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    Masala Kitchen

    4.7 (23 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Cynthia M.

    Masala Kitchen is tucked in an industrial building but is packed with all kinds of Indian groceries and fresh vegetables. They have a small buffet but expands to more offerings on Thursdays-weekend. I had an AYCE buffet with naan bread & small water bottle included for $14.99, which was delicious and authentic! I highly recommend!

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    Mark G.

    This is a south Asian grocery with a daily buffet. The weekend buffet has 10 items and is quite an experience. The seating and service are simple, which I am certain keeps the costs low. Each item seems authentic to me, but I cannot be a judge. The Butter Chicken was excellent. There are fully vegetarian options as well. The buffet is on a steam table next to the cashier. You have an option of take out, which is by the pound, or eat in all you care to eat. We received two very nice Naan breads and were offered more. The drink is water, but if you want something else, they have a full selection of drinks to purchase. We were encouraged to go back for more, and they checked on us regularly. The seating area is in the back of the shop. I am giving a high rating for quality and authenticity. The grocery has a huge selection of spices, rice, and other delicacies, breads, etc. There is a halal meat counter.

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    Incredible quality delicious and flavorful buffet served modestly on plastic plates in an awesome party room in the back

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    Amazing food, Great taste, Great service,Big portions. Outstanding price & Quick service.

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    Great first experience. The owners are great and very hospitable. Food was excellent.

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    Good quality reasonable prices of groceries and cooked food, staff very friendly and nice clean store.

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    I think I remember getting the samosa which was alright, but the highlight for me was butter chicken.

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    BBQ Tonite

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    4.1(40 reviews)
    7.4 mi

    One of my favorite spots in Catonsville serving up what I've been told is top-tier Pakistani food!…read moreI only grab carryout but dine in is possible. My go-to is the BBQ mixed grill, which is an excellent value for the money. You get a little bit of everything for only $27 (as of this writing). It's enough to feed a family or, for an individual, to have leftovers for several days. The food is just spicy enough to provide a bit of a kick but it's not excessive and dominating. Check out this hidden gem next time you're in the area. 8/10

    Had been curious about trying this place since I pass it most days when I go to my child's daycare…read more Overall, not bad. The outside doesn't suggest much, but there is a decent amount of space inside. I ordered takeout, but there was a huge family that filled several tables. The folks at the counter seemed busy, but they got to me after a minute to get me my food. Food - despite the name, this is not what I would call a barbecue takeout place. It is a Pakistani restaurant that is meat-forward, but not exclusively meat dishes. We went for the Mixed BBQ, which had plenty of meat for at least two hungry people, but my wife and two of our children had plenty for dinner one night and lunch the next day. The kebab was nicely spiced ground meat and it was decent on its own but also nice with a spicy green sauce. The chicken tikka was solid. There were also some heavily spiced ground beef patties. Child #1 is vegetarian and got a Lahori Chana and a Palak Paneer. The Chana was pretty standard, nicely spiced chickpeas. The palak paneer was solid with a nice blend of warm spices, but I wouldn't call it spicy. We also tried out an order of Chicken Tikka Masala. It wasn't as bright or creamy as I've gotten at other Indian or Pakistani places. It was still tasty though. A variety of breads to mop it all up, and it was a solid meal.

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    Kabob N Karahi - Chiken boti and seek kabob 
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    Kabob N Karahi

    4.4(44 reviews)
    19.3 mi

    The boneless lamb karahi for 2 is soooo good. The lamb is super tender, flavorful, and comes out…read morepiping hot every time. The sauce is rich, perfectly spiced, and honestly just off the charts. It's amazing to scoop up with their naan, which is soft, fresh, and seriously delicious. You could easily get this just for yourself and have leftovers for later, or bring someone along and share. The portion size is really generous and the price is very fair for what you get. This is hands down the best lamb karahi I've had. I used to go to Ravi Kabob House for karahi, but now Kabob and Karahi is definitely my new go-to spot. The staff are friendly and welcoming, and service is quick. My wife and daughter ordered the lamb and chicken kabobs and were both super happy with their meals too. Everything we tried was tasty and affordable. The restaurant itself is clean, cozy, and has plenty of seating, which makes it a great place to dine in. Definitely worth coming back to try more dishes!

    Kabob N Kahari has been one of my go-to spots since the old Silver Spring days, so finally visiting…read morethe Gaithersburg location brought back a lot of memories. This was always one of those places my friends and I would come back to whenever people were back in town visiting after college. The food still hits exactly how I remembered. The goat karahi extra spicy was packed with flavor, rich, saucy, and perfect with fresh garlic naan. The kabobs were juicy, the portions were generous, and the mango lassi balanced everything out perfectly. If you're looking for authentic Pakistani comfort food in the DMV, Kabob N Kahari is easily one of the local staples worth checking out.

