Region:
Capitol Hill

Description: Maharaja consists of two opposing
realms—the front restaurant contains flowery pastel upholstery
and low-light chandeliers, while the back bar features ominous black
walls and a mismatched showcase of garage-sale furniture.

Music: Soothing reggae beats.

Fun fact: At McDonald’s restaurants in India, a Big Mac is
called a Maharaja Mac and is made with chicken instead of beef.

Happy hour: Daily 4–9 pm.

Happy-hour drink specials:
$2 wells.

Happy-hour food specials: $1 appetizers, which are available
with the purchase of a drink: including garlic naan, vegetable samosa,
or tandoori chicken.

Maharaja Cuisine of India

720 E Pike St, 320-0334.

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