Kadhai the Indian Wok

I visited Kadhai - The Indian Wok for dinner. The service was excellent and the ambiance was pleasant, making it a nice place to dine. However, the food I tried was just okay in terms of taste not as flavorful as expected. That said, the menu has variety, so it might be worth trying other dishes.

Great buffet with outstanding variety. I love when they have broccoli bhaji on the buffet or chicken vindaloo, but all the options are great. Good for takeout too, but this was one of my favorite lunch buffet takeout spots for years!

I once would have rated this a 5star because I have loved coming here for years. But it has seemed to change. The butter chicken tastes less spiced and more sweet like a barbecue sauce. It is good portions and cooked to order. The staff is kind and the restaurant clean. I was not too happy to realize how much the recipe seems to have changed compared to when I first started going almost 3 years ago, and I am unsure if I will be back for the food.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Had dinner at Kadhai with my friend and WOW—mind blown. 🤯 The butter chicken was honestly the best I’ve ever had in my life (like, I’m still thinking about it). We also tried the appetizer sampler and those kabobs?? To. Die. For. The chef even came out to chat with us and was so sweet—it just made the whole night even better. Such a fun and delicious experience. Can’t wait to go back!

The entree and appetizer were both very well done. The spice levels were a little low for a 6 so if you can handle spice, expect to order a 7-10. I had a rose lassi which did not taste anything like rose which was incredibly disappointing. The kulfa had much to be desired as well. The service was friendly but also a little slow. I would go for the entrees but not for much else.

One of our favorite local Indian restaurants in the area with authentic and rich flavorful dishes. There are a variety of options, all incredibly delicious and served in the restaurant's namesake, kadhai. Options include including lamb, goat, chicken, and vegetarian curries. When we have a craving for Indian food, this is one of our go-to's.

We order food for our Robotics club meeting. All our students and mentors liked the food. The food was ready on time. It was well packed. Food was super delicious. We will order it again for our next club meeting.

The food here is delicious. I have only gotten take out but the food is typically done in 15-20 minutes. The staff is very kind. This was the first Indian place I ever tried and had to return. The butter chicken, garlic naan, and sweet lassi is a combo that will forever change your life!

My wife and I have been eating here for probably 10 years. During that time, I've never had a bad meal here and neither has my wife, nor any of my family or friends that we've cajoled into joining us. I was recently talking with my wife about it--it's just so rare to have that kind of consistently good experience from a restaurant. And to think we found this place entirely by accident. It's a small restaurant, very out-of-the-way, mostly quiet and unassuming. I don't think I've ever seen the place packed to the gills--more of a constant flow and vibrant "hum" than an overly busy "around the corner" line. They must be doing something right because it's been around for so long and there are always people coming in and out of here.

really a 3.5 but there are no half stars allowed on this app! i came in by myself to try this place out for lunch. it's only buffet-style at lunchtime, and the dining area is not super spacious. the place was pretty empty when i came in, so i was seated immediately. i tried a little of many dishes. the fried appetizers (aloo tikki and pakora) were the best. i really liked the sweet chutney. for the main dishes, i tried the navratan korma, dal makhani, saag paneer, and broccoli bhaji. the saag paneer was my favorite of the four; the paneer was crumbled into tinier chunks instead of the large cubes typical of the dish, which i surprisingly liked a lot. the navratan korma was slightly sweet, and tasted fine. dal makhani was good too, and the broccoli bhaji was tasty enough but tasted more like manchurian than any sabzi. the naan was flavorful and soft as well, although the rice didn't feel fully cooked. the price for the buffet after tax was $20, which is sort of pricey but now sadly par for the course in the triangle area. i'm glad i stopped by here once and tried it out! if i worked nearby id probably stop by for a weekday lunch buffet once in a while, since service is super quick and the food is tasty enough and filling, but it wasn't a memorable enough experience to go out of my way to go back or get takeout from here.

