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    Turmeric Indian Cuisine

    4.2 (63 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    Butter Masala w/ Shrimp
    Victor H.

    In the mood for Indian eats, YELP brought me here. We decided on takeout and ordered the following items: Butter Masala w/ Shrimp (7/10) Garlic Saag w/ Paneer (9/10) Cocktail Samosas (9/10) Chicken Biryani (9/10) Garlic Naan (7/10) Mango Lassi (10/10) Originally, we wanted lamb for the butter masala but they called us after we put in our order to inform they were sold out. So we switched to shrimp on it. The masala has a tomatoey flavor but lacks the heavy spices that I was expecting; it still is tasty and I would order it again but with another protein. The naan had some garlic flavor but was a bit cold after unwrapping it; probably need to heat it up next time. The rest of the dishes were pretty solid with the somosas and biryani being our favorites. The saag w/ paneer was tasty and thick. The rice that comes with the curries have spices and herbs mixed in which add to the flavor. Finally, the mango lassi is a delightful beverage/dessert. My girlfriend loved it to the last drop. I'm glad there's another indian option in the area that is perfect for take-out. We look forward to trying other items such as the korma and (hopefully) lamb curries.

    Chili Paneer
    Mike F.

    Great fast casual Indian restaurant! Their chili paneer and garlic naan is FRESH and was still soft days after we ate. Probably my top place amongst Tarka and Masala Wok.

    Aurelia L.

    I yearn for the paneer tikka tacos. This place would have been better if they had actual cutlery though. But food wise, it was great.

    Potato and Peas Samosa
    Jamila H.

    Want my money back but they're a community restaurant so I'm letting the lack of customer service slide. I tried the Green Karahi and it's so spicy I can't even eat it. The host said nothing about it being spicy or if I can select a level of spice. Happy to just go back to Tikka Masala with Basmati Rice.

    Clockwise: saag paneer (WOW), chicken 65 (yum), chicken korma (WOW), butter chicken (yum)
    Shelby L.

    I am SO incredibly happy to have good Indian food in the area! Everything was really delicious. We got chicken 65, korma chicken, butter chicken, saag paneer, and garlic naan. It was all pretty bomb, but the korma and saag were true standouts. I can't not mention how tasty the chicken 65 also was, and while I personally prefer a little fluffier naan, it was deliciously garlicky. I was initially put off because they quoted 15-20 minutes for to go and then it took 55 minutes, but the food was absolutely stellar. I'll be giving them a lot of my money.

    SD M.

    As many of my friends know, I have a deep love for Indian food, and during a recent visit to see a good friend in Houston, she treated me to a fantastic late lunch at this nice restaurant. The warm and inviting atmosphere, paired with the cleanliness of the space, immediately set a positive tone for the meal. The service was equally impressive the lady who assisted us was so friendly and attentive, which added a personal touch to the experience. The food? Simply outstanding! This place has officially won me over, and I'll definitely be returning on my next trip to Houston. If you love Indian food, this spot is a must-visit! Highly recommended!

    Chicken Tika Masala Decided to finally try some Indian food and it was absolutely delicious!   Have been in 3-4 times now
    Leslie M.

    Have also tried their garlic naan and was all delicious! Will keep coming back! Love that it's only a walk away from my complex.

    Samosa, Peshaqari naan, paneer tikka masala and mango lassi
    Van N.

    This is strictly for their food and take out. Samosa: good, I've had better but will order again Paneer tikka masala: the paneer was soft and tender. Theres thick onion pieces packed with flavors Rice ( included): not your plain rice, its spiced and delicious Peshawari naan: mildly sweet and went perfect with the curry. I'm pleasantly surprised. The bar was not very high tbh for casual indian food. But it definitely changed my mind. We finished all of the food and I will definitely be back.

    Garlic Naan Tikka Masala
    Sally O.

