The Monk's

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2 years ago

Loved all the food here!! I was halfway expecting to not like some dishes or that they would have similar tastes to one another but no! Each dish had its own unique flavor. You park in the back and enter from there even though you see it from the street. Service was a little slow. Our food came out at different times and not all together. The lamb dish came out an hour after we ordered and after we had ate everything else. We thought they forgot about it. Luckily we ate family style and not individually. We had our lamb packed to go. The establishment was freezing inside. We asked about the heat and they said it's on 70. I mean the place is covered in huge windows with nothing covering them so maybe that had something to do with it but it was freezing and I kept my coat on the whole time. This made it uncomfortable. The szechuan hakka noodles were my fav and had this smoky/grilled flavor. The green dish had a chutney flavor. We got chicken manchurian momos which were good. The sweet ginger garlic sauce in the orange dish was good and not so sweet like it sounded in the description. Every dishes sauce was so flavorful. Can't go wrong here. Will def be back. read more

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Jeff K.

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3 years ago

If you want some Asian fusion this is the place! I think their service is almost better than the food! read more

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Kate S.

2 years ago

So many menu choices! They were very helpful with special dietary requests. We will definitely be back! read more

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Amanda B.

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2 years ago

I feel like The Monk's is one of the biggest hidden gems around! We tried several dishes, and everything was excellent. My husband and I love Indian food and have been to some of the top spots in London and India, and this is right up there. The spicy masala noodles, chicken vindaloo, Monk fries, chicken tandoori, and even the kids' side of fried rice were all seasoned and flavored to perfection. There aren't many Chindian places around (if any others?) and The Monk's is definitely top tier. read more

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Lipsi M.

1 year ago

Dumplings had raw chicken and they did nothing to compensate for it. They just took the dish away. Thankfully my family didn't get sick.

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Nathan P.

2 years ago

The food was family style, so one serving of noodles is plenty for 2-3 people. The restaurant was absolutely spotless and music was at the perfect level for conversation. All round great spot read more

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Prity K.

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3 years ago

My family gets takeaway from this place and it's pretty decent. Yesterday we went for the lunch buffet. We were a bit disappointed. Food was mediocre and they were slow to refill the empty platters. I requested naan and didn't get it till the end of my meal. The mini samosas were good. Many of the curries were devoid of meat or paneer. The replenishing was pretty slow. It felt like the kitchen was backed up. The staff was attentive and courteous. Place was clean and bright. Restroom was clean and smelled fresh. This place has immense potential. Hope they are able to streamline and d better. read more

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John M.

2 years ago

Fantastic Indian food. Excellent service. Clean. Huge portions. Street Noodles and Vilandoo was outstanding. The way they do their Pakora was so good - mixed veg cakes fried. So smart. We have marked this as a regular place. read more

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Marina B.

1 year ago

The worst restaurant I ever ate. 1. we waited to be sitting because it's only one person who is taking orders for customers in restaurant and calling for orders. He just lifted finger to customer while answering the phone. 2. glasses for water were dirty, the bottle with water was dirty. no knife. 3. Very limiting with dishes. 3. The food was ok. in my opinion they overcharged for the food service and appearance of restaurant. read more

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Bhajahari M.

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2 years ago

This was my second visit, and despite being marketed as a fusion restaurant, it feels more like a typical South Indian establishment. The dishes are extremely spicy--so much so that you'll need to dilute them with water or yogurt. Most items seemed to share the same base gravy, so the flavors were very similar; for example, both the chicken and paneer tasted almost identical. The food lacked depth and was just overwhelmingly spicy. The service was adequate but nothing special, and the ambiance was decent, though it was quite crowded. Don't be fooled by the "fusion" label. I wouldn't recommend it unless you can handle extremely high levels of spice and chili. read more

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Osmond S.

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3 years ago

THANK YOU for finally bringing an Indo-Chinese restaurant (and cuisine) to Indy/Carmel! Hands down my favorite cuisine and Monk's does it justice. Great spice levels too. For those unfamiliar with Indo-Chinese cuisine, I'd recommend trying it here. As good as what you'd get in Chicago and NYC. read more

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Myungho K.

