The Yummiest Indian in Los Angeles

Biriyani Kabob House

★★★★☆ 4.3 • $$

"Lamb Shank Biriyani - wow wow wow. Gotta be one of the best dishes in LA. Meat falling off the bone, layers of spice in the rice, cooling mint raitha on the side. Can't wait to eat the leftovers. Can't wait to return."

Nizam Of India

★★★★☆ 4 (450) • $$

"There is no shortage of Indian restaurants in the area and I've always seen Nizam, but never tried it until I was led there by a Doordash search for Indian food that could be delivered in under 30 minutes.I tried the thali combo dinner so I could have a taste of their basics; soup, chicken tikka, chicken makhani, lamb vindaloo, rice and saag paneer. The meal also came with naan, papadam and a salad. A lot of food for around $30.00 and it lasted two meals. Everything tasted fresh and well -seasoned. the sauces were all a good, thick consistency. I tacked on a piece of cheese naan and that arrived still warm and gooey. This is a really solid choice for neighborhood Indian food."

Royal Indian Tandoori

★★★★☆ 4.2 (64)

"Ordered Grub Hub delivery today. Chicken curry: 5 stars. very good - I wish it was spicier but this just means that I will order Vindaloo next time. The chicken is cooked well and the sauce is very flavorful. note: the items do not come with rice, and it didn't specifically say this when ordering so just be aware. If I was there in person I'm sure the rice issue would have been addressed by our waiter. Chicken Samosa: 4 stars. good - but they did not provide the tamarind and mind chutneys! Very sad, but I'll get over it. Bummer since had they remembered to give me the chutneys this would be a 5 star review. Maybe next time in person they will remember to provide the chutney."

Urban Masala

★★★★☆ 3.8 (729) • $$

"Delicious veggie options from truly authentic Indian family cook yummy in Hollywood- clean and stellar service for food on the go"

Mayura Indian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $$

"best Indian food ive had on the west side.feels authentic. nothing is overly sweet or americanized.my go to indian spot."

Roots Indian Bistro

★★★★★ 4.7 (531) • $$

"Okay, if you love Indian food, you need to get yourself to Roots Indian Bistro - it's next level! We kicked things off with the most refreshing rose water and mango drinks. Then the Bhel Puri .. it was crispy, spicy, and packed with flavor. The Samosas were Crunchy a with a fluffy potatoes filling .. so delicious!The Dosa Quesadilla was so unique - thin dosa filled with smoked tomato and grilled onions, paired with the coconut lentil dip was seriously so good. The Nirvana Curry was a spicy creamy goodness, and dipping their fresh naan in it was heaven. The Grilled Chicken Tikka was a total win for the kids - juicy, tender, and full of flavor.We finished our amazing meal with rose doughnuts (light and sweet) and the creamiest rice pudding. Seriously, if you're craving Indian food, Roots is the place to go!Also the place is so beautifully decorated and the service was top notch! Can't wait to be back"

Curry Kingdom

★★★★★ 4.8 (215) • $$

"Curry Kingdom has some of the best food I have ever tried. I wish my boyfriend brought me here sooner. It's a tiny restaurant so seats are limited so take out might be the best option. We got lucky and got a seat before a rush came. We ordered garlic and cheese naan, saag paneer, and chana masala. Everything was delicious. We got the food at a medium heat which was still very spicy. Just know if you think you like spicy food I would go down a spice level because it gets very very hot."

Chargha House

★★★★☆ 4.2 (360) • $$

"Although this was takeout, now I truly want to return and dine here since it's 100% traditional Indian food. Service was very quick and food was fantastic!Bon appétit!"

Abhiruchi Grill

★★★★☆ 4.3 (318) • $$

"Came here for dinner with a friend for dinner on a weekday around 7pm, and it's an authentic spot for Indian food. There is free parking available in the back as well as metered parking in the front. Credit cards accepted. It seems that they do a lunch buffet, although the buffet is not available as a dinner option. We had garlic naan, chicken tandoori, Kadai curry, and veg Manchurian, and it was plenty of food - we had leftovers. The waiter did verify with us if we could handle spicy food since the curry and Manchurian were spicy, and they indeed were, although they were still manageable. The garlic naan came with two pieces cut in half and was very warm. The chicken tandoor came out sizzling on a hot grill and had a rich red color - that was my favorite dish."

