One of the most delicious curry's I've ever had!! The NAAN!!!!! *chefs kiss Clean fun restaurant, friendly knowledgeable staff. The aesthetic is soooo cute Owner is energetic and friendly Love it here read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Coconut Curry With potatoes added and garlic cheese naan - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

My first time trying Indian food and it was amazing 10/10! Everything was delicious. Huge shoutout to Jonathan, Cathy, and Gabby for the wonderful service. They were so friendly and made our first experience even better. Can't wait to come back! read more

My family and I love Daddy Ji's! One of the best spots in the Claremont village. The food is always delicious and the service is always spot on. Johnathan was our server tonight and he was very kind and attentive. read more

Delicious food, friendly staff, comfy seating, and beautiful interior. What more can a gal on a lunch break ask for? My coworkers introduced me to Daddy Ji's and I believe this will be a regular lunch spot. We all ordered their Lunch Special, which is from Monday to Fridays 11 to 3 pm. The Lunch Special Punjabi Thali (Plate) comes with 1 dal, 2 veggie sides, rice, and naan or roti. You can choose from garlic, plain naan, or roti, then you choose the type of plate you like. I got their Butten Chicken Plate and golly, it was delicious! The Lunch Special is served in a beautiful gold plate with multiple small bowls to hold the dishes. My butter chicken was velvety rich in tomato flavor and the chicken was tender and beautifully married wth the buttery gravy. I'd come back just to have another bite of their Butter Chicken! I also wanted to try one of their drinks, so I ordered a Iced Saffron Chai with Boba (No Milk). I've never had this drink before, and I am so glad I did because it is absolutely delicious. It's refreshing, bright, and has an almost delicate and sweet-spicy aroma to it. While eating our lunch specials, we sat in their comfy blue velvet seats and enjoyed the ambiance. The staff members came to check on us multiple times, and were very quick to refill our waters, and are very friendly and sweet people. We all left with happy smiles and full bellies. I can't wait to come back with more friends! read more

Been coming here for about 2 years now with my best friend and we love it! Even when we are just walking around the Claremont Village we can smell the Daddyji aroma in the air and makes us want to go inside. Although they do tend to get busy my friend and I are always seated and served in a timely manner. They have a very big menu which we love because we get to try something new everytime. We really love the pani puri and vegetable samosas. The workers are also very helpful and always help with recommendations or understanding what a dish is. The dishes are not only beautiful looking but taste delicious and always full of flavor. Everything we've eaten here has been delicious!! read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Biryani with Vegetables Chilli Stir-fry Curry Butter Chicken Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

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We had the butter curry, samosa dosa, chicken 65, and ghee roast, with rice and garlic naan. All very good, though maybe not quite spicy enough for the specified spice level (6). We do like very spicy though. Everything was quite good. The dosa was the stand-out. A little more floral than I'm used to. The only negative thing I have to say is the water cups were small. The article was good and it has a great look. Easy to recommend to anyone who likes Indian or wants to try Indian for the first time. read more

Tasty dishes & the staff are so friendly! This was my first time coming here and I ordered food to-go and they made an exception and took my order even though it was about 30 minutes to closing time. (That's my bad, I know). They totally didn't have to take my order, I even asked the owner multiple times if it was okay and I even said it's no worries and that I'll come back another time if it's too late to place an order. They very graciously took my order anyways, even helped me make some food decisions, and I was very grateful because I was so hungry and didn't want to get fast food. Since it was my first time I ordered my Indian cuisine staples. I ordered their Chicken Tikka Masala (medium spicy) which turned out to be the perfect spice level. I ordered Palak Paneer (non-spicy), Vegetable Biriyani (also non-spicy) because I want the chicken tikka to be my main spicy dish. I was surprised to see so many naan choices! They suggested I order their tomato basil naan (that's a new option, haven't seen that before at an Indian restaurant). I also ordered garlic naan. So glad I ordered both, because 3 main entrees need at least 2 orders of naan. The owner is so nice! We talked about Indian food and she answered my questions and got to know her a little. You can tell she cares so much about her customers and staff. I ate my food at home and was really impressed by the flavors and that they actually did give me medium spicy level on the chicken tikka (some places just give you the basic mild). I liked that the vegetable biryani had carrot, broccoli, and chopped green beans in it. I'd love to come back and enjoy a meal at their restaurant. It's more modern chic interior and I was told that there is a lunch buffet option. Maybe I'll be back for lunch! Their menu had a lot of Indian dishes that I've never tried, so I definitely want to come back for those! read more

