This is my first time here but my husband went here for basmati rice once before. We visited after…read morework today (Monday around 5:30pm) and bought more rice, some desserts, several types of incense, masala chai tea, and naan. Total was around $100 after we finished shopping. The owner, Ravi, was very friendly, helpful, and informative. Since we were waiting for traffic to die down, we stayed to order-in a Deshi Paneer Masala sandwich (medium spicy without tomatoes), a cream horn, a guava pastry, and a mango lassi drink. The sandwich and drink were freshly made (presumably by Ravi's wife?) while we were waiting and both were excellent. It was probably the best tasting Deshi Paneer Masala we have ever tasted :) The place is organized, offers affordable items, and appears to be clean. They also have clean single-occupancy private restrooms for customers. We would go back here again to shop and get another fresh sandwich!

I recently stopped by Nirvana Grocery Store and Cafe, and I can't say enough good things about this…read moreplace--a true hole-in-the-wall. I tried the Cuban-style Bombay Sandwich, and it was absolute perfection--flavorful, fresh, and seriously fulfilling! But what truly made the visit special was the hospitality. The owner and his wife went completely out of their way to make me authentic Indian tea. That kind of warmth and genuine care is so rare to find these days. If you're looking for delicious, satisfying food and a place that treats you like family, Nirvana Grocery and Cafe is an absolute gem. I'll definitely be back!

As I walked the dogs, I saw Twisted Tikka in the neighborhood (Mill Pond, Gainesville), an Indian…read moreFood Truck with encouraging reviews. Attractive look on the truck, I like that it stands out with solid branding! The main highlight: Fried on the spot are the Vegetable Samosa and Crispy Lentil Spinach fritters. The rest of the experience: The menu was disappointing, perhaps it was just me, and I may have just wished for more Indian fried street food on the menu. The man at the service window seemed overwhelmed, so no chit-chat was possible. Cheerlessly, the service was slow, and even longer wait time after placing the order. I ended up getting dinner also, ordering the Butter Chicken - small bits of chicken dispersed with butter sauce on top of a mound of rice. The flavors were good, but the protein portion was minuscule. Save your money on the Naan; it tasted store-bought and just warmed up. The flavors were non-memorable, with a sense of "Indian flavor authenticity," the spiciness in the sauce diluted.

Twisted Tikka is a fun food-truck we've indulged in dozens of times at Blackadder Brewery. Great…read morebutter chicken and samosas and really friendly staff.

I chose this place based on the ratings and ordered the Wayne Head Special. Unfortunately, it was…read morevery disappointing. The food tasted like it had been sitting around and was simply reheated, and it seemed like it was cooked in old, dirty grease. The burger was hot, but it was also extremely soggy. I'm giving it 2 stars only because the food was served hot. Maybe this place used to be good, but my experience was far from it. It's already hard enough to find good food in Gainesville, so I expected much better. I hope they improve their quality.

I had the opportunity to go to Wayne Head's place out on Waldo Rd recently, and to say that I was…read morepleasantly surprised by the whole experience is possibly understated. When approaching the place, you are thinking "oh, just another food truck". Well, that isn't the truth... their food is much more varied than most food trucks, and with the addition of porch seating it is a worthwhile experience. I went for the burger and shrimp combo platter that they have. I know, this is not a combination that you see anywhere else, but I definitely enjoyed it. However, I did find that platter to be somewhat messy. The burger was very much on the sloppy side, and with the shrimp next to it it made for some messy eating. Enjoyable eating, but messy. They are just down the road for me when I am at work, so I will definitely be returning. The East side of town needs more places that can provide food of this caliber!

They have really amazing curry & mango lassi here and it's super affordable (~$13). They also have…read morea big bowl of soup that you can help yourself to, which I loved. Also don't forget that there's a student discount! I had a really great experience here.

Atmosphere and service was great! Food was so flavorful and spicy ~ I have been back a couple…read moretimes since and always had a good experience.

Great little family owned spot in a great locale. It was busy for 3pm. I got the falafel Platter…read more It was tasty. I noticed several people got the sandwiches which were huge! Like a burrito. I also got a smoothie & baklava. All good. Support local.

This is one of Gainesville little secerts!!!! Everything is so good there. Over the years I think I…read morehave tried everything on the menu and it is all great. Grape leaves, spinach pies ,gyro, the works!!!It is also fun to watch the families of 10 walk in to CC pizza for the 2.00 meals. Try the king out next time you are in Butler Plaza. It is worth it.

Wow!!!!:I am totally blown away by the food here, been decades since i had eaten Idian food when i…read morel ived England for a short time. Walking in the door and friends had gotten our table. Waiters were so attentive, and the ambiance was amazing , music playing in the background,really added to the whole evenings atmosphere.. Now onto the food, everyone was sharing their plates as there was enough for sharing. The rich flavor, the aromas, and the sauces, my wife loved the tamarind sauce and when we were done , one of the waiters gave her a sauce to take home with the leftovers. We are already planning on trying their buffet, and are planning dinners to try more india. Foods ...definitely can see why they are top rated in theirbcategory on yelp. SOOOOOO Worth the visit!!

Located in a strip mall with other good food spots on 34th, just off Archer, this Indian restaurant…read moreearns its spot there. They have a lunch buffet and that's what we were there for. It was pretty busy but never crowded. Service was friendly and around just the right amount. The food was tasty and a good variety of options. Butter chicken and curry goat are always good choices in my book. Definitely recommend if you're in the mood to indulge in some Indian food.

Best ribs and pulled pork I've ever had. The brisket is like butter, so tender. The sides are great…read moretoo! We always get baked beans, green beans and the collard greens. Try it you'll love it.

The gentleman who runs this food truck was very pleasant and generous…read more The jumbo pulled pork sandwich, corn nuggets, baked beans and Arnold Palmer (half tea/half lemonade) was very tasty and high quality. The price of everything was for under $20! Very large portion of food concerning pricing. They even gave us something small on the house, we really appreciate the kind gesture. They are sometimes located at Amber Brooke farms, very nice area to eat and spend time with friends and family. Please give them a chance!

I stopped by this location just to see what they have when I was on my face. I ordered the…read morevegetarian. It was delicious and the curry was spicy, but not too hot. The food is fresh delicious and enjoyable. I had to go back and get more for my family because they enjoyed it.

If you're looking for some good Indian take out - definitely stop by Mint Indian. This restaurant…read moreis located near Waffle House on Newberry Road but can be tricky to get into depending on the direction you're coming from. When walking in, they had some old school Bollywood music videos. My order was taking quickly and I waited for about 10 minutes for my order. Once I got home, the food was still piping hot. I ordered the chana masala, which comes with basmati rice, and an order of samosas. The samosas were perfectly cooked and seasoned. They had a hint of spice but tolerable. The two sauces - tamarind and chutney were so good with the samosas. I wish I ordered more. The chana masala was very tasty, I went with medium heat since it was first time eating here. The spice was really good, I could've went hotter though. The masala was buttery and delightful. I could've drank the sauce it was that good. The chickpeas were cooked perfectly as well. The flavor profile of the dish was tangy but creamy. I wish I had some chicken tikka to throw in there. Overall a great take out meal and great portion sizes where you can stretch out these meals.