Aroma Indian Bistro

I had never had Indian food before, until a friend moved close to this place and recommended it. We all got some on the way to hang out at his place one time, and since then this has become a go-to place for me at least once a month, sometimes more. It's a bit of a drive for me, but I consider it worth it. They make the food from scratch, so usually the drive there gives them time to complete my order, and it always stays hot on the drive home. The main dish I usually get is the Kadai chicken, but I have tried other dishes as well, and I have not been disappointed once. The couple who run the place are very friendly, as well! I think if someone were to ask me what my favorite restaurant is, I would probably say Aroma. Thank you so much.

I truly don't know how this place doesn't have a line around the block. This is THE best Indian food I've had. Everything was cooked just perfect, nothing was mushy, the chicken wasn't tough or dry. Everything was cooked freshed with REAL herbs and spices (we found part a cinnamon stick in my husband's food 🤣) the garlic naan is to die for. 10/10 will be back soon.

Roswell's Hidden Gem of North Indian Cuisine Aroma Indian Bistro, nestled at 4750 Alabama Rd #114 in Roswell, GA, might not win any awards for its curb appeal. But step inside this unassuming takeout spot, and prepare to have your taste buds transported to a world of culinary delight. A Labor of Love: Meet the Magic Behind the Meals The true magic of Aroma Indian Bistro lies in the passionate couple who own and operate it. Their dedication to authentic North Indian cuisine shines through in every dish. They take pride in using fresh, high-quality ingredients and traditional cooking methods to create dishes that are not just delicious, but bursting with flavor and aroma. A Feast for the Senses: North Indian Delights Forget about generic Indian food. At Aroma Indian Bistro, you'll experience the true essence of North Indian cuisine. Each dish is a symphony of spices, textures, and tastes. Whether you're a seasoned curry connoisseur or a curious newcomer, their menu offers something to tantalize your palate. From the melt-in-your-mouth butter chicken to the rich and flavorful lamb rogan josh, every bite is an explosion of flavor that will leave you wanting more. Takeout Doesn't Mean Compromise While Aroma Indian Bistro primarily focuses on takeout, don't let that deter you. The food travels incredibly well, retaining its heat, aroma, and deliciousness. In fact, the focus on takeout allows them to concentrate their efforts on crafting exceptional culinary experiences. You might not have a fancy ambiance, but you'll have an unforgettable culinary adventure waiting for you in your takeout bag. A Must-Try for Indian Food Lovers Look beyond the facade, and discover the true gem that is Aroma Indian Bistro. This is a place where the food speaks volumes, a testament to the owners' passion and dedication. So next time you're craving authentic North Indian cuisine, don't be fooled by appearances. Head over to Aroma Indian Bistro and prepare to be amazed by the incredible flavors waiting to be discovered.

Confession. I don't like Indian food. I mean I used to not like Indian food thanks to Aroma Bistro. I've been dabbling with different Indian establishments in the area but Aroma is, hands down, my fave. Generous portions, appropriate heat levels, tender proteins (butter chicken - so good!), & well-balanced spice. The food is vibrant & fresh & absolutely delicious. Don't miss out on the Honey Gobi & I wish I could buy the Mint Chutney by the gallon. I almost forgot! Aroma is owned by the sweetest couple. Next time instead of takeout, we plan to dine in!

I ordered take out from here for the first time and it was delicious!! So much flavor and perfect melding of spices and sauce. It is spicy so be warned. I’m guessing you can ask for it milder which I will do next time. We ordered two vegetable dishes (cauliflower and eggplant) and chicken tikka masala and lamb curry. All of it was amazing!

Ordered samosa, palak paneer, laccha kulcha and chole. Samosa had too much garam masala and the shell was undercooked. Palak paneer had a ton of tomatoes and was soooooo oily! Chole also had way too many tomatoes. The chickpeas were slightly undercooked. Rice was dry. And both breads were tiny! Usually at Moon i eat at most 1/3-1/2 naan. I finished this naan. It was thick and instead of minced garlic it had garlic butter. Laccha kulcha did not look or taste good. I am surprised at all the positive reviews. I resisted trying this for so long but then was very hungry and saw all the 5 star reviews so decided to try it. Take the extra 15 mins and drive to Moon on Barrett Parkway instead.

