Curry Mantra Indian Cuisine - Orlando

I was really excited to come here. Every time I travel I search the local area for any Indian restaurants and plan a meal there.I visited this restaurant with my wife. It doesn't look very impressive from the outside as it's just located in a strip mall.We sat down inside, it was quiet and very plain looking. I started looking at the menu and I noticed that it was quite expensive.I would have eaten here, but I was alarmed at how rancid the drinking water was. I have to say that it seemed to have been totally unfiltered and pulled from the swamp next to the strip mall. It was so smelly that it turned me off of the whole dining experience. I imagined them using this water to prepare many of their dishes or to cook their rice in.I've had bad water at restaurants before but this took the cake. You could smell it from several feet away and I found it remarkable that they even served this as it left such a strong bad impression upon me. And my sense of smell is very bad because of my broken nose.

Read before going...you will be charged a service fee of 20% for more for a party of 4 or more. I brought my family wife two kids with one younger than 12 and still counted towards a service fee. Food and atmosphere were great. They never disclosed this service fee until I received the bill. The waitress did point it out in fine print on the menu. This isn't common and should be disclosed.

Tried the Kingfisher with the goat curry and garlic naan but did not pair as well the Taj Mahal. Overall the atmosphere is pleasant and peaceful.Food: 5/5

The butter chicken was delicious and thegarlic naan was the best I've ever had.Warning it is a bit pricey $20 for butter chicken and $6 for the garlic naan and charge a 20% service fee (party of 2).Food: 5/5

Curry Mantra in Orlando is a hidden gem for Indian cuisine enthusiasts. The restaurant offers a cozy ambiance and friendly service. The menu is diverse, featuring a wide range of flavorful curries, biryanis, and tandoori specialties. The dishes are expertly spiced, with a perfect balance of heat and aromatic flavors. Vegetarian options are plentiful, and the portion sizes are generous. The restaurant's commitment to quality ingredients shines through in every bite. If you're in Orlando and craving authentic Indian food, Curry Mantra is definitely worth a visit.