Amazing! We tried four dishes and cocktails: -I had the pineapple daiquiri, which was delicious; the Tapori wasn't quite as good (we couldn't agree on whether it was too sweet or too bitter, oddly enough) -Cauliflower 65 was my favorite dish -Butter chicken was also great, and the presentation with a torch to melt a garlic butter lollipop was super fun -wagyu momos were good but not great - I would probably try something else next time -duck was maybe a little overcooked, it was just okay - but the accompanying sauce and potatoes were really nicely done Service was very good, and I'd absolutely recommend a visit! read more

Made reservations and were given a comfortable booth seating closer to their kitchen which was busy throughout the night! Our server, Nishita, who also happened to be from Bombay, was full of energy and enthusiasm, and it was a no-brainer for us to stick with Nishi's recommendations for our order. Our order consisted of Lotus Root Chaat ($14) which is something that we'd highly recommend, Spicy Seekh Kebab, Podi Masala Dosa ($22), Achari Macchi Kebab ($28), and Dum Biryani ($34). The Macchi Kebab is made with Salmon - and in my opinion, even Indian spices fall short of making salmon drop its rather fishy and strong taste - a wonderful dish though! The Dum Biryani is tasty, although does lack enough meat pieces. Packed with flavor though. For dessert we got the Rasmalai Cheesecake ($12) and Nishi was kind enough and very friendly towards our little one, and got him a Gulab Jamun ($12) on the house. The Cheesecake might be enjoyable for those who like a cheesecake and were curious to see an Indian take on it. Food overall matched our expectations, was flavorful, and we had a fantastic experience. Food arrived within 20 mins of ordering and as it was ready. Specific shout out to Nishita for excellent service! We will definitely recommend this place to our friends and family and will visit again whenever we are in DC! read more

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Tapori exceeded expectations! We walked in on a Sunday night without a reservation as a party of two, and I think we were lucky to get seated because it was busy! The restaurant is beautifully decorated with artwork and dim lighting. We had a little secluded booth with beads draping around our table. We tried the ragda pattice, tapori naan, butter chicken and dum biryani. Everything was delicious. They did a table side torching of the butter onto the butter chicken dish. It was flavorful and filling! We had a great experience and will definitely recommend Tapori. read more

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My friend was very skeptical about Tapori, and it took me multiple tries to finally convince him to go with me. I really enjoyed their sister restaurant (Daru), so I was looking forward to my experience for Tapori. We made a reservation for a couple Monday evenings ago. While it wasn't too busy, we thought food came out slower than expected (e.g. asked for a side of basmati rice and waited for over 10 minutes). DAL MAKHANI - 9 Very good and incredibly buttery, excessively so. This had to be one of the best dal makhanis I've had, thanks to all the butter, which made it incredibly hearty and creamy. We ordered a side of basmati rice (+4) to enjoy this. TAPORI BUTTER CHICKEN - 25 This came with a piece of naan, which was not enough to enjoy the butter chicken, but fortunately, we did order the side of rice. Butter chicken was great, also very buttery. We would've gotten a different curry option, but the butter chicken seems to be the only option on their menu. No regrets though! DUM BIRYANI - 32 This was the worst thing we ordered. The rice was really most and mushy, and most of the goat pieces were mainly bone with very little meat. Flavor was pretty bland and underwhelming, lacking seasoning and spice. Definitely not worth it. Overall, food was hit-or-miss and incredibly pricy. We paid $95 total (after 20% service fee and tax) for one app, one side, and two entrees, which is kind of wild. The service was a bit awkward and not the most friendly. Unfortunately, we both agreed we probably won't be back (since it's also not the easiest to get to by public transportation), but it was worth a try. read more

