Dharani Express Indian Restaurant
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Dharani Express Indian Restaurant
Our no-fuss interiors, choice of disposable dinnerware and specially curated menu have each been carefully selected to give you wholesome, healthy and tasty food - every day - at prices affordable to students, office-goers and everybody on a budget. Namaskar is the traditional greeting of India - a country of great diversity.

And what better way to experience this variety than through its cuisine - aromatic, spicy and so full of flavors. Dharani Express offers you this tryst with taste at affordable prices whilst guarantying a mouthful. Savour popular street food, a variety of entrees and appetizers, and iconic dishes from South India!
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Dharani Express Raleigh is known as the Best Indian Restaurant Raleigh NC, as we serve the best Indian Food in Raleigh NC. We have a unique recipe specially formulated by our master chefs from India and we are committed to bring in the exquisite taste of India. We do not compromise on the quality of ingredients used in our biryanis or take short cuts, as we are passionate about serving authentic Indian Food to our customers.
Reviews (9)
Sara Oza
Sara Oza
Dec 26, 2021
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I have no idea how in the world this place has so many good reviews. Are they buying reviews or maybe the previous chef and/or owner was good but they were replaced. Those are the only explanations I can think of. Our Palak Paneer was neon colored and had no trace of palak. It was even more expensive than the chicken biryani which makes no sense as biryani involves more spices and meat while palak paneer is a veg dish. The chicken tikka masala was just butter chicken. Chicken biryani was the only good thing we ordered.
Ashitha Kuturi
Ashitha Kuturi
Dec 26, 2021
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The food was not at all good. Not sure what has changed at this place but the management was reckless, not at all happy with their service or ambience. Everyone gave those weird looks and I felt uncomfortable to sit there and have my food… the lamb chops were the only tasty appetisers here. Hence the 2 stars otherwise I would have gone for 0 if I could 👎🏻
Brenda L.
Brenda L.
Dec 23, 2021
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The butter chicken tastes more like a creamier red curry with coconut milk than it does butter chicken. The food is still good, but not what I was expecting. The other disappointing thing is that I asked for as spicy as possible, but was given food that wasn’t very spicy.
Sue Siingh
Sue Siingh
Nov 29, 2021
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Not any fancy place but good value for money. Food takes a bit longer to appear but it’s good enough. They can work on freshness of items a bit and customer service has suffered a lot during pandemic but it’s convenient price and comfortable location. Should try. I am coming back after a year to edit my review as Google won’t allow to post a new one, the place under renovation is now completed and lovely. Food is good as usual and good value for money. Decorations are traditional and minimalist, making an inviting ambiance. Should try the place with new vibes.
Jennifer Reimer
Jennifer Reimer
Nov 20, 2021
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We had the lunch buffet after a loooong pandemic-related absence, and it did not disappoint. Traditional flavors, but with slightly unique additions (i.e. butter chicken sauce, but with paneer), nothing greasy or too heavy. Avoid the pretention of the other Indian places with the over-priced menus, and enjoy some authentic fare in a very casual atmosphere.
Calvin Dixon
Calvin Dixon
Nov 17, 2021
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Good service, clean, friendly. Food was great! I had samosas appetizer, with spicy chicken Tina masala and cheese naan bread. Would recommend for sure if you like Indian food
Kameon Carter
Kameon Carter
Oct 17, 2021
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HONEST REVIEW!!
As someone who has worked in Indian restaurants for over 10 years and apart of the African American culture. This place is by far not authentic food. They have their own version of it. THEY DONT DO customizations they act as if the food is premade. Truthfully they are just lazy. Tandoori chicken doesn’t come with rice but is considered an “appetizer” yet is not listed under appetizer in their menu. They over charge for nearly every item on their menu. They don’t make a “garlic cheese naan” it’s either or, just pure laziness tbh. Honestly this is the last place I’d
Sanjiv Desai
Sanjiv Desai
Sep 01, 2021
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Great food and very friendly customer service to go with it 👍🏼 I have been coming here since the beginning of 2019 - always have a great experience. I heard there is a new management and a new chef - the new team is even better than the old one.
Special thanks to Nikesh - he is always smiling and serving with a lot of love and respect. Kavita is also very courteous and sweet 👍🏼 Great service , guys !
I enjoy coming here.
April McGettrick
April McGettrick
Jul 27, 2021
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My Indian friends kept telling me to try this place. The food is absolutely delicious— best Indian food I’ve ever had by far. Portions are big enough for 2 or leftovers do lunch. Wonderful customer service too. I’ll be coming back here often.