Kastoori Grill

This was my first time dining here, and it was a wonderful experience. We ordered the karahi chicken, butter naan, and steamed chicken momos. The momos were good, but the real highlight was the karahi chicken, absolutely delicious! Their hospitality truly stood out as well. The staff were incredibly warm, friendly, and welcoming, which made our overall experience fantastic. Highly recommend!

This restaurant truly lives up to its reputation for great-tasting food. Every dish was full of flavor, well-seasoned, and beautifully presented. The ingredients tasted fresh, and the menu offered a nice balance of classic favorites and unique options. The atmosphere was clean and welcoming, making it a comfortable place to enjoy a meal. Service was friendly and attentive without being intrusive. Overall, it’s an excellent choice for anyone looking for delicious food and a satisfying dining experience. Highly recommended.

I was looking for a Pakistani spot around Pike Place and happened to stumble upon Kastoori Grill, so decided to give it a try. I ordered the chicken karahi and chicken dum biryani for pickup. Honestly, I was pretty disappointed. The portion sizes were quite small for the price, which already felt off. On top of that, both the curry and the biryani were extremely oily/ghee-heavy, to the point where it felt greasy and not very enjoyable to eat. Flavor-wise, it was just okay and not at all impressive . I ordered it spicy, but it still came out very mild. It felt like they just added some jalapeños on top, which didn’t really add heat or depth. The staff member who handed over the order was friendly but overall the food just didn’t feel worth the money. If you’re South Asian and used to eating authentic karahi or biryani, you’ll probably notice the difference right away. It’s a great location, and I really hope they improve because the potential is there, but I personally wouldn’t go back.

Absolutely loved this place! We ordered the veg momo and the lunch combo with paneer tikka masala, chicken kadai, chana daal, and rice, and everything was incredible. The flavors were rich and comforting and it was 100% worth it. The staff was so welcoming and helpful, which made the experience even better. Every dish was amazing!! We’ll definitely be back!

I stopped by this restaurant, Kastoori Grill, because the aroma compelled me to. I was walking by with my hands full from the market and I turned back around to go inside. I ordered food to go. The dishes came out so beautifully even being carted back in a bag. It speaks to the care the restaurant staff has, from owners to cooks, for the community and for food itself. What I got this first time: Red Chicken Karahi — This is bone in chicken and a signature non-dairy dish at Kastoori Grill. * I had it seasoned to medium from (mild, medium, hot) * The spice is delightful on your lips. * Chicken falls off the bone. - Perfectly cooked. Garlic Naan - I dipped the garlic naan in the Karahi sauce. - Must get this again. Large pieces of bread and heated up beautifully the next day. Paired with a petit Sirah. Chicken Seekh Kabab - I was so full from the Naan and Chicken Karahi I ate the seekh kababs the next day. Saffron Rice - A multitude of flavors in the rice, could eat spoonfuls on its own or mixed in with anything. Paired with a Mango Lasi. I’m thrilled to go back, dine in at the restaurant, and on my list to try next will be the Chicken Biryani, Vegetable Pakora, Goat Karahi, and Aloo Tikki!

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT and equally as fantastic and delicious food. Very friendly attentive owners... the restaurant is now serving Pakistani food. The well known Momos are still on the menu though! Good selection. WONDERFUL chicken korma and goat korma...and the spice level was great. Ordered spicy and got exactly what I ordered...it was packed with flavor. Will definitely return again. Congrats on the new business!

Dined in and had a great experience overall. The service was excellent from start to finish — friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. I ordered the biryani, which was a standout. The rice was flavorful, the spices were well balanced, and the portion was more than fair. We also had the fish, and it was amazing — perfectly cooked, well seasoned, and fresh. Everything came out hot, and you can tell real care goes into the food. The atmosphere was comfortable and relaxed, which made it easy to enjoy the meal. Great food, great service, and a place I’d definitely come back to and recommend.

