DESI TADKA INDIAN RESTAURANT - DECATUR

Reviews

• PV

  Pajkub Vang

  4 days ago
  3.0
  Manchow soup was delicious and flavorful. The chicken dum biryani was more on the sour side, and we asked for level 10 spicy, but there was no spice to it. Extremely disappointed in the dish. Chili chicken was also on sour side and not spicy, more of a jalapeño/bell pepper spice. Not worth the price. The service was quick and basic. Not friendly or attentive, but order gets done. Ambiance is gorgeous emerald green and warm lighting. Would not recommend for quality of food and the pricing of it. Lots of parking spaces in shopping center.
• BP

  Bre “P3ac3 P3ac3”

  May 13, 2026
  5.0
  I’m going to have to give this place a 10 out of 10 the service was amazing! When I came in, I noticed that one of their customers were having an episode. The staff went right into assisting.! and of course I want to help as well. They were very understanding and immediate when it came to needing certain things for that person. The food is amazing. I got the butter chicken and I also got the Paan chilli and the mango lassi!! Bay-be!!!!!! The only thing I can’t complain about is the amount of rice they give you it’s a small portion The staff iate sweet and they notice you and speak!!! That’s a thing ya know?!? lol over all I enjoyed myself
• CK

  Chirag Khandhar

  May 11, 2026
  1.0
  Not worth the hype. We checked the reviews and decided to try some of the popular dishes, but the experience was disappointing. The Cheese Butter Masala had a watery gravy with barely 6–7 cubes of paneer. To their credit, they did add more when we asked, but the taste was still average at best. The Schezwan noodles barely had any Schezwan flavor and were under-seasoned. The Manchurian was undercooked and had to be sent back. Sev Puri was good. Overall, the food didn’t live up to the expectations created by the reviews.
• CP

  Cody Pits

  May 3, 2026
  3.0
  OVER HYPED. Went there for the Sunday lunch buffet and wasn’t very impressed with the non-vegetarian options. There were only four choices: Chicken 65, chicken biryani, chicken tikka, and chicken curry. At a similar price point, many other buffets offer a wider variety, including goat and fish dishes. The overall taste was okay, nothing exceptional. On top of that, the lines were quite long, which took away from the experience. Another downside was the automatic 18% gratuity added even for the buffet. They mentioned it’s applied by default by the system, but that feels like a weak justification. For à la carte, where servers are actively attending to your table, it makes sense—but for a buffet, it would be more reasonable to let customers decide the tip based on service. Overall, an average experience that didn’t quite live up to the hype.
• NB

  Natasha Brown

  May 3, 2026
  5.0
  Desi Tadka is one of my favorite restaurants in the Atlanta area. The beautifully designed interior sets the tone — vibrant colors, stylish booths, and warm South Asian-inspired décor that makes the space feel both lively and inviting. The food is simply outstanding. The Chole Bhature was perfectly spiced with fluffy, pillowy bhatura. The Butter Chicken was rich, creamy, and full of depth. The Manchow Soup was bold and satisfying — a perfect starter. For mains, the Chicken Kadai, Mughlai Chicken, Chicken Dum Biryani, and Chicken Tikka Masala were all absolutely incredible — each dish bursting with authentic flavor and perfectly balanced spices. To wash it all down, the Mango Lassi was smooth and refreshing, and the Chikoo Shake was a delightful treat. The staff is warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the food they serve. Desi Tadka is a must-visit.