Came in this time planning a minimal lunch (just soup/appetizer), and ordered food for take away. As always, portions are fresh and generous, and the to go order was ready to go when we were. Still an awesome value for the quality and quantity of food we get, and we appreciate the adjustable spice levels! They always ask, and then double check after the food is served, to make sure it's what you wanted. I like extra spicy, and they gave me the "make the gori cry" level, and the Hop Queen likes extra mild, and it fits her tolerance well. read more

See all

Food - 10/10: Easily some of the most authentic North Indian food I've had in the Austin area. Every dish was packed with flavor and tasted freshly made. The portion sizes were generous too, so you definitely get good value for your money. Service - 10/10: The service really stood out. The staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely cared about our experience. They checked in on us throughout the meal without being intrusive, which made us feel well taken care of. Ambiance - 7/10: The restaurant is clean, comfortable, and welcoming, but the atmosphere is fairly simple. It's not a place I'd choose for a fine dining experience, but it's perfect for a casual meal with family or friends. One small change that could make a big difference would be swapping the bright white lighting for warmer yellow lighting--it would instantly create a cozier, more inviting vibe. Overall: If you're craving authentic North Indian food in the Austin area, this place is absolutely worth a visit. Great food, excellent service, generous portions, and a satisfying dining experience. I'll definitely be back! read more

A pretty nice restaurant serving Indian cuisine. My friend recommended this place and I must say I wasn't disappointed. There is ample parking and the place is clean. It even has table service. I ordered the Tikka Masala with lamb. I was asked my spice level and I chose medium. I probably could have gotten the spicy but I prefer to enjoy the flavor over the spice level. There was lots of lamb, so no skimping. I also had the garlic Naan and rice. As usual, it all worked together perfectly. Thank you Rana for the hospitality and Madi for the suggestion. read more

See all

This place has the best Indian food in town. It's authentic and I've been looking for a place like this as soon as I've moved here. So thankful to have this so close to us! My absolute favorites are the paneer tikka masala and veg biryani read more

See all

Pure authenticity when it comes to Indian cuisine. Food is tempered to choice and delivered with pure satisfaction which encompasses Indian spices for your desired pallet. Service is also curated to your comfort to ensure the experience is unlike others. read more

See all

Had lunch with the family at Rana Indian Restaurant at Cedar Park. We got seated immediately, it was relatively empty. The restaurant is located in a shopping complex and has plenty of parking. We tried the Butter Chicken, Lachha paratha, Tandoori Roti and Chai. And Paneer paratha for the kiddo. Butter Chicken was really good, chicken was cooked just right. We had medium spicy but honestly it wasn't spicy at all and the kiddo enjoyed it as well. Paneer paratha was good too, kiddo ate it happily. It can get a little dry by itself so you might want a side of yogurt. Masala chai was good too. read more

Rana Indian Restaurant - Butter chicken - Indian Near Me - Cedar Park, Texas

Good food and very nice staff Clean environment lots of options Will come back again read more

Rana Indian Restaurant - Chettinad Masala HOT W/ the flakey bread thing got samosas too - Indian Near Me - Cedar Park, Texas

Excellent and fresh Punjabi food. The kids loved the butter chicken, which for once had enough methi in it for the right flavor. The aloo gobi was excellent, dry cooked like home, not swimming in sauce. The dal tadka smelled of fresh garlic and curry leaves. In a city with too few North Indian restaurants, this one shines. read more

My opinion may be the odd one out here but the food was pretty average tbh. Dal makhani lacked salt and malai kofta was far from authentic. The tomato gravy flavor in both dishes was missing. Portions are very small. It's a small restaurant with limited seating and very minimalistic. Staff is friendly and service is quick. read more

