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NAMA
15 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220, United States
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Am
Review β„–1

Fantastic dining experience. Tapas aren’t favorite because you get to try a little bit of everything. The crispy spinach was delicious. The paneer (cheese) roll was so good πŸ˜‹, chili wings, lamb, mint chutney, naan. Indian small plates are the best! Don’t miss out on this experience. Cheers 🍻

EJ
Review β„–2

Valentine’s Day offering was out of this world! The food was spectacular and the ambiance was breathtaking. Everything was extremely thoughtful from the music selection to the food presentation. Highly recommend for a date night or casual food move!

IF
Review β„–3

Went for drag brunch, first visit. It was excellent! The brunch menu was yummy from the pancakes to breakfast bowl to chicken and waffles. The performers were great, I recommend it. I cant wait to go back and sample the Indian food.Roomy, social distancing and masks were present on all staff and performers.

Me
Review β„–4

This place was pretty bad ngl. The curry tasted like tomato sauce and it was super overpriced. I ordered the most spicy too, but not even close to remotely spicy. The food is good if you want Italian ig. The naan were those little, tasteless tiny ones you can get from whole foods lmao.No way anyone reviewed this place and said it was authentic.When I walked in, everyone was white so that probably explains the tomato sauce tasting curry.Beware of all these ethnic places owned and staffed by all white people.

Sa
Review β„–5

Nama is an awesome restaurant! The food is delicious and the ambiance is wonderful. As they were preparing our tables, we enjoyed the swing up front. Once we were sat, we each ordered a cocktail from their curated menu. And then we split several small plates and a curry pot. All of it was wonderful! My only gripe is I wish I got more naan for the price.

Br
Review β„–6

NAMA was incredible! To begin, at first glance the ambiance and decor was stunning. The service was top notch from start to finish and the recommendations were great. I highly recommend the entire experience. I think it would be hard to leave on an empty stomach as the food keeps you craving more! So good and flavor forward! I recommend ordering 3-4 share plates with an entree. The Curry Bowls are heavenly. Now, go enjoy.

He
Review β„–7

Fantastic place. We arrived and hadnt made a reservation because we didnt plan ahead for our Anniversary but tried to get one at the last minute but this place was booked. The band was outside chatting before going on and greeted us at the door. We went in and came back out chatting, they urged us to hold on a minute and see what they could do. They told us if we could wait a bit, we could get seated. The drinks and food were amazing. The band was fantastic. I love the vibe and diversity of this place. Definitely recommend.

Ar
Review β„–8

The service the service is GREAT! A full staff who are ready willing and able to assist at any moment. Please reserve a table for your group. High tables available and lounge seat booths for dining. Drink menu is affordable and the food is definitely good. Parking may be the only issue as it is located on broad st.

La
Review β„–9

Highly recommend! Im a repeat customer, and every meal Ive had from NAMA was great. Plus the people working there are super friendly and helpful.

Re
Review β„–10

Hate to leave a bad review anywhere but I LOVE Indian food. I am still looking for a great place in Richmond. I would hate for this to be someones first and only taste of such a great cuisine. We order three dishes. All dishes were sub par. A home cook, who is comfortable in the kitchen, know how to prep meat, and season well could make better. Naan bread taste like a freezer bought product not made in house.

Ti
Review β„–11

Great food and cute interior. Enjoyed everything we ordered: shrimp curry (heavier than expected coconut flavor, scallops, chili chicken wings (4 wings).

Vi
Review β„–12

Back in India, when I was studying in college, on campus food was considered as one of the worst. Chole Bhature in Nama is somehow worse. Bhatures are too thick to digest. Portions are quite small compared to the price, but wouldn’t have complained if the taste was better.On top of all this, the waiter forgot our main course order, we waited for about half hour and then she comes and asks if we want the check πŸ€·πŸ½β€β™‚οΈ

Al
Review β„–13

Nama is an experience - not just another meal. Weve been here a couple times (pre Rona) and also purchased carryout food from Nama (during the pandemic). Even eating their delicious curry pots or small plates from home has been an experience rather than a meal. The food is probably the best Indian food in the area, but some of the more traditional Indian plates are supplemented by delicious Indian-inspired recipes. Did I mention the food here is delicious??As far as staff goes, theyre incredibly friendly and terribly helpful. Just the nicest people in the world.This place is just awesome. Will be back soon. Hopefully next time well be able to eat in their dining room rather than at home with carryout!!

