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    Anantara

    4.2 (287 reviews)
    PriceyIndian
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Goat biryani
    Cynthia G.

    The goat biryani was the highlight of the night. We celebrated my friend's birthday and they were sweet and brought out a cute chocolate mousse cake for her with a candle to blow out. The service is not talkative and perhaps I would love a little bit more recommendations in terms of signature dishes but they are kind and that's what made the birthday experience great :)

    Katherine D.

    Delicious upscale Indian spot in Fremont. I came with a large party and got to try a wide variety of dishes. Some of my favorites were the thattukada chicken fry, potlam biryani, and grandma's goat curry. Some of the portions can be pretty small. Otherwise, this is a great choice for a nice dinner, and the service was great.

    Malabar Black Cod
    Sheri W.

    A little pricy, a little noisy, and some slower service on a Friday night, but we were able to get in without a reservation and our meal was absolutely delicious. I'd recommend everything we ordered: Karuveppilai Shrimp (to-die-for-good) Kal Dosa Malabar Black Cod Grandma's Goat Curry Malabar Porotta (naan-like but way better) Although the interior of the restaurant is very pretty, we plan to eat outside next time to avoid some of the noise which was probably our only real complaint. We get it though -- this is a more upscale restaurant, the type where families go to celebrate special occasions. As a date-night restaurant, both the cost and the slower service are forgivable, but dining outside would be a little more peaceful. Either way, this is great South Indian cuisine.

    Drink menu
    Maddi W.

    We had the thali (shared with two of us) and it was really good, and the right amount of food. The servers were incredibly friendly and answered all of our questions. I do recommend getting there a little after opening, but not right at opening. Our reservation was at 11 and we were told the thali wouldn't be ready to order until 11:30. We were totally fine with waiting because we weren't in a rush. The restaurant is also very nicely decorated!

    Crab Podimas, $20
    Calvin C.

    Anantara is an upscale, Indian dining establishment in Fremont. We found the food to be very good, offering many items we don't typically see at Indian restaurants. We started with the crab podimas, which is a crab cake, $20. It was pretty good, flavorful and not oily. We would order this again. Then, we tried the karuveppilai shrimp, which is a grilled shrimp for $19. This was our favorite appetizer of the evening. The shrimp were large and had a good smoky flavor, but were not dry. We followed this with inji-puli lotus root, $17, which is deep fried lotus root in a tamarind sauce. We've never tried lotus root prepared in this fashion. It was good. Our final appetizer was the thattukeda chicken fry, $18. They were good, too. The pieces were crispy and not oily. It was a large portion that could feed many people. Our entree was the malabar black cod, $38. We enjoyed that, too, with one malabar porotta, which is type of bread, $6. It's like naan, but different. It seemed to be very popular item there. We plan to go back to Anantara. 5 stars!

    Goat curry
    Maddie W.

    The interior is nice and it feels elevated and romantic. However, the service was really lacking. For the price point of $20-30s+ for entrees and adding a bowl of rice for $7, the bare minimum should be water refills and asking how the food is/if we need anything. I was mid sentence saying my order and the waiter suddenly attended to the table next to us instead (they were putting two tables together). It felt odd and a little rude. Once more people came, it got really busy and the service got worse. They only have the fancy water at each table and they took it away earlier so we were really thirsty. I'd recommend putting self serve water jugs on each table to alleviate this issue. The food is flavorful and yummy, but I wasn't blown away. Maybe we didn't order the right things? Overall, the price doesn't justify the quality of service. Maybe it's a newer spot and they're still ironing out certain flows, but my partner and I didn't have a great time and will likely not come back.

    Very flavorful
    Anandita S.

    The private tasting at Anantara was a thoughtfully curated experience, beginning with the restaurant's décor, which was both welcoming and serene. The minimalist design created an atmosphere of understated elegance, allowing the focus to remain on the culinary offerings. The level of service was exemplary throughout the event: Gautam the best host. The staff demonstrated professionalism, attentiveness, and a strong understanding of pacing, contributing to a seamless dining experience. Among the dishes presented, several were particularly noteworthy. The lassi was well-balanced and refreshing, the vadas were expertly prepared with excellent texture, and the vegetarian sandwiches reflected careful attention to flavor and presentation. The podi idlis stood out for their comforting yet distinctive seasoning. One aspect that could be enhanced is the beverage program. Alcoholic options were not included, and the absence of curated tasting pairings limited the depth of the overall experience. Introducing thoughtfully selected wine pairings would further elevate future private tastings and complement the cuisine more effectively. Overall, the tasting reflected a high standard of culinary execution and service, set within a calm and elegant environment. The owner is very humble and on the floor.

