SPICE ROOM

I was so excited to find dosa in the Denver area, I am from the east coast but live in Oregon and it’s hard to come by. I ordered the Mysore Masala Dosa and the vegetable curry soup. Both were very delicious. Anu was so helpful and discussed spice levels and I like it hot so I ordered a 4/5 and probably could’ve had a 5. Check this place out it’s definitely worth it!

So good. There is so many great options, and I love to try new things whenever I go. It’s called the spice room because they know spice, both in flavor and heat preferences. You can do spicy and mild, no problems. Also the inside vibe is this cool diner esque spot. Go here! The momo’s are it.

The food here is incredible. Every dish is spiced to perfection and most are available with different levels of heat to choose from starting at mild and up to SPICY spicy (a personal favorite). Their Mango Lassie is a definite can't miss but the chai tea is a sleeper hit as it's warm, aromatic and beautifully spiced. Try the Date Naan if you want a less sweet dessert option. Our server, Indira, was so attentive and helpful when answering questions about the menu.The portions here are large, filling and affordable. They have plenty of Gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options as well if you have dietary restrictions. As for the interior, it's quite spacious and suitable for parties of any size.

My only downside is service/food was a little slow so even though we had allotted a lot of time we were still there for a lot longer than expected. I loved almost everything I had except for the Naan pizza. It wasn’t very great so I would not order again but I was curious and wanted to try it. The sampler appetizer was AMAZING highly recommend trying it out.

Great meal here, one of our better ones in the area in the last several months. Great flavors and spices. Wonderful Hakka Noodles, delicious Chicken Shahenshah, and garlic Naan. Service was prompt and friendly, and drinks very tasty - especially the mango mojito! Easy, relaxed atmosphere. Really a great place for a meal. Don’t miss it!

We LOVED this place! We live very close and can't wait to come back! The restaurant looks great inside! I got the chicken tika masala and my husband got a specialty sweet and sour curry, both medium heat and delicious! We also got the garlic naan and it was perfect! Our server Anu was great and made the experience lovely! Many dishes are naturally GF and many can be made DF (like I got my tika masala). We will definitely be coming back with friends and family! 😊

It was me and my family’s first time here and all the food was fantastic. Bim was so helpful and attentive. He gave some great recommendations because I had a hard time choosing what to order since everything sounded so good. Be warned-The dosa is delicious but ENORMOUS! The menu clearly labels which items are vegetarian, vegan, dairy free and etc which was super helpful because 2 people in my party are vegetarian

Wow — Spice Room is hands down one of the best Indian restaurants I’ve had in a long time. From start to finish, everything about my visit was amazing. The ambience is warm and inviting — beautiful Turkish lanterns hanging from the ceiling give a cozy, exotic glow. The bar area is well-stocked, stylish, and makes it feel like a place you can linger, not just eat and run. We loved their paneer tikka masala, chicken tikka masala and butter chicken. The food lives up to the ambience. Every dish burst with flavor — the spices were bold but balanced, the naan was perfect, and the curries were rich, creamy, and just the right kind of comforting. The staff were friendly, attentive without being overbearing, and you can tell they take pride in what they serve. If you’re craving Indian food and want more than just good cuisine — an experience with great vibes, decor, and service — Spice Room is totally worth visiting.

Loved it. I went for lunch and tried their Thali (sampler). I am the only one in my family who likes Indian food and the Thali was such a treat. I was able to try a selection of dishes. Everything was fresh, hot, and delicious. I did a medium spice level and it was nice and spicy.

Just had dinner here for the first time it was very good. Our Niru server was so pleasant and nice. I'm the type of guy that likes to try food that most Americans don't. when you walk in and the menu is so extensive it's really hard to pick stuff especially when you have no idea what 90% of it is everybody orders the same stuff the butter chicken and of course my wife had to because she loves it and it was really really good. I had to have something different so I asked my server Niru what I should order and she recommended it they're really really good and I have no idea what they were lol but they were lamb and chicken and crazy I highly recommend you go here

Met a friend for lunch. There is plenty of parking in the back. They had just opened, so no wait. We were greeted and seated right away. I liked the lunch portion. Even with it being smaller, I still has some to bring home. My first choice was Masala Dosa, but those are not available until after noon and it was 11. I chose Palak Paneer instead. Delish! I went for medium heat and it was just right. I love the spinach and cheese cubes. The rice was hot and fluffy. We had Papadams to start with some chutneys for dipping. Always a nice treat.

