Great food. Flavors are balanced. Good portion size for pricing. I love the garlic naan and paneer tikka

Delicious food and great ambiance. The owner is very friendly and accommodating. I had Shani's chicken and it was amazing! Tender, juicy, and crispy!! Mango sauce is bomb! read more

Food we ordered was very good, mild spice, creamy sauce, generous portion of chicken. Garlic naan is made fresh, buttery and lots of chopped garlic spread out. The guy cashier was very friendly and attentive, calls the order by name and brings it to the table. To order dine in or out, need to line up the front counter and have order taken by the cashier/server. Self service on the water and cutlery. They have a good selection of menu items, with the usual biryani's, buttered chicken and samosas. The dining area looks wide, casual dining, no music. But looks cool they have a ping pong table and a game table. The wall is painted with geometric design and tones of green. Pay cash or credit card. Restroom separated by gender. Opened during Christmas Day! read more

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Excellent food. Excellent service. Came from out of town to eat here and it was the best experience possible. Reminded me of the motherland. Great dining area too. read more

Butter Chicken was really bad, my wife couldnt eat it. Tikka Masala was a little better but both items were super greasy and had an odd taste. Extremely salty read more

Chapati - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Very nice staff and excellent tasting food. The interior decor is also cute. The mango lassi is so sweet. Their dessert selection was one of my favorites among Indianapolis Indian restaurants. The prices are higher, but the portions are HUGE. You can get regular or family size for most dishes, but even the regular is about 3 meals for me (as a light eater). I found that the menu posted on Yelp is very accurate. They have a selection of Indian and Pakistani foods. You may choose spice levels. Many dishes are vegetarian or vegan. Parking is plentiful in this strip mall which is right off of I-65. read more

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Around the world in 80 minutes Chapati has some of the best Indian & Pakistani food in town. The variety of dishes means there's something for everyone. I really like their convenient location, right off of the Lafayette road exit on I-65. While it takes a bit for your food to come out, it's truly worth the wait. Everything is well seasoned with just the right amount of spice. I love the butter chicken (as I'm sure everyone who tries it does). The dining area is spacious and super welcoming & comfortable. I also love that you can order Chapati through most meal delivery services, so even if you're not nearby, you can still check them out. read more

Chapati was my introduction into Indian cuisine and let's just say my experience was unforgettable. Everything I dipped my fork into was packed with flavor. They have a huge variety and tons of options for my vegetarian and vegan friends. The staff helped answer all the questions I had about the menu! As a foodie, it's always a win when you try a new food and you instantly obsess over it. That's 100% me with their chicken tikka masala! read more

Chapati - Chicken Tikka Masala, garlic cheese naan, etc - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I stopped here because it was conveniently open through the day on a Monday and was close to the highway. Despite being a strip mall place, the interior was quite spacious and decorated, with some shuffle board-ish game set up near the entrance, and Indian music videos running. It's an order at the counter and get your own water and utensils kind of a setup. I took a recommendation on the yellow dal, and got the family size. This came with neither rice nor bread. I got the obvious choice; a chapati is a thin whole wheat bread and theirs was delicate and delicious, but one was not much help in downing that dal. To really make it a proper meal, you're talking about over $20, and that's before an appetizer or a drink. The dal was thick and richly flavored, but portion size for price was surprisingly unimpressive. I got a chai with a bit of crushed nuts in it as well, which was fine but nothing mind-blowing. Despite the name, Indianapolis (which apparently refers to American Indians) is not the place I would come for South Asian cuisine, but this place has quality food. read more

