Thali

Wow this place was delicious and the owner was so hospitable and welcoming! I was looking for “good authentic” Indian cuisine and I literally felt like I was transported to India! I had the chai tea which was one of the best I’ve ever had. The flavor and portions were top tier. I will definitely be back here when I come to Reno again.

Had an amazing lunch at Thali in Reno thanks to my friend Deepa! Authentic Indian flavors, warm atmosphere, and the best samosas! Thank you Thali for making my first visit special and accommodating us tapas-style. So much flavor to go around!

Food is insanely amazing! So surprised to eat such delicious food. Hits the feels of home! Tiny place but craziest taste.

Had the South Indian lunch today and it was absolutely divine! Every bite felt like it came straight from my mother’s kitchen—fresh, flavorful, and made with love. The sambar was perfectly spiced, the idli was fluffy, and the chutneys tasted so homemade. It’s rare to find food that brings such comfort and nostalgia. Highly recommended if you’re craving something soulful and satisfying!

This is THE spot for vegan Indian food! Staff is super super kind and food is delicious!! They are so sweet to my baby, they even gave him his own plate of food ♥️ my son loves to look over the counter and watch them cook, the cook is so sweet and playful with him. I highly highly recommend this beautiful place with incredible food!!

Had an amazing meal here!! They serve Southern Indian food for lunch and Northern Indian food for dinner. The platter came with the perfect sample of several vegetarian dishes and roti. Can be served vegan or gluten free as needed. Would highly recommend!

Great vegan options and they knew exactly what to point out to us. It was all absolutely delicious!

A friend told me about Thali and it did not disappoint. The dosa, sambar and chutneys were delicious and the masala chai (made with oatmilk) hit the spot. Next time I'm in town, I would definitely try the Thali, since you can taste that their food is made with love and care.

Amazing food! Great service. Stopped here for lunch and we were pleasantly surprised with the authenticity of flavors! Impressed my MIL too:)

To be fair, I can't really eat here yet but we were there last night for a mixer. I ordered a Lassi and my bestie got wine. I saw food being prepared though and it looked amazing. They definitely deserve a try if you like Indian food. They don't have an actual menu though just one plate with options. Employees were so nice, friendly and accompdating and that right warranted this review. It's also a cozy setting where you can sit and enjoy time with friends.

This was my second time eating at Thali. I first came here years ago when they first opened. I love the flavors and Indian food. I have to say the parking is a little challenging. Tonight I came with a group of friends. I ordered the all you can eat plate. Our server , Nehal, was so friendly and helpful. She was telling us that lentils have the same amount of protein as eggs. Loved the attentive service. The plate consisted of all vegetarian dishes. Such a fun evening out and experience!

After trying Thali at the Diwaliwood Yelp event, I knew I had to visit soon. I visited Thali the day after Thanksgiving and it was the perfect post-Thanksgiving lunch. Thali offers authentic Indian cuisine in a way that no one else in Reno does. We ordered the Utapam and Samosa Chat, both of which were delicious. I am looking forward to coming back to try the Thali dinner, which most Indian restaurants don't offer. There isn't much service at Thali. You order at the counter and your food is brought to you, but water is self-serve at the counter. The restaurant itself is cool and features different artwork. Overall, I'm glad I gave Thali a try and can't wait to come back!

Had the samosa chaat and jasmine kombucha, so fresh and delicious! Sat outside in the shared patio area and they delivered my meal to me very quickly.

Didn't realize this wasn't a normal sit down restaurant. It's one seasonal dish every day, you can pay for one plate or all you can eat. One plate was good for me but my friend needed the all you can eat. (Only $2 difference) Food was good and the ambience was very cute but my god was it hot! So uncomfortable we rushed to eat do we could cool off in the 100° outside! would have liked to stay longer but it was unbearable:/

This place is delicious and a great deal. For $20 I got UNLIMITED refills of 3 entrees and bread, plus some sides of yogurt, dessert, and chutney. The chefs were really nice too. We went on a Friday afternoon and it was pretty calm and quiet. I will definitely come back if I'm in the area.

