Decided to check this place out while roaming around the short pump town center. We were greeted and welcomed by friendly staffs who were attentive all throughout our dining experience. The ambiance was great for any occasions as well. We decided to vet prawn korma and butter chicken curry with garlic naan on the side, which all exceeded our expectation by far. They were very rich and flavorful and we were very happy coming out. Will certainly come back next time! read more

Lehja - Chaat - Indian Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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This is some of the best Indian food I've ever had in my life, and that's saying something, given that I'm from San Francisco and have eaten in many great Indian restaurants in my life. This has become one of mine and my wife's favorite restaurants that we go to every time we visit the Richmond area. For appetizers, you have to try the Gobhi Manchurian. One of the most unique and incredible cauliflower dishes I've ever had. For entrees, get one of the special dishes that Lehja has, like the Deconstructed Butter Chicken or the lamb chops. They're all stellar, and really different than what other Indian places have. read more

My fiancé and I went here on a date night and were blown away. The menu has everything you'd want for a classic Indian Dining experience and the staff is very helpful with answering any questions that we had. I ordered the Delhi Chicken Curry, it was so flavorful without being overpowering. The Chicken Tikka Masala was also delicious. I absolutely recommend getting some garlic naan with anything that you may order. It's insane how delicious it is and how well it pairs with any sauce. Also, they have a happy hour from 4:30-6:30, so if you drink, try to capitalize on that. All in all this is a must try!! read more

Lehja - Menu - Indian Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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I ordered the Lamb Biryani($26) and Tandoori Seabass Kadhai($36). The food was very delicious and I'm very thankful for the waiter's recommendation on what food to get and with what spice levels. They were very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. The seabass kadhai was very savory and the curry was very creamy and paired fantastically with the rice and seabass. The lamb biryani was also very good and I loved the spice level it had. I haven't had that many prior Indian meals prior to this, but this experience has made me wanting more and trying all the other dishes they have to offer. Definitely would come back again! Food(50%): 8.7 Staff/service(25%): 8.5 Value(25%): 7.0 Overall: 8.3/10 read more

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I love Lehja, and am shocked I havent revirwrd them prior to this. It is always an amazing dining experience with excellant service. You can feel and taste the love Sunny puts into every dish! Everything was flavorful and fresh, especially the Shahi Paneer which was rich, creamy and perfectly spiced. Friendly and attentive staff made the experience smooth and welcoming. Vibrant ambiance added to the enjoyment of the meal. Good portion sizes and quality for the price. The meal felt indulgent without being overpriced. Overall: A five-star experience across the board--will definitely be back! What I Tried: Samosa Chaat Shahi Paneer Naan Neapolitan Kulfi Sula Chenin Blanc My Rating Rationale: +1 Service +1 Food (Taste/Flavor/Quality) +1 Presentation +1 Atmosphere/Vibe +1 Value read more

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I was sooo excited to take my friend here, they've never had Indian food before and I've never been to this specific restaurant before so I took the opportunity to try this place out while we were shopping at the mall. First I love the decor, it's very dimly lit so the lighting is amazing. It's not dark at all but the moody element to the restaurant is perfect for a date night. Of course the food is amazing we got the butter chicken and rice we ordered the garlic Naan (highly recommend) it was fresh and warm and soo good! It is a little pricey but the amount of food and quality you get is well worth it. Customer service was what made me really give five stars, our waiter was patient and attentive, and super knowledgeable when we had questions. I'll be back!! read more

