My wife and I had dined several times at International Cafe when it was called India Cafe, but recently returned for the first time in several years, joining another couple that are regular patrons. And just as in times past, we had a wonderful dining experience. International Cafe is owned and operated by a sweet couple named Mary and Sebastian. Mary does the cooking while Sebastian does most of the serving. Let me say up front, that this is not the place for those in a hurry, but it is a great place for those looking for a relaxed evening with wonderfully prepared food at very reasonable prices. One of the great things about International Cafe is that Mary will adjust the spiciness of most dishes to the customer's preference. Our friends recommended the Spinach Pakoras with Cilantro Chutney as an appetizer, and they made for an excellent starter for our dinner. All 4 of us had something different for our main course and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals. My Lamb Vindaloo was super tender and delicious with just the right level of spiciness. If you have never been to International Cafe, or haven't been there in a while, I highly recommend it. I know that we will not be waiting years to return before our next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spinach Pakora, Brownies
Michael Moeller
Absolutely
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brownies
Mw P.
The food was very flavorful and fresh. The selections were varied. The hospitality of the owners of the restaurant was amazing. It was a very nice quiet restaurant to enjoy a meal at.
Judith Sexton
We absolutely LOVE Mary and Sébastien. Any time we have a special occasion to celebrate or family in town, we share with India Café. It's okay, they can change the name of the restaurant, it will always be India Cafe to us. The food is fantastic!! Not one item on the menu isn't worth raving about.Dietary restrictions: Due to allergies, one of us has to be dairy free. Mary is top-notchat alternatives for us. This, among many reasons, is why we choose India Café as our go-to place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Biryani, Masala Dosa, Vegetarian Dinner, Roasted Ribs with Mango Sauce, Roasted Chicken, Pan Seared Salmon with Sauce
Joshua Searles
Masterfully crafted authenticate Indian food. Best place in Augusta bar none.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rehana Rehman
Ambiance is homely and very friendly. I ordered “ dosa “ served with potatoes and chutneysIt was huge, crispy and excellent.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dave Johnston
Best Indian food in the CSRA, and we love Persis also - but this dive is our favorite. Hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John B.
The name apparently changed from India Cafe to International Cafe. It was indeed international, but also a really Georgia atmosphere, with customers casually chatting up the couple that run the place about local business and a central table filled with large families dining together. The spread of picked cabbage and figs with some bread and olive oil with vinegar did not strike me as Indian, but it definitely was different. They were strongly pickled vegetables but I went ahead and scarfed them down. While an option for a vegetarian thali was given, I went for the channa bhatura. My chickpeas with fried bread were freshly cooked, and this was a very large, soft bread. After finishing that I was offered dessert on the house, which I had no room for. An unsweetened chai washed things down. The restaurant is small and has very limited hours, and the family-run operation is not fast food, but it is distinctive food.
Matt Flynn
The food is top notch and the brownies are some of the best. Great service! I highly recommend!
KiAnna Price
Both husband and wife were so sweet. The food is tasty and very good portions. Nice to have Kerala style biriyani for a change and we didnt have to wait long.
As soon as I walked into this place, I knew I was gonna give it mixed reviews. The service was super slow. I had to wait for a long time to get seated and even to get the menu and some water. I ordered a dosa and lemme tell you, the dosa and sambhar were not even close to what South Indian food tastes like. The sambhar lacked the signature veggies (just had onion and capsicum) and spices that are used in sambhar, the masala in the dosa was also not up-to the mark. At least they should hire another person for a faster service. They were all nice though but I was there for some good Indian food and I was very disappointed.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Maheen
10/10Best Indian food in Augusta, and this is coming from a brown man so you can trust me ?
Wade Higgins
Love this place. The family that runs this business is genuinely nice. I love their tandoori chicken wraps. It is a hidden gem. I wish they had longer hours.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Rutt
You don't want to miss out on this restaurant, the spice blends are always fantastic! One of our favorites.