The food is amazing! The service is great! They were so patient in helping us go through the menu, and the chef came out to ask us if the food was good. The portions are to die for! And we got free veggie samosas! We were a quarter way through eating the food before we took pics :)

Great food and excellent service. First time visiting from Alaska. Great job, will return

Kastoori Grill completely impressed me. The flavors in every dish were outstanding, rich, aromatic, and perfectly balanced. You get that deep, comforting Indian-Nepalese flavor profile without anything feeling heavy. We ordered the biryani, chicken korma, and chicken karahi, and every single dish hit the spot. The biryani was fragrant and perfectly spiced, the chicken korma was creamy and comforting without being overly rich, and the chicken karahi had bold, vibrant flavors that made it one of my favorites of the night. I ordered everything at medium spice. It had a nice warmth, but honestly, I would've loved just a touch more heat, so if you like a solid kick, I'd recommend going a level up. The seasoning itself was spot-on: layered, bold, and deeply satisfying. Friendly staff, generous portions, and a super convenient Pike Place location make Kastoori Grill an easy go-to for delicious, approachable Indian-Nepalese food. I'll definitely be back next time, ordering hot!

I was looking for a Pakistani spot around Pike Place and happened to stumble upon Kastoori Grill, so decided to give it a try. I ordered the chicken karahi and chicken dum biryani for pickup. Honestly, I was pretty disappointed. The portion sizes were quite small for the price, which already felt off. On top of that, both the curry and the biryani were extremely oily/ghee-heavy, to the point where it felt greasy and not very enjoyable to eat. Flavor-wise, it was just okay and not at all impressive . I ordered it spicy, but it still came out very mild. It felt like they just added some jalapeños on top, which didn't really add heat or depth. The staff member who handed over the order was friendly but overall the food just didn't feel worth the money. If you're South Asian and used to eating authentic karahi or biryani, you'll probably notice the difference right away. It's a great location, and I really hope they improve because the potential is there, but I personally wouldn't go back.

Went here for an October 2025 date night. We had been here prior a few times, but our first since the new management. My favorite sign that a restaurant is trying their absolute best to be great, is when the owner is the host, the server, and also working the kitchen line. He was very very nice and doing a great job. The interior still needs some work, but major upgrades since we last visited. We started with the paneer pakora, which was so so good. Nice and crispy outside, with really soft paneer inside. Comes with two yogurt based sauces, and we liked the mint one best. For the mains, we decided to share a few of their curry dishes. We went with their pindi choley which is a chickpea curry that was awesome and then the chicken korma. The korma was insanely good, chicken was super tender as well. We ate it with their garlic naan, the naan was slightly cripsy and super soft as well. Loved it. I wish the curry came with rice though. The owner said next time we the biryani, which we definitely will! We love this spot.

The spot has new owners and yesterday they accommodated a party of 31. With prior notice, of course. The food tasted like your home cooking growing up in a Pakistani household. We had the mix grill which had super tender and flavorful meat items. The palak gosht was lick your finger good. Chicken biryani was excellent. The chicken tikka was a Pakistani style butter chicken and the flavors just exploded in your mouth. The naan was fresh. The kids enjoyed the chicken chow mein and the chicken tenders and fries. Overall, an excellent experience. I think the fam has decided we are replacing our other go to's with kastoori grill now. The space is ample. Plenty of parking around so don't let its location drive you away. We will definitely be back.

Tried their BBQ and daal ghost and was blown away by the flavor. It's under new management and you could see the change in overall ambiance and food quality.

My friend and I were walking around after a shift at work and we were absolutely starving, we walked around from Westlake's ASEAN street and all around the waterfront and we looked at so many menus and ratings but our decision was so easy when the aroma from this place drew us in like pie from a windowsill. The prices are very good considering it's right by Post Alley and my friend and I have been to multiple places that serve similar foods but this place is the true hero. The service wasn't overbearing in any way yet they made sure to check in on us enough times. I would recommend this place to anybody who wants some greatly priced, delicious and authentic cuisine. I will say that the portion sizes are off putting at first but the food was so filling and they know exactly what they're doing, so trust the process! You won't regret eating here at all. The interior of the restaurant is honestly pretty nice, it feels like home vs some bright millennial vibe

Came here by chance as most of the restaurants were already closed at 3PM. Came with teenagers who have never tried Pakistani or Indian food. We ordered the usual fare of vegetable pakora, garlic naan, chicken biryani and butter chicken. We were recommended to try their lamb bohti. Every dish was flavorful. I just found the butter chicken a bit sweet for my taste. But the lamb bohti was a revelation. The meat was tender and juicy. It was savory with just the right heat. The restaurant was casual with most tables seating 4. But they do have 2 long tables for big groups such as ours. The wait staff was very attentive and helpful. I would say the price is reasonable.

