My parents and I went again for the lunch buffet. We got so lucky to find a seat near the buffet…read morearea immediately upon arriving. Grabbed some chaat and vegetable pakora for appetizer. The pakora was fried perfectly and had the right amount of spices, making it so flavorful and addicting that my mom enjoyed it so much. The meat area had Chicken Tikka Masala, Cashew Chicken, Goat Biryani, and Tandoori Chicken. All were wonderful. The biryani had nice pieces of goat, but most of them had bones. The the goat was tender and flavorful from being with the bones. The cashew chicken was good, but also had bones. The chicken tikka was boneless and the chicken was soft. The sauces were flavorful and medium spiced. The tandoori chicken was cooked nicely, but you did need a knife and fork to cut it. For the vegetarian dishes, the okra and potato were both enjoyable. The paneer dish was a bit too sweet for me, and the vegetable biryani seemed to have golden raisins, which I didn't enjoy. For dessert, I just took the fruit custard, which was mostly just fruit in a mango milk/sauce. It was still delicious! We all agreed that the food was great here for the buffet! The service is good, but can be busy. While our plates got cleared for the first rounds, it did pile up during the second round and dessert. It didn't get cleared until we left. It was ok because we had enough space to eat anyways. I also noticed that relaxing piano music was in the background, so it does help calm the atmosphere in a tourist area. The price increased to about 20 dollars per person, but this is still a great deal. With various types of food to enjoy and unlimited portions til your stuffed, it's an excellent value. It's our preferred restaurant for Indian lunch buffet in the I-Drive area. Overall: A-

We were seated right away, and the staff was very friendly, which made for a welcoming start. They…read morehave a clear vegetarian section, and vegan and gluten-free menus are available upon request. The naan was fresh and fluffy. The cheese naan is unlike any paneer naan we have tried before--almost like a cheesy quesadilla. They didn't have Aloo Choley listed, but when we asked, the kitchen put together a version with chickpeas and potatoes that turned out delicious. We ordered the Dal Maharani, and while our waitress asked about spice level, it felt like she made the decision for us. We enjoy spice, but even the first bite was hotter than we expected, and we barely ate any of it despite it being otherwise flavorful. Toward the end, our waitress asked us to leave a review... and then stood there waiting. When my husband said we were still chatting, she kept circling back to check, which felt pretty pushy. Later, when we requested to-go boxes, she said "there is no rush" and then disappeared. We had to ask again. Overall, the food is good and the staff is mostly friendly, but the unexpectedly fiery dal and the slightly overzealous service kept this from being a 5-star experience.

Dining at Madras Cafe is truly a comforting dive into authentic South Indian flavors, especially if…read moreyou're in the mood for a proper, satisfying meal. We went for the Thali, and it arrived like a feast--beautifully presented with a wide variety of dishes that felt both generous and thoughtfully prepared. The portions are no joke here; it's the kind of meal that keeps you going back for "just one more bite." What's even better is that they're happy to offer additional servings if you're still hungry, which makes the experience feel warm and hospitable rather than transactional. Flavor-wise, the food really shines. Each component of the Thali carries its own personality--rich, aromatic, and rooted in tradition. You can tell the kitchen isn't cutting corners when it comes to spices and authenticity. That said, a few items leaned a bit on the salty side for my taste. It didn't take away from the overall enjoyment, but it was noticeable enough to stand out among otherwise well-balanced dishes. All in all, it's a place that delivers on both quantity and authenticity. If you're craving a hearty South Indian meal that feels close to home-style cooking, Madras Cafe is definitely worth the visit. Come hungry--you'll need the appetite.

Service was 5/5…read more Paper dosa 4/5 Sambhar 0/5 Chutney 1/5 but the quantity they give you is enough for 2 dips Mulgapodi 0/5 I'm surprised because their sister restaurant Saffron is amazing!

