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    Mainland India

    4.1 (140 reviews)
    ModerateIndian, Bars
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Joy C.

    Definitely worth the $11.99 per person price for a weekend buffet. Mainland India Restaurant has its own parking lot behind the restaurant and once my daughter and I walked in at 11:30am on a Sunday, there were already a few tables occupied. The host was very friendly and welcoming and he talked us through the buffet set up. There was a separate table for the dishes, utensils, condiments, chai tea and other spices that you might like to add to the dishes. There were a lot of choices for the main dishes and my favorites were the Butter Chicken, Tandoori Chicken and the Chicken Dum Biryani. My daughter and I tried every single item on the trays and the three chicken dishes were the ones that we kept going back for. They also had mutton and fish curries, naan, and a couple other different kinds of rice. For dessert, we enjoyed the coconut ladoo and kheer. The dishes were all flavorful and delicious but they were lukewarm and the mutton was tough and not the easiest to chew. It would also be nice if the lighting was a little brighter so it is easier for customers like me (who did not know all of the dishes on the trays) to see what is in each dish. There was one dish that was cold (not lukewarm) but it was beside the supposedly hot dishes so I was confused what the temperature of that specific dish was supposed to be at. I also hope that they will add at least one beef dish. The service was great. Our dirty plates were taken away as soon as we put them on the side of the table, our drinks were filled, and they were consistent in checking on all the customers, making sure that everybody was happy. I will definitely come back here for their weekend buffets and maybe for a regular dinner. We enjoyed our first time dining at Mainland India and it won't be the last.

    Indian music videos on 3 screens
    Jennifer D.

    Outstanding Indian lunch buffet. This was our first time here. We've been to numerous Indian lunch buffets, but this is my new favorite. The service is outstanding. Sam and Jaxter took care of our table. Attentive, incredibly friendly and prompt. As soon as we entered the restaurant, a gentleman named Sam, led us to our table. When we approached the buffet he asked if this was our first visit to this restaurant. When we replied, "Yes", he offered to walk us down the buffet line. Sam's guidance was appreciated and informative. My husband and I have never experienced this level of customer service and graciousness at a buffet. If you zoom-in on my photos you'll be able to see all of the buffet items labels. They had the usual raita, mint chutney, and tamarind, but they also had 2 mango condiments, plus a pickled vegetable condiment. I've had the 1st 3 numerous times over the years. However, I have never noticed the mango ones and the pickled veggies. I would never have taken these 3 condiments, but because Sam explained what they were, I did and absolutely loved them. Delish! My husband and I sampled every item on the buffet and thoroughly enjoyed them all. Sam recommended items on the buffet that would pair well with our wine choice, a Gamay Noir (onion pakora/pagoda and chicken 65) which was appreciated. One of my favorite aspects of Mainland India is the Indian music videos they have playing on 3 screens. The music and visuals create a festive atmosphere that for us was so enjoyable and complimentary of ethnic cuisine. For me, this sets this restaurant apart from the others. I highly recommend you try out Mainland India Restaurant. I have no doubt you'll be very happy you did.

    Bella K.

    This was my first visit here, and was blindly stumbled upon. Lucky me! A close friend and I ordered 3 main dishes from the menu: Mutton Curry, Lamb Curry, and Lamb Tikka Masala. For sides we ordered both butter Naan and garlic Naan bread plus 2 vegetable samosas. We both drank water. My favorites were the garlic Naan bread with lots of FRESH garlic, the Mutton curry. And vegetable samosas. The spices of the curry perfectly complemented the Mutton and was amazing to eat with the bread. The vegetable samosas were spicy, piping hot and served with tamarind and mint chutney. It really helps mellow out the heat. Amazing.

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    Joshua M.

    The best Chicken Tikka Masala I've ever had, so creamy and with the perfect amount of spice/heat. I also had the fried cauliflower app, really well made food. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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    Matt K.

    My mother in law is from Kerala and highly recommends this place. We have ordered the Pompano fish on a weekly basis now. You can order online via Beyond app if you want. Garlic Naan is amazing here and the fish dishes are just incredible. Got the Red Snapper tonight thanks to the manager and I will order this all the time now!!! If you love Paneer then try the Paneer Tikka Masala. Nice amount of spice if you're a novice.

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    One of the best butter chicken dishes I have had. The samosas were delicious as well although the sweet sauce was watery. It was different to order from the phone when you are dining in, but it wasn't bad. We also got saag lamb and there was plenty boneless lamb in it, which was nice. We got garlic naan and it was perfect with the butter chicken. The carrot dessert was delicious. The other special dessert listed first on the menu was not that good to me. Service was decent. I may come back for the butter chicken.

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    Their food is tasty, authentic. I am not a fan of spicy food but I enjoy their food a lot.

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    Quality ok. Pricing ridiculous. Ordered just an appetizer and main item and $50 for delivery.

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    Expensive, tasteless, greasy food. Their prices are like high end restaurants but food quality is nowhere near to a good restaurant

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    I highly recommend the Kerala chicken curry. The chicken curry is not boneless but still

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    Very good food very nice clean and relaxed place will come back for sure and recommend when people are looking for indian food

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