I found this place through Uber Eats, only to find that it's not actually that far away from my…read morehouse. I've had a lot of Indian food over the years from many different places, as it's one of my favorites. This place does it very well. Everything was fresh and seasoned perfectly. I'll absolutely be ordering from here again.

I had high hopes walking into Saffron Indian Cuisine on 7724 West Sand Lake Road, Orlando FL…read more especially arriving right at 11:30 a.m. on a Sunday when the doors opened. Unfortunately, the experience didn't quite live up to expectations. My wife chose the buffet, assuming everything would be freshly prepared at opening time. To our surprise, every single item on the buffet line was cold -- from the rice and chicken dishes to the biryani and palak paneer. If a restaurant opens at 11:30, the food should be hot and ready to serve. Cold curries and rice immediately take away from both texture and flavor, and in this case, the dishes tasted flat and lacked the depth of spices you expect from Indian cuisine. Based on this visit, I would recommend skipping the buffet and ordering from the regular menu instead. Buffet selections often feel like the more economical options, and here they were devoid of the bold flavors that make Indian food so memorable. I ordered the chicken biryani from the à la carte menu. It was noticeably better -- aromatic and more flavorful than the buffet items. However, it still missed an important element. Traditionally, biryani is prepared by marinating the chicken and cooking it together with the rice so the spices infuse the meat and every bite is cohesive. In this case, while the rice carried some fragrance, the chicken itself was not well marinated and tasted bland on its own. It felt more assembled than thoughtfully cooked together. Another important point is pricing. The dishes are on the expensive side, and at those prices, the flavors and overall quality should be excellent. When you're paying premium prices, you expect depth of seasoning, proper preparation, and attention to detail -- not cold buffet trays or under-marinated meat. Service was the bright spot of the visit. The staff was friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our meal. Overall, not a terrible experience, but certainly disappointing. With better attention to temperature, flavor development, and consistency, this place could justify its pricing -- but on this visit, it fell short.

My all time favorite hobby: Trying new Indian restaurants…read more This place did not disappoint! We came in after going to Epic Universe, and the place was pretty empty but they didn't seat us right away, instead they took my phone number and they called me 10-15 minutes later. They were very short staffed. We ordered our usual: Mango lassi Vegetable samosa Butter chicken Lamb korma Gobi manchurian Butter and garlic naan Lentil daal soup The food was mouth watering delicious, I kept eating even after I was full that's how good it was! Great place to try if you're in the Orlando area

One of the better meals I had in Orlando. It was our last night in town and walked over here from…read moreour hotel. Service was accomodating and we got a seat at a spacious table, and the portions were huge for the price! We were basic and got the butter chicken/makhani and garlic naan, but it was very nicely done with a lot of flavor in the sauce and chicken that was not dry. There was plenty of garlic and flavor in the naan as well. I also had the goat biryani, which I was not as big a fan of. The flavor was also on point with this dish, but the goat was a little hard to eat and the meat was a little chewy and overcooked. Loved the portion size of this dish as well though, we had plenty of leftovers for another meal the next day.

We did a family style and I thought everything was OK. The place was not busy for dinner. Part…read moreof me thinks that is a red flag. Funny to say the first time I tried Tabla was at a yelp event and I recalled thinking it just tasted OK! So the feeling from the whole party was the food was very a bit too salty. The lamb Vindaloo seems to be missing something. The dish just isn't appetizing to look at. I asked for extra spicy as well and it was just mild-hot. Overall Service was good and the food OK. I left feeling that I do not need to go back here any time soon.

Came here as part of a Yelp event, but I purchased additional items, so I could ethically review…read more This place is tucked away inside the lobby of an I-Drive area hotel. A quaint little counter service spot with a couple of tables, and a glass case containing lots of delectable looking desserts. Service was very friendly. They made recommendations. I tried to make the distinction that I wanted what they thought would be the best thing to eat, Not what they thought American tourists would best stomach. And they hooked me up. I got a few things with some new flavors, I was astounded. Everything was really good. And from the event, the way that they weaved Indian flavors into more recognizable foods was genius. I think this place is going to go a long way to getting people with less adventurous palates to explore Indian cuisine more. They're like a gateway drugs. Before you know it, the patrons of this place will be into biryanis and dosas and much harder stuff. I love it. Thanks, Tabla!

