Village Vibes Indian Food Truck — Restaurant in Cary

We arrived with dreams of delicious street food and left with the kind of regret usually reserved for bad tattoos and timeshares.

The dosa came with exactly three microscopic droplets of cold sambar, which I can only assume were applied with an eyedropper for “aesthetic purposes.” Flavor? Nonexistent. The muska bun was basically Wonder Bread that had a 10-second speed date with a microwave and then got ghosted by real butter. And the noodles, despite my request for mild, were so spicy they could’ve powered a rocket to Mars. My family had one bite, wept silently, and then performed a ceremonial dumping of the entire dish into the trash.

The wait time was its own special form of punishment. By the time our food was ready, I felt like I had aged a decade. Honestly, if I had hopped a plane to Chennai, ordered the same items, and flown back, I might have beaten their “fast” service.

And let’s not forget the ambiance: standing roadside, balancing sad food on paper plates, fighting off mosquitoes like I was in a wildlife documentary, all while paying almost restaurant prices. Truly, a luxury experience.

For a couple dollars more, I’d happily choose an actual restaurant where chairs, roofs, and hot edible food are part of the package deal. This was my first and last visit, not just to this truck, but to any Indian food truck in the area. I came hungry, I left hungrier, and I now have...

This food truck is an absolute gem in RTP! Their millet-based dishes are a perfect mix of health and flavor. The karam dosa is easily the best I’ve had—crispy, spicy, and packed with deliciousness. But my personal favorite is the maska bun with Irani chai. The soft, buttery bun paired with rich, aromatic chai is pure comfort food and worth every mile I drive to get there.

The only thing to note is that they prepare everything fresh to order, even the idlys, so it’s not the fastest service. I usually place my order at home and drive down while they’re making it, which works perfectly. The wait is 100% worth it for the quality of food you get.

The staff is so sweet and welcoming—they really make you feel like a valued customer every time. If you’re in the mood for authentic Indian flavors with a twist, this food truck is...

I was really disappointed with the food and service at this food truck. The sambar was served cold—straight from the refrigerator—and when we asked about it, we were told that’s just how it’s served and that we should warm it up at home. That response was honestly surprising. Why would customers come to a food truck expecting to reheat their own food?

For the $10 charged for idly with cold sambar, I expected at least a warm, freshly served meal. The taste overall was mediocre, and not a single staff member acknowledged the issue or apologized. Unfortunately, this experience left a lot to be desired, and I wouldn’t recommend it based on what we...