I'm so glad we decided look on Yelp for Indian restaurants on our drive through Indy! I've done this drive over a dozen times, but it's the first time I've discovered Chapati. It's super unassuming but it's worth a stop-in!! They had two menus - one for Chapati and one for their fusion fried chicken concept! We opted for for the Pakistani & Indian dishes: *Pani Puri - (Vegan - $8.95 Crispy mini puries with spiced water, sweet chutney, sweet yogurt, tomatoes, onions, and chickpeas) - if you haven't had this Indian Street dish, it's worth a try and so fun to eat! My husband said it reminded him of pico de gallo & instead of tortilla chips, you get fun puffed up puries! 1) You take one of the puffed up puri pieces & knock it with the back of your spoon to make a little opening 2) You fill the opening with the chickpea mixture that also has tomatoes & onions (see the pico de gallo reference a bit?!) 3) Then you squirt a bit of the spiced water for a PERFECT bite! *Beef Nihari ($16 - Our rich, spiced, and beefy broth soup served with chunks of tenderized beef all slow cooked after deep marination.) - This dish was so comforting and stewy. The flavors were clearly developed over a long time. It was a bit thick so my only wish was that there was more beef brothy goodness to dip and eat with the chapati/basmati rice! *Palak Paneer - Vegetarian - $13 Spiced spinach cooked in a creamy sauce with fresh paneer) - Paneer really reminds me of cheese curds - in a good way. When it's super fresh, there's a nice squeakiness to it! No complaints - super tasty! *Butter Chicken ($15 - Boneless chicken marinated in our tomato spread then slow cooked with spices and our cream sauce.) - The chicken was definitely chicken thighs as it was flavorful and practically melted in your mouth from all slow cookin'! Yum. *Chapati ($1.75 Whole wheat flat bread) - per my tip below, no entrees COME with rice or bread, so you must order separately! I figured this place is called chapati, so I should try ordering their chapati. It's like a flat bread that is PERFECT for soaking up all the deliciousness from the nihari, palak and butter chicken! The above was way too much for 2 people and we had leftovers for a couple more meals after! TIPS: *all the grilled items take ~30 minutes, so order ahead or plan accordingly! *nothing comes with rice or breads so you need to order a la carte on the side! read more

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This place is located in a very unassuming area ; you drive fast enough and you are liable to miss it. I've been here about a couple of times now n the past and the food was solid then but because of where it is at - we did not really come back until over the weekend. The eggplant masala and garlic naan is even better than we remember. It was so good we ended up getting some rice too. It's a big place and the way it's set up - you almost wonder if they could maybe change the layout so it looks more like traditional restaurant? But please don't let that discourage you from trying their food. When we were N there - they had a ton of take out orders! I mean that's what happens when your food is delicious, right? They also have a spot at the garage in downtown Indy ... for those folks in that area, check them out! Be adventurous with your choice of food and you will not be sorry read more

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This has been the worst online ordering experience I've ever had. It's Yelp's fault, not the restaurants'. Hey Yelp! Your order cancellation dodge is for crap. The problem was that the order was placed for tonight's delivery, but the system dated the order for tomorrow. When I called Yelp for help, the order processor HubGrub wouldn't accept the change I wanted to make because they couldn't verify my name on the account, even though I had the order number. It was an obvious attempt to frustrate my attempt to cancel the order. read more

I'm very disappointed. The order was received by the restaurant and not prepared as advertised through their online ordering service. We picked it up and took it home. The chicken has bones despite saying "boneless" on their menu. I also ordered a "double portion" which I don't believe was a good value. If this is their double portion, it don't waste your money. $30 for this (pictured) plus naan. I asked the owner to please correct the order and he said he didn't need to because it is correct. I also would have accepted a refund and returned the food. Then he hung up on me. This is the menu we ordered from online. read more

Chapati - Menu with description. $30 portion (not pictured - naan) - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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I heard a LOT of reviews of Chapati and couldn't wait to try it. Step in and the ambience takes you back to Indian roots - the seats set up with Carrom board which is a very popular game in India. Shelves decorated with popular spices and a whole lot of diversity defining decor. I much appreciate the variety. Food tasted very authentic, fresh and spice level was very decent. The Chicken boti and side chutney (dip) was a stellar combo. The garlic kulcha (tortilla) wasn't too garlicky and absolutely soft and fresh. Loved the Asian style of serving dishes which is very common in India and Pakistan. The retro Indian music added to the touch! Not too many people and good spacious seating. 5* for the food and ambience! read more

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Great food and lovely service. Tommy helped us make our selections and guided us in choosing the right spice level. We had chicken biryani extra spicy and chicken tikka masala spicy. We enjoyed both. We will be back to try the goat biryani extra extra spicy!! read more

Chapati - Chicken Tikka Masala - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Everything was delicious! They were out of goat meat so we couldn't try any of the goat dishes. My husband and I shared the food in the picture. Chaat was a mouth watering mix of flavors and textures, get it! We were so hungry and we ate everything you see in the picture and we could've had more lol. If we're ever back in Indianapolis, we are coming back here for sure. read more

