Our group of 6 had the perfect time at Zamindar's! We absolutely loved everything -- the food, the…read morepresentation, the cocktails, the decor, the service... truly, everything! At the hostess stand there's a towering wall of Indian PO boxes. When I asked about them, we were told they were designed to evoke the feeling of home and India, which I thought was such a unique touch. Throughout the restaurant, there are beautiful, eye-catching paintings and elephant decor. The food presentation was some of the best I've seen in ages! So much of the meal comes out as a full experience -- with dishes being lit on fire right in front of you or finishing sauces being poured tableside. The presentation is visually breathtaking and really makes the meal feel like an event. The cocktails are just as spectacular! I ordered the Raja Benares, essentially an Old Fashioned with Indian flavors, and it arrived in a box that released smoke when you opened it. Even our check came at the end of the meal in a smoke-filled box! They definitely know how to make an impression. ...Chef Vamshi Ali also made the rounds to speak with the tables and stopped by ours. We had a wonderful conversation with him about his other restaurant in Queens, and he was kind enough to pose for a picture with all of us. It was such a nice personal touch and made the evening even more memorable. The only slight thing I would say could have been better was the wait. We had a reservation but still waited about 20 minutes before being seated. Because of that, we ended up going over the two-hour parking garage limit. The restaurant validation covers two hours, but we were charged the full $10 when we left. We weren't sure whether our ticket was incorrectly validated at the restaurant or whether going over the two-hour limit means you have to pay the full amount. Either way, $10 isn't a big deal, but it was something we were a little unsure about. Yes, it was expensive -- but everything, and I mean EVERYTHING, was delicious, making it expensive but absolutely worth it! From the food and cocktails to the incredible presentation, beautiful decor, and wonderful service, Zamindar's gave us a dining experience that I woke up still thinking about. I can't wait to go back!

5 stars for food and presentation of the apps! But they seriously need to work on the presentation…read moreof the drinks and desserts. I ordered the Rajbari cocktail - Rum, Jamun Cordial, Rose, Clarified Coconut Milk. Now just imagine what it would look like and then check the actual drink photo. The Rajbari looked so good on paper and they could have done so much with it - the possibilities are endless but they failed terribly with the execution. When the bartender served me the drink she didn't even inform that its my drink so for almost 5 minutes I thought it was just water and ignored it. I only later saw the gold foil and realized it is the cocktail I ordered. It is the most outrageous looking drink I have had in a fine dining restaurant. Just a big ball of ice in a stupid glass topped with some gold foil? If you want to be be basic atleast serve it in a coupe? Couldn't have added some rose petals on top? That glass itself was so hideous that I wouldn't take it even if someone gave it to me for free. The Gulab Jamun Creme Brulee was delicious sure, but it was extremely basic to look at and the plate that it came on was so weird looking. Maybe add some berries, edible flowers or a small gulab jamun with a gold foil on top for aesthetics? Now to the food: they nailed the appetizers' presentation on the other hand and the taste matched the aesthetics to the T. The Lamb Kachori Kulcha was so soft and the filling was bursting with Indian flavors and fragrant aromatic spices. The Bongulo Paneer Kebab had layers or paneer, coconut and capsicum poriyal cooked in Bamboo which worked so harmoniously together. It was a flavor explosion right from the first bite. Would definitely suggest alternating the paneer and poriyal instead of having a big chunk of paneer on top and the poriyal all the way at the bottom of the bamboo because it was difficult to dig in and take the entire thing in one spoonful. I also got the Nalli Gosht Mandi to my hotel but haven't had the chance to try it but will update on it.

220C is delicious!! We came here on a Sunday afternoon to try something new and it was pretty…read morepacked inside. The couches were available to sit on but all of the tables were taken. The menu has plenty of options and the baked goods on display look very nice. The man who took our order was super sweet and greeted us as soon as we walked in. It was also wheelchair accessible! Little tight inside to navigate though. There was also only one gender-neutral bathroom which had a line for it when we were there. We got the Bulgogi beef bun, the pistachio latte w/tache and the brown sugar vanilla latte w/ salted cream. Everything was delicious!!! It was probably the first pistachio latte I've ever had that I could actually taste the pistachio. The brown sugar vanilla latte was very aesthetically appealing and tasty.

220C Banh Mi and Coffee is a cute and little local cafe that sells banh mi, drinks, and pastries!…read moreThe inside is not the largest, but it does have this somewhat peaceful and zen atmosphere (possibly due to the bamboo wallpaper) so it seems like it would be a great work or study space. In terms of the service, I thought it was good. I asked for two banh mis but was informed that there were only enough ingredients for one so I was refunded for the extra banh mi I had paid for! I ordered the Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi and Vietnamese Iced Coffee. I was worried there would be no Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi left because at other cafes that sell this option, it runs out FAST. Luckily, they had enough left to make one order for me. The banh mi was very flakey and crispy! I enjoyed the buttery mayo on the banh mi and the crispy pork belly was good, but I wish the pork belly was not cut in such small and thin pieces. I would love to feel the crunch of the crispy skin in my bites. But I know that I probably got the leftovers since it was near closing when I arrived. The Vietnamese Iced Coffee was super strong! A bit too strong for my liking. Overall, I think that this is a solid spot for a quick bite or meal! I would like to come back earlier in the day to get a fresher batch of the crispy pork belly and to try their pastries.

