Anjappar Chettinad Indian Restaurant

Stepping into Anjappar Chetinad in Cary is like taking a fragrant journey to the heart of Tamil Nadu. . Our recent lunch visit, guided by the excellent recommendations of our server Anthony, certainly delivered on that promise. First to arrive was the Vanjaram Fish Veruval, and SpicyAndhraPaneer both excellent presentations and a touch spicy. The mains were Chicken Chetinad with flakey paratha a perfect combination. If you’re in Cary and craving a genuine and flavorful Chetinad experience, Anjappar is a must-visit. And if you're lucky enough to have Anthony as your server, you're in for a truly exceptional meal.

I had a good dining experience. The appetizers were fantastic. Gobi Manchurian was crispy and saucy. Chicken lollipops were perfectly spiced and juicy. Malabar parotta paired with Chettinad chicken curry worked beautifully. The curry had right level of spices and heat. Vegetable Biryani was aromatic and delicious. However I didn’t like chicken 65 biryani as they have tried to stuff the bowl with more dry chicken 65 and less rice. The biryani didn’t match the flavor I was hoping for.

Great crowded place. The ambience is okay , and the food is very tasty. Every place has its positive and negative points. This place attracts a lot of people because of its fresh and tasty food. Because of crowd expect very slow service. Food ets to plate is approx 30 mins. Also, if you need a refill, you need to wait for another 20 mins. So overall, we must visit the place for tasty food.

Stopped in for the Sunday lunch buffet. Recommend you get there when they open as the place fills up quickly. Lots of dishes to choose from. Excellent taste. Even had an outdoor grill going with grilled fish.

Food wasn’t upto the mark at all. I never ever thought I would have such a bad experience at Anjappar when it comes to food. I ordered chicken biryani, chettinad chicken and kothu parotta. They didn’t add enough salt, it was too much oily and tasteless.

I’ve been to Anjappar several times, both for takeout and dine-in, and each visit has been a treat. Their food is consistently well-seasoned, and the spicy dishes pack a punch—something I really appreciate. While I don’t have a clear favorite yet, if I had to choose, their lamb and goat curries are always fresh, flavorful, and deliver the perfect level of heat, which I love. I also make sure to order their Chai with every visit—it’s delicious, though I wish the serving was a bit larger. The same goes for their side of rice; I wouldn’t mind a more generous portion. The service is decent—not exceptional, but not bad either. There have been times when they were very attentive, being timely with taking my order and checking in regularly, but other times when they were less responsive or I felt rushed. It’s a mixed bag. Despite that, Anjappar remains my favorite Indian restaurant in the area. In terms of quality, freshness, and bold flavors, it stands out from the competition. Overall, I’d rate this place 4 out of 5 stars, and I’ll definitely keep coming back. I’d recommend it for both casual meals and takeout when you’re in the mood for authentic Indian food. The photos below are from my most recent visit, though I don’t remember the names of the dishes.

Amazing service by REGAN very polite and professional, but FOOD was just OK!! It’s one of the things I love about traveling is trying new restaurants. I was so excited to try this anjappar Indian restaurant just a block away from my hotel! Masala dosa & sambar need to improve quality plz

I don’t know where to start the haunting experience we had over there. Literally took 1 hour 20 minutes to bring my fried rice. We ordered a mutton dosa and it was uncooked. if they cant make your order in less than an hour, they need to be upfront about it. What a disgraceful service. the owners need to be ashamed of themselves for short staffing and the terrible quality of food.

We were visiting family here in Raleigh and decided to give this place a try. A big PLUS - they are serving buffet. Another PLUS - they have outdoor seating. It was perfect for a fall day, to sit outside and eat your favorite comfort food. We loved chicken and fish appetizers - fried chicken and fried fish were crisp yet flavorful. Tandoori chicken was tender, and full of flavor. I also enjoyed gobi 65 - so yum! In main course I enjoyed chole-bhature. Chicken biryani was okay. Lamb curry was okay too - lamb was a little too over cooked for my taste. Disappointed with live dosa - it was soft/soggy from the second it came off the tava. And no one likes soggy dosa. Desserts were tasty and it was good to see variety. Chutneys were tasty too as well as my favorite curd rice - alone of the best I had in restaurant lately. Our server Anthony was the sweetest - he was courteous, polite and prompt. Overall a great restaurant and I will be back.