See all

....writing this review presents quite a conundrum: while the food itself was excellent, other aspects were less than desirable.....since there doesn't appear to be link to the menu I'll just have to guess....we had papadum appetizer which was fantastic....usually places just bring the crispy 'Indian chips' by themselves but these had finely minced onion, other veggies and some unusual little yellow sprinkles.....I ordered marinated chicken thighs which are apparently an appetizer but was plenty for an entree....wife had some chicken in sauce.....not sure which one since I can't see menu...It was very good....we shared both of these....add in some buttered roti and naan plus mango lassis....all very tasty.....now for the not so good: in attempting to order from the extensive menu we asked some questions...we're familiar with lots of Indian cuisine and the extensive menu had many items that were unfamiliar....the communication was difficult...asked for topo chico - none; asked for tandoori chicken - they were out....why would an Indian restaurant be out of a common item at 6:00 on a weekday; asked if they had saag paneer and server had to consult her handheld device - they did not...other questions did not get intelligible answers....there was a long black hair in my menu - not good....the hall to the restrooms was dirty and the back door filthy.....I was facilities manager for restaurant chains in a previous life and this would never have passed....there was a sign over the sink in the men's restroom saying 'don't put pressure on sink It will fall down'....this is a major fail in that 1. it looks terrible and 2. someone could just put hand on sink to steady themselves and it could fall and injure them....potential liability issue.....JUST FIX IT! read more

Rana Indian Restaurant - sign over sink in men's room.... - Indian Near Me - Cedar Park, Texas

We went for lunch this past Saturday for the second time, and it was amazing. We were immediately greeted by not only delicious smells from the kitchen, but also from the super friendly and kind staff members. We ordered garlic naan, butter chicken, a mango lassi, chicken biryani, and vegetable samosas. We got the samosas first, and they were piping hot and flavorful. The tamarind and mint chutneys were also tasty! All of our main courses were also absolutely fantastic as well. The butter chicken was rich, luscious, and creamy. The garlic naan was pillowy with a wonderful chew. The biryani was super flavorful and satisfying. The mango lassi was a delicious treat on a hot day! All throughout the meal, waitstaff checked on us and made sure we were enjoying everything. The passion the staff had for the service and food was truly wonderful, and I hope this business continues to grow. Please go check this place out! It's delicious. read more

See all

Hey all, oh my gosh, I don't like Indian food but this was really good chicken briyani. I only had a taste since it was super hot the way my husband ordered it, but let me tell you it was so good. My husband said it was almost exceptional, and he eats this dish a lot in various places. The service was pleasant and kinda quick since we ordered online. I believe they hold a high standard of excellence and would try this one out! Let us know! :) Oh, price point average but food quality, about average! read more

The food was delicious! I had some time during meetings in the area to stop in for a quick bite and the service was quick and delightful.

I met a friend for lunch here. The food was SO GOOD! They weren't afraid to add the spice (upon request) We ordered samosas and they were ok. The Dal Masala and Paneer tikka masala were both full of flavor and perfectly seasoned. Great menu with tons of options. The service was adequate- not overly friendly. But still good. This is a casual restaurant so don't expect over the top decor. They designed it so customers can see in the kitchen which I tend to like! I will return soon. read more

A great authentic Indian restaurant with superb flavors, spices and variety! Hubby had and I had chilli fish, goat biriyani, the chef's special spicy paneer dish and butter roti. It was all perfectly delicious... spice level fantastic, depth of flavors, and temperature indicated it was very freshly served and piping hot! I will definitely be eating here again... I've been to India before, and I will definitely say the food is GREAT here! It's now my new favorite spot! read more

The best North Indian Restaurant in Austin! The food quality was superb, and the quantity was large portion. We ordered Aloo tikki chaat, paneer lababdar, Malia kofta, lahsuni daal and naans. We will definitely visit this place again and again. read more

See all

Rana offers authentic North Indian / Punjabi food, a rare find in Austin which has a South Indian dominated food scene. The restaurant has a hole in the wall feel - I have only eaten in once and primarily do takeout. The items are hit or miss, hence 4/5 stars. The vegetarian dishes are typically much tastier than the non vegetarian options. I enjoy the parathas, malai kofta, and navratan korma. They also make a pretty epic vegetable biryani. Worth a try. read more

This is the best Indian restaurant in the Austin area. I'd been looking for an authentic Punjabi restaurant and so happy to find Rana. Excellent service too. Very kid friendly. read more

Delicious food and great service! It was a little spicy for me but I didn't mind plus they gave us extra water bottles. Really enjoyed the Samosa Chaat and would highly recommend you get an order of that. Butter Chicken was great too. read more