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    Famous Kabob & Karahi - Chicken Kabob

    Famous Kabob & Karahi

    4.1(54 reviews)
    9.3 mi
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    I decided to stop by on a whim for lunch this past Wednesday. While the restaurant was a bit quiet…read morewhen I arrived, I was promptly greeted and placed my order. My meal took about 15-20 minutes to prepare, but it was well worth the wait. The food was perfectly seasoned, incredibly tasty, and the portions were very generous. I'll definitely be returning!

    We took our out-of-town guests to Famous Kabob & Karahi (9711 Fort Meade Road, Laurel) for lunch on…read moreFebruary 11, 2026. This small, family-owned restaurant offers freshly prepared, well-seasoned South Asian cuisine in a quiet, welcoming setting. The food was flavorful, generously portioned, and made to order. We enjoyed chicken karahi, chapli kabab, chicken seekh kabab, goat curry, and chana, followed by tea. The freshly grilled meats were tender and aromatic, and the house-made breads were warm and delicious. Though the restaurant may appear unassuming from the outside, its food quality makes the visit truly worthwhile. The owner, Manzoor Ahmad, and his staff were warm, attentive, and gracious. We appreciated the pleasant conversation with the owner and the thoughtful gesture of complimentary items. The only drawback was the service time, since most dishes are prepared fresh on a small grill, resulting in a noticeable wait. However, the freshness and taste more than compensated for the delay. Overall, we had an excellent dining experience and would gladly make the relatively long drive again to enjoy their authentic and satisfying cuisine. Zafar Iqbal, PhD, Herndon, VA

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    Punjab Kabab & Sweets - Goat Biryani

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    4.3(77 reviews)
    6.8 mi
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    I was driving back from Baltimore to the Fredericksburg, VA area on a weekday and was really…read moreinterested in enjoying some Pakistani food (not Indian, nor Persian, and definitely not Afghan) - I searched and saw there were lots of reviews (hundreds) on social media for this place, so I stopped in. It's not too far off the highway, so it was easy to get to. The inside was really dingey and rundown (but don't let this bother you, you're there for the food!) and there was a laminated menu on the counter to look at... The couple that runs it was there and the guy was friendly and helpful. I was in the mood for karahi, but I was by myself and typically restaurants make this for two people, so he suggested I get chicken curry. It took about 10 mins to make. First thing I did was taste the broth (the curry sauce) and it was spot on - AMAZING!!! Then I ripped into the naan and took to ripping chicken of the bone and enjoying... I scarfed that dish down in no time, and there was quite a bit there! The basmati that came with it was very tasty! And he brought me a ramakin of yogurt chutney (this is how chutney is supposed to be!) - it was fresh and soothed the spice of the dish. Regarding the spice level, he asked how I wanted it and I told him I was Pakistani to make it for me the same way he'd eat it and they got is right! Naan was excellent! Perfectly cooked, but the dough was great! Nice texture and flavor to it! Overall - I enjoyed my lunch and would come back! Definitely a place that sells all the typical kabobs, but don't sleep on their curries!!

    Try Pakistani Punjabi food! Family run, nothing fancy at ALL. Every time I go there, there are…read morePakistanis eating there. You can derive your conclusion. Cheap for authentic taste!

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    Toosso - Channa Chaat

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    3.5(434 reviews)
    34.5 mi
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    What a meal! The host, usman, was exceptional! Cant wait to come back again! Authentic Pakistani…read morefood at it's best

    Yesterday, Friday, August 28, 2026, we took our guests from New York to Toosso, located at 20921…read moreDavenport Dr., Sterling, VA 20165, for lunch. Our guests were particularly interested in visiting because Tooso is a familiar name to many people from Karachi. Their first impression, however, was less enthusiastic, especially considering the restaurant's size and ambiance. We live in Herndon and have eaten at Tooso several times, although, for some reason, there had been a gap of a few months since our last visit. The restaurant appears to have changed since then. The seating area has been reduced, apparently to make room for office space and employee facilities. The place now has a somewhat rugged, basic appearance, although the atmosphere remains clean and peaceful. It is casual and somewhat dhaba-like rather than polished or formal. The service is largely self-help: customers have to pick up disposable forks, knives, spoons, and paper napkins themselves. For lunch, we ordered bowls of qeema, grilled chicken, chickpeas, bread, and rice. Unfortunately, we felt that both the quality and portion sizes had declined compared with our earlier visits, while the prices had increased. This was disappointing, particularly because we had recommended the restaurant to our guests based on our previous experiences. Tooso continues to benefit from its longstanding reputation as a halal restaurant serving authentic Pakistani-style food. Its location is convenient, with easy access from Route 7, and parking is usually readily available in the adjoining lot. Overall, while Tooso retains the name recognition and reputation that have made it popular among people familiar with Pakistani food, our latest visit did not quite live up to our expectations or to the standard we remembered from previous visits. I would give 3.0 stars based on our last visit. Zafar Iqbal, PhD

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    Cashier who said their dining area closes at 8:30pm and said there's no manager on duty.

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