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    Minerva Indian Cuisine

    4.1 (403 reviews)
    ModerateIndian, Buffets, Vegan
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Vegan tofu saag
    Alicia C.

    I love that they have a vegan menu and actually have a vegan saag with tofu. I can't wait to try everything else on the menu. They also have a lunch buffet with a ton of options. We went to pickup takeout and they were pretty full and busy. The food was well packaged and overall a nice experience. I will need to update my review after trying the remaining items on the menu and hopefully their lunch buffet will have more vegan items!

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    Mollie M.

    I wish we tried this restaurant 3 years ago when we moved to the area. We had a fantastic time. The restaurant is located in a small strip mall off rt one, so parking is easy. The inside of the restaurant was pretty cute and the staff was very attentive. This restaurant totally met our needs, my husband is Indian, but I can't eat anything with tomatoes or spices - but my husband obviously wants those things. He was SUPER pleased with his chicken 65 dosa. When I asked if the Malai Kofte had tomatoes the waiter was great. He was like "no! Or if it does we can make it without them!" They didn't treat me like I was crazy. When my husband and I can eat together and both be happy at an Indian restaurant it is a good day. We were feeling festive and got the 22oz Flying Horse because we'd never heard of it before. The husband confirmed that, as advertised, it goes well with the spicy food. I just found it to be a nice light beer. We'll certainly be back. It was a good experience.

    Christine L.

    What an AMAZING Indian restaurant! The restaurant is unassuming from the outside and tucked away in a plaza with free parking. However, the second you walk in, you are greeted with the smell of delicious food and an incredibly friendly staff making the atmosphere welcoming and homey. I loved how the owners would engage in small talk and ask how the food was/which dishes were our favorites. I came here on a Saturday for the weekend lunch buffet for $17.99 per person. There's a large assortment of options to try which was awesome! It's so thoughtful how they separated their vegetarian options from non-vegetarian options. I also liked how they had a section just for chutneys!! I truly enjoyed everything that was offered, but my favorites were: - Tandoori Chicken: incredibly tender and juicy chicken marinated with spices - Gobi Manchurian: super crispy yet packed with flavor - The Nariyal barfi (coconut dessert): not too sweet and so tasty! - Mango Lassi ($3.99): this wasn't a part of the buffet, but it was delicious and refreshing Everything was hot and fresh as the staff consistently ensured nothing was empty. Our plates were always cleared from our table if empty and our glasses were always ensured to be filled with water. If I haven't emphasized it enough, the service was amazing! Minerva's food is amazing, and the buffet price for the quality of food is fantastic, but the attention and care to the customer experience is really what makes them a terrific restaurant. I would highly recommend you come and try them out! I'll be visiting again soon!

    Rocco T.

    Wow! Just wow. This is my second time coming here and can say this place never fails to impress me. Service is great, great atmosphere, and perfect food. Spicy deliciousness!

    Lamb Vindaloo
    Tiff L.

    Not only does Minerva have great food but the service is also impeccable! FOOD: We ordered Phool Ghobi Manchurian as recommended, Lamb Vindaloo, Chicken Tikka, and Garlic Naan. The Phool Ghobi Manchurian was something new to us but we enjoyed it - we can definitely see why it's popular! The garlic naan was perfect; nicely charred at the bottom. The chicken tikka was tender and delicious and the lamb Vindaloo was perfectly seasoned. DRINKS: We both ordered the mango lassi and one of the better ones we've had! Highly recommend! SERVICE: I believe it was the owner who we talked to but he was so attentive and easy going. He recommended a lot to us and was so passionate about the food. He also showed us the buffet section at the end of our visit and walked us through their offerings. Overall, Minerva is a hidden gem and we will definitely have to come back again!

    Entrees
    Arunendra S.

    Ate here again over the weekend and the original review still stands strong. Today the owner's wife (family operated: husband, wife and brother in law) was present and she was very warm to chat to. Food is excellent. One of the best goat curries (spoon tender, flavorful and meaty) that I have had. Biryani was on point or as the youngins say: On fleek! Tender chicken drumsticks that are flavorful and rice where each grain is separate (true test of cook's skill) Excellent mom and pop shops like this nurture the community. Don't hesitate; your patronage will be rewarded by your taste buds.

