For those looking for vegan options, you'll find plenty here. I tried their samosa chaat (without…read moreyogurt), aloo paratha - the food tasted home cooked and delicious. The samosa was not too oily, the chana / chickpea was warm and well cooked. Aloo paratha was one of the best I ever had. It was quite big, well stuffed and well cooked. Tasted like homemade paratha. It's more than enough for one person. They also have delicious laddos. Overall great place, looking forward to trying other dishes.

One of the best Indian restaurants we've ever been to. The flavors are truly amazing and the staff…read moreare wonderful and accommodating. I am a vegan and they were extraordinarily helpful in choosing options and ensuring that the dishes were vegan. They were able to make a roti bread vegan for me and I also enjoyed the delicious Tadka Dal. Above all though, we highly recommend the Gobi Manchurian. Wow. The meat eaters in the family thought that the tandoori chicken was amongst the best they've ever had, perfectly spiced and moist. And the garlic naan was wonderful as well. We discovered them on a trip to Yosemite and enjoyed the food so much that we made sure to stop there for lunch on the return trip home.

Wonderful place! The food is always delicious, the owner (I believe) is such a kind man. The…read moreemployees are always kind and welcoming, and always offer to make any changes we would like. The environment is always clean and welcoming.

Masala Express is easily my #1 Indian spot in Merced…read more I ordered the chicken tikka masala and man... this was next level. Super tender chicken and the sauce was rich, creamy, and packed with flavor perfectly spiced without being too heavy. With the fluffy rice and warm naan it was one of those meals you don't want to end. What really makes this place stand out though is the service. The owner is always there super welcoming and constantly checking in to make sure you're taken care of. You can tell he takes pride in the food and the experience. Great food top-tier service this place doesn't miss.

My son and I come in often, wonderful home made like dishes and a very kind and professional staff…read more Thank you

Our ABSOLUTE FAVORITE place to get Indian takeout in Merced. Really sweet gal always takes our…read moreorder. They have those yummy candied fennel seeds as an aperitif on the counter. We've tried most of their dishes. All just incredible. Vibrant flavors and everything seems really fresh! Just go!! You'll be hooked too, I promise! We were referred by our Indian friends, so we figured it had to be good.

Stopped here on the way back from Yosemite. Had seen the good reviews and glad to say it didn't…read moredisappoint. Place is not big, but has been set up well to accommodate as many people as possible without feeling too cramped. Started with Mango Lassi and Salty Lassi aka chaas. Presentations was lovely. Dal Makhani and Chole (Chanaa Masaalaa) was tasty. Tad bit spicy, but in a good way. So don't go above medium, unless you enjoy really Missed the fact that you get Rice along with Entree. The portions are decent sized. That means we have our next day lunch secured! Oh and prices are a steal, compared with SF Bay Area. Overall, a great place.

The shrimp Tikka Masala was ok, it tasted better than it looked. Very heavy tomato based and the…read moreshrimp were over cooked. I'm not sure if this is the desired taste of Indian food is different in the valley or if this was from a different area of India, but I'm used to a thicker sauce base, more heat, and less tomato.

Really great flavor. I ordered the garlic naan and butter chicken but only down side was there was…read morea hair baked into my garlic naan or I would have rated it higher.

My go to for lunch. To me it's definitely one of the stand out restaurants in madera. My family and…read moreI order here quite often. The food is very consistent and good. The service is good, they always come check up on you. The ambiance is culturally appropriate.

The appetizer we tasted were Chilli Chicken, Gobhi Manchurian and fish pakora. The quality was…read moreexcellent and felt like home made. Staff was friendly and seem well organized. Ambience is great and place is clean. For dinner daal makhani, garlic naan and chilli fish were extremely delicious. Highly recommended.

Awesome and amazing food and sweets. Must visit for awesome chili chicken, seekh kabab, butter…read morechicken and veggie noodles

5 stars - always!…read more Mother India Cuisine never misses. This is hands-down my favorite meal of the month and my go-to order every time. The chicken tikka masala is rich, perfectly spiced, and consistently comforting. The 1/2 order of tandoori chicken is incredibly flavorful and juicy with that classic smoky char. I always add the saag paneer, which is creamy, well-seasoned, and packed with flavor--one of the best I've had. Everything pairs perfectly with the fluffy rice and warm, buttery garlic naan (a must). The samosas are crisp and delicious, and I really appreciate being able to swap for two sides of mint chutney instead of tamarind--such a great touch. And don't skip the masala chai--it's cozy, aromatic, and the perfect finish to the meal. Consistently delicious, generous portions, and clearly made with care. Mother India Cuisine has officially become a staple for me. Highly recommend! The best part is that their food is reasonably priced, amazing quality and taste without having to break my wallet!

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Under new ownership, this neighborhood gem has truly raised the bar. The owners place immense value…read moreon food quality, freshness, and hygiene, and it shows in every detail. From the traditional tandoor to the spotless environment, everything reflects care, consistency, and pride in their service. Beyond groceries and fresh vegetables, the food menu is exceptional, offering a perfect balance of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. The tandoor selections are a standout--fresh naan, tandoori kulche, chicken tikka, and well-crafted lunch combos, all prepared fresh and bursting with authentic flavor. What makes the experience even better is the courtesy and politeness of the owners, along with their commitment to delivering high-quality service. It's rare to find a place where price, quality, cleanliness, and service come together so seamlessly. I highly recommend everyone give it a try. It's right in our neighborhood, and honestly--you can't complain. Great food, fair pricing, excellent service. A true win.

I called ahead for my lunch order but when I arrived I still had to wait 15 minutes. The food is…read moreactually really good but the portion is smaller than I was hoping. It's inside a grocery store. Parking is easy. Easy to find. They gave me a plate and spoons too. Very nice workers. I'll give them a second chance for sure. I'll call them 30 minutes before I go pick it up.

Food was great I got butter chicken and goat something. The goat unfortunately not much meat but…read morethe sauce was amazing. My daughter got butter chicken and some fried fish amazing. The samosas were amazing as well as their garlic Naan bread. Big portions too which is nice. I definitely will be back and recommend this place.

This is Happy's from Ripon. They moved and had to change their name. The very best Indian food -…read moreI'm so glad to k is Happy's is still around

My boss and I were craving Indian food, so we decided to try a spot we found right off the freeway…read more When we walked in, the place was empty, which gave it a bit of a strange vibe--especially for 1 PM. We went ahead and ordered anyway. While waiting, I started reading other reviews mentioning long wait times, but surprisingly, our food came out pretty quickly. Not only that, it was absolutely delicious. That definitely made up for the empty atmosphere. Don't let a quiet dining room discourage you--this place proves the food can more than make up for it.

Placed an order for a lunch prior going out to a graduation. We were informed it would be ready in…read moreabout 30minutes, we gave them about 45min and when we arrived the food was still not ready. We proceeded to wait in the empty lobby just awkwardly while they worker did his best to look busy. We waited an additional 30 minutes with not even an apology or acknowledgement of the fact that the food was not ready even though we were given an estimated time. Mind it, the whole place was so empty! The passive aggressive sign telling them to not even think about using their phone while working in full view of customers was also a bit of a turn off. As for the food, I am pretty sure one of the items that we were served was NOT what we ordered. I have no idea what it was but based on the color and smell, it was not it. It was a weird fuchsia color curry and definitely not tikka masala. We ordered the tandori chicken supreme pizza. Props for being unique and having plenty of ingredients but unfortunately the dough of the pizza just was super dry. Really bad first impression, we wouldnt come back just based off of that.