Chapati - garlic naan, chaat, beef nihari, butter chicken and of course, chapati! Oh an a samosa. Everything was delicious! - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Phenomenal! You step into Chapati and the aroma instantly greets you, pulling you in and making you wait in eager anticipation for your food to arrive. There are plenty of seating options and even a game or two to play. The staff was so kind and gave us approximate wait times depending on what dishes we chose, while also telling us some of their favorites as well as the most popular dishes. My friend and I ended up ordering several items and everything was wonderful. I have not stopped talking about this place or salivating every time I think of it. I'm so excited they've opened a sister location in downtown Indy so that more people can experience this cuisine! read more

It was cold and raining. He was so awesome. I never caught his name, but he remembered mine. They made my food fresh and it was amazing. I had the yellow lentils and lamb (spicy). Perfect. They also had some seasoning boxes to make food at home. If weren't visiting from the other side of the country, I would have bought some to make. read more

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I'm at the point where the only time I'll order Indian food is when it comes from Chapati's kitchen. I find that when I place an order at my neighborhood Indian spots, I end up disappointed and wish I had just called Chapati instead. They *truly* serve the best Indian food in Indy. While narrowing a favorite vegetarian or vegan dish is impossible, I do want to lift up that one's order should always include a samosa (or two) and a mango lassi. I love starting and finishing my meal with those top-notch items, and--if you haven't added them to your order--you best not miss out on such deliciousness. read more

Chapati - Beets Paneer + Palak Aloo (Combo) - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Not been here before but we love a good curry! On our way home from Avon we just wanted curry! Decided to check this place out! It's basic as you get your own water and utensils but boy it's so good! So much flavour and they even saved us money by recommending a big curry rather than two! We will certainly be back! So good! Not expensive! A great place! read more

Hip, casual, delicious. Chapati has all the best Pakistani and Indian dishes in a comfortable, more casual atmosphere. Wait times are a little long, but the silver lining here is that everything seems to be very fresh and made to order. I've eaten here at least a dozen times over the past few years and every visit has been consistently good. The menu has evolved some, and each change brought new and interesting flavors to try. I love the creativity of the team here and their constant attempt to make novel spins on classic dishes. I also appreciate that Chapati is a family run business with family recipes. read more

Chapati - Beef bahari wrap - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Love this place! I go every time I have a craving for chicken tika Marsala. Their service is great they will explain everything to you.

I happened to stop by this place randomly during our recent trip. The food was delicious and amazing. While I waited for food, I also tried by luck at carom (an Indian board game) and ping pong. I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Indianapolis and living there too. read more

Giving an update since my first review last year. It's up to a full five stars for me. We have been back many a times since....I have brought family from out of town several times....everyone says the same....phenomenal. We have tried so many things on the menu but I always come back to a few things- one of which was brand new for me. The beef nihari. It may have become one of my favorite foods ever. Very unique. The lemon finish is just perfection. Make sure you order some rice to eat up all that sauce. Ginger butter chicken and the eggplant masala are my other top items. Oh and the samosa. And the paratha. Ok-I have tons of favorites!! Also wanted to add that we haven't encountered the cold food issue again. It was a one time thing. Chapati is probably one of my top 5 restaurants in Indy. Please come to the north side! read more

My son recommended this restaurant for dinner and had good things to say. I have nothing but good things to say after eating their food. The restaurant is nice and airy and great for groups or date night. I can see me and some friends having dinner and drinks here. I got the chicken biryani and my son got the beef behari. I also got two samosas though now that I know how big they are. I'd just get one. The food was delicious. I've had other biryanis that were not as good but this was on point. You cant see thr chicken in the picture but its in there and it was perfectly cooked and juicy not dry. The meal will fill you up without the samosa but if you have a big appetite, go ahead and get one. I'm already planning my next visit!! read more

