The gallery on the website is very deceiving. We had reservations on a Saturday night for dinner but didn't need them. Only 3 other customers (2 tables) when e arrived. Another couple came in later. They appeared to be doing a steady carry-out business. The guy tending the tables barely had time. The food was actually pretty good. We started with the Gobi Manchurian Bites, or fried cauliflower. It was tasty and the portion was large. Their garlic naan was delicious. I had the Chicken Tikka Masala and my husband had the Shrimp Masala. Both were very good. Our complaint was with the service and the ambiance. While the decor was fine, it was very uncomfortable (awkward) feeling. When I asked for music, they scurried around a bit and then said they couldn't get it to work. Another customer came in and wanted to order the Tandoor Fish that is seen on the gallery. They had no fish except shrimp. He left. There was a small table with carry-out containers and we helped ourselves for our leftovers. There was no bill brought to the table. We had to go to the counter to pay. Tab was $51+. Still wondering why we added a tip!
Sarah K
food was delicious, customer service was awesome. super nice people. very quiet and calm atmosphere while you eat! very much recommend!!
A Piper
Very good food. Watch out for the bullet naan as it's very misleading with the one pepper next it. It should be three. It's much hotter than the kordai chicken spicy even. Still good though. Would definitely stop back at some time. Issue is that they said the tandoori roti was vegan but brought it out with butter and we also think the other dishes have some milk in them. I wouldn't eat here if you have have food allergies because they don't know what's in what it seems.
John Atkisson
First time really trying Indian food and it was amazing! Every dish we tried was delicious. Definitely recommend the seasonal samosa. So much flavor. We will definitely be returning again to try more!Vegetarian options: My partner is vegetarian and was very pleased with the amount of options and that the menu is clearly organized into vegetarian and non-vegetarian sections.
Venkatesh Mohanram
Poor Dinein experience.Staff doesn't show interest to listen your order. Food comes with high spicy even staff says mild option is available and notes while ordering.
saleha sultana
The food was yumm. Apolo fish is a must try!! I also wanted to try the schezwan noodles but they were out of stock, hope I get to try them next time.
John D.
Good food and fast. Definitely a place to choose if you need an Indian food fix in a rush.
Georgia M.
Tasty. Good portion. Not much chicken in butter chicken. But great flavor. Ok samosas. I will try again.
Vishnu Mahesh
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Madeleine Peterson
I've only ever ordered to-go. We never know what we order but it always ends up great. My mom and I love spicy. They have different levels of heat and a few of their dishes can actually be somewhat spicy. The bullet Naan is phenomenol and so is the chicken tika masala. If your order something from the clay oven tandoor section expect a bit of a wait. I was told before it can take up to an hour.Vegetarian options: Lots of veg sides, appetizers, and entrées.
Ordered goat biryani, it was not fresh and rice was cold. Taste wise it was cold plain rice with few fried pieces. Worst experience. Will never go back to this place.
Krishna B Kidambi
A decent Indian restaurant in Peoria. We got the order to go and it was ready in half an hour. The interior decor was pleasant and modern. The food as well. The Natu kodi was good and Gobi Manchurian was also good. The mango lassi and paratha were not upto the mark. The chicken curry was very good.
Afifa Syeda
We came in last night, very patient, respectful and attentive staff! The food was amazing! Loved the fried and Hakka noodles! Service was great. The place is extremely clean. Enjoyed everything!
Matt Blick, REALTOR
This is my favorite spot in all of Peoria for Indian food. Their Chicken Tiki Marsala is the best! The Garlic Naan bread is not bad either. Dine-in or Carry-out are both great options here. Can't recommend this place enough!
Tricia Kooy
We put in an order this Tuesday at 6:30pm, we were told to pick-up in 40 minutes. We went there and we were told 2 more minutes for our meal. Well, we ended up getting our food at 8pm for a carry out order. We asked if we could at least get a discount for the mishap, assuming our food went to someone else, they stated no. Also, gave no apologies, nothing. We will not be back.
