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    Royal Hyderabad - East

    3.9 (171 reviews)
    ModerateIndian, Halal
    Closed • 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Cheese Dosa
    Gerrit K.

    Yet another amazing Indian restaurant in Albuquerque with friendly caring staff, delicious spicy food, and a clean welcoming environment. Like some of the other places with dosas, their food tends to be more spicy than others, and it is delicious. They have a big selection of dishes to order and are pretty quick at serving it up once they take your order. I don't believe they offer a buffet at all.

    Butter chicken with basmati rice and garlic naan
    Camille B.

    My girlfriend took me to this unassuming Indian restaurant the other day and I must say I was quite surprised by the quality of the food. It was superb, actually! I had the butter chicken which came with basmati rice, with a side of garlic naan and bullet naan. The butter chicken was very tasty and I had no complaints. I found the naan to be a little on the bland side. The garlic naan definitely could have used more garlic and the bullet naan more heat! The staff were super friendly with smiling faces, which is a nice change of pace from the usual sullen faces elsewhere. The place is a bit bare bones in decor but is welcoming overall. The only downside are the restrooms which were just barely clean and made you want to leave as quickly as possible. I'll definitely be back for the food though as my dish was delicious and I'd like to try the other options they have.

    Indian soda, unique and satisfying flavor!
    Carlos O.

    This place is absolutely fantastic, the food was phenomenal, truly authentic South Indian cuisine! Bursting with robust and spicy dishes that will make you think about them even when you're not hungry! Great service and very roomy inside, I highly encourage everyone to try it. Also loved the Indian soda, very unique taste!

    Dal Tadka
    Marie X.

    Went here with my family for a special occasion dinner...my birthday. I love Indian food and I've been wanting to try this restaurant for a while. I'm glad we chose it and it is now my favorite Indian cuisine restaurant in town. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Kababs which were served on a hot skillet of sizzling onions, with a lime section, green chutney, seasoned yogurt and side of rice. So good! The garlic naan arrived hot to the touch, just right. I dipped a piece into the sauce of the Chicken Tikka Masala across the table from me and it was delicious. Also got to sample the Spring Dosa which I'd never tried and I loved it. The Dal Tadka was also good but even at a mild level, it was a bit spicy for me. I'll try a different type of dal next time. The ambience was pleasant and the server was quietly attentive. A special thing that happen was at the end of the meal, just before walking out. I didn't say anything to the staff about it being my birthday until we were getting ready to leave. Then I told the woman who seated us that it had turned out to be a great choice for my birthday dinner. As were were about to walk out the door, she handed me a mango smoothie to take with me as a birthday treat. That was so kind of her! I will definitely be back for so many reasons!

    Sheshanna P.

    Overall: Royal Hyderabad is so good that I went there twice in 1 week. It's more of a 4.5 because the dishes that are good are GOOD but some specific dishes aren't good. Food: 4 In terms of spice level, the medium was tolerable for a spice wimp like me. Gobi Manchurian: This is a sweet and sour deep fried cauliflower. It comes out super crispy and coated in a flavorful sauce. Dosa: We've gotten multiple different ones and they were all good! My favorite is the masala dosa. Butter Chicken: Although it's super basic, I always order this because this is the BEST butter chicken that I've ever had. Other great dishes that I would recommend: Gutti Vankaya (eggplant cooked in a peanut curry), chicken tikka masala, and palak paneer The only dishes that I would not recommend are the cashew based curries like the mughlai and korma. They are always too salty when I get them. Service: 5 The servers are always very polite and friendly. They're patient when we ask questions or order more. Ambiance: 5 The restaurant has booths and normal tables. It's well lit and clean. The only downside is the parking lot has trees that aren't well trimmed so can scratch your car.

    Palak paneer
    Angie K.

    We were looking for some nearby Indian and decided we'd give this place a try. I got the palak paneer, the garlic naan, and a chai. This has been a few different restaurants over the years and I was glad to see the new place had updated the decor. The food was quite good though the service was a bit on the slow side. I wasn't aware that the chai did not come with refills and they didn't tell me when I asked for more. So I was a bit surprised when I saw the bill. So just a bit of caution on the drinks, I'm not sure what the policy is on any other beverages. The portions are a bit smaller than other restaurants in town and it was a bit light on the rice for the number of people we had in the party. All in all though it was good so definitely worth a try.

