Commonwealth Indian Restaurant

If you love Indian food, Commonwealth Indian Restaurant is worth a visit. Located in Pike & Rose, it's a white tablecloth restaurant with plenty of seating. To eat, we enjoyed the spinach chaat, butter chicken, mango chutney, butter naan, chocolate cake, and cardamom creme brulee. The butter chicken was especially delicious full of flavor and with a unique touch.The mango margarita was refreshing!Service is impeccable and it's clear staff take pride in their work.

Have you had Indian Cuisine??Well located in Bethesda Maryland is Commonwealth Indian restaurant and it is delicious. The customer service is good, the decor is upscale, and the food is deliciousI recommend for drinksBlueberry blast Mango margarita One night in Mumbai Food Spinach mango chardCoastal shrimp SamosaLamb shank White fish Carrot pudding Koolfi Perfect for family dinner or date night Reservations can be made but they take walk ins

This past Monday morning was extremely cold, but my friend and I were down to try an Indian restaurant together, so we decided to meet at Commonwealth. I got here a bit before 12 PM, and it was fairly empty. The interior has a fancy, elegant vibe, with neatly folded cloth napkins propped up and silverware already set at each table.After ordering, they gave us complimentary papad (papadam) and mango chutney to enjoy while we waited for our food. The papad looked like a wonton chip at first glance, but it was much lighter and airier. The crunch was gentle and soft that dissolved very easily. Its delicate, lightly salty flavor paired well with the sweetness of mango chutney, which had a thick, jam-like texture with small pieces of mango mixed in. This was a delightful start, and we both really enjoyed it.CHICKEN BIRYANI - 19.99The portion of the chicken biryani we got was pretty big, with a mountain of aromatic rice topped with plenty of garnish. It was a bit spicy, but not too much. The rice had a wetter, mushier texture, instead of the dry, individual grains I'm used to. The biryani had a decent amount of spice, but the flavors didn't blend harmoniously, like something was missing. The chicken pieces were pretty big, but tender. Overall, it was OK, but not something I'd order again.CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA - 20.99My friend and I both agreed that the chicken tikka masala was surprisingly delightful, especially the tomato-based curry. The San Marzano tomatoes really shined through, giving the curry a bright sweetness that we both really enjoyed. The chicken was on the drier side, but we didn't mind as much because the bold flavors of the curry made up for it. We'd highly recommend giving the chicken tikka masala a try -- it's definitely one of the best ones I've had at a restaurant.GARLIC NAAN - 4.99Each order comes with four quarters of naan, generously topped with finely minced garlic. It was on the greasier side, but that also meant it was pretty crispy. We enjoyed the naan with the chicken tikka masala we ordered.At the end, we had a lot of leftovers, enough for the both of us to enjoy another meal. We probably could have gotten away with just ordering the chicken tikka masala and garlic naan to share.

Count me as a fan of Commonwealth! Very nice and modern Indian restaurant located in Pike and Rose. I love the interior of the restaurant- it's so nice. I couldn't believe they have crispy spinach chaat on their menu. This is Rasika's signature dish, so now I don't have to go to DC to satisfy my craving. It was very good, almost as good as Rasika's. My daughter really enjoyed the butter chicken and garlic naan. It was her first time trying Indian food and she can't wait to come back again. She's a picky eater, so that is saying something. It was also my first time trying Chicken Biryani. This is one spicy dish! Chicken was very tender and flavorful. The portion sizes here are pretty large, so this dish was my leftover lunch and dinner the following day. Our server was very friendly, and food came out pretty quick. I've read the past reviews of a lunch buffet, but that isn't being offered any more. They do have lunch specials though. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a more upscale Indian restaurant. Prices are a little high, but hey it's Pike and Rose, so what can you expect.

Thursday 10/10/2024This spot is located in the pike & rose area (right next to fogo chao) so you know it's going to be pricey but that's fine as long as the food is worth it.I made a call in order for takeout and spent $61.44 total on: butter chicken (mild) $22, chicken tikka masala (mild) $22, Samosa $9, and garlic naan $5.- the chicken tikka masala was a little underwhelming but it's alright. Also it's not worth $22.- The butter chicken was solid but I've had better. Also it's another item that's not worthy of its price $22 tag.- The samosas were a good size and they were alright BUT $4.50 per samosa is crazy (should be like $3-$3.50 per). It also comes with 2 sauces: green sauce which has a tangy type of flavor and the brown sauce was kinda sweet.- The garlic naan was very disappointing and below average. It didn't have the garlic flavor that I was expecting.- The basmati rice was just rice, nothing more to it.Overall, the food is alright but it's extremely overpriced as the taste and portions are below expectations. Wouldn't recommend or return as there are plenty better Indian spots in the Maryland area.

A good spot for food and a quiet spot to get some work done!My friend and I got samosas which were tasty and rather largeWe had garlic naan which was alright. I ordered Palak with chicken, extra spicy which was very yummy. Large portions so I went home with left overs and so did my friend!Would love to come back for the lunch special Monday through Friday!

Commonwealth Indian Restaurant is a real gem. When we stepped inside, we were greeted by a beautiful and grand space that made us feel like we were in for something special.We started with a variety of appetizers, including the crispy spinach chaat, lamb and chicken seekh kebabs, and tandoori octopus. Although each dish was delicious, we loved the crispy spinach chaat and Tandoori octopus!For our main course, we tried some curries: Alleppey Fish, Yellow Crab, and Karim's Goat Korma. They were all delicious, and the fish and crab curries had a coconut milk base that I could not get enough of. We also ordered the Tandoori Lamb Chops which were cooked medium and couldn't be any closer to perfection.The service was top-notch, and the staff made us feel welcome and well taken care of.Overall, Commonwealth Indian Restaurant is a fantastic spot for a meal. The grand decor, delicious food, and excellent service make it a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy a memorable dining experience.

This is what good indian food should taste like; delicious. They are so good you want to eat more even when your stomach is about to _______. I don't know about their service or ambiance since I've only had carry out; I guess I'll have to try it out next time.On a side note, my wife rates this as 5, but I think it's a 4; their price is a bit high, in my opinion.

Lovely dinner here! It's an elegant and large space. The food was very tasty! I tried the palak paneer which was creamy along with a delicious garlic naan. The samosas were also very good and very large! Service was very friendly and overall enjoyed quite a bit

After living in Bethesda for almost ten years, we finally, Finally, chose to order from Commonwealth. I have to admit - we waited eleven years too long Yes we did take out. And yes, it was absolutely amazing. First - the to go orders were packed flawlessly. The containers were double wrapped in plastic wrap to totally prevent any spillage. A very nice touch. The order was prepared promptly and the delivery (which I realize it's a third party vendor) was right on time. The food was still piping hot. Temperature...the spice...that's for later in the review. Of course, their menu at Commonwealth is extensive and we had difficulty narrowing down our choices. So, to solve that conundrum, we ordered far too much food. Chicken Biryani, Chicken Vindaloo, yellow daal tadka, Chana masala, and a spinach/mushroom dish whose name escapes me. Outstanding Everything was outstanding. Each dish was Perfectly seasoned, perfectly balanced. The vindaloo was, of course, the most spicy of the dishes but not to the point of being unbearable. The others had varying degrees of heat, but all simply nuanced flavors. The only thing I erred upon g was piling all five dishes onto the same plate and not savoring each separately. I was able to do that the the sheer volume of leftovers we had and the individual components of each dish was allowed to shine through. We are already planning to go experience the restaurant itself. Ten years of wasted time to find this restaurant. Don't be like us. Go there. And soon!