    Food was very good but very rich. Restaurant and bathrooms were not particularly clean.. think empty tables with food and sauce on them. All staff was very kind.

    Chettinadu Pepper Masala, Jeera rice, and Masala Chai-- DELICIOUS!!

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    What amazing food. I was surprised give the fast food appearance. Perhaps the best tikka masala I've ever had.

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    The food, service and ambience were great. Especially enjoyed the Malai Kebab and Lamb Korma.

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    The ambience is decent and good isn't bad. However the service is very slow and more like not caring about the customer

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    The food here is great!!! We ordered chicken tikka masala, chicken tikka and chicken biryanni and all exceeded expectation.

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    Da Gama

    Da Gama

    4.0(422 reviews)
    0.8 miThe Heights
    $$

    De Gama took me by surprise! I came here on a girl's dinner, and it's one of those foodie places in…read moreMKT that are kind of tucked away, but wow. What a hidden gem! Our waitress was so kind as to go through the menu with us multiple times when we had questions, and she had such great recommendations. To start off, I ordered the banananeira, which was not what I was expecting at all but still really tasty. I expected a sweet drink, like a banana pudding type drink, but it was instead a bit more tart as if it were a green-yellow banana (maybe also a little more tart from the lime and pineapple?). Whatever it was - it was actually really good and refreshing. For my second drink I also got the Goan Sunset. Also delicious, and arguably my favorite. I think more people would like the Goan Sunset as it's more refreshing and fruity, but I did enjoy both of my drinks. For food, we started off with the samosas and empanadas de carne. I really liked both, but I actually really enjoyed having the empanadas with the sauce that came with the samosas. The apple chutney that came with the empanadas was a bit too sweet for me, but I'm really not a fan of sweet sauces with my savory food though. I usually prefer more tangy/spicy sauces if anything, so that could just be personal preference. We also ordered the Goan fish curry, the lamb kebabs, the naan, and the pao buns. Both the fish curry and the lamb kebabs were SO good. I'm not the biggest fan of lamb usually, but those kebabs were great. I personally really liked the pao buns, but my friend liked the naan better to have with the food. (The pao buns are a little sweeter, but man I actually really liked them with the fish curry!) Honestly, the food was so good we couldn't resist dessert. We ordered the sticky date cake and man it was so delicious. I was really craving more caramel sauce on the cake though, but still great. Would come back here again!

    I really like this place for the vibe and the creativity. I recommend their pani puri and the pao…read morebuns for appetizers. It's a pretty good fusion of Indian and Portuguese cuisines. For the main, I got their lamb curry before and this time I tried steak and fish. I prefer the lamb/ anything Indian over the woodfire ones just because it's way more unique Cocktail wise I wasn't surprised. I think it'll be good to try their wine instead

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    Da Gama - Beautiful interior as you walk through the intricate wooden door

    Beautiful interior as you walk through the intricate wooden door

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    Kulcha (V)

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    Tarka Indian Kitchen

    Tarka Indian Kitchen

    3.9(706 reviews)
    2.2 miThe Heights
    $$

    Tried out Tarka Indian Kitchen recently and honestly... I'm a little confused…read more The service was friendly, the place was clean, and the food came out much faster than expected. We picked up our order about 3-4 minutes after getting the "ready" text and it was still before the estimated pickup time, but the food honestly wasn't that warm which is wild because everytime I pick up Indian food from any place even if I am a bit late it is piping hot or pretty hot. I don't think they even have a heat lamp or have the AC on too high. The smell of garlic when we walked in had me excited, but unfortunately the garlic naan ended up being the best part of the meal. We ordered medium spice since we were sharing with a younger family member who likes spice but doesn't want to sweat through dinner like we do. What we didn't expect was how sweet everything would be. The tikka masala tasted like sweet yogurt with a little garam masala for color. The chicken vindaloo was even more confusing. Vindaloo is usually tangy and vinegary, but this one was also sweet. It honestly tasted more like sweet tomato sauce than anything resembling a vindaloo. Nothing tasted bad in a spoiled sense, it was just very Americanized and very very sweet. The two stars are for three things: the clean location, the fast friendly service, and the garlic naan. If you have a very mild palate or prefer sweet food, you might enjoy this place. But if you're hoping for bold, tangy, flavorful Indian food, this probably won't be it.

