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India Bistro - Reviews
2301 NW Market St, 98107 Seattle
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Disappointing Value Box & Rude Service
I purchased a $24 value box from the Too Good To Go app and was very disappointed. It contained only one small meal, which was less than a standard $12 lunch box. I would advise others to be cautious if considering ordering through the app.
Additionally, the woman working at the establishment was unnecessarily rude during pickup.
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- Delivery
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- Takeout
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- Lunch
Wait Time
- Long (31+ min.)
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Extremely Rude Service, Unpleasant Experience
I came in to pick up a to-go order, and the lady at the counter named Veronica was extremely rude. She was disrespectful, delayed giving me my order, and spoke in an insulting manner. This was a very unpleasant experience, and it will be my first and last time ordering from this place.
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- disrespectful1
- delayed giving me my order2
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- Food Exploration
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- Solo Dinner
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- Solo
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- Takeout
2
Disappointing TGTG Box Experience
My experience with the TGTG box was largely negative. Firstly, parking around the restaurant is impossible, and I wouldn't risk parking in a non-designated zone due to the potential for towing or tickets. Secondly, the lady who handed me the box was rude, acting as if she were giving me something for free, despite me having paid for it.
Thirdly, the box was not vegetarian as expected; it contained a couple of pieces of meat (possibly chicken) and a couple of pieces of tofu. Overall, the box was definitely not worth $25, I'd say it was only worth about $8. I would not recommend ordering this due to the significant hassle involved.
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- lady who handed me the box2
- veggie box2
Price per Person
- $1–$10
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- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Takeout
Meal Type
- Dinner
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
2
Disappointing Too Good To Go Experience
I used the Too Good To Go app and was very disappointed with the selection. There were only vegetables and rice available, which did not feel like a good value for the "$25" price. It seemed more like a $10 meal that was overcharged.
Additionally, parking was impossible to find. I won't be returning.
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- parking1
- price2
Price per Person
- $11–$20
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- Quick Meal
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- Dine-in
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- Lunch
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
9
Incredible Value Buffet Lunch
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic, especially considering the value. The lunch buffet is a steal at an unbeatable price. It's an all-you-can-eat with no time limit, and the food quality is just as good as ordering à la carte.
While it's not the most extensive buffet, featuring some salads, about six Indian staples like tandoori and butter chicken, and a couple of desserts (with no drinks included), the food itself is excellent. I also tried a chai, a mango lassi, and a rasmalai, all of which were delicious. The reviewer noted that most buffet items are gluten-free and there are several presumably vegan options, though they aren't labeled.
Parking is free street parking, but can be somewhat difficult to find. The atmosphere and service were rated a perfect 5, and food a 5. It's also wheelchair-accessible and there was no wait time.
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- all-you-can-eat9
- food quality9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
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- Delivery
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- Couple
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- Couple
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- Takeout
3
Disappointing Takeout Experience
We got takeout from Indian Bistro, and it wasn't the same as eating in the restaurant. The portions were smaller, and we were a little disappointed.
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- Quick Meal
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- Solo Dinner
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- Solo
Service Type
- Takeout
1
Scammed by good2go deal
My experience with good2go from this restaurant was a complete scam. I purchased two deals: one advertised as a "$25 value" for $8, which turned out to be half a portion of leftover rice and a vegetarian dish with only carrots and peas, lacking paneer or lentils. It also included a tiny leg of tandoori chicken, cut in half, barely enough food for one person.
The claim of a $25 value was ridiculous. The second deal, a "$10 value" for $4, was just a small styrofoam cup of leftover chai tea from the buffet. It was incredibly insulting.
To top it off, the staff were rude when I went to pick up my order.
- vegetarian dish1
- tandoori chicken1
- Chai tea1
Price per Person
- $11–$20
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- Quick Meal
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- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
10
Excellent Lunch Buffet & Friendly Service
I saw the sign while driving by and decided to try the lunch buffet, and I'm so glad I did! The food was excellent, and the service was friendly. The atmosphere was nice, perfect for relaxing and watching Market Street on a rainy afternoon.
Both the lunch buffet and lunch specials are very reasonably priced. I highly recommend it!
- food10
- service9
- atmosphere9
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- Tourist Experience
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- Takeout
9
Flavorful Food and Friendly Service!
I definitely recommend going there! The food was flavorful and not too spicy, which is great for those who enjoy good food but can't handle a lot of heat. I ordered menu #1 to go, which included butter chicken, chana masala, cocktail samosas, rice, and naan.
It was very well-balanced in terms of price, quality, and portion size. The owner was a very friendly person and even helped me while I was counting money, as I'm not from the USA. He also provided good touristic spots advice.
- food9
- menu #19
- price8
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- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
2
Disappointing Korma Experience
My dining experience was below mediocre at best. I ordered the chicken korma, which surprisingly contained peas. The sauce was bland and flavorless, lacking any complexity.
Mother India is significantly better than this establishment.
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