If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. We stopped here on our drive back from South Lake…read moreTahoe to San Jose, and it was easily the best decision of our trip. First, the restaurant itself is fantastic. The Indian buffet is excellent, everything was fresh and packed with flavor, and the ambience is wonderful. The entire staff was incredibly welcoming from the moment we walked in. But what happened next proved that the owner is a genuinely amazing person. Our car broke down right in their driveway, and we were stuck waiting a long time for a tow truck. The owner Dilawar didn't just tolerate us blocking the path; he actively took care of us. He checked on us constantly to make sure we were comfortable, let us plug in our phones to charge, and when it became clear we had to spend the night at a nearby hotel, he personally drove us there himself. This level of hospitality is almost unheard of these days. Incredible food, immaculate vibes, and a business owner with a massive heart. Please support this place--they deserve every bit of success!

We were very impressed. I'm a vegan, my SO isn't…read more She has a degree in food science, and is quite the Foodie. I just love healthy foods made well. We were the only non Indian people in the restaurant, so the "local experts" gave it their stamp of approval by voting with their legs and appetites.

Met up with a friend for lunch. She's been here plenty of times -- this was my first go, so I let…read moreher take the lead on ordering. Solid decision. We were seated immediately, which I always appreciate. The space is pretty big with a modern feel, and there's plenty of parking out front (no circling the lot like a hawk -- love that). Even though they gave us the lunch menu, we went à la carte. Ordered: tandoori chicken, butter chicken, coconut shrimp, butter naan, and rice -- all medium spice where applicable. The tandoori chicken was tender and well seasoned -- no dry chicken nonsense here. The butter chicken was exactly what you want it to be: rich, creamy, tomato-forward, and comforting. But the one that caught me off guard a bit was the coconut shrimp -- creamy, slightly sweet, and a little more mild than "medium" heat, probably because of the coconut milk, but still really good. And listen... the butter naan? Fresh, warm, and absolutely necessary. Both the butter chicken and coconut shrimp were made for dipping. No shame in wiping those plates clean. Service was great. Staff was kind, checked in on us without hovering, and kept our water filled without us needing to flag anyone down. Overall -- easy, enjoyable lunch. Good food, good service, no complaints. I'd definitely come back.

it was my first time here and i was impressed by how busy it was at 3-4pm on a sunday afternoon. it…read morefeels like the perfect spot for families, friends, and even date nights. service was attentive here and there, did feel forgotten during the checkout process as we were placed in a corner that might be hard to see. portions were great for ordering a la carte or family style. parking was easy and plenty, shared with the neighboring motel. we ordered the combo appetizers, mango lassi, chicken bomb biryani, and chicken tikka masala. combo appetizers: 8/10 i'm familiar with samosas, but it was my first time trying the other two appetizers. they were all really great! paired with the tamarind chutney, which was honestly life changing, and the mint cilantro chutney, it was such a strong start to the meal. mango lassi: 8/10 refreshing, smooth, and a solid option if you're craving something fruity and refreshing. chicken bomb biryani: 8.5/10 really well seasoned and spiced. we ordered medium and it had great flavor without being overwhelming. chicken tikka masala: 100000/10 not even kidding. rich, creamy, perfectly spiced, and the chicken was incredibly tender. easily the highlight of the whole experience.

Hola buneas Hyer jo llegado indian restaurant vacaville jo…read morepedido con camarero una pollo tika masala y un pan de ajo mi gusta mucho mucho comida mi canta mucho Gracias por todos camaeros y mi hacer respectar mucho y servicio muy bien un camarero se llama Bala ji

