Manjeet is amazing very sweet,friendly and she reminded of my friends back home. I was in a rush…read moreso only ordered Samosa and Chai. The softest, flakiest pastry filled with just the perfect spiced filling of potatoes and peas. The chutney tells you a lot about the quality of food served at any Indian restaurant. The tamarind chutney was a thick paste of goodness unlike the watered version you find at other places. The green chutney was the rustic version we make at home with cilantro and chilies and spiced just right, not watered down with bottled lemon juice that is too sour. The tea was strong and milky . I was short on time and the food was delivered in a timely manners even though it was closing time I will be definitely back to taste their other dishes and judging by the little Snack, I have a hunch I will I'll be surprised again.

This is my favorite Indian food place in Long Beach! Service…read moreis always kind and on top of your needs! It's a nice quiet restaurant. Family friendly. Tucked in the corner of a plaza, you'd almost miss it. But it's definitely worth stopping by

We don't order out often but when we do crave a good Indian, this is our go to. Chef actually reads…read moreour requests for extra spicy food for my husband who loves everything "vindaloo" hot. My favorite is the saag. It's delish!

I've been to this spot in person many times, and had it delivered even more…read more I think it's the best tasting Indian food in Long Beach, but after tonight, these guys suck. They've slacked more and more for years when it comes to deliveries. This was by far the worst. Super SUPER small portions. That's the biggest thing, come on man. Here is a picture of what I paid $122 for.....PLUS FEES, AND a TIP! (this has nothing to do with drivers btw, salt of the earth. Thank you). Look at this piece of nothing, weightless, garbage meal that came to my door. Ask yourself: is this worth $150+......based on presentation, quantity, value....literally any factor. A 3.5 ounce half scoop of rice for a $150 total authentic Indian meal.............yeah?! Time for a change in practice fellas, otherwise DO NOT support this business. I'm over $150 out from buying basic Indian street food hoping it was decent.

Fantastic food!!! It's fresh, delicious and just all around a great experience. The servers, the…read morecooks, the owner, everyone is incredible! And the ambience is simple yet you wanna come back for more! This is my new favorite place to eat! And the PRICE... wow! You cannot beat it!!!

Nice neighborhood place that many local colleges near by visit. Portion is generous and the menu is…read moresimple, ordering as is and you can't choose spice level. Great tikka masala and lamb vindaloo with bone in lamb pieces. Chicken tandoori is flavorful and cooked nicely.

Read the reviews!!! Came here for the buffet after seeing…read morethis place on TikTok, drove 40 minutes to get here, and read the reviews prior to coming - this led us to parking in the perfect spot, finding the place extremely easily, and we took the suggestion to come shortly after opening so that the food was fresh and hadn't been sitting for long. AMAZING!!! Completely forgot to order the garlic naan, so we were given regular naan, but next time I will remember!! Literally everything about this place was so good, sat in the nice outside section that overlooked the boats, we were left alone except in the beginning and end, and dirty plates were always taken while we had gone to get more food. Will absolutely come back at the same time (11:40am ish) and are happy to bring friends with us, because this place does not deserve to be kept a secret. Probably won't get the mango lassi again (or maybe I will who knows), just because it tasted like the Jumex mango drink, so since I can buy that for cheaper, I likely won't get it again.

I really wanted to love this place because the food was honestly amazing. It's buffet-style, and…read moreeverything I tried was flavorful, fresh, and clearly made with care. There were plenty of options, and it's the kind of place where you want to keep going back up to try a little bit of everything. Unfortunately, the service completely took away from the experience. Our waiter brought the bill while we were still eating and in the middle of a conversation, and then kept coming back to rush us to pay. It felt really uncomfortable and unnecessary at the time--especially since no one had mentioned that they were closing. If we had known, we would have been more mindful and wrapped things up sooner. Great food, but the lack of communication and rushed service made it hard to fully enjoy the experience. I'd consider coming back for the food, but I really hope the service and communication improve.

