Laxmi’s Indian Grille
4425 Main St, Philadelphia, PA, 19127
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Address :
4425 Main St
Philadelphia, PA, 19127 - Phone (215) 508-2120
- Website https://www.laxmisindiangrille.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :4:00 pm - 9:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
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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T N.
Laxmi's has very good food most of the time. It is occasionally inconsistent, but still not bad. Where they are really hurting though is customer service. When you call and get put on hold for well over five minutes, it is a problem. Particularly, when the person who put you on hold is so dumb that you can hear him chatting away with his coworkers the entire time and it is clear that he has forgotten you were even on the phone. When it happens regularly, it's a bigger problem. Heads up Laxmi's, it happens regularly. Tonight was the worst. We were on hold for so long, we had to hang up. When we called back, it kept rolling to voicemail. Then even though the restaurant was empty when we arrived and our food was ready, the same guy made us and another couple wait 10 minutes while he finished whatever paperwork he was doing rather than just give us the food and let us pay. And when we got home, no sauces in the bag. Because he couldn't be bothered. There is no excuse for that type of rudeness and laziness. Get it together Laxmi's.
(3)Brittany K.
Just a quick update to my lady review. Me and my boyfriend LOVE love love Laxmis. The tika masala is by far the best we have ever had! We also get the garlic naan to dunk in the sauce. The new manager is awesome; she is always super accommodating and goes out of her way to make sure you get what you need. We usually dine in but we decided to get delivery the other day. It came SO fast! And was nice and hot. Love it!
(5)Katie P.
Laxmis is my favorite Indian restaurant of all time! Their ginger naan is the only place I've ever seen it on the menu and it is delicious. I usually get the daal without the coconut milk. Ask them to up the spice level. So spicy and amazing. Samosas are also delicious. They usually have a groupon deal so grab it and go!!
(5)Chris J.
The food here is actually decent. My 2 star rating is on the quality of their delivery service. They don't like to answer the phone. This happens to us all the time. I don't know why we keep trying. I finally got someone to answer the phone tonight and the guy tells me yeah sure, they're open until 9pm and that I could call back and place an order. I figured out what we wanted food-wise and called back in- literally 6 minutes later. No one answers the phone. I left 2 voicemails. One asking for an explanation, and a second one telling them that I was going to sign on to yelp and let you guys know what a lazy bag of dicks these guys are. I vaguely recall having a similar experience with bad service one night when we dined-in. It's like these guys are under strict doctor's orders to not make any money. Insider tip: call the East Falls location. The people there answer the phone and deliver quickly- apparently making money doesn't pose an immediate medical risk for the East Falls crew.
(2)Sarah G.
I've eaten here once or twice in the past for lunch, it was OK, nothing special. A little on the pricey end for what you get but being a BYO helps. However, twice now I have been turned away for dinner because they were no longer seating tables because they were closing "soon". The first time was during the week several months ago. Their website indicated they were open until 10pm but I called to confirm because it is a little late for mid-week. The waitress who took our call ensured us they were open until 10pm and we could be accommodated around 9:45pm. Upon arrival the waitress apologized and said she had been mistaken about their hours that day and we could not be seated. Irritating because we did call, but not the end of the world. The second time was this past Saturday. We walked by early in the evening and the hours posted to their door indicated they would be open until 10pm. We arrived at 9:30pm and were told they were no longer seating because they were closing soon. At this time there were several tables still dining. Now I find this to be ridiculous. Open until 10pm does not mean 9:30pm, especially on a Saturday night in Manayunk. If the restaurant wants to be done serving at 9:30pm, the hours should be posted as such. This is either a case of poor management or staff closing early on their own. Either way, they should do something to remedy this issue. We won't be attempting to dine here again.
(1)Chris R.
Great atmosphere, quiet and comfortable even on a busy Saturday night. Everyone in the place stayed for a while enjoying BYOB and no one seemed rushed like you might be in a more crowded place like Chabaa. The food was excellent all around. Favorites were the lamb tika masala and garlic naan. Really glad we chose to eat here on a whim.
(4)Megan M.
Laxmi's is fantastic, love the chutneys, great ambiance, food is always full of of flavor. this has been my favorite restaurant for a few years now, I'll always stop in :-)
(5)Mell G.
The spicy seafood soup was sooo good!! bYOb. Prices reasonable. Good service. Intimate, date night fun!
(5)Filomena I.
Quiet atmosphere on a busy Saturday night. We received the wrong order, & when she realized this the waitress offered to bring our correct order. We were almost finished our meal so we declined. Unfortunately, I can't tell you what we ate because it was the wrong order but it was very good! There was no discount given due to the mishap. When we questioned the waitress she said she had forgotten and gave us 15% off our order. I'm giving it 3 stars because the service was mediocre.
(3)diane g.
Indian food that is a cut above. Have been here several times and it has always been delicious. Love the sag paneer and most everything else. Decor is lovely and service was great.
(5)Len L.
I know, it's crazy. A blind date for New Years Eve. But my friends assured me that she would be perfect for me. We shared the same interests (international culture, vegetarianism, love of nightlife). A special night like New Years Eve is a risky proposition for a blind date--so much pressure to be special for the big occasion. But....I was feeling lucky, so I took the plunge and reserved a 7:30 table for dinner with Laxmi. As the night approached, I admit that I got ahead of myself with her. I started to fantasize about what Laxmi would be like, whether we would be compatible, and even what kind of future we might have together. Could she be The One? When New Years Eve came, I was pumped up. I bought new clothes for the occasion, got a fresh haircut, even made a trip to the dentist to get my teeth cleaned. Then, it happened. At 4:30 PM my phone rang. It was Laxmi. Unbelievable! A last minute cancelation. My hopes were dashed. Her excuse--she was closing at 8 PM and had to cancel. Whoah! 8 PM, on New Year's Eve? So much for a love of nightlife. I was left wondering--Why did she schedule our date in the first place? To add to the insult, Laxmi didn't even bother to offer a lame excuse or offer to pay for a future date. Maybe she knew that there was no chance in hell that I would ever have dinner with her. What a lack of character!
(1)Nicole L.
Having grown up eating my mama's explosively hot vindaloo curries, I can say that Laxmi's has some of the spiciest, flavourful Indian food I've had in a long time. Admittedly, I've wussed down to the chicken korma curry, but even at a medium spice level it still makes me break out into the hot sweats. Fwah. Prices and parking are reflective of the Manayunk neighbourhood, but the staff are super sweet which makes them a notch above the other poorly-run restaurants in the area.
(4)Amy O.
Laxmi's catered an event my organization had at The Bazemore Gallery down the street last night. They could not have been nicer, the food was fantastic and they totally worked within our budget. Everyone was very impressed!
(5)B A.
For years I refused to try Indian food. Now I've had it and I'm hooked! This place takes the crown of all the places I've ever tried. Lamb Saag was good, but their Tandoori Chicken is the absolute best I've ever had. My wifes chicken tikka masala was pretty good too. Part of what sets this place above the rest is not only their food but their customer service. Wait staff is very friendly and they really understand you when you try to give them your spice level preferences. Customer for life, good thing I live right around the corner.
(5)Julie J.
This place is awesome! I've actually never had dinner inside the restaurant only delivery but the food is always on point and delivered speedily. My go-to order is garlic naan, chicken tikka masala and saag paneer. It's a little expensive for take out but the leftovers are just as tasty the next day.
