Service was attentive and fantastic…read more Ambiance and atmosphere was relaxing, cozy with colorful artwork. Environment is not extremely casual, but more upward casual to semi-upscale. Tables had mini candles, white tablecloths and cloth napkins. I wish there were images of the food on the menu to get an idea of what some of the dishes were like. Everything like the curries, all came out in square shaped bowls, rather than on individual plates. I ordered Tandori Chicken which came with white basmati rice, and a side of plain naan bread. The chicken was delish, however it was dry and needed something wet like a curry to bring it all together. Next time, I would order another dish with the tandori chicken to bring it all together. The basmati rice was made perfectly, fluffy with toasted cumin seeds and a hint of oil. The plain naan bread was baked to perfection, toasty on the outside, chewy and moist on the inside with a hint of oil drizzled on top. Yumm! I had a Tamarind Margarita, which was unique and had a good kick to it. Everyone in my group enjoyed their food. Some folks shared a few items so they had more options. I would do that the next time. Highly recommend.

Food was good, service was great! I would go back if I was in the area, and definitely have more…read moreI'd like to try.

A great spot for groups with different dietary preferences!…read more I came to Tikka with a group that had a variety of dietary preferences, and I was really impressed by how easily they were able to accommodate everyone. There were plenty of options beyond the usual, including the vegan jackfruit biryani and tandoori wings. I had the chicken tikka masala with lamb naan, and both were delicious. The mocktails were also a standout! I tried the Cucumber Collins, and it was refreshing, flavorful, and honestly one of my favorite parts of the meal. The service was excellent. Our server was really kind, attentive, and made the experience feel welcoming without being overbearing. As for the atmosphere, it's moderately noisy, but you can still comfortably have a conversation at your table. It wasn't overly crowded or cramped when I visited, which I appreciated. Getting a reservation was easy, and there's metered street parking nearby, which is reasonably priced for DC. Overall, you can have a really nice meal here for around $50 per person, depending on what you order. Definitely a spot I'd recommend for a group dinner, especially when everyone has different dietary needs!

I got some quick takeout just to make use of a card offer and because I was in the neighborhood…read more This metro stop is not exactly known for being a food destination and there's a hip new South Indian restaurant up the road, so I wasn't sure this North Indian restaurant would be able to compete. However, I have to say it was good stuff. The momos I ordered had a bit of paneer in addition to vegetables and a sauce that wasn't quite enough for all (me being me, I had sauce at home). The star of the show, however, was a smoky, hearty dal that was great with or without the bread I added. I got two small meals out of it, so a reasonable value after my cost savings. I'm not sure that the Van Ness stop will ever draw big crowds, but I'd go back to this restaurant again anyway.

Other food plans let me down, but fortunately I have more than one plan, and I wandered over to…read morethis place on the edge of downtown Bethesda. It is on the smaller side, and one group was turned away for not having a reservation. I got a dumpling appetizer which delivered a mouthwatering array of vegetables, and a reasonably interesting fruity drink. The thing I came for, however, was a chole bhature. This fried bread and chickpea combination came with all the right accompaniments, and the chickpeas were richly flavored. It was a fantastic meal down to the last bite. It would not have been as good to go, and I recommend eating in. Service was a bit slow and they could have used another person working, but it was a clean and pleasant place to eat.

It is small and almost covert hiding on the ground floor of an older small office type building in…read moreBethesda. Don't be deterred by the outside. This was very good for a completely unplanned quick lunch (45min).The curry sauce was so good you could neglect the fig and paneer (which were good) and just eat the sauce with the rice. I've never felt that way about a curry sauce and I have had a fair bit of Indian food in a few trips around the sun. Versatile offerings; including things you don't get elsewhere along with the traditionals. Generous portions. Get the mango lassi with your meal. Polite sincere service. Stop in for lunch. The stars aren't lying about this one.

This is really really good Indian food. I myself tend to be a hard grader, so when I saw that this…read moreplace was anywhere below four stars. I was shocked. We order here regularly. There's no Indian anywhere near Tenley that compares. Their strength is having a number of things on the menu that no other Indian places have, and they do them well.

