I ended up here on recommendations for local. It didn't strike me as obvious a restaurant on the…read moreground level of this large building in Fells would produce quality Indian food, but it certainly did. I noted with some amusement that they sent new staff to serve me, and I figure that's fine, I'm closing in on 5000 Yelp reviews, I'm a veteran at this. I ordered slightly unconventionally, getting a spread of dumplings and a side of dal with some bread. The momos were delightful in texture. They way the were served with sauce in between them rather than on the side was a little unconventional, but the end result worked well. My dal was richly flavored, with a fresh tadka clearly evident on top. The bread wasn't quite enough to mop up the whole thing, but I don't mind just eating straight lentils from time to time with a spoon, so ultimately this meal was a winner. I would be more than happy to return.

Was this the greatest Indian meal ever? Absolutely not. Was it decent? Let's call it a…read moreparticipation trophy. As a solo diner, I was promptly seated, which was a great start. The restaurant was more than half empty, so I figured I'd be in and out like you expect at a downtown restaurant when you're dining alone. Well, that was wishful thinking. The service was slow as hell. It took forever for the shrimp to arrive, and then, when I was ready to leave, the check apparently needed to complete a spiritual journey before reaching my table. Empty tables everywhere, but somehow time stood still. I ordered the tandoori shrimp, which came with rice and tikka masala sauce, along with a mango lassi. Dinner sorted, right? Well, sort of. $25 for five pieces of shrimp felt like I had personally sponsored the shrimp's retirement fund. And the tikka masala sauce? So bland, I'm pretty sure the spices were still waiting for their flight to arrive. Naturally, I needed more protein, so I ordered the tandoori chicken. It was, once again, pretty mid. I asked for medium spice and received a level of heat that made me question my life choices. Medium should not feel like a personal attack on your taste buds. The chicken also had burnt edges, adding a little charcoal garnish to the experience. And here's the real kicker: despite serving chicken spicy enough to make me see my ancestors, my water glass was never refilled. Not once. Apparently, hydration was an optional upgrade. I skipped the rice and tikka masala gravy with the chicken because, honestly, I had already given that relationship a chance. By the end, I had spent around $50 before tip for a very mediocre dinner. That's not a meal. That's a small financial setback with a mango lassi. The location is convenient, though. I was staying at the Waterfront Hotel, and it was just a short walk away, which was probably the highlight of the evening. And to the restaurant: folks, please do better. Winning awards and putting up posters is great, but a wall full of trophies doesn't automatically make the food top of the line. The food has to do some of the heavy lifting too. This meal was pretty far from top of the line. And if you're looking for a quick, reasonably priced downtown dinner, be prepared to bring some patience, your own water bottle, and possibly a fire extinguisher. You might finish your meal before the check even begins its journey.

Hospitality was great. Naan was awesome. The shrimp fried rice was a larger plate than expected…read more Good atmosphere.

A smaller restaurant with great food, comfortable ambiance and first rate service…read more Tandav is nestled on a street corner off Broad St. Street parking is the only parking here so you might need to walk a little. Ambiance is nice- set in tables if two and four with seating for ~12 parties. The restaurant was very clean and had a good feel to it. It's a more romantic place, cozy but not setup to feel overcrowded. A great spot for a date Service is very friendly, with recommendations if asked and staff who care about your experience. A nice change from chains and carry out restaurants. Food is on point. We had chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, bhindi masala and garlic naan. Very good seasoning overall and the tikka masala had the right amount cream. Flavors were well developed and savory. Quantities of protein were good yet still plenty of sauce for naan dipping. Spice levels were a little mild compared to many Indian restaurants I have tried so I would recommend ordering one spice level up. The restaurant offers alcoholic drinks and has a decent wine selection. Prices are very competitive. We were very happy with our meal and overall experience. I would definitely recommend Tandav to you with high marks across the board. Cheers!

My wife and I used to live in Charles Village, and today--after more than 30 years--we revisited…read morethe area with our son, who will soon be working at Johns Hopkins. While exploring, we discovered a new Indian/Nepalese restaurant and are so glad we gave it a try because the food was absolutely delicious. In addition to traditional Indian and Nepalese dishes, they also serve Indo-Nepali-Chinese fusion options like dumplings, chow mein, and chow fun--highly recommended! The owners, Bim and Arjun, were incredibly kind and even offered us samples of some tasty appetizers, including crispy vegetable pakoras and flavorful garlic naan. Everything was fresh and full of flavor. What stood out to us most was that none of the dishes were greasy, which we really appreciated. We ordered juicy chicken dumplings, a fragrant lamb biryani, chicken tikka pizza, and chicken tandoori--all of which were excellent. We even ordered chicken karahi to go for dinner! We'll definitely be back whenever we're in the Johns Hopkins area again.

Indian food is tasty and generous portions. Best Indian food out of all the surrounding options…read more(Charles Village, Remington). They make it as spicy as requested and the food is flavorful, not oily. Great to have this option in Waverly.

This is more like a 3.5 star experience. I walked in and placed my order. It was done in about 7…read moreminutes, which was very fast. The food sitting in the counter area did not look very appetizing the way it was stored, but my food looked much better once I received it. I got the chicken tikka marsala platter, and it was pretty tasty. I would come to get it again, as it came with salad, a side and a nice sized piece of naan bread (which was really good). The marsala sauce was on the sweeter side, but I enjoyed it overall. The chickpeas could have had more flavor though. I did not enjoy the veggie samosas. They were fried entirely too hard and the filling was spicier than I liked.