Me
Review β„–14

This place was really nice. There’s a good variety of tasty options for vegetarians and vegans, along with meat and seafood. The food was really good and our server was very attentive. Overall, nice atmosphere and really good food. We didn’t try any drinks, but the cocktail menu seemed really interesting as well. I will definitely go back.

Br
Review β„–15

The food is phenomenal. The atmosphere is fun and comforting. Our server, Amy, was incredible. She made great drinks and was very friendly. Would definitely recommend. Also, Amy marry me pls.

Ju
Review β„–16

Indian street food, small plates suitable for sharing. Delicious, perfectly seasoned. Great original cocktails. Lovely elegant decor. Service is friendly and efficient. Fun time.

An
Review β„–17

I went to NAMA for the first time with a friend over the weekend. We had a great experience. Delicious small plates, nice and spicy! They have a great cocktail menu; I’d love to see some mocktails too. Wonderful service. Only other recommendation is to carry herbal teas and decaf coffee for the end of the meal. I’ll definitely be going again.

Br
Review β„–18

Found this gem via OpenTable and something about it just spoke to me. Im glad that I listened! Beautifully decorated, the ambience is perfect, customer service is beyond fantastic and I didnt even take pictures of the food because it was in my belly as soon as it hit the table. Made for a wonderful date night. Thank you to Amy for all your recommendations on the menu, your mocktails and for taking pics for my wife and I. Thank you to the bartender for your mocktail as well and for coming and chatting with my wife and I for a bit. We will definitely return for brunch and other meals.

La
Review β„–19

We loved everything.., the food , the cocktails and the service (our server was Max) were wonderful. Highly recommend.

ha
Review β„–20

Wow! I enjoyed Nama so much. My FiancΓ© and I went to celebrate & the atmosphere and food were so great! So good we to again for back to back dinner the next evening! We were only in Richmond 3 nights and ate here two, so that says enough about how great it was. The real difference maker was Naseeb. He made our experience memorable and we will be back next time we are in town! If you live in Richmond or the area it is a must try.

Jo
Review β„–21

Great atmosphere, service, and food. My first Indian brunch! Excellent!

Ki
Review β„–22

From the moment we walked in I wanted to like this place - great atmosphere and fun cocktail menu. Things started off great with delicious apps before party quickly going down hill. Service was slow - 15 min gap between 2 drinks that were ordered at the same time, 1 glass of wine that was never delivered, and we had to ask 7 times for our water to be refilled. After the main course finally arrived 2 dishes were cold and the rice was undercooked. We had a large group (9 people) and understand that can cause a few problems but this was ridiculous. Food was decent but not sure I will be back.

L
Review β„–23

The decor - the flavors - the serviceAll were amazing! The dishes had so many layers of flavor.

Br
Review β„–24

This place is really really good and the entire experience the past hour and a half was def inspired! Def will return. The vibe is cool and hip with music I listen to at home. The cocktails are just as inspired as the food too. Never thought I’d have saffron, turmeric, cardamom infused libations!

Er
Review β„–25

First time ordered for delivery person whom answered the phone was super friendly assisted me with the menu made suggestions in the end my brother an I were really happy our meal literally melted in my mouth it was worth the time we waited which wasn’t long because our food was hot an delicious,I’ll have pictures the next time we will be ordering again.

T
Review β„–26

This place does it for me. definitely worth a return trip. the place has a great feel to it.

An
Review β„–27

Ok indian food, really expensive for what you get. Thought itd be badass.

Jo
Review β„–28

Loved it! The staff was very friendly, the place looks amazing, the vibe is chill and welcoming, and the food was beyond DELICIOUS! We ordered several small plates plus a curry pot - perfect for 2 people. Cant wait to go back again and again and try more small plates! The comped valet parking was a nice touch, too!

Ha
Review β„–29

Food was delicious! We got some small plates and were able to try multiple things and loved them all. The atmosphere and service were great as well. We will definitely be coming back!

jo
Review β„–30

Very cool place!! great atmosphere, delicious food, warm and friendly staff! it was packed for a tuesday with a steady flow of people. we shared three small plates, an entree and dessert, all of which were yummy! perfect place for a date!!!