Food was bursting with flavor without being greasy and heavy! Nice, well-balanced spices. Good menu selection, especially the many whole- wheat bread offerings. Tasty all around fom the appetizers to soup to the main entrees. Chicken in the vindaloo was so tender and the balance of potato to meat was spot on. Nice that they ask you what spice level you prefer. Not a fancy, large restaurant, but what they lack in ambiance, they make up in flavor. read more

After eating at Rana, I am feeling so incredibly lucky that they have opened in Cedar Park. I couldn't even stop eating to take photos because each dish was that good. I started with the dahl soup which was light and refreshing. It was clear that it had been simmering for some time vs places who whip it together real quick...the taste is easily distinguishable. It was also a beautiful dish where you can actually see each spice and peice of veg. All the dishes were (even with Take Away). I also tried the samosa which I absolutely loved. The filling was the perfect spice and was very flavorful and the pastry was perfect. The Aloo mutter had me swaying in my seat. Definitely my fav. The veg was fresh and plentiful. The chicken Tikka Masala and butter chicken were also amazing. Spice options are clear and were exactly as ordered. The Roti was also yummy. I doubt you could get anything here that was not absolutely amazing. Highly recommend. This is my new go to for Indian food in Austin. read more

Hands down some of the best vegetarian Punjabi food I've had. Rich, authentic flavors, perfectly cooked sabzis, and fresh, fluffy rotis that hit the spot. Everything tasted homemade and full of warmth. A must-visit for vegetarian Punjabi food lovers. read more

The service, food and atmosphere are 10/10. The consistency is 10/10. My partner and I have been coming to this restaurant for 2 years and it is consistent. EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. The staff are pleasant and friendly. If you have not tried this place, i highly recommend it. You will not be disappointed. ​ read more

I am so glad to find this place closer to my neighborhood. It is a convenient place to go and quench the urge for North Indian food. I was surprised to find that the flavor style and authenticity. The ambiance and interiors are quite ordinary but that gets compensated by the quality of food. There was one gentleman in front of the house running the entire show, seems like he could appreciate some help. Overall would recommend this joint for good sumptuous authentic North Indian flavors. read more

See all

The food here is top notch. Everything we had was delicious. 10/10 will absolutely go back, this will be my new go-to for quality Indian food. Don't forget to order the chai. So. Good. read more

We used to like this restaurant. Yesterday we ordered a large to go meal from them for close to $150 dollars. Kulcha was totally undercooked. Medium spice Tikka masala was super spicy and hot. We couldn't eat any of the food last night. We had to cook a fresh meal late I. The night and throw out the entire food. As it was tool late to call them, I called them to report about it today. The guy at the front desk Subhash said he will talk to chef and call me back, he called me back and said chef did all correct. Not a single apology. Did not even listen to what I have to say. What a horrible customer service and awful food. Please don't go there. They don't appreciate loyalty or customer service. Horrible food, Horrible service. This restaurant is now crossed from my go to restaurants. You do the same read more

Met a friend here for dinner. The food was wonderful. So many options and it came out quickly and steaming hot. The portions are generous and the staff was very sweet. Best Indian food I've had in Texas. read more

This place is amazing! I requested my Gobi Manchurian extra spicy and I was very impressed. I will be going back regularly.

First time having indian food and it was delicious. I have been here two times so far. So much flavor and the spice is good. Highly recommend if you are in the area read more

We had two dishes we hadn't tried before and both were delicious. This was our Dec d time to this restaurant and both times we enjoyed it. Definitely recommend! read more

A simple craving for Indian food lead me to try the newly opened Rana Restaurant. Small restaurant in a strip mall. There is lots of parking. I arrived shortly after they opened. There was only one couple eating when I walked in. So I had my choice of tables. A woman was in the front by the cashier counter. The cook was hidden behind the Orange room. The woman in front brought me a menu then left to get me a bottle of water. I decided on an order of samosas and Tandoori Mahi Tikka. The woman made sure I knew the Mahi was not in sauce but dry. I went with it anyway. Since all food is made fresh in house, the food took a bit of time. My samosas came out and they were still very hot. I broke it open to let the steam escape. That steam also released the delicious aromas that was trapped inside. I broke it up more into small pieces and dived in. These were so good. Yes, the same potato and pea filling but maybe different spices. I finished eating the first one in no time. I thought I would same the second to bring home. Nope, I couldn't stop thinking about it so I ate it too. The tandoori mahi arrives. Oh my. I am sure you have all tried Tandoori chicken but this mahi was a whole new level. The woman's definition of dry was not the same as mine. It had sauce on it but it wasn't swimming in sauce. I took my fork to break a piece of fish off. It literally flaked off and inside so moist. The first piece goes into my mouth. I kid you not when I heard myself yum in delight. I have not had anything like it before. Moist, flavorful, perfectly cooked. I ended up taking half home. The only reason I dropped one star is how expensive it was. $17.99 for the mahi and $6.99 for the samosas. I do plan on going back. read more

