Max
Ate here a few times, it is my favorite indian place i have had in kansas. As someone who grew up with an indian family, i am very well acquainted with this food and here it is spot on. The chef Mohinder Pal is a critically acclaimed chef recognized by many publications and such, and for good reason.
The portions are generous and the taste is authentic, very flavorful. I enjoy spicy foods, the spice is there but it doesnt overpower the dish. We had the chicken tiki masala, beef vindaloo, veg samosas, garlic naan, and masala chai.
The staff and Mohinder are very kind. He took my order and as i waited, i had masala chai, and he refilled it before i left without me asking.
Highly recommended to anyone who has or never had indian food. If this is your first time, eat here so you know what indian food is, and you arent eating some americanized indian buffet or something.
I live in Lawrence but anytime i am in topeka, i try to find an excuse to make my way to Pal’s. Thank you Mohinder and staff for all you do, wish you were in lawrence!
… moreChristina Lewis
I had the chicken tikki marsala, tandoori chicken, and dal tarka (3 entree sampler for $19).. comes with those yummy sauces, rice pudding and naan! To say it was delicious is an understatement. Everything is exploding with flavor, and they are mindful explaining all the different levels of heat. I ❤️ spicy, so there are no issues with that for me, though!
There’s also something to be said about eating in a chill, clean, and welcoming environment.. it seems to make already good food taste even better!!
Add on a mango Lassi for a cool, sweet treat. It’s like a creamy mango smoothie..
… moreNaketa Lawrence
I love love love authentic Indian food! I especially appreciate the owner for coming to our table to make sure all was well. He chatted with us for a while and brought out some mango ice cream for us to try!
… moreJason S
Pal is THE REAL DEAL. If you love Indian food, you can’t go wrong with anything you order. He was a chef at my old company, and lines of 50+ employees at a time would form for his station. I’m thrilled that he has his own restaurant, and that his food is as good as I remember. I’m not going to fault a busy restaurant owner on “atmosphere,” as this is likely primarily a take-out place. He’s doing what he can with sturdy paper plates. The staff will even bring your food out to you! Whatever you order… you HAVE to try the Gobhi Manchurian! You’ve never known cauliflower could knock it out of the park (and be spicy) until you’ve had that!
… moreLenard Lopez-Ortiz
Wonderful service and great atmosphere. And yummmmm. It was very very good. The cashier was very kind and you could tell she likes her job. Cook did amazing and they were both just very kind and social. Wait time for the food was very quick. The smallest portion could be 2-3 servings. It feels pricy but they give you a generous serving. worth it to try, and to return. If its 2 people order one meal like I said they give you a generous portion.
… moreDawn C
Amazing! The food is authentic, delicious and full of flavor. The service was great and we feel no need to search for a different Indian Food restaurant. This is our spot for Indian Food from now on.
… moreNicholas Gragson
Powell Indian is won me over as my favorite Indian restaurant in town. The owner is very kind and very courteous. I always get large portions that taste great. I love this restaurant me and my girl try to go weekly.
… moreAshton Burrows
The best Tandoori chicken I’ve ever had. Having recently returned from Malaysia and Thailand, my wife says it’s the best Indian food she’s ever had over all. I highly recommend the chicken saag. Lots of places can make a good tikka masala, but not many places can make chicken saag like Pal. You might end up waiting a little bit for dinner, but it’s because Pal makes it all himself.
… moreAuditor Doscientos Veintitres
Loved the chickpea curry (I forgot its name in the menu). Only thing is that “medium” is hotter than Cheetos XXtra hot.
Edit: In my second visit I got a sampler with chickpea, mango beef, and chicken tandoori. I was offered three sauces. Although they are delicious I didn’t need them as the food was a delicious blast of flavor on its own. The best being the chicken tandoori.
I was offered a rice pudding as dessert. It was pureed with some traces of grains. Although I prefer rice pudding mostly with whole rice grains I enjoyed its sweet clove flavor with a touch of ginger.
This is a “must visit” in Topeka.
… moreElyzabeth Yearby
Nailed it. Was looking to try something new and wasn’t disappointed at all. The establishment is small however it’s clean and the staff was so very professional. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner and him freshly preparing our meal for us. We ordered quite a bit as it was our first time having Indian food and the owner is a chef so why not. Is a family atmosphere they are no alcohol beverages available for purchase. Wheelchair accessible a little pricey so was recommended to go during lunch hour. Definitely would recommend.
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