(5)Justine J.
The best thing about their dishes is that there is not to much sauce. the amount of sauce was just right. Their rice was also very good - it had cardamom in it which made it especially flavorful. The tandori roti was also delicious. Don't get the rosewater lassi. It's just sweet lassi with no rosewater - so I was super disappointed. I don't like how they add ice to the lassi. When the ice starts to melt throughout dinner, you'll know what I mean. The samosas were pretty good. They do need to fix that bathroom door of theirs. I didn't like how I got locked in there and they had to bust the door open - making a spectacle. I would say it's between a 3-4 star place
(3)Jessica S.
Gooseberries! Pickled gooseberries in the achar = super salty & spicy flavorful bits. Took advantage of Laxmi's awesome lunch specials and was thoroughly impressed. Many options (veg plates starting at $6.95) with your choice of entree (meat, chicken, veg *or* health conscious low cal), rice & side of the day. Complimentary chutney & papadam too. The owner was friendly & attentive, chatty in an unobtrusive way (he googled gooseberries for us on his laptop so we could see what they looked like pre-pickling). The kitchen adjusted the spice level of each dish - I love seeing a deeper red hue in my dishes, not just a sprinkling of pepper flakes. Thanks Laxmi for an inexpensive satisfyingly delicious meal. Will be back for BYO.
(5)Angie K.
What the other reviewers said is true: the Veggie Samosas and Naan are delicious. You MUST get these. However, the rest of the meal left much to be desired. The samosas are huge, and the filling matches it: crazy veggie goodness that was still moist and tasty. It even tasted like there was a bit of sweet potato in there because it had a hint of sweetness. Definitely recommended. The naan! We got the garlic naan, and the top was crunchy and the middle chewy. Probably one of the top nans I've tasted in Philly. Now the curry is where the quality started to falter. We got the Chicken Vindaloo and Lamb Makhani (like Butter Lamb). Both curries were on the watery side and seemed to lack some spices. The meat portions were great in the curry. The worst part of the meal was the Laxmi Special Biryani. It was absolutely tasteless, and the meats were pretty dry. It was like eating the regular rice that comes automatically with the curry. Not to mention, the food took too long to come out. With the other dining options in Manayunk, I don't see myself coming back.
(3)Rita M.
As another reviewer stated, Laxmi's misses the mark in terms of authenticity. Dozens of people in Manayunk rave about this place but if you are familiar with Indian food and enjoy it a lot, you will not be satisfied. While the spiciness is usually on point, many dishes are missing fundamental Indian spices and seasonings. The Chicken Korma, for example, is profoundly bland. I totally understand that they have to water down the dishes for the Manayunk yuppie/college kid audience, but as an Indian-American, I would have been really happy to have legitimate Indian cuisine right outside my door. The food is okay but I just can't enjoy it. Fellow desis and lovers of desi kana (Indian food), you will probably be disappointed.
(2)Kelley B.
Laximi's Indian food was good but I wasnt floored by the food or the flavoring. We ordered the spicy versions of the dishes we chose, but it wasnt that spicy at all. While the wait time for pick up was minimal, the prices were a bit high for the food. The entrees came with too much and too little of the main dish. If it had been the other way around, it would have been much better. All in all, I wasnt super impressed.
(3)L B.
Fail. I ordered spicy chicken makhani and it was sweet. The samosas were not flavorful and tasted old. Just threw out the menus for this and the East Falls location.
(1)M S.
My bad review isn't because of the food or even because of the baby roach that crawled across our table when our plates were cleared - which our waitress saw and tried to kill with a napkin. It is because the waitress then presented us with the check in full. We walked out without paying.
(1)Max P.
Ate here again while in the area, and I will say it is still the best Indian food I have had!
(5)Prasanna R.
I had a groupon for this restaurant. It was obvious that, prices have been inflated to adjust the value of deep discounts offered. We got Samosas for appetizer, which was decent. My friend got aloo gobi, which was really good. And I got Navratan Korma. One thing about most of the Indian restaurants is, they tend to use very cheap ingredients and vegetables for entrees, especially for Navratan Korma. They use cheap grade frozen mixed vegetables, which comprise corn, green beans, lima beans and etc. Laxmi's is not an exception. Corn although an important part of Indian food, they never end up in entrees. It actually never blends in with any Indian entree, unless they served on their own. One more thing is, lack of south Indian foods - which actually most of the Indian restaurants carry on their menu. Ambiance is good and it is located in the heart of Manayunk. But, I am not sure, whether I will go again.
(3)deuce v.
a little on the pricy side. good service, nice for a date, lamb was very tender and the food was flavorful as I expected. the complementary chips and dip was awesome especially the green sauce so ask for more! idk if id go back again just bc im used to eating Indian buffet by university city. still had a good experience. worth a try
(4)Michael F.
Service which was attentive but not annoying, a good date atmosphere, generous portions, and tasty dishes. While the prices may be a bit high, they are in line with Main St Manayunk. On the downside, the selection seemed limited. Remember it is BYOB.
(4)M B.
I think this is probably my all-time favorite Indian restaurant. I have always liked Indian food but I used to be really indiscriminant about it. I distinctly remember that the first time that an Indian friend of mine referenced the difference between bad and good Indian restaurants, I wondered when, if ever, I would be able to tell the difference.Well, now, thanks to about three years of eating at Laxmi's at least once a month, I can officially say that many other Indian restaurants in the area are completely ruined for me. If I weren't so in love with this place, I'd probably be mad about it. My go-to's are the Vegetable Samosas (so crispy! The inside is dense and incredibly flavorful - they have an unusual tanginess that I cannot get enough of - no greasy, bland potato taste here! Chutneys that come on the side are great too) and the Shahi Paneer* but I've found all of their curries to be above-par, other favorites are the Tikka Masala and the Korma. But, honestly, all of their paneer dishes are pretty amazing - I accidentally ordered the Paneer Masala (instead of Tikka Masala) the last time I was in and even though I missed the creaminess of my preferred version, I still thought the dish was great. I usually get take-out here but, lucky for me, my boyfriend is also a big fan of Laxmi's (he loves the Lamb Korma for all you meat-eaters out there who were thinking my review was useless so far!) and this is also one of our favorite date spots. It's a BYO and the atmosphere is intimate, relaxed, and romantic. And they definitely make more an effort with the decor than a lot of ethnic BYOs seem to. I really have nothing bad to say about this place - it has my full endorsement and recommendation. If you've eaten at Laxmi's and you strongly feel that there is an Indian restaurant in Philadelphia that is notably better, please message me and tell me because I need to know about it! (Not kidding, message me, I want to know!) *just a note about the Shahi Paneer - they recently took this off their menu :( :( ...I have yet to see if they still can/will make it upon request.
(5)Jeff C.
I am a lover of Indian food and this place gives me good special with curries that I can eat for a reasonable price. One thing, though, the curries are very spicy and I am a person who usually like spicy stuff more than the average person. However, this stuff is so spicy, I find myself eating mild. I can't keep up with even the medium stuff. In addition to the curry and naan, they often given you plenty of free appetizers and spices. The atmosphere is small, cozy and very cute. The servers are very friendly and attentive to your needs. Can't comment how it is for dinner, but its a cute little place for lunch.
