47 Best Indian Restaurants near Santa Ana

“I was looking for Indian food near me and this place caught my eye. I ordered butter chicken, a side of rice and garlic naan. The portions are really big for the price you are paying. In terms of taste, everything was completely out of the world! I will definitely be back. The service Shiv gave was also great. He was helpful in navigating the menu and giving recommendations along with checking in on us throughout the meal to make sure everything was good.“

“Royal Kyber was a place to go for great Indian cuisine in a quiet atmosphere. The recent remodel replaced the carpet with manufactured wood flooring—the impact on sound is jarring. Food and service were very good as usual, but the noise level from conversation lessened our enjoyment.“

“Indian is my wife's jam, I'm okay with it. We went here with our son for dinner and we're nicely surprised. We did family style and got a number of tasty dishes. But the crowd pleaser was the Indian pickles, which we had never had. Our server cautioned us, said they are very good, but can be spicy. We tried and really liked them as an accompaniment to our various dishes. Definitely going back.“

“Delicious food and you can tell it's made with care and Chapli kebab plate was the perfect amount of food and left me content... the rice was so good too (and its just rice i know but the way they make it is awesome).... I definitely will be reordering soon.“

“Reshmi recently provided live Dosa center at my daughter's party. Everything about the Dosa center was perfect. Our guests enjoyed it a lot. Taste, presentation and variety of Dosa's was a big hit. I would definitely recommend her for events Incase you are considering“

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

“Food delicious. Service slow depending on how you like your service. I think they were what I wanted but they reminded me more of how a lot of European servers are. Basically they take your order at the top and leave you alone unless you want them to come to you for something.
They didn't never check in but they weren't that stereotypical check on you every 5 minutes and give you constant refills and chit chat type of service you would find at a Red Robin or other American chain.
I prefer this kind of server personally but to each their own.“

“We ordered some tandoori chicken and the chicken 65, and let me tell you that the food was absolutely delicious! The flavours were wonderful and were cooked beautifully. A charmingly clean place tucked away quaintly in the block. We have found our new favourite place!“

“The food was really good. Preet was our server. He was very friendly and constantly asked us about the food. I have been here many times before. My fav is Aloo paratha, tandoori aloo, and the desert is rasmalai. Would definitely recommend you to try here“

“Chicken tikka masala, goat curry and biryani was delicious. Every dish we tried was exceptional, showcasing a high level of creativity and attention to detail. The flavors were well-balanced and unique. The service was also impeccable; the staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive without being intrusive.

It reminds more like a hometown vibes. Especially, Himalayan soup.“

“Wow, talk about flavor, hospitality and so authentic! Maast has the friendliest, attentive staff, and the food was incredible. We got the grilled tandoori masala chicken sandwhich, samosas, and korma chicken burrito. The highlight was easily the queso chips and the queso fries, you MUST get these. Can’t want to explore their whole menu.“

“food is really good . specially dosa“

“I had Rajugari Bojanam and it was really a great experience. Service was awesome“

“An Indian buffet sounded strange, but Masala Bae has excellent food for a fantastic price! All of the dishes were on point, particularly the palak paneer and chicken tikka masala. Service was great too - it's a nice touch to continuously bring hot naan to your table instead of leaving it at the buffet. Highly recommend!“

“Excellent Indian food“

“Masala Curry is a real gem of Anaheim. I get warm welcome with delicious Indian cuisine every time I visited. They provide good quality with affordable prices. I highly recommend them for dine, to-go and catering as well.“

“Best Indian Food in California, taste is amazing!!!! Hands down to chef Robs and his kitchen team also, all the other staffs are very nice. Restaurant atmosphere is killer, especially with Bollywood songs.? I would Highly recommended .“

“A man from a far country came to this restaurant, tired and hungry, and bought some Indian food. Much to his embarrassment the credit card denied the transaction. No problem, said the seller, take it and pay another time. God Bless you noble @Sandeep Kumar and your staff ברכה והצלחה בכל מעשי ידיך“