    Cheese dosa!  Yum!
    Jessica P.

    YES! YES! YES! How can we get so many flavors into one dish? They know what they are doing! Dosa that is as big as the table - yep, I love Dosa. I ordered the cheese dosa. It came out with 3 dips that had enough spice to let you know it was there, but not enough to make you uncomfortable! I ate about 75% there and took the rest home which still traveled well! Chicken Lollypops were next and YES please! They came with little aluminum foil booties, which made eating these a bit easier! These had so much pop of flavor! Since I wanted to try it all, I did get some Hakka noodles to go. I did like these, but I didn't find the flavor what I wanted. That's okay, I'll try something different next time!

    Here's to Good Dining!!
    Avram L.

    Ladies and Gents, this is.. "Royal Hyderabad"... A little bit of Saag in my life A little bit of Tandoori by my side A little bit of Chutney is all I need A little bit of Saffron Rice is nice.. A little bit of Naan in the sun A little bit of Dosa all night long At Royal Hyderabad for a late Lunch... We shared the "Chicken Saag" with melt in your mouth juicy chicken with fresh spinach sauce dripping most delish down your lips and.. "Tandoori Shrimp" w. grilled succulent shrimp in yogurt, garlic, ginger and spices on Saffron Rice was so elegantly scrumptious..:) Washed down w. colourful Iced Lattes. Quite honestly, the most superb Indian Food tasted in these Parts... A most enjoyable respite for these Baby Boomers..:) I do all to fall in love with.. Indian Cuisine like you.. You and me gonna touch the sky..:) Best, Avram Paneerkabob Jr.

    Stuffed Mirchi Bajji
    Harsha S.

    We had a group of 6 that came here Saturday for lunch. We received a table almost immediately and were provided 2 carafes of water. Our server was able to grab our orders and all of us ordered dosas and two appetizers - Chili Gobi and Stuffed Mirchi Bhaji. Being South Indian, the bhaji was something I haven't had in a while. It tasted authentic. I wish there were some lemon slices rather than just the amchur (dried mango) powder on there. I was surprised to get my Rava Dosa first as it usually takes longer to make than a regular dosa. The sambar was spicy and good. The coconut chutney was okay, and the tomato chutney was sweet. I wasn't a fan of the tomato chutney.

    Royal Hyderabad.  Front of menu.
    John S.

    Father's Day, 2024. Lunch. Located on Comanche and Juan Tabo, this restaurant is right by the O'Niells pub. They greeted us and sat us quickly. Unfortunately, the service slowed down considerably after that. It took about 15 minutes to take our order. This was my wife's first time trying Indian food. I wanted her to enjoy the experience. The waiter asked if she wanted it spicy. So she ordered it spicy. She ordered the Amaravati goat curry ($19.99), which came with Tender goat with spicy Indian spices made with a Royal spicy sauce and hint of coconut. I ordered the fish biryani ($19.99). This was listed as a layered, multi-colored rice dish made with fish, basmati rice, spices and herbs. I ordered mine hot as well. Mine came with the hot, spicy sauce in a separate dish as well as some white yogurt sauce. My fish had been fried and although there were a lot of pieces buried beneath the colorful rice, they were on the dry side. My wife's dish tasted like it had scorpion peppers in it. She only ate a little. This could have all been avoided by a fair warning from our waiter. If he told us how truly hot these dishes were. She liked my dish better because I could control the amount of hot sauce I added. This would have been a much more enjoyable lunch. As it was, my wife had a literal bad taste in her mouth on her first try at Indian food. I'm hopeful she will want to try it again at some point.

    butter chicken
    Destiny L.

    Finally got around to trying this newish Indian spot on Juan Tabo. Perfect meal for a cold, windy evening. I got the butter chicken with garlic naan. The naan was perfect, and the butter chicken was pretty darn good. Service was on the slower side, definitely a meal you'll want to sit back and enjoy. If you're feeling more of a rush, they seemed to do a good amount of take out.

    Got takeout butter chicken. $16 for 7 small pieces of chicken and a cup of sauce. Pathetic and ridiculous. If this is normal for them I will not be returning.

    Stuffed Mirchi Bajji.... Very spicy!!!! Got me sweating!  So good.  Everything I got was good.
    Wufi D.

    Got my food to go... delicious! The stuffed Mirchi Bajji is very spicy! Had my nose running and lip sweating Food was hot and quickly ready, waited less than 5 minutes... Flavors are very good!