(4)Elise R.
I love everything about Laxmis. Having been to quite a few Indian restaurants around the Philadelphia area, Laxmis managed to beat them all. Our waitress was awesome, as was the food. Absolutely delicious. It's cute and charming inside with a very relaxed, comfortable vibe. I find myself coming here more often than my bank account likes.
(5)Matt H.
Since my last review, things have really turned around at Laxmi's. We probably eat there once a month. Best Indian food you can get in the area. I highly recommend it.
(5)Twanna J.
The food was good but the service was not when we walked in no one greeted us we had to walk to the back and look for a waiter then once seated we waited 15 min before anyone came over to put water or silverware out another couple came in 20 min after us and they were served and seated right away and given bread the waiter then looked over at us and noticed we were watching and came back with bread the entire night we were served last and waited long period of time for drinks and our appertizers and dinner and they mixed up our food orders twice not sure if this happened because it was valentine night or is it always like this the manager did come over and apologize for everything but over all i would'nt run back to them if i had to choose also its very small and close only has 8 tables
(3)Zach Q.
Found a Groupon for this place so I decided to try it out. I had never tried Indian cuisine before and my wife had only had it once or twice. I got a lamb kabob and she got a chicken curry dish. Both tasted fine but not special in any way. We also had a veggie samosa appetizer which was good. I expected more flavor and heat all around based on what I've been told about Indian food. I have no complaints about the restaurant but I'll have to try Indian cuisine elsewhere so I can make a proper comparison.
(3)Nicey J.
My wrap up of Laxmi's 1.alright Chana Masala 2. good service 3. free nibbles while you wait 4. GREAT garlic naan 5. AMAZING samosas the service I had was swift and attentive. When my water ran out it was immediately filled up without so much as me having to look in my servers direction. I was not SUPER excited about the chana masala.. however it may be due to the fact that I had to add a ton of spicy sauce ( MYSELF) and salt.. but the level of spice I shouldn't blame them for. I ordered it mild because I shared it with my 5 year old . but the total lack of salt was unfortunate; despite that the flavors were great. I'd definitely come back, I was told they would be starting up a lunch time buffet next week so that way I can try out a few other options. I feel thngs were a bit overpriced, but it's Manayunk, you won't get any west philly indian food prices here.
(4)Michelle S.
Indian food is my favorite, and while this may not be the best Indian I've ever had, it's pretty consistent. The garlic naan is amazing, it is a must. Lots of vegetarian options (not surprising obviously) and everything I've ever eaten there is good. You can adjust the dishes to your spice preference and the staff is friendly. Best of all, it's affordable. Most of the restaurants in Manayunk are either way too yuppie/pompous or a complete douche fest; Laximi is a refreshing surprise.
(4)Jordan S.
I unfortunately can't remember the food so well but I guess that would speak for how good it was as I only ate there two weeks ago. I do remember the mango lassis being phenomenal though. The naan too. Definitely the best lassi and naan that I have had in Philadelphia. The service was great. The atmosphere was very quiet and casual. I definitely would come back here and try it again as I love going in to Manayunk anyhow.
(3)Alyosius P.
This is probably my favorite Indian Restaurant. We've been here several times and have always gotten consistently good service and food. This place is BYOB; I recommend a sweeter white here for most dishes, which can be very spicy (i.e. Gewürztraminer). The waitstaff is always great, and quick to clean up whatever mess I invariably make. Our typical meal here. First off, you get free bread-thingy and chutneys, and the chutneys are amazing. We usually get the spicy fish soup and it's consistently good. I almost always get medium (and I usually like very spicy food...) chicken makhani, and my girlfriend usually gets some random chicken dish (i.e. korma, tikka mi sala, etc; I'm probably fudging spelling a lot here...). For desert I almost always get the julumb thingy (it's like donut balls covered in sugar rose water); pretty amazing. Price is super reasonable, and food is outstandingly consistently good. Definitely check this place out.
(5)Hilary P.
Where was Shaheen (now Laxmi) when I needed it? Oh well. It's here now. And it's delicious. The service was outstanding, the food and leftovers were on the level, and the people-watching with the tables outside was distracting. This is totally as good as Tiffin (the Germantown location, at least) but they're more excited to have you come in here. Again, I wish this place existed when I worked in the area, but those of you who can enjoy it should do so.
(4)David W.
Laxs is thee best place to eat on Main Street Manayunk. Keep it short and sweet great food top notch service affordable prices great atmosphere wonderful spot for date night. And it's BYOB Favorite spot .
(5)Jenny B.
Tried this restaurant this week. It was just ok. The service was good, but we were expecting more food-wise. I have been going to Tiffin and Ekta for the longest time and love both those places. Decided to try Laxmi's and while is not the worst indian food I have had, I like the other places better. We ordered garlic Naan which in my opinion was the best part of the meal. We also had chicken Tikka Masala, which was just ok, and chicken Vindaloo, also just ok. Both sauces were kind of watery... Nothing special. I will probably visit again if friends insist of going there (closer to home), but definitely not by myself.
(3)Olivia c.
Newly renovated. Cute place in the middle of main st. The inside decor was simple with cool accents of blue. Me and a friend arrived at the end of lunch but was seated promptly by the waitress. Quickly took our order off the lunch special menu. I had the chicken saag and my cousin had the chicken tikka masla. Both lunches came with a garbanzo bean mix. My plate was seasoned with the right spices and the spinach mixture melted in your mouth. Great price at $8. Also loved the spicy mint chutney included in the spice rack that also comes with roasted red peppers and the sweet tamarind sauce.
(4)Susan L.
Lovely decor, equally lovely service. The pacing of the food was on point. Vegetable samosas and naan were delicious. The highly rated chicken tikka masala was satisfyingly spicy but the flavor wasn't anything crazy amazing. Then again, my taste buds might have been numbed by all the Indian food that I've had in the past. The prices were a bit steeper but it goes with the Main Street of Manayunk. BYOB!
(4)B K.
Just ok. It's a nice atmosphere and I'm glad there is an Indian restaurant on main street, but the food tends to be a little bland. Having tasted a lot authentic Indian food, I think the problem is that Laxmi's is catering to folks who don't want to be overpowered by strong flavors in spice. What they forget is that flavors are what draw a lot of people to Indian food in the first place. Don't be afraid to be authentic and flavorful!
(3)Mahari B.
Great food. Enough said. Don't get the spicy unless you absolutely can handle it.
(5)Chris M.
Over looked. Under valued. Samosas, Pakoras were VERY good. We also loved the Tandoor Chicken and Lamb Masala. The sauces were tasty, everything cooked to order and delicious. Setting is quaint, quiet, and intimate. Good date spot.. bring a bottle of vino and go here now! Service was attentive and fast.. we'll be back
(4)Sara S.
A friend and I visited here with a groupon offer and loved it. We sat outside and took our time with each course, something that seemed encouraged by the server who was attentive. Great atmosphere. The appetizer cracker and sauce/relish tray they automatically brought was delicious. The vegetable samosas were great as was the rice pudding. I got the chicken tikka and a friend got the chicken korma which were both great. All around great food..can't wait to go back!
(4)John D.