One of the best Indian we had. Palak paneer was unique and chicken Tikka masala was so good. Only complain is that Naan is little too small. But we are happy to have this shop as local.

I'm glad that some people love the food here. I found it generally just ok. I got the Butter Chicken, a Garlic Naan, and 1 of the Samosas. The butter chicken wasn't too bad. Decent flavor in the sauce, but the rice unless mixed in was fairly bland. The garlic naan was large, but was very greasy and did not contain a lot of extra flavor. The samosa tragically was essentially inedible. It was very much burned in the frier and as such the dough was saturated with grease. I pried it open and tasted the inside but it wasn't really tasty. Not sure if the frying just leaked too much into the interior or if that's the standard flavor. For the price (delivered through GubHub so prices are usually higher than PU or in restaurant dining), I don't know that I'd order again. Those 3 items for myself was $28, so eating with a family would be pretty high.

Had to drop to 4 star unfortunately. I came by for lunch on 3/27/24 at 12:45PM and they were closed for no reason. You can't just randomly decide to close without warning. Best Indian Food I've had in a very long time. I tried the lunch special Paneer Tikka Masala with rice, naan, and a fried veggie pocket. I asked for onions in the gravy and spice level got. The owner/chef was back there making everything FROM SCRATCH! The dish came out DELICIOUS! Very flavorful and fresh tasting. Price was very reasonable too, it came to $11.65 cash after extortion (tax). This is a no-frills joint that serves food cafeteria style/order yourself. I've said it many times, INDIAN CULTURE DOES NOT TIP, I asked Indian natives myself. I don't dock them stars on this, I just don't tip. Service is non-existent sometimes, but it's all about the flavor and taste. I will be back ALL THE TIME! This place had food quality that was off the charts good!

While staying in Woodstock, we didn't want to drive to Alpharetta for our favorite Indian restaurant. In the Kroger strip mall, we dined in this small storefront restaurant for a quick Indian meal. They were very accommodating and created a yummy chicken curry for my hubby. I enjoyed the huge portion of veggie biryani. Bottled water was the mini version so bring your own perhaps!

If you notice my reviews I have yet to give five stars to anyone. Maybe that's a flaw of mine but everything has to line up just right. Ha. I read the reviews of Aroma and honestly was a bit scared but decided to jump in. Man, am I glad I did. This place is truly a hole in the wall in Roswell. I am so glad to have found this place. It seems to have a Punjabi twist to its food. Today I had aloo tikka, pulao, shrimp Khorma and Gulab jamin. Everything was incredibly tasty. I heard them cooking up my aloo tikka as I was waiting. They brought out the two pieces with the two chutneys that were delicious. Then came the main meal. I am blown away at the number of shrimp I got for the price of the food. Absolutely exceptional. Maybe nine or ten. I was amazed at the flavor of the khorma as well. Having grown up in Asia I am picky about my food. This was hot, colorful and oh so tasty. Such big portions of food as well. I was asked what level of heat. They have mild, medium, hot. In the hot they have American hot or Indian hot. Amazing. The Gulab Jamin came out and at first I was scared. They seemed really hard on the outside but all of them were that way. The inside was soft and so rich with flavor. I truly will be back and will tell my friends in Roswell about this place. No music playing, not a ton of decorations however a few pictures on the wall. Not a to. Of seating but it was one of the great finds for me. I had to compliment the chef, "Apke kanna bohuthe acha lagtha hey!" Your food was very good. He and I assume his wife run the place. You come in and order and pay and then wait for your food. I was so excited Stuart I forgot to order a drink. Well done.

Stopped by to grab lunch to go since we were in the area and so glad we did! My husband was having trouble finding what he wanted to order so he told them what he wanted and they knew exactly what he was talking about. They were so nice and accommodating. Besides the unfortunate crushed packaging, everything was delicious! All the foods were hot and fresh. You could taste the fresh ingredients and spices in the punjabe chole. I'm usually not a fan of chicken tikka masala but I couldn't stop eating the chicken tikka masala we got from Aroma. Not only that we ordered pretty much everything spicy and everything was actually spicy! Not too spicy for my husband but with enough of a kick for me. Starting to crave as I'm writing out this review.. Can't wait till the next time!