I miss their weekly combos and the lamb curry so much! Still, the Karahi is so good - you can't go…read morewrong with the chicken or the lamb. Their spinach is delicious. I wish it was sold in bigger portions. The naan and green chutney are tasty. It feels healthy as far as take out options are concerned and it's so comforting. I could eat it every week.

I placed a large takeout order through DoorDash yesterday, and everything exceeded expectations…read more The food arrived hot and fresh, all items were correct, and they even included cutlery and napkins which I really appreciate these days. My mother ordered the chicken tikka masala and thoroughly enjoyed it. I had the chicken vindaloo (medium), which was flavorful and delicious. One of the items we ordered that was a standout for everyone was the Mango Lassi . Every single person in our group ordered one, and we all loved it. Overall, a great experience from start to finish. I'll definitely be ordering from this restaurant again!

Typical Indian place in a plaza - though the front doors are interesting. There are 2 and you can't…read morereally tell which one you should enter/exit through, lol. A friend and I were seated quickly, and provided menus. I knew I wanted mango lassi and ordered that. We decided to split beef samosas and garlic naan. I went with a veggie saag dish but asked for it extra spicy. The mango lassi was amazing, it was hard to stop myself from chugging it. The beef samosas were well made, perfectly flaky, however, I realized in that moment I prefer veggie samosas. The entrees arrived and my dish smelled amazing. I tried my best to spoon rice onto my plate, but the rice was oddly stacked high on a plate and would just tumble down like an avalanche. I prefer my rice in a bowl. So, my saag dish, while well prepared and was hot, was lacking flavor to me due to the spice used to provide the heat I wanted. And that's on me. I realized this meal that I should get maybe medium spice at most, then ask for whatever their version of "hots" is on the side. Overall, it was a very pleasant visit. Service was amazing. I just made bad choices, which is not Little India's fault.

I decided to order take out. It was still lunch time but near the end…read more They have lunch buffet from I believe 11am-230pm. It has select items available for buffet. Im not a buffet kind of person but I have taken part in this buffet previously when the doors open as I can see patrons visiting such. This has been my favorite AUTHENTIC HALAL Indian restaurant. Unfortunate for me its across town and with traffic could be almost 2 hour travel round trip. I ordered the tandoori chicken (mild) with spinach and an order of the vegetable samosas. While waiting I spoke about the items on the buffet menu to someone I was speaking with and to my surprise I was given a bowl of curry chickpea (I enjoyed in the past). The service and attentiveness has always been great. Today was no different. During my wait for my order to be prepared I was offered a beverage and my selection was cold water. My order came out within reasonable time and hot. The vegetable samosas did not stand a chance once I got into the car. They were with thw right crisp, authentic spices and mix of tasty potatoes and peas dipped into the "green" sauce. I then indulged in the curry chickpeas and as one could imagine they didnt stand a chance beyond the car. Most delish. Once I got home, my tandoori chicken after travelling in the mad ttaffic across town; food was still hot. The portion size is always enough for 2 meals for me. I plated my meal on to anotger plate and enjoyed every bite of the authentic dish with juicy tender grilled chicken and fresh sliced cucumbers, onions and carrots. Over rice. Prices, like everywhere else, has taken a hike. I use to pay $16-$18 for the tandoori meal and its $22 now. The samosas use to be $5 and I think they are $7. I knew in the past the lamb meal took a drastic jump increase in price and that strayed me from purchasing but the portions of would can be justified for some of the cost. I dont remember a bad experiece here. I definitely will continue visiting this establishment for my Indian cuisine fix.

I live in this neighborhood but never had the chance to eat here until a week ago. Bombay Nights…read morewas such a pleasant surprise! The food was flavorful, fresh, and clearly made with care. Everything we ordered had bold spices without being overwhelming, and the portions were generous. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere felt cozy and welcoming--perfect for a relaxed dinner. I'll Never go a meal without the buttered naan Highly recommend

Note: lunch buffet price increased to $16.99 effective Jan 1, 2025…read more Still a great deal as you can try a variety of food!

Found this place on our way back to Florida from Jersey. Peanut Sadeko - if you are white and like…read morea little spice ask for mild! Medium was super spicy! Pani puri - crunchy balls of yum. Served cold. Would have liked a little more filling. Chicken vindaloo for me was tasty. Husband doesn't care for white meat, chicken as he finds it a little dry. I had Chhoyala chicken. Again, Medium was spicy enough that I picked out the chilis and seeds! But super tasty! Service was quick and friendly (even though the server tried to kill me with Medium! LOL). The banana lassi to finish. The decor could use a little updating, though it's nice enough.

We absolutely love Darbar! The food is always so amazing and they have exceptional customer…read moreservice. We order from them all the time. Without a doubt the best Indian cuisine in Baltimore!

Great weekend brunch buffet! There's not alot of options but plenty enough to have variety and…read moregreat things to eat. It comes with a dessert, chai, a few apps, proteins (vegetarian and meat), and curries/stews. So yummy!

just dropping by to give another 5 stars to one of my favorite restaurants! we've been coming here…read morefor almost a decade and it truly is such a comfort spot for me and my family. my 4yo loves the aloo tikki chaat (we all do). we always get the tikka masala with chicken or goat and throw a couple other things in the mix. the garlic naan is a fav, so is the tandoori fish. everyone here is so lovely!!!!!!!!

I've never actually been inside the restaurant but it's one of my go to spots when ordering…read moredelivery. They use their own delivery drivers, which I love. They're very timely and make sure you get your food in your hand. The garlic naan is always on point 10/10. And I'd have to say their tikka masala is also very good HOWEVER the chicken is better than the fish. Somehow the salmon always tastes a bit overcooked. Chicken Tikka Masala 8.5/10 Salmon Tikka Masala 7/10