3 years ago

The food is bland. Lacks flavor However, the interior is clean and friendly staff. Won't be going back when im craving decent indian food. read more

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Ralph B.

3 years ago

Eaten here a few times always been good. Dine In and Carryout both have been positive experiences. Friendly Staff an Great Food Two of my favorites are Tandoori Chicken Momos An their Bone In Goat Fry Biryani read more

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Sigrid W.

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3 years ago

Looks rather unassuming from th outside, kinda strip mall like. However, once you enter, you will find a rather elegant establishment with ambiance. The service here is great, friendly and efficient. And ou r waiter was nice enough to alert us that the tip was alreay added since we had a party of more than 6. Honesty goes a long way with me. The food options are incredible here. A million things to choose from. Every single thing we ordered was tasty. A few of us had ordered some noodle dishes. These come with a ketchup like sauce and we almost dismissed it as such. I had to try it though and once you put that on the noodles, it changes the dish completely, amazing and much better than we thought it would be. And the hot tea here is fabulous, kind of chai, nice spices, simply delicious. A word to the wise, while all the dishes are great, they seem to be on the spicy side, so you may want to refrain from ordering up. read more

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Arunima R.

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3 years ago

Glad to have an indo-chinese themed restaurant near us finally! We dined in on a Sunday night and they were moderately busy. The tables are well spaced and decor is quiet enough for couples. For appetizer we ordered the Samosa and momo - The momos fillings were just okay and the samosa crust wasn't very flaky. The samosa filling was tasty though. Kids ordered a mango lassi and they seemed to love it. My youngest ordered the kids noodle and paneer Manchurian. She liked her noodles and I tasted her paneer Manchurian and it was good. She also loved her veg spring roll. For dinner between the 3 of us, we shared the street style and Wok tossed noodles. They both were very good, but my favorite would be street style. We also had the chili chicken with gravy and green chili chicken with gravy. The chili chicken was finger licking good and I am glad we had leftovers. The sauce for green chili gravy was very good(and we ordered it spicy), however the chicken didn't seem to carry the same flavors. It almost felt like fried chicken were added as an afterthought to the gravy instead of it being marinaded and cooked with same flavors. We also took couple of pastries to go, and shared some gulab jamuns. Everyone enjoyed their gulab jamuns and the pastries were very good as well. Since we were excited to try out various options, we over ordered and had plenty of leftovers that reheated well. Service was every good and food came out at a very reasonable pace. The servers were also very attentive and open to feedback. We will be headed there for a buffet sometime. I hope they keep getting better and become a permanent fixture here. read more

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Scott M.

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3 years ago

We were able to get in and out quickly, while still scratching the itch for some Indian food with this buffet. There were a nice mix of offerings and fresh garlic naan. We'd like to give it another try when we have more time. read more

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Carolyn W.

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We finally made it The Monks. We were too late for the lunch buffet (ends at 2:00). Service here is excellent. Great recommendations (darbar or ghee appetizer?) We ordered spice level of medium. The accumulated heat was perfect. read more

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Sokly B.

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3 years ago

We had the buffet and it was delicious I would come again and make sure I skipped breakfast so I can eat more. I was surprised that one of my favorite dishes here is the lentil dish. I'm not sure what's in it, but it was yummy. read more

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Aimee S.

3 years ago

Absolutely GENIUS! I could eat there every day! The tikka potstickers. Amazing. Service is great as well. 5stars!!! read more

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Andria Z.

2 years ago

Food was excellent however...the service was terrible. Missing utensils/napkins, missing items we ordered, incorrect tabs. Servers don't have server skills and barely speak English. They're unable to describe a dish other than impatiently reiterating the name of the sauce as if you're supposed to know the general flavor of it. It's like being in a foreign country so if you like that and up for an adventure, this place is for you. I'll go back but will research the dishes so I know what I'm ordering. The chicken lollipops were to die for! And cheap wine by the glass! read more

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Chris S.

2 years ago

Great variety of food and flavors with excellent service. We've been there multiple times and they are consistent.