I was visiting my friend for a weekend and was craving Indian food so we did a takeout order from here and were not disappointed. I got the Chicken Rogan Josh and a samosa. Me and my friend then shared an order of each bread option. The time it took them to make the order was super fast. It's a small place, very unassuming but the food was amazing. It was fresh and flavorful. All the breads were winners but the garlic naan was SO good. The samosas had a lot of filling and the outside was so crispy. The chicken rogan josh was the perfect amount of spicy for me. I put a little bit of the tamarind chutney on it (I believe is what it was) and that little extra sweetness made it actually perfect. They have a pretty extensive vegetarian menu too which is nice since me and my friend don't eat meat that often. Absolutely will come back when I'm in town.

Best butter chicken I ever had!!! Supper tasty and good portion for the price 10/10 must recommend

Didn't really like the place or food. Food was below average and chicken didn't really taste like chicken. Nothing much to say

Great Indian food close to downtown and CN tower. Best service ever, super people, super accommodating and very polite. Bhel was surprisingly very good. This was our first time ordering it in a sit down restaurant and expectations weren't high but the flavor and quantity both surprised us. Butter naan was thin and crispy as we asked Kadai paneer was flavorful and their max spicy wasn't very spicy for us but they tried and it still tasted amazing. Dal makhani and jeera rice were a good finish as well. The place reminded us of a nearby good restaurant in Mumbai with slightly homely flavors and preparation. Ambiance is typical Indian restaurant but slightly upscaled. No loud Indian music playing in the background

The food here is amazing. Two friends and I meet for lunch every week and after visiting two dozen restaurants in the area this is our favorite. Everything we order is amazing. Tikka Masala with heat level American hot plus one, is perfection! The lunch special is unbeatable. The Aloo Tikka Chaat is delicious!

When you check in on Yelp, the app asks a bunch of questions, which go toward sorting the search results for future site visitors. Here are the answers for Aroma: Is this place classy? No. Is this place upscale? No. Does this place take reservations? No. Is this place touristy? No. What should they ask? Does this place have some of the best Indian takeout food you've ever eaten? YES! I got palak paneer today, which I order everywhere I travel that has an available Indian restaurant, and it was not even close the best I've ever had. Lots of paneer cubes. Spicy but not inedibly so. Well-seasoned. I've eaten other dishes from Aroma....they were all excellent and worth the extra 15 minutes it takes me to get there.

Second time here and I had to write a review. There is a term in Southern Chinese food called "wok hei" which refers to the carmelized yumminess that comes off of a perfectly prepared wok dish. I don't know what kind of pans they use here but you can hear them cooking and the food comes out burning hot (temperature) with what feels like to me that irresistible wok hei. I got mushroom matter my first time, and dal makhani today. Both dishes were perfect and incredibly warming. The owners are comfortably welcoming and adjust to desired spice level. Many vegetarian options and meat options too. It is a very plain store front with a small seating area. I'm not an Indian food expert but this is as good as any Indian food I have eaten in Atlanta.

Wonderful flavors, perfectly cooked meat...we love Aroma! Faves are chicken vindaloo and anything with lamb. Vandi & Anoop are so friendly and make this place extra special. We brought several friends here because we love it so much and even come here for dinner on holidays as a tradition. Aroma is a true hidden gem! PS: for those who aren't aware, there are a handful of tables for dining in - but it seems most people get takeout.

Uh oh. Is there a problem with consistency at Aroma? "Wait till you try the chicken korma," I said to my daughter who lives amidst scores of Indian restaurants in New York City. She looked at me skeptically as she dug in. The sauce was watery and under-seasoned. This certainly isn't the dish I gave accolades to. And the paneer? Not up to par. Each dish had a bad ratio of protein to sauce. My husband -- who picked up our order for takeout -- said there were different people behind the counter. Important that they stick to their original recipes to maintain their reputation and clientele.

We love this place! This is the quintessential Indian take-out. Sure, they have tables, but only enough to say that they have tables. I always order take out and it is fresh and DELISH. Try the vindaloo, naan bread and the mixed pickle. You can call them and it takes about 10 minutes. It is fresh and hot. They have great lunch specials. Give them a try!

