Lal Qila - Ballwin

We were introduced to Lal Qila on Door Dash. We are so glad to find affordable Indian Pakistani food nearby. We like the butter chicken, the crook and the Samosa chaat. We look forward to discovering new favorites from the menu.

We LOVE this place for their food, especially their mutton dishes. I strongly recommend them to invest into their tiolet. They were not hygiene at all and were not well kept! Please please have cleaner restroom area Thank you

Staff is good and friendly. And some items are really good some items are above average and some are not good. But, it's really worth a try to figure out what are your likes and dislikes of the items. And price is reasonable.

I really appreciated the way they mixed spinach and saag in the palak paneer, which gave it a rich and delightful flavor. The chicken kebabs, cooked in a tandoor (clay oven), were moist, tender, and delicious – the best I’ve had since my last visit to Lahore years ago! Everything was perfectly seasoned, and I didn’t find anything overly oily or salty; each dish had its own unique taste. They even had puri halwa! The puris were served hot, and the naan was warm, fluffy, and fresh. The yogurt (raita) and cilantro chutneys were incredibly fresh! Self-service chai tea was available, which allowed us to enjoy multiple cups while we dined. The desserts were also a highlight; the kheer was creamy and delightful, and the gulab jamuns were warm and clearly made with real ghee, striking the perfect balance of flavor without being overly sweet. If you're looking for an authentic Pakistani buffet, this is the place to go! The restaurant was very clean, and I appreciated the stack of extra-large napkins provided right on the table – they held up well without falling apart after a few uses. Instead of a pitcher, they offered filled water glasses, which is a nice touch. The overall experience was well-organized and clean, with neat restrooms and a pleasant environment. There were so many dishes that we couldn’t try everything, but the quality was exceptional across the board. After spending 25 years in Chicago's Devon Street, a famous area for Pakistani and Indian cuisine, and traveling the country, I can confidently say this is the best Pakistani/Indian buffet I’ve ever had! The chef was very friendly, and you could tell he genuinely enjoys preparing the food with love. If I could give it 10 stars, I absolutely would! Whenever we’re in St. Louis, this will definitely be our go-to spot. I can’t wait to return and try the chef’s chapli kebabs from the menu! Yum!

This restaurant is a wonderful spot for authentic Indian and Pakistani cuisine. We visited for the Sunday buffet lunch and found a variety of dishes, including naan, chole bhature, rice, aloo sabji, mutton paya, chicken biryani, tandoori chicken, chicken kebabs, chicken tikka masala, and kadai chicken. Desserts included gulab jamun, kheer, and sooji ka halwa, along with a selection of salads. Overall, the experience was fantastic. It's a must-visit when you're in St. Louis!