Food is delicious. From the minute you walk in you can smell all of the delicious spices. I've been here several times and have had: - Biryani - Curry - Vindaloo Typing this as I wait for my dinner. Give this place a try... Enjoy! read more

We were craving some Indian food and came across this place on DoorDash, so we decided to give it a try. We ordered the chicken korma, palak paneer, lamb vindaloo, and garlic naan. Everything was delicious and arrived nice and warm, ready to eat--no reheating needed! We ordered everything spicy, but surprisingly, we didn't find the dishes very spicy at all. The prices are a little on the higher side for Indian food, especially considering the portions weren't very big. Overall, though, we really enjoyed everything we ordered and thought the food was delicious! read more

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*Great atmosphere, a good balance between fancy airbnb vibes and family style furniture **Amazing tandoor and spicy dishes ***The service are very attentive and welcoming ****Very accessible and commendable Indian joint - Some dishes could be a hit or miss but I really recommend to try the tandoor and curry dishes read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Mixed Tandoor - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

Okay, so, let's get the bad part out of the way. I placed an online order via their website and waited the approximated time, and then headed to the restaurant. I was immediately dismayed to learn that the order wasn't received. It's at that point that the manager (who I should note was extremely apologetic and showed a hospitality-first spirit of friendliness) comes over and lets me know that 1. Something is up with their website and 2. They'll get to work on my order and that it'll take 15-20 minutes. I was pretty grumpy and decided to go for a walk while I waited. So, why did I review them 4/5 stars, and how did they save the situation? By the time I came back, the manager let me know he added a free order of samosas and rice pudding to my order. Free food, who am I to complain about that? He said they needed an additional five minutes, so he proceeded to hand me a complimentary bottle of water. How's that for good service? I did one more round around the block, and when I returned my food was ready. He even offered to help me walk the two bags of food to my car! Food I ordered: Tandoori chicken; rice pilaf; lamb curry; onion and coconut naan; aloo matar (peas and potato in a red sauce). Everything was amazingly flavorful, and the tandoori chicken was the juiciest chicken I've ever had. The food being so good alone could make me forget everything that happened. TL;DR: Mistakes happen, but it's how you recover that matters. Shoutout to them for going the extra mile to make me want to come back. Also, it looks like the order feature direct from their website is unreliable, so be sure to order from DoorDash! read more

Yummmmm First time coming to Annapurna and ordered 3 main dishes to bring and eat at home! Spent $60 and felt like it was worth it! Salmon curry was good, never had it before and I'm glad I went out of my way to try it. It has a lighter flavor profile in comparison to the tikka masala but that isn't a bad thing! Chicken Tikka was very good and great flavor and seasoned well and not overly creamy. I wish they used chicken thighs over chicken breast but - it's only cuz I'm a dark meat gal when it comes to chicken. Palak Paneer was tasty! Good amount of seasoning and flavor - overall happy! A big basmati rice came with the dishes and the garlic naan was good - not as spectacular as some might suggest but definitely good if you prefer naan over rice! The gulab jamun was a perfect ending! It's like a fried donut hole bathed in simple syrup and there's no complaints here! Definitely will be a returning customer and highly recommend for an Oakland Indian restaurant! The interior vibe was nice and the server was kind and polite even though it was a takeout order. read more

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Amazing food and service. Would recommend to dine in, the decorations are so good. We had the Aloo Matar and Chicken Tikka Masala with Onion and Garlic Naan. They also gave us free dessert it was so sweet. read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

We love their momo! Friendly, wonderful service and super chill welcoming atmosphere. The food is always on point. Really stand out dishes: aloo bhanta and butter chicken!! read more

A hidden gem! I've passed by this location a few times on the way to work and finally I decided to visit here for lunch with a friend. I had to try the Butter Chicken, which is my favorite Indian dish. It did not disappoint!! It was hot, fresh, seasoned and spiced perfectly. I opted for "medium spice level", which was okay, but next time I may try the next level to experience a bit more tingle. The garlic naan was also delicious, fresh and hot. Service was good and the waitress was very kind, pleasant and answered our questions about the dishes. I will absolutely visit here again and if you enjoy Indian food, I would recommend you check this place out! read more

