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Approximately a year after its inauguration, Bharath Cafe has become a sensation in Cary, celebrated for its impeccable Biryanis, mouth-watering chaat, flavorful curries, South Indian breakfasts, and authentic Indian flavors. Inspired by the enthusiastic feedback from our cherished customers, we’re thrilled to bring our delectable offerings to Chapel Hill! Our new location aims to serve local residents, university students, and medical professionals with our signature passion for quality and taste. Our mission is to provide sensational food and unforgettable dining experiences. Experience the best Indian restaurant in Chapel Hill, spreading the love for authentic Indian cuisine throughout this vibrant area. Join us today!
Hours
| Tuesday | 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1704 E Franklin St Suite A, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Phone: (984) 444-2966
Website: https://bharathcafenc.com/bharathcafefranklin?utm_source=google
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Reviews
Leigh T
We were curious to try this new-ish Indian restaurant and wow am I glad we did because the food was delicious. Also there were many dishes on the menu that I had not heard of or tried before, even though we are fans of Indian food and have eaten at many different restaurants. They had a great version of the “standard” Chicken 65 but also Chicken 555, which was new to me and delightful. I’m not a foodie and don’t know how to accurately describe the dishes but what fun to find a restaurant that offers new-to-you versions of food you love. We did take-out; the restaurant itself is not large but is bright and clean, and we were immediately greeted and promptly served. I do think it would be helpful to add more description of the ingredients of dishes to the menu to make it easier for inexperienced diners to figure out what they might like, but on the other hand it’s not difficult to just Google the dish names to figure this out. I’m so happy to have found this and look forward to many more interesting and delicious meals!
… moreharish chilukamarri
The New Bharath Cafe is a great addition to Chapel Hill’s restaurant scene. My family and I had an amazing time trying their delicious dishes. The curry leaf baby corn was crispy and full of flavor, and the ABC paneer was definitely a highlight—it’s no wonder it’s called the chef’s special. The samosas, with their tasty potato filling, were cooked perfectly and paired really well with the mint chutney.
For the main course, the goat curry was tender and flavorful, and the Karaikudi chicken curry had such authentic spices that it reminded me of being in India. The Vijayawada biryani was incredible—probably the best biryani I’ve had in town—and the ghee roast mutton biryani was equally fantastic. The butter chicken with chapathi was creamy and paired perfectly with the fresh chapathis.
We ended the meal with the gulab jamun cutlet, which was a unique and tasty dessert. Overall, the food was amazing, the flavors were authentic, and the service was great. The New Bharath Cafe is definitely worth a visit, and we can’t wait to go back!
… moreFor the main course, the goat curry was tender and flavorful, and the Karaikudi chicken curry had such authentic spices that it reminded me of being in India. The Vijayawada biryani was incredible—probably the best biryani I’ve had in town—and the ghee roast mutton biryani was equally fantastic. The butter chicken with chapathi was creamy and paired perfectly with the fresh chapathis.
We ended the meal with the gulab jamun cutlet, which was a unique and tasty dessert. Overall, the food was amazing, the flavors were authentic, and the service was great. The New Bharath Cafe is definitely worth a visit, and we can’t wait to go back!
Tyler Whitmore
Stopped by on a Saturday evening for dinner. Brought the whole family (wife and 2 small children) no issues with seating and staff was friendly with the kids.
Ordered two appetizers and split the weekend special Fried Chicken Biryani. Food was made fast and fresh and staff made sure we were taken care of. Good portions so we had leftovers to take home. My wife liked the ABC Paneer so much we had to get another order to go.
If you’re in Chapel Hill and want Indian, this is a great place to try.
… moreOrdered two appetizers and split the weekend special Fried Chicken Biryani. Food was made fast and fresh and staff made sure we were taken care of. Good portions so we had leftovers to take home. My wife liked the ABC Paneer so much we had to get another order to go.
If you’re in Chapel Hill and want Indian, this is a great place to try.
Anvesh Bollam
I must say, this new Indian restaurant is a fantastic addition to the area. My family and I went there recently, and we were thoroughly impressed with the food and service.
Their biryanis are truly the highlight. We tried the Mutton Ghee Roast Biryani and the Vijayawada Chicken Biryani, and both were absolutely amazing. The flavors were spot on, the meat was tender, and the rice had that perfect aroma and texture. The South Indian Spicy Chicken Biryani was another winner—just the right amount of spice to make it memorable. As a starter, the Chicken 65 was crispy, tasty, and full of flavor.
For vegetarians, they have some really great options too. The ABC Chef’s Special Paneer was outstanding—the paneer was fresh, soft, and paired with a delicious, flavorful gravy. The Vegetable Kheema Pulav was another dish we absolutely loved.
