They do a great job of reflecting India's regional cuisines in authentic flavors. The service is excellent, and the desserts are delicious.For mains, loved the Coorgi Murg, the Chicken Malai, and the Fish Vendiam. For dessert, loved the Mango Shreekhand and the Kesari Rasmalai. Looking forward to trying the new mains and desserts on the menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Natalia Wannon
This is THE BEST Indian food in the DMV!! Been coming here for years. Our staple orders are the butter chicken, sag paneer, dal makhani, tikka masala, but truly EVERYTHING is good. Go enjoy more meals here, you won’t regret it ;)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vesh T.
Came by yesterday with my lady for V'day dinner - first time visiting. Decor is kind of dated, but authentic to say the least. Service was good, we had reservations for 6:30pm, we were seated prompted and our order was taken within 15 mins of being seated. Took about 30-45 mins to get our entrees - food was delicious, great portions and was delectable till the last bite. We ordered dessert and it too was great overall. The only complaint we had was the person that seated us [looked like the manager/owner, wore a blue button down shirt and dark colored slacks] had the strongest of colognes on known to man-kind, as if he had bathed in cologne, it was awful. Manager/Owner guy in button down shirt, please refer to this link, on how to put on cologne properly and NOT too much:
Lorraine P.
Everything about this restaurant is terrific! Food location with easy parking Price point And of course the food!!
DonnaV
Quietly classy. We've never been disappointed with the food here. I love the geographic menu, allowing you to mix and match different regional styles. Service was attentive. Tables well-spaced, white tablecloths. The bar is small, so if you want a cocktail, keep it simple.
FranT
We enjoyed a delicious meal -- everything from appetizers to desserts was wonderful. The menu includes some less-common Indian dishes and we thoroughly enjoyed our meals and the evening. The staff were cordial and helpful and the owner visited our table and others and was delightful. We look forward to going back!
Sisir B.
I can guarantee it is the best place to eat Indian food in the whole of DC. One of my favs place to be, I have been there with more than 50 of my friends.
Jay Hyman
Sorry wont go back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Garlic Naan, L Chicken Tikka Masala
Curt Williams
Okay, Passage to India! You just earned yourself a regular customer. There are several Indian restaurants around Woodmont Triangle, and I've only been to a couple. Therefore I can't say how Passage to India ranks among others. But I can say I had one of the best meals, Indian or otherwise, in recent memory. Our server was attentive, courteous, and kind. Why there is not a line out the door, I have no idea. You should definitely give this place a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew Kovrigin
Best Indian restaurant in Bethesda. Good food, service and atmosphere. This place is a little pricier than most Indian restaurants in the area but definitely worth
My husband and his parents have been coming here for over 20 years and it’s the go-to spot whenever we crave Indian food. Before I met my husband, I didn’t really eat much Indian food but now I always crave to come here to Passage to India for their chicken tikka masala! Their goat curry is also very good! As a staple, we also order some veggie side dishes that include spinach with corn, eggplant, okra, and onion kulcha. Drinks are also good and staff is very attentive and friendly. Bathrooms are always clean! There’s street parking and a parking garage across the street. Definitely a place to check out if you’re in Bethesda!Parking: Parking Sunday is free
Recommended dishes: Goat Curry, Chicken Tikka Masala
PJ Baldwin
Love this restaurant. The food is always excellent, the atmosphere is relaxed and quiet and the staff is fantastic!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Palak Makai, Garlic Naan
Rami Najjar
Not sure why the low 4-star rating, the food, the service, the atmosphere was excellent. Very very good Indian food and authentic. Great vegan options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
robin rich
The food is outstanding. Homemade recipes for sure. I have tried other Indian restaurants in dc and Bethesda. None if them hood s as candle to this place. I am very picky and their food is outstanding. Thru could improve on their nam bread.Vegetarian options: Eggplant stew and spinach with cheese delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tikka Masala
Daniela H.
Oh-my-god! I enjoyed every single thing I ate. My pictures don't make the beauty of their dishes justice. I tried several different dishes and was lucky enough to be accompanied by my friend who is originally from India and ordered everything for me. With this, I can also say that their food is very traditional. What I loved the most was the calamari and their amazing lentils. Their samosas were also amazing. The service was excellent, everyone was welcoming and nice. The ambiance is alright, very traditional decor, I really liked their mosaic doors. I went there three days ago and already have plans for going back this week! I recommend that if you go in a group you order everything to share, everyone will get their own plate with rice and salad. Really happy with this find!