Ordered takeout from here this evening. Butter chicken and an extra side of rice. This was all I had been craving all day. The way they cook butter chicken is different than the way I've had it everywhere else so please take note if you're a butter chicken fan. It was heavily spiced to the point that it was a very spicy dish (vs flavorful) and it was chock full of chopped cilantro or parsley which made the taste rather bitter. Not the creamy, tangy butter chicken I was hoping for and did not receive the extra side of rice I ordered. Too pricey for it to be inedible. Will go elsewhere for Indian next time.

We have ordered from this restaurant many times. Called in an order for pickup and was quoted one hour for our food to be ready. We show up just after the one hour window and pay and then are left to sit and wait for over 30 minutes and still food is not ready. We are advised five more minutes - guess what it wasn't ready. After 1 hour 45 minutes I ask for a refund and instead of an apology I am told not to do order from them again. I understand they cook to order but that is no reason to take customers for granted or to treat them poorly. I assume they were giving priority to third party delivery orders there is no other way to explain over 1 hour and 45 minute for 3 common dishes, Naan and fried shrimp app. I can not excuse being rude; I will not order from them ever again as requested and I hope you don't either.

FINALLY my wife and I found our Indian food spot in our area!! I am so happy right now I can't see straight. The fact that I can't see straight could be because of the level of heat I ordered. Ooowee!!! (We will get to that in a minute) First of all RUN to this place. I don't say that on all of my reviews. If I do, JUST TRUST ME! This is a well kept secret. I say that because you can't see it well from the road and you just have to know it's there. The only way we found it was because of Yelp. And the reviews. There is a theme to all of the good reviews that propelled me to come here. This is Punjabi North Indian Cuisine at it's best I'd argue versus anywhere in Atlanta. When you come in, the heavenly smells of spice hits you even before you open the door. The smells become even more heavenly when you step inside. We were greeted by the owners Anoop and Vandi I believe who were absolutely lovely. When I try an Indian restaurant for the first time, I always go for the classics. Tonight was chicken Korma and chicken Vindaloo. You have your choice of heat. If you say hot you get American hot or Indian hot. I said "light me up", so Indian hot it was! There are now three ways I know it's HOT! 1) when my nose runs like a faucet, 2) when I start burping and now 3) when the chef/ owner Anoop pokes his head out and says "this is how hot I like it!" Wow! Can he cook! "ANOOP HOT!" This food was absolutely amazing!! So much flavor which is the hallmark of Indian cuisine. I tasted every ounce of pride. I am never more happy than when I'm in a place that's 100% about the food. I don't like fussy or pretentious. Aroma is not fancy. It doesn't need to be. The flavor of their food took me to the moon tonight and it speaks for itself. I will be talking about this place for days! On my next visit, I plan to ask Anoop to just order for me. I know he will knock my socks off. RUN to this restaurant and order it "Anoop Hot" Trust me!

If you love spices, look no further. This tiny spot by Publix packs lots of flavor. Do call ahead to order, cause prep time can take 20 min. or more, but it's totally worth it

Love the authentic flavor and the great customer service ! The Garlic naan is awesome

We visited this place randomly as this was nearest Indian restaurant. I was little worried as ambience isn't very great on first entry. But food trumps every flaw. All three curries we ordered Paneer Butter Masala, Chole and Dum aloo Kashmiri had amazing aroma and taste. Food was hot and fresh. Stayed hot until very end. Tawa roti was awesome soft. I will definitely go back and try some more dishes. I actually liked concept of serving in take out containers. Also plates are paper plates and not foam ones. Few things I have suggestions for owners. Light can be bit better, it was bit dark. And menu can be bit simplified and printed better to choose dish. Ambience might be done better but like I said, I wouldn't care as food is very tasty. Keep it same way.

Aroma is the definition of a "no frills" hole in the wall kind of restaurant where there is little atmosphere to speak of but really exceptional food. It was so good that I tried the lunch special one day and when my husband had a bite of the leftovers, he decided to order from Aroma too the next day. For a current price of $10.99, the lunch special with a choice of a vegetarian or meat curry with naan bread and a veggie samosa is the best deal you can find for Indian food. Can't wait to work through the whole menu!

