Located in a popular area near Pioneer Square, this is a very cute restaurant with super friendly and helpful staff. Not having been here before we asked the server for his recommendation and he picked two dishes for us to share. We got one curry type dish called Chicken patiala. And for the life of me, I cannot recall what the second dish was, but it is the green dish in my photo. Forgive me. I'm not doing it justice. Each dish comes with rice or naan so we got one of each. Portion sizes are generous. Each just was filled with wonderful flavor. I was most impressed with the chicken patiala. It had a wonderful slow heat that went along with a nice curry flavor very impressed with the garlic naan. Prices are reflective of downtown Seattle and this location read more

Nirmal's - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The food here was Amazing, and the staff was really friendly. If you have someone in our group who has food restrictions (like we did), they can accommodate and provide a separate menu that more carefully lists allergens. They were able to seat our 8 person group easily on their huge center table as well. I don't think there was a single dish that we ordered that was bad. Loved the garlic naan! read more

We had a reservation for eight on Valentine's Day, but the management was very poor. No one was available to check us in, and guests were seated based on who was "visible" rather than by reservation. A party of two with an 8:15 reservation was seated before us simply because they were noticed first. The food was equally disappointing. The Bharwa Shimla wasn't seasoned properly, the Veg Kolhapuri was the saddest I've ever had, and the Veg Dum Biryani had only about five pieces of vegetables. Overall, it was a waste of time and money. I would not recommend this place. read more

Nirmal's - MIX VEG KOLHAPURI - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I'll admit, I had my doubts when we got there at 5:45pm and we were the first ones there. (We probably would've made Amy Poehler proud, haha.) But I am happy to say that those doubts were short lived. We looked to our server for recommendations. He recommended the Vada Pav to start and we added a half order of samosas (because how can you go wrong with potatoes). Both were great, especially the Vada Pav! For mains, he recommended the Pork Vindaloo with garlic naan for me and the Beef Ularthiyathu for hubs. He enjoyed his dish quite a bit and I really enjoyed mine. The pork vindaloo didn't seem as spicy as other vindaloo dishes. We ended up taking a decent portion of our mains home (to avoid overdoing it) and are quite excited to have leftovers! read more

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Rooted a small walk away from Seattle downtown, this was an absolute gem :) loved the ambiance and warm and friendly staff greeting us. Reservations are recommended! In $94 (before tip), we got: - seekh kebab - 5/5 - juicy lamb spiced up with indian authentic herbs and served with yummy green chutney sauce. Loved the texture!! - paneer amritsari - 5/5 - juicy cottage cheese cubes of fluffy flavorful paneer.. yummmmmmyy!! Recommended for vegetarians - chicken rassa - 5/5 - slightly expensive but that is because it comes with side of bread. Loved the curry and chicken was coming right off the bone. So tender :) - 2 fresh lime sodas - 4/5- decent but not worth $5 each, just saying.. haha! Most recommended north indian food i had in seattle.. mazzzzaaaaaa (it means fun in indian language) No outdoor seating. Clean restrooms. Beautiful and clean indoor seating. Loved how owner came and spent some minutes gathering real time feedback and making sure we were comfortable :) read more

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Located in pioneer square with plenty of paid parking nearby. We had a grilled paneer appetizer a chicken curry and a lamb kebab. They have a great wine/beer selection and a good sized food menu as well. The service was excellent, the ambiance was good, however I would have enjoyed some Indian music instead there was no music playing when we were there. The food portions were small considering the price but the food was good and I am happy they are still in the location where several other restaurants have unfortunately closed. read more

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If you want AMAZING Indian food look no further than Nirmal's. The food is exceptional, the service is first-rate, and the ambience is delightful. Check out all my photos of the spectacular cuisine and the yummy drinks. The owner of the restaurant also came by to speak with us while we were enjoying all the delicious food. This year marks Nirmal's 10 year anniversary. This restaurant is spectacular and I expect it will be around for at least another decade. Keep up the wonderful work, Nirmal's! read more

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The best Indian food I've had in Seattle. I think the prices are justified, the food is phenomenal and the portion sizes are really generous. My husband and I ordered two entrees and one appetizer and we were very full at the end of the meal. Can't wait to return and try the other dishes. read more

