Sattva Indian

★★★★★ 4.7 (875) • $$

"It's surprising it took my husband and me this long to try Sattva since we both love Indian food so much. This place is a true hidden gem with a great variety on the menu and phenomenal quality. We got the samosas, chicken tikka, and chicken tikka masala with a side of garlic naan. Everything tasted amazing. The chicken tikka was juicy and the chicken tikka masala was so flavorful. Everything was delicious. The mint and tamarind chutney stood out the most as they were so delicious and full of flavor--by far the best tasting chutneys I've had at an Indian restaurant! When my husband went to pick up our order, he asked if they carried mango lassi, and the kind worker gave him a free mango lassi. Great caring people with high-quality food. We will be back for sure and want to try more things they offer."

Hot N Chili

★★★★★ 4.8 (833) • $$

"Very good Indian food. We really enjoyed the saag paneer and the okra masala. The staff is also very friendly."

Himalayan Grill Waterfront

★★★★★ 4.5 (947) • $$

"I feel like a little trip to India when dining here. Good vibe with great view of the harbor tooHighlights of the menu:1. Lassi traditional Indian mango2. Vegetable Thali set: fermented spinach, mountain style black lentil, mustered green, mixed veg curry rice, pickle, papad, yogurt, salad3. Indian bread nan - all cooked in clay oven4. Chicken tikka masala"

Curry Hut Indian Food

★★★★☆ 4.2 (983) • $$

"If you love Indian food, and want convenience, this is the place. Priced reasonably, and portions are generous for the combos. The ladies that are at the counter are friendly, and answers any questions you may have. I've tried all the items in the front counter, and it's pretty good all around. If you get 2 item combo, that's a perfect portion for one adult. If you want to try one more item, just know that they put the third item in a tiny box separate. The combo comes with a serving of naan bread, and can be upgraded to garlic. Both is fine, I tend to stick to the traditional, as the food itself is very complex as it is. Just to clarify, complex as in, it's not the standard salt and pepper type of dish. Indian food is like a multi layered, warm, hearty dish of happiness. I sometimes order ala cart, 32 oz of Chicken Tikka Masala, just note the rice portion is tiny for the amount of Chicken dish you get. As others mention, if you don't specify extra rice, it's going to look odd. Yes, you will have to pay about $5 for extra rice portion. This place is good for anyone craving something different, something quick, and price reasonably. This is fast, authentic Indian food."

Everest cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.2 (933) • $$

"If you're looking for great Indian food, here it be. Pro tip for dining out - order ahead of time to avoid long waits at the restaurant (it's happened a few times to me). The details... THE FOOD ELABORATION. - Chicken Tikka Masala | Chicken is slightly firm, but still very good. The masala sauce has a sweet and earthy flavor with layers of spicing. - Lamb Curry | Lamb cuts are beautifully tender, but a few were a little on the dry side. Their deeply flavorful curry sauce is spicy, but not grotesquely spicy. I'd order this again. - Saag Paneer | The slightly firm Indian cheese cubes are a great contrast to the meltingly creamy soft spinach. Garlicky and mildly spicy, this dish was definitely my favorite. - Garlic Naan | Soft, thin naan bread with garlic flavors. Perfect for dipping into the Saag Paneer. - Cheese Naan | Melted cheese is sandwiched in between the naan and while it's good, more cheese would've been better. #cheesefiend THE PARKING AFFAIR.Plenty of free parking in the shopping plaza. THE RETURN QUANDARY. Yes, I'm plotting my return visit soon. Saag Paneer all day, every day."

Karma Lounge Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.4 (813) • $$

"Excellent service and food quality, thanks for the attentive checks on our needs Edward! The parking lot is partially full with the other businesses but Karma Lounge stands out as the central restaurant for large groups or intimate dates craving Indian food. We've been here several times and they have plenty of seating and the menu is robust with dishes for both meat lovers and vegetarians. I recommend the goat biriyani and garlic naan. Our friends who live nearby love to order takeout and always get the butter chicken. We have yet to try their weekend buffet, which includes free chai or lassi, but looking forward to taking advantage of that deal soon. They also make their ice cream in-house and Edward was sure to make it tempting to try, next time!"

