We've ordered takeout from Noor's Oakland pickup-only location for a long time, so we were excited…read moreto finally try the Berkeley restaurant. It definitely lived up to our expectations. The food was just as delicious as always- the butter chicken was rich and creamy, the garlic naan was perfectly soft with a slight crisp, and everything tasted fresh and flavorful. My boyfriend is English and said this is the best curry he's ever had lol. What really stood out at this location was the service. The staff were incredibly sweet and had such a warm, maternal energy that made us feel genuinely welcomed and taken care of. The dining room is also beautiful, bright, and relaxing, making it a great place to enjoy a meal.

Noor Indian Fusion Kitchen, University Ave Berkeley, women owned family operation and it shows in…read morethe food. Butter chicken uses a cashew based gravy instead of tomato, creamier and richer, noticeably different from every other version in the East Bay. They also grind their own spices which you can actually taste. Chicken biryani was the other standout, fragrant and layered right, not just rice with stuff thrown on top. Garlic cheese naan is not optional. Warm room, good for a weeknight dinner, gets busier on weekends. 5 stars, the kind of Indian food that makes you reconsider everywhere else you've been going

Delicious food with vegan, dairy free, and gluten free options! Absolutely love this place! Family…read moreowned and they are very accommodating with our requests. We get their Pumpkin Tikka Masala with Garlic Roti (all Vegan and sooo good)! Tip: Add extra Tikka Masala sauce if you like to dip. Their Roti has a craveable chewy texture that no other place makes. Also try their Spinach Dosa. The filling is so creamy and flavorful! Tip: Reheat this in your oven until it's crispy. It's even better the next day! We get it delivered through Grubhub. $0 fees for orders over $50. And the restaurant packs everything carefully and thoughtfully!

This was an alternate option since the Everest was closed. My son and I were craving Indian food…read moreand so here we were. We were seated immediately and didn't need to look at the menu too long before we ordered. We decided on pani puri and veggie samosas for apps and tikka masala and butter chicken, rice and garlic naan. I ordered a vegan mango lassi and him a regular mango lassi. The pani puri was ok. I like the crispy, but I wasn't too fond of the filling to be chilled. It also had a slight sweetness to it and it wasn't my favorite. I've had it before, but I don't remember it being chilled on the inside, but what I do like about it what is that? It has a crispy shell when you bite into it. The veggie samosas were my favorites. The butter chicken was kind of bland as well as the tikka masala. It did not stop me from finishing my garlic naan with our dishes but I found myself wishing it was more flavorful. My vegan mango lassi had a taste that I wasn't too fond of and didn't finish it. At the end of the meal, it was more than $100 and that was sticker shock for me. I don't think I'm returning, but the service is friendly.

Amazing food and wonderful hospitality! Everything we tried was very tasty and full of authentic…read moreflavor. I especially loved the Chicken Biryani and Jhol Momo -- they were absolutely delicious and full of rich taste. The staff and owner were very welcoming and friendly, which made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend Aagan Restaurant & Bar to anyone looking for great food and a nice atmosphere. I'll definitely visit again!

Restaurant was nice and clean with beautiful decoration. Not many parties in restaurant when we…read morewent so we chose where to sit. Food itself tasted amazing and was extremely well flavored. Granting them the 4 stars. You can choose the spice level as well. Every dish we got we enjoyed. Lassis were sweet, yogurty, and had nice spice to it. The fish thali has wonderful flavor that paired well with the sides (except cold potatoes were ok). Samosas chana were also well flavored, paired well with the sauces and chickpeas, and crispy after being deep fried. Tikka masala and butter chicken were served in roughly 8 inch length dishes. Wonderfully seasoned, I would eat them for the sauce alone and chicken was tender. Served with rice and works great with it, but we also got some garlic naan (very garlicky would recommend). Chicken momos were ok in my opinion. Ok flavor but juicy and skin wasn't too thick. Isn't my taste personally, but similar to a korean mandu. However, can't rate them 5 stars because the service wasn't that great. We weren't checked on at all during our meal (or any of the tables next to us), no one even came to refill water. We had to flag them repeatedly to try and get the check and get a bag for our leftovers. They were attentive to what containers we needed for our leftovers though. I'd recommend this place for the food if you are ok with potentially lackluster service

