This is an outstanding restaurant with the classics as well as some innovative dishes. Indian Pizza? Yes, add a twist and your palate will be in heaven. The cocktails are unique, the wine list with great choices. The service is impeccable. Had a great night of food and drink in a sheik and cozy atmosphere read more

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We loved every moment of eating at Kiran's. The seats are plush and comfortable, the lighting is low and moody, and the service is kind and attentive. All in all, the environment alone allowed us to happily sit and talk for hours. The food, though, was just fantastic. We loved every part of our meal! The wine topped it off to be a wonderful experience. Our server was knowledgeable and helped us choose a unique wine to suit the dishes we chose. read more

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Located near Levy Park on Richmond. This used to be a pizza place a year or two ago I believe. Free parking available behind the restaurant around Levy Park. There must be 2000 square feet of restaurant. The inside is unbelievably huge. When our party went in, there must've only been 6-10 people in the entire restaurant, not sure how they stay open unless it's packed every other time. The menu is trying to go for the upscale Indian angle. Some items don't seem very Indian so we tried to stick with more traditional looking items. We got lamb for apps (5/5 tender and tasty). The chaat was alright, nothing special (3/5). The dosa looked more impressive than it tasted (it was $28... 2/5). Mains were more staples that are recognized. Lamb vindaloo, chicken Tikka Masala, lamb khorma. These sauces were a little on the water side. The meat were straight up 1 inch chunks, which was a little odd. The sauces weren't fabulous either. I believe each dish was $20-30 and the portions were tiny. Overall, I don't think this is great value and if quantity is less, quality should be more, right? Didn't really feel quality was that much more and taste wasn't 2x or 10x better than food I've had at a much more affordable price point. read more

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My first experience at this place was horrible and I never wanted to go back to this money sink. I had to revisit as my friend decided to celebrate his birthday at this resturant. They no more validate the parking. With little to no parking you are bound to pay for the parking. We were in a group of 15. Service: it took a while to get the order. More than it takes for any resturant to serve a table of 15. Even then the food was misplaced and we had to figure out who ordered what. Food: Food was tasteless. They boast of Indian resturant but there food is blend. I doubt they even care. Price: This place is money sink. Everything is expensive and heavily priced. Surely not worth it. Ambience: ambience is good. Overall: 1 star for serving food. Wont recommend this place to anyone. read more

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Phew where to start! Had a lovely Monday night experience here and was honestly surprised at how much I enjoyed everything. Service: service was top! Before seating, we were taken care of at the bar before our whole party arrived. The bartender gave great drink recs and was so great to talk to. Once seated, our server Sage, took care of us efficiently and had great recs when we needed them. Food came out at a timely manner and sometimes the curries look alike but every dish was explained to us. Taste: The food surprised me. I remember coming to Kirans many maaaany years ago and thinking it was ok (mostly because I don't like Indian food 'fused' with anything). This time however, the food was quite authentic in my opinion. The vindaloo was delicious and spicy as it usually should be, the madras had a deep curry flavor, and the prawn was super flavorful. Overall the food was 5/5 for me, really impressed with it. Is it expensive for Indian food? You could argue yes. Unreasonable? No. Between the 9 of us we got 8 curries, 5 appetizers, a dessert and a few drinks and didn't break 100 per person. Quite reasonable and worth the money to be honest. This might not be the case in the event of a date or a small group so take that in mind. I would recommend this place for larger parties to get your moneys worth or as a special celebration dinner where you don't mind splurging. It's a gorgeous restaurant with delicious cocktails and a good wine list, you are paying for the experience. Will be returning! read more

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For some reason I hadn't made it to the "new" Kiran's before but I love the new building, decor and really everything about the space, particularly the beautiful and spacious bar area. The furniture is great and you have room to spread out and try all of the yummy dishes. We had some happy hour items and some regular bites and drinks. The happy hour hibiscus drink is delicious and beautiful. I loved the very buttery Chardonnay I had - just perfect. Food was all delicious too. I can't recall everything we ordered but the sliders and fries were tasty - I liked the paneer. The pakoras and samosa were yummy and filling. We also tried the beet tartar that was lovely and light. I loved that we were comfortable and didn't feel rushed at all. The happy hour is a great way to give it a try but my regulars say everything on the menu is good! Also they validate if you park in the garage. read more

