Review of Indigo Indian Bistro

I have been coming to Indigo for 9 years. They are warm, kind people. The husband and wife who own the restaurant are well informed about gluten free. Every time I come in, I'm greeted as an old friend, even though I only make the hour drive perhaps once a year. "Hello, your Highness! Chicken tikka masala? How are you and your lovely family?"

Within minutes of being seated, he begins bringing appetizers he knows I enjoy, before I've even ordered. 90% of the menu is gluten free, with the main "offender" being their naan. Most everything is cooked with chickpea flour, not any wheat involved. In most restaurants, I simply don't know if I can trust an owner to know, and I order quite hesitatingly. At Indigo, I don't even have to ask. If it has gluten, he will interrupt me, "oh no, Princess, not that. There is gluten in it. That will hurt your tummy. I would suggest this instead."

I can have fried food without fear. Most every main dish is safe, many appetizers and most desserts. They even have a crispbread, spiced with cumin seeds, that is a delicious counterpoint that is useful to mopping up all the lovely sauces. I have never had the equal in terms of variety and flavor profile in Indian cuisine, nor been treated with such kindness and respect. I have never gotten glutened there.

Their service isn't fast. Some of that is a cultural element, I'm quite sure, and some has to do with the fact that in the current climate, it is difficult to find staff, and they had to downsize to a location in a strip mall instead of their former beautiful premises in a freestanding building. While the food comes out regularly, I would expect a leisurely time for your meal, 60-90 minutes, depending on how many courses you order. You can place orders for pickup. They have a lunch buffet that, while not extensive, the owner will easily walk through your choices of safe options.

I cannot say enough positive things about Indigo and their owners. To enjoy bhajias, chickpea noodle salad, mutter paneer, goat curry, tikka masala, and the most flavorful pistachio ice cream and rice pudding... All without worry? It's simply AMAZING.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for keto
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies