Choolaah
Choolaah
Paneer Wrap supposed to look like
a variety of food items on a table
The tastefully arranged menu board, all at once.
Exterior featuring the mobile pick up lane!
a variety of quesadillas and dips
Classic images from Bharat with a brand new twist... hey, that sounds a lot like the food here at Choolaah... better check that out ASAP!
a variety of different types of food
After you taste the goodness that is Choolaah, you'll want to GO SOCIAL!
Look at those Choolaah... fiery orange & ready to chalo to make your Naan & such the best they can be... each & every delicious bite.
the front entrance of a restaurant
Build your own bowl (chicken tikki masala)
EXTRAS, yeah! Lassi & Kulfi were right on the mark. These folks are definitely hitting off the front foot. Not a googly in the bunch!
The symbols on the banner say it all: Only the best for you will do.
a mobile pick up sign in a parking lot
Cooking in the clay ovens
Menu board up close: Tasty Wraps & Street Food Items.
Add all the proteins you want! They taste as good as they look here on this up close shot of the menu board.
Front Entrance
Menu board up close: Sides. So many options... so little stomach space.
Choolaah Bowl with Chicken, Brown Rice and Tikka Masala sauce
Interior
Menu board up close: Yummy Bowls.
Devi P.
Oct 5, 2024
It's good for American palete. It's an amazing place to dine ... like every thing looks awesome. As an Indian it's unfortunately tasteless food . Tikka masala sauce should be tasty (even if it's not spicy ) . Even the machine made samosa is tasteless .
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Cheryl P.
Jan 20, 2025
This was a super quick, convenient, and tasty spot to satisfy my Indian food cravings! I enjoyed the concept of the restaurant and how customizable everything on the menu was. I ended up ordering a Choolah bowl with white rice and chicken tikki masala. I loved how many options there were for different dietary restrictions - not just gluten-free, but also vegan and vegetarian and the menu was clearly marked. My food was really flavorful and my only complaint was that I wish I had just a little bit more rice to really soak up all of the tikki masala sauce. I also ordered the chilled chai (i can never, ever pass one up) but felt like it tasted a bit watered down, which was kind of disappointing. The store felt very spacious, had plenty of seating, and was also decorated nicely with tons of colorful artwork. I honestly was a bit surprised that the store wasn't as busy as I expected when we walked in around lunchtime on the weekend!
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Grant S.
Mar 22, 2024
Clear Choice dental implant post-op patients of Westlake, OH... REJOICE! You DO NOT have to choose between flavor & surgical stitch safety in Westlake at all, because the flavorful culinary journey that is Choolaah awaits you... literally just around the corner & just one block from where you will be having the work on your new smile done. And may all the gods of all the tasty vittles on this Earth be praised!Choolaah means "clay pot cooking stove" in India (aka: "Bharat" which is the ancient-future name that is often heard rolling off the tongues of the 2 billion+ residents of the wise & ancient sub-continental land of the Indus these days). This is where the ancient & authentic art of cooking from Bharat is centered. And... as you can see from the pix, this is where the cooking at Choolaah takes place. (When you see four orange choolaah lined up to make your naan & such [naan that is oh so good, because it is oh so fresh & oh so right, just live everything else I tried within my limited, stitch-friendly dietary limits... you know this brightly spiced & hot-sauce assisted cuisine is going to be as good as it is fast to receive.)The food, the atmosphere & the service are all so upbeat here, my spirits were lifted just by stepping into the space, which is hung with a fresh take on the ancient Bharatiyan themes of the wisdom for living well that literally greet you at the door offering all who enter: The Greeting of Namaste, the Kind Wishes of the Butterfly & a Bowl of Great Food, symbols which roughly translate, "Because I see the Divine in YOU, I seek to serve your Soul with the BEST bowl of FOOD by which I can nourish you today."And nourish, the friendly folks at Choolaah did. I had two meals worth & then some... Roasted Veg Bowl, Tikka masala x 2, Basmati Rice (the Raj of Rice), Naan (which I dipped in my tikka masala to soften it up, Doc, so that I didn't rip my stitches), Mango Lassi x 2, Pav Bhaji (which was a new taste treat from the street that my partner, Aashita & I will definitely be offering as part of our own family-style menu at The Fools Rush Inn Club via our FeniTours.com Vacay with a Purpose Experience when we land in Goa, India later this year), and -- of course -- Kulfi, because there must always be KULFI!So, whether you are trying to keep your spice profile at the top of its game after oral surgery, or just plain looking for some good food inspired by the best of what Bharat can inspire in us all, head on down to Choolaah for a quick & enormously tasty bite. OR better yet... have them cater your next tasty party wherever you may go in the Greater Cleveland Area. This is truly BBQ that meets the spirit of BBQ: Good Friends, High Spirits & Good Food All Around, so that no taste bud is left behind!And you, my foodie friend, deserve to be met on that plane in this way today! SO... Y'all Come!
