50 Best Indian Restaurants near Culver City

“Absolutely in love with this place! 🍽️✨ The food is a beautiful symphony of flavors, and the atmosphere is just so warm and welcoming. The perfect spot for a cozy meal with friends or a special dinner. Every bite was a little piece of happiness. 💛“

“Came here with a group of friends after someone recommended it, and honestly, it’s one of those places you might overlook at first. From the outside, it’s pretty low-key and not the most eye-catching, but once you walk in, the whole vibe changes. The staff welcomes you right away, and you can’t miss the wall full of awards—it definitely says something. The place itself is casual and not fancy, but the food and service really stand out. Everyone on the team checked in on us without being overbearing, and you can tell they work well together. We ordered a bunch of dishes to share and everything was full of flavor. Definitely recommend getting a mango lassi to balance out the spice—it came in clutch.“

“Best Indian food 🥘 in L.A taste like made in home !!“

“Best place to eat on the westside.“

“one place uou can't ho wrong. Finally Indian fine cuisine at it's BEST. I highly recommend.“

“absolutely wonderful place.“

“The person working the till last night (Sunday) around 8:30 or so was on her AirPods talking to someone else (definitely appeared to be a personal call), which made it hard for her to hear me and hard for me to hear her. I definitely ordered naan more than once, did not get it, may have paid for it, at that point I didn’t want to ask because I knew it would be pointless and I wanted to end the interaction. I’m not sure if she answered my questions or if she was talking to the other person on the phone and either way she was speaking so incredibly quiet I was not be able to hear what she was saying either way. Honestly idc if someone is chatting to others during work hours, in fact in some ways I support it and don’t think it is an issue at all, but maybe stop for 90 seconds when a customer is there. It was just an incredibly weird experience, and it was my first time there, so a little more help would have been nice. And, again, some naan. Lol. Maybe they didn’t have it? I don’t know because I couldn’t hear a word she was saying, and it definitely felt like I was bothering her when I asked her questions or to repeat herself so I just gave up because it was so incredibly uncomfortable. She was very unwelcoming, and not even neutral, and it genuinely takes a lot for me to say that because I don’t think service people owe me cheerfulness, particularly not at the wage they’re usually paid. But this was truly exceptional, and if this was not her intent or not indicative of what she was experiencing then she needs this feedback.

Can’t review the naan, didn’t receive it lol. I didn’t care for the jackfruit but did not hate it (not to my taste, though I do like jackfruit), I liked the pakora curry, I LOVED the fake chicken dish the sauce is delicious and so rich. Definitely not enough rice for the dishes, but thankfully I was able to make some naan at home. Samosa was good and so were the pani puri though the tamarind water was a bit bland, maybe it was the savory type? I love pani puri so honestly I’m just happy to have them, but I will say the shells were a bit stale, maybe because I came late in the evening, and partly because I’ve had so many of the pani puri from Puja’s Palate at the motor Ave farmers market and those are 🤤🤤🤤.

I’ll definitely come back here, the prices are reasonable, it’s nearby, etc. but I honestly might leave to go elsewhere if I saw that person on their AirPods at the till again because it was that awkward and also I would like to get my correct order.

(Ps, make sure you’re looking at the menu for this location as the one online is for a different one, and I went there initially for pav bhaji, and wasn’t able to get it. :( I was pretty bummed lol.)“

“Food was tasty. Had bisibele bhat and curd rice. Mango pickle given with curd rice was awful in color and smell. Seemed very very old. Usually lime pickle is served with curd rice. Even if mango pickle given, it is red and fresh with nice chili oil.“

“The atmosphere was casual and informal like a cafe . What a creative spread . The food we ate was a Fusion of Indian and Mexican . The owner was very amiable and the waiters very cordial and respectful . Will highly recommend this place 👍🏻🙌🙌🎉🎊“

“Excellent food and fantastic service😊“

“Great food , excellent customer service and friendly I will stop by all the time, because food are delicious 🤤“

