Indian Food in Potomac Falls, Sterling

“Food was out of control great. Highly recommended. We got the Indian Curry, garlic Naan, and Aloo Gobi.”

“Authentic Punjabi food, tried chole kulche, chole bhature, salted lassi, aalloo tikki, chai.. everything was good. Highly recommended.”

“Amritsari Kulcha is worth the trek to Sterling, probably the best Amritsari Kulcha I’ve had in the US”

“I love the food here. Indian cuisine is one of my favorites. I've tried many restaurants throughout many states as I often travel and I'd have to say this is one of the best. The service is great and the owner is awesome. She takes pride in her food ensuring you have a great experience. Highly recommend.”

“Ordered chili paneer, veggie pakora, paneer tikka masala, and garlic naan, and everything was great!”

“Dhaba daal and amritsari kulcha was really good!”

“gajar halwa is to die for”

“Amritsari Kulcha is to die for ! Absolutely awesome. Never eaten such a kulcha anywhere. Gobi Manchurian was also delicious.”

“Great, authentic North Indian food! Friendly staff”

“My husband and I came to Mehfil for lunch. We ordered Dhaba dal, Chicken Lahori and Garlic Naan. Chicken Lahori was amazing and so soo tasty! It went well with Rice and Naan. Dhaba dal was also very tasty 😊 I would highly recommend Mehfil for their amazing taste and atmosphere. It is a must try!”

“I ate butter chicken, Amritsar kulcha and lamb chop. Really delicious food. Amazing host.”

“Best Indian food in Ashburn! The service is also top-notch. Highly highly recommend.”

“The cozy and welcoming ambiance at Mehfil is perfect for a relaxed meal with family and friends. The food is absolutely excellent, with authentic North Indian flavors that are hard to find. The Amritsari Kulcha is a must-try, perfectly crisp and flavorful, while the Dhaba Dal and Chicken Lahori are simply outstanding.”

“Hidden Gem! The food was delicious! The owner was very knowledgeable about the food and was very accommodating for spice tolerance and allergies. We will be eating here again! The mango lassi and Punjabi beers complimented the savory flavors of the butter chicken, korma curry with chicken, and paneer tikka.”

“Super delicious and authentic Indian Punjabi food! 😋 Feeling of home cooked food served with love! ❤️”

“Excellent food and outstanding service. Will recommend to anyone who wants authentic Punjabi cuisine. Sarsoka sag was delicious.”

“Their Amritsari Kulcha and Sarson da Saag with Makki di Roti have the most authentic and traditional taste in the Northern VA.”

“We ordered take out from this restaurant for the first time today and have been completely blown away by the taste of all the items we got. My husband found the Tandoori chicken the best and juiciest he has had in a long time. The Amritsari kulcha was packed with a generous stuffing of cheese and potatoes and flavored with the most delectable spice mix. We plan on making this one of our regular haunts.”

“If you are looking for a desi (Indian) homemade taste authentic food Mehfil should be on your list. From their delicious Aloo Partha to lamb dishes everything reminds you of home. The owner Meheran and staff are super nice. They accommodate vegan and special diet needs.”

“Fresh and delicious authentic Punjabi food! Everything they make is like homemade food, and they make everything fresh after we place our order. The food reminds me Haveli Restaurant back in Jalandhar”

“Authentic punjabi food. Atmosphere was very welcoming and service was great!”

“The naan was fantastic! Highly recommend the vegetable samosa and dal tadka.”

“Aloo pratha Kulcha chole Is good”

“Authentic Indian food and excellent atmosphere. Service was quick and taste was Great. Locally owned restaurant”

“Amazing!!! Had the butter, garlic and bullet naan with vindaloo curry. Definitely recommend to any spice lovers. The staff were all super friendly and attentive. The curry was super flavorful that kept you going back in for more despite the spice in your mouth lol. Big fan of the rice as well wonderful aromatics.”

“Good food — the different naans were excellent, the beers were cold, and curries were adequately spicy. The place is clean and pleasant. The service was prompt and elegant.”

