Fantastic local Indian spot that always has great, consistent, quality food. It is our go-to place -- we mostly use Uber Eats for it -- but everything they do is fantastic. Our usual orders are Chicken mahkani, lamb vindaloo, baingan bharta, aloo gobi, saag paneer and, of course, the garlic naan. read more

I found myself in search of a traditional Indian food restaurant, and per the recommendation of my friends, a place in a little shopping corner buried within Yorba Linda's hills was Karma Lounge. So I figured I'd go give it a try: Upon walking in, you're greeted with this lovely low light ambiance, no bright overhead lights and it feels smooth, relaxed. Definitely the type of feeling I got when I entered, our host and server Guri was very kind in getting me sat down. The menu had a lot of options, it was neatly styled and a few things pointed out to me which I ordered below... The crispy Okra.....AMAZING. It wasn't heavy on oil, came with some 3 very contrasting dipping sauces which each proved itself, a minty one, tangy, and a more savory tasting dip with diced veggies. Definitely an immensely good starter and I'd order it a million times over. The paneer was rich, creamy, had sweet notes to it, and you can order in different spice levels up to 7. I went with a 4, I'll be back to go to a 5 to up the kick, always play it safe first time trying a new place. To flush the food down, the Mango Lassi is an absolute MUST HAVE, with the thick mango flavored yogurt drink, it tastes like heaven in a glass cup. I was super happy with Guri's service, he was attentive, liked to talk to us about the food and was very passionate for the food as well. I'll definitely be back for more! read more

Quaint little Southern Indian restaurant in a strip mall. Interior was clean and welcoming. They offer a weekend buffet or menu. We chose menu, as we like certain dishes and appreciate leftovers. The waitstaff were very nice. They offer different levels of heat on a scale of 1-7. It was a leisurely lunch and they weren't busy, but they offer alcohol & have some unique choices. The food was really good. We would go back for it again, even though this is pretty far from our home. Check it out. read more

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Unfortunately I don't have pics but we went on a Friday at 7:30pm. Even with a group of 10 we were seated right away. We ordered app plates, malai kofta (spicy and mild), paneer makhani, saag paneer, garlic naan, onion kulcha. It took more than 2 hours for us to get our food. I understand it was a lot - but 2 hours is wild. As someone that gets a lot of Indian food in Chicago, I thought it was alright, but not sure if it was anything more than that. read more

Review is for a delivery order & the Tikka chicken masala is bueno! I also LOVE LOVE LOVE the papadam. I can literally order 10 of these and snack on them all night. The staff is quite friendly as I called to make sure the driver don't forget the papadam. The only thing that we didn't like was the masala egg rolls. It was super mushy and tasted like it was previously frozen and the wrapper was thick. read more

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Karma lounge restaurant is a really nice restaurant that has good ambiance as well as excellent food. We had masala dosa from the South Indian menu. Bengali fish curry, chicken vindaloo, garlic naan and gobi paratha. Everything tasted really good. The service was great as well. We all loved and enjoyed food. Will definitely be coming back soon!!! read more

Who is giving these people all these stars and good reviews. Worst Indian food in the OC by far. I'll get to the food later but let's start with when we arrived. We were coming from an event at a temple and were very very hungry. Upon reaching the restaurant we saw that there was a private event going on inside. It was extremely loud so we asked if we could find a quieter spot. The server showed us to a table outside towards the back of the restaurant. There was no setup on tables. Just some tables hurriedly put together. This space was right next to the trash area and the kitchen. People kept running back and forth to take care of the private party so it was not a good experience at all. Service was non existent. 3-4 different people came to the table. One to take the order, another to bring one part of the order, another to bring what was left. Edward was the only person who took some interest in our table. He gave us his complete attention and told us about the restaurant's offerings. Soon the area we were dining in became a preparation area. See pictures. Vegetables started being prepared. Never seen anything like this before. Now to the food:- The papri chat had more garbanzo than anything else, the seekh kababs were red in color with no flavor. Goat meat was stale. Butter chicken extremely sweet, Dal makhni undercooked and not makhni at all. Nans were half way decent but still not up to par. A disgrace to Indian food. Worst part of all was that the private party going on inside just kept getting loud and obnoxious by the minute. My advice to the owners and management of Karma Lounge is that if you're going to have a private event this loud- close the rest of the restaurant. All customers deserve the same attention and quiet to enjoy their outing. Also your food needs drastic changes. It's not difficult to create food with authentic flavors. Ask me and I'll give you or your chef some pointers. I ran a very successful Indian restaurant for many years. No charge. read more

