Taste of India – Indian
The air hums with the warmth of a glowing tandoor oven, where succulent skewers of malai kabab and spice-rubbed prawns emerge with a perfect char and smoky aroma. Crispy, golden-hued appetizers like onion bhajia and paneer pakoda offer a satisfying crunch that leads into a feast of vibrant colors and bold, traditional flavors. This inviting space brings together the artistry of clay-oven cooking and the zest of classic street snacks, creating a sensory celebration of India’s rich culinary heritage.
Conner Lane, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37863 +18653663377 https://tasteofindiapf.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Taste of India
Dairy-Free at Taste of India
Taste of India in Pigeon Forge has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chana Masala, Aloo Gobhi and Tandoori Roti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Taste of India
Taste of India in Pigeon Forge has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Seekh Kabab, Bhindi Masala (Okra) and Tandoori Fish. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Taste of India
Taste of India in Pigeon Forge has 35 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetable Biryani, Garlic Naan and Paneer Pakoda. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Taste of India
Taste of India in Pigeon Forge has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Chops, Chicken Tikka and Onion Bhajia. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Taste of India
Taste of India in Pigeon Forge has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Tikka, Tandoori Fish and Acqua Panna. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Taste of India
Taste of India in Pigeon Forge has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Chops, Chicken Tikka and Chicken Malai Kabab. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Taste of India
Taste of India in Pigeon Forge has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tandoori Fish. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Taste of India
Taste of India in Pigeon Forge has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chana Masala, Aloo Gobhi and Tandoori Roti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Taste of India
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp Biryani | 45.6 g | 49.8 g |
| Chicken Curry | 60.5 g | 38.1 g |
| Shrimp Curry | 69.2 g | 35.8 g |
| Goat Curry | 60.5 g | 33.7 g |
| Chicken Tikka | 0.1 g | 20.8 g |
| Tandoori Fish | 0 g | 19.9 g |
| Onion Bhajia | 1.2 g | 17 g |
| Tandoori Kabab | 0 g | 16.9 g |
| Palak Paneer | 17.7 g | 16.6 g |
| Mutter Paneer | 39.6 g | 16.1 g |
| Lamb Chops | 0 g | 15.2 g |
| Chicken Malai Kabab | 13.2 g | 12.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its relaxed vibe and welcoming neighborhood atmosphere, guests frequently praise the polite and attentive service staff who ensure a consistently pleasant dining experience. Standout dishes include the high-quality soup, which reviewers highlight as a flavorful and comforting choice. Diners appreciate the friendly environment and regular check-ins from the team, making it a highly recommended spot for a casual yet quality meal.
Menu
Vegetarian Appetizers
- Samosa - $6.99: Crisp patties with potatoes & peas with Indian spices. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Bhajia - $6.99: Thin slices of red onions battered and fried. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Pakoda - $12.99: Cottage cheese seasoned & battered, fried with chickpea flour. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Tikka - $15.99: Marinated cottage cheese cooked in clay oven with bell peppers & onions. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Non-Vegetarian Appetizers
- Amritsari Fish - $12.99: Swai fish marinated with ginger, garlic paste, yogurt, spices & coated with batter of gram flour. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Lollipop - $10.99: Chicken wings battered and fried, served with special sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Kabab - $12.99: Chicken leg pieces marinated with yogurt, ginger, garlic, garam masala & cooked in tandoor. Available at: dinner, lunch
Tandoori Specialties
- Chicken Tikka - $15.99: Boneless chicken breast marinated in tandoori masala and slowly cooked in tandoor. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Malai Kabab - $15.99: Mildly marinated chicken breast cooked in tandoor. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Prawns - $17.99: Mildly spiced shrimp cooked in tandoor. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Fish - $18.99: Fillet of snapper marinated with spices, ginger, garlic & lemon. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Seekh Kabab - $18.99: Minced lamb meat mixed with spices, cooked on a skewer in a clay oven. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops - $18.99: Tender lamb chops marinated overnight with yogurt & spices. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup
- Dal Soup - $6.99: Pureed lentil flavored with cumin, tomatoes & seasoned with coconut milk. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Breads
- Naan - $5: Indian bread baked in a clay oven. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Roti - $4: Whole wheat bread baked in a clay oven. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Naan - $6: Indian bread topped with garlic & cilantro, baked in a clay oven. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Kulcha - $7: Naan stuffed with spiced onion & cilantro. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Naan - $8: Indian bread stuffed with cottage cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kashmiri Naan - $8: Sweet Indian bread, stuffed with a mixture of cashews, raisins & fennel, baked in a clay oven. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Biryani
