Love the food here! This is our third or fourth time eating here and it always impresses. The food…read moreis rich and flavorful. There's so much to choose from and you can tell each dish is bringing a unique experience to your taste buds. The service is also very good. Everyone is attentive and makes sure you're have a great experience. The only knock I have is that it is loud and makes it difficult to hear/converse with people. Otherwise, I love the food and will continue to eat here!

My partner and I stopped in around lunch for a cocktail and a quick bite, settling in at the bar…read more The space is visually striking; large, expressive portraits hang on the walls, colorful throw pillows line the banquettes, and shelves of labeled spice jars sit in the corner like a little apothecary. The bar itself is dramatic, a wall of bottles backed by bold red shelves. It all adds up to a room that feels like someone put real thought into every corner. We ordered the Ginger Turmeric Martini, which is made with Citron Vodka on the menu but we swapped in ISCO Gin; a substitution the bartender handled without hesitation. He mentioned he adds a tiny pinch of salt to some cocktails to brighten them up, a small detail, but the kind that tells you they actually think about what they're making. The drinks were served in cut crystal coupe glasses with a small edible flower floating on top, and they tasted as good as they looked. For food, we went with the Chili Cauliflower and the Dal Makhani. The cauliflower came out crispy in all the right ways, each floret holding its texture under a sticky, lightly sweet heat with a bit of tamarind that shines right through; tangy, a little smoky, deeply savory. The Dal Makhani was exceptional. The lentils were cooked with real intention, not reduced to mush but offering just a slight pop, and the overall flavor was rich and complex in a way that made it hard to put the naan down. Speaking of which, the garlic naan (sans cilantro, seeing as my partner has the gene where it tastes like soap) arrives charred and pillowy in equal measure, loaded with bits of fresh garlic. The service matched everything else. We were greeted warmly, and the staff genuinely seemed interested in getting to know us rather than just moving us through. That kind of rapport is rare and, when you find it, you notice. A spot we love to visit whenever we are in the area, and for good reason.

Got takeout for the first time from Chennai for a meeting and I was shook with how good it was!…read moreTheir portions are extremely generous. I got the lamb biryani and goat curry. The flavors are deep and the spices are divine. Their medium spice is spicy because they don't play here. Honestly, some of the best Indian food I've had in the state. I look forward to having it again when I'm in town!

This place is the real deal. I spent a summer in South India several years ago and this is the best…read moreIndian/South Indian food I've had outside of there. The poori masala is fantastic, as is the Chennai Special goat curry. Even more typical dishes like butter chicken, tikka masala, and palak paneer are outstanding. Can't recommend this place enough for authentic, flavorful Indian food.

This place has been open over a year now and I'm not sure why I haven't been until now! Do yourself…read morea favor and go! My friend and I split a bunch of things and keep talking about what to order when we go back. We tried a few of their appetizers and they were all delicious! We split to entrees and the mango curry was a knock out! The menu is slightly different than the usual Indian restaurants we go to, and I am obsessed. Our server was lovely. The owner came to speak with us and he was super friendly. The restaurant was clean, the wine was cold, naan was tasty, and I had somewhere to park my car. Can't wait to go back!!!

