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    Madras Dhaba

    4.5 (157 reviews)
    InexpensiveIndian, Food Trucks
    Closed 11:00 am - 1:30 pm, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Chana Masala tacos
    Tracey Z.

    One of the best Indian food trucks I have been to. The food here is incredible, so flavorful and not a bad price. I got the Channa Masala tacos. The channa masala was so flavorful, tons of depth to the dish. The taco part was Paratha which was super soft and moist and flaky. Such a great dish. I love the fusion.

    Chicken Tikka Taco
    Christy M.

    Was craving Indian food but also wanted tacos, so I doordashed Madras Dhaba to see what these chicken tikka tacos were about. Boy was I impressed. The flavors were on point, the tortilla which was a paratha was flaky and delicious. I definitely enjoy this more than velvet tacos chicken tikka taco My only complaint was the chicken was on the dryer side - if anything I would've been happy with a little more tikka gravy to help the dryness. I also had the gulab jamuns that didn't have any of the traditional rose flavors but were still scrumptious nonetheless

    Chicken Tikka Taco
    Katie A.

    I will dream about these chicken tikka tacos for a long time! One of the best things I've ever eaten! These tacos can be found in a super cute food truck area in Austin! We came for dinner pretty late, so we received our food fairly quickly! We loved the food truck area and being able to eat in the middle of the action - I can't wait to have these the next time I'm in Austin!

    Chicken Tikka Masala
    Alex W.

    I was not expecting this food to be this good from a food truck. Shows how much I know about Austin. I stopped by this spot before heading back to El Paso with a group of friends. I ordered the somosa's, chicken tikka masala, and garlic naan. The somosa's were the regular potato filled kind and was 2nd only to some I had in Singapore. The chicken tikka masala and basmati rice were a nice spice and incredibly tasty. Some of the best I've had in years. The garlic naan was probably the item that could have had the most improvement as it seemed like it wasn't made fresh but it still allowed for good taste. Would definitely recommend this spot!

    Chicken Tikka Taco
    Zach O.

    This spot was surprisingly solid! The Tikka chicken was a bit dry for me personally, I may have just gotten bad luck with the batch, but overall it was good. The naan like bread for the taco shell was absolutely delicious and a perfect spin on a taco shell. A bit more rice in the taco would have made the taco a bit better as well. But I think this place is at least worth a try!

    Same shape and texture as Trader Joe's Naan. 100%
    Mirna L.

    Not sure how to feel about this place. I got the chicken biryani, the chicken vindaloo, saag panner and garlic naan. The biryani was kind of blah. Just maybe not enough spices. The vindaloo was ok. It was spicy as I ordered it though. The panner was good but very non-spicy. I don't feel it's authentic Indian food. However, the people making it are Indian for sure. One HUGE disappointment was the naan. It is straight from Trader Joe's. Literally. A restaurant (spot) offering a product directly from a grocery store, should just not offer the option at all.

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    Tanushri S.

    It's been a few years since we've had a chance to come back and try madras dhaba! They've managed to keep the flavor consistent over the course of the few years the trucks been around. I tried their paneer tikka tacos and they were not bad. I wish the tacos were a bit more spicy that would definitely elevate the flavors to a new level. Service is fast and they are open sure late! If you are in the area & are craving tacos with a "Desi" twist.. give this truck a shot! The food truck park also has other options .. so a great spot to come with a crowd! There are options for everyone to enjoy!

    Paratha
    Bill P.

    Ok ok ok where to begin with this place. Chicken biryani - HOLY SHIT. This dish is an absolute banger. If it was a Quentin Tarantino movie it would be Pulp Fiction: universally loved by everyone except those with bad taste. If you don't like this dish then you don't like biryani. Samosas: crispy and flavorful. This is a great example of a classic dish executed to perfection. Parathas: buttery and flaky. What's not to love? Alo with the classic style. They do offer a jalepeno cheese paratha but it's not as good as the original. The owner: textbook example of a hardworking business owner and someone you want to see succeed. The next time you want Indian food and you think about going to one of the tarka locations, have your closest friend slap you in the face and go check out this gem instead.

