A little hole-in-the-wall gem with seriously delicious Pakistani/Indian food and highly recommend anyone craving Indian/Pakistani! My husband and I stopped by Al Noor and were pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed the food. It's definitely a small, no-frills kind of spot, but sometimes those are the places that serve some of the most comforting and flavorful food. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala, and it was SO good. The chicken was flavorful and the creamy, spiced sauce was absolutely perfect with the butter and garlic naan. The naan was warm, soft, and had just the right amount of garlic and buttery goodness to soak up all that sauce. Add in a mango lassi on the side, and it was such a satisfying meal. Usually places have their mango lassi on the thicker side but I liked the way Al Noor did it because it had a perfect liquid/thickness ratio in my opinion. My husband ordered what I believe was the Lamb Curry, and he enjoyed it as well. I'm personally not a huge fan of lamb, so I didn't try much of his dish, but when I asked him which one he would choose if he could only have one, he said he'd actually go with my Chicken Tikka Masala... so I think that says something! We even got another order to-go since it was savory and wanted us wanting more for dinner. One thing I found really interesting was that they brought out cucumbers and onions as an appetizer. I actually asked our server what they were for because I wasn't familiar with that tradition and haven't seen any other places serve these before at other Indian spots. She explained that they're commonly enjoyed as a little snack alongside the meal. I thought that was such a fun cultural touch and something I wouldn't necessarily expect when dining out. Overall, Al Noor is exactly the kind of unassuming, neighborhood hole-in-the-wall that I love discovering. The food was flavorful, comforting, and delicious without needing a fancy atmosphere or presentation to make an impression. Definitely giving this place 5 stars especially for that Chicken Tikka Masala, naan, and mango lassi combo! I'd happily come back for another plate. As for parking, the plaza was small but has enough parking spots. But if not, I would park across in the other plaza and just walk over. read more

Tikka masala - very good, chicken is white breast meat. It is cooked in large chunks and if eaten whole will be dry. So you need cut it up into small pieces and eat it. The creaminess of the sauce will make it taste great Palak paneer - good. Used quite a bit of dhal. Paneer pieces are huge also. I also recommend cutting this up into small pieces so it is more distributed Garlic naan - okay Strip mall parking in front. Was kinda gassy after eating read more

Al-Noor could so easily be a 5, you hate to see it, but hopefully they can turn a couple moves in the kitchen and reach stardom. I'll start with the good: all the curries are fantastic. They're thick, they're flavorful, they hit you with the right spice. Normal spice is a white man's medium high so they got their base down which is more than half the battle. They cook the Paneer just right. And really enjoyed the Bartha! That The not so good: the chicken is way overcooked, I don't know if it's breast or thigh, but it definitely tasted like a dried out breast. Possibly using the tandoori and just dropping it into the gravy, but a perfectly cooked chicken thigh would take the chicken tikka masala to the moon. Second, the Paneer portion size was a joke. Maybe six cubes in the whole deal. Needs to be at least double. I'm ready to try again you gotta protect your meats! read more

We were in the area and craving Indian food and saw this place come up. It didn't disappoint, the food was really good and came out within minutes after ordering. My favorites were the Chicken Tikka Masala and Chicken Tikka Kabob, they were flavorful and the chicken was tender. We came on a weekday dinner and it was busy with takeout orders. ig: @cravingswithcat read more

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Call the restaurant before ordering through UberEats to make sure they put boneless white meat chicken in their Chicken Biryani and Chicken Talat Ghosht and the owner or the manager said YES they do but maybe he didn't understand me or something because I received both items with bone in dark meat chicken and on top of that the dishes didn't taste good either! When I called the restaurant back, the owner said he wasn't the one I talked to and nobody knew who I talked to earlier so I'm just gonna leave it at that !!! I usually don't give 1 star often unless the place deserves it and THIS place truly deserves it !!! read more

Al-Noor - Chicken Tala Gosht NOT Good !!! - Indian Near Me - Lawndale, California