“As a Mexican who loves Indian food, this place immediately caught my attention. I tried the quesadilla, and while it didn’t have a traditional Mexican flavor (aside from the tortilla), it was still absolutely delicious. I also ordered the samosas, which tasted homemade and freshly prepared. Everything was flavorful, and I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“I have eaten at Flavor of India several times and did so very recently with a friend. This place has amazing food and service! You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Everything is excellent and I strongly recommend them. The atmosphere is great too!“

“Amazing Indian cuisine!!!!“

“Super delicious and authentic Indian cuisine!“

“The food was amazing amazing service amazing chef‘s amazing cooks. Best in Los Angeles Indian food you will get prices are amazing. The butter chicken was amazing. Definitely would recommend it to whoever is visiting Los Angeles, California. Come get a taste of India“

“Really good interior with professional service i like it“

“We went here for our 2nd anniversary, and now I feel this might be our all time favorite in LA! First, thanks to all of the staff who were part of our great evening, starting from giving us seats at a perfect spot, to the ones who handed us congratulatory cards and sparkling wine, each one of you deserve to be praised!

Their cocktail menu is by far the best I've tasted across different bars I, especially due to their Indian take on classic recipes! Sholay for the win!

The restaurant itself was so beautiful, paintings of classic Indian film moments, and each bite of our food was a special take on classic Indian dishes. The taste, portion & quality were exceptional. Kudos to the chef!

Will certainly be back here again!“

“The food at Star of India is excellent. They have a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan, and standard items, all worth trying. The service is prompt and the staff are friendly and helpful.“

“BADMAASH never disappoints. Easily one of our go-to spots for modern Indian food in LA. Everything was amazing as always. The chaat was super refreshing, the chicken tikka was oo lala level yummy, and the cheese naan with the curry was absolutely outstanding. Perfect mix of bold flavors, comfort food, and a cool vibe. Always looking forward to coming back.“

“This is one of the best Indian restaurants in the Los Angeles area! The food was flavorful and authentic, and every dish was prepared perfectly. The staff were attentive, friendly, and provided outstanding service. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it a great place to enjoy a meal with family and friends. If you're in Los Angeles and craving Indian food, I highly recommend giving this place a try. I’ll definitely be visiting again!“

“Excelente food and service. Big portions. You won’t leave hungry from here for sure…“

“Best Indian food restaurant in the Valley!“

“My friend was in town & we were both in the mood for some delicious Indian cuisine decided to check this place out since it was in the area and boy are we glad we did!

The food and the energy and the vibes were all amazing! Will def be back! & can’t recommend enough if you are in the area :)“

“First time eating Indian food. The meal was excellent! The service was excellent! We will be going back.“

“Highly recommend the Masala Paneer!!! The rich buttery sauce is by far the most flavorful I have ever had! 👍👍👍👍👍“

“What a fantastic meal. Everything we ordered was packed with bold, vibrant flavors. I particularly loved the presentation of the lamb chops, which arrived standing upright and topped with a beautiful, fresh purple orchid.

The portions were generous and the ingredients felt very high quality. Even the side salad was incredibly fresh and crisp. I am already looking forward to my next visit to this spot on Broadway.“

“Great place for authentic Indian Food.“

“I LOVE this place. The food the atmosphere, both amazing. Of the small plates please try the sweet potato chaat and the cauliflower dish. Of the large plates, I’ve tried 3-4 and all were really good. Great for dates, casual hangouts, and to get a bit drunk with delicious bites.“

“yes great service. their food is always cooked at time of ordering. everything is fresh!“

“I dined in around 6pm on a Saturday and it was perfect. It’s a small place with a relaxed vibe. The place was empty when I arrived but quickly filled up while I ate my food. I got the garlic naan, the sag paneer, butter chicken and rice. Everything was so delicious and flavorful. The butter chicken was my favorite - incredible spices and I could tell it was cooked on the grill (my favorite cook). The service was fantastic - both servers were so nice and the owner even came to greet us and make sure everything was ok. I would absolutely come back and recommend to a friend.“

