India Mahal   

In the mood for North Indian cuisine? Step into this aromatic, dimly lit, unpretentious restaurant. Here you'll find not only dishes most Americans are familiar with, such as curries and tandoori specialties, but also a few delicacies from Bombay and South India. The staff is friendly and well-informed, and will cater entrees to each customer's liking -- from mild to medium, hot to super-hot. A lunch buffet is available every day, as well as a traditional menu, and Sunday's buffet features Southern Indian dishes including dosa. Most lunch entrees are under $5 and include fresh onion chutney, boiled cabbage, basmati rice and papadam. Dinner entrees also are reasonably priced, most well under $10 -- significantly less than many other Indian restaurants in the Triangle. India Mahal's proximity to NC State and its modest prices make it a great spot for students and members of the university community who want to try some exotic cuisine.