“I went to this place after reading the reviews here and trust me this place is absolutely worth trying out 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Authentic true Punjabi food just taste soooooooo good each bite was just perfect filled with true flavor of Punjab ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️definitely recommending everyone to try them out. Items I ordered all vegetarian 🌱 Pani puri ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ Veg Biryani ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ Dhaba Daal ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️”

“Great food, and great staff, very friendly! I had the Butter Paneer Masala which was delicious and rich. I also had the Chicken 65 and a Mango Lassi which were both amazing. They even gave us a 20% discount because the cricket game was on!”

“A must go to this desi punjabi food place”

“Glad we decided to try Mehfil today! Delicious Chicken Korma and friendly service. They adapted the spice level so my husband and I could share the dish. Pakoras and samosas were excellent as well!”

“Very nice food full of flavor of Indian subcontinent and gosht was delicious. Loved the appetizers samosas & chicken tikka & chicken lollipop. Festive atmosphere w/music & video.”

“Josh loved the food. He couldn’t stop eating the delicious chicken tikka massala curry. He was so excited to try the mango lassi he even ordered it himself. Josh liked the nice owner as well!”

“They always have great food. We love their Chole Bhature. Highly recommend this place!”

“Excellent Indian food and very friendly staff! We will definitely be back.”

“If you're looking for generous portions and authentic North Indian Punjabi food in Northern Virginia, Mehfil is a must-try. Their menu is amazing for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, and everything we tried was super tasty — especially the Amritsari Kulcha, Paneer, Chole, and their Chai. Pure comfort food, full flavor, and perfectly controlled spice levels. It’s a small, cozy spot with genuinely seven-star hospitality. Warm people, great service, and food that feels like home. Fantastic food, even better service, and unforgettable Punjabi flavors. Totally worth the visit. We will be visiting here often now”

“This is the best Indian food I’ve eaten in Sterling in about 3 years. And I should know because I’m a middle-aged white guy! It was served piping hot, and my fish curry was incredibly complex and delicious. The kulcha and naan were straight from the oven, wonderful, and more substantial than I expected. Even the humble rice was lovely with its cilantro on top. I’m definitely coming back here for my birthday!”

“Stopped by on a whim after seeing a sign in the parking lot. Decision paid off. Ordered chole bhatturey, amritsari naan, keema naan, and aalo paratha. Everything was absolutely delicious. Will be back to try the rest of the stuff!”

“If you’re looking for a authentic Indian - Punjabi food then look no further, Food taste will bring you back home, highly recommended.”

“Best Punjabi food ..loved Amritsari Kulcha...Will definitely come here again whenever i visit near this place”

“Absolutely love this place! I’ve been to Mehfil more than ten times, and the taste is consistently amazing! They have the best Amritsari Kulcha I’ve had in the US — perfectly crisp, soft inside, and served with flavorful chole. The flavors are authentic and remind me of home. Easily my favorite spot for North Indian food in the area! Highly recommend trying the kulcha if you haven’t already.”

“Easily the best Indian food I’ve ever had, especially in NOVA. I found the place when they were located in Manassas and it was always my go to. They soon closed down and moved to the new location in Sterling. Easily worth the 40 minute drive! The owner even recognized me because I always get the butter chicken! Service was excellent. He made a recommendation for an appetizer and it was delicious! 10/10 and I will be back many times!”

“Delicious! They had lots of gluten and dairy free options. The server recommended the Sarson Ka Saag and the Makki De Roti (a corn based type of bread that's gluten free). It was to die for! We will be coming back.”

“Amazing food! Authentic punjabi cuisine!”

“If you are looking for authentic Punjabi food, stop looking and head to Mehfil. The food is absolutely delicious. Amritsari Kulcha and Saron da saag with makki di roti are among the must haves. The host Mr Meharban Brar is warm and friendly like native Punjabis are. Can’t wait to go back and try some more dishes.”

“Amazing authentic panjabi food! Loved every dish we ordered !”

“Went with my family. We tried Daal Dhaba and Amritsari Kulcha was so delicious. I would definitely visit again. Best Indian/Pakistani food in the area.”

