This is the best Indiana food in the triangle area. We really like Mustang House but this place is…read moresomehow even better. The spice levels are always perfect. Chicken Tikka Masala and Dal are our go-to's, and anything from their naan selections. Highly recommend.

Incredible food! We loved the vegetable momos, the pistachio chicken korma (this was sooooo good),…read morethe butter chicken and the garlic naan. Their spice levels were really approachable too. We always start low our first time at a new place. We got a 2, but could definitely go up to a 3 or 4. Service was fast, attentive and kind. The place is clean and cozy. We will be back and agreed that this will be a new go-to comfort food spot for sure!

Really solid Indian fare. Very accommodating of allergy requests, even ordered via Door Dash…read more Portions were right-sized, had a few leftovers. All in all, highly recommended

"Nepalese and Indian food in downtown Raleigh, near Marriott"…read more With a great location, this is VERY close to the Raleigh Convention Center. We arrived on a Thursday night at 6pm with a group of 5. The dining area didn't really accommodate a group that size, but they made it work by moving tables around, which was nice. The place was not very large, but there was maybe only one other family eating inside. The bathroom was clean. I split two dishes with my son-- salmon tikka masala and shrimp (prawn) saag, both coming with rice. We were given some papadum, I think, as a snack as we waited on the food, along with some spicy dips. Food came in maybe 10 minutes or so, which was great timing. However, I have to say, both dishes we tried were underwhelming. The shrimp was oddly translucent and not very flavorful in its dish, and the spinach in the saag wasn't especially tasty (though it did have a nice spiciness). The tikka masala sauce was great, but the salmon also was pretty underwhelming. We both said we'd probably just get chicken next time and not splurge the extra for the salmon. No dish was "bad", but just we expected them to be delicious and they were just OK. I'm just really surprised given how many people said this was the "best Indian" they'd had. The staff were friendly-- refilled drinks well and were good at answering questions. And the price was reasonable. Altogether, I'll give it 4 stars given the great location, good service, good price, but not 5 given the food was "just OK". Realistically, I probably wouldn't go back-- we have lots of great Indian in Durham and Chapel Hill, so I'd rather wait and get that.

We love Kabab and Curry (K&C!). Tilochan ("Tilo") is the…read moremanager and his team have always been great. We have visited many times and can recommend the lunch buffet as well as the menu entreès. We also enjoy their beer selection : ) Interior is large, comfortable and has some old school charm. We find the value and quality we require and authentic flavors from the chef : ) We would love to join a cooking class here if they ever decide to organize such a thing! K&C rocks!

I visited this restaurant for a late lunch but before dinner. The buffet was not open yet which was…read morefine, as I didn't come for that. This is a great sized place although it looks small from the outside. The waitstaff was polite and attentive. The food came out quickly and it was extremely flavorful! The lamb was tender and cooked to perfection. I do think I'll return to try the buffet in order to taste more dishes.

I've seen and heard of Amrut, but hadn't marked it on my list or visited yet. I made a reservation…read morefor Sunday after a show at Martin Marietta. It's right by Moore Square parking deck which is convenient. We were there early so no issues with searing. They also have a nice outdoor area but it was raining outside. We were given a complimentary drink shot you put in a pastry and drink. It was a little spicy with other interesting but good flavors. We got Samosas and Chili Chicken to start. Both were excellent. The garlic cheese naan was super and cheeay. The chicken had good spice and the Samosas were fresh with mint and Tamarind chutney. We got Chicken Vindaloo extra spicey and the lamb Biryani. Both were spicy with great flavor and my Biryani had fabulous aromas. Everything was delicious and the service fantastic. Great experience.

They offer big reservations online but can make reservations for bigger groups if you call them!…read moreThey had an automatic gratuity added to our party of 10-15ish. Service was a little slow but they gave us the upstairs loft to ourselves and we had a great experience. The butter chicken, saag, and naan were all great quality!

This is a comfy Indian restaurant with delicious food! The momos are very flavorful and juicy and…read moreit comes with a nice sauce. It came out pretty quickly. Our entrees took longer, probably 20 minutes but it was worth it. The naan was the perfect balance of crispiness and softness and it had a good amount of garlic. I loved it with the butter chicken. We also ordered the mango jalfezie which was the first time I tried this dish and I like it! The prices weren't bad at all and I'd definitely come back if I'm ever in the area again.

My new favorite Indian Resturant! The food was absolutely amazing, service was fast, and the food…read moreportion was well worth the spend. I ordered the butter chicken and had plenty to take home for leftovers. The garlic Naan was to die for!! Ambiance 10/10! The appetizer with the 3 different sauces was provided when I sat down, it was yummy too.

Best Indian cuisine in the Carolinas! Even before ordering,…read morethe waiters create a wonderful and very gently fragrant atmosphere in a glass. Everyone on staff is warm and welcoming, and our waiter, Matthew, was friendly, courteous, and efficient. The food is creative, beautifully presented, and delicious. We travel from SC to eat here- it's that good (and we judge with a NY foodie palate!) If you like Indian food, this is the place!

