Exotic India

The food was delicious, but what we appreciated more was how incredibly kind the person working there was to us. We had a great experience and will definitely stop in again!

Reviewed on Facebook

They were so incredibly kind to at risk students I took to dinner at Exotic India last month. Their generosity was very inspiring, offering the students free naan, mango lassis and shakes, and so many other samples. And not only were they so generous, but they were also remarkably compassionate and patient with the ruckus and less than gracious behaviors. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

The best Indian food I've had in years, with magnificent service to boot. My SO and I split a tandoori chicken, chicken biryani, and bhatura (which gave each of us a day or two's worth of leftovers). My only qualm is that the bhatura wasn't as large as my head. Our server, who I believe might've also been one of the owners/operators, went absolutely above and beyond -- possibly the best service I've had since, well, maybe ever -- and I felt that he was truly passionate about what he did. By far the best Indian restaurant in this part of Iowa. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

We've been here 4 times now since we first discovered this place. The food is amazing everytime. Its probably the best Indian food I've had. The butter chicken is outstanding.

Reviewed on Google Maps

Our favorite Indian restaurant in the area.

Reviewed on Google Maps

Great services and suggestions on well known dish This place was inviting and such a special experience. Great atmosphere, staff and the spices are mmm mmmm delicious. Great experience with Indian culture. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Delicious

Reviewed on Google Maps

Good buffet, which I had, and the owners were very polite.

Reviewed on Google Maps

Great food, very friendly service!

Reviewed on Google Maps

I took 4 at-risk children to Exotic India to provide them with a meaningful experience and exposure to global foods. Exotic India bent over backwards to accommodate us, preparing free lassis and mango shakes for the kids, and donating amazing pateer filled bread, rice and other generous treats to the kids. they fed all 5 of us a full meal with appetizers and all for $28, and comped the rest. the owner told me, "I am responsible for the well being of our communities children as well'. I love this place. not to mention, their Indian food is the BEST in the region. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

Best hospitality and delicious food.

Reviewed on Google Maps

This place is SO GOOD. Super friendly and warm staff, and the food is off the charts. I had the exotic curry signature dish and it was the best Indian food I've had. Definitely recommend

Reviewed on Yelp

Awesome food

Reviewed on Google Maps

Delicious food and friendly servers!

Reviewed on Google Maps

Good food and BEST customer service ever.

Reviewed on Google Maps

Good food and very friendly owner!!

Reviewed on Facebook

If you use buffet pass the review but ordering menus = Good. Tasty. Nan so good. But a bit pricy with quantity. But good tasty place :)

Reviewed on Google Maps

Awesome lunch buffet

Reviewed on Google Maps

I love the food, the atmosphere, the owners/staff, this is the place to get amazing Indian food at good prices. I have never had anything I didn't like here. Everytime I'm here, I audibly hear people say how good the food is. I also see an overall happy environment, which is sometimes what everyone needs after a long day. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

Great Lunch Buffet!

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No place around takes better care of my kid when we come in. They always make an extra effort to make a plate he will eat, and tonight brought his out early bc they could see he was getting antsy. Plus, this is the best Indian food in IC/Coralville. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

Most phenomenal service I’ve ever seen. Food was delicious and great portions for a good price. I can’t get over how polite the service was!!

Reviewed on Google Maps

encouraging to visit again as price is very fair and awsome taste

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We love good Indian food and Exotic India has it. Must try are their chicken tikka barbecue and butter chicken. Their lunch buffets are also recommended.

Reviewed on Yelp

I wish I could eat here every day. Simply wonderful food every time.

Reviewed on Google Maps

Always delicious food and friendly service!

Reviewed on Google Maps

I travel to Coralville for business and happened to find this restaurant. The food is awesome and I look forward to coming here whenever I'm in town. I sampled other Indian  restaurants nearby and find this place to have the most authentic taste. I've taken couple of my colleagues and they have all loved it here. My favorite order is sweet lassi, samosa chaat, paneer tikka masala, and naan. The food is very flavorful. "Spicy" level seems good enough and there is "Spicy+" for the usual "Indian spicy". Been here 3 times now and have not been disappointed. Would definitely recommend this place!!! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Really, really loved this place! I want to go back for every meal. The food was amazing, and the service was even better.

Reviewed on Google Maps

Rose lassi was very good. The samosa was hot and delicious. We had the medium spicy chicken and lamb masala and it was perfect. This is an out of the way gem.

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We definitely enjoyed and overstuffed ourselves! The food was delicious with plentiful portions and fair pricing. The food had great flavor and just the right amount of spice (depending on what level you choose). The service was very good. I would highly recommend this indian food! More...

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Great cozy place to eat. Veggie Biryani is awesome.

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Tasty and large portions

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Honestly, this is my favorite restaurant in Iowa City/Coralville! This is the best Indian food I've eaten, even coming from California. The service is great and the people are friendly! So far my favorites are the Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Karahi, and Lamb Vindalloo (all ordered spicy of course). Their garlic naan is great too. The flavors are very bright and intense but not salty. I love the strong spices without too much heat (capsaicin). This will definitely continue to be one of my "go-to" restaurants while I live in Iowa. I look forward to trying out the rest of their menu. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Exotica India offers a lunch buffet for only nine dollars. This includes unlimited chai tea and dessert. I've been to India a few times and the food matched my memory. I'm thankful that I stopped by there for lunch. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

We eat here when we are in town. Great food and very reasonable price. 2 of us ate buffet for just $18.

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The nicest people and they really take care in their restaurant.The food is amazing and enough to get me on here to give them 5 stars

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Delicious food and great service they were very helpful as it was my first time eating this type of cuisine my waiter helped me go over my selection options and explained the dishes I inquired about plus the artwork on the wall is a beautiful demonstration of Indian art deff. would eat there again and suggest others to dine there as well More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

good

Reviewed on Google Maps

This is not only my favorite Indian restaurant, but my favorite restaurant in general. Prices are very reasonable and the food is amazing and authentic. Service is very quick and more importantly, kind. The buffet is THE BEST, there are a lot of options available. Their dinners also have a mild, medium or spicy option so anyone can eat here. I love Extoic India SO much!!!! More...

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Not being from India, my word should not be gospel on Indian food. What I would say, tho, is that I rarely go twice to the same restaurant. I have eaten at Exotic India so many times that I have a cupboard shelf full of to-go containers. Their lamb tikka masala is THE BEST I have had in my entire life. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

I’ve been here a few times (visiting family in Iowa City) and it’s delicious, generous portions, reasonably priced, friendly staff. Many vegetarian options. Highly recommend. More...

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Food is EXCELLENT. POrtions were large. Service Impeccable. The variety of available dishes is even surprising. I can't say enough good things. Attention to detail. 6 stars if it were in the software. We'll go back ! More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

Very helpful to our friends who had never had Indian food, and very patient. Delicious food. Great service.

Reviewed on Facebook

Always delicious and tons of vegetarian options!

Reviewed on Facebook

Exotic India is the best!!! I really love how when I'm ordering for pick up, they ask "this is for Katie"? They totally get me! ! Everyone who works there is so very nice and understanding that I may not pronounce everything correctly. They like to educate and help you get the pronunciation correct! The service is fantastic along with their food. More...

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