My husband and I love visiting the bar for amazing cocktails and wonderful, attentive service. The…read morefood is equally delish! It is a date night go to.

Visiting the area for some training, and the front desk at the Rizzo Center recommended Lime and…read moreLemon. Glad they did. The moment I walked in, I was hit with those warm, spicy Indian aromas that instantly make you hungry. Friendly staff got me seated right away. The menu is huge, so I asked my waiter for recommendations. Usually a bit of a gamble, but this time it paid off big. He suggested the Cutlet Chaat, Saag Paneer, and Mango Lime Chicken. Every single dish was outstanding--deep, layered flavors, perfectly tender chicken, and that fresh, warm naan that pulls it all together. Each bite just lit up my taste buds. This is easily one of the best Indian meals I've had anywhere. The atmosphere is welcoming, the service is solid, the options are plentiful, and everything comes out looking and tasting fantastic. I wish I could pack the whole place up and bring it back to my neighborhood in Columbus. If you're anywhere near here, make Lime and Lemon a priority. It's that good. I'm already thinking about dragging some friends back this week so we can all enjoy it together.

Urban Turban has awesome decor and vibes, it's such a beautiful restaurant! I came for lunch and…read morethe service was great. The music seemed to be modern Indian music, which I enjoyed. I had a lunch special, the Non-Vegetarian Thali, which came with a Vegetable Samosa, Dal Bukhara, Butter Chicken, Butter Naan, Rice, Raita, and a Gulab Jamun. This is the first time I've had a Thali and the presentation was beautiful. Vegetable Samosa: Perfectly crisp on the outside and soft inside. Mild spicy. Dal Bukhara: Delicious lentil curry! I've never had this before (I usually get Dal Makhani), and I now know I prefer Dal Bukhara because it has lentils only. Butter Chicken: Delicious curry. I loved the smoky flavor and char on the chicken. The curry was perfectly spicy (I ordered medium spicy). The butter naan, rice, and raita were all good in supporting the dish. Gulab Jamun: A delicious sweet doughnut in syrup, a nice little treat before leaving the restaurant. The lunch Non-Veg Thali is a great deal at $24, especially for the amount of food you get (I ended up with leftovers too). I can't wait to come back and try their dinner and bar offerings!

We were at Urban Turban for a celebration and it did not disappoint at all. The place is bright…read morebeautiful and depicts rural Indian decor. We were seated immediately and ordered drinks which were out promptly. Jaljeera, wine and the cocktail urban turban special. I loved my jaljeera, perfect sweet and tangy spicy flavour. For starters we ordered chicken chapli kabab, tandoori fish tikka and dahi ke kabab. Dahi kebab was the winner, it was crispy and soft and went perfectly well with its sweet gravy which was good twist to this simple appetizer. My second favorite was the chapli kabab, it was so soft and juicy and very light on spice. Their fish dishes were a little disappointing, I guess the fish and preparation both were not impressive. For main course we ordered their malabar fish curry which again was a disappointment, punjabi chicken curry which was pretty good, but the daal bukhara stole our hearts, very well prepared and flavourful dish. We couldn't stop ourselves from ordering some desserts, so we ordered their balu shahi with Rabri and gulab jamun with icecream. Rabri was great, but balushahi was big, seemed undercooked and bland. It's very difficult to mess up gulab jamun so that was good. The service was fast and the people were so friendly. We paid tip over the bill that already had gratuity included since we dint know, and the person came back with money and returned it saying the gratuity is included. We loved the honesty and warm gesture of the people working there. I am really looking forward to visiting this place again soon and trying their other dishes.

Pure Excellent You can't miss this place, if you are…read moredriving through the local area you'll definitely find it, Sitar has a Mughal styled exterior so the vibe is 5 stars, the inside is plush, clean and affords great privacy. The servers are professional and attentive. The food here is a very rare gem. You will find both great northern Indian dishes like Hariyali Kebab in fragrant sauce as well as (I swear I did not think it's possible to find a dish like this in the south let along the US) southern Indian classics like Malabar fish curry cooked to perfection for the affordable lunch buffet which as of 2026 is still priced around 18.99. Come with your friends and bring everyone, they will really give you a satisfying visit.

The food was good, the biriyani was the best, it was really flavorful. One of the best biriyanis…read moreI've tasted in the Triangle area. The beef curry was good too, but could be stir fried a bit more. Cabbage thoran was great. The bhaji for the poori needed salt, but the pooris were awesome. The chai was delicious. The only thing that was not great was that they charged a 20% gratuity even though we selected the buffet. We were a group of 10, but all of us ate from the buffet.

This place occupies a busy stretch across from the university. It was not busy when I walked in…read more(noting that I visited this college town during the summer), but business picked up to the point where the one person working the front got busy rather quickly. I was not in a hurry but they could stand to hire some help. Their menu included a chole bhature, and they did a very credible rendition. Even at a medium spice level, it hit noticeably. More importantly, my fried bread and chickpeas came with pickled sides that made for a great flavor contrast in addition to the zingy herbal chickpea curry. I experienced no disappointment in what I ordered. Their menu includes markings for vegan and gf concerns, and their open kitchen offers to customize orders as needed. I also received an excellent papadum set to start with no fewer than six accompaniments. I was a bit surprised their menu didn't include anything in the way of a light soup or salad, mostly heavy comfort food. Having said that, I think they're doing a solid job and will likely be busy when the university is in season.

Please keep in my mind i'm a white girl who got the most white thing ever so take my review with a…read moregrain of salt. I got the chicken tikka masala and garlic cheese naan. The naan was pretty good! I'd say a 4/5. The chicken tikka masala though I did not like. The rice was also stale and mushy. The sauce might be a different style I just found it to be weirdly sweet. The chicken itself was tough and chewy. Overall, didn't love and won't be back.

