Aangan Classic Indian & Nepalese Restaurant
3500 Walnut St, Harrisburg, PA, 17109
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Address :
3500 Walnut St
Harrisburg, PA, 17109 - Phone (717) 909-7777
- Website https://aanganonline.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:30 am - 2:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
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India is the birth place of Chicken Tikka Masala and Curries. Indian foods are prepared with a blend of finely mixed spices quite popular across the region. The spices develop the rich taste in Indian food enough to boggle your mind. The ever-increasing fan base of Indian food around the New York city is steadily increasing because of the large number of Indians who traveled to the land of dreams. The Indians also brought their very own vibrant, colorful, and aromatic authentic dishes for the people in the West. While most of the Indian population is Vegetarian, Indian food is great for people who are looking for vegan or vegetarian food option. If you are a Meat lover, don't get disappointed yet. Indian food also boasts of some popular non-vegetarian dishes too. Few examples are the famous Butter Chicken, Mutton Biryani and Tandoori Chicken are enough to satisfy your taste buds.
Indian food has gained reputation all over the world especially in the United States. You can find many places serving the appetizing Indian food across all major cities in the US. India is a diverse country with different food culture originated from different parts of the country. While the Northern region boasts tandoori dishes and korma offering royal taste, the Western Ghats offers sea foods that is made in naturally sweet tender coconut milk. The South Indian food servers a quality of different dishes made from rice accompanied with spicy chutneys, curries and famous sambhar. Also, the Indian sweets are a delight to relish. If you ever want to have a burst of sugar syrup in mouth, don't forget to try few Bengali Sweets. Be it spicy, tangy, or sweet flavor, you can find everything in the Indian cuisine. Be assured that the melody of spices will surely bring delight to you.
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E G.
Probably the best Indian Food in the Harrisburg area. I recently moved here from NYC and was accustomed to a lot of good and bad Indian restaurants, and I was thoroughly disappointed with Harrisburg's selection until I tried Aangan. Passage to India was absolutely horrible food and service, and does not compare in authenticity. I was pleasantly surprised with Aangan's atmosphere inside because the outside is about as least inviting as you can get- don't let that scare you away from trying this place. The food was almost on par with great Indian food I've tried in the past. The service was lacking due to being under manned (the owner was obviously doing 75% of the work) and the fact that they got a rush when we were there. Service did pick up in the end and the owner redeemed himself. The prices are pretty high for what you get, but I noticed that is a Harrisburg trend for some reason. Food wise, it was almost excellent. The food was obviously fresh and tasty. Tandoori's were great and even came with their sauce. Naan bread was also good, but Samosa were a bit of a disappointment. Overall it is good food and a decent atmosphere which is better than any other Indian place I've been to here. Masala Bistro in Camp Hill is decent... at best. FOLLOWUP: Went for the Sunday Buffet. AMAZING. Probably one of the most authentic South Indian variety I have tried ever, even in India. They even had a station for Bhel Puri! This buffet is an amazing secret if you love South Indian Food. You have to request for them to make Dosas if you want one though, they are not out in the open, but rather behind the glass window being made. Pakoras were so yummy, and they even had califlower baji. Price was so reasonable too. THIS IS A MUST TRY!!!! *Bumped to 5 Stars*
(5)Lisa A.
I've been to a lot of Indian restaurants. Aangan was among the better of them as far as the taste of the food. I really like the lunch buffet - there are quite a few selections - vegetarian and meat dishes - and everyone is happy. We've gone with a group and with just our family and one friend. Nan bread is served at the table. The staff seems very casual and nice. Definitely one to return to again and again.
(5)Manish J.
Very Good! Got the chicken tikka masala - i was shocked because the place doesn't look great from the outside and i was thinking I wouldn't get that great indian food in harrisburg. i was wrong. the chicken tikka masala was awesome. as was the garlic naan and mango lassi. definitely got to go if you are in the area. will be back.
(4)Justin B.
good indian buffet.
(3)Deborah N.
We made our first visit to Aangan Saturday evening. The restaurant is very dated and the ambiance is average. The tableware was wonderful and it was very nice to have the chair pulled out for me upon seating. However, the server didn't take our drink order until he took our food order. My husband and I are both big fans of Vindaloo and have had it many times at Passage To India. We thought we would give Aangans a try to compare. It was very good, the heat was nice, however it didn't have some of the ingredients we appreciate From Passage such as the pearl onions. The service was a different story, I waited and waited for an iced tea refill when we were seated right near the register where the waiters were stationed. Not to mentioned that no one ever checked back to make sure everything was to our liking. We also had quite a wait time for the check. The service was just not up to par, especially when you consider the restaurant was anything but busy.
(2)LaDonna U.
We dine there regularly, eat in and take out about once a week. The food is really good. The atmosphere has potential to be great, but could be cleaner. Expect to wait... For everything. Ordering online was a bust. I always enjoy the people and the foods and appreciate the buffets to try new things. I recommend Kashmiri Dum Aloo and the spicy chili lamb dish.
(4)Tom J.
As a relative local who enjoys Indian food I'm so disappointed with Aangan. The food is actually very good when they manage to get your order correct...but the issue is with the service or lack there of.. I've been ordering food for take out for years and I'm now officially done with Aangan.... The past three times.. Yes folks three times they have managed to get my order wrong. The last time I actually opened the take Out bag which is always stapled closed when presented at the counter and removed all the containers to double check that everything was there.. ( twice before got home to discover a Chicken dish missing a previous time naan bread and rice Missing)...this time everything seemed to be accounted for & it was and even written on the lids with a black marker the contents.. So everything back in the bag and 30 minute drive home to enjoy... Unfortunately when I opened the container marked Chicken Jalfrezzi, it was some vegetable dish which I didn't order.. I am so miffed with this place that I will never food from here again.. I have given them so many chances and feel bad but if they can't get the order correct I'm done...
(1)Mark A.
First visit: Good food at decent prices. We had a small appetizer sampler (samosas were delicious, other fried items were bland), a mango chicken curry dish, Paneer Sagwala (spinach and cubed cheese), and Jalfrezi (mixed vegetables in curry). The entrees were mildly spiced (i.e. not too hot for newbies) and delicious, not too greasy, in reasonably-sized portions. Unfortunately, although everyone was very polite, the service was extremely slow to the point of being non-existent. This was a Tuesday night and they had a party going on in the back room, and while the place was about half full, there was really only one overworked waiter for the main dining room. Took 15 minutes just to be seen by the waiter, and I ordered tea 2 or 3 times which never came. They were apologetic, and I believe this was an anomaly, so I'll check back again soon to try other dishes from the extensive menu... just hoping the service will be better next time. But for good food that's reasonably priced, Aangan might beat the Passage to India restaurant near downtown Harrisburg... recommended, if you're not in a hurry.
(3)Kristina G.
I'm sad. The past few times we've been the service has been awful! Food is still wonderful but the service is slow....very slow. You have to chase down for drinks, for your check. And something seems fishy with their business. I don't know if they're new owners or what. The past few times I haven't gotten an actual bill I just go up front to pay. And then if I pay cash they can't give me a receipt. Um, what? So the next time I pay with a card. No receipt. What establishment can't give me a receipt? Or a bill? Very sad. Gonna look for another Indian place until hopefully they get their act together...
(2)Neel K.
Truly a diamond in the rough. The outside looks like a run down house, but don't let that scare you away. The inside decor is dated but ok. As far as the food, it is very good. We tried the veg app platter and came with a variety including fried cauliflower, 2 samosas, fried onions and potatoes. A very good variety. We also had the chile paneer which was awesome. For dinner we had chole, dal, and mattar paneer, all of the dishes were well made and had the perfect balance of spice. The bread basket is a great deal. For $10 you get a HUGE basket of a variety of breads all of which are good. Overall a very good indian option in the Harrisburg area. We will definitely be back next time we are in the area.
(4)Miriam W.
I believe this place has changed hands, and it went from being a truly special restaurant with interesting and different dishes to below average. I'm sad. On my last two visits the offerings were not what I'm used to getting here. All of the things that made this place special; the great veggie dishes and interesting Nepalese specials especially, are gone, except for the Himalayan chicken. And, while they still offer a Sunday night buffet, it's not the South Indian extravaganza it once was. Alas. I was told they do that on Sunday afternoons now. Also, the place is not clean. And they don't change the table cloths between customers. Yuck.
(2)Douglas W.
Absolutely won't be back. I've eaten here dozens of times. It went from one of the best to one of the worst Indian buffets. New owners and I guess a new chef has made this place really not appetizing. Inventive and interesting dishes have been replaced by poorly prepared standards. I didn't go up for a second helping of anything. It was all subpar at best. Sad.
(2)Samiam H.
I like this place. Service is a bit disorganized and it took a while to get to the person you order drinks and food, but then It went OK. One of the few places that serve goat although be prepared it is chewy and usally on th bone. Prices are good value.
(4)Blcksocks D.
One time I was invited to a friend's place for dinner. Unfortunately this was during his weight loss phase and I was served with whole grain pasta that probably was prepared with just a drop or two of oil (for the entire pan) with the most bland sauce known to mankind. The feeling of regret you have when you first put that into your mouth and realize the horrible mistake you have done, but then continue chewing it because you don't want to be rude to your host. Well, eating at Aangan was very close to the experience listed above. My first visit here was during the lunch buffet which was really mediocre. Based on the reviews here, I wanted to give it a second try and we went here during dinner. The fact that I jumped and said "No Thanks" when the waiter offered me a take-out container for my 90% leftover "lamb biryani", is a testament of how excited I was after dining here. Combine that with the 60+ year old women belly dancing around your tables and you feel like you won the jackpot. I do want to give it 2 stars, one for the great spirit these ladies were dancing with despite their age and the second for their gulab jamun.
(2)Rayna C.
I can not express how disappointed I am with this place. It's not the run down appearance or the odd looking interior, it's the people who work there. They've been having problems on and off since they opened with stealing people's credit card information, which is enough to turn me off a place that's been opened for a good amount of years now. The food is average at best, and it's pricey for what you do get. The servers aren't very friendly either, which normal doesn't bother me, but it seems like they just don't care. There are much better choices within the area. All in all, I would not be eating here again, it's just a disappointment.
(1)Sameer G.
I used to like this restaurant but the other i ordered Food & dessert for my office team. They delivered Ras malai for dessert and it was Bad. It was disgusting. It was not sweet, it was bitter. The milk was BAD. I don't know how these guys can deliver BAD food. 5 team members got food poisoning from that. I really want this restaurant to be shut down.
(1)Jennifer C.
This review is strictly for the lunch buffet. The atmosphere was nice, but the food was terribly disappointing. I'm a huge fan of Indian so I've had my fair share. The food didn't taste very fresh at all, and they didn't bother to fill the dishes. After digging around one dish, I realized the chicken tikka masala had absolutely no chicken. The biggest disappointment was the spice level. I don't expect a lunch buffet to be mouth-burning hot, but I should be more flavorful than some veggies in a salted tomato and cream sauce. If you appreciate Indian food for it's variety of spices, don't bother trying the buffet.
(2)Nicole M.
Gave this place a second try tonight. The first time the food was good but it was a 2 hr dinner due to the awfully slow service. We had a groupon for tonight's dinner, so we returned. We laughed as we got there at 5pm and commented that we probably wouldn't be leaving until at least 7pm. We were right. After getting seated at 5:05pm, it took another 20 minutes before we were even addressed. Long stares at the server finally brought him our way. We ordered tandoori chicken (a whole chicken in a clay oven, we figured it would take a few extra minutes) but didn't expect the wait to be an additional 45 minutes. We sat waiting for a box (after asking twice) and the check for another 20-25 minutes. The bill never came. The 'manager' informed me after I went up to the bar area that I am not able to use my groupon tonight. That they have a new rule that states you must spend a certain amount first, then they will let you use the amount you paid for it but not the amount it is for. So I paid $15 for the $30 voucher. I said ok, I'll use the $15. She said they do great service and they only get $5 per transaction. I understand what she was complaining about, but still she just waived me away. I would have been glad to pay the difference of the bill, but wasn't given the opportunity. I had to wait an additional 10 minutes until she had time to correct the bill. The slowness of the service and overall lack of care for their customers makes this place a BEWARE OF SERVICE.
(1)Josh R.
We were in Harrisburg from Philadelphia for work. Two Nepali men recommended this place above the competitors, so we decided to check it out. The food was delicious, and the service was excellent. I wanted a dish that was authentically Nepali rather than Indian. The server directed me to the Kathmandu chicken. The meat was juicy, and the spices were rich. My colleague got the chicken tikka masala, which was also delicious. We were surprised at how much naan came with the bread basket, as usually places like this charge a lot of money for bread. When the servers noticed that we were genuinely interested in authentic Nepali cuisine, they brought us two tiny plates, each of which had a unique Nepali spice masala. One was a homemade chaat masala, the other was a unique blend that featured aged cinnamon. When sprinkled on the Kathmandu chicken, the dish was enhanced. It also went well on the salad. After paying the bill, they ended up giving us extra salad with these masalas sprinkled on them, to take home free of charge. It was some of the warmest treatment I had ever received at a restaurant. To top it all off, I left my ID card there, and I had already come back to Philadelphia by the time I realized that it was gone. Aangan kept it in a safe place, and when I called and they confirmed that they had it, they shipped it via FedEx almost immediately. In a previous trip to Harrisburg, I also came here for the lunch buffet. I was just as satisfied then as I was last week. This is a top-notch restaurant.
(5)Sourit D.
Credit card information is compromised. Try using cash here. The people from the restaurant and probably management is not trust worthy and are scam artist. The service is horrible I saw people leave the restaurant as they were not attended to to even give a glass of water. I told the person at the counter and he didnt seem bothered and was rude. The people are dumb and thieves running the place. However the food is good. But these guys are running a scam and I am not going back to this place.