Tucked away in a quieter part of Vacaville, Essence Indian Cuisine feels like one of those spots…read moreyou're almost tempted to gatekeep -- but the food is too good not to share. A friend and I met here for lunch to celebrate her birthday and catch up. We arrived right at opening and had the place to ourselves for about an hour. Guests slowly trickled in closer to the lunch rush, but I was honestly surprised it wasn't packed -- because what they're serving deserves more buzz. We ordered the chicken tikka kebab, butter chicken, methi malai shrimp, and garlic naan. I'll admit, I was skeptical about the chicken tikka since I'm not usually a fan of chicken breast (hello, dryness). But this? Tender, juicy, well-seasoned, and paired beautifully with the mint sauce. A strong start. The butter chicken was slightly different from what I'm used to -- more red orange in color, clearly leaning into a stronger tomato base. Creamy, flavorful, and a bit brighter than the typical richer versions. Different, but still very good. And then... the methi malai shrimp. Wow. Just wow. This was new to me and absolutely the standout. The coconut-based sauce was rich without being heavy, beautifully balanced, and full of flavor. The shrimp were cooked perfectly -- tender, not rubbery, and not curled tight (which usually signals overcooking). This dish alone makes the 30-minute drive worth it. I've since checked menus closer to home hoping to find it elsewhere... no luck. The garlic naan was the perfect companion -- flavorful but not overpowering, ideal for scooping up every last bit of sauce from both dishes. Service deserves its own spotlight. The host/waiter was phenomenal -- attentive without hovering. Water glasses stayed filled, he checked in just enough, and at one point mentioned he didn't want to interrupt because it looked like we were deep in conversation. That level of awareness? Appreciated. Smaller, intimate setting. Thoughtful service. Well-executed food. If you're in Vacaville and craving Indian food, give this place a try. In my opinion, it absolutely holds its own -- and maybe even edges out the more "popular" spot in town. And yes, I'll be back for that methi malai shrimp.

I LOVE Yeti Restaurant in Davis. It is seriously one of my go to spots. My order is pretty basic,…read morebut I get it every single time because it never disappoints. I always go for the butter chicken, medium spicy, and it is so good. The flavor is rich, perfectly spiced, and just hits every time. I also get their garlic naan, which pairs perfectly with the sauce. I usually end up spending around 24 dollars when I add extra rice and garlic naan to the butter chicken, but honestly, it is so worth it. The portions are really generous. It is easily the size of two meals in one, so you can definitely save some for the next day. I have not tried any other Indian food spots in Davis, and to be honest, I do not really feel the need to because this place is just that good. Whether I get it to go or sit down with friends and family, the experience is always great. They are very quick with their service, and even when I order ahead, the food is still hot and ready to go when I pick it up. Overall, this is a spot I will keep going back to. Great food, great portions, and always consistent.

Good food and service. Limited seating inside so there can be quite a wait when it's during peak…read moremeal time. There is patio seating out front. Normally get the Couple's Special dinner with meat. Includes a plate of appetizers and lamb curry and butter chicken, with rice and lentil soup, 1 order of naan, and 2 drinks. The lamb or butter chicken are both good, not spicy at all though. We normally also order a the naan bread basket, which has a variety (garlic, butter, cilantro, peas and onions) really delicious.

Yum!!! We were in…read moreFairfield today and looking for a good gluten free lunch, and were delighted to find Saffron. We had Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Korma, and Vegetable Biryani, and were so impressed with the flavors. The sizzling of the tandoori platter and wonderful aromas made it a multi-sensory experience to remember. Even the rice pudding we had for dessert was delicate and complex. We will have to come back to try more dishes!

We ordered the Fish Tikka, Prawn Thai Fried Rice, Honey Sesame Chicken, Chicken Coconut, Garlic…read moreNaan & Plain Naan Everything was so flavorful and delicious...if you're ever in the Downtown Fairfield area you have to stop by and taste the food and take in the ambiance. Jazz & Vipn were very pleasant and helpful...such nice patrons We will definitely be back again!

From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with warmth and genuine hospitality that immediately…read moresets the tone. The service is attentive without being overbearing, and you can tell they truly care about both the food and the experience. We had the Chole Bhature for lunch, and it was incredible. The chole was rich, perfectly spiced, and deeply flavorful but not heavy. The bhature were freshly made, fluffy on the inside with that perfect light crisp on the outside. Every bite felt authentic and satisfying, the kind of dish that reminds you why you love Indian/Himalayan food in the first place. What really stands out about Everest Curry is the heart behind it. It feels family-run in the best way welcoming, consistent, and passionate about what they serve. You don't just eat here; you feel taken care of. If you're in Midtown Sacramento and looking for a place that delivers both amazing food and genuine hospitality, Everest Curry is a must. We'll absolutely be back.

