Kiran’s - Review - Upper Kirby - Houston - The Infatuation

"Kiran’s, a posh spot in Upper Kirby, is a luxurious and often spicy setting for a special occasion, mostly because it resembles a fantastical palace. If that palace was also full of gilded tandoors. The menu—which includes afternoon high tea service, multiple naanzzas (or naan pizzas), and even a full-tasting menu of lobster—offers a dizzying number of layered, ornate dishes like dried cherry, English pea and spiced lamb samosas. Whether you sidle up to the bar for a lassi cocktail and chaats or get decked out for high tea and tandoor chicken finger sandwiches, the food at Kiran’s will make you feel exceptional. photo credit: Quit Nguyen photo credit: Quit Nguyen photo credit: Quit Nguyen photo credit: Quit Nguyen photo credit: Quit Nguyen Pause Unmute Food Rundown Samosas These samosas come with four filling options, but the lamb and peas carry a nice warming spice to make them worth the trip to Kiran’s alone. photo credit: Quit Nguyen Delhi Chaat Every texture used in this chaat makes for a well-balanced starter, particularly from the roasted cashews. We also love the sneaky heat from the chili powder in the potato cakes. photo credit: Quit Nguyen Vegetarian Thali The vegetarian thali arrives in four separate bowls for entrees. Make sure two of them are devoted to the malai kofta and the sauteed okra that gets a bit of sweetness from the shreds of coconut on top. photo credit: Quit Nguyen Gulab Jamun The rosewater gives the deep-fried dough balls a subtle aftertaste, while managing not to overdo the sugar levels. This dessert is the best way to end a meal at Kiran’s. photo credit: Quit Nguyen" - Chelsea Thomas