Finally tried in person and it was so so so good!!…read more Super soft, fresh, warm garlic naan, really good and large veggies samosas and amazingly flavorful and tender chicken tikka masala. Was a really nice portion as well, two people split those 3 items and it was plenty of food. Also we did spice level 2 and it did have a little bit of a kick but perfect for me! Very intimate vibe, it's a small restaurant so you feel really well attended to and like you're part of the family. Everything came out fast and so so fresh, great experience!

I wanted to try a new spot for Indian food and unfortunately was pretty disappointed. I ordered the…read moreBiryani chicken, mixed pickled veggies, butter chicken, and garlic naan. The biryani chicken usually comes with the chicken bone in, this did not which was surprising. Flavor was pretty bland. Their take on butter chicken was like nothing I've had before where I actually thought I had the wrong order. Not a fan. The mixed pickled veggies were thrown away immediately after trying. The only thing I enjoyed was the garlic naan! Portions were also very large. Unfortunately I don't think I'll be returning here. Pros: parking was fine, service was quick, restaurant seemed clean, portion size

We dined in, but we were the only ones there and it seems like people typically order takeout. A…read morelot of people came inside to pick-up. The dine-in experience was great - I would recommend it The food was so so so good! We also ordered samosas, mango lassi drink, and cheese stuffed garlic naan - which were to die for. The samosas were a tad overcooked, but still delicious. I will say, my boyfriend and I ordered the same spicy level for our dishes (I'm white, he's not) and my food was significantly less spicy than his It was still really good, even though it wasn't as spicy as I wanted it to be. So keep that in mind when ordering! Our waitress was kind and attentive. They played Indian music & music videos on the TV. Everything was clean and it wasn't too loud or quite inside. Overall rating: 4.8/5 stars

Best Indian food I've had in Ohio! And inexpensive in comparison! Can feed a family of 5 for $100…read more Not super busy to dine in and nice cozy vibe.

Very good food and service to match! The ambiance is nice and menu is simple and very well…read morebalanced. A+

This place is delicious! Definitely will come back when I'm in Cleveland again. Hole in the wall…read moreplace (so if you are looking for a fancy place don't come here). Employees are nice. The picture may not see like a lot of food but it filled me up. I did ask for it spicy but it wasn't that spicy. Price is like any other place, paid $20 for all in picture

I dined in with a college friend during a weeknight in early May 2026. It was an impromptu dinner…read morebut I'm glad that I was able to finally visit this Yemen-based restaurant. My friend and I were the only ones in the big restaurant upon arrival. I noticed about 2 different people during the night come in to pick up their to-go order. AMBIANCE -- Cultural music plays in the background. I love all the colourful photos on the wall and the unique light fixtures. FOOD -- I ordered the Mixed Grill ($24.99) - 1 Kafta (beef), 1 Tawook (chicken), and 1 Kabob (lamb) which was served over white rice with 1 tomato, 1 green pepper, and 1 big onion. I don't like onions so I set that aside. The Mixed Grill was a good meal for dinner. It comes in a large plate so it definitely was too much food for me. I gladly took a to-go box home with my leftovers. All the meats were cooked well and tasted good. The lamb was my favourite. The rice served appeared to be a rice pilaf. The complimentary lamb soup was served lukewarm (almost cold) and I didn't like the taste. It's an acquired taste for sure. My friend and I commented that maybe if the lamb soup was warmer that it would have tasted better. I also ordered the Maloog bread as a side dish which is similar to Indian naan bread. The Maloog bread would have tasted better with some butter on it. I asked for butter but the server said she didn't have any. SERVICE -- Complimentary lamb soup was offered and complimentary tea is provided which is nice. The tea is up at the front counter so you serve yourself the tea. The service was good but could be better. The young woman from Afghanistan greeted us at the table with a toothpick in her mouth which was kind of funny but still slightly unprofessional. She laughed and apologized but I said it was fine. I asked for a glass or cup of water and they don't offer that service which was odd. I had to buy a bottled water for $1. Buying the water didn't bother me as it was just $1 but I'm used to most restaurants just offering water on the house. The young hostesses did check on my table a few times which was good. I can see myself ordering food from Dar Alyemen again but I'll get takeout instead of dining in. The neighbourhood where this restaurant is located is a bit secluded. I do love that this is an ethic restaurant that showcases an immigrant business. **** GOAL of 250 reviews in 2026 - 85/250 total reviews in 2026 - 926 total Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Recommended to this place by a friend…read more There was complimentary tea and lamb soup--both quite flavorful. Got the yogurt drink, lamb, side salad, and the malooog bread. The yogurt drink wasn't for me as I'm not used to yogurt that's salty and not sweet at all. I liked everything else. The lamb was so tender and fell off the bone. There was quite a bit of rice that came with it, that we ended up taking it back. A small sized side salad was bigger than I had expected, and it was a crunchy refreshing side to the fatty lamb. Loved how fluffy and big the maloog bread was--definitely worth the price, and perhaps my favorite. Service was decent. Parking available as it has its own parking lot. Overall great food, would consider coming back!

