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    Tarka Indian Kitchen

    3.9 (237 reviews)
    ModerateIndian, Vegetarian, Vegan
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Garlic Naan
    Rodrick B.

    First time visit and man, we loved it! The restaurant was spotless and a fun environment! The food was so delicious! We had Tikka fries, a shrimp and a chicken tikka masala, and garlic naan. So good! Tons of food at a great price and the team were super nice and courteous! They gave excellent service and were a pleasure to interact with! We can't wait to go back!

    chicken Tikka Masala (GF), Garlic Naan, white rice.
    Sophia O.

    Food was so yummy and tangy! the staff were quick with our meals :) loved the vibe in the restaurant too

    Butter Naan
    Renee M.

    Ever since we came my partner has been asking when we'll come back, and we definitely will be coming back! Easy and clear on how to order, good variety of options, food came out hot, fresh, and quickly. The tikki masala fries (forgot a picture) with tikka sauce were delicious, and the seasoning will definitely get all over your fingers, so be prepared. I'm a big fan of their rice, super fragrant, I got the Yellow Daal Curry with Chicken (Medium) - unfortunately it was just a little too spicy for my (admittedly low) tolerance, but the flavor was good and the spice wasn't an immediate kick, it coats the mouth. My partner got the Tikka Masala with Lamb (Mild) and it was quite tasty, the lamb was good with no noticeable gaminess. They provided plenty of naan and roti- both were tasty and definitely would order just one next time (we were feeling a bit hungry lol).

    Brittney W.

    TikTok influenced me to try this franchise. I had never had Indian food before, but have been open to trying it. I went around noon on a Monday and the dining room was not busy. However their DoorDash, Uber Eats, and personal online ordering pick up was busy. It was hard to get a close parking spot at the front of the restaurant, but I was able to find parking elsewhere. The restaurant was clean, full of natural light, and delicious scents of spices were in the air. I was greeted upon entering and the employee was very kind. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala with medium spice level, the Chicken Biryanis w/ medium spice level, garlic naan bread, and the mango lemonade. Both dishes were very good and well seasoned. It's hard to say which one I preferred over the other because they were both great choices. The garlic naan did not taste like anything. Maybe the cooks mixed up my naan order with another to go order. The mango lemonade was decent. It was not overly sweet which I appreciated. Next time I go I want to try the mango lassi. The food did not take long to come out. Maybe 7-10 minute wait time and the food was fresh and piping hot. Overall I spent $31 dollars on my food. By the way this is a cashless establishment. If I had to rate my first time experience. I would give it a 10/10. I plan on returning to Tarka and trying other items on the menu. I am taking friends and family here next time.

    Coconut Curry (V) (GF) with shrimp
    Sammy O.

    This was my first time trying out Tarka food, I would definitely recommend it their food. It was delicious, I will definitely be back.

    Pet Friendly
    Meagen M.

    Very cozy establishment! When I say cozy I mean a relaxing environment where you can enjoy great food! Pet friendly! I set outside with my Frenchie while she enjoyed the weather. The Rose lemonade was awesome! So refreshing! The food is amazing itself too! I can say my chicken biryani was ok! The flavors were good but something was missing! The wings were soooooo good! I'm speechless! I will definitely return soon! The wait time was not bad at all! This establishment is in a shared parking lot!

    To go pickup
    Mel S.

    Just stopping in to pick up dinner. It was pick up and go but this employee Elsa was just over the top kind. Her smile is magical and contagious she's definitely the kind of person that brings joy to any establishment. They are lucky to have her here on to the food They now have cheese naan which I decided to try this time along with my typical biryani rice and curry chicken and tarka Dal. Their mango lemonade is wonderful basically everything you try here you will love. It's definitely my go-to spot for home style cooking with fast food preparation.

    Josh M.

    This place never disappoints. Chicken Tikka Masala is clutch as always. Paneer and samosas made for a great appetizer. Place is clean and service is friendly and quick. Worth a check out.

    Garlic Naan to-go
    Pree R.

    Tarka offers a great selection of North Indian food for veg and non-veg tastes. They're located in a nice part of Spring, with other cool eateries such as Cava and Urban Bird (the latter replaced BGood, unfortunately) are. I got some food to-go on a weeknight, and it included a serving of garlic naan and Kofta Korma, the latter of which is a dish based in a nut gravy with potato-based "meatballs". Normally the korma comes with rice, but I asked for naan instead of rice, and just had to pay the difference. The portions were more than enough for one person! Perhaps it's because I'm now used to the "smaller" portions offered in European restaurants (including Indian restaurants based in Europe), but I had a difficult time finishing all the Kofta Korma plus naan. But nevertheless, it all tasted delicious! I asked for medium spice, and it was perfect.