Karma Lounge Restaurant - Vegetables being prepped in the dining area. - Indian Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

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It was our first time here and the food did not dissapoint. The flavor and the spiciness is spot on and way better than most other places ive tried. The service is great, especially Edward. Nice music plays and it really put you in the mood to eat. read more

Karma Lounge Restaurant - Lamb curry spicy - Indian Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

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I've never actually been inside but I've ordered from here many times when I want Indian comfort food or just some biryani, ctm, garlic naan and/or bhindi they are also super generous on their portions for the family that we have it for a good couple of days that the whole family is happy! I'm not a usually picky person when it comes to authenticity of south Asian food and I am south Asian, but I know when it isn't good and I'm glad to announce I don't have to worry about that with karma lounge read more

What I had: - Garlic naan ($5) - Chicken tikka masala ($19) - Aloo gobi ($18) - Saag paneer ($18) - Chicken biryani ($18) How it tasted: - Everything was delicious. Seemed the star was the chicken tikka masala with my group for the evening. The medium heat was quite enjoyable and even without the food being consumed until a few hours later, it was delicious. Why did I give it a five? - Might be due to Indian food being one of my favorite foods since I was a child, but they offered an ample selection and the flavors were stellar. They also had a buffet for lunch that typically helps the non-believer try a little of each dish to figure out what they'd order for take-out of dine in on alternative nights. Verdict? - If you're in the Yorba Linda area, do give it a try. read more

My husband and I love their curries! We've been coming here for almost 3 years now and every visit we leave happy and full. Our new go tos are butter chicken and any lamb curry. Tender meats and so much flavor. Great service! The place is elegant and spacious. read more

The food is delicious and the staff is very kind. We have been ordering from them for a little while but finally decided to dine in and it was well worth it. The garlic naan was so buttery and tasty. My husband had the samosas which he loved and we shared the butter chicken which was divine. We cleaned the dish up with the naan because the sauce was so good. The waiter we had was very sweet and patient with our two year old son. It was a great experience. The restaurant is nicely decorated and feels very authentic. It's a great place for a night out with the family and we will definitely be back. They even host large events. read more

Enjoyed another great meal at Karma Lounge. We got the chicken Marsala and chicken biriyani and were stuffed at the end with plenty to take home. Edward was helping us and was very attentive as their service always gets high marks from me. Highly recommend trying this hidden gem in Yorba Linda. Will certainly try their weekend lunch buffet next. read more

I finally got around to trying this place & it did not disappoint. Very clean & tidy environment. Servers very quick & our food was outstanding. Will be there a lot more often now!! read more

Karma Lounge Restaurant - Chicken Tikka Masala Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

The food was delicious and service was great. I would recommend anyone who wants to try Indian food read more

Karma Lounge Restaurant - The food is so good service was great. Would recommend to anyone who likes Indian food. - Indian Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

Excellent service and food quality, thanks for the attentive checks on our needs Edward! The parking lot is partially full with the other businesses but Karma Lounge stands out as the central restaurant for large groups or intimate dates craving Indian food. We've been here several times and they have plenty of seating and the menu is robust with dishes for both meat lovers and vegetarians. I recommend the goat biriyani and garlic naan. Our friends who live nearby love to order takeout and always get the butter chicken. We have yet to try their weekend buffet, which includes free chai or lassi, but looking forward to taking advantage of that deal soon. They also make their ice cream in-house and Edward was sure to make it tempting to try, next time! read more

Karma Lounge Restaurant - Fish Tikka Masala, Garlic Naan, Chilli Naan, Butter Chicken, Goat Biryani - Indian Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

Great spot. Good food and service. Enjoyed it. Edward is great. Family business. Will be back. read more

Great customer service with high quality food. Lamb Roganjosh - the tenderness of the lamb was perfect. Thick gravy and best so far I've tried. Note: even the veggie options were totally at a different level than all of the Indian restaurants tried so far. Price was similar to LA restaurants and portions were almost double of LA restaurants. It's a highly recommended place for Indian food. read more

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Great service from Edward. The chana masala was my favorite. Also had lamb tikka masala which was tender. Start with mild if its your first visit and add spicy chutney or chili oil to your liking. read more