The Bombay Frankie Company

★★★★☆ 4.1 • $$

"I like chicken tikka masala. I like burritos. Well I came here to see if I woud like a chicken tikka masala burrito! The Bombay Frankie Company is on the northeast side of Westfield Century City, outside the mall. Between Macys and Nordstrom Rack. Parking was plentiful and the wait was minimal. The outdoor patio was nicely lit and there were heaters. Inside was a mix of low tables and high counter seating. Frankies are a popular street food. It's basically a wrap made of naan, stuffed with vegetables and your protein of choice. Garlic naan or roti is an extra $1. Vegetarian options can be made vegan upon request. You can also get a frankie bowl without the bread. They also have naan tacos, pijja (pizza), and other sides. Order on the tablet if the cashier is busy. Beverages are in the refrigerated display case on the right side. The portions were big, I only ate half of the frankie and saved the rest for lunch the next day. It came with thick cuts of potatoes, tomatoes, cucumbers, and juicy chicken. The masala, mint chutney, tamarind sauce, and mint crema create a vibrant balance of tangy, salty, and sweet flavors. Personally I believe it would have been better if the ingredients were chopped and cubed into smaller pieces. It was messy to eat with the chunks of vegetables and protein with each bite. Make sure to pair your meal with a bottle of their homemade yogurt drinks (lassi). Not too sweet with just the right amount of tartness!"

Midnight Mana

★★★★★ 5 (9)

"We ordered from this place over the weekend and the food was delicious and fresh. We order out a lot in this household and I was shocked with how well the food kept in the fridge multiple days later. Even if you're not vegetarian, get the vegetarian fritters - I could eat those everyday!"

Seaburry Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.7 (18)

"Excellent food. High quality. The trout was large and cooked nicely. Vegetables were a little greasy. Ambiance was nice. Service was good. We went for our first time last weekend and are returning this weekend. Enough said."

Himalayan House

★★★★☆ 4.2 (396) • $$

"Went here for a dinner with a relative. Parking was easy since it was located in a small plaza. Ordered the goat curry, chicken curry, steamed momo, lamb biryani and beef chow chow noodles. The goat curry was delish and super tender! We also had garlic naan that tasted so fresh! Finished with an herbal iced tea that really hit the spot. Service was friendly, we were seated right away as we were the only people there at that time. More started to trickle in later on. Seems very family oriented, as the staff seemed to know a few of the families that came in. Will definitely be back again!"

Deshi Food & Groceries

★★★★☆ 3.6 (84) • $

"excellent goat curry, and the fried shrimp patties are out of this world. if you go in the late morning, you can request fresh roti. get the green sauce for dipping/general merriment."

Crown of India Tandoori Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.4 • $$

"HOLY SHIVA! This place has no business being this good. I feel extremely lucky to have stumbled upon this joint scouring Postmates for a dinner delivery. Everything was pretty perfect, from value to portions to taste. DUO DINNER. Just live a little and do it. I love the setup, too. I wouldn't typically order a lamb entree but they made me choose one chicken, lamb, and veggie dish. Comes with 2 onion bhajis, a giant naan, a buncha fluffy rice, and gulab jamun (!! Not just your typical rice pudding) for $59.95 online. Everything just completely exceeded our expectations and we can safely say it's the best Indian we've had thus far. We've had a lot of Indian. Absolutely well worth the price. We have at least one or two more meals leftover, which definitely took a lot of self control because I could've kept eating despite being damn full. It was that tasty. Got the chicken tikka masala, lamb vindaloo, saag paneer-- all medium heat. Perfect amount of spice. All the flavors and textures were exceptional. Deliciously creamy (not overly sweet) tikka masala with a good amount of tender chicken, the paneer in the saag was soft and plentiful, and the lamb was insanely tender (not gamey at all) doused in a delectably complex sauce & perfectly cooked potatoes. Just ridiculously good. Everything complemented one another. The onion bhajis' that we started with were huge and freshly fried. The gulab jamuns' we finished with were exactly what we needed to tie it all up. Again, not overly sweet. Just perfect. Damn, I'm so happy right now. We found our ideal Indian spot! Thank you, thank you. I will come again."

Curry in hurry

★★★★★ 4.8 (391) • $$

"Great curry with nice portion and price with free parking!Tried goat curry and it doesn't disappoint. Rich and comforting, very tender meats, and not gamey at all.The veggie pakora is a bit of a let down, it's starchy and less flavorful.But the star of the day is chicken korma. It's almost like a thai green curry, but tastes more refreshing and a bit less aromatic. A soul food indeed.I don't recommend upgrading to garlic naan though, the original naan is just fine and the garlic version is not an elevated experience like other garlic naans in most indian places.Definitely on my bookmark for a quick and comforting indian food."