This is my absolute favorite spot to visit whenever I'm in Raleigh. The chicken tikka masala is outstanding - creamy, perfectly spiced, and deeply flavorful. Their garlic naan is soft and buttery. I also recommend their lunch buffet, which offers great variety (including great vegan options for my friends) and lets you try a bit of everything. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. This place never disappoints.

Food: 4.5 Service: 5 (Delivery) Order: Via UberEats, Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken, Naan Date/Time: 5/8/2023 7:30pm This was an UberEats delivery order. Service from the restaurant and UberEats was really quick. Actually was delivered by the estimated time but that estimate seemed a bit aggressive but they did it! All the food was very tasty but the naan was kept on the burner a bit too long and was charred. The chicken in both main dishes was very tender and the spice was perfect. The rice was a mix of white rice with saffron and was also very good. I'd definitely recommend their take out!

I went here with some coworkers for lunch and was thoroughly impressed. The bigger is very basic with few options but the food is delicious! I was hooked on a yellow curry chicken dish with basmati rice. The food was so flavorful. The naan bread was soft and fluffy. I also grabbed some banana pudding because I'm addicted. The banana pudding was a little on the runny side however it was delicious. It is a pretty small space, I wouldn't recommend them for larger parties but it was extremely comfortable here. I wouldn't highly recommend this place is you're looking for a delicious, quick meal!

Great lunch buffet and helpful friendly staff. Food is hot and delicious and kept full and continually refreshed. I loved my chicken Vindaloo, which was mildly spicy. I would have loved more heat, but most people would probably have liked the heat level . The visit was for my birthday lunch, and we will be going back.

6/30/23-Decided to swing by and order hubby dinner. I ordered the butter chicken (spice level 4 or 5) and garlic naan. Hubby enjoyed it. Stated it was plenty of food and even with a lower level of spice it still had a kick to it, so it was tolerable for him.

A true Indian Gem! I've had amazing Indian food in London, as well as Morrisville, NC... both Meccas of Indian Cuisine. And Kadhai in North Raleigh is right up there with the greats! A wide range of veg and non-veg options on a hot and maintained buffet. The chicken Korma and the Daal were off the hook today. Yummm!!!

The owner of this place and his wife are two of the most beautiful human beings in this world! They make delicious food, undoubtedly! Everyone knows it in the RTP area! Back in 2014, when me and my wife were on a roller coaster before our Ph.D. defense, we stopped cooking at home and started having our meals from this restaurant only! The owner somehow learned this and started preparing his own meals for us for free! Bimol Da (owner) literally came on earth to us like an angel during that time! When you eat in one restaurant more, you build relationships and trust! Me and my wife would be forever grateful to these two people! They prepare very special Thanksgiving and holiday buffets - do not miss that!

Our flight out of RDU was so early that we spent the night at a nearby hotel. We ate here for supper. It was really good!

Wow, this is food is damn good. I've done Indian before, been out to Sitar like million times. But Indian Wok has much much better service. I usually don't mess with the crackers and sauces in the beginning. But check this place out. Its green, it's a yogurt and mint. Lamb Tikka masala which I can't get in my other spot, medium heat. Oh man. Too much of this great cooking will lay you out. Gulub Jamin, not my fave. I think Sitar has better. Nann was light and flaky, not heavy.

Kadhai is a excellent Indian restaurant in my neighborhood. As someone who was raised by west indian grandparents, I enjoy my food spicy. I love that you can choose how spicy you want your dishes by intensity number. I went with a 4. That was the perfect amount of heat for me. The food here is flavorful and plated with perfection. I ordered lunch via Uber Eats. The food arrived fast and piping hot. The serving size was generous with plenty of leftovers to enjoy tomorrow. I ordered vegetables samosas, Chicken Madras and Aloo Gobi. The Chicken Madras was my favorite. It really packed the heat ! Lots of fresh spices and pepper throughout the stew. This was delicious. The naan was complimentary with my order. They left it in the oven too long unfortunately and it was not the best charred. The basmati rice was cooked to perfection and all the flavors were just excellent. I will return to dine in for the lunch buffet.

