Bollywood Theater
Indian Restaurant$$$$
Portland
"Pork vindaloo was great, busy on the weekends but worth the wait!"(10 Tips)
"Biryani is great, lots of good spiced veggie dishes, kati roll"(10 Tips)
"Pork vindaloo, chicken curry, lamb samosa, chai tea"(5 Tips)
"yogurt-topped papri chaat"(2 Tips)
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- Jenn YJuly 17, 2014Vibrant and hip atmosphere. But more importantly, food that is OUT OF THIS WORLD. Focusing on Indian street food, if you like Indian food and spices, this is a can't miss.Upvote8Downvote
AmateurConciergeAugust 27, 2015Great fast casual Indian. All the best stuff I had was from the specials list (kale pakora, sweet potato chaat, watermelon masala gin, etc) Lamb samosas were great. Skip the curry chicken.
Upvote5Downvote- EaterJanuary 8, 2014The high-energy spot offers one of Portland's most unique menus by focusing on less-discovered spices: fried vada pavs, refreshing yogurt-topped papri chaat, spicy Goan-style shrimp. [Eater 38 Member]
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Kat SongJanuary 2, 2018We had the lamb samosas which were very dense and filling. We also had the shrimp dish and pork vindaloo that came with out of this world buttered rolls. Everything was delicious!
UpvoteDownvote- Lears FoolAugust 18, 2015The samosa sincerely rocks. Get the spicy chili by the utensils. Combined w/ bites of the sweet tomato + raisin chutney = Mouth winning. (The kati rolls are rather Americanized.)
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Even if you think you hate okra, you should try it here. Paper thin cut, crispy fried. Everything else is also excellent here, but that plus bhel puri are my faves.
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Raksha RathnamJune 24, 2012A must MUST!! This is the closest to Indian street food that I have eaten in the US. And I was not disappointed. The bhel puri is good. Papdi chaat is awesome and Kati rolls are the best!Upvote1Downvote
Connie ChiuAugust 4, 2016Oh my jeebus I'm all about this spot. Not exactly the authentic style it's damn delicious. Highlights: beets, okra, lamb samosas, and pork vindaloo.UpvoteDownvote
Sylvia FloresAugust 12, 2014Best Indian chaat aka snack place I've been to in the USA. Definitely worth a stop here. Order all on the menu if you can!
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Nadia KNovember 3, 2016The small plate of chicken curry is delicious. And a side of okra for appetizers. Definitely pair with a hot chai, mmmmm!
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Stacy Bo BacyJune 24, 2018Very tasty and filling. The samosas (not pictured here) are the best I’ve ever had.
UpvoteDownvote- Mary DawsonAugust 2, 2017Delicious Indian food and really cool atmosphere! Ordered the Chicken Curry Dinner and was very satisfied!
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Wondering FeetJuly 2, 2017Nice outdoor seating area, pretty authentic food! Saffron rice was amazing, vada pav as well.
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Razor XOctober 16, 2016Dahi papdi Chat was spicy but tasty - 7/10... Vada pav was very good - 8/10.... others ate pav bhaji - 5/10... paneer Kathi roll - 4/10... chicken kathi roll 5/10UpvoteDownvote
Michael PoleyMarch 25, 2014Everything here is amazing, including you for deciding to come here. Pro tip: Go to Salt & Straw for dessert!
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Sara JoyJune 29, 2017Indian street food. Fun environment, delicious food... not your typical "americanized" indian food. They have another location down on Division.UpvoteDownvote
QuinteinFebruary 20, 2017Great Indian food bowls. Some of the portions may look small but they are very filling.UpvoteDownvote
Sushant BhosaleAugust 24, 2012Whoa! This place is the closest to Indian taste I have had in the US! Totally feels like India in here. Try the Goan Shrimp Curry.Upvote1Downvote
Rene PotJuly 7, 2017Get here a bit earlier to avoid the line! Chicken Curry is a classic and very delicious!UpvoteDownvote
Loved the crispy, zingy Bhel Phuri and the Pav Bhaji's grilled buttery rolls topped with tomato-based mash. Delicious!UpvoteDownvote
Maggi PppppppAugust 16, 2013Kati roll with pander is outrageously good. Side of beets with cumin seeds and yoghurt also delicious.UpvoteDownvote
Peter TrapassoJuly 1, 2013Sit by the open wall for a delightful cross-breeze in the summer!
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The Pav Bhaji is a must have and also everything else on the menu haha.UpvoteDownvote
Beets here are the best in the city. Anyone who tells you differently can beat it!UpvoteDownvote- Hillary BurkhardtMarch 1, 2015Pork vindaloo was great, busy on the weekends but worth the wait!UpvoteDownvote
joahna kuiperMarch 10, 2012The chai is perfect on a rainy day. And the beets are a must - creamy and with just the right sour and spice!
Upvote1Downvote- Peter KingMarch 19, 2018Biryani is great, lots of good spiced veggie dishes, kati rollUpvoteDownvote
CITY GRITAugust 1, 2014We loved all of the street food snacks! Don’t miss the Pork Vindaloo, Goan Style Shrimp, & Okra!UpvoteDownvote
Heather DoughertyMarch 16, 2013You order first, then sit. Line moves pretty fast though. Food is def worth it!UpvoteDownvote
Amanda ReidAugust 25, 2013Ginger Limeade is ridic. Get the beets and grilled corn too! And the poppadoms!UpvoteDownvote
Jeroen Van Den EijkhofJuly 29, 2013Great pav bhaji and vada pavs :) !! Lassi is not that good....OK
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Damao ChuApril 17, 2014Chai with spices and ginger, wow beat the chai I had in Boulder CO yesterday!UpvoteDownvote
The Papri Chaat with the Pork Vindaloo is a nice combination. and the beets are must doUpvote1Downvote
Note to self: portions have shrunk while prices have grown. Skip this one next time you’re craving curry. Plus they charge for soda water out of the gun.UpvoteDownvote
Pam BorghiniOctober 7, 2013Might have to stand in line but its totally worth the wait!!!Upvote1Downvote
A bit expensive for the small plates but the portion sizes are right on. The vindaloo wasn't super ultra fiery -- perfect for my taste.UpvoteDownvote
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