They do a great job of reflecting India's regional cuisines in authentic flavors. The service is excellent, and the desserts are delicious.For mains, loved the Coorgi Murg, the Chicken Malai, and the Fish Vendiam. For dessert, loved the Mango Shreekhand and the Kesari Rasmalai. Looking forward to trying the new mains and desserts on the menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is THE BEST Indian food in the DMV!! Been coming here for years. Our staple orders are the butter chicken, sag paneer, dal makhani, tikka masala, but truly EVERYTHING is good. Go enjoy more meals here, you won’t regret it ;)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Came by yesterday with my lady for V'day dinner - first time visiting. Decor is kind of dated, but authentic to say the least. Service was good, we had reservations for 6:30pm, we were seated prompted and our order was taken within 15 mins of being seated. Took about 30-45 mins to get our entrees - food was delicious, great portions and was delectable till the last bite. We ordered dessert and it too was great overall. The only complaint we had was the person that seated us [looked like the manager/owner, wore a blue button down shirt and dark colored slacks] had the strongest of colognes on known to man-kind, as if he had bathed in cologne, it was awful. Manager/Owner guy in button down shirt, please refer to this link, on how to put on cologne properly and NOT too much:
Everything about this restaurant is terrific! Food location with easy parking Price point And of course the food!!
Quietly classy. We've never been disappointed with the food here. I love the geographic menu, allowing you to mix and match different regional styles. Service was attentive. Tables well-spaced, white tablecloths. The bar is small, so if you want a cocktail, keep it simple.
We enjoyed a delicious meal -- everything from appetizers to desserts was wonderful. The menu includes some less-common Indian dishes and we thoroughly enjoyed our meals and the evening. The staff were cordial and helpful and the owner visited our table and others and was delightful. We look forward to going back!
I can guarantee it is the best place to eat Indian food in the whole of DC. One of my favs place to be, I have been there with more than 50 of my friends.
Sorry wont go back.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Garlic Naan, L Chicken Tikka Masala
Okay, Passage to India! You just earned yourself a regular customer. There are several Indian restaurants around Woodmont Triangle, and I've only been to a couple. Therefore I can't say how Passage to India ranks among others. But I can say I had one of the best meals, Indian or otherwise, in recent memory. Our server was attentive, courteous, and kind. Why there is not a line out the door, I have no idea. You should definitely give this place a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Indian restaurant in Bethesda. Good food, service and atmosphere. This place is a little pricier than most Indian restaurants in the area but definitely worth
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Samosa Chaat, Garlic Naan, Goat Curry
Restaurantji Recommends
My husband and his parents have been coming here for over 20 years and it’s the go-to spot whenever we crave Indian food. Before I met my husband, I didn’t really eat much Indian food but now I always crave to come here to Passage to India for their chicken tikka masala! Their goat curry is also very good! As a staple, we also order some veggie side dishes that include spinach with corn, eggplant, okra, and onion kulcha. Drinks are also good and staff is very attentive and friendly. Bathrooms are always clean! There’s street parking and a parking garage across the street. Definitely a place to check out if you’re in Bethesda!Parking: Parking Sunday is free
Recommended dishes: Goat Curry, Chicken Tikka Masala
Love this restaurant. The food is always excellent, the atmosphere is relaxed and quiet and the staff is fantastic!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Palak Makai, Garlic Naan
Not sure why the low 4-star rating, the food, the service, the atmosphere was excellent. Very very good Indian food and authentic. Great vegan options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is outstanding. Homemade recipes for sure. I have tried other Indian restaurants in dc and Bethesda. None if them hood s as candle to this place. I am very picky and their food is outstanding. Thru could improve on their nam bread.Vegetarian options: Eggplant stew and spinach with cheese delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tikka Masala
Oh-my-god! I enjoyed every single thing I ate. My pictures don't make the beauty of their dishes justice. I tried several different dishes and was lucky enough to be accompanied by my friend who is originally from India and ordered everything for me. With this, I can also say that their food is very traditional. What I loved the most was the calamari and their amazing lentils. Their samosas were also amazing. The service was excellent, everyone was welcoming and nice. The ambiance is alright, very traditional decor, I really liked their mosaic doors. I went there three days ago and already have plans for going back this week! I recommend that if you go in a group you order everything to share, everyone will get their own plate with rice and salad. Really happy with this find!