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Food is delicious. Had the goat curry, very tender, flavorful and good spice. The service was excellent, attentive but not overbearing. Inside is very nice with wonderful decor. read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Goat curry, rice and veggie samosa. - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

Perfect intimate date night place to go to at the time we went it was Friday after work and it was very nice clean and quiet. we ordered chicken, tiki masala and garlic naan. Everything was nice and fresh and the naan was very soft like a pillow. I highly recommend this place. The owner was super sweet and came by and talked with us. read more

We ordered take out from here. It's probably been a year since our last visit. Food is still tasty but somehow the dishes felt healthier - less greasy and heavy which we appreciated. Basmati rice was a bit dry, but everything we ordered had sauce so that was the fix. Spice levels were on point with what we requested and were as expected. Palak paneer could've had a few more pieces of cheese, as the amount was sparse. Butter chicken and lamb vindaloo were good. read more

Very much enjoyed the food and our service was wonderful. Highly recommend you give it a try.

Varying levels of success in the dishes for my taste. I swapped out CTM for the butter chicken based on some of the reviews I saw on here. That was probably a mistake Coconut chicken I would give 4 stars. Solid flavor had a very minimal amount of heat ordered "spicy" I hadn't had a coconut curry before. Enjoyable dish for sure. Butter Chicken I would give 1.5 stars. Bluntly put it was a watery mess that had barely any flavor. Chicken Biryani. I guess 3 stars. Nothing super off putting,but in comparison to every other biryani I've eaten it had very little flavor. Both Naans were passable but nothing amazing. If a friend wanted to eat here I would go and order coconut chicken. Outside of that I don't think I would order/stop in again. They wanted me to use their website which I completely understand. (I want to help them keep money in house as well) They may want to look into pricing either on delivery apps or their own website. For 3 dishes and 2 naans. The price difference was almost 20 dollars more to use Annapurnas website versus a delivery service. read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Coconut Chicken, Butter Chicken - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

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This is definitely a hole in the wall place - doesn't look much from the outside, but the interior design, food, and customer service is chef's kiss. The interior design of this place is very unique and feels very homey. It's not your regular, modern design, but the warmth feeling definitely adds to the entire dining experience. In terms of the food, the chicken tikka masala and garlic naan are so good - very addicting, wished it was two times larger in portion size. The garlic naan was crispy and flavorful, pretty much my favorite dish there. read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Chicken Tikka Masala, Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

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We order the Tika masala, chicken curry, chicken kebab, naan bread. It taste very fresh and came out very quick thank you for your wonderful hospitality. Raj will definitely be back soon. read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

Hidden Gem in Downtown Oakland! Passing through late at night on my way to Napa, I stumbled upon this lovely spot downtown--and I'm so glad I did! I ordered the tandoori chicken with grilled veggies, a side of their infamous garlic naan, and a bowl of lentil soup that was amaaaaazzzing! The ambiance transported me straight back to my travels through the secret corners of Jaipur--warm, cultural decor that's beautifully understated and inviting. The service was prompt and genuinely kind, even though it was late. If you're anywhere near downtown Oakland, do yourself a favor and stop here. Great food, great vibe, and a true hidden treasure worth discovering again and again. read more

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Super friendly staff with some of the best Nepalese food in Oakland! Love this neighborhood gem. We were celebrating a birthday and they even brought a complimentary dessert. This has been a quality spot since I found it 5 years ago! read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Dessert - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

I've never had Nepalese food before but it's very similar to Indian food (I didn't know this). Coconut chicken curry was amazing. It came with rice and was so flavorful! Garlic naan was perfectly garlicky and doughy. Service was great too! Definitely will be back! read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Catering Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

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Came here to eat dinner with my friends who were visiting town. Delicious food even better customer service!!!! Definitely will be coming back. read more

This spot is a hidden gem in downtown Oakland. Our group of four had the kabocha squash fritters, salmon tandoori, saag paneer, lentil soup, raita, naan and two kinds of rice. All were excellent but the salmon was over the top. Two very large, moist filet cooked perfectly in the tandoori, a medley of vegetables and herbs. The paneer was a flavor explosion: so much spinach, delicate flavor. So delicious. Service was perfect and gracious. Attentive but not hovering. They even have a full bar! Our little group will definitely return. read more