Swad is an Indian restaurant tucked away in a corner of a strip mall in Riverside, RI just a short…read moredrive outside of Providence. I was a bit apprehensive as some places with nearly perfect ratings tend to let you down, but Swad did not disappoint. The interiors (5/5) are tastefully modern with well thought out decor, with a bar near the entrance and plenty of tables for dining in. Music was pleasant and added to the ambiance. We started off the vegetable pakoras as an appetizer and mango lassi to drink. These vegetable pakoras (4.5/5) were delicious and well-liked. My only minor complaint would be the portion size as it likely should have included an additional 2-3 pakoras for the price, as the accompanying chutneys took up a good chunk of the space on the plate these were served on. The mango lassi (5/5) was refreshing with perfect hints on mango without being too sweet. For meals, we went with their butter chicken and paneer tikka masala (both 4.5/5). We really enjoyed the gravies with these dishes, as they were of high quality, and you could tell they were prepared by a chef that knows his recipes. The chicken was tender and not at all dried out, and the paneer was of good quality as well. Meals were served with ample rice for both dishes. We tried out both the butter naan (4.5/5) and garlic naan (5/5), which were excellent and served in a decent portion size, with a slight edge going to the garlic naan as it was one of the best I've had recently. For dessert, we went with the mango kulfi (5/5) which was beautifully presented and a perfect way to end off the meal, and a decent portion size for sharing. The service (4.5/5) was kind and attentive throughout the meal, and the server was happy to bring out additional bowls and utensils so that the dessert could be shared. The owner was also kind enough to check in on us a few times, happily engaging with us and ensuring everything was to our liking, which is always a cornerstone of a well run business. Overall, we were highly satisfied with our meal at Swad, so wouldn't hesitate to return or recommend them to others looking for high quality Indian cuisine in the Providence/Riverside area.

My friend and I came to Punjab for dinner Friday night my first time coming she's been a couple of…read moretimes for takeout. I thought it was absolutely delicious fresh we also had an appetizer platter not shown in photo. Everything was so good. Our waiter Russell was so nice. I highly recommend this restaurant. It's clean fresh and wonderful staff. It's located on Plainfield Pike in Johnston. Prices are reasonable.

Tried this place on a recommendation from a friend. The food was excellent. We loved the garlic…read moreNana bread. I had the salmon curry. We also ordered the butter chicken, the goat curry, chicken tikki masala. Everything was so good. Pricing is average. Well definitely be ordering from there again.

We are from Houston and were visiting Providence. We saw Simha on Westminster. We ordered Veg Dum…read moreBiryanis, Garlic Naan, Paneer Butter Masala, Veg Jalfrezi, ordered a Guava Chili drink and Mango lassi for our family of 4. The food was amazing - a 12 out of a 10. Food was delicious - our kids really loved the Paneer Butter Masala. Would highly recommend this place.

The food was pretty good but not the best Indian I've had. We got an order of samosas, chicken…read moretikka masala, paneer korma, and butter naan. The flavors were good but the chicken and the paneer were a little chewy. Same with the naan - the texture wasn't quite right. We called in a pickup order and we ordered something off of the menu they had posted online. They informed us that the menu wasn't going into effect until the end of the month, which was a shame. It was a quick turnaround time once we ordered and pickup was smooth.

5 enthusiastic stars for GREAT Indian delivery food that was very vegetarian-friendly!…read more We were ordering in and the reviews had us convinced that India Restaurant was the way to go. Things we loved: - the naan is LEGIT. And the order came with a very hefty amount of it. - veggie and tofu biryani: I put a note for it to be mild and it was! The star of this dish (other than the perfect rice and sauce) were the little raisins or currants that gave the perfect sweet surprise in many bites. - masala curry with tofu: Again, I requested mild and it was mild. My esophagus thanks them! This came over a bed of rice and the rich sauce was so delicious that we used the naan to sop it all up at the end. No scraps or crumbs left behind! Truly this was a great Indian meal. Though I wish we would've been able to eat at the restaurant, the delivery was faultless and the food traveled very well.

Place was very accommodating with seating. I felt bad for making reservations and we were initially…read moreseated inside but we preferred outside since my friends came from CT i wanted them to see the nice outside. They were nice about it. I honestly liked the lamb biryano a lot. I wish they had other samosas too though unless I'm wrong and it only comes with potatoes. Hot sauce was Masala yummy Drinks could have been better to me. I'm a bartender that's a curse! Maybe I'm just picky. Overall service was great i hope it turnneed out well for our server at the end.

I was very excited to try this when I saw it as I love Indian food. However it felt quite short of…read moremy expectations. I did go at 3pm and I was the only person in there, so I'm sure that had some effect on the quality of food. The rice was a little hard and cold, a majority of the toppings were fresh and crisp, but even the protein was a bit cold. The amount of sauce on top was drowning as well. The worker was very nice and walked me through the options which I appreciated.