(2)Amanda B.
We eat here at least 1-2 times a week for the lunch buffet. I was a very picky eater and never had Indian before someone convinced me to try Aangan. I am hooked. Delicious food, quality food, and there is plenty for those "picky eaters" or those who don't want to eat anything "strange" or "too spicy". Their food still tops all other Indian restaurants I have tried. Very nice staff/owners. Their soup is great, the "chicken with the red creamy sauce" is something nearly anyone could eat and would really enjoy! Not spicy and the chicken is delicious.
(5)Robert F.
So technically not a fair review. I drove to this place and the hours on their website were wrong and they were closed. So of to another indian place.
(1)Gary K.
Wow! I am impressed. Authentic Indian food out in Harrisburg! I came without great expectations because being from Singapore, and traveled to India many times, I'm a little spoilt for great Indian food. There are also excellent Indian restaurants in Seattle and Bellevue I frequent. However, I missed home, and missed my Sunday Indian lunch buffet with my family, so when this came up on Yelp, I gave it a try. Everything was excellent - and authentic. 5 Stars!!
(5)Saiprasad G.
I have went again to the aangan with my cousins they have also enjoyed the food and the way they serve
(5)A P.
Save your self a hassle and don't even bother to go. We waited over an hour and the owner wound not even look at us. He was too busy scheming people who place order over the phone. Almost half of restaurant left after no response on giving water or even bother look and acknowledge.
(1)Thùy Vân P.
I'm giving this place 5 stars because of the value of their lunch buffet. I'm not too familiar with Indian cuisine so I can't vouch for the authenticity of the food. However, I've had Indian food many times before and this is up there with the best homemade stuff. The Naan is delicious. All my kids love to dip the Naan with the various curry. We've tried many Indian restaurants and we have cravings for this place. Give the lunch buffet a try, it's not any more expensive than McDonald's.
(5)Yelpe R.
Tried this place twice: too fried, too bland.
(2)Michael P.
I saw one of the dishwasher drop silverware on the floor, and then throw it back with the clean ones. He then wiped his nose with a cloth and used it to wipe off the clean dishes. Very disgusting, and I will not be returning.
(1)Danno Z.
DO NOT PAY ONLINE WITH CREDIT CARD. Our card was compromised in less than 24 hrs. That's not to mention that they tried to charge me again when I picked up our order. They also shorted us the rice that they normally include with the entrees. Otherwise the food quality is pretty hit or miss. When the kitchen is on the top of their game it is exquisite. Don't expect that all the time. Dine-in experience also varies. Not all of the wait staff speak English well. There also tends to be random people in and out of a back room. It doesn't seem to impact food or service but happens enough to make you wonder what is going on back there. I find it to always be a conversation starter at our table.
(1)Megan L.
I love them. I'm in Harrisburg a couple of times a month, and have tried some of the local Indian restaurants with mixed results. Some pretty good and some just ok. Aangan is my keeper. Excellent food--no, not the most amazing in India as other reviewers might point out, but honestly, this is Harrisburg, and as such, the food is excellent. Prompt and genuinely pleasant service. Naan that the kids love. Perfectly perfect Sunday buffet for the family; great lunch or dinner anytime, great vibe, fast service. Sweet Nepalese family run business.
(5)A G.
I've been coming here for 14 years, my husband for 11. When it was time to choose a place to have his retirement party, this was the first and only place I considered. Unfortunately, ownership/management has changed many, many times during this period, and it is not the same place it was when we first started coming. The quality has been very up & down, but the last couple of times we'd come, the food had been very good. I called to get some details and spoke to someone who was upfront about the fact that she was new, had just start this month, and had never done a party before. But in that case, you should get your facts together before passing them on to the customer. She kept having to ask 'Sir' for answers to my questions, and telling me things that I knew were wrong. But I was willing to give her a chance as she was very eager. I told her I was expecting 40-50 people, was told about the party room, asked for a price quote, etc. She quoted me the price for the lunch buffet and said that there would be a discount, but wouldn't commit to an amount. I asked if there were any other costs or set-up fees, and she insisted that no, there were no other charges, just the buffets. I asked what the lunch menu consisted of, as I'd only been at dinner time, but she wasn't able to tell me. I called again a couple of days later to confirm the information before sending out my invitations. This time, she quoted me a price that was $2pp higher than what she'd told me the previous time. I asked her why, and she said that she was new, didn't know these things yet, had given me the weekday price instead of the weekend price. I was not thrilled at the change in info, but she did say that they would give a 5% discount since I had such a large group. This was less than I was expecting given the size of the group and my previous experiences with this restaurant. I asked again about any other charges, and again, she said no, no, no, that's it, and we're giving you the group discount. We were going to be in the party room, away from the other guests, and she wanted me to come by ahead of time to give any input I had on set-up, etc. If I wanted anything special put up, I could bring it. There would be a set-up for people to give speeches. I asked about the menu again, and 'Sir' was able to tell her some staples. I went ahead and sent out my invitations. I called 5 days later to confirm that we were set to go, as the event was only 6 days away. She said yes, we were set for the party room. And 'Remember, I told you there is a $170 charge for the room?' This was a blatant lie. She knew full well that she had not told me that. I informed her that I had taken notes during each of our conversations, and that she had told me both times that there was no charge. Over the course of the conversation, she jumped back and forth between 1) there was a misunderstanding; 2) I'm new and I didn't know; and 3) I just found out myself yesterday. If she just found out, then how could she have told me? And now that I had already invited people, how could she change the terms of our agreement? I find this to be terribly unprofessional. Then she said 'Do you remember the price?' I informed her that yes, I remember the price, but that she had changed the price between our first and second conversations, so I wanted to hear from her the per person price. She quoted me a price even $1pp higher than last time! I had to fight with her to get down to the price that we'd agreed on last conversation. She finally acknowledged that she was wrongly quoting the dinner price, but we are coming for lunch, which is cheaper. At this point, I was very frustrated. If the invitations weren't already out and if I didn't already have 30+ yes RSVPs, I would certainly have cancelled. I told her I understood she was new, but that I'd like to speak to her boss instead to make sure there would be no more surprises. She wouldn't let me, saying she would make sure everything was great, would take personal responsibility, blah, blah. I told her it was wrong to change the prices, that they should honor what they had told me the previous time we'd talked. She wouldn't give in. I told her to forget the party room. I'm not going to be taken advantage of like that. This conversation is all taking place with 'Sir' in the background answering her questions from me. She then proceeded to try to butter me up, telling me that she & her husband were new owners, telling me about her past, etc. That's all fine and dandy, but this was supposed to be a professional transaction that was taking place between us, and the personal attempts did not make up for the utter lack of professionalism. Bottom line: I would not book an event here. They are disorganized, and do not honor their word. I feel like they waited til I was stuck to change terms on me, which is unethical business practice. We'll see how the party goes and then I'll update.
(1)Brian S.
Well, I must say, I had some trepidations given some of the reviews, but wanted to see for myself. Overall, very pleased. FOOD: I got the "ONION BHAJIA - mildly spiced choped onion dipped in an authentic indian batter." - It was delicious! fried very crispy. Tasted like a very oniony potato cake with a hint of indian spices. And for $4 you got a very nice portion. For entree I got the "CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA - chicken cooked in a rich onions, tomatoes and creamy gravy flavor with a aromatic spices. " and my wife got the "NAWABI CHICKEN TIKKA - An authentic nawabi dish consisting of boneless pieces of chicken marinated with special nawabi spices and cooked over a glowing charcoal fire. " Both were very good. Very similar dishes really - the Nawabi chicken came with a side of the same 'gravy' that is in the Chicken Tikka Masala. The main differences of these two dishes are 1) Nawabi has gravy on side, 2) Nawabi comes with grilled onions and peppers, 3) Nawabi chicken is lit on fire table side, 4) Nawabi comes with MORE chicken for only a $1 more (but you do get less gravy. We got the garlic naan which was also good. The only really bad part of the meal was my diet coke. Very small glass (tall but skinny) and was weak (high carbonation, low syrup). SERVICE: Service was great - not sure about the bad reviews on service here (maybe they changed), but everyone was very attentive and pleasant. We will definitely go back again.
(4)Leen W.
Most Recent Visit Review -Downgraded the ratings from 5 star to 1 star. Management has changed, Service is terrible and slow, guy who manages the place is also the waiter, busboy, server and part chef. The lady, who happens to be his wife, is downright rude and obnoxious. They do not accept Groupon Coupon anymore unless one visits on weekdays, the bill is over $40 of which is nothing mentioned in the original groupon policy. Highly recommend not to go until the new management takes over or the old management comes back. It's a clown show in there. Also a friend saw fraud charges on Credit Card as he ordered food online. Do not give the CC ... or simply don't do business with them until things straighten out. Not worth. Old Review - Awesome Food!! Unbelievable Tandoor (from the Oven) dishes. Excellent Quantity. I visited it thrice - twice in Nov 2013 and so impressed with their quality and quantity and service ordered from them for our 31st Dec party. I truly agree their 4 star rating is fully justified.
(1)Yesmin F.
My husband introduced me to this Indian restaurant. We often go there and love their chicken tikka masala, chicken sag, kabob, rice and naan. As some other people mentioned that the food was not spicy and blend, you just have to let them know that you want extra spicy and you will get the flavor right. We also tried their buffet. Their buffet is awesome as well, since they have so many varieties items you can choose from. Price is pretty reasonable. One of the best indian restaurant in the town!
(5)Tim C.
I have only ordered take away from them but it has always been a great experience. It is packaged well and always ready for pickup whenever they have said it would be. I am typically very picky about my naan, especially garlic, and I have always walked away with zero complaints. I typically order a different dish everytime so I cannot recommend a specific one but I can say I have never been unhappy with any of my choices.
(4)J R.
very nice place, decor etc. do not be fooled by the outside. The food was really good and they do a good job at altering the spiciness. If it is your b-day you buy one entree, the 2nd one is free (the free one is the less expensive entree) for dine in which is nice. everything was very good, the bread, rice, tandori chicken and all of the other chicken entree's we had when there were very good. Good service as well. OH, the best samosas around!! 6/15 sadly this place went down hill fast as far as service goes. the last 4 or 5 times we were there the service was horrible. takes forever for them to take order, bring out food,bring your your check, take your payment, bring back your credit card etc. its takes over two hours to get in and out of there and thats when its NOT busy. the last time we went was the last straw. people came in after us, ordered 20 minutes after us and got their food and were done eating and we still did not get our food. .it was almost an hour,50 minutes from when we put our order in and never got our food. we left. they said its almost ready... too late. after almost an hour and seeing people done eating before we got our food when we got there way before them, no thanks. shame cuz the food is good but will have to find another place.
(2)KA K.
DO NOT ORDER ONLINE!!! FRAUDULENT ACTIVITY MAY RESULT!!! Within 30 minutes of using what appeared to be a secure online ordering site, my debit card information was used to purchase $260 worth of something from an online vendor headquartered in India. When I called the restaurant to report the incident, I was told that this had happened before and that next time I should pay with cash. Next time?!? I don't think so.
(1)Ed R.
Great place. Wish I'd gone there sooner. Good description online. They are a little difficult to understand on the phone so communication could be better but that alone shouldn't detract from the great taste.
(5)Jun... A.
I've been there a couple of times and I think its probably the "best indian food" restaurant in the harrisburg area. Quality of food: 4* for the harrisburg area Service: 3* Price: Its pricier compared to the other indian places but they do have a bar and this is relatively cleaner compared to the other indian restaurants in the harrisburg area.
(4)Jeffrey S.
We enjoyed one of the Sunday buffets and it was great. The service was also great; we were attended to by either an owner or manager who was excellent. The funny part was that our sons, aged 9 and 6, initially refused to eat anything, until they tried a small piece. After that, they could not get enough and we are planning out next trip there when we are in the Harrisburg area again.
(4)Caitlin M.
If you're looking for a great local Indian restaurant this is the place to go. Although it may have the appearance of a hole in the wall (usually the best food places to go), this place had amazing food. The only disappointment I have with Aangan is that when ordering the waitress asked if we want medium or spicy. In a group of four, all asked for medium. At most Indian restaurants, this means they will actually give you mild (knowing that you can't really take the heat of the spices). However- they had to have given us spicy because all four of us with tons of experience with curry and Indian struggled through our meal. My suggestion is to order mild if you can not take the heat of all the spices.
(3)Sara N.
I'm partial to northern Indian and Punjabi cuisine, only because I never had southern Indian and Nepalese food, but if the dishes here are any real indication of the latter, it's much less flavorful and spicy than their northern counterparts. From the vegetable korma to the chicken chana, most of the dishes were very mild, if not bland. I often try the chicken tikka masala and naan as a barometer of Indian authenticity, and this place failed to pass the test. The pieces of chicken were dry and the masala was almost tasteless. However, the fresh, warm naan was a surprising delight--thin and soft with a sweet flavor. In a town populated by corporate food chains, any Indian food is better than no Indian food.
(3)Raj T.
We were 4 adults and 4 kids. We went for dinner. As it was late, they said it will take more time if we give separate order and suggested for buffet. But, all the buffet items were over. They said they would refill with freshly cooked items. We ended up with 1 item, naan and daal. Literally, we managed with leftover food. Even Struggled to get plates and spoons. When we got our check. They had charged for full buffet amount 11.99 for each person. When they are not providing proper fresh - all buffet items, how can they charge full price ?. It's Not worth for the money. The waitress really provided very good service. That is the plus point.
(1)sarita d.