    Coconut curry - bomb! I love that you can select your own…read morespice level (since I can't really handle any spice!). And you can select your protein. Staff is super friendly and will help if you're not sure what to get. You THINK the serving is small, but it's so hefty that I couldn't even finish mine! Would recommend checking out if you love curry and/or Indian food.

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    Tarka Indian Kitchen - Clean even after lunch rush

    Clean even after lunch rush

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    Cowboys & Indians Cuisine & Cocktails - Lamb Vindaloo

    Cowboys & Indians Cuisine & Cocktails

    3.8(623 reviews)
    0.3 miWashington Corridor, Rice Military, The Heights
    $$

    It was a much more casual atmosphere than I anticipated, but great regardless. You order at the…read morebar, and the food is brought out to you. Portions are a great size and both items we order were delicious-chicken fried chicken and curry flight. Even though we ordered mild spice, it was a little spicy for me. My favorite was the lamb that was part of the curry flight. I will definitely go back to try some of the other items. Highly recommend!

    This restaurant is located in the heights and surprisingly have plenty of parking as it is its own…read morebuilding. There are plenty of seating as well as a full bar. The drinks and small plates are self-serve, so you get that yourself. As for the service, it was OK. They were very kind but only one person was working, so they kept forgetting a lot of stuff. For example, we didn't have napkins for a while and we got regular naan when we ordered mozzarella naan (which was meh). I recommend just getting their garlic naan. Tastes the best. We got the curry flight with butter chicken, vindaloo, and saag. They all tasted good but was missing that buttery "umph". I wish the vindaloo was less gamey tasting and spicier. The rice that came with it was a bit dry too. We also ordered masala fries which I did enjoy. I liked the beans on it! And it wasn't soggy. Would love to come back and try their other dishes.

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    Korma Deviled Eggs

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    The Monk's- Heights - Shrimp Biryani

    The Monk's- Heights

    4.1(149 reviews)
    0.8 miWashington Corridor, The Heights

    Monk's has officially become our Houston tradition. We drive in from San Antonio, and this is a…read morenon-negotiable stop for us every single time. Honestly, every dish we've ever tried here has been fantastic--it hits exactly the right spots. The Flavor Profile: A quick heads-up for those seeking "authentic" traditional Chinese--this isn't it. This is the Indianized version of Chinese food (Indo-Chinese), so prepare for bold spices and a serious kick. If you grew up loving those specific flavors, Monk's is the gold standard. The Verdict: The heat is on point, the portions are great, and the flavors are nostalgic and bold. It's the kind of meal we look forward to all the way down I-10. Truly a gem for anyone who appreciates the spicy, savory fusion of Desi Chinese!

    Where spices, spice…read more Service: 5/5 Quick and friendly. Ambiance: 4/5 When I looked up the restaurant, I didn't realize it was only for takeout. I walked in and the spices were spicing so much so that I started sneezing. I asked if maybe the dining area was through some door, but no there is no dine in. It's a small space with a register and seats to wait for your order or you can wait in your car. Food: 4/5 Chicken Tikka Masala it was creamy and velvety, I'm not a big fan of tomato but know is a core part of it, which I did distinguish the taste in this order that I haven't usually tasted in others. The garlic naan had good flavor however it was a bit tough and crunchy when biting into it. Which wasn't my favorite, but got the job done to dip into the sauce.

