Indika
(713) 524-2170
516 Westheimer Rd
Houston,
TX
77006
29.7447
-95.3875
Neighborhoods: Central, Neartown/ Montrose
What People Are Saying About Indika
The Owner
Indika
Owner
Recognized by Gourmet Magazine as one of the top restaurants in the US and by Zagat's Top Five Destination Restaurants in Houston, Anita Jaisinghani's Indika has modernized the flavors of her childhood into the wonders of today.
Delight in creative takes on traditional Indian cuisine in our ultra modern Montrose-area restaurant and lounge. The intimate, yet contemporary surroundings are topped only by Indika's world class Indian cooking.
Enjoy Houston's ultimate Sunday brunch with our special menu of entrees, and three-course pre-set lunches Thursdays and Fridays. Sample our award-winning Anarkali cocktail, Madras Mojito or Litchi margarita with wine, appetizers and desserts. Celebrate Romance at Indika: Valentine's Dinner - oysters, truffles,....
Indika is also availabe for your next business event or small party with full catering services. Reservations recommended
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short
Owner and chef Anita Jaisinghani brings her innovative Indian menu to a more spacious and updated Montrose address. The décor is contemporary and welcoming, tinged with saffron and dark woods. Regulars will delight in menu standards like the inventive appetizers, roasted eggplant, paneer and slow cooked meat dishes in addition to newer flavor offerings. Weekday lunches delight with fresh flavors, entrée-sized salads, naan sandwiches and curries. Dessert is a standout.
User Reviews
InsertWitHere
April 10, 2009
After reading mixed reviews online I suggested it to my group for lunch. Yes, upon entering the establishment there is a scent of barn yard or perhaps city "infused" with barn yard. The menu is a bit odd as there are duplicates of the same list but there was a set menu for the day. We ordered several of the tasting platters and the three course menu for the day. The foods were not awe inspiring, the lamb tasted exactly like my first attempt at curry (it wasn't offensive but not something I'd dream about). The edible flowers were a nice touch however pomegranite is over "infused" into nearly every dish. The drinks are entirely too costly, nearly $10 for a single cocktail "infused" with vodka. The most amazing part of the entire meal was our service, a scruffy young man named Bryce assisted us without fail. The busser cleared our table of semi- eaten meals without our approval and so a large amount of our meals were "taken". -The Turboozen (cocktail) was bland although the basil and mint floating in it were delicious, together with the grapefruit and vodka it faintly tasted of soap but grows on you as the liquor takes its course. -The Kamasutra (cocktail) was great. End of story, there were several of those to be had by our table. Post Dinner Drinks -The Sherry was potent and smooth, no complaints. -The Antiquity Wiskey (neat) was aromatic and dazzling although served in a comically over-sized snifter. Note: The quality of the fine liquors was delightful however I must point out that 1) they were not made by Indika and so I cannot credit them for this 2) we came for the food. Honestly, while the food was not unbearable and even surprising in the best ways it does not warrant $50 a person. Indika is in theory a "Fusion Indian Fine Dining Experience", in this case theory does not transfer well to reality. The ambiance, location, price point and even the music suggests that this is a fad-spot; a place for indie rock loving midtowners to be seen enjoying indian fusion cuisine. I return now to my hunt for Indian cuisine to write home about.
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jenpreu
March 16, 2009
I have read some questionable reviews about this place but I have gone twice with nothing but perfect service & food! We had the venision chops most recently and they were like butter! I cannot wait to go back!
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lambowner
March 12, 2009
We went to Indika tonight or some "comfort food" after visiting a seriously ill relative in the Houston medical center. Take Fannin into downtown, then turn left on Elgin, which turns into Westheimer. Indika gave us an amazing meal. Anita Jaisinghani even remembered us from our Saturday leisureley lunches at her former location in Memorial area, and came to the table to visit. Her kitchen is fabulous. The corn and mint chaat, a favorite. The lamb chops perfect. The signature warm and crumbly cookies, gratis. Thank you, Anita! You did more than you know, in healing our hurting hearts.
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Save Money:
Enjoy a separate bar bites menu while taking advantage of half-off drink specials during happy hour. Available from 5pm-7pm on weeknights.
The Extras:
Cooking classes are offered at the restaurant on the fourth Sunday of each month. The cost is $75 per person. Check their website for a full schedule.
When to Go:
Saturday nights Indika will be featuring live music.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Happy Hour, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Message from Indika
- World Class Indian Cuisine
- Valentine's: Romance at Indika
- Happy Hour, Sunday Brunch
Recognized by Gourmet Magazine as one of the top restaurants in the US and by Zagat's Top Five Destination Restaurants in Houston, Anita Jaisinghani's Indika has modernized the flavors of her childhood into the wonders of today.
Delight in creative takes on traditional Indian cuisine in our ultra modern Montrose-area restaurant and lounge. The intimate, yet contemporary surroundings are topped only by Indika's world class Indian cooking.
Enjoy Houston's ultimate Sunday brunch with our special menu of entrees, and three-course pre-set lunches Thursdays and Fridays. Sample our award-winning Anarkali cocktail, Madras Mojito or Litchi margarita with wine, appetizers and desserts. Celebrate Romance at Indika: Valentine's Dinner - oysters, truffles,....
Indika is also availabe for your next business event or small party with full catering services. Reservations recommended
