Really enjoyed this new gem in Old Town. Service was excellent and the food was amazing. If you're looking for a new spot for modern Indian cuisine- this is it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
T “Rayne” B
Went here for my Valentine's because my boyfriend knew that this was a spot on my list, food and service is amazing. The atmosphere is perfect for a night of romance. My fish was cooked perfectly and the drinks were made well. Would definitely come here again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Goat Cheese Naan
Sarah C
Aces cocktails, elevated Indian cuisine. The sweet potato appetizer is out of this world. Have been here 4 times with different groups. Every dish that every person has ordered has been goodVegetarian options: Many vegan and vegetarian optionsDietary restrictions: Menu clearly marked for dietary restrictions, several vegan and vegetarian options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spinach & Cauliflower Kofta
Belle Neal
One of the best Indian foods I have.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Manu Uppal
We had reservations at 6 PM on a Tuesday night. We were running late and arrived about 45 min late and hungry as I skipped lunch. We were 4 people. The food was great and among great dishes I wanted to pick the best appetizer and main dish. The best appetizer was Jodpur chicken. It had the perfect mix of spices and char. The best main course was lachedar paratha. The layers were just great and cooked with ghee hit the spot. The servers gave us a lot of attention and we had non alcoholic drinks, both were unique and refreshing. Parents think it is one of the top 5 indian food he has had. So even though it is a little far away, we will definitely come back
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Reshma Gautam
Too pricey with portion!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Surya Thapa
This restaurant is super expensive and tiny portions. We ordered Chicken Tika masala it was in small containers which is not enough for kid. No worthy for price.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Peter Fanone
Phenomenal service, delicious food, excellent wine options/pairings… one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time! Very elevated cuisine, fun fusions, a great modern take on many traditional dishes… the general manager James was also delightful and attentive. And the espresso martini was the best I’ve ever had (and is remarkably made without espresso!).
Overall, our experience was fine. We went to Kismet for our five year anniversary, and at first, everything seemed great. However, it then took over an hour to get our food. Even getting the bottle of wine that we ordered nearly immediately after being seated took at least 25 minutes to arrive. By the time our food arrived, we had to quickly eat in order to get back to the babysitter. We admittedly did decide to order on the regular menu instead of the restaurant week menu (we were provided with both). If that was the contributing factor to our food coming out so late, I truly wish someone would have mentioned in the beginning that we would experience a delay.
We mostly enjoyed the place but I would not come back. I almost don't care to place a review but our chicken in the starter was raw. I mean literally uncooked in the middle. That's what did it for me. There were some other detracting factors with cleanliness, price, and presentation but the raw chicken was too much.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Dorukhan Doruk
We tried chicken tikka masala and it was one of the best that we have tried so far. Tandoori cauliflower is a must for a vegetarian appetizer with a kick of spice and lots of flavor with the garam masala. Goat cheese naan was another great choice and the lamb sheekh kebab as well for an appetizer. Spicy heat level might not satisfy some people but was perfect personally.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tandoori Cauliflower, Chicken Tikka Masala
Christina C. Baucom
Kismet Modern Indian is one of my favorite Indian cuisine restaurants in Alexandria. In a quaint modern space off King Street in Old Town with an impressive menu of staples and twist on Indian staples. We were promptly seated for a dinner reservation and there is paid street parking nearby. The staff is attentive and when I visit in person I am generally always visited by the manager on duty at the table. They truly care about your experience at the restaurant. The food is always good - I have yet to have a dish that I did not like. The atmosphere of the restaurant has moderate lively noise because of the space. I recommend a visit! Prices are $$-$$$ depending on menu items ordered.
Excellent Indian food, fresh. Tandoori shrimp, spinach & cauliflower kofta, and chicken tikka masala are my favorites. The Salt and Pepper Gimlet is a must have.
The food here is so delicious!!! We went last night for dinner and I am thinking I want to order it again tonight. The Olive Naan and the sliders... Yum yum!!The service was so prompt and friendly too. This is a favorite!
Food and service were amazing!