“Hollywood Vegan has redefined what it means to enjoy plant-based and organic food. Every product is top-notch!“

“Great Indian food, and I love the weekly buffet. Sundays, it comes with champagne, if you ask for it. Wide variety of choices. Consistently tasty. Staff is friendly and attentive. Very clean, and comfortable.“

“I love this place. Service and food are great. Ravi used to live in England so I think that makes his food the closest to "back home" for me. Chicken Tikka Masala is so creamy.“

“Awesome atmosphere, service & food. The staff is excellent and you are given plenty of time to relax.“

“Literally so bomb!!!! Don’t judge a book by its cover. Everything I’ve had there has been 20/10. Also the woman who usually is at the register is a sweet angel sent from heaven above. Fast, yummy, you won’t be sorry ❤“

“Delicious! Great Indian food and great tikka masala burrito!“

“Really yummy food 🥘 love it 😊 and grate Castmer service 👍“

“Delicious food and friendly service! Chicken tikka masala is really good.“

“Chef Arango restaurant is a cozy and delicious spot on Pico Blvd and West Blvd. Street parking can be a little tricky but it can be done easily.
Lucky me, I work out at Planet Fitness a block away. I eat here at least once a week and I've tried many things on the menu. I highly recommend the dal tarka (yellow lentils), and the chicken dishes, especially the tandoori chicken and chicken tikka, as well as the other chicken dishes such as chicken vindaloo. He uses halal chicken and it's very flavorful. I have seen his tandoor oven and it's impressive.
Chef Arango was the head chef at famous Bengali Indian restaurant Anarkali on Melrose Ave near La Brea. I did not realize all the times I drove by this restaurant that he had already been cooking for me for years. The prices are surprisingly reasonable, with most a la carte vegetarian items being $13 and most chicken dishes being $16, which includes rice and papadum. He deserves the excellent reviews and I highly recommend eating here. It's small and comfy, and they play traditional Indian classical sitar music and other Indian music. Very highly recommended!“

“Best curry I have had in LA in 30 years Chef is English“

“We catered for 20 people. Vijaywada Panner Biryani was amazing. It is a true taste like home. Will go again and order again.

Mukesh is the person who can help you with anything. He has a lot of experience in this, if you ask him, he will give great suggestions/options.“

“I can confirm. This is delicious Indian food.

Priced affordably. Do remember that they only accept venmo or cash.

The location is a bit strange in an old hotel, but there are signs to get you there no-issue.

All walls around you in the restaurant have expertly painted murals.“

“Je recommande ce restaurant. Repas délicieux, prise de commande rapide, service à table rapide. Personnel très accueillant. Thank you for your hospitality“

“It's my 1st time @ an Indian restaurant like this 1. The service is great and friendly. Also, the food is so delicious. Especially the Alu Samosa and the Mango Lassi because they're officially my favorite stuff.“

“Best place ever“

“Govinda, the owner of this food truck, is a true hero. He runs this truck as a personal mission to do his part in battling food insecurity. His plates are priced at $5 (but really, this is a suggested donation and he never turns you away if you're in need).

Everything in the truck is vegan, partly due to his religious beliefs (Hare Krishna) and partly to accommodate every srudents' dietary preferences.

Each plate is packed with flavor, nutrition, and love. He runs a set menu for each day of the week. It always comes with a glass of lemonade and chips. Don't worry about the portion sizes. You're sure to leave satisfied.

But most importantly, the owner is a genuinely good person. He always stands outside his food truck, personally greeting customers and taking their orders. He takes great pride in his work and is always ecstatic to share updates about how his business is doing and how much he is helping his community. I've spoken to him many times and he understands the food insecurity crisis that students face, hence the pricing and proximity to UCLA. In order to break even, he must sell 70 plates daily, so please frequent this place as much as you can.“

“Excellent, can't wait to go back & try something else!!!“

“Excellent food!!“

“Fantastic Lunch Buffet. Offered Vegan dishes too. Clean and organized. Wonderful Staff. Will be going back.“