Bhuna Indian Restaurant
Bhuna is a modern Indian soul food restaurant known for its authentic Kashmiri cuisine, creative dishes, and warm hospitality. A true gem.
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Bhuna Indian Restaurant
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Bhuna is a modern Indian soul food restaurant known for its authentic Kashmiri cuisine, creative dishes, and warm hospitality. A true gem.
"If you don’t eat here, I think you are making a mistake. This place is awesome!"
Try the Thali for variety
Sample various meat & veg dishes without choosing individually for a diverse culinary experience.
Don't miss Happy Hour
Enjoy great deals on drinks and appetizers during happy hour, which runs for a significant portion of opening hours.
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Cuisine
Modern Indian
Price
Mid-range
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Authentic Kashmiri Soul Food
Experience the vibrant flavors of North Indian cuisine, especially Kashmiri dishes like Rogan Josh, crafted with passion.
Exceptional Service & Ambiance
Enjoy a warm, inviting atmosphere with great music and a personal touch from attentive and friendly staff.
Creative Small Plates & Happy Hour
Savor unique dishes like jackfruit curry and fried chicken sandwich, with fantastic happy hour deals.
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Try the Thali for variety
Sample various meat & veg dishes without choosing individually for a diverse culinary experience.
Don't miss Happy Hour
Enjoy great deals on drinks and appetizers during happy hour, which runs for a significant portion of opening hours.
Reservations Recommended
The restaurant can get busy due to its popularity, so booking a table in advance is advised.
Must-try Ribs & Lassi
The pork rib appetizer and mango coconut lassi are highly recommended by diners.
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Try the Thali for variety
Sample various meat & veg dishes without choosing individually for a diverse culinary experience.
Don't miss Happy Hour
Enjoy great deals on drinks and appetizers during happy hour, which runs for a significant portion of opening hours.
Reservations Recommended
The restaurant can get busy due to its popularity, so booking a table in advance is advised.
Must-try Ribs & Lassi
The pork rib appetizer and mango coconut lassi are highly recommended by diners.
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Reviews Summary
Bhuna Indian Restaurant is lauded for its authentic and creative Kashmiri-inspired cuisine, with many diners praising dishes like the Rogan Josh and unique small plates. The warm ambiance and exceptional, friendly service, including personalized recommendations, significantly enhance the dining experience. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, some guests found the Thali for two to be less value for money than expected, and parking can be a hassle.
"This is easily one of the best Indian restaurants to try in the Portland area. The food is inspired from the spices and recipes from the North Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. This is not a place where they reuse gravies across the menu, like several other Indian places. The recipes were incredibly fresh and tasty. You must visit if you like Indian food. The owner treated us like guests visiting his home, thank you! I would definitely come back."
Mandar Joshi
"What a hidden gem! We enjoyed a fantastic evening here last week. Everything we ordered was very tasty. The portion sizes are perfect for sharing a variety of diverse dishes. The service was exceptional - food and drinks delivered quickly, attentive, good humored. Ambience is lovely - spacious layout and big beautiful windows. Highly recommend this experience, especially if you appreciate a great Indian-inspired menu clearly crafted with heart. We will definitely go back!"
Jen Gaw
"If you don’t eat here, I think you are making mistake. This place is awesome! I have always wanted to try and have heard such great things about it and literally cannot express how much I loved the food the atmosphere the staff and everything else that there is to love about dining out. My food was fantastic. The chef was so genuine and literally could not have been more gracious and more funny. I will definitely be making a return and if you don’t come here, you are making a huge mistake toodles XOXO."
Genny Jackson
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bhuna specializes in modern Indian soul food, with a particular emphasis on authentic Kashmiri dishes.
Yes, Bhuna offers several flavorful vegetarian dishes and options, including a vegetarian Thali.
While the Thali offers variety, some diners felt the portion size for two was smaller than expected for the price.
Yes, Bhuna has a popular happy hour with deals on drinks and snacks, valid for most of their opening hours.
Diners highly recommend the Kashmiri Lamb Rogan Josh, Jackfruit Curry, and the Pork Rib appetizer. The Mango Coconut Lassi is also a must-try.
Parking can be challenging as it's primarily street parking, which can be difficult to find.
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