This is a little jewel of a restaurant in an unremarkable location. The lunchtime buffet I experienced had a large variety of dishes. All authentic flavours and presented nicely in copper braziers. Lunch buffet included a small basket of naan, although other breads and papads were not included. There are not a huge number of tables, but all were covered in cloth and the waiters were attentive to refilling water glasses, etc. Probably the offerings vary every day. I was delighted to find a lovely rich stew with goat meat. The pickles and chutneys were good. The raita could have been a bit thicker. Also ordered a pick-up meal for evening, which was called into the restaurant in advance. The extra wait to take out was balanced by the quality of the food -- this is not a "fast food" place, but to have a home-cooked authentic meal of India is so unexpected for Harrisburg! i love sunday dinner buffet.
(5)Matt N.
The experience was incrediblly satisfying in every way. The food was delicious, the service was great and we got to sit in the corner which was nice since it allowed us a feeling of privacy while we ate. I really loved the Naan and the tandoori chicken the sauces and everything really filled me up probably because the rice was well cooked and we enjoyed an appetizer together. I still had to take some food to go because we ate the bread which filled me up. I want to come back to try the nepalese options, but I am sure that won't be very long since the food I tried was so enjoyable.
(5)John B.
The ambience of this place is dated but the food is really tasty. The tomato soup is a must try!! Also the folks waiting on the customers are not the most courteous but the yummy food more than makes up for it.. Can easily be a 5 star place with some upkeep.
(4)Matthew L.
Buffet is good as is all of the takeout that I have ordered. I've been here for both lunch and dinner. Chicken Tikki Masala and Kombdi Curry are my two fav's. Can't go wrong. The fried vege balls and the item with Chickpeas and yellow sauce were also good (per my girlfriend). Be mindful of the spiciness if you're not into spicy stuff. If you're into spicy stuff, and you request super hot, they can exceed your expectations. Naan is also delicius here, as are the chips and sauce they give you when dining in. This place is a nice place, and some people come here for a nice dinner, but casual dress is accepted without question.
(5)Jen H.
There is love in the food here. You know how, when you go to someone's house for dinner, and the cook of the family loves cooking for them and they are all happy and a loving family? Then, you have the food and it is sooooo good? That's what eating at Aangan feels like. Things that stood out from the Sunday buffet menu (I found the names on their website): ALOO JEERA METHI -- this was like home-fries but with cumin and fenugreek seeds sauteed with them. It was rich and flavorful, and totally surprised me with how tasty it was. GAJAR KA HALWA--Carrot pudding-- this was like eating a pumpkin pie, but without all the custardy creamy stuff. So good. It was sprinkled with dried coconut and raisins. I live in Philadelphia. I have not had indian food as good as this, or for as inexpensively, there. Only indian food that I had in London tops this place.
(5)Rocio R.
We enjoyed having dinner here with a friend. All our dishes looked and tasted good. Looking forward to trying something else next time.
(4)Pre S.
Was it me or just the crazy weather, I have no idea.. But, as I worked on filling my baby's formula into the dispenser, the drizzle turned to the heaviest downpour ! Why do I have to say that on a restaurant review ? Well, to make you understand how courteous the attendants were looking at a shivering me.. Customer service full marks ! They asked me to please sit and wether I need a towel ! Sweet indeed !! The main hall was all set for a party and they led us to a smaller one where another party had been just held i suppose ( the decor was still dangling ) We were offered the buffet. This room was rather dingy and looked more like a dormitory.. That's the reason I couldn't go beyond the FOUR stars .. Coming to food.. Simply Good !! Naans were excellent and so was the malai kofta.. Loved the tandoori chicken and yes that includes my 4 year old and 10 month old. Paneer / chicken makhani was no biggie. Tomato soup wasn't thick enough but super satisfied my cold and shivering palate. The spiciness is what my tongue fell in love with. Chicken curry was lovely too. After a tiring day at Crayola experience, Aangan welcomed us home !!
(4)Juliet S.
This is the best Indian restaurant in central pa and possibly the best restaurant in central pa. The food is amazing, spicy, full of flavor and never disappoints. It rivals and probably beats the best Indian restaurants in NYC (where we are from). The ambience is dated (but who cares, I come for the food). Not in the best location (looks sketchy at night) but we try to make it out here (not super close to where we live) when we want good food. Make sure you get the garlic naan. Have tried the buffet and it's good too but usually we do a la cart (because the times are limited).
(5)Jeff K.
I've had lunch and dinner at Aangan many times over the years. The food is tasty and the lunch buffet is a great value. They also offer an excellent weekend buffet, with a larger spread than is available during the work week. I do feel, however, that the Monday-through-Friday buffet has become too predictable. The last several times I've been there the meat selections have been tandoori chicken, Himalayan chicken and chicken tikka masala. The vegetarian dishes on the buffet also tend to be the same ones. When Aangan first opened, there was more variety and dishes were rotated often. I'd also like to see at least one goat or lamb dish on the buffet, rather than always all chicken. I'd gladly pay an extra dollar for that. A word to the uninitiated: The lunch buffet is served until 2:30, at which time they start removing all the food (whether you're done eating or not), so it is best to get there at least 45 minutes to an hour before. Also, when I was there earlier this week, the owners left at 2:30 and the one remaining server was not authorized to use the credit card machine. She wanted me to write my credit card number on a piece of paper for processing when the owners got back. I was unwilling to do that, so I wound up having to pay cash. They need to address this issue.
(4)Kelly C.
My favourite Indian outside Boston. The lunch buffet is fabulous. Come hungry. Awesome stuff. There is an expansive take-away option but don't be that enlightened American who orders hot....go mild.....
(5)Aadharsh R.
Harrisburg,PA is not one of the towns you go looking for an Indian restaurant in normally. But for Yelp, I would not have even found this place. So a tip of the hat to you yelpers! Generally, I try and avoid fare that is passed off as Indian/Nepali, Indian/Tibetan etc., I like Nepalese and Tibetan food too, but combining these cuisines as though they are interchangeable is not truly representative of the unique spice palettes that each of these cuisines use. Unfortunately when restaurants themselves do it to cater to a wider population (I am really hard-pressed to see if there are any Nepalis in Harrisburg, let alone anyone from the sub-continent!), they end up compromising on one core value, authenticity. Enough philosophizing, on to the food now... I had the lunch buffet. The spread was pretty impressive. The sweet corn soup was very good and the Carrot halwa (the dessert) was pretty remarkable too but unfortunately everything in between was just that - in between. Neither good nor bad. The channa masala, the saag, the basmati rice, the potato curry, the paneer dish were all let downs. Went here expecting it to be stand out but it did not turn out to be quite that.
(3)Tyler J.
Came in with my girlfriend for dinner. Food was just alright to be nice. Service was horrible. The staff was not rude, but nowhere near attentive. We waited for 30 minutes after finishing our meals before getting an opportunity to ask for our check and to-go containers. The price was fair. The waitress seemed to ignore requests, however the language barrier may be to blame. Bottom line is we won't be back. To make things worse, my girlfriend rolled her ankle and fell in the parking lot thanks to a pot whole in the middle of the walking path to our car!
(1)Sam R.
Great food, not a pleasant experience for dine in, as the place is not well lit and ventilated. Food Definitely tastes better than passage to India, food tastes authentic Indian.
(4)Sarthak S.
I am new to the harrisburg area. I am extremely disappointed by the Indian food available in this area. Being an Indian myself, i think i would rather make food at home than ever go and eat at aangan. first they messed up and gave away our food to somebody else. the food they served us later was worse than really bad food in india. the tomato soup they served was straight out of a carton. the chicken from the tandoor tasted rubbery. instead of asking anybody to avoid this place, i would suggest traveling down to New York City and getting some authentic indian food.
(2)David C.
I've been here twice, once for the lunch buffet and once for the dinner service. Lunch buffet: you get more than what you pay for. The lunch buffet costs $8. That's cheap. There's a good variety of food with plenty of naan. The food is good, and for $8, it's a great deal. The only problem with it is that it's a buffet. That means that the food is made for the masses, so it's less spicy. It also means that the fat guy in front of you took all the chicken out of the chicken tikka masala, so you're eating basmati rice with just the sauce. But guess what? It costs you $8, which is nothing, and if you wait 15 minutes the fat guy will be gone and there will be more chicken out. The reviewers on here criticizing the buffet for not being spicy enough need to figure out that you get what you pay for, and that you can't get made-to-order food from an $8 buffet. Dinner service: fresh, great service, made-to-order I got here at 5pm, right when they opened for dinner. Ordered at 510. Got my food at 520ish. It was delicious, and tasted fresh. Service is great - my water was never empty, and a woman made regular rounds to make sure we were getting all the bread we wanted. The servers are helpful and non-intrusive. We had the chicken saagwala for $12, and a lamb curry dish (I forget what exactly) for $14. It was worth it. I would definitely go back. Dinner food is made-to-order spicy. If you want spicy food, go here for dinner and skip the buffet. The buffet is not as spicy because 1) it's a buffet, Einstein, so it's for more people that just you, and most central pennsylvanians don't like spicy food, and 2) it costs $8, so they aren't going to have multiple pots out of varying spiciness. The outside is sort of dingy, and there were people just hanging out smoking cigarettes outside. But whatever, that's not the owner's fault. The inside decor feels like a family-run place, but the tables have table-cloths, cloth napkins, and the booths all had REAL roses in these beautiful metal vases. I'm a fan.
(5)Mohun K.
Lunch buffet for 3 on 6/3/13. Good selection of tasty Indian dishes; decent mix of veg v/s non veg.
(4)Hiral R.
Amazingly tasty food. There are indian restaurants with curries that taste almost the same and then there is Aangan. I absolutely love love their dishes. Not sure what I will add to the already existing good reviews. I had their vegetable tandoori and although I have a small appetitie, I finished all licking my fingers.. And I love the presentation of the fire on a tandoor dish. Love to eat here.
(5)Tom J.
Not bad, Passage is much better
(3)Allison A.
We really enjoyed the food. The lamb chops were amazingly tender, and whatever rub they used was fabulous. My friend had the goat-something or other, and it was equally tasty. Just the right level of spicy. And there is something very satisfyingly primal about sucking meat from bone. LOVEd the garlic naan and the little plate of appetizers (chef's choice). The only thing that really was difficult to deal with was the manager; he just was intrusive. In his efforts to be friendly, he overdid his welcome, sitting with us at the table and commandeering and dominating the conversation. The food was amazing, but I don't know that if we were in the area again, we would stop in.
(3)Michael J.
Fast friendly service. Great food, well worth a visit!
(5)Bob S.
Solid Indian place. They start you off with complementary papadum that is quite good and spicy. We had veggie samosa, baigan bartha, lamb vindaloo and mughli biryani. Also some naan and paratha. The samosa was tasty but the dough was a bit thick. The baigan bartha was quite good - the best of the three entrees. The biryani was okay; the vindaloo nothing special. The spicing level was correct per our order, and the breads were quite good. Service was reasonably good although the staff seems to hang out near the kitchen rather than move around.
(3)Samar A.
Great food and service! Would like to try their buffet next time.
(4)Charles V.
Always enjoy the food here whether it be lunch or dinner. Just had dinner again tonight and while we were disappointed that each bottle of wine we picked out was not available, we took that as a sign from someone that we should be taking it easy on a Tuesday haha. Naan appetizer, great to have come out with your curry so you can dip it. Had Lamb kabot masala (I believe)....asked for it to be spicy, and it was just the right amount...I can handle spicy so if you are worried make mention to the server that you need your food to be mildly spicy. Friend had Mango Chicken curry which she was surprised was still somewhat spicy. I've had their tandoori and Lamb Saag and plenty other dishes and I always leave happy. Nice little casual place and they don't mind larger parties as a friend had her 21st bday dinner here before. Always willing to come back to this yummy place and of course, if you look a little bit, there's usually some decent coupons online or in the paper.
(4)Leigh T.
For Harrisburg this is as good as you will get for Indian food. Passage to India is fancier, but does not blow this place away. I think the service is better here than Passage, and much better than Bombay Junction.
(4)Bob P.
Had a very unpleasant reception when we came with our service animal. Seemed to have no understanding of ADA law. We left.
(1)Austin M.
We've been here many many times over the years and the food is amazing! Friendly and helpful service. Finally got around to ordering take out the other night (always a chance for things to not be as good) and everything was exactly as it should be. Excellent place for a date as the decor is nice and the food always gives you something new to talk about. My favorites: Murg Dali Dali and a Mango Lassi to take the heat down a notch.
(4)Mayo B.
I was very disappointed with this Indian restaurant especially with the rave reviews. I went here for the lunch buffet and I was not impressed at all. Nothing tasted amazing or spicy and I could tell the quality was mediocre at best. The naan was the only thing good about the buffet. The decor needed updating as well. I do not recommend coming here if you want decent Indian food.
(2)Lina K.
Harrisburg has entirely too many buffet places and unfortunately, this is a good one that happens to be right on my way home from work. Sigh ... is there any chance that Indian food is non-fattening? Went here for the lunch buffet based on all the other reviews and I was not disappointed. My friend got there a few minutes before noon on a snowy day and called me to make sure it was open since there were no other cars in the parking lot. I was only 5 minutes away but by the time I got there ... he told me that lot had rapidly filled up. That's a good sign! I was happy to see that the chicken tikka masala was out and thought it was very good. I like the tikka masala and naan at Passage to India a little better but thought that the tandoori chicken and rice were better at Aangan. I was also psyched to see pickled mango on the buffet ... yum yum yum and sorely missed. There was a carrot pudding and a rice pudding on the dessert table which were also quite tasty and I was bummed that I didn't leave more room for dessert. Service was impeccable. All in all ... I really like Aangan and want to sample the ala carte.
(4)Tim B.
