Amazing place for your Indian cravings. First time visiting Houston, and we got the paneer butter…read moremasala, side of rice, garlic naan, and crispy manchurian. Everything was wonderful. We went home and ate the leftovers for dinner. Inside the service is also pretty good. Nice people, warm and welcoming atmosphere. The tables were pretty clean and we didn't need a ressy to dine in. Would definitely try other items on their menu next time we visit.

This place had some highs and lows. It took a while for someone to acknowledge us and take our…read moreorder at the front, which wasn't the best first impression. The food had good flavor, but it was much greasier than I'm used to for this cuisine. I also felt the portions could have been a bit larger considering the price, as it seemed expensive for what was served.

The agas chops are so good got the best The the chop so good…read more taste ever you got to try

This is a great place that you have to make sure you go to at the right time because the line here…read morecan get pretty long! As dreadful as that may seem to some, it is s simply a result of successfully delivering delicious food. Every time I've eaten here I've always enjoyed my meal and had enough leftovers for an additional meal. My first time eating here I had the Aga's or Mixed Platter and regardless of which, it was great! Literally everything on the platter is well seasoned and it comes with so many different meats that I can't list them all, so you'll just have to try for yourself to see if you agree. The only asterisk I'll add is I don't like the meat consistency on the Chicken Bihari. It's not seasoned bad but the texture makes it a pass for me. I've also had the Chicken Platter a couple times and again simply delicious and flavor. Unfortunately it also had the Chicken Bihari on it. As you see I keep ordering platters here that have the Chicken Bihari on them and eating them up still. I really need to remember I don't like it to ask for extra Chicken Boti instead. I also had the Chicken Biryani and it again is really good. My only thing is I don't care for the nuts or seeds in the dish or the bones in the chicken pieces. The garlic naan bread is exactly what it's supposed to be, adding another element to an already delicious meal. It could be a tad more flavorful but even still it is good and cooked well. Anytime I've dined in I've had the Mango Lassi and enjoyed it. Most recent visit the person with me had the Sparkling Strawberry drink and they enjoyed it so I think I'll try it next time. This isn't right next to me so I don't think of it sometimes but each time I have it I'm reminded of what a disservice I'm doing to myself by not eating here more.

Went to Amrina to celebrate our anniversary, and experience their Tasting Menu. The experience…read moreitself was incredible, and everything was delicious. If you're searching for a culinary experience that's local, I highly recommend Amrina. We were greeted with a wonderful sign from the Amrina team wishing us a happy anniversary. The service was exceptional, and the entire experience felt so special. Every bite of food was flavorful. The presentation was creative and beautiful. All the staff were knowledgeable in the dishes and shared great suggestions for cocktails. Thank you to Chef Jassi Bindra & team for making our anniversary so memorable. Looking forward to going back for the chef's table experience.

I reserved Amrina for my husbands birthday celebration. When we got there, the waiters double…read morechecked with us that we wanted to do the tapas menu. To be honest, when I made the reservation we didn't reserve anything with the tapas menu but we went with it. We were sat near the bar giving us the view of the kitchen and asked to check out the menus. I did the vegetarian tapas and my husband did the non vegetarian tapas. I absolutely love Indian street food so this worked out. In order we recieved: Pani puri - the puris were crunchy, had some spice and the passionfruit topping was adding the tangy spice, delicious! It also had avocado and fruit which is so unique. Presentation was picture worthy! Papidi chaat- not one of my favorites but tasted pretty usual, I enjoyed the yogurt also giving it some tang. Bhel puri- tasted like your typical bhel puri but the topping placed on the top was very unique- made it seem a little more high end. Pok pok po - the presentation was very unique- I almost didn't understand the dog statue as seen in my photo but the food was still good! But I also learned that the chef has another sister restaurant downtown called Pok Pok Po mainly Indian style chicken. Paneer wrap- had some heat! The chutney was a good addition to the wrap Birthday chai bomb- there was a chocolate ball where you pour hot chai on top and it was delicious! Choice of popsicle- the last item- at this point we were extremely full, I picked the passion fruit popsicle and it was fresh and delicious! The presentation again didn't really make any sense to me. Overall- the tasting menu was actually a really good surprise and delicious! I wound highly recommend! The staff were great, the chef brought us one item and introduced himself- definetly felt like a special night.