Slightly better food than Tiffin, and their 30 minute +/- delivery is great. Friendly staff, and consistently good food. If you're looking for indian in Roxborough/Manayunk, this is the place to get it from. The only bad thing with Laxmi is when dining-in, the aroma of all the spices in the kitchen was a little hard to handle (at least the two times i've dined-in). As good as it gets!
(5)Sarah L.
The four was for the food alone. My boyfriend and I have been meaning to try Laxmi's or Chaaba, the thai BYOB right down the street, for months now. We were both craving Indian so despite the overall Yelpers recommendations towards the thai experience, we took the warnings about bad service with a grain of salt and made our way in. Laxmi's is a window-front restaurant, nestled in as the bookend of restaurant choices along Main Street. Decor is simple with maroon table linens and two and four seat tables scattered. At the 8 pm hour we arrived, diners were sparce. We were greated by one of two servers on the floor and she placed us in a two-seater....right next to the door. I am not a big fan of sitting with my back to the whole restaurant and gazing lovingly at my boyfriend (and a corner wall) but hey! I was excited to eat Indian. She took our wine to uncork and poured us waters to start. A solid five minutes went by. Then another two. Our server had disappeared into the back kitchen and had yet to return. In the meantime, another couple had walked in, was seated and had their wine opened immediately. Almost 10 minutes went by and we were trying not to stare as they were were sipping and munching on their little starter. We found more humor in the situation than anything, but after watching server #2 then stand next to our unopened bottle of wine at the back bar for another 2 minutes before realizing that the table in the corner by the door (us!) was probably waiting, she came over with a bumbling apology and proceeded to open the wine before realizing we did not have wine glasses. Okay, i made my point. From that point on it was fine. She was a little granola and shy, not the assertive server type we're used to around here. She also explained that she was vegetarian, so she was really unable to help us choose between lamb dishes; however she was sweet and explained to us with childlike excitement how cool it is to watch the chef roll out the samosa dough and make everything from scratch. (We didn't even see server #1 again until she popped up at the end of our meal to clear dishes.) Ok, now for the food: We ordered the Vegetable Samosas and the Aloo Papri Chaat. The samosas were large and were presented as a pair of dense and dramatic oversized tear drops. They were piping hot (which i love) and the flavor of the whipped potatoes and spices was delicate and delicious. I would definitely order again and can't wait to enjoy with a glass of heavier red in the winter time. The Aloo Papri Chaat was a "salad" of chick peas, chutney, yogurt and "crispies" which tasted similar to fried chinese wontons. It had nice flavor but was a room temp dish and lacked the wow factor. In hindsight, I wish we ordered the Shrimp Till Tikka. For our main courses, we chose to share the Chicken Vindaloo and the Lamb Korma and a side of Naan. Both were served with long-grained rice and a tri-pod of sauces and pickled onions. The vindaloo had nice flavor and heat, a tangy tomato base. The chicken pieces were a little overcooked so it was hit or miss with the morsels, but overall it was enjoyable. The Lamb Korma was off the hook! Lamb simmered in exotic spices and a mild cream sauce -- can you say, pass the Naan to soak up every last drop? We enjoyed the flavor so much, we actually started discussing an idea for a restaurant opening. Talk about inspiration! Bottom line, it's a great place to go if you live in Manayunk and you are tired of the same types of cuisine and same flavors you experience in 9 out of the 10 restaurants here. Go here with someone you are not trying to impress. Go with someone you like a lot because the ambiance is lack luster and company/food (and your wine selection) are everything. Go with someone who enjoys Indian and/or trying new dishes. And as many Yelpers have already said, get that side of Naan. You're going to need it.
(4)Mayank P.
We waited really long for the Lunch and the Lunch platters are extremely small portions. Almost made me think that they ran out of food. Had ordered spicy but was served very mild. Others in the group had asked for lamb and they got it wrong and brought out chicken and that's after waiting for an hour.
(1)Genevieve A.
I tried this place during Manayunk Restaurant week with my fiance and friend just after moving to the area. Indian food is my favorite cuisine and it looks like this is the only one really close to the area so I was hoping it would be great. I have to say that I was disappointed. My favorite entree wasn't wonderful and even the rice didn't taste like what I'm used to. The naan and the lassi were good, but this is just the extras of the meal and did not sway my feelings too much. I wish it was better because again, I love Indian food best, but I won't be going back.
(2)Heather H.
Pretty tasty and casual which was nice. It's small though so it gets packed quickly. A new location is supposed to be opening in East Falls. Some day but taking forevs!
(3)Gavin S.
I can't say anything about the atmosphere other than the restaurant is small - I ordered takeout. Online ordering is easy and there was a 10% discount for an order over $35. We tried the lamb vindaloo and salmon tikka masala - the latter was a refreshing change and oh so tender and succulent. Everything else to me was fairly standard - we had the bread basket sampler and vegetarian app sampler, mango lassis, and gulab jamun for dessert. I was glad I ordered an extra serving of rice, as the containers are fairly small and one is definitely not enough for two entrees. Overall pretty pricey for takeout, but satisfying fare. The owner seems like a nice guy. Worth returning to again.
(4)Crystal G.
Amazing Indian cuisine, cozy, romantic atmosphere and friendly, attentive wait staff. Perfect night out. We will be back for sure!
(5)R S.
Food was delic. Service was attentive. Server was knowledgable. Was skeptical at first since there was only one other occupied table but the place filled up within 10 minutes. Love the byob aspect. Frequenly order take out from there.
(5)Erica M.
Laxmi's was good. The flavor of the dishes were good, but nothing to rave about. There is definitely better Indian, especially for the price. But it's a convenient location and the food was tasty! I will probably go back.
(3)Kenyatta D.
One of my favorite Indian place but a little pricey. Cool date place probably becuase they have outside seating during spring and summer months. I've mostly done take out. A little pricing in my opinion but not enough not to go back.
(4)Nicci L.
We found this place on groupon about a year ago. We have been coming every since. This place is cute and cozy! The service is always good and the food is always delicious. This a great little restaurant with flavorful food at reasonable prices.
(5)Josh F.
Delicious Indian food. Good options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. I went at lunch time and they have a decent deal for sampling various items on the menu.
(4)Meghann p.
The brother duo who own this place are so nice and helpful, they even let me try a few things I was uncertain about, like sauces. I just recently started eating Indian food. Everything was delicious and fresh! Thanks for opening in manayunk.... PS its Byob.
(5)Brooke B.
So far all of the food I have eaten at Laxmi's has been good. I'm not too picky with my Indian food though. Price is about average for this area. Really a big plus for me is their online ordering. For someone who hates calling (don't judge me) its great!
(4)Jay C.
We tried this restaurant for the first time and we greatly enjoyed it. The service was impeccable, the atmosphere was very casual, and the food was very good. My one complaint would be that the portions were on the small side, because we left there and felt hungry on the walk home. But my god the basmati rice was the most beautiful I've ever seen. I almost didn't want to eat it, it was so pretty. The space is tight so large parties will take up a lot of room.
(4)John L.
I had the Samosas for appetizers and they were the best I've had in the states. They must add some special spices because they were really tangy and bright. I also had the Lamb Korma and the Tandori Chicken. Amazing! And the bill for 2 with 1 shared app was only $50. Great Indian food at a great price in a great location. What more can I say except that you should go there. Oh, service was very attentive and always asking for feedback on how to make it better. Enjoy!