The Yellow Chilli Tustin

★★★★☆ 3.9 (892) • $$$

"I came here to celebrate Lunar New Year after a recommendation from my coworkers and wow they did not disappoint!Their happy hour is a generous time of 5-7pm Monday- Thursday. We made a reservation on open table but we didn't need a reservation on a Wednesday around 6:30pm. They get really busy around 7pm.We got served by the owner and she gave us the background of the restaurant and how their recipes are based on a celebrity chef back in India. The appetizers are a decent size- we LOVED the crispy cauliflower and it had a kick. The chili paneer was good too (and on the happy hour menu). They have so many curries to choose from whether you like meat or veggies. At the end of our meal, the owner insisted we couldn't finish our Lunar New Year meal without a dessert so she sent one out on the house and even wrote Happy New Year on it! What a nice touch. 10/10 will be coming back for the good food and even better hospitality."

Mint

★★★★☆ 4.4 (668) • $$

"I have so far only tried their small bite appetizers, so having not tried any mains you can trust my review maybe 75 percent ok? As of what I've had, the kitchen delivered tasty things all around. The food was flavorful and not too inventive. The owner is friendly and quick to serve. Inside, their decor is dark, candlelit and tidy. Some Indian restaurants I find to be really overrun by music playing far too loudly. Here, yes there's music and the expected music video playing, but it's not as overwhelming. This may be a repeat place, glad to say."

Natraj's Indian Bistro

★★★★★ 4.5 (565) • $$

"Superb as always.It's not the cheapest Indian food but the service is 5 star and the ambiance is friendly. They are so fast when they cook, never a long wait for take out or for dine in.It's a SoCal must for me!"

Masala Bae

★★★★★ 4.5 (557) • $$

"$20 AYCE Indian lunch buffet with unlimited garlic naan, mango lassi (!!!!) and chai tea!! Huge selection of vegetarian and non-veg dishes, delicious buttery chicken tikka masala and the softest gulab balls. Service is fast and friendly, restaurant is very clean and spacious. We really love their tandoori and palak paneer. Husband enjoyed the goat curry! It is on Red Hill and 5, in the Ding Tea shopping center."

Tandoori India Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.9 (718) • $$

"Affordable prices. Decent food and quick service since you can simply have it to-go.This is more of a convenient to-go place with limited seating. I got the classic Chicken Tikka Masala with rice. Taste was expected and creamy. I would've liked the chicken to be more tender and soft. Garlic naan was made to order so it was warm wrapped in foil and dipped in the curry was perfection. They even give you a small side of dessert. Everything before taxes was around $10 so worth it for a 1 item lunch special."

Nikis Indian Food

★★★★☆ 4.3 (570) • $$

"Nikki's always hits the spot! I don't even bother trying to find new Indian food restaurants because this IS the SPOT! Never disappoints and the service is always amazing and friendly"

Orange Curry

★★★★★ 4.5 (509) • $$

"Best curry in town with good price. Quick service.We ordered Garlic Nann. 2 items plate: Chicken Tikka Masala & Goat Curry and Chicken Tikka Masala & Chicken Curry.If you like spicy, dont hesistate to ask the worker for Green Chili, those will make you sweat in this cold weather."

Natraj Cuisine of India

★★★★☆ 4 (632) • $$

"The butter chicken and the kahari chicken were the two curries we tried and I must say that the butter chicken was definitely my favorite of the two! The butter chicken was cooked to perfection and the chicken pretty much melted in your mouth. I was so impressed. The kahari chicken was recommended by the waiter and it was a little too spicy for my liking. The vegetables and bell peppers were cooked nicely. Services is always great and they have a wonderful staff all around. Ambiance is fantastic. It's a casual restaurant but still has a white cloth vibe."

Southern Spice

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (786) • $$

"This place used to be really good. Something changed about them. It's not quite the same. On a weekend I got vadas to try. These South Indian savory pancakes. Tasted tart like they used old flour mix. Waste of my money. Waste of my time. I did like this place for a long time."

