ID Cafe

I was looking for somewhere to eat with a friend who was visiting out of town and came across this…read moreplace on Yelp. We were in the mood for Indian food. When we arrived, we noticed the sign outside above the door said "Lumpia Factory", but another sign on the ground outside said the actual name of the place, so it was a little hard to find. Unexpectedly, when we walked in, we noticed it was just their kitchen and not actually a restaurant. They have some tables and chairs for you to eat at, but they are not serviced. The food they were making smelled too good, so we decided to just stay and order some food. We got the stuffed onion naan, stuffed cheese naan, samosa chaat potato vindaloo, baingan bharta (eggplant), and bhindi masala (okra). My favorite dish was the potato vindaloo as it had the perfect flavor and the samosa chaat. The stuffed naan isn't really anything by special, but the naan itself was good. Next time, I would just get garlic naan or plain naan. Overall, the food was great and very flavorful and tasty. Would definitely come here again!

They have a great lunch special--$16 base price for two dishes with rice and a bread. Everything…read morewas fragrant, flavorful, and hot! Especially the veggie samosa. Really nice staff. Love that they partner with a program that donates a meal to the local food bank with proof of purchase! I can tell they are very intentional in their practices Also smells amazing inside!! Highly recommend.

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Always a pleasure to have dinner at Th Guru Curry House. Friendly staff, varied menu, freshly…read moreprepared food and reasonable prices. I often take out and my order is always well packaged, hot and ready when I arrive. When I have eaten in, the service is great and the portions are huge. Don't forget to indulge yourself with the complimentary hot chai tea. This restaurant never, ever disappoints.

Wow!! This place is fantastic! I tried the lamb vindaloo and was blown away. Tender, flavorful,…read moreright level of spice and the lamb not gamey at all. Garlic nan and rice were the perfect complements. Definitively coming back.

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Delicious Curry House

4.5(238 reviews)

0.1 mi•Downtown Oakland

Halal

Fine dining

It was a 10/10 and the building is so nice and peaceful and beautiful( I went late at night)read more

Quite decent food, and it was empty when we went in for lunch on Sunday. Service was attentive, and…read morethe ambiance was pleasantly quiet. They were burning incense when we arrived, and asked if we'd prefer that they put it out, which was thoughtful. We had plain naan. Chicken tikka masala, rice, and samosas. Everything tasted good. I'd go back and try out more of the menu.

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4.3(88 reviews)

This is my GO-TO for Indian food. The food is always delicious! My favorite dishes are the chicken…read morevindaloo and the chicken momos. I love their samosas as well. I'm always happy with my food.

Grabbed a bite after catching a movie at Grand Lake. Shared the fish pakoda, veggie momos and…read moreveggie tikka masala with my wife, it was all delicious. We came in between lunch and dinner on a Sunday so it was mostly empty, and we got pretty expedient service. Tangent: this used to be Ikaros, and there is still an Ikaros doormat embedded into the floor by the entrance. I told my wife we ate there like 9 years ago and that's where she introduced me to her best friend. She has zero recollection of that.

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Had the best ever Goat Biryani in my Life ! And other Tandoori Roti, Chicken Bindi and Chicken Tika…read moreMasala are super delicious ! Recommending this to everyone ! Clean and fast service for a big group of 12 served within 15 -20 minutes to all ! Thank you. Will come back again

best authentic Biryani, very good service, very clean, very nice bathroom, owner is very friendly.read more

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Pippal

4.2(374 reviews)

2.5 mi

Pippal's Emeryville location is the perfect location for an elevated Indian dining experience…read more Beginning with ambience, the space is comparably serene to its fast-food neighbors, on the second floor of Bay Street Emeryville. One thing to note about the location is that there is no built-in restroom within Pippal, and they share a restroom with the mall's second floor that's around a 3 minute walk away. The space is elegant and tastefully decorated: great for date-nights and gatherings alike. The volume inside the restaurant is not too loud. The service was spectacular - Salman was incredibly funny, accommodating, and gave amazing recommendations for our first time here. We were just in time to experience one of the last days of the Alora x Pippal August collaboration, a fusion between coastal Mediterranean cuisine and regional Indian cuisine. We went with Salman's suggestion of the family-style izgara aile tarzi, a loaded plate of mixed grill of chicken shawarma, lamb adana kebab, shrimp pincho and beef shashlik. We also ordered butter chicken and masala fries, and mango lassi from their non-alcoholic drink menu. The shrimp pincho was undeniably the standout dish. The juicy shrimp meat complemented the vibrant flavor from the adobo marination process, and I loved it even though I never eat shrimp! The butter chicken was also quite tender and flavorful, which I really appreciated. I would definitely recommend it! Thank you to Salman and the Pippal Emeryville team for having us.