Nice to be greeted upon entry. Very nice and inviting inside. Although I didn't indulge, the buffet…read morefoods looked very fresh and area CLEAN. I was invited to sample items on the buffet, pointing to little sauce bowl to use. I ordered the red lentil soup and samosa chaat to go. Piping hot. Delish! Will definitely go back..... maybe tomorrow.

Went on a Saturday right when it opened. Very clean and buffet was ready for patrons…read more I was impressed. As a meat eater, that's all i go for at an Indian buffet. So they had tandoori chicken, chicken kebabs, chicken tikka masala, and a goat curry. Dessert was tasty as well. I tried the galab jamun which was sitting nice and warm in its delicious syrup. I also tried the kheer (rice pudding). I was happy with it all. I've had better naans but they were a solid 4/5 and came made to order direct to your table. For $16.99 in this day and age, it can't be beat. If i wasn't watching my weight, I'd be here several times a month easily.

Great food great service, will expand on the perfectly spiced salmon later! Thank you Kabab and…read moreCurry - it's always a great experience.

Met a friend here for lunch on Friday afternoon. Street parking was actually pretty easy to find…read morebut there is a paid lot really close. May be free lots close by as well but I was fortunate not to have to look very hard. There were three young men waiting at the front to assist. We were seated quickly. We got water and I ordered a Kingfisher to start my weekend early LOL. (Unfortunately they did not have it on draft, only in bottles, but it was still really good beer!) They brought us out some (I think) roti (crispy thin flat bread) with three different dipping sauces. A cilantro mint, a charred pepper, and a brown sauce. All pretty good. I ordered the Mulligatawny Soup and the Veggie Platter while my friend got the Chicken Tikka with a garden salad. The soup was just okay. It seemed to be very lacking in flavor at the restaurant. I took the rest of it home and ate it a couple of days later and it was much tastier. I guess it just need time for all the flavors to meld, I don't know. But the veggie platter was phenomenal. My favorites were the samosas (of course!) and the veg pakora. I would highly recommend those. My friend said her chicken tikka was just mid. Her garden salad was big and looked fresh and delicious. There was absolutely nothing wrong with the service either. The waiters constantly refilled our waters and the wait time was not long. They didn't even rush us when we spent an hour and a half at the table. The only reason this is a four and not a five is that there are other Indian restaurants close in this area that I enjoy the food more.

Absolutely one of our favorite, truly authentic Indian restaurants in Chapel Hill/Durham. Dining…read moreoutside is a joy although we have had cozy dinners inside on wintry evenings. Vimala has also catered lovely take-out parties for us.

Cute outdoor space with decent Indian food! The mango lassi was solid and the appam and curry were…read morefine... just felt like it was kind of a measly portion for the price. You do order from a QR code and service was prompt with bringing out meals. Overall, would give it a 3.5/5 (rounding up to a 4).

I got some chicken tikka masala while on campus and it is absolutely amazing. The portion size is…read morehuge and very filling, the price is decent, and the flavor kicks and rocks your mouth. Great classic local spot.

I underestimated this restaurant, both in the scale and ambiance of the dine-in experience, but…read morealso in the food they offered. This place has an extensive South Indian menu of dishes that are hard to find, which is to say I could have gotten something more creative than the standby of a masala dosa. The execution of the dosa, however, was excellent, with the sort of thin crispy texture I've never been able to duplicate at home, plus a mouthwatering potato mix and a robust chutney selection. I also had the option of a tea with saffron threads (and sugar) in it, which was an interesting one. An introduction to the South Indian food experience was part of college for me, and with this being on the main stretch in a college town, it can serve as a similar experience for many.

If you are looking for authentic Indian food and are nearby Chapel Hill, this spot is a must! Great…read morevibe, great location, awesome service, great food. There is free parking on the side of the building. Not alot, so be prepared to search around if need be. It's Franklin st. What do you expect!

Pravin was an absolute bro he was really cool and professional, he had this really cool smoke drink…read moremachine it makes a bubble and then comes out the bottom just ask for it and you'll see!

This was a delightful find. We are visiting town and a…read morefriend brought us here. The menu was clearly marked with gluten free dishes which is important to me. We ordered: Saag chicken Chicken Tikka Masala Bhindi masala (okra) Lamb biryani And 2 garlic naans-- which were not gluten free but I was the only one who couldn't eat the naan. Rice came with the dishes. And so did Raita (yogurt sauce). The food came within about 10 minutes. It was delicious. Morris was our server-- he was very kind and helpful and attentive to our needs. I highly recommend this place. We asked for saamf (an after meal digestive) at the end and they brought it to our table.

My first time to try idli and Mysore masala dosa. The idli was soft, fluffy, and fresh. It had that…read moreperfect light texture. Paired with the coconut chutney and sambar, it felt comforting and authentic without being overly heavy. The chutneys tasted fresh and well-balanced, and the sambar had a nice depth of flavor. The Mysore masala dosa was the standout for me. The dosa itself was beautifully crisp on the outside while still slightly soft inside, and the spicy red chutney spread added a great kick without overpowering everything else. The potato filling was well-seasoned, not too oily, and had just the right amount of spice. Every bite had a satisfying crunch followed by warm, savory flavors. Overall, everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared. If you're craving South Indian food, this spot definitely delivers--especially for dosa lovers. I'll definitely be back to try more from their menu. The place is nice and looks classy. Service was good and the servers were patient and welcoming for us first timers when we arrived at almost closing time.