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Kabila

3.7 (427 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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buffet: $19 M-F, $25 wknd | Goat Curry (fav), Tandoori & Butter Chix (noms sauce), Saag Paneer, Pakora, Naan, Cucumber, Barfi, Kheer, & Chai
Nettie S.

* foodie DEETS here * - review #201 I was initially brought here after fam came for a work lunch, but no buffet on Sats back then. We tried the Union City locay later, but that was much smaller & OG. Thereafter, we came back a couple of times to enjoy this spread. T L ; D R . . . AYCE lunch buffet, 11:30a-2:30p: $19 M-F & $25 wknds (since 4/2025) w/ more items incl pani puri, chaat, & lassi. Good variety of flavorful dishes, but minimal table service. Kept having to shoo flies away throughout my 1st meal, but not by the time I just returned 4.5 mos later. V I B E S . . . After passing their bakery next door, enter into this decent sized resto divided by long banquettes, accompanied by wooden tables & padded chairs. Host/cashier & bar on the left side w/ the buffet along the back wall. N O M S . . . Tried the following: - Karahi Goat | bone-in curry is the reason I go to Indian spots!! spicy tho - Butter Chix | alwaz my fav sauce anywhere - Tandoori Chix | dry - Fish Pakora | crispy df filets, fam's go-to. Mixed Veg avail. - several Veg dishes - Saag Paneer | sautéed spinach not alwaz avail, unfortunately - 3 kinds of Biryani Rice: plain, egg (best), veg (eh) - Cucumbers | old, soggy. I eat them w/ mint cilantro chutney. - Naan | bread basket fresh to table - no soup - Choc Barfi/Burfi | condensed milk squares. too bad they only put out 1 lil tray & wouldn't refill during my 1st visit. - Besan(?) & White Pistachio Barfi | Indian fudge squares, but not creamy. Rather, grainy. Still enjoyable tho some white ones were old. - Kheer | rice pudding, mid w/ lots of soft grains & seemingly less juice here D R I N K S . . . - Chai Tea | milky noms helps calm the spice & gives caffeine kick S E R V I C E , e t c . . . Chubby man is the most friendly. Others not too approachable esp the younger female who was a freakin "mute" hating her job. (Think she had long hair). We tried asked her for things 2-3x. She straight up says nothing in return & just walks away! Rude & unprofessional af. The last time, she eventually returned w/ a brief answer. Weird not to have a place to write a tip on the cc receipt. Guess they don't want any. Prob y they're the way they r. - Return? Def for my goat fix & the price - Restroom sitch (helps gauge resto's cleanliness): decent. 2 enclosed toilet rooms w/in the ladies' to blow up, which most newbs do when Indian curry shocks ur system. IYKYK, lol. - Out the door for 2ppl: 42. - Apple Pay: Yep, who doesn't these days? P.S. If u found what I spent time on to be of help, show this (Asian) sista some love by SMASHing a reaction & FOLLOWing me if u don't already!! ;-P Thx in advance & may there be more noms in our futures...

Anindita C.

I went in hoping for a buffet and got exactly that! Great options for vegetarians and each dish I had was delicious. Had the butter chicken, paneer dish, tandoori chicken, chai, mango lassi, naan, and goat dish. Will be coming back when I'm in the east Bay Area. Service was quick when we needed naan and when we needed to be seated when we arrived. Besides that, it was ayce buffet. Beware of the hours but we came in 1 hr before close as all the items were still out and we were able to dine in. The place wasn't too crowded and the ambiance was great. I definitely recommend the place and will be returning!

Raman C.

Food was good and music was good too. Only drawback was they forgot to bring our vegetable biryani from the order we placed and bought it after 2-3 times reminder, so we had to pack it and take it home.

The bakery next door
Yuri H.

Wide variety of delicious foods. The hostess and server were very nice, accommodating, and expedient. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with lovely light fixtures and all of the buffet chafers are copper and gold adding to the regal splendor of the atmosphere. I absolutely loved it!

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Sarah T.

Spacious bright space and friendly server Good spot to stop after our Costco run 2 veggie entrees + naan was more than we needed for lunch. Decent renditions A tad spicy for this no- spice girl but manageable

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Nancy P.

So happy to find an Indian buffet in Bay Area. Many restaurants stopped doing buffets once Covid hit. This one is located in the mall with Ulta as a main anchor. Plenty of seating and very clean inside. You are seated at a table and you can help yourself. Beyond the typical Indian rice, there are also chicken biryani and vegetable biryani. Chai tea and water are served and fresh naan bread is brought to your table. Refills of naan are given and kheer and fruits are available as desserts.

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Be H.

It's a good spot to try a variety of Indian food. The food itself weren't bad, really liked the butter chicken and Tabdoori fish - both had great flavors. I wish their salad bar was a bit more than just cucumber and onions. They only had one option for desserts. They do bring out fresh naan once you've been seated. Overall, decent spot - I'd definitely come back. They even have a bar there.

Nav C.

My go to place when I go to the Bay Area. Staff is very friendly. I went near closing time and had ordered appetizers and everything was brought out very quickly so I didn't have time to enjoy my pakore. But, I really love this place and recommend you all to try it.

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Consistent quality food, good ambience and great service. Love their Naan, Kabab, Butter Chicken.

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Was here for a work event and absolutely LOVED it! The food was fantastic, plus the staff was kind and excellent to work with!

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11 months ago

We are regulars here! Always the best food! Services is wonderful and staff are always warm and friendly. Kabila is our home away from home

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Ask the Community - Kabila

Do they have party hall?

Not a separate hall, but maybe they could transform the large space to fit your vision. See my review for description & pix. Good luck!

How much is the buffet for adults and for kids?

AYCE lunch buffet, 11:30a-2:30p: $19 M-F & $25 wknds (since 4/2025) w/ more items incl pani puri, chaat, & lassi. See my review for more deets & pix.

Has the lunch buffet started?

Yes

Is the buffet currently active?

Yes

Are you serving buffet in Lunch or dinner? If yes then what days?

Hello Badal, Buffet is still not on! We are working on it most likely in December.

Does the restaurant have a banquet hall to host private party?

Hi Monika Yes we do have a private room with a capacity of 50-55 available to host small parties… Read more

Is you meat halal?

Hello Sarah Unfortunately it is not.

Are the non-vegetarian plates halal?

Hi, do you have dinner buffet?

Hello Bill Sorry we only have lunch buffet from 11:30 to 2:30pm from Monday-Saturday.

Hi is your meat halal?

Hello Amena Unfortunately it is not halal at the moment.

How much is the lunch buffet?

Hello Susan Our lunch buffet is $16+tax. If you have any other questions please let us know. Have a… Read more

Is there dinner buffet?

Sorry only lunch buffet Monday to Saturday 11:30-2:30

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