Mela Indian Restaurant

Indian Restaurants in Asheville, North Carolina

4.3 (2,348)

CategoryIndian Restaurants Β· Buffet restaurant, Caterer, Restaurant
Address70 N Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
StreetNorth Lexington Avenue
AreaAsheville, North Carolina
Phone(828) 225-8880
Google rating 4.3 (2,348)

Hours

Monday11:30 am–9 pm
Tuesday11:30 am–9 pm
Wednesday11:30 am–9 pm
Thursday11:30 am–9 pm
Friday11:30 am–9 pm
Saturday11:30 am–9 pm
Sunday11:30 am–9 pm

About Mela Indian Restaurant

Mela Indian restaurant is a multi-concept hospitality company dedicated to delivering exceptional Indian cuisine and memorable dining experiences. Our team brings over 15 years of culinary and operational expertise, managing full-service restaurants, catering programs, and special events. We focus on authentic flavors, efficient operations, staff training, and guest satisfaction. Our businessesβ€”including Mela Indian Restaurant have established reputations for quality food, reliable service, and consistent growth. We continue to expand by identifying new locations, improving operations, and building long-term partnerships in the

Mela Indian Restaurant is an indian restaurant in Asheville, North Carolina. It is listed at 70 N Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, which places it among the local businesses of Asheville that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by. Google also lists it under buffet restaurant, caterer, restaurant, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.

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Hours are published for 7 days a week. On most of those days it is open 11:30 am–9 pm. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach Mela Indian Restaurant at (828) 225-8880; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, melaasheville.com.

Customers rate it 4.3 out of 5 on Google across 2,348 reviews, placing it among the better-regarded indian restaurants in Asheville.

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Kate Weaver a month ago

When we travel to Asheville, this is always our first stop. The lunch buffet is incredible. Very affordable price (with discounts on certain weekdays) and amazing selection of vegan, vegetarian and some chicken dishes. Easy to stay away from meat if a vegetarian and everything that's vegan is clearly labeled. The food is obviously made with love and care. Highly recommend!

Jim Wagner a month ago

Mela is one of the things I look forward to and cherish the most when visiting Asheville. The food is incredible, the staff is friendly and always offering to let me try something new, and the atmosphere is unique among Indian restaurants that I've visited. I have so far only ordered the makhani (butter) chicken and garlic naan. They offer 5 different spice levels, my preference has been the Indian Medium spice level which was not overbearingly hot. Every time I have visited the meal was superb; tender chicken, perfectly done rice, and delectable naan bread. They complement each other really well. The staff are very friendly and happy to engage in conversation or offer a sample drink they are looking for feedback on. During my last visit the complimentary offer was their Indian Chai Tea. It was creamy and sweet and delicious. The atmosphere is unique among Indian restaurants I've been to in the US and abroad. Most have been brightly lit with white walls and sparse decor. Mela is different. The wooden bar and carved wooden shelves make Mela feel warm and inviting rather than clinical and harsh. There is always some interesting Indian pop music playing in the background, but not t

Christian Gonzalez 2 months ago

I had the Salmon Tikka and Garlic Naan. It was very delicious, some of the best Salmon I have had. The garlic naan was so good. I would recommend and come again. The service was a little slow but it was not bad.

Jason Patton 3 months ago

Easily one of the best meals that we had on our long weekend trip to Asheville. My wife got her β€œstandard” order of butter chicken and I normally get the chicken saag but I wanted to try something new and the waiter suggested the Murgh Malai Chicken and it was absolutely incredible! I have found my new go-to dish!

matt irvine 4 months ago

The food and atmosphere here are great! I had the lamb shank per our servers recommendation. It was so good. The only challenge we faced was finishing all of the delicious food. Chutney platter, samosas, naan, all were so good. Mustafa helped us find what we would enjoy on the menu and shared a bit about the way their restaurant impacts the community.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Mela Indian Restaurant located?

Mela Indian Restaurant is at 70 N Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, in Asheville, North Carolina. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Mela Indian Restaurant?

Mela Indian Restaurant is listed as an indian restaurant and is also tagged on Google as buffet restaurant, caterer, restaurant.

What are the hours of Mela Indian Restaurant?

Published hours are Monday: 11:30 am–9 pm; Tuesday: 11:30 am–9 pm; Wednesday: 11:30 am–9 pm; Thursday: 11:30 am–9 pm; Friday: 11:30 am–9 pm; Saturday: 11:30 am–9 pm; Sunday: 11:30 am–9 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Mela Indian Restaurant open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 11:30 am–9 pm.

What is the phone number of Mela Indian Restaurant?

You can call Mela Indian Restaurant at (828) 225-8880.

How is Mela Indian Restaurant rated on Google?

Mela Indian Restaurant has a Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 2,348 reviews.

Does Mela Indian Restaurant have a website?

Yes, the website of Mela Indian Restaurant is melaasheville.com (linked on this page).

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