Came here for dine-in on a busy Sunday around 1:15 PM during lunch and was seated immediately, which was a nice surprise considering how packed it was. From the time we ordered, the food took about 25 minutes to come out. I ordered the butter chicken, white rice, mango lassi, and garlic-cheese naan. Overall, the food was flavorful and definitely had some kick. The mango lassi was really good -- it tasted fresh and natural, like real mango. It had a creamy, milky texture from the yogurt that made it really enjoyable. The garlic-cheese naan was also a standout. It had a nice kick to it and paired really well with both the rice and the butter chicken. The white rice itself was surprisingly good too, with more flavor than your typical plain rice. The butter chicken sauce was the highlight for me. It was rich, sweet, creamy, and had that "wow" factor in flavor. My only real complaint was the chicken itself -- the outside had more flavor, but the inside was a little drier and slightly chewy compared to how tender the outside tasted. Service was friendly and helpful throughout the meal. It's not exactly cheap, but the quality and portion sizes made it feel worth it. Portions were generous enough that most people will probably have leftovers. The restaurant was clean and had a nice atmosphere, although it does get pretty loud during lunch when it's busy. Parking can also be a little rough since it's Claremont, so I'd recommend arriving 5-10 minutes early because you'll probably have to park a bit farther out and walk. Overall, I'd come back. I'd recommend it if you're looking for flavorful food with some spice and don't mind a bit of noise or a short wait during peak hours. read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Butter Chicken & Garlic-Cheese Naan - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

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I dined here with a group of 3, and the service we received was amazing per our server Johnathon. I'd come back again due to the quality of the food, and exceptional service we received. A must try! read more

New favorite go-to spot! Great food & great ambient! Jonathan provided really great customer service and hospitality . read more

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Was able to taste this local gem after being recommended by multiple friends about their authenticity. This place did not disappoint. From their highly attentive staff to their flavor packed dishes - this place has it all. We were recommended exceptional choices for our main dishes and sides. I highly recommend the butter chicken and garlic naan. Absolutely hit the spot. I also wanted to highlight the exceptional service and attentiveness of Jonathan. He made sure everything we ordered was up to the quality that this place deserves. I would give this place and the service . read more

Food , ambiance and service. All the ingredients are right on money. Highly recommend it. read more

We had to wait a bit before being seated, but it was worth it. Very clean place with a really great staff. I almost never order pop because I shouldn't have it, but their Guava Soda sounded too enticing to pass up. It was like a better, cleaner tasting version of the guava jarritos and I couldn't stop drinking it! Super yummy! Foodwise, we got the following: - Mysore Masala Dosa - this was good, but it was really thin. The filling is tasty and it would've been nice if there was more of it so we could taste it more. The little bit of lentil soup that came with it was tasty too. - Garlic Naan - garlicy and seasoned nicely. It had a nice crisp to it as well. - Lamb Biryani - I love biryani and this was definitely the most colorful one I've ever had. It had a really nice amount of seasoning and flavor to every bite. The one downside is there really wasn't a lot of lamb pieces in the dish itself. My guy and I had to dig to find it, which is a shame because they were good quality pieces. Overall, super good and would come back. Was a bit disappointed by the lack of stuffing in the dosa and lack of lamb pieces in the biryani. Flavorwise, I can see why this is on the top 100 list. read more

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We just had lunch at Daddy Ji and it was incredible! We walked in and were seated immediately in really comfy chairs. The friendly server came over right away with water and took our order. I had the coconut chicken curry lunch special and my husband had the chicken tikka masala special. My coconut chicken was sweet and a little creamy. I only had three pieces of chicken which I was a bit surprised by but it was delicious. My husband's tikka masala was spicy and earthy. He had quite a bit more chicken than I received. All the sides were flavorful and the naan was hot and tasty (although a bit thick). We will definitely go back to try out some more items on the menu. If you are in the area, stop by Daddy Ji's! read more

