked that I let him know my thoughts. Since I may not be back in there for a while, I hope he'll catch it here. I will say that the tikka masala was excellent. Very flavorful and I enjoyed it thoroughly. The chicken was quite tender, too. The only thing I might complain about is that I was told the meal came with a salad, but I didn't get one :(. Still, I was quite happy to have plenty leftover for lunch today. I'm guessing they may be renovating as well. While I didn't walk into the restaurant but waited near the entrance for my to-go order, it did look a bit disorderly from where I stood. I assume they're still getting the place to their liking. read more

Only came in to order chicken biryani rice and saffron rice to-go. The food was amazing! Definitely will come back again to enjoy the atmosphere and the other foods. read more

Great food and excellent service. First time visiting from Alaska. Great job, will return

I ordered through the website and picked up. It took about 15 minutes total for me to get my food and be on my way. Quick, efficient and delicious! read more

Don't let the humble exterior fool you, this is a hidden GEM. One of the best dining experiences in recent memory, above and beyond hospitality , such passionate flavorful food. read more

Kastoori Grill - Incredible Paleek (my favorite) Veg Biryani, Tikka Masala w Green Peas, Pindi Chana - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Food and service were amazing. The host/ owners are personable and go to great lengths to make sure their food is fresh and that their customers are always satisfied. Ambience is cozy and comfortable. read more

This was my first time dining in at this place within Pike Place Market for early dinner last night. First glance when I came inside with my friend it looked very elegant and inviting. The waitress was hospitable in helping us get seated with great service and my friend and I ordered Vegetable Pakoras, 2 Kastoori Grill Specials of the Chicken Tikka with cream sauce and basmati rice which we added the garlic Naan since it didn't come with it and we were so satisfied with it in our bellies. Definitely will come back again next time to try other meals off the menu. Until then read more

Kastoori Grill - Kastoori Grill Special: Chicken Tikka with good amount of sizzle and charred onions with a lemon wedge. - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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It was our second time at this restaurant and we will be coming back so regularly! As a Pakistani person this is the most authentic restaurant food I have had- so fresh And tastes like Pakistan. Everything I have tried was made fresh and so delicious. The ambience is amazing- great seating, wonderful staff. Makes you feel like family truly. The prices are so great! incredibly reasonably priced for the quality. I would highly recommend the goat karahi. It was falling off the bone and so delicious. The naan are made in a tandoor and spectacular. Delicious chai too!! love it so much and the owners are so sweet. Can't wait to be back there soon! read more

Absolutely delicious. Service was great, they were very nice and accommodating. Food also came out super fast. There were not a lot of people inside but honestly there should be a line out the door. Will definitely be coming back. read more

Kastoori Grill - Butter chicken, mild. Garlic Naan. Chicken Tikka Masala, mild. - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What a warm refuge from the madness of Pike Place Market during the holidays! I'd never been here under the old ownership, but the new folks are at the top of their game, avoiding pre-made sauces in favor of homemade everything. The fried onions on top of the biryani were crispy and fresh, the tandoori chicken was as tender inside as any I've tasted, and the spinach dish (whose name I've forgotten) had a complex, rich flavor with just the right kick of green chilies. Friendly service, too. Can't wait to go back! read more

Had a wonderful evening at Kastoori Grill. Food was beyond exquisite and the owners were very kind. I enjoyed the homey feel, and would highly recommend. read more

Loved the momo's. So good. The sauce and everything just perfect! I ordered to-go and easy handoff and great customer service. For my momo needs, this will be my go-to. Make sure to get the momo's covered in the red sauce with onion and bell peppers. Simply delicious! read more

Just visited Kastoori Grill. Had chicken biryani, garlic naan, mixed veggies on a cold wet night. Excellent food, ample portions, and service from happy people.. And a location so close to Pike Place Market. While we were there late in the night on a Monday, the space is large enough to accommodate many diners. Strongly receommended. read more

This restaurant is now under new management and serves authentic Pakistani food. We tried the chicken biryani, chicken tikka and karahi goat. All were delicious. Loved the ambiance with Pakistani drama soundtracks playing. Don't let the old reviews dissuade you from going. read more

The food is great esp the goat curry. The meat was perfectly cooked and nice chunky pieces of meat. Garlic naan were amazing too. The chicken momos are a must try. The service and the staff was very very nice and so well spoken. The interior is little shady and very very old. This places needs a serious renovation. But if you don't care about the looks and more about the food, it's great. The presentation is good too. They lit candle under to keep the food hot. read more

Kastoori Grill - Butter Chicken - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Mixed lunch combo is a great deal. Flavors were delicious. Excellent service. Will definitely come back.

I loved the mo mos, chicken karahi, biryani, pineapple lassi, the beautiful setting and warm environment, and excellent staff.

Another 5 Star Review in the books. The Butter Chicken, Tandoori Chicken, Naan and a glass of Mango Lassi!! Everything was amazing read more

Our server was incredibly friendly and helpful, which made the whole experience even better. The food was absolutely 10/10 - so flavorful and fresh, easily some of the best Indian food I've had in Seattle. The atmosphere isn't really the draw here, but the amazing food and warm service more than make up for it. Highly recommend Kastoori Grill if you're looking for a fantastic meal! read more