India Bistro

11/18/09

The food is just the bonus. . .

by CourtneyD at Citysearch

My husband and I felt obliged to write a review about our our amazing experience tonight at India Bistro in Ballard. After being stuck in traffic (argghh) we swung by Indian Bistro to grab takeout and while we waited one of the gals on staff pointed out that our car was getting a parking ticket. (argghh x2) After a failed negotiation with the meter maid, we received our food and were on our way out when a member of the staff presented us with a gift certificate to compensate for our parking ticket. Now, we fully accept that we deserved the parking ticket, however Indian Bistro went out of their way to make the situation more enjoyable and by doing so, they have landed two customers for life and lots of referrals. As you can see, the food is just the bonus (it was really good), but the staff saved the day. Thanks Indian Bistro for bringing smiles to our faces!

• Pros: Staff, Food, Nice Ambiance
• Cons: None tonight!

09/27/09

Just post your hours!

by Montana74 at Citysearch

It was 8:30pm on a Sunday with no hours stated on the front door. There were 3-4 other tables still in the restaurant so we decided to go in and order, looking for a quick meal. Within 30 minutes all the other tables were gone, the staff had finished their work and all gathered at the front (some on cell phones), the chef had changed clothes and took a stool by our table and stared at us--seriously, for a very long time and wouldn't look away even after I looked at him far past what is generally comfortable. I ended up in a staring contest with this creep through my meal!!-- nobody ever came over to ask how we enjoyed the meal or offered anything else to drink, etc until we were done eating... at which point they swarmed, throwing half our togo food away on accident/apathy. It was horrible service. When I asked why they didn't just post their hours or tell us they were done serving when we walked in, the owner told me, "well that's not the way it is." Thanks man. I guess you have it all figured out for both of us. It's been about 5 years since we last ate there and it will be another 5 before we do it again... because obviously I don't understand anything.

• Pros: Great Food
• Cons: Bad Service

01/30/08

Go to the buffet!!!

by Punkyboo52 at Citysearch

We caught the very end of the buffet and I was thinking there wouldn't be much left but it was still fresh and hot and wonderful! They kept it stocked and full with a huge variety, several dishes to choose from. It is the best Indian food I've ever had and the price just can't be beat. AND, you can park at the park and ride and walk up the block. We didn't have to be waited on since it was a buffet but the staff were all very nice.

• Pros: Parking, anbiance, great food

12/02/07

Best Indian restaurant in Seattle!!!

by mikeandcarrie at Citysearch

Highly, highly recommended. You should go here. My wife and I live in Ballard and we are so happy to have this restaurant in our neighborhood. Great food and the service is excellent. The decor is simple so don't expect a theme restaurant. We always have a great time. They are just as nice with to-go orders as they are with dine in. Very nice employees and the owner always thanks us and appreciates the business. The price is very reasonable and you can stuff two people with food and drinks in under forty to fifty dollars. This place is worth your business and they always make the lunch or dinner special.

08/26/07

Great Food and price, slow-bad service

by kiwicharles at Citysearch

Walking up to the place there was a wait and I was excited for a great experience. I was prepaired for a wait and was told 20 min, not bad. However they were telling everyone 20 min wait but for everyone it was around 45 min. They need to be more real in regards to their wait times. After sitting down we ordered two dishes, nann bread, and a app. sample. Then the wait began as we first waited 10 min for our app. and then another 30 min for our food. The place is pretty small so the wait should not be that long. Also no servers came up to say how long it will be or they were sorry. All the waitstaff were not very interested in their customers. I hate to give this place a 3 star because the food was very very good and the price was very reasonable but bad service should not happen becuase they are many great places to eat in Seattle. I may try this place again as it was good and maybe it was an off night.

• Pros: Great food, cute restaurant, great prices
• Cons: Very bad and lazy service, long waits for food