Sh
Review β„–31

The food is really expensive. I paid $30 (including tax and tip) for a singular naan (that was super small), a small bowl of rice and a paneer curry. So quantity wise it was like 1.5 serviings. I would not actually call their food Indian food so quality wise I felt like it was not worth the $30. It seemed to cater non-indians who like indian food. The drinks seem decently priced and I loved the live music

Mo
Review β„–32

Actually planned on going to JKOGI but they were closed until 5 and I was hangry, this was a match for me on YELP and I tried it on a whim. I’m so glad I did! Max and Nasib were so hospitable and helpful! Max walked us through the menu and everything he recommended was AMAZING! Nasib stopped by our tables to refill water and answered all my burning questions! He gave a brief history of the company and some stops to hit up while we’re in the area! Great great service and even better atmosphere!! Thank you guys!

Ta
Review β„–33

Awesome experience!

js
Review β„–34

NAMA was my first experience with Indian cuisine. Even without anything to compare it to; I’d say it was excellent! I was slightly disappointed that the first two entrees I ordered weren’t available. But honestly, it only helped narrow down the handful of options that I had already decided sounded too amazing not to try. The staff was personable and worked together like a well oiled machine. I would definitely recommend NAMA to anyone that is interested in buying me dinner because there is so much more stuff on the menu I want to try. Love Indian food? Try it. Never had Indian food? Try it. And go to NAMA because I’d venture to guess that anywhere else just won’t be as good.

Ke
Review β„–35

This was by far one of the best meals and restaurant experiences I have had in a long time. The staff was really friendly and helpful in deciding what to try and the food was downright amazing. Authentic flavors with a creative twist, and small plates were wonderful because I wanted to try everything!

Fa
Review β„–36

Food wasn’t great. Got the lamb chops and rice. Lamb chops barely has a bit of meat on them and one piece was cold. Took forever to get my chicken tikkas but the chicken was moist. Portions are small. The slice of cheesecake was bigger than the portions of food we ordered. My drink didn’t have a drop of alcohol in it even though it was supposed to. I might as well just asked for barely flavored water with ice. The drink was full of cube ice at the bottom and crushed ice ball on top.

Al
Review β„–37

I ordered the most basic of indian dishes, Palak Paneer. First off, it was BLAND. No spices at all or even a pinch of salt. Second, the paneer was not paneer at all. Instead of being cheese....it was tofu. I generally love tofu, but I was expecting delicious cheese, and instead received fried tofu chunks. Lastly, the spinach was FROZEN! It tasted just like a frozen pack of creamed spinach. The only redeeming qualities of this meal were the naan and the basmati rice. Lets face it though, if youre messing up rice then theres for real problems.

sh
Review β„–38

Such a great addition to a vibrant area. Beautiful interior and delicious, interesting small plates. Just finished and already cant wait to come back and try a few more!

Sa
Review β„–39

Absolutely wonderful! The food was amazing and it was lovely and delightful atmosphere to dine in with a friend! The staff was very professional and attentive. The food really is tops.

To
Review β„–40

Amazing ambiance, food is well priced, spoke to both owner and chef during our visit. Be careful of spice, the heat starts slow and builds. Will definitely go again.

Je
Review β„–41

Really disappointed. Ordered paneer app that was rubbery, the chicken Tikka masala had pools of oil. Service was slow, wasnt temperature hot or spicy. Im 100% sure the garlic Naan was formerly frozen trader Joes. The rice was flavorless. The one decent item was the cauliflower. Go to any other Indian restaurants in town. Tulsi, lemon, Anoka, leija. ANY OTHER.

An
Review β„–42

The food is very good, ambiance is good. Portion size is too small and expensive. 3 appetizers are not enough for 2 people and there arent many options for main course.

vi
Review β„–43

It was a great place. The small plates are awesome.You could eat a variety of them. I highly recommend masala fries.

Al
Review β„–44

The Mango Rasam Tequila may be the best cocktail in Richmond. The food is excellent as well, perfectly cooked and spiced, and the atmosphere is dope. But it was the Mango Rasam Tequila that truly blew my mind.