The buffet at 2:30 and hour before they close the buffet was a bust!!!! I literally scooped out…read morethe sauces with no meat. One drumstick in the tandoor chicken, dried up naan, curry without the chicken. My complaint was never ending. I love this type of food and was very disappointed. Even the service was terrible, the waitress was busy reading something more important than its customers!! I will give this place another try, but be apprehensive.

900th review? Whaaaaat…read more It is going to be a problem having Indian Curry and Grill nestled so conveniently in the new neighborhood. A problem because it is just thaaaaat delicious and they have a massive vegetarian menu I want to work my way through. A very yelpy problem to have if I may say so. We ordered a take away last week for lunch with veggie samosas, garlic naan, basmati rice, and an order of mushroom masala for me, something meaty for my love that I've forgotten the name of. We loved our food and the ease of ordering online for pickup. Everything was fire. Rich, flavorful mushroom masala with plenty of fresh vegetables. How I savored the sauce. Yum. Luckily there were leftovers for the next day! The garlic naan was plenty garlicky, fresh, hot, and yummy. Samosas were so hot it took awhile and some patience before they could be savored. Excellent. Crispy perfection on the outside, and packed with filling and spices. Even the basmati rice was fantastic. I would order everything again. But. I have so many other items to try, from paneer to curry to okra served in a different way than I am used to. We have not dined in yet, but I'm sure we will soon. Service so far has been great. They made sure we didn't forget anything when picking up, from utensils to rice sides. Prices were lower than what I'm used to as well, so that's a bonus. Can't speak to the ambiance much yet, but it seems like a good place to dine in.

I was craving Indian food and my normal go to is a place all the way on the other side of town but…read moreI was in the area so I decided to try Indian Curry and Grill. I ordered some takeout here on a weekday evening around 8:00 p.m. The restaurant was pretty dead when I arrived to pick It up; there was only one couple eaating inside. The food smelled incredible though. I was worried when I was ordering because the butter chicken was $18 which seemed reasonable until I realized that didn't come with anything else, not even rice. I added some rice, some garlic naan, and a couple of samosas and it was over $30 for my dinner before tip. I had high hopes. Did I mention it smelled amazing? The ride home with that bag of food in the car was agonizing. When I got home there was about 2 and 1/2 cups of butter chicken, two cups of rice, two samosas, and a good sized naan, so you could actually probably feed two people with this meal. That made me feel a lot better about the cost. The food itself was very good. The butter chicken was spicier than I am used to, so I was only able to eat a small portion of it, but I finished the rest the next day. Leftovers are always nice. I would probably skip the naan next time, but the samosas were very tasty and a good size, so I would definitely get those again. They were also spicy, but not as overpoweringly so as the butter chicken. I would definitely come back to this location. The employees were nice and the food was yummy and satisfying.

When I was an undergrad over a decade ago, I would only come here for the lunch buffet, and it was…read moremy favorite lunch buffet to go to. Fast forward to now, my husband, sister, and I decided to come here for dinner because yeti restaurant was closed. For those who haven't been in here before, the best way I can describe this restaurant is dark. Paint is dark, booth are dark. Everything is kind of moody and dark. Definitely not my kind of aesthetic, but does that really matter for this restaurant? No. The service is always fine. Staff is always friendly enough and fast. When we got the food, we were pleasantly surprised, like I said before I have only eaten at the buffet here and that was over a decade ago. While we were eating, we noted that we actually enjoyed the flavors here more than we enjoy the flavors at yeti restaurant. Something about the blend of spices just fits our palette more than the other restaurant. We found that there was an adequate amount of food, they didn't skimp out on meats, and we were overall really happy with our meal. Is it the best Indian food I've ever had? No, but it was really good by Davis standards and consider considering that there aren't a ton of Indian places in the Sacramento area. I think this might be our new go to Indian place now! I'm glad I gave this another shot!

