Desi Flavors is basically Chipotle for Indian food, and I'm here for it! I've gotten the butter chicken bowl twice now and it is SO good! They are not shy with meat & it's huge pieces! I've done pickup both times and it's always ready right when they say it will be. The staff is super friendly and the place is spotless. And the Desi Fire sauce... It is HOT! I love it, but I can't pour it straight into my bowl I have to dip it here and there. Definitely recommend! read more

Desi flavors - Butter chicken bowl - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Had a craving for Indian cuisine and Desi Flavors didn't disappoint. So glad we took up the owners' suggestion to try their homemade samosas. Really good! Crispy on the outside and fillings were flavorful. Their Chicken tilka masala was yummy! The idea of adding sides such as pickled onions and cucumbers were foreign to me but wow! It went well with the curry. The goat curry was on point. Delicious. Be warned, it is not for the inexperienced. The dish is bony. But, the meat is tender. We think they have the best naan. Be sure to order some. Overall, we highly recommend Desi Flavors. The service is great. We can't wait to try their other menu items. Ambience is welcoming. Enough sitting inside. Lots of parking. read more

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The service was so great. Counter order style restaurant. Think chipotle for Indian food. I ordered the goat curry over rice. No sauces or other accoutrements. The flavors were vey good. That said, there were so many bones that I wasn't expecting. And some of them were tiny. It was kind of scary. I couldn't finish because the bones kept getting smaller. If you like chicken, perhaps this could be a great place for you. They have good flavor, and good service; but limited selections. read more

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What a great concept, an easy convenient way to eat Indian food on the go or quick. I mean I guess they do have buffet style Indian food at other restaurants which is nice, but this is the new way to have it. In a bowl, in a naan wrap, in a burrito. I was taking my husband to an appt across the street and I knew it would take a while so I looked at good 'ol yelp and searched for food near me. Desi flavors popped up saying it was 0.4 miles from me so I had to take a look. I think I caught them off guard because I showed up maybe a minute after they had just opened at 10am. I was thinking dang is it too early to eat Indian food? Naaahhh. I got their chicken tikka masala bowl with cucumbers, corn, cilantro, mango chutney and their house made fire sauce. Deciduous!! The house made fire sauce gave it the perfect amount of heat, but had a tad bit of sweet. The mango chutney had chunks of mango which was super nice to add to every bite of spicy chicken masala. I did eat it there and they still gave you the bowl in a container to where I just needed a lid since I didn't finish it all. Great experience. So, after my husband was done with his appt we went again to try the tandoori chicken naan wrap! Hahaha. It was funny. But that was amazing also. Next time I will have to try the lamb curry. The space was simple and they had a nice tv with their menu on it. And another tv with music videos which was funny because they were some old music videos. Back when I was in high school I feel like. Overall a great addition to south Reno quick cuisine. read more

Desi flavors - Chicken tikka masala bowl with mango chutney and house made fire sauce. - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Neither my wife nor I felt like cooking, so we decided to try something we had never had together before. She asked if I had ever had Indian food, and after I said yes, she mentioned that a friend had recently tried Desi Flavors and really liked it. Since it was close to our house, we decided to head over. When we arrived, a few people had already ordered and were waiting for their food. The restaurant was very clean, and the man behind the counter welcomed us as soon as we walked in. While we were looking over the menu, he asked if it was our first time there. When we said yes, he took the time to explain the menu, walk us through the different options, and answer our questions. I ordered a naan wrap with chicken tikka masala, corn, red onion, cheese, and mango chutney. My wife ordered a bowl with butter chicken and raita, along with a side of garlic naan. He also recommended that we try the samosas, so we added an order of those as well. Our food was ready in about 10 minutes. There is seating available, but we decided to take everything home. Once we started eating, we were both impressed. My naan wrap was excellent. The chicken tikka masala was well seasoned and had a great smoky flavor. The naan was soft and wrapped perfectly, keeping everything together without becoming messy. The mango chutney was probably my favorite part. It had a little spice, but it was more sweet than spicy. The flavor tied the entire wrap together, and I honestly wish I had gotten extra sauce. My wife really enjoyed her butter chicken, and the samosas were also very good. The mint chutney that came with them added a lot of flavor. Everything we ordered was delicious, the prices were reasonable, and the service was top-notch. With Desi Flavors being so close to our house, I can definitely see this becoming a frequent stop for us. read more

