Jani M.

Came here due to a craving and this place didn't disappoint. The staff is very friendly and the vibe is just relaxed more than anything specific. I got the butter chicken and a side of garlic naan and everything came out tasting great. I like they give you an option for your spice level too so you can change it up depending on how you feel that day.

Carlo B.

Nice people, good food and cool space to eat. The tandoori wings are sizzling, tender and well seasoned. The butter chicken and the lamb curry were both delicious and a nice balance for each other. Nice little stop in that's about a half mile from the airport - definitely walkable without heavy bags.

Joann B.

I showed up for lunch around 2pm and the dining room had a good amount of diners. I had heard about Indian Twist a few times, but it's taken me this long to finally eat here. I ordered lamb biryani (mild) and vegetable samosas. The potatoes in the samosas had a flavor that I can't place. It seemed like the samosa stuffing had mustard in it maybe? The flavor was kind of sour/tangy, something that I've not tasted before in any samosa that I've had. Flavor profile aside, the outside of the samosas were crisp and the potatoes were cooked well, soft and not mushy. The biriyani was pretty good. I couldn't identify the different fruits in this dish, but I didn't taste much sweetness to the savoriness of the rice and lamb. I used some of the mint chutney with the samosas and the biryani and that gave a spicy kick to each bite. Service was fairly quick. I had my own carafe of water that was infused with lemon and mint. When you get seated and order, the server brings a tamarind and a mint chutney to the table, as well as papadum. It's one of my favorite Indian snacks in all its crunchiness and peppery-ness. I would order more, but then I wouldn't have any room for my meal. Now that I know what their version of mild is, I'll definitely try medium spice level next time.

Yelena R.

I wish this place was a little more consistent. We come here a few times a year when we crave Indian food. Sometimes it's excellent and sometimes the food is lacking flavor or the naan does not appear fresh or the chutney is so runny, like water However, had lunch here on Saturday and omg it was good. The vegetarian samosas were excellent. Chicken tikka masala was creamy and the naan super fresh. I wanted to hug the cook The service here is always great!

Tonight my husband and I enjoyed a wonderful meal at Indian Twist. As a vegetarian, I really appreciated Jimmy, the owner, taking the time to recommend the garlic naan and Baingan Bharta--a delicious smoky eggplant dish. Everything was absolutely delicious, and the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. A special thank you to Indian Twist and Jimmy for generously donating gift cards to our school for teacher appreciation--it truly means a lot to our community. We're already looking forward to many more enjoyable meals here. Thank you for such a wonderful evening!

Mark S.

I really like this place. The food is really-really good, the ambiance is warm, comfortable and inviting, and the service is always exceptionally pleasant. My wife and I are semi-adventurous when it comes to food, as we pretty-much are always "up-for" and willing to try anything at least once (unless it's something really "out-there", like guacamole--or mixing barbecue sauce and ranch together to dip our dinosaur chicken fingers in) (*I'm kidding, we actually do often ask our servers, at any restaurant we visit, for recommendations on something that people don't often normally order that they personally like, or that might have cultural significance, or is just a wacky thing the chef or owner offers). Anyways, despite normally being a bit of an, "eat outside the box" type of couple who cherishes new experiences, for some not-quite-understood reason, whenever we go to Indian Twist, we almost always get the exact same order. In case you are wondering, the menu selections that we go with are: Chicken Tiki Masala, Saag Paneer, the Chana Masala, an order of the garlic nan, and two of their flavorful iced teas.). Avid reader and diner that you are, you probably recognize this is as the classic "Rookie to Indian food" order. Although we have tried (*and loved) quit a few of their other more exotic offerings, this is what we almost always go with when we go. Serving portions are generous and we always take home enough for a yummy lunch the next day. I have already described the staff here as pleasant, but I'm gonna mention how nice they are here again. We have had 4 or 5 different servers over the years, and this place has been universally consistent in regards to the fact that whomever helped us was always professional in demeanor, exceptionally warm, and generally gave off the vibe that they really wanted us to enjoy the experience. Furthermore, at the risk of making a stereotypical statement, I have found that the people in my life who I have known from India (or are of Indian decent) tend to be exceptionally good with people skills and exude a warmth and a caring charm. The folks at Indian Twist (not all of them are of Indian decent) are not doing anything to break this cliche'. Warm smiles and head-nods of acknowledgment and appreciation are given out freely by the cooks working feverishly over steaming pots and pans filled with aromatic delectables. I also noticed the, "head-nod-bow with finger-tips and palms together" (you know, the classic Hindu greeting) being used by staff to welcome patrons as they are escorted to their tables. I feel obliged to share that I am a person who has been described as a, "*George Clooney doppelgänger". So...I often wonder if that has some bearing on why we are always treated so well when we dine out. (*That's not true at all, but I made you look at my photo. Ha.). (Yes, you are right...I really need to grow up... but, let's get back to the main idea of this paragraph..). We do get treated well when we go out. I attribute this to always making an effort to establish a warm, mutually caring and friendly vibe with our servers. We also try to NOT be, "pain in the arses" by asking for special treatment, as restaurants can get super busy and hectic, so asking for special treatment, in my opinion, is one more headache that they shouldn't have to deal with . We also make it a point to tip well (even if the service slips a little bit--as this is often out of the control of the server). And this always makes my wife tell me that I am acting like one of those characters in a, "you can't always help becoming your parents" commercials, but I make an effort to acknowledge the efforts of those who are out-there toiling in the service industry. I don't want to make too big of a deal of it, so often I will quickly and quietly let a wait person know they did a bang up job. (I also like to let management know that they, "got themselves a good one there".) In my youth, I worked in numerous restaurant jobs and still vividly recall the faces of those who were exceptionally kind, as well as those who were thoughtless and showed behavior that was really unpleasant. *Excuse me while I step up on this soap box... I think we all need to have an empathy for those who cook, bring food to our tables, and clean up for us, after we are gone). I'm not virtue signaling here, just pointing out that when dining out, a little friendliness and understanding makes it better for all. I'll finish by sharing more about the ambiance. The color palate here is a pleasing blend of rich blues and greens. Ceramic pots and a flock of metal light fixtures add to decor. Music that is played here is from India (duh!) and Music videos from Mother Bharat can be watched as one dines, and they add to the slightly exotic energy. If you have not tried Indian food yet, or are just in the mood for something from the Far East, this is one of Tucson's better spots to give it a go.

