One of the things that I like best about the Bombay Grill at Bee Caves and Walsh Tarlton in Westlake is that it's the sister restaurant of The Star of India: or to put it more precisely, the daughter restaurant. Owned by Vir Sing's daughter Liahka, the DNA has obviously been beneficial: because the girl's restaurant, like her dad's place, is darned good.

The beautiful thing about a restaurant like the Bombay Grill is that it pleases either the vegan or the carnivore. And what's more, there's a buffet each weekday lunch and on weekend nights as well.

You have to try the Vegetable Samosas. They are just about he cutest and tastiest little empanadas you could imagine. And the Veggie Pakora is a crispy, crunch pea-laden amalgam of good taste. Another favorite is the Aloo Tiki which are little dumplings made of potato, cheese and jalapenos. These are almost impossible to stop eating.

There are a number of entrees that I really enjoy at the Bombay Grill. The Mushroom Matar is a delightfully creamy dish filled with mushrooms, peas, spices and a creamy orange sauce. This is a dish that almost demands some Aloo-Paratha bread. The Chicken Curry is also a perennial favorite for me. In fact, if curries are not your thing, the Bombay Grill is really not for you. And they do a delicious red curry here with the chicken. Still another favorite is the Lamb meatballs. No offense to my Italian friends, but these are off the charts Done is a creamy butter sauce, the lamb has a very mellow flavor while still maintaining that characteristic kick. And the Saag Paneer: well, I can't recall the last time I went to Bombay Grill without ordering this dish. The home-made white cheese mixed with a fresh creamed spinach is simply one of those dishes that you must try: words cannot do it justice.

We like to finish with either a Tandori Chicken or Shrimp. The tandoor is this amazing Indian oven that cooks at incredibly high temperatures. The meats and shellfish are seared and the flavor is then sealed in. Served hissing and crackling in a cast-iron skillet with peppers and onions, the flavors here burst out at first bite.

Finish with a mango-yogurt cocktail or a Kingfisher beer and another great Bombay Grill meal has been served up to a discerning diner. And I'll tell you frankly, as good as it is, this place could use more dinner business. I hope to see you there some night this week, or any week.

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