We have now been here twice and have been thoroughly pleased both times. The service was incredible-our server was working so hard and they were quite busy both times we went. The menu is a little overwhelming, with lots of options, but I like reading the little notes about the dishes! The food is soo delicious! I tried the vegetable korma, mild and my husband had the chicken tikka masala, mild. On our second time there, I just had to get the veg korma again and we shared that and a sweet potato tikka masala. Chef's kiss, scrumptious!! And with the rice, good portions, so great leftovers too. We also shared garlic naan and some veg samosas. We love how they redecorated what used to be a diner. It is so gorgeous and unique inside. They did a great job redesigning the place. Will definitely make this a regular spot!

Love this so much! The menu is huge. Everything that I have tried is amazing. The only thing I don't love as much is the saag. It is just a bit salty for my taste.

This is probably the best Indian food I've had in Colorado. The dosa masala is HUGE, cooked well and tasted phenomenal. Absolutely loved it. Chana masala is very flavorful, and the garbanzo was cooked how I liked it. The lamb jalfrezie is also really delicious. Flavor is delicious and lamb was really juicy. Portions, staff and everything is worth the cost. Love the interior design with a vibe of a diner. Will be back for sure!

I generally dont post reviews but this the most horrible mockery of Indian food I have ever eaten. We ordered tomato soup, mushroom manchurian, and Achari paneer 1. In tomato soup we found curry leaves which is generally found in south indian dishes and the taste of tomato soup was overpowered by curry leaves. Funny part, we found full garlic pieces in soup. Can't imagine what else can go wrong with such a simple recipe, 2. Mushroom manchurian also had curry leaves. Now, any indo chinese dish NEVER EVER has curry leaves in it. I can accept fusions but fusions are supposed to taste good. These are horrible 3. Achari paneer - gravy was watery, it seemed like they literally put Achar ( mango pickle) in the curry. That's not how achari dishes are made. Look at any possible youtube video for recipe of these. Overall, just save your money and don't go here

Its classic American diner turned Indian restaurant. The staff is extremely attentive. Opted to get a mango lassi and the lunch special Thali with butter chicken and garlic naan. Everything was delicious and large portions for a thali imo (compared to LA). If you are near Old Town Arvada, definitely worth checking out.

Great choice of Indian food, the wait staff need to up their game a little, the service was a bit hit or miss. They repeat your order back to you then when your waiting for your main course, they come and tell you it was taken to another table. And you still end up waiting and sit there picking at your rice and naan bread. Would give it another try and hopefully it would be better next time.

Holy YUM!!! My grown daughter asked to eat here for her birthday. So I just met her. What a delightful surprise both and the atmosphere AND the magnificent food! It seems like Spice Room (in Arvada) prides themselves on their vegetarian offerings with quite a bit also classified as vegan. When I order Masala Chai the server made sure that I knew that it has dairy. I'm not a veggie but I very much enjoy Indian veg dishes! And I am a huge fan of southern Indian food which is hard to find in NW Denver. Wowza! The dosa and also the idli are screamingly fantastic! I love the sambar and we also had Chaat- the aloo tikka option. I've never had it before but the spice profile was sensational! Ah, therefore the name =Spice Room! I'll be back and soon! Highly recommend

4.5 stars. Woohoo, there's now an Arvada location of Spice Room! So happy this restaurant keeps expanding. This definitely used to be an old diner. Interesting choice of place to repurpose. Love that there's a huge parking lot. Came here with friends one evening and enjoyed our experience. I got the Lamb Biryani, while my partner ordered his usual Baingan Bharta. Both were phenomenal. Also got Kheer for dessert to share, which was a special treat for everyone. Customer service I think is still working through the new restaurant stages, but I know they'll only improve!

I believe this is the best Indian food in the Denver area! We usually do carry out but the inside is clean & has a great vibe. Take out is quick and easy & always delicious. Parking is very easy, even though it is right in the Old town area. Hands down, the best garlic naan that I've had. Everything we have tried was outstanding.

Pros: Wonderful food, great flavors and no disappointment -- i think you maybe can't go wrong. The interior of the restaurant is gorgeous! Con: Not going to lie, some of the most terrible service I've had in a long time. The waitress didn't have any pleasantries at all and had no suggestions for food. When I inquired on spice level so I could try to ascertain what kind of spice we're talking about (I guessed we would have serious spice lol) she didn't know what I meant and just said low to high. I don't expect anything amazing, but ugh

This Spice Room is fantastic: I have written two other reviews. Do visit, there are plenty of booths and tables, and the service is impecable. Have a party, or special time with friends, only service dogs are allowed. Most of all BRING YOUR APPETITE!!! Please read my other reviews, Spice room with plenty of parking, easy to find is a difficult place not to WISH TO GO EVERYTIME YOU ARE IN ARVADA BON APPETITE or as in Hindi

Delicious Indian food!!! The menu is voluminous - like the Cheesecake Factory of Indian food almost. It's a little hard to see for those of with older eyes - it's small print on a black background. Definitely needed to use the light on my phone. Vegan items are pretty well marked. I also had the mango cooler cocktail and it was amazing - I love mango so this was perfect for me. Service was helpful with questions & suggestions. The restaurant is pretty large & it's a little loud. Not sure if they have quieter areas to sit. I had the samosas and the Methi Mushroom Masala and, let me tell you, that was so good I had it for breakfast the next 2 days! When can I get a Spice Room in Dallas, TX?!

