Simplified version - good quality food, solid portion sizes, and a really comfortable "community vibe". -- longer version below -- The food is great! The butter chicken is my favorite, I know it's the most basic b Indian food but everything I've tried has been awesome. Sangeetha's cooking has made me ok with trying some vegetarian food when I thought I'd never like any non meat-centric dish. Swing by, try something new or enjoy something old. Relevant - it's not super spicy, but that's ok to me, it's more accessible to people that might be turned off by excessive spice - I have some scorpion pepper powder that I add to bring the heat, and it doesn't hurt the flavor that I've come to love. They're not open Mondays, but hey - she deserves time off! A suggestion if I may - grab an extra bowl of butter chicken alongside whatever else you get, and throw a fried egg or two on top the next morning for breakfast. DOES NOT HAVE BANANAS! As a professional simian that is of note, but not a negative ;) There are random snacks I've never seen before, I've tried a few and have been happy with what I've sampled. The bottles of mango lassi are super tasty and for me, it helps my heartburn. read more

AniKri Foods - TWO THUMBS UP (even though you can only see one) - Indian Near Me - Cypress, California

Original review: I am South Asian myself, but I was not overwhelmed by the food. I felt like it was just fine. I could've cooked it at home. I probably will not be returning, but it wasn't bad. I think non-south Asians would really like it. Edit: I was going to delete my review, but I got a private message from the owner with a ton of attitude, asking me to take this down, but I don't feel like that's ethical. I don't think three stars is bad. So just to restate. The food is not bad. But I'm not going to take this review down because I don't feel like it's appropriate for the owner to message you privately with an attitude and try to strong-arm you into taking down the review. I have left plenty of reviews about restaurants in Little India, and not once as anybody messaged me with the tone that you have used with me. So I'm leaving it up. Live and learn. Edit: I got a notification that the owner continued to add to her comment, so to answer her questions, I don't remember what I got because it was several months ago, but I remember that it was just okay. It wasn't bad but your approach to dealing with your customers is. I don't think that Yelp has the option of messaging people so you can come at them with a shitty attitude and strong-arm them into trying to change their review. You're honestly just making yourself look worse. read more

My first time today, not in OC very often, but this will definitely be a new staple of mine! The owner was so nice walking me through the entire menu and how she makes things. Informing me about the bases of the sauces. I ended up going with a two protein combo, butter chicken & goat curry, golly they were so frickin' good! Please come by, this place is so clean, bright energy, and lovely food. :) read more

Meh. The curries were not bad but they microwave their naans. So it comes out piping hot but very soggy and by the time it cools a little, it's hard and chewier than beef jerky. Disappointing. read more

This spot has delicious Indian comfort food with a variety of options including healthy vegan options. The portions are really big and hearty as well. The chef was super nice and even allowed us to try a few samples before purchase. There's a small table for sit down meal but seems like many people order take out. The food comes out hot and fresh and quickly. The cabbage masala was delicious and had a yummy savory tomato flavor. It was quite spicy for me but tolerable and doesn't take away from the yummy flavor. Parking is very easy to find in the lot. No public restroom available. read more

AniKri Foods - Indian Near Me - Cypress, California

What a hidden gem, hiding under my nose for almost a year before I realized what wonders were awaiting within! :) AniKri is a small family owned and operated Indian takeout restaurant, with wonderful Mrs. Sangeetha at the helm creating fresh authentic South Indian recipes each day! From Butter Chicken (both my kids love it), to Lamb Korma (I really enjoyed this one, bone-in, but that's where the flavor and tenderness hides), along with many vegetarian dishes as well - their cauliflower and peas masala was so tasty and flavorful! If you haven't been here yet then you really owe it to yourself to stop in. Even more so if you're new to Indian cuisine as this is the perfect family friendly environment to test the waters in. When my brought my son in the last time they were more than happy to let him try samples of everything they were offering that day to help him select what he liked the most. It may have created a monster though, as he woke up and had the remaining Butter Chicken for breakfast before school. ;) We will certainly be returning, and I hope to see you there as well. :) read more

