Savor the spices of India at Lemon & Lime Indian Grill & Bar. With dishes from many different regions of India, your tastebuds will be singing songs of praise in their brightly colored dining room. Conveniently located on 9th Street, this is a great spot to get a tasty meal and a refreshing beverage.
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Hours:
Monday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Really delicious Indian and the heart of Durham! We really like the mango lassi, the butter, chicken, and usually go for mild or medium. We also love getting the basmati rice and garlic naan.
Sometimes we get it to go, and I would write that about a 3.5 to 4 just because the rice and non-are not fresh, but the chicken is still great!
I also think that the Ambience could use a little work, but overall still five stars for me given the quality of food and the kindness of the service.
Nathan Rentfrow
Jun 10, 2025
5
We stopped in for the Sunday buffet and were instantly impressed. From the friendly greeting at the door to the amazing smell of the food, we knew we were in for a treat. We ordered a green appletini mocktail and were complementary brought two wonderfully crafted drinks. The buffet provided a diverse opportunity try all the amazing options. The food is delicious and has us eager to come back. Service was fast, friendly, and topnotch. The atmosphere was delightful and very family-friendly. We will definitely be back best time we are in town. Thank you for the wonderful dining experience.
Renee Burwell
May 30, 2025
5
All of my favorite Indian dishes in one place!! I decided to try Lime and Lemon for my self care Friday, and it did not disappoint. My waiter Anand was amazing and he was very thorough with offering recommendations and options. I ordered a spicy mushroom appetizer, the avocado and cheese dosa and goat Chittinad. They were all cooked to perfection. I’m used to the masala dosa, but this was an interesting twist that kind of reminded me of me of a quesadilla. They had paratha bread that is cooked to perfection. It was nice having the option of multiple regions of India in one place. Will definitely come back for another self-care day. Also, the food is fairly affordable. I was expecting to pay more for the amount of food I received.
Mackenzie Farmer
May 17, 2025
5
If I could rate this restaurant more than 5 stars, I would! Our waiter, Morris, was absolutely amazing!! He was attentive and the food was soooo delicious! Lime and Lemon is definitely my new go-to Indian restaurant.
Chasity Norton
Apr 26, 2025
5
My mom and I decided to finally try this restaurant for a dinner outing, after having so many great reviews. The menu includes many vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian options which worked out well for the both of us. The portions are enough for sharing. We had fried mushrooms medium spicy for an appetizer. The breading on the mushrooms was a little heavier than expected but very flavorful. For entrees, we had the Muttle paneer and mango lime chicken, both were chef recommendations. We chose rosemary naan as a side. Everything was very good, nice server, and we were seated a few minutes up on arrival. Parking is free if you scan the QR code within the restaurant.
Melissa Watson
Apr 13, 2025
5
The service here is exceptional! However, new customers should be aware that hot means hot and the spice level is real. It is evident that the owners care a great deal about providing a high quality experience but they may want to caution new customers about the heat levels so they can truly enjoy their meal.
SeventhSamurai72
Apr 11, 2025
5
Upscale restaurant with delicious Indian selections. Attentive, friendly service. The chicken korma and firecracker chicken were delicious and satisfied my craving. The purple viking drink was perfectly sweet and refreshing. Definitely recommend checking this place out😎
Krishna Narasimhan
Mar 31, 2025
4
Found this spot in Durham on 9th street near Duke’s East Campus. It was not very busy for a Sunday evening and we were seated quickly. The restaurant is large, bright and roomy. The air conditioning wasn’t working so the air inside the restaurant felt warm and heavy on food odor. But again, that was probably just because of the a/c situation.
The service was good but not exceptional. No real complaints though. The menu had too many items on it, spanning the breadth of the country. We placed the drinks and food order and it all came out quickly. The food was piping hot and reasonably good. Serving sizes were huge.
After dinner we got the Kulfi for desserts. Again it was well presented, and taste was ok.