Jasmine Market & Deli

★★★★☆ 4.4 (711) • $$

"it's been awhile since I came here. Decided to stop by with my sister for lunch on a Friday afternoon. There's a few covered tables outside (heat lamps too) and a few smaller tables inside. You order at the counter. There's also a selection of packaged goods and groceries inside. We got the mohinga, ohn no kau swe (coconut chicken noodle soup), fish cake salad (it's B9 on the menu posted on the window of the restaurant, but not the menus inside, fyi), and chicken samosas. Everything was delicious. The samosas were piping hot and juicy (it's an order of 4). Both noodle soups were so good. My mom's mohinga cannot be beat, but this hits the spot when I have a craving. I would order everything again. And try their naan (table next to us had it and it looked really good) and thoke. I've had their biryani in the past - also good - but I like noodles more than rice. Bathroom inside in the back, and metered parking available on Sepulveda."

Taj India Palace

★★★★☆ 4.1 (633) • $$

"Great experiences for takeout.This is our go to place for Indian food when looking to takeout. I have not experienced the ambience at the sitdown restaurant, but for delivery, we have never been disappointed. Whether you're trying one of the curries, or the buttered chicken, the quality of the food has always been reliable and very tasty. We also enjoyed some of their samosas. we realize that the vegetable has a slightly flaky crust which is more enjoyable for us. When you are trying one of the versions that has meat inside, the outer coating gets a little bit crunchier than we like for our pallet.I would definitely recommend if you are craving Indian cuisine!"

New India Sweets & Spices

★★★★☆ 3.6 (158) • $

"Really great bang for your buck here. I came here last Thursday based on reviews that people had posted saying the food was great and the portion size was huge. Well they did not disappoint and this cute shop really makes you feel like you were eating in a a household with home-cooked food. Time seems to stop when you're sitting inside here,And there is no need to be anywhere else but the moment. Can't wait till the next time I can come back here and enjoy the delicious curries and tandoori chicken."

Samosa House East

★★★★☆ 3.8 (882) • $

"Damn, okay, food but the attitude!Kid takes Tae Kwon Do next door 3 times a week, and they treat us like shit.Ok, if the service was nice, at least once a week.Now, maybe once a month of that!Good for them that the food is okay for repeat customers but not me.I'll come every once in a while when I'm starving.I usually go 3 blocks away on Venice and Motor, 25 years strong.And 2 Indian spots at that corner, too! LOL"

No Worries Curry

★★★★☆ 4.4 (67)

"Very happy we stumbled upon this restaurant! It's in a food hall way in the back so don't miss it! It's Indian fusion food with lots of tasty options! We shared the Tikka masala and the chow mein. Both dishes were great!The employee was very friendly and took our orders and started prepping the food immediately. It was neat to see the kitchen in the open. I enjoyed watching the food be prepared fresh and it was also entertaining to watch other dishes be prepared while we were enjoying our meal.The employee asked if we wanted it spicy. We said mild spicy. The chow mein somehow was a bit more spicy so if you are sensitive to spice (like me) I would recommend requesting the dish to be not spicy at all. It will still have a kick to it and still have lots of flavor!It was also nice that this restaurant has a wrap around counter for sitting so we were able to have plenty of space to enjoy our meal. I would definitely eat here again if we are ever in the area!"

Al-Noor

★★★★☆ 4.3 • $$

"Stopped by for a lunch break and the food was delicious! I got the Half Rice, Garlic Naan, Chicken Tikka Masala and Mango Lassi. The Tikka Masala had the right amount of spice. Garlic Naan is great to dip in the Tikka Masala. The rice was decent, I've had better rice elsewhere. The service was great and the ambiance had the family restaurant vibe, pretty chill. The tab went over $30+ which is pretty pricey but at the same time everything is going up. Overall: I would recommend this spot for Halal food and would come back whenever I'm in the area."

New India's Oven

★★★★☆ 3.6 (476) • $$

"This place is my favorite spot for Indian food! Great customer service. And even better food. The tiki masala is my favorite we get it every time and try new dishes too and never disappointed."

Electric Karma

★★★★☆ 4.1 • $$

"A beautiful, cozy restaurant serving authentic Indian food and outstanding service. Electric Karma ambiance is a special blend of vibrant colors with comfortable booth and table seating, and warm, soft lighting."

Miirch Social

★★★★☆ 3.9 (41)

"This new place with the strange-sounding name (our bartender told us that "Miirch" means spices) offers excellent Indian cuisine and a good happy hour. I ordered the chole, a vegetarian dish with chickpeas, at the top level of heat and was rewarded with a rich flavor that put beads of sweat on my forehead. Paneer ka khaas consisted of generous cubes of paneer marinated in yogurt and spices and served with sliced peppers. We enjoyed happy hour specials on Indian-style pizza topped with cubes of chicken, as well as potato pancake sandwiches that were on the thick side. Friendly bartender put the football game on the TV and took good care of us. She told us that draft beer is coming soon (cans and bottles only at the time of our visit). Easy walk from the Westin Bonaventure hotel."

