Our food was out of this world! Our server was fast and friendly and the Kofta and samosa were the perfect pairing with delicious cheese naan. Atmosphere=great, food=amazing service= top notch. Goupi treated us well and we will be back when we come back to town!
Terrion Strauss
They celebrated my birthday well<3 Food is tasty. Restaurant is clean, service is well.
teerush
I had the gutti vankaya and it was a flavor explosion. The eggplant, simmered in a rich, nutty peanut sauce, was the star—deeply spiced, tender, and totally satisfying. Paired with perfectly steamed rice and a soft, warm roti, it made for a comforting, well-balanced meal. I asked for medium heat, and whew—it delivered! Eyes watering, nose running… just the way I like it 😄.
Totally forgot to snap a photo, so I snagged one from the internet to do the memory justice. If you’re into bold, plant-based Indian food that brings the fire, this dish hits the spot!
Pawan Soyam
A Fusion of Vibes and Flavors 😋🍲🥗🍸
We recently visited Namaste Nola for a small mentor–mentee dinner gathering of five people...4 of us Indian and 1 American friend. What unfolded was an evening filled with lively conversations, flavorful surprises, and a few unexpected misses.
🌟 Ambience & Service The restaurant exudes a warm and elegant vibe. The decor is a tasteful blend of modern and Indian aesthetics, making it a cozy yet classy setting for both casual hangouts and special dinners. The staff was courteous, attentive, and accommodating throughout our meal, adding to the overall pleasant experience.
🍹 Drinks Namaste Nola clearly knows how to do its drinks right 🤗. Each of the cocktails and mocktails we tried was unique and beautifully presented.
Rum Rose Cocktail 🍷 : A tropical punch of rum and pineapple mellowed by the smooth finish of red wine 🍷absolutely refreshing.
Dirty Martini 🍸: Strong, crisp, and balanced. Perfectly done for those who enjoy their martinis classic.
Namaste Sunrise Cocktail 🍹: Tequila meets citrus with a subtle floral hint.. great twist on the Tequila Sunrise.
Namaste Day (Mocktail) 🧃: Fruity, fizzy, and vibrant....a hit even among the cocktail drinkers.
🥟 Appetizers Gobi Manchurian: Crispy, tangy, and well-spiced.....everything you'd expect from this Indo-Chinese classic.
Mirpakaya Bajji: Back in India it is called Mirch Bhajji. A delicious take on the spicy, stuffed jalapenos.....comforting and bold in flavor.
🍛 Entrees The vegetarian entrees absolutely stole the show:
Malai Kofta: Rich, creamy, and melt-in-the-mouth...this dish was the star of the night.
Methi Malai Mutter: Subtle yet flavorful with a luscious texture; perfectly complemented the naan selection.
However, the non-vegetarian dishes fell short of expectations:
Kodi Kura (Chicken Curry) and Royalla Iguru (Shrimp) lacked the depth, spice kick, and aromatic boldness Indian curries are known for. They felt under-seasoned and didn’t carry the typical Indian soul you'd hope for. This was a letdown, especially with the strong veg competition on the same table.
The rice and variety of breads....butter garlic naan, chilli naan, and masala kulcha, were soft, fresh, and made great companions to the curries.
🍨 Dessert Gulab Jamuns: Warm, soft, and syrupy perfection. A sweet ending that wrapped up the meal beautifully.
💰 Overall Impression Namaste Nola offers an aesthetically pleasing space, fantastic drinks, and standout vegetarian fare. While the non-veg menu didn’t quite deliver the expected Indian punch, the overall dining experience was enjoyable.
Yes, the prices are a bit on the higher side, but given the setting and presentation, it's understandable....just wish the flavor matched up across the board.
Delana Thomas
Food is wonderful! Service is amazing (gopi is the absolute best!)! We had several vegan options and they accommodated us well! Definitely a must visit while traveling to New Orleans or even if you live here! Absolutely the best Indian food we have had! The drinks are amazing - we had the Nawabi’s Manhattan s sooooo good!
Saee Kulkarni
Must try pan kulfi 😋
C Johnson
Great food. Very tasty. cocktails was really good and strong. Great service
Ronni Johnson
Great experience and food!
Ramesh Chaudhary
Authentic food taste. Staffs are polite and courteous. Location is convenient. Overall a perfect place to dine for Indian food.
I’m in NOLA for vacation and found this restaurant within walking distance of my hotel. I arrived at the restaurant around 7:45pm on a Thursday evening. The place was not crowded so we were seated quickly. There are several vegan options clearly marked on the menu. I ordered the Dal Tadka which is 3 mixed lentils with garlic and lime. I requested a low spice level but it was still very spicy but soooo delicious 😋 I would have given the restaurant 5 stars, but I felt like our server was trying to rush our dining experience; which I hate to be rushed.
KurtHermansen
Clearly marked vegan options
VeeKay
Any good Indian restaurant will have solid vegan options and this one did not disappoint. I had the eggplant special dish and some bread. Vegan options are clearly marked. Would recommend!
Updated from previous review on 2025-02-05
Priyanka Huddar
Stopped by for dinner on our recent NOLA trip. Plenty vegetarian options on the menu, we tried garlic naan which was quite flavorful and kadai paneer, although well done was a bit bland for my Indian taste buds.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Butter Garlic Naan
Pradeep Kasu
Rude staff and the food is ok. Be nice or leave who put the sign at the front desk when there staff and the owner are not nice good luck to their team ?
