Did we just find another gem in Long Beach? My partner and I were honestly in awe of how delicious and flavorful every dish was. We'd been wanting to try Kamal Palace for a while since it had been on our radar, and of course we decided to go on Mother's Day for lunch -- fully expecting a long wait. Kamal Palace is tucked away in the Marina Pacifica shopping center in Long Beach, right along the Los Cerritos Channel. Even though it was pretty crowded when we arrived, there were still plenty of tables available, and we were seated within about three minutes. We specifically came for lunch because they offer a lunch buffet seven days a week. When it comes to Indian food, I always want to try a little bit of everything, and when we order à la carte, we usually end up with way too much food. The buffet was perfect because we got to sample a variety of curries and different dishes without overordering. I can't even remember all the names of the curries they had, but every single one we tried was flavorful and delicious. My favorites were definitely the shrimp curry and the mushroom curry. Of course, we both ordered mango lassis, and they paired perfectly with the meal. The ambiance was lovely, and the customer service was incredibly warm and welcoming. We're definitely adding Kamal Palace into our regular lunch date rotation. read more

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I really wanted to love this place because the food was honestly amazing. It's buffet-style, and everything 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. read more

Kamal Palace - From the buffet. - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Read the reviews!!! Came here for the buffet after seeing this 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. read more

Good old spicy Indian food...Lamb Rogan Josh, saag/palak paneer (really spicy), malai kofta, Chilli Chicken accompanied by some Garkic naan and potato kulcha (stuffed bread)...with some store bought plain Dahi (Greek yogurt) read more

Kamal Palace - Mix of various Indian entrees + garlic naan and papad - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

A few of my co-workers have dined here from time to time, but I hadn't had a chance to due to my schedule. They have raved about how good the Indian food is here, and when an opportunity finally arose, I pounced on it to experience it for myself. Good food? Oh yes indeed! But 5-star good? I'm not quite convinced. Kamal Palace is located on the southern end of the Marina Pacifica Shopping Center on the northwest corner of PCH and 2nd. It's a pretty long shopping center that if you park on the north side, closer to Ralphs, you'd be walking a loooooooooooooong way. It's easier to park on the north side, however, since the parking spots are angled, but on this end, the parking spots are perpendicular, necessitating a significantly smaller turning radius to maneuver your vehicle into a stall without hitting another one. When you exit your vehicle in the lot, it's not quite clear where the restaurant is. You'd have to descend a stairwell and follow the arrows to find your way there. There will be an overhead sign that says "Entrance Around Corner", but we entered through there without any issues. I suppose they prefer customers to enter around the corner instead because the way we came in, we'd already be at the start of the buffet. We were a party of 10, and there was a table of 10 ready for us in the middle of the dining area. There was another table in the corner that could have seated all 10 of us, but it would have been quite a tight squeeze to fit us all in, so I'm glad that table was available when we arrived. In front of each chair were a fork, knife, linen napkin, and a wine glass full of water. Stacks of plates sat at the start of the buffet, close to the door where we entered. There were also extra utensils and glasses by that door, but those aren't to be picked up by customers, though I can see others mistakenly doing so. The buffet ran the length of the restaurant with a variety of selections available for customers. Lunch buffets are AYCE every day from 11 AM to 2:30 PM for $17.95 + tax per person. The first selection is the Mix Vegetable Fritters with Samosa, which almost looked like Lomo Saltado given that both utilize fries in the dishes. The next two are the rice: White Basmati in the rear, and Vegetable Biryani in the front. And then you continue to build your plate until the end when you've reached their desserts, like rice pudding and the raita yogurt. There are plenty of choices of chicken like butter, tandoori, and chili. However, there are also plenty of other options for vegetarians like one of my co-workers who goes here on her lunch breaks from time to time. Although I'm not vegetarian, I've tried some of their vegetarian dishes and can attest to how good they are without the need for meat! From what I tried, I enjoyed the flavor of most everything in the first 2/3 of the buffet. I found the last 1/3 to be quite exotic for my taste buds, and since I wasn't feeling too adventurous that day, I tried only a little bit of the sauces as well as the raita yogurt. They're not bad, but if you didn't grow up eating this kind of food, it'd be hard to enjoy them over a long period of time. While I did enjoy the flavor of their rice, chicken, and vegetarian dishes, it seemed to have evaporated slowly but surely while they were sitting in the heating wells. Luckily, not too much is lost that you can still enjoy everything they have to offer. For reference, we went around noon, but I can't be certain I'd enjoy the food as much if we had gone around 2 PM. For me, I enjoyed the food enough that I was able to snag four plates in a span of 40 minutes. though only the first two were full since I wasn't sure if I'd be full after my third plate. I probably could have gone for a 5th if I really wanted to, but I didn't want to exacerbate my food coma knowing I had a lot of work to do that afternoon. Though the servers didn't interact much with me, I appreciated how they were on top of it such that whenever I went up to get a new plate, there was never a time when I saw my old plate; in other words, they picked up my finished plate before I returned with a new plate. They were also pretty good about keeping everyone's waters full. Even when my glass was more than half full, they were still willing to top it off. It wasn't too busy when we were there; more than half the seats were vacant. So how they'd fare in a full house, I really can't predict. However, I was quite dismayed that we just had the linen napkin as our sole napkin. Mine got so filthy towards the end that it was hard to find a clean spot. Surely, if they have bottles of sanitizer on each table, they should have a napkin dispenser as well, right?! Lastly, there were some hard bones in some of the dishes, so you definitely need to be careful with your bites so as to not chomp on something really hard! Overall, you could probably do better at Little India in Artesia, but this is a decent spot for Indian food nonetheless. read more