Gill’s Cuisine of India

★★★★★ 4.7 (42)

"*CASH ONLY / VENMO ACCEPTED*Gill's Cuisine of India is a hole-in-the-wall restaurant that is hidden the the back of a hotel lobby. The hotel entrance is sandwiched between Uncle John's and Hank's Bar. The restaurant recently reopened for business and the operation hours are between 11a-3p. If the entrance to Stillwell Hotel is closed, you can try entering through Hank's Bar or Uncle John.Our server told us that they reopened for business in February 2023, but I didn't find out about it until recently. I still remember the days when I came here for lunch and this place was packed. I truly hope that their business will pick up and they can start serving the lunch buffets again. I was the only patron in the restaurant during my recent visit, but I did enjoy the remodeled restaurant, service, and food there. The quality of food is always good at Gill's. If it is your first time at Gill's, you can always stick to the basics - Chicken Curry, Chicken Tikka Masala, or Chicken Tandoori. Please note that their entree does not come with rice/naan. I am not a heavy eater and have found that I can share an order of curry/masala along with an order of rice with a friend for lunch."

Bangla Bazar & Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.6 (80) • $

"Nice ready to eat authentic Indian food made by locals in Little Bangladesh. Took the kids here after a movie to try something new. We'd never been to Little Bangladesh!This place is a counter service pre-made food restaurant inside a halal grocery store. We picked up some mega sized curry and cumin powder. Ordered:- Goat - Hubby and son's favorite - Lamb - my favorite. I'm a sucker for vindaloo - Beef- Roti - warm and really nice al dente pull to it - Rice- veggie samosas, quite large but a bit hard on exterior, so the fry was uneven TOTAL: $41 Sauces were all wonderfully rich and layered in flavor. We would love to come back when in the neighborhood!"

23rd Street Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (528)

"@ how kev eats brought me herelocated in a fairly sketchy place, i was excited to try their breakfast burrito after realizing wake & late was closed. i believe its family-owned, with a mother and her sons(s?) operating the restaurant. service was friendly and helpful but as the woman is the only one preparing the food, it took longer than expected for the burrito. the price off the menu seems a bit outdated as well as i was charged $1 or $2 more. now onto the food itself: the burrito was breathtaking. the tikka masala, soft potatoes, and the scrambled egg was a combo i never knew i needed to try. food 4.8.5service/ambiance 3/5"

Bollywood Grill

★★★★☆ 4.4 (217) • $$

"After a night out with friends in downtown, we ended up going to the Bollywood Grill. We thoroughly enjoyed the food, & the service! The food we had was rich and creamy. The garlic naan was fluffy, freshly made. The mango lassi we gotten had super thick consistency, but was still delicious! The staff was very attentive and kind! Refilled our water and checked up on us from time to time. While the actual establishment was narrow, yet spacious. The store was clean, and their bathrooms were too! Which is always a plus in my book."

India's Tandoori

★★★★☆ 4.3 • $$

"Wonderful team, wonderful food, and always a great experience.The lunch buffet is not something to be missed!"

India Sweets & Spices

★★★★☆ 3.5 (641) • $

"If you are looking for a nice place to eat, this is not the place. Several tables inside and outside to sit and it is not nice looking. If you are looking for good food at a reasonable price, this is the place. LOVE their food. The first time I came here, the person who served me was very nice and explained things to me nicely. The second time I came here, a different person served me, and she was rude and didn't like explaining things to me. She was so rude; I considered not coming back. Their free parking lot isn't that great especially if a person doesn't know how to park their car properly. There's metered parking in front of this establishment."

