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Good taste

Good food.

It was good

Good place to eat

Decent food and buffet

Curries are ok ok

Ok

Great food!

Awesome food!

Excellent test of India

Great food and service

Good ambience, good food

It was decillious food here

Very good ambience and good.

Good vegetarian/vegan food.

Nice and decent place. Worth it

Good food

Good food

Good food, good service.

Good food

Lunch buffet was great!!

Good food

Good food and friendly environment

veg biryani can be more fresh!!!!!!

Awesome Indian buffet Tampa.

Good one

Good food

Good Buffet .. great varieties..

Extra spicy food, but delicius

Good food with lots of varieties!!

Nice place. Very authentic.

Food was great, service was great!

Clean good Indian food with daily buffet

Nice place and ambience..different experience..

Good food, better Mango Lassi!

We loved the buffet and service

It was ok for this type of cuisine

Had nice Buffet after longtime..

Food is good, atmosphere is meh

Good ambience with decent Indian cuisine

They have various options, that is why I prefer Minerva.

Good food and number of options in the buffet

Good food,staff and environment. Must try.

Good for people looking for indian food in that area

Decent dosas and attentive staff.

Service was quick,food delivered hot. & to individual specs

The food is very good but very expensive for what you get.

Indian Food...Not very spicy a bit bland but not bad.

Good

Great Indian restaurant that you can count on while you are in Tampa.

Buffet was ok, Not that spicy...But overall ok

Good foood n no of items are high

Nice ambience, economical Indian food.

Great food, did take a while to come out

Decent buffet; didn't experience the staleness when I went.

Good place to have Indian lunch buffet.

One of the better restaurants around north tampa for Indian food

Mutton(goat) kheema and kadai was really nice..

Buffet is very good . Nice options for both veg and non veg .

Food was good but the wait was a little longer than stated.0

Great ambience. Nice people and authentic andhra food. I love it.

Nice spot with great options. Their buffet is great.

Tried egg biryani, looks authentic.

Food is good Service great Quality is great Price is fair

Nicely decorated and friendly service. Extensive menu with lots of vegetarian selections.

Good bar-fare, nice staff at night. Nice place to get a beer, some food and just hang.

Typically food is awesome. Service is never good.

Decent food. Very good catering service for parties.

They didn't seem very knowledgeable or communicative of their menu

Very inconsistent. Sometimes we love it. Other times it's just mediocre.

Had a best conversation with chef Ramana sir ?? & had a excellent chicken chettinad... Same like hyd taste

Not bad. It's not loud and irritating, decent booth seating. Ple as ant staff, good food.

Good restaurant, fast service, good taste, cut Mirchi was good, manchow soup had good black pepper taste ??

Looking for Indian cuisine in Tampa, begin from here. Thanks!

Food was nice and fresh. I enjoyed samosa chaat very much!!

Excellent food! Sometimes a short wait when picking up an order.

Nice and clean place. friendly people work there. I saw not only indian there but also so people from other countries!!!

Butter chicken was good. Service was fast. Nice staff.

Got in on end of lunch hour. Selection a little slight, but of good quality. Service very good.

Good buffet with a tasty food. Evrything is spicy though.

Amazing Indian food especially if you are vegetarian

Good buffet with large choice of dishes. They have increased the price though

Good food,Nice people.Good for vegetarian people ,Keeping separate food.Please add some kadhipakoda.

Service was excellent food was authentic tasteful, atmosphere was soothing and peaceful.

First time visiting the buffet good food at a good price. Would highly recommend.

Good food with variety. Hot naans are served on the table. Mini sodas are amazing.

Great food, do not order spicy unless you are a regular and have built up to it!

I like it here, excellent food & service. Staff treated us so kindly.

Great food, affordable, and even includes soft drinks, coconut water, and awesome butter chicken.

The food is amazing...service a little slow but we weren't in a big hurry....but the food worth it!

I love their food, I just wish every meal was served with nan.

Great food. A bit expensive depending on what you order but still very good.

Good Indian food with decent service. The ice tea was too sweet but that's a minor complaint.

This is really good food. Staff is very courteous. Nons and dosa served at your table.

Very good food. Very nice people. Very clean. Love it here!

Food was outstanding, will be back for sure, only thing the waitress didn't speak or understand English very well but other than that it was a good experience.

We enjoyed the buffet, good variety for both veg and non veg. Highly recommend

Good food. Buffet. Big menu.

Overall good experience. Paneer is frozen so you may avoid it if you dont like it.

I'm an Uber Eats driver and I only picked up food from this restaurant very friendly nice atmosphere. One day I'll get to eat there.

Kheema Biryani, Chicken 555, and Soup was good. Tandoori items were kind of ok.

Good selection, no chicken tikka masala during our lunch buffet visit (tofu), but the butter chicken was really good.

Great tasting food for a good price. Service is a bit slow but the restaurant was fairly busy.

Awesome good portion

A favorite of ours. Great Staples and unique alternatives. A little spicy and you can customize your spice level.

We went for the lunch time buffet and found the food good and tasty. They now include unlimited soda and beer with the buffet price

Good place many varieties

The food was good. The service was fast and friendly. The pricing was inexpensive. Definitely a good spot for Indian food.

One thing i like about here is the free mango lassi. Good food. Lot of options in the buffet for veg and non veg. Their gulab jamun is amazing

Good option for Indian food. Food is tasty, portions are generous, only lost one star for being a bit pricey for what you get.

Dum Biriyani was good, didn’t like the goat curry much, but overall good experience.

Had the lunch buffet. Wide range of food items to choose from. Loved the goat curry, Paneer butter masala, dosa and the chicken biryani. Very reasonable price for a buffet.

Food is okay here. Not super exciting but comparatively better than other restaurants. L

The food is very good! The service is quite slow. The best time to go is when they're offering the buffet ... at lunch.