I went here while traveling through on vacation, and it was awesome. Just really solid food for only 12 bucks a plate.
(5)Doug Y.
I usually go here after church on Sunday. The place isn't very inviting on the outside, but don't let that stop you. Inside, the restaurant is well decorated and upscale. I would feel comfortable in jeans or a suit. The food is great and the buffet let's you try everything. This is good...especially since I don't eat Indian food very often. The buffet lets the whole family choose what they like best. My wife loves the naan bread!
(4)Jesse S.
I highly suggest their lunch buffet as it gives a nice taste of the diversity here. I enjoy the mixing of styles. The only thing i might knock Aangan for is they are a little expensive but with how good the food is, i feel it is worth it! I highly suggest the mango Lassi and chicken tikka masala.
(4)Erica H.
Delicious Indian food, especially if you like the heat. Although they do have options for those who don't. The people are very friendly and service is fast. Mixed drinks are only $5, which is also a plus. Great atmosphere and always worth the hour drive to get there.
(5)Noah F.
I love this place it's one of my favorites! Only problem is on V-day last year we reserved seats and our food took at least an hour and a half. They tried to make it up to us with a free desert but I have to say that was the longest I have ever waited (but to be fair I've been there 3 times and the first two times they had fast service). Fortunately for them we love their food and the waitstaff is great. Maybe I'm gullible an haven't had much Indian food. But this is a favorite.
(4)james G.
I am blessed, that we have one of the best Indian Resteraunts "Bayleaf" in Columbus Oh, and never get my expectations up to high. Food was amazing!! By far the best chicken tikki I ever had!! Pay no attention to the outside, inside is warm and freindly.
(5)Cara J.
We ordered the Aangan Tandoori Platter for 2 to try a bit of everything after reading that they were known for their tandoori oven. Overall, this was a disappointing dish - over-priced for the quantity and quality. The meats were well-spiced but the chicken breast chunks were all overcooked and chewy. The salad was (as to be expected in February in Pennsylvania) also disappointing with iceburg lettuce and sad tomatoes. The service was friendly with our water glasses being filled regularly. If I returned I would stay away from the over-priced dry meats. As I am from out-of-town, I find it highly unlikely that I would ever return on another visit to Harrisburg. This is just run-of-the-mill Indian food.
(2)Lina K.
I have been here twice. VERY GOOD! The outside of the building doesn't look great, but the inside is decent and the food is great and the service is good.
(5)Andrew B.
What an amazing place for authentic Indian cuisine. Grear decor and very friendly and inviting staff. We have gone for dinner twice now and I would highly recommend it! Staff was very helpful with descriptions and recommendations. All around great a lovely place very lovely.
(5)Tina Z.
Was here for dinner with 5 friends. For most it was our 1st time so we let our friend in the know order for us and we all shared family style Service is quick and so nice. We had: Chef's Assorted Platter $7.95 An assortment of vegetable fritters (very good), samosa, chicken tikka and sheekh kabab{lamb}. The breading on the fried veg and fritters is light and has hints of spice Lazeez Paneer $9.95 Home made cottages cheese cooked in rich onions tomatoes and creamy sauce. I would not have thought to order this and I'm so glad we did order it, everyone really liked it, ordered med heat and it was quite good Muradabadi Kabab $14.95 Tender pieces of lamb marinated in yogurt, herbs and spices. Grilled over a glowing charcoal fire (North India deVteacy). Lamb might have been a bit overcooked, the sauce they serve on the side was tasty Mango chicken , we ordered but I didn't try Navaratan Korma $9.95 Pure kinds of mixed vegetables cooked in mild creamy sauce. I think this is the nine veg dish we ordered, mild heat and very tasty also ordered a bread basket, gotta love the bread
(4)Joe R.
I must say that this was an extremely unsettling experience for my wife and I. We ordered two dishes, one of which contained a couple of days old ingredients (as vouched by the waiter after questioning). We then asked for another dish to replace that and got a horrible dish that contained a lot of sand. After a few munches and disapproval shaking of heads between us both, we paid for the meals and left the "muddy" dish as it is. The cook/servers may have tainted the dish after we rejected the first dish. Not only will we never go back, but we would never recommend this place even to our enemy. Imagine having sand in your food - your dental crown will get irreversibly damaged and you will probably lose your teeth a full ten years earlier than your genes may have decided.
(1)Jeannie B.
Really pretty good Indian food! Not as much variety as some other places around town, but solid quality. Decor is a bit odd; entryway seems like it was a really cool water feature for a Chinese place once but is now dry. Pricing was okay and portions were good. Not the best, but good!
(4)Jeff S.
12/11/2008, noon Lunch buffet was very good. Everything was hot and fresh, perhaps a little less spicy than I would like it, but good nevertheless. I really appreciated the little basket of naan they brought out. The tikka masala had white meat in it and was nowhere near as spicy as I like it, but it would be good for Harrisburgers as an introduction to Indian food. I think white meat gets too dried out in that sauce, especially when it has been sitting in a chafing dish. Nothing on the buffet was especially spicy. The gajar halwa (carrot porridge) was so good I had to go back for a 2nd dish. Great lunch at a decent price. No unpleasant side-effects this time.
(4)Holly R.
Overall average. But it was the best naan ever. Their idea of spicy is not spicy. Good service I would eat there again but not my first choice.
(3)Rob K.
I've been to this little gem a few times and have both good and bad experiences. The outside appearance is very shady...but don't be fooled! Despite being a block or two away from an "adult entertainment" joint, when you step inside it is very well decorated and clean. Well...they have a weird looking little waterfall thing going on in the front...with bluish rocks, but hey, maybe blue rocks just aren't my bag. Anyway.... The Good: Great food. Lunch buffet is cheap and the selection is good. Unlimited fresh nan doesn't hurt either! Dinner is also good, but not as cheap as the lunch buffet. A wide variety of different delicious foods, this place is definitely better than Passage to India. I've tried a lot of their curries, as well as some random dishes my friends ordered. There is one particular chickpea dish that is really great! The lamb vindaloo and chicken tiki masala are delicious of course. The wait staff is kind and attentive, eager to accommodate (I always end up going with a large party). My Indian buddies enjoy this place, which tells me that it's definitely a decent place for Indian food. I also love their mango lhassi, but then again I just love that drink. The Bad: I got sick once after eating there...but no one else in my large party did. So, it may have been them, or just me and whatever else I ate that day (supposedly a stomach virus was going around at the time). Anyway, I take away a star...in REVENGE!
(4)Patrick C.
I enjoy the buffet a few times a month. It is always very good and consistent. Friendly wait staff too!
(5)Anda C.
While I am very loyal to my hometown Indian place in SC we came here with friends and certainly were not disappointed. Everything was cooked & seasoned perfectly, the naan bread soft with crispy edges and the appetizer sampler platter had a great selection. I ordered an iced chai tea & while our server gave me a funny look, she served it and it too was tasty. Service was good, prices reasonable & if I lived here permanently this would definitely be my regular Indian place.
(5)Timmy C.
I've been on an Indian food kick lately and was pleased to see such positive reviews for a place close to my hotel. Luckily this place was on yelp because there is a zippy chance I would come here on a whim as this place looks like a dump from the outside. The inside is a different story. The decor is quite nice (although the walls are green) and the tablewear and linens were a nice touch. The service was only so-so as it took about seven minutes for my server to take my order. I decided on the Kambda Curry because I was in the mood for something saucy and this fit the description. It came out with rice and was as described. I somehow fought through the spiciness and ate it all while enjoying every bite. This dish is highly recommended by your boy. Other highlights of the meal include the flat bread they serve you before the meal. This comes with two sauces, a green sauce and a bbq type sauce. Both were delicious and before I knew it I had devoured all the bread (this never happens). Can't recommend this place enough. Its hot sauce.
(5)Mike I.
Typical menu. Great food. Lunch buffet is ok. Catering is great!!
(4)Dan R.
Great Indian / Nepalese Buffet restaurant. They are only open for lunch, then they close, then re-open for dinner. The lunch buffet is around 7 dollars per person, but you can also order from the menu a la carte. They have a wide selection of food, I especially liked the Goan Fish Curry. They have vegitarian and Halal items. Didnt know what it was at the time, but it was alright. I drove past Aangan a hundred times before I ever tried their food. They do have a parking lot, but it is often filled by patrons of the Bar next door. The staff is pretty friendly and has always been polite.
(4)Amy G.
Horrible location but great food. I think it's better than Passage to India. This looks like a dive bar from the outside, but inside you'll find a lovely little Indian restaurant. It's a little dingy on the inside, but they have tablecloths and nice tableware. The lunch buffet is very, very good. The only complaint is that they something run out of things before restocking - but then again I'd rather have people eating a lot than eating very little. The best word I have to describe the service is "gracious". You feel like you're dining at an upscale establishment. I have never needed to call my server over to request anything. I think they have the best breads and drinks of any Indian restaurant in the Central PA area. I also think their Korma dishes are the best I've ever had. Their lamb is also great. If you have a chance to sample the carrot dessert (the name of which I can't remember) be sure to try some. It tastes like exotic carrot cake even though it's more like a pudding. I think this is the most authentic Indian food in the area. Everything is very well spiced and seasoned. If you are brave, ask for the hot dishes to be "Indian hot" and you won't be disappointed. Even though belly dancing isn't Indian, you can sometimes find it at Aangan. However, the performer I saw there looked more like a blond stripper than a middle eastern or Indian dancer. And, not to be crass, with her undulating crotch at table height it wasn't the most appealing moment in my meal. However, the men at the table behind us seemed to be very happy. If you go in the evening, an Indian beer and some chicken vindaloo or something out of the tandoori oven makes for a tasty dinner long with some nan and something for dessert. I think it's a good place to take kids as long as they're well behaved. Skip the sodas for the kids and be sure to have them try the mango lassi or the non-alch Aangan punch.
(4)Stephanie F.
Love this place. I've been there for the lunch buffet and dinner on many occasions. It's always been excellent.
(5)Barbara V.
Very mediocre Indian. Skip the buffet completely. Also skip the chicken korma if your prone to ordering it. Decor needs updating, but friendly staff.
(2)Brian R.
Most certainly my favorite choice for Indian food. The buffet is incredible and the service has always been wonderful. It took me some time to get the nerve to try the place as it looks awful from the outside and doesn't seem to have any windows, but it is quite nice on the inside. Great spot.
(5)John H.
Favorite Indian in the area. Deceiving from the outside, but inside the table settings are very nice. Delicious curries! (if ya like spicy - order "spicy"), and importantly, the naan is excellent. Soups are yummy.
(5)Bob I.
Pretty good overall Indian restaurant. Their strength is their weekend buffet, where they have lots of selection at a great price. They also have the best iced tea in the entire universe. I haven't been able to replicate it on my own.
(4)Jared D.
Excellent food and great service...very fine place!
(5)William K.
We ate here for dinner. The restaurant was pleasant, decorated in traditional Indian decor. Although we made reservations for a Saturday evening they were not needed and we were not asked at the door. The service was good but was a little spotty at times. One problem we had was the servers spoke softly and we had a hard time hearing them. The food was wonderful. we especially liked Aloo Papri Chat an appetizer with chrispies, chickpeas, yogurt, diced potatoes and chutney. The Lamb Vindaloo, had good flavor and the heat was just right. With our dessert we had Madras Coffee, a strong Indian coffee served with milk. It came to our table in a small coffee/ tea pot, with enough for refills. We both enjoyed this very good coffee as served with no sweetener needed. We will go back again to try more on their menu.
(3)Martin W.
I met a friend for the lunch buffet today. I am not a big fan of buffets, don't like the idea that everyone in the resturant has access to the same food I am about to eat. The fewer people in the chain from kitchen to me the better. That being said, I enjoyed lunch today very much. The food is very tasty and well prepared. It seems they bring the food out in small portions so it comes out hot and often so nothing sits around for a long time. The naan bread was fresh and hot and had grilled flavor from the tandoor oven. The tandoor chicken pieces were a bit odd, meaning the way the chicken was cut for the portions and was a bit dry. All in all a good value at $7.99 for all you care to eat.
(3)Philip M.
I would rate the establishment a 4 star based on the quality of food but the service was quite lacking in many ways. Neither of the wait staff had any level of working english upon which to rely....nice enough people for sure just hard to communicate. I dined on a Tuesday eve and the place was all but empty yet the attention paid to us was limited-minus the water refills....always quick with the aqua. Regardless a tasty meal and no doubt worth a return trip as I am sure the service is not always at that level.
(4)Julie K.
I don't know too much about how authentic the food is here...but I love it. I've been to Passage to India--and though the atmosphere there is a little nicer--I prefer Aangan. It's been nearly a year since I've been there because my boyfriend and I prefer to go only on special occasions. We've only been there for dinner a few times--I've yet to try the buffet. The food tends to take awhile to come out, but it's always fresh and amazing. The only complaint I have about the place is that they take forever to bring out the check...
(5)Khalid S.
I've been in Harrisburg for 24 hours, and this was my first dining experience. A lot of Indian restaurants in the US are soooo much alike it's not even funny. This was definitely one of the better ones, the menu had tastefully mentioned various categories such as appetizer, seafood, grill etc. in Urdu/Hindi followed by translation in English. I thought that was cool. The food tasted good too. I would come back.
(4)Mia K.
Apparently it's customary for Indian Restaurants in Harrisburg to be closed from 230-5. You lose a star for that, because today I wanted Indian food! I ate at Aangan once before the craving today. It was a nice little place with great lamb. I went with an Indian guy and the servers were a little hesitant about asking me directly what I wanted. The food is good though, and it's not too expensive.
(3)Colleen S.