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Good Indian eats at Claremont Village? I'm down! On a Sunday evening, Daddy Ji was busy but they were able to seat me, a single diner, within 10 minutes. Smallish, modern decor, every seat packed. My order was taken quickly and multiple servers checked in on me throughout the meal, excellent service. Chicken Tikka Masala - Served in a pot with tender chunks of white meat, the dish was fragrant and spicy, but not hot spicy. Spicy as in full of various spices. I ordered a 7 on their heat meter and felt zero hot spiciness. If you want to feel some burn, go for a 10. Even without the heat, I still enjoyed the dish. Their version leans a little more creamy over tomato flavor. Garlic Naan - A good sized serving, their bread is lightly toasty but pillowy, thicker than the average that I have had at various restaurants. It's buttery with with the right amount of chopped garlic mixed in. If you want some naan, get this. Basmati Rice - I ordered the large portion, which was $1 more than the small and comes on a metal plate. If you get the small order, it comes in a bowl. The large portion is almost double the amount of the small and is good for one very hungry person or two moderately hungry people. I had a little bit leftover at the end, but still felt that ordering the large was the right call for me. It was a very enjoyable dining experience. I think three or four different servers asked if I needed anything. My order was taken quickly and the food arrived in a timely manner. Their dining floor seems ideal for parties of 1-8 people. If I'm back in the area I would definitely come back! read more

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We were excited to finally try Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine after seeing it featured on Yelp's Top 100 U.S. Restaurants for 2025 -- expectations were definitely high going in. The restaurant sits in a nice, clean part of Claremont with mostly street parking available, though there's also a parking garage just a few streets away if you don't mind a short walk. Inside, the space felt welcoming, tidy, and comfortable for a casual lunch or dinner. Our kind waitress helped guide our order and recommended the Tikka Masala and Coconut Curry, which we happily went with. Service was friendly and attentive, and our food came out surprisingly fast -- always appreciated when dining with kids or on a tight schedule. Both dishes were flavorful and enjoyable. The sauces were rich and comforting, and portions were solid. That said, while everything was good, it didn't quite reach best-Indian-food-I've-ever-had status for me personally. Still, it's a reliable option in the area and an easy stop when we're nearby. Since it's conveniently close to my kids' pediatrician, I can definitely see myself coming back and exploring more of the menu on a future visit. Good food, friendly service, clean atmosphere -- and worth trying at least once, especially given the national recognition. read more

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Nice place , great vibe and crowd. We came here for lunch, place was crowded but we got seated right away. All servers are very nice , their smile made my day! We ordered lunch special plates. I was happy to see that they had Palak paneer and daal makhani as side dishes ... yumm Butter chicken plate: This plate comes with chicken curry, 2 veg curries , daal, rice and choice of roti. Food was hot and fresh. Butter chicken has very nice Smokey flavour which we love. It was mild with sweet and tangy notes. Mutton curry plate: same as above. We ordered it spicy. The level was still medium for us. Chicken curry plate: chicken curry was tangy and had good presentation. I would have preferred more spice. Overall food is good and this place is very well maintained. read more

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First of all I've never had Indian food till today! I went with my wife she had the Punjabi Thali with coconut curry chicken and I had the Naan Roll with chicken tikka. Oh my gosh It was amazing! Our server Kash was super helpful in letting us know what everything was and even suggested we have the chefs special naan bread of the day with cheese and ground beef! If you have been thinking about giving this place a try, dont think about it just go and I promise you this place will not disappoint! Everyone here is very attentive and welcoming. This is a place I will frequent way more often then I want to admit. Thank you staff of Daddy Ji for the best meal I've had in a long time today!! read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Chicken Tikka Naan Roll and Punjabi Thali - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

This is our favorite Indian restaurant by a wide margin. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and fabulous. They serve one of the best mango lassis and gulab jamun we've ever tasted. My husband is obsessed with the tandoori chicken. Kash is wonderful-- knowledgeable and helpful, always happy to help narrow down choices or help with dietary restrictions. The ambience is casual, friendly, and comfortable. Can't recommend enough! read more

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This really is the finest Indian cuisine and I am so happy they are here! Every thing we had was never had before and it was superb! I now know why there's always a line and best to make reservations. I appreciated the tanginess in the dosa, the complexity of the chaat, the wholesomeness of the paneer curry dish which I can't remember the name, the tenderness of the lamb shank and the uniqueness of the naan. I was hoping the lamb would be a bit more explosive in flavor like the other dishes but it was still fantastic. Overall, I absolutely loved my dining experience here, it was so much food that I am ready to eat my leftovers. The wait staff was even nice enough to let us know that it was a lot of food for two. Definitely a highlight of my birthday meals. read more