My husband and I visited Tarka for lunch, and the place was clean and easy to navigate since you…read moreorder right at the counter. The menu isn't traditional (it's more of a fusion style) and they even offer bowls with rice and the protein of your choice. We ordered the "Not Biryani" lamb, which is basically a fried rice dish with tender, flavorful lamb, and it was very good. We also tried the coconut curry chicken, which had mild, delicious flavors and came with basmati rice. The garlic naan was another highlight; they make it fresh to order, and yes, you do pay for it since it's not complimentary. Overall, it was a great experience.

Tried out Tarka Indian Kitchen recently and honestly... I'm a little confused…read more The service was friendly, the place was clean, and the food came out much faster than expected. We picked up our order about 3-4 minutes after getting the "ready" text and it was still before the estimated pickup time, but the food honestly wasn't that warm which is wild because everytime I pick up Indian food from any place even if I am a bit late it is piping hot or pretty hot. I don't think they even have a heat lamp or have the AC on too high. The smell of garlic when we walked in had me excited, but unfortunately the garlic naan ended up being the best part of the meal. We ordered medium spice since we were sharing with a younger family member who likes spice but doesn't want to sweat through dinner like we do. What we didn't expect was how sweet everything would be. The tikka masala tasted like sweet yogurt with a little garam masala for color. The chicken vindaloo was even more confusing. Vindaloo is usually tangy and vinegary, but this one was also sweet. It honestly tasted more like sweet tomato sauce than anything resembling a vindaloo. Nothing tasted bad in a spoiled sense, it was just very Americanized and very very sweet. The two stars are for three things: the clean location, the fast friendly service, and the garlic naan. If you have a very mild palate or prefer sweet food, you might enjoy this place. But if you're hoping for bold, tangy, flavorful Indian food, this probably won't be it.

A friend and I were visiting Houston for a few days and were looking to binge on good Indian food…read morethat texan Indians are always boasting about. This place didn't disappoint. We ate our hearts out and enjoyed every dish we ordered. We started with goat bone soup which took me back to my childhood when we used to eat at the dhabas on the highways during our family trips. It tasted exactly the same, peppery spicy and delicious! We also had veg kal dosa, cut mirchi and gongura mutton curry. Cut mirchi was so delicately made and it melted in my mouth. Dosas were great with the gongura mutton. The quantities were generous and prices were reasonable for the quality. Service was awesome! I am officially jealous of the people who could eat this food whenever they want to.

The food was just okay for us. We ordered two dishes, one spicy and one very spicy, but…read moreunfortunately, neither had much heat at all. I expected at least some kick, especially with the "very spicy" request, so that was a little disappointing. The garlic naan, though, was really good and would've gotten more. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience, but I don't think the food stood out enough for us to rush back.

I've been wanting to try this restaurant for a little while now and since I had training in The…read moreHeights for work. I had my opportunity to. Parking is on the opposite side of the temple. The grounds of the temple is well manicured and neat with flowers. A big red sign read, "Govinda" was positioned so that I wouldn't miss it. As soon as I walked in at lunch time, the restaurant was damn near empty with only two families. The host immediately sat me at a table front of the buffet line. There was a strong lingering smell of pine-sol and Mr. Clean in the air. Of course, that indication told me that the restaurant was clean. The items on the buffet line was plenty, but limited. I got the rice, tofu curry, chaat marsala, and some vegetables. Everything except for the chaat was bland. It wasn't very easy to eat while the smell of cleaning supplies was in the air. It reminded me of sitting in a bucket of cleaning chemicals while eating a meal. The tofu curry tasted only like turmeric, but no salt or pepper or anything. The rice was super bland. The chaat marsala was very tasty and well seasoned. I finished off with desserts which both options were tasty. I hope to return to try their holiday menu, but I think today was a bad day for the cooks.