Dropped in for lunch before a stop at the local Dentist. The atmosphere is welcoming and friendly,…read moreand the service was excellent. Had the Lamb Saga with a cold Kingfisher beer, and for a treat had Gulab Jamun with Cardamom ice cream. Pure 100% deliciousnesss! I will be back.

I have gone to Kadhai's Monday thru Sunday luncheon buffet many many times and thoroughly enjoyed…read morethe buffet selection of meats and chicken, vegetables and especially their stews. I can honestly say that of all the Indian restaurants we've tried in Bethesda and DC, Kadhai is our favorite. The restaurant is roomy and spacing between tables is never tight and more than adequate. White linen tablecloths are on the tablesand all silverware & glassware are shiny & clean. Large windows let in plenty of light during the day. I find it nice to start off w/ an Indian style salad but sometimes the cooked food smells so good, that I skip straight to the covered containers. There is always a plethora of dishes that are so delicious and the chicken, lamb, & tandoori items are amazingly tender. Plus the sauces on the meats and vegetables are amazing. Sometimes I find myself enjoying a dish w/ a vegetable I would never eat, like squash, beause the sauce and other vegetables make such a delightful meal. If you want to pick up food from the buffet to take home, they now have a deal where you can take home 2 lbs of buffet food and pay the regular price for the buffet for 1 person. Just writing this review, makes me glad I am going tomorrow with friends. Kadhai Boutique Indian Cuisine Bethesda, MD How would you rate your experience? Choose a star rating on a scale of 1 to 5 Great Tell us about your experience A few things to consider in your review Food Service Ambiance Saved I have gone to Kadhai's Monday thru Sunday luncheon buffet many many times and thoroughly enjoyed the buffet selection of meats and chicken, vegetables and especially their stews. I can honestly say that of all the Indian restaurants we've tried in Bethesda and DC, Kadhai is our favorite. The restaurant is roomy and spacing between tables is never tight and more than adequate. White linen tablecloths are on the tablesand all silverware & glassware are shiny & clean. Large windows let in plenty of light during the day. I find it nice to start off w/ an Indian style salad but sometimes the cooked food smells so good, that I skip straight to the covered containers. There is always a plethora of dishes that are so delicious and the chicken, lamb, & tandoori items are amazingly tender. Plus the sauces on the meats and vegetables are amazing. Sometimes I find myself enjoying a dish w/ a vegetable I would never eat, like squash, beause the sauce and other vegetables make such a delightful meal. If you want to pick up food from the buffet to take home, they now have a deal where you can take home 2 lbs of buffet food and pay the regular price for the buffet for 1 person. Just writing this review, makes me glad I am going tomorrow with friends. The service is soo polite and friendly but never intrusive. Once your plate is finished it will be taken up by the waiter so you can go another round or 2 on the buffet w/ a clean plate. And if your water glass is empty, the waiter is quick to refill. I am so happy to have an Indian restaurant in Bethesda with great food, lovely ambiance and excellent waiters. Did this business ask you to write a review? For example, did a staff member request it, or did you get a text or email asking for a review? Your response is confidential. Yes No x

It honestly pains me to write this one-star review because I've been going to Kadahi for years and…read moreit's always been one of my favorite spots. Unfortunately, the last few visits haven't been great, and tonight was the worst it's ever been. I ordered the matar paneer and it was watery and almost completely flavorless, which is very unlike what I've had there before. The rice was even more disappointing -- it tasted old and was hardened into clumps, almost molded into the shape of the container instead of being individual grains. It was difficult to even break apart. The samosas were good, which was the one bright spot, but the garlic naan barely had any garlic on it. Normally their naan is amazing and very flavorful. I'm really disappointed because this used to be my go-to spot for Indian food. I'm hoping this was just a bad night, but after a few recent experiences that were also lacking in freshness and flavor, I may have to start looking for a new place.

The door dash order was good. The chicken biryani was on special buy one get one free. The flavors…read morewere great but it was a bit too spicy for me!

Unfortunately, the experience did not meet my expectations based on the website's presentation…read more While the manager was polite, the overall service was disappointing. The server was unresponsive and slow, eventually requiring me to get up and find her myself. The idli, masala dosa, and coconut chutney were mediocre- comparable to food court quality- and certainly not worth the price point. Additionally, the ambiance was misleading. The interior was very ordinary and lacked the white cloth tables shown in their online photos. Given these factors, I do not plan to return and would not recommend to others.