Kiran's - Hibiscus royale - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

This was my 1st visit to Kiran's and I was pleasantly surprised! I love spicy and flavor filled food and the menu did not disappoint! I enjoyed the Bison meatballs, chili tikka, saffron rice, Prawn Bhuna and topped off with the sorbet, chocolate cake and the bread pudding!!!! Definitely bringing my husband for a special dinner! read more

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Amazing Indian food in Houston, TX. While the prices are on the higher side, this a perfect spot for any special occasion. I came here with my boyfriend & his family to celebrate his graduation, and we had a great experience. For starters, we ordered the mango lassi (so so good) along with the Delhi chaat and sev batata poori - both were delicious, but the flavor of the Deli chaat was my favorite. As our entree, we decided to share the lamb korma, bengan bartha, and aloo mattar paneer with Kiran's naan and lachha paratha. The meal was incredible - I can't imagine any of these dishes having a better flavor. If I had to choose, my favorite was the bengan bartha as this was the best version of the dish I've ever had. I also really liked the lachha paratha and would for sure order that again. Our waiter was very friendly and made sure we were taken care of throughout the meal. We also received a free slice of cake for my boyfriend, which was so nice. We look forward to coming back to celebrate again in the future! read more

Been here twice dine in and takeout. Very expensive for Indian but the 30 bucks per entree was totally worth it. By far this is my top Indian go to place in Houston. Butter chicken and the vindaloo is a must. The lamb biryani is also insanely good. The tandoor they use to cook all the food in leaves a delicious char flavor in every bite. Next to Aga's this is the best so far. Also if you want to impress your date dress up and take her here it's quite fancy.by the way take out they give you a huge portion of entree. By far the money you pay goes towards the insanely high quality chicken thighs, lamb, herbs, spices and excellent service. Not to mention the location is in the same build as a corporate bank office. read more

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This is an upscale restaurant; reservations are recommended. I know this is Houston, and attire here tends to be casual, but leave your hats, flip flops, shorts, and athletic wear at home. This restaurant is geared more for adults. If you want to bring young children, you can make a reservation for 4pm to 5pm. Surprisingly, they allow dogs on the patio, so if you don't mind dining with dogs, that's an option. Personally, I'd rather dine with kids than dogs. The menu is extensive, and they have plenty of vegetarian options. I had the Daal Makhni and the biryani with vegetables. Both were good enough that I would return, but not amazing enough for me to order either one again. Nothing was spicy, so if you want some extra zing, you'll have to request it. Overall, this place offers high quality Northern Indian cuisine in an upscale environment. It's not my favorite Indian food spot in Houston, but I would recommend it. read more

This place right here! If you have not been, please go. Celebrated my 51st today and this was the spot.. before any thing else, I have to give a shout out to our server (((Brandon)))! He was a phenom last evening. Server and Service : Top Notch Noise level: Dinner appropriate Lighting: as my party seated they dimmed (perfect) Parking: Valet or First come, First serve on street parking, there is a nearby garage as well. Reservation was as 6:30pm, Appetizers were served around 6:40pm Dinner served @ 7:06pm Birthday dessert served around 8pm Again, shout out to Brandon, he was unbelievably outstanding. I just wanted to say it was and awesome night at an awesome restaurant. Their food was indescribably delicious, enough to order carry as well... Oh and they cater to vegan eating also. Until next time, Bye-Bye! read more

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Great dinner! My favorite was the Raj Katchori the chai was perfect, no sugar and beautifully presented. I am simple so I love their rice - biriyani or saffron. It's so good. read more

