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NOLA Desi Kitchen is the premier destination for authentic Indian and Pakistani cuisine in Kenner, LA. Our Halal restaurant serves up flavorful dishes that blend traditional spices and modern flavors, ensuring a truly unique dining experience. From rich curries to fragrant basmati rice, every bite is a taste sensation. As a family-owned Indian restaurant, we take pride in our commitment to using only the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking methods. Our menu features a wide range of options to suit every taste, from spicy vindaloos to mild kormas. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty biryani or a flavorful tandoori dish, we've got you covered. Conveniently located at 3814 Williams Blvd Ste 4, Kenner, LA 70065, NOLA Desi Kitchen is the perfect spot for a night out with friends, a family dinner, or a quick lunch. Come visit us today and experience the bold flavors of India and Pakistan in the heart of Louisiana!

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Akash Reddy
Akash Reddy -Google user
a year ago
Not just me but all of my friends really enjoyed the food. If you are looking for biryani or a non-veg curry with naan then this is the place. I’m from south India and I like dum biryani and spicy food, this place doesn’t have...Read More
ishwor marahatta
ishwor marahatta -Google user
5 years ago
They have a team of very friendly staffs and amazing foods. The menu could have little more stuffs. They do have typical desi dishes. You should always ask for their staffs for the food selection. I have papdi chat and chai tea. I think they...Read More
Mallessa Y
Mallessa Y -Google user
6 years ago
I really love this restaurant and came to visit a second time. The food never dissapoints!Appetizer:-Potato SamosaThis is one of my favorite. The outside was crunchy and the potato filling was pretty good. Nothing too special however it comes with a spiced yogurt sauce! So...Read More
B A
B A -Google user
2 years ago
Food and service was excellent. Dining area was spotless and brightly lit. There were people from that region eating there which is a sign of how authentic it is. We ordered the Nehari curry and it so tasty, and the chicken tikka massala was the...Read More
Khurram Shahzad
Khurram Shahzad -Google user
3 years ago
This restaurant serves the authentic Pakistani food and each item we ate had a 5 star taste. We felt like we are eating in a top restaurant in Pakistan. Long story short - the best Pakistani food I’ve eaten in the whole US.P.S. After eating...Read More
Amelia Singh
Amelia Singh -Google user
3 years ago
I would not recommend this restaurant to dine at because it seems off to me in a weird way. They barely have any lights on when you’re eating food, so anyone would think that it’s strange to eat in the dark. Also, under their beverage...Read More
Christie Sukhdeo
Christie Sukhdeo -Google user
7 years ago
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Maria B B
Maria B B -Google user
5 days ago
I had a very disappointing experience at Nola desi Restaurant. I called ahead to confirm if they were serving halwa poori and was assured that everything was available. However, when I arrived, the staff informed me they couldn’t accommodate dine-in because they were expecting a...Read More
Food: 1/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 1/5
Matt Sessums
Matt Sessums -Google user
a month ago
It wasn’t terrible. I had the Karahi Chicken. The chicken was mostly a lot of bones and very little actual meat. I ordered it spicy and it wasn’t spicy at all. I also got the garlic naan, but didn’t see any garlic pieces on it,...Read More
Food: 2/5Service: 3/5Atmosphere: 2/5
ned urfi
ned urfi -Google user
5 months ago
Generally we are very skeptical about desi food from outside but the food quality n quantity was very good.Girls were courteous respectful and humbleWill recommend Alo Pratha for sureNusrat UrfiTampa Fl
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 4/5
V K
V K -Google user
5 months ago
The chicken dish is a dollar or so cheaper than the other Pakistani, Indian restaurants, but far less worth it.I ordered their food via Uber and it was embarrassing – there was hardly any chicken (exactly 2 tiny pieces) . This was for a Saturday...Read More
Food: 2/5Service: 2/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Elizabeth Asher
Elizabeth Asher -Google user
9 months ago
We have been ordering takeout from here for years and the folks of NOLA Desi are always so nice and make the most delicious food. My husband observes meatless Fridays during Lent so we can always count on delicious vegetarian dishes like potato samosas, palak...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Palak Paneer, Plain Rice, Chicken Tikka Masala Recommendation for vegetarians Highly recommend Vegetarian offerings Large vegetarian selection, Clearly labeled vegetarian dishes Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free parking lot
abughazi621
abughazi621 -Google user
a year ago
It was such an amazing experience, I had lunch with a friend, and we were in awe due to the authenticity vibe, the quran playing in the background, the ladies in the kitchen I don't remember the last time I've been in a place like...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes
April Gilliard
April Gilliard -Google user
a year ago
My fiance and I stopped by for lunch :) I have been craving Indian food and he has never had it before so we decided to try here. We were met with kindness and they were willing to help me order beef kababs. ...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Tandoori Chicken Parking space Somewhat difficult to find parking Parking options Free parking lot
Ehtesham Khalid
Ehtesham Khalid -Google user
a year ago
Taste is great for native food of Pakistani origin. Staff is courteous and polite. We tried mint lassi which was served in big traditional glasses and samosa chat was spicier than what I expected. All in all great experience but space is open and can...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 3/5Recommended dishes
A S
A S -Google user
6 months ago
I got diarrhea immediately while eating the food.The cleaning lady was cleaning under my feet while i was sitting and eating. She did not stopDo not recommend.