Really good food, great service and crispy cold beers! Can't wait to be back. Also Big portions, I…read moreeven have leftovers for later.

The service and the Brussels sprouts were the best part of the meal…read more The servers were very attentive and kind. The Brussels sprouts chat was so good! Roasted to perfection and paired well with the chutneys. I also ordered the lamb vindaloo and it was lack luster to me. The lamb chunks were good, but the sauce lacked spice even though I asked for spicy. My friend got the garlic naan and I tasted it. I wasn't a fan of the taste or texture. The restaurant itself is cute and cozy!

I love this place. We usually go on the weekend for lunch and the place is almost always empty. We…read morelove the veggie thali, momo, naan, navratan korma. All so good. Service is great.

The butter chicken was sooo good! Very good flavor…read more The paneer tikka masala was ok. I wish it was a little spicier. The garlic naan was pretty good! The samosa chaat was also pretty enjoyable! The house special naan was alright- it had a good aftertaste note The vegetable samosa was horrible. It was like a blended mash consistency and tasted like freezer samosas - not even the good kind

If you're looking for spicy and flavorful this is not the place to come. It is very plain tasting…read more It's not bad though per se . if you don't like spices perhaps this is the place for you. The garlic cilantro naan was a little too doughy and floury for me. The paneer makhani tasted a lot like tomato. Obviously there's tomato in it but it tasted like pasta sauce a little. There was not enough spices to taste much except tomato. the matar paneer was also ok. I probably would not come here again because I'm looking for more flavor but I can see why other people would really enjoy this place. They seem nice as well

Heritage is a neighborhood staple in cathedral heights. I have been dining in the area since I…read moremoved nearby for four years and finally decided to try this establishment. Indian food is not my favorite cuisine but it is mostly gluten-free which so I do keep it on my rotation. This location is never full so I was not sure about it. To be safe I ordered the butter chicken. It was good, but nothing special stood out. I did eat it all and the portion seemed adequate. They seemed a little understaffed even for not having many customers. The ambiance was fine but again nothing special stood out. There are way better Indian restaurants in DC starting with Rasika. Heritage is not bad, but there is nothing that popped for me. If you are in the area and the other restaurants are packed, you can give this a try, but if you are looking for something special, I suggest to keep looking.

Chai Pani completely blew me away and is easily going on my must-visit list every time I'm in DC…read more This was such a fun celebration of Indian street food, with every dish delivering incredible flavor. We ordered the sloppy jai (lamb sliders), lamb skewers, SPDP (sev puri/dahi puri), vada pav, chai with Parle-G biscuits, and jal jeera. Everything was fantastic, but the chai with Parle-G was pure nostalgia and brought back so many memories! The lamb dishes were flavorful and perfectly cooked, while the street food favorites were packed with the kind of bold flavors you'd expect from a great Indian chaat spot. Service was exceptional. The staff were attentive, friendly, and I especially appreciated that the servers actually pronounced the Indian dishes correctly--a small detail that made the experience even better. The vibe is lively, colorful, and incredibly welcoming. We went for lunch with a reservation, and I'd definitely recommend making one. They also have a pani puri stall on weekends, which is another reason to come back. Absolutely loved this place and can't wait to return the next time I'm in DC!

We returned for a second lunch with our daughter--in-law who was visiting from Zanzibar, and were…read moreable to explore more of the menu. She liked the food just as much as we do -- this time we tried the catfish special , catfish koliwada (I confess I was disappointed to find that the dish came in fried bite-sized morsels instead of whole filet), plus the disco bhel, aloo tikki chaat, and lamb kala masala (my favorite of them all), as well as another kale pakora chaat. Our daughter-in-law wanted some extra spice and was brought a small plate with a few hot peppers and a very spicy pickle (a small extra charge). One disappointment was the very loud music blaring , making it harder to chat in a normal voice -- the maitre d' explained that it is equally loud throughout the restaurant, providing an atmosphere comparable to Mumbai. I was not impressed by that excuse (and besides, it was NOT that loud every where in Mumbai when we were there 25 years ago) Sill, good and interesting food. A recommended place