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They are not a typical Indian or Pakistani restaurant that most people are used to. They have a different vibe (in a good way) which you notice the moment you walk into Chapati. This is not full service sit-down dining. You walk up to the cashier and order first and then pick up your utensils and water and sit down. Just like other reviewers say, their prices are on higher end, especially in this area- there are a lot of international dining options and I think people are just used to lower priced options or entrees automatically served with rice, bread etc. here at Chapati I ordered this chicken tikka Marsala which was $15 and rice and naan were both extra. I ordered rice which was around $3.50 and no drink. With tip it was over $23, which is probably the highest I've paid in Indianapolis area for this particular dish. I understand that they have a high standard for their ingredients which sets the prices high and I could tell from tasting it. It was very delicious! The serving size was not big, but I wouldn't say small either. It was so good I finished it very fast. There was only one gentleman working as a server/cashier and he was very nice and helpful. I want to try other items here but this will be more like a special treat for myself on occasions. read more

Chapati - Chicken Tikka Masala - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Go for the incredibly kind owners, stay for the DELICIOUS mango lassis, homemade chai, chapati, butter chicken, samosas, and tikka masala. What's chapati you ask? It's an unleavened flatbread from India/Pakistan area (and surrounding countries). Chapati is right off of Lafayette Road, once you've passed 46th Street and the highway. It's in a strip center with a hairdresser and liquor store, and be sure to look far over your left shoulder when driving north on Lafayette, so you can see it tucked in the corner. The inside is super modern, clean and fun. The walls are painted bright colors, there's Indian music videos playing on the TVs, and there are several tables and booths to choose from. It's super cozy, vibey and all-in-all, a great place to meet with a big group of friends. I love that it's family-owned and that they all work together to keep this place top-notch. The recipes they use are from their mom and the brothers work at the restaurant too. read more

Comfort food with an international kick. The Pakistani flavors and seasonings are unmatched. Ali and his family truly have a gem with this one ‍ I'd give 10 stars if I could read more

I am sad I am just now writing a review for this and really trying out the food! My husband and I had our rehearsal dinner here and let me tell you the restaurant was so accommodating. The food was delicious and everything had amazing flavor. My favorite was the beef and rice! I really like the decorations in there and the activities also. I asked the manager if we could bring music in for our rehearsal dinner and he said yes! Anytime I needed anything, it was taken care of! It's also in the perfect location! It's definitely worth trying I give them five stars for their customer service and delicious food Pros Food Service Beef Rice Management Cons N/a Thank you Ali & Chapati read more

Chapati - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Absolutely yes! The food was amazing! Great flavors and well sized portions. We ordered two garlic naans (which we should've just gotten one because they are huge!), chicken tikka masala, and chicken biryani. The place was clean and the service was so quick. 100/10 would come here once a week and never get tired of it! read more

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We went to this place while travelling through Lafayette. Decent looking place with order at counter service self-service for water and silverwares. They also have a table with carrom board set up. Nice Indian ambience. We ordered Chicken gravy and butter paneer. Both were good. Chicken was tender and juicy, Paneer was a little chewy though. Naan was hot and soft . The portion size was little less comparatively. Deducting 1 star for that otherwise it is 4+ (not 5/5 though). Definitely a decent place to explore. read more

Chapati - Chicken and Butter Paneer - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Love the decor and the modern feel of the space. There is also a 2nd restaurant on-site that has killer fried chicken. Tried the paneer, and some grilled items. It was a little salty for my taste personally. I've tried their butter chicken at a Yelp event prior and I honestly regret not ordering that again... the butter chicken was delicious and is going to be my go to next time! read more

Chapati - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Food was good, quality, taste and portion were all nice. Service was also good. So, great points for the food. We were able to take the extra food home as well with self service box's available. The ambiance was not the best with dull environment and low lighting. The outside sign was out, making it hard to know if the place was there or not from far away. Also on the inside the lighting was dull and the old green wall paint made it look gloomy. read more

Chapati is a unique, wonderful, Pakistani establishment that any Indy resident MUST try!!! My favorite items would be the chicken sandwich from Shani's secret menu, and the chili chicken. Their goat biryani was delicious too. The service here is always so great, the workers are kind and genuinely care to see if you're enjoying the food. Not to mention the ambience includes traditional Pakistani games such as Carrom Board, and they usually play Bollywood music videos on their TVs. Also, it's quite spacious inside--great for group dinners. Lastly, everything here is halal which is wonderful for any Muslims or anyone looking for halal/kosher options in the area!! read more