Very authentic and good Indian food. We ate dinner there twice during a 3 day stay and both meals…read morewere very good. The staff was extremely nice. Very impressed with the attention the chef paid in preparing the food, as he asked if it was ok if one of the dishes we ordered took more time than the other food we ordered, as he wanted to get it just right. Be careful -- the food can be very spicy. May want to order mild if you are not used to the spiciness of authentic Indian food.

I visited in March 2026 for lunch. I like Indian food so I knew I would find something on the menu…read morethat I enjoyed. I was in the CSU area and needed food. I noticed Friends Circle restaurant and it looked like a solid option so I stopped in. I ordered the Chicken Dum Biryani and the total was around $13. I enjoyed my lunch. There was white rice in the bowl as well. It came in a plastic container with alot of food. The Chicken Dum Biryani was slightly spicy but manageable because I like spicy foods. The chicken drumsticks were well cooked and there were 2 pieces inside. I thought I took a photo of the Chicken Dum Biryani but I guess not (maybe it's hiding in my phone) or maybe I was just too hungry to worry about a photo for Yelp...LOL. Either way, if you enjoy Indian food then this is a good option. The restaurant has a lot of seating but I took my food to go. **** GOAL of 250 reviews in 2026 - 141/250 total reviews in 2026 - 982 total Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 24 June 2026

Amazing small business owners with flavorful Indian food. I liked that with the service they helped…read moreexplain the menu to me and suggested some new items to try. Its not a dine in restaurant and is for take out only. But knowing everything was cooked to order with takeout made it worth the wait. Will definitely be back. The owner and Chef are a great duo who create cuisine authentically to their culture. Everything was delicious. I ordered the chicken tikka masala, butter chicken and chicken curry. DELICIOUS!!!! oh the raita was good too. Samosa were cooked to perfection

not so amazing. I love Indian food I love the taste, and presentation. I ordered curry goat, the…read moregoat itself was nice the meal was nothing like the picture in the men. Chicken Biryani was dry and had rice knots ie rice clump. Not worth the price. Will not be returning.

The exterior of the place is unassuming, but the decor inside is lovely, and the tables are covered…read morewith white tablecloths. And most importantly, the food is DELICIOUS. For lunch, my friend and I split a pani poori appetizer, thali with goat, and chicken jhol momo. Before our appetizer arrived, the server presented us with complimentary bowls of lentil soup. The soup was warm, flavorful, and comforting, perfect for January weather. Next came the pani poori. The little crispy balls were served cold and made for refreshing & tasty treats. They were great on their own and even better when dipped into the accompanying "sour water," which was a bit spicy and equally refreshing (FYI - the sour water is heavy on the cilantro, so if you don't like cilantro, just be aware!). The thali came with an abundance of food, and we enjoyed almost everything on it. The platter came with a few different curries that were all delicious and well-spiced. One of them had a good portion of tender goat, and another had fried cauliflower and potatoes I couldn't get enough of. The thali also came with a scoop of rice. When we were done with the scoop of rice but only halfway done with the curries, the staff was sweet enough to bring us an extra plate of rice to soak up the rest of the curries. The platter also came with a piece of gulab jamun, which was sweet and rich. In addition, the thali came with a small serving of mango achar. I took a bite, and the pickled mango took my tongue on a journey, LOL. First, I got hit with the super saltiness, then the super sourness, and finally the lingering, intense spiciness. I can't say the mango achar was to my liking, but I don't regret trying it! The chicken jhol momo was fantastic as well, and I couldn't get enough of the tender steamed dumplings and that excellent broth!

We ordered a chicken steamed momo, chicken jhol momo and vegetarian chilli momo. The chilli momo…read morewas the best flavor. The chicken momos themselves were good, but I wish the momo achaar (dipping sauce) and the soup were better spiced. Service was really good - they gave us complimentary daal on the house. The atmosphere was also very nice. Food: 3.5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 4.5/5

As an American, medium spice means something different to me than it does to an Indian…read morerestaurant...but that's a failing on my taste buds and capsaicin receptors. A bright, cheery setting with an Al fresco offering and a beautiful table spread makes you feel like royalty. We each ordered something different and there were positives and negatives for each. The tandoori chicken was good but the texture was a little off-putting. The goat fry biryani tasted incredibly unctuous and meaty, but was surprisingly light. The issue, however, is that it was cooked on the bone and said bones were left in the dish (same with the chicken biryani). Having to fight getting the meat off the bone was a chore, but the occasional bone sliver in a rice dish made for a less than pleasant eating experience (and a dangerous one at that). Finally, the cashew chicken was delightful, but even ordered mild, it was painfully spicy. The food came out at different times, like 5-7 minute intervals for each diner and the pacing was....hmm....let's say it was not concerned with speed...at all...even a little bit. For the money, it was worth the price as the portions were gigantic. The real question...would I go again? If I'm out that way and want Indian cuisine...sure. Would I go out of my way...not so much.

Absolutely amazing experience here. Had the chicken biryani and as usual, the food was flavorful…read morewith the right amount of heat. You get a ton of food for the price. Service is friendly and prompt! I highly recommend the garlic naan!