If you are looking for the best Indian food in Los Alamitos, Amaravati Indian Restaurant is a…read moremust-visit. It's rare to find a spot that masters both North Indian and South Indian cuisine so well. The flavors here are incredibly authentic--you can tell they use fresh ingredients and bold, aromatic spices. I especially loved the rich curries and the biryani, which was perfectly seasoned. A few highlights: * Lunch Buffet: Their popular lunch buffet is a fantastic way to sample a variety of traditional dishes. * Lunch Combos: If you're in a hurry, their lunch combos are convenient, quick, and very satisfying. * Ambiance: The setting is elegant and welcoming, making it great for both a casual lunch or a nicer dinner out. The service was exceptional, and the overall experience was top-notch. Truly a go-to destination for anyone who loves genuine Indian flavors!

Ordered for takeout over the phone for NYE. Though I was told it would take about 15 minutes, I…read morewaited a bit longer for my items: - Chicken Tikka Masala (spicy): Though the chicken was a tad bit dry, this curry was exactly what I was craving. Savory and spicy with surprising bits of pepper, this dish was a very welcomed contrast to the version from India House in Buena Park that I found sweet for some reason. - Garlic Naan: Light, airy, and a nice complement to the curry. - Samosas: Probably the best item I ordered. Aromatic, crispy exterior with delicious potatoes and vegetables inside. I'm sad I requested only 1 order of it. Though 1 order comes with 2 pieces, it was so delicious that I was craving more after it was eaten. I definitely see myself ordering from here again.

Chef VR is an amazing person and an amazing cook. I am a student at Marshall Academy of the Arts…read moreand I walked 40 minutes just to get to Appu's. Upon stepping foot beyond the door, Chef VR greeted me with a smile and said "I see you're carrying a violin!" In response, I said yes and he offered that I play him and his customers a song for a free flatbread--in which I took the offer. I performed Shenandoah arranged by Eric Morales, and everybody applauded me. With his promise in mind, he gave me flatbread, free of charge, along with a 10% discount for being a student. My food, it was all made fresh and the flatbread was made from scratch. I love the flavors of Indian cuisine and the damn good Gulab Jamun. Chef VR is a really nice and kind person you'll meet, he is very greeting and he will give people fist bumps for free. Definitely give this place a try!

I was stoked to try this place because of its stellar reviews. There were 4 of us in my group. The…read moreplace itself was beautiful and was well maintained. It was spotlessly clean. The owner seemed really friendly and enthusiastic about the menu. We could see that he had poured his heart and soul into this place. We got two maharaja burrito and 1 maharani vegan burrito and samosas. The vegan mango lassi was tempting but it was made from coconut milk and I prefer not to eat that much saturated fat. Food looked great and smelled good. The ingredients tasted fresh. I think it lacked a little bit flavor (possible littles less salt). Spices were fine for me since we got the spicy cali with avocados. For my husband he didn't enjoy it much because he prefers a bit more spicy and also thought it lacked flavor. On the other hand, samosas had the perfect flavor. It was delicious. Parking was easy to find.

Food: **** B. Had the saag paneer and it didn't disappoint. It is one of my favorite foods to this…read moreday. The best surprise was the saMosas. Mine was filled with potato for the vegetarian in me. It was like eating mashed potatoes wrapped in phyllo dough. Service: *** C We ordered out so we didn't really experience the service. Ambiance: *** C Again, we did a door dash so are anticipating trying the ambience out for ourselves.

Get the butter chicken. You won't regret it…read more He was nice and gave us a sample. Hours are 11am-9pm on weekends. They also have tea.