The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it an ideal spot for a family dinner. The staff were so attentive and friendly, making sure we had a wonderful experience from start to finish.
Honestly, this has to be the best place for authentic Indian biryanis in Chapel Hill. The food is amazing, the service is top-notch, and the overall experience is delightful. I’m so glad we have such a gem in our neighborhood.
To the team:
Please keep up the great work and continue serving such wonderful food!
… moreTheir biryanis are truly the highlight. We tried the Mutton Ghee Roast Biryani and the Vijayawada Chicken Biryani, and both were absolutely amazing. The flavors were spot on, the meat was tender, and the rice had that perfect aroma and texture. The South Indian Spicy Chicken Biryani was another winner—just the right amount of spice to make it memorable. As a starter, the Chicken 65 was crispy, tasty, and full of flavor.
For vegetarians, they have some really great options too. The ABC Chef’s Special Paneer was outstanding—the paneer was fresh, soft, and paired with a delicious, flavorful gravy. The Vegetable Kheema Pulav was another dish we absolutely loved.
The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it an ideal spot for a family dinner. The staff were so attentive and friendly, making sure we had a wonderful experience from start to finish.
Honestly, this has to be the best place for authentic Indian biryanis in Chapel Hill. The food is amazing, the service is top-notch, and the overall experience is delightful. I’m so glad we have such a gem in our neighborhood.
To the team:
Please keep up the great work and continue serving such wonderful food!
Sarai Rodriguez
Very kind employee. But the food was terrible, chicken with lots of bones, no flavor, and my chicken had a hair, the garlic naan was chewy. I do not recommend, I have no idea how this place has good ratings in google.
… moreJake Vyper
The newly-opened Bharath Cafe at E. Franklin St. is the most authentic Indian restaurant I’ve been to in Chapel Hill, NC. Compared to many Indian restaurants in the area, Bharath has a more casual style, offering an exciting variety of authentic Indian biryanis, curries, vegetarian & non-vegetarian appetizers, naans, desserts, and imported beverages.
From the outside of the cafe, people can smell the fresh & savory spices they use for their curries & biryanis, which they serve in 3 spice levels: low, medium & high. Unlike what many Americanized Indian restaurants offer, Bharath’s dishes are made with fresh ingredients, a variety of masala spices straight from India, with no preservatives. There’s a head chef who assembles their secret recipe for Bharath’s 2 locations: Cary & the newer Chapel Hill cafe.
Most of Bharath’s biryanis & curries are named after real places in India. Non-Indian casual foodies like myself may not be familiar to the differences of their biryanis just by glancing at Bharath’s brochure-like menu, so I asked them to help guide readers of this review:
– Gongura has a tingling, lemonish flavor
– Ulavacharu has lentil soup, calcium & iron-rich
– Vijayawada is more plain/standard biryani & boneless
Bharath’s biryanis are served in a traditionsl way as they come with 2 sauces:
1. Raita – white sauce made with spices & vegetables
2. Salan – a spicier, gravy-like sauce
Both of these sauces enhance the flavor of biryanis, with the former being able to counter the spiciness.
I had the pleasure to try out 6 of Bharath’s authentic dishes (medium spicy), and here are my thoughts:
1. Chef’s Special Paneer – The best Indian appetizer & best paneer I’ve ever tried. Its deep-fried, crunchy texture, chili & sour cream-based spices create a heavenly taste.
2. Ghee Roast Mutton Biryani – Highly-recommended if you prefer goat. The meat is so tender, and the spices are so well-infused with the aromatic rice and lemon.
3. Vijayawada Chicken – Standard chicken biryani with mix of bay leaves, cinnamon, coconut & cashews-based. The medium spicy level was just right.
4. Curry Leaf Baby Corn – Veg. appetizer with powder curry leaf, tasted healthy. Not a big fan but vegetarians will probably enjoy this more.
5. Karaikudi Chicken – perfectly cooked chicken curry loaded with flavors that just hit the right notes
6. Butter Chicken – One of my clear favorites and the best perfectly-cut & cooked butter chicken I’ve tried. Its creamy tomato-based & butter sauce over biryani rice or on top of Chapati is just pure bliss.
The biryanis come in 2 sizes: Regular for 1 person ($16 to $19); Family Size for 3 people ($33-$38). One of the strengths of Barath Cafe is that they are able to serve authentic curry and biryani dishes with the flexibility to cater and adjust based on customers’ preferences.
Bharath Cafe’s ambiance is as warm and welcoming as its customer service. Bharath’s professional website and mobile app with clear photos & detailed descriptions of each item in the menu make it easy for customers to order.