Overall a decent experience.
Cindy Chan
Mar 20, 2025
5
The Chicken Tikka Masala and the Saag Paneer was perfect. I got very mild which I appreciate since I prefer my food non spicy. The staff is very nice.
Julie
Mar 2, 2025
5
Waiter was patient and very helpful with our selections. The lamb was excellent and we also tried the goat. Food was excellent and we all enjoyed ourselves thoroughly.
Annika Shi
Feb 4, 2025
5
Really flavorful and delicious. As someone who can’t eat spicy food their medium spicy level isn’t spicy at all. Their mango chicken or whatever it’s called is soooooo good highly recommend it. Everything is tasty and service is good.
Noel (YeaHmhan)
Nov 30, 2024
5
Lime and Lemon Indian Grill and Restaurant is a fantastic spot for authentic Indian cuisine. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for any occasion. The menu features flavorful dishes like biryani, butter chicken, and a variety of vegetarian options, all prepared with fresh ingredients and authentic spices. The staff is attentive and knowledgeable, enhancing the dining experience. Don't miss their delicious naan and refreshing mango lassi. Highly recommended for anyone craving genuine Indian flavors!
Noelia Bautista
Oct 14, 2024
4
The service was excellent, but in my opinion, the food wasn’t the best. It was so spicy that it was almost impossible to enjoy. We had chicken and beef, but the beef was too fatty, so I wouldn’t order those dishes again. The naan was great, though, and they gave us extra rice. Yellow seats are not comfortable. They have good deals lunch time.
Joannah Jones
Oct 11, 2024
5
The best Indian food I’ve had in many years! Definitely in the top 2. My daughter who lives locally told me it was her favorite Indian restaurant and orders regularly for takeout. Dining in was quite an experience. The vibe was upbeat and though it was crowed both inside and outside, we were seated in about 5 mins. Our waiters Anand & Kevin were excellent in their service and charm. Attentive, pleasant and professional. The food was over the top fantastic! The mixed tandoori platter was just amazing and was enough for 2 people. All of our meals were filled with all the spices expected and was fresh with great quality. We ate a lot! Couldn’t get enough. The rasmalai melted in your mouth and the drinks were delicious! I truly understand why this is my daughter’s favorite restaurant. I’m sorry they are so far away but I’ll be there on my first night when back in NC. A must visit for the best Indian food ever!
Ibraheem KH.
Oct 11, 2024
5
This place is my favorite when craving Indian cuisine. We had an amazing dining experience as usual. The food was authentic and bursting with rich, vibrant flavors—each dish was perfectly spiced and cooked to perfection. The service was top-notch specially being last minute customers, with staff who were attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. Their virgin drinks were refreshing and beautifully crafted, making a great pairing with the meal. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with a lovely mix of modern décor and a cozy, relaxed vibe. Highly recommended for anyone craving delicious Indian cuisine!
Thank you, will see you soon.
Raisa Rose Boben
Sep 21, 2024
5
Massive thank you for the incredible catering at our wedding! The food was absolutely delicious, and everyone couldn’t stop talking about it.
We also really appreciated Nepolien being there in person to ensure everything went smoothly. It was so reassuring to see him overseeing everything and making sure it was perfect. Thanks to LnL team for all their special attention and fantastic service.
We came back to the Durham location to say thanks to Nepolien and his team in person and he packed a special to-go care package of yumminess!
Thanks again for everything – you truly made our wedding day special!
Adrienne Randle
Sep 16, 2024
5
I’ve eaten here plenty of time for takeout but yesterday we dined in for my mother’s birthday. Let me start by saying Kavin specifically took care of us from start to finish. Table reserved, fast taking of our orders and answering all of our questions.
The service was phenomenal and my mom enjoyed every bit of it.
Food is a 10/10. Great portions. Didn’t get to take pics of the food but we all had leftovers.
The shrimp 65 was a hit.
All the vegan options were perfect too.
