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Okay, only been a handful of times but then again I've only been in Cleveland for a few months. This place is hands down the best in _Cleveland_. I underscore Cleveland, because there are some posts from people likely comparing it to other Indian places in the country.
Is this place the BEST in the world? No. But in the short time I have been here I feel safe in saying that you take what you can get in Cleveland. Tried 4 other places here and this one is the clear winner.
I'm not rating based on service, ambiance, or whatnot. When I go to an Indian place I have low expectations for the "dining experience" - as should you. Indian places are NOTORIOUS for the lack of the aforementioned niceties. If you're looking for a 5-star dining experience go to some place where you will PAY 5-stars (ie. not an Indian place). When I go to an Indian place I go for the food.
So, as for the food I've tried the lunch buffets mostly. Good selection. Recall chicken biryani, tikka masala, tandoor chicken, 2 other types of rice, saag paneer, channa masala, some veggie samosas, various lentil-based soups, chutney/other dips, and various desserts. This was for $11. The buffet changes slightly from time to time as well. Okay, so feel free to label me as a stereotypical American, but I base most of my Indian food critiques on the chicken tikka masala/butter chicken - it seems to be the easiest to judge across different restaurants. This place's CTM is very moist chicken breast in a creamy tomato/yogurt sauce of a good consistency - very mildly spiced. Their naan is not the greatest tasting, but it is hot and fresh. They do give you dosa if requested. The saag paneer and channa masala are very tasty.
If this place weren't 30 minutes away from me I would be there at least every other day. That is all.
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