42 Best Indian Restaurants near Encino

“If we don’t like a place we say so. We recommend this restaurant. Friendly. Pleasant helpful staff, nice food, reasonable prices especially the wine. Lots of street parking. Will return.“

“My husband and I thought the food was exceptional, therefore, I wanted to write this review. I had the chicken tikka masala and he had the lamb. The ambiance is romantic (we're both seniors but are still romantic), and the service was top notch. We highly recommend this restaurant!!“

“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. 💛“

“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!“

“Just really tasty vegetarian entrees. Samoas are a hit and the naan is so delicious and soft and warm. Today they gave me a hot chai tea. Very thoughtful. Cold and raining ☔️ and it was hot and delicious 🫖“

“We have been here twice now and each time it has been amazing. The lady that works is the most friendly, kind hearted person ever and takes time to interact with each table to make you feel like family. I would highly recommend this place over and over again.“

“The food was very good. I ordered chicken tandoori, biryani, and garlic naan, and everything was fresh and tasty. However, the restaurant does not have a restroom. My kids needed to use the bathroom, and unfortunately, we were told no. For that reason, I would not return, as I prefer restaurants that have restroom facilities, especially when dining with children.“

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

“Amazing experience for first time ..I really recommend this place, so much flavor😋😋
I ordered the butter chicken, egg fried rice, chicken and vegetable samosas
Everything was incredible together

Thank you so much to the owner for hooking it up with a dessert for it being my first time

5 out of 5 I highly and genuinely recommend!“

“The rare cases when a new owner does It better the old the old saying a new broom sweeps clean fits this place. food is great they're very kind and we're going to come back to our new Indian place good job guys“

“The Malabari Chicken Coconut Roast is an absolute must-try—rich, flavorful, and beautifully spiced.
Navaa works together with Mayur Indian Restaurant adjacent to it.
Their service was equally impressive: warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming.“

“What a fantastic restaurant. Not surprising that lots of people there drove from far away to eat. So good!“

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

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

“Best place to eat on the westside.“

“I prefer to stay close to home and Curry Zone is the best place to get Indian food. I've never eaten inside, but maybe I will the next time. The food is amazingly delicious, I'm never disappointed. The garlic naan bread and the mango lassi are flavorful, delicious and compliment the food very well. Can't wait for next time.“

“This is the second time I have ordered from this restaurant, and the Vizayawada biryani is absolutely delicious. You won't find another place in Los Angeles that serves biryani with such an authentic and flavorful taste. My suggestion would be to make the biryani spicier and add a bit more sauce for an even richer flavor.“

“Best Indian food in la“

“good food, friendly service, very affordable.“

“Amazing experience at Tulsi restaurant. Food was super delicious, so much variety to choose from & very inexpensive. Staff was very friendly. Can’t wait to try other tulsi restaurant in LA“

“Delicious food (that is actually hot when you ask for it hot!), nice dining area, very reasonably priced for how much food you get (definitely leftovers). Also the staff is really sweet. I somehow left my credit card and didn’t realize until the following day - they held it until I could pick it up. Highly recommend!“

“If you love Indian food, this is the place to be! The flavors are rich, and every dish is cooked to perfection. The ambiance is warm, and the service is excellent. My personal favorite is their biryani—so aromatic and delicious.“

“one of my favorite Indian restaurants. The breakfast options are authentic and delicious, and the biriyani has amazing taste and aroma. Every dish feels fresh and well-prepared. The service is also very good—staff are polite, friendly, and quick to help. Overall, great food, great service, and a place I enjoy visiting again and again. Highly recommended! 😊“

“nice people, nice food, give us good mango dessert too, not to mention fast service❤“

“The restaurant has a great buffet. The service is excellent also. A clean place. Will return.“

“absolutely wonderful place.“

“Shout-out to Taj Mahal of India for staying consistently excellent.

My first time coming here was toward the end of the pandemic, and it immediately left an impression. I hadn’t been back in a couple of years, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. Walking in and being greeted by the same familiar faces honestly made my day. That kind of continuity matters.