The absolute BEST Indian food I've ever had! Talked to the chef for a while too. Such a great story and kind man. I highly Recommend this place.

I've eaten at many Indian restaurants, and this one is hands-down my favorite. The food is always fresh and fragrant, and the staff is always friendly and attentive.

I ordered dinner delivered to the hotel this evening and it was on time and delicious. Still quite warm when it arrived, the Chicken Madras curry was flavorful and not too spicy. With rice and a side of riata (always a good idea to get the yogurt sauce in case it's too spicy), a delicious and flavorful meal. I can't tell you about the restaurant or the service, but the delivery? I'm a fan! [Review 11815 overall, 1597 of 2019.]

Definitely one of my favorite Indian restaurants in the area. They have a great mango lassi and a wide range of tasty regional dishes you can't readily find elsewhere.

Ordered the mixed vegetable pakoras, they were over cooked in old oil. Also ordered the lamb vindaloo, the portion of lamb was cut in half and very fatty and tough, they added potatoes to the stew which is a new thing to replace the lack of meat. The basmati rice was not basmati rice, thinking it was plain white rice. I am a Caucasian and do know the difference in rice. Ordered two orders of garlic naan which the bottom was very dark to burnt. They didn't bring a check, said just go pay. Won't be back!

Kadhai The Indian Wok's wonderfulness hits you the moment you walk in the door. The fresh spices greet you before the food is even on your plate! And when their sumptuous dishes do hit your tastebuds, the only negative sentiment remaining is your fight against the gluttonous desire for more. The location and the exterior don't engender high expectations, but once the plates start arriving, the experience quickly becomes superlative. This is a small, quiet spot that would be recommended for a romantic evening out for those with high standards for Indian cuisine. I have dined in many Indian restaurants in many locations, foreign and domestic, and Kahai is certainly one of the very finest I've had the pleasure and good fortune to enjoy. Entrees run from $14-18, somewhat on the expensive side, but you will likely have enough to go home with, especially after the wonderful Chicken 65 appetizer. If you like Indian food, there's a real treat in store for you in Pleasant Valley!

I ordered the Murgh Biryani - Chicken and instantly felt disappointed with how it looked. Rice is far from being Basmati rice. There is no aroma of the Basmati rice at all and the texture is all wrong. Biryani tastes really sweet which is a HUGE no-no! Chicken was undercooked and chewy. A solid One Star dish!

Really nice Indian buffet with a good variety of meat and vegetable dishes. We arrived just after 12pm and everything was freshly prepared. We even had room for some homemade deserts such as banana pudding and mango mousse. Good value for $18 per person and the staff were very nice.

I live in Charleston and I've tried all the Indian spots here and none of them fit the bill. They seem to tone down the flavors. So whenever I visit one of my 4 children in other cities, first thing we do is find a good Indian restaurant. We accidentally bumped into Kadhai, hidden at the back end of a strip mall that had seen better days. Please don't let this keep you away. Delicious, authentic and the nicest staff. Everyone came out to say hello. And we had so much food, we were lucky enough to have a few lunches for work, after returning to Charleston. But, our grand baby lives near by this spot - so we will be back!!

The absolute best hole-in-the-wall Indian lunch buffet that I have ever stumbled upon. The selection is decent, but the flavor and spice level is always right on point. I go as often as I can.

Gave it a long break and hoped it got better. Nope. Small selection on buffet. Rice pudding flavorless. Banana pudding tasted like lemons. Pita bread instead of naan. For the price it is not worth it

I enjoyed the take out food I had here. The vegetable pakoras appetizer (fried veggie/chickpea flour bites) were excellent - I'd definitely order them again. So was the vegetable biryani. My only complaint for the latter was the addition of lamb at $5 gave us 3.5 bite sized pieces. I expected a bit more than that. The chicken 65 appetizer was much different than others I've had, and not in a bad way! The spicy fried chicken bits were intermingled with a cool spicy cabbage slaw. I found myself liking it, being an avid vegetable consumer, but if I was all about the chicken I may have felt there wasn't enough. The Kadhai bhindi entree (okra with onion, pepper, tomato and spices) was quite decent. That dish didn't stand out as much as the others. Overall, this place makes some tasty food and I'd eat here again. Many other dishes to explore too!