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We went to Lehja for my stepsons birthday. He loves Indian food as do we. They made our night with him (he's 19) special and absolutely delicious. We started with a large sampling of the appetizers which I highly recommend. The Chaat de Jour was a layered potato (think stacked gratin) with a crunchy kale topping, with pomegranate and a few creamy components. It was outstanding. Some of the best bites I've had in a long time. We also had the blue crab taka-tak. It's so good. Heavy on the crab, with a nice kick and served with Naan for a perfect bite. The coconut curry scallops are buttery and perfectly seared with a creamy curry that compliments the scallop. We also had their special appetizer which was a fried avocado over a bed of spicy fresh peas. That description is not doing it justice - it was delicious. For entrees my step son had the butter chicken. Creamy and the best preparation of this common Indian dish in Richmond! I had their special - braised lamb (lamb is my jam -corny I know) over a collard spicy sauce. I know there was also fenugreek in it as well. Amazing. My husband had a prawn dish our waiter suggested. My husband simply said he wanted a prawn dish and the waiter came up with an amazing idea and I'm fairly certain it wasn't in the menu. We had their assorted Naan basket and the raita. Clearly we ordered a lot so we had leftovers and the amazing waiters brought us fresh rice to go with it (their rice is perfect). The service: outstanding. Our waiter explained anything we didn't know about in an easy to understand manner. He had amazing suggestions and was always willing to give input on menu choices - which I love. The owner came by twice. It started to rain heavily and my step son and husband left to get the car. The owner knew it was my stepsons birthday and gave me a wonderful mango dessert to bring to him. On the house. Just a lovely touch. We sat in the front room which is beautiful and has tables spaced apart nicely so you're not on top of one another. The food, service, attention to detail and again the FOOD is by far some of the best in Richmond. They also have a very nice wine menu, we just didn't order any and they have lots of nonalcoholic fun drinks- nice touch! If you got to the end of this review, you HAVE to go to Lehja. It's truly amazing and again, one of the best restaurants in Richmond. read more

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Service and ambiance was great. Multiple servers tended to us and we got everything in a timely manner with everything coming out fresh and hot. Food was solid, not the best considering the prices, but would still go again. read more

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Excellent location in Short Pump! Sunny, the owner, is very friendly and involved in all aspects of the restaurant. Fun fact, Lehja is the first Indian restaurant in the US to serve dishes from all regions. The owner is Punjabi. The Mango lassi was yogurty, no pistachio on top. Just the basics. The firecracker Tikka chicken looked ugly when served, it must have been a busy night. It was a bit dry. The Blue Crab Takatak was ok, I don't like their Naan, it's very bready and heavy. It should be cooked a bit longer, and perhaps, be a bit buttery. Theirs tastes like bland bread and leaves notes of flour on the palate. The sauce with the tandoori Khadai was delicious but 3 stars was outrageously hot, and I am no stranger to spice. The bar looks nice and the outdoor seating is inviting. 2 people, 2 apps, 1 entree, 1 lassi, 1 dessert was $91 +tip read more

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Great for a date night... family/friend outing...and definitely large groups. I highly recommend the samosas, scallops, lamb biryani, tandoori cauliflower, tandoori, prawns, ANY lentil dish, garlic naan? and going with people who like to order family-style and "throw down". They are very accommodating to the eastern palate and scale to cater to your spice tolerance. It's easily one of the best restaurants in short pump and thankfully I have been more than a dozen times since my initial disappointment 10 years ago. A flavorful experience you shouldn't miss. read more

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This spot was recommended by a coworker and it didn't disappoint. Initially I was a little skeptical because of how upscale and Americanized it seemed but the food was so good. We asked the server for recommendations and he ordered off the menu items for us so I don't really remember what they were called. The only thing we got from the menu was the assorted bread which included naan, garlic naan, and aloo kulcha. All of them were crispy and fluffy. read more

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What's the point of posting photos without any caption of what they are... I'll try to not do what most reviewers do. I promise. First of, the cocktails. Yeah! No good! Too watery and very weak! My hubby got the Ginger Bellini; more water taste than any Bellini, and I got Princess of Kashmir; again very watery, not impressive at all. No 2nd round of cocktails. DISHES Appetizer: Blue Crab Taka Tak Taste better with papad than with naan. Quite tasty and I would give 4 stars. Sides: 1. Papad Basket with mint and mango chutney. Must have to compliment the main dishes. 5 stars 2. Garlic Naan 5 stars 3. Spicy Garlic Naan 5 stars Main: 1. Tandoori Seabass Kadhai 4 stars It's quite yummy but fall short on the spices flavors. 2. Malai Methi Ki Makai 4.5 stars It's yummy enough 3. Delhi-ish style Chicken Curry 5 stars I wanted butter chicken but I thought I should try something different. Sure enough, best decision ever! read more

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Sat at the bar for a quick dinner and drink before a comedy show. I've been wanting to try Lehja for the longest time. I got a mule and butter chicken. We also got garlic naan to share. Everything was absolutely incredible. I can't wait to come back! read more