Food: 1/5Service: 3/5Atmosphere: 1/5
Dilanka Vidyani
Dilanka Vidyani -Google user
5 years ago
We ordered food from NOLA Desi Kitchen for an event we recently organized at Tulane University. It was such a great thing to find this restaurant and order food from them, because their food is amazingly delicious and everyone (almost 100 people) who attended the...Read More
Michael Price
Michael Price -Google user
a year ago
I love NOLA Desi Kitchen. The food is wonderful and it is halal. I always order to go but the restaurant is always clean and the staff is always polite and quick with service. The nan is awesome along with everything else. Some of my...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Ashaur Azhar
Ashaur Azhar -Google user
2 years ago
If someone visits Kenner Metarie, they need to come here. Most delicious halal food restaurant. We have been eating here for several years and it gets better and better. Nice sitting arrangement, nice location. Great to take family and friends here. Try their muttabaq, halwa...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free parking lot
Masooda Khan
Masooda Khan -Google user
2 years ago
Nola Desi Kitchen in Kenner, LA is doing business for sometime. Today when my friend and I went there for breakfast, I was disappointed by their outdoor signboard, then the appearance of their restaurant, then their service, and finally their oily food, and very small...Read More
sachin krishna
sachin krishna -Google user
3 years ago
This was my second time here. I liked the flavour of the chicken karahi, it had a nice smoky flavour. The chicken biriyani was moderate, could be more spicy. In general the usage of oil is more, could be less. We loved the chicken karahi...Read More
Jenn Cavallari
Jenn Cavallari -Google user
6 years ago
Fantastic experience. Mr. Sayed treated us like guests in his home. The food was excellent and the hospitality was...caring. He told our boys some Pakistani and Indian history, brought them sweets and generally tended to us like family. I felt like we had a sweet...Read More
Gelila Assefa
Gelila Assefa -Google user
2 years ago
Ordered carry out tikka masala and chicken korma curries and didnt get rice to go with it when we opened it at home. We called to inquire and we were told they are ordered either with rice or no rice. But the menu states...Read More
harish reddy
harish reddy -Google user
5 years ago
Most amazing food 👌, loved mutton biryani, kebab an fresh naans. kheer which was complimentary was perfect to taste. Long time to eat perfect hyderabadi cuisine. Very good host/owner doesn't feel like at a restaurant. All the Indian/Pakistani restaurant owners need to learn from him...Read More
Kunjal Yagnik
Kunjal Yagnik -Google user
7 years ago
Excellent food. Best Indo-Pak food in the entire town. Great dishes... Naan quality is by far the best naan I had in entire New Orleans area... Service is little slow as the food is fresh..Host is very happy person and nice to talk to.... But,...Read More
Nida Kaleem
Nida Kaleem -Google user
5 years ago
We entered Nola Desi Kitchen and there were barely any lights inside. They charged us $34.68 for two buffets and automatically included an 18% gratuity in each buffet selection. That is a joke. They did this to all their customers. None of the dishes( chicken...Read More
Nadia Hashmi
Nadia Hashmi -Google user
5 years ago
After a long drive from Tallahassee Fl, we made a night stop at New Orleans and had dinner at Nola. AMAZING!!! Ordered burger&fries for kids it was yummy kids loved it plus service was amazing on time and very friendly. My husband and I got...Read More
Karthick Jeeva
Karthick Jeeva -Google user
5 years ago
We travelled to NOLA for Mardi Gras. Found this back on the way fron our swamp tour. They have very good flavor on their food. Nice Indian Food. They do serve Pakistan and Bangladesh cuisine. Cheap and good bet for what you pay. Biryani very...Read More
Jaswinder Kandola
Jaswinder Kandola -Google user
6 years ago
I cook indian food myself , eat out a lot,but never had such great indian food anywhere in USA. The cook is Pakistani, we all share same kind of food. I respect them as they r the best cook compare to lot of below average...Read More
Bharadwaj Singh Kshatri
Bharadwaj Singh Kshatri -Google user
6 years ago
If any one want to have true authentic delicious fresh Indian food , then Nola desi kitchen is a must visit for travelers. Nola Kitchen is a multi cuisine of Indian and Pakistani food, they have very good authentic biryanis, different kebabs and its a...Read More

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