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Gigi G.

3 years ago

3 is a gift, considering buffet food was cold. We were so disappointed! The samosas were disappointing, and our server didn't care. He said food should be room temp, Sternos weren't lot read more

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Steven G.

3 years ago

Wow! What a surprise! The flavors and spice are spot on! Fast carry out and the portions are large and shareable! Must try in Carmel. read more

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Jerri S.

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2 years ago

It's difficult getting an old man to try something different. We finally cajoled him into it................and we will definitely be repeat customers for your $13.99 buffet. Thank you for coming to Carmel!! read more

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Megha A.

3 years ago

Definitely a must try place for indo Chinese. Have been craving for a good indo Chinese place and this one surprised us. The vibe, the service, the food everything was on point.our favorites were the soya chaap masala, Chinese bhel and street style noodles. The maggi spring roll was exactly as expected and was amazing too. This will be our new to go place for sure! P.S: should try the gulaab jaamun and rabri! read more

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Lauren A.

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3 years ago

Sad to say that my dining experience was sub-par. I don't know if this restaurant is a re-branding launch of what was once here before, but I liked the last place a lot better. I got a stomach ache after eating here. The customer service was horrible, nobody checked on us, And when they did they made us feel stupid about the confusing ordering experience, How each table has a QR Code You can scan to order through your phone. Except that menu doesn't match the menu you get when you first are seated. I watched the waiters check on the same 2 tables on the end of the room divider multiple times, And almost pretending to work the room while not actually doing so. Very interesting because they seem to have a lot of staff. nobody really wanted to check on my table... So if that is the case that they need to fix the obline order app to match the menu exactly in restaurant Personally, the way that this restaurant sets their tables grosses me out. Each table is preset so dishes might collect dust as people walk through to their seats. So when I was seated, I noticed that my water glass wasn't totally clean with smudges around the rim. The appetizer was amazing - especially the pani puri corn fritter. Everything else was downhill after this dish. I would really like to see this restaurant Give it another go after a few months of this launch. I might try their lunch buffet one more time before completely giving up. read more

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Denice B.

3 years ago

Chicken momos: 8.7/10 Smelled sooo good. Filling was not super special but the dumpling wrapper itself was insanely flavorful. Paneer tikka masala: 9/10 Delicious! Excessive with the cilantro which I'm not a fan of but otherwise this was fantastic Manchurian noodles: 3/10 These were not it for me. Flavor was okay, but it was overall quite wet and texturally monochromatic. Mango lassi: 10/10 sweet creamy tangy perfect! Garlic naan: 9.4/10 buttery garlicky goodness. You need it! It was confusing at first because they have QR codes on the tables that say you can order and pay on your phone, but they do have waiter service during dinner. Would be interested in coming back for the lunch buffet. read more

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Jim M.

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3 years ago

Great place! I was seated quickly, and handed a menu. I'm not sure what Lauren down below this review was so confused about- I looked at the menu, asked for suggestions, then ordered what my attentive server recommended- and, in an odd twist of fate, what i ordered wasn't on the menu- it was a KILLER special- a whole fish served tandoori style. I didn't feel compelled to use the bar code to scan the menu, then become hysterical when it didn't match the hard copy- I just ordered like a normal human. The fish was really flavorful and light. Since my dude steered me so right on the fish, I let him pick dessert. That round ball in the middle of that syrup, kinda like an Indian version of pancakes, super sweet, was unbelievable. I'll be back again. By the way, my stomach felt fine after eating here and mean people suck. read more

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Gabrielle N.

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2 years ago

The food here is very good and full of flavor. The serving sizes are large and we had lots of leftovers to take home that were good the next day. There was lots of seating inside and the service was quick. You definitely have to try the fries if you try Monk's. I was hesitant to try them at first but ended up loving them! read more

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April K.

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3 years ago

Oh this place was sooo good. Everything from the food to the service, it was great. I recommend the hot and sour soup, it was the best I've had. read more

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Rachana P.

