Govinda's Vegetarian Cuisine

"Known for its daily vegetarian offerings, this Indian restaurant is at the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) temple in Garden Oaks. The menu changes daily, with items like chana masala, basmati rice pilaf, mango cake, and fully-vegan meals prepared on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. As a bonus, peruse the majestic grounds before or after your meal." - Brianna Griff

"Located on the grounds of the ISKCON Hare Krishna Temple, this spacious restaurant offers a serene dining experience alongside its all-vegetarian buffet. Govinda’s Vegetarian Cuisine has a rotating menu with an array of Indian vegetarian favorites such as saag paneer, daal makhani, and chana masala. For those seeking vegan options, plan to visit on a Sunday, Wednesday, or Friday when the buffet is entirely plant-based." - Brianna Griff, Eater Staff

"Govinda’s serves a daily vegetarian and vegan Indian food buffet from Inside the hard-to-miss Krishna temple in Garden Oaks, with a side of meditation. For $13 on weekdays and $14 on weekends, the all-you-can-eat buffet serves half a dozen different entrees, desserts, and as much bread as you like. While all the food, like saag paneer or kidney bean dal, looks like what you might eat when visiting your friend who lives in a commune, it’s hearty, medium-spiced, and savory. Plus, the bird sounds that echo across the high aviary-like ceilings make the entire place feel like a spa cafe, but on a budget, especially when the Krishna devotees shuffle by. " - chelsea thomas, gianni greene

"If you’re looking for Govinda’s, just look for the giant domed pagodas rising above a Krishna temple in Garden Oaks. Inside the main temple, Govinda’s serves a vegetarian and vegan Indian food buffet every day of the week, with a side of meditation. Inside, bird sounds echo across the aviary-like high ceilings, Krishna devotees shuffle past interior windows, and people who appear to have reached some kind of personal nirvana blissfully bring by water and silverware while you load up on food. For $13 during weekdays and $14 on weekends, the all-you-can-eat buffet serves half a dozen different entrees, dessert, and as much bread as you like. While all the food, like saag paneer or kidney bean dal, is simple, it’s hearty and well-seasoned. Plus, the bird sounds and make the entire place feel like a cafeteria at a spa, but on a budget." - Chelsea Thomas

"Located within a grandiose ISKON temple, Govinda’s serves daily buffets of vegetarian food focusing on barbecue tofu and classic staples like dal makhani and bhindi masala — plus, serves an entirely vegan menu on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Be sure to take your plate outside, so you can eat in the shade of the main worship hall." - Megha McSwain, Brittany Britto Garley