If you are looking for incredible, authentic flavors served up fast in a pristine environment,…read moreHimalayan House is an absolute must-visit. From the moment you walk under the welcoming sign inside you can tell this place is cared for. It is a beautifully maintained, smaller restaurant that maximizes its space perfectly. The dining area is incredibly clean, cozy, and bright, featuring crisp tablecloths and an awesome "Save the Himalayas" wall mural that adds a great touch of character to the room. The service here is incredibly fast and attentive. We barely had to wait at all before our table was filled with fresh, steaming dishes. The food is where this place truly shines. Everything we ordered was packed with vibrant, well-balanced spices. Appetizers: We started with a perfectly crispy fried pakora/fritter served with sweet and tangy dipping sauces which set a high bar for the rest of the meal. The Momos: You absolutely cannot leave without trying their momos. They are perfectly doughy, juicy, and paired with an addictive orange chutney. We couldn't get enough of them. For the main course, the traditional metal thali tray offered a spectacular variety of flavors. Between the spiced chicken, seasoned potatoes, savory chickpea mixture, and beaten rice, every single component on the plate was an absolute hit. Small, clean, lightning-fast service, and exceptionally great food. Himalayan House hits all the right notes for a perfect casual lunch or dinner. I will definitely be back to work my way through the rest of the menu!

Generous portion sizes for take out. We had chana masala and chicken tikka masala, both came with…read morerice. We also got naan. Everything was as expected, tasty, and filling. The spice levels here are slightly higher than some other Indian restaurants from experience, so would recommend going down one level from your usual.

A 3.5 but rounding up for local. Honestly, I hate buffets, but I did decently enjoy this lunch that…read moreI went to without understanding what I was doing. I had never tried Kumari in the past so I was excited to say something new and then learned upon sitting down that they offer buffet lunches on the weekends for about $18 all in. The service was really spectacular considering, and the tea was really delightful. Mango Lassi was too sweet. The space is quite large and they have seating on both sides of the restaurant. This is a no-frills restaurant and sometimes you have to grab silverware and napkins yourself but with two people working there and a restaurant full of people I thought the service was great. If you like a buffet, then I would very much recommend this place for you for Indian / Nepalese food.

My friends and I used to come here pretty frequently when I was a graduate student at Hopkins…read more Vaguely remember the food being great, and I used to look forward to the Masala chai. Came back for a weekend to show my husband around and thought it would be a good idea to check this place out again after so many years. Maybe the chef has changed or maybe my 25 year old had low standards - but the food wasn't good at all. Everything tasted just.. sweet. However, chai is still good and kheer wasn't too bad either. Still giving it 3 stars for all the good memories associated with it.

Akbar was our go-to for Indian when we lived in Baltimore years ago. We were excited to revisit an…read moreold favorite while on a weekend getaway. We got in a bit late - 9pm ish on a Saturday. Even so, the place was empty, save for a pretty steady flow of Door Dashers. The ambiance was also much different than I'd remembered. I started to get nervous. Were we about to find that an old favorite had slid? GREAT NEWS - this place is still fantastic. We had vegetable samosas and chicken tikka masala. All were excellent, especially the entrees. As a bonus, our server mentioned just to ask for more rice if needed, no additional charge. Food was fantastic, portions were standard, service was attentive. We'll absolutely be back the next time we return to Charm City!

Tried Akbar for takeout last night for the first time and I've gotta say, of all the Indian spots…read moreon Charles St, this is probably my least favorite. It's not that it was bad necessarily, other places nearby are just better in my opinion. We ordered two chicken tikka masalas, garlic naan, and paneer pakora. I was disappointed to see, upon returning home, that they only gave us one side of rice for two orders of chicken tikka. That seemed a little strange to me especially since each order of chicken tikka was almost $20. The sauce had nice flavor but the chicken was tough and didn't fall apart like others I've had in the past. I would've preferred butter chicken but couldn't find it on their menu - maybe I just overlooked it or they have it listed under another name? The paneer pakora was OK, the breading was super thick and not crispy enough. The mint cilantro chutney it came with was unexpectedly spicy. I can handle my spice but I've just never had green chutney have that much of a kick to it. I didn't try the naan but my boyfriend said he's had better. All together it was $60 which seemed a little steep for what we got. The inside is surprisingly cute though and they do offer a lunch buffet. Would I return? Probably not just given the other options in the area.