    Tim C.

    3 semi adults and 1 grandbaby enjoyed our meals. We sampled everything. The vegetable samosas were very tasty. My wife got the child's portion of chicken tikka masala with no heat. I got the chicken tikka masala with 3 out of 4 heat level, almost too hot but I ate half and saved the rest for later. Our daughter-in-law had a cheesy naan and shared it, very good. She also had a mild chicken tikka masala. She got a small order of fries for the youngster. I had a regular naan, usually go with garlic but the plain hit the spot. My wife and I usually get the hot chai tea and then pour it over ice, try it! You'll like it. We love that they let you order a smaller portion, the only down side is it has to be mild...

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    Mike S.

    Cool little simi fast food joint. Food is very good. Tika was very good. Naan was fresh chewy and delicious. Authentic Music playing to round it all out.

    Mariah H.

    Food was great! I don't even know what I ordered but it was delicious! Service was fine and ambiance was like another restaurant.

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    Tony R.

    First time here. My wife and I love Indian food. When we walked in, we found it to be set up as a partial service, fast food style restaurant. We were ordering carry out. The dining room was very clean. The color scheme and decor was of Indian influence. The staff were very friendly. One of the managers took our order. She was knowledgeable and helpful with the menu. We ordered 2 orders of Vegetable Samosas, they were good, but had a slight after taste, reminiscent of previously frozen food. We did enjoy the Mint-Tamarind-Yogurt Chutney that came with it. An order of Vegetable Biryani, it gave the impression of being fresh and was nicely seasoned. For entrees, we ordered 4 Chicken Tikka Masala's, 2 mild, 1 medium, and I ordered hot. They all had a good flavor, and seemed fresh. The only complaint is the scarcity of chicken in the Chicken Tikka Masala, and their Hot spice level is what I would call mild. Of course, I know everybody has different tolerances to spicy foods, and that most restaurants like to play it safe. Overall, the food was decent. My biggest issue was paying $80 for what is essentially Indian fast food. Due to the lack of Indian restaurants in the area, I'm sure we will be back.

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    Great Indian Food full of spice and flavor. Excellent Vegetarian/Vegan men!

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    Tasteless Biryanis, Uncooked Rice, Food was blend even though we ordered hot. Sour raita not worth wasting money here.

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    I have been three times and each time the food was amazing and the service was great. I have dined in once and did take out twice.

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    I eat here pretty regularly. The flavors are amazing. I can't stop getting the korma curry, it's too freaking good!

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    Ask the Community - Tarka Indian Kitchen

    Do they have buffets and how much is a person?

    No buffet, you order off the menu!

    They have order out correct with to go box?

    Yes

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    This is THE spot to eat at! I only eat halal meat, so I'm…read moredefinitely not a vegan, but I do try to limit my intake of meat and dairy. Kei was the woman who took my order, and was a ray of sunshine. My daughter and I came up and ordered and she let us know when our food was ready while we waited in the car to keep cool in the Texas sun. I wanted to get a burger but my daughter also wanted that so I decided to get something else, which was the nachos. I'm glad I did because we both tried eachothers meals and we both liked our own better (which doesn't happen much!). I didn't prefer the burger because I didn't like the texture, but I love the nachos, though! They were loaded up high, looked beautiful, and had the perfect saltiness. I didn't feel like I was missing out or anything with not having meat on it; it was jam packed with flavor! I can't wait to try more things on their menu! (Or even just those nachos again!) ((I can't upload pictures for some reason but I'll try again later))

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    A smile & love that a customer loves to see!! A sample of the Kei's Down & Dirty Rice (Large Order)
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    Flower Child

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    5.7 mi
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    Healthy dining
    Gluten-free friendly

    Healthy eating done right. Discovered this while taking a friend who needed gluten-free options…read more They have a variety of salads, bowls, wraps, and entrées I thoroughly enjoy the chicken enchiladas They were so flavorful and satisfying without making me feel stuffed on such a hot day you had to order at the counter, so there's not any table service available. Lots of places to sit. It is a little bit loud for conversation. Tables available outside for when the weather is more pleasant.

    I met a friend at this restaurant on a weekday evening and saw how spacious the dining room is much…read moreto my surprise. They have a good sized menu as well consisting of apps, salads, bowls, entrees and wraps. Of course, they are family friendly and offer kids meals too. I chose the steak entree since it comes with 2 sides of my choice as opposed to the braised beef which just comes with rice and beans....for the same price. I read they are known for their olive oil lemon cake, if there is such as things as a healthy dessert. I was very impressed with the meal and it seemed to be a pretty healthy choice at such a good price point. The steak was real slices of lean steak that actually tastes like a steak and not rubber. Fruit cup was very fresh and way better than any I've had at other restaurants lately. I wasn't a big fan of their teas, but they're gonna take some getting used to. The olive oil cake was tasty just a little smaller than I had imagined.