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    Ask the Community - Royal Hyderabad - East

    Since you don't serve wine or beer, may we bring our own bottle to enjoy with the meal?

    I'm sorry, we are not able to do that. Sorry for the inconvenience. We hope you still consider us for your dining needs. Thanks.

    Do they offer dairy free options?

    Yes. Please make sure the server is made aware of the request. Thanks.

    Does the restaurant serve beer, wine or alcohol beverages?

    Hi Ellen, We don't serve alcoholic beverages. We do however have mocktails.

    Is there a buffet?

    No there is not a buffet at this time.

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    Ariana Halal Market - Chicken kebab and chutney

    Ariana Halal Market

    4.3(13 reviews)
    4.4 mi•Midtown/University
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    Aryana Halal Market is a wonderful place to shop for fresh, high-quality halal meat and a great…read moreselection of Afghan and Middle Eastern groceries. The store is clean, well-organized, and offers everything from fresh bread and spices to nuts, dried fruits, frozen foods, and beverages. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the service is excellent. Highly recommended for anyone looking for quality halal and international foods!

    For our next #abqrestaurants #restaurantreview, I'm obliged to let y'all in on a secret I love it…read morewhen we find a new place to visit, and further love it when I find an equally rare gem of a small business that we have driven past many times before. This location, was in a grocery store (several of which we reviewed before) and initially we were the only customers. The owner was the only one working in the store so there were boxes of groceries that were in the middle of being stocked, plus he also cooked for us and others that had ordered takeout, so that more than made up for the slower service time and lack of offer for water (that someone else had previously mentioned) in a small, but beautiful dining room with a TV that was set to an arab channel (currently a work in progress, but again, considering he's the only employee in the store, we give him a LOT of credit!) This was our first time eating anything Afghan, so I was really excited. I ordered a flatbread appetizer and my husband ordered a chicken kebab, plus we had this yogurt drink with mint, similar to kefir (which my husband felt was sour then enjoyed it as I explained how to drink it (If you focus on the flavor of the mint and contrast it to the yogurt, you'll see how well it works together!). Plus, the tart of the yogurt dissipated the longer it sat on the table. The food was equally delicious. The chutney that came with my appetizer was moderately spicy (which I prefer ) and the yogurt drink served as a complementary offset. Unfortunately we didn't stay for dessert this time because we needed to run to the store before it closed, but were grateful to have enjoyed the meal we ordered! (Total cost around $40 for two people but reasonable for the quality ) #gourmetrecovery #foodfreedom #Intuitiveeating #supportsmallbusiness

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    El Chamo Arabe - Patacón with nectar de manzana