Very delicious food, I'm a frequent customer as the taste and quality of products are always top notch ! Love the quiet peaceful atmosphere and very friendly staff ! read more

I can't even begin to describe the flavor explosion in my mouth when I ate thier momos. It was like my tongue and tummy were dancing because it was sooooo good. Ordered their lamb kormo-devoured it! Made me wish I had a second stomach so I could keep eating! Ordered their Himalayan Snow cocktail-strong and delicious (highly recommend). Very happy to have discovered this place. read more

The goat curry was great. The rosemary naan, chefs kiss, and the chicken momo was spectacular! Im new to the area and I just found my go to Indian Food spot! read more

Service was really great here! Ambiance was nice and peaceful and to top it off the food was amazing! I recommend the butter chicken and rice pudding ! 10/10! read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Bar Area - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

Located at the corner of 10th & Clay, I've walked past this place many times and opted to have lunch here with a colleague. As shown in the photo, this place serves Indian and Nepalese Cuisine. The Chai tea is decent, the interior decor clean and fresh with a gorgeous bar and a pleasant vibe excellent for one on one conversations. For appetizers, we tried the mixed Nepalese dumplings (chicken, lamb and vegetarian) or Momo. They are served with a tomato based sauce and were excellent. For the main course, I had the chicken Marsala which tasted delicious. For lunch, this place is a tad pricier costing $80 for 2 after tip but you'll leave filled up. Excellent and friendly service. Would come here again. read more

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Annapurna is a true hidden gem inside Swan's Market. The food is incredible -- we loved the momo, palak paneer, and lamb tikka masala (that sauce was unreal ). The owner, Raj, was so welcoming and shared the stories behind the space, which made the experience even better. Cozy spot, generous portions, and the kind of place you can't wait to come back to. read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Chicken Momo, Lamb Tikka Masala, Palak Paneer, Basmati Rice, Garlic Naan, Mango Lassi - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

Came by mid afternoon on a weekday to an empty restaurant, minus the occasional DoorDash driver pick up. The restaurant has a cute vibe with the tablecloths and cushioned chairs. Mixed momo - first time trying momo! Chicken has the most flavor, lamb was very meaty, and the vegetable one was pretty solid. Vegetable korma - loved the variety of vegetables included, flavor was also great. Goat curry - first time trying! Definitely had a distinct taste, similar to how lamb does as well. Interesting flavor, personally not my preference but my boyfriend really enjoyed. Garlic naan - has a crunch but still fluffy inside! Tandoori roti - was expecting a fluffier version, this was more like thin cracker texture. Still yummy to pair with curries! Parking is metered street parking in the area. Not too hard to find a spot! read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Mixed momo - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

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I wrote down the place name after vacationing here specifically to leave this review. My husband and I ran across it randomly looking for somewhere for dinner. We walked in due to the smell after the first place we looked at was unexpectedly closed. Imagine my surprise when I had the best samosas of my life and a delicious curry. The portions were also great, the service was great, and my husband loved his food too. PLUS, the price was reasonable. Absolutely 10/10 for everything. read more

Excellent curry, nanny, dessert and service. Service was very attentive and kind. Enjoyed the experience and food from beginning to end. Will definitely be a repeat customer! read more

One of the best food spots in downtown. Great for a later night quick meal that is delicious, light and filling. The staff are extremely friendly and professional, so this place is also been great for dining in too. They also play some very fantastic Nepalese music, so it's a pleasant experience even waiting a few minutes for food. Been eating here for years, cannot recommend enough. read more

Absolutely amazing experience! The food was packed with flavor, and every dish tasted fresh, authentic, and perfectly seasoned. You can really tell that a lot of care goes into the food and every bite was delicious. I will definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for authentic, flavorful Indian cuisine! There are so many Indian restaurants around the Bay Area, so it was hard to make a decision, but glad I went with this place. I came with my family of six for Father's Day and everybody loved the meal. read more

I decided to get food here based on someone from the UK stating on a review this was on a par with the amazing Indian food we get there. Whomever wrote that needs to go to the local consulate and surrender their passport immediately because blimey they were wrong. This isn't even good by local standards. The Butter Chicken curry we ordered was tasty enough, nothing special but the sauce was split and left a watery mess in the bottom of the bowl making the rice soupy and unpleasant to eat. The Lamb Curry had been over braised and the meat was dry. Both curries had unremarkable flavours and the Onion Paratha was undercooked bread studded with far too much raw red onion. Overall, not a fan. My husband enjoyed the Mango Kulfi though. read more