Buffet offered vegan and non vegan entrees the food was very good in flavor , a little spicy and the cilantro rice was an excellent dish

Great food, reasonable price for lunch buffet. Wide variety of vegetarian options. Would recommend giving them a try.

Great place for lunch buffet in town.. Have been to couple of other indian places and none beats Minerva.. Staff is very courteous and respectful. This is my goto place evry weekend for lunch .. The food is good with decent varieties of choices.. Highly recommended

The food is so good. The staff give it to ous excellent service. Paneer chilly is very testy.the restaurant is so clean and nice. We enjoy food lots.

Just ate at this resturant it was amazing my bf has never had Indian food before and he loved it...the floors could be cleaner also the roof was dripping there was a small puddle by our booth

Best Indian food and service in Tampa! Always accommodates the large groups I often come in with. I love this place and recommend it to everyone.

Really tasty food. First time eating Indian cuisine and enjoyed the dining experience. I enjoy dessert and the rice pudding & fruit salad were amazing

Was really impressed with the spread of items in their afternoon buffet. The number and diversity of items in their menu is perhaps best in the neighboring Tampa area. Probably will go back soon.

They need to work on consistency. Sometimes the food is delicious and perfect texture, and sometimes it very runny or thick and taste a bit different.

It was very good, but there were couple things that caused me to give it a 4. Their Raita is delicious!! We dined at the restaurant.

It was above average but I have had better. Waited a bit to get seated. There was no a.c. so it was pretty uncomfortable. Staff were attentive and very pleasant.

Great food. A bit expensive depending on what you order but still very good place to get Indian food. Ambience is really good.

It curry chicken was very good

It was a friendly family atmosphere. Being a little picky, the floor by the bathrooms were very slippery. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone.

I told them that tea is not fresh , they made fresh pot . We also stop this place for lunch or dinner , when we pass through Tampa back to Sarasota.great service

This place never disappoints when it comes to the food. simply amazing. the only area that needs some work is the interior cleaning. its really not up to what most people would like to see, but that's an easy fix.

Friendly staff and delicious food! The staff at this restaurant were so friendly and welcoming, and the food was absolutely delicious. I can't wait to come back!

Great place to hog foood on a weekend. Went with my friends after a football game and we were staaaaaaarving. Comparatively more options than other buffers, mainly in desserts. Chicken tandoori could be better. Would definitely recommend if you are food hogger! :)

First time having it was through Uber eats so we stopped in for a pick up. I love it for a different choice of rather than the same old thing. Curry goat, their basmati rice, spicy ground lamb, samosas, all delicious!

I recently visited this restaurant and it is really good and value for money, I don't know the person's name who was sitting in the cashier's place, he is a pro at convincing the customers. I will be back to this restaurant.

Our food and experience were just fine. The food was good and a great value. Take out seemed to be slow and there were some problems due to lack of enough staff. Those working were doing their best. Shame on the loud folks who chose to be ugly about the situation.

Good buffet. Lots of variety and good service

Visited the restaurant for the first time and we ordered 1. Vegetable samosa - there were four pieces in a plate. These were crispy from outside and filled with the right amount of potatoes and peas. It was a little bit spicy for us(blended with green chili paste), but it tasted delicious 2. Veggie Hakka noodles- the noodles were soft and perfectly cooked. Perfect balance of spices, but it was little too much oil. I am pretty sure we can customize this by asking for less oil. Other than that it was great 3. Vegetable Biryani - the rice was good, but I cannot buy that it is a “ Hyderabadi dum biryani.” There was too much ghee and a lot of curry leaves( I have never seen curry leaves in Hyderabadi biryani). It can sell for “ghee rice or puloa.” The taste was good if it is marketed as puloa. The ambiance is good, but it is a little warmer. We asked for AC temperature to be reduced, but there was not much change Service is slow, but there was only one guy who was running through other three tables, I visited a weekday, maybe that is the reason they had limited staff The portions are huge and are more than enough for two people. Complimentary papad and chutneys were perfect. The papad is fried in the oil instead of a roast.

Good Ambience and loved the food!

This is a very good Indian restaurant in this area. I ordered Kadhayi Paneer & matar paneer with Garlic naan and chilli naan. The dish came with peas rice. Both the dishes were delicious and amount was perfect for two people. Ambiance was nice. Decent size restaurant. I don’t live here, but if I come again I’ll visit again.

Excellent array of choices and every dish we ordered was delicious. We went for lunch and were surprised they had a buffet. We opted for ordering off the menu since we wanted to take home the leftovers. Prices were reasonable and generous quantity. We will be back .

We had a buffet and had a great experience with a basic variety of veg and non veg options .. We don't find seafood in the buffet. They had a Indian beer in their buffet. King fisher, Taj mahal, etc... I really liked the veg pakoras, chilli idly, Gobi Manchurian, noodles.

Had the buffet here. The food was good. Desserts were nice. Their service is prompt and staff is friendly.

I ordered chicken dum biriyani,samosas and chicken 65. Everything was made well. I felt like I got my money's worth. Thank you Minerva for making me want to take more servings than I usually do. And the complimentary ladoo (a round indian sweet) made my son very happy.

Clean dining. environment and very nice service. Buffet style Indian dishes. Foods are delicious. They will serve indian bread besides the dishes you take from buffet bar and you can refill if you want. Curry are not too spicy if you can't eat too spicy foods. Actually they have marked basic flavors for some dishes so you can know if it's spicy or sweet. I think they provide very nice Indian foods because when I enjoy lunch there, many Indian customers came in for lunch too.