Really enjoyed this new gem in Old Town. Service was excellent and the food was amazing. If you're looking for a new spot for modern Indian cuisine- this is it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went here for my Valentine's because my boyfriend knew that this was a spot on my list, food and service is amazing. The atmosphere is perfect for a night of romance. My fish was cooked perfectly and the drinks were made well. Would definitely come here again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Goat Cheese Naan
Aces cocktails, elevated Indian cuisine. The sweet potato appetizer is out of this world. Have been here 4 times with different groups. Every dish that every person has ordered has been goodVegetarian options: Many vegan and vegetarian optionsDietary restrictions: Menu clearly marked for dietary restrictions, several vegan and vegetarian options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spinach & Cauliflower Kofta
One of the best Indian foods I have.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
We had reservations at 6 PM on a Tuesday night. We were running late and arrived about 45 min late and hungry as I skipped lunch. We were 4 people. The food was great and among great dishes I wanted to pick the best appetizer and main dish. The best appetizer was Jodpur chicken. It had the perfect mix of spices and char. The best main course was lachedar paratha. The layers were just great and cooked with ghee hit the spot. The servers gave us a lot of attention and we had non alcoholic drinks, both were unique and refreshing. Parents think it is one of the top 5 indian food he has had. So even though it is a little far away, we will definitely come back
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Too pricey with portion!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
This restaurant is super expensive and tiny portions. We ordered Chicken Tika masala it was in small containers which is not enough for kid. No worthy for price.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Phenomenal service, delicious food, excellent wine options/pairings… one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time! Very elevated cuisine, fun fusions, a great modern take on many traditional dishes… the general manager James was also delightful and attentive. And the espresso martini was the best I’ve ever had (and is remarkably made without espresso!).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Olive Naan, Garlic Naan, Rose Ice Cream, Palak Paneer
Overall, our experience was fine. We went to Kismet for our five year anniversary, and at first, everything seemed great. However, it then took over an hour to get our food. Even getting the bottle of wine that we ordered nearly immediately after being seated took at least 25 minutes to arrive. By the time our food arrived, we had to quickly eat in order to get back to the babysitter. We admittedly did decide to order on the regular menu instead of the restaurant week menu (we were provided with both). If that was the contributing factor to our food coming out so late, I truly wish someone would have mentioned in the beginning that we would experience a delay.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Grilled Okra
Restaurantji Recommends
We mostly enjoyed the place but I would not come back. I almost don't care to place a review but our chicken in the starter was raw. I mean literally uncooked in the middle. That's what did it for me. There were some other detracting factors with cleanliness, price, and presentation but the raw chicken was too much.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
We tried chicken tikka masala and it was one of the best that we have tried so far. Tandoori cauliflower is a must for a vegetarian appetizer with a kick of spice and lots of flavor with the garam masala. Goat cheese naan was another great choice and the lamb sheekh kebab as well for an appetizer. Spicy heat level might not satisfy some people but was perfect personally.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tandoori Cauliflower, Chicken Tikka Masala
Kismet Modern Indian is one of my favorite Indian cuisine restaurants in Alexandria. In a quaint modern space off King Street in Old Town with an impressive menu of staples and twist on Indian staples. We were promptly seated for a dinner reservation and there is paid street parking nearby. The staff is attentive and when I visit in person I am generally always visited by the manager on duty at the table. They truly care about your experience at the restaurant. The food is always good - I have yet to have a dish that I did not like. The atmosphere of the restaurant has moderate lively noise because of the space. I recommend a visit! Prices are $$-$$$ depending on menu items ordered.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Tandoori Cauliflower, Chicken Tikka Masala, Garlic Naan
Excellent Indian food, fresh. Tandoori shrimp, spinach & cauliflower kofta, and chicken tikka masala are my favorites. The Salt and Pepper Gimlet is a must have.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tandoori Cauliflower, Chicken Tikka Masala, Garlic Naan, Tandoori Shrimp
The food here is so delicious!!! We went last night for dinner and I am thinking I want to order it again tonight. The Olive Naan and the sliders... Yum yum!!The service was so prompt and friendly too. This is a favorite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5