Puranpoli was completely packed at 2PM, which was a great sign!…read more They have mostly indoor seating, with tables pretty close together. There is a patio in front by the parking lot as well. You go to the counter, they present you with menus and tell you where to sit, then you come back up to the counter when you're ready to order. Service was welcoming and helpful. We got the lunch special, which has pre-selected items for the day. One of the items was an item i was going to order separately, but decided to switch it out when I heard it was going to be in the special. The employee helpfully offered some popular alternatives. The food was absolutely delicious! A good amount of spice and not like some of the places more local to me. (I'm from Sac.) We ordered the following: Special Lunch Thali, Pav Bhaji, and Puranpoli. The only time I could've done without was the Puranpoli. I didn't care for the flavor of the spice/sweetness, but that's just me personally. I've never had that dessert before from anywhere and knew I'd regret not having the menu item that is the same as the restaurant's name. Definitely going to be craving the food from here! Wish I lived closer.

I'm a huge fan of Maharashtrian food, so while visiting San Jose we had to stop and try the…read morePuranpoli Sharing some thoughts on everything we ate (even though we forgot to take pics of half the dishes!) Misal Pav & Vada Misal - Absolutely loved the Misal! Authentic flavor, perfect spice level, and so hearty. I especially appreciated that it wasn't just sprouted moong--there was moong, matki, yellow peas, black-eyed peas, and green peas. A true protein-packed bowl. Two thumbs up Vada Pav - Another hit! We devoured it Sabudana Vada - Crispy outside, soft inside, and just the right size. Didn't care much for the chutney though. Sabudana Khichdi - This one didn't work for me; it leaned a bit too sweet. Ukadiche Modak & Puranpoli - The stars of the meal! Highly recommend both. The modak was soft, pillowy, and melt-in-your-mouth with a great dough-to-filling balance. The Puranpoli was super soft, ultra-thin dough, and perfectly flavored stuffing--excellent in both taste and quantity Sol Kadhi - Just okay for me; not something I'd return specifically for. Kokam Sharbat - Loved it! Overall, a wonderful spot for authentic Maharashtrian flavors with warm, welcoming staff. I'd definitely come back!

The food is amazing here. The garlic naan is just the right amount of crispy and chewy. The mango…read morelassi is more on the tart side than others I've tried, but still very sweet. I enjoyed it. The palak paneer was so flavorful and delicious. The chicken was also juicy and smoky. The interior was very interesting. It has a quaint vibe. Water is self-serve!

One of the few late night food spots in the area. The only other place serving curry this late is…read moreEverest, and this is waaay better. Got the Goat Nihari and was shocked by how well it was cooked. Good oil separation on top and a lot of depth to the broth. The goat itself was the real surprise. Most Indian spots I go to fail braised goat in one of two ways: overcook it and it's dry and chewy, or braise it so long that it falls apart but loses all its succulence. This one was both tender and succulent. Came near closing too and it was still this good. Most places keep the meat stewing all day and that's how it goes bad. Naan was standard and good. Can't wait to come back and try more next time I need a late night fix.

Incredible food and very friendly service! Would definitely return. Went to the lunch buffet and…read morehad many great options

I wish I could give more than 5 !!…read more Love the ambience, love how they present their food and the variety of the buffet!!!! Not to mention that the taste is great as well. We wish we live closer! But we will definitely be back soon. FYI, the name is not what your think And gratuity was already included so no need to give more but I am pretty sure they wouldn't mind it if you add extra

Me and my wife not being Indian, went with our neighbors an Indian couple for dinner Saturday. The…read morefood was great lots of things to chose from Curry's and many other things that were news and different to me and my wife. The restaurant was very well run and the service was top grade. It had so many different dishes to chose from as well as a full desert area. It was a great experience in the taste Indian dishes Thank You

They came by with naan pretty frequently so the service was good I did go for the dinner buffet so…read moreI just served myself The food was good, lots of variety and non of the food was oily or too heavy, it felt very light which was very good and I could eat a lot. Ambiance is very nice dimly lit, good for big groups, birthday party, company dinner, very nice

Service is so kind. Very respectful too I really just have to mention that. Coming inside is always…read moreso welcomed no matter who or what you are. And the food is top tier. I would arguably say that in Milpitas that this has to be the best Indian food around. Seriously if youre reading this, please go try this place out. My recommendations the panner butter masala and the chicken tikka dosa!