    Malathy A.

    The ambiance is pretty great, it's slightly larger too. What I liked most was the presentation of each item that we got! It was unique, very innovative, and so well put together. The taste was authentic, very flavorful, and extremely well-spiced! I can't believe I don't have enough pictures of the dishes or the place, I was definitely mesmerized by everything there was to eat. We ordered quite a few dishes. I want to go back and try the thali, which is only available on weekdays. I also want to try other items on the menu because everything looked amazing. Yes, we totally looked at what other tables were eating and wanted those too haha. We ordered quite a few items, and every single dish slaps! Just delicious The appam, the fish starters, the prawn curry, and the biryani damn, everything was better than the last. We had very few leftovers and felt like pandas walking out, but it was sooo worth it. The server who took our order was very nice and courteous, and he asked us to come back for the thali and heck yeah, I want to try it! I must say, it is on the pricey side. Each dish was expensive on its own; we racked up a bill of $170 for two adults and a child, which was definitely a lot. Taste-wise, it was worth it, but I still think it's a bit much. Overall, it's definitely one of the nicer places you'd want to go to for something special. Highly recommend.

    Theresa D.

    Romantic and chic ambiance? Check. Good food? Check. Good service? Check I had the rotlam biryani with chicken and it was so much food, definitely shareable for 2-3 people. The bone was left in, so it was tricky to debone the meat since I was sitting at a two top and there wasn't much space with all our dishes. The chicken fry was sooo good and so much food. I'm still thinking about it. The cocktails were refreshing, but I think I'll try for a wine next time. This was the fanciest Indian food I've had, and it makes a great date spot. I can't wait to come back. Parking is plenty since it's in the pacific commons.

    Chicken Biryani. Epic portion.
    Jin H.

    2nd time around, so far we've tried about 8-9 different dishes and drinks and they were ALL our favorites. Every single dish hit home run. From lobster to, crabs, to chicken, goat, biryani, bread, curry, sauce, every single thing they bring to our table was not only delicious but beautifully presented. Servers recognized us and took care of us very well again. Lunch time vibe was a bit more bustling compared to night time was bit quieter like a date night vibe. +much appreciation for celebrating our best friend's bday for us. We are gonna be bringing our friends and family here for special occasions for a while!

    Potlum Biryani
    Rini R.

    We went here for lunch . The ambience is great and there is plenty of parking available. It's located in a complex with target , Ulta beauty and a lot of other shops . We ordered potlum biryani , thali and veg kizhi porotta. The biryani was too wettish for my liking , my friends took thali and veg kizhi porotta. The kizhi porotta was different from what we have tasted before , it was okay and the thali had lot of items. The portion size was really good for all the dishes . I personally didn't like taste of any of the dishes too much , but service was great. I may not return here again

    Dianna H.

    Celebrated a friend's birthday here and was surprised by how much we enjoyed the whole experience, from the ambiance to the service to the food itself. It was a very memorable meal for both of us. We made same day reservations for dinner at 6 pm on Friday and it was pretty easy. When we arrived, the first thing you notice is that it's beautifully decorated inside, with high ceilings, painted walls, and nice light fixtures. Most of the Indian restaurants I've been to are super casual, so it was nice to see a more upscale spot for once. To start, I got the watermelon fizz ($12), which was super refreshing. Would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a nonalcoholic drink. My friend got the saffron lager ($8). It was his first time trying it but he said it was as good as Taj, which he really likes. For food, we shared a couple of items and everything was a hit, which is very rare for me. We started off with the chicken fry ($17), which was perfectly flavored and fried just the right amount. Honestly I think this was the best Indian-style fried chicken I've had. I liked it much more than the typical chicken 65 I've gotten at other places. For our entrees, we had the chicken potlam biryani ($32) and the nizami paneer ($25), with a malabar porotta ($6) and kal dosa ($6) on the side. The nizami paneer was really good, but it wasn't too different from other good paneer curries I've had before. What really stood out was the chicken biryani, which is cooked and served in a banana leaf. Portions are MASSIVE and every bite is chock full of flavor. We left completely stuffed and with a ton of leftovers. Would highly recommend this spot! We're already thinking about our next visit :D

    Lamb Ghee Roast
    Laltoo B.

    Decent Kerela(Indian) cuisine in an Upscale setting. The Chicken fry was pretty decent, bit low on spices, quantity was surprisingly large. Shrimp starter was nice. For mains we had the Lamb Ghee Roast with Appam's - it was done very well, though not classic. I loved the tasty, while my friend found it to be on the sweeter side. The service is quick & friendly. Will definitely be back to try for some more stuff.