A smaller restaurant with great food, comfortable ambiance and first rate service…read more Tandav is nestled on a street corner off Broad St. Street parking is the only parking here so you might need to walk a little. Ambiance is nice- set in tables if two and four with seating for ~12 parties. The restaurant was very clean and had a good feel to it. It's a more romantic place, cozy but not setup to feel overcrowded. A great spot for a date Service is very friendly, with recommendations if asked and staff who care about your experience. A nice change from chains and carry out restaurants. Food is on point. We had chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, bhindi masala and garlic naan. Very good seasoning overall and the tikka masala had the right amount cream. Flavors were well developed and savory. Quantities of protein were good yet still plenty of sauce for naan dipping. Spice levels were a little mild compared to many Indian restaurants I have tried so I would recommend ordering one spice level up. The restaurant offers alcoholic drinks and has a decent wine selection. Prices are very competitive. We were very happy with our meal and overall experience. I would definitely recommend Tandav to you with high marks across the board. Cheers!

It's hard to tell when this restaurant is open. Went with out-of- town visitors to find the sign…read more(and online information) saying open 7 days but the lights out and the door locked.

Nepal House is very decent Indian food. We did pick up and everything was packed very well and…read morecleanly. I can't speak to the ambiance but the state of the takeout was good. It's not the best Indian I've ever had but it'll do in a pinch. I was crazing papadam and they do that very well. I like the tamarind and mint sauce and the yogurt sauce is standard but yummy. The butter chicken is flavorful and the lamp as well. The naan was okay and the biryani is quite bland. The worst thing for me is how dry the chicken is. Even though all the chicken was covered in sauce, they were somehow very dry. I'm glad I tried Nepal Place but I would try a different place before returning here.

Ordered takeout from here earlier this week and I have to say, this is probably my favorite Indian…read moreplace in Mount Vernon. There's a few options to choose from and after trying each one, I think Nepal House has the best prices for the best quality and flavor. We ordered the butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, and lamb vindaloo. Each came with its own serving of rice and included generous chunks of meat. They didn't just fill up the container with sauce and call it a day, the serving size definitely reflected the price unlike some other places. The lamb vindaloo was full of flavor and spice with soft squares of potatoes. The butter chicken was creamy and comforting with the right spice level. Everything was ready on time and packed with care. I'd love to return to dine in for their lunch buffet since it seems like a great deal.

I am not an expert, but I really enjoy the flavor of their biryani. The price is decent, but not a…read morelot meat, so I'll pay extra for more meat. As for the other dishes, I felt like it was on the pricier side for a small portion. Taste is not consistent, but when it's good, it's good. Service is also not consistent, sometimes nice and welcoming, sometimes feels like they don't want to be bothered with taking orders. This place is nestled in the corner of a small business area off of Security Blvd and Rolling Road. From the exterior, I didn't expect much, but the interior has tables for both large and small parties. I order for carryout, so I haven't dined in myself, and there usually aren't many customers seated.

The food slaps and is so authentic. I love this place and everyones is always so nice and…read morewelcoming. Get the beef chapli kabob if you can.

This is such a welcome culinary addition to the area! The biryani is by far the best of the Indian…read morerestaurants in the area. Check out the Chicken 65 version and the Chicken Majestic appetizer in particular. They hit the spot! Is it a coincidence that my daughter said her favorite food is biryani after eating here? I think not. The staff is friendly and welcoming, and the environment caters to both a casual evening out with the family and a nice dinner out for date night.

TLDR No more lunch buffet, but the food absolutely delivers. Great curries, excellent biryani,…read morefriendly service, and fair prices. Our group of six went to Hyderabad Stories in Cockeysville planning to dive into their lunch buffet, only to find out they no longer offer it. Since we were already there and hungry, we decided to stick around and order from the regular menu and honestly, it worked out just fine. The space used to be San Sushi before the owner retired, and the interior layout is pretty much the same. It is simple and perfectly serviceable for small to medium groups. When we visited, we were actually the only occupied table, which made for a quiet and relaxed lunch. Since there was no official buffet, we decided to make our own by ordering a half dozen dishes to share. We went with a variety of curries, multiple biryanis, butter chicken, samosas, and plenty of naan for the table. Everything came out at a great pace and the service was very friendly and efficient throughout. The curries were the highlight for me. Some were dialed up with extra heat for the spice lovers at the table, while others were milder, but all of them were packed with flavor and tasted fresh. The biryanis were also excellent, with generous portions of both lamb and chicken. No skimping on the protein here. Pricing was reasonable, and when we split the bill it came out to about what each of us would typically spend at an Indian lunch buffet anyway. Overall, even without the buffet option, Hyderabad Stories is a great Indian food choice in the area and definitely worth checking out if you are craving flavorful curries and solid biryani.

This was a super good bite. Everything was fresh and came out quick enough. The service was good…read moreand the ambiance was nice. It was pretty empty, but we got to eat with a little 'Friends' on TV. Would definitely revisit, if we are in the area!

I was searching for Indian food, our normal go to was closed. We ordered chicken Kabobs (tandoori)…read more, butter chicken and samosas. Everything was fresh and very tasty! Highly recommend checking them out.