First Nepali restaurant in New Zealand for me and was pleasantly surprised. There aren't many…read moreNepali restaurants around Auckland from what I could see. We ordered almost every type of momos to try it. The lamb momo was so juicy but the classic chicken in still my favorite. The spicy c momo and Sechuan momo were almost the same in my opinion. Overall really enjoyed the restaurant! The service was also very fast. There is outside and inside seating.

That spicy chicken momo though... delicious. Also had a goat curry dish that I wasn't thrilled…read moreabout, but I think it just wasn't my thing. However the naan that came with it? Fantastic. Lots to choose from on the menu. Hope to visit again soon.

why only 3 stars????…read more I'm very happy with raviz,the food is great and the prices are just fine for a lovely dine-in. I live just minutes away from this place and i cantthink of any other cuisine when i have a yummy restaurant like raviz just down the road.just last night i bough peas pulao indian style only for 8.50 the quantity was nice and it was simple and delicious. My favourite curries : paneer Makhani,veg jalfrazi,shahi paneer,veg manchurian,veg hakka noodles and chilli paneer DRY!! My favorite Entree dishes : Paneer pakora,onion bhaji,mushroomfry and samosas ofcourse.. oh yum.. theres always something new you try here.im usually so afull after the entree i can bearly gulp down my mains and hence i never order deserts.well try some deserts here and let me know how you go !! :)

Raviz is yummy cheap Indian food! This is my family's local choice of Indian and I really would…read morehave to rate it. As boring as it sounds I just cannot go past their butter chicken and poppadum's; unbeatable combination. The nan bread is also worth getting. Located on the corner of Ladies Mile and Main Highway in Ellerslie, you cannot miss where Raviz is based. Many years ago I'm pretty sure it was a gas station and from its external appearance you can definitely see that it could have been. This area has now been turned into onsite parking. What I think is great about Raviz is that they have a lot of daily deals. For example, on Sundays kids dine for free when accompanied by a parent. How cool is that! They also have great $12.95 lunch specials. So come on down to Ellerslie and try some yummy cheap Indian, you'll be impressed.

Rolled in there semi-tipsy from a few drinks beforehand so it was a perfect opportunity to eat some…read moreIndian to wash it all down. The little eatery sits on the corner of Sandringham road, among Indian Central with eating houses left right and centre. Is go as far to say this is the cultural capital of India in Auckland. It can be rather hard at time to choose what's good. Basically I've heard a lot about this place not even knowing the name of it so I went in on the basis of having read and saw an image of it somewhere. When I rolled in and sat down, it was close to 9pm, I assume it's nearly closing time. But the friendly staff assured me it's all good and handed me a menu. I browsed through itnot knowing what to order as these are all authentic vegetarian dishes that you really have to be Indian to know. In my slightly inebriated state, I went for something that's like a mixed combo called Undhiya Puri. What it actually consisted of is a vegetable dish (made w aromatic spices herbs, and nuts) some puffs called Puris, Chaas (Buttermilk), Papad and some salad. It came in a stainless steel plate, very traditional. Taste wise, it was an explosion of sweet, tangy, textures and half way thru me eating the owner rolled out and asked me how my meal was which I replies 'amazing!'. It was vibrant and fresh thinking to myself and every element served it's purpose there. Then in a jiffy the proud owner rolled out with a Dahl dish for me to try and followed by an entree dish which just tastes incredible called Pani Puri - it's wet in the centre and crunchy on the top. I told him next time I'm around - I'm bringing a group.

Walking into this place feels a little bit like walking into someone's front room; there's…read moresomething distinctly homely about Jai Jalaram Khaman. It might be the kind of chaotic way they appear to run this tiny restaurant - the tables appear to be constantly filled with dirty dishes, like you've just missed the last group to leave. I think a more polite reviewer would call the décor "rustic" or something, but to me it's just shabby. The food is really great - when I've been here I've been brought a number of small plates to sample, along with dahi puri, which is always amazing, wherever you get it. The first time I ever tried lassi was at Jai Jalaram Khaman as well - while I can't say I liked it, I appreciated that the owner really wanted to show it off, like he did many of his wares. It was clear that while he's not very house proud, he loves what he cooks and wants people to love them too.

This restaurant was a trifecta of success for Indian food in the CBD area next to our hotel. The…read moreservice ambience the food quality was absolutely outstanding. To me, the kicker was when I ordered a whiskey drink, and the whiskey drink was prepared at my table with fire and everything. Yes, it is kind of on the pricey side, but I think it's worth it for the quality of food, the generous portions and just the overall joy of eating Indian Indian food in New Zealand.

Food was delicious and service was good as well. We had the Butter chicken both ways they serve it…read morealong with Garlic Naan and Pappadums with Chili Chutney and Mint Chutney. No complaints about any of it. A few King Fishers to wash it down Ice Cold. We would definitely go again.