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    Authentic , everything tastes good. Surprisingly curd rice was out of world , no wonder why they priced it like biryani

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    Service was great, very helpful and respectful staff. Food was the best I've had in Fremont!

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    Went for appam but was just ok.. but other dishes were yummy and service was great. It's a beautiful place to host small get together

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    Elegant place, good food and attentive service! A rare upscale dining option that checks most boxes.

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    Ordered their cutlet and veg biryani. Cutlet was good. The biryani would barely pass as a pulao.

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    Food is good but the service was suuuuper slow the last time we went. It took almost an hour for our food to arrive.

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    We had a fish with a tamarind flavor and a goat dish. Both were delicious. We would like to go back.

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    Ask the Community - Anantara

    Is there a lunch buffet?

    We do Thali and Al a carte .

    Is it Kid Friendly?

    Yes

    Can I bring wine ? Cork charges?

    Yes . $25 per bottle

    Are there meat non-spicy dishes?

    Yes, it's not that spicy for Indian standards and you can always ask for an American medium of mild.

    Can I bring my own cake for a birthday celebration? And is there an additional fee for cake ? Thanks

    Yes

    Is the meat halal?

    Yes, all the meat we serve is halal. Please feel free to reach out if you have any other questions!

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    Delhi 6

    Delhi 6

    4.5
    (76 reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    VEGETARIAN MENU: We had a guest visiting us who was vegetarian, so we ordered a full vegetarian…read moremeal. It was nice to try new dishes instead of our usual butter chicken every time. As usual, the food was full of flavor, and the curries were rich and creamy without being too oily. What we ordered: + Punjabi Kadhi with Pakora - the curry had a tangy flavor and the pakora were like dumplings. Very delicious. + Malai Kofta - these were like "meatballs" made of paneer and potatoes in a creamy tomato-y gravy. Yum. + Shahi Navratan Korma - cauliflower, peas, and cubes of cheese in a creamy, tomato-y gravy. One of our favorites. + Jadhpuri Onion Kachori - spicy, crispy, pastry stuffed with a delicious mixture of onions and potatoes. It was about the size of a donut. Great as an appetizer. + Lachcha Paratha - buttery flat bread with a spiral shape. + Roti (whole wheat) - a nice alternative to our usual naan. It's similar to naan but not as fluffy. We enjoyed their vegetarian dishes. So many of the dishes don't have descriptions so it's hard to decide what to order. Now we have lots of new dishes to include in our "favorites".

    Always excited to try North Indian restaurant, not that many that I re-order from.. randomly…read moreordered to-go from here on Doordash. Tried their dhaba chicken and chicken boti kebab. The boti kebab was dry and I didn't enjoy it at all. But the reason for my 4 stars is the dhaba chicken - the curry hit the spot and it will make me a repeat customer. I am also excited to try some veg options that other reviewers have deemed good - esp the chhole kulche. Will also try for a dine-in here sometime.

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    Garlic and mint naan, butter chicken, ghee jeera rice, chai tea, and the mint chutney.
    Garlic and mint naan, butter chicken, ghee jeera rice, chai tea, and the mint chutney.
    Chole Kulcha
    Chole Kulcha
    Delicious Delhi 6 Lamb Curry & Chicken Malabar & kulcha bread

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    Pakwan Restaurant

    Pakwan Restaurant

    3.7
    (1.2k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    The food was absolutely amazing and definitely the highlight of our visit. Every dish was full of…read moreflavor and worth the trip. The restaurant was very busy, which likely explains why the service felt a little lacking. The ordering system wasn't my favorite. It felt rushed and not very inviting, almost like a cafeteria or galley-style experience rather than a sit-down restaurant. I was also surprised that no one asked about our preferred spice level. Even with those shortcomings, the quality of the food more than made up for it, and I'd still come back for another meal.

    When I drive from the Deep South Bay to Fremont for dinner there's usually a good reason. And that…read moregood reason is usually Pakwan. The delicious marinated meat, curry, garlic naan and .... daal. And this from a guy who doesn't usually like daal. At least not OTHER people's daal, this was excellent. I ordered too much food expecting to take a bunch home. We ate it all. The service isn't much-Order at the cashier, take the puck, pick up the food at the pass through counter when the puck buzzes. Get your own water, napkins, and table service near the counter. The building looks like an old burger barn with light remodeling and paint work. It can get crowded with Pakwan's regulars so stake out a table when you arrive. Good news is you are here for the food and that's top notch, authentic North Indian Pakistani food. Enjoy. Pricing in attached menu pix

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    Tandoori BBQ
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    Karachi Goat Curry

    Anantara - indpak - Updated August 2026

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