- Vegetable Biryani - $16.99: Basmati rice cooked with vegetables, flavored with yogurt, spices, herbs & garnished with nuts & raisins. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Biryani - $18.99: Basmati rice cooked with chicken, flavored with yogurt, spices, herbs & garnished with nuts & raisins. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Biryani - $20.99: Basmati rice cooked with shrimp, flavored with yogurt, spices, herbs & garnished with nuts & raisins. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Biryani - $20.99: Basmati rice cooked with lamb, flavored with yogurt, spices, herbs & garnished with nuts & raisins. Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetarian Main Course
- Dal Tadka - $15.99: Yellow lentils boiled & tempered with cumin, ginger, curry leaves & onions. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chana Masala - $15.99: Chickpeas cooked with garam masala, onions, tomatoes, coriander, ginger & garlic. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baingan Bharta - $15.99: Eggplant cooked with onions, ginger, garlic & garam masala. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dal Makhani - $15.99: Black lentils soaked overnight and cooked in spiced tomato & butter gravy. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aloo Gobhi - $15.99: Traditional North Indian preparation with fresh herbs, potatoes, cauliflower, tomatoes & peas. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bhindi Masala (Okra) - $15.99: Fresh okra sautéed with spices, peppers, onions & tomatoes. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Palak Paneer - $16.99: Spinach purée cooked with cubed cottage cheese, onion, ginger, garlic & Indian spices. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Paneer Makhani - $16.99: Paneer cooked in rich herb butter flavored tomato gravy. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mutter Paneer - $16.99: Cottage cheese & green peas cooked in onion & tomato sauce with spices. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shahi Vegetable Korma - $15.99: Mixed vegetables & paneer cooked in a creamy cashew gravy. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Kadhai - $15.99: Mixed vegetables & paneer cooked in homemade coarsely crushed masala. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Non-Vegetarian Main Course
- Chicken Curry - $17.99: Choice of spice level (Mild, Medium, Hot, Super Hot). Served with Basmati Rice. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Curry - $19.99: Choice of spice level (Mild, Medium, Hot, Super Hot). Served with Basmati Rice. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Curry - $19.99: Choice of spice level (Mild, Medium, Hot, Super Hot). Served with Basmati Rice. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Curry - $20.99: Choice of spice level (Mild, Medium, Hot, Super Hot). Served with Basmati Rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goat Curry - $21.99: Choice of spice level (Mild, Medium, Hot, Super Hot). Served with Basmati Rice. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Gulab Jamun - $8.99: Deep-fried pastry dough soaked in honey & sugar syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Gajar Halwa - $8.99: Grated carrots stewed in a pudding with sugar, cardamom & milk. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Rasmalai - $8.99: Fresh cheese soaked in cream flavored with cardamom, saffron & pistachios. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mango Kulfi - $8.99: Mango ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Kesar Elaichi Ice Cream - $8.99: Indian version of ice cream with saffron & cardamom. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Mango Lassi - $6: Refreshing sweet Indian drink made with kesar mango & homemade yogurt.
- Canned Soda - $3
- Bottled Water - $2
- Acqua Panna - $7 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC
- Pellegrino - $7 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Tea - $4
Frequently Asked Questions about Taste of India
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) Indian restaurant offers good value, with a 4.0/5 rating and reviews praising its high-quality, flavorful dishes.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Taste of India has a website at https://tasteofindiapf.com, which can be used for information and online ordering.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features diverse appetizers, tandoori specialties, and curries, accommodating over thirty dietary preferences including keto, vegan, and gluten-free.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include high-quality soup, samosas, onion bhajia, paneer pakoda, chicken malai kabab, and various tandoori-style meats and seafood.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Taste of India has an average rating of 4.0/5 based on customer feedback and dining experiences.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided information does not include a specific physical address or location for Taste of India beyond its official website.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests celebrate the relaxed, welcoming neighborhood atmosphere and friendly environment, making it a highly recommended spot for casual dining.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu highlights include malai kabab, tandoori prawns, onion bhajia, paneer pakoda, and the highly-praised, flavorful dal soup.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific hours of operation for Taste of India.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no specific concerns, instead highlighting the polite service, relaxed neighborhood atmosphere, and high-quality, flavorful soup.
- Is Taste of India dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Taste of India has 10 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chana Masala, Aloo Gobhi and Tandoori Roti.
- What can I eat at Taste of India on a dairy-free diet?
- Chana Masala, Aloo Gobhi and Tandoori Roti carry the dairy-free tag, out of 10 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Taste of India have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chana Masala and Aloo Gobhi.
- Is Taste of India gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Taste of India?
- Shrimp Biryani, at roughly 49.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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