(5)A B.
2.5. Unfortunately, we were disappointed in our much anticipated trip to Laxmi's. We bought a $30 Groupon for $15 and used it on our visit. We ordered the chicken malabar for an app which was very good. The chutney was excellent. For entrees, we shared chicken tikka masala and lamb korma. We had a lengthy discussion with our server about spice. We said we wanted a little bit of spice ("3-4" as the waiter noted on a scale from 1-10). We were hoping this would have a mild-moderate amount of spice given how hot Indian dishes can be, but we figured erroring on the side of caution would be OK. I'd rate the amount of spice we ended up getting as a 0 on a scale from 1-10 which was disappointing. Ignoring the lack of spice, the chicken tikka masala was OK and the lamb korma lacked basically any flavor at all other than the mild flavor of the meat itself. This was, of course, quite disappointing. I'm by no means a great chef and my fiancee remarked on our way home that the chicken tikka masala dish I make is better. The garlic naan we ordered was really the only flavorful offering which is really a shame in the realm of Indian cuisine. The serving sizes seemed small because both entrees were served in ~12 oz bowls, but once you got everything on the plate, it wasn't too bad albeit a little light on the chunks of meat. Service was very good. All in all, I don't think we'll be back. It would have been way too expensive without the Groupon and even with it, the food just wasn't flavorful enough. I've only been to Indian lunch buffets before this experience and I'd opt for the buffets simply based on flavor. It's a shame because a good Indian place in Manayunk would be great.
(3)Alex M.
Have only eaten take out here but it was delicious, even though I didnt stray far from my favorite Indian staples. The chicken tikka masala and the lamb saagwala were delicious (as any fan of Indian knows, get naan to soak up all of leftover sauces). It gets three stars cus I have only had take out and it is expensive for regular takeout ($14 for a basic entree plus more for naan, etc.). Need to try eating in house before I give it 4 stars.
(3)Billie A.
My friend and I just went for dinner and everything was perfect. Food was extremely tasty --we got the Shrimp Till-Tikka and scallop (can't remember the name, but it had a Tikka Masala sauce) apps and Chicken Tikka Masala as the main course. Prices were normal for dinner ($13 to $18), but they also have lunch specials that range from $6.95 to $10.95. The waiter--who was also the owner--was friendly and helpful. He gave recommendations and even explained one of the spices in Tikka Masala when he overheard us discuss making it at home. It's BYOB. And they deliver. Would definitely recommend. Note: They are closed between lunch and dinner (3 to 5 pm). You can find a sampling of the menu here: grubhub.com/philly/laxmi… And a delivery coupon here (free dessert with $25 order using grubhub): couponmap.com/Pennsylvan…
(5)Deniece L.
Deeeelish! Bought a Groupon Now for this place. The restaurant is small but you're hit by a wonderful aroma of spices as soon as you walk in the door. Very friendly, attentive service. Their chutneys (coriander, onion, tamarind) are sooo good! We had the samosas, chicken vindaloo, tandoori chicken & garlic naan. Everything was very yummy. Can't wait to dig into my leftovers. Checked in on Yelp and got a free bowl of mango ice cream which was very refreshing. I will def be going back.
(4)Erin K.
Service was nice and good. Small cute place. Good food. Get the Mango Lassi, very very good :)
(4)Michele D.
There are no other Indian restaurants in the Manayunk area so for a long time I was prepared to put up with the high prices here. The food was pretty good. However, tonight I ordered 'Navratan Korma" for 11.95, described as "9 different vegetables, cooked in a creamy sauce - a delight to the taste buds". When I received it, though, it was clearly made out of those cheap bags of mixed frozen veg you get from the supermarket. You know the ones - tiny cubed carrots, corn, and 1 inch string beans. (I buy it to add veg to my dogs' food, so I recognize this frozen veg instantly). First, that's only 3 vegetables, not 9, and second, for a restaurant, that's really low quality. Dump a bag of frozen veg into some sauce and charge 11.95 for it? really poor. I feel I've been swindled.
(2)Meredith H.
My boyfriend and I love this place, we get the same thing everytime (wow, we sound boring!). But the staff is friendly, Carrie is an amazing server! She always has a smile on her face and knows exactly what we want.. Shrimp Appetizer, Lamb Saag, and Garlic Naan!! Sitting outside on Main Street is normally pleasant - hopefully you can block out the sound of sirens and loud motorcycles like i can :) --- I need some Laxmi's Tonight!!!
(4)Sudarone T.
So there are perhaps two different standards by which this place should be reviewed in my opinion. Foremost, as an authentic indian restaurant; Laxmi's attempts, but is not quite as successful as one would hope, in providing an authentic meal to patrons of such. Ultimately, this restaurant serves a more mainstream Indian menu that caters best to it locale; young, American, college-going crowds. A crowd that may not know the difference and may feel differently ( more satisfied ) than a more novice consumer of indian fares ( such as the reviewer ). So if you are the former, you may like it. If you are the later, you certainly will not ( I think ). There are certainly better options within a ten mile radius, definitely worth exploring. Secondly, for the less than novice and casual Indian diner there are positives; the location in Manayunk is attractive, the service reliable, and friendly, the highlights are the meats (chicken, lamb is ok), low lights are some of the vegetarian offerings especially the paneer. The drinks are good, especially the lassi, and the vegetarian sampler as an appetizer is worth exploring. Overall, as I mentioned previously not a bad restaurant, very mediocre, but really not worthy of exploration if you are a foodie.
(3)Aly P.
I went on a date with my bf here. I have nothing bad to say about it. It was absolutely delicious.The atmosphere was good. The samosas are insanely good. The service was friendly and I would definitely go back.
(5)KJ S.
Good food, but not the best Indian I've had. Their garlic naan is very good, but I wasn't wowed by their chicken tikka masala. The lunch special was a good serving size and great price.
(3)Dawn W.
We got some kind of appetizer sampler, and every item tasted the same. I ordered "Navratan Korma: Nine different vegetables cooked slowly in a creamy sauce, a pure delight to the taste buds." You know those bags of frozen mixed vegetables you buy at the grocery store (the ones with corn, cubed carrots, peas, and string beans)? My meal was basically that mixed with a flavorless cream sauce. It was kind of like the filling of a "pot pie." Very blah. Even though it was an early dinner and the restaurant was not busy, my boyfriend and I were neglected. The waitress seemed to know some people in the corner and spent a lot of time chatting with them. Is it too much to ask to have my water glass refilled? The thing is, my standards aren't really that high. I've enjoyed every Indian restaurant I've ever been to except for this one. It's a shame. I'd love to have a decent Indian place on Main Street.
(2)Marie C.
My boyfriend and I tried this place because he had a coupon from restaurant.com . We loved the food and the atmosphere and will definitely be returning with friends.
(4)Chelsea B.
