Best Indian restaurant in Denver metro, hands down! I can't believe I haven't written a review…read moreyet!! The Spice Room in the Highlands is the best one too, the others are great but this one is the best. A fantastic meal with good service at a great price- hard to come by in Denver! A few dedicated parking spots in front or otherwise on the surrounding streets.. whatever it is, don't let it deter you from coming bc they won't let you down. There's ~15 tables & everything is so fresh! You're served complimentary sauces with a thin roti-like cracker, and the sauces are all so good- my favorite is the cilantro one or the tamarind sweet one.. and they all go great on your dishes. The best appetizers are the samsosa chhole chaat- it's like a deconstructed samosa with crunchy bits & sauces on top, soooo good you won't want a regular samosa again! My other favorites are Chicken 65 & the veggie pakora (fried veg nests). Those 3 alone are enough for 2 people, but if you're super hungry, the entrees won't let you down either! Chicken makhani, biryani, tandoori chicken &/or the curries are where you'll never go wrong. All in all, I suggest you prioritize this Spice Room if you're even slightly an Indian food fan! Their variety of northern & southern Indian foods along with street food dishes are phenomenal.

Not the best, very over rated…read more The Naan is soggy and bland and the Buttered Chicken taste more like tomato soup than the dish... I do not recommend especially for the price. There's many better locations around!

Our first time trying this wonderfully conceived Indian restaurant. You'll be overwhelmed with the…read moreservice provided, but you'll be more overwhelmed with the food, the atmosphere and the decor. This is the top end of Indian food in the Denver area. Even if you're not a fan of Indian food, you have to try here. Charadi was our server and she was very personable and provided excellent accommodation.

Pretty busy on a Friday night, but we got a table for 3 quickly. There are a ton of people waiting…read morefor takeout so it looks busier than it really is. Had the samosas, chicken byriani, Chana masala and palak paneer. All dishes were very good. The chicken biryani was fantastic!Chicken was nicely spiced and moist, rice extremely flavorful. Best byriani I have had outside of home made. Chana masala was also super good. Extremely flavorful. Paneer was good but me least favorite. Somosas were solid but the server neglected to bring the sauces: tamarind, raita, mint chutney and tomato onion salad. Overall, I would go back!

After a full day of visiting the zoo and the Denver Art Museum, we were hungry for dinner. Manta…read moreCafe showed up in my Yelp search and was an easy walk from the museum. Mantra Cafe refers to having "Nepali Indian Fusion Food" and their menu reflects Himalayan items and classic Indian fare. It was a Tuesday evening and there were a handful of customers dining already - mostly couples I noticed. For our party of three, this is what we ordered: * Pani-Puri $8 * Garlic Cilantro Naan $5 * Rogani Lamb $22 * Village Curry Goat $22 * Basmati Rice (complimentary) Everything was very enjoyable with great flavors and we finished it all. I really appreciated that the basmati rice was complimentary. I was definitely curious about their various Mo-Mo items but we were very full with what we got. 4.5 stars

We came in during a rush--granted with 7 people. We were the second group seated during the rush…read more We were not provided menus even though the other parties were. We patiently waited while other tables that came after us ordered. Others had gotten their food already. We followed up, but they essentially blew us off. We waited over an hour for the food to come out. The food overall was good, but instead of getting the saag dish with lamb, we were given the saag paneer. I asked to pay, and they said got that fixed on the bill. They said they included a 5% discount for the wait, but they didn't say that a 20% tip would already be added. Despite having such POOR service, we still tipped $20.00, not knowing tip had already been included. I went to let them know that they could've have said something about the tip being added. They said it wasn't their intention. And I could've reviewed the receipt but they just put the machine to me and asked me to tap without giving the option to review the bill. Thing is, this is a state govt funded work function, and by state policy, we are not allowed to tip over 20% on meals. Either way, food was good, but service was POOR POOR POOR. Again I understand the circumstances, but you could communicate better and not be so dismissive.

We have eaten here numerous times and the food always has been outstanding. We have tried many…read moreIndian restaurants in town over the years and Unique comes out on top for us. Highly recommend it. I'm

It was a delivery so I can only speak about the quality of the two items I got me about a week or…read moreso ago. At level 2 (spiciness), I could have utilized a tad bit more of the heat even though I pretty much never describe myself as a spicy food fanatic. But what do people say? 80% satisfaction is the best way when consuming food (they say so especially in the amount or quantity) so the heat part should get equally be considered, right? Yeah, that sounds about right! Had I gotten me the level 3 the heat might have overtaken the whole enjoyable experience. Saag paneer is always the safest option at any Indian restaurant (at least for me) and this Unique Indian proved so as well. The accompanying yellow rice and the additional garlic naan entertained me to the point where I was simply satisfied. Whereas it wasn't exceptional everything was simply good. What I would like to do next is actually visit the store and see for myself as to the service and the interior of the restaurant because these two elements appear to check out as well (based on other people's experiences.) All in all, it was a good first experience with this restaurant. Since this place is fairly close from my house my next occasion will probably be an in-person visit either dine in or take out. Looking forward to that for sure.

I had a really great experience here. The food was delicious, the service was friendly and…read moreattentive, and the atmosphere was comfortable and relaxing. Everything was fresh and nicely prepared, and the staff made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. I would definitely come back again and would happily recommend this place to friends and family.