Our food was out of this world! Our server was fast and friendly and the Kofta and samosa were the perfect pairing with delicious cheese naan. Atmosphere=great, food=amazing service= top notch. Goupi treated us well and we will be back when we come back to town!
They celebrated my birthday well<3
Food is tasty. Restaurant is clean, service is well.
I had the gutti vankaya and it was a flavor explosion. The eggplant, simmered in a rich, nutty peanut sauce, was the star—deeply spiced, tender, and totally satisfying. Paired with perfectly steamed rice and a soft, warm roti, it made for a comforting, well-balanced meal. I asked for medium heat, and whew—it delivered! Eyes watering, nose running… just the way I like it 😄. Totally forgot to snap a photo, so I snagged one from the internet to do the memory justice. If you’re into bold, plant-based Indian food that brings the fire, this dish hits the spot!
A Fusion of Vibes and Flavors 😋🍲🥗🍸
We recently visited Namaste Nola for a small mentor–mentee dinner gathering of five people...4 of us Indian and 1 American friend. What unfolded was an evening filled with lively conversations, flavorful surprises, and a few unexpected misses.
🌟 Ambience & Service
The restaurant exudes a warm and elegant vibe. The decor is a tasteful blend of modern and Indian aesthetics, making it a cozy yet classy setting for both casual hangouts and special dinners. The staff was courteous, attentive, and accommodating throughout our meal, adding to the overall pleasant experience.
🍹 Drinks
Namaste Nola clearly knows how to do its drinks right 🤗. Each of the cocktails and mocktails we tried was unique and beautifully presented.
Rum Rose Cocktail 🍷 : A tropical punch of rum and pineapple mellowed by the smooth finish of red wine 🍷absolutely refreshing.
Dirty Martini 🍸: Strong, crisp, and balanced. Perfectly done for those who enjoy their martinis classic.
Namaste Sunrise Cocktail 🍹: Tequila meets citrus with a subtle floral hint.. great twist on the Tequila Sunrise.
Namaste Day (Mocktail) 🧃: Fruity, fizzy, and vibrant....a hit even among the cocktail drinkers.
🥟 Appetizers
Gobi Manchurian: Crispy, tangy, and well-spiced.....everything you'd expect from this Indo-Chinese classic.
Mirpakaya Bajji: Back in India it is called Mirch Bhajji. A delicious take on the spicy, stuffed jalapenos.....comforting and bold in flavor.
🍛 Entrees
The vegetarian entrees absolutely stole the show:
Malai Kofta: Rich, creamy, and melt-in-the-mouth...this dish was the star of the night.
Methi Malai Mutter: Subtle yet flavorful with a luscious texture; perfectly complemented the naan selection.
However, the non-vegetarian dishes fell short of expectations:
Kodi Kura (Chicken Curry) and Royalla Iguru (Shrimp) lacked the depth, spice kick, and aromatic boldness Indian curries are known for. They felt under-seasoned and didn’t carry the typical Indian soul you'd hope for. This was a letdown, especially with the strong veg competition on the same table.
The rice and variety of breads....butter garlic naan, chilli naan, and masala kulcha, were soft, fresh, and made great companions to the curries.
🍨 Dessert
Gulab Jamuns: Warm, soft, and syrupy perfection. A sweet ending that wrapped up the meal beautifully.
💰 Overall Impression
Namaste Nola offers an aesthetically pleasing space, fantastic drinks, and standout vegetarian fare. While the non-veg menu didn’t quite deliver the expected Indian punch, the overall dining experience was enjoyable.
Yes, the prices are a bit on the higher side, but given the setting and presentation, it's understandable....just wish the flavor matched up across the board.
Food is wonderful! Service is amazing (gopi is the absolute best!)! We had several vegan options and they accommodated us well! Definitely a must visit while traveling to New Orleans or even if you live here! Absolutely the best Indian food we have had! The drinks are amazing - we had the Nawabi’s Manhattan s sooooo good!
Must try pan kulfi 😋
Great food. Very tasty. cocktails was really good and strong. Great service
Great experience and food!
Authentic food taste. Staffs are polite and courteous. Location is convenient. Overall a perfect place to dine for Indian food.
Great taste, authentic Indian food.
Restaurantji Recommends
I’m in NOLA for vacation and found this restaurant within walking distance of my hotel. I arrived at the restaurant around 7:45pm on a Thursday evening. The place was not crowded so we were seated quickly. There are several vegan options clearly marked on the menu. I ordered the Dal Tadka which is 3 mixed lentils with garlic and lime. I requested a low spice level but it was still very spicy but soooo delicious 😋 I would have given the restaurant 5 stars, but I felt like our server was trying to rush our dining experience; which I hate to be rushed.
Clearly marked vegan options
Any good Indian restaurant will have solid vegan options and this one did not disappoint. I had the eggplant special dish and some bread. Vegan options are clearly marked. Would recommend! Updated from previous review on 2025-02-05
Stopped by for dinner on our recent NOLA trip. Plenty vegetarian options on the menu, we tried garlic naan which was quite flavorful and kadai paneer, although well done was a bit bland for my Indian taste buds.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Butter Garlic Naan
Rude staff and the food is ok. Be nice or leave who put the sign at the front desk when there staff and the owner are not nice good luck to their team ?
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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