Rangeen Kitchen in Laguna Niguel

Immediately when you walk in the door the aromatic fragrance awakens your salivary response. This little gem of a restaurant never disappoints. The food is delicious, presentation is gorgeous and the flavors are various and wonderful. It’s definitely a don’t miss when we are in the area. There are also plenty of GF, nut free and Vegan friendly dishes to appeal to my various familles needs.

Update: August 26,2023Looking for a mix of authentic traditional Indian dishes with a twist? Look no further! This hidden gem in the OC has gourmet style Indian food that tastes homemade. Small cozy place with a lovely, colorful decor. Excellent customer service and didn’t have to wait too long for food.The Beets & Figs salad has goat cheese, oranges, mint,  and roasted chipotle pumpkin seeds. Beautiful to the eye and tasted so yummy! The lamb meatballs were a great addition to this salad!The Matcha Shikanji was not our favorite. Too sour and not enough matcha. Liked the Marigold- passion fruit more.LOVE their Tikka Masala! This time I chose to get it with the lamb meatballs and medium heat! Just the right amount of spice and oh so flavorful!! Perfect over rice!The dessert platter is a MUST! Everything on it is not too sweet but has all the goodness and flavors. The mango mousse filled golgappa dipped in chocolate has a nice crunch with that liquid gold! The Kulfi was a delight! Loved the bits of pistachio in it! The Saffron & rose pana cotta was beautiful! The refreshing saffron rose pana cotta was firm and creamy. Great texture from the pomegranate, chia seeds, and pistachios. Tasted amazing!***********************************Chase the flavors!! Welcome to Flavortown!!My friends and I headed to Rangeen Kitchen, which has healthier Indian cuisine in the OC. They have a mix of authentic traditional Indian dishes with a twist. They have ample vegetarian, gluten free and vegan options.Fabulous flavors and tastes so fresh!! All dishes are made to order and absolutely delicious!! Love the decor with its bright colors. With our group of 8, we were able to move tables together easily.AppetizersGobi Manchurian (vegan)Fried cauliflower tossed in a sweet, tangy, spicy sauce made with ginger, chili, bell pepper and garlic. Super flavorful, crispy with the right amount of heat.Crispy Green ChaatCrispy fried greens and jalapeno rings with chutneys, sev, cilantro, onion, makhana mix, and tomato. It has a little kick of spice.Crispy Masala ShrimpCrunchy fried shrimp topped with Indian masalas.Lamb MeatballsFlavorful Indian spiced lamb meatballs on a bed of yogurt served with herbacious masala chimichurri. Very flavorful, crunchy on outside. Loved this!Main Dishes:Habanero Mango Chicken TikkaGrilled chicken smothered in sweet and spicy mango habanero sauce with scallions and bell peppers. Served with flavorful herb salad. Chicken was moist and juicy. Love that they grill their chicken separately so it has that grilled flavor.Fish TikkaGrilled fish filet cubes served with herb salad. Fish cooked perfectly.Lamb Meatball SandwichLamb meatballs served in a naan wrap with yogurt, herbacious chimichurri, spinach and fresh tomato. Meatballs are so flavorful. It’s served with fries but maybe would be better with a different side.Chana Masala (vegan)Soft chickpeas, cooked with warm spices and aromatics.Pineapple Tawa RiceBasmati rice, mixed with tender pineapple peppered peanut masala.Chicken Tikka Masala Curry:Moist and flavorful. The curry was perfect.The curry was layer upon layer of deliciousness.Chicken Korma CurryAsked for extra spicy. The curry had a great depth of flavor.The naan is freshly made. We had both the naan and garlic naan. So good!!The drinks are colorful and refreshing!Drinks: Marigold- passion fruit, Golden Soda Ginger Ale, Mango LassiDesserts:Chocolate Puffs With Mango Mousse:creamy, tangy. Light and delicate.It was a wonderful surprise with its very unique flavors and perfect to end the meal with.Our group had lots of fun and ate so much!!The food was delicious! The presentation was wonderful! The service was fantastic! Shoutout to the chefs, Fidel and Jaime and the owners, who were very welcoming!Can’t wait to go back and explore more dishes from the menu. This is a hidden gem in the OC!

I like Indian food and always looking out for the new place to try. This place is pretty interesting! Its a fusion Indian place but thhey also have traditional items. Its really good and the taste is very different but delicious at the same time. All dishes that we ordered was delicious. The server was nice. Had a good experience here. We got the naan crostini, saag lamb meat balls, chicken Tikka.

This is a splendid place to have some gourmet style Indian food.Everything in the menu is carefully curated and plated which speaks to the quality.There are no food colors and excessive heaviness in the dishes.I tried the crispy green chaat which was a burst of flavors, fresh ingredients and really lifts up your tastebuds.Gobi Manchurian is pretty good as well, less batter, more flavors.I lived the chicken tikka masala, the curry was perfect. It felt like eating homemade Indian food which is not very common among Indian restaurants here as they continue to butcher this dish but this one is going to bring me back here often!Mango Habanero chicken tikka was an interesting fusion ! Definitely worth trying!The dessert platter is a must. Everything on it is not too sweet but has all the goodness and flavors. My favorite was mango mousse filled golgappa dipped in chocolate.The owners are very humble and welcoming people and answer any questions you have regarding the dishes.Its a must visit!

Amazing quality and food presentation.As a foodie and someone who’s very particular about taste, this place has all of it. The presentation, and most importantly the taste is just amazing.It’s a must try if you are looking for a new twist to the Indian food.We recently did catering with them, and they not only provide you excellent food, on top also suggest on presentation and things to add in sides.Love it ❤️

I had the lovely experience of hiring Rangeen to cater my party of 140 people. The team did an absolute fantastic job creating a menu, coordinating the requirements and most importantly, delivering on fantastic food! So many of the guests complimented the food for the presentation, creativity and taste - it really was the talk of the party. It is an definite no-brainer to hire Rangeen for your next event. I guarantee I will be working with them again.

Recently had the pleasure of dining at Rangeen, a hidden gem that seamlessly blends traditional Indian flavors with a modern twist. From the moment I stepped inside, I was captivated by the warm and inviting ambiance that set the stage for a memorable dining experience.The menu at Rangeen is a testament to the chefs innovative approach to fusion cuisine. The diverse selection showcases a harmonious blend of traditional Indian spices and contemporary culinary techniques. Each dish is a masterpiece, carefully crafted to delight the senses.

We’ve visited here more than once. It’s impossible to get enough of this goodness! The food is beyond amazing! The staff is very friendly and attentive. Highly recommend visiting for lunch or dinner. We are so pleased with the flavor and every bite is divine. Marigold iced tea is refreshing and delicious. The dessert sampler is perfect for a celebration!

I have never been into the super spicy Indian food, so this restaurant Indi Cali is perfect for me, super tasty and not too hot. And you know it’s good food when you see Indian people eating there. Love adding this restaurant to our list of locals favorites.

What a little gem. This Wife/Husband run restaurant is delightful. Traditional Indian dishes with a twist. Small but quaint. Food came out fast and fresh. Staff was super attentive and kind.