What a great little place! The town and campus were relatively empty for a Wednesday, so I was one for the few people there.... Usually that's a red flag, but this place was great! I got the chicken curry with a side of naan. I ordered medium spice.... I should have realized this was a real place and not an Americanized one. The spice was about my maximum tolerance, but soooooooo flavorful. I am looking forward to going again to try some of their chickpea dishes!! read more

My group and I had a wonderful, spontaneous dining experience here over Labor Day weekend. We were initially walking to a different restaurant when we paused outside this place and realized we were all craving some great South Asian food. Since it was a holiday weekend, Pullman was incredibly quiet, and the restaurant was completely empty when we walked in. However, it quickly filled up with a steady stream of both dine-in and takeout customers once we sat down.The food did not disappoint! We tried a broad range of dishes: the Paneer Tikka Masala meal, the Beef Tehari meal, and a Shish Kabab meal from their special menu. Everything was incredibly flavorful and satisfying. Word of warning on the heat: we asked for medium spice across the board, and it definitely had a kick that felt slightly over a typical medium level.To drink, we tried the Mango Lassi--which wasn't the bright yellow color you sometimes see, but tasted absolutely great. Pro-tip: make sure to order the ginger version of their black tea. It's incredibly soothing and the perfect way to finish a big meal.The service was lovely and very welcoming. This place definitely deserves a visit at least once, and it is officially on our rotation list for our next trip to town! read more

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We absolutely love Mela, it's one of the best places in Pullman! We get food from there for all our visitors to town. The palak paneer is excellent and my husband describes the fish as "pretty much perfect." Plus, during the pandemic lockdowns the owners donated food every week to those in need and they donate to the schools food pantry program. We are so lucky to have this restaurant in our town read more

This was fabulous!! We had a big group and tried a wide variety of food, including biriyani (chicken and goat), palak paneer, lamb curry, samosas, and lots more. Super yummy everything! My husband was also thrilled they had carrot halvah, as we've only found it at one other restaurant, and it was really delicious too! Would definitely go back multiple times. Great service, totally reasonable prices, fantastic place! read more

I ordered their special and it was good. The goat meat is fresh and it comes with bones which could be difficult to eat. But the overall flavor is great. I wish they come with more veggies read more

Mela Bangladeshi Cuisine - Bangladeshi Near Me - Pullman, Washington

Food was delicious except the Naan which though tasty didn't seem freshly made. We tried the Lamb curry, Garlic naan and the Mutton biriyani. Portions were reasonable but slightly smaller and expensive compared to what we are used to in California. The owner came to talk to us and was spending time with all the diners, as well asking about the food. This was a nice experience. Very pleasant atmosphere. read more

Great food, got take out but the portion size was good and everything tasted great. Service was good too. Nice vibe in the restaurant.

This was some of the best food I have ever had! The service was great and they were so kind. Also, you need to try the golap jum!! Will definitely be coming back the next time I'm in Pullman. read more

Are you a foodie in Pullman? Then Mela is a must have in the area!! I've been twice now, and everything I've had has been spectacular. My favorite was their goat biryani, which was incredibly tender and well seasoned, but if that isn't an option they have a great take on tikka masala. My boyfriend and I really enjoyed all of the mosaic wall art on display, and our servers were all very friendly and professional. read more

Start with one of the best cups of chai then dive into the sorts of south Asian dishes that may be familiar to you -- the butter chicken or tikka masala -- or venture into the tastier Bangladeshi foods. Whatever you get will be amazing. Add in some pleasant service and a downtown ambiance and you've got a restaurant that Pullman needs. read more

An evening out with my husband....and we finally got to try Mela (we tried in Moscow twice before they moved to Pullman....one night it was closed, the other night it was in process of moving to Pullman). We will be back! Yum yum! Wonderful food (chicken tikka masala and the mutton special, PERFECT rice, samosas and a crisp, delicious baklava), attentive service and an extra highlight was the chance to chat with the owner a while in between and hear some of her story. Clean, attractive location and perfect food. TRY IT! read more

I came to visit my youngest one who goes to WSU, with husband and elderly parents. Felt like eating Indian food so tried this place out. The owners were so friendly and kind, even made the place warmer when they saw my mom was cold. The place is simple, super clean, quiet, beautiful and the food was amazing! It was one of the best Indian meals I've had. Definitely will come back. read more