The gallery on the website is very deceiving. We had reservations on a Saturday night for dinner but didn't need them. Only 3 other customers (2 tables) when e arrived. Another couple came in later. They appeared to be doing a steady carry-out business. The guy tending the tables barely had time. The food was actually pretty good. We started with the Gobi Manchurian Bites, or fried cauliflower. It was tasty and the portion was large. Their garlic naan was delicious. I had the Chicken Tikka Masala and my husband had the Shrimp Masala. Both were very good. Our complaint was with the service and the ambiance. While the decor was fine, it was very uncomfortable (awkward) feeling. When I asked for music, they scurried around a bit and then said they couldn't get it to work. Another customer came in and wanted to order the Tandoor Fish that is seen on the gallery. They had no fish except shrimp. He left. There was a small table with carry-out containers and we helped ourselves for our leftovers. There was no bill brought to the table. We had to go to the counter to pay. Tab was $51+. Still wondering why we added a tip!
food was delicious, customer service was awesome. super nice people. very quiet and calm atmosphere while you eat! very much recommend!!
Very good food. Watch out for the bullet naan as it's very misleading with the one pepper next it. It should be three. It's much hotter than the kordai chicken spicy even. Still good though. Would definitely stop back at some time. Issue is that they said the tandoori roti was vegan but brought it out with butter and we also think the other dishes have some milk in them. I wouldn't eat here if you have have food allergies because they don't know what's in what it seems.
First time really trying Indian food and it was amazing! Every dish we tried was delicious. Definitely recommend the seasonal samosa. So much flavor. We will definitely be returning again to try more!Vegetarian options: My partner is vegetarian and was very pleased with the amount of options and that the menu is clearly organized into vegetarian and non-vegetarian sections.
Poor Dinein experience.Staff doesn't show interest to listen your order. Food comes with high spicy even staff says mild option is available and notes while ordering.
The food was yumm. Apolo fish is a must try!! I also wanted to try the schezwan noodles but they were out of stock, hope I get to try them next time.
Good food and fast. Definitely a place to choose if you need an Indian food fix in a rush.
Tasty. Good portion. Not much chicken in butter chicken. But great flavor. Ok samosas. I will try again.
Indian Food - ✅Friendly Staff -✅Great Ambiance- ✅After all these many Checks what are you waiting for Visit Desi Exotic Nation(DEN) and enjoy best indian food and friendly service have fun❤️
I've only ever ordered to-go. We never know what we order but it always ends up great. My mom and I love spicy. They have different levels of heat and a few of their dishes can actually be somewhat spicy. The bullet Naan is phenomenol and so is the chicken tika masala. If your order something from the clay oven tandoor section expect a bit of a wait. I was told before it can take up to an hour.Vegetarian options: Lots of veg sides, appetizers, and entrées.
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Ordered goat biryani, it was not fresh and rice was cold. Taste wise it was cold plain rice with few fried pieces. Worst experience. Will never go back to this place.
A decent Indian restaurant in Peoria. We got the order to go and it was ready in half an hour. The interior decor was pleasant and modern. The food as well. The Natu kodi was good and Gobi Manchurian was also good. The mango lassi and paratha were not upto the mark. The chicken curry was very good.
We came in last night, very patient, respectful and attentive staff! The food was amazing! Loved the fried and Hakka noodles! Service was great. The place is extremely clean. Enjoyed everything!
This is my favorite spot in all of Peoria for Indian food. Their Chicken Tiki Marsala is the best! The Garlic Naan bread is not bad either. Dine-in or Carry-out are both great options here. Can't recommend this place enough!
We put in an order this Tuesday at 6:30pm, we were told to pick-up in 40 minutes. We went there and we were told 2 more minutes for our meal. Well, we ended up getting our food at 8pm for a carry out order. We asked if we could at least get a discount for the mishap, assuming our food went to someone else, they stated no. Also, gave no apologies, nothing. We will not be back.