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    Azaad Indian Cuisine

    4.8 (107 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Shivali S.

    It was lovely to try a new Indian food option in Riverside! Azaad is located by the Riverwalk in a lovely area with plenty of parking. I visited with friends on a Sunday evening, and boy did this place have a lot of people going in and out picking up their food! There are plenty of booths to sit at leisurely if you wish to eat in as well though, no need for a reservation. The menu is quite large, with all kinds of North Indian food and staples to choose from! I also really appreciated the clearly marked vegan options, and vegetarian menu section. Service was very kind and helpful with my questions regarding food ingredients and modifications. I loved my butter/ghee free naan! They did a great job, it's difficult to make naan that isn't very dry without the addition of butter/ghee. The restaurant is quite spacious and probably great for larger parties, and families with children and/or strollers. There is also a large and clean private restroom.

    Butter chicken, rice and samosa
    Bety B.

    Came to try out this new family owned Indian restaurant in the Riverwalk area of Riverside. I got the dinner special that came with the mini entrees, sides, samosa and naan oh and a drink! You get a good amount of food for the amount you pay. The butter chicken was flavorful. The service was attentive and they served my sister and I right away. The restaurant was clean and spacious. Can't wait to come back again!

    Tandoori paneer Tikka.  Good flavors.
    Wendy B.

    We have had an influx of Indian restaurants in this Corona/Riverside area recently. This is one of two within about a mile of each other, both quite new, so we thought we should give Azaad a try. The dishes we finally opted for were not particularly adventurous on our part. We had been offered a taste of the Chili Chicken to help us decide, and we did choose that. It was a pre-made entree displayed at their steam table as one option if you were to order a combo (thali) plate. It was a good dish with plenty of chicken in a sweet/spicy red chili sauce. It was mild enough that, for the weak at heart like me, I could eat it without losing the feeling in my lips. A good thing for me. Another dish, the one that particularly stood out as the winner of the evening, was the Tandoori Fish. This took some time to prepare, and was the final dish to be delivered to our table. So we knew it was made to order. They used a delicate, moist white fish, not tilapia, that is lightly marinated first, then placed in the tandoori oven just long enough to get some caramelization on the edges. Delightful tasting, melt-in-your-mouth good. Definitely one I would recommend ordering. The Tandoori Paneer Tikka was good, too. Also made to order. Maybe it was because it was too similar in presentation to the fish, but it didn't impress me as much. Nothing wrong with it, I simply loved the fish more. The samosa was our one big disappointment. The filling was good, but the crust was heavy and tough, like it had been handled too much. Not at all flakey as compared to other great ones I have had. The prices were kept quite reasonable, especially the combo meals (both lunch and dinner) are a great deal. The service was quite good, and the decor was attractive. Plenty of seating in a nice spacious dining room. For fun, they had their big screen tvs showing Bollywood style music videos. Because we live about 6 miles away, and even though the meal overall was decent, it was just not enough to convince us to return here over other places. I would rank this around 3.5 stars, but would encourage you to try it for yourself.

    Spicy butter chicken.
    Edith H.

    Food was delicious! The service was wonderful and they made us feel like family The place was clean and relaxing. We ordered different items from the menu so that we could have a variety of their delicious dishes. It's a cool little place to have lunch or dinner. We had an early dinner. Thanks Azaad for the wonderful experience

    Paul S.

    While there are several Indian, Pakistani, and Bengali restaurants in Riverside, this is the newest one. I popped in for dinner to try off the menu (as opposed to buffet) options. The chicken saag ($14.99), with a spinach curry blend sounded perfect for a cool rainy evening. I asked for a medium spice level, and ordered basmati rice for a side ($3.99), and one order each of plain naan and roti flatbreads. Those are a very reasonable $2.50 apiece. Thinking about leftovers potentially, I wasn't wrong when everything came out. In fact, my wait time was probably 5-10 minutes less than expected, and everything was hot and freshly prepared, in sizeable portions that were commiserate with price. The spice level was perfect for my palate. There's a little heat without compromising the overall balance. The chicken was perfectly cooked, too. Still moist and easily cut to size. I love dipping the bread into the sauce and wrapping the entrée for mini bites. Sure enough, I quit while I was ahead. The rice is plenty enough for two, or in my case, a second meal at home. While I enjoyed both breads, my preference lies with the naan. Next time I'll try garlic naan and the prathi with a different entrée. I'm craving a return soon, but I found the place to be friendly and the quality of the food speaks for itself.

    Chicken Tikka Masala.
    Cindy D.

    This place is amazing!!! We love the mild chicken tikka masala and butter chicken. Their garlic chili naan bread is delicious. They don't disappoint. The place is small but very homey we love the ambiance. Service is great too!! (Couldn't get a pic of the plate because it was too good)

    Bree H.

    WOW! 5 Stars! This family owned business is out of this world! I was walking by the other day and the gentleman who owns it welcomed me in and asked me to try. I was picking up dinner next door but I promised to come back because his joy was so endearing and I'm SO glad I did! I ordered to go, we got two chicken tikka masala's, a butter chicken, biryani rice with chicken, garlic naan and cheese naan. The food is INCREDIBLE! We loved it! The food is full of flavor and delicious, bold spices, but the best part? The quality! I tried the mango lassi and the jal jeera as well! I've never had either and they were so kind to let me try! Very unique to my pallet but very tasty! What sold me, was the customer service. This family is very special, you can tell they have poured all of their love into this space. What kept me? The food. Absolutely delicious! I cannot wait to come back. Please do yourself a favor and try Azaad Indian Cuisine and support small businesses! I loved it and I know you will too!

    My boyfriend and I wanted to try something new, this place did not disappoint. It was our first time trying it and we 100% recommend. The workers were really nice and recommend such a good dessert

    It's in a nice area
    Scotty B.

    Really nice bright clean atmosphere for lunch buffet. They have a few items you pick two or three for around $16. I ordered the chicken tikka masala separately. It was very good. Staff is nice. I'll be back to try some other stuff. it's in a nice shopping center.

    Gobi parantha
    Neetu G.

    Authentic Punjabi Food with a Family Vibe! Had the most authentically delicious Punjabi food--every bite was bursting with bold North Indian flavors! The atmosphere was vibrant and fun, and the staff truly made us feel like part of the family. It's not a fancy place, but it has that cool, laid-back, family-style charm that makes you feel right at home. The fish pakoras and chaats were absolutely mouthwatering--so fresh and flavorful. Even if you're not local to Riverside, it's 100% worth the drive. I can't say it enough--this place is a hidden gem. Highly, highly recommended! Cannot wait to go back!

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    2 months ago

    Favorite place to eat Indian Cuisine. Awesome flavors, great prices and service. Luckily I live so close and get to go have lunch.

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    The food was delicious. The service was great and the portions were perfect. Tasty and excited to go again

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    This is my favorite place to eat when i need a comfort meal, i love the lunch special it's such a good price.

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    This place is amazing! Delicious food, great customer service and super clean. The owner was super friendly. Must try the masala!!

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