A really family-friendly spot, you'll usually see folks enjoying a casual meal together, giving the…read morewhole place a relaxed, welcoming vibe. The food is consistently on point. The chicken tikka masala is a classic and definitely worth getting; it's flavorful and reliably good every time. But what really surprised me was the shrimp curry. I went in expecting the shrimp to be a bit overcooked or limited in quantity, but that wasn't the case at all. The shrimp were actually cooked really well and there was a generous amount in the dish, making it feel like a great value. One thing to keep in mind, rice doesn't automatically come with the curries, so you'll have to order it separately if you want it. That said, we usually skip the rice and go for naan instead, specifically the potato naan and garlic naan. Between the two, you get a really nice contrast in texture. The potato naan is thicker, soft, and fluffy on the inside, almost like a comforting, filled bread, while the garlic naan is thinner with a slightly crispy edge. Make sure not to sleep on the free chai tea, it's easy to miss if you're not looking for it. Off to the right of the cashier desk, there's a little self-serve station with cups, sugar packets, stir sticks, and a large container filled with hot chai. You can pour as much as you want, whenever you want, which is a nice touch and a great way to round out the meal. One thing to note about the atmosphere: there are occasional slow periods where the place can get really quiet, and you might even find yourself as the only table there. It can feel a little awkward in those moments, but it just depends on the time of day. When it's busy, though, it has a much more lively, energetic feel. Overall, it's a solid, low-key spot with good food, a family-friendly environment, and a few nice little perks that make it stand out.

We were in birthday celebration mode and stopped off for favorite cuisine of the celebrant. The…read morerestaurant welcomes you in with their neon sign and upon entry to the dining room, have a large framed photo of his holiness, the Dalai Lama overlooking all present. It did give an added warmth, in my opinion. The menu was varied and the options great. We enjoyed a variety of dishes there and took some home. We had prawn biryani, shaptak pork, shahi paneer, chicken vindaloo, lamb tikka masala, aloo gobi, prawn coconut, chicken tandoori, yellow curry dal, garlic and onion naan bread. We ate well and all the sauces, curries and favors were amazing with everything being just what we had hoped. I was especially fond of the shrimp coconut, but the birthday girl loved the spiced up lamb. There were no complaints, which is miracle enough with a big family meal. We'll be back to try more of their menu!

First time at Himalayan Tandoori and Curry House. After a hike at Tilden needed some protein…read more The lamb and goat curries were good but on the small size. The Himalayan sizzling platter had chicken, shrimp, fish and it was seasoned well. The plain, garlic and cilantro naans were nice and fluffy. The service was nice. Prices are reasonable. Street parking

Scratched the itch for butter chicken! We ordered the lamb curry and butter chicken. We were able…read moreto substitute both of our rice for 1 order of naan, which is unfortunately because 2 naan instead of 1 would've been nice. This forced us to order another naan. Anyway, the food looked deceivingly small, but they actually packed a good amount of protein. Flavors was good too (surprised some reviews said the food was bland). They hit the right balance for mild spiciness at least for me hehe. Long story short: good food, decent prices.

My husband and I go there twice a month if not more. Their…read morecurry is very flavorful, not sweet like other Americanized restaurants. Tahli is my go to. Comes with a choice of curry (chicken), vegi curry, lintel curry, stirred green, rice, rice pudding and pickles. You can ask more for rice and condiments. The price is reasonable for the quality and quantity. The servers are very kind and just good manner in general. It's rare to see a willing servers nowadays so we feel very good from tummy to heart!