Li
Review β„–45

Everything was delightful. Ive tried the Chicken tikka masala, Chicken Korma, and Chicken Biryani and I would highly recommend all of them.

Ka
Review β„–46

Great food!! Love the mushroom peas. The naan is always fresh. Samosas are great appetizers. Thank you for being open guys.. palak paneer which I get once a while, the chef did a great job...

pr
Review β„–47

Terrible service, took an hour to get the food on table. Food is not tasty, small portions and too expensive for a thalli 15$. Good ambiance but bad restaurant. Disappointed 😀

Mi
Review β„–48

Awesome food small plates spicy, fantastic service. Definitely worth your dining dollar.

El
Review β„–49

Food was great. Service was great. Highly recommend!!

Su
Review β„–50

Good food. Bad service. Forgot water/ other add ons multiple times (yes, we kept asking)Good food, though

Ty
Review β„–51

Really amazing food. Great drinks. Atmosphere and staff were superb!

La
Review β„–52

The atmosphere and decor is fantasticI . Great service too! The food just did not impress though. :-/ The appetizer and curry I had didnt have the kick and blend of spices you expect from Indian cuisine. The veggies were also not cooked properly. My partner and I talked about giving it another shot and decided we most likely wouldnt. They are new and possibly still figuring things out- so mayyyybe we would.

Ga
Review β„–53

Its a twist on more upscale Indian food with great options, flavor and service! Cant wait to go back!

Sa
Review β„–54

Taste was not okay according to prices. Quantity was like two spoons and the dish is finished. Customer service was also not okay. They said they were out of Naan. I don’t know which Indian restaurant is out of Naan. They were suppose to bring rice with our curry pot they dint bring it and said kitchen is closed. I said it was fine but if I am paying high price like such they are suppose to offer discount on their side as they were not able fulfill the dish.This is expensive restaurant, and it is made for the people who is not Indian. Won’t go again.

Ne
Review β„–55

Don’t expect delicious Indian Food. Ambiance is good. Service is good. Not coming back again.

Le
Review β„–56

Stellar..a great new option in our expanding food scene..cant wait to return! Excellent attentive service!

Go
Review β„–57

Wonderful food, fabulous decor and the location in the Arts District. A win-win for RVA.

Be
Review β„–58

Very mediocre food for the price. Tofu cubes instead of cheese in the palak paneer. Underwhelming and over priced, seemed microwaved.

Br
Review β„–59

Absolutely phenomenal! Nice elegant feel, comfortable atmosphere, and the food is out of this world!

Ja
Review β„–60

We arrived 30 minutes before closing, starving after a brutal 6 hour drive. We were greeted with a smile and stellar service notwithstanding the late hour. The vegetarian selections were plentiful, delicious, and beautiful, as were the cocktails. We’ll be back!

Ky
Review β„–61

Awesome atmosphere, management is very friendly and knowledgeable, the food is out of this world good. Definitely my new favorite spot.

De
Review β„–62

Ordered shrimp moilee and I was very disappointed. It didn’t have any coconut cream or milk. The sauce was very watery and no flavor.

De
Review β„–63

Food was tasty but over-priced, environment was beautiful and trendy but loud.

Ch
Review β„–64

Excellent food and service, but over-priced for what is served. A small plate of lamb chops or scallops cost $14.00, but the plates only had two pieces on them plus sauce. Noise level was quite high, so we had to raise our voices to have a conversation.

Pa
Review β„–65

If you dont know curry or experienced good Indian food then you probably think this place is good. No Indian beer available when we visited, not good its like going in an Irish bar that does not sell Guinness. The spice/heat level was presented by the waitress as Medium, Hot and Very Hot, the chicken curry pot I ordered had no spicy heat at all it was the base sauce good flavors but not even on the spice scale never mind medium the fries we ordered were spicy hot which made up for the lacking curry. The worst thing about the curry was the use of dark thigh meat and not white chicken breast, at $18 for the curry I expect quality tender chicken. The garlic naan was flat cold and greasy looked like it had come from a Walmart freezer and not a clay oven. Overall not good.

Pe
Review β„–66

Great food. Urban revival decor with a splash of Indian accents gives the place a relaxed sophistication.