Ordered food delivered from Minerva, so review is based on food not the atmosphere of the restaurant. I'm not an expert on Indian food, but I can say that I did enjoy it. The Tandoori Chicken was delicious. The Tikka Misala was filling but not particularly flavorful. It had the desired amount of spiciness, but not much flavor. I liked all the sauces that came with the meal, which is something I don't believe all Indian restaurants would provide. I was especially a fan of how everything was packaged. You can tell there was some care in making sure the food did not spill or lose its presentation. Certainly worth visiting Minerva's again.

Delicious Indian flavors and good selection on lunch and dinner buffet. Off menu items are excellent as well

Extensive menu, very reasonably priced with large portions. Happy hour prices for domestic and some imported beers $1. Most importantly, the food was delicious.

I ordered the garlic naan, vegetable samosas and butter chicken here to go. It was not terrible but would not say the best I've ever had. The butter chicken is good, more salty and spicier than other ones I've had. I ordered the mild butter chicken and this was a little spicy for me and I like spicy. If you enjoy more spicy butter chicken, then this is the place but I enjoy the more sweet version. So for The rice mild it down, it comes with green sauce which is not spicy. It is comparable in price with most Indian places that I've been to.

The food is indian cuisine so you can expect it to go in hot and come out hot?? but besides that its really and flavorful. The service is very nice as always. The atmosphere has improved to be more indian style which makes it more unique. the only problem is that some of the food im not familiar with so I don't know how to eat it but it's not to much of a problem. My favorite was the butter chicken with naan

This is a terrific Indian restaurant that offers a wide variety of authentic food from north and south India. The prices are extremely reasonable and the food was delicious. The service was mediocre as I had to ask at least twice for everything that our table requested. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.

This is the first time we had dinner there. Food was awesome. We have ordered chicken biryani, lamb curry, veg Manchuria, Fish fry, Garlic Naan, Butter Naan, drinks and Mango lassi. Except Manchuria everything was super good. Service was really great. Prices were reasonable. There is lot of space for Parking. Will try again soon.

We ordered a chicken sweetcorn soup and they gave us soup with just vegetables. We again asked them, they said they will modify our soup. The food was very spicy. They need to ask the customers on the basis of their spice tolerance whether they want medium or mild etc… Overall was good, enjoyed the kheer (rice pudding).

The food is awesome.. check fry was so good, chicken kebab need little bit spicy. The main thing is sweet mango chutney. It's so tasty worth for the money. I tasted all food without wasting a piece

Good buffet - full paisa wasool. Weekend price is $20.37 with taxes and weekday something around 16ish. Service is prompt. High weeknd price was justified by the spread. However, the Butter chicken, paneer and dahi wada seemed to be prepared a day or two before and were not fresh. Rest all items are top notch. I did not had high hopes with these items honestly since I was mainly there for biryani and tandoori items. Did not feel that the owner would have listened to us on the issue since it was crowded and we did not wanted to be attention seekers though the hosts appeared welcoming. I would not mind visiting again if given a chance. I will post another review in a couple of weeks after taking my US team for lunch there. Fun fact - more than desis, you find the locals eating here and I felt that they frequented the restaurant. They serve chai in buffet which I have never seen back in India in any buffet. The chai felt refreshing, I had it towards the end before leaving the restaurant.

Food was food, service was very attentive. We will definitely go back. This may sound a bit harsh but in the service industry interactions matter. I'd suggest the staff to have a little more enthusiasm, they seemed very nice though, maybe just tired. Gobi Manchurian was excellent.

This was my first adventure in the realm of Indian food. Everything I tried was delicious and I would definitely return. My only suggestion for the buffet would be a small explanation of what the different sauces or chutneys are used for and the best way to pair them. I didn't know what to do with them, so I didn't get any. Also, as beautiful and themed as the entrance is, I felt claustrophobic waiting to be seated because of how enclosed it is. Overall wide variety of choices and great food. No fountain drinks, only canned sodas. Beer for additional low cost ($1 each).

When we had food at parties it tasted very good. And our first visit to restaurant was good experience too. But recently we went on Friday evening, I dont no why, the food was not at all good. They gave complimentary papad with chutney, felt like papad fried days ago, it was not fresh at all and bad smell coming too. Curry was also nt great.

Nice indian restaurant. The biryanis are great and the food is fresh. So far, I have visited the place over 5 times and food is consistent. Their desserts are pretty great as well (best falooda and priced great). Unlike a lot of other places, they do adjust spice levels pretty well if asked. Only negative would be that the chicken/mutton appetizers are not as flavorful but fish was great.

Minerva is my default go to place for Indian food. I love the spread and the general ambience of the hotel

Very decent, fair and delicious Indian food restaurant with lunch buffet as an option (very few doing it). Not a fancy place, but a simple, clean and open space type of restaurant. Family owned and operated. Service gets slower when house is full as Sunday’s lunch time, but owners try their best to make it up for customers. Buffet is not huge but has many different Indian food options ranging from 100% vegetarian to fish, chicken and goat to cater to all dinners. It also has included in the buffet a few Indian dessert options. Fruit salad with mango sauce is the best. Price is fair and it has a small variety of drinks including soda cans. I have been there many times but today was special occasion with foreign visitors trying Indian food for first time. Everyone loved it. Strongly recommend this place when in the area.

Tasty food and even left us a suprise dessert in the bag. Just wish I knew I just had to grab my takeout when I got there, instead of waiting for someone to help me. But that could have been my fault, idk, food is tasty

Really good goat curry. The goat biriyani was decent, there could have been a higher level of spiciness to it and less star anise. Good mango lassi also but the butter chicken needed a bit more creamy flavor, not bad at all but just not as rich as I've grown accustomed to. This was the buffet that I tried for the first time and it was good overall. The made to order dishes may probably have more flexibility for spice level since the buffet is made more to please more palettes. Overall a solid B if I had to give a grade.

Terrific buffet with lots of tasty options and a good selection of Indian beer.

They have a nice customer service and food taste good

Pretty good food, pretty expensive.