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While the ambience is nothing to rave about (you can clearly see old traces of Rick's Deli), Desi Flavors has hit the nail on the head with their food. My family has tried almost everything on the menu since their grand opening, and we are happy to say that you pretty much can't go wrong. A few standout dishes include: Samosas: comes with tamarind and mint chutney. Chai: a generous 16oz in a to-go cup, brewed fresh. (Why settle for other places that use mass-produced powders or concentrates?) Ice cream: doesn't have the traditionally creaminess of store-bought products, but the flavors are amazing. One important caveat: try to learn about basic sauce and topping pairings before you order (or you could end up with some strange flavors like I did the first time). The staff is always helpful with recommendations, so don't be afraid to ask! read more

Desi flavors - Aloo gobi bowl with mango chutney, pickled onions and cilantro (bottom); goat curry with black beans, cheese, and fire sauce (top) - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

7/10/26 This first time trying this place and it didn't disappoint. Me and the wifey wanted to try something new in town and this has come up a couple times in my either TikTok or IG and been wanting to go. I got the Chicken Tikka masala bowl. Comes with rice , I got lettuce , cilantro, and diced cucumber. The chicken was very flavorful and great spices to it not overpowering at all. It was really good. My wife got to goat curry, and I was able to try and it was very tender and very good. She was very happy with it. We also got the samosas which were very nice crispy outside soft inside. As well as the garlic naan, which went well with our bowls, it was all very good. Service was excellent. Explained how it worked and how to order. We enjoyed very much . Not a huge place but plenty of seating inside. Will definitely be back . Enjoy !!!! read more

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Came by for lunch during work and was absolutely impressed! For the price the amount of food and flavor you get is unbeatable. I got the bowl with Paneer, unlimited toppings, and some amazing homemade sauces! The garlic naan was also delicious however I wish it was a bit more buttery. The team working there was pretty amazing and kind to each person in line and very helpful with walking us through the entire process. read more

Desi flavors - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Oh my gosh i am so happy to have this just down the street from home. I wish I could give this place more than five stars! Excellent service and so helpful since it was our first visit here. More than enough portion size and a great unique concept setting themselves apart from everyone else in town. A chipotle style establishment, great for quick ordering on lunch breaks, or an early dinner. You get to choose between a wrap (naan), a bowl, or a burrito. Then choose anything else you'd like to add, and definitely take advantage of some sauces on the side, they are so good! The handmade Samosas are buttery, crispy, and go really well with the mint chutney and tamarind chutney, both absolutely incredible! We also had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Jazz and talking about his dad and brother, and their vision for the future. It was really nice chatting with him and learning more about all of the effort that goes into their dishes. We wish them nothing but the absolute best and success. Good conversation, and positive vibes. Jazz also graciously brought out some sample cups of the goat curry. Oh my gosh it was so tender, and phenomenal flavor! There's bones though (worth it) but definitely be careful while enjoying the goat. They are still setting up the overall atmosphere of the space, but with their incredible family vision it's going to look amazing and I can't wait to see it. Much love and support to you all at Desi Flavors. May you continue to be around for a long time. read more

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This is like Chipotle but Indian food, you can build your bowl or get it in a wrap or as a fusion burrito. The food was excellent it was flavorful, it came out hot and fresh, and the portions were generous. We chose the tikka masala bowl, the goat curry bowl, the samosas, and the garlic naan.... We will definitely frequent this spot and tell our friends. We hope they are here to stay!! Btw the staff was very friendly and helpful. read more