*Best Indian Restaurant in Houston, vegan options* Are you craving Indian food? Do you want an elegant, high-end but also delicious experience? Well you've come to the right place! Food, 5/5: We ordered a Vegetarian Thali, made vegan, to sample multiple items. We ordered the Daal Pancham, Aloo Gobi Mattar, and Pindi Channa. Everything was literally PERFECT! There was literally zero mistake! We also got the Vegetarian Biryani made vegan. Like seriously, how often can you get vegan biryani? As expected, perfection. Atmosphere, 5/5: The service is phenomenal! The waiter helped us pick our items and made sure everything was vegan. He also recommended some awesome drinks. The owner was there, and apparently she is there almost every day, and she made sure we had a wonderful time! read more

Kiran's - Vegan Biryani - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Lovely Indian inspired high tea experience. I have been twice now and never stop thinking about the chai. I love touch of the live harp player. Making a reservation? Be sure to ask for Stella. She is amazing and will make your experience even more memorable. read more

Kiran's - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Admittedly, I am a bit torn on the review score...wish we could give half points because I am teetering between a 3 and 4. I believe the food to be at a 4 or higher, however our overall experience left us feeling a bit meh afterwards. I came with a friend and we ordered lamb samosas to start, and then butter chicken and chicken vindaloo curries to share as the mains. Added on the rice, of course, and garlic naan and the goat cheese naan (waiter recommendation). As stated before, no issue with the food taste-wise, it was delicious. I suppose I expected a little more (pizzazz, wow, portion, something) given the price tag attached to it. Our waiter was very nice and attentive, service was at the right pacing. Ambiance is a nice evening out for a special occasion for sure. New as of January, according to our waiter, is that they no longer validate parking. Wish we had known this prior so we could have taken advantage of the complimentary valet instead of paying $5 each to park. When you go to a restaurant this high-end, it is surprising to not have comp parking. read more

Good ambience and warm, enthusiastic service just aren't enough to make up for the food. Let's put the actually execution/preparation aside for now since it wasn't bad enough to specifically write about. The selection ingredients are just unforgivable. If cutting cost was the intention of Kiran's then they have succeeded. Underwhelming ingredients only make mediocre (but acceptable) cooking even worse. Consider investing in better cooks working with better, fresher ingredients before trying to aim for "good" among hundreds of great Indian restaurants in Houston. read more

I wish I had taken photos of the food. We have followed Chef Kiran - Godmother of fine Indian cuisine for years. If you have never tried Indian cuisine you must without hesitation allow Chef Kiran to take you on a memorable and delicious visit to India. The butter chicken, Biryani, daal makhni, paneer makhni were absolutely delicious as always! Chef Kiran is truly amazing and even took the time to stop by our table to welcome us and say hello. You must, without question, visit this amazing and beautiful space!! read more

Great place, bar area has a nice vibe. Front of the restaurant is a more casual vibe. Back is more formal. A+ food read more

Easy to find and complimentary valet. The restroom is clean with a large beautiful mirror (ladies bring your camera for a good selfie). The staffs and waiters are nice, attentive and informative. I came on a Saturday with a group of girls for high tea, and it definitely worth the price. chai tea blend (6/5) - best chai tea latte I ever had desserts (5/5) - I enjoyed the dessert portion more than the savory portion Savory (3/5) Overall, a solid high tea and reasonably priced. read more

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My review is specifically for the AFTERNOON TEA service. I have been to Kiran's for tea on 3 occasions now and loved every visit. Kiran's serves an elevated "high tea" with a couple South-Asian touches, such as a curried chicken salad and the inclusion of Chai & Darjeeling teas. There is a live harpist playing throughout the service, and the ambiance is very elegant and calming. The afternoon tea menu is served in 3 different courses (as opposed to serving all the food at once on the tiered tower). Each course has a specific tea pairing - but you can also request refills of any of the teas during any course. Each time I visited, I found myself favoring a different tea, because they're all steeped so exactly & served at a perfect drinking temperature. Unlike the 3 consistent teas, the food menu changes slightly each season, apart from the 1st course mushroom tart, which is fantastic. I have tried tea service at several area locations, and Kiran's is absolutely my favorite! read more

