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Ajanta in Berkeley

4.2 (147) 1888 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707, United States

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Indian restaurant
South Asian restaurant
Vegetarian restaurant

Location on the map

Berkeley, Alameda County, California, US

Phone: +1 510-526-4373
Site: http://ajantarestaurant.com/

Opening hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:12–2:30 PM
Wednesday:12–2:30 PM
Thursday:12–2:30 PM
Friday:12–2:30 PM
Saturday:12–2:30 PM
Sunday:12–2:30 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.2

147 Reviews for Ajanta 2024:

Review №1

2023-08-08 06:05:18

The maitre d was quite helpful in understanding the various dishes. We were there on a Friday night but still got plenty of attention from the maitre d and the rest of the wait staff. The restaurant was not too noisy, so conversations were easy to understand.We started with the papadam which came with a mint-cilantro sauce. We also split an appetizer of tandoori scallops. The papadam was very fresh and crispy but a little too salty. The scallops were under cooked (as usual, but we had asked that they be cooked more towards medium). The sauce accompanying the scallops was very bland, having almost no taste at all.We got a glass of the Edelzwicker wine, which is a not-too-sweet blend of riesling, gewurz and pinot gris. That is a good complement to the spicy entrees.Our main entrees were Chicken Tikka Masala & the Chicken Biriyani. We had asked for a mild version of the biriyani but it was still pretty peppery. The raita helped lower the spice heat though. The chicken tikka masala was milder but the chicken itself was a little bit dry. The plain naan was very fresh and was a good way to get the last bits of the masala sauce.

Review №2

2023-12-03 12:08:10

Excellent food, friendly service, intimate atmosphere.Everything is cooked to perfection, they pay attention to detail.I have been going to this restaurant for many years, and the quality is always consistently superb.

Review №3

2019-05-18 04:01:27

Had a table for 5, family reunion. We each ordered different dishes, and all were tasty. There are vegan & vegetarian choices as well as chicken & seafood. Beer & wine were available with generous pour, and reasonable prices. Service was helpful and attentive. Easy parking if you are lucky like we were. Decor was interesting and appealing.

Review №4

2018-08-08 02:37:07

Mainly good food, however the lamb chops were not very flavorful. Other than that, everything was really good. The ambience was ok but the staff was pretty friendly.

Review №5

2023-07-09 18:36:30

Have you ever had to apologize to your friend because it was you who chose the restaurant?This was me who was embarrassed for the entire evening owing to lackluster food but more so for dreadful service shown. I have never felt so unwelcome in any restaurant.First the food, it lacked soul, felt bland (cough target audience cough)? Chicken biryani and alu tikki was ok, but navrattan korma was underwhelming . There was no richness in flavor, too watery. The portion was not as large as we are used to but still ok. But the most upsetting part was they did not even get the salt right. It was so awkward that I wish I too wore a mask like our server did to hide my disappointment. It got worse to the point my friend started recommending other food after one or two helpings! If the mood of the night was not already let down with food, it was made by the way the server hurried us that horrified me. The lady who was serving was too eager to hand us the bill. She showed the urgency of solo worker with upset stomach. Forget about vibes, atmosphere and socializing at restaurant, it felt so pushy, so bossy, we just surrendered our food and ended our awful experience. I think I owe my friend something for this dinner here ugh. Support this local business by recommending it to loud neighbors, obnoxious coworkers or your ungrateful ex .

Review №6

2022-01-18 17:43:11

Great food and hospitality. The owner of the restaurant took the order and he explained the history of the hotel which is been there from past 30 yrs. Must try!

Review №7

2018-06-28 17:11:25

Indian places are hard for me rats highly, I find them over priced and often not very good. Ajanta was on the upper end of process t even for Indian food, and really only two out of four dishes we had were excellent. The other two were borderline good. The naan was fine, but the chapati was not the best, and neither was the alloo paratha - the aloo paratha was actually bad. There are much better Indian restaurants to go in the Bay area and the Berkely area.

Review №8

2020-12-22 08:06:59

Serving best Indian foods in Berkeley! Due to COVID-19 hours and menus are limited but not the quality of food!!