“Mehfil Restaurant in Sterling is a great place for authentic Indian food. The dishes are full of flavor, freshly prepared, and consistently delicious. The service is excellent—staff are friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The atmosphere is comfortable and inviting, making it perfect for dining in or takeout. Highly recommend for anyone craving quality Indian cuisine.”

“Very good Northern Indian food. We had Chicken Vindaloo, Baingan Bharta, and Palak Paneer. They were all delicious! Good portion sizes also.”

“Really liked the food. Very North indian/Punjabi taste. We are vegetarians so tried Alu Gobhi and Shahi Paneer. Amritsari Kulcha was yummm.”

“We had very good experience here. We had ordered Amritsari kulcha, gobi Manchurian and Chili Chicken. Everything was perfect. Specially Kulcha had authentic taste. For punjabi food it is amazing place.”

“My son and I ordered several items for lunch earlier this week and each was amazing. Atmosphere is casual. Location is easy to find. Parking is sufficient. Prices are reasonable ($20 a person) but the food… oh my goodness. Try something new like I did: I will be returning for more Rogan Josh Curry and Onion Kulcha soon.”

“Food is some of the best Indian I have had in over a decade. Flavors are on par if not better than some restaurants I’ve been to in the past.”

“Excellent taste, reminded of Authentic Punjabi Taste”

“Best kulcha and best Punjabi food ever!”

“Amazing food, service and atmosphere! The best punjabi food around.”

“This is by far the best Indian food in the area! Friendly, delicious, and speedy?”

“Tried this place for the first time today. We shared Amritsar Kulch, Rarra Lamb, and Butter Chicken. It was amazing. I have never had better Indian food in Virginia. This food is worth going out of your way. The service was fantastic. I am definitely going to bring more friends here.”

“True Punjabi dhaba-style food and service. We ordered kadhai paneer, dal tadka, naan, and chicken biryani. Everything tasted just perfect!”

“authentic indian food, everything was full of flavor and tasted perfect!”

“This is some of the best Indian food I have had in a long time! I was alone for dinner, and they provided a solid recommendation, brought it out almost instantly, and made sure that I was well taken care of.”

“We enjoyed an authentic Amritsari Kulcha with yogurt and chole in Ashburn, Virginia, in Mehfil Indian Restaurant. The service was amazing by Mr. Brar. All the dishes we ordered were tasty. We highly recommend that someone is looking for authentic Punjabi food.”

“Punjabi/Indian food in Northern Virginia — we’ve been here so many times, and the quality and taste are par excellence. I can’t get enough of their Amritsari Kulcha and white makhan; it is hands down the best! The cherry on top is that their menu is Halal. I have to add that the owners are absolutely welcoming and kind.”

“This is likely the best Indian food that I’ve ever had.”

“AUTHENTIC NORTH INDIAN. They will make it spicy for the spicy lovers 👍”

“This is some of the best Indian food in the area. You won't be disappointed for sure.”

“The food was just delicious... Amritsari Kulcha actually transported us to Amritsar. Had the pleasure of meeting the chef and she is the sweetest lady ever. ❣️ If you are craving North Indian food, this place is worth the visit .”

“Had the rogan gosh goat and mango lassi! Both were fantastic!”

“Authentic Punjabi food in the area. The Amritsar onion Kulcha, Paneer Tikka, tandoori Chiken and the home made Malai were so yummy .”

“Wonderful hidden gem in Sterling for authentic Punjabi food. We had to try their famous amritsari kulcha and the owner kindly recommended the lamb raar which is like a minced meat (keema). Of course we also got the chicken biryani. Large portions so be prepared to take leftovers! The real deal if you want authentic cuisine.”

“Hands down the best Punjabi restaurant food I’ve had in the DC metro area — ever. Try the tikka, aloo paratha and biryani and mango lassi.”

“A must stop for Amritsari Kulcha. Best ever Punjabi food.”

“Recently, I went for dinner with my family the 2nd time. The food is absolutely Punjabi style - with full authentic taste as well as atmosphere at the restaurant. If someone wants to be in ‘India’ or missing it, they must visit as the owner - Mr. Meherban is very welcoming and down to earth. They take care of you as if we visited their house. Moreover, the best part is you will feel as if you are at home in India. Thank you.”