I found this small Indian restaurant while visiting Howard University on a Saturday afternoon to referee rugby match. They have a very large menu with all of the Indian basics. Even though I was alone, the food smelled so good that I decided to order 3 entrees to go. I ordered the Salt and Pepper Special combination, which came with a generous pile of different meats, including some chewy sausage-like things, some spicy lamb, and some excellent tandoori chicken (the meat was accompanied by some chickpeas in a sauce and spinach with cheese cubes in it). I also ordered a lamb vindaloo and a dal makhani (lentils). Both were excellent, but they are not joking when they say that their vindaloo is spicy -- it made me cry on at least two of the occasions I ate some of it (still have leftovers sitting in the refrigerator for tonight). The rice and the naan were also excellent. Total bill was just over $60.
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My visit to Salt and Pepper Grill in Washington D.C. was a memorable and curious experience, marking my first foray into cooking in the United States' capital. Although the restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine, which is not necessarily typical of American cuisine, the food was a pleasant surprise.The quality of the dishes was exceptional, with sensational flavors that made me return to the restaurant several times. The kebab, in particular, stood out - a delight that, despite not being able to spell the name exactly, won me over again. I was accompanied by two friends, and together, we had the chance to try a variety of dishes, sharing and trying a little of each one.The location of the restaurant is very convenient, located on one of the transversal avenues, which made our access easier. We were received with efficient and friendly service, and the waiting time for the dishes was adequate. The ambiance, food quality and service all made for a very good dining experience that was definitely worth it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hamza Noor
The chicken vindaloo was inedibly spicy, but the butter chicken was really
Food: 4
Jay C.
This place is the best Indian food i've ever had! The chicken Vindaloo was actually spicy and had so much flavor - and it had so much juicy chunk chicken! Would 100% recommend this place.
Sheraz Gillani
Just took samosa chat and lamb flafel really tasty will definitely go there again.
St Nu (bebop1065)
Food was really good. Service was mediocre.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Chicken Curry
Frances Armas Edwards
Good Indian. They don’t really understand what mild means, so not the best choice to eat with kids or sensitive palettes. Never stood on a long line and food is reasonably priced.
Shefali Shrivastava
I generally never write reviews, but the food from this place was so bad that I must. The butter chicken consisted of semi-cooked chicken pieces in tomato soup-gravy. The garlic naan seemed to be a good option when it arrived - but only 5 mins later, it turned rubbery. The aloo paratha was rubbery too, but worse than that, it was salt less. I literally ate parts of it with a salt shaker by my side. I’m not saying it’s the worst Indian meal I’ve had, but it’s definitely in the top 3. And I’m an Indian.
Food: 1
Recommended dishes: Butter Chicken
Manav Mathews
Ordered takeout. Solid price for great portion, fresh rice and delicious curry. I ordered the chicken vindaloo - tender chicken and incredibly tasty but very very spicy (as it should be) -beware.
Spot for desi food. Their lamb karhai and chicken biryani tasted really good.
Chelsea
Malai kofta seemed like it was missing acid from tomato and other flavor, very underwhelming Naan bread. Gulab jamun was good but likely pre-prepared.
Chele Girl
Malai kofta seemed like it was missing acid from tomato and other flavor, very underwhelming Naan bread. Gulab jamun was good but likely pre-prepared.
Karen O.
All of the food I've tried was extremely good. The turn-around time for catered food is very fast however the tray covers aren't very secure so spills are commonplace and challenging to clean up if it happens in your vehicle.
Sunanda S.
Ordered two garlic naan bread and chicken tikka masala one night in town with my husband. We were craving Indian food so why not try something local. It was delicious and the perfect amount of spice and flavor. The garlic naan bread was nice and fluffy just like my mom made it when I was younger. The curry had the right amount of meat and decent portion.Chicken Tikka Masala
Salt &
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I found this small Indian restaurant while visiting Howard University on a Saturday afternoon to referee rugby match. They have a very large menu with all of the Indian basics. Even though I was alone, the food smelled so good that I decided to order 3 entrees to go. I ordered the Salt and Pepper Special combination, which came with a generous pile of different meats, including some chewy sausage-like things, some spicy lamb, and some excellent tandoori chicken (the meat was accompanied by some chickpeas in a sauce and spinach with cheese cubes in it). I also ordered a lamb vindaloo and a dal makhani (lentils). Both were excellent, but they are not joking when they say that their vindaloo is spicy -- it made me cry on at least two of the occasions I ate some of it (still have leftovers sitting in the refrigerator for tonight). The rice and the naan were also excellent. Total bill was just over $60.
My visit to Salt and Pepper Grill in Washington D.C. was a memorable and curious experience, marking my first foray into cooking in the United States' capital. Although the restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine, which is not necessarily typical of American cuisine, the food was a pleasant surprise.The quality of the dishes was exceptional, with sensational flavors that made me return to the restaurant several times. The kebab, in particular, stood out - a delight that, despite not being able to spell the name exactly, won me over again. I was accompanied by two friends, and together, we had the chance to try a variety of dishes, sharing and trying a little of each one.The location of the restaurant is very convenient, located on one of the transversal avenues, which made our access easier. We were received with efficient and friendly service, and the waiting time for the dishes was adequate. The ambiance, food quality and service all made for a very good dining experience that was definitely worth it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The chicken vindaloo was inedibly spicy, but the butter chicken was really
Food: 4
This place is the best Indian food i've ever had! The chicken Vindaloo was actually spicy and had so much flavor - and it had so much juicy chunk chicken! Would 100% recommend this place.
Just took samosa chat and lamb flafel really tasty will definitely go there again.
Food was really good. Service was mediocre.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Chicken Curry
Good Indian. They don’t really understand what mild means, so not the best choice to eat with kids or sensitive palettes. Never stood on a long line and food is reasonably priced.
I generally never write reviews, but the food from this place was so bad that I must. The butter chicken consisted of semi-cooked chicken pieces in tomato soup-gravy. The garlic naan seemed to be a good option when it arrived - but only 5 mins later, it turned rubbery. The aloo paratha was rubbery too, but worse than that, it was salt less. I literally ate parts of it with a salt shaker by my side. I’m not saying it’s the worst Indian meal I’ve had, but it’s definitely in the top 3. And I’m an Indian.
Food: 1
Recommended dishes: Butter Chicken
Ordered takeout. Solid price for great portion, fresh rice and delicious curry. I ordered the chicken vindaloo - tender chicken and incredibly tasty but very very spicy (as it should be) -beware.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Spot for desi food. Their lamb karhai and chicken biryani tasted really good.
Malai kofta seemed like it was missing acid from tomato and other flavor, very underwhelming Naan bread. Gulab jamun was good but likely pre-prepared.
Malai kofta seemed like it was missing acid from tomato and other flavor, very underwhelming Naan bread. Gulab jamun was good but likely pre-prepared.
All of the food I've tried was extremely good. The turn-around time for catered food is very fast however the tray covers aren't very secure so spills are commonplace and challenging to clean up if it happens in your vehicle.
Ordered two garlic naan bread and chicken tikka masala one night in town with my husband. We were craving Indian food so why not try something local. It was delicious and the perfect amount of spice and flavor. The garlic naan bread was nice and fluffy just like my mom made it when I was younger. The curry had the right amount of meat and decent portion.Chicken Tikka Masala