Very solid spot in Encinitas! Service was prompt. The curry was rich and savory. Fresh naan as well. Sitting outdoor with the breeze enhanced the experienced. Would return. read more

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Very small and intimate type setting. Servings sizes were good, chicken was very flavorful. The curry sauce I had tasted like nothing tho. Bread was decent but not quite as flavorful as I am use to. I will definitely go here again and try something else. You can't judge an entire menu off of one dish. Staff and service was great. read more

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Very pleased with my takeout experience tonight. The mango lassi is not the cheapest ($7) but it is very thick and tasty compared to cheaper more watery ones. And the dal Makhani is excellent. Also very generous portions for the curries, for similar prices to other Indian or Himalayan restaurants nearby. Dal and lassi were super, palak paneer was good. read more

Masala Street - New owners, new prices! Lunch special menu - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

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reat spot for Indian food in Encinitas! We tried the Aloo Tikki Chaat and Paneer Tikka, and both were amazing. The Paneer Tikka was the best I've ever had--perfectly marinated and cooked. The chaat was flavorful, with a good balance of spices and textures, and the portion size was generous. The service was also great! Our server was helpful in explaining the different food options and made sure we had a good experience. But overall, a fantastic place for Indian food, and I'll definitely be back! read more

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Masala Street is a Must Try! I haven't been here in years. I used to come a handful of times when I first started working in Encinitas, back when it was KC's Tandoor. After it changed owners, my boss and I went once and felt the quality had dropped a lot, so I stopped going. Recently I noticed the new name and possibly new owners and had been meaning to give it another try.I finally did thanks to a surprise bag on TGTG, and I'm so glad I did. The meal came with rice, a salad, another curry-style dish, and fresh naan on the side. Everything tasted fresh, the flavors were solid, and the portions were just right. The naan was especially good. This was a really pleasant surprise and totally changed my impression. This is a great spot if you want a fast place to grab a bite to eat, plenty of seating indoors and some cute tables outside, perfect for warmer weather. If you take your food to go they very carefully wrap everything, because when I got home everything was perfect, warm and no spills! I'll definitely be coming back and ordering again. Also the workers were really nice! read more

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Very good service and very good both chicken and lamb masala. Nice indoor and outdoor tables. They truly care to make sure the customer is pleased! read more

I give Masala four stars, albeit barely. Masala is the kind of place that does some things extremely well, while others fall into the "needs improvement' category. This newest Indian restaurant in Encinitas is stuck in the slightly out of the way northeastern corner of the Town Center Mall, along with several other small eateries. Over the years, there has been a fair amount of turnover in this little spot, so I can't imagine that it is easy to financially thrive here. So first let me wish the owners good luck. The menu offers a lot of traditional and westernized Indian fare, although I was pleased to see at least one Indian family also eating there. They also have a couple items of SoCal fusion, notably their burritos. We stayed traditional, ordering a tikka masala, tandoori chicken, garlic naan and mango lassis for a quick, late lunch. The service was good and the food came out in quick order. The lassis were sitting premade in a refrigerated cooler with canned sodas and other drinks. The quality was good, but it did not taste as fresh as it should. I know that making them to order can be take some time, especially if a place is busy, but frankly this was a bit of a letdown. The owners should be willing to invest that time. The food itself was also of good, but varying quality. The naan was competently made and served. The tikka masala was good as well, but the flavors were somewhat muted. I could barely taste the garam masala or coriander (although the turmeric was present). This may be due to the fact my wife ordered as mild as can be. Perhaps spicier versions are more adventurous with the ingredients. They might also consider using chicken thigh instead of breast: it remains juicier when cooked. The star of the show, however, was the tandoori chicken. It and the accompanying vegetables were not only good, but actually some of the best Punjabi tandoor I have had in years. Succulent, savory and clearly cooked in a traditional oven, it really stood out far in a way the best part of the meal. On that dish alone, MS got its four stars out of me. What I need to do is return. I want to check out other dishes and see if the flavors pop with a bit more heat. Here's hoping Masala Street delivers. read more