Ambiance: it's an old fashioned restaurant located in a shared busy plaza, limited parking spots, this location is more for takeout orders Service: impatient and rushed to place the order, server only wanted to talk to guys and sort of reluctant to serve female guests, unwelcoming and dismissive vibe Food: classic selections for Indian food, the mix has the best value Tandoori Mix Plate - *** A mixture of tandoori items, two pieces of each items, Chicken Tikka Kabob - **** with bone, marinated chicken legs and thighs cooked in clay oven, tasty, recommend Chicken Reshmi Kabob - * boneless, tender marinated chicken breast cube pieces cooked in clay oven, so dry and rubbery Boti (Bihari) Kabob - *** Marinated boneless beef stakes cooked in clay oven, average Seekh Kabob - **** Marinated ground beef kabobs cooked in clay oven, flavorful, recommend Lamb Qorma - *** Cubed pieces of lamb mildly spiced then prepared in onion sauce, not spicy but very salty Plain Rice - *** steamed saffron rice, average Garlic Naan - *** barely tasted warm and not crispy, not made freshly Price: moderate portions and affordable prices, although not worth the food quality, expect $25~$30 per person read more

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I've been meaning to go this restaurant since I read Jonathan Gold's original review and hearing from another foodie that their naan was perfect. The restaurant looks like a run down middle school cafeteria without the steam trays. Cold white lighting. The service was friendly but getting refills took too long. I've not been in a sit down restaurant in years that won't give tap water. They lost a star for this. As for the food. We ordered the tandoori mix sizzling plate and chicken tikka masala, and a couple of naan (plain and garlic). The sizzling plate was a big miss. The tandoori chicken was leathery. The beef items were dry and crumbly. The chicken in the tikka masala was mediocre. The curry sauce was tasty. The naan was light had a nice texture. The garlic naan was disappointing because it didn't taste of garlic. If I ever mind myself at this place, I'd probably try the butter naan. Bottom line, will I be returning of my own accord? No. Would I refuse to go if someone wanted to go? Also no. The place has Johnathon Gold's review on their menu, however, I'm not sure if Gold would write the same review today on that s place. There are better restaurants in the South Bay. read more

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We were really excited about this place, but the chai tasted like milky cardboard and the lamb stew was just so salty with 3 pieces of meat. The chicken tikka was okay and so was the naan. The samosas were good read more

Al-Noor has the best Indian food in the area. They are quick and get the order right every time. We've never dined in because we only started going after the pandemic shutdown when many businesses converted to take-out only. The restaurant looks big from the doorway. read more

service upon seating was good. the man taking our order was patient in helping us make selections and deciding which spice level to get. however, we were not approached at all until we were finished and asked for 2 boxes to go. after asking, the same man came over 2 more times within the next 5 minutes to ask if we needed more boxes as we were already packed up and paying despite no more food laid out. the intention may have been good but found it a little odd. the mango lassi was delicious and very refreshing. although the samosas were smaller than expected, they were tasty and reasonable for the cost. we ordered 2 garlic naan which was perfect for the portion sizes. the chicken in both dishes were nice and tender too. although it was my first time trying the qorma which was good, my friend said it wasn't the best she had. i liked the chicken biryani but found it spicy for my preference (medium), and would probably choose a milder option next time. overall the portions were good and we were able to split this among two meals for both of us. read more

Al-Noor - chicken samosas - Indian Near Me - Lawndale, California

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We ordered take out/delivery. Chicken biryani Goat biryani Bhindi masala (okra) rice and a naan. It came with cucumber and onion salad with a mint chutney sauce which was really delicious. The food was very flavorful, though it leaned heavier than my personal preference. Others who enjoy heartier Indian dishes may appreciate it more. The person who took our order on the phone was very kind and helpful. read more

YUMMM!!! What a great way to end the work week! It's been an insane week at work. I always pass by this place on the way home. Tonight I gave it a try for the first time. Score! For drinks I had the cucumber mint lemonade. It's their newest drink. So delicious! It's cold, refreshing, and delivers a burst of flavor in your mouth. A must try! For food I had the chicken tikka masala (mild), half rice, and garlic naan. They also give you a small side salad. The garlic naan was the best I've ever had. So moist and not burnt like a lot of other places. You can easily pull it apart with your fingers as it screams, "eat me! eat me!", with delight. The chicken tikka masala's flavor was amazing! I like to try things mild first to see how they taste. Some places serve bland food and mask it with spiciness. Not here. The flavor is all there. Next time I think I'm going to adventure on the wild side and try the medium and then possibly the spicy. The included salad was simple yet so satisfying. The dressing is definitely unique and packs a punch with the spice level but... I like it. *wink* *wink* hahhaa. The rice was perfection. I hate it when it's not cooked enough and too mushy or overcooked and hard. Originally I was going to eat half tonight and then the other half tomorrow but... I know myself. I would just go to bed, wake up in the middle of the night thinking about it, then not be able to go back to sleep until I finished the rest because it would keep calling my name from the kitchen. Hahahaha. I didnt get to see the inside because I got it to go but I'll let you guys know in an update. The staff there is great and they seem like a very nice family. As I've always said, I'm a huge supporter of family businesses. I'm soooo happy I gave this place a shot. I am not only coming back, I'm definitely going to have them cater some of my parties. Enjoy! read more

