Clipper J.

Tho place caught our attention and we decided to give them a try. Remember that they are not open for lunch on weekdays. So we went during a weekend. Please remember that it is an Indian Mexicano fusion place. We thought it was an interesting concept. The service was great, the interior felt a bit like a beach picnic court. It needs something splashy because it just isn't as inviting as the outside. So the interior ambiance was a big let down. Something about the food combo didn't grab us. It may not be fusion enough, possibly. Personally, we were not impressed. A lot of things seemed to be missing. The food was not memorable, the ambiance was too bland. I hope the owners keep tweaking their formulas. Give them a try and find out for yourself.

Rakhi B.

Ambiance..cute place and has a great outdoor and upstairs area. They do karaoke on Thursday night. They have a great happy hr. Service..friendly and good service Food..amazing..one of the best fusion places. We got the masala fries..masala curry wings..brushetta naan..pani puri..and veggie noodles. Great portion size. Told the owner to get a changing table in womens bathroom and they are going to work on it.

Heather W.

I have mixed feelings about this place. It's been open for months but when we came by one weekday evening, we thought they were still building the restaurant because the downstairs was completely empty and there was sounds of vacuuming or construction going on. it was really strange. Someone happened to come down the stairs and told us to head up there. He appears to be doing it all, manning the bar, being server and food runner. There was a smoke alarm (I think?) hanging from the ceiling, the top area is rather bare bones aesthetic. Tables line the edges. When we came, there was one mere couple in there, but suddenly the place filled up after we were seated. They seem to have a local following. I was excited to try the place because they have been very successful on social media; their Instagram posts are great. Closeup focus on the food with great lighting and vibrant colors is very effective but sort of hid how much the ambiance is lacking. If I am going out to eat in this economy, I want the full package. Maybe they are best for takeout until they fully get everything in motion. We got some traditional food. The Tikka Masala was a tad salty. There was a ton of sauce for the amount of actual meat. Had to ask for another serving of rice to accommodate it. Their Indian fusion items do sound intriguing to try. I saw a photo of a pizza that looked delicious. Maybe its a better experience for brunch or the weekend? I got the impression this was a very social hangout and it just kinda fell short. Are you guys still under construction? Navigating through delays and forced to just open anyway? I'm very confused.

Taelyr V.

My first time here and I am impressed already. The vibes in here are great! It is very clean and beautiful and I love the music. The menu is nice and concise and we knew exactly what we wanted coming in. We ordered 4 dishes in total. The naan bruschetta was amazing. A thin crispy naan with well seasoned tomatoes and cilantro, with a garlic punch. It was amazing, I could probably just eat an entire plate of that. The Samosas were a little less impressive, but the crispy pastry was amazing, which meant the filling lacked a little flavor in our opinion. Most likely will not order again. My Naan Tacos were AMAZING. I got it with the chicken and the way the well cooked naan acted like a little shell for all the goodness inside made it too notch. The pickled onions were amazing, chicken was juicy and flavorful, cabbage gave it that crunch, and cilantro topped it off so well. My fiancee got the butter chicken and she loved it! It was a mix of white meat and dark meat in a curry that got just a little spicier with each bite and the rice was perfect with an herb taste. Overall we are fans!! We live right down the block and will be back to try the whole menu. They have a great happy hour, $7 dollars for various drinks and appetizers. So definitely stop in! I can't wait to see this place grow.

Stephanie L.

Indya is a new restaurant featuring a diverse menu of Indian flavors including curry, noodles, burgers, naan tacos, and more. There were so many vegan options for me! The Naan Bruschetta absolutely blew me away. Not going to lie, at first I wasn't sure how naan would taste topped with tomatoes, garlic, and spice, but let me tell you.. absolutely amazing! In fact, the flavors were so complimentary that I was almost ready to order a second one! Since I typically order curry, I decided to try something new for a change and ordered the veggie wok tossed noodles. It did not disappoint - beyond flavorful and such a large portion! The restaurant is spacious with plenty of seating and even an upstairs bar area for drinks and small bites. Similar to its sister restaurant, Spice Lounge, Indya has some of the best happy hour deals around with $7 drinks and appetizers on weekdays from four to six. I highly recommend checking this place out! You won't be disappointed!

Kyle H.

Really tasty food, good prices, nice ambiance and great customer service! Will be back for sure :) the crispy ball things were good forgot what they're called though

siri g.