2 years ago

Food was amazing. We aren't from Indy and wished this restaurant was in our hometown so we could frequent it! We had the Gully chicken and chicken momos. Both hit the spot for our Indian palates. read more

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Paula C.

3 years ago

I am so happy to have found this wonderful restaurant. I have high expectations coming from Chicago and the infamous Divon Ave. And The Monk exceeded my expectations!! The waiter was wonderful at recommending most delishes dinner starting with a soup I have never tried and will now crave " Cilantro Lemon" , this dish was followed by The best Naan I have ever tried "Peshawari Naan" and for the mane course a beautifully prepared Lamb Shank!! I can't wait to come back! Thank you for your service and amazing experience! read more

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Riley H.

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3 years ago

Wow! We aren't super adventurous, but decided to try something new. The food was absolutely phenomenal. We got takeout and it was fresh and hot- I can only imagine it's even better in the restaurant! So much flavor. I originally hadn't ordered a dessert but after seeing the homemade (!!) pastries, I couldn't resist. My husband said that we're adding The Monks to our restaurant rotation! read more

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Richard S.

3 years ago

Perhaps the best Indian food I've had in the Indianapolis area! I had the Chicken Saag and the spices were just amazing. The garlic naan was also perfectly prepared and absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend! read more

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Maria R.

2 years ago

This is our 3rd visit to The Monks and it was just as DELICIOUS. We ordered goat Chettinad ( goat braised in flavorful curry and exotic spices) the stew was so deliciously rich and spicy. We also had the tandoori chicken momos- yum! High praises and compliments to the chef(s)! Chettinad is not a dish I often see on an Indian menu. So happy and excited we tried it. read more

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13080 Grand Blvd
Ste 150
Carmel, IN 46032
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(317) 564-8266
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Hours

What time does The Monk's open?

The Monk's opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Monk's close?

The Monk's closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.The Monk's closes at 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.The Monk's closes at 9:30 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:30 PMSun 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM

Payment methods

Does The Monk's take credit cards?

Yes, The Monk's takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Monk's have catering options?

Yes, The Monk's does have catering options.

Does The Monk's serve alcohol?

Yes, The Monk's serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does The Monk's allow dogs?

Yes, The Monk's allows dogs.

Does The Monk's have TVs?

Yes, The Monk's has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Monk's have bike parking?

Yes, The Monk's has bike parking.

Does The Monk's have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Monk's has outdoor seating options.

Does The Monk's have parking?

Yes, The Monk's has parking options. Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is The Monk's wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Monk's is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Monk's have free WiFi?

Yes, The Monk's has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

In this world, the one thing that binds people through time is the love of their food. Hundreds of aromatic herbs, thousands of exotic ingredients and sauces, millions of flavors are steamed, tossed, stirred and fried in the legendary kitchen of “The Monk’s”. Our chefs at The Monk’s excel at preparing authentic dishes that delight the taste buds. Our chefs are known to braise, blend, toss, temper and stir up signature delicacies inspired from many regions of the world! Experience the first hand magic that our chefs create which is no shorter than any work of art! Authenticity : Our chefs take pride in creating the most authentic dishes that take you down the memory lane and leave you with a refreshing experience. We constantly strive to innovate and create magic on your plate. People Matter : Our utmost importance is given to our customers as well as our employees. We endeavor to provide outstanding experience and make everyone feel special. Ingredients : We source the best of the ingredients from the most reputable vendors, and sometimes directly from that region of the globe where it is most typically found. Our chefs are very particular about adding the right ingredients to maintain the authenticity of our items. At all our restaurants, our mantra is to remain honest to the basic essence of the recipe, yet create an innovative meal that makes you fall in love over and over again!

History

Established in 2023.

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When is lunch buffet available? Pricing?

Buffet served Mon - Fri 11:00 - 3:30 for $14.00. Regular menu available also.