We went for the Emeryville Restaurant Week special lunch there today, at 12:45…read more We were completely taken aback at the miniscule size of the fish dishes. The quantity of fish in the appetizer and entree was almost one-third the quantities in the chicken appetizer and entree. The butter chicken was really good, though. As were both desserts. The service was painfully slow, totally inattentive. Had a long wait for everything, even after the restaurant had practically emptied out, and there was only one other table of 2 left. The waitress forgot our chai order. And for $6, they give you a small cup of tea that's not even full. Totally absurd, given that $14 buys you a cocktail. I have had some very satisfying meals there in the past. But the Restaurant Week lunch was quite disappointing.

2.5 mi•Santa Fe, North Oakland

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4.3(103 reviews)

Placed an order online and picked up. Super quick service once you're there and I met the owner,…read moreshe was really sweet! The food was delicious. I got tandoori chicken with butter naan and my partner got chicken tikka masala with garlic naan. All amazing. Will definitely order from here again. Also incase you're wondering if the mild medium and spicy is accurate, I got the medium for my chicken and it was spot on.

Something really missing in this food. It's kinda just ok, but dosnt have any depth of flavor…read more Maybe that is the result of a soulless ghost kitchen. Better Indian food elsewhere .

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Desilicious

4.7(82 reviews)

0.3 mi•Downtown Oakland

Great authentic Pakistani food and freshly made Chai…read more Prices are very reasonable considering the quality and quantity Yummy to the max

OMGosh, so much to say and so little space! My family and I first stumbled upon this gem for my…read moreson's graduation, and it quickly became one of our absolute favorites. We will happily drive over an hour to get here, and trust me, it is worth every mile! Everything we've tried has been scrumptious, but what makes this place even more special is the owner. She is truly a beautiful soul, and somehow that warmth finds its way right into her food. You can taste the love, care, and pride in every bite. If you haven't eaten here yet, GO! You will not regret it. Just one important tip: don't confuse it with the restaurant down the street with a very similar name. Pay close attention to the spelling! This is the one you want, and once you taste the food, you'll understand exactly why. Come hungry, leave happy, and thank me later!

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Namastey Patio Nepalese and Indian Cuisine

4.3(185 reviews)

Namastey Patio has a very nice outdoor dining area that simply draws you in. I'm a huge fan of both…read moreIndian and Nepalese food so of course I had to give Namastey a try. Their menu has a nice selection. The Dahl puri chaat immediately had me curious and for $8, I'm glad I gave this appetizer a try. They're crispy flour puffs filled with tamarind chutney, mini, yogurt, garbanzo beans and chickpeas, lightly fried. It's a guaranteed flavor bomb! Chicken Chilli MoMo $17 was a little too tangy than what I normally like. Despite the name, it's not that spicy to me. Their lunch plates have a nice variety of food and resembles a bit of a cafeteria tray. Butter chicken was $21.99 and lamb curry was $23.99 -- the portions of actual meat was a little sparse but the flavor was good and both meats were tender. Service was friendly and prompt. If you prefer to sit inside, it is beautifully decorated. Total bill was $93.10, including a mango lassi not pictured for $4.50 -- definitely tell they used fresh mangoes! Overall a delightful experience.

Ordered for delivery so can't say much about the ambiance…read more The food was packed tight in a plastic container, and was still pretty hot. I got the chili chicken momos. I always have to try the momos when trying a new Nepalese place. The momos didn't look close to the picture on the menu. My food looked like it was thrown into the container and shipped off, tumbled, upside down, and sideways. The dumpling wrap was almost on the soggy side. A little more time in the sealed box and they would have been soggy. Overall though, the dish was good with a bit of spice level. This is more of a 3.5 stars than a 4 stars.

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Jaji

4.4(155 reviews)

0.8 mi

•$$$

The vibes are immaculate. The food is perfect for sharing a meal with family and friends…read more To be specific, don't miss the crudo, eggplant and mantu dishes - they are flawless. Next time, we get the sea bream!

Having tried their sister restaurant Parche, my husband and I wanted to check out Jaji for an…read moreafter-work date-night. The interior is beautiful and welcoming, the staff were also helpful with recommendations from the menu. Jaji has a similar layout to Parche with everything meant to be shared. I felt the portion sizes were more aligned with their price tag versus my experience at Parche. Now lets get to the food! We started with the Bahar Crudo, a refreshing beet-marinated ocean trout, as well as the Salata, a surprisingly large bowl of fresh salad with plenty of veggies, tzatziki and a delightful herb vinaigrette. For warm plates, we split the Bonjon Borani, beef cheek Mantu dumplings, and the Chapi Kabob with a side of saffron rice. I loved the addition of the orange peel in the rice. But I think my favorite of all was the Bonjon Borani, I couldnt't get enough of the delicious sauces over the perfectly cooked eggplant.