Po
Review β„–67

Best Indian food in Richmond. The food has authentic Indian taste. I go every almost every weekend..

Gr
Review β„–68

The atmosphere is awesome. Food is even better. Nasib and Rutu provide a great bar service offering supreme mixology as well as a full menu. If you haven’t tried it’s a must!!

Ji
Review β„–69

What a great place! Really enjoyed the food selection.

Ti
Review β„–70

Great food, great service, beautiful restaurant. Ill definitely be going back!

Al
Review β„–71

Nasib offered an experience unlike I’ve had at any other restaurant in Richmond. The quality of service, attention to detail and overall customer experience makes me want to come back over and over again. Kudos and thank you, Nasib. Rutu also made the experience more pleasurable than expected. An overall unforgettable experience. Recommend to anyone.

AP
Review β„–72

Great food and amazing ambiance. Definitely a must eat if your in Richmond.

Go
Review β„–73

Tldr; good but there are better Indian options in Richmond (read below)My first experience here was of awe... The food was some of the best I had in Richmond but all that changed in in our most recent visit.While the food was still cooked well, the taste and quantity left a lot to be desired.The shahi paneer was β€˜tangy’ the exact opposite of what β€˜shahi’ is supposed to represent: creamy tomato.The chicken kababs were 4 measly pieces for $10 as a starter.The cocktails were the weakest I have ever tasted $14 for a cocktail with barely a hint of alcohol.While the lower level seating is nice and rustic, the upstairs seating feels and looks tacked on and half baked.

Gr
Review β„–74

It is a shame that this restaurant is a work in progress, with still some distance to cover. Nothing really clicks and the value proposition isnt. I was in restaurant turn-around in Va. Beach and a sign a restaurant is not doing well is when they attempt to control food-costs by serving portions far below the prices charged. But I digress, lets start from the beginning.We were greeted promptly by our waiter and a trainee. It was awkward in that the waiter said nothing about the trainee. A Good evening, my name is Bartholomew and I will be your server tonight. This is Ludmilla, she will be shadowing me as she is in training might have left Ludmilla feeling a bit more comfortable. I asked who she was (even though I knew) and my wife complimented her on her necklace. That was probably the high point of our service. It was happy hour so I ordered a beer ($2 off normal price). Now this is odd. I received a glass about half full of beer, no bottle so I assumed it was draught. The next beer was off happy hour and I got the whole bottle! This is that penny-wise-pound-foolish thing Nama does. I would have been better off just paying full price during happy hour.You are best off ordering the small plates for what little value their is it is to be found on that part of the menu. I love Naan and theirs isnt that great but keep in mind when you order it you only get one, kind off chincy. My daughter ordered fries and they were delicious, but the souffle cup was only about 1/4 full of dipping sauce, again trying to save money but pissing off the customer. If we could get the waiters attention to bring more you would think that would resolve the problem. At this point I would advise to bring your flare gun as it is the only way you will get a server to come to your table. The Lamb Samosa was great and they supplied enough chutney this go-around. Our guests dinner was served with rice and was very undercooked. In the end she addressed the issue with the manager and they removed it from the check since the replacement serving of rice was also undercooked. Now, this is and Indian restaurant and they cant get rice right? I ordered the Shrimp Moilee and was almost speechless when I removed the lid from the pot. I was expecting a bubbling pot of curried shrimp full to the brim. What it appeared to be was another table did not finish theirs and Nama decided to recycle the leftovers as a freshly prepared meal. The pot was about 1/4 full with only 4 medium shrimp, and it was lukewarm at best. 4 shrimp, a 1/2 cup of sauce, $18! I could go on about other rediculous methods Nama employs to control food costs but I have to get to the gym. Despite the lack of service a added $8 to the 20% gratuity they add on parties 6 and larger. I waited tables to pay for college and maybe this kid is too.Some of the food is delicious, the desserts also very good, the restaurant itself is well appointed, and now that I know what is good I would return and know how not to get ripped-off. This restaurant, I would have given my eyetooth to consult and turn-around as their is so much they need help with, but I am retired now and dont believe I can find my flare gun, or if I still have enough flares to make it worthwhile.

To
Review β„–75

Out of this world cocktails, great food.