Cilanter is such a gem in Federal Hill. Here's a shotgun review:…read more - The NICEST staff* - Fast casual, build-you-own meal style - Super fresh & tasty ingredients - So reasonably priced it's a little shocking - Casual stool seating inside - Fridge stocked with freshly made drinks - Tough parking situation** - All of the sauces & add-ons are so good*** *All of the employees are so nice & genuine. They'll answer every question with enthusiasm & detail. They'll talk you through every ingredient & add-on to help you create the perfect masterpiece. **There's a 15 minute parking spot right out front, but it's Federal Hill. You gotta kinda fight for it. ***I love the mango salsa they make. I also mix two of their sauces together to create my dream spicy/creamy combo. Don't be afraid to ask about mixing or going 1/2 & 1/2 on something!

why did you change the chicken in your saffron chicken kabobs? I have been ordering it for years…read moreand it is not the same. Chicken seems processed and a softer consistency than the grilled chicken previously. Please go back to how it was before.

I'm fairly new to trying different Indian dishes. We tried the saffron chicken kebabs, saag paneer…read moreand a side of the garlic and cilantro naan. Everything was absolutely delicious. All the flavors were incredible! I had a citrus honey martini also. Which was also so tasty and perfect with my meal. Would highly recommend! We sat at the bar and the bartender was so helpful as we were trying to decide what to get. It was also fairly quiet so a great spot to catch up with my friend!

This restaurant was such a hit! Swung by for a late lunch date and enjoyed everything we ordered…read more Started with the onion pakora and samosas for an app, got the lamb biryani and chicken tikka masala as an entree with garlic naan. And ended with rasmalai. Everything was flavored so well. The Tikka Masala sauce was outstanding, and this place definitely had the BEST naan I've ever had (and I've eaten lots of Indian food in NJ!!) it was truly just so fluffy and warm, and delish. Can't wait to come back!!

We had a wonderful experience at Monalessa's Indian Cuisine. The space is warm and welcoming with…read moreplenty of seating, and the staff were genuinely friendly and accommodating, which always makes a difference especially with kids. Very kid-friendly spot. We ordered the fried okra, which was surprisingly unique and absolutely delicious. Perfectly fried with a savory flavor and just a touch of sweetness definitely a standout. For mains, we had the butter chicken and chicken tikka masala. Both were creamy, rich, and full of flavor, and the white rice was cooked perfectly. We also tried the naan bread, including the onion naan, which was generously stuffed and packed with flavor. To drink, we had a mango lassi and fresh lemonade, both refreshing and a great pairing with the meal. Overall, we were really impressed and truly enjoyed our experience. We'll definitely be back.

server was so amazing! food was so good and fairly priced :) loved the environment inside, the…read moredecorations were so pretty!

It's been a while since I've been back but I remember kabob and curry being one of my favorites in…read morethe area. They don't have a parking lot, but they are located on Thayer St so lots of street parking to choose from. Since we went after 6 pm, street parking was free. The inside looks just like how I remembered it. We were seated on their first floor (they do have a second) towards the back so it felt very private. We could catch a glimpse of outside from the windows but most of it was obstructed by a wallpaper which was a shame. I was craving something sweet but hearty so I ordered us some cauliflower 65 as an appetizer. For drinks we just stuck to the water they gave us. The cauliflower 65 was good. It was sweet and a tiny bit spicy. The cauliflower was very soft. But I do wish the cauliflower would have kept more of its crunch from the batter. I couldn't decide on what I wanted as an entree so their special was perfect. I forgot the name of it but it's essentially a plate with rice, 4 different main dishes in small portions, a sauce, and naan bread. What I didn't like was that since the sides came in such small portions, the food cooled down very fast so I felt like I was racing against time. Also, I would have gladly paid an extra $1 to be able to select a topping for my naan. Without anything on it, it tastes too plain and kind of a waste of calories. The tandoori chicken was a bit dry but flavorful. Besides these, everything else was good. The flavors were good, the portion size was good, and customer service was also good.