Overall, it was an okay experience. My friends and I all got the all-you-can-eat thali, which came with wheat roti, rice, yogurt, dessert, and 3 various lentils/saag. The food was decent quality, but nothing special. My favorite parts were the saag and spiced rice dessert. The "all-you-can-eat" aspect was interesting to me. Since it was busy, we had to flag down staff to get refills of each item. It was cool that we could also refull the roti and rice! However, service was slow due to the busy food hall around us. This business is located in the West Street Market! Really bustling on a Friday night. The seating area is shared with the different shops and restaurants in the building.

Randomly came to this place with friends when our original spot was closed. I knew this place was close but never got to try it til today. I told the person at the counter I was down for a surprise and I liked everything and I wanted a good amount of spice. Got like veggie crepe with a yogurt sauce a stew and like a butter sauce to dip in with savory donuts. Was super happy and probably the best vegetarian food I've ever had. Also in the back is a nice vibe with other restaurants and a cool stage where they have concerts Sometimes.

This is the best South Indian food I've had in town. Could never find a good Dosa, finally found one! The menu is simple and the service was very quick and easy. Definitely want to come here for dinner and try the unlimited thali plate. West street market is a really quaint and nice spot with other small restaurants grouped together so you can try a bit of everything. Love this location.

Amazing food and customer service. I recommend the refill platter. We sat outside and they bring everything to you, including your refills. What a delightful experience and high quality, authentic food.

The food here is incredible!! I had a wonderful lunch with my visiting friend and she agreed that the MASALA DOSA was one the best we've had. Everyone working was very helpful and friendly. I especially appreciate that they can make any adjustments needed for anyone with a restricted diet. Thali is a perfect place to go in the summer to enjoy the beautiful outdoor seating!

The food is so good and fresh here! Truly a gem in Reno. Super easy to make everything gluten free and vegan, too.

I love Thali!!!! I really like how authentic it is to Punjab culture. I also love that it's family owned and you and peek in the kitchen and see the grandma or someone cooking. Service is wonderful and cute little space in west street market! Often, we will get wine from Archive next door and eat inside. They will also serve you if you're in Archive. It's a great unique date night! 10/10

Another home run restaurant in downtown Reno! We ordered two different dishes that came with three different flavors for dipping. The spices used were tantalizing. A large Sikh family was there for lunch and I watched them as they ordered some pretty good plates. Service was great and it was in a food court with a vegan restaurant ( the Fixx) and a very cool pizza place ( the pizza collective). I highly recommend this place for a fun place that serves wonderful authentic Indian cuisine.

I was duped into coming here, a carnivore invited to what I thought was a standard Indian restaurant. I thought I'd be noshing on fish pakora, butter chicken, and goat curry. Instead, I discovered I had been invited to a vegan/vegetarian only establishment, and didn't know until it I sat down and looked at the menu. That being said, even though I wanted meat... What I got wasn't bad. Tasty, in fact. The restaurant also has a cool vibe to it, and in fact had ANOTHER restaurant inside sharing the space.... But also vegan. I can't for the life of me remember the names of the little pillow things I got that were served with three different sauces, but it was delicious. The pillow things had a great texture, very cloud like, but nice to chew. It soaked up the various sauce nicely, as well. The samosas were.... different. They had some sort of sweet sauce on them, and had been cut open/exploded, and some of them were missing filling. Still, for the most part delicious. The potatoes and veggies it was stuffed with had a great texture, and the shell was crispy. The naan was... Naan. Perfect textbook example of garlic naan. Nothing bad to say. But I will say this... It takes a loooong time to get your food here. Came for lunch, and took a solid hour for everybody at the table to get their food. And so, this carnivore gives a VEGAN/VEGETARIAN restaurant a 4 out of 5. One star off for taking a long while to get the food, and for the exploded samosas missing filling. Still, if you're vegetarian person, I could see this place being absolutely delectable. You should definitely check it out, as everything is seasoned very well. As for myself, I probably won't return (just being honest) because while delicious, this place REALLY made me miss the meats.

I went for the first time for lunch, and it was fabulous! I love South Indian staples like the masala dosa and channa masala (chickpea stew). The food is delicious, filling, and healthy. Just look at the pictures! Each dish is spiced perfectly and made fresh. Service is friendly and accommodating.