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Man oh man... what a hidden GEM! We passed by this place many times but haven't tried it. What a mistake we made. This was by far some of the BEST Indian food we've ever had! My husband who has traveled to India even said this place is legit. Everything tastes flavorful and homemade. The waiters here are absolute sweethearts and reminded me of my grandpa. Also, the portions are HUGE! This place left an impression on us and we will for sure be back!! read more

Kamal Palace - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Kamal Palace was recommend to me by a friend who frequents the restaurant. It is tricky to find, but you can't beat the marina views from the restaurant. The waiters were happy and friendly. They jokingly offered a Taj Mahal as beverage suggestion right off the bat. We ordered samosas, saag paneer, rara ghoust, chicken tikka masala, and garlic naan. The food was delicious and piping hot. Great flavor and mild spice which was the request. I would go back as a regular just like my friends. read more

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I always enjoy coming here for the lunch buffet. Great price, great selection, great service. My favorite is the Saag. I could eat that all day! However, because it's a buffet, I will put other offerings on my plate. I do enjoy the butter chicken and their vegetable pakora as well. Honestly, I forget all the names, but they are all pretty tasty. Garlic naan is offered at the table. I always leave saying that I ate too much, y'know, that extra helping of Saag with rice. Service is always great, friendly and a smile goes a long way. They are always ready to accommodate our group of 8 or more, please note that we do arrive close to opening when we don't have a reservation. The only ish I have is that it can be a little hidden, yes it's literally a hidden gem. If I didn't go with someone who knew where this was located, it may have taken me a while to find it the first time. Luckily, I've been here many times now and can find my way. read more

It's been a while since we visited Kamal Palace for its weekend lunch buffet, and we're pleasantly surprised that the interior has been remodeled. The buffet counter is much wider, and it allows the staff to replenish the items much more efficiently. Presentation of the entrees is more aesthetically pleasing too. Best of all, the price has not increased much, despite the rate of inflation that has affected restaurants throughout the nation. For less than $20, you leave satisfied and happy. The garlic naan that came free with the buffet was toasty and crispy. Be careful when you try the lamb curry, which has small shards of bone hidden in the broth. read more

Kamal Palace - Newly remodeled dining area - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

I met with colleagues for lunch on a Sunday and it was fantastic! I love the location, linen table cloths, cleanliness, representation of buffet and the service was great. Server brought large baskets of naan to the table like getting chips and salsa at a Mexican restaurant. The quality of their food is amazing. I learned that 2 of my colleagues had their wedding receptions here! They didn't know each other then either. My husband and I seek out Indian food and I am born and raised in Long Beach and I still trip out that I've overlooked this place. We are definitely returning. Thank you!! read more

Kamal Palace features an Indian Buffet Lunch Monday- Saturday in its waterfront location. You can choose to eat in their large dining room or outside by the waterfront. Service: our server was very gracious and kept our water and beer glasses full. He also brought out warm garlic naan for our table. Food: I'm always hesitant to review buffet entrees because I prefer my dishes with some heat and full flavor. That said, the buffet entrees were all piping hot and flavorful. The butter chicken, vegetable korma and veg samosas stood out as the winners for me. The saag, aloo gobi and the zippy mint chutney were also very good. I look forward to returning for dinner and ordering off the menu. read more