This place is decidedly mediocre. This part of the county does not have a great variety of Indian food but this place is a hard pass. I read a few reviews on google written by Indian sounding users with a history of only 1-2 reviews which made this place sound promising. I should have been more skeptical especially when the place was dead empty on a weekend at dinner time. One review used overly flowery language "this place took me back to my childhood in an Indian kitchen". That sentence did resonate since this place was somehow hotter inside than it was outside due to the fact the owners were too cheap to run the AC or provide ice in the water. My kids were uncomfortable as was everyone else so the dinner did not go well. Only 1 of the 5 dishes we ordered was good enough to be worth taking home left overs, the rest of it was borderline gross. Even the reusable squeeze bottles on the table with hot sauce were sketchy and did not look clean. One the positive side, they made their naan pretty well and the rice is unlimited (some places charge extra for more rice, which is not cool given how much most places charge for each dish these days). The waitress was pleasant and attentive (we were the only ones there). Bottom line: not coming back and would be very hard to recommend. read more

The bhel puri and Aloo chat were both sour and not well cooked. Overall, quality was not good even though service was fast.

Everything was great! It's a very cute spot to eat and the owner gave me a mango lassi on the house which was amazing. The customer service was great. 10/10 would recommend. I will definitely be coming back. read more

Masala Street - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

Delicious! I tried a handful of appetizers including sampler and fish and they were all good and better than most places. Solid portions and nice service, too. I'll be back to try more! read more

Food was delicious. Chicken tiki Marsala was spicy and flavorful. Will definitely be back! Waiters and staff very nice as well

I placed a pick up order for the coconut pineapple chicken curry and I have absolutely no regrets. This was probably one of the best curries I've ever had. It was sweet and perfectly spicy (I did get a medium spice level). I also got an Indian tea and it was the perfect way to end the meal. The tea was a tad sweet and was very flavorful. Would definitely come back! read more

Masala Street - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

Excellent food at a reasonable price. Felt like eating in India. Spices were fresh the chicken was well cooked.

Interesting reviews on this restaurant. We were quite happy with our dinner of Fish Curry and Lamb Saag. Both were tasty, freshly made and just the right amount of spice. We also ordered garlic naan which was warm and plentiful. There was alot of fish in my curry and I couldn't eat it all. The saag also had alot of meat (not as much as the fish). We had just the right amount of rice for our meals. This our first time having dinner here and there were several other groups of diners of many ethnicities. We've eaten at all the other Indian places in town but this one was the most casual of all. Outdoor seating and lots of windows for indoor seating. It took a little longer to get our food but that's ok knowing it is freshly made. Service was good for counter service. Only downside is that they use paper plates, the Chinet variety, which is not good for sauces. By the end of my meal the paper started shredding from the bottom. Also, the bathroom needs alot more attention. Anyways, we'll be back and want to try the lunch special for $12. read more

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Our recent visit for dinner at Masala Street was delicious! The quant little restaurant had a very relaxed atmosphere that immediately made us feel welcome. The service at the table was awesome! The woman was so friendly, helpful and encouraged us to tell her if we needed anything. The food came out hot and spiced exactly as ordered. I had the Butter Chicken and my husband had the Lamb Hara Masala. We ordered some Garlic Naan and Raita. The serving sizes are ample and I actually had half of mine the next day for lunch. Yum! I also tried the Mango Lassi which is a yogurt mango mixture that was absolutely delicious! I was too full for dessert but I noticed they had an ice cream type dessert that I have to come back and try! They have some amazing specials that is well within our food budget. Especially the $7.99 lunch special! What a pleasant surprise to have such upscale Indian food place in Encinitas! And at a price I can handle! read more

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I stopped by on the way to San Diego . We just ordered a cha n samosa . Quick service and very welcoming front desk staff. Samosa was fresh and authentic . Chai was like homemade cha . Felt at home after long time . Plenty of parking . read more

Masala Street - Samosa is yaaaaay - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