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I'm so glad I found this spot during my annual trip OC! They serve some of the best Indian food with a focused menu that rotates every day, giving you reason to come back over and over to try everything that they offer. Not sure what you want? Chef Sangeetha makes you feel welcome as soon as you enter the store, offering samples to any new face that walks in or anyone who seems unsure of what they'd like to order. It's clear that she has a lot of pride in what she puts out. All recipes are her own/are passed down from her family and the taste & quality speaks for itself. On my first visit, my partner and I dined in for lunch on a Sunday and got two lunch plates; the food was so good that we were tempted to take an a-la-carte order of curry to-go even though I had planned an extensive food list for the rest of my trip. While I managed to hold off the first time, we actually came back a few days later craving some more Butter Chicken which rotated back onto the menu later in the week on Friday LOL. When we came in on Friday around 4:00 PM we saw a tent and seats setup outside the store front. Curious, we asked Chef Sangeetha if there had just been a catering event or a party that happened. That's when we learned that they sometimes host live cooking events of Friday nights from 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM where a chef will cook a rotating dish to-order right in front of you. That night, they were hosting an event and serving Kothu Parotta with veg/egg/chicken options, something I or my partner had never seen or heard of before but our interest was piqued. We decided to leave and came back around 6:00 PM for the live event and are so glad we made that decision. The Chicken Kothu Parotta was unlike any other Indian dish we had had before. It had addictive texture, almost risotto like, along with a strong fragrance and burst of flavors from the smoky wok hei, freshness from herbs, spices, raw onions, & tomatoes, and bright raita. All the flavors danced together in harmony. I encourage everyone to stop by and support this small business, especially during their live event nights. Follow their IG to see when these are happening and what the featured dish of the evening is. If you attend, come early before the line forms. Since each dish is cooked live and made to order it can get quite busy once the aunties and uncles come around, which we started to see around 6:30 PM. Needless to say, I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in OC! read more

AniKri Foods - Combo plates: Butter Chicken & Cilantro Chicken Curry (front). Lamb Korma & Mixed Veg Daal (back) - Indian Near Me - Cypress, California

A great place for takeout Indian food. The place is small but very clean...definitely for takeout although there is a large table in front of the counter. Food: delicious and they give you a good amount (had leftovers) Price: very affordable Service: she was very kind, friendly, and helpful Can't wait to go back and try their other dishes! read more

Tried this place for the first time after seeing it on Facebook and yelp of course. It did not disappoint. Service was great. So polite and friendly. Nice, clean spot. I ordered the butter chicken and shrimp masala. Did the plate that came with rice as well. So much food I couldn't finish it but it was delicious. Yes the menu changes with the specials each day so I'll be back to try something new next time. read more

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This place is for sure a hidden gem. My husband and I tried it for the first time today and we were so impressed. We both love Indian food and usually drive to the Cerritos "Little India" area when we're craving it, but this place is honestly awesome and I'm so glad we tried it. The food was fresh, flavorful. It is different from the Indian food we normally get (in the best way). I've never had this type/style of Indian food before. I ordered the Okra Masala and it was so good. They also have a rotating menu, which makes me even more excited to come back and try more dishes. On top of that, the restaurant is super clean, and the owner is incredibly sweet and welcoming. You can tell they really care about quality and We'll definitely be back soon, and I'm already planning what to try next! read more

They have a daily rotating menu (check their website). Take out is a better option for this place. They had one table. It's akin to a quick serve Chinese restaurant where they give you rice, garlic naan, plus the items of your choice. They had 3 vegetarian curries and 3 meat curries when I went today. I was offered samples befoee deciding. I chose the goat curry and the eggplant curry. Both the perfect amount of spicy and spiced properly. The foods I tried today were excellent and I'll be back to try more in the future. read more

First time trying this place and I have to say delicious! Place looks clean and staff members are very polite. Definitely coming back soon very happy I gave this place a try. read more

AniKri Foods - They mentioned they change the menu, my plate had chicken. - Indian Near Me - Cypress, California

I asked my girlfriend to pick up some food from Anikri so we could try Indian food for the first time. The owner was super welcoming she let her sample a few things, helped her figure out what she liked, and gave great recommendations too. The chicken curry, lamb curry, and the cilantro curry were all fantastic especially mango lassi was great I recommend you guys run there and try it out it's definitely worth every buck! read more

Forgot to take pictures of the food but everything we tried was delicious. We got a few combos as take out and served the food family style so everyone got a chance to taste and try different things. read more