Me and my friends still come here very often. The food comes out warm but I wish it can come out HOT. The food it flavorful in spice but the adjustments in spicy have been made but it's so slight it is very faint. I wish there was a little more of a kick when it comes to being spicy but it was well seasoned with spice. Service is always super nice, we get checked up by all the staff and it makes it feel warm and welcoming. Depending when you come it can be quiet or full but it's always a nice setting regardless. read more

Mela Bangladeshi Cuisine - Butter chicken 19, side naan 3 - Bangladeshi Near Me - Pullman, Washington

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Truly delicious with wonderful flavors omg and those chicken samosas were delicious also make sure to get that tamarind sauce. I also got the Lamb curry so delicious with just enough spice and a nice fluffy rice and palate cleanser. A must get is the chai tea with the Golap Jum a perfect place to go out to treat yourself or go on a nice date with the wonderful art throughout the restaurant. The owners were great host as well, making each guest feel welcome. To wrap it all up definitely give this place a try. read more

Mela Bangladeshi Cuisine - Golan Jum - Bangladeshi Near Me - Pullman, Washington

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My family and I dined at Mela a few weeks ago and had a wonderful experience! I ordered and got to taste test the Mattor Paneer Masala, Palak Dish, Fish Dopeyaja, and Beef Tehari. Everything was delicious and well portioned. My father has an Omega 6 allergy and when he asked the waitress about ingredients used in the dishes, the owner personally visited our table to provide insight and make recommendations. She even went as far as to assure him that she would make sure to have an Omega 6-free option on the menu in the future! The customer service was amazing. For dessert, we split the Golap Jum, which was a perfect way to end our meal. I highly recommend this restaurant and look forward to visiting again. read more

This place was so yummy! I went here with my girlfriend and we ordered Palak dish, Chicken Biryani, and mango lassi! It was so good and we cannot wait to go back. The owners are so nice! They came by mid-meal to ask how we were enjoying the food! I cannot recommend this place enough! A must if you are coming into Pullman. :) read more

Mela Bangladeshi Cuisine - Bangladeshi Near Me - Pullman, Washington

This was such a gem of a find during our trip to the Palouse. The food was authentic Bangladeshi cuisine, and reminded my family and I of home. The service was amazing and the ambience beautifully reflected Bangladeshi culture. We had a chat with the owners as well - warm lovely people . This place is a must if you are visiting Pullman. We can't wait to go back! read more

Brought a friend here a few months ago, and now I brought my mom today. We all enjoyed the food a lot. The beef samosas were delicious. Same with the chicken tikka masala, curry, and chicken biryani. All very delicious. We got medium spiciness and it was perfect. The garlic naan is perfection. Friendly waiter and very lovely ambience (we went at a less busy time). read more

The service was great and I felt very welcome from the second I walked in the door. We were allowed to seat ourselves and there was only two or three other groups of people in the restaurant around 6pm on a Saturday. I got the chicken Tikka marsala. They give you so many options for each dish. You can choose to sub the rice for just Naan bread for a dollar. Or if you choose to keep the rice you can sub the salad for more rice for free. If you choose to also keep the salad there are three different types of dressing for it. Personally I'm a sauce lover so I wish there was just a little more sauce on the dish. My only complaint is the presentation of the baby carrots on the salad, it just takes away from the overall look of the dish. read more

Mela Bangladeshi Cuisine - Chicken Tikka Marsala - Bangladeshi Near Me - Pullman, Washington

The food was very good and the service and ambience were excellent. Highly recommended!!! Would have been nice to have a Kingfisher with dinner, but unfortunately no beer available. read more

Amazing food and at a fair price! The chef is amazing and the food so authentic and fresh tasting!

Nice place to have lunch at Mela Great taste and excellent services provided The restaurant manger visit us to. Heck the food and the services provided to be sure of the standards It was great and enjoyable moments at Mela Highly recommended read more

My partner and I love South Asian food. Mela is a true gem! The owners, who are exceptionally kind and welcoming, have worked hard to create a beautiful restaurant. Eating there is like having a home-cooked meal made with the freshest ingredients, spiced by a master chef. If you live in Pullman or Moscow and have never eaten here, do yourself a favor and visit. You will become a regular. read more

Atmosphere was very cafeteria like but the food and service more than made up for it. The medium heat was perfect for our tastes. We will definitely return on our next visit to Pullman read more