Ordered chicken tikka masala, chicken korma, kadhai gobhi, malai kofta curry, and garlic naan for takeout. Pros: Service was extremely fast! Chicken korma and kadhai gobhi were delicious! Generous portions of rice for take out. Cons: I've had a lot of Indian food before and their chicken tikka masala and malai kofta curry were unusually sweet. My family and I even joked (like another reviewer here) that perhaps the chef had an off day and dumped too much sugar. The garlic naan also used garlic powder rather than actual garlic (what I've found at other places). Overall good food, but I probably would never order the chicken tikka masala or malai kofta curry again. I'd definitely come back for the chicken korma and kadhai gobhi.

Yummy food. Loved this restaurant! We went here for Mother's Day and it was an amazing buffet!

I'm a bit torn on this place--we tried Kadhai for the first time a week ago, so here are some pros/cons from that experience. Pros: the host who took our takeout order was very polite; my partner liked his chicken kadhai (although the flavor was fairly straightforward and underwhelming); there was a good amount of chicken in his dish; the price was reasonable; they gave a lot of rice with the dishes; garlic naan was decent. Cons: my chicken tikka was really oddly sour and wayyyy too sweet (and not sweetened in an appetizing way, it tasted as if someone dumped a bunch of granulated sugar in the dish); our order was delayed for pickup upon arrival. I'm not sure if it was a case of "ordered the wrong thing" or a telltale sign of "this place ain't it."

We've never had Indian food before, but we were bored with the same old takeout rotation and have been all about trying new things lately. We stumbled upon this place while playing Russian Roulette: Dinner Edition, one of our least favorite, more frustrating games in which you doomscroll through "delivery food near me" results on google until you get fed up and order the usual go-to crap. After about twenty minutes of brainstorming, I asked my other half, "What about Indian, wanna try it?" to which he replied, "I'm down, let's give it a shot." Hands down, best dinner decision in a long time. To say this food went beyond our expectations would be an understatement. My little guy's a generally picky eater so I ordered chicken nuggets as a backup (thats an amazing option btw thank you) - the kid LOVED it. The portions are good (we had a lot of leftovers) and the food is absolutely outstanding. NOT TO MENTION the food was estimated to arrive at a certain time and guess what??? It was at our doorstep AT THAT TIME. ON A SATURDAY NIGHT. Like... we're regulars now. You got us, we're totally sold.

The noodles, veggie balls and paneer are all made in the same sauce. The taste is extremely acidic and the noodles were very oily. We threw them out. Also, they charge a fee if you pay by credit card.

Our second time here and the food is just as delicious as we remembered. The service is great. I got the same chicken dish as last time but lowered the spice level to 3. That was perfect. The service was fast and friendly. I couldn't finish and asked for a to go box, they brought it with extra rice! Nice surprise. My husband is the pickiest eater on the planet and he loves this place as they kindly accommodate all our quirks. I highly recommend for dinner. I see they have a buffet option for lunch but I haven't gotten to try it yet.

Fantastic lunch buffet. Food was great and frequently replenished, variety was there while still being a fairly small buffet, naan (which was on the buffet) was hit or miss (got a few pieces from a fresh batch that were delicious-- a few pieces from an old batch were meh). The two rice pudding-like desserts were delicious. Overall, a really great meal. Servers were very friendly!

This is my neighborhood Indian restaurant. I'm so lucky. Love the Kashmir naan, the baingan bharta, and the Mali kofka curry. Perfect dinner on a cold evening. Rich and flavorful, even at my low spice level. And they always ask what spice level I would like.

