Anjappar Indian in Durham, NC

4.6(353)$20–30Durham, NC
True Hidden Gem 💎
Highly rated

Highly rated at 4.6 stars with 353 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals
  • Budget dining

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers
  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Durham, NC • Price $20–30 • 4.6★
Anjappar Indian is an Indian buffet located in Durham, NC, in the American Tobacco Historic District. This establishment has a rating of 4.6 stars based on 353 reviews. Service options include curbside pickup, dine-in, and no-contact delivery. The price range is between $20 and $30. Anjappar Indian offers a buffet experience with a focus on Indian cuisine. Visitors can find hours, website, and phone information for this restaurant. This buffet in Durham provides multiple service options for diners.

Good to know

  • Anjappar Indian has a listed address in Durham, NC, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.6-star rating from 353 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
201 E Main St Ste 150, Durham, NC 27701, American Tobacco Historic District, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 885-1266
Today
10:45 AM–2 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.6 (353 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

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Before you go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Signature Dishes

3 popular dishes mentioned by diners
Curbside PickupDine-InNo-Contact Delivery

Extracted from diner reviews and FAQ answers.

Not the Fastest

Score 35/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score35/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
5/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Moderate pricing
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 25/100 · 1 positive signal
Full night out score25/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
0/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

🆕 4.4 weighted · 353 reviews
4.4weighted · raw 4.6 from 353 reviews( 0.19 from raw)
Newly Discovered (Low Confidence)
Review volume vs. city median353 / 991 median
04,955 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5
4
3
2
1

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.6) with the city average (4.35) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 4955+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
10:45 AM–2:30 PM
monday
10:45 AM–2 PM
saturday
11:45 AM–10 PM
sunday
11:45 AM–9 PM
thursday
10:45 AM–2 PM
tuesday
10:45 AM–2 PM
wednesday
10:45 AM–2 PM

Pricing

Price range $20–30
Price range$20–30

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible parking lot Wheelchair accessible restroom Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Wheelchair accessibleAccessible parking near entranceADA-compliant main entranceADA-compliant restroomQR code menus availableClosed captioning on TVs

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 CasualGood for groups

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Curbside_pickupDine_inNo_contact_deliveryReservationsDeliveryTakeout

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
 Credit cards Debit cards N F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
 Fast service Sports

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

3 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Butter Chicken$23.865 mentions
  • Masala Dosa$15.392 mentions
  • Chicken Shahi Korma$19.792 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

208 items with prices
  • Peshawari Paneer Tikka$19.00

    Loaf of cottage cheese infused with gooey parmesan & masalas cooked in tandoor oven and served.

  • MURGH NAFEES - Royal Mughlai Delight$20.00

    Tender white meat infused with blend of yogurt, nuts, cheese, masalas and cooked in tandoor.

  • Mutton Gujiya Kabab$15.00

    Savory minced mutton-filled pastries with aromatic spices, crisp and golden.

  • Spiced Calamari Crunch$19.00

    Crunchy spiced calamari rings with a flavorful Indian twist

  • Fish Amritsari - Indian Style Fish & Chips$22.00

    Crunchy spiced MAHI MAHI fish fry served with Crunchy Potato Bites.

  • Ghee-Roasted Lamb Chops$24.00

    Pan fried juicy lamb chops cooked with bold spices and a rich ghee glaze.

  • Nathai (Snail) Pirattal$24.00

    Snails sautéed with traditional spices and herbs served with kal dosa.

  • Tropical Lobster Kappa Masala (Lobster & Tapioca Coconut Curry)$29.00

    Coastal - Inspired Lobster & Kappa in a Rich, spiced coconut gravy.

  • Lobster A La Plancha (Tawa Fried Lobster)$29.00

    South Indian spiced Lobster Seared on a hot griddle for a smoky finish.

  • Tangy Snapper Delight (Snapper in Tamarind Curry)$22.00

    Filet of tender snapper in a tangy, spiced curry inspired by coastal flavors.

  • Madras Meen Kozhambu (Coastal Mahi-Mahi Curry)$22.00

    Filet of Mahi-Mahi fish in a tangy zesty sauce.

  • Vegetable Rasam$5.54

    South Indian soup made with tamarind, spices, herbs, and veggies. (Vegan, Gluten Free, Diary Free)

  • Mutton Bone Soup$6.65

    Goat rib bone pieces cooked in spices, herbs, onion, and tomato. (Gluten Free, Diary Free)

  • Sweet Corn Soup - VEG$6.65

    Indo-Chinese style soup made with mixed vegetables and corn kernels & pepper. (Vegan, Diary Free)

  • Sweet Corn Soup - CHICKEN$7.76

    Indo-Chinese style soup made with cubes of chicken cubes, veggies, and corn kernels & pepper. (Diary Free)

  • Idly (3pcs) (B)$16.52

    Steamed savory rice cake, made from a rice and lentils batter. Served with chutneys and sambar. (Gluten Free)

  • Sambar Idly (2pcs)$13.19

    Steamed rice cakes, dipped in Vegetable Sambar and served. (Gluten Free)

  • Ghee Podi Idly$14.29

    Idlis chunks sautéed in onions, ghee, podi and nuts. (Gluten-Free)

  • Medhu Vadai (2pcs)$12.90

    Fried Indian savory donuts are made of lentil batter spiced with green chilies, curry leaves, cilantro, and onions. (Gluten Free)

  • Sambar Vadai (2pcs)$13.19

    Medhu Vadai dipped in the sambar and garnished cilantro. (Gluten Free)

  • Idly & Vada Combo$14.29

    Two (2) pieces steamed Idli's & 1 (one) piece of Vada served with Chutney's & Sambar. (Gluten Free)

  • Veg Samosa (2 pcs)$8.79

    Deep-fried crispy pastry stuffed with mashed potatoes & peas. Served with mint & tamarind chutney. (Vegan)

  • Namma Pani Puri Shots$8.80

    Crispy small puris served with sweet & spiced water.

  • Samosa Chaat$13.19

    Broken samosas mixed with channa (chickpeas) masala, topped with tamarind, mint, yogurt, cilantro, and chat masala. (Vegan)

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

353 reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the rating of Anjappar Indian?

Anjappar Indian has a 4.6-star rating based on 353 customer reviews.

Where is Anjappar Indian located?

Anjappar Indian is located at 201 E Main St Ste 150, Durham, NC 27701, American Tobacco Historic District, Durham, NC.

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A well-connected suburban area with a solid mix of dining, shopping, and services.

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