A tiny shack around El cerrito, this place is easy to miss and very small. Good for a family…read moregathering and has an intimate feel. I went with some co workers for lunch and we shared what we individually ordered amongst ourselves because it was our first time getting Nepali food. When we arrived, there was no one at the front. Mind you, we came in 30 mins after opening for lunch. We rang the bell multiple times and then as we were about to go to a different place, thinking there was no one around, the cook came out and took our orders. I could tell he was a but overwhelmed since we were a group of 5, but he was really nice and courteous. He also answered the questions we had concerning the food. It took about 40 - 50 mins for our food to get in. We were the only ones in the restaurant so I'm surprised it took the long. That being said, i realized there was only one cook in the kitchen to it makes sense why it took so long however, I was not mentally prepared to wait that long. Around 12 pm, the hostess came in and was shocked to see us. She apologized for being late and wanted to get our orders but we told her the cook already got them. After waiting for about 50 mins, we finally got our orders. The food was AMAZING. Starting with the chicken sekuwa. It was a complete 10/10. I would definitely come back just for this. It was seasoned to perfection, very tender and juicy. The C Momo was very crispy and covered in a nice sweet chilli sauce. They're like deep fried dumplings. I would give it an 8/10. The lamb curry was very savory and filling. We got that with some rice and roti. It paired very well. I would also rate that an 8/10. The lamb thali was good but I think I was overwhelmed with everything on the plate. It was not bad, the lamb and lentil soup were good but I think I did not know how best to eat it so I could not fully appreciate it. I would give it a 6.5 The thai iced tea was pretty standard one. Very nice and not too sweet. 8/10 for ne The food here was pretty remarkable. I usually don't care about 'bad' service but this one really had a huge impact and stopped me from giving it a higher rating. I would not be too keen on coming back here with how understaffed they are but I do understand. If you're not in a rush, and are ready to grow your fruit of patience, I would definitely say the food is worth the wait and it was really good.

Pros: - great marketing (every high-traffic corner in the…read morearea has a sign for it) - exceptionally nice owners - cute interior - clean bathrooms - they have Indian dishes that are hard to find Cons: - the Tenali Kura wrap I got (with paneer) was an UNHOLY amount of spice. And I like spice! But it was labeled 2/5 chilis and that was a vast understatement. I guzzled 5 glasses of water. I started to hear colors. The flavor was nice from what I could taste, but it was so spicy my sister couldn't finish her wrap and I suffered through mine. Even the owner said she would classify it a 4/5 chili dish, but it was her husband who decided it would be 2/5. It will burn a hole in your insides and humble you. - the vanilla cardamom panna cotta didn't have enough vanilla or cardamom flavor. The texture is also a bit...firmer and bouncier than others I've had. The caramel and nuts on top were a nice touch.

First off -- DELICIOUS!!!!! I had the Paneer with Bagar Rice/Chapati and the flavors were insane…read more This is not your "basic" indian spot. The food is authentic, absolutely ZERO canned food used, and the spices are blended in house! The owner, Aravind Pochiraju, helped us choose the best meal that satisfied our cravings and hunger. He was wonderful to chat with and conversing with him really made me even more excited to try the food! You can easily tell how much effort he's put into these recipes. The flavors are still lingering on my tongue!!! I was extremely surprised to see the restaurant empty which made me pretty bummed...There's perfect outdoor seating with pet accommodations and beautiful lighting! I was expecting to see more people at dinner time, especially since the food is outstanding. Next time you're craving indian food or you don't know what to cook/eat, go here! I can promise you that they will not disappoint.

Came here on a Friday night for an early dinner with a couple friends before watching The Lunchbox…read moremusical at Berkeley Rep. It was a little after 5pm we were seated right away. I ordered the chicken makhni with garlic naan (pictured), and the mango lassi. At some point during our meal a man from the kitchen and maybe the owner, Gobi, came out to check on us and offered us dessert in the house! He served us the kheer with the gulab. I tasted the subtle floral notes and the rice pudding was so delicious!!

Great spot for an excellent Indian food buffet! How did we not know about this gem?! $35 total for…read moretwo buffets. Bargain! Very kind staff and other patrons were friendly too. We appreciate the tables by the windows. Comfortable atmosphere. Truly yummy food. Two chicken dishes and also veggie options. Fresh spinach salad. Plain and garlic naan included. Desserts were sweet bread balls and rice pudding. Everything was excellent! We will definitely come back. Highly recommend. They definitely deserve their good reviews. :)