Amazing food and the best service. We had the chicken…read moreKorma, veggie curry, and lamb masala. And get the garlic cauliflower

Veg Chilli Momo - 5* for the sauce, 3* for Momo Veg…read moreNoodles/Chowmein - 5* Veg Thali - 5* Masala Chai - 4* (big cup) Few pictures attached.

With the greatest of expectations, I arrived here tonight. And to keep things simple, I ordered…read moresimply: the great know-nothing-American staple, chicken tikka masala and garlic naan. This, in American - Indian restaurants is akin to ordering chicken fried steak at Cracker Barrel. Every Indian restaurant should be able to make this. Frustratingly, the naan was dry, chalky, doughey and tasted old. It wasn't fresh and hot, leading me to believe that either it is store bought or was cooked much earlier? I had to ask for butter just to moisten it some. Rice was substandard. The chicken? Well, rubbery in consistency. It required ample effort with a fork, almost making me want to ask for a knife. The sauce wasn't bad, but lacked in flavor complexity. For me, and I am truly unbiased, I'd recommend spice room on colfax over this place. Other issues dampening my experience: no free snacks to savor (crackers with the chutney) while waiting for the order. This has become customary in American - Indian places. Hot chai tea, while $3, not unreasonable, comes with no refills. I won't be back here. But the quest for new Indian venues lingers here in Denver. I blame the Denver food critics as one called a female foodie ranked this as Denver's finest Indian restaurant. It's actually Nepalese and really needs some help.

This place is our weekly go to for authentic Indian food! You can request the spice level that…read moresuits you and the flavors are amazing Definitely recommend!

Stopped in here for dinner while exploring 16th st!…read more Solid Indian restaurant! The inside decor may feel outdated to some but I like the hole in the wall/small business feel. Made me feel right at home. And the server was very attentive and answered any and all the questions we had about the food! My go tos at an Indian restaurant are typically a mango lassi, garlic naan, and a lamb Rogan Josh or lamb curry. I saw they had something I hadn't heard of before so I had to try it, the Chettinad chicken curry. I think that was my favorite! Food was seasonable perfectly (not surprised) and medium was the perfect spice level for us. Would recommend if you're downtown and looking for GOOD Indian food!

Lunch special was $16 and came with fries and a drink. It's pretty good value…read more The masala cheesesteak was interesting -- in a good way. We also had the baba ghanoush which came with really good homemade naan bread. I appreciated the service and knowing that almost everything there is made in-house.

We ordered takeout from Gaia Masala & Burger and had a mixed experience with the food. The chicken…read moretikka masala burger was definitely the highlight. It was delicious and came with well-seasoned fries and a tasty sauce. The baklava was also really yummy and a nice way to finish the meal. Unfortunately, the tofu korma was quite bland after the burger. We ordered both the burger and the korma at medium spice, but neither had much heat, so if you enjoy spicy food, you may want to request hot. The garlic naan had a nice, thin texture, but I was hoping for a stronger garlic flavor. The ambiance while we waited for our takeout was fun, with good music and a nice atmosphere. Service was friendly, although we did have to ask for utensils, so you may want to double-check that you have everything you need before leaving with your order.

Stopped here for lunch and had a great experience! It's a convenient spot near Colorado Blvd if…read moreyou're looking for quick Indian food. We ordered the chicken tikka masala, another cheesy Indian dish, garlic naan, and a fresh mango lassi. The garlic naan was delicious, and the mango lassi tasted fresh and refreshing. While the flavors were good overall, I wasn't a fan of the chicken, it had a texture that tasted like it may have been previously frozen. The service was friendly, quick, and very attentive throughout our meal. There's also a free parking lot, making it an easy place to visit. Overall, it's a great option for a casual lunch or dinner with a small group.

The food is around a 3.5 to 4, but what truly makes this place deserve 5 stars is the staff. They…read morewere attentive, friendly, and genuinely personable, keeping drinks refilled without having to ask, helping load the doggy bags, etc. The atmosphere is calm, relaxed, and inviting, making it an easy place to sit back and enjoy your meal. Great service can elevate an above average meal to stellar, and that's exactly what happened here. Shout out to our server, Bobby!!!

I've been wanting to try this spot for a while and it was the perfect quick lunch! Large portions…read moreand delicious flavors! The garlic naan was super yummy. Service was fast and friendly and considering how expensive Indian food can be, this is on the more affordable side and I have enough leftovers for another entire meal! Ambiance is cozy with booths and longer tables that could accommodate a larger group. Will be back!

This small counter-service restaurant is a franchise location among the 4 in the Denver area. They…read morehave a full menu of Indian dishes + desserts. You can either order at the counter or take the menu like I did to a booth. I got the classic Mango Lassi to start. Sweet & smooth. I ordered the Lamb Vindaloo and specified heal level 4 out of 5. It was appropriately spiced. They added a small bowl, about 1 cup of basmati rice. Portion size was just right for one person. I added the CuTo salad (diced cucumber, tomato and onion) in a light dressing + Onion Kulcha or Naan.The Lamb was fork tender with cooked chunks of potato in a spicy red sauce. The Naan was loaded with onions with crispy edges and soft inside. They have a VIP program. Quick service.