Amazing food! Just moved into the area and had to find some good Indian food. This is our go-to place now! We always get different things and have not yet been disappointed.

Really delicious Indian food! The samosas remind me of the ones I get back home in Canada and the chicken tikka masala was especially unique in flavor. In my Top #3 of Indian food I've tried in Georgia so far!

I almost NEVER leave reviews, but this place was so good I had to just so they'll get the publicity. So happy to have a great Indian take out place in the neighborhood. I was looking for vegetarian options for Lent, and Aroma delivered and then some. Ordered the dal makhani (my favorite), panak paneer (very rich and delicious), Kashmiri dum aloo, honey gobi (crazy delicious) and several orders of garlic naan. We ordered mild heat for my sensitive kids and no one said it was too spicy. It was all devoured with enthusiasm. We will certainly be back - this place is amazing!!!

No open when they say they were and I am quite hungry! I had planned my entire trip today around coming here for lunch.

Really good Indian food. Honestly, some of the best I have had since moving to Georgia. Thats including full service and takeout restaurants. Conveniently located near many neighborhoods, I hope this place sticks around. Great food for a great value. I think they are still working out kinks since it's a new restaurant, but I don't hold that against them. I prefer taking to go, and I did have trouble calling in the order since their number is a cell phone. But apparently you can also text your order? Maybe worth a shot next time. Also, one time it was pretty smokey inside, so maybe some better ventilation would help. Really happy to see an authentic Indian restaurant so close to home. Also happy to support local businesses. Check them out next time you are craving Indian.

delicious food Great ownership! Same owners as mela! mela is a great restaurant to visit if you are visiting downtown Asheville!

Best Indian food around. Food is freshly prepared. My family and I love this gem. So glad it's close to home.

Everything we have had here has been amazing. Food is quality, rich flavor, large portions. The owners are so kind and accommodating. We love this

This is a cool little spot in a strip mall. It's nothing fancy or pretentious. The prices are fair and portions are good-sized. However, either they saw that we look white and made the food extra mild or they just have some bland food. We ordered an eggplant dish, chicken rogan josh and a chicken pulau and the only thing with strong flavor was the pulau, which I had ordered mild vs the others which were medium. The naan appeared to be prepackaged vs homemade. The service was friendly and if the other dishes were as good as the pulau, I'd have been happy. However, with India Chef nearby, I'll probably not return.

Great Indian food. Actually found it by relying on Yelp. Small place, but you get personal attention. Will stop by whenever I am back in the area.

We used to love this place and had been many times. However, we will not be back after tonight's meal. Chicken dishes were watered down and flavorless, and the naan, well we got 1 piece of naan per order. Considering we paid $42 for 2 meals, 2 orders of naan, and a potato chickpea side, no it was not what we expected. Sad to see this place go so far downhill.

Hands down the worst Indian food I've ever had... naan was store bought, soggy, stale, and disgusting. Chicken tikka masala had small bits of old chicken with a sauce that lacked depth of flavor. Hands down will make the drive to go elsewhere for some good India n food. This place was convenient and had 4.5 stars... I didn't think it could go so wrong.

Authentic Punjabi and North Indian Food!!! If you want to eat Delhi taste Paneer Chicken , this place is a must MUST must visit !!! The Lassi and Samosa was also typical desi style . I have been to many indian restaurants here but this one has the authentic taste. The taste at others is not as authentic as this one. You can get a to go from here instead of dine in as dine in experience isn't that great. Must visit for genuine taste of dilli.

I love Indian food, and Aroma is some of the best I've had. Highly recommend. Always very fresh, as they cook each dish to order. Can be a little slow because of this, so plan on ordering ahead.

My wife and ordered for delivery. We have eaten here in the past. The food remains consistently outstanding. The flavors are explosive and vast in nature. If you have not tried Indian food, start here. Keep up the great work Aroma!!

not good, came here after the ratings etc. everythin was bad from the breads to appetizers to the entrees. shit food and shame on the people who have rated so high - probably fake.

