The original Curry Mantra opened January 211 with 5 seating capacity (212 expanded to 125 seating) at 9984 Main Street, Fairfax , VA to provide a traditional dining experience highlighting various curries from around india. The restaurant quickly became a favorite of America's Top food critic -TOM SIETSEMA (Washington Post) and has garnered the coveted Zagat rating each year. Curry Mantra was also named one of "Northern Virginia's 5 Best Restaurants" 3 years in row by Stefanie Gans of NOVA magazine and "The Best of Fairfax" by Washingtonian magazine. Asad's, the founder, burgeoning empire has grown quickly because of its reputation for great food and superior service, and raving recommendations by customers and food critics alike. By varying the theme and specialties unique to each restaurant, guests who visit all Curry Mantras can experience an authentic taste of Indian cultures and specialty dishes in a sort of a "Passport to India"