Himalayan Taste San Juan Capistrano

★★★★★ 4.7 (404) • $$

"D24 - Valentine's Day LunchRestaurant front - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=ZtNLhsoqlxVYFEWolIrSCg&userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQThe food was delicious but there were a couple of things that set off the "FoS" alarm... (Full o' Sh*t) 'But more on that later. It was a chilly SoCal afternoon, AR & I decided on Indian for lunch. Pho was a close second choice; next time.I arrived before AR, so I ordered us the mixed appetizer plate, chili naan, and two hot masala teas.First FoS incident:Me: I see you have garlic naan and chili naan. It is possible to get the garlic naan with added chili?Worker: We have garlic & chili naan.Me: So, may I have the garlic naan with added chili?Worker: No, it's either garlic naan or chili naan.(Insert sound of deflating balloon here.)So, what you're saying is that it is too difficult to add chili flakes to the garlic naan as you're making it? In other words, you are simply choosing to be difficult. I wasn't going to make a big deal of it but I was definitely going to note it in my review. After all, how hard is it to sprinkle a some chili flakes on a naan that you're already making? (Shrugs) First impression; customer service bites galub balls. - LOLA good word of advice, "Do not piss off your waiter or waitress until AFTER you get your food." Truth.The order:Himalayan Mixed Appetizer ($10.99)Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=JjPOlLkAkwo19K4K-UcGQw&userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQChili Naan ($3.99)Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=AqrEFRfKKDJy7dvgOU9q_w&userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQMasala Tea x2 ($5.98) - Served in paper cups; where's the real wares?Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=P1IsO-cIsYvA-6_iSgKHbg&userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQVegetable Coconut Curry - Medium heat ($14.99)Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=bQ4HoiYP_QVTJBfrloX6Rg&userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQChicken Tikka Masala - Spicy heat ($17.99)Raita ($3.99)Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=CNKhKoKOHvHU2pvCTCc8Bw&userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQOverall, the food was very good, portions were a bit small for the $$, but the service was completely flat and lacking. The gentleman/host acted as if being asked for something was a bother. Again, the food was delicious but the lack luster customer service was quit prominent and notable. Who charges for raita? (Yogurt sauce) If a restaurant is going to charge for a basic condiment like raita, they may as well charge for the mint and tamarind chutneys as well. What's the deal? That's like an Asian restaurant charging for white rice... I'm somewhat surprised that Himalayan Taste didn't charge extra for the basmati rice. (I hope this doesn't give them any ideas. HA!) A small dollop of raita costs $4? Ridiculous. Raita - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Yxn7wCnrlmeV5AnGGjJK8g&userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQAgain, the food was very good; the service was somewhat lacking which seems to be the norm when referencing other yelp* write ups.It always comes down to customer service and from my first visit, the service here leaves something to be desired. I will not be returning. Sure, the food is delicious but Himalayan Taste needs to remember that they're not the only good Indian restaurant around. As the ol' saying goes, "Don't believe your own hype." (i.e. - Don't get too full of yourself.)- Pau (Done)Overall rating: 3 StarsFood: 4Ambiance: 3Service: 2+Value: 3"

The India Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (470) • $$

"OMG! First time there and it's a hidden amazing spot. The food was so rich in taste and delicious I literally cleaned my plate! Everything was fresh. The service was great and so polite! Loved it def coming back. Super casual no fuss and kinda empty for how great the food was' loved it"

Natraj's Tandoori - Irvine North

★★★★☆ 3.5 (585) • $$

"Natraj's Tandoori is a fast casual Indian restaurant chain with locations throughout southern Orange County. I always opt for a two item combination meal which is served with rice and freshly baked naan. You can sub garlic naan for a small fee.On a recent visit, I ordered the Chicken Curry and Chicken Vindaloo with my combo. The chicken items are always flagrant and flavorful, and I always appreciate the portion size. Unfortunately the garlic naan was disappointing this time and was tasteless. Also, the service was subpar and the staff member behind the counter was both impatient and inhospitable. Despite the poor service, Natraj's is a good option if you're craving Indian cuisine and don't have time for a proper sit down meal."

Rangeen Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.6 (333) • $$

"I made a to-go order, commenting how good it smelled and how impressive their reviews were. The man working assured me that everything is made fresh and was very polite. As I waited, he gave me a small plate with a sample of my appetizer. I admired his cool confidence, because he was sure I would love it-- I did. In fact, I loved all of it. Great experience."

ADYA

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (625) • $$

"This is the spot I ended up after browsing all the other options at the packing house. Glad I did!!!!!I was drawn in because of the smells. I had the special of the day and added the garlic naan bread. So glad I added that naan!!!! It was pretty fast service, too."