A social media post came up in my feed about it, so I thought I'd try it out. Everything was delicious with great flavor, and the rice was cooked perfectly. The Naan was just the right amount of chew without being dry. For a fast Indian meal, you can't ask for more. read more

AniKri Foods - Butter chicken, goat/lamb curry, naan, samosa - Indian Near Me - Cypress, California

South Indian here and I have to say -- Anikri Foods in Cypress (LB-adjacent) is the real deal for very traditional regional South Indian cuisine. It's very different than north Indian and what you'll find at any of the restaurants in Long Beach. Please show Anikri Foods some love -- support a local, woman-owned, immigrant-owned small business serving up the most delicious traditional South Indian food I've tasted in SoCal. But the food is just part of what makes this place special- Today, I brought my four kids in for lunch and had the complete pleasure of meeting the owner and chef, Sangeetha. Sangeetha radiates warmth and strength, and since I'm nosy and don't meet other South Indians often we became quick friends. Once I heard her story, I couldn't stop thinking about it, I knew I had to share it. Sangeetha, is a shining example of resilience and heart -- a single mom, widow, and South Indian woman who is truly living the American dream through sheer grit, talent, and love. She was once a brilliant biochemist, living what she described as "a golden life" here in the U.S. with her husband and two sons. But 8 years ago, her husband was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. For 5 years she juggled full-time work, caretaking, and parenting. Three years ago, he passed away -- and she found herself alone in a foreign country with two children to raise. Returning to India wasn't an option -- the life of a widow there would have been unbearable. So she stayed. After one particularly hard day at work, missing her husband and kids, she had a moment of clarity: she would pour her grief, strength, and love into her side hustle -- cooking for her local community. She quit her job and went all in on her dream. Here's what we tried: Goat Curry - My personal favorite. Deeply flavorful, tender meat that melts in your mouth. Shrimp Masala - My 5-year-old couldn't stop eating this! It's spicy, tangy, and packed with curry leaf goodness. Butter Chicken - Unlike the creamy versions you might expect, this is the real South Indian-style dish: warm spices like star anise and cloves, with a nostalgic depth that took me right back to Tamil Nadu summers as a kid. She sells batters and chutneys to go and are ready for pickip- dosas batter, idli batter, sambar, tomato, mint/cilantro chutney, coconut chutney -- all of it was perfection. I picked up an assortment and had dinner covered for our family of 6 the next day. The kids were asking for seconds and thirds. COOL FACT: There is no Menu! The food changes daily and is fresh! And they host 1-2 times a month a dosa stand out front made to order You'll leave with a full belly and a full heart. read more

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Always been wanting to try this place as it's about a mile from me. Having this place down the street makes getting Indian food a lot easier instead of driving to Artesia for takeout. The owner was helpful and the place was really clean. Not only was there hot fresh food, but various market items. She gave samples and said everything is made with organic products. The food was fresh, not heavy, and not oily. We will definitely go here again. Great local Indian place with a really friendly owner! read more

A MUST TRY!!!! Don't sleep on this place...... the BEST Indian food you will ever have!!!! Even better than your mom's food..... hahaha I have tried almost everything and it's all been so delicious!! Food is fresh, customer service is amazing and atmosphere very clean. read more

Wow! This is my new go to spot for lunch. I love the rotating menu choices. Sangeetha, the chef/owner will definitely make sure you have a delicious meal! I don't really like Vegan cuisine, however, the two dishes she made me try made my mouth water with deliciousness. Highly Recommended! read more

Great food and service also They close on Monday I try chicken curry and pepper and I paid for decent portion $20 read more

Can understand why there are so many reviews of empty bowls on this page. They do the menu every day and today I had channa masala. I am not vegetarian. Also licked my plate clean. Best replacement for a hot soup, for it was filled with hot spices, and still only mild as advertised. Please go out of your way to support this new restaurant and lovely staff read more

AniKri Foods - empty food continer because it was delish - Indian Near Me - Cypress, California

"Comfortable home cooked food" is how I would describe this place. Overall, I have been here more than 5 times and tried multiple dishes. I would say that the lamb and goat curries are my favorite. Spice level always varies, but theres always a small kick. I highly appreciate how the lady worker provided samples like an introductory cultural experience to South Indian cuisine, especially when the usual favorite dishes are not on the menu. read more