Thali is a great spot to enjoy some of the more uncommon Indian flavors rather than the usual Tikka Masala or Butter Chicken vibe (not to say those dishes aren't delicious in their own right). But it is nice to enjoy Indian cuisine in a lighter fare when you don't want something so rich. The food is seasoned perfectly and each dish always goes so well together! We're always met with great service and the price is well worth it for what you get, all you can eat or not. I'm not vegetarian by any means, nor do I go out of my way to eat organic, but this place is an awesome spot to go to when you want something light but still filling if you ever do fall under those lifestyles! Highly recommended for lunch or dinner. Don't forget you can also refill on the dessert!

We stopped in for lunch on a whim and the food was amazing! Perfect amount of spice. Best dosa in town for sure. Service was relaxed and efficient. It's a fun spot located in West Street Market alongside of other small businesses to try. My husband and I look forward to coming back for their dinner special soon!

I guess I'm picky about my South Indian food looking at all the reviews as I was not impressed. I ordered a masala dosa and the crepe part of the dosa was thicker and not crispy which is opposite of how I like it. The potato filling was cut really largely with the skin on the potatoes which I was not a fan of. Not to mention the AC was not working on a HOT day which made the experience worse.

My favorite place to eat in Reno. The food is so delicious and full of flavor. I come back every time I can. Great ambience too (either in Thali or in the market hall).

Still amazing as ever! Increased my rating because the food is always amazing! The staff is super sweet and friendly, and the ambiance is soo fun to hang out in

Strolled into this restaurant, nice and cool building after spending the morning at Wingfield Park (4th festivities). Outstanding service, great food choices and nice size dining room. I plan on coming back with my family.

After 7 years I think it is time for an update! I have come back here many many many times over the last 7 years and I have to say, they are really consistent. Staff are friendly and helpful, the food it outstanding, and the prices are reasonable for the quality and quantity of the meals. As always, the meals are made from fresh and locally sourced food. The spices and flavor notes are complex and very appealing. All the dishes are vegetarian and most are or can be modified to be vegan and/or gluten free. This is is the first time I have had lunch here since Maya's moved to their own location. The lunch menu is different from their evening Thali menu. You have a choice of different items. This time I Joined a friend for lunch. We both started off with Cha, a lovely spicy warm creamy concoction , perfect for a cold winter day. I ordered the Samosa Chaat, she ordered the Chana Masala. Both dishes were delicious (yes we shared) and while there were similar ingredients the flavors were quite different. The samosa was spicy with a bit of heat served in a bowl of chana dahl. The seating in the restaurant itself is very small. We opted for one of the booths in the common area. The sun shining through the plants on the window sill made for a lovely homey ambiance. You order at the counter and the food is brought to your table. You pay after eating. Service is not super fast, but it is a small family owned business and the meals are freshly made and the meals are worth the short wait. And yes - I will continue to come back.

I was surprised by the tastiness of the food and how everything was vegetarian. The sauces are amazing and pair well with garlic naan. The samosas were fried and crispy with a good combination of seasonings on top. Their yogurt drink was not my thing. Seating is in a small food court where you buss your own plates. There's street parking outside, so prepare to pay for meters if it's not a holiday or Sunday.

Found this vegetarian Indian restaurant on Yelp that I thought would be a good option for my wife, who has a gluten allergy, and my friend, who is vegetarian. Upon walking in there was some confusion as their set up is super weird. For some reason, you order at the register but then don't pay until after your meal. After ordering, you're asked to have a seat in the back. The dining area in the back is set up like a food court, with a couple other businesses also sharing the same tables. We waited so long for our food that we thought they forgot about us and/or forgot our order! In fact, we even placed an order at the Vegan Mexican restaurant for chilaquiles that were ready within minutes! As we were contemplating going up to cancel our order, the drinks finally came. Geez, took like 20 min! Our food then took an additional 10 to 15 min to arrive!! The food was alright but the service and wait time really turned us off! After our meal, we were required to bus our own tables and then go back up to pay! And to add insult to injury, they even asked for a tip even though there was no table service or bussers! Overall we had a terrible experience and definitely won't be back!!