Jalwa Indian Bistro is a true gem in Raleigh. The staff are incredibly friendly and took the time…read moreto explain the delicacies on the menu with genuine passion. The experience started with a unique, aromatic cinnamon-and-smoke table-side vapor that was a delight for the senses. The decor and ambiance was perfect! Starters: The scallops were fresh, and the Garlic Naan paired with their vibrant, colorful dipping sauces is a must-order. Mains Entree: The Lamb Shank was incredibly tender (fell right off the bone!), and the Butter Chicken tender morsels was tender. Dessert: Don't skip the Mango Lassi Tiramisu--a brilliant, refreshing fusion. High-quality food with a touch of theatrical flair. We also got complimentary two scoops of ice cream! We will definitely be back!

One year ago, I took my now wife here for our first date. Today, we came back to celebrate our…read moreone-year anniversary, and the experience was just as special as we remembered. The staff could not have been more accommodating. Our waitress, Katie, was incredibly friendly and attentive, and the manager, Sammy, went out of her way to make us feel welcome. The chef even came over to introduce himself, which was a really nice touch. We also learned during our visit that the restaurant has recently been recognized by Michelin, very well deserved. Won't be surprised if they get their first star in the coming months. Definitely save room for the desserts, I've never tasted anything like it. A perfect place for a special night, and it'll always mean a lot to us since it's where our story started. We'll be back soon.

I made a reservation for four adults and my one-year-old through OpenTable, expecting a pleasant…read moredining experience. Instead, we were met at the host stand and immediately informed of a "no children under five" policy. This was presented not as an unfortunate misunderstanding, but as an oversight on our part, with staff insisting we should have known because it appears on their website. The issue, however, is that the reservation was made through OpenTable, where no such policy is disclosed. Even after the fact, I checked the restaurant's website and found the policy buried under a separate "policies" tab--not exactly front-and-center, and difficult to miss unless you were actively searching for it. Expecting guests to intuit or independently verify hidden policies, especially when booking through a third-party platform, feels unreasonable. More disappointing than the policy itself was the tone with which it was communicated. The interaction felt cold, dismissive, and entirely lacking in hospitality. We were told that the manager could be asked, but by that point, we already felt quite unwelcome. Restaurants are, of course, entitled to set their own policies--but how those policies are communicated matters just as much. Unfortunately, this experience left us feeling unwelcome and chastised rather than valued as guests. We will not be returning.

Lime and lemon is my favorite Indian cuisine restaurant has a great ambience, food and serviceread more

Lime & Lemon strikes that perfect balance of feeling slightly elevated (nicer interior) and the…read morepricing is reasonable for the quality you get. Every dish I've tried has been consistently good, but the mango lime chicken deserves a special shoutout! What really keeps me coming back, though, is the value. Their lunch special (not pictured) is an absolute steal and one of the best deals around if you want high-quality Indian food without committing to a full dinner spread. Even my mother who never had Indian was a big fan of the lunch special! Service is friendly, flavors are reliable, and the menu delivers comfort with just enough polish. Whether you're new to Indian food or already a fan, Lime & Lemon is a go-to spot that never disappoints.

The food was very very good. Service was great. I have wanted to try this place for a long time…read more Well worth the wait.

We tested out the buffet on a Saturday. This is a mid place with frugal setup but the food is…read moreauthentic for the most part. The buffet naan wasn't ideal but with 6 offerings for vegetarians under appetizer and mains + rice and naan and 6 additional meat options, it wasn't too bad. They use plastic and styrofoam which I think they should rethink styrofoam. The chai is sugar added and it would make a huge difference if the sugar was on the side for all preferences. The staff and service is decent gets the job done. If you're in the area absolutely craving Indian food- give it a shot. The paneer tikka was spicy and non creamy which was a good surprise. The same applied for the chicken tikka. Aloo gobi had zero cauliflower (or maybe it was so overcooked it completely disintegrated into the gravy). Yello tomato Dal was good, uttapam and sambar + chutney excellent, the appetizers both deep fried also pretty good. At $16.99 it was priced for the offering

This restaurant is such a hidden gem. Went to dine in-person and was treated like royalty. The…read moreservice here is absolutely amazing, and the owner tended to our every need, made amazing recommendations, and was such a great guy to talk to. The food itself was delicious, ordered the Chicken Biryani and some sort of lamb and goat dish by recommendation of the owner. Very nice ambiance, would absolutely dine here again. Support this local business!!!!!!!

Had dinner here tonight the food was amazingly delicious. The chef came out and was very proud of…read morethe food that he's still serving. Explained to us that they don't use dice and everything was made fresh they had cricket and playing on the TVs and our service was polite and unintrusive. The samosas were a little bit small, but they were very flavorful and very good. Our butter chicken was really well-made. The sauce was delicious. The chicken was nice and tender. We also had a sack burner which was also very good with nice chunks of paneer in the dish. Highly recommend garlic naan it was flavorful and a little bit crispy and paired really well with our dishes