I've been wanting to try Kamal Palace for the better part of a decade and I finally did! I thought, what could be better than all you can eat Indian with a view of the water? Not really the type of location u would expect for an Indian restaurant but somehow, very Long Beach. Food was good and flavorful. I feared that it wouldn't have much flavor to appeal to a significant portion of locals, but the flavors were bold and delicious. I especially liked their mint chutney sauce and their allo gobi. Employees here are also super friendly, adding to my positive experience. My only complaint is that it's difficult to find the restaurant. It's super confusing because it's on the lower level of this outside complex and once you finally find the entrance, there's a sign at the entrance that states that the entrance is around the corner, but this is the actual entrance you use to get in. But other than that, I really enjoyed my experience and I would definitely go back. read more

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Nice Saturday lunch buffet. The place is difficult to find but worth the search. It is on the water side of the marina not visible from the front. Downstairs. They have s variety of Indian dishes. Butter chicken tandoori chicken, saag, samosas, Naan. Lamb, rice. Also small salad and dessert There is an outdoor patio with a nice view. Directly next door to Jade Restaurant. Highly recommend for an affordable lunch buffet ($18). read more

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When your non-Indian friend brings you to an Indian restaurant, when you're the Indian, you raise an eyebrow. However! Solid choice friend. This is one of the better Indian restaurants I have been to. Immediately slapped with vibrant aroma that Indian food possesses. The service here was amazing. Very attentive, especially to your beer when you need a refill. There were two beers from India, a light one, and one with a higher percentage that tastes light. It's delicious! The food was authentic, delicious, and I highly recommend! We had the malai kofta, shahi paneer, vegetable pakoras, garlic naan, aloo gobi, and my friend got a lamb dish. Everything was very tasty! We definitely over ordered for two people but hey, leftover Indian food is always bomb. Typically when you get a higher spice level, it just tastes like they put more Kashmiri mirch (chili powder) in it. However, with a higher spice here, other flavors were still able to come through. They do have extra chilies and onions they can bring you on the side as well. Overall, great experience, great food, great service! read more

Kamal Palace - Pakoras, shahi paneer, aloo gobi, garlic naan, malai kofta, and lamb curry? - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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First time at an Indian buffet! This might be my second time in my life to go to an Indian restaurant in general. Kamal Palace is hidden below ground and around a corner. My coworkers said that this place remodeled and looks better. Came here for lunch on a weekday. Price is $17.95 which is super cheap considering it's all you can eat. That said, the variety of food is very little. Regardless the food tastes really good. I didn't know any of the dishes name lol. The fresh nan bread was my favorite. The server dropped baskets at each table. Highly recommend trying this place out! read more

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One of the best Indian restaurants in the area. The restaurant was recently remodeled and appears much brighter. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The food is excellent- a blend of Indian and Nepali food. They also have a decent wine and beer selection. The best part is that they are right on the water with great views. I would recommend sitting in the outdoor patio in summer. read more

Kamal Palace - Menu - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

I love this place. Lunch buffet is soo good. Will be coming back. Nice selection of food and service is great. I love the food. Nice table cloths. read more

Tucked away in the lower level of the Marina Pacifica center, Kamal Palace serves a traditional Indian menu. We went for their lunch buffet, which offers a cold salad/condiment section and a nice variety of both meat based and vegetarian hot dishes. We were served water and a basket of their delicious naan bread; we ordered chai tea and it was served perfectly blended with milk. The long time servers are attentive but low key. I love the tandoori chicken drumsticks and could eat a dozen of them! Their butter chicken is rich and creamy, the lentils and spinach dishes are a bit spicy and complement the rice, chicken and fried samosas and vegetables. The chutney offers a sweet and savory note. For dessert the rice pudding with almonds and cardamom is lightly sweetened and comforting. Lunch Buffet at $17.95 is offered daily. Seating is inside or on the waterfront patio. We will return to enjoy the full dinner menu! read more

