OK ,honest review here, I want everyone to understand that this is not authentic a 100% Indian…read morefood.I guess it's mixed a little bit americanized. But here's work gets interesting, I went in I got seated outside and it was a beautiful day today and very comfortable. I ordered a mango drink which is incredibly sweet and I love it it's like a dessert. The next thing ,I ordered was the buttered Naan bread ,The lollipop chicken and the chicken soup which was with corn that was my favorite to die for, I should have ordered a huge bowl. It was actually my favorite of the whole meal. So after this incredible meal I couldn't finish it all because it's a lot of food so I took some of it home with me because it was really ,really good and the chicken lollipop is also one of my favorites. Zest has come a ways making these dishes that are americanized that is my theory but you have to try it to understand the cuisine that they made for Americans but yet it is Indian food. The waiter was wonderful very attentive the table was very clean outdoors was very clean and everything was perfect setting to have a wonderful meal with a great ambiance. I highly recommend this location happy yelping!

Arrived early before the crowd. Enjoy a very authentic dinner. Would highly recommend.read more

Tikka House Indian Eatery 3100 Ranch Road 620 South,…read moreLakeway Tikka House Indian Eatery truly deserves five stars. The Indian spices brought out incredibly rich, delicious flavor in every major dish. I ordered several items, and every bite was amazing. The chicken lollipop was absolutely wonderful -- that bold red seasoning was unbelievably good and packed with flavor. The lemon rice was outstanding, and the naan was soft, warm, buttery, and perfect. One thing to note: this is not a rushed dining experience. Each dish is prepared with care, and courses come out about 30 minutes apart. If you're in a hurry, this may not be the spot -- but if you appreciate quality food, the wait is well worth it. They are animal-friendly for service animals (not pets), which is a big plus. They do not have their liquor license just yet, but they are actively working on it. If you love a good bar, they have a beautiful bar coming soon. Since they are brand new, a little patience goes a long way -- and they were very upfront about that themselves. I truly can't recommend this place enough. The food, the flavors, and the care put into every dish make Tikka House one of the best Indian restaurants in the Lakeway area.

Even MILD dishes are Too SPICY! If I wanted spicy I would…read moreorder spicy. And, they don't care. They do nothing about it. I've tried it 3 times now. Never again

Visited with a group of friends so we ordered several dishes to share. Every dish was amazing…read more Service was great. Owners came to our table and told us about the dish. My favorite dish was the lamb chops. I also enjoyed the chicken dishes we had along with several appetizers. The portions were good size. Definitely will be back.

Best indian food I have had in all Texas (Coming from a Mexican)…read more Get the mango lassi and butter chicken

We came here after a visit at the zoo down the street. The dosa and chicken tikka were okay. My…read morelamb biryani was meh, and had a pit of some kind in the rice (maybe a cherry pit). The mango lassi was overly sweet, and the salted lassi made our 9yo's face contort into a shape I didn't realize was possible. It also took quite a long time to get our order; we saw a lot of people who must have been delivery drivers picking up order after order as we waited about 25-30 minutes for our food. This wasn't great given we were the only customers actually eating at the location. The staff themselves were quite nice, but ultimately I need to score on the food and the time it took to receive it, both of which have room for improvement.

This places always amazes me with their food and service . I usually come here for their amritsari…read morechole and it's always been so close to what we used to get back home.. today we tried the goat rojangosh chicken kurma and chicken tikka.. and except the kurma everything was tasty. Their tawa paranthas were yummy with desi ghee all over it! The only feedback is that they can go a little easy on the salt on some dishes. The service can tend to be longer due to a lot of crowd but the team ensures you are taken care of

I've been searching for a good North Indian spot, and this place delivered! We ordered chole…read morebhatura, a thali (which included rice, garlic naan, daal makhani, and goat curry--you can choose any two curries), and mango lassi. The chole was packed with flavor, though the bhatura was thicker than I prefer--I wish it had been thinner and crispier. For the thali, I initially requested daal makhani and goat curry, but since they didn't have daal makhani, they replaced it with daal tadka without confirming with me. Thankfully, the daal tadka was delicious! I also requested paneer, and they kindly made it for me and included it for free. We did have to go back to the window for the garlic naan, as it was missing from our order, but they quickly made fresh naan for us. While it was tasty, I'd have liked it thinner and crispier too. Overall, I was really pleased with both the food and the service. I'll definitely be coming back!

Food was 100% delicious, home made feel, all fresh ingredients. Flavors definitely hit the spot…read more They ask for your desired level of spice. We ordered not spicy and we felt that it was not spicy as ordered. Service is excellent. The food is prepared in the moment as soon as it is ordered, so you can expect to wait for it to be made. If it is rush hour I would recommend planning ahead and ordering ahead of time on line for convenience. Ambiance is on the edge of the road but up above the traffic with tree shades for some of the tables and umbrellas.

I came here with a fellow Yelp Elite and friend after a workout and it surely satisfied our…read morepost-workout hunger. We had the onion kulcha as starter and it was freshly made and delicious. We both ordered the lamb tikka masala and it was rich and savory, we ordered some garlic naan to have some of the sauce with...outstanding! The bartender Shamu came to our table to give us martini options and came back after to check on us, that was a nice extra touch. Our server Ría was very kind and knowledgeable. The ambience at this place is chic casual, I like the black and golds, they have a full bar and plenty of space for big parties. I'd definitely come back here to try more Indian food!

