11 hours Ago By Maria Hehman
This story originally appeared in the Nov. 22, 2024 edition of the LINK Reader. To get stories like this first, subscribe here.
This week, we’re looking at local eateries in Crescent Springs. With an array of available cuisines, we sampled a bit of everything. Indian, ramen and American – there’s something for everyone at Buttermilk Crossing.
Guru India Guru India has been a staple restaurant in the Buttermilk Crossings center. It introduced many Northern Kentuckians to the deliciousness of Indian cuisine. Guru specializes in authentic northern Indian food (a region best known for tandoori oven dishes and flavorful curries).
Guru offers a wide variety of dishes, and the menu is broken into categories such as vegetarian, chicken, lamb and fish, making it simple for diners to order something they’re sure to love. The portions are always generous, both when dining in or ordering to go. Chicken tikka masala remains one of Guru’s most popular dishes, especially paired with its naan bread.
Going with friends offers the perfect excuse to sample other menu items, too. Vegetable samosas (deep fried pastries stuffed with spiced potatoes and green peas) are a savory start to any meal. Yogurt-based lassi drinks will break up the spices with some sweetness.
Osaka Ramen House Catch up on the week's top headlines every Saturday morning Sign up Osaka Ramen House offers traditional Japanese and ramen dishes. Its ramen is a stark contrast to the stovetop options many experience in tight-budget college days. This authentic ramen is served in either pork, chicken or vegetable broth and can be ordered with a variety of ingredients.
Typically it comes with a meat, veggies like corn, bok choy and bamboo, and is finished with a soft boiled egg. Ramen noodles are then added to the broth base. Osaka’s bowls are served with chop sticks and wooden spoons, so patrons can savor every last sip.
Besides ramen, Osaka has an ample array of appetizers, including fan favorites like edamame (the spicy garlic version is a must order) and gyoza. They’re great for light bites to share. Those with an appetite should opt for chasu or chicken katsu buns.
Chasu buns consist of pork, tofu skin and lettuce is a soft, steamed bun. The chicken katsu is served in the same savory bouncy bun with chicken katsu, tofu skin and lettuce. Although most come for the ramen, Osaka’s other entrees can’t be overlooked.
Its curried rice comes in a Japanese curry sauce with either fried chicken or pork cutlet and pickled radish. Osaka fried rice comes with chicken, shrimp and crabmeat. For drinks, Osaka has bubble tea and jasmine teas for refreshing pairings with salty, savory dishes.
Ramen is a great option for those feeling under the weather and much more flavorful than canned soup. Osaka offers dine-in for those wanting a cozy and warm meal and carryout for quick grab and go. The Block Deli For casual breakfast and brunch that’s healthful, hearty and delicious, few places are better than the Block Deli.
Nestled in the corner of Buttermilk Crossing, the Block is an excellent spot for grab-and-go meals or a quick lunch meeting. The Block’s menu standout is housemade chicken salad, which can be ordered classic or flavored – Jamaican, jalapeno, Buffalo or Cajun – for those wanting added spice. Guests can’t go wrong ordering a reuben, turkey club, BLT or classic Italian.
Soup is another hot commodity that rotates daily, with fan-favorites bean and chili being offered daily. Wraps and salads round out the Block’s offerings, with the bulk being $10 or less. Its deli delight sandwiches are the best option for convenience and cost: Customers choose their bread, meat and cheese to build their own sandwich.
Served with chips and pickles, this meal comes in under $10. The Block offers both indoor and outdoor seating, and there’s a secluded side patio ideal to spend the final warm days of the year. Those in a time crunch can call ahead to order, so there’s no excuse for having to stop for mediocre drive-through food.
What To Know If You Go Guru India Location: 2303 Buttermilk Crossing, Crescent Springs Hours: Monday, 11 a.m.-9:30 p.
m.; Tuesday, 11 a.m.
-2 p.m. and 3:30- 9 p.
m.; Wednesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.
- 9:30 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.
m.-9 p.m.
Website: guruindiarestaurant.com Phone: 859-341-5858 Osaka Ramen House Location: 2331 Buttermilk Crossing, Crescent Springs Hours: Monday, closed; Tuesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.
- 9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.
m.-10 p.m.
; Sunday, noon-9:30 p.m. Website: osakaramenhouse.
com Phone: 859-331-6888 The Block Deli Location: 2343 Buttermilk Crossing, Crescent Springs Hours: Monday-Friday. 9 a.m.
-4 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.
m.-4 p.m.
; Sunday, closed. Website: theblockdeli.net Phone: 859-344-9777 Before you go.
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