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    Vanakkam India

    4.7 (54 reviews)
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    Updated 2 months ago

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    Garlic & Cilantro Naan
    Rekha P.

    Awesome freshly made food, fantastic service, amazing ambiance... Trifecta Definitely give it a try! You will not be disappointed. Kunoor based chef brings the feeling of home to this fantastic new restaurant Vanakkam!!

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    Patrick J.

    Very nice atmosphere, friendly staff, and terrific food! As my friend told our server, it was a symphony of flavors. I had the Lamb Josh Rogen (Indian hot) - The lamb was fork tender, the curry was hot (but manageable & it was served with Basmati rice. It was rich and wonderful. There was an enough for lunch tomorrow. I also ordered the freshly made cheese naan - stuffed with a white cheese and jalapeño - what can I say - it was tasty! My friend ordered a breaded cauliflower appetizer that was served with a mint chutney and another sweet sauce. The cauliflower was divine & we definitely preferred the mint chutney. My friend also ordered the chicken biryani that came with a yogurt sauce. She gave me some & it was lighter than the lamb dish & the yogurt sauce brought a nice brightness to the dish. Absolutely ban on!!! We will DEFINITELY go back.

    Beautiful, spotless room
    Mark M.

    Sweetest staff, most comfortable booths, surprisingly fine S Indian food. First rate chai and lassi. Terrif for vegetarians. Gem!

    Lamb Tikka Masala, Rose Lassi, Garlic & Cilantro Naangarlic
    Celina B.

    Wow this may have been the best Indian food I've ever had. The server was very gracious and kinda and gave great recommendations! I got garlic naan, lamb tikka masala and rose lassi. The meat was so tender and everything was spiced to perfection. Priced well. I would seriously give this 10 stars.

    Lamb Tikka Masala Garlic & Cilantro Naan
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    I'm pretty sure I just had the best Indian meal I've ever had! I ordered the Lamb Tikka, medium spice, with garlic naan & white rice. WOW it was delicious! The lamb was very tender & juicy. The spice level was perfect. The lamb almost tasted like beef. The service was great & the restaurant was nice. I highly recommend you stop by.

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    The best Indian food I've had!!! The food was really authentic it tasted fresh and not processed! They have plenty of variety and the service was great! The place was beautiful and clean even the bathroom! This is our new favorite restaurant would highly recommend!!!

    Mango lasso, very good.

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    A great variety of authentic delicious Indian food. Carry out orders are prepared quite quickly.

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