Himsikhar Khataniar
A good place for Indians to hangout and have a good homely meal. And Americans can taste authentic south Indian food here, along with a taste of indian culture and melodies of the 90s, highly recommended!!
My wife and I had dined several times at International Cafe when it was called India Cafe, but recently returned for the first time in several years, joining another couple that are regular patrons. And just as in times past, we had a wonderful dining experience. International Cafe is owned and operated by a sweet couple named Mary and Sebastian. Mary does the cooking while Sebastian does most of the serving. Let me say up front, that this is not the place for those in a hurry, but it is a great place for those looking for a relaxed evening with wonderfully prepared food at very reasonable prices. One of the great things about International Cafe is that Mary will adjust the spiciness of most dishes to the customer's preference. Our friends recommended the Spinach Pakoras with Cilantro Chutney as an appetizer, and they made for an excellent starter for our dinner. All 4 of us had something different for our main course and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals. My Lamb Vindaloo was super tender and delicious with just the right level of spiciness. If you have never been to International Cafe, or haven't been there in a while, I highly recommend it. I know that we will not be waiting years to return before our next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spinach Pakora, Brownies
Absolutely
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Brownies
The food was very flavorful and fresh. The selections were varied. The hospitality of the owners of the restaurant was amazing. It was a very nice quiet restaurant to enjoy a meal at.
We absolutely LOVE Mary and Sébastien. Any time we have a special occasion to celebrate or family in town, we share with India Café. It's okay, they can change the name of the restaurant, it will always be India Cafe to us. The food is fantastic!! Not one item on the menu isn't worth raving about.Dietary restrictions: Due to allergies, one of us has to be dairy free. Mary is top-notchat alternatives for us. This, among many reasons, is why we choose India Café as our go-to place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Biryani, Masala Dosa, Vegetarian Dinner, Roasted Ribs with Mango Sauce, Roasted Chicken, Pan Seared Salmon with Sauce
Masterfully crafted authenticate Indian food. Best place in Augusta bar none.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ambiance is homely and very friendly. I ordered “ dosa “ served with potatoes and chutneysIt was huge, crispy and excellent.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Indian food in the CSRA, and we love Persis also - but this dive is our favorite. Hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The name apparently changed from India Cafe to International Cafe. It was indeed international, but also a really Georgia atmosphere, with customers casually chatting up the couple that run the place about local business and a central table filled with large families dining together. The spread of picked cabbage and figs with some bread and olive oil with vinegar did not strike me as Indian, but it definitely was different. They were strongly pickled vegetables but I went ahead and scarfed them down. While an option for a vegetarian thali was given, I went for the channa bhatura. My chickpeas with fried bread were freshly cooked, and this was a very large, soft bread. After finishing that I was offered dessert on the house, which I had no room for. An unsweetened chai washed things down. The restaurant is small and has very limited hours, and the family-run operation is not fast food, but it is distinctive food.
The food is top notch and the brownies are some of the best. Great service! I highly recommend!
Both husband and wife were so sweet. The food is tasty and very good portions. Nice to have Kerala style biriyani for a change and we didnt have to wait long.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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As soon as I walked into this place, I knew I was gonna give it mixed reviews. The service was super slow. I had to wait for a long time to get seated and even to get the menu and some water. I ordered a dosa and lemme tell you, the dosa and sambhar were not even close to what South Indian food tastes like. The sambhar lacked the signature veggies (just had onion and capsicum) and spices that are used in sambhar, the masala in the dosa was also not up-to the mark. At least they should hire another person for a faster service. They were all nice though but I was there for some good Indian food and I was very disappointed.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
10/10Best Indian food in Augusta, and this is coming from a brown man so you can trust me ?
Love this place. The family that runs this business is genuinely nice. I love their tandoori chicken wraps. It is a hidden gem. I wish they had longer hours.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
You don't want to miss out on this restaurant, the spice blends are always fantastic! One of our favorites.
A good place for Indians to hangout and have a good homely meal. And Americans can taste authentic south Indian food here, along with a taste of indian culture and melodies of the 90s, highly recommended!!