Dining at Madras Cafe is truly a comforting dive into authentic South Indian flavors, especially if…read moreyou're in the mood for a proper, satisfying meal. We went for the Thali, and it arrived like a feast--beautifully presented with a wide variety of dishes that felt both generous and thoughtfully prepared. The portions are no joke here; it's the kind of meal that keeps you going back for "just one more bite." What's even better is that they're happy to offer additional servings if you're still hungry, which makes the experience feel warm and hospitable rather than transactional. Flavor-wise, the food really shines. Each component of the Thali carries its own personality--rich, aromatic, and rooted in tradition. You can tell the kitchen isn't cutting corners when it comes to spices and authenticity. That said, a few items leaned a bit on the salty side for my taste. It didn't take away from the overall enjoyment, but it was noticeable enough to stand out among otherwise well-balanced dishes. All in all, it's a place that delivers on both quantity and authenticity. If you're craving a hearty South Indian meal that feels close to home-style cooking, Madras Cafe is definitely worth the visit. Come hungry--you'll need the appetite.

We traveled almost 6,000 miles and the first place we go for dinner is Madras Cafe and we will…read moreprobably eat here almost every night for the next week. It's so delicious I forgot to take photos of my meal, which was the Szechuan Dosa, very tasty! I did remember to get a pic of the second order of garlic naan. We found this place a few years ago and always make it a point to come back. We enjoy trying different things, and so far it is all a great experience.

These guys are AWESOME and the food is AMAZINGGG!…read more Ok, now on to the details. We are in the area, trying to figure out where to eat that would be quick & tasty. Bombay pops up, is highly rated, and is just about a mile and a half away from where we were. We pull up, go in, and it's clean, cozy & bright. The servers are really kind. My friend's young daughter is trying to do vegan, and my friend has a tree nut allergy AND eats gluten-free, and they can accommodate ALL OF THAT! Yay! This is one of the best menus I've seen in the United States for Desi food, and true to Orlando style, they also have some "asian" dishes / cool combos of Chinese & Indian on the menu. I have never seen so many restaurants with two/hybrid/fusion menus as I have in Orlando! We got Hakka Noodles, Pani Puri, Masala Dosa, Palak Paneer & Chai. Pani Puri came assembled already and in a cute little wagon. Everything tasted amazing!! Tasted fresh-made with fresh ground spices & tasty ingredients. It was very reasonably priced, and the food came out fast. We didn't finish it all & they were prompt with the to go containers. Definitely going back. Thanks you guys!

Full disclosure we have been to Bombay Street Kitchen before and it was as good as we remembered…read moreit. It's pretty spacious inside and lots of onsite parking. We were greeted quickly and our server was friendly and attentive. The food is an experience....full of vibrant color, fresh ingredients and tons of flavors. The plates are shareable so pick a few dishes for the table and enjoy. Really enjoyed it!!

Food was excellent. Everything was fast and waiters were super kind and helpful…read more The chef cooked the Keema biryani super well. The food was outstanding!

Overall food and place is good. Liked the starter…read more Rest of the entrees were good, but a little spicy.

5 stars is NOT enough for this Indian Restaurant!!!…read more In business for 38 years, I can honestly say I've never had a better serving of Tikka Masala in my entire life. Absolutely delicious and anytime I plan on being back in Orlando on International Drive I'm going to plan on returning here. Fun fact: many Indian restaurants shut down from 2:30 - 5pm daily. New Punjab does NOT do this, and is why I even stopped in here. Nicely done New Punjab!

This Indian food is authentic. Like surprisingly delicious. We stumbled across this restaurant…read morewhile going on a spur of the moment restaurant taste hop (when you chose a few restaurants and get apps at each one an go from one to the next). It is set back from the road in a small plaza. The interior has a cozy atmosphere. Seats are comfortable and bathrooms are clean. The staff are friendly and attentive. The food is the star of the show, fresh, well cooked and with authentic ingredients. No store bought chemicals or additives! This one is staying on my return list for sure.

Came here for dinner and absolutely loved it! Each dish is flavorful and delicious. You must try…read morethe chicken 65, it's amazing. I was kindly welcomed when I entered and made to feel at home at this family-run establishment. Also the ambiance was great. Highly recommend if you are hungry and wanting to order from a wide variety of dishes. Support local in Orlando

Locate in the Kirkman shopping center there's usually plenty of parking. You can't really tell if…read morethey're open from the road because sometimes they leave the open sign on all the time so let's start with the appearance. It's very outdated style or decor. Everything is just old and out to say it nicely , so we ordered a few different things chicken 65 butter chicken andouille we got our order in the young man didn't tell us that was sold separately so we had to make another purchase for rice. This is an Indian food restaurant and Indian food restaurant. Do they charge additional for rice? Yes it's only $2.15, but why are you charging additional for something that's traditionally, eaten with dish??? The service was all right. The guy in the front was a very nice guy possibly a little shy extremely hot. If you eaten the temperature inside of the restaurant is extremely hot however, I did notice they had a lot of to go orders. I mean, if you're in a pension, you really want some Indian food .