Wow, I've never had bad Indian food until today. - Food was made quickly -The restaurant smells like sewage - Food is awful. The butter chicken has way too much sugar in it, and pretty much just tastes like sweet onions. The tikka masala tastes like canned tomato sauce with a bit of seasoning. The naan bread is straight up chewy and just not good. A waste of $40.

Stopped in for dinner on a Saturday and it was delicious! Chana Peshawari spiced to a level 10 was amazing. Butter Chicken was also great. Excellent service, we'll definitely be back the next time we're in Raleigh.

About 5 months ago, Kadhai replaced Royal India Express at this location. Royal India Express was one of my faves so I was a bit bummed out but wanted to give Kadhai a chance. Inside it hasn't changed much from tables to walls. Pretty much the same decor but I'm relatively sure that there are different owners. The menu has expanded to include some Indochina dishes that reflect the regions that border those two countries. But of course, I always go to my tried and true, chicken tikka masala! Kadhai's version was good, very spicy but also a bit greasy. Portion sizes were decent, no complaints there. The garlic naans were very good, charred and buttery. Service was a bit hit or miss the night I was there. They seemed a bit overwhelmed or under-trained from what I could see. Overall Kadhai is a decent example of Indian food in the Triangle but let's face it, they had an uphill climb since they replaced my favorite. But definitely give the place a try, the food is decent and you could definitely do worse. Kadhai is located way in the back of Pleasant Valley Promenade so you'll have to search a bit to find it! A nice spot to get your curry on... Update: Stopped in for the lunch buffet which was decent. About 10 heated entrees, mostly vegetarian along with a meager salad/dessert buffet. Not bad, not great but fine since the naan was fresh and good! I've also had the chance to try the Royal India lunch buffet which is a step up from Kadhai but either is a fine choice.

This is a nice place to go for a quick lunch. The servers are attentive and the place is very clean. Very easy parking. I always go for the lunch buffet. There is a descent variety and the food always taste hot and fresh. Some of it is very spicy and others are not so hot.

Not authentic Indian cuisine. I can't understand how this place has 4stars. I would not recommend this place to anyone. The chicken 65 is overly battered, soggy and tangy. It almost looked and tasted like bad Gobi Manchurian. The paneer makhani was nothing but tomato sauce straight out of a can.

I have been here several times and have ordered take out every time so I can't speak to their service, but the food is delicious. Most recently, I ordered the lamb patiala along with their garlic naan and it was very flavorful with a good amount of tender pieces of lamb. Their portion sizes are also great, and one order is usually able to last me several meals. Will definitely be coming back time and time again to hopefully try some more dishes!

Terrible food. Chicken Tikka was so sweet and portion was so small barely any chicken. Chicken biryani had no flavor, sweet and was so mushy. Chicken 65 they used frozen chicken nuggets w some sweet sauce!!! Do not come here!!!

I crave Kadhai at least once a week! I've tried many other Indian restaurants, and none compare. The level of comfort and satisfaction is like no other. Their lunch buffet allows you to try different dishes, all amazing! I'm a regular here and every friend I've brought has loved it! All the employees are super attentive and nice. Thank you for all flavors and hard work!!

Yes food is good but people there are horrible. 2 months ago, we came around 8. At 8:30 we were the only one there and they forced us to pay and close the bill, while they say they close at 9:30. Today we thought well lets give them a shot again and order food to go to support local restaurant with this whole pandemic...then when I got there (not when I called) he said, non cash is additional 4%...wt??!! They had a sign on the cash register saying that price on menu is for cash only and 4% additional for non cash. Told them this is not good business to not let your customer know first plus they are discouraging to use cash during this time. All he said was "ok". We've been coming here for years 5+ but not sure what is going on this past few months it has been bad experiences.