This is my favorite Indian restaurant in DC. I like other Indian restaurants in DC, they have great selection of food from various parts of India. We were here to celebrate our friend's 40th birthday party. Most of us in the group were here for the first time. We ordered almost everything on their menu to share and taste everything. Podi masala dosa and cauliflower 65 are my favorites. I liked it so much that I came here the next day during their happy hours. For entrees, definitely recommend the whole tandoori chicken and shrimp kitchdi. Kitchdi is Indian style porridge. It's very delicious as it's made with rice and lentils. I was so full for desserts. I tried a little of kulfi. It was alright. Highly recommend this place. The service was phenomenal. I don't remember the name of our server, but she was so energetic and matched our vibes. Great recommendation for cocktails and food. read more

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Tapori absolutely nailed it! The modern Indian small plates concept is executed beautifully -- every dish was bursting with bold, vibrant flavors and creative twists. We were celebrating a double birthday, and the experience felt extra special thanks to Nishita. She was energetic, genuinely engaged, and incredibly attentive all evening & catered impeccably to our gluten free request . The sweetest surprise? Desserts and pani puri on the house -- such a thoughtful touch that made our celebration unforgettable. She even got the head chef Baburam to meet us so we could give our candid feedback Amazing food, impeccable service, and the perfect celebratory vibe -- Tapori is officially a favorite! read more

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Another awesome visit to Tapori. It was a friend's birthday and they kindly brought us a comped dessert with a candle. Service was excellent overall, and we enjoyed all the food. Food: Some veggie patty with dal, don't remember what it was called but it was delicious Dosa: didn't taste but looked good Veggie kulcha: amazing Butter chicken: reported to be amazing Paneer chop: huuuge piece of cheese. Sooo tasty but prob better for sharing! Squash: really unique dish! Delicious! Loved the pumpkin sauce Kulfi dessert: such an unusual thing for me, tasted incredible Galub jamun: small but really delicious Small place, better for small parties and make sure to get a reservation. It was COMPLETELY full. read more

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Spectacular happy hour. They're good any time of day, but the happy hour deals are phenomenal. I'm not sure I would have ever come in had I not saw those deals, so kudos to them for crafting an attractive selection that catches the eye. As of my visit, the deals are till 6.30, including Saturday. The space is quite large, but I sat at the bar. The deals include food and drink specials, a key to a great happy hour, and the selection is varied. The cocktails were $3 off, essentially 20% off. The remember the mango, which showcases rye whiskey with a spiced syrup, vermouth, amaro, and mango, was a complex mix but perfectly balanced. Very unique and worth trying. You'll find a martini at any bar in the city, but you won't find this anywhere else. I'm intrigued to come back to try more of their creations. For food, I was just snacking, but the cauliflower 65 and lotus root chaat were both excellent. The place seemed full of happy diners, always a good sign. It was a good vibe all around, I would highly recommend it. Their other location, Daru, is right down the block and is also excellent, with very different options. read more

FABULOUS. What really blew us away was the dosa AND the galub jalum. The dosa was thin and crispy and its paired with an assortment of rich sauces on the side. I could not tell you what those sauces were, but they were gone in less than 5 minutes that's how delicious they were. The cool lemongrass icecream drizzled with chocolate on top of the rose water soaked cake paired with the crunch of whatever was underneath was something special. Lovely ambiance, incredible service, easy reservations. Honestly an all around great experience. read more

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As a South Indian, I adore this restaurant. It mixes all of the flavors well. The service is great and creates a very welcoming environment. I have gone alone multiple times for a solo happy hour, a girls night and small group dinner and I'm satisfied every time. read more

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Tapori delights as usual. We went to the happy hour. Our martini and Manhattans were chilled with liquid nitrogen. Wow. Our bartender/server was like an old friend and he knows everything. He was fantastic. We even got to go back into their kitchen to see their dosa batter mill, which was amazing and allowed us to meet the chefs. The food was top notch as usual, but at happy hour prices so we get to sample all sorts of treats. The restaurant is beautiful as ever and we will be returning again soon. read more