Finally tried their dinner menu and must say there saag was the nicest one I have ever had and word to the wise if you tell them that you want very spicy then you will be getting it VERY spicy :) Bread Basket was a variety of naan and highly recommend grabbing this to share with friends. This is will be my new and only Indian fix in Harrisburg.
(4)Fatty M.
The food is good, I can't argue with that. I'm a fan of the aloo (potatoes) chicken masala, and my vegetarian counterpart often gets the malai kofta. The naan is excellent, and there's a shrimp appetizer that is also very good. Service is polite, but very, very slow. You really have to beg them to bring the check, otherwise you'll sit there all night. But yes, this is generally regarded as the best Indian food in the area, and it's hard to argue. Give it a shot, don't be scared by the outside.
(4)Steve P.
Tasty Tandori chicken, and if you come on the right days you can watch the guy behind the glass make it when you order. Service is a tad lacking, but they sure do enjoy filling your water.
(4)Sheila B.
Great lunch buffet!
(4)LaDonna U.
We dine there regularly, eat in and take out about once a week. The food is really good. The atmosphere has potential to be great, but could be cleaner. Expect to wait... For everything. Ordering online was a bust. I always enjoy the people and the foods and appreciate the buffets to try new things. I recommend Kashmiri Dum Aloo and the spicy chili lamb dish.
(4)Tom J.
As a relative local who enjoys Indian food I'm so disappointed with Aangan. The food is actually very good when they manage to get your order correct...but the issue is with the service or lack there of.. I've been ordering food for take out for years and I'm now officially done with Aangan.... The past three times.. Yes folks three times they have managed to get my order wrong. The last time I actually opened the take Out bag which is always stapled closed when presented at the counter and removed all the containers to double check that everything was there.. ( twice before got home to discover a Chicken dish missing a previous time naan bread and rice Missing)...this time everything seemed to be accounted for & it was and even written on the lids with a black marker the contents.. So everything back in the bag and 30 minute drive home to enjoy... Unfortunately when I opened the container marked Chicken Jalfrezzi, it was some vegetable dish which I didn't order.. I am so miffed with this place that I will never food from here again.. I have given them so many chances and feel bad but if they can't get the order correct I'm done...
(1)Mark A.
First visit: Good food at decent prices. We had a small appetizer sampler (samosas were delicious, other fried items were bland), a mango chicken curry dish, Paneer Sagwala (spinach and cubed cheese), and Jalfrezi (mixed vegetables in curry). The entrees were mildly spiced (i.e. not too hot for newbies) and delicious, not too greasy, in reasonably-sized portions. Unfortunately, although everyone was very polite, the service was extremely slow to the point of being non-existent. This was a Tuesday night and they had a party going on in the back room, and while the place was about half full, there was really only one overworked waiter for the main dining room. Took 15 minutes just to be seen by the waiter, and I ordered tea 2 or 3 times which never came. They were apologetic, and I believe this was an anomaly, so I'll check back again soon to try other dishes from the extensive menu... just hoping the service will be better next time. But for good food that's reasonably priced, Aangan might beat the Passage to India restaurant near downtown Harrisburg... recommended, if you're not in a hurry.
(3)Kristina G.
I'm sad. The past few times we've been the service has been awful! Food is still wonderful but the service is slow....very slow. You have to chase down for drinks, for your check. And something seems fishy with their business. I don't know if they're new owners or what. The past few times I haven't gotten an actual bill I just go up front to pay. And then if I pay cash they can't give me a receipt. Um, what? So the next time I pay with a card. No receipt. What establishment can't give me a receipt? Or a bill? Very sad. Gonna look for another Indian place until hopefully they get their act together...
(2)Neel K.
Truly a diamond in the rough. The outside looks like a run down house, but don't let that scare you away. The inside decor is dated but ok. As far as the food, it is very good. We tried the veg app platter and came with a variety including fried cauliflower, 2 samosas, fried onions and potatoes. A very good variety. We also had the chile paneer which was awesome. For dinner we had chole, dal, and mattar paneer, all of the dishes were well made and had the perfect balance of spice. The bread basket is a great deal. For $10 you get a HUGE basket of a variety of breads all of which are good. Overall a very good indian option in the Harrisburg area. We will definitely be back next time we are in the area.
(4)Miriam W.
I believe this place has changed hands, and it went from being a truly special restaurant with interesting and different dishes to below average. I'm sad. On my last two visits the offerings were not what I'm used to getting here. All of the things that made this place special; the great veggie dishes and interesting Nepalese specials especially, are gone, except for the Himalayan chicken. And, while they still offer a Sunday night buffet, it's not the South Indian extravaganza it once was. Alas. I was told they do that on Sunday afternoons now. Also, the place is not clean. And they don't change the table cloths between customers. Yuck.
(2)Douglas W.
Absolutely won't be back. I've eaten here dozens of times. It went from one of the best to one of the worst Indian buffets. New owners and I guess a new chef has made this place really not appetizing. Inventive and interesting dishes have been replaced by poorly prepared standards. I didn't go up for a second helping of anything. It was all subpar at best. Sad.
(2)Blcksocks D.
One time I was invited to a friend's place for dinner. Unfortunately this was during his weight loss phase and I was served with whole grain pasta that probably was prepared with just a drop or two of oil (for the entire pan) with the most bland sauce known to mankind. The feeling of regret you have when you first put that into your mouth and realize the horrible mistake you have done, but then continue chewing it because you don't want to be rude to your host. Well, eating at Aangan was very close to the experience listed above. My first visit here was during the lunch buffet which was really mediocre. Based on the reviews here, I wanted to give it a second try and we went here during dinner. The fact that I jumped and said "No Thanks" when the waiter offered me a take-out container for my 90% leftover "lamb biryani", is a testament of how excited I was after dining here. Combine that with the 60+ year old women belly dancing around your tables and you feel like you won the jackpot. I do want to give it 2 stars, one for the great spirit these ladies were dancing with despite their age and the second for their gulab jamun.
(2)Rayna C.
I can not express how disappointed I am with this place. It's not the run down appearance or the odd looking interior, it's the people who work there. They've been having problems on and off since they opened with stealing people's credit card information, which is enough to turn me off a place that's been opened for a good amount of years now. The food is average at best, and it's pricey for what you do get. The servers aren't very friendly either, which normal doesn't bother me, but it seems like they just don't care. There are much better choices within the area. All in all, I would not be eating here again, it's just a disappointment.
(1)Sameer G.
I used to like this restaurant but the other i ordered Food & dessert for my office team. They delivered Ras malai for dessert and it was Bad. It was disgusting. It was not sweet, it was bitter. The milk was BAD. I don't know how these guys can deliver BAD food. 5 team members got food poisoning from that. I really want this restaurant to be shut down.
(1)Nicole M.
Gave this place a second try tonight. The first time the food was good but it was a 2 hr dinner due to the awfully slow service. We had a groupon for tonight's dinner, so we returned. We laughed as we got there at 5pm and commented that we probably wouldn't be leaving until at least 7pm. We were right. After getting seated at 5:05pm, it took another 20 minutes before we were even addressed. Long stares at the server finally brought him our way. We ordered tandoori chicken (a whole chicken in a clay oven, we figured it would take a few extra minutes) but didn't expect the wait to be an additional 45 minutes. We sat waiting for a box (after asking twice) and the check for another 20-25 minutes. The bill never came. The 'manager' informed me after I went up to the bar area that I am not able to use my groupon tonight. That they have a new rule that states you must spend a certain amount first, then they will let you use the amount you paid for it but not the amount it is for. So I paid $15 for the $30 voucher. I said ok, I'll use the $15. She said they do great service and they only get $5 per transaction. I understand what she was complaining about, but still she just waived me away. I would have been glad to pay the difference of the bill, but wasn't given the opportunity. I had to wait an additional 10 minutes until she had time to correct the bill. The slowness of the service and overall lack of care for their customers makes this place a BEWARE OF SERVICE.
(1)Amanda B.
We eat here at least 1-2 times a week for the lunch buffet. I was a very picky eater and never had Indian before someone convinced me to try Aangan. I am hooked. Delicious food, quality food, and there is plenty for those "picky eaters" or those who don't want to eat anything "strange" or "too spicy". Their food still tops all other Indian restaurants I have tried. Very nice staff/owners. Their soup is great, the "chicken with the red creamy sauce" is something nearly anyone could eat and would really enjoy! Not spicy and the chicken is delicious.
(5)Robert F.
So technically not a fair review. I drove to this place and the hours on their website were wrong and they were closed. So of to another indian place.
(1)Josh R.
We were in Harrisburg from Philadelphia for work. Two Nepali men recommended this place above the competitors, so we decided to check it out. The food was delicious, and the service was excellent. I wanted a dish that was authentically Nepali rather than Indian. The server directed me to the Kathmandu chicken. The meat was juicy, and the spices were rich. My colleague got the chicken tikka masala, which was also delicious. We were surprised at how much naan came with the bread basket, as usually places like this charge a lot of money for bread. When the servers noticed that we were genuinely interested in authentic Nepali cuisine, they brought us two tiny plates, each of which had a unique Nepali spice masala. One was a homemade chaat masala, the other was a unique blend that featured aged cinnamon. When sprinkled on the Kathmandu chicken, the dish was enhanced. It also went well on the salad. After paying the bill, they ended up giving us extra salad with these masalas sprinkled on them, to take home free of charge. It was some of the warmest treatment I had ever received at a restaurant. To top it all off, I left my ID card there, and I had already come back to Philadelphia by the time I realized that it was gone. Aangan kept it in a safe place, and when I called and they confirmed that they had it, they shipped it via FedEx almost immediately. In a previous trip to Harrisburg, I also came here for the lunch buffet. I was just as satisfied then as I was last week. This is a top-notch restaurant.
(5)Sourit D.
Credit card information is compromised. Try using cash here. The people from the restaurant and probably management is not trust worthy and are scam artist. The service is horrible I saw people leave the restaurant as they were not attended to to even give a glass of water. I told the person at the counter and he didnt seem bothered and was rude. The people are dumb and thieves running the place. However the food is good. But these guys are running a scam and I am not going back to this place.
(2)Samiam H.
I like this place. Service is a bit disorganized and it took a while to get to the person you order drinks and food, but then It went OK. One of the few places that serve goat although be prepared it is chewy and usally on th bone. Prices are good value.
(4)Jennifer C.
This review is strictly for the lunch buffet. The atmosphere was nice, but the food was terribly disappointing. I'm a huge fan of Indian so I've had my fair share. The food didn't taste very fresh at all, and they didn't bother to fill the dishes. After digging around one dish, I realized the chicken tikka masala had absolutely no chicken. The biggest disappointment was the spice level. I don't expect a lunch buffet to be mouth-burning hot, but I should be more flavorful than some veggies in a salted tomato and cream sauce. If you appreciate Indian food for it's variety of spices, don't bother trying the buffet.
(2)Gary K.
Wow! I am impressed. Authentic Indian food out in Harrisburg! I came without great expectations because being from Singapore, and traveled to India many times, I'm a little spoilt for great Indian food. There are also excellent Indian restaurants in Seattle and Bellevue I frequent. However, I missed home, and missed my Sunday Indian lunch buffet with my family, so when this came up on Yelp, I gave it a try. Everything was excellent - and authentic. 5 Stars!!
(5)Saiprasad G.
I have went again to the aangan with my cousins they have also enjoyed the food and the way they serve
(5)A P.
Save your self a hassle and don't even bother to go. We waited over an hour and the owner wound not even look at us. He was too busy scheming people who place order over the phone. Almost half of restaurant left after no response on giving water or even bother look and acknowledge.
(1)Thùy Vân P.
I'm giving this place 5 stars because of the value of their lunch buffet. I'm not too familiar with Indian cuisine so I can't vouch for the authenticity of the food. However, I've had Indian food many times before and this is up there with the best homemade stuff. The Naan is delicious. All my kids love to dip the Naan with the various curry. We've tried many Indian restaurants and we have cravings for this place. Give the lunch buffet a try, it's not any more expensive than McDonald's.
(5)Yelpe R.
Tried this place twice: too fried, too bland.
(2)Michael P.
I saw one of the dishwasher drop silverware on the floor, and then throw it back with the clean ones. He then wiped his nose with a cloth and used it to wipe off the clean dishes. Very disgusting, and I will not be returning.
(1)Danno Z.
DO NOT PAY ONLINE WITH CREDIT CARD. Our card was compromised in less than 24 hrs. That's not to mention that they tried to charge me again when I picked up our order. They also shorted us the rice that they normally include with the entrees. Otherwise the food quality is pretty hit or miss. When the kitchen is on the top of their game it is exquisite. Don't expect that all the time. Dine-in experience also varies. Not all of the wait staff speak English well. There also tends to be random people in and out of a back room. It doesn't seem to impact food or service but happens enough to make you wonder what is going on back there. I find it to always be a conversation starter at our table.
(1)Megan L.
I love them. I'm in Harrisburg a couple of times a month, and have tried some of the local Indian restaurants with mixed results. Some pretty good and some just ok. Aangan is my keeper. Excellent food--no, not the most amazing in India as other reviewers might point out, but honestly, this is Harrisburg, and as such, the food is excellent. Prompt and genuinely pleasant service. Naan that the kids love. Perfectly perfect Sunday buffet for the family; great lunch or dinner anytime, great vibe, fast service. Sweet Nepalese family run business.
(5)A G.