When I worked in high-tech, I managed the Asian Design Centers in Taiwan, Singapore, China and…read moreIndia and visited these countries twice a quarter. When I walked into Tandoori Lounge, I was immediately transported back to my time in India. The atmosphere is sultry and seductive. You are drawn in my the dimly lit restaurant with warm soothing colors. You hear this soft intoxicating music as you take in these tiny table lamps. We were all in! I met a Yelp friend for dinner that I had not seen for quite some time. It was great catching up! As you walked in, you could smell a hint of the aroma of spices coming from the kitchen. Is it possible that everything you eat or drink is exceptional? Can service be at the highest possible level? Yes and Yes! We ordered the onion kulcha and garlic naan as appetizers. They were fresh, hot, soft and super flavorful. You could taste the onions in the kulcha and the garlic was pronounced in the garlic naan. We both ordered the lamb/goat marsala (medium for me and mild for my friend). The entrée was an explosion of flavors in your mouth...so good! The entrée was rich and enjoyable to eat without being heavy. It came with basmati rice where the kernels did not stick to each other. The rice was airy and fluffy. My friend ordered an Indian beer. When in India, Indian beer is a staple. I ordered a lemon drop martini. This was the best martini I have had in a very long time. Shamu, the bartender, came over to our table to explain what other martinis he could make that were not on the menu. The Lemon Drop martini was ice cold (loved that), smooth and perfectly blended. Shamu said that the glass was first chilled before the martini was poured. Drinking narvana... Riya, our server, was so sweet and kind. She was meticulous in serving our table - water constantly refilled, lemons delivered and food strategically placed on the table. Riya suggested our entrée as the most popular dish. We absolutely understand why. I am not sure why we have never eaten at Tandoori. I definitely will be returning when I am back in the South part of the city.

Looking for some of the best Indian food in Austin? Look no further than Tikka House. I stopped by…read moreduring one of our recent cold snaps and I'm so glad I did. It wasn't too busy when I arrived, so I was seated right away. Service was speedy and attentive, which made the experience even better. I started with the Chicken 65, which was incredibly flavorful and definitely on the spicy side. For my main, I ordered the chicken tikka masala with a side of roti. The dish was both filling and comforting with warm, rich spices that hit the spot on a chilly evening. It's the kind of meal I could eat again and again without getting tired of it. This will definitely be one of my regular spots going forward.

The best indian food in Austin hands down…read more It's extremely popular right now, so your food might take a while on a busy night. Go on the off times, or order takeout!

Soooo good! The only disappointment is that we live too far to make this a regular stop!…read more Highly recommend. Clean, fast, reasonable prices, excellent service, and fresh delicious food. Husband had Chicken Tikka and I had the chicken special of the day bowl. Both of us thoroughly enjoyed!

Came in here thinking it was Native American tacos as I went to school in Oklahoma, but it was…read moreIndian cuidan from India, and it was super good! I had a chicken tikka burrito and a Taj Mahal beer and it was very reasonably priced and filled me up. The service was good and the atmosphere was quiet. Think I found a hidden gem.

I went to Tamarind Indian Cuisine on the last day of my Daniel Fast. A Yelp friend suggested that…read moreI try the Marsala dosa, which had potatoes and peas inside. Quite honestly, it was better than the onion dosa...more filling. The Marsala dosa was not as crisp on the outside with folded ends. The potato and peas mixture was fragrant and perfectly seasoned with spices. I savored every bite. This meal was so enjoyable to eat. My server was very attentive bringing me a menu to the table and offering me water to drink. She was very friendly and personable. Only one person came into the restaurant while I dined there. He was getting his food to do. Otherwise, it was extremely quite with virtually the entire restaurant to myself. I was having a early lunch. Overall, very chill environment.

I wanted to try something new in the neighborhood, so got carry out from Tamarind. Like a previous…read morereview, I was sad to see an empty restaurant at noon. The restaurant is clean, well decorated and ready for your visit! The staff are super friendly. I drove home with my order and it was piping hot and spectacular. Chicken tikka is spicy, mildly sweet and so delicious. A great way to conquer allergy season! The paneer butter masala had a lot of paneer. Many other locals have tiny bits of paneer in a sea of gravy. At Tamarind you will not be disappointed! Don't miss the potato samosas... Come on Austin, let's show these guys more lunch time love!

I was shopping in the area and it was a chilly day. What could be better than warm and spicy Indian…read morefood? The Madras soup hit the spot. *Tomato-Coconut Soup cooked with Indian spices & finished with an aromatic tarka of onions, cumin & garlic. Although it wasn't busy, it took longer than expected to get my soup. If you need a quick snack or full meal while down on Brodie Lane, give this place a try. I didn't order it this time but their garlic naan is one of my favorite things.

I ordered a salad and mild Beyond biryani when I was visiting a friend last week. The cashier was…read morenice and he was very helpful. The food was very good and I ate to the full. The salad was fresh and the rice was cooked perfectly. The restaurant was clean and very well designed.