Review №9

2019-08-09 05:35:53

Love this place! Refreshing take on Indian cuisine coupled with dainty plating, soothing music and ambient lighting. Truly a fine dining experience.We ordered veg samosa, eggplant dish (the name escapes me - jaam something), and prawn curry with Goan spices among other things. The chutneys served with the food and palak curry was one of the best ihave had in the East bay. The selection of icecream and herbals is decent.Must visit!

Review №10

2018-01-06 01:31:49

Lovely lunch menu in a peaceful setting. Generous portions, new things to try, popular standards, and a variety of vegetarian options.

Review №11

2023-08-11 18:25:39

It was two of us. The food was good and the service was hit and miss even though we were the only ones there for a while before other people came in. Decor is good.

Review №12

2022-07-19 22:46:12

Recently I was out & about with my hungry vegan friend and we were swiftly approaching the hour where you’re out of luck for takeout. We walked into Ajanta and the very nice person who was at the desk walked us through the options that could be made vegan. It was especially nice of him to make a point of swapping oil for butter on the bread rather than just giving it to us without. That kind of consideration is super nice when you’re dealing with dietary restrictions and we appreciated it a lot! Food was tasty and ready very quickly. I think it was very close to their closing time so it was very nice of them to fit us in.

Review №13

2023-04-13 03:53:56

After watching a Check Please, Bay Area episode and, not wanting to eat dinner with my thankless husband and son, I sought out Ajanta for a bit of good food, solitude and kindness. I found all of this at Ajanta. From the Taj Mahal beer, to the Dal Soup, to the Lamb Chops with fantastic chutneys and naan, to the kind people who served it. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

Review №14

2022-04-10 03:31:48

I was here 6 years ago and it was phenomenal! However, with these new owners, dumbed down ambience, amateur plating and flavorless curry, I’m sad to say as an Indian man that this is one of the worst Indian restaurants I’ve eaten at in my 37 years. The pub curry in the UK is better than anything on this menu.

Review №15

2016-09-15 01:10:35

Amazing experience. The food is delicious, the portions perfectly sized and flavors exquisite. We love Indian food and this is now our favorite Indian Restaurant in the Bay Area.The spiciness level can be selected from 1 to 5, so I went for 2 and it was perfect for an spice lover but without killing the flavors. Everything tasted fresh and it was delivered at a very good pace.The service was great and they helped us select dairy-free options for our entire meal.

Review №16

2020-01-19 05:51:35

Great atmosphere and service. The food is terrific. We shared four dishes and each was perfect, well balanced flavors, great textures!Desserts were a little less impressive, but this may have been related to our tastes vs the food. I will be returning.

Review №17

2018-09-23 18:28:50

The Best Indian food I have had in Bay area in last 6 years. Flavors are not typical and not tacky. Spices are not overpowering and ingredients are top notch while the prices are extremely reasonable. If you are city or peninsula, its worth the drive, trust me.

Review №18

2018-01-23 22:24:49

Very nice tasting menu with some real outstanding parts. We had the extremely reasonably priced prix fixe, which was plenty of food, but not too much as set meals can sometimes be. The food varied a bit in quality, but the least exciting dishes were good, and a couple items (the tandoori and scallops, for example) were really great.The most outstanding part of this meal was that the flavors were unusual for indian food, very tasty and quite unique.Id recommend it for an interesting and different take on Indian cuisine.As far as service and ambience, the ambience was nice but not fancy, and we found the service to be fine, if not remarkable.

Review №19

2022-09-12 17:00:25

Fantastic family run Indian restaurant serving delicious food. The portions were generous and the service was personalized. Highly recommended :)

Review №20

2023-02-12 19:01:46

We were the last ones out. They were so kind to wait on us. We had all the favorites; Tandoori, Tikka Masala, lamb. They had wine and beer in the bottle.

Review №21

2022-02-03 17:40:14

Outstanding tasting menu and very kind hospitality by the owner and family. We went there as a family and were blown away- they have done a perfect job keeping their food interesting and delicious with a great deal of variety even during difficult COVID times. The lamb and eggplant/brinjal (baadal jaam) were simply outstanding. Thank you Ajanta!

Review №22

2022-02-17 00:25:39

Best Indian food in the bay, by far! Delicious food, attentive service and great atmosphere. I come here often and they are always on point. Highly recommend it!