“They have really good food“

“Busy place! So it must be good! We should have got the buffet but wanted to try our favorites. Chicken tikka was ok. A little too spicy that over powered the flavor. All I could taste was salt. The opposite on the palak paneer. It did not have enough salt. Naan was awesome. Overall want to try again but will get the buffet next time. Still looking for the ultimate chicken tikka!“

“They serve authentic Hyderabadi biryani, but only on fri-sun. I tried first time and def on my next visit to Irvine I will go this place. Also , first Indian restaurant in So cal which serve rumali roti . Must go place if you are in Orange County

Vegetarian options: Hyderabadi biryani and paneer butter masala“

“Best ethnic food we’ve had:). Thank you so much!!“

“Awesome food and service. Interior decor is unique. We had a party there and everyone loved their creative drinks as well. Try their gulab jamun ice cream, paneer tikka for sure. Actually their kadi pakora was quite flavorful too. I am a vegetarian and of course they had a lot of variety for me however they have a full menu with non-veg items as well. See what stands out to you.“

“This place is a hidden gem! My family and I recently dined here and the food and the service was beyond our expectations. The service was great and very prompt. The food was made fresh and had a lot of flavor. We ordered Indo-Chinese appetizers, curry with paneer, fried rice, and butter garlic naan. Everything was excellent and the size of the naan was huge. They were very soft and served hot. The flavor in all the dishes was great. Traditionally, food at Indian restaurants is very mediocre and bland in taste. Flavors here were well balanced. And best of all, the price was very reasonable per entree. Most places charge upwards to $20 per curry entree, and provide very small quantities. Here it was around $12-$14, with good quantity. The only draw back was that this restaurant is located next to a smoke shop, and with the restaurants main door open with barely any AC working, smoke traveled inside the restaurant and it was very annoying to be in that atmosphere, especially with little kids. But the restaurant server was kind enough to keep the door closed and tried to adjust the AC unit to provide some air in an otherwise stuffy atmosphere. I would definitely recommend this place. We sure will be visiting again soon.“

“This place is amazing. Fresh food and great service!!!“

“Great food, lunch buffet, friendly people“

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

“I was there for a sangeet.. food was excellent... out of all the places i have eaten at. Food here actually tastes better“

“Finally an awesome Indian ice cream place in OC. MUST try. Yet to try all the other stuff like chat and chaat too, exciting! Owner is super nice and gave us 3 free pup cups for our puppies and of course our pups loved it?.

Parking: This place is at prime location so plenty of parking but could be challenging to find one on busy time. We went in night time and we found free parking next to the shop.“

“The curry and masala are amazing at the Fullerton location! I will be back this week for lunch. Oh, and ordering online was so easy :) thank you!!“

“My take-out experience was great. The food was still piping hot when we got it home. The portions are generous and all the food was well seasoned. I kept ooo-ing and ahhh-ing during the meal which is rare especially for take out. We ordered lentil soup, chicken soup, vegetable samosas, channa masala (curry chickpeas), garlic naan and gajar halwa (carrot dessert). Freshest tasting food I have enjoyed in a long while. I definitely want to come back for dine-in and add this to the top of our take out options list!“

“For me, new flavors. I will be back.“

“Vishnu Catering did a spectacular job at the event that I planned for ~100 people in Santa Barbara. They showed up on time, prepared, and were very professional to work with throughout the entire process. We haven't even gotten to the food yet - every single person at the event (desi and non-desi) enjoyed the food and praised the food to us. Of note, the rasmalai, double ka meetha, mutton curry, mango daal, chai, apollo fish, mango lassi, chicken tikka masala, paneer makhani, aloo gobi, and more. You can't go wrong by choosing Vishnu Catering for your event. They were a hit. Thanks Ram, for all the effort and for helping making our day so special.“

“Just ? This Place & Yummy Food!