I've been coming here for 14 years, my husband for 11. When it was time to choose a place to have his retirement party, this was the first and only place I considered. Unfortunately, ownership/management has changed many, many times during this period, and it is not the same place it was when we first started coming. The quality has been very up & down, but the last couple of times we'd come, the food had been very good. I called to get some details and spoke to someone who was upfront about the fact that she was new, had just start this month, and had never done a party before. But in that case, you should get your facts together before passing them on to the customer. She kept having to ask 'Sir' for answers to my questions, and telling me things that I knew were wrong. But I was willing to give her a chance as she was very eager. I told her I was expecting 40-50 people, was told about the party room, asked for a price quote, etc. She quoted me the price for the lunch buffet and said that there would be a discount, but wouldn't commit to an amount. I asked if there were any other costs or set-up fees, and she insisted that no, there were no other charges, just the buffets. I asked what the lunch menu consisted of, as I'd only been at dinner time, but she wasn't able to tell me. I called again a couple of days later to confirm the information before sending out my invitations. This time, she quoted me a price that was $2pp higher than what she'd told me the previous time. I asked her why, and she said that she was new, didn't know these things yet, had given me the weekday price instead of the weekend price. I was not thrilled at the change in info, but she did say that they would give a 5% discount since I had such a large group. This was less than I was expecting given the size of the group and my previous experiences with this restaurant. I asked again about any other charges, and again, she said no, no, no, that's it, and we're giving you the group discount. We were going to be in the party room, away from the other guests, and she wanted me to come by ahead of time to give any input I had on set-up, etc. If I wanted anything special put up, I could bring it. There would be a set-up for people to give speeches. I asked about the menu again, and 'Sir' was able to tell her some staples. I went ahead and sent out my invitations. I called 5 days later to confirm that we were set to go, as the event was only 6 days away. She said yes, we were set for the party room. And 'Remember, I told you there is a $170 charge for the room?' This was a blatant lie. She knew full well that she had not told me that. I informed her that I had taken notes during each of our conversations, and that she had told me both times that there was no charge. Over the course of the conversation, she jumped back and forth between 1) there was a misunderstanding; 2) I'm new and I didn't know; and 3) I just found out myself yesterday. If she just found out, then how could she have told me? And now that I had already invited people, how could she change the terms of our agreement? I find this to be terribly unprofessional. Then she said 'Do you remember the price?' I informed her that yes, I remember the price, but that she had changed the price between our first and second conversations, so I wanted to hear from her the per person price. She quoted me a price even $1pp higher than last time! I had to fight with her to get down to the price that we'd agreed on last conversation. She finally acknowledged that she was wrongly quoting the dinner price, but we are coming for lunch, which is cheaper. At this point, I was very frustrated. If the invitations weren't already out and if I didn't already have 30+ yes RSVPs, I would certainly have cancelled. I told her I understood she was new, but that I'd like to speak to her boss instead to make sure there would be no more surprises. She wouldn't let me, saying she would make sure everything was great, would take personal responsibility, blah, blah. I told her it was wrong to change the prices, that they should honor what they had told me the previous time we'd talked. She wouldn't give in. I told her to forget the party room. I'm not going to be taken advantage of like that. This conversation is all taking place with 'Sir' in the background answering her questions from me. She then proceeded to try to butter me up, telling me that she & her husband were new owners, telling me about her past, etc. That's all fine and dandy, but this was supposed to be a professional transaction that was taking place between us, and the personal attempts did not make up for the utter lack of professionalism. Bottom line: I would not book an event here. They are disorganized, and do not honor their word. I feel like they waited til I was stuck to change terms on me, which is unethical business practice. We'll see how the party goes and then I'll update.
(1)Brian S.
Well, I must say, I had some trepidations given some of the reviews, but wanted to see for myself. Overall, very pleased. FOOD: I got the "ONION BHAJIA - mildly spiced choped onion dipped in an authentic indian batter." - It was delicious! fried very crispy. Tasted like a very oniony potato cake with a hint of indian spices. And for $4 you got a very nice portion. For entree I got the "CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA - chicken cooked in a rich onions, tomatoes and creamy gravy flavor with a aromatic spices. " and my wife got the "NAWABI CHICKEN TIKKA - An authentic nawabi dish consisting of boneless pieces of chicken marinated with special nawabi spices and cooked over a glowing charcoal fire. " Both were very good. Very similar dishes really - the Nawabi chicken came with a side of the same 'gravy' that is in the Chicken Tikka Masala. The main differences of these two dishes are 1) Nawabi has gravy on side, 2) Nawabi comes with grilled onions and peppers, 3) Nawabi chicken is lit on fire table side, 4) Nawabi comes with MORE chicken for only a $1 more (but you do get less gravy. We got the garlic naan which was also good. The only really bad part of the meal was my diet coke. Very small glass (tall but skinny) and was weak (high carbonation, low syrup). SERVICE: Service was great - not sure about the bad reviews on service here (maybe they changed), but everyone was very attentive and pleasant. We will definitely go back again.
(4)Leen W.
Most Recent Visit Review -Downgraded the ratings from 5 star to 1 star. Management has changed, Service is terrible and slow, guy who manages the place is also the waiter, busboy, server and part chef. The lady, who happens to be his wife, is downright rude and obnoxious. They do not accept Groupon Coupon anymore unless one visits on weekdays, the bill is over $40 of which is nothing mentioned in the original groupon policy. Highly recommend not to go until the new management takes over or the old management comes back. It's a clown show in there. Also a friend saw fraud charges on Credit Card as he ordered food online. Do not give the CC ... or simply don't do business with them until things straighten out. Not worth. Old Review - Awesome Food!! Unbelievable Tandoor (from the Oven) dishes. Excellent Quantity. I visited it thrice - twice in Nov 2013 and so impressed with their quality and quantity and service ordered from them for our 31st Dec party. I truly agree their 4 star rating is fully justified.
(1)Yesmin F.
My husband introduced me to this Indian restaurant. We often go there and love their chicken tikka masala, chicken sag, kabob, rice and naan. As some other people mentioned that the food was not spicy and blend, you just have to let them know that you want extra spicy and you will get the flavor right. We also tried their buffet. Their buffet is awesome as well, since they have so many varieties items you can choose from. Price is pretty reasonable. One of the best indian restaurant in the town!
(5)Tim C.
I have only ordered take away from them but it has always been a great experience. It is packaged well and always ready for pickup whenever they have said it would be. I am typically very picky about my naan, especially garlic, and I have always walked away with zero complaints. I typically order a different dish everytime so I cannot recommend a specific one but I can say I have never been unhappy with any of my choices.
(4)J R.
very nice place, decor etc. do not be fooled by the outside. The food was really good and they do a good job at altering the spiciness. If it is your b-day you buy one entree, the 2nd one is free (the free one is the less expensive entree) for dine in which is nice. everything was very good, the bread, rice, tandori chicken and all of the other chicken entree's we had when there were very good. Good service as well. OH, the best samosas around!! 6/15 sadly this place went down hill fast as far as service goes. the last 4 or 5 times we were there the service was horrible. takes forever for them to take order, bring out food,bring your your check, take your payment, bring back your credit card etc. its takes over two hours to get in and out of there and thats when its NOT busy. the last time we went was the last straw. people came in after us, ordered 20 minutes after us and got their food and were done eating and we still did not get our food. .it was almost an hour,50 minutes from when we put our order in and never got our food. we left. they said its almost ready... too late. after almost an hour and seeing people done eating before we got our food when we got there way before them, no thanks. shame cuz the food is good but will have to find another place.
(2)KA K.
DO NOT ORDER ONLINE!!! FRAUDULENT ACTIVITY MAY RESULT!!! Within 30 minutes of using what appeared to be a secure online ordering site, my debit card information was used to purchase $260 worth of something from an online vendor headquartered in India. When I called the restaurant to report the incident, I was told that this had happened before and that next time I should pay with cash. Next time?!? I don't think so.
(1)Ed R.
Great place. Wish I'd gone there sooner. Good description online. They are a little difficult to understand on the phone so communication could be better but that alone shouldn't detract from the great taste.
(5)Jun... A.
I've been there a couple of times and I think its probably the "best indian food" restaurant in the harrisburg area. Quality of food: 4* for the harrisburg area Service: 3* Price: Its pricier compared to the other indian places but they do have a bar and this is relatively cleaner compared to the other indian restaurants in the harrisburg area.
(4)Jeffrey S.
We enjoyed one of the Sunday buffets and it was great. The service was also great; we were attended to by either an owner or manager who was excellent. The funny part was that our sons, aged 9 and 6, initially refused to eat anything, until they tried a small piece. After that, they could not get enough and we are planning out next trip there when we are in the Harrisburg area again.
(4)Caitlin M.
If you're looking for a great local Indian restaurant this is the place to go. Although it may have the appearance of a hole in the wall (usually the best food places to go), this place had amazing food. The only disappointment I have with Aangan is that when ordering the waitress asked if we want medium or spicy. In a group of four, all asked for medium. At most Indian restaurants, this means they will actually give you mild (knowing that you can't really take the heat of the spices). However- they had to have given us spicy because all four of us with tons of experience with curry and Indian struggled through our meal. My suggestion is to order mild if you can not take the heat of all the spices.
(3)Sara N.
I'm partial to northern Indian and Punjabi cuisine, only because I never had southern Indian and Nepalese food, but if the dishes here are any real indication of the latter, it's much less flavorful and spicy than their northern counterparts. From the vegetable korma to the chicken chana, most of the dishes were very mild, if not bland. I often try the chicken tikka masala and naan as a barometer of Indian authenticity, and this place failed to pass the test. The pieces of chicken were dry and the masala was almost tasteless. However, the fresh, warm naan was a surprising delight--thin and soft with a sweet flavor. In a town populated by corporate food chains, any Indian food is better than no Indian food.
(3)Raj T.
We were 4 adults and 4 kids. We went for dinner. As it was late, they said it will take more time if we give separate order and suggested for buffet. But, all the buffet items were over. They said they would refill with freshly cooked items. We ended up with 1 item, naan and daal. Literally, we managed with leftover food. Even Struggled to get plates and spoons. When we got our check. They had charged for full buffet amount 11.99 for each person. When they are not providing proper fresh - all buffet items, how can they charge full price ?. It's Not worth for the money. The waitress really provided very good service. That is the plus point.
(1)sarita d.
This is a little jewel of a restaurant in an unremarkable location. The lunchtime buffet I experienced had a large variety of dishes. All authentic flavours and presented nicely in copper braziers. Lunch buffet included a small basket of naan, although other breads and papads were not included. There are not a huge number of tables, but all were covered in cloth and the waiters were attentive to refilling water glasses, etc. Probably the offerings vary every day. I was delighted to find a lovely rich stew with goat meat. The pickles and chutneys were good. The raita could have been a bit thicker. Also ordered a pick-up meal for evening, which was called into the restaurant in advance. The extra wait to take out was balanced by the quality of the food -- this is not a "fast food" place, but to have a home-cooked authentic meal of India is so unexpected for Harrisburg! i love sunday dinner buffet.
(5)Matt N.
The experience was incrediblly satisfying in every way. The food was delicious, the service was great and we got to sit in the corner which was nice since it allowed us a feeling of privacy while we ate. I really loved the Naan and the tandoori chicken the sauces and everything really filled me up probably because the rice was well cooked and we enjoyed an appetizer together. I still had to take some food to go because we ate the bread which filled me up. I want to come back to try the nepalese options, but I am sure that won't be very long since the food I tried was so enjoyable.
(5)John B.
The ambience of this place is dated but the food is really tasty. The tomato soup is a must try!! Also the folks waiting on the customers are not the most courteous but the yummy food more than makes up for it.. Can easily be a 5 star place with some upkeep.
(4)Jen H.
There is love in the food here. You know how, when you go to someone's house for dinner, and the cook of the family loves cooking for them and they are all happy and a loving family? Then, you have the food and it is sooooo good? That's what eating at Aangan feels like. Things that stood out from the Sunday buffet menu (I found the names on their website): ALOO JEERA METHI -- this was like home-fries but with cumin and fenugreek seeds sauteed with them. It was rich and flavorful, and totally surprised me with how tasty it was. GAJAR KA HALWA--Carrot pudding-- this was like eating a pumpkin pie, but without all the custardy creamy stuff. So good. It was sprinkled with dried coconut and raisins. I live in Philadelphia. I have not had indian food as good as this, or for as inexpensively, there. Only indian food that I had in London tops this place.
(5)Rocio R.
We enjoyed having dinner here with a friend. All our dishes looked and tasted good. Looking forward to trying something else next time.
(4)Pre S.
Was it me or just the crazy weather, I have no idea.. But, as I worked on filling my baby's formula into the dispenser, the drizzle turned to the heaviest downpour ! Why do I have to say that on a restaurant review ? Well, to make you understand how courteous the attendants were looking at a shivering me.. Customer service full marks ! They asked me to please sit and wether I need a towel ! Sweet indeed !! The main hall was all set for a party and they led us to a smaller one where another party had been just held i suppose ( the decor was still dangling ) We were offered the buffet. This room was rather dingy and looked more like a dormitory.. That's the reason I couldn't go beyond the FOUR stars .. Coming to food.. Simply Good !! Naans were excellent and so was the malai kofta.. Loved the tandoori chicken and yes that includes my 4 year old and 10 month old. Paneer / chicken makhani was no biggie. Tomato soup wasn't thick enough but super satisfied my cold and shivering palate. The spiciness is what my tongue fell in love with. Chicken curry was lovely too. After a tiring day at Crayola experience, Aangan welcomed us home !!
(4)Jeff K.
I've had lunch and dinner at Aangan many times over the years. The food is tasty and the lunch buffet is a great value. They also offer an excellent weekend buffet, with a larger spread than is available during the work week. I do feel, however, that the Monday-through-Friday buffet has become too predictable. The last several times I've been there the meat selections have been tandoori chicken, Himalayan chicken and chicken tikka masala. The vegetarian dishes on the buffet also tend to be the same ones. When Aangan first opened, there was more variety and dishes were rotated often. I'd also like to see at least one goat or lamb dish on the buffet, rather than always all chicken. I'd gladly pay an extra dollar for that. A word to the uninitiated: The lunch buffet is served until 2:30, at which time they start removing all the food (whether you're done eating or not), so it is best to get there at least 45 minutes to an hour before. Also, when I was there earlier this week, the owners left at 2:30 and the one remaining server was not authorized to use the credit card machine. She wanted me to write my credit card number on a piece of paper for processing when the owners got back. I was unwilling to do that, so I wound up having to pay cash. They need to address this issue.