The food at Thali was fresh, delicious, and packed a spicy and flavorful punch! The location has plenty of other restaurants in case your group is all in the mood for something different. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating to choose from and it's just a quick walk from the river in a great area. The service was super swift and easy as well.

We came in to try the kombucha on tap and the food was delicious. the ambiance was great and the service was exceptional. I highly recommend you come here. I loved that everything is vegetarian and they are vegan friendly.

I love this place. Fresh, delicious, healthy, Indian vegetarian Thalis (combo plate). Lovely staff. Very family oriented. I will come back for sure when I'm back in Reno.

One of my favorite go to spots when meeting up with friends or when I have people visiting from out of town. It's a fun location becuase it's in the heart of downtown without feeling like it... we all know reno gets a little ratchet sometimes and this cute street does not. It's kindof part of a food hall but the food is amazing. They serve it as a plate of many little dishes and that's what the menu is for the night. They also have kombucha on tap and gluten free naan which is so hard to find! Yummy

I can't believe I've never left a review for my favorite restaurant since moving to Reno 5 years ago! This place is unforgettable. There are always new things to try because they serve local and seasonal produce. They scaled their business beautifully and serve lunch and tea in addition to dinner. This restaurant is located in downtown and is within walking distance of many local attractions. They validate parking in the parking garage on 1st & Sierra. They also have cooking classes! The staff is generous and kind and the whole place has a wonderful vibe and it is my all time favorite restaurant!

Never before have I had an unlimited meal feel so limited. The single portion thali is $18. For only $2 more you get "unlimited" servings. Sounds great in theory. Those unlimited servings feel very limited when the waiters don't come back to your table to bring you more. If it's a staffing issue, I would just prefer to go get my own. Since that's not an option they need to have a better system in place to bring seconds, thirds, fourths, or whatever number of unlimited portions you request. Food was excellent. Some of the best daal and sabzi I've had from anywhere. It's awesome that they don't just remove items when you request Vegan but actually substitute, a Vegan yogurt for example. If you're only getting a single thali for $18 it's ridiculously expensive, however. The first portion they brought out was like a taster size. If you're only getting that for $18, you're getting robbed. If you purchased the "unlimited" serving, be prepared to wait. If your patience isn't unlimited, you'll be lucky to get another serving. This easily could've been a five star place if service was up to par.

Sonny hands down makes the best Indian food in town. Veggie, organic, and locally sourced ingredients. Wash it down with the fresh local kambucha drink. I come here at least once a week, since it is affordable and is always made when you order it meaning it is always fresh and never old.

Thali is one of my favorite restaurants in Reno. It's a great way to get some great, clean food that satisfies the soul. You know the saying, "made with love"... well, you can taste the love in their recipes. Last nights dinner was amazing! Amazing blend of Northern and Southern Indian flavors! The vegan plate is my favorite! Great people, great energy, great food!

This place has the best Indian food I have ever had. Every time you come in they have something different on the menu so it's always a fun surprise. Everyone that works here is kind and helpful. They really look out for you if you're vegan. The whole menu is vegetarian but can easily be made vegan. Just make sure to ask them and they will get you vegan roti and a coconut yoghurt as alternatives. The pickled veggies and mint chutney I could eat every day and I'd be happy. Seriously every detail is there. After your dinner try their chai tea. It's mind blowingly delicious. West Second street market is also a really cool building that's located right by the river. I love the space and sometimes there's local performances. It's kid friendly and there is a bit of outdoor seating if you have dogs!

Wow wow wow 100% organic Indian food! we were blown away by the kindness of the staff and the yummy deliciousness of the food. We meet the owner Surge and Chef Sonny. Incredible human beings!! Incredible people make the food taste incredible!! Thank you Thali

We were visiting Reno and found this place.We ordered Masala Dosa and Medhu Vada combo. This was one of the best food I had so far. It was delicious and quality was very good . The staff is really sweet and the service was great. This would be my go to place whenever I visit Reno and want some Indian food to eat.