This place feels truly family-run in the best way. You can tell the team works well together, and that care translates directly to the food. Every single time, it exceeds expectations.

The butter chicken, curry vindaloo, tikka masala, garlic naan. No notes. And trust me when I say this: you must order extra of everything. Non-negotiable.

Grateful this spot continues to do what it does so well. Still a favorite, still worth the return.“

“We were a group of 2, ordered lamb and chicken biryani. Both were very delicious (a bit too spicy though we requested mild). Rice needed to be a bit drier than what was served, were told that it is how it's made in Northern India, it was so good, but wanted it to be drier :)“

“Went there on a date on Christmas and was excellent!“

“looks like the store is gone, tried to order takeout but closed today tuesday 5/24. i hjope they are still open. great food“

“It was the first time we visited this restaurant. My family and I loved the food. We ordered Maharashtrian and south Indian food. All dishes were delicious! Especially the Kolhapuri Tambada Rassa!!! It was so authentic that it reminded us of Kolhapuri home food. Along with that, the restaurant owner gave us complimentary Zunka & Bhakri! So exquisite! She suggested us some chef's special dishes. Kanda Bhaji, Sole kadhi was unique. Highly recommended!! The person who took our order, Aashish was kind and gave us the best hospitality during our visit. People should definitely try this restaurant for authentic Maharashtrian dishes!“

“As a tourist visiting Los Angeles all the way from India, I wanted to explore some authentic South Asian flavors—and Tawakull Tandoori absolutely blew me away! From the moment I walked in, the warm hospitality made me feel right at home. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, with the aroma of fresh spices welcoming you in like an old friend.

I ordered the Chicken Biryani, a Lamb Karahi, and of course, some fresh garlic naan—and every bite was bursting with flavor. The tandoori meats are perfectly marinated and cooked to juicy perfection. The spice level was just right, and you can tell everything is made fresh with real love and tradition behind it.

The staff were so friendly and attentive, even offering great suggestions for what to try as a first-timer. I also tried the mango lassi, which was the perfect refreshing finish to an already fantastic meal.

If you're in LA and craving rich, flavorful, and authentic Pakistani food, Tawakul Tandoori is a must-visit. I honestly wish I had discovered this place sooner on my trip—I'll definitely be back next time I’m in town!

Highly recommend—5 stars all the way! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I live in Virginia and tried to place an order with a restaurant with a similar name. Somehow wires got crossed and the order was placed with this restaurant. When the food wasn’t picked up the restaurant went out of the way to track me down and reimburse the charge. This is a restaurant worth your businesses. Good people are sometimes hard to find and should be recognized!“

“Excellent Indian food . Must try !!“

“Often times I appreciate the vibe that this family style deli has to offer. My family likes the originality of the regulars that attend there. I personally think the relaxed setting is a great place to do business. My personal experiences included giddiness from mangos. Not acceptable in temples of prayer. Prasadam perhaps after prayers a superior order of eating here. All in all singed my Chai ode hair which was an act of humility my brothers.“

“Are here last night & had takeout 2 weeks ago 😃delicious both times ! Will be back when in Santa Monica as next 👍“

“Tasty South Indian hot food… really loved the all you can eat breakfast this Saturday early morning… Yumm Idli puri doa Pongal vada with all the sides … really loved the taste and texture of each item … thanks for the tasteee strong madras coffee to go with it .. beautiful start to my day 👍“

“I love this place! It's small, but has all the ingredients for Indian cooking that you can't find in regular markets. And whole spices like cardamom and anise are SO much cheaper here than big box stores! Everyone who works here has been so helpful and patient we me as I try learn Indian cooking. Be aware that they have a small <$1 chg for using credit card, but you will get that back many times over with how much you save.“

“👍👍👍👍 "Everyone that works there is so nice, especially the boss lady. It is a restaurant and an indian market. They have so many things, especially cookies and candy from India. They have things that are not food as well. "“

“I have been a long time customer of Chutney’s on Pico and Barrington in West La. The food is wonderful and the owner and staff are very pleasant to interact with. Highly recommended when you are in the mood for excellent quality Indian food!“