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Great new place in south Reno! Sometimes the south Reno options feel limited. A lot of sandwich places and every chicken shop around. Sometimes I think something unique would be a welcome addition. Excited to find this spot. Got the Chicken Tikka Masala and my son got butter chicken. Ordered some naan and mango drinks. All was great. Even tried the fire sauce (on the side) and it's fire. Be sure to try it. Really friendly people work here, which never hurts. Try it! read more

Desi flavors - Tikka Masala - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Indian food is one of my go to cuisines, and this place did not disappoint. The food was delicious, and everything I tried was cooked perfectly. Their mango lassi has to be one of the best in town. It's flavorful, refreshing, and the perfect complement to the meal. My only suggestion would be slightly larger portions, as I'd love to see the plates and cups filled a bit more. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely come back. read more

Desi flavors - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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I had to try the new restaurant that took over the Rick's Deli spot. First of all, I love Indian food, and having a bowl just makes sense. It's a great concept. I think also a family operation. It needs some personality added to the decor, but they are new and working on it. Kind of a bare bones operation for now. I saw that they are on Door Dash now too - so you might try it there if you can't get over to the restaurant. I had the tikka Masala bowl with garlic naan. Plentiful portions and delicious food. The owner came and asked how everything was (taking the temperature of patrons is a great idea). I mentioned Yelp and he said he'd met Michael and they were working through kinks before having an event, but it's on his radar. So, fellow yelpers and elites: Stop in for a quick bite and say hi and let's get Desi's on the food map! read more

Just another great idea. Used to be that the only way to have Indian food was to go to a sit down restaurant and maybe pay $30-50 per head. Food was always good but what if I just wanna get lunch or a quick bite for dinner and don't wanna break the bank? Here's your answer. Great popular Indian dishes (vegetarian options included) in the create-it-yourself format, a la Chipotle. But you're not gettin butter chicken or curry goat in your Chipotle bowl, are you. Choose a bowl, burrito or naan wrap. Choose your protein, sauces, other toppings and call it a meal. They also have sides. I can never resist getting a couple samosas to go with mine. I chose the naan wrap. Fresh naan made in house with chicken tikka masala. Huge naan wrap that was so satisfying. My wife got a butter chicken bowl with masala corn, cucumber and SHREDDED CHEESE? Hey, it's your choice. Food was plentiful and delicious. Samosas were crispy outside and maximally stuffed with potato/peas/curry and all the stuff. Chutneys were superflavorful. Service was super friendly. If you don't get it, they'll explain it. Bill was about $53 but only because I couldn't help myself and had to add samosas and a mango lassi, also excellent. If it was just the meals, we're probably out the door for for about $30-35 for two of us. I could eat at McDonald's for that much. But why? Go support this business and concept. It will already be a habit for me. read more

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This place was as advertised. If we wanted a full on restaurant experience with restaurant prices, yes 7 would be the go-to. But for lunch on a rainy Monday in May, Desi was perfect! Larger seating area than we expected and very clean. Both gentlemen working the front were helpful and patient. They do need another person up there to maybe cashier/expedite. They don't have their full menu available yet but we tried the butter chicken in a naan wrap, saag paneer in a bowl and an order of samosas. We would order all items again. read more

We had a nice time here recently and sampled some of the food. It was a brief visit where we were waited on by nice staff. We will be back to try more! read more

Visited this new restaurant for lunch on a Monday. I went with a few colleagues on our lunch break. Half of us ordered through their website for pickup and the rest ordered in person. When we arrived, the place was very busy. It took about 10 minutes to get our pickup order and 25 minutes to get the orders placed in person. I would have given them a 4.5/5 stars if I could due to this wait, but I assume this will get better. Desi Flavors only opened 2 weeks ago so I think they are still working out the kinks. The food was phenomenal and absolutely deserves 5 stars. I ordered the naan wrap with tikka masala chicken, cilantro, raita sauce, cucumber and pickled red onions. Everything was flavorful and the naan was to die for. The portion size was also great for the price ($14.50). The rest of my party ordered a variety of bowls and naan wraps and everyone has been raving about the food all week. They also have a mango lassi that was a hit! This is a great addition to the Reno food scene and I'm sure it will do well as a lunch spot since it's surrounded by businesses! I know I'll be back to check them out again in a few weeks and hope they will have figured out how to reduce their wait times. read more

