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    Anjappar Chettinad Indian Restaurant

    3.8 (494 reviews)
    ModerateIndian, Halal
    Open 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Tintin B.

    Great goat Biryani and Tandoori chicken with rice. The dipping sauce was a little bit salty for my taste but I assume that is how local southern Indian people prefer their food here. The chicken is juicy enough by itself and was not dry while the goat was a bit dry but paired well with the sauce. No hot tea from India tonight only on weekends I assume. Happy Anniversary to Anjappar restaurant celebrating over 10 years in Tustin. Nice clean restaurant and restroom. Plenty of free parking space. Good for large groups and families. Overall a very pleasant experience tonight.

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    Habiba M.

    Delicious food! We had 4 people in our table and everyone ordered their own plates, two Thali sets, 2 dosas. We should have stopped here, but menu looked delicious so we ordered paratha, fried shrimp and beef curry on the side to share. Everything had distinct flavors and spice level was just right! On the Thali sets all the small sides are veggies and lentils, 2 of them are desserts, and you get to choose the center larger dish: protein or vegetarian. Delicious! Service was timely and polite! Clean interior which I appreciated! I would definitely revisit this place.

    Janelle N.

    I had a great experience with friends at Anjappar for authentic South Indian food! It's a pretty casual ambiance with ample seating available on a Saturday night. Anjappar Chicken Thali: 5/5~I love that you can try a bit of everything with the thali. Great portions Goat Biryani: 4/5~the goat was tender and not gamey, the rice was alright Masala Dosa: 5/5~this was my first time trying dosa and I was pleasantly surprised with how good it was! It's almost like a pancake texture. Loved the masala that came on the side. Tandoori Chicken: 5/5~flavorful, mild spice, and wasn't dry at all Everything was DELICIOUS and would be happy to visit again!

    Jenny P.

    Ordered chicken thali ($20) for lunch. Side soups were okay, a little watery and plain. Chicken was oily and not good.

    Erandi W.

    FOOD: The food here was good! Flavorful and good. The garlic naan was very good and so was Saag paneer. I had the garlic Chicken kabob, but I thought it was over seasoned and that overpowered the dish. I think I will try a different chicken dish next time. They do prove a water pitcher and cups, but there is no ice. SERVICE: The service was good. Servers were friendly. DECOR/AMBIANCE: The restaurant is a good size with a good amount of seating. Very simple. It's definitely a casual place

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    Nutan S.

    The food was really, really very good. I was very hungry, I am happy that I got to eat yummy food and came home very satisfied. We ordered the vegetarian thali, baby corn manchurian dry, veggie uthapam and the chocolate dosa. Our food came pretty fast. Our appetizer came within 2-3 mins of seating! I wish that they had folded the chocolate dosa instead of it falling out of the tray and touching the table. :( The chocolate dosa was soggy because of the chocolate syrup and my kiddo didn't eat it. I am going to order the crispy dosa with a side of the syrup next time onwards.

    Jagruti L.

    I was passing through Orange County area and stopped by to get a dinner to go. I ordered one Butter Chicken entree with Garlic Naan. The food was delicious. Service was good but it took longer than expected. Ambiance is nice and clean. I will definitely be back to dine in to try the South Indian dishes.

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    Anuradha G.

    Authentic South Indian .. loved the tamarind curry . Parking is a little hard during peak lunch hours. Staff is friendly. The thali meals are a good deal. But they also have other delicious dishes on the menu

    William G.

    Our experience was pretty good. We got butter chicken, goat biriyani, vegetable korma, and some naan. Butter chicken 7/10 - aromatic, chicken was really tender. The sauce could be reduced a little more but I liked that it was light. Goat biriyani 8/10 - I thought the goat was cooked really well. I think the rice lacked a little flavor, but aromatics were there. They gave yogurt and some other sauce on the side that were really good. Vegetable korma 8/10 - would say this was really flavorful and aromatic, and it came out fresh and hot. Maybe a new batch. Garlic Naan 6.5/10 - I personally like it slightly more cooked, but i wish there was more garlic too. Not bad Beer and mango lassi were good. 5/5 haven't been to many Indian places in SoCal but would come back here.

    Tomato Soup ($5.00). Garlicky and vinegary - and I loved it! Photo is of 1 order, split into two bowls.
    Dan L.

    Fantastic restaurant. Friendly service, delicious food, and parking was not difficult to obtain. I did find it a bit odd that the menu did not appear to have any lamb options, but they made up for it by having a seemingly greater variety of sweet/dessert options than most Indian eateries I have visited! P.S. Probably a good idea to clarify requested spice levels during ordering, if you palate is used to fare on the milder side.

    Michele L.

    Hidden Gem Alert: Anjappar Chettinad Indian Restaurant in the OC!! This spot is an absolute treasure! Specializing in authentic Southern Indian cuisine, including Chettinad specialties, this restaurant delivers a feast for the senses. The food was absolutely delectable--flavorsome, aromatic, and perfectly spiced. From the vibrant presentation to the exceptional quality, every bite was a delight!! Our personal favorites (and definite must-tries) include the 65 Chicken, Chicken Lollipops, and the rich, flavorful Chicken Tikka Masala. They also have Indian beer available. We tried: 65 Style Chicken Chicken Lollipops Masala Dosa Goat Biriyani Chicken Tikka Masala Chettinad Chicken We had such a lovely time exploring the bold and vibrant flavors of South India. If you're in the Tustin area, don't miss out on this amazing dining experience! Perfect for gatherings with friends and family!! Prudhvi, Prawin and Gabriel had wonderful customer service!! Parking may be difficult during peak hours on the weekend.

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    Natasha R.

    Our craving for South Indian food led us here, as we wanted to avoid the drive to Artesia for the perfect dosa. Parking was a bit challenging on the weekend, but the restaurant itself was spacious and had a welcoming South Indian vibe. We ordered the Mysore dosa, lollipop chicken, and butter chicken. The lollipop chicken was a highlight--spicy, flavorful, and perfectly fried. The butter chicken was decent, though not extraordinary and it came with ghee which was a flavorful touch .The dosa, unfortunately, fell short of expectations; it lacked the signature crunch and crisp texture and was smaller than we anticipated. They had many info Chinese options which looked interesting. Service was satisfactory, and we appreciated that the food was halal. Overall a good South Indian food fix.

    Jose H.

    The food was delicious. Service food and space clean and colorful. Went with friends who ordered so cannot comment on the food but if you're craving southern Indian food, definitely give this place a try.

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    Sometimes food is great and sometimes it not without salt. Service is very poor the response from the staff is bad.

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    Food was inspid. Chutney's had no taste. Service was poor. Could not think of a reason why I would want to eat there again.

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    Good food and authentic Chettinad food. So much better than the one in Artesia. I will visit this place when I am there next time.

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    Do you offer buffet?

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