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Dear Daddyji Team, and Kash I am writing to share what a wonderful experience my husband and I had at your restaurant today. We have been trying to visit for some time, but our work schedules often made it difficult. Since we were off early today, we finally had the opportunity to stop by for lunch, and it was the best choice we could have made. Daddyji is truly one of the finest Indian dining experiences we have ever had. Every dish we tried was superb, and both the flavors and the boba iced chai were delicious. Additionally, the service was fantastic; the staff was incredibly kind and helpful, and we appreciated the prompt service. Last but not least it was a very comfortable ambiance. We will definitely be returning soon. Thank you for a fantastic meal! Best regards, Mrs. Diaz read more

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Really nice place, clean, neat, and food was good! We ordered Punjabi thali and dosa. The Thali was great and the dosa was good but not as spicy as I would have liked. My fault! We were both hungry and so when my dosa arrived 1st we both started eating. The lady, I think was the owner noticed and she brought out the thali quickly and mentioned that she would bring the tandoori naan when it was ready. Such observent service is non-existent nowadays. That alone wowed us!! This place is in the downtown Claremont area close to the college, so if I am in the area again I would definitely go there again! read more

My FAVORITE Indian restaurant! My husband and I often come for the Vindaloo Chicken (Spice level 6), Lamb Shank Curry, and Garlic Naan. The tandoori chicken, Karak Chai, and Mango Lassi are also some of our favorites. We've only experienced excellent service from their warm and welcoming waiters. Lastly, music is also always on point! read more

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Finally made it in to Daddyji and it was absolutely worth it! We were seated super quick and our waiter, Jonathan was awesome! He was attentive and an absolute delight! The food was AMAZING! We started with the samosas and our main dish was the Achari chicken tikka and coconut curry and my partner and I both agreed we'll be craving the food for a while! Jonathan ended our visit with little dessert that was chefs kiss! Thank you so much for making our first visit memorable and can't wait to come back! 10/10! read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

Daddy Ji is one of the few Indian restaurants in Claremont and we had high expectations given the long lines and raving reviews. The food overall was good but nothing too crazy or out of the ordinary. The garlic curry was good but a bit too salty. The naan felt a bit too doughy. The reason I dropped a star was the service. We were given used water cups with stains on them, and had to ask for missing plates. In addition my brother ordered tea and it did not come until we got our check... despite asking for it multiple times. All in all it's not a bad spot and the food is worth checking out but I wouldn't wait in a long line for this spot. In addition I would suggest making a reservation as we were seated immediately. read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Biryani, naan, Garlic Curry, Malai Kofta / Kofta Curry, Dal Makhani - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

This is the best Indian meal I've had in the U.S. We came in for a Sunday lunch. Our server Kash was very helpful about the menu and made sure knew what we were ordering in terms of ingredients and possible allergens. But the star was food. Ghee roast with chicken will haunt me. Also, it's not expensive for what you get. read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

Choose your perfect spice! A friend and I enjoyed lunch today at Daddy Ji Indian Restaurant in Claremont. Our second visit. Our server "Cash" was terrific! She was friendly , helpful, and efficient. We chose Coconut Curry Chicken and Chicken Tikka Masala, two of 6 or 8 different plate lunches that include numerous sides and a small tasty dessert. You have your choice of spice level; my friend was happy with her low spice "1," while I enjoyed my extra spicy "7!" The restaurant space is modern and clean, adding to the selection of many restaurants in the Claremont village. Ample free street parking, as well as a clean, safe parking lot in the rear. I know I'll be back! read more

Wow - definitely check out their lunch specials! I ordered their Butter Chicken Plate. It came with rice, naan, butter chicken and 3 sides (lentils, chickpea curry, and palak paneer) for only $13. So affordable. The butter chicken was tasty. My favorite side was the palak paneer. It had a very smooth texture and the spinach was well seasoned. I'll have to go back to try some of their other dishes. read more

I've been meaning to try this new spot, it's always packed and poppin on the weekends. The service was excellent and the vibe was really fun for a Wednesday evening. The vibes were lively Bollywood music and remixes of that sort. I ordered the chicken tika masala, veggie samosas, chai tea, and it was all very tasty. My only critique is that the waitress asked how spicy I would like the food, I said 7 but still felt it wasn't very spicy. Next time I might ask for 10/10 spicy levels lol. A cute vibey spot with good food and service. Definitely work checking out. read more

