I can't tell you how many delicious meals I've had here. Many times meeting my Paki friends here…read morebut there's also quite a few times I couldn't wait and visited by myself. My go to combination is the goat karahi with a garlic naan. Second go to dish is their chicken karahi incredible flavors with good service. This is the place in to go to in the Sacramento valley for authentic Pakistani / Lahorian dishes.

No fuss, great food kinda place. It's a sit down place for a…read moregroup, though I can't say I'd like that. But would certainly recommend take aways. Loved the Lahori channa and everything Lahori

Best Chai I've ever had! It's made to order but so worth the wait…read more The deluxe combo with Butter Chicken is delicious and a wonderful deal. Chicken Tikka Masala also very good, as was the Tandoori Fish. Can't wait to go back and look forward to trying other items.

Gave me wrong order because they didn't have any left. Atleast call me and let me knowread more

Food quality and service is good. It's definitely a bit pricey. But overall a good place to enjoy…read morePakistani food.

I returned to Shalimar after about three years, hoping for a better experience than in the past…read morewhen I was disappointed with their hygiene. Unfortunately, it was still a mixed visit. I placed a to-go order with two tandoori chicken breasts (butterfly), two leg quarters, two chicken sheek kabobs, and chicken biryani. When I arrived for pickup, I found out they had forgotten to make the biryani. I had to wait while they hurried to prepare it, and as a result it tasted more like pulao than the flavorful biryani I was expecting. The overall taste of the food feels hit or miss and not as good as it used to be. The service was lukewarm and there wasn't much of an apology for the delay or the oversight. Shalimar still has potential, but more consistency in flavor, attention to orders, and friendlier service would go a long way toward making the dining experience worth a return. Lastly, ambience is basic.

This is a Davis staple! It was my first time visiting their new location and I had a great…read moreexperience! The food was yummy, the service was friendly and fast, and the environment was enjoyable! I will definitely be coming back and 100% recommend!

I always appreciate a chipotle approach to building your own meal! I made sure to get everything on…read moremy platter. The combo had delicious proteins. The gyro and chicken was super moist and somewhat flavorful. Falafel was also fresh and delicious. Service was also very friendly.

From the moment we walked into the restaurant, we knew we were in for something special. The warmth…read moreof owners Shamsad and Aamna (who also served as the chef!) set the tone for an unforgettable meal. Their genuine hospitality made us feel as though we were guests in a friend's home, not simply diners at a restaurant. The food itself? Stellar. Every dish we tasted was infused with bold, authentic flavor and also beautifully presented. From the samosa chaat to the fragrant goat curry, the balance of spices was vibrant but never overpowering. There was real care behind each plate, and it showed. The ambiance added another layer for us. It was cozy, inviting, and alive with good energy. We left feeling nourished, both in body and spirit! It's rare to find a place where both the cuisine and the hearts behind it are so perfectly aligned. If you're looking for a Pakistani restaurant that offers warmth, an enthusiastic welcome, and delicious food, make sure you check this place out. You'll be so glad you did!

My partner and I were looking for a place where the food felt homey and flavorful and landed on…read morethis place! The prices felt too good to be true, but everything was fantastic! We had ordered for pickup, but decided to stay and eat it there. The store owner was super friendly and helpful and explained what the sauces were for the lamb we ordered and was happy to accomidate us. We ordered Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikki Masala, rice, Garlic Naan, a Lamb dish, and Mango Lassi drink. Everything was delicious and we can happily say we found a new go to spot in Sac!

We were very impressed. I'm a vegan, my SO isn't…read more She has a degree in food science, and is quite the Foodie. I just love healthy foods made well. We were the only non Indian people in the restaurant, so the "local experts" gave it their stamp of approval by voting with their legs and appetites.

THIS PLACE IS SO GOOD! Depending on what time of day you go, you can either pay the lunch or dinner…read moreprice per plate. I ended up eating many plates of the chicken tikka and rice. You only pay once, and then you can get as many plates as you want. It was mostly self service, however, the waiter was very nice and offered us some garlic naan. We ended up purchasing that separately, however, it was worth it. It was very good and I highly recommend grabbing some to go along with whatever you eat from the buffet. Very nice restaurant, ambience, and you should definitely take some friends here to eat. Highly recommend stopping by!