Had a good variety of options for lunch buffet on Friday. Chicken 65, chicken korma and chinese noodles were good. They also provide disposable gloves considering covid.

Well, I tried this new app(TooGoodToGo) to buy some food that places will throw out. Minerva was my first order. Paid like $12(discounted price) for a hefty meal that fed both me and my husband with leftovers. Quantity was hefty, food is very flavorful, and it being from India of course you get heat ?? ?? Our 1st time trying this foreign food. ?? My husband LOVED it.

Good flavors, awesome menu, lacking in the paneer naan, might be me but I need alot more cheese, prices are reasonable, totally worth an try. Lamb tiki masala was tender and saucey.

The food is delicious at this Indian restaurant. We went in on the Tueaday before Hurricane Milton hit..and there were few customers, understandably. We were very promptly greeted and escorted to a table and asked if we wanted to partake the buffet. I was pleasantly surprised about this. Many Indian restaurants have limited their buffets to the weekend, but not them. They have a myriad of choices, with vegetarian dishes on on half and dishes with meats on the other, all clearly labeled. Canned beverages are also all you can drink. It was a little bit on the humidi side in the restaurant, as if there was no A/C being run, but nothing too unbearable. Meal was about $18.95 per person.

The food was great the service was exceptional but there weren't a lot of people I wonder why go they reason I give 3 atmosphere and 4 star total

Indulge yourselves in a mouthwatering Indian buffet with tantalizing freshness & this culinary landscape brings you an exquisite array of flavors & spices . Excellent vegetarian options & beverage included .

Good variety of food offered on the lunch buffet. The food was flavorful and the service was prompt. This was my first visit, but it won't be my last. This is located in the shopping plaza w/ Publix at Cross Creek and Bruce B Downs Blvd. If you like Indian cuisine, give it a try- you will not be disappointed.

Really enjoyed the food here on a recent Saturday night, especially the tandoori chicken. The dining room’s ambiance leaves a little to be desired though. Their food app delivery business is prolific and the dining room has become a waiting room area for UberEats and Grubhub drivers. Many of whom were loudly complaining about the wait times and arguing with the restaurant staff.

I have hardly any complaints. The food varies and is delicious. Water was consistently filled. If the plates were hot so the food didn’t cool down on the plate too quick, I believe this would be the perfect spot, more than it already is.

Food was very delicious. Good variety of different foods. Cooked well. Very flavorful. Lunch Buffett was very very good. Service was good, everyone was polite. Clean and comfortable atmosphere.

The food was very tasty, and nice and spicy. The service was really nice despite the fact that there were many pick up orders coming in. I was checked on multiple times to see if i needed anything else. The prices were very reasonable and portion sizes were great. Very pleased with my first time here!

This was my first time trying Indian food. Beautiful restaurant and the food was hot, fresh and full of flavor. The butter chicken was very creamy and delightful. Garlic Naan wasn’t overpowering and quite perfect. Will definitely be back.

this place has extremely tasty Indian food honestly probably the best ever i have gotten from a place. the portion sizes are also great it last more than 1 meal. the only reason i am giving 4 stars is because the service, at least for take out, is a little bit off. i called before their lunch break and they said it was ok to order, but when i got there the restaurant looked dead and i had to wait a while for anyone to assist me. even then, they seemed confused and it took a while for them to get me my food. they also forgot silverware. still, their food is really good so i would have to say it is worth it. definitely a little pricey but that is the case with most Indian places. They also gave me a complimentary free dessert of rice pudding which was very nice and tasted good. I like their vegetarian samosas as well.

love their biriyani

I very much enjoyed the delicious taste and authentic Indian flavours The buffet is varied and worth trying The sweets are very delicious Thank you all My second visit to the restaurant Thank God, it was wonderful and delicious ???? Indian dishes and very delicious flavors Thank you all

Lunch buffet was delicious and a good value.

Delicious, flavorful, and varied buffet. Very good naàn. Will be back - a new favorite.

Awesome ambience! Will give the feeling you are in a restaurant in India

Love the food.....perfect taste for each menu.... very good staff and management people. Excellent service

Some of the best Indian food I have ever tried! I usually order butter chicken and my whole body warms up when I eat it!

It’s one of the best Indian restaurants in Tampa. The food is like homemade food. It’s just yummy. And the service is great.

Have been to Minerva just a couple of times but have been very pleased and impressed by their service, the quality and the taste of food and the decor n ambiance of this cozy Indian restaurant...It's definitely my favorite place for some good, tasty food in a relaxed place...

Delicious food and very nice servers

Very tasty Indian food, best in Tampa! Buffet is phenomenal and the staff are very friendly.

Great buffet in my opinion.

Excellent. Truly authentic. Good price. Well made. Good vegetarian food. Very nice staff. Definitely worth the stop. Jai sri Shirdi Saibaba!

I have been coming here every week with my wife. Excellent atmosphere and food. Lovely service. Definitely recommend!

We had a team of more than 20 people. Everyone loved it!! Great food ??Good Service!! Highly recommend!!

Great experience dining out here. Loved the dosas/cholay/ fish and shrimp -- all that we ordered. The chai was awesome too!

Our favorite Indian Cuisine in New Tampa, lunch buffet is a great deal and it's fresh and hot! Bring on the Garlic Naan

Good quality food and variety for buffet. I went to the Thanksgiving party there. Place was clean. Good Indian food not too spicy either

So nice. Chia was so tasty. Food was full of spice, fresh, and aromatic. Minerva is a family favorite.

Good restaurant with approx 15 tables located at prime location in New Tampa Staff is good and polite We get couple of options for Jain food as well Food taste is also good.

The food here is absolutely incredible. We ordered a wide variety and everything we had was delicious!