Extremely disappointed. I thought maybe I just ordered wrong but all the items were terrible. Chicken Biryani had just the bones with no meat on it. And tikka masala had dry breast meat. Also had the samosas which again was dry. And to top they only put one small sauce container with all the food. Probably the worst Indian I've had. Which is a shame because there are so many better restaurants in the area. I'm really confused by the reviews. read more

Ambiance: Not much for ambiance. A typical ma and pa Indian food joint. Simple and clean decor in a small strip mall Food: What they miss in ambiance they more than make up with the food. Besides you don't eat ambiance. I had the chicken tiki masala and the garlic naan and both were amazing. In fact I live more than 500 miles from here but whenever I'm in town they are a must. Home cooked goodness! Service: 8/10 for service Parking: Parking is ok but during busy times you may have to park across the street. Overall: I love this place. Good food. Good portions and reasonably priced. read more

Al-Noor - Inside - Indian Near Me - Lawndale, California

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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. read more

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What a treasure Al Noor is! It's a small mom & pop shop which offers quality delicious food. I was a little worried we showed up too late as it was an hour before closing but I am happy to report that we did not feel rushed at all when ordering or dining in. We started with vegetable pakora which were crispy and flavorful. The mint chutney was not overpowering and really balanced out the tanginess of the other sauce which I'm not sure what it's called but it was tart and spicy (not too spicy). This time I wanted to try the Chicken Tala Gosht, spicy, under their special menu. The chicken was shredded so it really allowed more of the flavors to marinate in the meat. The Chicken Tikka Masala, mild, is something we alway order and it never disappoints. Perfectly complemented with the Garlic Naan and Biriyani. Not pictured but we also had chicken biriyani and kheer rice pudding. It sounds like they sold out of the kheer for the day but they make have been making a fresh batch for preparation the next day because the host explained to us that the pudding is normally served cold, but if we're still interested, we could try it hot/warm. He also mentioned that his mom would serve it warm so it's equally as enjoyable in different temperatures. When it was brought out, we were instructed to stir well. I'm sure the consistency is thicker once it's refrigerated but it reminded me of champurado. The rice was creamy and smooth. Surprisingly there were no nuts but I did find a cardamom pod. You know when someone can't sleep and they drink warm milk to help? I would rather have this. It was so flavorful! I think it was such a treat and it felt like we got an item from a secret menu. We had an amazing time and the pudding was a perfect way to end the night. read more

Al-Noor - Vegetable Samosa - Indian Near Me - Lawndale, California

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I dined at Al-Noor when a friend who enjoys Indian and Pakistani food as I was leaving on a flight from LAX. This place is close enough to the airport that it will now be an option when near there. The food was very flavorful. I even ordered two I items to take home after our meal to enjoy the following day. Prices are reasonable and portions are generous. Service is good, but it is a pretty plain place, a kind of family like, very casual atmosphere, and the kind of place to go to just for the food. read more

This was my first time ordering Al Noor and I was pleasantly suprised. I ordered the Chicken Biryani. The portion was huge! The chicken was well seasoned and very juicy. The rice was fluffy and delicious. They also added a nice Cucumber salad which was a nice surprise. Overall I thought the food was fantastic and the price very reasonable. I will definitely be ordering from Al Noor again. read more