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We went after the Japan SpringFest after seeing their vendor pop up having an enormous line at the…read moreevent! We figured, if the lines are that long, we should try the restaurant! Seems we weren't the only ones with that idea as the restaurant was packed to the brim! After a 40min wait, we were seated within view of the kitchen, which I enjoy. Everything we got was absolutely delicious. The ramen noodles are perfectly springy and chewy, the takoyaki were full of meat and flavor, and the curry rice was rich and savory!! The only thing not enjoyable was the bao bun, just because it was 90% fat and no flavor. The wait for everything from our server was long each time, but I'm sure it was due to the event causing chaos and keeping them constantly at max capacity. I'd absolutely love to come back and try more of their ramen dishes.

Pros: Chewy noodles!…read moreLow sodium broth available So many ramen options and they did jammy eggs well Beautiful interior space Cons: Small portions Low sodium broth is still pretty salty Pro tip: This restaurant is actually part of a chain so look for these around the US

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Entrance

Garden Table

4.2(168 reviews)

1.2 mi

Delicious food - good service. Loved eating outside, right at the side of the trail. I have been…read moreback and would go back again. I got a grilled fried egg sandwich with cheese on sourdough-and loved it so much. I went back a couple of days later to get another one and would go back tomorrow if I could. As soon as I can be, I'm there. next time I will take a picture.

I wish you could give half stars. If so I would give it 3.5. The interior is very nice. We sat in a…read morecovered patio which was fine but very noisy and it was hard to hear. I had a Hugo spritzer and it was excellent. Our hostess was great and came over a couple of times to make sure we had everything we needed. I ordered the salmon toast. It looked very pretty when delivered with sprouts and radish slices on top.There was a lot of shredded salmon and there a was a very thin layer of cream cheese and some capers. It was good but it was very dry. Perhaps some avocado would have helped. You do have the option of a poached egg on top for $3 but I did not get that and perhaps that is why it seemed so dry. My daughter ordered the salmon hash with a poached egg and said she loved hers. Service was excellent and we definitely appreciated the hostess.

Indoor tables

Chilaquiles!

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Ladies who brunch

Nyla's Restaurant

4.5(105 reviews)

4.5 mi

•$$$

Oh my goodness, we absolutely love Nylas. This has become our go to special date night spot when we…read moredon't want to head downtown but still want something that feels elevated and special. The service is always impeccable and the atmosphere is so cozy and inviting. It just feels like a place you can settle into and actually enjoy your night together without any rush. The food is truly out of this world. I hate mushrooms with a passion, but their mushroom bisque is probably one of the best soups I have ever had. I never thought I would say that about anything with mushrooms in it. The steak served on the hot plate is also such a great touch and makes the whole experience feel even more special. And the not so famous yet chocolate cake absolutely should be, because it is divine. We always leave happy and already talking about when we can come back. We also love the Italian house they own right next door, which is another great option when we are in the mood for something different. If you are looking for a perfect date night spot that feels cozy, thoughtful, and consistently delicious, Nylas is it. We never regret going.

It's August of 2026 and the whole area around here appears to be under construction, which means…read morethere's no parking within walking distance other than the $12 valet (Gratuity not included per the sign). They were very nice, sitting us quickly after our arrival for our reservation while there were people waiting. We then sat for 20 minutes before anyone asked us if we'd been helped yet. This was as the large group to one side of us, and others, saw their server 3 or 4 times. Since we had plenty of time to read the menus we put in drinks (Rosy Cheek & Old Fashioned) and an app (zucchini fries) as well as our entrees (salmon and pork belly, both with the wedge) The drinks were good! The old fashioned was slightly smaller than I'd want for $15 but it's Westfield. The zucchini fries were ok, the breading lacked flavor and we were charged $1 for an extra 1/2 ounce of aioli. The salmon had a spicier seasoning on it than we expected, but the orzo didn't have much? The pork belly was good, maybe a little more sauce than you'd expect but the sticky rice helped get most of it sopped up. In the end, it's not somewhere we'll come back. But the quality of food was good, just maybe it wasn't their night.

Upstairs interior

Mushroom Burgundy Chicken - Outstanding!

