Desi Fresh Indian Restaurant & Cafe

Visited this great new place on their soft launch day and ordered a few non-veg items to go from their limited menu. 1) Chicken 65 was excellent—crispy, flavorful, and not overly oily or loaded with masala like Desi Bites. Definitely authentic South-Indian style. The portion size felt a bit on the smaller side for the price, but the quality clearly stood out. 2) Chicken ghee roast was also very delicious and well prepared. 3) Chicken dum biryani had a good quantity and tasted great. Hoping they maintain this consistency going forward. Unfortunately, we didn’t get a chance to try the veg items as they had already run out. The grocery section is quite spacious and bright, with fresh vegetables. Had a chance to speak with one of the owners, Hari—very welcoming and clearly focused on cust

Just tried this new spot that opened near my house and honestly one of the most unique desi food experiences I’ve had in Iowa. The mixed grill was packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and cooked beautifully. Every bite tasted fresh, smoky, and authentic, and you can tell real care goes into the food. The variety of flavors on one platter made it stand out from the juicy grilled meats to the fresh chutneys and spices that really brought everything together. It’s rare to find this level of authentic South Asian taste here, and this place truly feels one-of-a-kind for the area. If you enjoy bold flavors and real desi cuisine, this spot is definitely worth visiting. Excited to come back and try more from the menu. Highly recommend supporting this new local business!

First of all, can I say how amazing it is that this place is actually open past 9 PM!! We definitely need something like this in Waukee.. Super convenient, perfect parking, clean environment, and has everything you need from fresh Indian groceries to all the spices you can think of. Went in for a freshman ended up buying half the store and some Haleem from the kitchen.. Authentic flavor, beautiful presentation, and just straight up delicious. This place is definitely is a go. So happy you’re here in Waukee .

I just had an incredible meal that hit all the right spots. If you’re craving authentic Desi flavors, this is the place to be. You can really taste the "Desi Fresh" quality; everything felt made-to-order and authentic.

The owner and people who take your order are the nicest I’ve met, free dessert, super helpful, all around just a great place to eat. If you want Indian food this is the place. Also the amount of things on the menu is insane and the amount of stuff in the store is even more crazy and the mango lassi is fire. And to top it off the food is great for the price. Absolutely amazing spot.