Absolutely! Best indian / Pakistani food in Seattle. Its under new management! I am so glad that finally we have good Pakistani food in Seattle!!

Only came in to order chicken biryani rice and saffron rice to-go. The food was amazing! Definitely will come back again to enjoy the atmosphere and the other foods.

I've tried their catering a couple of times at this point, and they are absolutely amazing. The flavors are bold and fresh, and I love the lamb biryani, grilled chicken, garlic naan as well as the sauces that come with all of it. It's a step above your average Indian restaurant, and the flavors don't taste watered down and it's clear a lot of work and thought is put into the food. This places deserves a lot of love, definitely give it a visit!

Stumbled upon this home in the wall Indian grill on my trip to Seattle. The food is awesome. You have lots of flavorful, spicy, rich dishes from curries to freshly made naan. The veggies were not overcooked nor were the proteins in the buffet area. The gulab jamun was mid. It's served cold and sitting in cold syrup. Very interesting and not good considering I've only had gulab jamun served hot. Anyway, if you're looking for an affordable Indian option in the area go check it out - but don't expect friendly faces to welcome you or an upscale restaurant. Very low key.

Amazing service! Yummy food ‍. We stopped inside on a whim because it smelled so great from the sidewalk! My sense of smell did not disappoint! The server was so sweet, I requested Keema and even though it wasn't on the menu, he was able to make it quickly in the kitchen. He went above and beyond for me and I really appreciated it(the keema was soooooooo good). If you're visiting the area, this restaurant is definitely somewhere you need to try!

Service was amazing! The Tika masala was and the garlic naan was absolutely delicious! The black tea was the best!

Wonderful food and service was outstanding. We will definitely return! Highlights were the mango lassi, the fried fish and the creamy spinach (Palak Paneer).

Food was amazing! Service was great and very attentive, gave us several recommendations when they noticed we were overwhelmed with all the selections. Recommended the mango lasi due to the heat of the day and it was perfect!

Just stopped by yesterday (6/30/25) for some takeout on my way back to the office from the Market. They're under new ownership; I chatted for a minute with the new owner and was told the tikka masala I ordered is a new recipe. He also asked that I let him know my thoughts. Since I may not be back in there for a while, I hope he'll catch it here. I will say that the tikka masala was excellent. Very flavorful and I enjoyed it thoroughly. The chicken was quite tender, too. The only thing I might complain about is that I was told the meal came with a salad, but I didn't get one :(. Still, I was quite happy to have plenty leftover for lunch today. I'm guessing they may be renovating as well. While I didn't walk into the restaurant but waited near the entrance for my to-go order, it did look a bit disorderly from where I stood. I assume they're still getting the place to their liking.

It was our second time at this restaurant and we will be coming back so regularly! As a Pakistani person this is the most authentic restaurant food I have had- so fresh And tastes like Pakistan. Everything I have tried was made fresh and so delicious. The ambience is amazing- great seating, wonderful staff. Makes you feel like family truly. The prices are so great! incredibly reasonably priced for the quality. I would highly recommend the goat karahi. It was falling off the bone and so delicious. The naan are made in a tandoor and spectacular. Delicious chai too!! love it so much and the owners are so sweet. Can't wait to be back there soon!

Food and service were amazing. The host/ owners are personable and go to great lengths to make sure their food is fresh and that their customers are always satisfied. Ambience is cozy and comfortable.

Had a wonderful evening at Kastoori Grill. Food was beyond exquisite and the owners were very kind. I enjoyed the homey feel, and would highly recommend.

I ordered through the website and picked up. It took about 15 minutes total for me to get my food and be on my way. Quick, efficient and delicious!

What a warm refuge from the madness of Pike Place Market during the holidays! I'd never been here under the old ownership, but the new folks are at the top of their game, avoiding pre-made sauces in favor of homemade everything. The fried onions on top of the biryani were crispy and fresh, the tandoori chicken was as tender inside as any I've tasted, and the spinach dish (whose name I've forgotten) had a complex, rich flavor with just the right kick of green chilies. Friendly service, too. Can't wait to go back!

Don't let the humble exterior fool you, this is a hidden GEM. One of the best dining experiences in recent memory, above and beyond hospitality , such passionate flavorful food.

