The bottom line: great happy hour update. Just visited for the first time in a while and ate/drank…read morethe full happy hour menu (all the food and a couple of drink). The service was fast and attentive, the outside was sun baked, and thr food was tasty. We got two servings of thr chicken tikka nachos, but the only thing that wasn't a smash hit was the bel puhri. The total bill was half of what we would have paid for burgers and fries, what a tasty bargain!

Spice Kraft was delicious! The mango lassi was thick and so fruity. The curry rice bowl had huge…read moreportions and was so flavorful! I really enjoyed the curry chickpeas. I tried the lemon turmeric basmati rice, and it was a little too lemony for my liking with all the other flavors, but it was good. I'll get the regular basmati rice next time because I'll definitely be back!

The food here is so well done! We got the chicken biriyani and the butter chicken, wow oh wow!! So…read moremuch flavor in every bite and my fiance and I were just super impressed!! Even eating the leftovers were delicious and made me crave more. The mango lassi here is also a must freshly made Small thing we did pay $3.50 for garlic naan and were only given one piece, a little much for one piece

It's a fast casual Indian restaurant . My dishes (no garlic no onion) of choice:…read morePlain dosa Sambar Coconut chutney Paneer Tikka Masala Samosas 5 stars for the paneer tikka masala...Pleasant staff...If you decide to dine in and have food to take home, they make this convenient by placing it on a service table. What's on it? Drinking water, cups, to go utensils, to go boxes, bags for your to go box. You do have to take your serveware to a bussing (is that a word and probably not spelled right) and trash station. Nice, clean ambiance.

I've been writing reviews on this restaurant now for some years. Every time I eat here I find a new…read morereason. I've been eating here since Royal Nepal opened and was under different management. I've even dined at both the original (Brambleton, VA) and Arlington locations of Himalayan Wild Yak, a spin-off of sorts by two of the original owners. Both of these restaurants deserve your patronage as well when you're in either Arlington or out by Dulles. They are all great. The difference that Royal Nepal brings to the "table" is simple. They never lost that neighborhood feel and they don't take their patrons for granted. With a location down the block from the Birchmere and nestled in the up and coming Arlandria neighborhood of Alexandria, they project both a hometown restaurant feel as well as an adventurous vibe - have you ever eaten yak? The staff are real gems and the ambiance is a real treat from the "pickled veggies" on the window shelves down to the handmade Nepali napkins, this place is a virtual travelog. I can only say explore their menu and you're sure to find a treasure right here in the neighborhood.

First time trying Nepalese cuisine and our party had a great time! Great portions and flavor,…read morereasonable pricing, attentive service from staff. I liked how the pricing was reasonable even for dishes with lamb (the exact price of the dish is shown instead of charging extra for a better protein option). We also had momos as an appetizer.

This is the BEST Indian place in Old Town! We've lived here about 3 years and we just wish we'd…read moretried it sooner. The food and service were amazing! It also has a really cool vibe on the inside. It's situated at the bottom of the Hyatt on King/Harvard. We ordered the samosa chat, pav bhaji, butter chicken, and CTM. Everything was so delicious. The samosa chaat comes with the tamarind and mint dressings already mixed in. Our server, Sam, was attentive and super kind! He offered us extra rice when we were a bit too enthusiastic with our curry portions. I cannot recommend this place enough!

My cousin and her husband met me in Old Town for lunch a couple Saturdays ago. Initially, we wanted…read moreto grab American brunch nearby, but the wait was over an hour, so we decided to go to Indochen. It's tucked inside of the hotel lobby, a bit odd, but the food was good. STEAMED CHICKEN MOMO (6) - 13 The chicken momos sat on top of a creamy chili garlic sauce that was a bit spicy. The momos were juicy and the filling was soft and flavorful. Good appetizer to share between the three of us. BUTTER CHICKEN - 19 Creamy and rich, tasted a bit sweeter than I was used to, almost like a chicken tikka masala. Pretty standard, but got the job done. Plenty of chicken in our curry. SAAG PANEER - 19 Vibrant green with the perfect loose, creamy texture that wasn't too chunky. Good amount of paneer in our portion. The spinach actually tasted like spinach, which I find rare at other restaurants that also serve saag/palak paneer. Definitely one of the better ones I've had! GARLIC NAAN - 4 Pretty typical, but good nonetheless. It was a bit greasy than I would have liked, but went well with the curries when we wanted to switch between bites of the basmati rice. Portions were pretty big and generous. Everything we ordered hit and all above average. The three of us were quite full after sharing an app + naan + two entrees. Stop by if you're in the area!

Diana: The food was incredible! The restaurant was a bit tucked away but that made it so much…read morebetter Their butter chicken is the best I've ever had in my entire life!!! Service was excellent; our server was attentive but not bothersome. The food came out quickly and the portions were great for the price! the ambiance was calm but not eerily quiet. The indoor decor was perfect for curating a high casual dining experience. GOING HERE AGAIN!!

I love ordering food from here. I have only ever ordered to go when I want to enjoy delicious food…read morefrom the comfort of my home. Parking can be a little challenging during the day so I tend to pick up around 8:30 to 9 pm when street parking becomes available. Their take out boxes have generous portions for me to enjoy leftovers the next day too. This time I ordered chicken biryani and tandoori chicken. The biryani was insanely flavorful without being too oily or spicy. The tandoori chicken came with 4 pieces of chicken with a sauce and rice. All the food was amazing and we had leftovers for the next day!

