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    Tulsi

    4.4 (381 reviews)
    ModerateIndian, Vegetarian, Vegan
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Takeout: Tadka Dal, Aloo Baingan, Aloo Paratha, Curry
    Ashley R.

    Absolutely delicious. We got takeout: * tofu curry (hot) * veggie pakora * aloo paratha * tadka dal (cobra hot) * aloo baingan (hot) The cobra hot (level above "Indian hot") was indeed hot and I had some sweat and tears by the end of my bowl. Generous portions (especially of rice). I bet the pakora are better when fresh instead of takeout but they were still good. They had MANY clearly marked vegan options which was very helpful. The food was ready quickly after ordering. It looks like a nice place for a date too. In a nice walkable area of Carytown too.

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    Jean W.

    Our favorite Indian food spot in Richmond! --------------------------------- Food: we were impressed by the quality of the food that was also well-priced, our favorite thing to get here are the tandoori dishes which come out on a hot cast iron skillet; you can tell it's freshly made. I have not had great experiences with meat/fish dishes at Indian restaurants however the meat and fish (salmon/shrimp) here was very well done Recommendations: tandoori combo, salmon/shrimp tandoori Affordability: well priced, large portions Ambiance: warm inviting interior Service: attentive, good, complimentary appetizers to start Good for: casual or fancy dinners, group events/celebrations

    Love the packaging!
    Ry L.

    This is my go-to restaurant in RVA for Indian food. I usually opt for their chicken tikka masala but also love everything I take a chance on as well. Parking is challenging but they offer delivery which I usually take advantage of. Either way, online ordering is always seamless. Unfortunately, in my experience, they tend to forget items more often than not, but it's always taken care of very professionally. It's just inconvenient since I was unable to drive this particular night and had to get someone else to go pick up my missing item, but the food is good enough to offer a little extra forgiveness.

    Lychee martini
    Samantha L.

    If you're looking for an authentic Indian restaurant, this is the spot to go! It is super cute inside with elegant decor, and the food is outstanding! They give you poppadom as a little appetizer. Their cocktails are delicious. I got the Alfonso, which is a mango coconut turmeric cocktail. I swapped gin for rum and it was perfection. My friend got a lychee martini which was also good. The food is the true highlight of the place. Every single meal was outstanding. I am Indian and haven't had this good of Indian cuisine in a while! The Konkani was extremely tasty. I got medium-to-hot spice level and it was the perfect spice level. If you like spice, go for the hot, though. I tried all of my friends' dishes too and everything was truly incredible. I recommend getting the tandoori, as it comes with a side of curry too. Special thanks to our server Ali! We had a great time and ate so well! The portions were perfect, leaving us full at the end. There was also no wait, even on a Friday night. The place was decently full but they still had space.

    Rice Pudding
    Liz P.

    We visited Tulsi for our Valentine's Day Dinner and were seated right away despite showing up 10 min prior to our reservation time. That was lovely! We were fully prepared to wait. The service was okay. Our waiter was precise and checked on us every so often. Though not rude, he was particularly unfriendly, which was a little uncomfortable. The food was delicious! Fantastic portions and amazing flavor. Even the mild dishes had a lovely level of spice to them! I just wish my butter chicken had come with more of their amazing sauce, but I loved the amount of protein I got. The garlic naan was amazing and it was the perfect amount for our meal! All in all, it was a good dining experience. Not sure I'd visit again anytime soon, but I would recommend to others!

    Javell H.

    My favorite Indian restaurant just got a renovation and let me tell you, it is so much cuter now! I'm a regular at Tulsi and here's why. Tulsi is in the heart of Cary town and it offers an upscale experience to enjoy Indian cuisine. My recent visit I was greeted by the incredibly polite and friendly staff. I ordered the goat curry, the mango curry and butter chicken. All of these were phenomenal. Spice was on point and exceptional. The flavors were bursting. The portions were so generous. Pricing is also at a good price point for the portions you get. Honestly, this is the best indian restaurant in RVA.

    Rogan Josh
    Paola B.