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Food we never tried but it is overpriced. Service was pathetic and we were ignored for 20 minutes even though we were sitting right by the bar and kitchen. Every staff member walked past us and the host was roaming around. Ambience is good but parking is difficult in that area, which is okay because that isn't the restaurant's fault. However, this was the worst service experience we have ever had. The staff are arrogant and rude. This restaurant is highly overrated and overpriced. read more

A pretty establishment and delicious Indian food! Recommended to make a reservation by calling or doing it through here on Yelp! They even have Mumbai street food which I'll be trying next time! I believe their menu regularly changes up. We got the Paneer as an appetizer and it was very good! Soft yet flavorful with their spices. I got the white pea curry which looked like chickpeas with rice. With the entrees, you get a choice of rice, parotta or dosa. My bf tried the parotta and it's so good! It was like a soft buttery wheat bread! He got the chicken patiala which was tender chicken and the sauce was delicious! The owner came by and asked how everything was and even shared some history that we are under the old train station that used to operate in Seattle many many years ago and sure enough, the ambience gave off that vibe and it's beautiful! We had the garlic naan and it's 4 big pieces...sooooo good! Lastly, we had the Indian ice cream for dessert. Loved it! read more

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We had a nice dinner to celebrate by husbands birthday here. The food is pretty good we liked most things we tried and the ambience is nice with the warm toned bricks and tall ceiling. The menu called out the chocolate cake as popular but I found it just ok. Infact I found that Jalebi is a absolute must have for dessert which the owner was really sweet enough to give on the house. Service was friendly and quick it's very close to the pioneer station in case you don't feel like driving . I would highly recommend trying this place out. read more

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Came here for lunch one day and it was pretty quiet on a weekday. The lunch is a good deal! You get to choose between the meat option or the veggie option. Both platters come with naan and a few sides and a dessert. You can even have unlimited servings of the prepared food, but the naan costs extra. I went with the veggie option. Everything was very flavorful, albeit a bit on the spicy side! Service was very friendly and quick. I loved the interior of the restaurant, it has a lot of nice brick and very tall ceilings. Hope to come back here one day! read more

Nirmal's - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Had a fantastic meal at Nirmal's for a big corporate sponsored dinner. They were busy serving our party of 20+, and we received great service. Big open space good for groups. The owner personally came out and chatted with all of us about the food and the establishment, and I hear he does this frequently. Food was incredibly filling, and we all left content with full bellies. My favorite of the night was actually something we did not order. The owner wanted us to try their pork vindaloo, indeed a rare find on Indian restaurant menus, so he provided one for us on the house. It was incredibly tender and flavorful. I also enjoyed the dun biryani. This took some time to come out because of the cooking method, but worth the wait. Appetizers were okay; I could skip on the samosa, the paneer was good, while the lamb kebab and tandoori chicken were great. Do not skimp out on dessert! There are a lot to choose from on the dessert menu. I remember the jalebi being very delicious. read more

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What a phenomenal dinner! Had only a short time to dine here, and the staff did a great job and made it happen! The food was out of this world. From the moment you open the door, you're embraced with the scent of spices and an inviting space. A total treat! The owner came over to check on us and I mistook him for a former colleague I hadn't seen in 15 years, so after a giant hug and a good laugh when it turned out he actually knew my colleague, we got to share how much we loved the restaurant and promised to come back when we have more time to enjoy the full experience. Absolutely loved it! read more

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Love Nirmals. Been here for dinner twice and loved it both times. Appreciate that the menu changes a bit so it makes it fun to try new things. Laid back ambience and sometimes I have seen them give food to homeless people which is sweet. read more

This is probably my favorite Indian restaurant in the Seattle area. They have the most scrumptious pav with their misal which already is excellent in itself. The menu is unique and has each dish stand out from the other. The service was excellent and the owner came to our table to make sure everything was up to the mark! He was very sweet and gave us a complimentary dish to try!! The dessert was so unique- I have never tried jackfruit icecream and I was completely blown away! Love the ambience as well. read more

