Mr Chef Indian Cuisine — Restaurant in Deltona

I ordered from here on Doordash and called the restaurant tonight to speak to a manager. Naturally, they sounded nervous when they came to the phone. But what I wanted to express to him, and to also tell everyone else reading this, is that people...don't walk, RUN straight into this restaurant! I have been to many Indian restaurants between Daytona Beach and Orlando, eaten at a few multiple times, and none of them so far have come close to the flavor and quality of the food I have had from Mr. Chef Indian Cuisine. Recently transplanted from Canada six months ago, the group here has brought a fresh, vibrant taste to the local food scene. It's so good, that I fear it won't hold long in Deltona, having to move it's operations to the trendy Orlando area if they realize just how good they are. The flavor combinations in many of the dishes are unlike anything we've been offered in many of our standard area restaurants. Their Indian fusion is mind-blowingly good. Chinese flavors mix in some of their dishes, such as the chili paneer, a sticky-sweet combination of paneer dressed sweet and sour style. Try other flavor fusions, such as their stuffed chili-cheese naan. Or cure your sweet tooth with their their sweet, dessert-like peschawari naan, which comes filled with nuts, raisins, coconut, and sugar. They have an extensive list of vegetarian options to cater to all meatless eaters out there. Move over, 5th Element. Goodbye, Taste of India. Kohinoor, you fell from grace a while ago. And Mr Chef Indian Cuisine has certainly come to pick up the tattered pieces you left behind and elevate the cuisine back up to its former glory--and then some. As far as I can tell, they have no equal within at LEAST a 40 mile radius. Try them now before they start having to book reservations! All you foodies out there, add this unassuming location to your little black book, and thank me later. But thank Mr Chef even more! This is my new go-to Indian restaurant, and I am forever thankful that I only have to go right across a bridge now to get it! Roll up your sleeves, Chef! You're about to get a WHOLE...

I am so impressed, and grateful that this establishment exists here in Deltona. I grew up & lived here most of my life. For the majority of that time the food scene has been uninspired, underwhelming, and lacking in both culture & flavor. I now live about an hour away but come to visit my parents here often. On a recent visit I was searching for something different to try when I came across Mr. Chef—and had suddenly remembered a friend mentioning this restaurant some time ago. I decided we had to try it, and we were ALL thankful that we did! I ordered online and drove over to pick up for take-out. It was a simple transaction. It was Saturday night and they were busy (a great sign), but I was greeted warmly immediately upon entering & attended to promptly. I was told I would have to wait about 15 minutes more for my order to be completed, and was very kindly thanked for my patience. Honestly, I was so excited I didn’t mind waiting at all as it only added to the anticipation. Moreover it was actually only about 10 more minutes. Regardless—it was worth the wait, and then some! The food was fresh, hot, and plentiful. We ordered a variety of dishes across categories. Every single thing was prepared with quality & care, and was SO satisfyingly delicious. It filled the literal and metaphorical void that existed in our bodies & minds 🙏🏻 We will be patrons from now on, and we are very happy to support this local restaurant/business. I recommend Mr. Chef with the utmost enthusiasm to anyone who is familiar with & enjoys the amazing depth of flavor & profile of Indian cuisine, as well as to those who may just be seeking something fresh & different from the the typically tired & bland offerings in the area. Do yourself a favor, give this restaurant a try!

To Mr. Chef: My sincerest thanks to the entire team of people who worked so hard to make this restaurant a reality, and who continue to work tirelessly with talent, drive & love to bring something truly wonderful & fulfilling to our little corner of the earth. Please, don’t leave us any time...

Great Service and Flavors, but Some Dishes Could Be Better

I recently dined at Mr. Chef's Indian Cuisine and had a delightful experience overall. One of the first things that stood out was the convenience of front-row parking.

The manager was incredibly nice and insightful regarding dietary restrictions. As someone with lactose intolerance, I was impressed with how accommodating they were. For my dish, the “Chef's Special Chicken Curry,” they substituted milk with coconut cream, ensuring I could enjoy it without any issues. The dish was flavorful and tasted very fresh, though next time will substitute the chicken breast with chicken thighs just because the chicken breast was a little dryer inside.

My husband ordered the lamb, and it was equally flavorful!

We dined inside, but the restaurant also has a beautiful outdoor ambiance with tables and string lighting. The pricing was reasonable, around the $15 mark, which I found to be excellent value for the quality of the food.

Another highlight was the flexibility in customizing my meal. Despite bell peppers and onions not being part of the original recipe, they happily added them for me at no extra charge. Our server was cautious about how spicy the mild options could be for some customers and recommended we have the spicy sauce on the side so we could control the heat level, which we very much appreciated. They also substituted my buttered rice (that comes with each meal) with naan bread without butter, allowing me to enjoy my meal without needing lactose pills. This level of attention and care was much appreciated.

Overall, I highly recommend Mr. Chef's Indian Cuisine. It's a small establishment with bold flavors, and the staff goes above and beyond to ensure a pleasant dining experience, though some dishes could benefit from a bit more attention...