Gateway To India

★★★★☆ 4.4 (350) • $$

"My favorite go-to spot for Indian food! I've been here about three times, and it never disappoints. This time, I ordered the samosas, butter chicken, and pita bread. Everything was fresh, hot, and very tasty. The ambiance was well-lit with music playing in the background at a good volume--not overly crowded. I really enjoyed the place and definitely recommend it! Waiters were very friendly, informative and attentive great customer service!"

Taste of India

★★★★☆ 3.5 (545) • $$

"I like Indian food and this restaurant is really good. I went there with friends and it was very nice. The service was good"

Anjappar Orange County

★★★★☆ 3.8 (444) • $$

"Fantastic restaurant. Friendly service, delicious food, and parking was not difficult to obtain. I did find it a bit odd that the menu did not appear to have any lamb options, but they made up for it by having a seemingly greater variety of sweet/dessert options than most Indian eateries I have visited!P.S.Probably a good idea to clarify requested spice levels during ordering, if you palate is used to fare on the milder side."

India Grill

★★★★★ 4.5 (296) • $$

"Ordered delivery for my first try and all I can say is WOW! I love that you can order medium+ for heat. Chicken tikka masala, garlic naan, rice, raita and a mango lassi. All really tasty. Chicken was fork tender, loaded with so much depth and good heat. Naan was the weakest part for me, not quite fresh, more like a day old. After 3 years trying to find good Indian, food, I may have found my go-to finally."

Indian Curry Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4 (344) • $

"My boyfriend's parents recommended this place to us :) I was a bit worried at first because the Yelp pictures didn't make it look that appetizing, but we gave it a try and the food was really good. Initially, it seemed like we might have ordered too little for the two of us, but we ended up having to take more than half of it to go. We'll definitely be back if we're craving Indian food again!"

Tandoor Cuisine of India

★★★★☆ 3.6 (366) • $$

"This has become hands down my favorite Indian restaurant lately and it's hard to believe that I haven't left a review for them sooner.The restaurant is located right across the street from the Anaheim Packing District with plenty of onsite parking.Tandoor Cuisine of India has locations throughout Southern California and the guy behind the counter informed me that they just opened a new location in Norwalk-LA.The restaurant itself is rather big inside and nicely decorated.My go to dish here is the Mushroom Marsala and the fried vegetables.The dish also comes with a large portion of steamed rice plus fresh made naan bread with every order.On top they will also give you a small container of their homemade milk rice which gives the meal a perfect ending.4.5 stars for reasonably priced and tasty food plus friendly service. I'II be back! Enjoy and Bon Appetit!"

Orange Curry 2

★★★★★ 4.6 (218) • $$

"We had a great experience ordering food for take out from Orange Curry. We went into the shop not knowing much and taking up a lot of their time trying to decide what to order. They never tried to rush us and were super accommodating and polite, offering us samples from the steam table. We ordered many different items: aloo gobi (cauliflower potato), palak paneer (spinach cheese), chicken tikka masala, daal (lentils), goat curry, rice, naan. Everything tasted really good! Some a little more spicy (palak paneer) than others but not bad really and a mild/medium on the spice scale. Pro tip: add sour cream or plain yogurt and it pairs so well while toning down the spice.Orange Curry is a great way to try Indian food if you're new to it since they offer samples. It's also great for take out since the portions are huge! and there's limited seating (3 tables). Mango Lassi (mango yogurt smoothie) is so good. Super filling so share with another person of you won't be able to eat your dinner!"

Natraj Cuisine of India

★★★★☆ 3.8 (319) • $$

"In our opinion, one of the best Indian restaurants in OC. My mom is Indian so we know great Indian food. The owners always make us feel at home and so nice! The location is a bit hard to find and parking can be a bit of an issue off PCH in Laguna but it's worth the trouble."

Natraj's Tandoori - Irvine South

★★★★☆ 3.5 (340) • $$

"Delicious Indian food in a casual setting. It's less spicy than other places but the food is still very flavorful and you can always request extra spice if you'd like. The mango lassi is delicious and the garlic naan is worth trying too!"