I have a new place to add to my rotation of favorite spots in Cypress! Brought my parents and we really enjoyed our experience. I only comment on service if it's outstanding or terrible because food is my main focus, but AniKri had excellent service. The woman who took our order (who I believe is the owner) warmly greeted us and explained the menu items of the day. She even offered us samples, which helped my mom choose a dish that was the right spice level for her. My dad loves goat but it wasn't on the menu, so she let us know we can find the specials online. My dad and I both ordered the lamb and veggie plate special (my dad got lentils and I got the veggie korma). My mom ended up getting the chicken stew she tried as a sample as a bowl. We also all got samosas. One thing I really loved is how they are very enthusiastic about explaining their dishes and helping customers find something they would like without compromising their flavors. The lamb was a bit spicy for my mom, but they explained it wouldn't be the same dish without the heat. They also explained how they do bone in lamb for more flavor. We all ended up loving our dishes. Everything was spiced to perfection and had a very homey taste. You could see them prepping the ingredients in the background so you knew it was fresh. A few notes to keep in mind: -As mentioned above, they really care about the integrity and flavor of their dishes. Just keep in mind that you will not be able to adjust the flavor/spice levels so it's good if you're flexible. -My mom has a low spice tolerance, so some things were a little spicy for her but the chicken stew was. I LOVE spicy food and the lamb had a slight glow but was more spiced than spicy to me. I feel like most people with an average spice tolerance will be fine, but if you have a low spice tolerance, you might find some things spicy. -The menu rotates every day so check out their website for the daily specials. -Most people seem to do takeout but there are two small tables. -No public bathroom Overall, really glad there is a South Indian option in Cypress now. Great food, great service, and a great family-owned spot to support. I will definitely be back! read more

AniKri Foods - Lamb and veggie korma - Indian Near Me - Cypress, California

food was so bomb, so authentic, and soooo fresh. genuinely amazing and the owner Sangeeta is so kind and will definitely help you to pick the right dish for you since the menu changes everyday. read more

AniKri Foods - fresh dosa and amazing Tomato Chutney - Indian Near Me - Cypress, California

Drove by a bunch of times. Too many times. Finally went in and ordered lunch. I'm mad at myself for waiting so long. This food is fantastic. They don't have a menu because they make different dishes all the time. That means the food is FRESH, which was evident when I started eating. I had the pepper chicken curry. The flavors were so rich and complex. I could taste the love that was put into this meal. The service was also top notch. A very kind person gave me all the info I needed. Stop reading this and go in there! Eat! read more

Heck yes! I love Indian food, I've been a fan for many years, But I thought I had to go to Little India near Cerritos/Artesia for some good Indian food. I've been looking for a place I could go to get my Indian food fix. Sangeetha is awesome. Super friendly, and she specializes in south India dishes but she has a different experience every day. So you know she's sharing the love from home. I had the goat and chicken curry with rice and Garlic Naan I took one bite the the next thing I realized was I sucked it down. Spices and herbs were perfect. I'm definitely going to go back for more and excited I found this place close to home it's a definite must try. I've been all over the country and world this was the best goat curry I have ever had. No joke read more

It's a small takeout restaurant with minimal seating, featuring an open kitchen where you can catch a glimpse of the cooking process. The owner is incredibly sweet and greeted me warmly when I walked in. She seemed very knowledgeable about the menu and offered some great recommendations. I tried the Manchurian and pepper chicken--both were perfectly spiced and full of flavor. While I typically eat mild food and avoid overly spicy dishes, these reminded me of comforting homemade meals. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the Manchurian was crispy without being greasy. The curries had a bit of oil, but noticeably less than what I've seen at other restaurants. I'd definitely visit again, and if you enjoy flavorful food with a well-balanced spice level, I highly recommend giving them a try. It would be great if they offered a made-to-order breakfast menu, and I'd love to see gulab jamun added as a dessert option. read more

I visited AniKri tonight and I thoroughly enjoyed my selection. I am a vegan and cannot tolerate spicy food. The chef/owner was nice to offer a sample of both vegan entree options, telling me in advance which was more spicy. I decided that I liked both and ordered a 2-item veggie plate (mixed veg dal & black eyed peas masala). I also ordered the samosa and dal vada, both of which I enjoyed. She also alerted me that the naan was not vegan, however the homemade roti is--the roti was fantastic. I don't eat Indian food often, yet knowing that AniKri is close to home and so delicious, eating more Indian food is definitely in my future. Thank you for your kindness, honesty and delicious food. I will be back. read more

