Fantastic Indian food in Silver Spring, plus great service and lovely decor! I need to go here more…read moreoften. My friend was visiting and there's no good Indian food near her, so of course that's where we were going to go. I've tried Spice Street a few times and have always enjoyed it. We started with mango lassies and the samosa chat. The samosas are served split with a pile of chickpeas and several sauces. It was messy and very good, although next time I might just try the samosas are their own. The mango lassi is SO GOOD! So good! Just get it and thank me later. For our meal we decided to share the dal makhani, saag paneer, and shrimp coconut masala, with a side of garlic naan. We ordered way too much so that we could have some delicious leftovers and that worked out really well. Everything was excellent! I particularly liked the shrimp coconut masala, and would definitely order that again. The saag was a bit spicy for me, but the dal was amazing, perfectly creamy and so flavorful. The garlic naan was perfectly cooked and not oily at all, which you sometimes get at other restaurants. We were incredibly full, but couldn't stop without dessert. We shared the gulab jamen, which was so yummy (as long as you like incredibly sweet, which I do). A special shout out to the team of wait staff, who were all really friendly and responsive. They were great! I now have enough leftovers for at least three more meals. Woot! Go here! Get Indian! Enjoy!

The service and the Brussels sprouts were the best part of the meal…read more The servers were very attentive and kind. The Brussels sprouts chat was so good! Roasted to perfection and paired well with the chutneys. I also ordered the lamb vindaloo and it was lack luster to me. The lamb chunks were good, but the sauce lacked spice even though I asked for spicy. My friend got the garlic naan and I tasted it. I wasn't a fan of the taste or texture. The restaurant itself is cute and cozy!

We had such a wonderful experience! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was welcoming, and…read moreeverything came together for a really enjoyable meal. A special shout-out to our server, Ramji, who was absolutely amazing! He was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and made sure we had everything we needed without being overbearing. His great attitude and excellent service truly made our experience even better!

Jewel of India, located at 10151 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20903 inside the Hillandale…read moreShopping Center, is an elegant restaurant offering Northern Indian dishes, along with Indo-Chinese and veggie offerings. For about $20 a person, it delivers an absolutely incredible dining experience. The Chicken Tikka Masala was wonderful, and the dal, roti, soup, and goat cheese fritters were equally amazing. Every dish was perfectly prepared. The service easily matched the quality of the food--the maître d' was exceptionally welcoming, and the entire staff was attentive and oh so friendly. With great cocktails, happy hour food, and plenty of vegan options available, I highly recommend this restaurant!

My first time, I ordered over $100 worth of food, with no regrets! I believe I used door dash,…read moreregardless, the food was delivered nice and hot. From Silver Springs to my place in Upper Marlboro! I took leftovers for lunch and had coworkers asking where I got my food. One of the tried it that night and was hooked! The naan is hella fresh and hella bangin! When you reheat the naan it's still fresh! Their chicken fried rice is freakin insane, everything did not let me down! I have ordered from there several times ever since. No regrets! Caution: Vindaloo Spicy wings... was amazing, it was the after effect was something crazy lol. I love spicy but that sumbit@h had me rolling around, thinking if I should go to the hospital. @CurryPlace please do NOT change a damn thing!

Great Authentic Flavors…read more I had a wonderful meal at Curry Place in Silver Spring and thoroughly enjoyed the dishes I ordered. The flavors were authentic, rich, and made with quality ingredients. Here is how the meal broke down: Samosa Chaat: This was a fantastic starter with a kick. The flavors worked so well together, especially with the mango chutney, it added a delicious sweet and tangy complement to the dish that I couldn't get enough of (I would love an extra side of that chutney next time!). My only critique was that the raw onions were a bit overwhelming, so I ended up having to pick some of them out to keep the dish balanced. Rosemary Garlic Naan: Absolute perfection! You can really taste the freshness of the herbs, garlic, and quality olive oil. It was fragrant, perfectly cooked, and elevates the standard naan experience. Lamb Korma: A standout main course. The korma was wonderfully rich with a distinct, delicious nutty flavor profile. It paired amazingly well with the rosemary garlic naan, making for a super satisfying combination.