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    The Monk's- Heights - Goat biryani

    Goat biryani

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    Musaafer - Mishti Doi

    Musaafer

    4.3(1k reviews)
    4.0 miGalleria/Uptown

    This was my second time at Musaafr, and it honestly reinforced why I wanted to come back in the…read morefirst place. On my last visit, I had the Lychee Ceviche, Barrah Kebab, Mushroom Khichdi (highly recommend), Dal Musaafar (also a must-order), Laal Maas, Lamb Chop Sulfiyan Biryani, and Brussel Sprouts -- so I already had a strong impression of how layered and ambitious the menu could be coming into this meal. This time around, the experience felt even more intentional -- not just in individual dishes, but in how everything was meant to be combined. The Paani Puri was easily the most fun dish of the night. Each puri came filled with spiced potato and chickpeas, paired with a lineup of flavored waters -- Yogurt Chili, Passion Fruit, Guava, Mango, and Traditional Tamarind. We ended up tasting the waters individually first, then building our own combinations. The tamarind was smoky and nostalgic, while the guava leaned especially exotic, and the passion fruit came in as a close second with its bright tropical notes. I also tried mixing the traditional tamarind with mango, which oddly created a more Hispanic-leaning flavor profile -- sweet, tangy, and super familiar in a completely different way. The passion fruit + guava combination ended up being my favorite overall. It was so light, refreshing, and interactive that we immediately ordered another round. Mithu's Coriander Shrimp was my favorite savory dish of the night. The shrimp sat in a coconut-based curry that had this mellow, toasted depth that reminded me a lot of Vietnamese chicken curry -- warm, aromatic, and comforting without being heavy. The bread soaked up the sauce perfectly, but what really made this dish stand out was how well it paired with everything else. When combined with the Chicken Tandoori Kulcha and its butters, it genuinely elevated both dishes and created one of the best bites of the entire meal. The Chicken Tandoori Kulcha came stuffed with spiced chicken and served with Kashmiri butter and fenugreek butter. On its own, it was already a buttery flavor bomb -- rich, slightly spicy, and incredibly aromatic. The Kashmiri butter brought warmth and heat, while the fenugreek butter added a refreshing, almost yogurt-like herbal note. But the real move was layering the coriander shrimp curry onto the kulcha -- that combination balanced the spice and added depth, making the dish significantly better. The Malwani Fish Curry featured unbelievably tender sea bass -- I compared it to silken tofu, almost like the filet mignon of fish. The curry itself was coconut-based with kokum, which gave it a citrusy, slightly sour edge. While I appreciated how regional and complex it felt, it leaned a bit too citrus-forward for my personal taste when eaten alone. That said, it completely transformed when mixed with rice or the biryani -- creating this incredibly cohesive, flavorful bowl that balanced everything out. The Jackfruit Kolkota Biryani was one of the dishes I was most curious about, and it delivered in a really interesting way. The jackfruit had a texture surprisingly close to meat -- similar to chicken or pork but softer -- and absorbed the spices incredibly well. The rice itself was extremely aromatic, layered with saffron, rose, and warm spices. Like many dishes here, it really shone when combined with the fish curry or dal, which added richness to the overall dish. The Daal Musaafar continues to be one of the most reliable standouts here. It's a 72-hour slow-cooked black lentil dish that comes out incredibly creamy, buttery, and rich. This time, it felt slightly saltier and a bit less creamy than I remembered, but once mixed, it balanced out nicely. It's still one of those dishes I would come back for on its own -- comforting, indulgent, and consistently one of the best things on the menu. The Nimbu Naan was thinner than the bullet naan I had on my previous visit, but that actually worked in its favor. The lemony brightness cut through the richness of the meal and made it the perfect supporting piece for soaking up dal, curry, and biryani. It added a refreshing contrast rather than just being a filler carb. The Pour Me a Slice cocktail -- winner of Truffle Masters 2026 -- was exactly as advertised. It's a truffle fat-washed rum drink designed to taste like a margarita pizza, and somehow... it really does. The savory notes, herbs, and slight cheese element came through in a way that was bizarre but incredibly accurate. Not something I'd drink every day, but easily one of the most memorable concept cocktails I've had. Despite it being Mother's Day and the restaurant running at full capacity, our waiter, Justin (with six years of experience), curated an incredibly smooth and thoughtful experience for us. The pacing, recommendations, and overall flow of the meal never felt chaotic, which is impressive given how hectic the night was. Huge thanks to Justin for really elevating the experience.