    The gorgeous interior drew me and the bf into this place and we have no regrets. the inside is dark and romantic, and the food was delicious. i will advise however that you pick the level BELOW what you think you can handle with spice, because we got "medium to hot" which was level 3/6 and we were struggling man besides that everything was so good and the service was great.

    Jasreen K.

    I normally don't like to go to Indian restaurants cu I feel like I am a better cook LOL. But glad my cousin decided for us - we ordered appetizers and drinks. And OMG!!! This place did not disappoint!!! Samosa chaat Paapri chaat Paneer tikka Lychee Martinis The place was packed! Definitely need to go back!!

    Caroline A.

    The food was fantastic, and the service was just as impressive. I tried a few things for the first time, and nothing disappointed. I had the Chicken Tikka Masala, which was full of flavor, and started with the house salad, a bit spicy, but really good. I also ordered a margarita, which was strong but still very enjoyable. The staff were attentive and welcoming throughout the entire visit. Highly recommend!

    Papadam

    Papadam: this is complimentary! nice and crispy and the chutneys accompanying it were yummy Chili Paneer: the paneer was slightly fluffy and not too dense, the sauce was on the sweeter side and ketchupy Garlic Naan: always delicious and a classic Chicken Masala (mild): curry was very flavorful, thick and creamy Service: they are attentive and polite and come to check in once in a while. the inside is very pretty

    Harrison C.

    This is one of my favorite places in Richmond to get Indian food! The employees are always so friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere is warm! The food is out of this world, I would recommend going with multiple people and getting multiple entrées to split, because everything is too good on the menu to just pick one!

    Roti
    Paula M.

    New Fav!!! When you first walk in, you're treated to beautiful decor and a lovely waitstaff. We sat at a booth by the windows, which was great for people watching. We are also both vegan and we really appreciated that the menu clearly labels what can and can't be made vegan (lots of options btw!). We went with the Aloo Gobi, Vegetable Mango Curry, and the Roti (all vegan ofc). Absolutely delicious, the aloo gobi was perfectly spiced and salted, the mango curry was a great blend of sweetness and twang, and the roti was just delicious. Honestly, probably our new favorite restaurant in the area - definitely recommend!!

    Lamb Korma
    Courtney W.

    TLDR; food was great, portions were solid, service was excellent! Service - I took my 11 month old for dinner just before 6. The restaurant wasn't busy. Cute, quiet, and HUGE windows that gave us plenty to look at outside. I was nervous about braving dinner out, alone, with a baby but the waiters were all SO KIND and helpful. My waiter was patient as I decided what to order and gave excellent recommendations. Food - what first stood out to me is the menu. FINALLY an Indian restaurant that describes the flavor profile of each dish so that I wasn't googling every option or taking an absolute shot in the dark. So helpful! I also saw way more varieties of naan than I have at other restaurants. Chili naan, stuffed naan - I can't wait to go back and try them all! I ordered the tandoori chicken and lamb korma (both at the recommendation of my waiter) with a side of garlic naan. Everything was excellent! I ordered "medium" heat with the intention of sharing with my 11 month old but it was too spicy for her and a bit spicy for me. I was surprised! I told my waiter and he offered to bring out a plain masala for her which was so kind and helpful as I was prepared to order a new meal. Lamb Korma - had a nutty, earthy flavor. I actually didn't like it at first but it grew on me throughout my meal. I enjoyed the lamb and will probably get that again but I'm not sure about the korma. Tandoori Chicken - this was a first for me and I'm so glad the waiter recommended it after listening to what I was considering! I got several whole pieces of chicken on top of a bed of vegetables (peppers and onions mostly along with a few pieces of broccoli). This meal came out on a hot cast iron (like fajitas). The sauce comes on the side. I got Tikka Masala which was rich and delicious. I really enjoyed the few pieces of broccoli I had so I might consider trying a vegetarian option next time. Garlic naan - this was the ONE disappointment and probably why I wouldn't give 5 stars. For $4, one big piece of naan cut in half is not enough... it's also less than what I'm accustom to at other places. Flavor was delicious but they should double the portion.