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I've walked by a couple times and always say I need to try this place. I'm so glad I finally did! It's open later than almost every other place in pioneer square and that already made them a winner in my book. But then they blew me away with the food, flavors, and service. The space is wonderful. It has high ceilings and they've done a great job at making the space still feel intimate. Every single person we interacted with was friendly, kind, knowledgeable, and was focused on making sure we (and everyone in the restaurant) had a nice time. It was such a delight to have this level of care when dining. And then the food! Wow. They have about half and half veggie and non-veggie options. I had the Vegetable Kofta Curry and naan. It was phenomenal. You get to choose naan, rice, or roti as your side. Hot tip: eat with others and try all three! Each portion is enough to share. I will definitely be back. This place is a gem. read more

A great place to go in Pioneer Square before a concert or a game. I was a big fan of the Vegetable Kofta Curry and Garlic Naan. We made a reservation through Yelp for 5:30 on a Thursday, right when it opened, which was super easy. There were only a couple other groups there early like us, but it got busy as we ate our dinner. Overall good experience! read more

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We did the restaurant week menu which was a lot of food for the price! It came with two full appetisers, mains and desserts for two people. Favorites- harra barra kebabs, both curries we tried The service was great and the owner/ manager (?) came and checked on us as well which was nice read more

Nirmal's - Lamb Vindaloo Chicken Tikka masala - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Went to Nirmal's in Seattle and had such a lovely experience. The service was excellent, attentive, warm, and made us feel really welcome. The ambience is cozy and elegant without feeling stuffy, perfect for a nice dinner. The food truly stood out: modern Indian dishes that still taste comforting and home-like. You can tell a lot of care goes into both the flavors and presentation. Definitely a great spot if you're looking for elevated Indian food that still feels familiar and soulful. read more

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Yum!! We really enjoyed our food!! The portions are shareable and there's a pretty wonderful variety of options on their menu.

Got some pretty good Indian food from this restaurant in the historic Interurban Building. It happens to be one of the popular places in Pioneer Square. Nirmal's has a classy yet casual atmosphere with the prices being the only bad thing. A lot of the classics. There's many vegetarian options if looking to eat healthier. Came at lunch when it has smaller bites. It wasn't as busy so we got some good seats. There were a few at the bar, as well as plenty of tables. Bad thing is that it can get expensive. It's about $17 for appetizers, including Samosas. Even more for the entrees. We tried to keep a good budget here. Samosas were stuffed and full. These had a pretty good spiciness. Has a pretty okay menu if you're okay with paying more to get classic Indian food. It's on Occidental Avenue at Yesler Way in a building with lots of history. They close between lunch and dinner on the weekdays. read more

Nirmal's - Samosas - Indian Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is the best Indian food in Seattle- hands down. The flavors are authentic and different than what you'd get at any other Indian restaurant in the city. The atmosphere and service are amazing. read more

Food was fantastic and authentic. Service was great and very accommodating. We had the veg thali and the chicken thali and both were delicious. read more

So happy I found this place while visiting Seattle last month for a work trip. Just off of the Yelp reviews I knew this place would be good and I was right! From the decor to the freshly prepared food I was in a literal desi food coma! The service was fantastic and the owner even came to us to say hello! Get the mango lassi and biryani read more

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Nirmal's is an authentic Indian culinary innovatior and stands out as a masterclass in original Indian cuisine. My husband and I, both food enthusiasts with a deep love for traditional Indian flavors stumbled upon this gem and were blown away We are both home cooks who love to cook Indian food from scratch. We know our food and work towards cooking up a storm in our kitchen so believe me when I say we loved Oliver's vision of unapologetic Indian cuisine= no fusion gimmicks, just pure, unadulterated flavor. *Standouts:* ⁃ Chicken patiala, sweet and salty just like it should be! ⁃ Mango nojitos, the most delicious non-alcoholic drinks ever! ⁃ In-House made chicken tikka and mutton-pav, generous on the house tastings from Oliver. Loved the hospitality and felt so special! Beautiful flavors! Chef's kiss! *What sets Nirmal's apart:* ⁃ Authenticity that resonates deeply- In-house ground spices, nothing straight out of the freezer ⁃ Passionate owners who genuinely care about their food and what they serve Fresh, house-made ingredients, spices and chutneys ⁃ A chef who understands the nuances of Indian cuisine Seattle, take note: Follow them, visit them and promote them. Their flavors are Chefs kiss! Dining nere is an experience. Love your food and show some love to people who serve you DELICIOUS food! Don't miss their tandoori chicken; it's sublime Thank you, Oliver and Chef, for sharing your love and craft with us! It was a privilege to dine here tonight Will take the masterclass (and lots of leftovers) home with us! Instagram: @scrumptious_recursions read more