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S K.

103

2 years ago

I recently visited this restaurant and sampled a variety of dishes: Vijayvada chicken dosa, masala dosa, Mysore masala dosa, and plain idli. Unfortunately, none of the items particularly stood out. The sambar was also just average. The ambiance left much to be desired, with two coolers instead of air conditioning, making the environment less comfortable. It's a self-service setup, which might appeal to some, but it didn't enhance the experience for me. On the positive side, the bathroom was clean, which is always appreciated. The dosas were crispy, and the chicken dosa had a decent level of spiciness. However, the masala in the dosas lacked salt, detracting from their overall flavor. In summary, this place is mediocre. While there were a few redeeming qualities, the overall experience didn't impress. read more

Michelle D.

3 years ago

My visit to this local dosa spot was nothing short of extraordinary. The Masala Dosa, a masterpiece of flavors and textures, easily earned its place in the clean plate club. The crepe-style pancake was generously sized and proved to be a perfect canvas for the four accompanying sauces, each enhancing the experience with its unique taste. The standout, however, was definitely the rose milk. Its sweetness and floral notes added a delightful touch to the meal. It's not just a beverage; it's an essential part of the experience. The ambiance was pleasant, service was prompt, and the culinary journey left a lasting impression. This inconspicuous spot is a must-visit for anyone seeking an exceptional dosa! read more

Pooja V.

2 years ago

**Restaurant Review: ID Dosa** Our visit to ID Dosa was truly special as it's where our baby had her first bite of solid food--and loved it! The restaurant's warm, family-friendly atmosphere and attentive staff made us feel right at home. The menu is filled with delicious, authentic South Indian dishes. Our baby adored her first taste of plain dosa, while we enjoyed the flavorful matka dosa, chutneys, and sambar. The food quality and fresh ingredients were evident in every bite. ID Dosa made this milestone moment memorable with excellent service and a cozy setting. It's a perfect spot for families and anyone craving genuine South Indian cuisine. Highly recommended! read more

Bal D.

2 years ago

Excellent food, kudos to chef, I had an exceptional dining experience at Id cafe Antioch, all thanks to Salman! From the moment we arrived, Salman greeted us with a warm smile and impeccable professionalism. His knowledge of the menu was impressive, and his recommendations were spot-on. Each dish was perfectly timed, and his attentiveness ensured our glasses were never empty. Salman's friendly demeanor and outstanding service truly elevated our morning. If you dine here, ask for Salman--you won't be disappointed! Highly recommend read more

Djinn B.

3 years ago

I recently enjoyed a delightful experience at this Indian food spot. The clean and casual ambiance, coupled with a family-friendly atmosphere, set the stage for a memorable visit. The staff was exceptionally friendly, adding to the overall positive vibe. Now, let's talk about the food - it was not just savory but downright tasty and yummy. The flavors were so delightful that I'm already planning my next visit. Highly recommend for a satisfying Indian food experience! read more

Anita C.

3 years ago

First time trying Idili dosa cafe and didn't disappoint. Food was good and good service too definitely going back and worth the money. Clean restaurant. read more

Baljinder M.

3 years ago

We had a dinner here . It was very good experience for us and the staff was friendly. You must try and we will back again.

Tor L.

3 years ago

Good food and service. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants a good experience.

Jessica R.

3 years ago

Love the food and the service really good I love coming here thank you for been super nice

Sumedha J.

9 months ago

please don't move to oakland pleaseeeeeeee it was 10/10 in antioch :( come back to antioch read more

Mary W.

3 years ago

The food is delicious, first time eating a Dosa, spicy vegetarian delicious. Will be back!

Zena L.

3 years ago

Delicious Indian food. Nice family atmosphere. Will be back!

Lakshmi B.

3 years ago

must try place. Dosas and idlis are really good

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My wife and I recently ordered from Narwal Urban Village and we shared a chicken tikka masala along…read morewith a cheese naan. The chicken tikka masala had a rich tomato flavor, a nice sweetness, and the slightest bit of heat. There were about five pieces of cubed chicken breast inside and I was genuinely surprised at how tender the pieces were. I liked the consistency of the dish as well -- not too watery. Although the curry was well-made, the cheese naan is what fell short for me. On the menu, the paneer naan is described as being made with cottage cheese. I should've done a bit more research (and read the item description more carefully) because cottage cheese is not the cheese I typically expect when I order a cheese naan. Normally when I see a cheese naan on the menu, I'm expecting a gooey mozzarella that has a nice cheese pull when you tear the naan apart. However, that's definitely not the case with the paneer naan here, where the cheese is unmelted. Overall, 3.75 experience that rounds up to a 4. I would stop by again for the chicken tikka masala, and perhaps another type of naan.

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