Ha
Review β„–76

The curry pots are absolutely fantastic. Nama is by far my favorite place to grab Indian cuisine in Richmond. The Chicken Tikka Masala is to DIE for and the naan is always fresh and soft. On top of the great food, the atmosphere is extremely welcoming and comfortable and the staff is highly attentive. Definitely recommend Nama to everyone in Richmond!

J
Review β„–77

I am hoping our experience is simply the growing pains of a new restaurant.Food - hit or miss. We ordered 5 small plates for 2 people. 1) papri chaat was outstanding. Beautifully balanced flavors and textures and great portion 2) onion and eggplant pakora was horrible, very oily the onion pakora was burnt on the outside and raw (batter dripping) on the inside. 3) the fried cauliflower was mediocre it was not crispy and the spicy level was very high (and we have incredibly high spice tolerence, it is hard to believe average american palates would do well) 4. Chicken roll was excellent the chicken was succulent well spiced and great flavors 5) masala dosa simply never arrived no explanation, but we were charged on our bill.Service ‐ Really horrible. When we arrived it was 5pm (4 other tables were seated) and it took us 1.5 hours to get a cocktail 4 small plate dishes. My plate and utensils were taken and never replaced. After waiting 25 mins for our last dish (which never came) our waitress just arrived with the check. No opportunity to order dessert. When we pointed out our final dsh never arrived yet it was on our bil she didnt ask if we wanted it she simply said I I will take it off and walked away. No apology or explanation or acknowledgement.Some of the dishes really showed promise the decor was lovely, but to succeed there will have to be some major tweaks in the kitchen and waitstaff and closer attention paid to the dining experience.

As
Review β„–78

The bartender makes sitting at the bar really fun. Alexa was a great conversationalist and the wings were killer to boot!

Me
Review β„–79

One of the trendiest new spots in RVA. Delicious food and creative drinks!! Love the interior.

di
Review β„–80

Good drinks and service. Great ambience

Ha
Review β„–81

I wouldnt recommend to anyone based on our experience. Loud, crowded, infrequent wait service (the waitress checked on us maybe every 20 minutes), good food but small portions for the price. If your server tells you that medium spice is actually not very hot dont trust them. I followed this recommendation as a mild-palated person and was left with a tingling face for 15 minutes waiting for a water refill. The food arrived in a baffling order - my husbands entree arrived first and they just put our order of naan in front of me, then my entree a while later, finally they brought our second order of naan with the check at the end of our meal. Save yourself some trouble if youre craving higher-end Indian food and drive to Lehja in Short Pump - it is excellent and well worth the extra distance.

Sh
Review β„–82

Amazing food, great service and atmosphere.

Mi
Review β„–83

Good food, great service!

R
Review β„–84

Great ambience, service and food. The mango cake is delicious.

gr
Review β„–85

I had the chicken kaathi roll and the featured cocktail, indian summer and had a fantastic time tonight. Alexa our bartender was attractive, funny and knowledeable about the interesting things on the cocktail menu. I will defiantly be back to try some more of the cocktails and small plates here soon. 10/10

Br
Review β„–86

This was an awesome atmosphere, service was amazing, and most importantly the food was fantastic. It’s a modern twist on Indian food- such awesome flavor in everything that we ordered. Our server, Vivy, was incredible - and had great food suggestions. Our favorite was the lamb somosas and the chicken tikka. Cocktails are very good- i got the Rupee Flip, which id recommend. The manager and the chef both came in to check on us too which was pretty cool as well. We will definitely be back!

Je
Review β„–87

We had the Chicken Tikka Masala and it was amazing! The waiting room was fun featuring long swinging benches and the overall feel was refreshingly different. Excited to see this place evolve into a staple restaurant for RVA!

Ni
Review β„–88

Food was great love the venue

Je
Review β„–89

Perfect atmosphere, amazing food and the best management in Richmond. Will visit frequently for sure!

