Jaipur Royal Indian Cuisine

If consistency is what you’re looking for in terms of good Indian buffets, this is where you’ll find it. I asked few friends about what made them keep going back to Jaipur when there are a dime o dozen Indian restaurants in the DMV, but they all said the same thing — Jaipur consistently maintains the standard. Their food is not an out-of-the-world gastronomic experience but it’s simple, Indian food that’s good to eat. I have been to Jaipur mostly for their weekend buffet and their menu rarely changes — for appetisers, there’s always some chaat (chole, mostly), samosas, or harabhara kebabs with chicken kebab and prawns with salad. The mains are mostly jeera rice, lamb rogan josh, butter chicken, tandoori chicken, daal tadka, and a few other veg items. And for desserts, there’s mostly gulab jamun and custard/kheer. I think that’s what they do best— they don’t experiment with a lot of items and basically stick to their fixed menu with a few seasonal changes and that works for them. Also, their ala carte menu is solid — I recommend the laal maas. All in all, the quality and taste makes it a bang for bucks good Indian buffet experience. :)

The restaurant was decorated beautifully. My fiancé went for their lunch buffet, and it exceeded our expectations! Everything was delicious, and the service was amazing. It was a truly traditional Indian cuisine. They kept our waters full, brought us naan bread, and kept the buffet stocked. Highly recommend!

The weekend buffet is SO worth it !! I truly couldn’t believe the price for how much food you can get, and it was all so delicious ! Seriously, the quality you get for the low price you pay is something I cannot overstate. I especially LOVED the paneer dish. They also have really good cocktails and mango lassi. I especially want to shout out Ujjwal who was incredibly attentive, helpful, and friendly. He truly elevated our experience. We will definitely be back :)

I visited Jaipur restaurant on weekend with family. We were seated quickly. Good Ambience & interior decor had traditional India's Jaipur vibes. Staff was very attentive and I believe he was owner who came few times to our table and checked regarding the food and in case we need anything. We tried their weekend buffet, Overall good spread in Non-veg options and food was delicious primarily if you like non-veg options its really good...Butter Chicken, Haryali Kabab, Amritsari fish. In Vegetarian options they had Vegetarian kababs, Paneer masala, Mutter Mushroom, Daal Makhani (Lentil), Sarson ka saag. Mango chutney also very delicious :-). We were served fresh naan (breads) every time. Overall food was authentic and delicious. What I missed (and wished could be included within buffet) - bread options (Roti, or Garlic Naan), more vegetarian appetizers instead of just one appetizer and Garam Chai (Hot Tea). Easy to find place and park, They have additional parking on the side. Overall we liked the place and will visit again with friends and family.

Dined here on a weekday night for a birthday dinner. Since my family is not an expert in Indian food, we asked the server to make recommendations that kids can eat as well. Servers were very nice and friendly. They constantly filled up our water, were nice to kids, and always on standby if we needed anything else. I give 5 star to service. Overall, foods were a little bit too spicy for my three year old son timo eat. They certainly had some kicks, which was fine for adults but too much for little kids. Unfortunately, they didn’t have kids menu and my son could eat chicken tikka masala with garlic naan. We ordered garlic naan separately and the size was a bit smaller than what we typically see at other indian restaurants so we had to order another one. Mango Lassi was decent - not too sweet but very refreshing. 4 star for food. Atmosphere is ok. The place looks old. Table and chairs are outdated but relatively clean. Not a bad place to dine for adults, but not so many options to dine with kids. I wouldn’t mind going back here.

Came here for the weekend lunch buffet. One of the best Indian buffets I have had. A few things stood out to me. First of all, they had many dishes I had never seen before at buffets. In my experience, Indian buffets usually have a very standardized set of dishes with little variation. This restaurant had numerous unique dishes to try, including the catfish and corn mushroom dish, which were my favorites. Second, the service was excellent. I am not expecting much in terms of service at buffets and would not hold it against them, but at this restaurant, waiters were checking on us regularly and refilling water whenever we were low. Everything was delicious, but a couple knocks against were the lamb pieces had inconsistent texture. Some pieces were tender, but others were very tough. Also, the kulcha was not as soft as I would of liked, and their regular naan was much better. Overall, very good experience and worth the price. Would recommend!