These guys are an absolute hidden gem. They have these amazing Indian fusion sandwiches, Indian…read morepizza and other items. They need to do a better job of advertising what they serve because while in the Bay Area, NY, NJ you'll find similar dishes. This is the only place in Florida you can get these items with great taste. I'm hoping they read this message and get their marketing team to step up. I have to continually tell people and explain this place and then people are excited such a place exists with such a menu. If you look at the reviews there are two people who are talking about the main restaurant. The menu pictures of the main restaurant. Tabla needs to step up with the outreach about this part of their business.

I don't think I've had Indian food in 20 years. A few buddies and I met there for lunch the other…read moreday and I gotta say, NOT BAD AT ALL! I'm hit and miss with Indian cuisine, but I genuinely enjoyed the food here. The Tandoori Shrimp and a side of Sweet Corn soup. I couldn't eat dinner that night I was still so full from lunch. I will try more from here. Good meal.

Great service, amazing authentic food, and warm environment. Worth every penny!! We have gone twice…read morenow and both times have been great. Also really good with allergies!

amazing food and amazing service, fantastic atmosphere. all around an amazing restaurantread more

While staying at a nearby hotel we stopped in at Curry Mantra. The reviews said there was a…read morelunchtime review but there was none. Still, we had an amazing experience! The restaurant is pretty with hanging umbrellas and metal art on the walls. The waitress was friendly and very efficient. The food is the star. Sherry had chicken biryani and butter naan. I had a combo (thali maybe) lunch with lentil soup, lamb vindaloo, naan, samosa and papadum. So so good! We wish we lived closer but when in Orlando, we know our go-to Indian place.

It is sad how mediocre service can change your perception of a restaurant. The food was good, but…read morethe service and hospitality was like they did not want you there. I had the mixed plate which was very good with garlic, naan. The portion size was very large, so a very good value for the money.

It's been awhile since we've been here in the heart of vacation land…read more It was as good as ever. Great service and ambience. I had the butter chicken which came with lintel soup that was very good.

5 stars is NOT enough for this Indian Restaurant!!!…read more In business for 38 years, I can honestly say I've never had a better serving of Tikka Masala in my entire life. Absolutely delicious and anytime I plan on being back in Orlando on International Drive I'm going to plan on returning here. Fun fact: many Indian restaurants shut down from 2:30 - 5pm daily. New Punjab does NOT do this, and is why I even stopped in here. Nicely done New Punjab!

Punjab means "the land of five rivers" or "five waters" (from Persian panj, "five," and āb,…read more"water"). The name refers to the five major tributaries of the Indus River that flow through the historic region: the Beas, Ravi, Sutlej, Chenab, and Jhelum. That is what this restaurant is all about , is like being in a home kitchen in that part of the world, fresh, full of flavors and humble. I finally found Wada Sambar that I love from my India Travel.. authentic @punjabkitchenkissimmeefl Punjab significa "la tierra de los cinco ríos" o "cinco aguas" (del persa panj, "cinco" y āb, "agua"). El nombre hace referencia a los cinco afluentes principales del río Indo que atraviesan la región histórica: el Beas, el Ravi, el Sutlej, el Chenab y el Jhelum. De eso se trata este restaurante: es como estar en la cocina de una casa en esa parte del mundo, fresco, lleno de sabores y sencillo. Por fin encontré el Wada Sambar que me encanto de mi viaje a la India... auténtico @punjabkitchenkissimmeefl

This place is more americanized than authentic. It's missing the Indian signature notes . It does…read moreoffer a lembu soda which is a version of lemonade but a Mumbai street side freshing drink. The decor is simple, the service is attentive. We tried the Chicken 65, Chicken Tikka masala, rice, butter Naan and pappadum. We washed it down with the lembu soda and Taj beer. If we were to go back we would try new dishes. Thanks for reading.

I went here for dinner after a not so good experience as madras cafe and I'm glad I did…read more Plain dosa 5/5 Chutneys 4/5 Sambhar 4/5 Service 5/5

Excellent food. Excellent service. Large party, we ordered some starters, some main dishes, and the…read morebread basket. Everything was excellent. Would eat again.