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Was craving tikka masala and daddy ji's DID NOT disappoint! Very delicious and fresh!! Tikka masala was delicious (and toddler approved) we tried the samosa dosa, however I think next time we will just try the regular veggie samosa. Samosa dosa was good, but wasn't our favorite. The tandoori wings were delicious and piping hot, didn't catch what kind of dipping sauce they served with it but it was very good. The garlic naan -- soooo fresh, hot and tasty. Have to mention the guava soda, which was perfectly sweet. Service was great, food came out fast and the restaurant has nice decor/wall art. It's a smaller place with maybe 12(give or take) tables. We came on a Wednesday around 7 and didn't have to wait, however there was a constant flow of people wanting to dine in and tables were filling easily. Can't wait to come back. read more

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Explored the modern Indian cuisine in Claremont. Service staff is very friendly and kind, elaborating on different items on the menu with us. Food tastes GREAT but the wait was terribly long. We ordered the lamb shank and it was recommended to go with white rice. Naan was done with precision and profession! Ambiance quite cozy, European, and exotic. I saw many tables of friends and family gathering. Good for a hang out with groups and share all delicious Indian foods. Oh and I forgot to mention, the price is economic for good quality food. +1 read more

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Delicious food, friendly staff, comfy seating, and beautiful interior. What more can a gal on a lunch break ask for? My coworkers introduced me to Daddy Ji's and I believe this will be a regular lunch spot. We all ordered their Lunch Special, which is from Monday to Fridays 11 to 3 pm. The Lunch Special Punjabi Thali (Plate) comes with 1 dal, 2 veggie sides, rice, and naan or roti. You can choose from garlic, plain naan, or roti, then you choose the type of plate you like. I got their Butten Chicken Plate and golly, it was delicious! The Lunch Special is served in a beautiful gold plate with multiple small bowls to hold the dishes. My butter chicken was velvety rich in tomato flavor and the chicken was tender and beautifully married wth the buttery gravy. I'd come back just to have another bite of their Butter Chicken! I also wanted to try one of their drinks, so I ordered a Iced Saffron Chai with Boba (No Milk). I've never had this drink before, and I am so glad I did because it is absolutely delicious. It's refreshing, bright, and has an almost delicate and sweet-spicy aroma to it. While eating our lunch specials, we sat in their comfy blue velvet seats and enjoyed the ambiance. The staff members came to check on us multiple times, and were very quick to refill our waters, and are very friendly and sweet people. We all left with happy smiles and full bellies. I can't wait to come back with more friends! read more

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I've eaten here a few times. Except for the fried rice, I've enjoyed most of their dishes. Their Indian Chinese dishes are probably not for me. The restaurant is often busy and sometimes has a wait as the dining room is not very large. When they first opened, I had a concerning incident where a server boxed my food with his bare hands after clearing tables. They offered to remake my food but still sent me home with the same item. I could tell they didn't remake it. I ended up throwing it away. Hopefully they've worked on improving their practices. read more

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We had a craving for Indian food and had driven past this restaurant before. We both had the lunch special - Tikki Masala for me and Chicken Curry for my husband. Both were delicious and came with rice, three different side dishes along with naan. You had a choice of garlic nan, plain naan or roti. It was all incredibly yummy. The pineapple ice tea was full of pineapple goodness and went perfectly with our lunch. There is indoor and outdoor seating and there is limited parking in the back of the building. We will be back! read more

Great authentic Indian food. Reminds me of home. I absolutely loved their Falooda and garlic cheese naan. The price is great and i liked all the foods i tried there. The biryani is a must try there. The service was great but their foods take a bit long to come out. I understand, it's very busy. The place has parking in the back and restaurant is fairly big. read more

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

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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Cute Indian restaurant in Claremont. We went for lunch so tried one of their lunch items and got 2 appetizers. I love chaat so we had to try the papri chaat, pretty typical chaat so can't complain. My husband tried the chicken 65 and actually liked that it was saucier than other places even though the extra sauce makes it a little less crispy than the usual. He thought the extra sauce was worth the hit on crispiness. We got the paneer tikka naan roll which was huge! Easily feeds two people. We definitely had leftovers. Will be back! 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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Great service. Gabby was very personable. Food is a 3.5. Samosa is good and tasty. Vindaloo feels like it's missing some thing. The eggplant is better. Pat gave us a free dessert in exchange for a review. It was a bit strange to have the staff standing there waiting is to finish the review. read more