amazing food here. i've dined in once before and had the masala dosa, which was really good. the space is nice and cozy as well. last week, i got takeout: the ennai kathirikkai kulambu (eggplant in tamarind sauce), malabar parotta, medu vada, and rasam. everything was absolutely delicious, and the price is shockingly reasonable considering how much an entree goes for at the many other indian restaurants in the area. anjappar is definitely one of my favorite spots! i can't wait to go back :)

My friends and I came to try the lunch buffet on a Sunday afternoon. I could not find the price anywhere online, but I called ahead and found out it was $23.99 per person, which I thought was fair. The restaurant was very crowded and there were no tables inside, so we decided to sit outside. It was extremely hot/humid so maybe this wasn't the best choice, but we were hungry. In terms of service, there was not much provided. Once we were seated we were given utensils and water, but there was not much waiter service outside of that. The buffet had a lot of meat dishes but there were a few vegetarian options as well. I'm not well versed in Indian food, but there seemed to be a good selection overall, and I enjoyed almost everything I tried. I thought the naan was exceptional! - one of the best I've ever had. My favorite dish ended up being the tandoori grilled fish because it was cooked perfectly and had so much flavor. I will for sure be back sometime to try their other menu options!

Came here with another couple who recommended this restaurant. Server was friendly and knowledgeable, suggested a dish that wound up being just what I wanted. Huge variety of food and level of spice. Gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options available. Chicken was very tender and the sauce was so creamy and flavorful. Very filling.

The food was decent--no complaints. We started with the Tandoori Chicken Tikka, followed by the street food-style Chicken Fried Rice and Chicken Noodles. While the food was enjoyable, what stood out most was the exceptional service. Our server, Babloo Singh, was amazing! He made us feel right at home and catered to our needs with great care. The overall experience, including the ambiance, was fantastic.

I order online from this spot via DoorDash and have always been pleasantly surprised with the food. The curries are flavorful and generously portioned. The prices are some of the best I've seen for Indian food in this area. My one nitpick is that the naan is not my favorite, but overall a very solid spot for some good Indian food!

We had a great experience here! The food was amazing and service was fast! Also the interior of this place was really nicely designed. Staff was professional in appearance and service! Thanks!

Dining at anjappar was such a pleasant experience. They have a nice outdoor area, and the decor inside is so nice too. The staff is super friendly, funny And welcoming. We were helped out right away and they kept checking on us throughout and making sure that my daughter ate her food ! Om cracked us up . The food was so delicious and perfectly seasoned, the mixed vegetables pakoda and the Indian street style noodles were one of the best I have ever had. Over all 5 .

One of the best Indian restaurants in the area. Been 3 times and each time was a 5/5 experience. I've ordered the butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, dosa, gobi manchurian, and naan across my visits. Food is hot and fresh and naans are soft and pillowy. Dosas are huge and flavorful. What sets it apart is the staff. Very friendly and personable. This establishment is always full of patrons even on random days of the week

Once a year they serve an Indian-wedding style lunch on banana leaves. You have to eat with your hands, as well. It is a unique, traditional experience! The food is spicy but tasty. My family and I had a great time. The servers apparently worked late into the night and came early in the morning 4 am to set everything up. They brought a lot of enthusiasm and care into the food. In addition to this event, they have a good lunch buffet on the weekends! Great staff and food!

Best Indian food I've ever had!!! We ordered the butter chicken (medium, really not too spicy at all. It was perfect) and our waiter recommended the chicken shahi korma because we were debating between chicken tikka masala and butter chicken for the second dish, and he said the shahi korma was a perfect mix of both. It was great to try something new!!! Overall, service was amazing and the food was even better. Paired with butter naan and mango lassi, our meal couldn't have been better.

Beware of the sanitation issues I have eaten a lot of times in Anjappar and always liked their food. But yesterday, when we ordered Kheema Biryani, we found a dead cockroach after going home. You can see the roach on the top left of the plate at home. We are never going back to Anjappr again. This is my second review on this restaurant. And it's very sad that the restaurant can't take care of sanitation issues.

Best indian restaurant in Cary! Was blown away by this place! Amazing food with rich and spicy flavors! They have an extensive menu that is guaranteed to meet anyone's food preferences. Portions are large and can be shared family style which i love. They do not skip on the flavor! All the dishes we ordered were amazing! The service was great and our waiter recommended great food options. Ended up hiring them to cater my dad's birthday party which was fantastic! They did dosa live and brought all the equipment and food. All my guests were amazed at the quality and freshness they provided. Definitely recommend this restaurant and for any catering events!

