Gongura South Indian
“If you like Chettinad and Andhra style spicy food, then I can't think of any other restaurant that comes close to this.”
“There were two different rice options, something with mutton, something with eggs, lots of vegetable dishes, one with garbonzo beans.”
“It reminded me of my days in Hyderabad.”
Gongura South Indian
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
4 reviews
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My friends and I went here for some authentic Indian food. My friend had heard about it, so we decided to give it a try. We heard it was going to be nothing special to look at – it reminded me of a deli more than a restaurant – but we were hopeful for the food. The waiter came and asked what we wanted – we told him we wanted him to choose for us, pick the best of the restaurant. He rattled off a few items, we agreed that it sounded like enough food, and he went off to go make it for us.
The tables had pitchers of water and cups. As an avid drinker, I immediately began to pour. The water smelled terrible though – so I opted for a bottle of Poland Spring instead. I think it's how they wash their cups that gave the water the bad smell, not the water itself. Either way, there was no way I was drinking it.
The food came and it was so good. We got a vegetarian rice dish, which was the main focus of the meal. It was huge, and it was delicious. Then we got a lamb dish and a paneer tikka masala (the only name I can remember). We also got some bread, which was different from the naan I'm used to, but still very good.
In all, the meal was excellent. We had many different tastes that all came together well. The waiter did a great job recommending food for us, and I would definitely bring people who enjoy Indian here in the future. It might not be the best introduction to Indian for newbies, though.
Gongura is a dive and a half. It's a little bit dirty and barely furnished inside. A glance at the exterior it leaves you wondering if it's actually open. The staff/owners barely speak English and the menu doesn't explain what anything is.
Our chicken biryani and what I think was called "chicken mix" were more than enough for two. Good flavor and spice, but the chicken was in awkward pieces that were hard to eat. Worth another shot especially at lunch.
Acceptable food, excellent service. Not very nice atmosphere but it seems pretty authentic, nearly all of the customers were Indian.
I liked the dosa and masala tea (no sugar). My goat curry was small and not enough chilis, but the waiter was good enough to bring me a bowl of diced chili peppers which was great. The dosa was very good.
They played drunken master on one big screen and indian music on the other. My daughter was thrilled 😉 Good place for families and kids.
Gongura embodies the phrase, "Don't judge a book by its cover". . The interior is a combo of park, grocery store and storage closet. The menu is 7 items long and written on a white board propped up on a chair. The owner/cook/manager is elusive. The food, really as good as all the reviews have raved about.
My friend and I went there for dinner on a weekday. By the time we arrived, 7 pm, 3 of of the 7 menu items were no longer available. Luckily for us, the ones we wanted were. Actually, I should clarify. Food at gongura, doesn't really come as "items" but more as "meals". You order your main course and sit back and let the owners surprise you. I got a mutton curry and my friend, a chicken curry. I believe egg and fish were also on the menu. Each came with 5 little cups of sides and plate of fried pakora for under $12. One of those delightful cups included homemade yogurt to cool down the decidedly spicy food. I'm no wimp when it comes to spice, but I will admit, my nose was watering. It was awesome.
Definitely, definitely give this place a try. Get take out if you prefer a more appealing interior, but don't let it scare you away from tasting a different part of Indian than the ones who brought you Chicken Tikka Masala and Tandoori Chicken. There's so much more out there.
Also, do yourself a favor and park on the side of the restaurant closest to the street, so you won't have to move your car to avoid tension between the adjoining businesses