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A delicious dinner and cocktail spot on H St. my friends and I came here as a walk-in and lucked out with bar seating. We shared the pani puri, chapli kebab, jhol momos, and achari macchi kebab. The pani puri was very flavorful and perfect snack to share. The jhol momos had a delicious broth chili and the wagyu was very well seasoned. If you're a lamb fan, you definitely need to get the chapli kebab which comes on top of saffron naan. My favorite dish was the achari maachi kebab. The salmon was perfectly cooked and the skin was delightfully crispy. It came with pickled vegetables and quinoa (not your average quinoa), which paired so well with the salmon. So glad this new concept from the owners of Daru opened up. read more

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I went to Tapori and thought it was really great overall. The vibes were awesome from the start. It has a fun, energetic atmosphere that makes the whole experience feel special. Part of the seating is at long shared tables, so we had to sit next to strangers, but it honestly wasn't too bad. It kind of added to the lively feel of the place. The food was good. It was really flavorful and well done, but it's definitely on the expensive side. It's not somewhere I'd go for a casual weeknight dinner. It feels more like a place you go for a fun night out or a special occasion. Overall, it's definitely worth checking out. I wouldn't go all the time, but it's a great spot when you're in the mood for something a little more elevated and fun. read more

Tapori - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Had such a good time here! The food is great and the drinks are strong. We got the Dum Biryani (portion size is large, so we had plenty of leftovers), the butter chicken (one of the better ones I've had in DC)! I wish the seating for 2 people was larger but overall had a good time. Service was a bit spotty. read more

Tapori - Butter Chicken and Dum Biryani - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Amazing Indian food. Thank you EJay Very awesome Indian restaurant near Union Market. Manager Ejay was the man. Great drink selection and the food was totally better than expected. Strong indian flavors and cooked the right way (i.e - the butter chicken was made with tandoori chicken, not the "easier way"). Will certainly come back. read more

Tapori - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Solid spot - service and ambiance are great, albeit a bit loud/crowded. They have a good drink menu. Loved the cauliflower, fried lotus, and dumplings. However, did not like the chicken and paneer mains at all. For the price, there are better options. read more

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A friend and I stopped by for happy hour. An amazing experience, the bartender was top-notch! And the food was delicious. Highly recommend will absolutely be back for happy hour and dinner to follow. read more

wow! we ordered almost everything on the menu and everything was a hit. the dishes were unique in presentation and combination-- from wagyu momos to the nilgiri scallops (my personal favorite). the one con is that for large parties, there is a central dining space which can be hard to get your own space, but at least they accommodate large parties! our server was lovely as well. read more

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So good! Every dish we got was incredible. Perfect amount of spice. And there's a ton of gluten free options including the dosa! I can't wait to go back! read more

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What a vibe!! Fun place to come for modern South Asian/Indian-ish street food and cocktails. If you love Daru, come here for a funky time! Highly recommend making reservations. Our server had a strong personality. She was fun and cracked jokes, but could come off a bit aggressive. However, the bartender was super friendly and hospitable. Honestly, I think I enjoyed everything we got: Cauliflower 65, Lotus Root Chaat, Jhol Momo (drank the broth DRY), Mushroom Pulao, Vada Pav, Boti Kebab, and Roast Duck Kulcha (least fav, but still delicious). Everything had fun flavors and was done so well and creatively. The Malai Kulfi is fun and yummy, but it is literally one popsicle stick (and for $10) so can be hard to share, but definitely not impossible! read more

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Another fantastic collaboration night with Matt Adler. Tapori is a can't miss restaurant but the extra special nights have food that beats almost any restaurant in the city. The paneer Milanese and squid ink pasta were insane. Highly recommend any trip here read more