    Beautiful decor and excellent service. A great place for a celebration or to catch up with friends…read more The food was good overall, though I wasn't particularly wowed, especially for the price. I also wish some of the dishes had more spice, but that is more of a personal preference! - Mithu's coriander shrimp: Good flavor with hearty sizes of shrimp. - Chaanp: Chargrilled lamb chops that were very tender. - Dum ki ribs: Beef short ribs that were also extremely tender and flavorful. - Malwani fish curry: I had never had sea bass in an Indian curry before, but it paired surprisingly well. The fish was very soft and delicate! - Garlic naan and Bullet naan: Both were good. Get the bullet naan if you want spice/pepper flakes. Overall, I think it's worth checking out if you are looking for an elevated dining experience!

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    Ambience

    Musaafer - Lamb Chop Sufiyani Biryani

    Lamb Chop Sufiyani Biryani

    Musaafer - A vast selection of gin and tonic style drinks.

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    A vast selection of gin and tonic style drinks.

    Pondicheri

    Pondicheri

    3.7(1.4k reviews)
    2.2 miUpper Kirby
    $$

    Came in on a Saturday evening with a reservation, seated fairly quickly…read more Dress code: casual Food 5/5: ordered their green dosa, panipuri, Texan thali and their burger. Everything was amazing. Fairly spicy but nothing too crazy. Favorite was surprisingly the burger. Ambiance 4/5: very casual, a bit loud but quirky setting Service 5/5: fantastic service, knew we had an allergy, quick, friendly and helpful Value 4/5: pretty good price for the food about what I would expect from an Indian restaurant Overall 4.5/5: great experience overall, will likely be back to try more curries. They also have a bakery attached that I was too full to try Parking: garage parking as part of the complex

    Pondicheri brings an interesting, modern spin on Indian food. They have some nice patio seating as…read morewell, so since the weather has gotten nicer, we took the opportunity to bring our dog out for dinner. The ambience is really nice, and service is good. They have a daily happy hour from 4-7, which includes some food specials. Pomegranate dal poori - 5/5, pretty basic chaat item Fish kofta - 5/5 very unique and tasty Texan thali- 4/5 - my spouse wanted both the lamb chop and butter chicken, and she got to have both with this! The lamb chop was really flavorful and delicious. Goa shrimp - 4/5 shrimp curry itself was great, but we weren't a fan of the coconut uthappam Bread pudding with ice cream- 5/5 - really tasty! A good meal and we'll definitely be back!

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    Pondicheri - Don't forget to visit the bakery upstairs.

    Don't forget to visit the bakery upstairs.

    Pondicheri - The Texan Thali. Tasty and gorgeous.

    The Texan Thali. Tasty and gorgeous.

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    Roserita has spice,and kick, and flavor.

