I had a minimum of contact with this food purveyor but you need to know that this is not a food…read moretruck nor is it at an abandoned building. It's inside the gas station at this location and they offer Indian food as well as American food like fried chicken and fish and burgers, etc. I did get an order of butter naan because I was nibblish and it was good. Service was friendly and efficient and the naan was ready pretty quickly. There are a couple of tables if you want to sit down and eat but it's really a take out spot inside the gas station mini mart. They were doing a pretty steady business with truckers that seemed quite familiar with their food. That should tell you a little something.

Whoa. I haven't found a gem like this in a while…read more Amidst a long drive what a delight to find an Indian food truck in this strange truck stop area in Virginia. All your basic northern Indian dishes are here both veg and meat. There is chicken curry, goat curry, several dals, aloo gobi etc. I had a solid dal and an oily and flavorful goat curry on the bone. Rice and naan are available. Note some dishes like the chicken curry and dals are ready to go but dishes like aloo gobi are made fresh and will take 15-20min. You can avoid the wait by calling ahead at 540-771-0011. You may ask how will I ever eat Indian food in the car? Well there are some picnic tables if you care to dine on site. Otherwise dal is a very good self contained choice. The world would be a better place if there was one of these spots at every truck stop in the USA. So pull off, order some food (get some gas while you wait) and come back for a refreshing feast. Nice people by the way!

This place has no business being where it is. I'd put their food up against urban Indian places any…read moreday. Instead, it's not near anything and shares a building with a gas station. Service is table-side but you pay at the desk. Portions are large and most people end up taking a box home. I'd say for two people, get two dishes to share and a single appetizer, too. They will allow a lot of alterations to your dishes and are careful to meet your spice tolerance. Do not expect a lot of answers on what exactly this or that dish is; the wait staff know how to put the orders in but not the intricacies of what separates chicken tikka from chicken tikka masala. The space is small, but I have gone with my wife and with 12 people and had no problems getting seating. Do check the times they are open, because if it's within 30 minutes of closing they can probably only get your food for you to-go. Most people like the skewered meat or korma-type foods. I'd say an order of naan is NOT sufficient for two people, so order double or a mix of two types (they have over 6 to choose from). If you don't do meat, they have fish dishes. And if you are vegetarian you'll be fine, but probably not a lot for a vegan. They also have a fusion East Asian section at the back of the menu. I've tried it and like it, but I'd say it's a bit heavier than the rest of the menu. TL;DR - If you don't know what something is, use their wifi and google it. It's a simpler process than asking the waitress who will ask the cook who will explain it to her so she can remember half of it and explain it to you. Also, usually a good idea to pair one meat dish with one vegetarian if you are splitting with someone. Maybe try one thing new and one old trusted item (saag paneer).

Food here is really really good. I had the lamb boti kebab…read moreand it was delicious! Everyone at my table liked their dish Is a small place but the food is worth it

We stopped here on our way north from Alabama to Connecticut and were so happy to find something to…read morebreak the monotony of road-trip fast food. Apparently they just opened four days ago. Delicious food! I had lamb curry and my brother had veg biryani; both were quite good. The lamb was simple - meat, gravy, & rice - and filling. I especially recommend the mango lassi. Also! The lady who sold us the food was very nice; we had a good conversation. I hope they succeed in their venture!

We had Samosa Chat, Malai Kofta, Dal tadaka and bullet naan during our stay of one week here and we…read moreordered spicy food and trust me this place didn't disappoint us at all. Everything was authentic and delicious and freshly made. My favorite was Samosa chaat and Dal tadaka !

I stopped in because they had a nice takeout deal, leading me to get food for several days at a…read morevery reasonable price. Preparation was not speedy and I waited for fifteen minutes or so even having ordered in advance, but I don't mind doing that for quality food. A North Indian menu yielded a plethora of interesting options, and I struggled to narrow it down to one lentil dish, one green vegetable, and some other options. A stuffed potato curry was among the harder to find ones. The cuisine was indulgent, but the spice levels hit and I poured off a little extra oil and was satisfied for several meals.

This small strip mall place is evocatively pink in recognition of the city it's named after. They…read moreoffer an extensive menu, and I went with a classic of chickpeas and fried bread. It wasn't quite the dish I was hoping for. For one thing, the menu promised some accoutrements like onions and pickles on the side that were not in fact delivered. For another, the best bhatura is a large basketball sized bread, so when I get several little ones like I did here I'm always a tad disappointed. The flavors were nonetheless robust in what I did get, with fenugreek leaves and fruity flavors balancing my chickpea curry's slow burn and delightfully soft textures to both the bread and the rice. A papadum with chutneys was delivered as well, and I ordered an unsweetened chai which I elected to not sweeten with the sugar at the table. So maybe the peak of quality wasn't quite there. If you give me a chole bhatura with a little yogurt on the side and some pickled mango or something like that, then we're in five star territory. But having gotten vegetarian, tasty food in a small town not overflowing with options, I was still satisfied that I picked the right place, and that you can find good Indian food almost anywhere.

Located in town, the interior is pretty and there's great seating. I had the Kadai chicken which…read morewas aromatic and medium spicy (heat) can be adjusted). I also had garlic naan and rice. I liked the samosa also: boiled potatoes and green peas. Service was wonderful; very pleasant and attentive.

