24 Best Indian Restaurants near Costa Mesa

“Absolutely wonderful service and food. I got the chicken saag, med spice with garlic naan and it was delicious. I haven't eaten from a place and so quickly wanted to leave a 5 star review after just a few bites. I've found my new comfort food and the perfect place to order it from. I will definitely be back very soon for more!“

“great food, nice ambient“

“I’m so glad I discovered Biryani Hunter. The biryani is some of the best I’ve ever had. Biryani Hunter’s lassi is the perfect refreshing complement to their flavorful biryani. Smooth, creamy, and just the right amount of sweetness! Can’t wait to come back!“

“Masala Waves in Huntington Beach is an absolute must-try! 🇳🇵

My girlfriend and I had such a great experience here. I got the Chicken Tikka Masala and she got the Lamb Tikka Masala, and both dishes were absolutely delicious. The garlic naan was also some of the best we’ve had — perfectly warm, soft, and flavorful.

The service was amazing, and the atmosphere really made us feel like we were in Nepal. Everything felt authentic, welcoming, and thoughtfully done. The food was also very reasonably priced, especially for the quality and portions.

They even surprised us with a complimentary dessert, which was such a nice touch! Definitely try the pistachio ice cream — it was delicious. 🍨

Overall, great food, great service, great atmosphere, and great prices. We’ll definitely be coming back! 🇳🇵“

“The waitress was super nice to me, I got a mango lassi , and some chicken and goat curry . It was so yummy. And she was so friendly 😁👍 , as I had an exhausting week 🤧😭. Made my day 😁 by her friendliness and great food .“

“Buffet was too delicious! I have gone to multiple buffet outlets but this one was authentic Indian food! Every single dish from mutton, bhendi, daal, chicken , biryani tasted exactly how it should be! At the cost of 20$pp our full family had a very good Sunday lunch!“

“Was a Hot date night tonight 😜 So thought we would try Masala Indian and wow… next level 🔥 Tried a number of curries and every single one was spot on 👌 The garlic naan 🤤 unreal… and the mango lassi… don’t even get me started 😍 So good having a quality Indian spot just around the corner from home when we’re in town ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ all day We’ll definitely be back 💯 The Teeth Man Team“

“I would strongly disagree with any negative reviews here - we catered from Vishnu Catering for our large Indian wedding the entire weekend and it was the best food we and many of our guests have ever had at a wedding! Ram was kind, helpful, professional, and incredibly reliable as a vendor - we never had to worry about anything going wrong with catering and he was easily one of our favorite and best vendors of the whole process. The food and drink was phenomenal across all events. We are still getting comments from guests, Indian and non-Indian, about how amazing the food was. We are so grateful we got to work with Ram and his team and we would cater again for any event big or small in a heartbeat!“

“I have gotten their pani puri, chicken biryani, and chicken tikka masala. Everything is very good high-quality and very authentic Indian food. I truly recommend whoever wants to eat good Indian food. Also, their prices are very affordable and reasonable.“

“This place is so good every time we go and order it’s sooooo good. Their food is made fresh and delicious. It’s my favorite Indian food restaurant. Me and my family love it so much we drive for like 20 min to get it instead of another closer Indian food place that couldn’t even come close to this one. I definitely recommend getting this“

“My favorite buffett lunch in town!!! Great price, unlimited naan, great service, amazing owner! This is my go to Indian food in Orange County.“

“Delighted by my midday visit to Urban Punjab in garden grove for a lunch at 3 PM—serendipity in its timing as they were open and welcoming. Tucked away in a modest shopping center that also boasts a superb shawarma joint, this place is a hidden treasure. The tandoori chicken and dal makhani I savored transported my taste buds straight to the streets of Delhi with their authentic, extraordinary flavors. The lacha paratha? Simply genius. Service was extraordinary, matched by the unique touch of serving drinks in metal, regal glasses that elevate the dining experience to one of noble indulgence. Having the pleasure of meeting both owners, their dedication was evident in every aspect. I'm looking forward to a return visit with loved ones in tow, ready to embark on a culinary expedition through their entire menu. Heartfelt thanks to Urban Punjab for a five-star experience.“

“I wish I could rate more than 5 stars. Ill admit I was nervous at first, as ive never really tried Indian food. I was immediately welcomed in, not rushed to order, and they were extremely patient. Obviously the service was fantastic, that doesnt mean the food wasnt anything short of spectacular. My first bite I got a wave of flavor so unlike anything ive had before. I immediately understood why there are so many good reviews here. Thank you for being so kind and making such good food. I dont live nearby but will definitely be coming back.“

“I would like to take a moment to introduce one of the most delicious Afghan restaurants I have discovered in Orange County, Kebab Kurry Express. As an Orange County resident for more than four decades and an actor who has traveled around the world tasting different cuisines, I have always been searching for authentic Afghan and Mediterranean food that reminds me of home. Today, I finally found it! The husband-and-wife owners of Kebab Kurry Express have brought truly delicious food and wonderful Afghan flavors to our community. I highly recommend everyone in Orange County come and experience it for yourself—I guarantee you’ll want to come back again and again! Thank you, Kebab Kurry Express, for sharing your delicious food with our community. ❤

Fahim Fazli
Actor • Author • Motivational Speaker“

“A solid option for buffet style Indian food. I wouldn’t say it’s the best in OC but it is decently priced and they have a fair amount of variety and dishes to choose from. What stood out to me most was the paneer curry and the tikka masala. Was not the biggest fan of the goat dish or the chili chicken. I liked the atmosphere in here though. Very clean and they had the Bollywood music on in the background which really helps set the mood lol.“

“Super cute donut shop Donuts were fresh and amazing I got the cake Donuts one is the cinnamon sugar and one is cinnamon crumb they are amazing it was under $4 after tax for the two Donuts well worth it I would say just for the quality very nice lady working inside I'm assuming she was the owner I come in this area often for deliveries I will definitely be back wanted to try the cinnamon roll cream cheese muffin among a few other things I saw also to know she was serving fresh coffee yum“

“Amazing Food!
I am a local here first time visit.
I ordered pick up the #31 Chicken Malai - marinated chicken and yogurt and spices, cooked in a creamy coconut sauce, served with a small side of rice on the side. I choose mild. I also opted to add the garlic naan bread.
Great for those who want not a huge kick of spice but next time I will definitely order the medium to kick up the heat.
Will definitely be back!
I also took the time to call the restaurant back and give them positive feedback to the kitchen as well as the owner and to pass it along.
There are too many times people complain either online or via phone, but it really goes a long way just to call to say something positive!“

“A decent place for some good food. The mysore masala dosa was good, had great flavor, and taste. The chutneys that cane with it were kinda bland. The malai kofta was great, creamy and flavorful. The pulka rotis were good too. Would like to explore their indo-chinese menu which looked promising.“

“The staff at this establishment were incredibly friendly and welcoming. When picking up our online order, we were greeted by a gentleman with exuberant energy that had a short but immediate impact. Customer service like this goes a really long way, 5 stars! Plus our tikka masala and mango lassis were delicious!“

“Excellent Indian food“

“Awesome service. Awesome food. Namiste“

“Reshmi and her crew did a catering in our backyard party recently. It was a unique experience to have a live Dosa station for our friends and families. Everyone enjoyed the food and it was fresh and tasty. There was plenty of varieties in Dosa to pick from, which was great. Specifically the S'more Dosa was a hit with the kids as well as adults.“

“Natraj’s is our FAVORITE place to eat in SoCal!“

“Food is excellent, excellent service , they take the time to make sure food is 100 % perfect and flavors are amazing!!!!!“