Review №23

2020-09-04 02:44:06

I am of Indian ancestry and when I dont want to cook my go to is Ajanta.I am familiar with dining in under the old owner. We even had a celebratory wedding dinner there years ago.They ownership has changed and the food has remained excellent.The new owners seem to be staying with the recipes from the former owner.Because of COVID19, I have only done take out and I look forward to dining in one day.

Review №24

2021-10-30 03:53:25

Ajanta is amazing in all respects - food, service, atmosphere! Having been to many Indian restaurants - including a handful with Michelin stars in New York and the Bay Area - none have come close to Ajanta. Don’t miss it if you’re in Berkeley!

Review №25

2022-04-10 03:44:28

The flavors for every single item we ordered were extremely... meh. I was surprised at how underwhelming everything tasted: the curry, naan, samosas — it was all bland and disappointing.I could comment on other aspects, but without good flavor it would be pointless — wont be eating here again. Sorry 😐

Review №26

2019-02-26 21:46:49

Good Indian restaurant. I think the endorsement by the local celebrity chef might have raised their profile and expectations, more than there is to it. Nevertheless food is good. They use fresh and local ingredients. They do play around with the flavors, still not wandering too far away from the norm. Expect a very good evening. Nothing more nothing less.

Review №27

2017-01-25 22:44:29

Very nice flavors at this upscale Indian restaurant. The portions are small compared to most other places in the bay area, but the food is excellent, if pricier than other places as well. Excellent service, and a good place for groups. The decor is classy - carpet, wall hangings, nice furniture, and the place feels intimate.

Review №28

2016-06-03 22:21:31

An Indian friend took me for lunch. Everything is served pretty and is delicious. We ordered medium spiciness which was not too spicy, pleasantly hot. The bread was unique, paper thin lentil based. Lamb excellent.

Review №29

2019-12-24 16:02:07

Nice and friendly place. Appreciate the papadams with chutney and pickles that we got complementary as a starting snack. For mains the Tandoori chicken was the low point in being a little dry but the taste was nice, both the lamb curry and saag paneer was very nice! Finally, they have two wines from India on the menu! We tried the sauvignon blanc which was nice without being special, fun to try though!

Review №30

2019-02-26 17:48:30

Definitely one of the better Indian Options in the area. Veggie and GF friendly. We opted for the prix fix. For the appetizer, they accommodated gf requests which was made us feel special given the menu was set. The mushrooms were a highlight appetizer.The rice was very aromatic and fun with a few veggies- something other Indian restaurants often miss. All four of the main dishes were incredible. The eggplant was amazing as well as the dairy based curries. Desserts are also standout including a sweet condensed milk variety with a few tapices and pistachios.The portions are on the slightly larger side -be green and bring your own takeaway containers... Also good selection if beers and wines, all reasonably priced.

Review №31

2017-08-30 17:02:06

This is truly an amazing Indian restaurant, I cant think of any North Indian restaurant in the US that is nicer than this. parking can be a challenge but no complaints. go by the staffs selection. The tastes are truly awesome, every item on the plate was awesome, we thought the quantity was less but it was a full course mean i would say it was an expertly put together full course menu with precise quantities enough to fill u up but at the same time create an interest in the next course.It was along drive for us but everyone was delighted the flip side was every meal we ate after this felt average. The service is truly personnel, will say dont judge just experience. it is exceptionalThere is a nice little super market behind this place just walk over.

Review №32

2019-09-17 05:22:04

We havent been to Ajanta for a long time and now there are new owners. We read the reviews before going and were so looking forward to eating lunch there. It did not look as beautiful as we remembered, it looked fairly dark except by the windows on a lovely day. We were quite disappointed with our Tandoori, it missed that special flavor . The shrimp nor thesalmon had much taste and the salmon although spicy still had little flavor. But good Tandoori it was not unfortunately.We did enjoy the dahl and pakora .But overall not the experience we hoped for. Farewell Ajanta, we will not be returning.Indian Food Lovers

Review №33

2018-11-04 04:47:50

My boyfriend and I dined here this evening for my birthday. The food was so-so at best. I ordered the shrimp, which were boiled and tasteless! My boyfriend had the scallops, which tasted better, though not great. Moreover, both of us ordered our meals with high medium spice, but neither dish tasted spicy. They were both very mild at best. For the price, the portion-size was stingy, each dish arriving with very few (as in 4-5 small- to medium-sized) scallops and shrimp. Finally, the service left much to be desired. The wait staff remained hurried, unattentive, unknowledgable, and at times even rude when asked any questions at all. This is now the third time weve dined at this once renowned Indian restaurant--each time with the same dissappointing experience on a special occasion. It is also our last time. There are far too many better choices than Ajanta.