Good spread of buffet with ample options.. great ambience. Wonderfull service and tasty food

Food was delicious and the service was awesome. Would love to go again. Cashier verbally confirmed meat is Halal.

A must-visit! This restaurant is a must-visit for anyone looking for a great meal. The atmosphere is cozy and the food is amazing.

Great Indian food …love to visit this place again and against

Great place to eat selection changes slightly on the buffet day to day so it's always worth a revisit. Best Indian style food around.

Amazing food, I always come here for the fried rice and samosas. Very consistent, huge portions, super fair price. Yum.

Got some butter chicken and a mango lassi and they were GREAT! Decor was also pretty neat, though I only stopped by to pickup food.

Awesome Service. Food was little spicy but they changed instantly. Will definitely visit again

Good restaurant, service is good and taste is good.

We just had a dinner at Minerva.food was delicious n priced very reasonably.The best was Onion pakora.

It is a nice place to eat out, with a good atmosphere. The staff is kind and the food is good. They have a buffet option as well. I would highly recommend!

Very tasty buffet, clean, and nice atmosphere. Would highly recommend!

Great food, great atmosphere! This restaurant is the perfect place to go for a delicious meal and a great atmosphere. I highly recommend it.

Excellent lunch buffet! A wide variety of dishes and sweets with attentive, pleasant staff. Will come again!

Ate here last night and everything was delicious. Very relaxed dining experience and the prices were fair. Will definitely be back!

We visited this place for lunch buffet on sunday. All the food items are very Tasty. We loved the chilly chicken appetizer and chicken Biryani. Even the desserts were delicious. Love to visit again.

Food is absolutely terrific. Super nice people and overall great place. Just picked up naan and butter chicken. So very good.

We had the food delivered. The food was delicious and nothing was spilled. The delivery driver was great!

Food was delicious and spicy, just the way it should be. We came 20 minutes before closing but they brought more food to our table and the service was very good.

The butter chicken is extremely good.

Delicious in taste and Worth for money.

I was here for the lunch buffet. The food is great, must try vegetable biryani and butter chicken. Very good service, boss man brought extra naan and pancakes for me and my friends.

Absolutely amazing, the food was so flavorful. Our server was very knowledgeable and recommended everything we tried! Will return!!

Great buffet, with good options for vegetarians as well! Desserts were a highlight for me!

If you are looking for good Indian food in the New Tampa area, this restaurant has it all. Fresh, clean and tasty food. Customer service is also great.

Excellent variety of Indian food in the Buffet. Reasonable prices.

We absolutely love Minerva! They have the best Indian food and great prices. My personal favorite is the butter chicken and garlic naan. Yummmm! ??

service is always excellent even when they have a full house. bring your appetite because portions are large. food is similar to a cafe in portland i liked.

The food was very good, the server was very nice, & they didn't mind that we hung out way past the time we had finished eating. I will definitely be coming back.

We had the Butter Chickenand Chicken Tikki Marsala. Garlic Naan. Lamb samosas. Food was amazing and service was wonderful. Will definitely come back again.

Great Indian place! Probably my favorite Indian place so far. Here they have the thick Indian curry. Don't be deceived by the small pot. Highly recommended

Great food and good hospitality!

Food was delicious, many options in their lunch buffet that also include a soda or beer with the price. Price was good. Clean place.

First time trying Indian food and this place did not disappoint. I ordered through DoorDash, the portions were generous for the price, and food was still hot upon arrival.

Finally found an Indian buffet with my favorite goat curry. Great place and good services. The chili chicken and curry goat are my favorite. The mango juice is also recommended.

I ordered the butter chicken thru uber eats and let me tell you it was just wonderful. So flavorful, satisfying and reasonably priced. Now that I've tasted ill certainly be back for more. Thank you ??

This Indian restaurant is one of the best I've been to for a long time and it's still one of my go to restaurants. It has great variety if foods and has a buffet at certain times. I LOVE THIS PLACE

The food was outstanding, and the service was great, as well! There were so many delicious vegetarian options. We definitely will become regulars at this restaurant!

had a buffet lunch with my friend, great quality food and the selection of the buffet was huge. can't say I could have wanted anything more. Staff was pretty friendly and I definitely recommend to anyone looking for a good price buffet for authentic indian

Biryani is delicious. Everything is made fresh

I went for the lunch buffet today and the food was amazing! This is my new favorite Indian restaurant! Friendly service, clean restaurant and they bring hot dosa and naan to your table. Definitely coming back.

Big supporter of Tabla in the past. Something changed over there. Buddy told me to give Minerva a shot. Wish I would have way before. Quality of food much better! Will def be back. Enjoyed just as much as Curry Leaves in S Tampa.

Best Indian food in the whole of North Tampa, New Tampa, and Wesley Chapel. Wide variety to choose from. Goat and Chicken Masala always present for lunch buffet. Great service as well.

Visited this restaurant for the first time last week and I can say the food is very delicious. I loved their chili chicken , biryani and nan.. kadai paneer was ok not as I expected but overall a good experience. Pls maintain this quality. Definitely will visit again.

Their buffet lunch is always very fresh and home cooked tasting, flavorful and with lots of variety in the dishes. Atmosphere is nice and quiet and service is prompt and friendly.

Amazing Indian food in New tampa area.India has a vast culture. Every regions food (same dish) might taste different. A huge shout out to the owner Mr.Venkat, who every time fills me up with Northern indian flavors.. .and with requested spice level... Must try the indian beers, if u r a beer fan... Soon our cricket team and friends will be there.. Thanks again......

Excellent indian food. One of the few restaurants in tampa to serve good indian food. I had lunch buffet and every dish was perfect. They did not leave any room for complaint. I mostly ate non veg but my friend ate vegetarian and he mentioned that veg food was really tasty. I would definitely reccommend this place and will be returning soon.