See all

Good Indian food. Bhatura and Naan was good. Chole were really tasty. Kabab were okey. I recommend. read more

See all

Really loved the food here - great service too The chicken tikka was excellent and the naan was very fresh also. Looking forward to trying more items too read more

It was a long wait for this restaurant to open. Since it was less than a mile from my home- I would drive passed it everyday looking to see when it would open its doors. It's small - but the seating is comfortable. After checking out the menu I was overwhelmed with the amount of possibilities. In the end the order was this: Chicken 65 ( for the kids ) Chole samosa chaat Kasari malai kofta Do pyaza Chefs naan Roti Plain naan Don't judge, there were 4 people eating. I love how thing arrived in stages. Slowly all the items were out in front. All the smells and all the flavors. Point to be made is the food was very well prepared, flavorful, and of great quality. So, then why not the 5 stars?? --- available service. There was a lack of service. I asked three times for more water for the table. It never came. I asked for another menu to see if we wanted dessert - it never came. And I also asked for a mango Lass and it never came. I wasn't charged so that is not a big deal. Thanks for eating with me today. I'll see you next time. read more

See all

The food here is amazing! We ordered the tikka masala and butter chicken along with garlic naan and the flavors, quality and freshness made us want to return the next night! read more

This place is dooooope!!! We stopped by for lunch today and got down on some badass curries. Ambiance is quiet, chill, and clean. The tikka masala was outstanding - and what a lovely masala it was. Rich, creamy, nuanced, fragrant. The saagwala was also delicious, especially with that amazing garlic naan. Gobi Manchurian was fire as well. Loved the staff's carefully calibrated attention to the spice levels (iykyk ). Do NOT sleep on this one! read more

See all

We have been searching for our favorite Indian restaurant since moving to the area and have been a little more than disappointed by the options we have tried. We relegated ourselves to having subpar Indian food UNTIL we tried Rana. Rana is a game changer & we are absolutely ecstatic to have finally found a delicious go-to Indian restaurant. Everything that we have ever ordered here has been phenomenal. The chef has an innate talent of taking already sumptuous Indian cuisines to the next level with the most subtle of flavor machinations. Our favorite is the Paneer makhani and the chettandi fish masala - the flavors are just out of this world good. Highly recommend it! The service has always been amazing - it's a family owned restaurant manned by the sweetest people who are palpably passionate about food, and while the ambiance isn't particularly noteworthy, the food blows everything else out of the water. Try Rana right now. Thank me later. read more

The Punjabi in me is so happy that there is a restaurant serving true North Indian Punjabi food in Austin area. They have one of the best (and authentic) tandoori chicken in the city and their breads are too good! We tried Malai Kofta curry and Goat Rogan Josh - both of them were made to order just how we asked and were delicious! Highly recommend this place! read more

See all

TLDR: tasty, but a little expensive! Tikka Masala - At first bite, it's a little less flavorful than I'd expect, but over the course of the meal the flavor builds up. Not super sweet, which we appreciated. Samosas - the most delicious samosas I've ever eaten. Would order again! Korma - Not great. At other places, this dish usually has a little sweetness, but this was super salty and not liquid enough. Garlic and regular naan - yummy. Cost - a little pricey for me to go as often as I'd like. One curry with rice is $20! read more

It was our first time on this place and everything was super delicious! The service as awesome, very cute plates and the waiter was nice and very patient giving us recommendations! We'll be back for sure! read more

Rana Indian Restaurant - Tikka Masala (goat) and chicken butter with garlic naan and mango Lassi for drinking, everything was delicious! - Indian Near Me - Cedar Park, Texas