My wife and I have been on an Indian food kick lately, so we turned to Yelp to find an authentic…read morespot near our house. While browsing reviews, we came across a hidden gem in St. Ann called Maaji's Street Kitchen that had surprisingly high ratings. I couldn't believe how well-reviewed it was, so we decided to check it out for ourselves. We arrived around 5:30 PM on a Monday and were greeted warmly as soon as we walked in. We made our way to the counter to place our order, and the staff member was very helpful once we mentioned it was our first time. He walked us through the menu and even pointed out different dishes and combo options on their digital signage display menu, which made ordering much easier. We placed our order to go and waited inside. It's a small space, but it's decorated with unique art and has a really unique vibe. There was a hypnotic Indian song playing in the background, which added to the atmosphere. We sat at a table that had a game on it--I believe it was called Carrom, a tabletop game where you flick checker-sized discs into corner pockets, similar to a mini pool table. A woman who I assume was the owner or manager came out from the back and greeted us. While we waited, she showed us how to play the game. As we were playing, she came back and even offered us samples of the food we had ordered. I was honestly impressed by the level of hospitality--it's not something you experience very often. The sample alone was some of the best Indian food I've had. The spices were perfectly balanced for my taste, and it made me even more excited to get home and dig into our full meal. My wife ordered the Mixed Vegetable Curry Bowl, and I went with Combination #2 (Shredded Chicken Curry, Steamed Rice, and Parantha), along with a side salad. Overall, the experience was fantastic. I can't remember the last time we were treated this well at a restaurant, and I'm already looking forward to coming back to try more dishes.

Enjoyed the fresh Indian food for lunch. Great taste and spice. Appreciated the large serving and…read moreleftovers. Staff were friendly and provided helpful guidance on the menu. Definitely recommend if you are in the area.

$17.95 for a lunch buffet with just water…read more The food was amazing. The service was fabulous. The price is becoming "only for special occasions". Not for my budget on a random Wednesday. I need to be fasting... ready to eat plates of food for lunch. This Wednesday I was not ready. For me and a friend, this was expensive. But I had agreed to lunch for him driving me around this morning. The ambiance was with great staff. Our water was kept full. I still tipped even though it was a buffet. The cashier stood in one spot. I am just shocked by the price- otherwise 5 stars. And glad they found more employees.

Our server was wonderful and that matches the food! We ordered samosas chaat and tandoori chicken…read morewings as appetizers. Boy were they tasty! Mild spices in samosas and accompanying chickpeas. Chicken was delicious! I ordered chicken vindaloo and my boyfriend ordered lamb vindaloo which both were delicious and about a 6 of 10 on my spicyness gauge. The gave us free wine glasses of mango Lassi because we ordered vindaloos and it helped cut some of the spicyness.

I've been a regular customer here for the past one month, visiting frequently with friends…read more Unfortunately, my recent experience was very disappointing. We ordered multiple items including dosas and paneer bhurji. The stuffing quantity in the dosas was much less than before, and the Mysore Masala dosa had a sour smell and didn't taste fresh. The paneer bhurji was also not up to the mark and definitely not worth $14. When we politely shared this feedback, the response from the staff/manager was rude and dismissive. Instead of listening, we were told we "don't know anything about the restaurant," which was very unprofessional--especially since we've been regular customers. We don't mind paying for good food, but quality and respectful service matter. This experience was disappointing and makes us reconsider coming back. we even left the whole food and she didn't even apologize.

I tried the chicken 66 biryani and it was very good. The medium spice level was perfect for me so…read moreit's on the spicier end of the scale. Plenty of food for 2 people.

First time trying and I hope to be back soon!!…read more I tried the Chana Masala thali and it was great! Lots of different options for sides plus naan and pooris. A great portion meal that can last you a couple days! Had to try the samosas as well which were great. I also tried the mango lassi and it was very refreshing. I called in and was able to place more order. Took about 20 minutes. Nice and cozy restaurant, with a lot outside.

Called in an order for lunch today, Priyaa is only doing take out orders at this time. Easy to view…read morethe menu online, call and place the order, pick-up at the side door. I opted for the Priyaa Special at the recommendation of a friend, and was very happy with my choice. A little daunting when you realize some assembly is required -- but don't let that stop you from having some amazing food. Call in an order and enjoy a picnic or take it home for dinner.

A nice place with quicker service than one would expect, and tasty delicious food. The Ambiance is…read morealright, good sit down place. It's open late which is the main draw. A must for a late night out.

Pros: Friendly service…read more My husband liked it Cons: Extremely hot "medium" Needs a white people spice level Did I say it was too hot?

On a very serious note, for afghan/paki/Indian type of food this place is my absolute favorite in…read morethe whole USA. They have a buffet with goat, lamb, chicken daily. The trick is that the Buffet is only on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 11:30 - 2:45 PM (I know it's a very small window). In St.louis this place is truly my all time number one place to eat (it is considered a hole in the wall gem). Every day of the week the menu changes. The price is ridiculous fair so I tip very well to keep these guys in business and I have been eating here since 2016. I ask fellow reviewers who are in the food scene to check them out and write a review to keep them in business.

We went here for their lunch buffet, mainly for their goat ribs. The buffet was decent. We also…read moreordered a goat biriyani to go. It's Pakistan style. Goat meat was clean and well cooked (not smelly at all), but the rice was kinda lacking of flavor. The owner is very kind and welcoming. I want to try their goat korma next. IMO it's a good place for those who love goat meat.

Namasthey Guntur @namasthey_guntur 1970 Craig Rd, St. Louis,…read moreMO 63146 Namasthey Guntur is a fantastic spot to enjoy authentic South Indian cuisine in the STL area, especially with its flavorful and spicy offerings like karam idli, mysore bhonda, and dosas Its popularity indicates it's a must-visit for lovers of chili spice from Guntur, and while wait times may vary, it's fairly 10-15 mins. They have fried rice and noodles, too, but after 12 pm. This is a food truck. You can stand and eat there or take it to go! It's definitely worth a try for anyone craving deliciousness! Where did the Idlis go to get drunk? . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sam-Bar #STLHALALFOODIE #Guntur #stlfood #idliunite #southindianfood #namastheyguntur #namastheygunturfoodtruck https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJr9ClMy-WN/?igsh=MWV3ZjBnN2Vzemx6

Hours irregular and though.arrived there during posted hours, turned away. After driving from afarread more