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Absolutely amazing,, definitely exceeded our expectations. The food, the vibes, the entire staff; wow, definitely an experience. Bea our server, was so attentive and knowledgeable of the menu. All of her recommendations were ordered and were to die for. Thank you Bea for being amazing, can't wait to 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

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Coconut Curry, Tikka Masala - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

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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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What a delight to visit this divine Indian restaurant. We checked in via Yelp and had to wait a bit to get a table upon arriving. It was well worth it. The interior decor is very nice. We tried several items, and I was equally impressed with each one. The veggie samosas are served with a mint yogurt sauce and a sweet sauce. Delish! We had the potato dosa, which came with a coconut sauce, a carrot sauce, and a small bowl of lentil-veggie soup. I think this was my favorite item. I really enjoyed the pani puri, which you assemble yourself with potatoes, garbanzo beans, and another delightful sauce. We ordered the chicken tikka masala which is made with dark chicken meat. It was flavorful, though I wish we had upgraded the spice level. We ended the meal with Ras Malai, which was served cold and is soft paneer, very light, spongy cheese dumplings soaked in sugar and condensed milk. This was divine, and I wished I had ordered another. Now I have to go back!! I forgot to mention that the service here was outstanding. Multiple people came by our table to deliver food, answer questions, and refill our water glasses. It had a team-oriented environment that I really appreciated. read more

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

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Our family loves Daddy Ji. Their decor, presentation, and food are all top notch and very aesthetic. We love their lunch specials! You get a good variety of yummy food to choose from and on your plate. The wraps look delish, the apps, the Asian inspired sound amazing too! As creatures of habits though we usually get the coconut curry, butter chicken, tandoori chicken, and tikka masala lunch platters. So much food! Of course we can't visit Daddy Jis without a mango lassi or peach lassi! The service here is very good as well. Everyone is polite, nice, and very helpful. read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Butter chicken platter. So flavorful, so delicious. I ordered it mild but you can choose your spice level. All this for $14.99. - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

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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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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Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine was a fantastic find! The staff was incredibly welcoming, and the prices were very reasonable. We ordered the Masala Dosa, and it did not disappoint. The flavorful sauces paired perfectly with the crispy dosa, and the portion was huge--more than enough for a satisfying meal. If you're looking for authentic Indian food with great service and excellent value, this place is definitely worth a visit! read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Masala Dosa, image is combined two plates because I started eating before taking a picture. - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

Food is always great and there is an extensive menu. Recommend a reservation because the dining hall is on the smaller side. Service is really good read more

These two new dishes are a delight. Lamb Birria tacos and spiced shrimp on saffron.rice.with chicken pewas and mint chutney. read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Spiced shrimp and birria lamb tacos. - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

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The staff is great! They sat us and served us when they didn't have to. The food was so flavorful! I loved the samosa dosas. And the living room- type seats are pretty and comfortable. It makes for a nice casual date night with exceptional food. read more

Great place to eat delicious Saag Paneer. Johnathan was our server, very friendly and helpful. Dessert was a nice end to the meal. read more

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

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

Came here 3 times and each time was amazing! If you never had Indian cuisine, your first time has to be here. Our server Johnathon was super attentive and helped us with all our questions. read more

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

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

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

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Service and food was amazing we didn't wait long either would definitely recommend for others to go

I am a regular here. When moving to Claremont, I try finding a new Indian Food restaurant and this is my place. The servers are so attentive and kind. I love that their staff is bilingual it brings a sense of humor, belonging, and community. The restaurant plays really good music, seating is comfortable and aesthetic. Try it out! read more

Daddy Ji Finest Indian Cuisine - Tikka Masala, garlic naan, bassani rice - Indian Near Me - Claremont, California

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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Absolutely delicious! The curry was rich, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. Paired with the fluffy rice and fresh, warm naan, it was a truly satisfying meal. Highly recommend if you're craving some authentic comfort food! read more

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

The service is always exceptional here. We always feel welcome and attended to. The food is absolutely delicious. We always go with the butter chicken and garlic naan. Great atmosphere. Laid back and casual. read more

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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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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