Very SAD to be writing a one star review...but I just got home with my takeout order tonight (that I've been getting for years) and I was very disappointed when I opened the bag. For the first time, I saw two big containers of curry (mushy not wholesome ingredients like before) and one regular sized container with rice to share when ordering two meals at $15 each. So, I paid $30 for half the rice and way too much curry and no naan or yogurt cup as side orders like before? Disappointing. After this discovery with my order, I had to look online and see what I missed... I found out that the KC's Tandoor I have loved for over 7 years is gone. The restaurant is under new ownership and new management. Im also guessing new chefs because the food is not very flavorful either- mediocre at best. I can't begin to explain how sad, disappointed and bummed I feel about this news. I can honestly say that the two meals I ordered tonight will be my last. I will no longer visit KC's or order from them again. Apologies to the new owners but you're taking away all the charm and tradition this place has held for many of us (customers) over the years. Now the prices are too high to be given a half meal in return, compared to the incredible full meal we had experienced before. Good luck! **This is a message to the original (previous) owner, I wanted to say Thank you for making KC's such a joy and a place I could indulge myself in your Indian cuisine and truly enjoy everything I tried for many years. You were a restaurant I loved sharing with family and friends and also introducing Indian food for first timers. If you ever open another spot please let US know! You have a community that loves your food and would support you- wherever that is. Thank you again! - Candace E.** read more

Masala Street - $30 meal (not worth the price)! One order of the Navrattan Korma and one order of Tikka Masala with a container of rice to share. - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

We ordered through food delivery. Even decent Indian restaurants fail in delivery orders, especially if we order shrimp (overcooked, very few shrimp) but not Masala Street. The papadam was good and the mint chutney was great! Spicy and minty and delicious. The Samosas were delicious, as was the tamarind sauce. We thought the shrimp in the vindaloo were plump, not overcooked, and bountiful. Everything was good which is very hard to do in delivery food so thank you! read more

Did new owners again take over this Indian restaurant? We came here craving Indian cuisine and the name/interior changed in the past year. Menu changed a bit, lunch specials not offered over the weekends (rats!) only plates and Ala cart items in the weekend with non naan, salad, tzatziki,sides chicken me with any of the dishes. Service is good, it's the flavors or lack of flavors in the dishes. Saag paneer was spicy hot, but missing spices like cardamom and curry, masala - was really bland. Chicken tikka was dry as was the Tandori chicken. Have to order naan and salads because none of this comes with the entrees. Not impressed by these dishes m, won't be coming back. read more

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Sad this has to be my first review in 2024 :( Meh!! It was my first time here and I had a so so experience. We had dinner on a Saturday night and the place was a ghost town !! We were the only ones in here apart from couple of DoorDash drivers picking up food. The Thai place next door seemed to be having a regular night. So that says something. The place itself is small with four tables and a partially visible kitchen. All tables were slightly dirty and we had to request it to be cleaned. What we ordered - Aloo Tikki - The potatoes were over done and mushy and were barely salted or spiced. 2/5 Vegetable Spring Roll - This was one of the better appetizers we had. But again nothing you wouldn't find at any Thai place. 4/5 Gobi Manchurian - Okay . 3/5 Navarathan Korma - The worst dish we could have ordered! It had no salt, no flavor and the gravy tasted lumpy from the paneer and grainy from the nuts. And it was topped with some measly peas and zucchini. 1/5 Basmati Rice - This was a side that came with the Korma But it wasn't cooked fully . Think al dente. 1/5 Tandoori Rotis and Garlic Naan - The saving grace Both were down well 5/5 And our bill came to a shocking 65$!! For that price and the quality of food, I don't see myself returning. read more

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Service here is top notch. Surprising as it's just a tiny little hole in the wall. However, the food is not consistent. They have a lunch special, which is an excellent value if, and it's a big "if", the food is good or better. That's the problem at Masala Street. My lunch was mediocre at best. The lunch special I chose consisted of one meat which came with rice, salad, raita, and naan. Other options are available. That being said, aside from the "lunch special" I thoroughly enjoy their food, their customer service and just the overall experience. I come here quite frequently, at least once a week. I absolutely love this restaurant and feel very lucky it's within walking distance from my home read more

The food is absolutely amazing. I could feel the chef prayed on the food before he served it to us filled with holy vibrations just like we felt when we were in holy India, great place to eat with the kids every one loved it. read more

Masala Street - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

Good service, nice decor, good prices, but didn't like the curries we tried for the most part. Gobi Manchurian: Sweet in taste, which is different but still good Butter Tadka Kofta (medium): Wasn't a fan of the flavor Paneer Tikka Masala (mild): Wasn't a fan of the flavor. Seemed to have more of a garam masala flavor. Garlic Naan: Good read more

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Woah really amazing Indian food! Ordered through DoorDash when there was a summer special happening and the food is super good! Very flavorful chicken korma, best I've had. Masala dosa was piping hot and tasty as well with a potato stuffing filled with spices. They gave me a free rice which I appreciate. Yum! read more

