Haveli - The Cuisine Of India

We were craving some Indian food. This wonderful little gem in the canyon popped up on yelp. I am not kidding when I say this is a truly authentic Punjabi Indian restaurant.Our waiter and chef for the evening was the owner of the restaurant - Tipu, he made some fabulous suggestions for us. I had never had a. Alain prantha bread and it was delicious with our chicken masala and Haveils special chicken curry as well as the beigan bartha. The flavors were so authentic all of the herbs and spices you could taste them. All the chicken was mouthwatering. And I think what I really enjoyed about this restaurant was the size of the table. It was a regular decent size table for two people so we could spread out the food and enjoy. We never felt cramped unfortunately like so many restaurants in Orange County these days. They do not have an impressive wine list however we brought a delicious wine that we enjoyed from Napa Valley This restaurant is the real deal honestly if you enjoy really authentic good Indian food this is where you want to dine . Haveli " the palace"

5 stars! A welcome addition to the Laguna Beach restaurant scene. The food and service were excellent. It was a cold, rainy day so we started with chai tea to warm up. It was so delicious and aromatic. You could tell it was homemade with fresh spices. For lunch, our group of 4 split a fried potato dish I can't remember the name of, fried fish, dal makhani, tandoori chicken, butter chicken, garlic naan, rice. All the food was so flavorful and fresh. The surprise favorite of mine was the cucumber salad which was crisp and refreshing with hints of cumin. They also serve wine and beer of which we had a few glasses. We also given an off the menu dessert I think was called "fruit cream" that contained mangoes, yogurt and saffron and it was perfectly light and sweet. A great way to end a delicious meal. The staff were warm and welcoming and Parking was so easy. This place is owned by two brothers and you can tell they take pride in every aspect of this place. I will definitely be back and tell others so this place can thrive.

Yelp took down my previous review because I labeled my experience at this establishment what it clearly was and they believed that that was derogatory. Instead of labeling it-- I will just state the facts and you can come to your own opinions. They served me clearly previously frozen samosas and naan bread along with paneer tikka masala that clearly hadn't been cooked in a tandoor. When I called them out about serving frozen food and not having a tandoor, the server lied to me profusely saying what I said was untrue. Then the manager heard this and came out and admitted I was right. He told me he would make us two paratha breads instead but I consistently told him no and that we weren't hungry enough. He also described his food as "North Indian food which is what is made for kings, not South Indian food like almost all other Indian restaurants" which is a blatantly false statement considering the US is primarily filled with almost strictly North Indian cuisine. The paratha he gave us was okay but he then proceeds to charge us for two orders even though I told him we didn't even want the bread, and we had only initially ordered a single naan bread-- at least he didn't charge us for the atrocious naan though. I hope this place doesn't continue lying to their customers, lowers their prices drastically, gets a real beer/wine list other than just offering a bottle of Budweiser and a glass of Merlot, and above all else stops serving frozen food. If I wanted frozen Indian food I would pay 1/6 the price at Trader Joe's.

Atmosphere: 5 starsI recently dined at Haveli Cuisine in Laguna Beach, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience! The atmosphere was lovely with soft, pleasant music that set the perfect ambiance. The restaurant was also spotless, which immediately made me feel comfortable and welcomed.Quality: 5 Star.I started with the white rice, which had a subtle hint of cinnamon--such a unique and delightful touch. Their Naan bread was fresh and warm, a perfect complement to the meal. The highlight for me was the chicken curry*. It was bold, rich, and packed with fresh, vibrant flavors that made each bite flavorful. I also tried lamb for the first time, and while the taste didn't quite align with my personal preferences, I could tell it was well-prepared and seasoned just right for those who enjoy lamb.Service 5 Stars.What truly set Haveli Cuisine apart was the outstanding service. The staff was incredibly friendly and polite, making me feel like I was their most important guest from the moment I walked in. Their warmth and attentiveness really enhanced the dining experience. I will definitely be returning to Haveli for another flavorful meal!Value: 5 Stars. Like Suchi, there is no cheap Indian food. For Laguna Beach, however, their price feel fair for the experience.

We came here after the sawdust festival and we were quickly greeted with friendly service and amazingly fresh food. The tandoori chicken was so juicy and aromatic and it paired well with th4 garlic Naan and basmatic rice.

Really amazing food right next to the Sawdust festival. Order the Chicken 65, it is so good! Got the tumeric tea which was very smooth and flavorful. Definitely gonna come back. Service was great, atmosphere was great, we got to look at the Laguna hills while eating!

I can't wait for this restaurant to succeed....wildly! Coastal Orange County, specifically Laguna Beach, has been missing out on high-quality, international flavors. This new addition to town will not disappoint. I honestly can't wait to come back. Flavor explosion! Tandoori Chicken and Tika Masala were my favorite dishes.

We have been here a couple of times - today for the lunch special for the first time. Delicious and great value! Two superbly spiced and creamy dishes (palak paneer and chicken tikka masala for me), naan and rice for $15 - in Laguna Beach?! Unheard of. The site itself is in a funky slice of the arts district and way chill. The heat content of the food defaults to mild, so if you like more spice, ask them to bring it up a notch - medium was divine in all our dishes. The staff was sweet and helpful and very pleasant - we'll be back! Thanks.

Came here tonight for dinner with my family and had a fantastic experience. From the waiting staff to the food the entire experience was spectacular. Food tasted very traditional and authentic, I was very pleased with our order. And the owners showed us a little Christmas love by hooking is up with some sweets on the house. We sat outside in their heated patio area with my dog and even say another party celebrating their daughters birthday and the waiting staff asked if they could play songs for her to make it special, I thought this gesture was quite sweet and you could tell it made the girls night. If I was local I'd be coming here routinely, but unfortunately I am passing though but next time I shall bring my mother. She'll be glad to know that one of her favorite restaurants from India is now here in CA. Kudos to the restaurant for taking care of us and giving us a memorable Christmas dinner experience, cheers.

We stopped by for lunch here on way to San Diego.The food is delicious including the appetizers and soup.The staff was very courteous and accommodated all our requests for customizing the food.The ambience is nice too.