Raviz is decent food in great portions for its price - I'm grateful they're open till late as I…read moreoften have to get dinner long after normal business hours. Service is always fast and friendly too. They also have lunch specials so be sure to check them out if you're after a deal for food in the CBD.

Awesome Raviz Indian Cuisine!!! You must have the Garlic Naan so delish! Indian salad so fresh &…read morecrisp, Chicken Madras was just right~ great spices! Love it!! The prices here are really reasonable! I'll be back for sure! =D

Grabed a takeaway curry on Wed night, Chaahat Indian Cuisine have a brill $10 curry deal, ordered a…read moreLamb Saagwala, a rich slow cooked Lamb with spicy spinach sauce was nicely flavored with spices and an Indian Roti. Service was friendly, fast and I will be back for the next curry hit.

In no way do I claim to be a connoisseur or expert in Indian cuisine but Chaahat is one of the best…read moreplaces to get Indian food in Auckland. Everything is made to order (no sticky-sweet, buffet-style tub filling) and made to your taste (read: heat tolerance). While the menu doesn't have much of an explanation on the dishes the staff will guide you depending on what you feel like or offer something new you may not have tried before. The interior has an elegant design trying to keep with the authentic Indian theme of the restaurant. There is a small waiting area if you order to takeaway, which is slightly uncomfortable if many diners are present, but the food is faultless for a Westerner like myself. Currently, Chaahat offers $10 main dishes, Mon - Wed!

Xi'an Food Bar in the Food Court , Auckland is one of those places that reminds you why you love…read morefinding truly authentic spots. This is handmade greatness, run by a hardworking husband-and-wife team, and you can feel the passion in every bite. The noodles are clearly made in-house, perfectly textured, chewy, and coated in bold, comforting flavors that hit all the right notes. Everything tastes fresh and intentional, not rushed or mass-produced. It's the kind of food that makes you slow down and actually appreciate what's in your bowl. What really sets this place apart is the heart behind it. Watching the owners work, cook, and serve with pride adds another layer to the experience. No gimmicks, no overdone presentation, just honest, soulful food done extremely well. If you're in the food court and want something memorable, satisfying, and genuinely authentic, Xi'an Food Bar is a must-stop. This is the kind of spot Yelp Elites love to champion -- small, personal, and absolutely delicious. I've already been back.

I came here for a very late lunch and ordered the Chinese Stewed Pork Burger. It wasn't what I…read moreexpected, but was still good. I was craving a cumin pork burger but this was more of a spicy pepper burger. One thing I didn't like about the burger was that it had more onion than pork. However, if I were to come back, I'd like to try the noodles.

I used to frequent this place many many times but hadn't in while till relatives came up from the…read moreSouth and wanted to go out for Indian. I thought straight off it had to be Nameste (nee Simla) in Mt Eden. The place has moved a few premises down and has had a modern makeover. I quite liked the previous traditional place as I feel this place may be a little stark and clinical. It could probably do with some soft furnishings and art on the walls. Other than that the service was excellent and tentative. The waitress was new and young and a little inexperienced but hopefully with the coaching of the Matre D that was nearby will instil some confidence. The food was amazing, a complimentary entrée was added for us to the sizzling mixed platter we ordered. The curries were good and generous in size. One curry had meat that was a little hard and dry but they offered to replace that for me without an issue. I'll give them a bit to stock up their wine and spirits selection and get the service perfect but will definitely be back there again soon.

Let's just clarify, I do only get takeaway. I have eaten here a number of times, but way back in…read more2007 and 2009 so I wouldn't want to review that aspect. In saying that, I love Simla. I find it consistently good, which is at odds with the reviewer below. I'm pretty boring though, Adrian and I always split a chicken tikka masala and a garlic naan. Don't get me wrong, I actually really enjoy trying lots of different Indian dishes, but when I crave Indian takeaway at home it's because I want tikka masala (and buttery naan). I also like the chicken tikka, but I think their onion bhaji is in the strips which I'm not a fan of. I like the pattie style version. Parking is on Mt Eden Road, so it's not great. Busy road, busy side roads. You can sometimes find parks right outside if you're lucky, or I'd head down Grange Rd for a park. Anywhere you can really. The restaurant is not big but during the week it's not super busy so I'm sure you can easily find a table. Weekends I'm not sure on. They also do free delivery locally (convenient!) but if you order online via their website, you won't get free delivery, there's an automatic charge. However, if you phone them, it's free. Totally weird, and I don't think I've ever bothered to tell them so maybe it could be fixed if I mentioned it. For a local takeaway, it's great. Really great. And last night when I was suffering with a horrible cold, the spicy, garlicky goodness was amazing.