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    Kastoori Grill

    3.7 (731 reviews)
    ModerateIndian, Pakistani, Halal
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Chicken Karahi
    Nadia S.

    I was looking for a Pakistani spot around Pike Place and happened to stumble upon Kastoori Grill, so decided to give it a try. I ordered the chicken karahi and chicken dum biryani for pickup. Honestly, I was pretty disappointed. The portion sizes were quite small for the price, which already felt off. On top of that, both the curry and the biryani were extremely oily/ghee-heavy, to the point where it felt greasy and not very enjoyable to eat. Flavor-wise, it was just okay and not at all impressive . I ordered it spicy, but it still came out very mild. It felt like they just added some jalapeños on top, which didn't really add heat or depth. The staff member who handed over the order was friendly but overall the food just didn't feel worth the money. If you're South Asian and used to eating authentic karahi or biryani, you'll probably notice the difference right away. It's a great location, and I really hope they improve because the potential is there, but I personally wouldn't go back.

    Chicken Biryani
    Efrain L.

    Kastori Grill will hit 15 years soon, but it feels like a quiet reset is happening. Over the past few months, it's almost like a new restaurant has emerged. The story behind it is solid. A couple impacted by tech layoffs decided to bet on something personal--their love for food--and go all in on the restaurant. They started small, just three people, and have grown to a team of nine. More importantly, they've raised their standards. You can feel it in the food. Ratings have climbed from the low 3s into the 4+ range, and it tracks. The husband, who runs the kitchen, is clearly thinking in systems; refining process, dialing in consistency, and pushing for better quality using simple ingredients. The result is some of the freshest authentic Pakistani style food in the city right now. Standouts: the biryani (especially if you catch the potato version), tandoori chicken, and lamb. All clean, flavorful, and well-executed. Location-wise, it's easy to miss; right near The Purple by Pike Place Market, tucked into what's basically a hole-in-the-wall setup. But that's usually where the best spots are anyway. They'll serve alcohol if you ask, and it sounds like they're working on expanding their drink program. For now, it's a straightforward breakfast, lunch, and dinner operation focused on getting the food right, and it shows.

    Ciara W.

    Kastoori Grill completely impressed me. The flavors in every dish were outstanding, rich, aromatic, and perfectly balanced. You get that deep, comforting Indian-Nepalese flavor profile without anything feeling heavy. We ordered the biryani, chicken korma, and chicken karahi, and every single dish hit the spot. The biryani was fragrant and perfectly spiced, the chicken korma was creamy and comforting without being overly rich, and the chicken karahi had bold, vibrant flavors that made it one of my favorites of the night. I ordered everything at medium spice. It had a nice warmth, but honestly, I would've loved just a touch more heat, so if you like a solid kick, I'd recommend going a level up. The seasoning itself was spot-on: layered, bold, and deeply satisfying. Friendly staff, generous portions, and a super convenient Pike Place location make Kastoori Grill an easy go-to for delicious, approachable Indian-Nepalese food. I'll definitely be back next time, ordering hot!

    Garlic Naan
    Luzcel T.

    Came here by chance as most of the restaurants were already closed at 3PM. Came with teenagers who have never tried Pakistani or Indian food. We ordered the usual fare of vegetable pakora, garlic naan, chicken biryani and butter chicken. We were recommended to try their lamb bohti. Every dish was flavorful. I just found the butter chicken a bit sweet for my taste. But the lamb bohti was a revelation. The meat was tender and juicy. It was savory with just the right heat. The restaurant was casual with most tables seating 4. But they do have 2 long tables for big groups such as ours. The wait staff was very attentive and helpful. I would say the price is reasonable.

    The view from my table

    My friend and I were walking around after a shift at work and we were absolutely starving, we walked around from Westlake's ASEAN street and all around the waterfront and we looked at so many menus and ratings but our decision was so easy when the aroma from this place drew us in like pie from a windowsill. The prices are very good considering it's right by Post Alley and my friend and I have been to multiple places that serve similar foods but this place is the true hero. The service wasn't overbearing in any way yet they made sure to check in on us enough times. I would recommend this place to anybody who wants some greatly priced, delicious and authentic cuisine. I will say that the portion sizes are off putting at first but the food was so filling and they know exactly what they're doing, so trust the process! You won't regret eating here at all. The interior of the restaurant is honestly pretty nice, it feels like home vs some bright millennial vibe

    Alyssa C.

