NAMASTE INDIA

Exceptionally Attentive Staff, Unforgettable Flavors!

Amidst the tumultuous sea of mixed reviews surrounding Namaste India, I ventured in with curiosity, and maybe just a hint of trepidation, armed with little more than an open mind and a spirited appetite. True, previous diners have reported nights overshadowed by not entirely metaphorical storms—questionable chicken reportedly the primary culprit—but something about the lively chime of recommendation and a curiosity for redemption steered me further into its cozy embrace. Once inside, I was met with warmth, not just from the aroma of spices infusing the air but from the smiling staff who navigated the bustling room with grace reminiscent of seasoned seafarers more familiar with our crowded pathways than land-bound customers.

Observing the flurry of human motion around me gave testament both to the buzz of popularity and the strains of demand on commendably attentive servers. Finding balance in such chaos is nearly heroic, and here, most performances earned encomiums, especially Bhagya, a name echoing more than once in the chorus of prior visitors’ acclaim—rightfully so. For amidst the whirls and eddies, delivered was a Kozhi Varutharacha Curry, a dish so sumptuously earthed in spice its soulful heat tipped me pleasantly windward toward culinary bliss. My companions perhaps danced closer along tradition—gobbling tangy bites of Gobi 65 like they would matinee popcorn. Judging from these highlights, when Namaste India shines, it dares offer that immaculate blend of bustling cheer and quiet comfort punctuated by remarkable flavor—a dance far nimbler, and yes, far warmer, than discord could stamp out. — Audrey Al Dente