Delicious and fresh ingredients, great service, and friendly…read more Would would highly recommend this Indian restaurant thank you Samir P.

This is the most delicious Indian place in Raleigh, possibly the best in North Carolina. The…read morewaiters were really nice and kid-friendly, the place smells wonderful as soon as you step in and it's clean and offers affordable and generous portions. Would eat it for breakfast, lunch and dinner everyday.

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.

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.

Best inidan food in this area BY FAR…read more Service is a 100/10 All staff were kind, caring, patient, and respectful. Food was excellent. Presentation and quality of the space is top notch as well.

Ordered 4 dosas when only one other table was occupied at the restaurant. The second two dosas for…read moremy children's order arrived a full 20-25 minutes after the first two dosas had arrived. I repeat - only one other table had customers. Unacceptable. On top of that, he also forgot to add a side order of masala to one of the dosas and also the food was nothing special. This was our first and last visit here. Judging by some other favorable reviews maybe it's just that they struggle with dosas - if so, then they should take it off the menu.

The food is delicious. The plain dosa, the idli and the vadas are the best in the Triangle. The…read morechutneys , the sambar and the chicken tikka was so flavorful. The service is attentive.

I ordered takeout from here, and noted several two for the price of one specials, and so ordered a…read moredouble set of dal as I know I can eat that, and double parottas as well. But I still saw fit to buy a dish as a single, a South Indian stew I hadn't seen before with tons of spices and a mix of dried berries. It was pretty out there, but the distinctive tangy and spicy combination that often comes with Tamil cuisine was much appreciated. My dal came with gongura leaves, a distinct and bitter vegetable that is probably good for you and does make for an interesting flavor in combination. Despite being billed as a two for one, my overall price to portion size on this order was okay but not great; the price for that one dal was high enough to make it so. While waiting, I saw some shakes in a fridge with some low-quality ice cream stored behind them, and was glad I didn't indulge, as I'd expect either something local or something imported. The quality of some of their core food items I suspect is higher. Most people were getting takeout, although there was a substantial dining area, one which could have been cleaner.

Awesome food! Service was great, it was quick and i had a good experience. The place was nice and…read morevery comfortable.

Ok, let me get this clear. Many people love this place and I now know why but I also don't want to…read moreunderstate my pure glee when trying this food. I'm a fairly practiced home cook that loves to make food-sciency dishes, Michelin inspired stuff, and true comfort food alike. Most places I've been I could now recreate the majority of the food on my own (including a variety of ethnic food, especially Indian). I think it would take me a few years to recreate ONE DISH from this place. I should seriously be spending time with my mother and grandmother but instead my head is currently buried in my phone while trying to envision the tastes that hit my tongue. Anyways, this place beat the brakes off my expectations, so let's get talking about food and service. First Impression: Upon walking into the restaurant, I was kindly greeted by the man working the front of house (Sonny) and he shook my hand after recognizing my voice. I called fifteen minutes prior to push our reservation and add a seat, but I did not expect to feel so welcomed and comfortable so quickly. Amazing hire and clearly keeps things running smoothly. No notes for the other staff either, they were all exceedingly kind, courteous, and responsive when we had questions. Ambiance: This greatly contributed to the fantastic meal we just had. They had flowers and balloons out for Mother's Day (which was not expected at all either), but also the whole place is filled with natural light and a simply great vibe when eating food. Music wasn't loud/distracting, acoustics never made me worry I was yelling either. The food also was so pretty that it just tied it all together organically. Appetizers: I think this place is pretty well known for its Gunpowder Lamb Chops. So I won't go into excessive detail, but yes it is just that fucking good that if you don't get it, you're probably not thinking straight. I will definitely be back for those because I wouldn't dare try to make it myself and ruin it. We also had this Chaat dish that was a more modern take and it was without a doubt the most creative Chaat I've ever tried. Excellent. Entrees and Sides: We ordered three entrees to share amongst 5 adults (although 2 are older folks) and had two small boxes of leftovers to argue over. The first thing that I tried was the Duck Vindaloo (9.8/10) - I knew immediately I would be writing my very first food review afterwards. I don't even know if putting duck in a vindaloo is conventional, but it's EPIC. My grandparents thought it was a touch sweet but I liked it better that way and it perfectly complemented the duck. Next was the Ember Lamb Shank Special (9.5/10) - which was of course amazing. I actually forgot to put the gravy on top for the first half of the lamb I ate, so the half point off is honestly my fault. Would've been a ten if I was locked in. We also got the Nustea Shrimp (10/10) - which I think you will have to try yourself to believe my rating. I won't even try to describe it other than the sorba (sauce) that we almost licked off the plate. Lastly, we had Naan (8.9/10), Chili-Garlic Naan (9.3/10), Raita (9.7/10), and a vegetable salad (9/10) on the side. I have always thought most Indian restaurants cheap out on the sides, but this one makes them expert level. I genuinely have no idea what the orange crunchy spheres in the raita were, but this was the only time I've ever had raita outside my home and liked it. Desserts and Beverages: We ordered the Kumbala Brulee (9.5/10, genius idea btw). The lovely staff ALSO gifted us some Raspberry cake (9.7/10) which was phenomenal. That was honestly the cherry on top that made me a true believer. Final Note: If you read this far and haven't made a reservation yet then unfortunately you didn't get the point... Go try this place ASAP I pinky promise you won't regret it. I even ordered a goat curry to go so my girlfriend could try the art they are calling food. Oh and did I somehow forget to add ALL THE MEAT IS HALAL??? What a way to put me in the running for favorite grandchild . And Sonny if you're reading this thanks for making this Mother's Day one of the best you're the man!!