Lehja is located adjacent to a mall, but they are off of a walkway/courtyard and have some outdoor seating which is really nice. We had a group of four on our way to another event in another state. We sat outside and really enjoyed the food and service. We started with two orders of Gobhi Manchurian, breaded, deep fried cauliflower florets in a spicy red sauce. I would almost call these buffalo cauliflower with an Indian spice. Excellent, very tasty. Not too hot, and cooked perfectly. I could eat that every day. We also ordered garlic naan and chili garlic naan, both were really tasty. I ordered Lamb Malai Marke, which is chunked lamb in a creamy cashew sauce... There were some conversations with the wait staff about heat levels (1-5) and I ordered level 3, which was great. The rest of the table ordered level 2. The impression I got was that 3 was "iffy", but I enjoy spicy food and there was no sweating or sniffling. Other dishes at the table: Lamb Malai Marke, a Murg Methi Lazeez (chicken chunks in a Mughlai style cashew curry), and another one that I don't know the name of. All of it was excellent. To top it off, the staff were very friendly and consistently available and the price was fair. So... atmosphere (outside) -Check, food -Check, service -Check, price -Check. I'd love to come back and try the rest of what appears to be an excellent menu. read more

Lehja - Indian Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

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Best Indian in Richmond! Sunny is the owner and is one of the nicest people. Every time I go with my dad, Sunny always comes up and says hi and talks to us. He's very personable! I got the Chicken Tikka Masala and I can't handle any spice so I always say 0 but really that means a 1. It's delicious every time I go! The Lunch special is the best deal! You get a salad and unlimited Naan bread at lunch time. At Dinner time you have to pay for each basket of Naan bread. I can never finish it so it makes the perfect leftovers. Rice typically doesn't heat up well but this rice does, just add a little water to it and then heat it up. The inside is super pretty, very elegant and great for business meetings, especially lunch time. They even have a bar area which is one of my pictures. In the summer time when it is warm they even have outside seating. You can also get the food to go. The hours are 11:30AM-2:30PM, 4:30-10PM Happy Hour is 4:30-6:30pm and they don't do it Saturdays and Sundays read more

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The cuisine is excellent and well presented with enough variety to make it worth a return visit. The ambience is great considering its location in a busy shopping centre/mall. It appeared to be clean and we were comfortable with outdoor seating. The only downfall was the service. Not so much the lack thereof, but the snobby attitude of our server. He had a superiority complex that was intimidating to newcomers of Indian cuisine, even though I am a huge fan on Indian food and understand the menu. The guy was simply demeaning, which threw off the whole experience. read more

We sat at the bar. Manager/owner? Took care of us. Started with the Chaat du jour...So delicious....black chick peas, sweet, crunchy, spicy, and savory! Next -pork rib special....OMGOSH.....marinated in Indian mango & hints of ghost pepper. Meat fell off the bone. Last, had to have Butter Chicken. It was perfect and fantastic....layers of flavor and slight heat. We chose 3 on a scale of 1-5. Husband had a delicious mojito with REAL cane sugar! It is not clear when it is real-it's a darker color. Food was fantastic. Our host was equally wonderful! read more

Very pleasant ambiance and our server was hilarious. For starters the gobhi manchurian and mushroom-chèvre kulcha were fantastic, as was my lychee martini. Everyone else in my party was also pleased with their cocktails. The dessert sampler was very tasty but, had small portions for the price. The grilled chicken, shrimp, and veggies in the Chicken Shrimp Zafrani were tasty, but I felt that it was a bit small and I was craving so much more of the sauce (which was so good - but there was barely any of it!). My friends had butter chicken and biryani and those were all very good too. read more

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For years people have been telling me "Lehja is THEE place to get Indian food in RVA" so after years and years of hearing this from several people I decided to check it out. I had a Buisness meeting here with my boss on a week day. The dinner crowd was just starting to trickle in when I arrived. Right off the bat I was stunned at how intimate of a vibe this place had. Hanging crystals to separate the booths, dark mood lighting and candles. Not the best place to take your boss lol!! Definitely a great spot for a romantic date though. The servers were great, very attentive and had a "here to serve attitude" I loved them. The manager was also pleasant. When taking our order the server said we could pick our spice level from 1-5. I love spice but I know that spice levels at Indian restaurants can get really hot so I played it safe and went for a level 2. Not the mildest but one notch above. My boss opted for a level 5!! 5 is the highest!! For context my boss is very worldly and well traveled, he's accustom to very spicy food. The server looked perplexed when my boss said he wanted a level 5 he almost tried to deter him from it. My boss stuck to his original request and asked for the 5. When his food arrived he was surprised by how mild it was. He actually added additional spices to get some spice. I ordered a salmon Tikka with asparagus! The salmon and asparagus were both cooked well. The sauce was pretty bland though, not at all what I expected. For dessert we ordered a chocolate cake. The cake was very rich. Overall my experience at Lehja was a little underwhelming. The service was great, the food was underwhelming and the atmosphere was warm and romantic. Again not ideal for doing business. read more