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If you love Indian food or award-winning Daru (or both), pop into Tapori, the creators of Daru's new elevated Indian street food restaurant. On the same block as Solid State Books (highly recommend), Tapori creates a funky environment for guests to retreat into. My friend and I dined at Tapori. Here's our experience. 1) Food: The menu is diverse with vegetarian options and more. To feed two, we ordered the Cauliflower, Laal Naan, Lotus Root Chaat, Mushroom Biryani, Meen Pollichathu, and Malai Kulfi. Everything tasted great, but the winners were the Cauliflower, Lotus Root Chaat, and Mushroom Biryani. Both used flavors that you'd expect, but with a few twists to make the dishes stand out. As a complimentary starter, Panipuri was brought out. It was very good! 2) Cocktails: The beverage menu is robust and has wine, beer, and more. Enjoying more sweet and sour drinks, I enjoyed the Pineapple Daiquiri and the Guava Mint Swizzle. 3) Service: With an open kitchen, you see it all. Staff are friendly, passionate, and efficient. 4) Space: It's beautiful with a mural on one wall, a long table, booth seating, interesting art, and more. If you love Indian food, go here! read more

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Tapori has such a fun vibe and some truly delicious food. The inside is a bright riot of color and texture where there isn't a bad seat in the house- there's a fun communal table right down the middle, but we got a booth in the back near the kitchen. Our server, Nishi, was so fun- she had great recommendations and truly made our night. We started off with the lotus root chaat- this was a favorite for our table and is such a gorgeous and interesting presentation. We also really enjoyed the vada pav, which came with two slider-sized potato sandwiches- the slaw on the side was excellent. The bison pav bhaji was very good as well- you assemble your own essentially small sandwich with ground bison, and the kitchen was nice enough to provide extra bread for our party so that we could all try some (I believe it came with three buns). We split the paneer chop and the salmon as entrees, and we loved both. The paneer chop is essentially one large piece of paneer, so very easy to share, and the accompaniments were all excellent. We were shocked at how much we loved the salmon, which can sometimes be overcooked or bland- this was cooked perfectly and the glaze that came on top of it was so good. It was hard to save room for dessert, but I have to recommend at least ordering the rasmalai cheesecake. I'm not a big cheesecake person and this was one of the best I've ever had. The texture was so light, it was beautifully spiced, and it came with the most incredible berry compote. A really lovely way to end an excellent meal! read more

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I loved the cocktails here, especially the Rangeel-a-rita. It was so delicious and not overly sweet. I'm still thinking about that rita. I also had the lakhan old fashioned and can't say I would order again--the garam masala was not strong and it felt like something was missing. On to the food, the pani puri was of course amazing. A great start to the meal! My personal favorite was the lasooni palak and the vada pav. The latter was absolutely perfect. It was maybe all of two bites, but it was served hot, had a bit of heat, and just set the right tone following the pani puri. The lasooni palak was also so delicious. It was paired so well with tapori and laal naan. I was not disappointed, but didn't think u would be considering I am a big fan of Daru. The vibe here is very chill and I would love to go back and order cocktails at the bar. The imagery is very unique and really works to create a very outgoing and comfortable vibe. Service was also IMPECCABLE! Highly recommend! read more

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I recently went here for a weeknight dinner with a friend and had a great experience! We were able to get a reservation at one of the community tables and were seated immediately. Tapori was extremely loud-my friend and I had to raise our voices to have a conversation. The prices for the main dishes for the mains were reasonable, although charging $10-$16 for small appetizers of dishes branded "street food" seemed the opposite of the point of the dishes. Otherwise, everything else was fantastic. Despite Tapori being extremely busy, we received outstanding service, worth every bit of the automatic 20 percent service fee. Our dishes came quickly and our server went above and beyond in explaining dishes, answering questions, and having a good rapport with my friend and I. My friend and I split the following dishes, which ranged from fine to outstanding: Lotus Root Chaat: My favorite dish of the night. The lotus root was crunchy, flavorful, and a good blend of sweet and salty. Pani Puri: An interesting dish with a great presentation-a quick bite with liquid that you pour in. Lentils: An OK dish, but nothing distinctive. Bison Pav Bhaji: This dish was disappointing. The bison tasted like oversalted taco meat, the bun tasted like it came out of a package, and the other flavors were underwhelming. Tandoori Broccoli: Some of the best broccoli I have ever had at a restaurant. The broccoli had a good crunch without being undercooked, and deliciously spiced and seasoned. Laal Naan: A solid naan, although not distinctive from most other naans. Cheese Kulcha: An extremely delicious naan, with good heat, freshly baked, and tons of delicious cheese. For dessert, my friend and I split the Malai Kulchi, which was good but nothing special. I would highly recommend Tapori for a nice date night! read more