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Dined in at 7:30 pm on a Friday with a party of 6. We had reservations and was seated immediately. When you walk in, there are two huge gold bread ovens where they make fresh naan and roti. We ordered: Rose martini: good strong rose flavor Rack of lamb medium rare: cooked to perfection, it came with roasted potatoes and asparagus Calamari: very crispy and good flavor Potatoes and nuts samosa: crispy shell and tasty filling Chicken tikka masala: the sauce is good but the chicken was extra dry Chicken briyani: it was just ok, needs more flavor Gulf Snapper: the sauce is on the sweet side Lamb vindaloo: not my favorite dish Rumali roti : it was fresh but tastes like a tortilla Lasooni: garlic cilantro naan IS A MUST (it was so fragrant and fresh!) Saffron creme brulee: you cannot taste saffron, and it was very good Pistachio ice cream: it was half melted by the time it got to our table, good flavor Overall experience and service is very good but I have had better Indian food read more

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My favorite restaurant in the world! Everything is perfect and if it's not they do not hesitate to right any wrong. The lamp lollipops are my favorite. The hazelnut chocolate cake is heaven. Beautiful attentive server Sage is our favorite! read more

Really good quality food! Flavorful and consistent. I typically sit at the bar. Greg and Jacob are great to chat with and friendly! You feel at home. Kiran and Puja treat everyone like family. Great culture. Parking- there is street, complimentary valet, or garage parking. Food- so many good choices!! You cant go wrong. Lamb keema nachos are sooo good. Tikka masala, butter chicken, and bar bites menu are great. I also love to come for afternoon tea on saturdays. Its so fun and you leave with a full stomach. Overall, i know some may think its pricey but Ive always left with leftovers and the quality is just unbeatable. Its worth it and I am now a regular customer. Bonus: If you are vegan, they have vegan cheese and can totally substitute dairy products. read more

Kiran's - Vegan Naanza - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Beautiful restaurant with an amazing ambiance. To start I had the mushroom and feta samosas and the potato samosas. Both were really good! Then we ordered the chicken jalferezi, bison kofta curry, and the chicken tikka masala. The rice that came on the side was amazing, it was buttery and soft. Perfection. Their waitstaff has top notch customer service too. There's plenty of parking in the garage. Don't forget to validate your parking with the hostess before you leave. I will definitely be coming back to try more of their dishes. read more

My boyfriend and I went to dinner here a few weeks ago and we pleasantly surprised at how much we enjoyed it. We sat outside and felt very comfortable. The staff all wore masks to serve us. I highly recommend the stuffed naan- I liked the aloo potato one the most. The butter chicken was some of the best I had. I loved the GULAB JAMUN- cheese dumplings were so good. We would definitely come back. read more

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Easily the best Indian in Houston. I was there twice last week, once for work and, a second time, for my wife's birthday. My favorite dishes are the Delhi Chaat, the chicken korma, and the paneer. This might be my favorite restaurant in all of Houston, if we're being totally honest. read more

Kiran's - Delhi Chaat - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

It's Houston Restaurant Week(s) and yesterday we gave Kiran's a try for the first time. I'll start by saying that the food was probably worth 4-5 stars, but the service knocked them down to a 3. It was a Tuesday, but still quite busy and if I'm being honest the wait staff seemed a bit flustered by the crowd. Our waitress was very nice, but there were some mishaps with not receiving menus when we were seated and then we didn't receive the drink menu for some time after that. Once we got the drink menu, my friends tried to order a bottle of wine and after a while they were brought the wrong bottle and then later told their original selection wasn't in stock. They chose a second bottle and several minutes later were told again that it wasn't in stock. My friends ended up ordering cocktails instead. I wish the restaurant would have provided a more accurate wine list in the drink menu so that so much time wouldn't have been wasted. There was also quite a bit of time between the first course being cleared and the second course being served, but luckily we were in the company of friends and didn't mind much! The food itself was very good! On the HRW menu I started with an aloo samosa, then got Punjabi thali for the main, and a chocolate samosa w/ chai ice cream for dessert. I took home half my main, which made for very tasty lunch today. I am not sure I will return, but I'm glad I gave Kiran's a try. read more