I wondered in on a day when not many things were open. It's a nice location in downtown Staunton…read more The menu yielded some classics, and I was able to get an herbal, spicy chana masala along with a fresh tasting bread and a delicious potato-based appetizer. The menu had plenty to offer for special dietary needs. A picture of the red fort graced the area, giving a sense of place. I generally find Staunton a worthwhile place to stop for food.

Great place with a menu full of Indian classics. They have pretty much all the types of Indian…read morecuisine that you could want. They start you off with papadum (lentil crackers) to nibble on. They have Indian beers available, so I tried Taj Mahal (it's a light lager). For my meal, I ordered lamb bhuna, and they let you pick your level of spiciness. I opted for medium-hot and it was just right. The lamb was flavorful and tender. And they serve your food with a heaping bowl of basmati rice. I was with my mother, and she ordered a mixed grill. It had a little bit of everything--lamb, chicken, shrimp, fish. It was well-seasoned. I also ordered a side of mango chutney and some naan. The naan was soft and buttery, and the chutney was delicious--it was also sweet enough that ordering dessert became unnecessary. The restaurant was decorated with beautifully embroidered decorations depicting Indian scenery. There were also statues as well (see photos below). The one thing that could raise this review from 4 to 5 stars is that the service was rather ordinary. Not bad, just ordinary. I highly recommend this spot to lovers of Indian cuisine!

We had lunch here in December- Excellent food and great staff. A great range of food from India and…read moreNepal. We enjoyed the food and service so much that we decided to host a get-together for almost 50 people in their private backroom this past weekend. Everyone enjoyed the food and the room is a great space to hold a private party - lots of natural light and easy access from the parking lot behind the restaurant. The owners were helpful during the planning. They made suggestions for the style of food we wanted and during the event were very attentive, making sure all needs were met. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for a private event or for dinner in the main restaurant.

I love Indian food, but I have a confession to make: I had never had chicken tikka masala before my…read morevisit to Royal India Palace. I can now say it is delicious, and the masala spices have a unique and tasty flavor. I did ask for spicy and it wasn't as spicy as I'd like. We started with some garlic naan and a chili paneer appetizer. The chili paneer was awesome, and it is something I will be ordering in the future. I was with my mom and she ordered lamb korma, which is more of a curry type dish. As I love anything curry, I was impressed by this dish as well. The ambience was meh, as the restaurant was in a building that used to be a warehouse. The service was good, and our server was kinda quirky--but she was very good at her job. Since Royal India Palace has an extensive menu, I will be returning next time I am in town visiting family.

Beware: this restaurant has two locations, and for some reason, my app directed me to the wrong one…read moredespite the fact that I was standing in front of the one in Staunton just before they opened when I placed my order. Fortunately, this outlying location is only a 15 minute drive or so away, which deprived me of peak freshness. However, this mishap did not deprive me of quality food. My lentils and spinach were hearty and spicy, my samosa chaat was gigantic, and the bread I got to mop up the lentils had a pleasing herbal aroma. They had abundant options and I would be happy to go back and try the one in Staunton. This location is in a more banal strip mall but was doing good business and was open on a holiday.

My husband and I went to the lunch buffet last Saturday. It was wonderful. One area of the buffet…read morewith the sauces was clearly marked but the other area with the hot dishes was not. My favorite dish was the goat curry. Everything was tasty including the chai tea. Our waiter was very nice and helpful. The restaurant is very nicely decorated with white table cloths etc. Will definitely go back. Forgot to take pictures

This is a smaller outfit on the edge of town offering regional Indian cuisine; there are a couple…read moreof tables if one wanted to sit in. A notable reason to do that would be that they offer dosas on Saturdays, but not to go (a thin crepe tends not to travel well). I got takeout, and despite ordering on their website they did not seem to be on top of that order when I arrived. It didn't matter to me, and I would suggest that seekers of food that has that home-cooked taste would be well advised not to be overly time-sensitive. I was offered a handful of pakodas while I waited to ensure that I had something fresh to eat despite taking most of my food to go. Attention was also paid to my dietary needs, as they asked me if adding a dairy-containing raita on the side to my otherwise vegan order was okay. Their menu is not huge, the portion size is not huge for the money, but the flavor was huge. From the curry leaves sauteed onto the little side of potatoes they gave me to the rich spice mix of dal to the flaky indulgence of the paratha on the side, the experience was dynamic. Their appetizers come in bulk, but I'll have no problem finding a use for the extra onion pakodas that I vacuum sealed. I probably tried half of the vegetarian things on their menu, but I left wondering when I'd find myself back this way again so I can try the other half.

Very very over-priced for the small portions you get. It took way longer than they said (45 mins…read morelonger than our original wait time). The owners seem pretty nice. I wish I could say more positive things but for our family, we wouldn't eat here again.

Quick service and the bang bang shrimp salad and dilly fries were fantastic. Highly recommended.read more

Amazing food at Scratch Kitchen. The ham honey sandwich with dill fries is the best. My friend had…read morethe burger and said it was one of the best she has had. Fast and friendly service.