They have a lunch special menu that can't be beat. We ate there this week for lunch and we were impressed with the food quality and portion size. We ordered the one Thali special, $18.99 it's enough for two people. We will definitely back again. You will read more

Masala Street - Lunch Special Menu - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

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I was immediately greeted with a pleasant smile. Their lunch special is fabulous. Its a huge meal for one person. All and I mean ALL of the entrees are delicious and gives you a home-cooked vibe. Mango Lassi is perfect, not too sweet. It does have a "homey" feel. I highly recommend this place. So far, one of the best Indian Restaurant in San Dieg read more

Masala Street - Great BIG lunch is so affordable - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

Today I had the Mango Lassi and it was so good. The food is excellent here and it is made as if your Mom was working in the kitchen. The staff is friendly and they show great videos while you eat. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Great food. Great service. Our food was cooked to perfection. Homemade and piping fresh and hot.

In the food desert that is North County, this restaurant is a bright and vibrant bloom. The flavors are so original and vibrant with unique spices and combinations. For a moment, I thought I was in the United Kingdom. It was so good. read more

The good and service are really great. I highly recommend this restaurant. The best indian food ever. read more

Masala Street - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

Just had dinner here and it's easily going to be our new favorite Indian food spot. We got the chicken tikka masala mild and hot, the chicken pakoras, paneer, garlic naan, and the lamb tikka masala was a 10/10. read more

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This restaurant is a hidden gem . The food is excellent, with many choices and spices levels can be adept for your taste buds , and the owner is friendly and fast. Recommend dishes: Chicken Biryani Chicken Tandoori Chicken curry Samosa Bhindi Masala (okra). read more

One of the newer North Indian cuisine Restaurants in Encinitas...we had saag paneer,butter chicken and assorted naan...saag was authentic with a home flavor...chicken was nothing exclusive....however the assorted naan was a delight with new items like coconut naan which was a sweet delight ...our server was very courteous and service was good...overall a nice small restaurant for North Indian food if you are in and around Encinitas. read more

Spare your taste-buds doom and just go to Himalayan Kitchen down on Encinitas Blvd. instead.My friends, family and I used to love this place. for many, many years we enjoyed their Hara Masala lamb, and specials with the "added veggies" which always tasted great on their patio, or brought home to share with friends. However, the new owners have lost the great recopies and wizards who knew what they were doing in the kitchen.. not sure if we'll ever be able to go back after giving them a half dozen second chances. Yeah, I know the kitchen didn't have cooks from India working before, but they made each dish to order with care and higher quality ingredients. Now KC tandoor is a ghost name only, hollowed out by the soulless homogenizing consolidation cancer. Calling on the new owners to De-badge the "KC" name they no longer deserve, even if though they must have bought it. read more

Masala Street - New name and new Management - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

This place is absolutely amazing! The food is fantastic--superb, even. Every time we camp in the area, we make a point to stop here. We always tell ourselves we'll eat here just once during our trip, but we end up coming back at least twice! read more

Had ordered through DoorDash. Ordered biriyani, chicken 65 Food was not edible. The chicken 65 was soaked in red food color. It just went directly to trash. Biriyani was oily and tasteless. I got sick after eating it. read more

Sign says new management, they really mean new owner and menu! Pros: VERY friendly staff! Happy to give you full details of everything. When I asked about the mango drink they gave me samples of the drink and the fresh mango they shave everyday. Kitchen is from scratch, unlike a lot of places using condensed paste. We had Saag, butter chicken, chicken Masala and variety of naan. Everything was great and spiced correctly ( many places over spice). Cons: nothing so far. We'll be back! read more

What a find!!! We happen to stumble upon this restaurant while shopping and had one of the best Indian meals I've ever had. portions were very generous, and the staff is so very friendly and helpful in explaining the menu. i had the chicken biryani, and my spouse had the vindaloo with rice, both such flavor!! there was ample indoor and outdoor seating, very comfortable. we will be coming back over and over. read more

First time going and will definitely visit again. The food was really good! I sat inside and it was a nice quiet atmosphere in the late afternoon. Only reason for not giving it 5 stars is that I was not offered an ice water (you have to buy a bottled drink from a fridge). There was no butter on the garlic naan bread as it showed in the picture on the menu. read more