(4)Kelly C.
My favourite Indian outside Boston. The lunch buffet is fabulous. Come hungry. Awesome stuff. There is an expansive take-away option but don't be that enlightened American who orders hot....go mild.....
(5)Sarthak S.
I am new to the harrisburg area. I am extremely disappointed by the Indian food available in this area. Being an Indian myself, i think i would rather make food at home than ever go and eat at aangan. first they messed up and gave away our food to somebody else. the food they served us later was worse than really bad food in india. the tomato soup they served was straight out of a carton. the chicken from the tandoor tasted rubbery. instead of asking anybody to avoid this place, i would suggest traveling down to New York City and getting some authentic indian food.
(2)Aadharsh R.
Harrisburg,PA is not one of the towns you go looking for an Indian restaurant in normally. But for Yelp, I would not have even found this place. So a tip of the hat to you yelpers! Generally, I try and avoid fare that is passed off as Indian/Nepali, Indian/Tibetan etc., I like Nepalese and Tibetan food too, but combining these cuisines as though they are interchangeable is not truly representative of the unique spice palettes that each of these cuisines use. Unfortunately when restaurants themselves do it to cater to a wider population (I am really hard-pressed to see if there are any Nepalis in Harrisburg, let alone anyone from the sub-continent!), they end up compromising on one core value, authenticity. Enough philosophizing, on to the food now... I had the lunch buffet. The spread was pretty impressive. The sweet corn soup was very good and the Carrot halwa (the dessert) was pretty remarkable too but unfortunately everything in between was just that - in between. Neither good nor bad. The channa masala, the saag, the basmati rice, the potato curry, the paneer dish were all let downs. Went here expecting it to be stand out but it did not turn out to be quite that.
(3)Tyler J.
Came in with my girlfriend for dinner. Food was just alright to be nice. Service was horrible. The staff was not rude, but nowhere near attentive. We waited for 30 minutes after finishing our meals before getting an opportunity to ask for our check and to-go containers. The price was fair. The waitress seemed to ignore requests, however the language barrier may be to blame. Bottom line is we won't be back. To make things worse, my girlfriend rolled her ankle and fell in the parking lot thanks to a pot whole in the middle of the walking path to our car!
(1)Juliet S.
This is the best Indian restaurant in central pa and possibly the best restaurant in central pa. The food is amazing, spicy, full of flavor and never disappoints. It rivals and probably beats the best Indian restaurants in NYC (where we are from). The ambience is dated (but who cares, I come for the food). Not in the best location (looks sketchy at night) but we try to make it out here (not super close to where we live) when we want good food. Make sure you get the garlic naan. Have tried the buffet and it's good too but usually we do a la cart (because the times are limited).
(5)Matthew L.
Buffet is good as is all of the takeout that I have ordered. I've been here for both lunch and dinner. Chicken Tikki Masala and Kombdi Curry are my two fav's. Can't go wrong. The fried vege balls and the item with Chickpeas and yellow sauce were also good (per my girlfriend). Be mindful of the spiciness if you're not into spicy stuff. If you're into spicy stuff, and you request super hot, they can exceed your expectations. Naan is also delicius here, as are the chips and sauce they give you when dining in. This place is a nice place, and some people come here for a nice dinner, but casual dress is accepted without question.
(5)Sam R.
Great food, not a pleasant experience for dine in, as the place is not well lit and ventilated. Food Definitely tastes better than passage to India, food tastes authentic Indian.
(4)David C.
I've been here twice, once for the lunch buffet and once for the dinner service. Lunch buffet: you get more than what you pay for. The lunch buffet costs $8. That's cheap. There's a good variety of food with plenty of naan. The food is good, and for $8, it's a great deal. The only problem with it is that it's a buffet. That means that the food is made for the masses, so it's less spicy. It also means that the fat guy in front of you took all the chicken out of the chicken tikka masala, so you're eating basmati rice with just the sauce. But guess what? It costs you $8, which is nothing, and if you wait 15 minutes the fat guy will be gone and there will be more chicken out. The reviewers on here criticizing the buffet for not being spicy enough need to figure out that you get what you pay for, and that you can't get made-to-order food from an $8 buffet. Dinner service: fresh, great service, made-to-order I got here at 5pm, right when they opened for dinner. Ordered at 510. Got my food at 520ish. It was delicious, and tasted fresh. Service is great - my water was never empty, and a woman made regular rounds to make sure we were getting all the bread we wanted. The servers are helpful and non-intrusive. We had the chicken saagwala for $12, and a lamb curry dish (I forget what exactly) for $14. It was worth it. I would definitely go back. Dinner food is made-to-order spicy. If you want spicy food, go here for dinner and skip the buffet. The buffet is not as spicy because 1) it's a buffet, Einstein, so it's for more people that just you, and most central pennsylvanians don't like spicy food, and 2) it costs $8, so they aren't going to have multiple pots out of varying spiciness. The outside is sort of dingy, and there were people just hanging out smoking cigarettes outside. But whatever, that's not the owner's fault. The inside decor feels like a family-run place, but the tables have table-cloths, cloth napkins, and the booths all had REAL roses in these beautiful metal vases. I'm a fan.
(5)Mohun K.
Lunch buffet for 3 on 6/3/13. Good selection of tasty Indian dishes; decent mix of veg v/s non veg.
(4)Hiral R.
Amazingly tasty food. There are indian restaurants with curries that taste almost the same and then there is Aangan. I absolutely love love their dishes. Not sure what I will add to the already existing good reviews. I had their vegetable tandoori and although I have a small appetitie, I finished all licking my fingers.. And I love the presentation of the fire on a tandoor dish. Love to eat here.
(5)Tom J.
Not bad, Passage is much better
(3)Austin M.
We've been here many many times over the years and the food is amazing! Friendly and helpful service. Finally got around to ordering take out the other night (always a chance for things to not be as good) and everything was exactly as it should be. Excellent place for a date as the decor is nice and the food always gives you something new to talk about. My favorites: Murg Dali Dali and a Mango Lassi to take the heat down a notch.
(4)Allison A.
We really enjoyed the food. The lamb chops were amazingly tender, and whatever rub they used was fabulous. My friend had the goat-something or other, and it was equally tasty. Just the right level of spicy. And there is something very satisfyingly primal about sucking meat from bone. LOVEd the garlic naan and the little plate of appetizers (chef's choice). The only thing that really was difficult to deal with was the manager; he just was intrusive. In his efforts to be friendly, he overdid his welcome, sitting with us at the table and commandeering and dominating the conversation. The food was amazing, but I don't know that if we were in the area again, we would stop in.
(3)Michael J.
Fast friendly service. Great food, well worth a visit!
(5)Bob S.
Solid Indian place. They start you off with complementary papadum that is quite good and spicy. We had veggie samosa, baigan bartha, lamb vindaloo and mughli biryani. Also some naan and paratha. The samosa was tasty but the dough was a bit thick. The baigan bartha was quite good - the best of the three entrees. The biryani was okay; the vindaloo nothing special. The spicing level was correct per our order, and the breads were quite good. Service was reasonably good although the staff seems to hang out near the kitchen rather than move around.
(3)Samar A.
Great food and service! Would like to try their buffet next time.
(4)Charles V.
Always enjoy the food here whether it be lunch or dinner. Just had dinner again tonight and while we were disappointed that each bottle of wine we picked out was not available, we took that as a sign from someone that we should be taking it easy on a Tuesday haha. Naan appetizer, great to have come out with your curry so you can dip it. Had Lamb kabot masala (I believe)....asked for it to be spicy, and it was just the right amount...I can handle spicy so if you are worried make mention to the server that you need your food to be mildly spicy. Friend had Mango Chicken curry which she was surprised was still somewhat spicy. I've had their tandoori and Lamb Saag and plenty other dishes and I always leave happy. Nice little casual place and they don't mind larger parties as a friend had her 21st bday dinner here before. Always willing to come back to this yummy place and of course, if you look a little bit, there's usually some decent coupons online or in the paper.
(4)Leigh T.
For Harrisburg this is as good as you will get for Indian food. Passage to India is fancier, but does not blow this place away. I think the service is better here than Passage, and much better than Bombay Junction.
(4)Bob P.
Had a very unpleasant reception when we came with our service animal. Seemed to have no understanding of ADA law. We left.
(1)Mayo B.
I was very disappointed with this Indian restaurant especially with the rave reviews. I went here for the lunch buffet and I was not impressed at all. Nothing tasted amazing or spicy and I could tell the quality was mediocre at best. The naan was the only thing good about the buffet. The decor needed updating as well. I do not recommend coming here if you want decent Indian food.
(2)Lina K.
Harrisburg has entirely too many buffet places and unfortunately, this is a good one that happens to be right on my way home from work. Sigh ... is there any chance that Indian food is non-fattening? Went here for the lunch buffet based on all the other reviews and I was not disappointed. My friend got there a few minutes before noon on a snowy day and called me to make sure it was open since there were no other cars in the parking lot. I was only 5 minutes away but by the time I got there ... he told me that lot had rapidly filled up. That's a good sign! I was happy to see that the chicken tikka masala was out and thought it was very good. I like the tikka masala and naan at Passage to India a little better but thought that the tandoori chicken and rice were better at Aangan. I was also psyched to see pickled mango on the buffet ... yum yum yum and sorely missed. There was a carrot pudding and a rice pudding on the dessert table which were also quite tasty and I was bummed that I didn't leave more room for dessert. Service was impeccable. All in all ... I really like Aangan and want to sample the ala carte.
(4)Tim B.
I went here while traveling through on vacation, and it was awesome. Just really solid food for only 12 bucks a plate.
(5)Doug Y.
I usually go here after church on Sunday. The place isn't very inviting on the outside, but don't let that stop you. Inside, the restaurant is well decorated and upscale. I would feel comfortable in jeans or a suit. The food is great and the buffet let's you try everything. This is good...especially since I don't eat Indian food very often. The buffet lets the whole family choose what they like best. My wife loves the naan bread!
(4)Jesse S.
I highly suggest their lunch buffet as it gives a nice taste of the diversity here. I enjoy the mixing of styles. The only thing i might knock Aangan for is they are a little expensive but with how good the food is, i feel it is worth it! I highly suggest the mango Lassi and chicken tikka masala.
(4)Erica H.
Delicious Indian food, especially if you like the heat. Although they do have options for those who don't. The people are very friendly and service is fast. Mixed drinks are only $5, which is also a plus. Great atmosphere and always worth the hour drive to get there.
(5)Noah F.
I love this place it's one of my favorites! Only problem is on V-day last year we reserved seats and our food took at least an hour and a half. They tried to make it up to us with a free desert but I have to say that was the longest I have ever waited (but to be fair I've been there 3 times and the first two times they had fast service). Fortunately for them we love their food and the waitstaff is great. Maybe I'm gullible an haven't had much Indian food. But this is a favorite.
(4)james G.
I am blessed, that we have one of the best Indian Resteraunts "Bayleaf" in Columbus Oh, and never get my expectations up to high. Food was amazing!! By far the best chicken tikki I ever had!! Pay no attention to the outside, inside is warm and freindly.
(5)Cara J.
We ordered the Aangan Tandoori Platter for 2 to try a bit of everything after reading that they were known for their tandoori oven. Overall, this was a disappointing dish - over-priced for the quantity and quality. The meats were well-spiced but the chicken breast chunks were all overcooked and chewy. The salad was (as to be expected in February in Pennsylvania) also disappointing with iceburg lettuce and sad tomatoes. The service was friendly with our water glasses being filled regularly. If I returned I would stay away from the over-priced dry meats. As I am from out-of-town, I find it highly unlikely that I would ever return on another visit to Harrisburg. This is just run-of-the-mill Indian food.
(2)Lina K.
I have been here twice. VERY GOOD! The outside of the building doesn't look great, but the inside is decent and the food is great and the service is good.
(5)Tina Z.
Was here for dinner with 5 friends. For most it was our 1st time so we let our friend in the know order for us and we all shared family style Service is quick and so nice. We had: Chef's Assorted Platter $7.95 An assortment of vegetable fritters (very good), samosa, chicken tikka and sheekh kabab{lamb}. The breading on the fried veg and fritters is light and has hints of spice Lazeez Paneer $9.95 Home made cottages cheese cooked in rich onions tomatoes and creamy sauce. I would not have thought to order this and I'm so glad we did order it, everyone really liked it, ordered med heat and it was quite good Muradabadi Kabab $14.95 Tender pieces of lamb marinated in yogurt, herbs and spices. Grilled over a glowing charcoal fire (North India deVteacy). Lamb might have been a bit overcooked, the sauce they serve on the side was tasty Mango chicken , we ordered but I didn't try Navaratan Korma $9.95 Pure kinds of mixed vegetables cooked in mild creamy sauce. I think this is the nine veg dish we ordered, mild heat and very tasty also ordered a bread basket, gotta love the bread
(4)Joe R.
I must say that this was an extremely unsettling experience for my wife and I. We ordered two dishes, one of which contained a couple of days old ingredients (as vouched by the waiter after questioning). We then asked for another dish to replace that and got a horrible dish that contained a lot of sand. After a few munches and disapproval shaking of heads between us both, we paid for the meals and left the "muddy" dish as it is. The cook/servers may have tainted the dish after we rejected the first dish. Not only will we never go back, but we would never recommend this place even to our enemy. Imagine having sand in your food - your dental crown will get irreversibly damaged and you will probably lose your teeth a full ten years earlier than your genes may have decided.