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Service is spectacular here, walked in 36 minutes before closing and treated like a king. I had tried a restaurant that shall go unnamed that closed in an hour and half and stood around at the hostess area for 10 minutes waiting for someone to show up to seat me. Even made eye contact with the bartender who didn't seem to care I was standing there waiting. Anyway enough about the bad guys. Kamala Palace is one of the good guys! Immediately addressed me on entering and sat me in one of the nicest booths despite being near closing time. Asked for a beer recommendation and he asked my preferences and then recommended the Old Monk as an Indian beer to try. It is a great beer drinks like a light IPA almost, no pine to it. The booths are nice, table cloth dining without the pretense or the prices. Hand sanitizer at every table saves you a trip to the bathroom after viewing the menu if you're the OCD hand washing type. I went for the Exotic Curry Special the under the Chefs Specials on the very back page of the menu. And of course some Garlic Naan because when in Kamal Palace... This is my second visit and first review here and both times the service stood out to me as well as the food. Really is going to be my go to for Indian! read more

Kamal Palace - Old monk beer - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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I went for the buffet Not much of choices but food was good. The service was good and the place was next to lake view. read more

Delicious and affordable AYCE lunch buffet with freshly made naan. They offer a great selection at a very inexpensive cost. Great service by the docks of the marina. Warm inviting atmosphere. It is a must try to fill your Indian food cravings. Their butter chicken is soft and tender. The goat is delicious! read more

Kamal Palace - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

Probably one of the best spots in Long Beach for a lunch Buffett! I am Indian myself, and I have been on the quest for an authentic and affordable Indian dining experience. Although the city doesn't have as many Indian spots as Artesia, this is a hidden gem with excellent service. The view is gorgeous next to the water. It's a smaller restaurant, but very worth it. The tandoori chicken was so juicy and I love that they had lamb and specialty items available for the buffett. It was about $18 per person. read more

Kamal Palace - Lunch Buffett - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

There is all you can eat for lunch, super affordable and you can try a variety of foods. The staff is super nice as well very accommodating. The location is kinda hard to find, you need to go down the stairs, it is at the back of the building, there are signs to help you find it. Lots of room so it's easy to get a seat without much waiting. read more

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Love the chicken Tikka and the naan is excellent. Service is attentive and friendly. Medium spicy fyi is quite spicy so ask for a sauce taste if you're worried, the mild has a lot of flavor. It's a hidden restaurant with nice tables next to the canals. Love this place! read more

Kamal Palace is located in the LB Marina area and just re-opened after a lengthy renovation. Long Beach has some great Indian options, but most of them are takeout spots. Kamal Palace certainly stands out as a dine-in option with a massive menu. Nevertheless, I ordered my food a la carte, to go. I was a little disappointed as my garlic naan was not included in my order and I really was looking forward to the chewy, garlicky, hot flatbread with my curry. It wasn't meant to be at this time. A lot of people like chicken tikka masala (which happens to be the national dish of the UK), but I'd recommend for you to go for the murgh makhni: it's similar, but has butter, more spice, and more flavor. I get it spicy, so it punches me in the lips and tongue with heat, creaminess, and spice, but it also has the delicious tandoori chicken mixed in. What's not to like about this curry made with abundant spices, butter, yogurt, tomato, and grilled chicken? I also ordered their "mixed appetizer" dish, which was filled with a delightful mix of fried apps including veggie samosa, chicken/veggie pakora, and seekh kabab. It tastes great with their sour/tangy tamarind chutney and their sweet mint chutneys. Overall, I really enjoyed my meal and I'd recommend it. read more

Kamal Palace just boosted my rating to 5 -stars! Our prior experiences at this restaurant were all buffet lunches. But tonight, we were craving Indian food for dinner and decided it was time to check out their menu offerings. The menu itself makes it really easy to order vegan since they are clearly marked. We started off with the Tofu Pakora which rocked my world! The crunch from the chickpea flour batter was so satisfying in both texture and flavor. There was also a bit of sauce sandwiched in between two pieces of tofu which added a bit more seasoning. This appetizer is a must-have for me! Upon first bite, I called this pakora my new favorite thing: https://bit.ly/44sgsz5 Veg Manchurian came with batter-fried cauliflower, carrot, and potato covered with a spicy-sweet saucy sauce. This came out sizzling hot on a bed of sliced onions and bell peppers. Peep the steam coming off of this dish: https://bit.ly/4bkgkDY Hubby couldn't resist ordering the Bhindi Masala. The okra was cooked down to a chewy texture which gave it a more heartier trait. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/kamal-palace-long-beach?select=1JXkQAq0mgzGZU7DaYH-jQ Tofu Matar with green peas had a good balance of spices while providing more protein to our veg-heavy meal. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/kamal-palace-long-beach?select=ZO25bTiDR4ecb3hIqkp8YQ Service was amazing! Friendly staff, helpful, and observant. Our server noticed that we ordered all vegan items. Then when Hubby ordered Garlic Naan, he took the initiative to let us know that the naan isn't vegan, and then suggested roti. I decided not to get the roti since our meal came with rice. So SO good! I look forward to more visits while working my way through their menu. read more