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Incredible - the vibes, cocktails, service, and food. I loved how the cocktails all were unique to the cuisine, and they were well made. The food was delicious, and I appreciated how it was separated by region. We shared the pani puri, pav bhaji, dosa (my favorite), and paneer chop. We had the rasmalai cheesecake for dessert and I enjoyed everything. read more

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Food is five stars. Service was kinda bad, but I'm giving them a pass since I visited their opening day. Recommendations: Cauliflower Tapori naan Lamb biryani Quail Remember the mango cocktail We already booked another reservation in a few weeks to try more from their menu! It's so good! I'm sure the service will also improve in time. read more

KenScale: 8.0/10 Visits: May 2025 When I used to live in New York City, I would sometimes get the halal cart food from the street, especially after a long night of socializing with friends. I stopped going to these carts at some point after someone told me how much calorie goes into the dish but that doesn't mean I don't miss an absolutely delicious plate of chicken and rice with the addictive white sauce. On a recent restaurant visit in DC with my wife Jun, I think I discovered the closest thing to what I remembered to be this late-night indulgence. One of my favorite restaurants in the District is Daru for its distinctive take on Indian cuisine, so I was very excited to hear about the team's new project called Tapori that features South Asian (Nepalese and Indian) dishes inspired by street food culture of the region. Compared to the environment at Daru, Tapori looked livelier with glitzy lighting and a large communal table in the center, and the restaurant team does seem intent to replicating a rowdy street environment somewhere in Mumbai. More importantly, we enjoyed many of the dishes we ordered from the fun and eclectic menu. The small plates at Tapori are quite ideal for sharing while taking in a sip of cocktails. The cauliflower with roasted garlic and curry leaf, accompanied by Kashmiri chili mayo, quickly disappeared after it landed on our table, and I was glad that Jun ordered the cold lotus root chaat with tamarind and sweet yogurt. I only vaguely knew that Nepali cuisine has dumpling dishes, and one of the first dishes that grabbed my attention when I browsed the menu was jhol momo, a wagyu dumpling in consommé. It tasted somewhat like a Chinese xiaolongbao soup dumpling that we were more familiar with, but unfortunately wasn't quite as memorable as I thought it would be. I was somewhat surprised that there was no curry-based dish on the menu at Tapori, but we still had delicious main dishes. The tandoori chicken, with the whole roasted poussin accompanied by garam masala spice and Greek yogurt, was not surprisingly delicious on its own, but it truly shone with the dum biriyani dish that came with slow cooked goat and saffron. The chicken and the deeply aromatic basmati rice from the biriyani was a potent combo, especially with a side of spicy Kashmiri-Habanero chutney that gave us irresistibly spicy kicks. It was while savoring this potent combo that I had this eerie sensation of devouring on a chicken and rice dish back in the days in Manhattan. By the end of our meal, we were sweating profusely with our faces red, but we walked out one happy couple. Getting a reservation at Tapori wasn't too challenging; one thing to note is that if you want to get a booth seat with your own table as opposed to the communal table, make sure to select the correct option. As noted above, the fun, hectic vibe that the dining space was giving could either be an attraction or a distraction to your dining experience; our reservation was on the early dinner time, so it didn't feel as chaotic during our meal but I can see the place being an absolute party atmosphere during peak hours. The cocktail program incorporating various South Asian ingredients and inspirations will help with enhancing your meal, and the wine list was surprisingly versatile with some fun options designed to complement the South Asian cuisine well. Tapori is the kind of restaurant that would be a great place to visit with a large group of people where you can liberally indulge on a variety of foods and drinks. While Jun and I would probably lean more toward Daru when it comes to Indian food, it is another strong newcomer to the increasingly colorful dining scene of the H Street corridor. read more