Yummiest Chole and partha! Very fresh and hot! Servers are down to earth and helpful!

One of the best places to eat! Ambiance was very nice but sometimes a bit crowded but should be fine if you have a table reserved. Food was even better especially the fresh fish they fry right outside.

Food was really good except the chicken biryani Service was good Waiting was too long.

SOO good. I had a delicious dal fry here along with some garlic naan and samosas. Everything was incredible, and the rest of the group really enjoyed their dishes, too. Of course it's very authentic and with reasonable prices/serving sizes as well. Also, the staff were very nice. Some people in my party weren't sure what to order, and our server was kind (and patient) enough to walk them through the options and help them decide what kind of dish they wanted. I would eat here 100 more times!!

The BEST Indian buffet in the Triangle! People drive hours just for the weekend Buffet at chettinad. They open right at 12 and people start to line up at the door well before. Anjappar is a beautiful, modern Indian restaurant with comfy booths and tables. The buffet has over 50 dishes, tons of meat and vegetarian options, chai, juice, and desserts. Everything is mouthwatering and delicious. The staff is very attentive, welcoming, and make you feel at home. We love all the chicken, seafood, and mutton dishes. On saturdays they have a special dosa station and on sundays they have a pomfret fish fry. Anjappar is our weekend tradition now. 10/10 recommend

This place was really good! I've always wanted to try it since it opened. My go to is usually paneer. The food portions are large so there was enough to take to go. They have a really long menu as well so lots to choose from

This buffet is excellent, service is decent even during the busy Sunday buffet. I highly recommend this restaurant. Have visited twice now.

I love their service, food to order and Sunday buffet. They have covered outdoor seating. There's plenty of parking.

We have ordered take out here three times. Food was good. We wanted to have a reliable Indian cuisine. However, the hours and service and not reliable per American restaurant standards. Hours of operation posted are not honored. The timing of service is not consistent. They act like only special parties or events are important. We will no longer patron this establishment. I recommend others to seek Indian food elsewhere.

I was excited to locate South Indian cuisine and had a great experience at Anjappar Chettinad Indian Restaurant. We ordered the Masala Dosa, Chicken Dum Biriyani (Seeraga samba rice), Mutton Ghee Roast, Garlic Naan, and mango lassi. The sambar was amazing and our chef explained everything to ensure we were happy with our selections. The lassi was ideal for the spice level of the mutton, I opted for medium spice. Looking forward to checking out more items as they have an extensive menu next time I'm in Cary.

Came here for my husband's birthday dinner since he wanted to eat South Indian plus this place is closer home. The restaurant was super crowded but luckily we didn't have to wait long. Coming to food we ordered Gobi 65 for appetizer - it was just ok My 11 year old ordered chicken 65 and she said she likes it. Then we had the Onion Rava Masala Dosa which is my husband's favorite and it was awesome. It does take 25-30 minutes for them to make it though. We also ordered veg biryani which tasted exactly like how we make at home since they make their Biryani with Seeraga Samba Rice and not Basmati. We could only manage to eat a few spoonfuls because we were already by now stuffed with the appetizer and dosa. So this is going to be tomorrow's lunch. I ordered Rose milk and it was super yum too! Overall glad we came here and tried it out. One issue though is the staff us not wearing masks.

We have eaten here before for dinner, but we were looking for a buffet so we could try multiple flavors and proteins. WOW! It is the best Indian buffet I have ever had! From this point on, I will be using exclamations after every sentence! It was wall to wall and wall of food! There were food stations out on the sidewalk! Fish grilled when you order it! There must have been at least 40 different dishes! It was more expensive than the average lunch buffet, but so worth it!

I can't recommend this Indian buffet (weekends only) enough. The food tastes like they've got granny in the back cheffing up the good stuff. There are options for veggie only eaters as well as carnivores like me. I'd prefer a little more heat/spice being a pepper head but I get it, you're cooking for the masses. The options are wide as far as the meats - chicken/fish/goat, curry, biryani and the like. I've been a few times and the flavors & service are consistent. There are often special items on the front patio and very flavorful drinks back by the fruit. Get there early as it gets crowded and t

I've always rode past this place but today was my first time trying and boyyy was I IMPRESSED!! On top of the food being absolutely delicious, the staff so super friendly and even recommended new items for me to try. I will most definitely be coming back!