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Ordered delivery and got the vegetable korma, chili naan and basmati rice. Firstly, they don't skimp with to-go portions which is awesome. My Korma was filled to the brim, the rice was enough for 2 people and the naan they give you 4 decent size pieces. Rice: plain, but perfect. Naan: Thick, well seasoned and has a subtle green chile flavor. Veg Korma: Veggies are fresh, not out of a bag, authentic flavors, pretty sure it's broccoli, zucchini, carrot and cauliflower. The gravy is super creamy, but fairly mild in flavors. Also I wanted medium spicy but got ultra-mild. No worries, nothing some rooster sauce can't fix. Overall I'd give Daddy Ji a 7.5/10. read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Korma, Large White Basmati Rice , Chilli Naan - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

The food was extra flavorful, the service was great and the ambience is lively. I definitely enjoyed our experience here. Kash was a great server and provided lots of recommendations to try! An adventure for sure. read more

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My friend said that she has been wanting to try this place out after seeing it on Yelp and so we made a reservation and made our way over! For parking situation, park in the parking structure by where all the shopping is at closest to 21 choices. It's not too far of a walk to Daddy Ji and your car will be covered with shade. All the employees were really nice and they checked on our tables a couple of times. Super attentive. We got the tandoori chicken, malai kofta, chicken biryani, and roti. Tandoori: Although this was the main attraction because they bring it out on a hot plate, the flavor was okay. Chicken was tender, but it was missing something. Chicken inside was kind of bland. Malai Kofta: this was actually really good. Slightly sweet, creamy, and the potato balls were really yummy. We ordered a side of roti to pair with this. The roti was not that good and dry. We should've ordered naan. Chicken Biryani: nice pack of heat in the rice, chicken was tender and flavorful, and portions were big. Overall, I would rate this place a 4/5. It's a decent place to get Indian food. For the area, it is a great place to go to, but OC has a lot of good Indian restaurants as well. read more

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This place is absolutely unreal. Me and my wife tried Daddy Ji for the first time yesterday and were just blown away. Hands down the best Indian food either of us have had, and that's saying a lot because we've eaten tons of it. Tandoori chicken has never been a favorite dish of mine, but we gave it a shot and it was insanely juice, spice levels were perfect and overall just a beautiful dish to look at. The korma cannot even be described with words. Heaven in curry form. Can not wait until we are back! read more

I LOVE this place!! EVERYTHING on their menu is authentic and delicious! ALL the employees are super friendly and helpful and attentive. They know us by name we come here so much. They take the time to talk to us. I definitely 100% recommend this place! I would give them 10 stars read more

First time coming to Daddy Ji! I love the vibe of the restaurant, gives off café. Our server Kash is very welcoming, she helped my friend pick which curry would taste best with shrimp (coconut curry). I got the chicken curry and it was delicious, but I think I'll get the coconut curry next time for myself. read more

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I came to Daddy Ji's for the first time today with a group of friends. the setting was very interesting and welcoming and we were seated right away. all the staff passing by would ask if we were doing well or needed anything during our entire meal. Jonathan was our waiter and he was super friendly and gave plenty of time to figure out what we wanted to eat, we were an indecisive bunch so he had to come by multiple times, but never made us feel rushed or uncomfortable. He was super helpful with their heat scale and his descriptions of the spice levels seem accurate! all of the food and drinks were super yummy. Coconut curry - 10/10 Mango Lassi - 10/10!!!!! read more

Service is great. The waitresses are very nice. Food is excellent here, without a doubt some of the best Indian food I've ever had. When my friend introduced me to this place we got a coconut curry and a lamb shank curry with garlic naan and rice. Both curries are excellent. I was especially impressed with the lamb shank curry and think it is worth the price. Note: their lamb shank curry is $22 not $20 (I was told they are updating their menus). The second time I went here, I ordered Togo and had to make an hour+ long commute back home. I asked if they could help me package it extra well so nothing would spill. Everything made it back home safe and sound and was still hot and delicious over an hour later. Very appreciative of their attention to detail. Will be back for more! read more

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Great overall experience. Food was soooooo good and the staff was attentive and nice. My only complaint would be for the food to be hotter. It was warm and luckily it was so good it was easily overlooked. I'll definitely go back!! read more