We hosted my dad's retirement dinner here on July 25 with a group of 14 people. This was a once-in-a-lifetime occasion, and we were hoping for a smooth and celebratory evening -- but unfortunately, the service and experience left us disappointed. I reached out to the restaurant privately 5 days ago before posting this review, but never received a response, which is why I am sharing this review here in hopes of helping out other customers. Reservation & Setup We had a reservation for 8:00 p.m., but it appeared the staff had either forgotten about our party or mistakenly gave our table inside away. We were eventually seated on the private patio, which worked out fine and gave us room to decorate and play music (which we appreciated). Service Service was the biggest issue. Our server often disappeared for long stretches, and it took 20-30 minutes (and three reminders) for our group's alcoholic drinks to arrive. For reference we only ordered four drinks in total, 1 beer and 3 cocktails. There was a long gap between appetizers and dinner; we didn't get our entrees until nearly 10 p.m., right as last call was being announced. Several items we wanted to order at last call were never brought because our server never returned. One of our family members has type 1 diabetes, and her blood sugar dropped significantly during the wait -- making the long delay even more concerning. After dinner, it felt like we were forgotten again. I had to go inside to ask for plates to be cleared, since we had placed our own tablecloths and wanted to tidy up. When I asked, the server said something like "Oh, we were planning to deal [with the dishes] tomorrow" -- a comment that felt unprofessional and awkward. Food The food was disappointing. I had requested medium spice levels (my family is Punjabi so we can handle a little heat!), but the dishes were very bland and clearly geared toward a non-Indian palate. The naan was doughy and undercooked, and the server seemed to pressure us into picking either naan or chapatis rather than a mix. Cleanliness & Ambiance The couch-style seating on the patio had an unpleasant odor (possibly from the cushions or the astroturf). The lights automatically shut off toward the end of the night, leaving our party in the dark until someone could be found to turn them back on. The restaurant is in a beautiful space, and I wanted this to be a joyful, memorable evening for my dad -- but the service and overall experience fell short. I hope management takes this feedback seriously. When my aunty tried to explain gently that the service and timing of everything was an issue, I feel like the server brushed it off with "well, these things just take time." I don't know if he relayed our feedback to the owner or if they honestly took it seriously. I really wanted to have another small business in the area to support, but I can't in good faith recommend this restaurant to anyone. You're better off going somewhere else. read more

Food was amazing! It was middle of the week and a bit slow, but once our server got some traction, he was great!

Every time I order paneer tikka masala, these guys give me butter paneer thinking I won't notice or realize. They use the same sauce for both dishes, which is insane since they both are supposed to taste completely different. read more

Amazing! Flavorful, juicy, and plenty of it! Edward was so polite & helpful. He made sure our water was always filled and we were happy with the food. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and makes a great date night. The garlic naan is so soft & full of flavor we had to order more to go. I'm excited to go back & bring the kids next time. read more

Karma Lounge Restaurant - Garlic naan - Indian Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

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We don't have the most refined palate for Indian food, but we know the dishes we like, and this place does them all really well! We frequent this place regularly and just discovered their lunch special today- what a deal! Edward was our server and made for a very personal experience. I would write more, but don't want this place to get overcrowded! read more

I went to the buffet on Saturday. They had a lot of vegetarian as well as meat options. I came in and the staff looked busy so I was able to find a table that had a place setting and I just sat down. I was the only one in my party. I had been to the buffet before so I just got up and went to the buffet got a plate and filled up! I grabbed one of the waiters in the back and asked him if he could get me some garlic naan. They didn't bring me any water while I was here but that was okay I don't usually drink when I eat anyways. But I love the food. They were friendly when I asked for the bill and asked me to do a review. Me of course I say sure! This is a great Indian restaurant if you want authentic Indian food. I don't think they spare on the spices I think you'll be able to taste different spices in the dishes. Sometimes when you go to an Indian restaurant you could have many dishes tasting the same LOL. But this place a curry tastes like a curry. Yeah I don't think you'll be disappointed at the buffet. It was $21.99 and $23.69 out the door for me. My go-to place for a good Indian buffet on the weekends. They don't serve the buffet during the week which I'm sad about but at least I can come here on the weekend. read more

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Hands Down the Best Indian Restaurant ever!!! Food is so authentic and delicious and Service was exceptional! Edward has been so amazing and you will feel so welcomed at this restaurant. Keep up the great work and thank you for such an amazing meal!! read more

