Reviews for Cheeni Indian Food Emporium in Raleigh, NC
Nice and chic decor, warm and friendly staff !! Loved chatting with Jonathan and got to know the story behind the place. The... menu and the food had scope for some improvement though the caveat is that I only tied 3 items ! I ordered the veg puff, Bombaysandwich and chai. The puff was fresh and hot, the Bombay sandwich was simple and fresh - could add more stuffings in it at theprice point and probably grill it ! Chai was ok but was given in a highball glass (it was too much chai). Overall nice vibe anddecent food with some scope of improvement. Read more
What a cute find! Very tasteful Indian inspired selection of Teas, chocolates, etc. Their food is a must try! In their Vegan... offers, liked their Samosas, Waffle Dosas, Masala fries, even their Daal & rice were yummy. Read more
The chai was outstanding.. house made! The chai spice donut was also ????. Beautifully decorated with fun little trinkets and... gifts section! I didn?t get a meal but definitely wanna come back for one! Read more
Outstanding and varied offerings from different regions of India are a real treat. Best mango Lassi I've ever tasted. The samosa... chaat is perfectly crispy and creamy and crunchy and fresh and satisfying in all the right ways. Don't miss the tandoori chickeneither, or the delightful little spice market. The pastry case is fresh and tempting - try the chai masala rolls and thedecadent cookies and cakes - and pairs perfectly with their authentic filter coffee and house made chai. The space is absolutelybeautiful, a great meetup spot with visual appeal. My current favorite lunch spot, but it's great for dinner too. Highlyrecommend. Read more
Cheeni is like being transported to parts of India! The Aloo Chaat, Keema Pav, and Dosa Waffles are my favorites. Don?t skip... out on dessert either because it?s all fantastic. If Preeti has Strawberry Coriander muffins?you must get one with a cup ofchai. What a special place! Read more
Got the lamb vindaloo, buttered naan and the masala chai. Could not be happier with the service nor the quality of the food.... Best vindaloo I've had in years, well seasoned and the heat was perfect. The chai was a fantasticly well rounded accompanimentto the vindaloo and cooled me off just enough to go back for more! Looking forward to her cooking classes too :) Read more
I?ve been coming to Cheeni for about a year, and have nothing but positive things to say. The owner is sometimes there, and... she?s so nice! She?s chatted with my husband about tips for cooking Indian food. I usually come for the chai and a few jeeracookies, as a little snack. There also used to be a masala quiche on the menu, which was amazing. Normally I?d be upset if oneof my favorite things was taken off the menu, but at Cheeni it was replaced by something equally delicious - a handpie. Everything we?ve tried at Cheeni has been delicious, and this is a wonderful small business that we need to support inRaleigh! Read more
Amazing Indian street food restaurant and coffee shop. Lamb was perfect (and very spicy), sweet potato biscuit was fresh and... added a southern touch. The restaurant was quiet, decor was beautiful ,and the staff were very kind. Orders are taken at thecounter, then brought to you. Read more