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    1-Star Review: Absolute Disaster - Never Returning to True (False) Food Kitchen…read more We had one of the worst dining experiences imaginable at True Food Kitchen. We ordered our food, and it simply never came. After a long wait, our Brazilian waitress kept stringing us along with repeated false updates about how soon it would be ready. She left us hanging the entire time with zero accountability. What made it even more infuriating was the staffing situation. There were visibly more servers and kitchen staff than actual customers in the restaurant. Yet somehow, nothing was getting done. We watched plates of other customers' food sitting in the pass window for over 10 minutes while seven different servers casually walked right by, letting it sit there getting stale and old. Our server in particular seemed completely disinterested in doing her job--she had zero urgency or care for our table. The cavalier, neglectful attitude from the entire team felt like a systemic problem, not just one bad shift. It was as if the restaurant's "healthy, mindful" branding was just a front for pretentious, ill-mannered service that couldn't care less about actually delivering on basics like getting food to the table. We finally flagged down the manager, who at least gave us straight information: our order would still be another 10 minutes on top of the already excessive wait. At that point, we'd had enough and left without eating. This place is a nest of neglectful incompetence. Between the false promises, indifferent staff, and total disregard for customers, we will never patronize True Food Kitchen again. Save your time and money--go somewhere that actually values service.

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    Family-owned & operated

    I have nothing to criticize here. Burritos are delicious, portions are generous, sides are awesome,…read moreaguas frescas are refreshing, employees are nice, online ordering is easy, and the drive-thru is convenient! Highly recommend their California Burrito (steak, fries, guac) and Surf 'N Turf (steak, garlic shrimp, garlic rice). I normally don't eat much steak/red meat, but I always cave here because of how tender and flavorful their steak is (and all of their proteins too, tbh). Definitely get a side of garlic sauce and elote, they are some of the best I've tried in Houston. - Ambiance: 5/5 - Food: 5+++/5 - Service: 5/5

    We stopped by on a Monday morning to grab a couple of burritos. The establishment is fairly small,…read morewith a few tables, a tv, and counter ordering. We were approached by a young lady who appeared to be working solo. Nevertheless, she was nice and welcoming. We ordered a bacon egg and cheese burrito, and an Al pastor burrito with rice, beans and cheese. The burritos were ginormous and unfortunately I could only eat half. Although the quantity was appealing, I personally think more attention needs to go to the quality of the ingredients. The el pastor just seemed to be of poor quality and lacked flavor. We also ordered chips and cheese which the cheese was super thick and also poor quality. Service was good despite the young lady working solo. Food quality could use some help.

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    Ome Calli Café

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    4.9
    (49 reviews)
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    Excellent Chilaquiles!! We ordered the chilaquiles with green sauce which had a spicy kick. The…read morefood was perfection! So delicious. We also ordered the sweet potato fries. They were also delicious with a perfect amount of softness and crunch in all the right places. Service was quick and friendly. The ambiance in the cafe is beautifully peaceful. The decor is culturally relevant and stunning. I will definitely be back.

    I finally tried this Latin themed coffee shop in the Grogans Village Shopping Plaza. Their coffee…read moreis roasted in house and supposedly mushroom Infused. I do not like most mushrooms and didnt know this before coming but I still liked the coffee, as it seemed a little less heavy than traditional coffee for some reason. They have a decent food selection consisting of pastries and house-made latin/american dishes ranging from homemade chips and guacamole to Chilequiles. Note that all food is either vegetarian or vegan. The theme of the place is artisenal Latin/Mexican. If you dine in, you will receive your cold drink in a tall ceramic mug/cup most likely in an Aztec/Mexican style, while the hot drinks will be served in a mug and the food is served on festive plates. They play light Latin music in the background. They don't really advertise their syrups if you come in for an iced latte like me, but basically any of their artisanal coffees can be made iced or cold and you can choose from any of those ingredients/syrups in those choices to flavor your own custom latte. I also added a slice of banana bread from the pastry case adjacent to the register. The alchemist - a pretty light tasting latte with obvious notes of cinnamon. I liked it. Banana bread - more like a triple slice of bread. Its gluten free and very dense. A little on the dry side, obviously. Overall, I can see why they're highly rated. A must visit if you want to try some of the best coffee woodlands has to offer.

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