Our second time to Mela, and it was every bit as great as the first. I had the chicken biryani and my wife had the chicken tikka masala. Excellent balance of seasonings in each meal, with each meal's rice prepared in a unique style. You can tell these dishes are prepared with care and attention to detail. The owner greeted every patron, just like the first time we ate at Mela, answering questions about the dishes and ensuring all were satisfied. Truly outstanding customer service! read more

We happened upon this restaurant by luck due to some promising reviews and can safely say it was an amazing find. Located in a prime location in beautiful and charming downtown Pullman, street parking was readily available. The food was incredible, authentic Bangladeshi fare with generous portions. Our group tried the Samosas, Pakora, chicken curry, as well as the lamb and beef tehari -- no one left disappointed! The restaurant owner even took the time away from preparing dishes for the entire restaurant to chat and convey the amazing story of how Mela Bangladeshi Cuisine came into existence. If you're in (or near) Pullman, definitely stop by! You'll be glad you did. read more

So nice to have a new cuisine in Pullman! We had a big group that got chicken curry, butter chicken, tikka masala, and paneer curry. All were excellent! And some yummy baklava for dessert . read more

We couldn't be more delighted and impressed. Delicious food, fabulous decor, outstanding service and perfect ambiance. It's wonderful to know there is a place in town to bring guests and feel proud. read more

I will give this meal three stars because overall when I left I had enough food, no leftovers which is fine, and most of it was pretty OK. It was also overall a little disappointing based on the reviews juxtaposed with my experience, however. My butter chicken was not discernible as butter chicken and had no richness nor even a hint of butter and what was reported by the chef as primarily tomatoes and onions tasted like poorly seasoned pumpkin. The rich spices, tomato flavor, butter, and seasoning I expected were not present. While I ordered my meal spicy, there was not a hint of spice. The vegetable and chicken samosas were really good and the tamarind sauce was as expected and the mint sauce was above average. The raita, however, tasted like melted frozen yogurt. It was extremely sweet and not good. The basmati rice was delicious and the pita bread was pretty good. It looks like I can anticipate a response from the owner based on these other reviews which is not necessary. This is a reflection of my dining experience. I drove quite a distance for this meal based on the reviews. The ambience was average, the location is good, and the service was OK minus not appreciating the check in from the chef on how things were after the meal was totally done. It was a little much. read more

Excellent food, service and ambience The owner was so sweet. She wanted to make sure we were happy with our meal. We will be back when we are in Pullman again. read more

Alright food. Very inconsistent whenever you order. Can definitely be spicier as well. Portions aren't generous.

Going back!! The food was delicious. Service was good. Atmosphere was casual. The owner cooks everything from scratch (except their naan) using family recipes. GF options, no soy, cashews are the only nuts, no preservatives or food coloring. read more

Dining at Mela was like having a favorite comfort meal at home! The owner and chef, Shaheen Khan, personally checked on me and assured me that her curry salmon was one of her specialties. She must have put some extra love in the dish, because it was so delicious and perfectly cooked, like a warm hug! The seasoning and ingredients were so fresh and the side salad was low key super tasty. The restaurant is clean, modern and decorated with Bangladeshi art and textiles, adding a cultural flair read more

Wonderful restaurant, delicious food, friendly service, and elegant decor. We are lucky to have it in downtown Pullman.

We had reservations for 6:00 on Thanksgiving eve (aka Wednesday). I think it was busier than they expected, they're still getting their feet under them, and food was slow to come out, but the host kept our waters filled and it's got a cute bistro feel, so waiting didn't bother us. The veggie samosas were fantastic and Mela's tamarind sauce is one of the best I've had. Their vegan pakoras weren't the vegetable ones I'm used to, but are made of lentil flour. I'm from the South and they reminded me of hush puppies (which I love, made from corn meal). Isn't it neat how different cultures can create such similar appetizers? I'm a vegetarian so I got the mattor paneer, and it was delicious. Their mild is a very mild. I can't handle spicy food, and my partner pours Sriracha on everything. He asked for medium to very spicy. Surprisingly I think we both could have handled more spice, but I see why they're cautious at Mela. He had a chicken dish and really liked it. The whole Mela staff is very friendly and I enjoyed my evening out. It is kind of pricey, but this is labor-intensive cuisine, so I understand. We will return for take-out or special occasions. Mela is a WIN for Pullman and they deserve to succeed! read more