Cobi's

★★★★★ 4.5 (659) • $$$

"Easily one of the best meals of the year for me. We were able to snag a last minute dinner reservation on a Wednesday and so glad we did. I was genuinely having a moment during every single first bite of each dish. I usually rate each individual item in my reviews but everything was a 10/10 in my book with no notes! Honorable mentions:Ora King Salmon - This was one of my favorites of the night. The salmon was so fresh and paired very well with the shrimp chipsGrilled Prawns - This was so fun to eat straight from the skewer. Simple yet delicious and smoky Curry Puffs - So crispy, flaky and packed with flavor. These took me back to when I lived in Singapore. Absolutely killed it with this oneNasi Goreng - I love a good nasi goreng and this was a flavor bomb. The runny fried egg on top was an important detailButter Chicken - This actually surprised me with how good it was and ended up being my favorite dish of the night. Highly recommend ordering with the rotiDry Aged Branzino - The presentation and preparation of this branzino was stunning. The curry sauce was a creative addition Thai Tea Pudding - The pudding had a deeply rich caramel flavor and was topped with plenty of perfectly-cooked boba pearlsOur food came out within minutes of ordering and we were in awe given how packed the restaurant was. Also, the service/hospitality here is top-tier and started before we even stepped through the door with the host greeting us outside. They really have it nailed down here -- everything from the venue, decor, food, service, and ambiance."

Mr. Masala

★★★★☆ 4 (413) • $$

"Delivery: Uber EatsOrder: * Veggie samosa - I didn't think I wanted the whole thing so I asked my fiancée to split it in half for me. After I tasted the flaky outside and the warm middle with the chutney I ended up going back and eating the rest! So it was good :) on Uber eats I got a BOGO on the samosa, so it was an even better deal* Butter Chicken - best one i'be had in a long time. Not many places around here serve butter chicken anymore. We got it w medium spice and the spice level had a great kick. This time my fiancée was the one that went back for seconds. He doesn't normally do that LOL. We were scraping the sauce up w the naan.I do want to see the difference between this and the masala. I will try that next time.* Saag Paneer - really good as well! Spice levels were also on point. The saag had a nice thicker consistency. Took me a couple of sittings to finish this one (dinner and lunch the next day)Portion size is great for the price."

Taj Mahal of India Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (630) • $$

"Taj Mahal of India restaurant has been handing out tasty takeout and dine-in platters of delicious traditional Indian delicacies for over 15 years.This restaurant is family and minority owned and operated. Salom, the owner is originally from Bangladesh and he loves sharing Indian culture, heritage and food with newcomers and connoisseurs alike. Salom couldn't have chosen a more culturally diverse spot to set up shop, I think he knows what he is doing!This place is great for vegetarians, vegans, gluten free friends, Paleo, plant-based and keto diets. Taj Mahal offers catering, delivery takeout and dine-in options. The menu here is extensive. Appetizers, rice and biryani, tandoori and barbecue, 28 incredible vegetarian entrees, 17 different homemade curries and desserts. Try the vegetarian dinner special which includes rice, naan, riata, vegetable of the day, lentil of the day and rice pudding, for only $15.! I've eaten a couple of meals here recently and everything I tried was delicious. I love the embroidery artwork and pretty traditional decorations in the main dining room as well as the warm service. Here are some of my favorites: Vegetable samosa. It's light, flaky and filling. (Two per order) Indian iced tea and chai tea. Homemade mango chutney. The naan here is enormous. The Rasa Malai is a dessert with cheese curd dumplings and sweet cardamom milk. Five stars!I found this cool place while on an expedition to try and make different dumplings from around the world. While eating my lucky eyes got to see customers picking up big vegetarian family takeout meals during the month of Ramadan and hasidic neighbors observing the Sabbath while I had five made-from-scratch hummus which I compared to my favorite Kosher and halal restaurant's versions. Five stars. Gyoza, empanada, perogies, ravioli, shumai, ba wan, kreplach, baraka, pelmeni, mamti. Five stars samosa! Thanks Salom!"

Badmaash - Fairfax

★★★★☆ 4.1 (536) • $$

"My bf loooves badmaash and we didn't realize they had another location besides DTLA. We came here because I had my dog with me and I saw there was outdoor seating, except that is gone now. Probably because they only had it up when it was during COVID? So we still wanted to dine here and hoped they allowed dogs inside, which they did! We didn't have a reservation but we got seated right away since it wasn't busy. It was really embarrassing that my dog actually pee'd in the restaurant and we felt so bad omg. Although, the waiters and employees here were so chill and accommodating, ugh bless them.We weren't too hungry but we ordered the sausage and chicken butter curry with two naans and rice. The naans and rice are a must have if having the curry! My bf enjoyed the sausage sooo much, and the sauce that came with it. I really liked the chicken butter curry and the chicken was so soft and flavorful. The naan here was also really crispy yet soft and fluffy. Everything about this place was so good! Especially with how chill, attentive, and efficient the server was. One thing I would have to say is that, they don't really turn on the a/c? So it was really stuffy and warm inside the restaurant. It's very clean but I wish they at least opened the door haha. Towards the end of the meal, I did feel the a/c turn on. Street parking could be easy. There were quite a few spots open right in front of the restaurant. It's also metered parking too."