This place isn't in the nice historic part of Richmond, and so seems to do a lot of takeout. But it…read morewas a classy and clean enough place to dine in. Parking is a little dicey in the surrounding neighborhood, but they have their own lot, which I didn't know beforehand. The menu is broad. While tofu is not a core Indian foodstuff, it goes great with all sorts of classic sauces, and I tried a South Indian curry that gave a rich spice hit, even at medium hot. My bhindi masala was excellent, preserving the crispness of the vegetables and carrying a warm flavor with hints of cinnamon. The samosa chaat was on the smaller side, but flavorwise was excellent, including some pomegranate arils. They gave me a free dessert, which is fine enough. I spend a lot of time craving Indian food and virtually none of it thinking about the desserts, which seems to be a widespread preference among Americans. As to the main course, however, they had abundant options for all dietary needs, and the flavors were on point.

We came here on a whim on Saturday evening a few weeks ago, and the experience was entirely…read morepleasant. Parking was easy with plenty of spaces available around seven or eight o'clock. This place seems to do a lot of takeout, and I can see why. The food was wonderfully savory and duly affordable. The service was quick and prompt. We were seated within seconds of arriving. Our server gave us time to peruse the menu without pestering us for our order. We settled on chicken, ordering the coconut konkani, and my partner got something savory. I like the sweet and spicy, so I went with level 3. We tried the samosas for an appetizer, also delicious. I can wholeheartedly recommend Bajra Indian Bistro, a true hidden gem. Bring your friends and be ready to taste something amazing.

We went to Anant recently, as we're looking for new local spots to try. The restaurant is…read morebeautifully decorated and has a warm atmosphere. When you get to your table, there is a QR code to scan which brings up the menu and the ability to order, which is nice so you have time to read through descriptions and chose your desired spice level. Service was friendly and our server helped explain how to use the online ordering system. The orange ginger scallop appetizer was delicious- it was very light and flavorful. The paneer tikka was also good, spicy but with great flavor. We also ordered garlic naan and mutter paneer, which had good flavor.

Came here with my wife and kid because a family friend highly recommended this place to us. We…read moreordered the samosas to start, my wife got the cod curry and I got the goat tikka masala and asked if they could add coconut milk or cream to it and thankfully the chef said they could. We ordered garlic naan and roti. The samosas were pretty good, nothing special. The main courses were really good and we both enjoyed it quite a lot. The rice portion that comes out with the mains isn't big enough at all so had to order more rice (can't remember if I was charged for it or not though). The restaurant itself is very nice and looked very clean. We will definitely be back and highly recommend you give this place a try.

Amazing food, friendly service, and a warm atmosphere! The Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala,…read moreBiryani, and Garlic Naan were delicious and full of flavor. Great place for family and friends.

love love love the food very authentic and wonderful service and very large variety of different…read morefoods

We practically have a tradition of ordering from Anokha whenever I visit my mom--and for good…read morereason! The food is always stellar. We usually get the Dal Tarka, Chicken Tikka Masala, and Korma, along with Raita and Naan, and everything tastes amazing every time. What I love most is that even when they are super busy with takeout orders (which shows how popular it is!), there's often a quiet corner available if we plan for an early dinner. It's perfect for just relaxing and chatting. Seriously, if you like Indian food, or if you've never tried it, please check this place out! They have such fantastic vegetarian and vegan options too. You won't be disappointed--it makes a wonderful date night spot! Which o

My go-to for Indian food in Richmond. Service is always warm and friendly, even though not always…read morefast, but I go for the food. You'll start your meal with a small plate of naan as well as three sauces to dip it in, while looking over the menu. I like their paneer pakora and vegetable samosas. For dinner, I've tried many of their curries and like paneer korma best, with naan and raita. The restaurant is warm and cozy and I've never had to wait long for a table.

We were looking for Thai food in the area and it so happened that the Thai place was closed, so we…read morewere like oh there is an Indian place next door, let's try it out. So glad we did. Saheb Indian Bistro did not disappoint. Food tasted authentic and the service was amazing. The decor was exquisite. Staff were all friendly and always smiled. They really took care of us as first timers. Sumi our server was very hospitable. We will definitely return with the rest of our family, and friends.

Service was excellent. Friendly, smiling faces offering suggestions for true authentic Indian…read moredishes . We were given free samples to try which is always wonderful. Pleasant atmosphere and really fun decor. Very clean restaurant and restrooms. Food was fantastic. Our order came out quickly. The portion size was perfect. We definitely could not eat everything and took home enough for another meal. So happy to have found this place. I highly recommend and can't wait to go back.

Updated menu. Going back for the schezwan masala dosa. My order wasn't right last time. They gave…read moreme the the regular schezwan dosa.

I did a carry out from this place. Everything was ready on time. Their pav bhaji is the best! I…read morealso tired their chutney sandwich which was decent. service was ok

Lovely ambience. Excellent service. Delicious chicken tikka and a cauliflower potato combo. Will…read moredefinitely return ASAP. Best Indian food I have had in 18 years living near Richmond.

I ordered takeout, and arrived to an empty place, though it was starting to liven up even after my…read moreshort wait. They had an intriguing menu. I got some chickpeas and fried bread, dumplings, and a dal makhani. The flavors were abundant, but I also found the salt and oil a bit too abundant, even by restaurant standards. My bread, while delicious, wasn't quite enough for the chickpeas, which had a dynamic fruity and spicy gravy. I struggled a little bit more with the salt of my jhol momo, and the dal was a bit too indulgent to eat at once. I don't want to say it was bad food, because it wasn't, but I felt a little unwell after eating it, even having spread this out for several days of meals during my travels. There's a lot of Indian restaurants in the outskirts of Richmond and I've had better experiences.

We have been here three or more times in the past year. Each time, it is clear that the owners put…read morecare into the restaurant. Incremental updates like refreshing the flatware, tweaking small things in the decor, and continuing to deliver the outstanding service we have come to expect go a long way. I tried the Mango Chicken this visit, and it was wonderful at spice level 3 for me. I like a kick, and the sweet flavor was paired exquisitely. We always leave with leftovers because we want to indulge ourselves again the next day; it never disappoints. I have heard people say they don't like Indian food, which I don't understand. I have extreme difficulty finding a lovelier culinary experience than Jannat, which is wild because RVA provides some of the most enticing restaurant choices I've ever had access to.

Jannat Indian Cuisine is a popular Indian restaurant in RVA that offers outstanding service,…read moreconsistently great food, and a comfortable dining experience. Guests can choose their preferred protein, sauce, and spice level, as well as enjoy a selection of beer, wine, and Indian Sula wines. We visited during lunchtime and partook of their lunch specials, featuring generous portions and a decent variety. I enjoyed Goat Vindaloo while wife was milder with Seafood Korma. I asked for spicy and received their level 5 (1-5). It was good, flavors and seasoning were excellent, but for truly spicy you need to ask for "True Indian Level" they are used to a bunch of Americans with tender palates! The staff is friendly and helpful with recommendations, and although the place was busy, we never felt rushed. The restaurant's clean and inviting environment adds to the positive experience. We saw a few dishes that others had ordered from the regular menu, and they looked ample and generous. So, although it seems a little pricey, it is not a bad value.