I haven’t been to the first Bharath Cafe in Cary, NC that opened last year, but based on customers’ reviews, it looks like it’s thriving well. When I asked the owner Chari why they decided to open a Chapel Hill location, he said that he saw a gap, a lack of authentic Indian food in the area, and I agreed. I’ve tried a few Indian spots in downtown & other parts of Chapel Hill, and none of them tasted as authentic as what Bharath Cafe offers.
… moreFrom the outside of the cafe, people can smell the fresh & savory spices they use for their curries & biryanis, which they serve in 3 spice levels: low, medium & high. Unlike what many Americanized Indian restaurants offer, Bharath’s dishes are made with fresh ingredients, a variety of masala spices straight from India, with no preservatives. There’s a head chef who assembles their secret recipe for Bharath’s 2 locations: Cary & the newer Chapel Hill cafe.
Most of Bharath’s biryanis & curries are named after real places in India. Non-Indian casual foodies like myself may not be familiar to the differences of their biryanis just by glancing at Bharath’s brochure-like menu, so I asked them to help guide readers of this review:
– Gongura has a tingling, lemonish flavor
– Ulavacharu has lentil soup, calcium & iron-rich
– Vijayawada is more plain/standard biryani & boneless
Bharath’s biryanis are served in a traditionsl way as they come with 2 sauces:
1. Raita – white sauce made with spices & vegetables
2. Salan – a spicier, gravy-like sauce
Both of these sauces enhance the flavor of biryanis, with the former being able to counter the spiciness.
I had the pleasure to try out 6 of Bharath’s authentic dishes (medium spicy), and here are my thoughts:
1. Chef’s Special Paneer – The best Indian appetizer & best paneer I’ve ever tried. Its deep-fried, crunchy texture, chili & sour cream-based spices create a heavenly taste.
2. Ghee Roast Mutton Biryani – Highly-recommended if you prefer goat. The meat is so tender, and the spices are so well-infused with the aromatic rice and lemon.
3. Vijayawada Chicken – Standard chicken biryani with mix of bay leaves, cinnamon, coconut & cashews-based. The medium spicy level was just right.
4. Curry Leaf Baby Corn – Veg. appetizer with powder curry leaf, tasted healthy. Not a big fan but vegetarians will probably enjoy this more.
5. Karaikudi Chicken – perfectly cooked chicken curry loaded with flavors that just hit the right notes
6. Butter Chicken – One of my clear favorites and the best perfectly-cut & cooked butter chicken I’ve tried. Its creamy tomato-based & butter sauce over biryani rice or on top of Chapati is just pure bliss.
The biryanis come in 2 sizes: Regular for 1 person ($16 to $19); Family Size for 3 people ($33-$38). One of the strengths of Barath Cafe is that they are able to serve authentic curry and biryani dishes with the flexibility to cater and adjust based on customers’ preferences.
Bharath Cafe’s ambiance is as warm and welcoming as its customer service. Bharath’s professional website and mobile app with clear photos & detailed descriptions of each item in the menu make it easy for customers to order.
I haven’t been to the first Bharath Cafe in Cary, NC that opened last year, but based on customers’ reviews, it looks like it’s thriving well. When I asked the owner Chari why they decided to open a Chapel Hill location, he said that he saw a gap, a lack of authentic Indian food in the area, and I agreed. I’ve tried a few Indian spots in downtown & other parts of Chapel Hill, and none of them tasted as authentic as what Bharath Cafe offers.
Padma Gunturi
We had a great time dinning at Bharath Cafe. There are lots of unique varieties. We liked the soft nans and gogura paneer curry. Great service and friendly staff.
… moreElizabeth Ekstrand
Amazing butter chicken and samosas! Not too spicy and not too mild either. Also a huge fan of the chai. The staff was very attentive and the food was absolutely delicious. I was sad to see the limited traffic on a Saturday night – really hoping more people discover this place for high quality takeout. It’s very clear that they prepare the food fresh and don’t just have it sitting in a heated tub. Highly recommend.
… moreEleanor Lacy
Loved this new spot in town. Enjoyed the gobi manchurian, not too sticky and sweet and fragrant with curry leaves. Tried one of the weekend special biryanis, a very elegant coconut milk and chicken curry one. So tasty. Looking forward to returning and trying many more dishes. Lots of veg choices. And a dosa breakfast service starting soon. Everything was served in takeout containers. I don’t enjoy eating out of takeout boxes or with plastic cutlery. But I’ll survive. The food was very very good.
… moreKen Rattana
Great flavors! Chicken Fry Pieces Biriyani Weekend Special. High spice level was perfect for my liking. Sweets and Mango Lassi.
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