The Essence Redefining Indian Food

This new place is easily the best Indian food in Livermore and the service was amazing too. I highly recommend the martini with essence of mango and tamarind.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Service is really bad. This was our fifth visit. Very disappointed.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 1

yesterday i eat paneer tikka here taste delicious and naan quality very nice and they have kind of juice also have very good taste. They have brilliant staff.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Dahi Papdi Chaat, Paneer Tikka, Aloo Gobi

Great food no

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great ambience! Quality food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We went there as it is new in the area, and the review was quite good.

The ambience is quite unique, with antique style decorations, which gives the place a somewhat unique vibe.

We ordered vegetable roll and panipuri for appetizers. The panipuri was average, so nothing out of ordinary. My disappointment (and consequently deduction of 1 star) is due to their vegetable roll, this one is basically spring roll , and not a good one on top of that. I don’t think a traditional Indian restaurant (like this one claim they are), should serve spring roll as it’s no way even close to Indian cuisine.

For main course, we ordered laccha, naan (butter and plain), malai kofta and butter chicken. The breads were all very well cooked and delicious. The malai kofta was extremely rich gravy and worth ordering. The butter chicken had very tender chicken pieces with a rich and buttery gravy. Although the gravy was bit salty, which was a little unfortunate.

For dessert, we ordered kulfi , which was extremely good and worth ordering.

Altogether, a great addition to the buffet of Indian restaurants in the area. Although, this place is nothing out of ordinary, I love their ambience, simple food and service. I will visit again.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

i made rsvp for 8.00 pm didnt get table till 8.30 very bad service but still i tip drinks come after we finish eating it was my friend birthday we drove 1 hour to celebrate very bad service no birthday wishes or nothing will never refer no one

This was my first time dining here, and I have to say, I was thoroughly impressed! The food was not only delicious but also presented beautifully, and the decor added a lovely touch to the overall experience. The ambiance is both cozy and elegant, making it a great spot for either casual dining or a special occasion.

Here’s a rundown of what we ordered:

1. Grilled Pomfret Fish – This dish was absolutely fantastic! The fish was perfectly cooked, with a delicate, smoky flavor that really stood out. It’s a must-try if you enjoy seafood.
2. Mango Lassi – It was refreshing, though I found it to be just decent compared to other places. Still, a nice complement to the spicier dishes.
3. Goat Curry – Bursting with flavor, this was one of the highlights of the meal. The goat was tender and cooked to perfection, and the curry itself had a rich, complex taste.
4. Lamb Rogan Josh – Another winner! The lamb was tender, and the sauce was rich and aromatic. It had just the right amount of spice, making it a very satisfying dish.
5. Butter Chicken – Absolutely delicious! Creamy, flavorful, and a dish I would come back for again and again. If you’re a fan of butter chicken, this won’t disappoint.
6. Naan, Butter Naan, and Roti – All were fresh and soft, perfect for dipping into the curries. The butter naan was especially good, with just the right amount of richness.
7. Papdi Chaat – A delightful appetizer with a nice balance of flavors and textures. It was tangy, crunchy, and a great start to the meal.
8. Dal – Simple yet flavorful, this was a great addition to the meal. It had a comforting, home-cooked feel to it.
9. Palak Aloo – A wonderful vegetarian option! The spinach and potato were well-cooked and seasoned perfectly, making it a great complement to the rest of the meal.

Overall, this was a fantastic dining experience. The variety of dishes we tried all had their own unique flavors, and everything was well-prepared. I’m already looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu. Highly recommend this place!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

First time here. Very good ambience, service and excellent food. Good value for money. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tried this restaurant on my trip to San Ramon. We started off with Aam Panna and Guava drinks which were fabulous and fresh. For food we started off with gobi Manchurian and papdi chaat which were delicious. For main course, we ordered malai kofta and Baigan Bharta which were tasty.

The service was great. We sat outside on the patio. The ambiance was great.

Plenty of parking as it’s located in the plaza.

I would definitely recommend this place! MUST TRY!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Dahi Papdi Chaat, Malai Kofta

Vegetarian appetizers Paneer Tikka and Gobi Manchurian were both well made and tasty. We felt quantity of Gobi was less.
We liked the papaya and aam drinks.
Main course items were fine.
Overall good food, service and ambience. I was not happy with mandatory service charge of 18% for 5 people. This will probably prevent me from coming here again

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Malai Kofta, Paneer Tikka, Gobi Manchurian

First time here. Food was delicious. Decor is really nice as well.

We ordered the following:
1. Grilled pomfret fish - delish
2. mango lassi - decent
3. Goat curry - yummy
4. Lamb Rogan Josh - pretty good
5. Butter chicken - delish
6. Naan, butter naan and roti
7. Papdi chaat
8. Dal
9. Palak Aaloo

Overall a great pick and I will be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Karara Sabz Rolls, Dahi Papdi Chaat, Murgh Chicken Tikka, Desi Goat Curry, Samosa Chaat

The ambiance is great. Amritsari fish tikka and paneer tikka were yummy, but the butter chicken was too sweet and the butter naan was dry.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Paneer Tikka

Brilliant service and the food was fantastic!!
We had a lovely time at this restaurant. I would highly recommend this place for a family meal out.
The owner is a lovely man who came to our table himself and asked us if we need anything ?
They also have a beautiful venue for wedding and birthday parties.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Dahi Papdi Chaat, Naan Plain Butter or Garlic, Paneer Tikka, Samosa Chaat, Kulfi

I can’t recommend it enough!!
This is a lovely place with lovely staff and owner.All the dietary needs of my family members were also met.We ordered gluten free items and my daughter was absolutely fine after eating the food here.
Lovely clean restaurant and delicious food. Dal makhni, paneer dish and garlic naans to die for.
If you decide to visit this place, you will not regret it!!

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options available. Instead of naan you can eat riceJust tell the staff and you will be fine.They took a great care of us.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Dahi Papdi Chaat, Naan Plain Butter or Garlic, Paneer Tikka, Samosa Chaat