Got chicken tikka masala and Garlic naan for take out. The curry was packaged in a more flat container, so it was hard to eat from the take out container. Also, I wasn't able to taste any spiciness! But otherwise the taste itself was good. The curry is more on thinner side and the chicken broke apart easily, not dry. Garlic naan was good too! read more

Ordered the tandoori chicken--fresh, tender, and full of flavor. It had a bit of spice; I'm not great with heat, but still finished everything (just had to blow my nose a few times). Great choice if you're looking to get your protein in. Friendly service and a casual vibe. We went during weekend lunch and were seated right away, but seating is limited. As we ate, it got busier and people began waiting for tables. read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Tandoori Chicken - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

My first time eating Indian food that isn't store bought. Been eying this place for a while and finally had a chance to give it a try. The place is in downtown Claremont, I parked on the street and walked across to pick up my food. The staff seemed nice and I had no trouble calling to order to go. I was able to try the classic Tikka Masala and the Tandori Chicken that everyone on Yelp was talking about. Have got to say that Tandori Chicken packed a punch. Not used to the coat but it was quite tasty. Spicy but not too crazy. The Tikka Masala was great, and the chicken was so tender. The only thing I wasn't used to was the Nhan, which was harder. Again don't quote me on it as I am not sure how this type of cuisine is supposed to be! I just know I enjoyed it ! Looking forward to trying some of their other dishes, and because of this experience, going to want to try some other Indian restaurants as well. Until next time! read more

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Tried this location and Indian cuisine for the first time and it did not disappoint . The tikka masala (level 5 heat) was delectable with the garlic onion naan to pair. Not only was the food great but the service was too. Jonathan was attentive and offered great recommendations. Superb service 10/10. Will definitely return soon read more

Stopped by on 05/03/25 for the first time with my parents. We ordered the following: - 1 chicken biryani = $13 (additional $2 for the chicken) - 1 chicken chow mein = $14 (additional $3 for the chicken) - 1 paneer pakora = $9 - 1 veggie samosas = $7 - 1 kaju corn = $13 - 1 garlic roti = $3.50 - 1 hot kawa chai = $5 SUBTOTAL = $69.50 TAX = $6.60 TIP = $10 TOTAL = $86.10 One opportunity for improvement is the wait time for food - we probably waited around 30+ minutes! This is a small business and the food was okay. read more

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Food is good. Service is friendly but I most sau, best mac and cheese I've ever had. I recommend this place. Very authentic. We also ordered a lamb and it was a bit different for one of our guess's taste (I thought it was good though) but they ended up changing it out for us. Really nice people. read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

Came here last Saturday 5.3.25 it was a rainy early evening. We waited outside (didn't have reservations) it was cold but we weren't alone there were others who also didn't have reservations. This place is popping with take-out, so don't let the people waiting outside deter you from approaching. We ordered LOTS of food to try, and by far our favorite was the Samosa Chat... OMG!! So delicious. Our table of 3 shared 1 as an appetizer. My jasmine iced tea was refreshing as well. So our first order of the Garlic Naan was sorta burnt, they replaced it once we said something. The Tikka Masala Chicken was divine, my fish lahori was ok but I'm used to the breading being a bit lighter the tamarind sauce get's me EVERY DAYUM TIME!! so good! Parking is a challenge here as the adjacent parking lot actually belongs to the business next door; you're pretty much parking at your own risk since all the signs warn you that you will be towed. On the weekends, I think most people guess it's okay since the business isn't open. Respectfully Reviewed read more

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Jonathan and the whole staff were amazing! Excellent customer service and delicious food. We will be coming back for sure!

We drove all the way from Irvine to Daddy Ji in Claremont, and it was absolutely worth it. The service was excellent from start to finish, and I really appreciated being able to make a reservation through Yelp--it made everything so easy. I brought my in-laws, who are very picky eaters, and even they were delighted. There truly is something for everyone here. We ordered so many dishes, and every single one was a hit--from the fried fish and saag to the butter chicken and Rogan Josh. Everything was flavorful and perfectly prepared. Jonathan was our server, and he was incredibly helpful with a great attitude. That said, all of the staff was amazing--attentive, welcoming, and constantly checking on us without being intrusive. Highly recommend Daddy Ji--don't hesitate, you will not regret it. read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California