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    Just delicious food. Been here many many times and will likely come many many more!! Service and ambiance were good.

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    I had the vegetable dosa. It was the best meal I had in a long time. Delicious and nutritious! The staff were attentive and very nice.

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    3 months ago

    Lovely food! Kind and respectful staff and a caring owner! Try item number 1. It can surprise you! We loved it!

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    Phenomenal food and fantastic service. Will definitely visit here again. Had the bhindi masala and mutter paneer.

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    Amazing food! So flavorful!! The owner was wonderful, so attentive! I highly recommend Minerva for authentic delicious indian food!

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    Ask the Community - Minerva Indian Cuisine

    Any idea when they will have dine in available? Thx!

    Dine in is available now.

    Do they serve dosas every day or just on weekends?

    In buffet we have Dosa’s on weekends. But we have dosas in our regular menu and you can order anytime.

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    Foglia - Eggplant meatballs

    Foglia

    4.7(64 reviews)
    36.6 mi

    I SO badly wanted to love it but I just can't give the place above a 2 star. The first thing they…read morebrought was almost comical: a nickel-sized square of focaccia with a bit of jam and cheese. I have never in my life been served what I'd consider half a bite of food. I'd almost rather they bring nothing at all than a comically small piece of bread. My food (basil pesto pasta) was good but the quantities are quite small, especially for the price. TLDR: Don't come hungry or on a budget. The real reason for the low rating was the $34 mushroom entree. "Potatoes" here just means two bites of potato, which is kind of crazy considering how cheap potatoes are. "Carrots" meant 4 (kind of sad) carrots, and the mushroom (the main part of the dish) was so small it was comical. My dad was disappointed (he also wanted to love it here) and when they asked how it was, he gave his honest feedback. The waitress took the info back and he repeated his thoughts to the manager about the disappointing portion. He said he only got like two bites of potato and she said "oh they weren't in pyramids?" (Like that resolves the quantity of food?) He repeated again that it was about the quantity and was told "No one has said that about this." I suppose people must only have thought it... Felt really dismissive to say to someone, especially because this plate was apparently new (they said today was the first day they had it). They didn't comp anything or even discount it after the manager came over, which I feel like is standard practice when folks are unhappy with their meal. Felt like she just wanted to shut down the complaint rather than resolve it. They brought us, at the end of the meal, a "thank you" which was 2 lemon candies... there were 3 of us (not that we really wanted them anyway, but weird to not give at least one per person). The atmosphere is relaxed, the place is quite small in a sweet way and it's tucked away from the street, but I will never return. Ridiculous pricing for tiny portions. It felt like a SNL skit.

    I had an outstanding birthday dinner at Foglia on Friday with my parents. The fresh pasta made…read morein-house is incredible and everything on the menu is vegan and delicious, even to my somewhat picky omnivore dining partners :). Everyone who works there is friendly and inviting, and even gave us a cute little amuse to start the night and the buckwheat shortbread to end. Here's everything we ordered: Agnolotti stuffed with tofu ricotta, with English peas, bacon, and a savory broth (my entree, I loved this - the broth was quite salty but the peas added a lovely freshness) Fazzoletti e funghi: local blue oyster mushrooms in a white wine cream sauce ‍ (my Mom's entree, also delicious and so umami) "Ivy rose" mocktail with grapefruit, prickly pear, and limeade (delightful!) Appetizers: fried squash blossoms stuffed with tofu ricotta in pomodoro sauce, and housemade focaccia with a trio of whipped butters (thyme and shallot, Calabrian chili, and smoked sweet onion). The ratio of butter to focaccia was more than double what we could use (we ordered more focaccia to spread it on!) but both of these apps were perfect. Foglia burger: house burger patty, tomato jam, garlic aioli, lettuce, onions, pickles, onion ring, housemade focaccia, and spicy agave parsnip fries (my dad's entree and to my delight he really enjoyed it!) Dessert: a gigantic slice of tiramisu (my favorite cake!). This was a huge slab, enough to share and have some leftover for breakfast. A little on the dry side for tiramisu but still really nice. Foglia is such a gem and we had a great time in Bristol, it's a beautiful town. The restaurant is small and cozy but was not too busy when we went. I highly recommend Foglia for a special occasion!