Review №34

2012-09-04 03:23:29

Delicious Indian cooking with a subtle hand on the balance of the spices in every dish. They always have the standard favourites, but they mix up the menu to take advantage of local/seasonal produce. Definitely my favourite Indian restaurant in the Bay Area. The staff are friendly, the takeaway service is efficient, and theyre one of the few Berkeley restaurants that will do delivery (through ezdineinn).

Review №35

2016-02-02 08:17:06

It is a better than average Indian restaurant, but price adjusted it becomes just average. Food like most Indian Restaurant is very filling with the curry dishes. Waiters mostly have stern or indifferent faces, not happy campers. Dined there a couple times a year and have never been impressed. Bad wine there.

Review №36

2018-04-24 15:31:44

Good food, we ordered lamb, mixed vegetables and the lamb was tender and delicious. Be careful with the spice level, the low medium is spicy so would recommend very mild if you heat tolerance isn’t high

Review №37

2019-05-15 06:20:12

Horrible experience! Serve 5 small pieces of chicken tikka for $ 19 and above that chicken pieces were cold and hard. Rice was poor quality and food was so bland. Overall, the food is overpriced, low quality and quantity.Go to another Indian restaurant and you will get over 10 pieces of chicken for under $12-14.This is the first Indian restaurant I found that is made strictly for American only. If you like bland and tasteless it’s made for you. (Coming from an Indian).

Review №38

2018-10-13 03:18:31

Been here several times, now while up from San Diego to visit our son at Cal. Never disappoints!

Review №39

2017-03-21 19:07:08

Delicious place to grab some Indian food. The service staff was very friendly and very thorough. They accommodated our special request for lamb biryani when they only have a fixed menu (chicken biryani) so that was very kind of them. It is a more intimate setting and a great place for a date or an evening meal. They are Zagat rated and the food was delicious!

Review №40

2019-07-22 22:00:55

Expensive, high-end Indian regional food served in a really beautiful setting with a staff who understands Indian food, and chefs who you can tell go that extra mile in procuring fresh ingredients, and superior spices. Mango Lasse is made fresh, and the Naan is a step above the rest. I highly recommend this place, but be warned. It can get pricey, but its worth it.

Review №41

2020-03-07 20:39:31

Its a mixed bag.The service makes you wonder if you offended someone.The hot chutney served as condiment is truly amazing.The chai tastes like it was mildly exposed to tea leaves.The lamb and naan were really good.The chicken chaat was cold (I mean cold like a refrigerator, not even room temperature). Maybe thats how its supposed to be but wasnt expecting it.The gulab jamun was crusty and powdery inside.The ice cream was good.Finally, the check makes you wonder if it was worth it 🤔Truly a mixed bag.

Review №42

2019-08-26 03:08:02

Ordered via uber eats on friday night. The chicken tikkas were raw ( uncooked ) and not exactly cheap. We had request em to be spicy but turned out to be very bland. Not sure what the hype is and why it’s so $. Probably best to eat at the restaurant. Only saving grace was the dal makhani which was tasty.

Review №43

2016-06-21 21:43:33

As a regular for half a decade, I can attest that Ajanta is a cut above every other Indian place I have been to in the Bay Area. To be clear my perspective is that of a non-Indian American. Every dish I have tried has been very good to great. My only criticism is that I have always ordered the spicy level as mild / medium (their desired description), which results in the usual heat level I like, but occasionally is too mild or spicy. This place always gets packed, so plan ahead or be prepared to wait.