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Enjoyed dinner at Nirmal's. The kebabs were tasty with just the right amount of spice and served with 2 sauces - a green mint chutney and another red one. The pompano was lightly spiced and deep fried. We don't usually see this kind of fish on the menu at Indian restaurants and it was delicious. Kulfi was ok. The servers were informative and pleasant. We really appreciated the unique dishes like the pompano which is not standard indian restaurant fare. The restaurant had an industrial vibe with brick walls and open ducts in the ceiling. read more

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Wonderful food, horrible service. There was only one waiter who was so overwhelmed that he didn't clean our table and barely brought any water. We waited 1 hour for our dishes coming to the restaurant at 7:30 pm and leaving at 9:15 pm and most time was spent waiting for our food. It was not so safe walking back to our hostel due to leaving the restaurant so late and I do blame the service for that. Not recommended at night due to safety and not recommended in general due to the long wait. Recommended for good food which we managed to enjoy under the circumstances. read more

It was so exciting to try different Indian food specialties. You can tell a lot of thought and care went into cooking and plating the food. Beautifully done. Here's what we tried: * Butter Chicken Patiala: cashew curry based. It was so creamy, complex, and flavorful * Vegetable Kofta curry: with spinach and cashew base, also really love this dish * For the side, I personally like the naan better whereas my hubby preferred the roti, so it may be a matter of preferences. To be honest, a lot of the dishes were unfamiliar to us but the server was nice enough to provide descriptions and recommendations, and they were on point. The owner was also friendly and stopped by to check on us. Will return for lunch to try their thalis next time. read more

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Great find!! We really enjoyed the authentic food at Nirmals. We went there for lunch and ordered stuffed bell pepper (yumm) curry, roti, paneer tikka, husband ordered lamb briyani (not super masala like other briyani places, this was dum type with all spices gelled well), fish pompenno (which takes some time to prep). The authentic taste and aroma with apt spice level was a great choice. The host was soo nice that he offered some veg briyani and green chilly pickle for us to taste, tbh briyani was very well done (tasted like tawa version). We also tried their jalebi and rabadi. read more

We've been hearing about how authentic & tantalizing the food is at Nirmal. The service was friendly, but the food was not as stellar as all the hype. We later learned from a former patron the food quality has declined over time. But the reason I'm reluctant to go back is the location, which has also deteriorated significantly over time. There were several people across from the restaurant that were freebasing cocaine, injecting themselves with substances in mid day(lunchtime). The street smelled fowl. Sad sight. read more

Great food; good service. We got the pakoras for appetizer; it was good. Star of our meal was the stuffed bell peppers. It was rich and hearty. And delicious. Makki di roti was the softest I'd ever eaten. Sarson ka saag was good too. Portion sized were good here. We were too full so didn't get any desserts. The owner was around; so he came and chatted with us. Nice and friendly guy. The Seattle Restaurant Week menu was not that great for vegetarians. It was comparable to their regular menu. read more

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Yummy menu! Easy to order and get a variety of options to try new things. Great space that is perfect for groups.