This restaurant is fairly new, and I stumbled upon it on Instagram, so I knew I had to check it out. I visited on a Thursday evening around 7 pm. Their appetizer menu looked amazing, but I went with the pani puri -- and honestly, I was pleasantly surprised by how good it was compared to other places in San Diego. It wasn't spicy but was packed with flavor; I'd definitely recommend ordering it. For my main dish, I chose the paneer naan taco, which was also delicious. My friend got the chicken naan taco and really enjoyed his as well. We paired our meal with Taj Mahal beers. Their brunch menu looks super interesting too, so I definitely want to come back and try it.

Shaza A.

We tried this spot for my sister birthday, which had only been open for about two months. We arrived around 4:30 PM, it was quiet at first, but it started filling up soon after. The atmosphere is cozy, especially outdoor. It seems they're still working on the interior, and there's potential for a second-floor event space and karaoke in the future. The food was fresh and delicious , we loved every dish we ordered. The owner was very friendly and even helped us celebrate my sister's birthday. It's a great place for a date night or casual outing. Plenty of parking, too. Definitely a hidden gem, we'll be coming back soon!

Emmett T.

Indya opened at the end of last month in the two-story structure that was the longtime home of a burger bar in the Clairemont neighborhood. There was several parking spaces reserved for this Asian Indian eatery, however I didn't like how you could only approach the business by coming northbound on Clairemont Dr. From any other direction, you had to make an extra turn(s) to reach the lot that was shared with the next door sushi restaurant. While the interior decor was minimal, the exterior of the building was decorated with cultural art. A fountain with an elephant statue was placed in the courtyard adjacent to the entrance. The service counter was to the left when you walked in. Straight ahead was a staircase to the upper level and to the right was the dining room. I would say the seating capacity on the ground floor was close to 50. The menu was a fusion of various cuisines and not straight Indian food. For example, there were Naan Tacos and Indya Burgers as categories on the first page along with Appetizers. The second page listed the Curry, Classics, Tandoori, and Wok Tossed Noodles. The last page displayed the beverages and upcoming Breakfast offerings which would be served between 8 am and 1 pm daily. It's rare to see an Indian restaurant serve noodles so I selected the version with shrimp. Stir-fried yakisoba noodles were mixed with onion, bell pepper, broccoli, and carrots. Seven pieces of shrimp were added to the dish. Two cups of sauce were provided on the side for dipping, chutney and masala. I used a little bit of each one, but the kitchen did a good job of making this item with sufficient flavors on its own. The service was acceptable as one other party was dining during my visit which meant the staff had ample time to check up on me.

Vanessa T.

I'm so glad this place opened up! They serve delicious Indian food and appear to be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The service was great and the interior is really nice and bright. I'm excited to see the upstairs once it opens. The tofu jazz curry and lamb vindaloo were perfect seasoned and delicious. They came with healthy portions of rice. The naan was also very crisp and a good addition to the meal. We also celebrated my birthday so they brought out pani puri with a little candle melted onto the plate.

Wing T.

Ever since the last restaurant that was here long term for many years closed, I was looking forward to what was next. Since I saw the article for Indya on one of the local food news sites (SanDiegoVille, What Now San Diego, Eater SD, etc.) last summer I was really looking forward to a new place opening here, especially a place with a good happy hour! I was looking forward to it opening in August, but it got delayed and finally I was able to come check it out now. In general I love Indian Food and when there were a few Indian Gastropub concepts open in San Diego they didn't feel good enough to me to want to go back, but with this being here and having tried the Masala Curry Wings among other things, I like the thickness and flavor of it and look forward to trying other items the next time I come! It feels like there's only a few people working at the moment but everyone who helped us has been friendly and hospitable! Also seems that the restaurant is still working on itself but it makes sense since most places take 6 months to a year to really grow into itself.

This place is so delicious! And the service was top notch! So accommodating to our vegetarian needs! They did some great renovations since it was Boomerangs. They have a patio space with the water fountain running. I believe they have the space up stairs for catering. Highly recommended.

Zain N.

Indya restaurant recently opened and as a big fan of indian cuisine, i can confidently say this spot is a must try. the food is incredibly delicious, the welcome is warm and genuine and you can tell they truly care about giving their customers a great experience. the outdoor seating is cozy, with a fireplace and fountains, they even offer billiards and other games for added fun. the owner has plenty of exiting plans for the restaurant with his main goal is that his customers are enjoying great food in a lively, enjoyable atmosphere.