India Cafe,

84 Boston Turnpike (Rt. 9E), Shrewsbury, 754-2200.

India Cafe is a strong alternative to our two long-standing local Indian restaurants. The cuisine is varied and superb, service cordial, the setting warm. At $5.99, the extensive lunch buffet is a bargain and a great way to sample. If you order from the menu, start with dahi papri , then order the chicken do piaza , and end with ras malai. Trust me.

Price Range: $8 - $13.