Lehja - Wild Salmon Tikka - Indian Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The owner, Sonny, is a talented restauranteur and has done an excellent job with every element of Lehja. The atmosphere is well done, good service and the food is excellent. Good variety, quality ingredients and very well prepared. If you enjoy Indian food, this is a place that you will enjoy! read more

I've had the pleasure of dining at Lehja multiple times, and while there have been a few minor service hiccups, the overall experience has always been exceptional. It's clear that the management is dedicated to upholding a high standard, whereas some service staff may view their roles as merely a job rather than an integral part of the brand's reputation. The food, however, is consistently outstanding! Every dish I've ordered has been flavorful and delicious, but I do recommend specifying your desired level of spiciness, as the default tends to be mildly spiced, likely due to the restaurant's consideration for American palates. The Galauti kabab is a standout, melting in your mouth with rich flavors, and the Chicken malai tikki is also a winner. Naans are always served Fresh. attentive management, who ensures timely service and checks in regularly when dining with larger groups, add to the excellent experience. Plus, the extensive wine selection and trendy bar area make Lehja a must-visit for an upscale Indian dining experience in Richmond. Highly recommend!! read more

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This is a high-end Indian restaurant in the Short Pump Town Center. The trickiest part about dining here is locating the place in this huge shopping mall. But once there, we were impressed by the interior and the pleasant ambiance. My wife & I had a lovely dinner here. We had a plain naan and a cheese with mushroom naan and both were very good. For dinner, we shared two entrées: the Tandoori Lamb Chops and the Seafood Kerala Curry. The four lamb chops were cooked perfectly and were delicious. The Seafood Kerala Curry contained sea bass, 2 large shrimps, & 2 large scallops. It was prepared perfectly and was excellent. The service was proper and adequate, if nonchalant. This place suffers, as seems to be the case with many Indian restaurants, from a lack of female servers and hostesses. They are also open for lunch. Location: 4 stars Food: 5 stars Service: 4 stars Ambiance/Décor: 5 stars Value: 4 stars read more

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This is our go-to Indian restaurant in Richmond. We have eaten here many times and always find the food to be delicious. The staff are always friendly and helpful with menu questions and suggestions. Sunny, the owner, is frequently walking around and willing to stop and chat. The venue is clean and very modern. Definitely worth a visit. read more

Ok, I'm sad to say this was not the first place we tried when we went out. After very rudely being turned away from another establishment where we had reservations, I called Lehja on a whim because I knew they were close. Our party of four were not disappointed. Not only did the wait-staff accommodate our group, shortly after ordering some starters and drinks the owner (Sunny) stopped by to say hello and check on how things were going. We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Lehja. Everyone at the table shared some of their dishes so we could taste some of everything from seafood to goat (which I'd never had) and some of the best flavors I've ever had in a restaurant. Sunny, you have just earned a spot here and as a Richmond staple for our family. The food and friendly service was secondary to none. read more

Lehja - Goat Biryani - Indian Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

In terms of taste, this was pretty good. Nothing amazing but it will definitely satisfy your Indian food cravings. However, it was pretty pricy so keep that in mind if you end up going! I went with six other friends (definitely make a reservation if you have a big group) this past Saturday for dinner and we ordered an entree each, a few appetizers, and lots of mango lassis. The consistency of the mango lassi was more watery than I'm used to (less viscous, I guess) but that was preferred by most of our table. Not too sweet and enjoyable! $4 for a thin and tall glass. We got "Chaat Du Jour" ($10) and two "Gobhi Manchurian" ($10 each). I thought the chaat was delicious and thoroughly enjoyed the chickpeas and sauce! The fried cauliflower (Gobhi) was very delicious but there were like 4-5 florets per appetizer which is extremely pricy. That's $2 per bite of cauliflower. I didn't think it was worth it. I got the saag paneer entree (level 2 spice and $17) which had a very small spice kick. Good amount of paneer in the curry and it was pretty standard in terms of taste - very creamy and loved the seasoning. I'd probably get the level 3 if I come back. For a vegetarian entree, this was pretty expensive. Our table got two servings of "Assorted Breads" ($11 each). The bread was delicious but the portion was small. Our entrees did come with lots of basmati rice so we had a huge food coma after. Overall, I'd recommend this restaurant if you're down for a more "high end" experience and if you want to splurge a bit. Otherwise, there are definitely cheaper options in the RVA area (like Lemon, for example). Service was helpful and friendly! read more