Natraj's Tandoori - Foothill Ranch

★★★★☆ 3.9 (260) • $

"Met with some fam at the Food Festival Food Court for a lunchtime gathering. Several options to choose from at this food court and I decided on this place. I got a 2-item combo with chicken tikka masala and lauki sabzi (the lauki sabzi was recommended by the friendly gentleman at the counter after I asked him what's particularly really good here). The meal also included naan. Although the chicken tikka masala looked appetizing with its vibrant orange color, it was very bland. I initially have never had nor heard of lauki sabzi, but it's a vegetarian entree made with bottle gourd, a vegetable that I wasn't familiar with either (but after having it, it's very reminiscent of radish in terms of taste and texture). Like the chicken tikka masala, the lauki sabzi didn't have much flavor (aside from the bottle gourd's radish-y taste). The basmati rice was a bit mushy even in the parts that weren't drenched in tikka masala sauce. The only thing that I liked was the garlic naan. Had a satisfying chew to it and it was nice seeing actual chopped garlic embedded onto it. Is it worth getting a whole combo just for the naan though? Not really. Maybe the other entrees here are much better, but I wasn't greatly impressed with the ones that I had."

Indian Food Express

★★★★★ 4.7 (171) • $$

"Yesss, I like. Granted, it doesn't have the sexiest name. And it's counter service. But the food? So good! The veggie samosas? Stop it, so great! And bonus: free with Yelp check-in. And the naan! The fluffiest! If you've been sleeping on it because of the boring marquee that plainly calls itself "INDIAN FOOD," then you're making a mistake. I am guilty of doing the same, but a colleague woke me up to it. I'm a dedicated fan of the flashier Indian restaurant down the street whose name evokes something zen, but considering the price point here, they can really go toe to toe. There must be some sort of connection, as I noted so many similarities between the two. If you love Indian food, go give 'em a shot. The newfound discovery will make you feel like you you're walking away with the winningest win."

Hot N Chili Indian Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.6 (168)

"This is the kind of place that is very special. It seems to be small, but the menu is incredibly large. The food is made so careful and so well here you would be stupid not to come in. It is a wonderful place!I had the chicken tikka marsala but don't be silly. You must have the appetizer non-bread. It is a perfect accoutrement again. This food is being very specifically and very carefully you cannot get food made this well for this price..I enjoyed my food a lot. I consider myself very lucky but another thing you have to try when you come here is the mango lassi. It's been so delicious Lee well did you want more than one? They are very technology friendly as well. They will offer you a business card or all you have to do is click on the QR tag and you will get the full menu. I absolutely loved it here like I said the rice is prepared so perfectly it absorbs the flavor. I believe this is the kind of restaurant that you want to come to at least three times a week. If you are a family and you have a lot of people the menu is perfect. !Yum yum is all I feel!!!"

Masala Curry Indian Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.6 (157) • $$

"A great local option for Indian food in our area, Masala Curry is a hidden gem that is consistently delicious. For starters, we frequently order food here via DoorDash -- their fish tikka masala is SO good and is one of my favorites! I believe it's only available as an entree on their dinner menu.It wasn't until recently that we started going to their location in-person for their lunch buffet. For what you pay, you get an excellent assortment of different appetizers, curries, veggies, and a couple desserts. After a couple plates I'm usually so full and satisfied! The garlic naan is always super flavorful, fresh and delicious. The inside of the restaurant is clean and the walls are decorated with interesting famous quotes -- a very charming place. Their workers are always very quick to serve us and are easy to flag down when we need something. Highly recommend this place and can't wait to go back!"

Taal Cultural Cuisine of India

★★★★☆ 4.2 (153) • $$

"We have been coming to Taal since they opened. The food is delicious. We love the chicken tikka, coconut lamb, butter chicken, samosas, naan, and almost everything else we've tried. The location is a little large for their volume, as half the restaurants isn't even being used. Usually there are only a few people dining in and we'll see a few people picking up takeouts. Today it was good to see more customers dining in. This location has turned over a few times so we would love to see Taal succeed. If you're looking for Indian food or just good food, be sure to give Taal a try."

Tikka Guys

★★★★☆ 3.9 (170) • $$

"Arrived here solo for a to-go meal because I was craving some Mediterranean food on a Friday night. Decided to get the Chicken and Beef Kebab plate and was a little disappointed in the meal. The plate came with one chicken kebab, one beef kebab, rice, and some salad. I thought the salad would be something better but it was just a plain ole salad you can buy from the store... pricing for this plate was not the best about $15 before tip. Other than that flavor of the meat was decent but would probably not come back if I wanted Mediterranean food again."