Just visited Kastoori Grill. Had chicken biryani, garlic naan, mixed veggies on a cold wet night. Excellent food, ample portions, and service from happy people.. And a location so close to Pike Place Market. While we were there late in the night on a Monday, the space is large enough to accommodate many diners. Strongly receommended.

This was my first time dining in at this place within Pike Place Market for early dinner last night. First glance when I came inside with my friend it looked very elegant and inviting. The waitress was hospitable in helping us get seated with great service and my friend and I ordered Vegetable Pakoras, 2 Kastoori Grill Specials of the Chicken Tikka with cream sauce and basmati rice which we added the garlic Naan since it didn't come with it and we were so satisfied with it in our bellies. Definitely will come back again next time to try other meals off the menu. Until then

Absolutely delicious. Service was great, they were very nice and accommodating. Food also came out super fast. There were not a lot of people inside but honestly there should be a line out the door. Will definitely be coming back.

Loved the momo's. So good. The sauce and everything just perfect! I ordered to-go and easy handoff and great customer service. For my momo needs, this will be my go-to. Make sure to get the momo's covered in the red sauce with onion and bell peppers. Simply delicious!

This restaurant is now under new management and serves authentic Pakistani food. We tried the chicken biryani, chicken tikka and karahi goat. All were delicious. Loved the ambiance with Pakistani drama soundtracks playing. Don't let the old reviews dissuade you from going.

Mixed lunch combo is a great deal. Flavors were delicious. Excellent service. Will definitely come back.

I loved the mo mos, chicken karahi, biryani, pineapple lassi, the beautiful setting and warm environment, and excellent staff.

Our server was incredibly friendly and helpful, which made the whole experience even better. The food was absolutely 10/10 - so flavorful and fresh, easily some of the best Indian food I've had in Seattle. The atmosphere isn't really the draw here, but the amazing food and warm service more than make up for it. Highly recommend Kastoori Grill if you're looking for a fantastic meal!

The food is great esp the goat curry. The meat was perfectly cooked and nice chunky pieces of meat. Garlic naan were amazing too. The chicken momos are a must try. The service and the staff was very very nice and so well spoken. The interior is little shady and very very old. This places needs a serious renovation. But if you don't care about the looks and more about the food, it's great. The presentation is good too. They lit candle under to keep the food hot.

The food was amazing! The staff is really friendly as well. Would definitely come back here and very conveniently located to pike market.

Great food and service! Came in with 11 ppl and were treated super well. Totally recommend for great Pakistani food!

Another 5 Star Review in the books. The Butter Chicken, Tandoori Chicken, Naan and a glass of Mango Lassi!! Everything was amazing

Husband and I stopped in after a long train ride from California. Sat down ordered appetizer and chicken tikka and Spinach dish with garlic naan. Food was good until I saw a foot long RAT walking across the floor. I asked my husband if he saw it and he confirmcouldn't get out of there fast enough. When we alerted the staff they didn't seem surprised and offered to move our table. We politely declined, paid the bill and left. We determined the rat issue was not surprising to the staff which is weird to me. Will NEVER be back.

While traveling to Seattle for a conference, I stumbled upon a restaurant where I decided to try the lamb biryani. It was incredibly delicious! I would give it five stars--the owner and staff were both professional and exceptionally kind.

Amazing food and excellent service. We were meeting up with one of our cousins, and he wanted to take us to one of his favorite spots. We ordered several different appetizers, entrées, and everything was delicious. Our favorite was the momos (the sauce was incredible!). The naan and sabzis felt typical to North Indian fare, but overall very good. I'd definitely come again, although I'd probably just focus on the momos.

Always happy with the service at kastoori. We come here only for the c-momos as I am nepali. We did try some of the steamed and fired momos but they aren't as good. I wish they had better chutney for those momos. Will be coming back as always for the c-momos!

food was delicious! Lamb and chicken was lean and flavorful. Right amount of spice! server was pleasant and prompt. would definitely go back

Bomb Indian and Nepali food tucked into Pike Place Market -- I was a little skeptical of finding authentic food in such a touristy area but honestly really loved it. The food here is SO filling and also VERY spicy, so would definitely beware while ordering. For the food: Chaat -- a classic done right. It was tasty and crunchy and flavorful and light. Momo -- super unique and flavorful, would recommend eating with the chutney. Paneer Tikka Masala -- SO. GOOD. This was probably my favorite thing here but it definitely ran on the spicier side. It went great with naan! It was super flavorful and the paneer was tasty too. Vegetable Biriyani -- super flavorful and tasty, as well as a very large portion size. Overall, a great spot if you're craving Indian. The food comes out fairly quick and is fun to share with friends.