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We're huge fans of Kiran's ever since one of my buddies took us as part of a big group. He's friends with the owners, so we got to meet them and compliment their restaurant. Cocktails are on point, and their take on Indian pizzas can't be missed. All the traditional Indian fare we tried was fantastic. Parking is simple and readily available, and they validated. read more

This is our favorite restaurant in Houston! So, of course, we decided to have our first dinner as husband/wife at Kiran's. That was 2023, and we're back for a return visit for our 1st wedding anniversary. Kiran's food is amazing! We've never had a bad dish here. This time, we had the Punjabi Thali and Tandoori Sizzler. Incredible--no regrets! The only thing more impressive than Kiran's food and decor is the impeccable service. We booked a reservation and included a note about our anniversary, and all of the staff made a point to mention our special day. Even Ms. Kiran came to our table and chatted with us for a few mins! Also, the general manager (Ms. Kiran's daughter) was able to accommodate our request to sit at the same table where we dined on wedding night. Our waiter, Eduardo provided excellent and friendly service. Thanks for so much for a great experience! read more

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Came to Kiran's for a bachelorette party, and the ambiance is everything! They offer to pay for your parking garage ticket, just ask the host about it after dinner and they'll give you a voucher. The service is great, and definitely what you expect from an upscale restaurant! Onto the food, the food is definitely pricey. The food is flavorful and their naan is fluffy. However, I think you pay more for the atmosphere and the service. For the price of the food, I would've expected chicken that was more tender but it's comparable to other middle eastern restaurants like Agas or Himalaya read more

Kiran's - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

If you are looking for afternoon fea, look no further! I came here for a bridal shower, and the food, the drinks, the staff and the ambiance were all phenomenal. Everyone was so kind and attentive, and I loved the tea service they served. I have food allergies, and they were so kind to keep me included and make adjustments to the menu. read more

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As an Indian-American, I have to be in a particular mood to seek out quote-unquote fancy Indian food, since it's just so hard to beat the home-cooked version or even the humble offerings in any old hole-in-the-wall in Houston's Little India. That being said, I've been meaning to check out the ritzy Kiran's for years and finally had occasion to do so recently. The space is huge with modern decor, an open dry kitchen of sorts where staff were hand-prepping naan, and dozens of photos of chef-owner Kiran Verma with celebrities. We had a late dinner reservation, for which we arrived ~10 mins late. We were told that some parties were taking longer than expected, so we had to wait an additional 15 mins in the lobby for a table, which was a little frustrating, especially given that the restaurant didn't appear to be at capacity. At least it smelled delicious. My overall impression of the food was it was not necessarily elevated or extravagant enough to justify the price point. You can get either get stuff that tastes just as good if not better and comes in much larger portions in cheaper establishments, or go to Musaafer, where at least the presentation and innovation (somewhat) matches the exorbitant cost. Don't get me wrong, some of the things we tried at Kiran's were very good and the quality of the premium ingredients comes through in certain dishes, but I think the ambiance, service, and wine selection are more compelling than the food itself. Delhi Chaat - a riff on a ubiquitous Indian street food that features potato, cashews, fruit, and other savory snackables tossed with a zesty seasoning and served over a crispy shell with yogurt and chutney. It was OK, but to charge $18 for a pretty standard chaat is borderline malpractice. Raj Katori - some soft, savory lentil fritters served with more of the same chaat from above. This was solid and better than the Delhi Chaat, since you get the same flavors with some additional variety. Lamb Rhogan Josh - a rich, earthy curry that was well-executed, but quite small in portion size. The meat was tender and silky, and the broth was rich, spicy, and aromatic. Aloo Palak - a spinach and potato preparation. Decent portion size (though again, you are paying $18 for home-style stewed vegetables...), but not especially flavorful and under-salted. Malai Kofta - spongy paneer-and-potato chunks submerged in a creamy, nutty, and tangy sauce. This was an excellent dish, complex in flavor and perfect in terms of texture. Try this veg-friendly item if you haven't before. Gulf Shrimp Biryani - I was not a fan of this take on the quintessential Indian mixed rice dish, as the balance tipped too heavily in the sweet direction with the copious raisins and craisins. I like it more buttery and savory. The shrimp were large but not particularly flavorful or succulent. Duck Two Ways - I only tried a bite, but it was possibly the juiciest duck I've ever had with delightfully crispy skin, though noticeably under-salted. Finally, I didn't find the naan to be all that special, despite the showmanship at the front of the restaurant. It was actually more tough and chewy than pillowy, and would've benefited from a brush of butter. I was worried that I would be underwhelmed by Kiran's, and my suspicion was confirmed with this recent visit. It is not that I don't think Indian food deserves the fine dining treatment -- the best meal of my life was at a two Michelin-starred Indian restaurant -- I just think that this warrants something more than serving regular Indian food in polished environs with wine service. Maybe next time, I will opt for their more non-traditional items to see if they can change my mind. read more