Nut allergy warning: I can't recommend eating here if you have a severe allergy. Although dishes…read moreare clearly labeled with ingredients, I still had an allergic reaction with a dish. Since the dishes are different every day, there's really no guarantee that you'll be safe, and cross contamination is a possibility since it's a buffet line. I tried to email ahead of time but never got a reply. We arrived around noon on a Wednesday and there was plenty of seating inside. There is a lot directly across the street for Govinda's customers. Cafeteria buffet-style line. Don't overcrowd your plate, just go back for seconds. Since the menu changes daily, I don't think there's much of a point to review specific dishes. I will say that there's a nice variety of salad, soup, and homemade feeling Indian dishes that everyone really liked. I particularly enjoyed the salad dressing (an avocado cream), the veggie lentil soup, and the spinach potato dish. Unfortunately, the special of the day or a dish near it (the soya Manchurian? Or the curry?) triggered some kind of inflammatory allergic reaction for me, so I had to stop eating. I did try some of the mango cake, which had a great soft and moist texture that I'd definitely have again. -1 star because of the allergic reaction but overall, everyone I went with really enjoyed the food and the service was welcoming and attentive for a buffet. The ambiance is great and it's a lovely setting all around.

Great, unexpected Indian food in Kingwood. The interior is nicely done and helps elevate the…read moreexperience. The menu is Indo-Chinese influenced and offers dishes on both ends of the spectrum. We tied the chicken tandoor, the street noodles, and jeera rice. Everything tasted really fresh and was really well flavored. Spice level was perfect. Service was a bit on the slow side and not what makes this restaurant a go-to, but the food doesn't disappoint.

Food quality has changed for the worse and service gone…read morereally bad. Took forever to get two portions and it was not very crowded either except for one group of 12. All focus only on that table.. rest 3-4 tables of 1-2 persons just watching n waiting Not sure what's going on-- did the chef change? Did they cut down staff?

Monk's has officially become our Houston tradition. We drive in from San Antonio, and this is a…read morenon-negotiable stop for us every single time. Honestly, every dish we've ever tried here has been fantastic--it hits exactly the right spots. The Flavor Profile: A quick heads-up for those seeking "authentic" traditional Chinese--this isn't it. This is the Indianized version of Chinese food (Indo-Chinese), so prepare for bold spices and a serious kick. If you grew up loving those specific flavors, Monk's is the gold standard. The Verdict: The heat is on point, the portions are great, and the flavors are nostalgic and bold. It's the kind of meal we look forward to all the way down I-10. Truly a gem for anyone who appreciates the spicy, savory fusion of Desi Chinese!

Where spices, spice…read more Service: 5/5 Quick and friendly. Ambiance: 4/5 When I looked up the restaurant, I didn't realize it was only for takeout. I walked in and the spices were spicing so much so that I started sneezing. I asked if maybe the dining area was through some door, but no there is no dine in. It's a small space with a register and seats to wait for your order or you can wait in your car. Food: 4/5 Chicken Tikka Masala it was creamy and velvety, I'm not a big fan of tomato but know is a core part of it, which I did distinguish the taste in this order that I haven't usually tasted in others. The garlic naan had good flavor however it was a bit tough and crunchy when biting into it. Which wasn't my favorite, but got the job done to dip into the sauce.

Dined at the new Pearland location. Great food and courteous service. Every dish hit the palette to…read moresatisfaction. Can't wait for the restaurant to open with full features.

Ordered a large takeout order for a group - everything was wonderful!…read more We were impressed with the flavors of the food and portion sizes. Would definitely reorder with them.

Food,Crowd and overall experiences were outstanding. Now I have to add some words so I can post…read morethis.

Came during HRW. Make sure you make reservations because this place was packed when we came in…read moreSaturday night! Parking situation is either street parking or $10 valet. I ordered the CROQUETAS DE BACALHAU, which was interesting. Wasn't too crazy about it, but it's very hearty. I guess I just didn't care for the cod filling as much as I'd hope. The ARROZ DE PEIXE however was very delicious. Very flavorful. The MADEIRA BREAD PUDDING was good too. Also decided to order the POLVO COM BATATAS as well cause I loved grilled octopus and it definitely was a solid dish. The potatoes were great too! It's not part of the HRW menu but I really wanted to try it regardless and I'm glad I ordered it. Service was good, they always kept our waters filled, and packed up our food to go themselves which was very nice. Great place to catch up with friends because even though it was crowded the noise level was not too loud.