Yelp knows me pretty well by now. It knows I like Indian food, so Vande Bharat kept popping up in…read moremy recommendations. It's been sitting there for a while, so the wifey and I finally decided to drive down to Milpitas and give this Thali place a try. I'm glad we did because their Thali is probably one of the best we've had, if not the best. FYI Thali is LUNCH only. Here is my take. Food (4.5 stars) +The Combo Thali for around $18 is the way to go. Don't overthink it and don't order anything else. You get a little bit of everything, which is exactly why we like Thali. If there's something you don't like, just give it to your partner. My wife doesn't like lamb, so I ended up with double lamb. Bonus for me! + Lamb curry was probably my favorite. Tender meat with a flavorful curry and it went perfectly with the rice. Since my wife donated hers to me, I had plenty! + Fried fish is also very good. You don't get a huge piece, but with so many other things on the plate, it's enough. That's the beauty of Thali--you get a few bites of everything instead of committing to one giant dish. + Chicken curry was also good. Nothing on the plate really needs to be eaten by itself because everything complements each other. You get savory, spicy, sour and even a little sweet throughout the meal. + There are also the usual Thali sides like dal, sumbar, yogurt, dessert and another sour/soupy dish. Rice sits right in the middle and you basically mix and match your way through the entire plate. + I also really like the papadum. It's that thin crispy Indian cracker that gives you a nice crunchy break between all the curries and softer foods. ~ PRO TIP: The only thing to consider is whether you prefer a Thali or an Indian buffet. At a buffet, you can essentially get many of these same types of dishes and eat as much as you want. With a Thali, you're getting smaller portions of everything. Personally, I like the variety and having everything served together, especially when the combo is only around $18. Service/Ambiance (4.5 stars) + We came during lunch and there was only one other customer while we were there, so service was good and the food came out rather quickly. + The restaurant has some really nice paintings along the walls. Some of the scenery almost looked Mediterranean to me, although I'm assuming they're depicting places somewhere in India. Either way, they add some character to the restaurant. + It's a comfortable, casual place to sit down and enjoy a Thali without much fuss. GET THE COMBO! You get fish, lamb, chicken, rice, dal, sides, dessert and all the little extras that make eating Thali fun. Between the two of us, if one person doesn't like something, the other person probably will. In my case, that strategy resulted in double lamb, so I definitely wasn't complaining. Wifey gives Vande Bharat 4.5 stars and I'm right there with her. For the price, variety and flavors, this is easily one of our favorite Thali meals we've had. Yelp got this recommendation right!

We had our party at My Royal Palace, and the included catering from iGrill was surprisingly…read morephenomenal! We did a taste test beforehand, and the event food matched that same high quality perfectly. The true testament was the multiple guests who reached out afterward to confirm how great the food was.

Food was terrible. Ordered through door dash. Shrimp65 was just frozen shrimp tossed in some gravy…read more Shrimp was not edible as it was just rubbery and breaking into chunks of strings. And Pulav was extremely salty. Seriously doubt who is cooking the food in this restaurant, some amateurs throwing bunch of stuff together, toss it in pan and sell it as dish. Literally had to go hungry as neither dish could not be consumed.

I came back about four months later and ordered the same dish again, and I have to say that I'm…read moregenuinely happy to see the difference! In my previous review, I mentioned that I would rather pay the full price for one delicious, flavorful dish than get a Buy One Get One deal with huge portions that tasted bland and disappointing. I also shared what I felt needed to change. This time, the flavor was back to being delicious, rich, and exactly what I was hoping for! The portion and amount of meat have decreased compared with my first order, but honestly, it's still acceptable and, for me, completely worth the price. Getting two flavorful dishes for around $26 is still a great deal. Most importantly, I really appreciate that the owner seemed to listen to the customer feedback and make adjustments rather than simply ignoring it. That deserves recognition. Thank you for listening and adapting to what customers actually want. The taste is what brought me back, and this time, I'm happy to say I enjoyed my meal!