Miriam S.

Came in with my partner, who's a big fan of Indian food, and he was genuinely impressed by both the quantity and quality of what was offered. The flavors were bold and authentic, and the portions generous. Service was attentive and friendly from start to finish. If you're in the area and craving Indian cuisine, this spot is definitely worth checking out!

Emy H.

My husband and I were looking for a good Indian restaurant. We just moved to Tucson about a year ago and we were hoping to find a really good Indian restaurant and we definitely found it! The servers here were very kind and attentive. The food came out in a timely manner, and it was so delicious! The spices were perfect in the lamb rice And my bread was to die for! It was actually better than the Indian restaurant back in our home state so we are so excited to make this a regular spot.

Alex J.

Came on a Sunday night with my dad, cousin, and friend. It was moderately busy but not out-the-door packed, and while service was friendly it was slower than expected (felt like about 8-10 minutes passed before our drink orders were taken). Unfortunately, even though my dad wanted to try Indian food as he's had it maybe once or twice, the friend had a low-spice tolerance so we ended up getting everything mild. :\ While the navrattan korma and butter chicken were flavorful, they needed a bit of a kick to elevate the flavors more. The garlic cauliflower was a bit like buffalo wing, breaded cauliflower, not much garlic flavor. I did enjoy everything with the fresh garlic naan and basmati rice, though. While the atmosphere isn't the "authentic" experience, the food was pretty good and service was friendly.

Lauren M.

Tried Indian Twist recently and overall had a good experience! The food came out quickly, and the server was very kind and attentive. Food was excellent. I really enjoyed the garlic naan, chicken tandoori , chicken vindaloo, all were flavorful and well-prepared. The beans dish, while tasty, was a little too spicy for my personal preference, to the point where the heat overpowered the actual flavors. I actually really like spicy foods but the spice over shadowed the other flavors a bit in this dish The food came out quick. Some of it was pipping hot, as if it was quickly zapped in a microwave before service. I actually burned my mouth on the beans. But the taste of the food was excellent. I really liked the ambiance. The decor was cute. Had a nice vibe. One concern we had was with the chutney service. They bring it to the table in medium size, open jars with spoons already in them. When we asked for a small to-go container for the chutney, we were told they don't allow that and that the chutney is only available for purchase. The server mentioned that the chutney is "very expensive to make". That's totally understandable , but it left us wondering... if guests can't take it with them, and it's served in open containers, are those same jars being reused from table to table? Since the chutney is very expensive to make it is unlikely that they are tossing the full jars after each table's use. If so, that raises a potential food safety and cleanliness concern, especially if people are dipping food or used spoons into the jars. A suggestion, maybe offer smaller, single-serve portions of the chutney for each table, and allow guests to take a small portion home. Sauces of that nature should not be reused between guests. It would feel more sanitary and avoid any cross-contamination worries. Honestly while we enjoyed the food, we left with some significant concerns about the food handling. Overall, solid spot with tasty food and friendly service if you are craving some good Indian food in tucson. just a couple of tweaks could really elevate the experience.

Jackie A.

***UPDATE*** Ok, so I went back to try some more yummy things and well as you can see I was so excited that I forgot to take a picture before I inhaled it all ‍ That's a HUGE compliment Let's just say I was not disappointed and as a matter of fact I can't wait to go back and try all the awesome recommendations Victor gave me. Thank you "Indian Twist" for another awesome date night

Christina Z.

Visited twice for lunch and always leave satisfied and with leftovers. The portion sizes are decent, and food is flavorful. - For starters, we've had the vegetable pakora and cheese fingers - a bit heavier on the breading for my preference but not too greasy. - The Aloo Gobi is a solid choice for vegetarian dishes and is on the lighter side. - For meat entrees, we enjoyed the chicken tikka masala and lamb vindaloo; if you're hesitant about lamb, it wasn't too game-y and was well-spiced with the gravy. - Recommend ordering the garlic naan to dip in the tasty tikka masala sauce.

Depeka S.

We have been to Tucson several times and somehow love the Indian restaurants in here compared to Phoenix. This place was a new find and it's definitely our new favorite now. The staff is really humble and warm so you will always feel welcomed. Food tasted great! The roti was exceptionally soft and well cooked, paneer tikka masala was flavorful with soft paneer and my folks loved their chicken Rogan Josh too. Upon arrival we were served complimentary papad with chutneys which was nice too. I love the spa water carafe they serve at the table with mint and lemon in it. We also ordered chicken nan which was nice however forgot to take a picture of the same.