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I keep coming back to this place because the food is so good. It is a family owned restaurant with a large menu, so there is something for everyone. I ordered medium spice and it is perfect. Don't forget to order the garlic naan. If you order the vegetarian combo it is plenty for two people. read more

Very good lunch buffet, well prepared and seasoned food and a good selection. Nice ambiance and reasonable price. read more

Kamal Palace - Nice selection - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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This place is hard to find but truly DA BOMB...!!! They have a great water view... clean... staff are AMAZINGLY friendly and kind. Food is great... they have a lunch buffet too Please support local SMALL businesses!!! read more

All you can eat buffet. Been here a handful of times with my family and we still enjoy their delicious food! You also get a beautiful view of the marina and the staff are wonderful. read more

Kamal Palace - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

Great buffet!! Even though owners are from Nepal - their butter chicken was . Would def recommend! read more

We've been coming here for years. The buffet is great, the wine was nice, the service was excellent as usual and they remodeled recently which is lovely. A great spot to hang out for lunch or dinner before or after catching a movie. Water views are a bonus. read more

Still the best deal for lunch buffet in Long Beach. My youngest loves Indian food, so Kamal Palace was his choice. Lovely view of the channel from the outdoor seating area. Pet friendly so if you have your fur baby, they will provide a water dish. read more

Kamal Palace - My favs from the buffet. - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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We went here for the first time today for lunch. The buffet was only about $17, which kind of got me nervous about the food quality. However after our lunch, I am happy to say that the food is all really delicious and the servers are fairly quick and super friendly. I like the clean atmosphere and the view of the water as well. We'll be coming back! read more

3.5 I've had better more garlicky naan. The chicken breast in curry was very dry. The lamb was good. We ordered to-go for office and coworker likes this place there are limited Indian food in Long Beach. This was 1st try here. Will come back if no other options when I'm in the mood for Indian. read more

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STEPH JUDGEMENT: The agony and the ecstasy is still in effect. Their food is still great (although sometimes inconsistent), but the service is also still subpar. We mostly get stuff to go, and after our last dine-in experience we may just keep it that way. We had an older male server who was really very sweet and pleasant, but seemed a little clueless. I think he forgot our drink orders because some other tables got their stuff way before we did, even when they were seated after us, so we had to remind him and then we got our drinks. The food took a while to come out, but it was busy, so can't say it was the server's fault, but water glasses not filled while other tables' were, and the check took a while to get to us. So...yeah, takeout it is. read more

Kamal Palace - Tandoori Fish - medium spicy and amazing! - Indian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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We've been coming here for 19 years and it is always consistently great! We had a birthday dinner here and it was delicious! Service is always amazing and very fast! Great ambiance, not noisy so you can hear each other talk! We love it! read more

I ordered the veg combo dinner and loved it -- especially the baingan bharta, which was the standout of the meal. Everything was flavorful, portions were generous, and the service was excellent. Finding the restaurant can be a little tricky, but it's there -- just keep going downstairs toward the boats. Worth it once you get inside. read more

We stopped by for lunch and the food was really good! It was buffet lunch special and we got to taste a bunch of good food for an affordable price. Service was amazing and super accommodating. Definitely recommend this spot for cute dates or catching up with friends. read more

Food is a solid 4 stars. Ambience is 4++ with tablecloths and cloth napkins for an upscale buffet experience. My particular server had a strong accent, such that I struggled to understand, but he was quite attentive to my table. The naan that came with the buffet was enough to feed a family of six. As a solo diner an embarrassment of riches. Like every Indian buffet I've tried, there was no paneer. Still the vegie dishes were among the best. I hope they got a killer deal on rent, as the location is a definite deterrent. Take a compass in case you get lost. read more