First of all, this spot gets a bad rap sometimes and I think it's because people are used to a…read morecertain regional Indian cuisine and people don't realize the variety of the Indian subcontinent. Kathmandu Kitchen is named after a city in Nepal, so it should be no surprise the food here is Indian and Nepali. While I can't speak to the flavor or authenticity of their momos or other Nepali staples, their curries are extremely delicious and distinct from other Indian restaurants and recipes I've tried. I think the first thing you might notice is that a lot of their curries have a touch of sweetness, and pretty much all of their curries have a consistent texture. They do an amazing job making each curry silky and rich and flavorful. Every dish tastes fresh and unique in their own spice profiles and marinades. I highly recommend the paneer tikka masala, chicken makhani (very similar/the same as butter chicken I think), kitchen masala, and basil curry. Also, their actual restaurant experience is very nice too. The staff is very courteous and professional. The restaurant is large, vibey, and clean. There are two reasons I don't give Kathmandu a 5 star. The first that both me and partner almost always need to add salt to the dish. I could see why someone might write off Kathmandu if they went a few times and wrote it off because they never tried adding salt to their dish. The second reason is that the spice level isn't as consistent as I'd like. Sometimes, asking for medium spice level results in almost no heat, sometimes it borders on too much. Sometimes getting hot spice level is hot but enjoyable, sometimes it's very hot even for me. Mild is consistent but Id guess that's because they simply don't add extra hot chili powder or something like that. Overall, I highly recommend this spot if you love Indian food and want to try some Nepali spins and flavors.

I haven't been to Preethi in a while. Maybe 10 years. I can't remember. Anyway I came back bc they…read morewere having a Diwali dinner buffet! I decided to try it. It was so good and delicious! I am so glad I came! First they boasted about 40 different items! Apparently that's a lot, even by fancy Indian hotel standards! Thus the variety is of the charts! And you know this canto critic! He loves him some variety! There were so much good. Where to start... The best was the crab curry. I've never had crab and Indian masala curry before. Thus hands down it was the best! The crab legs were quite sweet. And even the curry itself very, very sweet as well! I had so much grab curry. The crab curry came in a long tray! So I got as much as I could eat! It was basically crab fest or crab feed! Second they had shrimp curry! That was also nothing I had before. It was ok. Nothing fancy other than a new Indian novelty. The mutton curry was very good. Very chunky pieces of meat! It may have been very spiced. But it was still very good. I've also had the mutton biryani and the jackfruit biryani was also good. I've never had jackfruit biryani either so to me it looked like beef at first. Man today was a day of firsts for me. This just shows that indeed it was a 40 item meal. I was having so much anticipation and let me say, I was not disappointed. Not disappointed at all, like I was when I watched Coolie... I really had a great time eating Indian food, trying out different new curries, jackfruit, and even a few Indian sweets that I normally would avoid. But today I had my fill. I wish part of the 40 item buffet banquet came with masala chai, mango lassi, or mango soft swerve ice cream. Oh well. The crab more than made up for it. Oh the other stuff were good too like the naan, sambar, saag, pakora, fried fish, samosa, etc. I prolly shouldn't be wasting my money and stomach in such items but this steak smoking canto can't cook sambar or saag so sue me! The staff were great. They were friendly, prompt, and refilled water enough even tho the place was packed! LoR: Solid A

Excellent food. Had the lunch buffet. Delicious. At least 20 different selections to choose from…read more Do yourself a favor and eat there.

If you're craving authentic Indian cuisine in Elk Grove, Mr. Dosa is an absolute must-visit. We…read moreordered a spread, and every single dish hit the mark. The Highlights: * Lamb Vindaloo: It was bold, punchy, and perfectly spiced. * Chicken Tikka Masala: It was tender and deeply seasoned. * Butter Chicken: It was the definition of "comfort food"--velvety, rich, and savory. * Garlic Naan: You can tell it's fresh; perfectly charred. So good! * The Drinks: Don't skip the Lassis! The Mango Lassi had a great yogurt to mango ratio, and the Sweet Lassi was the perfect "cool down" for the spice. The service was impressively quick, and the staff went out of their way to make sure we were taken care of. Great portions for the price--I'll definitely be back!

This little hidden place in Elk grove makes me want to explore more places to eat!…read more Went here on a weekday and tried out their garlic naan, mango lassi, sweet lassi, butter chicken, tikka masala and lamb vindaloo. Place is small and serene at the same time. Service was quick and the staff was very generous with the servings! Overall it was a very good experience! Definitely a must go place for those who likes indian food! Highly recommend this place!