I was talking about Indian food in Charleston (where I live with my friends) recently, and we were comparing our favorite spots. I had this amazing flavor memory burning strong in my mind I wanted to tell them about, and could not place where in Charleston I'd had it...and then realized (sadly), it's because it was at Curry Mahal!
Curry Mahal kicks the butt of all the Indian places I have in my town combined. It was so flavorful, fresh, and seemingly authentic. I've never been to India so I can't say for sure...but it seemed really legit.
The service was friendly and the price can't be beat. I would've eaten there again the next day for lunch and dinner if they'd been open.