    Govinda's Vegetarian Cuisine

    Govinda's Vegetarian Cuisine

    4.5(508 reviews)
    3.3 miOak Forest/Garden Oaks
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
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    It's been about a decade since my last review of Govinda's shortly after they first opened so it's…read morehigh time that I finally update that review after being a repeat customer over that time. Lots of things changed but Govinda's largely stayed the same. The decor hasn't changed but there is some wear and tear on the walls. Still clean, food still reliably good and has the homemade taste. They change up the menu daily and now they have 3 all vegan menu days to the week: Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Plus, weekdays have a themed specials that aren't necessarily Indian. They post their menus online but weekday menus are posted the day of on their menu Instagram "ghmenu". Weekend menus are typically posted on Thursday. They are still a buffet so service is minimal but it is pretty good but no frills. Unfortunately, they got rid of their salted lassi years ago so they only have mango lassi now along with mint lemonade for cold drinks. Price has gone up as well to around $18 (a little more for holidays and weekends) per person but that's to be expected. Carry out is $16.95 per meal (large take out container plus a soup, roti, salad, papadam, and dessert). You can opt of out of items but you'll still pay the same price. In the past decade, I still love their food but I can no longer eat as much to make it worth it to dine in so we've been getting take out (we took a brief break from buffets but I missed them so we went the take out route). One take out meal lasts me 2 meals at home so it's a no brainer (husband finishes the take out container in one sitting though). Plus, I have kids now and they definitely aren't good eaters so it didn't make sense for them to eat in. Over the last few months in Houston, we typically go once every 2-3 weeks because my picky kids absolutely love their saag paneer. I got them al a carte saag paneer ($10 for a half container, $5 for a half container of rice, $7 for a small container of an entree) until someone there suggested I just order an entree because it's the same price but you get more. And their plastic containers are limited. I started doing it but then one day, the main guy (manager?) wasn't happy since the big container was just rice, saag paneer, and maybe a little bit of dal makhani. I was a little miffed because if we ate in and all they ate was saag paneer, it would be okay. That aside, I noticed someone mentioned food allergies. The reason why I order Al a carte and segregate their take out container is because my youngest is allergic to wheat, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, avocado, pineapple, and kiwi. Their food is usually labeled but I like asking to be sure. On days they serve something that contains nuts, we just don't go (unless it's only in the dessert). My kids usually like the same things and we only go on non-vegan days. The general consensus is vegan days' food tends to be spicier. My youngest is okay with spice, but my eldest who is super picky won't eat it if it's too spicy. Plus, I love their makai kofta. If I'm in town and I see they have makai kofta, we are THERE. However, I noticed that their menu isn't always set in stone. One day, they didn't have my favorites but we went because I didn't want to cook and THEY HAD MALAI KOFTA. I was so pleased. If you love potatoes, their batada vada is divine (but moderately spicy). I also enjoy the BBQ tofu but they usually only offer it on vegan days so I haven't had it in a long while. They have special menus on holidays but they're vegan so I have unfortunately never tried any holiday menus. We moved but when I'm in town, we make sure to drive up north to eat here at least once. We absolutely miss Govinda's and my kids ask for their beloved saag paneer even when we're not in Houston. I should ask if they can part with the recipe! Haha.... We ordered catering in 2024 for my eldest's birthday! Even the non-vegetarians enjoyed it and you get a lot of food for less than $500. You choose from certain dishes but it still covered many of my Govinda favorites, if not all. Honestly, we'd do it again just for fun with close friends and family and have leftovers for at least a week after splitting it up with everyone. Price has probably increased though.

    I've been wanting to try this restaurant for a little while now and since I had training in The…read moreHeights for work. I had my opportunity to. Parking is on the opposite side of the temple. The grounds of the temple is well manicured and neat with flowers. A big red sign read, "Govinda" was positioned so that I wouldn't miss it. As soon as I walked in at lunch time, the restaurant was damn near empty with only two families. The host immediately sat me at a table front of the buffet line. There was a strong lingering smell of pine-sol and Mr. Clean in the air. Of course, that indication told me that the restaurant was clean. The items on the buffet line was plenty, but limited. I got the rice, tofu curry, chaat marsala, and some vegetables. Everything except for the chaat was bland. It wasn't very easy to eat while the smell of cleaning supplies was in the air. It reminded me of sitting in a bucket of cleaning chemicals while eating a meal. The tofu curry tasted only like turmeric, but no salt or pepper or anything. The rice was super bland. The chaat marsala was very tasty and well seasoned. I finished off with desserts which both options were tasty. I hope to return to try their holiday menu, but I think today was a bad day for the cooks.

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