I'm a bit surprised this is one of the highest-rated Indian places on the Mainline-ish area. Atmosphere: OK. Not your typical Indian decor for such a restaurant. It felt a bit like any old cloth tables restaurant that makes you feel like you're in a newly-built house in the suburbs. Food: Pretty good, a 3 out of 5. Tandoori Paneer isn't typically exploding with dynamic flavor anyway, but it was good for spiced paneer with quietly sauteed veggies. The Navratan Korma, on the other hand, was full of flavor, with nice spices and a creamy base. But oh by the way, its 'nine vegetables' are from a pack of frozen mixed veggies. You can't mistake those small squares of carrots, mixed in with peas and corn, for anything else. It was tasty, but not worth $11.95. Service: The service was good. Nice people and attentive, although since this was on a very quiet Sunday evening I can't offer a qualified rating of that aspect. Bottom line: The food is tasty enough, but neither fresh nor distinct, and it's overpriced for what you get.
(3)Jessica P.
Great atmosphere and great food! Will definitely be back!!
(3)Dena C.
My husband and I ate here for the first time and it was delicious!! This was our first time eating Indian and we are hooked! Our 17 month old even enjoyed the food.
(5)Jinny J.
I've been driving by this place, wanting to check it out. On this rare Monday night out, I finally did. And It was so so so delicious! I've lived in India for a little while and I have had lots of Indian food. This one was one of the best I've had. We ordered Eggplant spread(not so Indian name but it comes w/ Nans and eggplant pureed made with Indian spices) and I got Chef's special Chicken dish... Just remembering how good the dish was making my mouth water. My friend got chicken tikka marsala and loved it! Friendly staff, amazing food and the special deal of 1 entree and 2nd entree 50% on mondays. On top of that, it's BYO! I think I found a new favorite place in Manayunk..
(5)Maddie M.
New Name=New Place! I was very skeptical that this place would be different after the name change (the old food wasn't very good), but what a change! The food is great and the service is wonderful! I have been a couple times now, and every time has been a great experience. It's great having a good Indian food restaurant in Manayunk!
(5)Kevin W.
I love Indian food especially veggie samosas so I went for lunch and I must say it was good I would give them a higher rating but it was only me and two other people in the restaurant and one out of three had to return their food because it wasnt hot which is not a good sign The curry that was served with the samosas was also missing flavor
(3)Dave B.
Vegi samosa was amazing. I got lamb korma that was recommended by waiter- it was phenomenal. Staff was friendly. Will definitely be back
(5)Mike D.
The food here is good enough to be a staple in our regular rotation of take-out places. The prices are on the high side, but hey, they are the only Indian restaurant in Manayunk/Roxborough so they have the market cornered. However, if you phone-in your order, you can use a 15% off coupon that is printed on their menu.
(4)Gina L.
We arrived at Laxmi's Indian Grille in early evening on a Friday night, and were greeted instantly by a friendly hostess and, behind her, a slightly standoffish waiter. The waiter asked whether we had reservations, in spite of the fact that the restaurant was nearly empty. When we said we did not, he led us to a small table in a far corner of the restaurant. The hostess pointed to a bottle of Acqua Panna in the center of the table and asked whether we'd prefer that to regular water. (Clever marketing.) We said "yes," but when the hostess picked up the bottle to pour it, she realized that it was not cold. She quickly excused herself to the kitchen. While she was gone, we browsed the menu for appetizers. The hostess returned with a cold bottle of Acqua Panna. At that point, I started to give her our appetizer selections. She stopped me mid-sentence to tell me that our waiter could take the order. I shrugged off her abruptness, and gave the order to our waiter when he arrived at our table. The appetizers came out promptly. The tandoori platter we'd ordered was still sizzling on a flat iron pan when it was brought to the table. The dish consisted of spiced lamb and chicken cutlets on a bed of pan-seared julienned onions and bell peppers. The meat was flavored exquisitely with the perfect combination of spices, and would prove to be the highlight of our meal. The freshly-baked naan and raita were soon to follow. (The naan had good flavor and texture, but the raita was a bit starchy). The turnover time was impressive - though perhaps not surprising, considering how few patrons were in the restaurant. The waiter took our orders for the main course, and the entreés were served to us in no time at all, along with a side of basmati rice. Although the sauces were flavorful, the portions were scanty and the texture left something to be desired. For example, although the creamy base of the navratan korma was decent, the dish was prepared with the kind of vegetables one might find bagged in the frozen-foods aisle of the local supermarket (e.g., a bland medley of carrots, peas, green beans, and tiny morsels of cauliflower). And, although the almond slivers were a nice touch, they ultimately couldn't save the dish. The second dish - the chicken vindaloo - met our standards for heat level, and the sauce had a pleasing flavor. However, the chicken itself was dry and as a result, didn't soak up the sauce as one might expect. The hostess (who, in this small space, doubled as a back-waiter) checked on us regularly. She was a chatty, pleasant young woman, but clearly a brand-new employee. At one point, she revealed that she had never before tried Indian food. Our advice to her might be: if you do so, perhaps you should go elsewhere.
(2)Dan S.
This restaurant wasn't very good, although I did get delivery, I'm not sure how it would be in the actual restaurant. The Naan was soggy, the basmati rice didn't look or taste right, and the dish I got was mushy and not as flavorful as I was used to.
(2)Kunal S.
AMAZING FOOD!!!! Try channa bhatura ( chick pea curry with puffed bread) very good. Also, try kheer (rice pudding) finger licking good. They also have other Indian delicacies which are as good as it can get.
(5)Kristina K.
This was actually the first place that I tried Indian food and I've been back a few times since then. The food is always delicious and the staff is pretty knowledgable about the menu so they always answer your questions. Plus, it seems like the owner/ manager (I think) is always around and checks on each table as well as food runs sometimes to make sure everything is going smoothly. I really like this place and would recommend it to anyone in mood for something different.
(4)Lisa J.
Great byob with excellent tandoor specialties
(5)Linda S.
Excellent food. Staff is extremely nice. I gave it 4 stars because it is very small inside. I felt we were sitting on top of the table next to us. The food is definitely worth it though!
(4)william d.
Great little spot on main st, actually an old Indian restaurant that went out of business years ago. This new spot delivers, awesome! And has cool young owners, another plus, so this is more for constructive critisism. I can't spell welll. The sauce was good and the basmati was done well, but the ribcage with no meat on it and the bone chips that came with the little chicken were too hard to navigate around. This may be authentic like how they do jerk chicken but I couldn't bring myself to work that hard again for 13$ worth of chicken. I hope you all the best and I will be checking in again soon enough to see again, worth a return trip.
(2)Erin R.
3.5 stars for food, service is okay (not great), and prices are pretty average for Indian food. The place is really small, so it feels cozy. The mango lassi was decent. Overall, a good place if you're craving Indian food. They have lunch specials for around $7.
(3)a c.
This used to be called Shaheen's, but now there is a new chef, new manager, new name, and much better food!!! We ordered veg pakoras, palak paneer, and murg korma. The food was fantastic, and the service was outstanding!!!! We asked the manager if they are going to start a lunch buffet. He said they only have lunch specials now but are looking to start one if business keeps going well and they can create more seating (ex: upstairs dining area). By the way, the manager and staff were so friendly!!! Good food and service, I couldn't have asked for more! If you are hesitant to try this place again, click on "ratings details" next to the rating. You'll notice a huge spike in the ratings over time during September-October. This must be when the new management took over. If you are in the area, this is a must try!!!! Don't forget your beer and wine, they are BYOB.
(5)Sam S.
I loved this place, I went with 3 of my girls and we all love Indian food, it was a small restaurant, they had really good food, I ordered Chicken Tikka Masala and garlic naan, I can say it was the best I have had, p.s. we got great service, we sat there for like 3 hrs with wine and food. Definately going back again!!