The food was absolutely amazing! My favorite was the saag paneer and butter chicken. The garlic naan was also a standout, it was crispy and fluffy and so full of flavor. It was sometimes hard to get the server to notice us but it wasn't a big issue. Will definitely be coming here again! read more

Karma Lounge Restaurant - Saag Paneer, Butter Chicken, Tofu Tikka Masala - Indian Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

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From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting. Our server, Edward, was incredibly kind and gracious, offering excellent recommendations that made our meal even more enjoyable. We started with a generous appetizer sampler, including shish kabob, samosas, pakoras, and mixed vegetables, accompanied by a variety of delicious dipping sauces--mint chutney, tamarind chutney, and mixed vegetable pickles. Each bite was full of flavor and perfectly prepared. For our entrées, we ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala and Chicken Jalfrezi. The Chicken Tikka Masala was the best we've ever had--creamy, rich, and absolutely mouthwatering. The Chicken Jalfrezi was also packed with bold flavors. We ordered medium spice, which had quite a kick, so if you prefer a milder experience, I'd recommend going with the mild. The naan was incredible--fresh, fluffy, and seasoned with delicious spices. Every dish was cooked to perfection, and the portions were very generous. This was our second time dining here (we're visiting from Anchorage, Alaska), and both experiences have been outstanding. The service, food, and overall atmosphere make this a must-visit restaurant. Highly recommend! read more

Karma Lounge Restaurant - Indian Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

The best dishes and friendliest and helpful staff! Edward was great! He recommended dishes that we loved and was very attentive.

I usually don't write reviews, but my experience at Karma Lounge was so bad that I feel people need to be warned. The food quality is absolutely terrible. When I ordered an onion salad, I was served cheap, rotten onions and lemon slices that looked like they had been sitting around for months. It was disgusting. I pointed it out to the chef, but nothing was done about it. On top of that, several of the food items were burned--exactly the same way they were the last time I visited a few months (or even years) ago. Clearly, nothing has improved. Yes, the service was fine, but when the food is this awful, good service doesn't save the experience. Karma Lounge clearly has no standards when it comes to freshness, taste, or presentation. read more

Always great food and friendly service!! This is our go to for Indian food!! Highly recommend!!

Great food, great service - have been coming here for the last couple of years and it does not disappoint Thank you Edward for your kindness and excellent service read more

We came here for an early evening celebration on a Sunday. The service was good and the ambiance was very nice. We ordered several dishes. Most of the dishes we ordered were not as flavorful and was sort of bland. The chicken dishes were tough to eat as well. We also ordered not pictured garlic butter naan and paneer curry. Overall, It was okay. read more

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Our waiter Edward was attentive and very nice checking up on us to make sure everything was okay and giving us an amazing experience. Food was fresh and very good and well priced and we will definitely come back. Very cool inside and clean. read more

I've been here a couple of times and ordered takeout both times! It's a very nice place with a clean, aesthetic interior. The service is fast and the employees were friendly! I got the Butter Chicken -- it was so good, not too oily, and reheated super well. Their Garlic Naan is also superb! We get it every time and try them with different curries, like the Chicken Korma and a seafood one. Each dish is quite flavorful and filling and I had seconds afterwards too, which makes it well worth the money! We are definitely coming back again! :) read more

Karma Lounge Restaurant - Reheated butter chicken with basmati rice!! So good with garlic naan! - Indian Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

Great food and excellent service! Will go again! Great ambiance! Should start daily buffet lunch at competitive prices!

Always a 5 star experience when we come, this is our second time coming around 3pm. Always polite and quick service. Our waiter Edward was fantastic. Very attentive and we liked taking with him. Very friendly. Will definitely be back! read more

Best Indian spot around the Anaheim Hills and Yorba Linda area. I order here at least once a week, butter chicken is easily the best I have had out of the literal dozens of Indian spots I have tried around the country. read more

Great food with the spice level you want. Edward is welcoming. Visited on a weekday, hence it was quiet and relaxing. read more

It's my fourth time coming to Karma, it was a nice find after visiting the Chino Hills temple. My family and I have tried this restaurant & drive over 2 hours to enjoy this delicious food! Never disappointed & Edward always provides the best service, very attentive! This compliment goes for all staff as well! read more

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