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    Great food and service . Huge portions. The listing says "good for kids" and that probably isn't true...

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    1 year ago

    Ordered hot lamb masala from DoorDash with garlic chili naan. Easily one of, and possibly the best masala I've ever had

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    We appreciate your feedback Kyle. Looking forward to your next visit!

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    I had the most amazing birthday dinner here! food is amazing! staff is so kind! ambiance was perfect!best indian food in rva 11/10!!!!!!!

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    Great food and great service! My bf and I come to the restraunt everytime we are in Richmond!

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    the food was amazing and the service was wonderful. The workers were very polite and polite.

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    Hey Jessica, we can't wait to have you back! See you soon!

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    Fantastic Indian food with nice ambiance and good location. Vegetable samosas were yummy.

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    Hi Liz, thank you so much for your 5 star review!

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    Amazing it was so delicious the best thing I've ever tried you won't regret it ..................

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    Ask the Community - Tulsi

    Jannat Indian Cuisine

    Jannat Indian Cuisine

    4.8
    (239 reviews)
    5.2 mi
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    We have been here three or more times in the past year. Each time, it is clear that the owners put…read morecare into the restaurant. Incremental updates like refreshing the flatware, tweaking small things in the decor, and continuing to deliver the outstanding service we have come to expect go a long way. I tried the Mango Chicken this visit, and it was wonderful at spice level 3 for me. I like a kick, and the sweet flavor was paired exquisitely. We always leave with leftovers because we want to indulge ourselves again the next day; it never disappoints. I have heard people say they don't like Indian food, which I don't understand. I have extreme difficulty finding a lovelier culinary experience than Jannat, which is wild because RVA provides some of the most enticing restaurant choices I've ever had access to.

    Jannat Indian Cuisine is a popular Indian restaurant in RVA that offers outstanding service,…read moreconsistently great food, and a comfortable dining experience. Guests can choose their preferred protein, sauce, and spice level, as well as enjoy a selection of beer, wine, and Indian Sula wines. We visited during lunchtime and partook of their lunch specials, featuring generous portions and a decent variety. I enjoyed Goat Vindaloo while wife was milder with Seafood Korma. I asked for spicy and received their level 5 (1-5). It was good, flavors and seasoning were excellent, but for truly spicy you need to ask for "True Indian Level" they are used to a bunch of Americans with tender palates! The staff is friendly and helpful with recommendations, and although the place was busy, we never felt rushed. The restaurant's clean and inviting environment adds to the positive experience. We saw a few dishes that others had ordered from the regular menu, and they looked ample and generous. So, although it seems a little pricey, it is not a bad value.

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    Carytown Indian Cuisine

    Carytown Indian Cuisine

    4.6
    (117 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    It's really good. Really, really good. Spice levels are on point. Service is great. Carytown is fun…read moreand engaging before you even get to the food. And I'm certainly no expert on Indian cuisine, but man, I'm coming back. Try anything. Try everything. Don't be scared...

    Trying to work through my yelp review drafts and came across this gem. This was such a lovely meal…read moreafter a long day of travel to Richmond for work. Here were our hits and misses: Potli samosa: cute presentation, but ultimately just a samosa. Not a miss by any means but not something super innovative in the flavor department (in case you look at the menu expecting that) Lamb rada curry: def a hit! Lots of lamb, lots of flavor. Do ask for mild if you can't tolerate heat Iike my husband and go for a side of raita also. Kadhai paneer:medium is perfect, these guys do spicy FOR South Asians which, as South Asians, my husband and I appreciate but it's worth keeping in mind for those not used to "desi spicy". Plenty of paneer which I appreciated and it was soft not rubbery. Hit! Lost in lychee: such a pretty drink! I like the rose ice in the middle but it does dilute the drink a bit. Still very floral, very pretty, very light hit! Bombay smash: spicy, smoky from the cumin, and exactly what hubby likes in a cocktail. Hit! We arrived on a pretty quiet Sunday evening and had zero complaints about the service. A worthy spot if you are craving Indian food in Richmond!

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