(4)Adam F.
Great service. Gotta love the BYOB. The food had a great spice and heat to it. No buffet here so don't expect your standard Indian/American joint. A bit pricey but a good time overall.
(3)Debbie G.
An indo place in my hood, finally! Now I can just walk down main st when I am craving some food of my motherland :) A small and intimate setting, with sweet indo-classical tunes playing in the background and friendly, eager to please staff. Totally love that it's a BYO too. We started with the fish pakoras which I thought was a unique app option ( usually you only ever have a veg or meat one). The fish was tender, cooked just right, with a crispy crunchy outside. There were already sauces on our table from the free 'paaper' we got, so that was our dipping sauces for the pakoras, but I feel like there could've been another sauce to accompany them as well. For dinner we tried the lamb vindaloo and shrimp korma. I loveee korma sauce. I'd eat a bucket of that stuff if I had the chance. This place did it just wonderfully. My hubby and I love spicy food as well, and we basically requested the waiter to make it as spicy as they could, and I can honestly say its one of the few times that I feel like they've actually delivered on the spicy I requested. And it made it so much more delicious too. Just a note: I think this place had a recent restaurant name change, so some of their menus still say Shaheen. No matter what they call it - I'll be eating there.
(4)Lesley P.
We had Chicken Tikka Masala and a mixed vegetable dish, regular nan and mulligatawny soup. We did take out and got 15% off. As everyone else has mentioned the service was pleasant and the food was flavorful. We will definitely go back. We also liked the rice and condiments. I have had cheaper Indian food and I would welcome that but this definitely "scratched an itch". We will go back.
(4)Brittany S.
We were there soon after it opened. One dish was good, the other left me wanting. We haven't had a chance to get back but I'm sure we will soon enough. I look forward to trying more of their options.
(3)John S.
I've eaten take out here twice. Good food, especially the chicken dishes. Location is tough at times, need street parking similar to all other main street restaurants. Portions are fairly good size as well. Prices similar to most Indian / Pakastani restaurants. Around 30-40 dollars dinner for two.
(4)R T.
Overpriced considering the amount and quality of food you get for that price. Portrays itself a 'high-end' authentic Indian restaurant, which i don't feel it is, being a foodie and an Indian myself. Lacks flavor in most items served. Not thrilled with Laxmi's. We ordered a vegetarian platter as one of the starters, among others, because there were six of us there, so we figured we'd be able to try the different items on the plate. The plate arrived with one samosa cut into two, one aloo tikki cut into two and two pakoras, for $9, totally not worth it! We ordered chicken malabar ($8), a tiny breast of flattened chicken, battered with coconut and deep fried, enough for one person. For main course: mixed non-veg tandoori grille ($23), which looked and sizzled like it would be the best tasting dish on earth, but after tasting it, it was quite bland, enough to the point that my husband had to send it back to have some moreflavor added. They brought it back with some tikka masala sauce thrown over it, which now made it a curry instead of the tandoori grilled dish! I ordered Chicken Tikka Masala, which i must say was tasty, but, in the entire karai (serving bowl), there were barely 5-6 tiny little pieces of chicken and the rest of it was the curry which was gravy. At $14, again this item is not worth it. We also ordered Lamb Rogan Josh ($17) which was ok, Daal Makhani and Mutter Paneer ($12 which is high for small portions of veg dishes) tasted good. We also ordered a side of Raita. It came in a little saucer like container, which again was only enough for one person ($3). Since this place is BYO, we brought our own wine, which they did not help serve. But they charged a $5 corkage fee for opening and pouring it ourselves! Although the servers are polite, service is ok. They constantly forget to bring things and mistakes. Complimentary chutney & papadam these days is not a big deal. Most indian restaurants do that obligingly. We got one plate of a couple pieces of papadum, but since there were six of us, it was not enough for all of us, so we asked for more. We never got it. We used our Restaurant.com $25 voucher, but I think i would rather take me and my foodie guests somewhere else worth our while, our dollars and our palates.
(2)Ben T.
This was disappointing. Having looked at the food photography displayed in their window I was expecting more. Looks like they brought their A game only for the photoshoot. The sauces were insipid and uninspiring - I'm pretty sure I've had an identical Rogan Josh sauce in 3 other restaurants. The meat quantities in the sauces were all disappointing. The tadkar dal seemed pretty short on tadkar. To top it all, the Tandoori oven was out of commission, so the breads were all off the menu. Inexplicably, the tandoori chicken was available despite this. If you've ever had a curry in the UK or India, this restaurant is not going to impress at all.
(2)Tawny A.
Last night I went to Laxmi's for the first time...this is also the first time I had Indian food. I ordered the vegetable somosas (did not like them at all), but my main course, as well as my boyfriend's, was absoutely amazing! The service was amazing and friendly. I will definitely go back again!
(5)J F.
Went tonight for the first time. The food was very good and the service was very friendly and warm, which was most appreciated. Samosas were very good and the Baingan Bharta was excellent. I would definitely recommend and definitely go back.
(4)Ruth K.
Came here with friends a couple of weeks ago. I ordered the chicken tikka masala and spinach paneer with naan and roti also with their basmati rice. Both dishes were pretty good. The place was clean and staff was friendly. I really liked that they gave us the chickpea cracker (forget what it's actually called) with the different sauces as we waited for our meal. The service was good and the decor of the place was nice and "fancy looking." May come back if I'm in the area and craving indian.
(4)Huamei Y.
I rarely venture out to Manayunk so this was actually the first time I sat down for a meal in Manayunk. I came here through a fellow yelper's recommendation and walked in with a party of six. We were famished after a long day of hiking so we hoped to end the wonderful day with some delicious Indian food. I was surprised to see a section that allowed you to mix up the sauce with the type of entree (vegetable or paneer, chicken, lamb, etc.). I got the paneer tikka masala since I love the tikka masala sauce but I was not in the mood to eat meat. Paneer is a fresh cheese commonly found in Indian food. They have spice levels from mild, medium, spicy and very spicy. I got spicy :) ...and spicy it was! It had a build up of spice, which impressed me because most indian places do not serve very spicy things in fear of scaring their customers away. As for me, a person who is crazy for spice, the food fit the bill. We were all abusing the rice bowls and had to constantly ask for more water, but the waitresses were sweet enough to accomodate for us. The tikka masala sauce was creamy and flavorful, just right! The rice was perfectly cooked, not too dry or clumpy. Also, extra stars because they let us split the bill without any complaints. Thank you ladies! You're the best :) I'm definitely coming back and sending people your way.
(5)Stone Z.
Found them on Yelp and I was looking for delivery. I love Indian food. I have never had bad Indian food probably because there are so many spices. I ordered some take out here and it arrived on time in 1 hour. That is really good for delivery. I ordered the Nann bread, samosas, mango lassi and the chicken tikka masala. They have a minimum of $25 dollars an order. Their curry is not as thick as most other Indian places I have tried. Probably because they don't put as much cream in their curry. All in all it was a great dinner :D
(4)Vanessa T.
This is a cute little byob Indian restaurant on Main Street. We sat at the cubical table near the window because I thought the chairs were unique, although they weren't the most comfortable chairs. I ordered chicken tikka masala, tasted pretty good. The food here is not too bad, nothing amazing about it tho. The service is good, waitress was tentative.