    Menu
    Sachin N.

    The best thing about Austin is the abundance of food trucks; they usually cater audience with fantastic food sans the decor that is usually associated with a sit down restaurant. The prices, for the most part, are relatively cheap and the quantity is plentiful. Madras Dhaba delivers on all these aspects. Madras Dhaba, located on the 6th street, occupies a spot among many other food trucks in a rectangular parking structure-esque area. The menu is front and center and it's quiet interesting. For starters, it has Indian Tacos, which I guess is very popular here. Unfortunately, we didn't try those (I think this was a big miss from my side) instead, we opted for the tried and tested, chicken 65 and paneer tikka masala along with Paratha and Garlic naan. We got the food to-go, although they have tables there for you to enjoy the food right there. The paratha was a delight and the quantity was abundant. The paneer tikka masala though was on the sweeter side which was a bummer. Everything was piping hot and fresh and we enjoyed the food. They do food delivery via all the regular delivery services which is a plus for anyone who wants to enjoy food at their own comfort. MadrasDhaba is an Indian food truck with a variety of options to choose from. It has both Vegetarian and meat options along with the usual drinks and deserts that you'd find in a typical Indian establishment. The twist about this place is the availability of Indian styled Tacos which is popular among the folks. This place is worth a try if you're in the area.

    Chicken 65
    Pratiksha M.

    Ok, I needed to revisit this review because it deserves much more love. Traditional flavor is a must with Indian food. But I have come here time and time again being thoroughly impressed with what Madras Dhaba has to offer. With a selective menu, they make sure their food is on point. (Normally my go to is the chicken biryani which is amazing!) This weekend I was craving Indian good so I ordered samosas, paratha and paneer tikka masala - all phenomenal - but I also just wanted something different. So I ordered the chicken 65, never having seen it on another Indian menu before. The dish blew my mind. Robust flavor and a rich coating of creamy spiced sauce with a grilled taste that reminded me of something cooked in a clay oven. Apparently the owner, Thilak, got motivation for this dish from a restaurant he went to in Madras, India. It was so good that during lunch today I was craving more and picked some up as a snack. The portion is good for sharing and it is not pre-made ( I saw him preparing the chicken for my meal). The cilantro sauce it comes with is a great addition. Try it and you won't be disappointed!

    Atul S.

    Mango lassi was the highlight of our food. One of the best one i ever had. Coming to main course- Saag paneer was more towards the creamy side which I didn't expected. We wanted it to be on spicy side. Paratha is not flaky enough. But the basmati pilaf was very fragrant and super tasty. Overall very good food for very reasonable prices. Would love to try their other menu items next time.

    Chicken Tikka Taco
    Katie B.

    The chicken tikka tacos I didn't know I needed in my life! Ordered delivery on a whim and it exceeded expectations. The tacos arrived piping hot (I live close to the truck but was too lazy to walk over - don't judge; we've all been there!) and were MASSIVE. I didn't need two but boy did I scarf them down with ease. Beautiful flavors, filling, and ace ingredients that combined for a hearty meal. Will most definitely be ordering again. And again. And again.

    Channa Masala Taco - in a compostable container!!!
    Remedy R.

    This is a change from the styrofoam they used to have - now the food truck park just needs a compost bin! Making moves in the right direction. Has some bomb ass Indian tacos!!! The flavors are jam packed and the portion sizes substantial. I'm hungry right now and ordering some food from this truck sounds highly appealing. There's vegetarian and meat options. The plates can be served as plates or as tacos on naan!

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    We only tried the samosas and they were fresh and flavorful. Service was quick and friendly.

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    5 years later still a favorite for the same reasons. Great food. Hate I don't live closer.

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    The food is SOOO good. I'm very picky with how my indian food taste and the service is consistent and fast.

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    Ask the Community - Madras Dhaba

    Is Madras Dhaba closed or is it now located on 6th Street?

    E 6th street

    Why did they close permanently? I am so sad!!

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