Jaipur has been a family favorite for years! Pictured is the butter chicken and the Kadhai Choley. We also love their vegetable samosas and garlic naan. Service is always impeccable and their lunch buffet is great too! Best Indian food you can get in the area.

We have been going to this place off and on for years. The food is good, not over spiced like many Indian restaurants. But the place hasn’t changed in all those years. Tuesday night, maybe 6 other parties there, we get seated all the way in the back. The chairs were old, mine was missing a wheel and the host didn’t seem to care. I swapped it for another. Service was slow, seemed they weren’t really interested in serving. Doubt I will go back, especially since there are many choices nearby.

Visited for the first time and I was so happy I did. The place is gorgeous and decorated nicely. The staff sat us and quickly fulfilled our drink order and brought some bread and sauces. We ordered some samosas for an app, they were delicious and crispy, made even better with sauces. I ordered the lamb chops tandoori and it's the best lamb I've ever eaten; tender yet crispy with absolutely delicious spice!! The pricing is also quite reasonable! I'll be back.

I came here for lunch and it was very peaceful and quiet. I was the only guest. It was a bit cold inside temperature wise so I'm not sure if the heat wasn't on. But I decided to sit down and get my order. The waiter was nice and she answered all my questions regarding the options on the menu. I ordered the lamb malabari with naan and coconut birfi for dessert. The lamb was too tough and didn't have enough tenderness when I chewed on it. The sauce was very creamy and delicious. The naan (not pictured) was a bit too hard and not very soft. The coconut birfi was good but the syrup tasted like it was nesquick chocolate syrup being used. Overall I would try a different item on the menu and avoid the lamb.

We just moved out of the apartment complex right next to this restaurant but never tried it the whole time we lived here. On our last day, we just decided to try it out and were surprised by how good it was! During lunch, they are a buffet, which I also heard was really good. We came for dinner. Our server was very kind and helpful when we asked for any recommendations. The interior is also very pretty and well-kept. The food was amazing! The portion sizes were HUGE and had several chunks of meat in them. We got the two vindaloos, which are supposed to be spicy. However, they weren't spicy at all to us. We recommend that you ask for more spice. The chicken was super tender and juicy. The sauces were great with the rice. Their curries are delicious but please please PLEASE try their garlic naan. It is absolutely delicious and the perfect amount of garlic and crunch! We ordered two of them because they were just that good. I will definitely be coming again! Their prices are very reasonable.

This has Ben our go-to Indian restaurant for over 20 years and from the food quality and the wonderful service you can't go wrong with Jaipur! This past weekend came for their weekend Buffet. It's quite a deal at $22.95 with the quality and amount of options! All tables are brought fresh naan. I especially enjoyed from the buffet the chicken makhni, the mango chicken, chili shrimp, paneer makhni and the mango dessert! There were so many other choices too so you can't go wrong! Service is always attentive and friendly. The buffet is clean and always stocked. The decor is pretty old world Indian. Will continue to be a go-to place when in town!

Met friends here for the lunch buffet before going to the Indian Heritage Festival in Chantilly. The restaurant was full at 1:30 on Saturday and not overly crowded. The food was displayed nicely and replenished frequently. The buffet was tasty and I most enjoyed the palak, Tandori chicken, and eggplant. The wait staff were attentive and my water glass continuously filled. They close at 2:30 and we were told this kindly as we were almost done. Yet again, I didn't get pictures. I would return again if in the area.

Came in for the weekend lunch buffet. At $22.99, it is more expensive than other Indian buffets. The quality of the food is better than other places, but the value isn't there. My 4 y/o was $14.99! I would come here again if I starved all night and morning before, but still find it hard to justify the price point.

Jaipur a new owner Suresh Bhatt and the staff kudos.....nice ambiance and really good biryanis hydrabadi being the best. This place before 2019 was bad but it has stepped up really well. I really liked the change must try spot now. Don't underestimate it just because it is under the apparent building, try the food and service before u judge.

