Interested in trying some new Indian spots around Denver? You're in luck: we've found the freshest eateries to fill the bill. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for Indian food.
Coriander Flavors of India
4968 N. Tower Road, Green Valley Ranch
Cruise over to Green Valley Ranch and check out Coriander Flavors of India. The restaurant specializes in traditional Indian fare like tandoori dishes and curries, cooked with your choice of vegetables, fish, chicken, lamb or shrimp.
Menu items include marinated coconut chicken wings baked in a clay oven; jumbo shrimp with korma sauce; and blanched cauliflower coated with spicy batter and fried.
Yelp users are excited about Coriander Flavors of India, which currently holds five stars out of 15 reviews on the site.
"Finally have something worth staying in Green Valley Ranch for," wrote Yelper Calvin H. "Great food. Everything we've tried so far is good. If you like spicy, you'll get it. Friendly staff. Keep up the good work!"
Yelper Dennis K. noted, "Fantastic addition to a neighborhood where restaurant selections are limited to unappealing chains and fast-food joints. Service is friendly, the food is flavorful and cooked with care."
Coriander Flavors of India is open from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. daily.
Spice Room
3157 W. 38th Ave., Berkeley
Chef Ashok Raj Joshi drives the kitchen at Spice Room, where he specializes in recreating authentic Indian and Nepali family recipes. A diverse mix of traditional dishes for carnivores, vegetarians and vegans coexist on the menu.
The seasonally inspired offerings include chana saag, made with chickpeas and creamy spinach, Indian spices, onion, ginger and garlic; chicken tikka masala with basmati rice; and lamb kadai, cooked with ginger, green peppers, tomatoes, and hot Indian spices in a deep iron wok.
Yelp users are generally positive about Spice Room, which currently holds four stars out of 13 reviews on the site.
"Went for dinner and this is hands down the best Indian food I've had in Denver — highly recommended," Yelper Micah M. said. "Not only was the food delicious, but the staff was great as well. Can't wait to check out the lunch buffet sometime."
Caroline H. added, "Great service! Super sweet and friendly staff. And they even give you more rice to add to your to-go box. Full bar and plenty of seating!"
Spice Room is open from 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m. on Monday-Saturday and 11 a.m.–9 p.m. on Sunday.
Namkeen
3501 Wazee St., RiNo
Craving Indian fare but short on time? Namkeen is a new fast-casual eatery located in the Zeppelin Station food hall.
The eatery comes courtesy of chef Cindhura Reddy and her husband, Elliot Strathmann, who both also own Spuntino. Namkeen, which means salty or savory in Hindi, "is a collaboration of all of the best Indian street food they enjoyed in their travels, as well as a space to share some family recipes," the new arrival says on its website.
On the menu, look for traditional spicy fried chicken with curry leaves, chickpea curry and a selection of Indian snacks, beer, wine, drinks and desserts.
With four stars out of five reviews on Yelp, Namkeen has been getting positive attention.
"We had a couple of the samosas and they were very good," wrote Yelper Stephen M. "Big, crispy, and filled to the brim with flavorful curried potatoes and peas. It came with some chutney and mint sauce. Also nice is that this is the one food station that has water readily available."
And Steve P. added, "Stopped in for lunch and had the chicken — it was superb. Topped it off with an awesome samosa. Will be back!"
Namkeen is open from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday and 11 a.m.–midnight on Friday and Saturday.