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Came here for dinner with a big group. Had a variety of their vegetarian selection. Food was mediocre and very over priced and the service was unnecessary complicated. read more

Kiran's - Daal makhni - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great restaurant. I would consider it fine Indian dining. It's not the most authentic restaurant there is but I will say it is wonderful. I remember when Kiran's was talked about on the Michael Berry Show here in Houston and he raved about it. It took me years to try the restaurant but when we did it was great. We did the tasting menu and it was a lot of food. Unfortunately my pictures of the meal didn't last long on my phone. Like I said it was a solid meal. It wasn't the most memorable but solid none the less. It is definitely worth a try. Kiran herself was in and around the restaurant the entire time. read more

I had a very pleasant experience at Kirans. First off, the service is exceptional. Very attentive waiters who come by often to refill drinks and clean up dirty plates. The atmosphere is beautiful with modern Indian decor. The food is on the pricier end as you are paying for the comfortable ambiance. Parking is in the garage and you can get the parking validated on the way out. Just make sure the scan the QR code at the machine. For food I got the: Beet salad ($18): fresh and delicious. My favorite parts were the goat cheese and masala cashews. Punjabi thali ($45-55): everything was really delicious but the dishes weren't particularly special. I've had similar tasting chicken tikka masala and lamb saag. Garlic naan was delicious! Mango mousse ($16): boy was I stuffed but the mango mousse was airy and not overly sweet. Overall, the food was good but the entrees are a bit pricy for what they are. I'm curious about other entrees though but the Thali was just decent. read more

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I came here for a event for high tea. Wow, this is such a nice and fancy spot and the food was really good. And if you are gluten free, they do cater to that! I would come back. Parking is available in the garage and they validate parking if you ask. Follow me on my way to Foodietown! http://britneygfoodie.yelp.com read more

Kiran's - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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We actually made it on a Friday evening without a reservation and no wait time. The ambience of the restaurant was definitely elegant and good for a date night. The food selection also seemed great. But as someone who loves spicy food, I ordered something that was "spicy" but it was very very very mild. We got the paneer Karahi and chicken jalferezi, and neither were as spicy as expected. I also wish the paneer pieces were cut into smaller pieces. I am vegetarian but my friend is not. We ordered one onion naan and one mutton filled Naan (Gosht). I was pretty disappointed that they put both in the same container and they were touching. I didn't have time to wait to ask them to fix it so I ate it anyways but they should be a bit more considerate toward vegetarians. Especially since strict vegetarians for religious purposes do not even eat food that has touch meat. read more

Kiran's - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

So, I had never heard of this place til my friend found this spot when we were tying to find places that were both meat and vegetarian friendly. I'm glad we found this place! The vibes inside were so nice. The mango mojito was delicious and STRONG. The samosas were perfect. And the rest of the meal, absolutely delicious! Highly recommend this place if you want a fancier Indian meal. read more

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Absolutely delicious! Helpful and patient staff right in the aftermath of the July hurricane. We loved it and will return read more

I have dined at Kiran's at the older location but this was my first visit to this new location, Great ambiance and food was delicious and service was just ok. read more

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