This place might qualify as a hidden gem for me, even if it's out of the way for where we live in Silver Spring. But, 30 minutes isnt bad driving even if its on the beltway. We met a friend here for the lunch buffet. He swears by it. Service was lovely and attentive. Honestly, I wish I could remember all the food we had because it was all so tasty and satisfying. The Naan was super tasty too. Personal favorite has to be either the Aloo Cakes (think potato nuggets) or the one chicken dish that I can't remember the name of. This place is decorated beautifully for being at the front of a mixed retail space in front of an apartment complex. It's a very random location. Holy crap will we try and make the trek again though

Lunch buffet today, yay! Food was delicious Service was top notch and very pleasant interactions with the staff.

I'm giving 3 stars but the 2-star description of "could've been better" seems more appropriate. I have eaten here easily 30+ times in the last decade and have recently noticed a stark decrease in food quality. One of my favorite dishes has been the paneer makhani masala. But, in my most recent takeout order, the sauce tasted like canned pasta sauce - incredibly sugary, and lacking the rich flavor I have grown accustomed to. Worst of all, it was nearly indistinguishable from the butter chicken my friend ordered. One disappointing meal out of many can happen for many reasons. I just hope the reason isn't that the restaurant is starting to cut corners on the same quality that made it one of my go-to spots for eating out.

Disappointing. The lamb was chewy, onion bread was soggy, sweet chutney tasted artificial like out of a jar. Garlic naan was nice, as were the lamb shish appetizers.

Their lunch buffet is a great choice with a variety of options. I love their food because it's been adjusted for American tastes. Service is always great. Very good choice for pickup or catering. Love their butter chicken, chicken tikka, lamb chops, and bread.

I was introduced by this gem from a friend - Girls Night. To the welcoming service to finishing our dinner (I think we were the last group of people to leave, oops) everything was on par. We had ordered: the butter chicken, samosas, feta and spinach, and their chicken masala. Everything we ate was delicious. The spices were not overly spiced, I loved how their sauces were well balanced with tomato and cream as some Indian places tends to go heavy on the cream making it more watery. Also, the chicken was really tender. Its good. You cannot go wrong as we all enjoyed our time and our meal.

Returned to this place because our first visit there several years ago was so good! It did not disappoint! Incredible service! Food is amazing and the atmosphere is wonderful! Sadly the table next to us had some unjustified complainers, sad to see that when a restaurant tries so hard to make everything right. I guess there are Karen's everywhere you go! Our experience was flawless and we will return when we are back in town!

I love this place, best saag paneer and chicken korma anywhere. But, the reason for not giving 5 stars, for some unfathomable reason they will not accept online orders between 2P and 5P, when they are totally closed, which means you cannot get takeout until after 5:30 in the afternoon. That is weird. I get that they want to close the restaurant for a few hours (I really don't, but OK), but why not keep the takeout going? I think they are losing business this way, because I have to go to other Indian restaurants that do offer all-day ordering, even if they might not have as much variety or the same dishes, because I seriously do not want to try to be on the roads in NoVa during rush hour. Please, Jaipur, consider allowing all-day takeout! Or start it again so you can pick up by 4P.

Our favorite indian restaurant. Food is always great, but tonight it was exceptional ++++. We went a little earlier than normal dinner time. The naan was piping hot and all the dishes felt like they were prepared just for us. This might always be the case, but just tonight it was noticeable to me. Service is great. 0 complaints. Water was always filled, dishes were cleared when emptied, and rice was offered as a refill. As much as I'd like to keep this our own family secret place to eat dinner... Jaipur deserves all the success. We've never had a bad dish or experience there and we've been going for years.

The ambiance of this restaurant is amazing. I didn't expect it based on the location but when you walk in to the restaurant it is beautiful and so well decorated. I went on a weekend for lunch and they had their buffet. The buffet was really good and the food was very fresh because the restaurant was so busy that they were rotating food frequently. They also bring fresh flakey naan to the table directly. Great place for lunch with friends or a really nice family style dinner.

I'll start off by saying that I'm a big fan of Indian food, so to say this restaurant was a let down hardly covers the extent of my disappointment. I came over Diwali weekend to try their lunch buffet after hearing only good things. Walking in, you will be greeted with a row of options, smaller than other buffets. I assumed there were more selections around the corner, but there were not. With limited selection, of course I had to sample every offering. Unfortunately they were all a bit lackluster, with less flavor than I typically find in Indian dishes. Overall, there are many good options in town so I recommend passing.