Visiting from Cincinnati Ohio Our team went to Anjappar for lunch Food exceptional Service excellent

Food is "descent" but service is very poor. If you can wait 50mns between your appetizer and your main... then you might appreciate it We boxed our main when it finally arrived and won't come back

I love the food every time I go there, never went wrong. Their buffets are totally worth and amazing

We decided to try Anjappar after seeing the great reviews & honestly, it did not disappoint. This is by far one of the better Indian restaurants in the area. Food was flavorful and generous. We ordered the paneer kulcha, ghee roast dosa & baingan bartha. This was more than enough food for two of us. Portion sizes were very generous leaving us plenty of leftovers to enjoy again. As we sat down, we were offered bottled water and complimentary pappadum with onion chutney. The dosa was a surprise since we didn't expect that presentation. It was definitely an attention getter at about 3' long! It was deliciously crispy and buttery. It was served with sambar & 2 chutneys...coconut & tomato...both very good. The baingan bartha was delicious...flavorful and delightfully smokey. Service did get a little harried since they were short handed plus they were inundated with guests and take out orders. Other than that Anjappar is definitely going to on our regular rotation.

Love their food, and will not go anywhere else for Indian food! Our favorites are the Gobi Manchurian and the Goat Chettinad Curry! Plus their garlic nan is awesome! We tend to order for pickup, so tough to rate overall service, but based on readiness and pleasantness when we pick up I am sure it is great!

Very unprofessional staff!! We visited this place for the first time today i.e., on Mother's Day 2023. These people couldn't handle large crowds, especially the lady who was arranging the seating on Mothers day 2023 was so unprofessional. We waited for an hour to get seated, and everyone who came after us were seated but we still waited patiently to get seated. When our turn came, she provided a table outside. I asked her if she could give us anything inside the restaurant. Instead of politely denying, she shouted on me in front of everyone saying, "go check inside there are no tables" in hindi. I asked her very politely. Then she made us share table with other people. I asked her if she could provide a separate table as we want our personal talks to be private. Then she said we need to wait more if we want separate table. She was so unprofessional. When we take this to the managers notice, all the response we got was "she was stressed and that's why she must have reacted like that". If she is stressed is it ok to shout on the customers who politely asked for a table?? Food was average!

Poor service , the food was cold when arrive on the table. The manager looks like he came form running a marathon. Not a professional attitude and personal hygiene. We will never come back! Plenty restaurants out there.

Best Indian Food I've had so far in the Raleigh/Durham area! Their Butter Chicken is fantastic and so is their Naan. There are so many items to choose from, I would eat there every day if I could!

Wow. So last month I was driving by here and added this to my list of places to check out based solely on the fact their outdoor seating area was packed full of people that looked like they were enjoying their meal. Got carry out maybe 2 weeks ago and was thoroughly impressed. Finally stopped in Friday (was expecting a buffet but they changed it to only Sat-Sun since then). Sorry I don't have more pictures but this meal was great. Considering I shared my butter chicken with the 16 month old we had with us (she also agrees it's delicious) this is likely the best butter chicken I've ever had. Flavorful is an understatement. And now I'm frustrated because I'm going to have to switch over from the place that's closer to our house for carry out because it's just not the same.

Amazing place to eat!! Everything was so good! Service was excellent! Can't wait to go back and try the buffet!

We catered a party for 125 people last weekend. The appetizers and the dinner items were all fabulous and made custom to order. We appreciate their staff staying until the very end and helping us pack up leftovers. Very nice staff to deal with for the process of selecting the menu and confirming everything the week of the event.

Quite possibly the most authentic and best Indian food I have ever had. I ordered the Chicken Masala (spicy) and the heat was the perfect amount and flavor was unreal. The cheese naan was the perfect amount of wood grilled flavor and extra crispy. I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

Very pricy for the buffet (~$70 for two people) and the food wasn't even that good. Also the wait time was pretty long and the restaurant was crowded.

This restaurant is conveniently located and has plenty of seating inside and outside. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is lively. The menu has many vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices. I ordered my dish mild, but it was still spicier than some other restaurants. The food was high quality and tasty. It's easy to order for pick-up through the Toast app.