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    Sprout and Lentil

    Sprout and Lentil

    4.8(72 reviews)
    47.6 mi

    If you're in Newport, Sprout & Lentil is a must-go--and totally worth the 10-15 minute drive…read moreoutside of Newport. It's a small, cozy spot with just a few tables and countertop seating, plus a couple of outdoor tables that are dog-friendly. The truffle mac & cheese may be one of the best vegan mac & cheeses I've had in a really long time. So creamy, rich, and absolutely delicious. The cauliflower bites were another favorite--fresh, crunchy little nuggets tossed perfectly in honey mustard. I originally thought the sauce would come on the side for dipping, but I actually loved that they were coated so evenly. So good! Hubby had the Rubenesque sandwich, and everything was incredibly fresh and delicious. There was also a steady stream of people picking up online orders and grabbing food to go, which definitely made us feel like this is a local favorite. I'd definitely recommend grabbing a meal here, or taking it to go for a beach picnic or to enjoy at one of Newport's scenic spots. And if you're looking for coffee and heading out of Newport, seriously recommend Simple Merchant House. We stopped there right before Sprout & Lentil, and again as we were leaving Newport on our last day. After lunch, we looped back into Newport to visit The Breakers and Marble House, making for such a fun day.

    Had to change up my taco Tuesday routine so went vegan today with a place I have heard a lot of…read moregreat things about with Sprout and Lentil! Dine in and take out options available here. Smaller shared parking lot to be mindful of here. Very welcoming staff that provided a great overview of the menu, drinks, made to take items and weekly specials. Casual relaxed atmosphere here with some music jamming in the background. Window bar seating if you are on your own or tables for four if meeting for a quick lunch bite. Started with a small chili which was fresh and full of flavor. For the main went with the Tuesday special with the recommended fish tacos (hearts of palm layered with nori flakes, crisp grated carrot, and shredded purple cabbage and a sliced jalapeño. Crispy tortilla with side of beans and rice). You can add a fresh pico and guac for additional prices, had both and were delicious! Assortment of drinks in the fridge along with some premade items (staff said it is rotational items and prepped earlier in the week if you want to max your options). After eating here can see what all the buzz was for a standout vegan option on island. A group came in after me and ordered a pizza that looked awesome as well. Will be back to try more of the menu when able!!

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    The Green Beautiful - Caesar Salad

    The Green Beautiful

    4.8(35 reviews)
    55.7 mi

    Amazing lunch at Green Beautiful. We got the VOID burger ("chicken"), UnBeetable burger, and seitan…read moresteak bowl. Would get all again. This place is definitely on our favorites list now - not just vegan favorite, but an all-round favorite. The guy taking orders was super helpful answering questions, and everything was cooked to perfection. The restaurant itself was decorated in a fun way, comfortable, and even had a little shop corner with funky jackets and a few other items. Even the bathroom was fun. Parking was on street unless we missed something. That and the slightly out of the way location are the only drawbacks, but by no means prohibitive. We're definitely going back. You can get catering here, too, which is actually how I got to know about this place. We went to an event at the museum that used them and the food was a hit. It's a great idea for catering if you have people with mixed dietary needs who still want a variety of tasty food.

    First time coming to The Green Beautiful on our way to Vermont. Don't let the neighhood scare you…read moreaway. This place is a true gem with the best vegan food in the area! The cafe itself is cute and everything is made absolutely delicious and from scratch. I ordered the Pulled BBQ sandwich which was sweet, tangy, savory. Homemade chips were so crispy and well seasoned. My husband ordered the Philly Cheese Steak. I could not try it because it contains cashews but my husband loved it! Staff very friendly and attentive to my allergy. We can't wait to come back!

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    Minerva Indian Cuisine - indpak - Updated September 2026

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