We booked our table weeks in advance, a smart move considering the limited seating at the restaurant. When we arrived, the hostess seated us and swiftly handed over the menus. Our waiter soon took our order, and we settled in, eagerly anticipating our meal. However, I couldn't help but notice that the restaurant's vibe didn't quite match its fine dining label. The cutlery and dishes fell short of the expectations associated with upscale dining, with scratches, chips, and even a dirty plate making an appearance. To add to the quirks, some dishes at our table had curry spills on the sides. To cap off the evening, another waitress accidentally dropped some used cutlery while clearing our table. As someone who appreciates authentic Indian cuisine, I was disappointed by the food at Nirmal's. My party ordered the chicken biryani. I usually prefer goat when it's on the menu; however, when I asked the waitress she said that the goat is not very tender. Unfortunately, the chicken didn't live up to our tenderness expectations, and the biryani leaned heavily on clove and cinnamon flavors. The stuffed bell peppers, intriguing on their own, took a weird turn with the addition of curry and cheese, resulting in an unappetizing taste. While the brown goat curry was the tastiest dish I had at Nirmal's, the meat's chewiness and dryness took away from the overall experience. On a positive note, the garlic naan, soft and adequately garlicky, was a highlight. The chocolate cake with chikoo ice cream for dessert was decent. read more

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I can safely call Nirmal's a bit overrated. I went with a large group and we had mix feelings. Filter Coffee was too strong while tea was good but they served when it got bit cold. Angare chicken was okay while macchi kolivada was divine. Chicken rasa was interesting and the chicken patiala was superb. Garlic naan was good. We also tried misil pav and it very bad. Definitely not the way you make one. Bottom line Nirmal's doesn't do justice to all cuisine for the price it charges. It's a hit or a miss. read more

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The food was amazing. As someone who grew up with Vada Pav and Misal Pav, they were excellent. The ambience was very nice and we met the owner Oliver. He was a great host and a very warm person. Do say hi to him if you see him on your visit and if it's not a busy evening, plan to spend 15 minutes chatting with him about food and life! read more

Nirmal's is the classic Indian restaurant to go to in Seattle. They have high quality food, good ambiance, and lots of options. However it's a higher price point and the food can take quite some time to arrive. Our last visit was during the Rajasthani festival and it had some diner experience errors. We ordered 2 entrees. We ate half of the first one and intended to box the rest for lunch tomorrow. The waiter came by and picked up our first dish and threw it away even though there was obviously still food there. We told them this and they shrugged it off. Then they double charged us for ice cream. We noticed because the ice cream was $10 each. While it was probably housemade, 1 scoop of turmeric or chickoo wasn't worth that much. They should've comped the ice cream anyways considering they essentially threw away our first entree. read more

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Nirmal's is a fantastic, up-scale restaurant with a super unique menu full of Indian fare that I've never been able to find anywhere else. I got a fantastic steal with the SRW ($35 for an app, entree, and dessert!), but otherwise I'd expect to shell out a bit here (~$30 or more per entree). Location wise, it's in Pioneer Square, which means your parking options are a lot that costs 20 bucks an hour at night or hard fought street parking. The owner is an adorable man overflowing with knowledge about different regions of India and just excited to share his passion. Paneer Amritsari (3.5/5): The paneer itself was pretty standard, nice char on the outside. The real highlight of this was the chutney, which is INCREDIBLE. Chutney 5 stars, but the appetizer itself wasn't anything special. Beef Ularthiyathu (4.25/5): This was almost like a beef rendang where the beef is fried to the point of almost pulled pork texture. Super peppery where you don't think it's spicy, but at the end of the plate you're tongue will r e a l l y feel it. Heads up, the roti it came with was more crispy than flaky, but was enjoyable nonetheless. Saoji Chicken Rassa (3.5/5): The chicken drumsticks were actually cooked pretty well, but this dish just wasn't my favorite. This was served with some savory donuts, which were a little dry and dense and a peanut sauce that I thought clashed with the curry. I would've preferred rice or something softer that could soak up the curry instead. Interesting, but I wouldn't order again. Ras Malai (4.25/5): Very mild, fluffy disks of cheese with pistachio bits and soaked in a lightly floral, saffron milk (think condensed milk-esque). Great combination of textures and flavor. read more

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Amazing food, amazing people! Nirmal's Indian Restaurant exceeded all expectations. The owner and staff were so friendly and welcoming and the food was absolutely delicious. A must-visit spot in Seattle--can't wait to return! read more

Food was great. Don't exactly remember what we ordered. There was a vegetarian dish with lentils. I think I had the dumplings in green sauce. No complaints. The garlic naan was yummy. read more