So, it's been a while since my family and I last went out to eat at a restaurant, and we landed on…read morethis one since it was both nearby and the prices reasonable for the fare that they offer. My wife and I had been here for lunch before and had a good experience, so this time we figured why not check it out for dinner? Turns out, it was a great idea. The wait for the food was a bit on the longer end, but to be perfectly fair, we ordered a LOT, so we certainly didn't mind. By the time the food hit the table, we forgot about it almost entirely because the smells of freshly made kitfo, lamb tibs, and this stewed chicken dish whose name I can't remember (but it came with a hardboiled egg!) hit our nose, nothing else mattered. The food was presented in a way that somehow matched the overall vibe of the restaurant, which at this time of night was set to be kinda toned down with dingy lighting and smooth music. Huge call out to my waiter that I curse myself for not getting his name, because he is, simply put, the best server I've ever had at a restaurant. Not only was he timely and discreet about topping off our waters, but also checked in about soft drinks as well, and when he heard my son saying the food was too spicy for him, he took it upon himself to get him something else to eat that wasn't spicy at all, and without myself or my wife asking. If you're looking for a great place to eat with a killer atmosphere and even better service, you've found it.

I had another destination in mind, but when I saw the sign that said they had indian, nepalese, and…read moreEthiopian food, I stopped in my tracks. It wasn't a platter type of night, but both Indian and Ethiopian cuisines have some great appetizers, so we stopped in after a movie. It was cool to see the breakdown of a vibey bar scene on one side and a sit down area on the other period both sides had the World Cup showing, so there was really no going wrong. The woman who greeted us led us to decide where we wanted to go. According to their hours, they are open until 1AM. We decided to get the stuffed naan basket, sambusas, and chicken momos -- A nice but fairly light spread for the evening. We or later told that they were finished with the naan basket... For an Indian restaurant more than 3 hours before they closed, that was surprising to me... I should have specified whether it was naan in general or just that basket, but still. The other two items came after 25 minutes or so. The sambusas were fried HARD, but had a great flavor. The momos were solid! We had a good time catching up, and they did great keeping water refilled (mostly). It took a while to close out -- they probably thought we were invested in the game and not in a hurry, but it's a weeknight and we were on Metro's time. I am curious about their proper Indian and Ethiopian entrees ... By the way, I saw a mouse right before we left... It was in the back on the dining room side past the tables.

Food Courts are popping up everywhere around us, & I'm here for it!! So I keep seeing this spot on…read moremy timeline. I'm geeking to go!! It took a minute, but I finally pulled up!! . Where I am: @anandabites . Location Reviewed: 8046 New Hampshire Ave., Langley Park M.D. inside of @bitesdmv . Items Reviewed: DELICIOUS. Their Paneer Pakora ($9.99 deep fried, spiced, non melting Indian cottage cheese). Firm cheese, even after being hot. I just needed more flavor with this. LIKE THAT! Their Large Samosa's ($8.99 deep fried pastries with curry potatoes, lentils, onions, spicy green sauce, & sweet red sauce). Tasty, flavorful, especially dipped in that hotter sauce, good! STAMP!! Their Drinks ($6.50 each a Passionfruit Boba Tea with popping lemon boba, & a Mango Thai Tea). The lemon burst with the passionfruit...hit! The mango Thai was refreshing!! STAMP!! Their Samosa Chaat ($8.98 potato samosas with a chickpea curry on top, tangy chutney's, yogurt, & crunchy noodles on top). These are the LIKE THAT samosas on 1000!! With all the toppings, it made those samosas tastier! STAMP!! Their Paneer Tikka Masala ($13.99 fried Indian cottage cheese in a tomato/curry based soup). Super flavorful soup that blended well with the cottage cheese!! LIKE THAT! Their Ghee Podi Dosa ($12.99 a large thin lentil crepe made in ghee, clarified butter, with spicy lentil powder on the crepe, with spicy potatoes on the inside, & with tomato, white, & a lentil sauces). A crisp shell, spicy hot, with super flavorful potatoes, & a savory lentil soup/sauce. STAMP!! Their Gulab Jamun ($5.29 deep fried dough dipped in a sweet cardamom , rose water, sugar syrup). Warm, sweet, & fluffy!! . Customer Service: On Point. . Parking: Decent. . Recommendations: Try what I STAMPED, & you let ME know!! . Accessibility: It's is wheelchair friendly, & it's differently abled persons friendly. 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

Food looked and smelled great; everything was fresh, delicious and authentic. You order at the…read morecounter and the food is delivered at the table if dining in. The decor consists of Bollywood movie posters. And they have a full bar. We tried and enjoyed the following: mango lassi, pani puri, Vada pav, Mysore masala dosa and plain masala dosa. The dosas were crispy with a little chew. The potato filling was delicious dosas were served with sambar (a soup made with lentils, vegetables and fragrant spices) and two chutneys (sauce/ salsa) both delicious.