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I've had Indian food once before. In London where it is supposed to be the closest thing to "real" Indian food. Lehja was better. By far. Suni, the owner, stopped by our table to regale us in his stories. Unbelievable. The food was fantastic. I am spoiled. I can't believe I've missed this place. The scallops were....special. read more

Look for 26 dollars the butter chicken it's was bland. Like I honestly couldn't finish it and I wish I could take it back but I ordered out. I feel like I wasted my money read more

We used to come here a lot more often pre-Covid and was almost always amazed by the food but we decided to try it again years later. It was just alright, nothing too special and it is more on the pricey given it's location. the portion sizes are comparable to other Indian restaurants around the area. I ordered a lychee martini and I was not a fan. It could be a great place to go to if you're already at the mall and want a snack, but we were far from full from the food we ordered (3 entrees, garlic naan, and two orders of basmati rice). read more

Lehja - chicken korma - Indian Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I can't believe how long it's taken me to try Lehja! Today was the day! We arrived at around 1:15 p.m. purposely trying to avoid a lunch crowd. There were two other tables in the area where we were seated, spaced far enough apart for covid comfort. Decor was more upscale than the typical Indian restaurant, appropriate for the Short Pump location. Black cloth napkins and they ask ice or no ice for the waters. Our server was pleasant and promptly took our orders of saag paneer for me and tandoori lamb tikka for my nephew. My nephew likes very spicy food, so of the 1-5 spice levels, he asked for 4, while I asked for 3. The dishes came with naan and small mixed green salads with balsamic dressing, both delicious. My saag was perfect. His dish, however, was not even as spicy as mine. Our server checked and said she put in the right temperature, but offered to bring some house made hot sauce, which did the trick (except it was cold). He said his lamb was a bit tough (interesting observation from a 12 -year-old), but otherwise, he enjoyed the meal. While I thoroughly enjoyed Lehja, taste-wise, there are lots of other Indian restaurants that match it and offer larger portions at a smaller price point. You're paying for the location and decor here. I'd definitely go back, but it wouldn't necessarily be my first choice for Indian food. read more

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The food was incredible! We have high standards for Indian food because we want authentic flavor, and Lehja certainly meets the mark. The staff was very friendly and knowledgable about the different dishes, the levels of spice were pretty good (though I expected "Indian hot" to be slightly spicier). The restaurant decor feels more upscale and was nice for a date night. I can't wait to go back and try different dishes on the menu. read more

Lehja - Indian Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Twice , once pre- and once post-COVID, the genuineness of spice combinations and freshness of the meat fish and produce have been impeccable. Last night the chef-owner approached our table. It was Monday so he had time. Long conversation about how meticulous they are to provide spicy heat levels that don't bust your gut, unless you ask. They recently had spice night and sold out immediately. My out of town guest was impressed. read more

If I could give this place zero stars I would. I will write a review every time, I don't care how much time has passed. The bartender threw a menu at me. Unprovoked. I asked "May I see a bar menu?" The bartender rolled her eyes and threw it. I told the manager and was dismissed. read more

Phenomenal food! The owner/ Manager was pleasant and help to accomodate my husbands food allergies! Great location in Short Pump, beautiful presentation read more

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My husband and I took our parents to dinner here for a celebration. The food itself was not terrible, but not amazing as you'd expect from a James Beard Nominated place. Sure the ambiance is beautiful, service is top notch, but what's the point when food is good just not amazing as I thought it would be. It will satisfy your Indian food cravings, but I think flavors need to be worked on a bit. It seemed very americanized and not traditional enough. read more

Lehja - Indian Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Excellent food and fabulous service. They were incredibly helpful as we were first timers for Indian food. We will be back as the Chaat de Jour and sea bass were delicious along with the other items. We loved the ambiance. read more