Had the Paneer Tikka Masala with medium heat and naan. Very tasty. Spice level was just right for…read moreme. Portion size was good. I couldn't eat it all. Prompt, friendly service.

I visited it during the lunch hours. It is a small place with a plenty of seating nice, clean and…read morequiet. Menu is simple and have plenty of options for vegetarian. Since I am pure vegetarian. I appreciated seeing no, meat and other non-vegetarian items in the menu. We ordered Bada with Sambhar and Rava Dosa along with a Mysore masala Dosa. Sambhar was extremely yummy and right combination of spices and not too spicy. Additionally, the tomato Chutney and the Coconut Chutney was very very fresh and yummy. Everything went well together. I also like that the potato filling was served on the side and not inside my Dosa, so I could control the quantity I would consume. We closed our lunch with a cup of tea. It was little strong and over boiled for my taste, but I liked the warmth of it. Overall, this is a good place to hang out with your friends or kids, and there is something for everyone on the menu. Next time I'm gonna go and try their platter which comes with Dosa Idly and Kesari Bhat and chole poori which is my way to test how good a place is ... for now I will give this place a 4 star Our server was very polite, attentive, and made the check out super easy for me

I went during peak dinner hours and couldn't believe more people weren't there because the food and…read morethe service were great. I ordered the chicken tikka masala and garlic naan. The tikka masala had a very tomatoey flavor. I got a spicy level 3 but next time I think I want to try the 4 or 5 and the garlic naan was perfectly cooked with the right amount of crisp and softness. Everything came out piping hot. The restaurant is spacious and perfect for large parties, family gatherings, etc. so if you're in the area craving Indian food, I highly recommend!

Ordered takeout the other day and loved everything!! Our food was ready on time and was still warm…read moreby the time we got home. We ordered the butter chicken, chana saag, roti, and raita. The chana saag was my favorite - so flavorful and not too oily. Will definitely be coming back again!

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.

Love Azitra. Have been several times in the last few years for lunch with friends. The food is…read moregood; ambiance is attractive and soothing. It's a pretty place to eat. Service is attentive. I have had the spinach paneer, vegetable kofta and paneer tikka masala. All of them were very good. I love the bread. Go! You'll have a great meal.

Amazing staff! Super friendly and helpful! Ambiance of this restaurant is fantastic. The lentil…read moresoup had the right amount of spice and was very satisfying as was the Goni Manchurian (cauliflower)! And the chicken tikki masala was amazing! So rich with flavor and that garlic naan bread is to die for! I could eat it all day long