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Andrea T.
Feb 19, 2024
We went to Choolaah to grab a quick weeknight meal. The entire restaurant was nicely decorated and the staff were very friendly and helpful. They had a number of vegan options clearly marked on the menu. That was helpful. I ordered a tofu bowl with veggies. It had a nice flavor and was plentiful. I also ordered a side of wheat naan and samosas. The naan comes wrapped in tin foil and clearly marked vegan. The naan was a little soggy by the time i unwrapped it but it was still good. The samosas were tasty and nice and crispy. I like the idea of having a pick up window and you could see a large number of take out orders ready to go. Indian food is amazing and Choolaah is a good choice for fast casual meal. It was a pleasant surprise to find out the restaurant originated in the Cleveland area.
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Simon I.
Dec 20, 2023
Choolaah Westlake recently had its grand opening. I was pleasantly surprised at the flawless operations and helpful staff when I visited on a Sunday afternoon couple days after their opening.Their bold colors, modern décor, and an open kitchen set the scene for a vibrant dining experience. The staff were super welcoming and helpful, navigating the menu like seasoned pros to help me with my order.Choolaah Bowl with Chicken and Tikka Masala is wow inspiring - tender chicken coated in a creamy, tomato-based sauce with just the right kick. Naan sopped up every bit of that deliciousness (pro tip: ask for it extra crispy!).The Salmon Choolaah bowl with Chickpea Masala delivered a mouth watering aromatic chickpea based sauce over white rice. I could just each the sauce and rice. The salmon added extra bite of aromatic seafood protein.The Samosa Chaat definitely has much room for improvement. I wasn't prepared to need to break up the samosa myself and mix in the sauces to get it to be a chaat. I'm used to Samosa chaat being served mixed. The samosa were also on the cold side.Choolaah is a fresh and exciting addition to Westlake's dining scene. The vibrant atmosphere, friendly service, and flavorful food (with a little tweaking on the spice level) make it a great spot for a casual Indian dining. I'll definitely be back for more, and I'm excited to see how they evolve in this early stage.
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Teri G.
Aug 19, 2024
First time trying Choolaah. Ordered the Paneer Wrap and they said they were out of onions. Wrap was pretty sad looking. Yellow lentil side was super watery. Not sure if I will be back.
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Tom L.
Jun 27, 2024
Excellent service and food was good, but compared to authentic Indian food, all the dishes are mild in flavor (richness and spice)Also way pricey on sides like yellow lentil...I know the economy sucks under Biden but c'mon man!
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Roop S.
Aug 4, 2024
Pretty good as a fast casual Indian restaurant. I liked that they have plenty of vegetarian, vegan and kids options.
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Lincoln R.
Jan 28, 2025
We came in as first timers and ended up deciding on two of their signature bowls. Customer service was phenomenal and the food was tasty!
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Alexa R.
Oct 6, 2024
The food is great here!!!! The samosas are so wonderful!!!!Yum , Super Delicious!!!!
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