Lehja is consistently the best Indian food in Richmond, and that fact has been confirmed each time I've gone. There is one other place that matches in flavor, but nowhere else has the trinity of flavor, atmosphere, and service like Lehja harbors. The owner, Sonny, has such a clear passion for food. He comes to the tables to check on guests regularly. He's even created a "contemporary" section of the menu that reflects more of a modernized and elevated take on Indian cuisine. If you're asking me, I recommend the Lamb Saag and the Chicken Tikka Masala. The drink menu is strong (I love the snake charmer), and the desserts are stronger (get the gulab jamun). Overall, you can't live in Richmond and claim to love Indian food if you haven't been to lehja at least once read more

Lehja - Chicken Tikka, Lamb Saag, naan! IG: @_badassfoodie - Indian Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

It's a higher class restaurant, unfortunately came with overpriced food that was underwhelming.

Our server was excellent. He was very informed on the menu and the spin the restaurant had on the dishes. I think some of the dishes were very very tasty especially the eggplant, but the nan left something to desire! It wasn't very soft it was just kind of boring. Prices are a little higher than you would expect from a typical Indian restaurant! He had some very interesting spins on some cocktails using Indian spices and tropical fruit! read more

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Indian restaurants tend to run on a spectrum. At one end, you have swanky places with polished service that serve regrettably tepid flavors in an attempt to cater to a broad audience. Conversely, smaller operations sling authentic, bold dishes that taste like home but in environs best suited for takeout or a quick meal. Lehja represents one of the few restaurants to hit the sweet spot in offering a large menu of dishes with gourmet touches, appealing ambiance, and great service. My wife and I chose Lehja to celebrate an anniversary due to its accolades (best of Richmond lists, James Beard nomination for the chef, etc). We started wine from the small but well curated list of by-the-glass pours for my wife and a generous draft of a Veil double IPA for me. A selection of cocktails and a vast library of bottled wine rounds out the drink program. Our food tasted great. We started with the lamb gulati kebab and an off menu special of spinach and kale chaat. The former offered two meaty, juicy patties of lamb seasoned heavily with chili and paired with a complimentary, bright red pepper chutney. We didn't taste much of the advertised goat cheese stuffing, but the kebab was tasty enough that we didn't care. The chaat offered addictive, crispy flash fried greens tossed in a balanced, zesty blend of chutneys and yogurt. This dish compared favorably to the famous spinach chaat at Rasika in DC. For mains, we opted for the duck sali boti and the lamb malai marke. The duck comprised two meltingly tender confit duck legs in a tangy (albeit slightly watery), spicy tomato based curry topped with addictive, crispy duck fat potatoes. The fries in particular were a unique touch that sopped up the sauce well and made for an extra hearty bite. The lamb yielded morsels of tender meat swimming in a rich, creamy, and warmly spiced gravy. We enjoyed these dishes with Lehja's pillowy, chewy naan, which while a little small represented an excellent rendition of the classic bread. Note should be made of the great service here. I think that the manager and/or owner primarily took care of us, and he offered menu suggestions and demonstrated an excellent knowledge of the menu. Despite the restaurant being slammed, he routinely checked in on us to make sure we were happy with our meal. The personal touch was most welcome, and his passion for the restaurant was obvious. While a meal at Lehja can get pricey, the quality of the ingredients shines and the portions (save for the naans) are fair. We enjoyed our meal here to a greater extent than expected. The food possessed ample flavor and spicing to satisfy our native Indian tastebuds while offering some unique twists. Our meal earned four stars with an extra fifth for warm, professional service. As such, Lehja is definitely worth the splurge for any fan of Indian cuisine. read more

I came here for dinner my second day in Richmond on a business trip and I enjoyed the experience. The bartender and owner were very personable. The food was pretty solid as well. The Firecracker Chicken Tikka appetizer was healthy and flavorful. The Tandoori Seabass Kadhai was also good but not as spicy as I wanted it. I was asked 1-5 on the spicy level and asked for 5. It was more of a 2 for my palate as I can take my food extra spicy. It comes with a huge bowl of Basmati Rice which I barely touched as it would have been way too much for me. The Pistachio Kulfi was a pretty tasty dessert but nothing mind blowing. They have a good wine selection here, including Indian wine. I tried an Indian Cab/Shiraz blend which was pretty good. The prices here are definitely higher than most Indian restaurants as Indian food is usually very affordable. The prices are probably double most Indian places I have been to, other than fine dining establishments I've been to in DC. read more

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