I love this place! I have been here twice, and both times found the food to be really tasty without being overly oily. I am not sure if the naan is made in house fresh, but at Kadhai the curries are definitely the stars of the show. The service both times I have been has been SUPER friendly and on point. They give you extra rice free of charge if you request it, and will even give it to you in your to go boxes for leftovers (which you will definitely have)! I love that they serve saffron rice, it is one of my favorites. Their "Kadhai Treasures" are unique menu items that you don't find at every Indian Restaurant, so I recommend the Kadhai Paneer. I do find this place to be a little too expensive. You can get the same amount (or more) of food for a much cheaper price at other Indian/Nepalese restaurants, which makes me less likely to opt for this restaurant over the others. However, a benefit is that they do use less oil, so you know that the delicious flavor is coming from the ingredients themselves.

The food is not indian.. its just waste of money, ordered Malai Kofta wad very sweet.. Garlic Naan no garlic in it, and carrot halwa was the worst ever had.. Do not waste your money here

This is hands down the best Indian food myself and my family have ever had. We got the appetizer platter and that alone was worth going for. The butter chicken had this real light taste to it that was unique and unbelievable. The lamb korma was to die for. Their portions are great - I'll be eating only this the next few days. My only complaint was that I couldn't eat more of it without hurting myself. I literally fell asleep halfway through typing this review out because I was so fat and happy so here I am finishing this out. Yeah, I'm not going anywhere else.

Don't trust the 4 and 5-star reviews, they are by people who know nothing about Indian cuisine. But of course it's ok that they like it, whatever it is. This may be some provincial take on standard Indian fare, if so it is not to our liking, after multiple tries and despite the curiously positive reviews. As people who have had Indian food weekly for decades in different countries, we know a thing or two about that to expect. We truly do not get the 4- and 5-star ratings. The Butter Chicken was literally like pasta sauce in looks and taste, no exaggeration, almost all tomato, no butter flavor, no spice, no spice flavor, and the cubed chicken was hard - it didn't taste anything like any Indian food we've ever had in the US, Asia, or India. Another reviewer mentioned something similar. The Vindaloo was all potatoes, had gristly meat and very little of it, too sweet, and was not spicy at all - Vindaloo is among the most spicy of Indian curries, but theirs is so bland it was a chore to eat. Other dishes were ok but again too sweet and unremarkable and similar. In fact everything was too sweet and too tomato-y, and we actually like tomato-based curries. It could be that they are over-catering to the American palette, if so they are missing the mark. Everything tasted the same, there was little-to-no variety in taste despite getting 4 different types of dishes. Worth noting that on none of our visits were there any Indian customers, and some of the more negative reviews are from Indian people. Seems each time we go the food gets worse. This time will be our last time. We wanted to like it as it is nearby. See our other reviews for some of our preferred alternatives, and stay tuned for more reviews of Indian other places we haven't had time to post a review of yet.

The number of times that I have ordered delivery from this place is honestly kind of embarrassing. I can't speak to the restaurant cleanliness or vibe because I order from home. Sorry Kadhai delivery guy, that was me, not a hoodie wearing goblin, that you keep seeing. This is my go to place for quick Indian food. Chicken 65 is my jam along with the Kadhai chicken. We've liked all the dishes that we have had here, some more than others, but that depends on your taste. Oddly, one of my favorite things about this restaurant is their rice. It's so simple and yet so good and I want to eat it all day everyday. That and the pickled vegetables. They clearly know what they are doing and have been doing it for a long time. They are very quick and haven't messed up a single order. I'll keep ordering an outrageous amount of food from this place and hope they aren't judging me for it.

My family loves this place. The mali kofta, and bangan bharat are two of our favorites.

Best Indian in Raleigh! This is a must try for any foodie. You can't go wrong with any of the food at this location.

I'll be honest when I say I have never really enjoyed Indian food, specifically because of the spices. But after visiting Kadhai for the first time, I now am LOVING the flavors and can't stop returning! I have been trying a lot of their dishes to get a feel for them. So far there's nothing I've ordered that I didn't like. The garlic naan is BOMB! The staff are so friendly and welcoming as soon as you walk in. They actually know us by name now! They have these mango & yogurt drinks that are smooth and tasty, and they actually make their yogurt in-house which is super impressive. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for something filling and spicy.