Arya Bhavan

Though I'm rarely up in the area, any time I am, I stop at Arya Bhavan.  Last night was one of those rare evenings when I found myself nearby, so I decided to get some food to go, as I had a baby and man waiting at home for me.  

I walked in on the Monday night Raw and Vegan buffet.  It looked glorious, but alas, my stomach is not one which processes raw food very well.  The owner, a lovely woman, immediately swooped in with the menu of their cooked food, and she sent me home with a GIANT bag of food.  There had to be six different types of entrees to try, three huge samosas for around $3.50 (quite cheap for these delectable and aromatic pastries), and she comped me the garlic na'an!

Not only that, but when I paid in cash, I didn't have the exact amount, and she said "it's fine if you are a dollar or two short - no problem."  Amazing.  And now I have lunch for today, as well.

I've always liked Arya Bhavan, as it has always been fresh & delicious, and the owner is always so warm and accommodating, but last night's experience was by far the best experience there that I've had yet.

Stopped into this place on a rainy Sunday night after intending to go for years. I don't have loads of experience with Indian food but compared to what I've had in the past, this place was delicious. I loved absolutely everything I tried and would have probably kept going if I wasn't stuffed. The food tasted remarkably fresh for being on a buffet and so flavorful.

Our server was extremely courteous and friendly, encouraging us to come back again for their Monday raw buffet and answering any questions we had about what was in some of the dishes. We didn't realize the place had a beer/wine license, so we brought some beer in from a liquor store down the road. She was kind enough to reduce the BYOB fee for us.

We will definitely be back.

As a meat lover, I had little, if any, expectation for a vegetarian buffet. Yet I was proved wrong. The dishes have strong flavors and go well with each other. Hell, I even chewed two servings of Kale salad.