Biryani City in North Bethesda is a wonderful Indian restaurant that consistently delivers…read morehigh-quality food, with every dish prepared to perfection. The flavors are authentic, balanced, and clearly made with care. The long-grain Basmati rice is a standout--aged, light, fluffy, and wonderfully aromatic. It has a delicate texture that makes it especially enjoyable and easy to digest. The tandoor-cooked naan is equally impressive: light, fresh, and perfectly prepared, with just the right texture and flavor. Overall, Biryani City is a reliable choice for delicious Indian food. The consistent quality and attention to preparation make it a place I'm happy to return to and recommend to others.

Yeah, I'm not gonna lie... this is some of the best Indian food I've had in the DMV…read more Restaurant is casual and mostly takeout-based, so busy with orders even on weekdays, and the prices are honestly one of the biggest reasons I keep comin back. I'm so sick of paying $25+ for a curry. This place is just a little cheaper ($13-$18 lol), but that difference adds up and makes me way more willing to order here regularly. The boneless chicken biryani puts me into the best food coma every time. It's SO flavorful, especially with all the little sauces on the side (Idk what they are called but I think one is the yogurt raita so yum). The saag paneer and butter chicken have never done me dirty either, and I'm so glad the chicken is actually tender and NOT dry. I order these three dishes as my holy trifecta all the time with a side of their garlic naan, which is some of the best I've had. I also love that they let you choose between Indian and American spice levels. Definitely appreciate having the option depending on my mood. If you plan to eat in, expect informal booth seating and Bollywood music videos playing on three different screens. Such a vibe, I highkey mess with it. My only con is that even if you dine in, they still serve everything in plastic takeout containers. That might actually be a plus for some people, but I've been trying to cut back on single-use plastic. Still... I can absolutely overlook it because the food is that good. I've highkey recommended this place to so many people and have put a bunch of friends onto it. I'll definitely keep coming back. :)

Other food plans let me down, but fortunately I have more than one plan, and I wandered over to…read morethis place on the edge of downtown Bethesda. It is on the smaller side, and one group was turned away for not having a reservation. I got a dumpling appetizer which delivered a mouthwatering array of vegetables, and a reasonably interesting fruity drink. The thing I came for, however, was a chole bhature. This fried bread and chickpea combination came with all the right accompaniments, and the chickpeas were richly flavored. It was a fantastic meal down to the last bite. It would not have been as good to go, and I recommend eating in. Service was a bit slow and they could have used another person working, but it was a clean and pleasant place to eat.

It is small and almost covert hiding on the ground floor of an older small office type building in…read moreBethesda. Don't be deterred by the outside. This was very good for a completely unplanned quick lunch (45min).The curry sauce was so good you could neglect the fig and paneer (which were good) and just eat the sauce with the rice. I've never felt that way about a curry sauce and I have had a fair bit of Indian food in a few trips around the sun. Versatile offerings; including things you don't get elsewhere along with the traditionals. Generous portions. Get the mango lassi with your meal. Polite sincere service. Stop in for lunch. The stars aren't lying about this one.

The restaurant inside is very nice. I would say elegant without being off-putting. We were seated…read morein the back at a nice table for two. White table cloth. When we were seated, the host lit a table candle. We immediately received water and a plate for sharing of crisp papadums with what I think was a mango chutney. The crackers were crisp and flavorful and the chutney was delicious. A great start. We ordered two appetizers to try them: Mulligatawny soup ($8.99) - a very nice portion came in a bowl accompanied with two cups/spoons. We each had at least two small cups of soup from the one portion. Excellent soup. Samosa Chaat - ($10.99) - another very nice sized portion for sharing. And also excellent. A bit spicy and very flavorful. Entrees: Lamb Shank - beautifully prepared. Accompanied by rice. We both were surprised it didn't come with some vegetables on the sauce (like a few carrots), but the lamb itself is very flavorful. Yellow Daal - it's good. I likely wouldn't get it again as it was fine, but not great. Nothing wrong with it, but everything else was so flavorful and distinctive that this just seemed "fine". Chilly Garlic Naan - should have gotten an order of regular naan or garlic naan. This was so spicy that it was unpleasant to eat. My partner and I both like spicy food, but the spiciness interfered with our enjoyment of our entrees. Again, it's not the fault of the item - it's more of a warning that the spiciness is overpowering. I assume other people like this, but I prefer something that complements as opposed to overpowers (to me). Service was excellent throughout the meal. Full from the appetizers, we took most of the entrees home. Probably will discard the naan, unfortunately. Again, maybe you'll like it. I'm really glad we came here and will be back again.