Went for the Lunch buffet and it was delicious!! Great service, great food and very friendly. Definitely recommend coming.

The service was really great. We did buffet to go. Everything looked fresh. They have a wide variety of dishes to choose from. They gave us fresh naan as well!

Incredible dining experience! The presentation of the food was beautiful, and the flavors were out of this world. I can't wait to come back!

Easily the best authentic Indian food you can get in Wesley chapel/New Tampa area!! The chicken Tikka masala and the lamb samosas are my favorite. Give them a try you won't regret it!

Great staff and reasonable prices. One of most favorite places to eat near Tampa. The Naan is also so good! I recommend the butter garlic ????

Dinner at Minerva isn’t complete without their mango lassi. It’s refreshing and delicious.

For breakfast, the masala dosa is a great choice. It's crispy and filled with tasty potato masala.

The food is lovely, taste and smell mouth watering. If you want to eat authentic Indian food and delicacies this is the place. Owner and staff are awesome loved the place. I would wish to give 7 star to it overall!

1st time here, staff is friendly, the decor and atmosphere is beautifully done and the food is excellent! I highly recommend this place if you like Indian cuisine like I do. I will come back.

I wish I could give 6 stars. Polite host who took care of everything. They were ready to go above and beyond even with a buffet serve.Taste was authentic and every single dish was worth a try. Very extended breakfast buffet. Must to go place.

Fantastic food and great vegan options that are clearly marked.

We went to the buffet and it was amazing. I loved everything about it down to the smallest detail; not only did they have delicious food, but I also appreciated how they set out free soft drinks and mango drinks! They also had a lot of variety from naan and sabzi to sambar, idli, and dosa. Also, Minerva is the only restaurant that we found in Tampa that serves dosa in lunch. Lastly, the owner was very kind and went out of his way to ensure we got what we wanted. We will definitely be coming back!

Ate here with our 2 kids. They loved the butter chicken and the gulab jamun. Pop is included in the lunch buffet. Very good and employees were very nice and attentive. Definitely recommend!

There's great food and wonderful service. If you ask for something that they're out of they will make it fresh.

Chose this on a whim instead of grabbing a burger, and it was definitely worth it! Ordered the Chicken Tikki Masala and Chicken Spinach both hot and they were great. Just the right amount of spiciness where you can still enjoy the food.

Great taste, authentic Indian food. Our server Sai provided good service during understaffed hours on new years day.

Great tasting Indian cuisine! The place is pleasing and the food is very delicious! The lunch buffet has good variety and the dinner servings are good for at least 2 people. I love it!

Absolutely tasty food, splendid service, nice and neat place!

Absolutely delicious every time! TONS of food. Only wish there was a way to get half orders so we don’t waste leftovers. Well worth it though!

Went there for dinner last night and it was absolutely amazing from the decor to the service! Ordered tikka masala and a crepe stuffed with potatoes and they were both so delicious! At the end I got a complementary dessert sample and also a $5 off coupon to use next time! So good!

Wow. You mean a buffet exist where everything taste of quality?! Yes! I love this place, but be aware that the buffet is NOT for those with sensitive palates. It's all spicy from the curry goat to the chicken marsala. #YumHaven

Minerva Indian Restaurant is a culinary gem, offering a rich tapestry of Indian flavors; the attention to detail in both taste and presentation is commendable.

Fantastic food and service! From the moment we walked in, we were treated like royalty. The staff was attentive and the food was some of the best I've ever had.

One of the best places to get food from as a vegan. Great taste, smell, and the quality of the food is always top notch. The prices and portions are good and the food is hot and packaged well for pickup.

I absolutely love this restaurant. I have dined in and ordered take out, and no problem. This isn’t a fast food joint so the wait is a bit long. The food is always absolutely delicious and fresh.

Great variety on tasty buffet at lunch, delicious goat. Clean comfortable atmosphere, friendly very helpful staff. Can't wait to return. Not far from USF campus & FL Orthopedic Institute on Fletcher. We plan our visits to Tampa around their hours of operation. We travel from South Lakeland

Best Indian place in North Tampa Area. Has variety of Indian dishes with close to authentic taste. The people there are courteous and friendly. The atmosphere is suitable for family .Would definitely recommend the place to anyone in New Tampa

It was great experience. There were five parties visited and had a good experience. The food was very good and the environment was welcoming. The manager - Venkat, was very supportive on our special requests.

Great food. Great service. Great prices.

Food is good, staff are nice and attentive. The buffet has a wide selection, and the prices overall are very reasonable. Maybe it isn't the best I've ever had, but it's still very good and I've already been there twice and plan to go again soon.

Visited the place twice in 2 weeks and was very happy with their buffet : great selections, tasty meals, authentic, flavorful in great variety. Very interesting and tasty native tea and very helpful caring service. Everything was perfect will go again and again.

Friendly staff, great food, awesome price. Probably the best Indian food in the area. We will be back!

I felt compelled to post a review based on a recent experience. We've been dining here and mostly taking out since they opened. Two days ago we placed an order for pick up and did just that. Unfortunately it was a very humid and rainy night and the order was packed in a sturdy brown paper bag. When I got home the bag gave out and most of my order spilled onto my driveway. Fresh hot food and wet humid Florida nights in paper bags don't work well together. It was 15 minutes to close and we called the restaurant. No answer BUT the owner called me back 10 seconds later (immediately) wondering if we were trying to contact him. I explained the situation and he completely emphasized with me and without hesitation told me he would RE-DO the WHOLE order. I told him we lost 2 of 3 of the main entrees and the rice, naan and roti were fine; not a complete loss. We just hoped to replace the Lamb Rogan Josh and the Chicken Jal Frazi. He insisted on preparing the whole order again and was extremely apologetic. I returned and apologized because i felt maybe i should have been a little more careful considering the weather. He assured me everything was absolutely fine and that my completely newly prepared order would be ready in a minute. I even offered to pay for what i didn't lose and which he duplicated. These things cost a restaurant money - I've been a restaurant manager and a Food and Beverage Director working the biz my whole life -so i know. He refused any additional payment. I share because i care for businesses that just get it right. Minerva has earned my continued patronage because not only is their food great but their customer service is top notch. I highly recommend!