Review №44

2019-04-15 04:18:37

Amazing service, with a lot of love and friendliness. The first dishes of aloo tiki and tandoori mushrooms are sensational. Food itself was good but not sensational. A bit expensive but not over the top. Well worth the great experience

Review №45

2008-04-13 03:09:13

The food here is really amazing. It is flavorful and spiced to perfection. How well the spices and flavors combined was impressive. The sauces and chutneys that came with the entrées were excellent. The rice was presented nicely in two small scoops on each plate. The atmosphere was pleasant (This surprised me because it looked a little dingy/cheap from the picture on their website.); the seating was comfortable; the acoustics were fairly good. The food was very filling, but not heavy. (Four of us shared two appetizers and three entrées, and it was more than enough food!)What I tried:Vegetable Samosa: Unlike other samosas Ive had, these were not oily. The pastry was pretty much perfect, flaky, not to thick and crunchy.Papadam: The wafers themselves were tasty, but what I really enjoyed was the mint-cilantro sauce that came with them. It was fresh and delicious.Bheh, Khumbi Aur Matar: This was my first time trying lotus root. Its good, something like a more flavorful water chestnut.Saag Paneer: Not oily. The cheese was smooth and not too heavy.

Review №46

2013-11-19 22:38:05

Before I came here for the first time I was adamant about the fact that I did not like indian food. This place quickly changed my mind and I learned that I do happen to like good indian food. :)This has to be one of my favorite places to eat in Northern California - I absolutely cannot recommend it enough to people. I dont think that you can go wrong with anything on the menu, but I tend to lean towards lamb dishes with creamier sauces (read: less spicy, since Im a wimp). I also highly recommend that you try the Kulfi for your dessert. It is out of this world delicious and will rock your world.Yes, this place is a little pricey, but it is absolutely worth every dollar. It is one of the few places that I dont mind paying extra for the decadence of the food they provide. If you are looking to treat yourself or challenge your notion that you dont like Indian food, this is your spot.

Review №47

2015-02-06 18:01:23

Your best bang for buck here is a lunch meal.Ajanta has a more upscale but not pretentious dining atmosphere since its pretty casual.Everything here is good, but my all time favorite is the Chicken Makhanwala.Choose your level of spice wisely, they can make your dish mild or hot.If you like things hot, order a Mango Lassi to tame the fires brewing in your mouth

Review №48

2015-03-13 23:43:16

Pros:- chicken tikka masala (not too creamy & not too chunky)- mangalore chicken curry (super tender chicken)- gulab jamun (dense doughnuts soaked in syrup)- entrees come with a plate of rice, palek paneer, and 1/2 naan- extremely attentive staff- fancy decor (especially for the reasonable price of the meal)- very quick service (3 course meal was over in 45 min, although we stayed longer and they didnt mind)- authentic Indian food*Cons:- haha no complaints hereBottom line: My favorite Indian food in Berkeley/Albany. They bring out the food so quickly and the restaurant feels busy, but when you take a bite, time seems to slow down as each layer of flavors melts in your mouth. I always have a great experience here and I cant wait to share this gem with others.* My Indian friend A.P. was visiting family in New Delhi when he stopped to grab a bite at a modest restaurant where ate the best chicken tikka masala he had ever tasted. No other restaurant had come close until he tried the chicken tikka masala at Ajanta. A.P. loved it so much that he took his parents here just 3 days later.

Review №49

2019-08-21 18:52:18

A restaurant is like a spaceship and sometimes they depart for lands none of us would want to visit. This crew has been stewing in their own juice for so long that they all lost all contact with planet Earth. But where did they go? I am not quite sure but my guess is planet Garlik in the Révolta nebula. The pungent, bitter to the point of acrid smoke taste of old garlic permeated their signature eggplant dish, to say nothing of the garlic naan. Appetisers were mediocre to average, portions on the meager side. Main dishes unremarkable and overpriced. The service was ill timed and intrusive since the waiter kept removing dishes while we were bravely trying to chew our way to the bitter end. If you want to pay top dollar for a space trip to Tandoori Bizarro, Ajanta will get your there, guaranteed.

Review №50

2014-12-07 04:55:32

Ive given Ajanta 3 stars mostly for the style and ambiance of the restaurant, which is just what an Indian restaurant should be. However, sadly, the food disappointed, with watery sauces, fatty chicken and limited flavour. Im sure they can do better.

Review №51

2016-06-28 06:45:12

Top of the line for upscale Indian dining on Solano Avenue, highly rated. White table cloths etc. The place to take company you want to impress. The food is good but the Khana Peena across the street is just about equally good and is more relaxed in atmosphere and price.