This is hands down the best Indian food I've had in the Denver area. My husband and I got takeout and shared: - Shahi Paneer - Mysore Masala Crispy Dosa - Dahi Papari Chaat - Garlic Naan Everything was delicious and full of flavor. I'd happily come back to try more of the menu.

Yum!! The food was spectacular, the decorations are gorgeous, and the service was stellar. I honestly can't remember such great service. I typically get chicken tiki masala when I'm at an Indian restaurant, but this time I decided to mix it up. We had the Chicken Shahenshah. Marinated in spices and yogurt then slowly cooked in a coconut and cashew gravy. Outstanding!! I can't wait for my left overs. For dessert we shared 2. Rice pudding is a favorite and theirs did not disappoint, one of the best I have ever had. We tried their carrot pudding, warm, and it was even better than the rice pudding. It was all so delicious that I forgot to take pictures:) Highly recommend checking this place out!!

Service was great, food was delicious! Big menu. Can't wait to come back and try more ...

This new location is very popular, and rightfully so. On both of my recent visits, the place was packed. The parking lot is large, but it was still pretty much completely filled. Service is solid. The food is outstanding. All of my traditional favorites, are quite good here. They do an exceptional job with their Momo. I see myself returning here quite a bit in the future.

10/10 recommend. I don't eat much Indian food but we were visiting some friends and he told us about this place. Let's just say NOW I want Indian all the time. This food was so delicious. We walked in and had to wait about 15 minutes for a table. The place was packed! I love how it was an old diner and they kept the charm of the place. After being seated and looking at the menu, they had tons of options. My husband and I ordered an eggplant dish, a lamb dish, naan bread, and another appetizer. I don't remember any of the names of them but I know that they were so fricken delicious that I could cry When I'm back in town I will def be back to visit. Everything was so amazing here

I'm going to give this place a 4. It receives a lot of hype, but I don't see anything that should separate it from other similar restaurants. Everything was good, not great. Service a bit slow. Just a typical Indian restaurant to me.

Outstanding!! We had eaten at the "original" location before COVID and always wanted to return. This new location is more casual and maybe the menu was different. There were so many items we wanted to try and what we ordered was so good, that next time it will be hard to decide whether to try something new or reorder past successes. Starters were noon bajhi and fried okra. Mains were a vegetarian paneer, sweet peppers in coconut curry sauce and lamb jalfresi, as well as lovely cheese garlic naan. Everything was outstanding. Our sever, Bunni, too. Totally awesome meal.

A very diverse and interesting menu that includes traditional and regional selections. Medium was fine fit for my taste (FYI I eat pickled jalapeños like some eat dill pickles). There were 2 levels hotter and one cooler (mild). Every dish was flavorful and enjoyable. The cheese and garlic naan was some of the best we have had. Our server was Bunni and very helpful and knowledgeable.

The great reviews brought me in.. and my love for Indian. They also have decent happy hour specials, although the food items were primarily fried so I kept with wine. They give free pappadums to your table upon arrival which is a nice way to wake up your taste buds. I can't handle super spicy foods and my husband can't handle any. They were honest about what can be made with 0 spice level and were highly accommodating which is appreciated. Food wise I went for the edamame salad: 4 out of 5. Too limey but maybe because it lacked the other spices it was meant to have. Hubby loved this tho. Tika Masala with Paneer. 5 out of 5. Creamy and decadent. Lamb tandoori. 3 out of 5. Came out super dry unfortunately but great flavors. I would stick with lamb cooked in sauce or just vegetarian. And samosas. These were great. 5 out of 5. Love the place. Definitely coming back to try mushroom methi, their dosas and desserts! Even the manager came by to check on things so they definitely care to uphold service quality. Well done!

