Large plates of Indian staples served in a peaceful setting with a lunchtime buffet.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1060 Old Marion Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Phone: (319) 294-6999
Website: http://www.toicr.com/
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Reviews
The atmosphere was a perfect combination of cozy and ornate. The tables were spread out in a way that didn’t make the place feel crowded (even though the place was full)!
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The food was out of this world! I’ve had Indian food all across the States and I can confidently say, this is some of the best and highest quality out there.
You can tell a lot of heart and craft went into these dishes. The flavors were dynamic and everything was just…perfection.
Appetizers: Samosas & Aloo Pakora
Entrees: Lamb Korma, Palak Paneer, and Navrattan Korma
Side: Garlic Naan
Dessert: Tiramisu Mousse & Blueberry Lemon bread
Drinks: Mango Lassi, Snapdragon Riesling, and Kingfisher
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And finally, the service was TOP NOTCH.
Andrew was our primary server – he was attentive, responsive, funny, and kind.
On top of that, the other members of staff and management checked in as well to ensure the food was to our liking (which it very much was) and also made some great recommendations for next time.
We cannot wait to return and try more items off the menu!
Hand up accountability – I ordered food for a party of one this evening. My DoorDash driver 100% thought there was a family of four on the other end. We all know that’s why we have them leave the order outside. No rational person wants to feel the searing gaze of judgment. Listen when the food is this good though it’s not your fault. If you don’t make it past the Starters on the menu I think we can all relate.
Every now and again the kitchen gets a little loosey goosey with the spice level and we just have to accept that. Every one of us knows the game we’re playing when we ordering Indian Food.
Best Indian food in Cedar Rapids and it’s not even close.
We both love Indian cuisine, and I was happy that Laura, who is a regular, recommended them for lunch.
We were seated instantly and the service was brisk. Our waitstaff, which included several rotating individuals, gave us time to chat but were nearby when it was time to place our order.
I like to order a dish I am familiar with, the idea being that I have had it in several establishments and can compare it to the others.
I chose Baingan Bharta, a roasted eggplant dish, usually richly spiced, that I am quite fond of.
Laura chose the daily luncheon special, which is a combination meal of 2-3 dishes with naan and rice.
Her three-dish combo consisted of Butter Chicken, Chicken Korma, and Vegetable Makhani.
Firstly, a few words about the presentation of the special.
The dishes were served in a bento box, which I found not only functional but charming.
I had actually ordered the same special to take home for my partner, so I was able to taste the dishes.
The chicken was plentiful and the sauces were silky and flavorful.
I like the idea of smaller portions of multiple dishes. It allows one to sample different tastes in a single meal.
My dish was delectable! The eggplant was very well roasted, and the spice was rich and deep. I enjoyed this version of it, and the only word that comes to mind to describe its flavor is… dark.
It was different than many other preparations, and I couldn’t say that one was better than the other, but this dish definitely stood out from the crowd.
We also enjoyed an appetizer, Vegetable Cutlets, mildly spiced potato & green peas patties served with tamarind & cilantro chutney.
This was a completely new dish for me, and I found the patties to be mild (as advertised), and very satisfying as they are quite dense.
The consistency and flavor married well with the two sauces and I quartered the patties into delightful little bites.
It was a wonderful lunch, I very much enjoyed the company (thanks, Laura ), the bustling, bright, and clean setting, and the yummy food!
I will return to taste their version of another favorite of mine, Gobi (Gobhi) Manchurian.
As well as try a few new dishes, most notably Gobhi 65, cauliflower florets, deep fried and sauteed with house special masala sauce, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and topped with cilantro.
Yum‼️
@RickiGoesOut
Service was fast. Food was fast.
Restaurant atmosphere: although some parts are well-worn (seat cushions), the restaurant was clean.