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From the founders of Daru, Tapori lives up to the hype with an innovative and modern take on Indian food. I just ordered a couple of appetizers, the Dahi Kebab and Roast Duck Kulcha, which both provided great presentation and dishes I've never had before. The Dahi Kebab was both crunchy and creamy, sweet and savory, combining yogurt, cashew, pistachio and guava into like a fried savory pastry. The Roast Duck Kulcha adds caviar, sour cherry and masala over a duck filled bread. The service and atmosphere were also great, with both bar and table seating. read more

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One of the best Indian meals I've had in a while. Must get dishes are the vada pav, lotus root chaat, and the tandoori salmon. The dosa was underwhelming. Drinks were great. read more

Tapori - Tandoori Salmon - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Fun, vibey, awesome for groups and the food is fab! Flavorable and shareable! Service was attentive. Reservations are definitely a good idea. read more

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So far I've been here twice and both experiences were great. Good for 1:1 or medium size groups. Service is really good. The vibe and interior is lovely! And the food is delicious. I think their strength is their appetizers and smaller dishes. The pani puri is a must! So is the masala chai. Second time I went we tried the crab but...it was not what we were expecting ha I thought it would be a bigger dish. A whole crab. It was almost a flatbread type of dish. So just read the menu or ask about the dish prior to ordering. The paneer was a very good entree! So far that is the only one I would recommend and apart from that, the apps and small dishes are the way to go. read more

Tapori - Indian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Stopped in the first couple weeks of service - overall it was a good meal. Space is nice, service was friendly and food was pretty quick. We sat at the shared table which was fun, struck up some conversations with neighbors - it's a beautiful big table with enough room for privacy but still encourages interaction. For drinks, we tried a couple cocktails, both of which were ok but didn't stand out (can't recall the names, but one was a swizzle and the other a vodka pomegranate drink). For food - tried a good number of items, favorites were the smaller bites. Pani puri, vada pav and lotus root chaat were the easy highlights of the meal. the fried cauliflower was ok, texture was on the more fried side, sauce was mayo based but didn't love the flavors or texture overall. the pistachio naan was fluffy and warm, but not much flavor comes through for the added $. The tandoori broccoli had barely any char and the madras curry did not come through. The momos were pretty tasty, delicate broth. the calamari were sauteed in a paste that had some heat, these were ok. And finally we had the mushroom pulao, which was good as a filler dish but not much stood out other than the raita. Overall a fun new spot to try, but will wait a bit for them to refine the menu to return read more

Cute restaurant. Food is extremely tasty. I ordered the naan and cauliflower and could've ate more. Cauliflower was perfectly fried and seasoned literally don't even know how they accomplished that but this is one of my favorite type of cuisines and the drinks are good! read more

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Tapori is a neighborhood gem. As a West Indian who did not enjoy a single dish at Daru, I was not excited to visit the sister restaurant. But my friend really wanted to try it out, and I'm so glad I went. The flavors here are amazing. The ambiance is energetic. And the service is thoughtful. read more