When I was an undergrad over a decade ago, I would only come here for the lunch buffet, and it was…read moremy favorite lunch buffet to go to. Fast forward to now, my husband, sister, and I decided to come here for dinner because yeti restaurant was closed. For those who haven't been in here before, the best way I can describe this restaurant is dark. Paint is dark, booth are dark. Everything is kind of moody and dark. Definitely not my kind of aesthetic, but does that really matter for this restaurant? No. The service is always fine. Staff is always friendly enough and fast. When we got the food, we were pleasantly surprised, like I said before I have only eaten at the buffet here and that was over a decade ago. While we were eating, we noted that we actually enjoyed the flavors here more than we enjoy the flavors at yeti restaurant. Something about the blend of spices just fits our palette more than the other restaurant. We found that there was an adequate amount of food, they didn't skimp out on meats, and we were overall really happy with our meal. Is it the best Indian food I've ever had? No, but it was really good by Davis standards and consider considering that there aren't a ton of Indian places in the Sacramento area. I think this might be our new go to Indian place now! I'm glad I gave this another shot!

First of all, this spot gets a bad rap sometimes and I think it's because people are used to a…read morecertain regional Indian cuisine and people don't realize the variety of the Indian subcontinent. Kathmandu Kitchen is named after a city in Nepal, so it should be no surprise the food here is Indian and Nepali. While I can't speak to the flavor or authenticity of their momos or other Nepali staples, their curries are extremely delicious and distinct from other Indian restaurants and recipes I've tried. I think the first thing you might notice is that a lot of their curries have a touch of sweetness, and pretty much all of their curries have a consistent texture. They do an amazing job making each curry silky and rich and flavorful. Every dish tastes fresh and unique in their own spice profiles and marinades. I highly recommend the paneer tikka masala, chicken makhani (very similar/the same as butter chicken I think), kitchen masala, and basil curry. Also, their actual restaurant experience is very nice too. The staff is very courteous and professional. The restaurant is large, vibey, and clean. There are two reasons I don't give Kathmandu a 5 star. The first that both me and partner almost always need to add salt to the dish. I could see why someone might write off Kathmandu if they went a few times and wrote it off because they never tried adding salt to their dish. The second reason is that the spice level isn't as consistent as I'd like. Sometimes, asking for medium spice level results in almost no heat, sometimes it borders on too much. Sometimes getting hot spice level is hot but enjoyable, sometimes it's very hot even for me. Mild is consistent but Id guess that's because they simply don't add extra hot chili powder or something like that. Overall, I highly recommend this spot if you love Indian food and want to try some Nepali spins and flavors.

Wow. It had been far too long since our last visit, and somehow they have only gotten better with…read moretime. Dinner was absolutely spectacular. We ordered the tandoori chicken and lamb, Chicken Tikka Masala, rice, garlic naan, and spinach dal, and every dish impressed us. The meats were beautifully seasoned and full of flavor, with the lamb truly stealing the show. The Chicken Tikka Masala was rich and indulgent, perfectly balanced and deeply satisfying. The spinach dal had a wonderful kick of spice that made it especially memorable. You definitely have to enjoy a bit of heat (which we definitely do). The rice was perfectly cooked, the garlic naan warm and soft with just the right texture. Even the sauces available were phenomenal and complemented every dish beautifully. Service was attentive. It is clearly a popular spot, with a steady stream of delivery drivers coming through, yet we were fortunate that the dining room itself was not too crowded. An outstanding meal all around. Chefs kiss times 100.

My go-to spot for goat biryani! Spice/seasoning and portioning can be inconsistent sometimes but I…read moreusually only order takeout, so maybe that is to be expected. But service is pretty quick when calling ahead and one order of biryani can last my family (3 ppl) a couple meals.

We traveled 30 minutes to try this place, and it definitely did not disappoint. We ordered the…read moreplatter grill and substituted the beef kabob for Mali chicken, along with one garlic naan and a large order of fries. We were so impressed with the food -- the taste and texture were perfect. Nothing was burnt; everything was juicy and cooked just right. The flavors reminded us of home. It was absolutely delicious and well worth the drive. We did not get a picture as the food smelt amazing and everyone tucked in as soon as we got it on our table. also, we got Gulab jumun which was the amazing taste ever nice and warm. It would've had so good with ice cream. The customer service was also amazing. He understood exactly what we were looking for, and the entire experience was truly wonderful. Can't wait to come back again with friends and family.

Chicken Kabob Plate Fire but Nan Is separate here so don't…read moreforget that ... good flavor =SaTisfied

Had an amazing experience at chat Indian Food! The owner…read moreRanjindar came up to us greeted us with a warm smile . Offered us great sweets.. a must come back to this place ... The food was absolutely delicious--full of rich flavors, perfectly seasoned, and clearly made with care. Every dish tasted fresh and authentic, and you can tell they take pride in their cooking. A special shoutout to our server Lovepreet, who was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. Great service really makes the experience even better! If you're looking for authentic Indian food and welcoming hospitality, I highly recommend checking this place out. I'll definitely be coming back!

Food was amazing and the service was great! Staff was very friendly I would definitely recommend.read more