    El Chamo Arabe

    4.4(35 reviews)
    4.1 mi•Midtown/University

    We found a very mixed bag at the original Menaul outlet of El Chamo Arabe today. Food is tasty and…read moreplentiful for the toll. Service is fine, if not welcoming. The room is pretty but overly warm and reeks of grease. And there were some additional cleanliness issues. I want to return for the food, but if the other issues aren't addressed it may be the last time. Tons of grease smoke hanging in the air (the kitchen needs more serious ventilation - I texted and warned a friend not to come, as she hates the smell of cooking grease in her hair) when we came in at the early end of lunch (the place filled up pretty well behind us - it's Tuesday). It's a nice enough room (loved the painting of Bolívar and the Venezuelan tchotchkes in the case by the door) with plenty of seating - grab and read a menu, order at the front - it prompts you for a tip (went on the heavier side even with the counter ordering because I want El Chamo Arabe to stay around) and the counterwoman (not the friendliest person, but not rude) delivers everything to your table when it's ready (which will be a minute - but you're not here for _fast_ food). The room is pleasantly decorated but overly warm and - well, there's that grease smell issue: it was bad enough that we had to change clothes after eating here. Okay, prices seem reasonable. But when the food comes, prices seem downright _good_ - these folks give you a LOT of food. We got a $5 dolmas appetizer to start (juicier than what one usually finds; quite good) which came with the grape leaf rolls sitting on a pretty tasty dressed salad. We sure didn't need it, though: our mains (a shwarma plate with gyro meat and an arepa picada with one of chicken and one of beef) were really large. Really large. And it's tasty food. Enormous salads with both $14 plates: dressed well with great, fresh romaine leaves cut just right for easy eating. I'd note with some surprise that both the shredded chicken and beef on the arepas were pretty tasty, but was surprised to find the chicken grabbed me more. There is habañero salsa (albeit in a greasy bottle) on the tables if you need piquancy (why not? we're in New Mexico), and that was great. I'm not sure that the plentiful quantity of the mustard/ketchup (or was it Russian dressing?)/mayo sauce drowning of the arepa picada salad was a good thing. It was pretty, but it got to be a bit much for my taste down toward the bottom of it all - I'd ask for it lighter next time. The lunchmeat turkey and American-type cheese slice and perfectly cooked round fried egg certainly added to the salad, and the arepas themselves were a delight. My wife liked the rice and gyro meat and salad of her shwarma plate. Here's the thing: in addition to the grease-in-the-air situation, there were some cleanliness issues. The table where we sat (it was dead when we arrived, except for some waiting DoorDash drivers) hadn't been properly wiped and there were some old rice grains on it. The bottles of habañero and other salsas on the table were grimy and needed to have been wiped. The tray on which the silverware was brought to our table was greasy - repositioning it on the table to make room for our food made me want to wash my hands. And there was a hair (not ours) in the salad under my dolmas: I didn't mention to my wife because she would have stopped eating and I also didn't bring it up with the counterperson since the small restaurant was at that time full of lunching customers who didn't need to be troubled by hearing about it. And I know mistakes happen and I was not interested in a refund or apology; things happen. But I hope El Chamo Arabe customarily pays more attention to keeping things sanitary - the food is good enough that I want to come back and see. Food - 5 Service - 3 Atmosphere - 2 (lose the grease, fix the temperature and it's a 4) Cleanliness: 2 Value - ?

    If I could give a zero I would. We placed an order for a chicken shawarma bowl and a beef shawarma…read morebowl with drinks. It came to over $40! This is for take out mind you. I asked her for a reminder buzzer to pick up when ready, and the girl claimed she gave it to my daughter. She did not. I went back to ask for it. She had to place a call to someone in the kitchen, in a separate building for my order number to get the right number. We sat down in the communal dining area for all the other mini restaurants there and waited over 20 minutes. I had gone back to see where the take out was. Finally I saw her bring it through the door from another location outside the food court. The chicken shawarma bowl was in the tray, but instead of the beef shawarma was a chicken shawarma wrap and cold French Fries. I told her she brought me the wrong order and begrudgingly she took it back outside to where she had brought it and 20 minutes later I got it. The bowl was 1/2 yellow rice, 1/2 romaine lettuce with almost no dressing and 3 of the skinniest sliced tomatoes I have ever seen and some cooked beef, very sparingly scattered on only the rice side of the bowl with a drizzle of a nondescript white dressing. My daughter was mostly done with hers when I got mine. I also orders the fried plantain side. It was 4 pieces, equivalent of one small plantain on one side of the cardboard serving boat and some shredded mozzarella on the other side! Now that is a bizarre combination! With almost no meat on either of our shawarma bowls, it was such a huge disappointment. The girl kept rolling her eyes with her mistake and then giving me dirty looks from behind the counter. In the 35 minutes we were there, we were the only people who had placed an order. With the lack of service, and overpriced items, this place will go out of business soon at The Block, just like the overpriced Thai place in the same complex that only lasted around 2 months!

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    Stackers Burger - The stall in the hall.

    Stackers Burger

    4.3(74 reviews)
    8.1 mi•Downtown
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    This was a straight up delicious smashburger. So good, that it was easy to overlook the calamity…read morethat acquiring it turned out to be. So I got into Albuquerque early, and wanted lunch even though it was a little before 11am (having come from the east cost). This place inside the 505 food hall was recommended to me by Mia, the local Albuquerque community manager. I got there about 10:55, they open at 11, and knew what I wanted to eat about two minutes prior to that. I approached the counter... and well... was told not to for two more minutes, pretty curtly. OK fine, i can respect that, and the fact your day must not be off to a good start. So I come back at 11:01 and place my order for the El Burqueno burger with fries. That's a double smash cheeseburger with fried onions, green chiles, and a garlic ailoi on a grilled buttered bun. I grab a seat nearby to wait, and can see a commotion forming around the kitchen. Apparently, their frier would not turn on, so basically fries were taken to another restaurant in the food hall, brought back, and served to me. Which made things take a little longer, but was more a point of craziness for the staff than me. Neither the fries, or the burger suffered at all. In fact, the burger was one of the most on-point smashburgers I have had in recent memory. A wonderful brown crust on both smashed patties, and skirted with lots of melty cheese. The bun definitely had a rich buttery flavor, and it all came together nicely. So, mild curtness and foibles aside, this was a great stop, and I would recommend it to others seeking a smashburger adorned with chiles.