The food here tastes amazing and I love love love the place. However, we got some really bad food poisoning and we're certain it was from Spice Room Arvada (likely E-Coli-- even bleeding from how awful, but couldn't afford hospitalization). This was from Thanksgiving 11/28/2024, food poisoning last night continuing into today. Not to mention I got a ton of direct dirty looks and attitude from our waitress (likely for me being semi-visibly transgender) despite being really nice to her. As you can see I haven't written a bad review before so I don't allege things like that lightly. As regular customers it was a great restaurant otherwise though and we'd return if it wasn't for the food poisoning!

Everything from parking to paying the check was perfect. Really clean, parking lot with marked spots for the restaurant, good food and friendly service. Me and my daughters are butter chicken lovers and theirs didn't disappoint! Will definitely be back....several times!

Spice Room is a fantastic Indian Restaurant in a cool, funky space. Spice Room has an epic variety of dishes. The menu is downright intimidating. They have the classics, like Tikka Masala, Makhani and Rogan Josh. But, they also have tons of dishes I'd never even heard of. They have great descriptions and details about each on the menu. They can make just about any dish vegetarian and they have multiple vegetarian options like beans, sweet potato, mushroom and paneer (not just tofu). The lamb masala was great. I ordered it Medium and it was on the spicier end of Medium. Keep that in mind when selecting your heat level. The lamb was good, but I think I'd like to try one of the vegetarian options next time, like paneer. The jalapeno-cheese naan and garlic naan were both wonderful. You can see from the outside that this building used to be a Gunther Toody's. It was remodeled into a funky diner space when Stuben's took over the building. Spice Room has kept the funky diner feel, but added cool Indian touches, like glass lamps and art. Most of the seating is booths. But, there is also seating at the bar and a few half-booths that are half free standing chairs. They have plenty of off street parking behind the restaurant. And, the restaurant is a short walk to Olde Town Arvada for post-dinner shenanigans.

this is hands down the best Indian food i've had in the Denver Metro area. this place could easily compete with indian spots in much larger cities. fast friendly service every time and it's always poppin in here on the weekends. we probably get take out from them about once a month and there isn't a single thing on the menu that we've tried that isn't delicious. So happy this new location opened up just a few mins from our home in Arvada!

Located in what used to be steubens, this interior doesn't look too different, just added a bit of spice to it. The food is SO GOOD! We came as a group of 7 on a Saturday night, ordered a ton of different things and shared the dishes. My favorite was actually the mushroom appetizer, never had anything like it and it was delish! Everything was super fresh, flavorful and spicy (portions are generous too). The medium spice level was great for me in most of the dishes, will definitely be back!

We are so happy we have spice room in our neighborhood! Some of the best Indian food my partner and I have ever had. We got the tandoori chicken and the chicken shahenshaw. The chicken shahenshaw was recommended by our waiter and it did not disappoint and went great with the tandoori chicken. Large portions, we took home leftovers! The menu is incredibly large so we will be trying something new every visit but it will be hard not to get the exact same thing again. We also got the garlic naan which is a must. We will be regulars here. The restaurant was pretty busy but I don't feel you'll need to make a reservation everytime you go. The vibe is cool. Old diner style.

The Chicken Tandoori was delicious! We got medium and we usually like spicy food so it was really good, but probably as hot as we can go, more like Hot instead of medium spice. The Chicken Curry was good, we got medium and it was about a medium spice as expected.

First thing I'd like to mention is that this Restaurant operates through the emotions of love and joy. You can clearly tell when interacting with staff and when eating the Rajma Aloo which is beaming with flavor and happiness with each bite. I'd like to give a special shout-out to my server Rakesh who took care of me like I was a family member. If you are in Arvada or surrounding areas you are doing your spirit a disservice by not eating here!

We've been here twice in the past three weeks and both times times the food was incredible and the service was friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. Anoushka took excellent care of us and made sure we had everything we needed and even answered questions for what we plan to order the next time we come in. The manager stopped by to check on us as well and asked if it was our first time in. It was our second. The first time was so good we decided to bring in a larger group to celebrate graduations. I highly recommend dining family style but for the other people in your group be careful on the spice levels and go mild to medium unless you know you can really handle the heat on the spicy stuff. Definitely plan on coming back again and again!

Stopped in for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon. The place was relatively empty and we were greeted and seated immediately. The restaurant is brightly lit and decorated colorfully. The music playing was relaxing and had an authentic feel. Multiple servers were waiting on us, bringing our food and drinks and checking on us. We were brought a small plate of cracker/bread with four different dipping options. The sauces ranged in heat levels, but were all tasty. The main meals we ordered were chicken tikka masala and shrimp vindaloo. We both requested spicy and they delivered. There was plenty of basmati rice to share and we added a side of butter naan. This is personal preference, but I was let down by the texture of the naan. I was hoping for a fluffy/puffy naan and this was definitely thinner, kind of like a tortilla. Despite that, the meal was great!We never had empty water glasses and the food came out hot and quickly. We shared the kheer rice pudding and it couldn't have been more delicious. It was creamy and topped with raisins, nuts, and coconut shreds. We'd certainly stop by again!