The food is absolutely delicious. I was looking for quick and easy Indian food and stumbled upon this place. The staff is very friendly, they let me sample a few of their curries, and they were all delicious. The spices were on par with food I've had in sit down Indian restaurants. Frankly, the lamb curry was better than what I'd had in a fancy restaurant. Delicious food made by kind people. I'll definitely be back to try as many of their dishes as I can. read more

I love this place so much, I live walking distance and I try to stop myself from having it everyday. The rotating menu keeps you craving all things curry . I enjoy my interaction with the owner/chef every-time I come in and she lets me sample the curry's of the day, so I am able to decide what curry is best for my tastebuds. The restaurant is clean and cozy. Please come to AniKri it's different and the portions are perfect. read more

Very sweet staff. The food was amazing. Really looking forward to this new place. Menu changes daily as well. read more

AniKri Foods - Indian Near Me - Cypress, California

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Great food. I always look forward to hearing what they have on the menu because it's so unique. They occasionally have issues with their online ordering system so don't be afraid to call or stop by if it says you can't pick up today. read more

Excellent service. A wide variety of veg and non veg options with quick service. The food is great and not overpowering. It's done just right. They even sell dosa batters so you can make food at home. Try a combo #5 and you get a choice of 2 rotis or 1 naan. The appertizers are also tasty. The samosas and spring rolls are yummy. read more

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BEFORE READING THIS REVIEW, I am not being biased toward this restraunt because my friend's mom works there and is the owner. I am writing this through real experience and taste. Anikri is the best Indian food place throughout Cypress. Wonder why it's rated 5 stars! (Like i don't know how good it is.) When we walked in, the owner recognized me the minute she saw me. With a smile, she served us with positivity and love for her job. I even saw my friend! Service, 10/10. The food is just like their service. I got the butter chicken with rice and garlic nan. The butter chicken had flavor. LOTS OF IT! Not to spicy, just perfect. It's like they put it at the exact amount to bring flavor to hungry stomachs. Don't make a mistake with the rice. Mix it up with the butter chicken, and you have a complete meal! (Dong dong, eat it up, eat it well, and mix it up!) The Nan was out of this world! The garlic added flavor and a sense of yumminess.. food, TEN OUT OF TEN ONCE AGAIN!! I will definitely be coming back here because they make the BEST INDIAN FOOD IN ALL OF CYPRESS! read more

Was feeling under the weather and wanted some comfort food. Safe to say I was able to fulfill that craving. Delicious food, great service and loved the home feeling the owner provides. If it's your first time, she (the owner) explains the dishes and lets you sample before committing to a specific dish. Garlic flat bread is devine. Definitely will be returning. read more

Great service, great food but spicy. Small mom & Pop store in strip mall by 7/11 on lincoln & denni. Try it, you"ll like it.

The menu changes everyday! The chef also gives you samples. I came here wanting some butter chicken, but didn't realize the menu changes everyday. This is authentic Indian food and it's so good! Today she had mix veggie chicken korma and I never had it, but it was amazing! The chef was so cute and she was so respectful and nice! I will be definitely coming back here for my Indian food fix. She was also making fresh roti! How amazing is that! read more

Friendly owner. Good food in the south Indian tradition. The coconut chutney was great. Really enjoyed their goat curry and korma. Note that you can't really customize your spiciness level, but the heat felt very manageable. The menu changes every day; I wish there were an easier way to see what's available without calling in. It is a bummer not being able to reliably just order some staples in a consistent way, but this is a great place to be introduced to new dishes. read more

I have been buying batters and chutneys from Sangeetha since she was catering from home My family loves South Indian food and are happy to have a South Indian restaurant in Cypress Sangeetha has poured her heart into this venture and very well deserves to succeed Great food. Great service. I'll highly recommend this restaurant to everyone Try it once and you're sure to keep coming back..!! read more

I ate at AniKri Foods yesterday, and wow -- the food was packed with flavor! Everything was so delicious that I ended up ordering more to take home for dinner. You can really tell they put love into every dish. Highly recommend if you're looking for bold, flavorful food that leaves you wanting more! read more