Review №52

2013-06-15 17:23:04

I went to the restaurant with a female friend. My food arrived barely warm and when I told the waiter, he put his finger into my rice to check the temperature. His attitude was arrogant, that perhaps I was lying, he did not believe me.The plate, of which I had taken one small bite of rice, was returned to me after microwaving. UGGGG he had touched my food. I was fearful of returning it again since the waiter acted so rude. Was it because we were females???? Was I a lower cast???Also the chickpeas which are served with the vegetarian meal were hard, a bit crunchy and I my opinion undercooked.Servings were small and even with an appetizer, I was able to finish my full meal (I weigh 110lbs and am a small eater, often not able to finish even half a meal at other restaurants.Needless to say, I will not return.

Review №53

2016-03-29 03:10:00

Excellent service and food. Dishes were not oily, and menu was filled with interesting choices. Great place to stop by if youre visiting Berkeley, or looking for a lunch or dinner place on the way to Sacramento.

Review №54

2013-07-09 15:22:17

I went here for dinner on a Monday with a friend and his family.For appetizers, we had the scallops, chicken chaat, and portobello. For my main, I had the Goa Prawns with Tamarind. I also ordered a mango lassi.The lassi, the scallops, and the portobello were the highlights of the meal. The portobello was rich and extremely flavorful. The scallops were sweet and perfectly cooked.The prawns were good, but they werent as flavor or sweet as I was expecting. The tamarind was too subtle IMO.The service was generally good, but my meal was served 5+ minutes after everyone elses, which was a bit awkward.

Review №55

2012-03-18 00:00:00

The most unique Indian food around, but the staff only seems cheerful when I hand them my crediti card. But, I dont come for the service, I come for to step away from the usual over creamed versions of Indian food that one usually finds at Indian restaurants.

Review №56

2013-04-26 00:22:35

Spicy aromas greet you when you open the door to Ajanta. The food is always superb, the service friendly even if crowded. I have a particular fondness for two of their Tadoori specials, the Portabello mushrooms and fresh asparagus, grilled and served with a yummy, fluffy sauce. They have monthly specials that are always worth trying. Finish with the cardamom gelato!

Review №57

2013-10-05 18:37:36

As an indian myself I didnt like the food very much here. This place is cheap but food is horrible and spoils the reputation of indian cuisine. Everything tasts like frozen,ready made no flavor at all. Particularly Deserts. It was a spoiler for me. Guys please improve your food quality!!

Review №58

2017-07-31 23:07:35

To be honest, I am incredibly weak so almost everything on the menu isnt for me, however the food that I have has is really wonderful. My parents still go there for date nights every few months and they absolutely adore it, suggesting it to all their friends.

Review №59

2013-08-03 05:05:33

This is some of the best indian food I have ever had in the United States. I live in the UK for 2 years and was privy to best indian food in the world and this is the closest place in the states that I could find. I was traveling to Chabot College to meet a general contractor and had this for dinner. Please if you are a fan of indian food, visit Ajanta!

Review №60

2023-01-10 23:41:27

Such good food and service. Ive been going there for years and they are always a great choice

Review №61

2020-01-19 06:50:26

Excellent dishes, served rather promptly tonight. But it was a little later in the evening. Desserts were... OK. Nothing spectacular for this western palette.

Review №62

2017-04-04 21:29:16

Pricy and a little upscale but- oh my god- truly the most delicious Indian food Ive ever had. Baingan bharta, tandoori portobello mushroom and korma are out of this world!

Review №63

2021-04-24 20:57:57

Ajanta has definitely become one of my favorite Indian restaurants in Berkeley since I moved here...Very efficient and friendly service...In terms of food quality, they really stand out... The best saag paneer I ever had outside India...Also love their chicken tikka masala, lamb korma, Goan salmon curry, samosa and masala chai!!!

Review №64

2013-09-27 23:06:53

Horrible for vegetarians. The items are smelling as if it has been prepared 2 days earlier.Worst worst and worst. If I would have been given a chance to chose 0 rating, it would be helpful to rate this hotel accurately here. Please dont go. It sucks !!!

Review №65

2022-08-24 15:22:31

Delicious!!! Loved every bit of my take out. Best on Solano, possibly in Bay Area.