Sa
Review β„–90

Our bar was pretty low as we dont get authentic food here in states. Still, this place managed to disappoint us badly.They claim appetizers are small plates which makes it easier to share and try out more options. In practice, you are just paying too much for tiny amount of food. For instance, Samosa chat that costs $7 is actually a single samosa thats store bought.Food doesnt taste good. Forget the Indian taste. Its not even cooked properly. Veggies are half cooked in Briyani. Fries are oily and soggy. Oil drips from pappad. Briyani is full of tomatoes and the rice is a bit hard.Guess theyre targeting folks that will pay more and dont know what Indian food tastes like. Its very disappointing experience that cost the 4 of us $150.

Ki
Review β„–91

I’m so happy to have great Indian food in my neighborhood!!

Po
Review β„–92

Good food πŸ‘Good environment βœ…Very good choices for the tasteπŸ‘ŒGood serviceπŸ‘

Ce
Review β„–93

Great design and cool indian tapas and cocktails

Li
Review β„–94

Great cocktails.

Be
Review β„–95

There was an attempt... we came in around 8 and took seats at the bar. We ordered drinks, a couple of small plates, and a curry pot. My cocktail was inventive and tasty (enough for me to order a second as long as I was waiting and Im not really one to partake of craft cocktails) but after 50 minutes of waiting for our food and seeing everyone around us who had arrived well after we did eating theirs we asked what was up. Bartender went to check and said they were really backed up because they only had two stations for making curry pots (which I kind of thought was their signature thing) and she couldnt say it wouldnt be another 50 minutes for ours to come around, no mention of the small plates. Right around the hour mark I politely declined the invitation to make a reservation to come back at a later date, paid for our drinks, and went down the way to a bustling Cobra Cabana, where I had a plate of carne asada fries in front of me in ~15 minutes. Poor guy who ordered takeout at the bar before we did was still standing around waiting. I really wanted to like you, Nama, but I was too hungry for all that mess.

Me
Review β„–96

The food and atmosphere were both excellent!

Sh
Review β„–97

In short: β€œ When you dine at Rockefeller Center in New York at Bar Sixty Five, eat 2 dishes and get 2 drinks and amazing View, total check = $70. When you dine at Nama eat 5 dishes and get no drinks, total check = $70. And irony is at Nama you will still be hungry.”The quality of food was good but portions is so less that it does not justify the price of dishes. Like Chole poori was great but when you see a big cup of chole and a poori so small that you could barely have 2 bites.The most expensive Indian restaurant in US. Its expensiveness exceeds even from a michelin star Indian restaurant Junoon.Super expensive restaurant.

Ti
Review β„–98

Loved the food here and a fun atmosphere

ra
Review β„–99

Ambiance is super good, but food tastes pathetic.. I do not even call it as a authentic Indian food. The one named Briyani which wad served worst ever i had in my entire life. None of dishes we tried had traces of indian food.Oily and soggy fries, half cooked frozen veggies in briyani, very oily puppadSamosa chat is way overpriced. $7 for a mashed samosa that’s store bought?Overall, everything is overpriced and we won’t dine here even if it’s cheap.

Al
Review β„–100

If you’re looking for something new and delicious in Richmond, this is IT. I met a girlfriend here for dinner, and we split 3 small plates, a curry pot, naan, and 2 desserts. Needless to say, we left in blissful food comas. Everything we tried was flavorful and cooked perfectly. My favorite small plate was the Palak Chaat - so yummy with crispy spinach! The Chicken Tikka was amazing, and the naan is freshly made in house. I would also suggest checking out the cocktail menu! I’ll definitely be back to try more of their food and beverage offerings. Our service was exceptional! The waitress was knowledgeable, prompt, and happy, and the free valet parking was a great perk!

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4.1 Rating
  • Address:15 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220, United States
  • Site:http://www.namarva.com/
  • Phone:+1 804-665-9450
Categories
  • Indian restaurant
  • Bar
  • Event venue
  • Modern Indian restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:4–10PM
  • Tuesday:4–10PM
  • Wednesday:4–10PM
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:4–10PM
  • Sunday:4–10PM
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • No-contact delivery:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
  • Staff wear masks:Yes
  • Staff get temperature checks:Yes
  • Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits:Yes
Popular for
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Happy hour drinks:Yes
  • Happy hour food:Yes
  • Hard liquor:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Catering:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar onsite:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Crowd
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
Planning
  • Dinner reservations recommended:Yes
  • Accepts reservations:Yes
  • Transgender safespace:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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