Al-Noor - Chicken Biryani - Indian Near Me - Lawndale, California

A solid place to order to-go from when craving Pakistani/Indian food. I've tried their food both in person & to go & food tastes pretty much the same but it's always more comfortable & convenient to eat in the comfort of home. We also noticed portions might be bigger to go, but until recently things might have changed bc the curry container seemed a little smaller. We usually get the chicken tikka masala, tala gosht, garlic naan (not super garlicky, so if you wanna save your penny just get plain), chicken jal farezi, & chicken karahi. The mango lassi is also good but kind of pricey (other places still w/ $4-5), so only as a treat occasionally. The dishes don't come w/ rice so we usually also order the plain rice & garlic naan. We've ordered from them multiple times & I don't think any experience was bad. They wrap the food pretty good so there was never any bad spillage issues just occasional oil marks in the plastic bag, which is understandable. It's always a plus when they give us the sides for free hehe like the mango chutney, achar (very intense flavor), or mint cilantro sauce. My favorite is the mint sauce w/ the raw onions & cucumber (chef's kiss in refreshing your palate from all the oils). It's also more delicious if you spritz some lemon juice on it. The biggest thing that stops us from eating it often is that Indian food dishes are on the pricier side ($16-18) since they don't include rice & sometimes the meat to sauce ratio is far off or the meats aren't cut enough to feel like it justifies the price point. read more

I think they've got non-indians / Pakistanis cooking because quality or flavor isn't the same. The chicken Tikka masala curry was not hitting like it used to. It was watery tasting. Plus this reataurant needs a makeover. Bathroom was dirty. Yuck. Never again! read more

Al-Noor - Chicken Tikka masala...watery tasting - Indian Near Me - Lawndale, California

The food was authentic, delicious and unique. This establishment has garnered accolades from all levels of the culinary scene and did not disappoint. Be wary of the oiliness of some of the dishes, if you have a sensitive stomach consider avoiding certain plates. read more

Al-Noor - Garlic and Butter Naan - Indian Near Me - Lawndale, California

If I were to give a 0 of 5 I would. The First Lady that was in the register was extremely rude to me and ignored my questions wile she was to busy in her phone. When I tried to ask a question she immediately cut me off and assumed I didn't speak English and sent a Latina girl to help me out. The Latina girl was so helpful. But the service I received was absolutely terrible from the lady I first got helped I haven't even tried the food because I would rather get food from a place that is about serving the community not treating us like garbage. AL-NOOR won't get any business from me or my family and friends. read more

I had been eagerly anticipating trying this place due to all the rave reviews, but unfortunately, it turned out to be a disappointment. I've only been here before to get their Naan bread. This time, I got garlic Naan, and it barely had any garlic flavor in them. The butter chicken, which only comes with white meat, was dry and tough. The butter sauce was overly rich, making me feel nauseous and upsetting my stomach. At $17, the portion was small and overpriced, especially if it didn't come with rice. That's another $6 to get rice! In comparison, Trader Joe's frozen butter chicken costs $5, offers more chicken, and tastes significantly better. We also ordered the Tandoori mix plate, which included chicken, sekh, and boti kebabs. It was a complete letdown as the meat and sesk kabobs were so hard that they seemed like reheated leftovers that had been overcooked in the microwave. The boti kabob, which is beef, was soggy. That entire plate just seems so off. The Mango Lassi was too creamy and didn't satisfy my taste buds as others I've tried have. I hope this was just an off day because the food didn't live up to the reviews I read, though those reviews were a few years old. Regardless, I don't plan on returning since the prices don't justify the quality, quantity, and taste of the food. read more

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STRUGGLING to figure out how this has such high reviews and is featured in so many articles? was so stoked to come for a birthday meal but instead rice was bland..Chicken Kabob moist and dry at the same time with ZERO flavor?! garlic naan was SO dry SO dead, sad and where was the garlic?? curry could've been the only redeemin factor BUT THERE WAS A HAIR FLOATING AROUND IN IT?! So disgusting.. plus the inside doesn't look clean and service was so uncomfortable .. would never come again wow really poor experience. read more

It's been years since I've eaten here but the food and quality is still top notch. Came here for lunch with friends and ordered a few items that we all shared. Vegetable samosas, chicken tikka masala and paleek paneer as well as garlic naan. Everything was delicious and exactly as I remembered. You can choose the level of spiciness for some dishes which is a nice option. Interior is simple with a handful of dining tables. Staff is efficient. read more