Food: fish pakoras. OMG amazing! Crispy, flavorful and fresh. Service: prompt, friendly and efficient. Ambiance: the restaurant is delightful -- spacious, colorful and comfortable seating. I have a new favorite Indian restaurant!! read more

Super sweet people! They were really nice, attentive, and took great care of us. The inside was quiet and had nice decor. Naan was delicious and the flavors were great. Maybe we were hungry and should have ordered more but portions were a little small. Can't wait to come back and try more! The momos were calling my name read more

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Customer service is great! Food came out quick & delicious! They are very friendly & kept checking on the table & I didn't feel rushed to eat my food I felt comfortable to eat here & will be back! read more

Food was excellent and great service thank you! Would definitely recommend this restaurant!

Ordered spinach paneer & brown rice over the phone. Was told that it would be ready in 15 minutes. Easy pickup & payment. This is one of the few places I head to when I am craving Indian food. read more

***3.5 Stars*** It's pretty tasty! I wouldn't say that it's my favorite Indian food spot, but it's still a good option for dinner if you're craving for some flavorful Indian eats in Oakland. This place has been on my radar for years. I can't even count the number of times that I've passed it by. Finally decided to try it out with a friend and we had a pretty enjoyable dinner. The space is actually pretty large and open. The decor is very classic and beautiful. Reminds me of the Roman/Gothic era. Service started out well but drifted as the night went on. They did get a bit busier so they might have been overwhelmed. We ordered an array for items to share including: *Raita: Nice and creamy but didn't really taste like much. *Veggie samosas: Excellent! Fried to perfection with a wonderful crispness. *Veggie momo: Very yummy! Perfectly prepared dumplings with a tasty dipping sauce. *Chicken momo: Good but lacking in flavor a bit. Surprisingly, the veggie momos had way more flavor. *Garlic Naan: Incredible! Fluffy and garlicky but not overwhelming. *Lamb biryani: Probably my least favorite item out of everything that we got. I'm not a huge fan of lamb, so maybe that's why. The spices were good and flavorful but everything tasted dry. *Chicken tikka masala: Creamy and delicious. Tikka masala is my fave so it's no surprise that this was my favorite dish. The only downside was that the chicken pieces were dry. Portions were good for the price and since we ordered a lot of items, we had plenty of leftovers the next day. So, some things were a hit and others were a miss. Overall, I still think that it's a good option for Indian food in Oakland. I wouldn't be opposed to coming back here again in the future. read more

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beat food EVER since my last visit to India. The dessert was my favorite thing, sweet but not overpowering. Great service, and atmosphere

Was craving indian food. Tried the indian food. Loved the indian food. Spur of the moment, really craved indian food and decided to come here with a friend. We ordered samosa, fish pakoor, chicken korma and naan. For beverages, chai tea and mango lassi. Im pretty basic. I like my naan. I like my rice and my go to is tikka masala. But for some reason, this place made me want to be a little bit adventurous and it paid off. Veggie Samosas: two pieces came pipping hot out of the fryer with a side of tamarind chutney. It was filled with potatoes, some chickpeas and herbs. The tamarind sauce had some heat to it and combine it together, it was all very tasty. Fish pakoor: super crispy. Big chunks of white fish and the battery was soooo light served with a side of mint water. I feel like this was the underrated dish. Perfectly fried, the batter was perfectly seasoned and honestly when it was served, i almost mistaken it for fried chicken tenders. Chicken korma: i wanted something creamy but not as creamy as tikka masala from too much dairy. The chicken was dark meat and tender where you can cut it with a spoon. Although came in a serving bowl, there were big chunks of meat and plenty of sauce. It was nutty from cashews, you can see whole spices like all spire and cloves, perfectly seasoned and really delicious. This came with a side of rice. Definitely delicious with a side of naan. I know this joint has been around for a while and im sorry it's taken me so long to visit, but im glad i did! Will definitely be back. read more

Annapurna Restaurant and Bar - Fish pakoor - Indian Near Me - Oakland, California

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