Walked in at 10pm on a Saturday for some chana masala and was not disappointed. Food came out…read morequick. $12, and comes with rice, can't beat it! Huge portion. I ordered medium spice and it was perfect for me. I will be going back to try other things! Easy to access off of independence with a parking lot. Inside of the grocery store

We were visiting from out of state and were looking for some quick bites when we came across this…read moreplace and I kid you not when I tell you we came back about 4-5 times again because of the yummy food . We must have tried atleast a good 10-12 things from the menu and everything was absolutely delish . They seriously have everythg from starters to desserts . Things we tried and totally recommend are : Irani chai , the samosas , chicken 65 , ginger chicken , pani puri , Dani puri . Some of my favorite biryanis were- gongura chicken biryani - DB chicken biryani . Last but not least was the Haleem - so authentic and yumm .. Desserts I tried n loved was - khubani ka meetha . 10/10 for the food , ambience and the fast service hands down.

Warm and attentive service. The food was good, some dishes better than others. The restaurant…read moreneeds some improvements. The Baba Ghanoush was really good. We ordered a couple of lamb dishes, overall the food was good. If you like coffee you need to order Turkish Coffee.

Ordered falafel and meat Platter ( chicken, beef , kebab)…read more The food was good , flavourful made to order Falafel excellent but needs to have served bread and the tahini a bit thicker. Service was good and the lady helpful. Drink selection not the best. Ambiance was comfortable and like a restaurant in the Middle East.

When I placed the order over the phone, I was told 25 minutes. My dad went to pick up the food and…read moreabout an hour and a half later it was ready. I ordered 5 tandoori leg quarts orders, butter naan, and 4 samosa chaat. I asked for no cilantro/parsely sprinkled on top: The tandoori leg quarts were BURNT!! They even had the burnt taste when eating. There was cilantro on top. The although the "naan" was really good, it didn't have butter on it, and it seemed like it was roti bought from the frozen section of a grocery store. The samosa chaat even had a little sprinkled on top. When I called them to tell them about the burnt chicken, the lady in the phone told me to come back and return the food and she can give me a refund. And I live about 30 minutes ago, I can't come back. And she began to say if you want a refund at a store you have to return the item. I began to say clearly you don't eat out at American restaurants because they would refund me right away and her response, this isn't an American restaurant this is a Pakistani restaurant. 5 minutes later, another man called. Saying the chef used a new masala and that's why it was the way it was. He than offered a 50% refund. I said sure that's fine. A few min later I got a receipt that refunded only 4 out of the 5 tandoori chicken (not even a 50% refund) I'm just highly disappointed because I had heard good things about this place and than to get food/service like this?

Excellent food and balanced spices. The chicken samosas are HUGE and delicious. The curries have a…read morebalanced flavor and the rotis are made fresh. The lunch wraps are perfect to go. Grilled platters are done well where you can taste the spice without excess unnecessary heat. The desserts are a perfect finish to the entire meal.

I've been eyeing this spot for some time now and treated myself to a delicious plate of jerk…read morechicken, rice and beans, and steamed cabbage. I finished that steamed cabbage in one sitting. Delicious. I can't wait to go back and try other items from the menu.

Found about this spit from a coworker. They gave me a little sample of it and I said "yep let me…read moretry them"! Headed to the Baldwin area and it's suck a quaint spot. I love the Baldwin neighborhood. Ordered jerk chicken, peas and rice and cabbage. It was ready in about 10 minutes. I couldn't wait to get home and eat. Ok so the presentation is a 10/10. But the food is even better. I've come to realize that in Charlotte the Jamaican food is dumbed down and not as authentic as it should be. And I am a native New Yorker who grew up with a Trinidadian step father so I know!!! This has the right amount of kick(actually a lot) nose running but hey I love that!! The cabbage???? Amazing as well. Recommend!!!!!!!!

The Korean food at PePeRo was flavorful, comforting, and really satisfying. We ordered a few dishes…read moreto share, including Korean fried chicken and some savory noodles. The chicken was crispy and well seasoned, while the noodles had a great texture and plenty of flavor. Everything came out hot and fresh, and the portions were generous enough for everyone to try a little of each dish. A great spot for a casual Korean meal.

If happiness came with chopsticks, this might be what it looked like. We wandered into this little…read moreKorean spot and before we could even ask for the menu, the table started filling up with little bowls of kimchi, bean sprouts, pickled vegetables, and enough side dishes to make you wonder if you'd accidentally ordered for twelve. The dumplings came out first--golden brown, crispy on one side, tender on the other, and disappearing faster than a politician's campaign promise. Then came a bibimbap still sizzling in its stone bowl, daring you to stir that runny egg into a mountain of fresh vegetables and rice. Finally, there was a kimchi pancake the size of a hubcap, crispy around the edges, soft in the middle, and just spicy enough to remind you it wasn't playing around. Everything tasted fresh, well-seasoned, and made by someone who cared more about feeding people than impressing Instagram. The service was quick, friendly, and never let our drinks run dry. About the only disappointment was realizing we'd eventually have to stop eating. If you're looking for fancy white tablecloths, keep driving. If you're looking for authentic Korean food that'll have you planning your next visit before you've paid the check, you've found your place. Life's too short for bad dumplings--and thankfully, these weren't

I'm quite surprised by the low score this place has on Yelp -- their chipotle chicken (shown below)…read moreis only $12 and it is delicious every time. Fair warning: this is not a place you visit for the ambiance (and that's fine!). It's loud, and it's hard to hear over the sounds of machines whirring and cooks cooking. You go in, you order your sandwich, and you go about your day. (At least, that's what I do. And I will continue to do so as long as this place stays open.)

This was 1st time here. I arrived about 20 minutes before closing. I ordered a GoodieBag (buying…read morefood and a discount so it will not go to waste). Upon arrival, they were cleaning up and the hot food section was already closed. I went to the register and told them my name. I was handed a bag and I was on my way. I did park right outside with my hazards on. If you are driving, a paid parking lot in on Church. Or you can take the light rail and get off on the Convention center stop and walk up to the restaurant. Everything was packaged well and very tasty. I will come again when I am in the area!