I came with a friend on a Friday early evening the weekend following their opening. When we arrived, we didn't have reservations but found two spots at the bar. Once sat are bar, the bartenders did not greet us, and really didn't pay us any mind. My friend waved one down to order a drink and then I did but when it came to food we were lost. We were staring at the menu a while confused and the bartenders didn't once ask if they can help us or make a suggestion. I finally had to wave one down to ask some questions. We first ordered the calamari, the pistachio naan, mushroom biryani, dumplings, vada pav, and the broccoli. To be honest, we found the food just okay. I thought the calamari would be fried, but it wasn't. It was spicy but the flavor was only okay to me. The naan was good but came with no sauce. It really needed a sauce. The vada pav, which were like fried potato sliders, were good but also a little dry- it also needed some kind of sauce. The mushroom Biryani was okay. The dumplings were the best part but you only get 4. We both felt underwhelmed. We had high hopes but nothing really stood out. I also think the menu should describe the items more. The vada pav does not state its a sandwich like slider. We didn't get the cauliflower, which seems to be the most popular, but we would have if the description actually mentioned it was fried. Majority of the menu doesn't actually describe what the dishes are. After our meals, we both didn't really feel satisfied. The only woman bartender that night was particularly curt with us the whole night but when a new couple arrived next to us, was completely different. She made so many suggestions, which we would have liked. We heard them recommend the lotus chat, which looked good when it arrived so we decided to try one more thing and order it. The lotus chat was very good. That by far was the best of the night. For drinks I ordered one of the orange wines. I liked it, it has a similar taste to rose. I also got the Remember the Mango cocktail and enjoyed it. Overall, we had high expectations because we both love Daru but Tapori just didn't hit the mark. Nothing wowed us and service was rude. Maybe it was an off night but unfortunately, they didn't live up to the hype for us. read more

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Starting from the call to the super kind hostess who helped me confirm there are dairy and gluten free options, this started on a high. my mom grew up in India... so food like this is always hard to feel like it hit's right... she was shocked. the sauces were perfectly balanced - not too sweet or sugary and not too heavy. the spice levels were authentic and the flavors uncompromising in their authenticity. that level of flavor and sophistication brought back a lot of childhood memories for her. the happy hour menu is BEYOND generous. a new staple for us. Glen our server / bartender was patient with all of my questions (I don't like sweet cocktails, I prefer to eat dairy free gluten free, always asking for extra something or other) he never flinched and was supportive of my THIRD dosa order !! we also did the lotus root salad, two orders of the fried cauliflower (GF!!!), pani puri, potato vada pav. my regret was not getting the meat vada pav on the HH menu- so get it! my mom and our friend also did the goat cheese kulcha and it looked amazing.... beautiful interior, fabulous music, candles and a vibe ! A NEW FAVORITE! read more

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Had a great meal! Our server Oscar was great, she directed us to the mango cocktail which was a bit sweet but definitely not overly sweet! All the food was well spiced, and the booths were great if you are able to get one: book in advance. Attaching a pic of the menu as it is different than what it currently says on the website, it seems they probably change their menu often. Cauliflower 65 is a must order if you like spicy food. read more

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Excellent food and service! We tried so many dishes and loved the chaats the best! Would gladly return and get the other half of the menu

Another hit from the Daru team! The interior is absolutely gorgeous with vibrant shapes, colors, and textures at every corner. It has a wonderful sense of place and vibrancy, culminating with the long communal table in the center. Service is incredibly friendly and everyone takes pride in the offerings on hand. The food is spectacular. Everything is incredibly flavorful with inventive aromatic pairings and just enough heat to keep you coming back for another bite. We started with the Lotus Chaat (fried slices of lotus root perfectly dressed with tamarind and other sauces for consistently perfect bites - think Indian flavored nachos) and the fried cauliflower is totally craveable. For mains, we ordered the Bison Momo that comes served in a clear but flavorful broth and the Paneer Steak. My friend loved the Momo. The Paneer steak was unlike any way I've seen it served before, though similar to the Pesto Paneer at Daru. Served with pickled slaw of red onion and persimmon and a dollop of mint sauce, the paneer is cooked to perfection (3 ways they said!) and each bite is so satisfying. I'm glad I brought some home to enjoy the next day. Don't skip the bread, either. We had the stuffed cheese bread which was just cheesy enough without being too much as the pickled onions on top gave a nice little piquancy. We ended with the cheesecake which is flavored with cardamom and complemented nicely with an aromatic berry compote. Don't sleep on the drinks either. The bar team here is top notch and the drinks and some of the most unique I've had in town. The Guava Swizzle is inventive and not too sweet. The Old Fashioned is excellent and imbues spices gently with the familiar flavor of the cocktail. Obsessed. Will be back. A lot. read more

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