    Food Ordered door dash. Single mustard burger and tots. It…read morewas ok. The single is very single not much meat. Veggies on burger good. Seemed mike more bun than beef. The tots are marginal seemed undercooked. I give it a 3 out of 5.

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    Cafe Istanbul

    Cafe Istanbul

    4.4(152 reviews)
    2.5 mi•Eastside
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    This Mediterranean restaurant serves an amazing variety of dishes, including chicken shawarma,…read moregyros, kebabs, and falafel, along with classic sides like dolmas, hummus, and baba ganoush. Everything we tried was full of flavor, seasoned nicely, and tasted very fresh. The portions are huge and very generous, and the prices are quite reasonable for the amount of food you get. The chicken shawarma platter is my go-to, and the delicious pistachio baklava is a must-try for dessert. The atmosphere is relaxed and inviting, making it a comfortable place to sit down and enjoy a meal. It has a warm, casual vibe that makes you feel welcome whether you're dining in or just stopping by for a quick bite. One of the best parts of this place is the attached grocery store, which carries a wide selection of Middle Eastern products, spices, and desserts. It's really convenient to be able to grab ingredients or treats after eating. The staff were also very friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better. The only downside is that seating can sometimes be a challenge, especially during busy times. However, the food, welcoming ambiance, and overall experience more than make up for it. I really enjoyed my meal here and will definitely be coming back again.

    I had a little trouble ordering at first, but it eventually worked out. The first time I called, I…read morewas put on hold and I think the person may have forgotten about me. After waiting quite a while, I hung up and called back. This time, they took my order quickly and efficiently. I hadn't been here since they were in their previous location across the street, and I was really impressed with the new dining area. It was clean, well-decorated, and had a lot of open space. The front counter staff seemed a bit awkward or shy, I couldn't quite tell, but it was fine. They let me know my order would be ready in about 10 minutes. In reality, I waited closer to 20 mins todal, but it was absolutely worth it. I ordered the chicken shawarma platter, and it did not disappoint. It came with a delicious side salad made with fresh produce, a light dressing, and generous chunks of feta cheese. The platter also included some of the best hummus I've ever had, along with pita bread for dipping, though I honestly could have used a little more bread. The main dish featured tender, well-seasoned chicken served over rice with a creamy cucumber sauce that I could not get enough of. Seriously, this stuff was dangerously addictive. I'll definitely be back, and next time I'm bringing the whole family!

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    Mural at dining area

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    Kadayif dessert. Shredded phyllo dough, honey, pistachios.

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    kūKri - Hot Chicken Sandwich

    kūKri

    4.0(89 reviews)
    8.1 mi•Downtown
    •$$

    Haven't been in this neck of the desert in years. If I had my druthers, I'd druther not visit in…read morethe dead of summer. Oh well. I'm working with an old partner, Paul S, the King of New Mexican cuisine. His first choice for me is called KūKri. The food is tremendous. Take their KūKri chicken sandwich. The chicken is moist with the exact breading for a great crunch. The sauce is very spicy even though I went with the recommended medium spice. The slaw was too sweet; what I did was alternate bites between the hot chicken and the slaw. Worked perfectly. Pro Tip: Unless you like it insanely hot, pick one level less than they advise. Their scale of spice is a couple notches hotter than I am used to. The service was quick and flawless. The server very informative. They have a very limited menu, which doesn't much matter since you can change the options and make it your own!

    I had placed an order for pickup. From the time I ordered to when it was ready was about 30 min,…read morewhich I thought was good for a Friday night. This location is located in a food hall with other restaurants. There was plenty of seating available and not too loud. I got a 3 piece chicken tender with plain boring fries (that's what they call them!). The fries were very well seasoned. For their chicken they have 5 different levels of spice. I got the 2nd hottest which is Extra Hot. I sniffled the whole time while eating but it was manageable. I love spicy food and have a high tolerance for it. If you can't handle spice, I'd suggest a lower level. Everything was good and would easily try them again!

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