Cilantro Indian Cafe | Indian Restaurant in Cary NC

We did ourselves a disservice by waiting so long to visit this quaint delight. A few weeks ago a group of us went to an escape room and planned to go here afterwards, except that it was closed on that day. Upon first entering the restaurant there is an adjustment of processes. You encounter 3 large screen menus to the left, glowy subdued lighting to the right and above and large blue and green balloons suspended from the ceiling. Against the walls are archways of lighted contours and in the air the wafting aroma of the goodness to come. Once you decide what you want from the menu approach the bar/ordering counter and someone promptly takes your order. Take your seat and prepare for the envelopment of your tastebuds. Two items: butter chicken and lamb saag, two words unparalleled d

The decor inside was beautiful, I loved all the quotes on the walls. Amazing food! We had the eggs, vegetable samosas, butter salmon and butter chicken. Everything was delightful, especially the sauces! We took home some tiramisu cakes to try later and they were also tasty, made with chai tea instead of coffee, a unique twist. It’s family owned, one son was at the counter taking orders, and I assume it was his father walking around, chatting with customers and checking on how everything was tasting and if anything was needed. Amazing experience, will certainly come back for more.

I loved Cilantro its an awesome place with incredible authentic Indian fare. Yesterday was my first visit with my brother I had the Lamb Briyani and he had the Samosa Chat along with mango lassis. The food was so good, lamb was very tender and tasty with the rice and mint yogurt raita. The cilantro chutney was so fresh. Mango lassis sweet and refreshing. The service was top notch with the staff super friendly and accommodating. They also have extremely beautiful and tasty desserts with some slices of cheesecake and mostly these boxed cakes in their own plastic container about 6×6 in. They're visually stunning and taste even better I absolutely cannot reccommend this place enough I will be coming back soon. 10/10. Let me also comment on the comfortable atmosphere being contemporary in decor

My boyfriend and I make this a must-stop every time we’re in Raleigh. The food is incredible, but the service truly takes it to another level! Special shoutout to Gibbs—he’s incredibly kind, easy to talk to, and so helpful when it comes to answering questions. I didn’t catch the name of the gentleman who checks in on guests to make sure everyone is happy with their food and experience, but he was wonderful as well. If you’re on the fence about coming here, don’t hesitate—you won’t regret it!

Excellent dinner here! Some of the best Indian food that I've had in the area and will definitely go back. I had the Chicken and Lentil Stew, which was absolutely delicious!