(1)Jeannie B.
Really pretty good Indian food! Not as much variety as some other places around town, but solid quality. Decor is a bit odd; entryway seems like it was a really cool water feature for a Chinese place once but is now dry. Pricing was okay and portions were good. Not the best, but good!
(4)Jeff S.
12/11/2008, noon Lunch buffet was very good. Everything was hot and fresh, perhaps a little less spicy than I would like it, but good nevertheless. I really appreciated the little basket of naan they brought out. The tikka masala had white meat in it and was nowhere near as spicy as I like it, but it would be good for Harrisburgers as an introduction to Indian food. I think white meat gets too dried out in that sauce, especially when it has been sitting in a chafing dish. Nothing on the buffet was especially spicy. The gajar halwa (carrot porridge) was so good I had to go back for a 2nd dish. Great lunch at a decent price. No unpleasant side-effects this time.
(4)Holly R.
Overall average. But it was the best naan ever. Their idea of spicy is not spicy. Good service I would eat there again but not my first choice.
(3)Andrew B.
What an amazing place for authentic Indian cuisine. Grear decor and very friendly and inviting staff. We have gone for dinner twice now and I would highly recommend it! Staff was very helpful with descriptions and recommendations. All around great a lovely place very lovely.
(5)Mia K.
Apparently it's customary for Indian Restaurants in Harrisburg to be closed from 230-5. You lose a star for that, because today I wanted Indian food! I ate at Aangan once before the craving today. It was a nice little place with great lamb. I went with an Indian guy and the servers were a little hesitant about asking me directly what I wanted. The food is good though, and it's not too expensive.
(3)Colleen S.
Finally tried their dinner menu and must say there saag was the nicest one I have ever had and word to the wise if you tell them that you want very spicy then you will be getting it VERY spicy :) Bread Basket was a variety of naan and highly recommend grabbing this to share with friends. This is will be my new and only Indian fix in Harrisburg.
(4)Fatty M.
The food is good, I can't argue with that. I'm a fan of the aloo (potatoes) chicken masala, and my vegetarian counterpart often gets the malai kofta. The naan is excellent, and there's a shrimp appetizer that is also very good. Service is polite, but very, very slow. You really have to beg them to bring the check, otherwise you'll sit there all night. But yes, this is generally regarded as the best Indian food in the area, and it's hard to argue. Give it a shot, don't be scared by the outside.
(4)Jared D.
Excellent food and great service...very fine place!
(5)Rob K.
I've been to this little gem a few times and have both good and bad experiences. The outside appearance is very shady...but don't be fooled! Despite being a block or two away from an "adult entertainment" joint, when you step inside it is very well decorated and clean. Well...they have a weird looking little waterfall thing going on in the front...with bluish rocks, but hey, maybe blue rocks just aren't my bag. Anyway.... The Good: Great food. Lunch buffet is cheap and the selection is good. Unlimited fresh nan doesn't hurt either! Dinner is also good, but not as cheap as the lunch buffet. A wide variety of different delicious foods, this place is definitely better than Passage to India. I've tried a lot of their curries, as well as some random dishes my friends ordered. There is one particular chickpea dish that is really great! The lamb vindaloo and chicken tiki masala are delicious of course. The wait staff is kind and attentive, eager to accommodate (I always end up going with a large party). My Indian buddies enjoy this place, which tells me that it's definitely a decent place for Indian food. I also love their mango lhassi, but then again I just love that drink. The Bad: I got sick once after eating there...but no one else in my large party did. So, it may have been them, or just me and whatever else I ate that day (supposedly a stomach virus was going around at the time). Anyway, I take away a star...in REVENGE!
(4)Patrick C.
I enjoy the buffet a few times a month. It is always very good and consistent. Friendly wait staff too!
(5)Anda C.
While I am very loyal to my hometown Indian place in SC we came here with friends and certainly were not disappointed. Everything was cooked & seasoned perfectly, the naan bread soft with crispy edges and the appetizer sampler platter had a great selection. I ordered an iced chai tea & while our server gave me a funny look, she served it and it too was tasty. Service was good, prices reasonable & if I lived here permanently this would definitely be my regular Indian place.
(5)Timmy C.
I've been on an Indian food kick lately and was pleased to see such positive reviews for a place close to my hotel. Luckily this place was on yelp because there is a zippy chance I would come here on a whim as this place looks like a dump from the outside. The inside is a different story. The decor is quite nice (although the walls are green) and the tablewear and linens were a nice touch. The service was only so-so as it took about seven minutes for my server to take my order. I decided on the Kambda Curry because I was in the mood for something saucy and this fit the description. It came out with rice and was as described. I somehow fought through the spiciness and ate it all while enjoying every bite. This dish is highly recommended by your boy. Other highlights of the meal include the flat bread they serve you before the meal. This comes with two sauces, a green sauce and a bbq type sauce. Both were delicious and before I knew it I had devoured all the bread (this never happens). Can't recommend this place enough. Its hot sauce.
(5)Mike I.
Typical menu. Great food. Lunch buffet is ok. Catering is great!!
(4)Dan R.
Great Indian / Nepalese Buffet restaurant. They are only open for lunch, then they close, then re-open for dinner. The lunch buffet is around 7 dollars per person, but you can also order from the menu a la carte. They have a wide selection of food, I especially liked the Goan Fish Curry. They have vegitarian and Halal items. Didnt know what it was at the time, but it was alright. I drove past Aangan a hundred times before I ever tried their food. They do have a parking lot, but it is often filled by patrons of the Bar next door. The staff is pretty friendly and has always been polite.
(4)Steve P.
Tasty Tandori chicken, and if you come on the right days you can watch the guy behind the glass make it when you order. Service is a tad lacking, but they sure do enjoy filling your water.
(4)Sheila B.
Great lunch buffet!
(4)Amy G.
Horrible location but great food. I think it's better than Passage to India. This looks like a dive bar from the outside, but inside you'll find a lovely little Indian restaurant. It's a little dingy on the inside, but they have tablecloths and nice tableware. The lunch buffet is very, very good. The only complaint is that they something run out of things before restocking - but then again I'd rather have people eating a lot than eating very little. The best word I have to describe the service is "gracious". You feel like you're dining at an upscale establishment. I have never needed to call my server over to request anything. I think they have the best breads and drinks of any Indian restaurant in the Central PA area. I also think their Korma dishes are the best I've ever had. Their lamb is also great. If you have a chance to sample the carrot dessert (the name of which I can't remember) be sure to try some. It tastes like exotic carrot cake even though it's more like a pudding. I think this is the most authentic Indian food in the area. Everything is very well spiced and seasoned. If you are brave, ask for the hot dishes to be "Indian hot" and you won't be disappointed. Even though belly dancing isn't Indian, you can sometimes find it at Aangan. However, the performer I saw there looked more like a blond stripper than a middle eastern or Indian dancer. And, not to be crass, with her undulating crotch at table height it wasn't the most appealing moment in my meal. However, the men at the table behind us seemed to be very happy. If you go in the evening, an Indian beer and some chicken vindaloo or something out of the tandoori oven makes for a tasty dinner long with some nan and something for dessert. I think it's a good place to take kids as long as they're well behaved. Skip the sodas for the kids and be sure to have them try the mango lassi or the non-alch Aangan punch.
(4)Stephanie F.
Love this place. I've been there for the lunch buffet and dinner on many occasions. It's always been excellent.
(5)Barbara V.
Very mediocre Indian. Skip the buffet completely. Also skip the chicken korma if your prone to ordering it. Decor needs updating, but friendly staff.
(2)Brian R.
Most certainly my favorite choice for Indian food. The buffet is incredible and the service has always been wonderful. It took me some time to get the nerve to try the place as it looks awful from the outside and doesn't seem to have any windows, but it is quite nice on the inside. Great spot.
(5)John H.
Favorite Indian in the area. Deceiving from the outside, but inside the table settings are very nice. Delicious curries! (if ya like spicy - order "spicy"), and importantly, the naan is excellent. Soups are yummy.
(5)Bob I.
Pretty good overall Indian restaurant. Their strength is their weekend buffet, where they have lots of selection at a great price. They also have the best iced tea in the entire universe. I haven't been able to replicate it on my own.
(4)William K.
We ate here for dinner. The restaurant was pleasant, decorated in traditional Indian decor. Although we made reservations for a Saturday evening they were not needed and we were not asked at the door. The service was good but was a little spotty at times. One problem we had was the servers spoke softly and we had a hard time hearing them. The food was wonderful. we especially liked Aloo Papri Chat an appetizer with chrispies, chickpeas, yogurt, diced potatoes and chutney. The Lamb Vindaloo, had good flavor and the heat was just right. With our dessert we had Madras Coffee, a strong Indian coffee served with milk. It came to our table in a small coffee/ tea pot, with enough for refills. We both enjoyed this very good coffee as served with no sweetener needed. We will go back again to try more on their menu.
(3)Martin W.
I met a friend for the lunch buffet today. I am not a big fan of buffets, don't like the idea that everyone in the resturant has access to the same food I am about to eat. The fewer people in the chain from kitchen to me the better. That being said, I enjoyed lunch today very much. The food is very tasty and well prepared. It seems they bring the food out in small portions so it comes out hot and often so nothing sits around for a long time. The naan bread was fresh and hot and had grilled flavor from the tandoor oven. The tandoor chicken pieces were a bit odd, meaning the way the chicken was cut for the portions and was a bit dry. All in all a good value at $7.99 for all you care to eat.
(3)Philip M.
I would rate the establishment a 4 star based on the quality of food but the service was quite lacking in many ways. Neither of the wait staff had any level of working english upon which to rely....nice enough people for sure just hard to communicate. I dined on a Tuesday eve and the place was all but empty yet the attention paid to us was limited-minus the water refills....always quick with the aqua. Regardless a tasty meal and no doubt worth a return trip as I am sure the service is not always at that level.
(4)Julie K.
I don't know too much about how authentic the food is here...but I love it. I've been to Passage to India--and though the atmosphere there is a little nicer--I prefer Aangan. It's been nearly a year since I've been there because my boyfriend and I prefer to go only on special occasions. We've only been there for dinner a few times--I've yet to try the buffet. The food tends to take awhile to come out, but it's always fresh and amazing. The only complaint I have about the place is that they take forever to bring out the check...
(5)Khalid S.
I've been in Harrisburg for 24 hours, and this was my first dining experience. A lot of Indian restaurants in the US are soooo much alike it's not even funny. This was definitely one of the better ones, the menu had tastefully mentioned various categories such as appetizer, seafood, grill etc. in Urdu/Hindi followed by translation in English. I thought that was cool. The food tasted good too. I would come back.
(4)E G.
Probably the best Indian Food in the Harrisburg area. I recently moved here from NYC and was accustomed to a lot of good and bad Indian restaurants, and I was thoroughly disappointed with Harrisburg's selection until I tried Aangan. Passage to India was absolutely horrible food and service, and does not compare in authenticity. I was pleasantly surprised with Aangan's atmosphere inside because the outside is about as least inviting as you can get- don't let that scare you away from trying this place. The food was almost on par with great Indian food I've tried in the past. The service was lacking due to being under manned (the owner was obviously doing 75% of the work) and the fact that they got a rush when we were there. Service did pick up in the end and the owner redeemed himself. The prices are pretty high for what you get, but I noticed that is a Harrisburg trend for some reason. Food wise, it was almost excellent. The food was obviously fresh and tasty. Tandoori's were great and even came with their sauce. Naan bread was also good, but Samosa were a bit of a disappointment. Overall it is good food and a decent atmosphere which is better than any other Indian place I've been to here. Masala Bistro in Camp Hill is decent... at best. FOLLOWUP: Went for the Sunday Buffet. AMAZING. Probably one of the most authentic South Indian variety I have tried ever, even in India. They even had a station for Bhel Puri! This buffet is an amazing secret if you love South Indian Food. You have to request for them to make Dosas if you want one though, they are not out in the open, but rather behind the glass window being made. Pakoras were so yummy, and they even had califlower baji. Price was so reasonable too. THIS IS A MUST TRY!!!! *Bumped to 5 Stars*
(5)Lisa A.
I've been to a lot of Indian restaurants. Aangan was among the better of them as far as the taste of the food. I really like the lunch buffet - there are quite a few selections - vegetarian and meat dishes - and everyone is happy. We've gone with a group and with just our family and one friend. Nan bread is served at the table. The staff seems very casual and nice. Definitely one to return to again and again.
(5)Manish J.
Very Good! Got the chicken tikka masala - i was shocked because the place doesn't look great from the outside and i was thinking I wouldn't get that great indian food in harrisburg. i was wrong. the chicken tikka masala was awesome. as was the garlic naan and mango lassi. definitely got to go if you are in the area. will be back.
(4)Justin B.
good indian buffet.
(3)Deborah N.
We made our first visit to Aangan Saturday evening. The restaurant is very dated and the ambiance is average. The tableware was wonderful and it was very nice to have the chair pulled out for me upon seating. However, the server didn't take our drink order until he took our food order. My husband and I are both big fans of Vindaloo and have had it many times at Passage To India. We thought we would give Aangans a try to compare. It was very good, the heat was nice, however it didn't have some of the ingredients we appreciate From Passage such as the pearl onions. The service was a different story, I waited and waited for an iced tea refill when we were seated right near the register where the waiters were stationed. Not to mentioned that no one ever checked back to make sure everything was to our liking. We also had quite a wait time for the check. The service was just not up to par, especially when you consider the restaurant was anything but busy.
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