Great food would highly recommend!!

A friend and I ate here the other evening after he had recommended it previously. It did not disappoint. The food was great - very good flavors and good portion sizes

Best restaurant in Tampa Bay. The service is impeccable and the manager makes sure you are satisfied. The food is delicious! Best chicken tikka in Florida.

THE FOOD IS SPECTACULAR!!!! Their menu is a mile long! Everything I have ordered so far has been amazing! Order the Tikka chicken as it is baked in a clay oven, the coconut rice is an amazing flavorful spin on regular rice, the desert wrapped in a leaf full of sweet spices is unlike anything I have ever tasted. The coconut Naan bread is to die for. Stop ordering butter chicken and try something new here, you won't be disappointed. ! Haha

Great lunch buffet Comes with drinks

Loved it, had a good time and enjoyed the pepper chicken appetizer most of all

Great lunch buffet with lots of items. Drinks are included! Byrani chicken, butter chicken, tandoori, masala... you name it. Lots of vegetarian options on the buffet as well and awesome desserts like gulob jamun YUM. Friendly staff. Update 2/28/2023 they have raised the lunch price from $13.95 to $16.95. Not sure if I'll be lunching much here at that price.

We love this place! The people who own and work here are super nice! The food is delicious and fresh. We love coming here and eating here! Never had anything here I didn’t love!

By far my favorite Indian cuisine here in Tampa. Really nice place and atmosphere and great staff with excellent service! My husband and I got the butter chicken and the chicken tiki masala and it was absolutely delicious. The chicken in both dishes were so tender. My husband ordered the Haywards 5000 beer, and I'm not a beer person but it was definitely good! Overall the entire service and experience was a great add to tampa. We will definitely be back!

I order the Butter Chicken with Garlic Naan every single time and it’s always soOoOoOo delicious!! It’s my go-to takeout order for when I need something filling and satisfying. I order from them more often than I’d like to admit haha they’re always super friendly and the food is always delivered fresh. I can’t say enough good things about Minerva!

We are absolutely obsessed with everything on their menu. The service is good, the employees have a funny sense of humor but we enjoy it. All of the Curry’s are amazing.

Just finished carry-out lunch and was blown away! My order was chicken manchurian, shrimp masala, & an order of garlic naan. The quality and care is extremely evident in the packaging of an order and the complimentary dessert of the day which was pleasant surprise! Lover of Indian cuisine & believe I just found my new regular spot!

NOTE: I'm updating my review due to SEVERAL visits to this restaurant. I read reviews prior to trying this restaurant. I decided to give them a try. Well the 1st try I had the Minerva Spl Chicken & butter naan. It was delicious! I went to brag about the restaurant to my parents & Uncle, because I liked it so much. 2nd try was the Kadai Chicken & butter naan. That Kadai tasted a bit off. My husband had this particular meal just 2 days before. I tried his & his was great, which made me get it my 2nd visit. Well for some reason my didn't taste the same. I figured it was too much cream or coconut milk or whatever liquid they put in there. The taste was just a little awkward. Just a little. So I finished up my meal thinking it was good, but not great like last time. Tried it a 3rd time & it couldn't been better. I been back at least once a week after that ordering different things to try like the Butter Chicken, Lamb & Goat Kadai, Spanich Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Goat Curry, etc. I REALLY like the food at this restaurant & the service is splendid. The tasty food is what's driving me to go back plus the waiters were so nice, helpful, & amazing. I've been to other Indian restaurants & their attidudes sucked & food was too pricey for the worth! The buffet was addicting. I couldn't stop getting seconds. This is one of my favorite top restaurants so far. Yay Minerva!

Definitely one of the best Indian restaurants in Tampa. I've been to many Indian restaurants in the area and this place sets itself apart. Not only is the food awesome, the staff are very courteous. The atmosphere is very relaxing as well.

This is the first time I have been to this restaurant and it sure won't be the last they have such an extensive menu there's something there for everybody I had an Indian friend with me who has been to most indian restaurants in Tampa in Tampa. However he had never been to this one and this gets his number one grade A Star the food was wonderful the service was outstanding the owner came over and gave each of us a gift card was incredible what we're going to try to do is do their brunch on Saturday sometime can't recommend it enough

The ambience of the restaurant is amazing Staff is really good and helpful I have ordered boneless chicken biryani which is very delicious and mouthwatering. I really enjoyed the food and will be visiting often

Food is cooked delicately. Fish fry is delicious unlike other Indian/South Asian restaurants. Biriyani is good. A very place to try if you want to experience a classic South Asian test.

Went here for dinner tonight for first time ever. The atmosphere and servers were both very nice. Loved the music and decor. Food was overall good but not our favorite Indian restaurant in Tampa - that still goes to Taj. Garlic naan was great tho as well as the paneer pakora. Chicken Tikka masala just wasn't quite as good.

This is really an awesome place to go and eat. I would definitely recommend this place 100% not only because I've worked there it's also because I have ordered food for many times for parties from this restaurant and got excellent feedback from all of my families and friends. The food is extremely delicious and plentiful. The environment and food are beyond expectation. Owner is very friendly and caring not only to the customers but also to all the staffs who work there. the atmosphere was warm and inviting. I look forward to our next visit to Minerva as a returning customer. It was a memorable and enjoyable experience.

The buffet was excellent, with plenty of options for vegetarians. The desserts were a standout for me!