This is the place to be if you want delicious Indian buffet!! It is only Saturday and Sundays 11:30am-2:30pm. I recommend coming before noon and probably after 1, but it's a pretty big space! It's only $18.50 not including tax and tip :-) The employees are super attentive and always checking on us. I appreciate that they kept refilling our water and naan bowl. The space is beautifully and heavily decorated with traditional Indian decorations! There were about 10 different dishes, jerra rice, a salad bar, chutney bar, and 2 desserts. My favorites were the Murgh Makhni (similar to butter chicken in a tomato creamy sauce), Mutter Mushroom, Saag Makai (spinach), Fish Pakora (fried catfish), and the mango(?) pudding with pineapple dessert. Everything was extremely flavorful and fresh. Some honorable mentions were the Dal Makhni (lentils) and Paneer Makhani!

I loved their buffet eons ago, though the quality is not the same as what it used to be. The service I will say has remained the best in terms of readiness and how they are very attentive. The reason why I docked it to a 4 stars is because it just isn't the same as how I remembered it to be. The samosa chaat made me sad because they cut up the samosa into tiny bits, perhaps because I tried various indian spots with samosa chaat there is an expectation, but this just made me sad :( besides that^, the food is still decent or good, though not as strong or flavorful as it used to be. Maybe my taste buds like stronger robust spices...

The servers were attentive. The decor was bright and filled with many lovely pieces. The food was just ok. I've been to many other Indian restaurants in the areas and I found the curries to be a little what's the word. The flavors were not well melded together. The appetizer platter was large is size; however things were not very hot and they were very greasy and lacking crispiness for being fried. The bread basket is abundant; however, flat in flavor. That's the best description I have for everything I had. I normally when I dine out at an Indian restaurant I devour everything. The food from my visit was not amazing or notable. Good service, pleasant environment.. based on all of the other reviews I feel like I need to give it another try however with so many other wonderful places I've been to, I'm not sure I'll be ready to for some time

Delicious food, excellent service .. comfortable seating and chairs.. also one of the best Indian restaurants in the area. The chicken tikka masala was A+ .. naan was solid, rice was okay - I usually prefer my rice more steamed with less oil but this was still good. Overall a new favorite in this area - I will be back!

Yes! Yes! I was weary about going to a buffet but it's simple, good and re-stocked immediately. Went during lunch on Saturday and it was busy but worth waiting the 10mins for a table. At $24.99 a person all the food was so flavorful. Sorry only my desserts are pictured if I posted what my plates looked like you all would be drooling and confused. I had those plates packed with food and I ate it all. So packed couldn't even see the plate.

This is my husband and I's go to place for Indian Buffet. It is wonderfully flavorful and fresh and they do such a great job with service there as well! Weekend Buffet is where it's at. Mango Lassi is amazing here as well.

Food is amazing. The number one buffet if you ask me. Clean. Great staff. Good service. Spacious. Enough parking. Fresh food. Hot food. Variety for all tastes and ages.

The food on the buffet was full of flavors with a wide variety of different spices. The meats were marinated well. They had 4 types of chicken, a fish dish (catfish), and a lamb dish. The tandoori chicken was one of the best tasting tandoori chicken I have eaten. The naan was moist. Price per person $22.95 (adult) The service was courteous, and they kept up with clearing and serving. The ambiance was casual. It was a bit on the dark side with the decor and shades closed. It was extremely busy at 1:30 pm on a Saturday, with a lot of families with kids. Summer vacation has begun in this area. However, it was a short wait time of 2 minutes.

I was in another Indian restaurant when a gentleman heard me saying how happy I was with the food. He discretely came over and said that Jaipur Royal was even better than where we were at. He was right! The Jaipur Royal weekend buffet was magnificent! They had everything, including a nice selection of deserts. I love their deep pink decor. Great selection of delicious dishes.

Outstanding buffet and even better customer service! I would say this is the most generous buffet in the area with respect to quality food and substantive offerings. I challenge you to find another buffet in the area offering this many boneless meat portions. The desserts are also always creative. The ambiance is also nice, though even if it just had folding chairs and tables, I'd still come back!

Came a second time and it seemed like a less enjoyable experience. Service and employees were still very friendly and checking in on us, but the food that was served for the buffet this time wasn't the best. No biryani was available which is normally a staple for Indian buffets. It was a slower turn around for dishes to be refilled. The paneer and lamb curries were empty when we reached and weren't refilled till about 20 minutes into our stay. The chicken curry served was a little on the sweet side which was a little weird to me, and all curries had less actual pieces to it, and it would become only the curry after the first 5-10 people got them.