I never visited Rick's Deli (the former restaurant space), but from the reviews you can say the ambiance is about the same. Still a spacious little diner like environment, a single TV, menu on the wall, with a buffet style non-self serving setup. It's pretty straight forward. Desi makes good Indian food. The service was good. Jas I believe his name was, was absolutely courteous, offered me and my friend good recommendations. I had their Chicken Masala bowl with a few extras on top and it was good, comparable to other popular Indian restaurants in town, but the serving size was small. A healthy amount though come to think about it. I was able to finish it in one setting. I didn't feel full which can actually feel satisfying at times. I ended up having their Chai to drink afterwards and often times I'm critical of being served a drink in a large cup with half the fluid portion size, but was good. A hot drink. I can live with that. Was that worth $5 though? Overall, the flavors were good, portion sizes okay which made for a satisfying, lunch time meal. I'll definitely go back and try their burrito and Naan wrap. Try it for yourself. Especially if you like Indian food. It was served fast, it's conveniently located South of town and it tastes good. It's satisfying. I'll take pictures next time. read more

New Spot Alert ‼ , from the moment I walked in, the staff made a strong impression. Super helpful, patient, and genuinely willing to answer questions without making you feel rushed. I ended up ordering a bowl with a chicken option that's not even on the menu yet ( pro tip ask about it.) It wasn't breaded, just perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. The chicken was tender, juicy, and not chewy at all. There was a slight kick at the end, but nothing overwhelming just enough to keep things interesting. It came on a bed of rice that was cooked exactly how you'd want it. You're able to customize your order with sauces and toppings. I kept it pretty simple. I just added cucumber, which balanced out the spices perfectly. Needless to say I'll be returning. read more

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Well they didn't have that full menu that they advertised last time which was a bit of a bummer (employee gal didn't know what we were talking about), but looks like they may have seen my wish for some Indian art because there was some on the walls now, which was nice. I wasn't a fan of the big TV playing modern U.S. music videos-- would have much preferred Bollywood film songs / Punjabi music videos (my favorite casual Indian restaurants back in California always had those going) or even Cricket. Also my bowl this time was so generously portioned again, but incredibly spicy-- not something that would probably appeal to the average tastebuds out here in Reno. I really want to love this place but it's just not doing it for me yet. I'm sure they'll do well enough if they keep things spicy and just kinda cater to that market but if they mild things out they might appeal to even more tastebuds out here. read more

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Had to go and try Desi Flavors for myself and brought my wife with me. We had the goat curry, butter chicken, garlic naan, cheese naan, and also tried raita, mango chutney, and desi fire sauces. Not only am I going to go on record and say everything I had was a 10/10, but this place is now in my top 3 favorite food spots in all of Reno. I can't wait to go back and try the rest of the menu because this is now going to be a regular rotation, I could eat here everyday. They really outdid themselves, and not to mention the restaurant very clean, and the staff were friendly! read more

Desi flavors - Bowl Bowl Naan Wrap Naan Wrap - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Quick and fresh! Man this stuff is savory! The proteins are really well seasoned and tender, fresh veggies, and the samosas are crispy (don't forget the mint chutney!) Mango lassi definitely has a different flavor (in a good way) then most of the eateries in town. House made without the fluff! Friendly, quick, healthy, and on a track record to overtake Chipotle if I have anything to do with it. This is a quick eats place so ambiance reflects accordingly. Get in, eat, get out. read more

Desi flavors - Butter Chicken bowl, chicken tilla bowl, goat curry bowl, samosas, mango lassi - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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What I forgot to mention in my first review is that this restaurant lacks restrooms. I tried to go in the back to look for a bathroom and they did not have one. These people should respect their clients' preferences because my friend also asked if her food would be spicy, and they answered that the sauce she chose is mild. read more

Eaten here a few times. My favorites have been the samosas, tikka masala, and the goat curry. I've really enjoyed everything.