Met with relatives who live in the area and wanted someplace elegant and w good reviews. Place was…read morevery nicely decorated though chairs by the bar made it difficult to walk down the aisle to the restroom. Server was very attentive. We started w drinks, pappadam, pani puri, had some samosas, and then 4-5 entrees - which included chicken tikka, lamb vindaloo (spicy), malai kofta, chana masala, cucumber raita and several orders of garlic naan. Food was good, not the best Indian food i have had, but good. Would consider trying again when in the area.

This review is based mostly on delivery orders and one I fi-na-ly got there in-person to-go…read more(takeout) visit! Best open late place around! It's probably really good during the day, too -- but I love ordering from here late at night! This is my go-to for great late night (but also daytime) wonderful, tasty, spiced-just-right nourishment -- mmm! I greatly enjoy their Channa Masala regularly. Truth be told, that is one of my most favourite dishes so I don't stray away from it too much .... I actually like to get a side of that and a side of Dal Makhani along with some Papadum, Mango Chutney, Mixed Pickles and Raita -- a perfect little (but not too little!) meal with some flavour left over for later .... (Ooh, should I be giving away my secrets so freely like this? Hmm ....) The Garlic Naan is also very good. I can't comment too much on most of the menu since I liked what I got and have stuck with it! (Also, I've been eating from here for years and years and don't remember everything I've tried ....) One thing I can say about this place is: I have never been disappointed! I would say that dining in late at night during the winter, it might be a little bit cold for those who are used to more heated spaces .... In terms of accessibility, if you need an entrance without stairs, then using the front entrance would be the way to go -- and since the parking is in the back and the front entrance is on a major road without parking right there, you would need to go around to the front from the back, which also involves going down an incline using the sidewalk. (I have provided a photo of the back staircase for you to see.) Highly recommended! Yay! Also, super-yummy-yum! :-D

Portions sizes and prices are about average but food texture and flavor are good quality and…read moreconsistent. We've ordered from here about 20x now and built up some reliable go-to dishes including the Aloo Gobhi and Channa Masalla. Roti and Garlic Naan are also great. I do recommend doing delivery or pickup as the place is very much a hole-in-the-wall joint and less of an actual restaurant than a kitchen. Still amazing food, very consistent. There's zero chance I won't be ordering again in the coming month.

Great lunch buffet - same owner as Haandi in Falls Church, VA! Enjoyed the weekend lunch buffet…read more$21.95 for adults ($18.95 weekdays) and $8.95 for kids. There are about a dozen dishes, 1/2 vegetarian and 1/2 meat with fresh plain naan. I came 1/2 way through the buffet at 1pm (buffet is from 11:30am - 2:30pm) and the dishes were all warm and tasted fresh. There's amble seating with tables and booths, and 1/2 dozen patio seating as well. The Palak Paneer was creamy soft tender cubed of paneer while the Malai Kofta was a sweet gravy. The Lentil Dhal Makhani was flavorful and savory.The crispy vegetable Pakora fritters were tasty and glad that they were freshly refilled when there a few left in the tray. The Basmati Rice was flavrful and paired well with the curry dishes. The crispy Cauliflower Manchurin was the only dish that was a bit brittle and soggy from sitting out and lost its fresh, crunchy soft texture. It was a slight bummer that Samosa wasn't offered in the buffet. The naan was made to order and pillowy soft. Note that Garlic Naan is not included and paid an extra $4.50 for it (I was expecting a small upcharge, not to pay full price, not a big deal). The service was great and I chatted a bit with the manager. The food tastes exactly like Haandi in VA and used to be named Haandi as well. You can get carry-out buffet - 2 pounds worth and will be back for it!

It honestly pains me to write this one-star review because I've been going to Kadahi for years and…read moreit's always been one of my favorite spots. Unfortunately, the last few visits haven't been great, and tonight was the worst it's ever been. I ordered the matar paneer and it was watery and almost completely flavorless, which is very unlike what I've had there before. The rice was even more disappointing -- it tasted old and was hardened into clumps, almost molded into the shape of the container instead of being individual grains. It was difficult to even break apart. The samosas were good, which was the one bright spot, but the garlic naan barely had any garlic on it. Normally their naan is amazing and very flavorful. I'm really disappointed because this used to be my go-to spot for Indian food. I'm hoping this was just a bad night, but after a few recent experiences that were also lacking in freshness and flavor, I may have to start looking for a new place.