Recently had a catering order from Minerva Indian Restaurant. Loved the way food was delivered. All the food comes in hot case, food was hot even 4 hrs after the arrival. Excellent taste, guests loved the food. Very courteous staff and competitive pricing. Overall 5 stars from me!!

I have tried their authentic South to North Indian dishes. All are good. No complaints. Clean too. I like the Goat Vindaloo and Kadai Chicken. Of course I like spicy!!. My son likes their Veg biriyani. Good service. Online order is pretty easy too.

very personable service. Goat biryani with tender meat falls off the bone, spices come through, enough sauce for another meal. Garlic naan, thin and crispy. The food is fabulous and the hospitality is off the charts.

Amazing place delicious food and staff is very nice and lunch buffet is the best, I recommend 100% for family and friends gatherings

Minerva is a great addition to the Indian food restaurants in the New Tampa area. Although parking is a bit of pain when crowded, it's definitely better than parking at the other Indian places. The food here is great during the buffet, and easily among the best price for what they offer. With fresh dosa and Naan brought to the table in addition to the buffet foods, my family goes here on a regular frequency. The owner is very friendly and does a good bit to get to know people who come in. Go early and you've got easy access but it will fill up quick on weekends! I wouldn't mind a few more dessert options in the buffet, but there's always the menu to order from, so it's hard to complain

Fantastic place with great atmosphere. Thoroughly enjoyed the variety of delicious dishes. Delightful atmosphere, friendly staff and terrific food. Can't wait to go back. Highly recommended. I will be back soon.

A perfect place to visit the Indian Cuisine. Especially the Buffet on Saturday and Sunday are very tremendously delicious and a must try food in the locality. I would suggest people who are from USF should visit this place and taste the items they offer. I Love It!!!

This is a best place with cool atmoshpere. I visoted this place first time and really satisfied. The chicken was so juicy and tender. The staffs were friendly and recommend us their best dishes. Overall great experience. I will be back soon.

One of the few restaurants which has a great vegetarian menu. Loved all the dishes esp. Noodles. The desserts were great too. Last but not least try out the Indian beer guys, you won't feel disappointed.

So I have been ordering from Minerva for several years and have never once had a bad experience. Indian cuisine is extremely vegetarian friendly, and there are so many options here to choose from that it's almost overwhelming. There are several pakora, paneer, chana (chickpea), biryani, masala, and creamy curry dishes with enough a huge selection to choose from. If you partake in meat, there's lots of great lamb and chicken dishes too. My absolute favorite dish on the menu which I think everybody should try is the Malai Kofta, which I find myself ordering practically every time I order from here.

Ordered from Uber Eats for the first time. All I have to say is wow! The chicken tikka masala was to die for, the rice was perfectly cooked, and the portion was big enough that I was able to save it for lunch the next day. They even gave us a complimentary dessert of the day which was delicious! I can’t wait to order again, everything tasted fresh and homemade.

We both had the lunch buffet. It was excellent. A varied spread with both vegetarian and non vegetarian, plenty for all tastes. Several desserts as well as chai. Very clean and was kept well stocked. Naan was brought to our table when it ran out on the buffet. We will definitely be back.

Breakfast at Minerva is a treat with their delicious palak paneer. It’s creamy and well-seasoned.

Food is usually good. Prices are very reasonable compared to other nearby restaurants. 16$ for a buffet doesn’t sound crazy for me where people end up paying 20$ for a goat pulao in nearby Indian restaurants !!! Thursday & Sunday biryani deals are worth trying

This is THE BEST Indian Restaurant in New Tampa. The owners and employees are fabulous and kind and their food is one of the tastiest I have ever had. The whole family enjoys a variety of their menu options. Enjoy your next meal here!

This is my second visit and o just say it has all the best Indian foods I love to eat. The lunch buffet i worth every Penny and is In expensive to dine, the food is fresh, the atmosphere is pleasant and it even comes with a free drink with meal.

Fantastic restaurant! Not sure why it's only 4.1 stars when we went; I think it deserves 5 stars! The Masala Chai tea was incredibly good, as was the Paneer and curry. If you like Indian food then you absolutely need to go here! We will be back!

Minerva offers an authentic Indian ambience and a diverse menu. The Paneer Tikka and Lamb Rogan Josh stood out, with the garlic naan being a highlight. Vegetarians have ample choices. The staff provides attentive service, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Minerva is a top recommendation for both newcomers and avid Indian cuisine enthusiasts.

This place has a delicious lunch. Everything tasted great. I had butter chicken and it was good although I prefer white chicken only. The bread was ok too. Everyone gets some sort of yellow fruit drink. I wished they had palak paneer though. Thumbs up! You also get $2 off your lunch bill if you write a review. Better than nothing, eh?

The goat korma at Minerva Indian Restaurant is simply the best. It’s rich, flavorful, and perfect for dinner.

My first visit there, I'm a chef myself of Jamaican food and the food at Minerva is excellent. Very flavorful and the right spice. I'll definitely be back and would recommend the restaurant to anyone looking for some wholesome home cooked style food. Plenty vegetarian options for everyone.

Wow! I've done Indian out maybe twice before and both were fair to decent experiences. Minerva was excellent! Tremendous selection, everything fresh, and the service (if he wasn't the owner, he should be) was beyond hospitable. I rolled out of there and already can't wait to go back.

Food was delicious! I had butter chicken (mild). The flavor was so awesome without being spicy. Well definitely go back. The service was very warm and friendly. Prices reasonable/ average.

The lunch buffet had great variety, was extremely tasty, and I appreciated them having outdoor seating available. This was our first visit and we were extremely impressed - we'll be back. The butter chicken was phenomenal!

I love Indian food and this place was very good. The waiters were friendly, everything was clean, guests were spaced out. Their menu is quite large and had some items I'm definitely interested in trying, so I will be back.