It is like Chipotle for Indian food. Delicious and filling. I had the Butter Chicken bowl topped with pickled red onion, fresh cilantro and corn. The mint chutney and mango lassi are both refreshing. Also ordered the samosas and naan bread. A lot of food with leftovers for another meal. Good fast service. Tables inside to eat. Clean and air conditioned. read more

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My wife got this to-go last night and after one bite I already knew I had to come back the next day to get my own. The moment you walk in, you can already smell all the amazing flavors and it gets you excited to eat. Absolutely packed with flavor, fresh, delicious, and honestly one of the best meals I've had in Reno. The service was great too. The gentleman at the cashier was super helpful and gave great recommendations on which sauces to try, which made the experience even better. Every bite was amazing. Definitely a must try if you're in the area! read more

Desi flavors - Butter chicken bowl. Rice letter cilantro and cucumber - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Food was amazing, loved customer service the two gentlemen that helped us were super nice and helpful with the menu since it was our first time here, definitely will be back! read more

Food was very good. Not really a sit down menu sorta place, more like grab and go from a limited menu. Don't take a date you are trying to impress, probably a go-to for lunch in the industrial park. Nice staff. No beer :-( read more

Great food! Great service! Great recommendations! Definitely telling everyone to come and returning myself :) read more

Desi flavors - Garlic naan, Tikka Masala, Samosas - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Highly recommended! The owners are very hardworking and kind so that's a plus for one. And two the food is freshly made you can tell that it's not sitting out, the whole restaurant is clean and the portions are great! This will be my go to restaurant for Indian food moving forward! Also fun fact: one of the owners was the blue ranger in one of the newer power rangers that came out, that adds more cool factor to this already amazing place! read more

Desi flavors - Butter chicken was so flavorful and juicy you could tell this was freshly made. There's so much love in this dish I was so satisfied! - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

Outstanding food. Fast, great service, smiling faces. A great addition to South Reno. Had a saag paneer and butter chicken bowl and they were absolutely A+. The samosas were crispy and delicious. The mango lassi was also on point. I will be back read more

Had chicken tikka masala. It was really tasty. Good location. The bowl is very filling. read more

Desi flavors - Chicken tikka masala, rice and raitha. - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

I went For my lunch break and it was amazing. It reminded me chipotle or Qdoba and the order went, but the butter chicken was amazing and the portions were very large. read more

Had an awesome chicken tikka wrap made with garlic naan. You can pick what you want in the wrap or bowl or whatever you choose. I'll be back for more! read more

Great value for money. Food was flavorful too. I ordered the goat curry and wasn't disappointed.

Just left. Soooo good. We're very excited to have them so close by. We'll be back. Want to try everything on the menu. Definitely check them out Flavorful meat and tasty chutneys their hot sauce is legit too. read more

Had the chicken tikka masala bowl with garlic naan and a mango lassi. Everything was delicious! Friendly service makes up for the no frills atmosphere. Only reason I couldn't give 5 stars is because the portions are small for the price and naan is expensive for one piece. Will definitely go back though next time I'm in Reno and want fast Indian food. read more

The atmosphere and the food is amazing! It really tasted like home cooking with a new twist read more

Desi flavors - Mango Lassi is solid - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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This place just opened last week and it is INCREDIBLE! My friend and I went last night - she ordered a naan wrap and a side dish, and I ordered a bowl (buttered chicken) and a side of garlic naan. The food was delicious, service was wonderful, and everything was thoroughly enjoyed. Will definitely be back! read more

Desi flavors - Buttered chicken bowl and garlic naan - Indian Near Me - Reno, Nevada

The service is wonderful. I had the butter chicken bowl with the garlic naan and samosas. The flavors were so good. I will definitely go back , it's a great little restaurant. read more