Mela Indian Restaurant
$ • Indian, Seafood, Gluten-Free
Hours:
70 N Lexington Ave, Asheville
(828) 225-8880
About Mela Indian Restaurant
Customers' Favorites
Vegetarian Thali Platter
Spinach and Goat Cheese
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Saffron Kabab
Shrimp Tikka Marsala
Madras Vegetables
Chicken Vindaloo
Vegetable Samosa
Aloo Gobi Masala
Tandoori Chicken
Mela Indian Restaurant Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 2:30PM 5 - 8:30PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 2:30PM 5 - 8:30PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 2:30PM 5 - 8:30PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 8:30PM 11:30AM - 2:30PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 2:30PM 5 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM - 2:30PM 5 - 9PM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM - 2:30PM 5 - 8:30PM |
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Mela Indian Restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience with a menu featuring delicious and fresh Indian cuisine, including the popular Frankie, which is a must-try. The restaurant has a fun ambiance, complete with Bollywood movie screens and a wide selection of beers. The vegetarian sampler and naan bread are also not to be missed. The staff is friendly, efficient, and accommodating, making every visit enjoyable. The lunch buffet is a reliable choice, offering a good mix of standard and unique dishes that entice customers to return. Popular items include the chicken tikka masala, which has been praised for its rich and creamy flavors, and the restaurant also serves Kashmiri chicken and thali. Mela Indian Restaurant is a great place for a memorable meal, whether for a fun outing with friends or a quick bite during tourist season. While it can get busy, customers report minimal wait times for seating. Despite some small issues with table size and take-away boxes, the overall experience remains highly positive.