Chapati - Chili Chicken, Beef Nihari, garlic naan - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I was meeting a vegetarian friend who works on the NW side and gave him a few options. I'm couldn't be more thankful for him agreeing to step outside of his comfort zone and try a new place. Let me start with the environment; just wow! The walls that aren't abstract and full of color are adorned in carefully selected creative works of art that express pride and set the tone that introduces you to the menu. For those who aren't sure what to do, there are clear instructions on how to order. I was a bit overwhelmed, too caught up in the vibe to pay attention to the food, but the owner walked me through it, while explaining that the curator and creative was his son who made some of the beautiful tables. If you need to be entertained, pick up a game of ping pong or cards or enjoy the tunes on the multiple screens. I don't know what channel it was but wish I would've asked, as it was lit the entire time I was there! My friend and I had time to admire everything and catch up until our food was brought out (spice to order), and let's just say my mind and taste buds were blown! I had a sample plate with butter chicken and beef nahari served with chapati (flatbread) and basmati rice with tomato and onion. He had a vegetarian combo with naan and we finished our lunch with chai tea. I felt the love and tradition in our dishes and understand why this restaurant made the Top 50 Places to eat in 2017. Thank you Chapati for helping me break my friend out of his comfort zone. We both truly enjoyed our experience and will be singing your praises for some time, and that palette cleanser was some next level ish. In conclusion, I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch experience and will definitely return. My tastebuds, eyes and ears were fully stimulated. My daughter appreciated my leftovers. Anyone who plays Pharrell Williams during lunch has a new best friend. Oh oh oh oh Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah - oh yeah, there's something about you. Yeah yeah yeah yeah. read more

Chapati is a little family restaurant in a small strip mall off Lafayette Road serving Indian and Pakistani foods. The dining room is set up in the style of a trendy cafe with a ping pong table in the front. You order at the counter and the clerk is proud to describe the menu and foods and even make recommendations. One side of the menu is vegetarian and the other side has meat options. We selected three dishes to share - The eggplant masala, paneer tikka masala, chili chicken. We also ordered a side of Basmati rice and garlic naan. We sat while children played ping pong. The food was brought to our table in about 15 minutes. Our server checked us multiple times to see if we needed anything. She was efficient and friendly. My favorite meal was the eggplant masala. The sauce was rich and perfectly spiced. The eggplant was tender. It was one of those meals that you dream about later. The paneer tikka masala was also good and similar to a spicy marinara sauce with chunks of cheese. My husband loved the chicken chili which was tender served with fresh tomatoes and herbs. The food is first rate. read more

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Was craving something different and stumbled upon this place on Lafayette Road. It's tucked away in a strip mall sandwiched between a liquor store and a salon. I was surprised to see how spacious and artistic everything was inside. The person at the counter was very helpful in picking out some dishes so we decided on a Goat biryani and some of the fried chicken offerings with a side of the Desi Chai. The menu was separated into vegetarian dishes (Indian) and more meat dishes (Pakistani). The fried chicken was tasty, but didn't really taste much different than an American fried chicken. The Biriyani was our favorite. The flavors were rich and intense in the rice, but the sauce that comes with it and some of the veggies really balance the intensity of the dish. The chai after the meal was a great pick-me-up with a much needed boost of caffeine. read more

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This may be the best Indian food I have had in the United States. The chili chicken is to die for as is chicken karhai. We also loved the chicken, tikka masala and black dal. Order the extra spicy if you dare read more

Chapati - Chicken tikka masala - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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YUM! I really liked this place :) interior is veryyy lowkey and relaxed with a ping pong table and mismatch lounge chairs around tables. The food was authentic which is what brought me in by recommendation of my friend who recently moved from India. I got the paneer tikka masala with garlic naan, incredible. The garlic naan is like the diameter of a basketball, larger than expected! We also got masala fries and tandoori chicken sandwich off of Shannis Secret Chicken Menu. This is a separate menu from Chapati but you can order it at the register. Plan on waiting 30 minutes for items off this menu, but well worth the wait and fresh off the frying pan! Will definitely come back, they have huge tables so I'm bringing lots of friends next time! read more

Chapati - Chicken sandwich - Indian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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The food is amazing! Very nice options from spicy to sweet. They offer vegan options and halal options as well. The service varies iv always had good service they are respectful people. It's just a language barrier but rarely is that a problem though. They try to up charge you and get you to get a lot of food just ask questions about how big the portion sizes are. The interior design is nice their culture is depicted in the design with a hint of American style dabbled in. read more