Where have I been?! This place is a hidden gem! Really good Indian food that satisfy my cravings…read more What I order is butter chicken, mozzarella naan, and tandoori chicken. The tandoori chicken is to die for! So tender, juicy, and I know people hate this word but it's also so moist that it is overall delicious. My mozzarella naan is scrumptious but unfortunately there's not a cheese pull. Which is a bummer... Also the butter chicken is so creamy well balance of spices that goes perfectly well with my naan. I also order it mild. Would I come back? ABSOLUTELY of course! A hole in the wall. I'm not exaggerating... personal experience. This restaurant is not hard to miss. It a green building right next to Tostadas. I did a quick pick up through DoorDash for myself. There is a promotion of buy one get one free. Worth it! Also very clean restaurant.

First timer ! Ordered takeout to go. Dine in is an option too. Place still had patrons in at 8pm…read moredining so I knew it had to be good. Plenty of parking The menu has lots of vegetarian options. I went with the dal , stuffed mushrooms and garlic naan. Very happy with my choice. Packaged to go with extra care including additional plastic wrap to secure the lids. I'd return and try dining in :)

This is hands down one of the best North Indian buffet places in the Bay Area! With stylish…read moreinteriors and a warm, inviting ambiance, this place is definitely not to be missed. I visited during lunch with a few friends, and we were wowed by the variety of food options. The naan was served fresh, and everything we tried tasted really good. Service is very good and naan was replenished quickly. I also catered food from them for my spouse's 50th birthday party, and the food was a huge hit with all our guests. Everything was delivered on time and tasted perfect. For appetizers, we ordered Dahi Bhalla, Achaari Paneer, and Gobi Manchurian. For the main course, we had Chana Masala, Butter Chicken, and Paneer Lababdar, along with Naan and Lachcha Paratha. We also ordered Moong Dal Halwa for dessert. Dahi Bhalla was a super hit! Several guests said it was hands down the best Dahi Bhalla they had ever had at a restaurant. All the other dishes were equally delicious and received lots of compliments. Overall, whether you're looking for a great North Indian buffet or catering for a party, I highly recommend this place. We will definitely be ordering from them again!

I absolutely love Sam & Curry. It reminds me of a Chipotle style setup but for Indian and…read moreMediterranean food. The customization is great, the spices are balanced, and everything tastes fresh. I came back this year and Maria remembered me from before, which says a lot about the customer service. I tried the tacos this time, just like I said I would, and they did not disappoint. Every bite was flavorful and cooked perfectly. Five stars every time.

Would like to give it a second chance in the future, but the flavors and freshness of the food were…read morenot great. I tried a chicken curry burrito and a chicken tikka bowl, both of which came lukewarm and almost cold. The flavors left a sour aftertaste in my mouth which wasn't the most enjoyable. Samosas were stale with barely any filling. Mango Lassi was my favorite item. Workers were nice and patient! Very casual ambience: literally think chipotle!

An exceptional dining experience all the way around. We chose Jashin for a 10-person farewell…read morecelebration, and it could not have been more perfect. We had a diverse international group arriving at various times, and the staff made everyone feel incredibly welcome.The execution of the meal was outstanding. From the appetizers and traditional mains to the desserts and custom drinks, everything was delicious. The vibrant, welcoming atmosphere allowed our group to relax, laugh, and share stories for several hours. Thank you to the Jashin team for making a bittersweet night so incredibly memorable.

Very limited vegan options. Unfortunately the kitchen could not even make any basic vegan items for…read moreme, mostly other restaurants even very small ones offer to make basic things like Dal or some basic vegetable entree like Aloo. Looks like the staff really tried but they didn't get much support from the kitchen or chef. Would not recommend if you have dietary restrictions. Otherwise, the place looks nice.