We have both ordered take out from here and eaten their lunch buffet a number of times. The food is worth it every time. The takeout menu has various dishes not often seen in other Indian restaurants, such as venison and rabbit. The buffet drinks are delicious, but not very convenient since they are served in small cups and the water is provided in tiny bottles. However, the service is amazing and the food is very tasty. The buffet is typically well-stocked with many meat and vegetarian options as well as dipping sauces. Dessert here is a must to include fruit and, our favorite, strawberry mousse. A definite must go.

Lime & lemon is better and has way more flavor. The food doesn't taste fresh and I didn't like the plating either won't be returning

I previously had only given four stars due to the kitchen usually being backed up and food taking longer than I had hoped, with a young hungry child. However, this has entirely changed. Poppadam came immediately with tomato chutney followed by my son's order, phew! Then our gobi 65 and ten minutes later, if even, our food. After a short period, my son gets restless - their attention spans are 8-10 min the absolute max at this age. The more he is hungry, the shorter his attention span, it seems. This is stressful because if he acts out or is loud it leads to judgement from other diners, something that doesn't feel great when it happens. And, then the stress makes it hard to enjoy my food or much or anything. So, the fast service today was extremely welcome. Further, you can now view menus and pay at the table. This is so incredibly helpful and convenient. The ambiance is nice - there is a boat hanging from the ceiling and a mural on the wall. I wouldn't call it fancy but it's a homey/comfortable space. We really enjoyed ourselves.

Needlessly spicy food. Avoid. Ordered the Goat Chettinad with medium spice level. Got a plate full of bones with a little meat which I think was spiced with Bhooth Jalokia. Started sweating profusely after the first bite. Had to stop at a McDonald's to pick up a vanilla cone on my way back to cool me down.There are many Indian restaurants in the area which are far superior.

Our first experience here was not exactly memorable and we avoided the place almost 2 years after that. We recently went back and were pleasantly surprised by the transformation. The Mysore masala dosa was delicious. Their biryani made with a special kind of rice was pretty good. After the initial visit we did take away that dish multiple times. My daughter too chicken 65 and masala Fries, both of which were on point. All, this is a restaurant well worth trying.

I usually wait like to visit a local restaurant 2-3 times to give an accurate review. Visited here several times in the last 6 months due to our repeatedly good experience. There is no scarcity of Indian restaurants in RTP and this place stands out amongst them. Their menu is a good mix veg and non veg dishes. My husband loved both the chicken dishes he ordered though the anjappar chicken could use a bit of less ghee :) The USP (ultimate selling point) for us are their south indian appetizer and dosa platters. The sambar and chutney quantities and quality are better than most Indian restaurants in the area. Idli, medu vada, and ghee roast dosa are some of our favorites. We ordered filtered coffee during a visit and were somewhat disappointed but when we let the manager know during out next visit it definitely met more than our expectations. Overall we will keep returning here for our weekday meals and weekend takeouts. Tip: This place is extremely busy on the weekends hence we prefer takeouts instead of dining in. Also factor some waiting time since the orders don't come out quickly but the wait is worth it!

Ordered lunch box goat and prawn fry. If you want value for money neither of them are good. The taste isn't outstanding. Overall disappointed.

BEST Indian buffett I've ever been to! Buffet only on weekends, Sat and Sun. Not only do they have more food options than other places but each dish is incredibly high quality. For example they have 3 different tandoori (2 were chicken, 1 was shrimp) all were great, they have 3 different biryana (chicken, lamb, veggie) I tried a bit of each and loved them, the chicken tikka masala is fantastic, the lamb curry was was also delicious (the meat is not strong tasting or gamey like other places), the naan is the best I've ever had, they keep it freshly cooked comes our frequent, and when it comes out it's still hot and has a nice crunch which I love. They also make freshly grilled fish! on the outside patio, no other indian place does this that I know of. This line is separate from the buffet line, so just have 1 person in your party wait in this line to load up on a plate of fish for the whole table. They open at 12pm Sunday and you have to get in line about 15-20min at least to even get a table when they open. I was only visiting NC for the weekend, I'm so jealous this place is not where I live. Sorry no pictures with my review, there was alway a line at the buffett and no time to take pics. Price about $26 per person, this is worth it for all the many options offered and high qualify food