    Stumbled upon this home in the wall Indian grill on my trip to Seattle. The food is awesome. You have lots of flavorful, spicy, rich dishes from curries to freshly made naan. The veggies were not overcooked nor were the proteins in the buffet area. The gulab jamun was mid. It's served cold and sitting in cold syrup. Very interesting and not good considering I've only had gulab jamun served hot. Anyway, if you're looking for an affordable Indian option in the area go check it out - but don't expect friendly faces to welcome you or an upscale restaurant. Very low key.

    Garlic Naan
    Cecilia V.

    Amazing service! Yummy food ‍. We stopped inside on a whim because it smelled so great from the sidewalk! My sense of smell did not disappoint! The server was so sweet, I requested Keema and even though it wasn't on the menu, he was able to make it quickly in the kitchen. He went above and beyond for me and I really appreciated it(the keema was soooooooo good). If you're visiting the area, this restaurant is definitely somewhere you need to try!

    2 orders of Paneer Tikka Masala and Garlic Naan with black tea
    Trista O.

    Service was amazing! The Tika masala was and the garlic naan was absolutely delicious! The black tea was the best!

    Mango Lassi Chicken Biryani Butter Naan Amazing food! Very attentive service. I ordered my Chicken Biryani hot and it was perfect!

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    Delicious food, Friendliest people, great prices and huge portions! I hope this place never closes!

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    Truly wonderful food. Their Palak planner is simply the best. As is their tandoori roti.

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    Lovely place inside with great food. I had coconut curry chicken and it was great. My friend got…read morethe tikka masala with a spice level of 3, but she didn't feel like it was spicy at all. The garlic naan was fabulous and the rice with very good.

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    Ordered to-go from here last Saturday afternoon, and everything we had was delicious! We tried…read moretheir vegetable samosas, tandoori chicken, butter chicken, saag paneer, garlic naan, and rice pudding. The butter chicken had tender pieces of chicken in a rich, creamy curry. My favorite, though, was the saag paneer, which was incredibly flavorful. The garlic naan was also fantastic. The tandoori chicken was well seasoned, but it was a bit salty and dry. Will definitely be coming back sometime soon to try more of their curries and other dishes!

    This may possibly be my favorite indian restaurant I've tried so far. All the food was so amazing…read moreand well seasoned. We ordered garlic naan, papadum, butter chicken, baingan bhartha, and chutneys. Butter chicken is perfect amount of creaminess and tanginess. It uses thigh meat, which I prefer as the meat is less likely to be dry. The chutneys came with tamarind chutney, carrot achar, and mint chutney. Great to accompany your biryani, rice and curries, samosas, and pappadum. The mango lassi was also great! Everything seemed reasonably priced and I was very happy with my experience. The staff were very sweet. I loved the music playlist in the background and the colorful art on the walls. The restaurant was very clean when we went, and I can always appreciate a clean bathroom when I come across one! I definitely recommend this place to you and your friends!

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    I don't know why Steve and I haven't been to Annapurna Cafe until recently. We have walked by the…read morerestaurant plenty of times when out and about in Capitol Hill and it always smelled great when we strolled by. Well better late than never I guess as we finally made it here and simply loved the food! I got my favorite when it comes to Indian cuisine which was the Chicken Vindaloo. It was wonderful! Steve liked his dish as well (though I can't quite remember what it is)! We got some Garlic Naan to go along with our meal. It was huge! But we chowed it down and loved every moment of it! From the bar which I think is called the Yeti Bar we got some Saffron infused cocktails. The one I picked was the Madras. It wad very good and this type of vodka added a great, unique dimension to the cocktail. We loved it! We to finish off this great meal we got some dessert with some deep fried goodness along with some cream. Yes, we had a fantastic meal here and really went all out by trying everything. Steve and I can't wait to come back and doing it all over again.

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    Food was decent, I like that they add a sauce to the Tandoori chicken. Butter chicken was nothing…read moreto write home about but not amazing either. The naan was very boring, which I guess should have been obvious from the pictures. Servers are inattentive, had to get their attention for ordering, to get the check, and I had to bring the check up to them as well. They're just kind of spaced out not attending to the tables. Ambiance isn't amazing, not first date material for sure, but it was clean and serviceable.

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    When the smell met me at the door, I knew it was going to be a good night. We were at a table 2…read moreminutes later, and had drinks 2 minutes after that, so things went right from the start. By the time my nose was accustomed to the aromas, there was food in front of me. Combo momos to start (the plain and fried are ok, chili are good, sandheko are amazing. Coconut curry, sandheko aloo (potatoes) and chicken followed - and did I mention the sandheko was amazing? We were in & out in 45 minutes, and timed things well, it really filled up by the time we were done. Parking lot is tiny, so may be a challenge, but we happened into a spot which may or may not have belonged to the neighboring business. Would definitely return....assuming I could find parking.

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