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Old Fashioned

Le Peep

3.8(60 reviews)

1.3 mi

Best vanilla mocha I have ever had I also ordered the French toast sticks which came with caramel…read moreand strawberry sauces to dip in. Everything very fresh, so good. One of the best brunch places I've been to. I do recommend securing a reservation! They are busyyyy! They also have a self-serving coffee station which is pretty cool if there's a wait before sitting!

The Peep goes now by Maple. Went there after a while. And it's a big disappointment!…read more The fork I got was dirty. Then the food came. Food is what a Denny's would serve. Cheap ingredients, undercooked hash browns that are floating in grease. Probably will have an artery clogged after that. The food is tasteless and greasy. The caffe latte is just flat coffee with milk. Might as well go to Starbucks who will give you a better quality coffee. It's Denny's food for the price of a Cafe Patachou. Cheap food for expensive prices. I wish I stayed home and made breakfast myself. Also my bill was wrong by $4!!! They rang our breakfast items more expensive than it was!

Small French Toast

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Pho Real

4.1(294 reviews)

3.4 mi

Since moving to Carmel, we have been looking for a new go-to pho spot. We were very pleased with…read morePho Real! This is probably the CLEANEST pho restaurant we have ever been to, including the bathroom. We were shocked (in a good way) to say the least lol. The broth was so yummy, aromatic, and flavorful. It wasn't as heavy as our last go-to pho place which I liked. The utensils were all cleaned properly, and the portions were generous and fairly priced. I liked that there was a substantial amount of noodles and meat. We both usually finish our pho but we still had a good amount of broth left over at the end. Service was friendly, quick, and efficient. Also, I never drink water from pho places because for some reason it usually tastes like the pipes haha but my boyfriend said his water tasted salty which was peculiar. I didn't have a sip myself, but hopefully this is just a one time thing and not a regular occurrence. We will definitely be back in the future!

Literally had not visited since my first visit. I was confused at the good reviews I read. But not…read moreanymore. This place is solid. Our lone server was efficient. It wasn't busy cause it was an odd time of day, thank goodness. I had the tom yum which was delicious. It was creamier than other versions I have had. The basil Chicken was on the verge of too salty but one of those dishes that grows on you and I was almost lapping it up at the end. Veggies were crisp. Chicken wasn't too dry. Overall good experience. I'll be back.

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Bani mi Tofu

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The warm/hot boba tea that separated and congealed after 5 minutes of having it.

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Evan R.

176

452

2 years ago

Monk's Fusion Cuisine is a hidden gem, especially if you're looking for a fantastic weekday lunch spot. Their lunch buffet is not only reasonably priced but also packed with a variety of delicious, authentic options like Tikka Masala, Curried Goat, and other traditional dishes that are full of flavor. What really stood out to me was the freshness of the food. The buffet was spotless, and everything tasted like it had just come out of the kitchen. If you're craving quality Indian cuisine in a quick, convenient setting, Monk's is a great spot. read more

Salwa A.

2 years ago

Our family had an exceptional dining experience at Monks Carmel! The food was delectable, with the momos being a standout favorite. They were perfectly steamed and bursting with chicken masala flavor, a true culinary delight. The restaurant's ambiance was warm and inviting, making it an ideal place for family gatherings. The service was attentive and friendly, adding to the overall pleasant experience. We highly recommend Monks Carmel for anyone looking to enjoy high-quality fusion cuisine in a cozy setting. read more

Nathan T.

3 years ago

Fantastic service and delicious food! Recently my wife was at Myeydoctor which is next door. When she came out she notice a wonderful smell and noticed it was coming from this restaurant. She told me about it and we are new to this kind of food so we gave it a try and WOW, the food was so delicious and the staff was so friendly and attentive. The whole experience was awesome! Be adventurous and try something new like we did! Thank you Great job Monk's!!! Keep up the good work. read more

Max A.

4 months ago

This is one of my favorite restaurants, I come here at least twice a month. Today, I finally decided to leave a review with a special shoutout to Nag, he was my server today and provided excellent service, which I've come to expect from this place. Also my Chicken Saag was perfect as always. read more

Sylvia C.

3 years ago

Excellent food. Must have butter masala. Great courteous service too. Will be here again.

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