Masala Express

My apologies my review was for Punjabi express , you're correct not sure why your business popped up. My mistake.

Went to their lunch buffet. There weren't as many choices as I had hoped for, but I liked how all the buffet trays had a metal cover on top. The samosas were just okay. Anything deep fried needs to be eaten searing hot out of the fryer, these had been sitting there for a few minutes and started to cool down.The tandoori chicken was perplexing. The first bit was dry, but as I ate other parts of the chicken it tasted a lot better. I figure this is the least common denominator of an Indian restaurant. I'd say it pretty good but not spectacular.The butter chicken was very good. But the highlight of my meal was the masala chicken. The meat was tender, juicy, and flavorful. After I finished off my first tray, I had a hefty second helping of this.The rice was excellent, as was the fresh garlic naan. The price before tip was around $14.For that 5th star, I would like to see goat and/or lamb dishes in the buffet.

My favorite place for lunch. They have a lunch buffet but their individual entrees are also good. My go to is the butter chicken and Chana masala.

Wow the flavors are amazing here! The prices are reasonable and the service is amazing too! This place is definitely one of the best places to eat in Merced! So many options and so so delicious! You will leave, full, satisfied, and with extras for lunch the next day! Enjoy!

Came here for the second time, and I have to say, I'm quite impressed so updating my review to add another star. This time we got some of our usuals, butter chicken, cheesy garlic naan, samosas, mango lassi and masala chai. The new items we tried were mint lassi and tandoori chicken. The tandoori chicken was delicious and came out on a sizzling plate! The mint lassi was not what I expected, so I asked the waitress if I can get a mango one instead and she delivered. The mango lassi is sooo good, probably one of the best I've had. Both the waitress and the gentleman working (owner maybe?) we're so attentive and nice, two thumbs way way up for them. They also added a backdrop wall for pictures, check it out next time you're there!

Fresh food, excellent service, and the ambiance is modern & cozy. The owner is really friendly and cares about his customers. He even offered to make our son a special dish that our son requested. Overall, I recommend this place to everyone who appreciates a delicious meal and comfortable time!

Very good quality Indian food, and service. Will be my go to Indian place in the area.

Excellent service. They were always checking if we needed something. Regarding the menu: With the word Express being in their name I thought that it was going to have 2 options in the menu (combo1 and combo2) , well I'm happy to announce I was wrong . The menu was full of options and they seemed very aware of costumers who might have allergies. The food was great I loved the garlic naan because it tastes like garlic. The chicken tikka masala was creamy and rather addicting. The navratan korma was sweet and full of flavor. The desserts were also delicious: The kheer was like any rice pudding delicious but honestly not world breaking. However I had never tried Gajar ka halwah and I am changed.Now the price was great 50$ for a bunch of food plus dessert.

Butter lamb is our go-to. Food is delicious and staff is very attentive. Overall very good place!

Paid 15.99 for shrimp pakora and got literally 6 shrimp:( So disappointed on their serving quantities!!!!