I agree that this is probably a 3.5 star spot but since they've had some poor reviews, I'll give them a 4 because the food is fairly good and the service was reliable. We came in around 1:45 pm for a late lunch. This used to be a buffet spot but I'm guessing Covid changed that. I think I preferred it as a buffet because you could try the different menu items and get a nice blend of spice. I ordered the aloo govi (cauliflower and potato) and my husband got the vegetable korma. We ordered the paneer naan, at our server's suggestion. I love spicy so I ordered it a 4/5 spicy. However, the server advised against that warning it would be too hot, so I got a 3/5. I wish I'd ordered a 4, as it was pretty mild. The spice was a little one-note and didn't have the complexity I've come to expect of this dish. I did try my husband's food and his was great. Very flavorful and rich, I was dipping the naan in there probably more than he would've liked. The paneer naan was not enjoyable, I imagined it being cheesy but instead it was flat, crispy and with fleks of paneer throughout. We got the free dessert with check in. I noticed one of the reviewers claimed there was a maggot in hers, which startled me. But I now know she misidentified one of the spice pods as a maggot. It is NOT that. If you pressed it open, it has a sweet rose smell that you get in the dish. So don't worry on that front. Prices were a little high for quality but really not terrible,. If you're craving Indian and you're near Pike Place, don't hesitate to stop here.

We had a fantastic dinner here. You can choose your spice level. Everything was spicy and delicious.

I eat here every time I'm in Seattle as long as I can convince my traveling companions to eat a nice spicy and rich curry. I remember the service is decent but the curry is amazing. I always eat too much as it's hard to put the fork down. Great leftovers.

Worst dinning experience! I recently visited this restaurant and was extremely disappointed with the level of customer service. Upon arrival, we saw, that looked like the manager of the place with a dead pan expression. We saw one table occupied in the entire dim lit restaurant. There was no communication so we wondered if he wanted us to come in or not. He gestured us to sit so we took a table under the random bulbs in the ceiling. We ordered tea and somosas. When they brought the tea it was very milky so we requested it to be a little stronger. The waitress who was not serving us, asked what happened to the manger and started rolling her eyes and making faces. Throughout our meal, the server was frowning at us. When she came to serve the tea to us we said thank you and she ignored us so I said, u can smile it's just good customer service. She literally looked and me smiled , frowned and walked away. My friend and I burst out laughing for this high school behavior. To make matters worse, she stood by the manager, looking at us and gossiping and laughing at us. We found this so outright rude and hilarious. We were four on the table and they only gave us two glasses of water. Their disposition was so below standard that we did not even request additional water . This kind of service is unacceptable and overshadowed the quality of the food, which was decent but not worth the hassle. I hope the management takes steps to improve their service, as this could be good business due to the great location if the staff were better trained and more attentive. They did not come to pick up the check, we had to walk to the cashier. You can guess if we left the waitress a tip!

Food was good. Especially Tandoori chicken and Naan was my favorite. Service was also very quick. Restaurant owner(chef) was very friendly. This restaurant is going to be my go to place for food.

Good!! The husband and I both loved it. Don't be fooled by the modest interior, this place is worth the dining experience! Can't wait to go back and sample their lunch buffet.

A non-fancy down home restaurant. I ordered a delicious saffron and cream curry with basmati rice and hot fresh long naan, and a Nepali beer to top it off. So good!

I was confused how this place was bone empty at 2pm on a Sunday with such central location to pike place... welllll, maybe because it's just okay. The smell lured us in -- lots of authentic spices being used. The Naan portion is generous. For two entrees and two drinks it was $53, and for that price I expected more than shown. The chicken was cubed, maybe it's supposed to be that way but the texture to me was off putting like I was eating cubed cafeteria chicken. The sauce itself was absolutely delicious. Rice was middle of the road. 3 stars due to pricey and off-putting chicken.