New Spice Room in Arvada at former Steuben's at corner of Ralston Rd and Wadsworth Bypass. They are hidden behind 7-Eleven on Ralston Rd. Plenty of designated parking lots + handicap spots and takeout order spots. It still has the chromed front door originally when this building was a Gunther Toddy's. No remodeling except for flower leis and antique lamps. They have a full bar, counter seating and plenty of tables. Lunch is served between 11am-3pm, so I got lunch. All menu items were smaller portions at lower prices. For example, my Mango Lassi was $ 3.99 versus the regular price of $5. I ordered a Cucumber salad with lots of cucumbers, red onions and carrots in a vinegar dressing. Nice and light. I got an order of Chicken Patia which is chicken and curry dish with mangoes. It was both spicy and sweet. Basmati rice is always included with your entrees plus got an order of whole wheat roti (a type of Naan). I ate 1/2 and took the balance home in recyclable clamshell containers. They provided a paper bag to carry out your food. For dessert, I got their Gajar Ka Halwa, a hot carrot pudding with cashews & golden raisins. Their dessert menu is longer with 6 offerings of which 2 are not gluten-free. I was served by Indira I. He said lunch is still slow, but Fri & Sat nights they have a full house. This location is very close to my workplace in Wheatridge, so I can come again after work.

Great flavors, really delicious food. Good staff and recommendations. Looking forward to trying again.

Had an amazing experience they really turned this old building into a beautiful place to sit and eat. The food was so flavorful and filling a little in the pricey side but 100% worth it for the proportions and flavor

Excellent! This is the place for the best Indian food in the metro area. Seasoned Indian cuisine lovers know the cook makes the difference. This place has the cook!

We really enjoyed spice room. We ordered quite a few things but the chicken 89, honey curry paneer, and saag were awesome. We also had the dumpling appetizer with chicken. You can tell they are made fresh! Our friends liked the chai and my husband had a mint tea drink he liked. It came served in a cute milkshake glass. The location is great too with a nice big parking lot. We did make a reservation but you can probably get in on a Friday without a problem. Next time we go back we want to try the Dosa! It looked sooooo good.

We did takeout and let me tell you this is the ONLY place you should get Indian food if you are in the Denver metro area! Chicken vindaloo - I ordered it hot and it delivered! Super juicy chicken, fresh herbs, incredible taste. My family ordered the Tikka Masala and again super fresh and delicious. Saag Paneer and New dish I've never tried called Dosa Masala - soft and filled with aromatic masala and potatoes. Many dishes in menu that are new to me and I can't wait to try them all! Go here! It will not disappoint.

Delicious food with dairy free options! Niru was a very attentive waitress which we appreciated. We love this place and would definitely come back.

We've been going to other Spice Room locations for years, but this was our first visit to the newest location in Arvada. It was awesome! We've missed the monthly Tuesday night vegan buffet, but found many vegan options clearly listed on the menu. Our waiter recommended I try the masala dosa and I am so glad I did. I will definitely be ordering it again. Can't recommend the newest location highly enough; everything about it, from the wait staff, to the spacious, comfortable interior, and especially the food, was great!!

This was our first time and we loved it! Definitely order the Dosa appetizer....but it's huge! We got the masala and were halfway done before we realized the center was full of the potato mixture. Very good and filling. We split a main meal and were full. Good food, good service, and clean. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

First time here. Food was mediocre for lunch. Service was decent. There are a lot better Indian food restaurants in the area with much nicer ambiance (not so noisy) and better food in my opinion. Sorry.

Delicious chicken tikka masala, delivered hot to my hotel room. Yummy! Will definitely order again.

Yummy wish they had Raita . Food is always ready very quickly . Portions are on the smaller side, packaging has updated to bio friendly recycling. We have never eaten done in.

Finally! An Indian restaurant that serves dosa outside of Aurora! Probably the best Indian food we've had in the Metro area. Can't wait to come back

Hands down the BEST Indian food in Colorado. Love their honey curry, spice was immaculate. We were seated at a nice, clean table by a wonderful waitress, Anyu.

The Spice Room is amazing. I first met the proprietor when he ran the Yak and Yeti on Ralston. The menu is packed with amazing dishes from India and Nepal. The interior is warm and inviting with various art pieces and a cozy interior. The service is always top notch and the flavors and heat cannot be beat. Good job Cal!