(4)Sheldon A.
This was my first time ordering from this restaurant, I ordered the curry chicken, keema naan, gulab jamun and mango lassi. Everything was excellent the curry was flavorful even though I got the mild sauce, the naan was amazing and the mango lassi completed everything
(4)Gia M.
So I'm trying to get to know Manayunk better than I did in my college days, as I will shortly be living in the area. Laxmi's is a great find for my Indian food cravings. I went to Laxmi's for dinner with Jared J and we proceeded to order quite a lot of food. We started with naan (light and chewy; regular is $2.50) and the complimentary crispy bread (I forget the name) and the accompanying sauces. The mint chutney was especially good and was just a little more spicy than other versions I've had. We tried the chicken jalfrezi (vegetables in a red curry sauce) which was really yummy and very stew-like. We also ordered the chicken saagwala, which was much more spinachy than creamy (compared to other versions) and came with shaved ginger on top. The dish of rice seemed extra-large, or maybe I just wasn't very hungry, because we didn't have to order extra (usually I do). Each dish was $14 plate, and we had enough leftovers for a one-person dinner another day. The icing on the cake is that they do delivery, so I don't even have to leave the house if I want good Indian. However, there is a cool check-in offer for a free bowl of tasty tomato-basil soup (which has an Indian take and is more sour than American tomato soup).
(4)Justin M.
Some of the best Indian food I have ever had. The owner is always on the floor talking to customers and the wait staff is attentive. The food is why I went once a week not even joking. Everything and anything from here is a win. The only complaint I have or maybe its a positive its BYOB or BYOW.
(5)NewtoIthaca N.
We were so impressed by this place upon discovery that we dined here two days in a row. The staff is super friendly, the food is delicious, the atmosphere is beautiful, and the naan is one you'll probably have dreams about. Maybe just me? Foodie. Sorry not sorry! The chicken tikka masala and tandoori chicken were amazing so I'd highly recommend
(5)Becky A.
We just tried to eat at the one in Manayunk. It was pouring rain and we were soaked. The waitress told us they were closed except for reservations. The restaurant was empty, except for two tables. It was 830. It was suggested we get take out. We went to Han Dynasty instead. I suggest you do the same.
(1)Becca D.
I haven't had Indian food too often so I can't really speak to the authenticness of this place, but I loved it! I didn't think they were doing the Restaurant Week since it wasn't posted online, but was pleasantly surprised to see that they had a $20 menu! I got the mango lassi, dumplings, chicken jalfrezi, and naan. The boyfriend had everything the same except with paneer tikka masala. The chutneys on the table to start were delish! The mango lassi was very yummy and super filling in itself; I only had a few sips and decided to save the rest for "dessert." The dumplings were good, a tiny bit dry, but when paired with the chutneys, that fixed that problem real quick! My jalfrezi was very good, and the spice level perfect (I asked for medium), and the boyfriend's dish was on point as well. The naan, oh man I heart naan. It was cooked perfectly, fluffy yet crispy where it was supposed to be. I could've made an entire meal out of just dipping naan in my sauce. I didn't even eat half my entree and I was already stuffed and the boyfriend ate his entire meal, so I found the portions to be good. And now I have leftovers for lunch today! The place is small, quiet, and intimate. Service wasn't anything amazing other than just a person to bring you your food. It's BYOB which I have become more fond of these days. Glad to have this place as an option on Main St Manayunk!
(4)Jennifer R.
Another place to love simply for quality of the food. We only got delivery, so I'll have to give it a more detailed review when we try out the place. Some small portions for what we paid, but definitely some of the best indian around. The sauces were so well developed, it was almost worth the price. We got a spicy tikka masala and damn was it spot on. The Raita I got was $1 a spoonful ($3 for a tiny sauce cup), but was really tasty. There was some chutney included with mint that was bangin.
(4)Alexandria L.
This is the best Indian food I have ever had! My boyfriend and I went for dinner and loved it! The staff was incredibly friendly and the food was, like I said, incredible. They oven-bake their tandoori paneer and I am ruined for life... It's so flavorful I won't ever get paneer anywhere else. Plus, the chef will make the dishes to your level of spiciness, so everyone's palate is pleased!
(5)Dan C.
Laxmi's was a mixed bag. Shrimp tikka masala was fantastic. Amazing sauce. Boneless chicken tandori was pretty awful. Dry and lacked flavor. Garlic naan was good. Prices were higher than they should have been. So, I suppose it's a solid spot if you get the right things, but a real miss if you don't.
(3)James M.
Went out to eat here with my friends the other week. The naan was amazing. Staff was very polite and friendly. If you're looking for good Indian food this is the place to go!
(4)Kara S.
First time having Indian food and I was very impressed. I had the tandoori paneer platter and the garlic naan. It was absolutely delicious, and I had enough food to last for several meals.
(4)Jayme A.
So disappointed. Tried to come here today with my fiancé who has never had Indian food before. I'm 8 months pregnant and craving this delicious food. I walked in and was asked to wait. In waiting I hear the waitress tell the only other patron that there's no rice and if he wants some he will have to wait awhile. She then turns and asked me if I wanted a table. I said yes please. She said well we close soon so we can't do that only take out. I could understand if I came 10 or 15 minutes to closing. But it was almost 2:30 and they don't close until 3. So instead I opted to take my business elsewhere. I actually really love this place but today I was a bit let down.
(2)Phil Q.
Great indian food. BYOB makes it very worthwhile. I always have enough for leftovers and they will send you home with more rice. Make the sauce and the meat last and you won't regret it!
(5)Lindsay M.
This little restaurant is a gem. I'm from the UK where we really are spoiled for great Indian cuisine. This is up there with the best of them. Never disappoints. The samosas are excellent and the chicken tikka masala is always fiery (we always order spicy) and delicious with tender chicken pieces. The korma is creamy and decadent, naan lovely and fresh and does a great job of mopping up the delicious sauces. Keep up the great work!!
(5)IvoryCycle I.
Some delicious Indian food. I have been to many indian restaurants. This place seems to be less greasy than others. I usually order curry, but I had the guts to try something new based on the waitress' recommendation. My friend and enjoyed one of the last hot summer days in the pleasant atmosphere inside. Besides service being rather slow (we had a concert to get to), they were very friendly and took care of us kindly. Highly recommend.
(4)Jessica T.
Service sucks, get takeout; the food is delicious. Food is five stars. One star is taken for slow and inattentive and slightly rude staff. My waitress was impatient and didn't want to explain what came on the appetizer we wanted to order.Sorry for trying something new! I can't read Indian... I'm sure it's part of your job to explain it. Last time, the waiter explained dishes but was just a bit slow and inattentive. I've been getting take out ever since
(4)Negar M.
the staff is very friendly and polite!!! their food is great! everything is very fresh and taste awesome. love it and i think it's def worth not just to try but to go back to. Saag Panir is great with panir or lamb or chicken their soups are great naan is awesome mango chutney is a must!!!
(5)Magda W.
My husband and I LOVE Laxmi's the food is always amazing and the service is fast. Usually we order online through GrubHub and they are very prompt about delivery. Be careful about the spice level that you order it is very inconsistent. Some days medium is medium and some days it's on fire.
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