I've been wanting to try here for a while, and the buffet did NOT disappoint. It's small with a few options, but everything was fresh including the salad bar with fresh veggies. Everything was piping hot and delicious. I didn't enjoy the lamb, but I think it's just my personal taste. Everything was delicious. The staff was quick to seat my group and kept the naan coming and our water cups filled. They were so polite and respectful. This place is great for a group of friends or date night. I definitely recommend.

Got food from here catered for my wedding! Food was so good! Guests also complimented how good the food was. Quality ingredients were used and portions were great. Many of my guests are going to order from here now. Very good prices for their food as well! Order from here and you won't be disappointed!

Over the last few months we have either dined-in or had takeout from Jaipur and it has been excellent each time. They have a broad menu of amazing dishes but we have fallen in love with the Murgh Makni. It is so rich and flavorful and is now a staple in any order. We also love the Mutter Paneer as it is something different from the Saag Paneer you get at other restaurants. When we have dined in we find the restaurant very pleasant and the service excellent. Would love to try their lunch buffet at some point. Definitely will be our local Indian spot for years to come.

Food is amazing Prices are even more amazing Decor is old but still nice I have been in the area for 15 yrs and wonder I didn't go to this place until now Had heard a lot and ate their food in catering But when I went there, I would recommend and take my family there

The fanciest Indian spot of all Fairfax. If you are looking for an exquisite night out this is it. My friends are hooked to there pistachio ice cream. Sometimes we've gone Friday night just for that. We've been told it's a family recipe. Service is very kind with how often we go. The buffet on Sunday's is $20 and worth it. The setup is pretty!

I'm partial to Saffron in Falls Church, but this place is a neighborhood OG Indian spot so they've gotta be doing something good. We had Kali Mirch Tikka Malvani, Chicken Korma, Murguía Tikka Marsala, lamb vindaloo and veggie Biryani. The standout dish would be the vindaloo. We order it at every Indian resto and this one tops all the others. It's a bit spicy, as it should be. This resto can make dishes less spicy. Some other Indian joints we went to, even it u say to make something mild it still comes out spicy. So if you have someone in your party who can handle the heat, this is a good place to try.

Amazing food and service!! Love that they go for an authentic spice level and not watered down. Highly recommend stopping by

Another indication of post-COVID normalcy, is the return of the Jaipur Royal Indian lunch buffet. Granted, the lunch buffet is only available Friday-Sunday currently, but pre-COVID, Jaipur was a main stay for their AYCE lunch offering. I've been coming to Jaipur for 10+ years...and for good reason. Courteous service, tasty food at reasonable prices, all while the diner is transformed to India's legendary "Pink City." For first time patrons, they will immediately appreciate the care and thought that has gone into the design and décor, with an ornate swing in the foyer, colorful curtains, Indian dolls, and a pink color motif throughout the dining room. But Jaipur is especially known for their lunch buffet. At a previous job, my co-workers would make Jaipur our every other Friday lunch outing. I visited recently and appreciate the COVID protocols the restaurant has instituted. The staff is masked up, and there are hand sanitizers readily available. And customers are required to don masks when not at their tables, and to wear plastic gloves before grabbing a clean plate and handling the food tongs. And the food is just as I remember: fresh, flavorful, with all of the "greatest hits" of Indian cuisine. The usual suspects of mini-samosas and some sort of fried protein (there was both a fried fish and chicken) appetizer is available, along with salad and sauce options. I recommend the sweet/spicy tamarind as well as bright green mint chutney for dipping. But don't be a buffet n00b and fill up on these items, since the next station has all of the best food. Jaipur caters to both vegetarians and meat eaters alike. I LOVE Indian style paneer cheese, and there is usually a paneer dish available. Paneer's texture is semi-soft and adopts the flavor of the sauce it's usually prepared in. I also enjoy the creamed spinach (Palak) which is excellent dipped with the fresh basket of naan bread (have to request it). There is also usually a stewed lentil dish in a savory sauce. Tandoori grilled chicken has a subtle smoky and charred flavor, but honestly could even do with a bit more seasoning; whether that be more salt, curry, or even some more spicy heat. And of course, the staple of all Indian buffets, the creamy butter chicken is smooth and goes well the basmati rice. Just be sure to save room for dessert, which usually consists of sweet/sticky Gulab Jamun or if you're lucky, there will be mango ice cream. If planning on visiting during peak lunch hours, I'd recommend calling ahead for reservation, since the restaurant is also limiting seating for COVID. Small inconvenience to have one of my favorite lunch buffets available to the public again.