Review №66

2018-04-09 02:49:13

We come here a lot. Good pumpkin curry which we order with unfried tofu. Nice specials, often a mango salad.

Review №67

2019-05-26 18:04:37

Good. Service was very nice. Scallops were slightly overcooked. Tandoor dishes should be brought last so they dont overcook.

Review №68

2017-10-19 22:31:47

Very good Indian food. Their tasting menu is good when you want to try lot of different recipes.

Review №69

2018-11-05 05:58:46

This most flavorful of Indian restaurants in the Bay area-- with unusual dishes from many regions of the subcontinent-- is still excellent.

Review №70

2019-05-18 01:13:16

Weekly date nights with my wife are always a pleasure. Fresh food, friendly staff and beautiful ambiance. I hope this place stays around for a long time.

Review №71

2015-07-03 06:27:22

Pretty good indian food, a step above the carry-out/delivery/buffet stuff you see so much around Berkeley. Nice ambiance.

Review №72

2011-11-26 04:50:58

Lamb khorma was delicious and very well spiced. Reasonably priced, good service. Chicken tikka wasnt as good as everything else. Will return.

Review №73

2018-09-23 02:42:04

As an person who grew up Indian food and eaten at dozens of indian reasturants, I found this place unauthentic and bland. If you want real indian food go to South Bay instead

Review №74

2013-10-09 00:00:54

Horrible experience, People who were serving were not even bothered. Not a good place to eat if you really need authentic Indian taste.

Review №75

2017-10-29 01:38:15

Food is very good and its not spicy at all. I had to have them give me green peppers on the side to get my spicy on.

Review №76

2016-07-10 14:06:53

One of the best Indian restaurant of California. Original cuisine with renewed choice month after month. Highly recommended

Review №77

2016-08-03 17:07:54

Unbelievably GREAT. For someone who doesnt like curry, I can find a MYRIAD of wondrous flavors here. Thanks, Sis Patrice, for taking me here!

Review №78

2022-09-12 17:23:12

Friendly curtious staff. The crunchy chicken salad was delicious.

Review №79

2016-07-11 01:02:12

Upscale Indian cuisine in a lovely environment. Much better than standard Indian food, would happily return!

Review №80

2016-10-02 04:02:51

Literally my favorite Indian restaurant on the planet. Great service, decent prices, wonderful location, nice ambience, and phenomenal food.

Review №81

2023-03-03 22:30:45

The meal was excellent and the owner is very friendly!

Review №82

2015-01-19 19:30:54

Head and shoulders above ALL of the other Indian places Ive eaten. When my wife and I still lived in Berkeley we would go here at least once a month.

Review №83

2019-11-28 21:02:42

Good variety of Indian food. Many vegetarian options. Warm, elegant ambiance.

Review №84

2005-04-18 00:00:00

One of the best indian places in the east bay. consistently good with a good if not exciting menu.

Review №85

2013-04-25 18:23:15

Best Indian food in the Bay Area often prepared with locally sourced or organic ingredients.

Review №86

2017-07-24 00:12:11

Tandoori portabella mushroom appetizer is heavenly! Id go back just for that. Good veg options.

Review №87

2014-11-14 04:09:56

Excellent food with some interesting options we havent found elsewhere. But its pricey, and the service was perfunctory.

Review №88

2011-03-15 00:00:00

Best Indian restaurant in the Bay Area. Menu changes monthly. Great spicing.

Review №89

2017-07-09 01:31:17

As usual delicious food, and I had to have mild which they provide reliably. Pleasant attentive staff.

Review №90

2018-06-08 20:56:02

Beryani was not like an indian food. I ate beryari sevral time but this one was the worse one.

Review №91

2013-04-04 06:35:39

Went there today for the first time and liked the service, food quality and the location (ample parking space available - its just outside the downtown berkley area).

Review №92

2017-03-18 06:31:31

Was our favorite Indian. Kitchen has lost excellence with new team. Disappointing!

Review №93

2018-08-04 16:06:47

Good food but sugar in the recipes leaves me feeling less-than-great afterwards.

Review №94

2012-07-16 05:43:22

Great food with excellent prices. Small intimate location with very attentive staff and quick service.

