Monsoon Indian Grill

I absolutely love Indian Cuisine. Whenever & wherever I may roam I always make it a point to search out the local establishments. I've had many an Indian dining experiences in many a restaurants across the country. The one I had at Monsoon Indian Grill in Topeka has to rank as one of the top 2 if not the all time best. In town on business I decided to have dinner there on a Friday night. Nestled away in a quiet corner of a larger retail center commercial building, I was greeted promptly by a friendly gentleman who seated me (Sign #1 that one is about to have a good dining experience). When we arrived at the table he did something that not many establishments do anymore. That is he actually asked me if that table at where he was seating me was satisfactory (Sign #2 that one is about to have a good dining experience). My water and iced tea arrived promptly along with a complementary basket of crisp papadrums. I decided on the Chicken Khorma, my all-time favorite Indian dish. My server asked the level of spice I preferred- Mild, Medium or Hot (Sign # 3 that one is about to have a good dining experience). I elected on medium spice. Along with that I requested a single order of plain Naan bread. My meal arrived within approximately 12 to 15 minutes from the time I ordered. The Khorma came of course with a generous portion of basmati rice. The food was also warm- not cold- meaning it is fresh (Sign # 4 that one is about to have a good dining experience). The taste was exquisite! The consistency of the Khorma gravy was absolutely perfection. Many times I've had the dish at establishments where it was far too thin or thick. Here it was absolutely the way it was meant to be. The chicken chunks were large and very lean- none of the fatty/stringy types you get in some restaurants. The flavor was superb and the level of spice was reflective of what one would consider when ordering it median as I had. The Naan bread also came out piping hot and was an incredibly large portion. Unlike some places I've been this Naan bread was lighter, fluffier and not the overly hard baked, slightly burned crispier Naan that admittedly some people might like. In fact, having the Naan as it came was a very pleasant surprise because it didn't leave me feeling overly stuffed. The service was impeccable as my food was delivered by another young man with blonde hair who was also very pleasant and came back at least four times during the course of my 20 minute meal (from time food arrived to my request of the check). However his timing was always very well placed. By that I mean he wasn't overbearing in any way. Some servers try so hard to please they can tend to over-deliver and "smother" the patron. This gentleman was very skilled in making the rounds at just the right moment. He was also very conversational as we made some light banter about my being from Oklahoma and family he has there. At no time did my water or tea glass go empty. I did not have to ask for anything but the cheque. The decor and presentation also earn high marks. The restaurant was very neat, clean and tidy. The food is served from more modern white porcelain dinnerware. Silverware was clean and wrapped neatly in black linen napkins. Monsoon's decor is more modern in nature in terms of architecture, art, etc. and the seating itself was very comfortable. The lighting was also very adequate- not overly bright nor too dark. There was some light instrumental music playing and furthermore one would not even know there was a kitchen there but for the very warm and delicious food one receives. By that I mean there was none of the typical noise that you might expect to hear in any restaurant such as m the clanging of silverware, dishes, etc. My entire meal rang in a few cents over $21.00 which I believe is extremely reasonable for the excellent dining experience I received. My compliments to the Chef, the management, the staff and all those with a stake in this very fine establishment. I have found my new favorite restaurant of any international flavor for whenever I find myself in the capital of Kansas. Try it out soon if you're in the area and have an amazing dining experience!

The service was quick, friendly, and attentive. I ordered the butter chicken (which they customized to my spice level tolerance), Garlic Naan (which was soft and flavorful), and a monsoon cocktail. It was a good experience and will likely be back the next time I'm in town.

Absolutely incredible food, and it’s definitely the BEST Indian food I’ve had! The samosas were excellent, and everything was very well prepared. The service was outstanding as well. Their team is attentive and friendly, creating a relaxed environment where you can enjoy your time with family and friends. I highly recommend trying the Aloo Gobi and Chicken Tikka Masala. It was a five-star dining experience at an affordable price- My fiancé and I will be coming back soon!

My husband has been here before and wouldn’t stop talking about it. We went tonight with our 15 month old and we’re treated very well by Virgil. He had great suggestions both for us adult who like a little spice, and something to share with our daughter. We will be back! There are those who love Indian food, and then there are those who have never had it. Hands down the best Indian food I have had!

Always enjoy going to this restaurant. They’re constantly revamping their menu and recipes and it’s always delicious! Their Briyanis are absolutely delicious and so flavorful and hearty! The garlic naan is so good and their samosas never disappoint. The chutneys make everything so much better. This place is a must try if you’re in the area! Absolutely delicious