Vegetarian options: Love Their Hydrabadi Biryani, All Varieties Of Naans, All Kinds Of Dhosas, Idli-Sambhar/Medu-Vada Combo ( South Indian Food ) + They've Indo-Chinese Food Wth 3-Options = Mild, Hot ( Hot By Taste ) & Extra ? Hot Available Too?! Their Raita ( Made Out Of Yogurt With Cut Onions/Green Chillies/Cilantro Etc Is Lovely Too, Our Favorite, As A Condiment & In Dessert RasMalai Is Good Too! )“

“We ordered and shared the Karol Bagh vegetarian thali. Found the portions to be just right. Saag Paneer, Paneer Tikka Masala and Chana Masala were served hot, and was delicious (not too spicy.) Naan melted in your mouth. Turmeric rice was also nicely cooked and complimented the curries. Best part: we got free masala chai. All this for $19 (and if you sign up as a new member with your app, you get $5 off.) BTW, Kids eat free Monday through Thursday from 4 pm to 8 pm.“

“One of the most sub standard experience! The food had all the same curry base, made from canned ingredients. The staff was unhelpful and did not care at all. The seating is narrow and cheap. The portion size of s horrible. The taste of the food is awe filling because it’s probably microwaved rather than cooked properly. Horrible experience. Stay away! There are better Indian restaurants.“

“After many days we felt that we had a proper authentic food. The service was so welcoming. We had Veggie korma with gilli naan and a must try briyani. The team is new and could feel the taste of each bite. The new owner had served many hollywood stars and had been in the business for more than 15years. We will be for sure their regular customers. To many more curries and naan.“

“Loved this spot. My favorite Pakistani restaurant so far in Orange County! Fine dining restaurant with great ambience. Food was great. Delicious, flavorful, filling Desi food. Definitely recommend the lamb chops and Chicken Karhai.“

“Went to the US for a holiday 2 years ago and still to this day talk about this restaurant! In Love!!! Amazing food, kind employees. I will be back, hopefully sooner rather than later :) yummmm“

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

“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.“

“So I was in the area and I was little hungry. Because of my diet restrictions. I was looking for something to eat. And luckily I saw this hidden gem. The moment I entered the store the The gentleman on the register welcomed me. I asked him about what can I eat he suggested me garbanzo and some fresh made tandoori oven bread. He explained me how they make fresh bread with whole wheat flour. The only make the bread after they get the orders. I was excited. When they serve my food, a little bit of onion with the tint of lemon and sprinkled spices. It smelled good. After the first bite I was blown away. I finished the food it was amazing. They're so nice that the lady at the counter ask me if I want a little bit of more garbanzo. When I was at the register I asked the gentleman if they have any ready spices to make garbanzo at home, his answer was negative but I got a pleasure to meet the chef who has 20 years of experience in cooking Indian authentic food. He was also very humble, his mustache and sense of humor reminded me of my uncle back in Egypt. It was a wonderful experience, the price was like nothing, what more can you expect. I will definitely come back to this place and recommend anybody who want to eat less oily well cooked fresh Indian food. I forgot the name of the chef So I'll call him " k " But I know the gentleman at the register his name is Amor. He and the lady up front made my visit a wonderful experience. Tenstairs for the food, five stars for the service and I'm going to visit them again next week because I have a meeting near Disneyland next week.“

“This is a hidden restaurant of authentic Indian curries and I'm sure it guarantees the most quality and flavor in the area. I had chicken marquee and vandalu combo number four and I feel healthy! If you're in Irvine, make sure you visit this place!!“

“Had the best Indian food here while traveling away from India! The chef did a superb job, and my friends and I were stuffed silly. I particularly liked the dal makhni and garlic naan, while my friend thought the lamb curry was delightful. Definitely returning on my next SoCal visit! My sister is also a fan. Can too easily pack on the pounds here! Drank a lot of their infused water too.“

“I LOvE this place! The food is fantastic and the service is fast. My favorite Indian restaurant in Orange County!“

“One of the best places for eating your curry, rice and naan. I ate in many places in So. Cal and finally ready for my review for their unique taste. You feel refreshed when eating their chicken butter masala and find it different than many places. I usually find all Indian places same taste for chicken butter masala recipe but you can feel nutty flavors in the curry.

Chicken curry was also refreshing made from home masalas, light on stomach and chicken well tendered and not hold.

Prices are also affordable to buy 2-3 curries at $15. Highly recommend stopping by if you are driving on 405 and needs something quick.“

“Very good indian food love the curries and naan is the best ive ever had!“