Late-night Indian lounge Jalsa is now open next to sister concept Sankranti at 2000 Ray Moss Connector in Johns Creek.
The 21-and-over lounge loft and party space with seating for 110 features an unlimited buffet for $14.95, a cocktail bar and Bollywood-style entertainment.
The buffet features southern and northern Indian dishes like samosa chaat, chili chicken, peanut masala and chili bajji, with the option to order biryanis from the menu.
Jalsa’s cocktail list includes Chaar Chuski made with cinnamon-infused scotch, angostura bitters, pineapple juice, and lime juice and Anarkali made with vodka, watermelon juice and lime juice. Indian beers, draft beers, wines, and Indian beverages including mango lassi are also available.
Jalsa, which translates to “festive gathering” in India, is owned by Kavitha Nimmagadda, who also operates Sankranti Restaurant next door, as well as Sankranti Indian Kitchen in Dunwoody, with a location coming soon to Emory Village.
The lounge’s opening hours are 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Fridays-Saturdays and 8 p.m.-midnight Sundays.
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