Twice in one week it's so good. Sat at the bar the second time. Very wide spectrum menu and a…read morereasonable wine list. Seating outside, downstairs if you want quiet and upstairs with a more Indian musical background which includes their bar area. Service was awesome both times. Had the starter of famous the Chicken 65 which I've heard a lot about but never had before. I had it at the regular heat/spice level. My impression was Indian chicken wings/nuggets with a big kick. Super delicious. Will search for this dish again on Indian menus. The portion could be easily shared between two people. And since I came here twice guess what, had it again at the 5/10 level for heat. Garlic naan and Lamb Rogan Josh as a main course which were excellent. I was starved so I woofed it down before taking pictures. On the second time I went garlic naan and chicken tiki masala at 5/10 level.

My first visit to Bollywood Masala was fantastic! The customer service was on point from the time I…read moreentered the door until I left. Very attentive. The dining area was pleasant and clean, which I always appreciate. I ended up ordering one of my usual dishes I get whenever I dine at an Indian restaurant: Lamb Biryani. I wish I would have remembered to take a picture of my meal. This was hands down the most flavorful biryani that I've ever had and I've had a lot of biryanis in my lifetime. The lamb could have been just little bit more tender but that's the only thing that brang down the score from a 10 out of 10 to a 9.5 out of 10. I definitely will be back to try their other menu item and I suggest you do the same if you're ever in Old Town Alexandria.

Nice layout! I…read moredidn't dine in on this visit but looking forward to in coming visits. There is a flight of steps to climb before entering the to-go area so persons need ADA accommodations may find it difficult to access. The parking was also not ideal for customers in the tiny lot space allocated in front of the restaurant. The bar area was very clean and felt modern offering a decent street view down Eads. I did not view the downstairs main dining area unfortunately. The service was swift and efficient. The bartender/server was able to receive my order and deliver it to the chef for preparation. As suggested the food was ready in ten minutes. I ordered the butter chicken and lamb tikka marsala with a side of roti and a side of garlic naan. On the receipt the butter chicken was labeled as tikka but it was butter chicken. The roti was not bad though I preferred the naan more. The garlic naan lived up to its name and was packed with minced garlic mainly toward the center or the bread. It was quite tasty and paired really well with the lamb tikka marsala. The butter chicken was good offering tender marinated chicken breast covered in the smooth and creamy sauce. The lamb was similarly prepared offering a deeper robust flavor and higher spice level. Granted I wasn't asked spice level for either dish. Considering both dishes were ticketed as a tikka I inferred the difference between butter chicken and chicken tikka could be the added spice. Either way both dishes were very good and well portioned giving the clear advantage to the lamb. No photos of the food since it was packaged to-go and not highlighting their creativity with the plating. Overall 3.8 out of 5

I wanted to get some Indian food and this place looked well rated. The pickup orders is upstairs…read morewhere there is also a bar and happy hour with a nice staff. I got the Naan and that was really good. Of the options we got I liked the chicken korma better than the chicken tikka masala. The entrees are not a ton of chicken pieces with a side of white rice and while it was good I did not think the price really justified what I was getting.

I knew this place was good when I found myself thinking about the garlic mozzarella naan five days…read morelater. My husband and I have been fiercely loyal to the same Indian restaurant for years, but this meal may have changed everything. The garlic mozzarella naan was next-level, and the paneer tikka masala was so flavorful and comforting that I'm already planning my next order. Everything was fresh, perfectly seasoned, and clearly made with care. It was so good I forgot to take a picture, even when I live by the motto that the gram eats first. Losing my loyalty to my longtime favorite wasn't on my 2026 bingo card, but here we are. Absolutely delicious.

Service was quick and the staff were very friendly…read more For drinks, I ordered a jal jeera mocktail, which was sweet and tangy, with a mixture of different spices. It was very thoughtful of the waiter to modify the drink to be more suited for my liking, but I wished I tried the original version. The chilly paneer was surprisingly not too spicy; it had a nice blend of garlic, ginger, onion flavor. The paneer makhani was so creamy and had a hint of spiciness (which was perfect for me cuz I'm a wimp when it comes to spice) and the garlic naan went well with it. Would love to come back and try other foods on the menu when I'm around the area again!

It hit perfectly when you are out and want a late night food after hitting the clubs…read more The meat is grilled to perfection, the rice cook with chickpeas so soft and the sauce is perfect amount of sourness. It giving NYC deli vibes. You go in order and pick up your food when they call out your names. No servers, no refill drinks. Just simply good food and good companies

best karahi i have in my life! awesome food!…read morevery authentic! open 24 hours.. very busy and noisy..

It was my first time trying RASA, and I love it! I got a build your own bowl with rice, chicken…read moretikka and some veggies. A perfect quick lunch or dinner, I'll definitely be back!

Overall delicious. This is very much like an indian version of chipotle. You can make a bowl…read moreor burrito. I chose to make my own bowl. I started off with spinach and romaine as my base . I added chicken tikka as my main . Then added various veggies and toppings. Very delicious and filling and very reasonably priced for a meal. I would certainly come back!