Restaurant Thali in Reno is a gem for anyone craving authentic Indian cuisine. This place stands out with its homemade quality of food and exceptional service, unlike many other Indian restaurants. Even the renowned hubs of Indian cuisine like the Bay Area and Edison cannot match the authenticity and quality of Thali. Greens in San Francisco might come close, but it's not authentic North Indian food. In most North Indian restaurants, dishes are overloaded with cream under the guise of butter this and butter that - butter chicken, butter paneer, malai kofta, navrattan korma. My throat often ends up hurting from all that cream. But at Thali, the food is organic, vegan, and seasonal. On Sunday, May 26, 2024, we enjoyed lentil/rajma, butternut squash/pumpkin dish, and aloo matar mushroom. The meal included jeera pulav, roti, raita (yogurt dish with grated veggies and Indian spices), mysore pak (sweet dish), and the chai we ordered separately - everything was out of this world. I recommend this place to every Indian yearning for authentic homemade food. Suraj, the owner, was personally in the kitchen with his staff, and despite being busy, everyone was so courteous, available, and fast.

I am so impressed! We came in on a Saturday night and it looked pretty popular. We got the vegan thalis and let me tell you... just WOW. As a Gujarati and an Indian American, I love thalis and will try them anywhere and everywhere from India to all over the United States, and never have I encountered a location that was so inclusive to vegans. Normally, other places will just remove anything that isn't vegan and give you the rest of the items for a vegan "option" but this restaurant went above and beyond. When we got our plates, I was surprised and skeptical to see yogurt in it in addition to the rotis looking like they had ghee on it. I was thinking, they must have messed up or they don't know what vegan is. I tried a spoonful of the yogurt first and turns out it's Forager - a super familiar taste of nondairy yogurt! I was beaming! They also actually had a vegan dessert - a mango kheer! I've never been to a restaurant that includes options like these for vegans. Beyond their inclusivity, the food was delicious. Everything was super flavorful from the sabzis to the daal. For instance, the carrots in one of the sabzis were delicious when they touched my tongue. I don't think I've ever enjoyed carrots as much as I did in this sabzi before. I also personally am not super into Indian pickles but surprisingly I could do these! Truly a diamond in the rough! I never would have expected to find a gem like this in the heart of Reno. I can't recommend enough! Don't wait and visit now!

I wish I had snapped a picture of food because it was beautiful and delicious. It was a special they made just for Christmas, I believe a kafta. My buddy is a vegan and they were able to accommodate, he said his meal was just as good. The naan was some of the best I've ever tried; warm and soft with gentle flavors. I tried lassa for the first time and was blown away how good it was, rich and creamy and floral, incredibly tasty. They also have the world's best pilsner, Pfiem, on draft. I'll obviously order that next time I come in. We came on Christmas Day and the staff was charming, warm, charismatic and had the true spirit of Santa's elves. An easy five stars and naturally I'm coming back soon.

Thali is located in downtown Reno and is one of the best Indian spots I've had in a very long time. Mostly because they did all the work in helping me decide what I wanted to eat. I absolutely love this concept of paying for a set meal and being able to enjoy all the different dishes made by the chefs. For less than $20, you are able to have a meal that's "unlimited" consisting of various Indian dal, curries, yogurt, etc. served with roti flat bread. You can ask for more and enjoy it as much as you'd like, and end the meal with some dessert. For me, I wasn't comfortable dining in due to the small enclosed space, so we did end up ordering two portions to go. I absolutely loved the veggies and curries that we had, but was left feeling hungry since I would've totally asked for more if I were dining inside. You have to decide for yourself what that comfort level is and trust your gut. I would love to come back in the future and dine in to really experience their flavors to the fullest extent.