Review №95

2018-07-16 21:25:22

Curry chicken is phenomenal ~you choose the level of spiciness

Review №96

2019-03-30 04:24:47

Very good food though a bit pricey. Reservations needed on weekends.

Review №97

2017-12-27 04:40:21

Always great Indian food in a pleasant atmosphere.

Review №98

2019-07-17 15:09:34

The food here is simple and to the point, and the staff is very nice.

Review №99

2017-02-10 21:43:47

Excellent Indian food with a nod towards traditional.

Review №100

2019-09-20 07:14:54

Still the best Indian food in the East Bay!

Review №101

2021-09-02 05:04:42

Excellent and unique indian food!

Review №102

2009-03-23 00:00:00

The best indian in the east bay. teeny portions are the only flaw.

Review №103

2013-04-28 04:29:40

Superb food served by a very professional staff at really reasonable prices.

Review №104

2018-01-11 12:56:50

Curries are great. I would have liked a bit of education about the difference.

Review №105

2018-04-08 01:21:29

Drive across Berkeley for this spot... Do yourself a favor, and have a hot cup of fresh chai.

Review №106

2009-03-03 00:00:00

Great indian food. portions a bit small.

Review №107

2017-01-25 16:41:26

One of the best indian food place in berkely.

Review №108

2017-06-08 09:23:01

Great tasting authentic food & service!

Review №109

2018-09-28 16:11:10

Fine food, friendly service, pleasant atmosphere

Review №110

2016-08-02 02:12:19

Very flavorable food, and attentive staff.

Review №111

2018-11-09 04:21:08

Tandoori lamb kabobs were delicious.

Review №112

2017-02-22 05:52:40

Extensive detail in preparation with exquisite results, will continue to visit.

Review №113

2023-10-22 03:11:21

Excellent!

Review №114

2018-06-03 20:11:17

Great food - always changing menu

Review №115

2021-11-07 23:01:55

Still the best Indian in Berkeley.

Review №116

2018-04-21 20:53:45

Excellent food, been around forever.

Review №117

2016-03-22 21:56:53

Quality, expansive, changing menu, expensive Indian food.

Review №118

2019-12-09 03:08:50

Great food, friendly service.

Review №119

2021-08-09 00:15:12

Great food and great service!

Review №120

2017-03-15 12:17:17

The tandoori scallops are out of this world.

Review №121

2018-06-19 01:39:23

Delicious! Try the mango lassi!

Review №122

2018-03-07 10:00:10

Best Indian food in Berkeley

Review №123

2017-10-23 20:06:38

Good food

Review №124

2011-12-06 21:54:12

Just great. No complaints.

Review №125

2018-04-21 04:59:38

Great authentic India food

Review №126

2017-08-09 05:12:50

Authentic and incredibly delicious.

Review №127

2017-03-04 06:14:39

Delicious. Amazing. Yes.

Review №128

2019-01-04 09:25:26

Amazing.

Review №129

2017-03-03 22:48:21

Wonderful Indian food.

Review №130

2017-11-30 17:39:24

Average food with bad service

Review №131

2020-12-31 20:57:47

Best Indian food on Solano

Review №132

2018-06-18 16:42:57

So so. Will not go back.

Review №133

2017-04-08 20:37:15

Terrible experience food was burnt

Review №134

2017-09-13 23:59:54

Cool front door.

Review №135

2017-12-03 22:29:56

Expensive but worth it!

Review №136

2018-10-28 21:24:24

Always a delicious meal

Review №137

2016-11-15 05:21:49

Healthy and delicious!

Review №138

2018-02-19 15:58:31

Good food and service

Review №139

2017-01-26 21:01:04

Great food!

Review №140

2019-08-12 05:39:26

Best food restaurant.

Review №141

2018-01-02 02:09:24

Over priced Indian

Review №142

2017-02-27 18:19:50

The food is great

Review №143

2019-12-30 22:55:35

This is the first time that garlic naan is so delicious! The seafood curry is also very delicious~ 👍 The mutton curry smells a bit like lamb, so take a look! Its an authentic Indian restaurant, so it seems to be a place very loved by locals.

Review №144

2018-01-11 04:41:08

Delicious food with quick service

Review №145

2022-07-21 02:50:58

Review №146

2019-11-14 14:54:58

Very good there.

Review №147

2019-04-05 04:54:19

Excellent Tandoori