My girlfriend and I arrived on a late Saturday night. Although we didn't have a reservation, we…read morewere given the opportunity to sit at the bar. The bartender Nil was so attentive. We ordered mango margaritas and the Mango Passion Fruit Lassi. Both were phenomenally crafted. To eat, we ordered the cheese & jalapeño kulcha, saffron rice (side), Cali Chilli Pot Pie, and the Tandoori Sea Bass. My soul left my body as soon as I bit into the sea bass. I'm someone who rarely savors my food, but I genuinely felt sad that I was on my last bite. All other dishes we ordered were perfect. The sea bass; however, stole the show. Shout out to the chef Mandrpal! We were recommended the lobster and short ribs for our next visit.

Food Butter chicken…read morepot pie - A must order. An elevated butter chicken with buttery puff pastry. You won't need naan. However, absolutely get it with rice, it worked perfectly. 4.6 without rice 4.8 with rice. Lamb vindaloo - An excellent waiter recommended dish that is just a tad underseasoned. Tender lamb shank with a great curry and wedge potatoes. Didn't have a chance to try it with rice. 4.6/5 Saffron rice - As just mentioned, this rice is excellent. A bit underseasoned by itself but with a protein it's excellent. 4.5/5 Kebab - I forgot which I got, but it was a solid dish. I liked the cook and grilled fruits it came with. Spicy mint chuntey was a nice addition. 4.5/5 Pan puri - This is a gimmicky app that is fine to try once. 4.2/5 Truffle chicken - Boneless thigh wings that are creamy and excellent with rice. Just a tad underseasoned. 4.3/5 without rice. 4.6/5 with rice. Chai tiramisu - It sounds a lot better than it is. 4/5 Lava cake - Waiter recommended and a hit. An excellent dessert. The ice cream seemed generic/not in-house though. 4.7/5. With homemade ice cream this could be a 4.9. Service Both times I've went the hosts have been going through the motions but the waiters have been good. 4.4/5 Ambiance 5/5

I've gone here twice already and ordered to go, because it's near my job. So when I'm craving…read moreIndian food this is the spot I go to. It's a small spot. I haven't had a chance to eat inside yet. All the drinks and desert are in the cooler to get including mango lassi. I ordered palak paneer, chicken tikka masala, rice, naan, mango lassi and gulab the first time. I love the palak paneer and naan. the chicken tikka masala was a bit too sweet for me. the mango lassi was great. The gulab was in the fridge so it got hard. The second time I went I got naan and lentils and the mango lassi again. The lentil and naan are so good. I don't know what it is about he naan but i want the dish to go with the naan when I get food there. That naan is so good! The service is also great. This lady working there the second time I went was so sweet. I forgot her name though.

We love their butter chicken, curry chicken, and black pepper chicken! The naans too!…read more Service is always friendly :) I love that they have combo dishes, which is the perfect portion for me :)

A staple of the South Bay halal food scene - a lot of us in the community grew up eating here. I…read morehad noticed some quality and consistency issues over the past few years, but my recent visits have all been excellent, so it genuinely feels like they've turned things around and earned their 5 stars again. I've tried almost everything on the menu over the years, from orange chicken to the short ribs, and most dishes are delicious. The portions are huge and perfect for sharing family-style, especially with larger groups. They've always handled big parties well, though I'd definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time since they can get busy. The ambiance is probably the one area that could use some improvement, but the food and portions more than make up for it. If it's your first time, I'd recommend the chicken corn soup, sweet and sour chicken, green onion paratha, and Mongolian beef.

I have been wanting to try this place for some time. My first impression is not good. It feels…read moredirty. Not comfortable at all, tables with a cheap vinyl cover. Condiments in the tables have a slimy film on them obviously not cleaned in some time. We should have left but thought the food may be different. We ordered Braised Shrimp (average), Cashew chicken (fast food quality) and Combo Fried Rice (Gross). There were pieces of beef in the rice that were dried out and had a bad taste as if food stored in a freezer the quickly thawed. Overall it was a huge disappointment. Gross, dirty. And they come to your table in hurry making us feel like we need to hurray and get out so that can seat others and make more money. Very Bad!! Look at the "inside" photos on yelp. That will explain