A very unique dining experience in downtown Reno! I like Indian food, but I don't go out for this type of cuisine often. Part of the reason is because I'm overwhelmed by the menu options and never know what to get. That made this the perfect place to go! They don't really have a menu, the main entrees change daily based on what fresh ingredients are available. You get 3 entrees, yogurt, rice, bread, and dessert! $18 for no refills or $20 for all you can eat--seems like an easy decision to me. This is such a great way to try a variety of different foods and flavors! I'm glad I read some prior reviews on the process of ordering here or I would've been a bit confused. There's only a couple tables when you first walk in, but then it opens up into a shared indoor common space with seating for multiple businesses. You order at the Thali counter then they bring the food out to you. Someone brings by refills for the dishes you'd like more of. When you are done, you bus your own table and then pay at the other counter! It still took about 30 mins to get our food which isn't long for dinner but felt kind of long for an order-at-the-counter place. I couldn't even tell you what entrees we had tonight, I couldn't find it listed on their online menu or on their Instagram where they're supposed to be found. Either way, everything was really good! All the food is vegetarian, a friend with us was stoked about that since it can be hard to find places like that. I definitely got much fuller than I thought I would from this food! I only had about half of my plate refilled after finishing round 1 and that was plenty for me. I had never been in this space before and will definitely come back to hang out on the patio as it warms up. Parking can be tough here as there is limited street parking, but it's an easy walk from a few blocks over. This was a great deal for all you can eat and I'm happy to have tried out a new place with such fresh and unique dishes!

It was nice to visit Thali again! I haven't been since the beginning of the pandemic but it is still just as delicious as I remembered. This evening, they served a bean dish, a cauliflower dish, and a spicy pepper and mushroom dish. They also include basmati rice, roti, sweet cardamom rice, and a bit of pickled veggies with each plate. When we ordered, we were told that someone would collect our payment once they brought us refills. I was a little disappointed with the service tonight. They were pretty busy which I can understand but it took 45 minutes to get our food which came out lukewarm and the portions were much smaller than they used to be. After eating what they gave us, we waited for refills for a long time but none came. I had to go up to the counter to ask for refills. It took another 30 minutes for someone to come out. We were told that they were running out of food so they didn't have much to give us. We also had to go up to the counter again to pay for our meal which was a little inconvenient. They increased their prices to $18 per plate which came out to about $25/head with tax and tip which felt like a lot to not receive adequate portions. Though the food was yummy, it felt pretty expensive for the amount of food and the quality of service that we received.

The food here is delicious, and the service is always great. We love Thali and will continue to return!

Amazing food with the most wonderful customer service. A perfect place grab some authentic Indian food that will leave everyone satisfied. The food is filling and tasteful and the Chai and Kombucha some of the best I've ever had. The quality makes it easy to tell the people working here really care. In a wonderful location downtown in the West Street Market. Truly one of the best spots in Reno, I will steer everyone to go here for truly tremendous food.

What's better than watching record breaking snow falls in Reno this winter? Drive to Thali for their vegetarian plate, of course! Thali is a great Indian option year round for healthier, more sustainable option of vegetable dishes for vegans, and more. A plate for 1 and an order a chai tea will satisfy a hungry belly with warm delicious curries, soups, rice, and yogurts. Expect to spend roughly $25 per person with tips and drink. When I think of comfort food, I think of Thali. When I need a dose of happiness, I think of Thali. Food does speaks to the heart. The ingredients and love that goes into the food is unparalleled. Elite pro tip: Always order chai tea with a hot meal at Thali.

This is probably the fav. place for many because of the ambiance! Also, old Bebo's coffee location was right inside - they have a place for concerts inside! Thali is the Veg restaurantst option in town and a little restaurant to explore in Reno! By the way, they also have cooking classes for community outreach! The owner practices sustainability and they do not use plastics! I do not know how many know about it, but Thali was highlighted many times for this.

Good Indian vegetarian meals. They accommodate you if you want less spicy food. They Do sit down and carry out . The new waitress/cashier is nice and pretty .

This is my all time favorite spot.. period. Ever. Just wow. If I could go here everyday I would. The food is truly made with love. Every time you go in, you will never have to choose a dish. They have two options... regular or vegan, and of course if there are any allergies they will tailor to that.. The dishes change every time you go in and they are always spectacular and full of flavor. They are always served with a mint chutney and South Indian bread called chapatis which is handmade there. My favorite part is the light desert, I crave it on a rregular basis. It is lightly sweet and addicting. Also if you are there try all of the drinks. The chai is out of this world and unlike any chai you will ever have. The golden milk is spectacular and topped with gee (if you want). The kombucha is perfection and just absolutely incredible. I have to give a shout out to the owners and pEople they employ, you truly make this place so special and enjoyable. Thank you so so much.