good spot if you're looking for indian food. wasn't a huge fan of the lamb but it was tender

Ventured from my usual Indian takeout Spice 6 as I've read a couple comments lately about hair in the dishes. Gross! I tried the Tikka Masala and OMG that flavor was out of this world! So delicious. The only thing was that there was no spice when I asked for medium, but thankfully I asked for hot sauce on the side and it ended up being perfect. The chicken was on the drier side but the flavor made up for it! Very friendly on the phone when I called asking for an extra side of rice since I didn't see it on the Uber eats menu. Definitely recommend!

I have not been to Jaipur since Covid. There is no buffet during the week but they have it on Saturday and Sunday. The food came out hot and delicious especially the sauce. The garlic naan is a must have!!! excellent service! There were other people in the restaurant and not crazy loud . I will definitely try their buffet on a weekend!

Best Indian food in Fairfax!!!!! Fresh flavorful and authentic! Palak Chat, samosas, Murtha Makahni. Spectacular. A must if you are in Virginia. Garlic naan.

This is definitely a hidden gem. The parking is a bit off but there is definitely plenty of parking . We got the Lamb curry and chops. I recommend the garlic nann. We highly recommend the lamb chops. It was drilled to the point the bone became charred and broke apart but the meat was perfectly seasoned and medium cooked.

Always exceptional. Don't forget to order the mango lassi! Okra fried in garlic, ginger, and onion was a perfect recommendation from our friendly server.

This restaurant has been around for a very long time. The decor is old Indian decor. Customer service is excellent here. They aim to please. The food is always delicious here. We like their naan bread with garlic butter. The samosas is delicious. The tiki masala is very good as well as the chicken malaghari. Chicken tandoori is very good here as well.

This is one of my Indian spot that I strongly recommend. They have so many Indian dishes for customer and everything on their menus are excellent! I brought friends to this restaurant often and all are back to order themselves. For my recommendation are Biryani, Murgh Makhani, Bread basket, Lassi and Ras Malai.

Having lived in northern Virginia for roughly 30 years, an area with a relatively large population from the Indian subcontinent, we were fortunate to have many good Indian restaurants in close proximity. Jaipur, however, has long been our favorite -- given it's consistently excellent food, beautiful decorations which are reminiscent of the "pink city", and attentive hostess and wait staff. We consistently get the all-you-can-eat lunch buffet -- starting on the right where you find various salads, snacks, and sauces. Moving left, both vegetarians and meat eaters will find a variety of choices, including dishes such as butter chicken, paneer curry, biryani rice, lentil stews, and far more. Back at your table, you'll find a basket of warm naan bread. Finally, make sure you save some room for either or both of the offered desserts. I'm most excited when gajjar halwa (carrot pudding) is offered! A die use treat is to also order a mango lassi (sweet yogurt drink). Jaipur is also our "go to" restaurant to take friends and visiting relatives to.

They catered a friends wedding and the food was so amazing we had to try out the restaurant and it did not disappoint. The lamp chops were cooked to perfection, full of flavor, and the prices were relatively good. The service was polite and efficient. I would highly recommend Jaipur Royal Indian Cuisine to anyone looking for a great meal. This has become one of our favorite family restaurants and will continue to eat when we are out in this area.

Best Indian restaurant in Fairfax County. We dine at their weekend buffet every other week and it's just the best. We've tried others in the area but they just can't compare. The food is fresh with a nice assortment. Highly recommend!

We have never dined in, but have been ordering take out for years. This is definitely one of our favorite Indian places around Nova. The rendition of murgh makhani is unique in that the sauce is more tomato based than cream compared to other places. The chicken is also super tender. I'm not a fan of white meat chicken, but it's tender and delicious here. The mughlai murg korma is also another great choice; the sauce is full of flavors.