Restaurante Indian Garden

An Odyssey of Flavors and Follies at Indian Garden.

Nestled at a quaint corner away from Valencia’s bustling heart, Indian Garden promised a dive into the rich tapestry of Indian cuisine. Yet, what unfolded was a saga that danced on the fine line between culinary exploration and theatrical comedy.

A Quirky Prelude: Our adventure began with a tableau vivant of a semi-prepared table, setting the stage for an evening where the unexpected became our dining companion. The plot thickened with the entrance of our waiter, a spirited soloist in the opera of urgency, whose performance in the art of table setting was as avant-garde as it was bewildering.

Culinary Crescendos and Diminuendos: Amid the whirlwind of service that could rival the chaos of a stormy sea, the naan bread emerged as an unexpected protagonist. Notably circular, it defied the traditional tear-shaped naan's rustic charm, sparking both curiosity and amusement. "How does one achieve such geometric perfection in a tandoor?" one might ponder. Was it a culinary marvel or a humorous nod to the evening's unfolding eccentricities? This perfectly round naan, while defying conventions, was surprisingly palatable, standing as a beacon of consistency in an otherwise unpredictable culinary landscape.

A Culinary Masquerade: While the dal tarkaa sang melodies of authentic flavors and the naan flaunted its circular defiance, the chicken korma and pilau rice played their roles with less conviction, leaving a trail of culinary enigmas in their wake. The saga of portion sizes further added to the narrative, whispering tales of minimalism perhaps too avant-garde for the hungry soul.

Epilogue: The Quest for the Bill: In a fitting finale to our dining escapade, summoning the bill became an adventure in itself, echoing the evening's theme of whimsical challenges and theatrical service.

Curtain Call: Indian Garden, in its unique enclave of Valencia, served not merely a meal but an experience—a blend of culinary ambition, service with a flair for the dramatic, and the mystery of the perfectly round naan. It stands as a testament to the evening—a symphony of flavors, follies, and the enduring question of culinary geometry.

Rating: Two Stars with a Twist (One for the dal tarkaa’s loyal rendition of flavor, another for the naan's circular curiosity, and a half star in the wings, contemplating the whimsical nature of our experience.)