Let's start with atmosphere and cleanliness. Both were a disaster. We saw tables that needed a proper cleaning along with the floor that matched in comparison. The plastic laminated menu was dirty and sticky and NOT properly cleaned at all. We could not understand how this restaurant passed inspection. There was a color theme this restaurant tried to provide but really fell short in the execution of that theme. As evident from the colored plastic sheets taped on the fluorescent lights. The bathroom had no signage and when my wife walked in to use it she was so disgusted she turned around and left. The food was the worst tasting Indian cuisine that we have tried in the 26 years we have lived in the Atlanta area. I personally lived in South India for 2 years and I pretty well can determine what makes for great Indian food. Without taking up more of your time in reading my review, let's just say the meal tasted as though one heated up a frozen prepared Indian food dish you could buy at an American grocery (an American's idea of what Indian cuisine should taste like) put it in a plastic bowl with clumpy heated rice set it on your sticky table and said, "enjoy !" ...AROMA !!! Anything but !! Julie & Jim Petit / Marietta India Peace Corps volunteer group I-80

The food is great. It looks like a hole in the wall but all the best places do. Dont let its looks decieve you. Reasonably priced. Autheticly spiced.

The food here is delicious! The korma chicken and the butter chicken are my favorites. I've ordered takeout many times. It takes a while to make and occasionally they get the order wrong.

Found this place and wish I had found it sooner. The name, "Aroma", is perfect for this place. Walking in the door we were met with an aromatic blast from the Kitchen - and we knew we were going to have a tasty meal. It's a humble little place that packs a punch on the tongue. We will be back! PS - we had the Tikka Masala, Korma, Naan and Samosas. All were great!

The food was delicious! I had the Gobi Masala and my husband had the Tikka Masala. They were both really good. With most Indian restaurants I feel like they just dip your food out of a large vat that had been sitting for a while. But this place was really fresh, cooked to order. And way too much food for me. The samosas were delicious. Next time I want to add raita and roti because I'm sure they will make a delicious meal even better. The restaurant itself is small and casual, but very comfortable. Great for both take out and sit down. I can't wait to go back.

Really great little Indian food place that seems to be family owned. It isn't the fanciest place inside, so I recommend it for take out more than sit-down. But what really matters is the food is delicious with both authentic and unique flavors. I have been there 4 or 5 times and have been very happy with the quality of the food and service every time. It is also nice to have some quality Indian food in an area of Woodstock that seems lacking in international culture.

My husband and I love this place. For us, it's pure comfort food. Call ahead to order and make sure they include any naan bread ordered.

My family really enjoyed this restaurant. We went on Friday evening and were delighted that the place wasn't crowded. Several people came to pick up to go orders while we ate there. The owner was extremely friendly and helpful in making recommendations for our first time. He even gave us some Lacha Kulcha try with our food. We had the Samosas, Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Jalfrezi, and Baigan Bhartha(eggplant). Everything was very flavorful. I recommend this place if you want some great flavorful food and like a low key environment. We will be returning soon.

I am new to the area and was going to visit Publix to grab dinner and decided to order from Aroma. I love Indian food and especially the vegetarian options. On a Friday at 7 pm, the wait time for the food was 50 minutes which surprised me, but I ordered anyway. I'm glad I did. I ordered the Malai Kofta and Naan bread. You can chose your heat level and my choice of Medium was to my liking. My dish was delicious! I enjoyed it very much and will definitely return to try more items. I am excited about this restaurant because it seems authentic.

Really tasty food - ordered delivery - perfect for right now! Ordered vegetarian options, all very good - the Gobi Masala was excellent. Will continue ordering here regularly.

Ordered delivery. It was terrible. Worst Indian food I've ever eaten. It tasted like airplane Indian food. I am sorry to the owners for posting a negative review but I truly hated it.

We had the Kashmiri Dum Aloo, Chicken Tikka Masala, and Chicken Kadai. All came with a side Mediterranean salad, veggie samosa, and bottle of water for their 6.99 lunch special! Everything is made to order so our food was super fresh and flavorful. Will be coming back!

My favorite Indian food on this side of town. Good price and I've never had anything I didn't like. Okra Masala is our favorite!