My go to for Indian in RVA! This restaurant has fabulous…read moreambiance and the staff is attentive. We love the classics like Butter Chicken and Biryani. The curry selection is top tier too. I have never been disappointed with a meal from here whether it was eat in or carry out!

This is our second outing to Tulsi, and the business appears to be picking up compared to last…read moretime. Parking on a Thursday evening was still available around 8 o'clock in the parking lot across the street. I applauded the atmosphere and decor in my first review; it remains beautiful and refined. The service is formal and timely; the staff observant and accommodating. During this dining experience, we noticed that the protein and sauce (e.g., Mango) were watered down compared to our first visit. We expected the thick, creamy sauce, bursting with chicken and flavor that we had come to expect, but what we got this time was watery and plain disappointing. The appetizer, the naan and breads, were the same high quality, but the sauce sealed it for us. I hope that this was simply a fluke or a bad night in the kitchen, not a recurring theme at Tulsi. It is hard to recommend Tulsi after our most recent experience, only because other Indian restaurants nearby serve the most exquisite food.

I came in here for something to hold me over while working. Abraham was amazing. He recommended the…read morebutter chicken fries. And OMG, it was everything I didn't know I needed. It was so flavorful and delicious. I've NEVER had butter chicken before and now I think I have a new favorite. 100/10 O HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Oh and BONUS, they have peacocks (my spirit animal) on the walls. IYKYK. I will be back very soon to try everything on the menu. When you go, tell them, "MzPchz, sent me".

I went on a Saturday and this place should've been packed with people, but it wasn't. It's a small…read morefamily owned restaurant with incredible Indian dishes that were fresh and well portioned. Definitely get the dip trio and the butter chicken fries. They were insanely good. The interior is so cute and would be perfect for a family dinner or lunch a date night or anything because they have a decent space. This place should be a lot more busy than it is. It was so good.

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.

Genuinely enjoyed my meal here! The goat cheese croquettes were such a unique alternative to the…read moreusual paneer dishes I typically have, and I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious they were. The chili paneer was excellent, though I would've loved even more spice. I ordered the butter chicken at level 4, and while it was flavorful, it could definitely have been hotter. The rice was perfectly cooked, the chili garlic naan was soft and fresh (I'd just add a bit more garlic and chili), and the mango lassi was one of the best I've ever had. Overall, everything was delicious, and I'll definitely be back!

UNFORTUNATELY NO PLANS TO RETURN HERE! My partner and I visited this spot for lunch impromptu one…read moreweekend. We should have turned around upon entering and realizing they didn't have adequately working air conditioning. They had a couple fans blowing but it didn't seem to help any especially when you're eating hot or spicy meals. I broke out in a massive sweat which is very unusual for me because I don't normally sweat. I could barely enjoy my food because I was extremely hot. Also the music was loud and very overstimulating. The food was very MID and not memorable taste/flavor wise to me but my partner enjoyed the samosas. The service was decent. Im giving 2 stars for service and my partner liking part of their meal. However, I was lowkey stressed because I looked at the health scores from this restaurant after visiting and found it's a 64/100 with 24+ violations. Yikes! That's insane! Eat at your own risk!

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

Great experience at Lemon I was impressed with the service…read more- very attentive. Incredible menu made it hard to choose. We stared with cauliflower and vegetable samosas with wonderful chutney choices. Main dishes we chose were palak paneer which was spiced just right and shrimp curry that my husband loved. Handicapped access was a bit rough for me with broken tiles at the entry and a step up and double doors , but I was able to get in with help. We are in this area for 6 weeks - I'm sure we will be back.

Absolutely the best Indian food I have had in Richmond. And it is served in a comfortable…read moreenvironment, with lots of room between parties and tables large enough to have multiple dishes to pass around. My daughter and I had a great time! I had vegetable samosas and Kalonji Pudina Chicken. Great flavors. The Chicken dish could have been spicier, I asked for medium and I think they looked at this old man and dialed it back unnecessarily. Other than that the dishes were flawless. The service was attentive without being intrusive. The food came out quickly and was exactly as described. I cannot wait to go back.

Severely disappointed…read more Home style curry was watery / separated. Butter chicken was the same - with the yoghurt element of the sauce being bitter and too tangy. Chicken in both was grisly, and less than ideal cuts. I wouldn't complain if this was an AYCE buffet and this was one or two items, but for $22 dollars an entree it was very disappointing.

We chose Kismet for Valentine's Day and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience. The…read morespecial menu was advertised as including a complimentary drink, but you were actually limited to just two options, and it tasted like cough syrup. The restaurant seemed very understaffed with only three servers, which led to slow service. The appetizers from the Valentine's menu were half the size compared to the normal menu, and our naan didn't arrive until we were almost finished with our meal. At $55/person, we didn't feel that it was worth it. We've had much better experiences at Tulsi in Carytown and would recommend that as a local alternative.

Decided to check this place out while roaming around the short pump town center. We were greeted…read moreand welcomed by friendly staffs who were attentive all throughout our dining experience. The ambiance was great for any occasions as well. We decided to vet prawn korma and butter chicken curry with garlic naan on the side, which all exceeded our expectation by far. They were very rich and flavorful and we were very happy coming out. Will certainly come back next time!

This is some of the best Indian food I've ever had in my life, and that's saying something, given…read morethat I'm from San Francisco and have eaten in many great Indian restaurants in my life. This has become one of mine and my wife's favorite restaurants that we go to every time we visit the Richmond area. For appetizers, you have to try the Gobhi Manchurian. One of the most unique and incredible cauliflower dishes I've ever had. For entrees, get one of the special dishes that Lehja has, like the Deconstructed Butter Chicken or the lamb chops. They're all stellar, and really different than what other Indian places have.

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.

The restaurant is empty of customers right now. We preferred mantu and soup to share. Mantu is $10…read more The ambiance is pleasant. Server came out immediately and took our order. They turned on the music. The handicap parking is not great. It's on a hill so getting in and out is awkward. The mantu was $16 each. Aush soup was $10. And dessert was custard and baklava also $10 each. All our food was delicious. I'd definitely recommend the food. The server was wonderful. Friendly and knowledgeable.

Amazing Afghan food with flavorful meats, rice, and mantu. Beef kebabs and chicken kebabs so…read moretender and juicy they melt on your tongue. Served with traditional Afghan rice with raisins and carrots and fresh, fluffy naan. The mantu were spiced to perfection. We came from New Jersey to this spot and the food here is better than the Afghan restaurants we find there. We were pleasantly surprised and very impressed with our meal.