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Palak Paneer was super tasty and you can't go wrong with the naan. Simple ambiance and quick service read more

Al-Noor - Palak Paneer - Indian Near Me - Lawndale, California

Great Indian/Pakistani food! I love their chicken briyani. I hate having fruits in my briyani and this dish does not have any. The chicken and rice is so flavorful and delicious! Their palak paneer is very tasty. We always order their garlic naan too! Seems like a family business. read more

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Mediterranean salad with chicken was okay. The service was okay. I was part of a large group and they were not staffed for us. Falafel was just okay. Friend's food had hair in it. Maybe it wasn't a good day for the restaurant. It was my first time. I may give them another try. read more

This is my go-to place for Indian food! Our order tonight was: chicken tiki masala, plain rice, garlic nan, and samosas! Everything tasted delicious! I will say the price is pretty expensive to the portion size. We ordered mild chicken tiki masala, and I think next time we'll try medium spice. Food is family style! There is seating inside, but we usually order to-go. Would definitely recommend! read more

Al-Noor - Indian Near Me - Lawndale, California

Most excellent and tasty food. Not sure if it's India or Pakistani it's just good. Of course it's the non original tiki masala that I love, creamy and spiced just right. All the accompanying cucumbers and onion, rice and nan bread match. Been a go to for years never fails. read more

Amazing food and amazing service. Since I've moved close to this place I can't stop coming back. Also helps that their customer service is great as well! 10/10 food read more

Al-Noor - Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Naan - Indian Near Me - Lawndale, California

Ordered for two people it's been a bit still five stars. Got the Tala gohst and Nahartan quarma. I remember having a vegetarian dish a while ago and loving it! With more options I wanted to try different kinds. The tala ghost must have. Service is great the people are nice! And the ambiance is great take to go. They are very accommodating to my allergies. read more

Food is delicious. Staff is friendly and prompt in service. Place is clean with a family atmosphere. I love it and visit whenever I'm in Los Angeles. read more

If you don't mind eating in a restaurant that looks like an old run down drug store you might find some of the most authentic neighborhood Indian food found in the greater Lawndale area. My guest was an Indian native and a gourmet cook herself and she was blown away with the true Indian-Pakistan dishes they served. It was excellent food and not pricey. The service was a little slow but they went out of their way to make it up to us with how friendly they were. Recommended if you have to have the real thing. read more

Every time I open up Yelp, it opens to this restaurant page. Not sure why... I've never been here, noor do I know what it is. Either I've been hacked, or this place is just that good that I'm being forced into giving it a good review. Regardless, please go away now. :) read more

Delicious and consistent - great take/out delivery option. I have not dined in here, but I have had Al Noor delivered on several occasions. Garlic naan, chicken tikka, palac and lamb paneer super excellent and always fresh. Staff is always super nice on the phone - keep up the good work everyone! Thank you read more

They took forever with our order, and then added a ridiculous "service fee" to the tab

Hands down the best on the entire west coast. Consistently excellent, this place is an absolute go to.

Hidden gem Pakistani restaurant in SoCal. Saw this place was supposed to have the best Garlic Naan ever so had to check it out. Second you walk in you feel the relaxed casual atmosphere but at the same time excitement because you're in for something special. Was greeted by the owner upon walking in he was very friendly attentive. Everything from the Samosas to the Palak Paneer and Biryani were phenomenal. Spicy Biryani was so good but the Mango Lassi was perfect to cool you down. Best part was the Garlic Naan with the Chicken Tikka Masala perfect together. Highly recommend. read more

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Al-Noor is one of those restaurants that never disappoints. The food is absolutely delicious. I especially love their okra, chicken tikka masala, and biryani rice; you really cannot go wrong with any of those dishes. They are always spot on and full of flavor. The ambience inside looks nice, but I feel like most of their traffic comes from takeout. Either way, the customer service is consistently excellent. The food is always ready when they say it will be, and they are very attentive with the way everything is packaged. A small but thoughtful detail is that when you go to pay, they often ask if you would like some water. It may seem simple, but it really shows a great level of care for their customers. Overall, I truly love this restaurant. Between the delicious food, the attentive service, and the thoughtful touches, it has become one of my favorites. If you have not tried Al-Noor yet, do not hesitate, it is absolutely worth it. read more