This place OMtotheG!!! It was my BF & I's 1st here. Our food was bomb.com. Definitely coming back for sure whenever we come out this direction. My BF & I both ordered the lamb meals. I highly recommended this restaurant to others. read more

Avatar's Restaurant - Zealand Lamb Curry & Lamb Enchiladas. - Indian Near Me - Sausalito, California

Best Indian food North of San Fransisco! Don't even need a menu. Tell them what you like and don't like and they'll surprise you. You won't be disappointed. read more

The owner is a funny guy, well, he keeps you engaged with his sense of humor combined with his knowledge on food. Other staff members are equally respectful and friendly. Food tastes amazing. read more

Oh my, they are still fabulous, sat outside with the excellent Jack (his water bowl came first) and enjoyed a lovely mushroom appetizer then enchiladas: lamb and veggie. Absolutely delicious, their beers are not written but the Mongo IPA is delish! read more

This is Indian Mexican Asian fusion restaurant. It is small place but food was great! This place exceeds my expectation. Highly recommended!! read more

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I really like this place! The guy (I'm terrible with names) always takes care of me. Often I tell him I don't know what I want, and he says don't worry I have an idea. So far he's always brought me something amazing! read more

Food is mediocre at best. Nothing to write home about. Is what they serve- a Mideast burrito? I'll not be going back. read more

Hidden away in a nondescript roadside strip mall, Avatar's offers imaginative and delicious mashups of multicultural classics. My favorite is the Punjabi enchilada with shrimp. Service is fast and friendly. read more

Very disappointed with recent experience. Food: B Service: F * Waited long time to be seated, when space for the 4 was clearly available. * Waited 30+ min. for our order to be taken, while those seated after us, were helped first. * We were then asked to move tables because "a large reservation" needed our table. Funny, I was told it was strictly first come, first served. NOTE: Staff is extreme biased towards patrons of same ethnicity. Will not be returning. read more

If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. Despite one minor complaint of feeling cramped, it's understandable as there is no surprise as to why this place is packed with guests. The food here is so incredible I'm almost angry I had to experience this level of goodness, as I'm left constantly craving their food from back home in Seattle. It was apparent the owner was working as one of the servers on the floor & actually quite admirable seeing how passionate he is about his business. We made special requests for dishes with only meat & veggies and the owner was more than happy to oblige. Keep in mind - you're going to be getting a more authentic foodie experience here and the levels of spice here are not for the faint of heart. If you do end up in a crying sniffly mess, order the sweet Lassi drink to calm down the spice. Thanks again for the experience! read more

Definitely not coming back. They pressured us to order fast because they were closing, couldn't even look at the whole menu and 5 minutes later after we had ordered our food they let more people in and gave them more time to look at the menu items and order their food. Also the basmati rice was hard and very bland. The enchiladas were just ok. Definitely go to a Mexican restaurant if you want good enchiladas, I guess the fusion between curry and the spicy sauce they used threw me off a little since I grew up eating authentic enchiladas. The mango Lassi was good though. read more

The waiter, who I presume maybe was the owner, asked us if we were ready for a meal that would change our life. I honestly wasn't really sure what that meant but the enchiladas were incredible, to the point that I'm still thinking about them two weeks later. Sure, the rice was a bit hard, but the overall fantastic experience and ambience of the restaurant more than made up for that. If I'm ever in Sausalito, I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Tried their seasonal veggies with tofu rice plate. Was blown away with the number of veggies in that. Perfectly spiced. Must stop for those in Sausalito. Very friendly staff. read more

Excellent find. It was my family's first time trying Indian food and we were delighted. The owner explained the menu and gave us recommendations, we went with everything he said and were glad we did! We had the lamb curry, enchilada, and salmon with vegetables. Everything was delicious. We'll be back next time we're in the area. read more

Avatar's Restaurant - New Zealand Lamb Curry - Indian Near Me - Sausalito, California

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I will never stop raving about this place!! I came here once about 12 years ago, and for a while completely forgot about it. But then just as the owner said I would, I started to dream about the food here, and made my way back about 3-4 times this year! The food here is such a unique take on the blend between Indian and Mexican food, and has just the right amount of spice and tang. The owner is so sweet and helpful, and even once made a completely custom meal for me and a group of friends!! I would definitely recommend getting the Rose Mango Dreams Ravioli, the perfect blend between sweet and savory which I've never before had in one dish. I also definitely recommend the Punjabi Enchiladas with curried sweet potato filling, (level 9 spice level because I'm crazy), which come with a side of rice and are the perfect blended dish you never knew you wished for. The dessert here is also amazing- a perfect rose, mango, and pistachio blend which makes the tastiest cake I've had. I would hands down recommend this place to anybody looking for quality, innovative food, and trust me- you will dream about it! read more

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Indian/Mexican/Jamaican fusion?! I'd been a big fan of Avatar's in Mill Valley for a casual Indian burrito or plate to fuel a Mt Tam hike, and steered us towards this new(-ish) Avatar after hiking in Sausalito. This is much fancier, with sit-down table service and an expanded menu. The service was outstanding -- we were hungry and curious so they just told us they'd basically take care of us and if we didn't like it it'd be free but if we loved it it'd be double priced. I think we would have been ok paying more because it was sooooo good. We had these hearty samosas to start, with yummy sauces. They whipped up a combo curry for us with seafood and lamb, and the fish especially was out of this world. The enchiladas were so flavorful too. I actually don't usually like enchiladas, but I devoured these. There were definitely regulars here, and if I lived around here I would be there all the time too! Such a cozy friendly place to have some flavor bombs go off in your mouth. Can't wait to be back! read more

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Enjoyed the food here. Started with the vegetable samosas, which had just enough heat but not too much so we couldn't enjoy our dinners. The pasta with eggplant and prawns were really flavorful. The chicken enchiladas were good. Our son enjoyed his grilled cheese and fries a lot. I like that they offer kid options for those who aren't ready to adventure into the fusion cuisine yet. read more

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Ashook (the owner) is an absolute delight to be around. Be prepared for an amazing meal that will challenge your taste buds in the best way possible. Never had service quite like this ever. Really amazing guy and amazing experience overall. I will be back. Ashook will take care of you and will help guide you through your evening. read more

Just had lunch with a party of three. Three different enchiladas plates ordered: lamb, chicken and smoked eggplant. All were spiced based on heat from 1-10. My three was perfect with enough heat for someone who likes a dash of Tabasco. The owner is very friendly. Try the dessert! read more

DELICIOUS!! the waiters and owner are so so so nice i love the food! would definitely recommend

I thought about our experience thoroughly. I meant if you have quite a bit of dietary restrictions, this is the place to treat your taste buds. They make dishes suits your diets and it is "so good". However, it was just an all right place for me, and be CAREFUL falling into the owner's "I will arrange it for you, and if you don't like it don't pay" manipulation. He was all about it and I believe it is the way to sell his less popular items or get you to order what he wanted to sell. I saw he did the exactly trick our next table, and the guy, trust me, according to his description of likeness, he should have got a totally different dish than ours. But guess what - same dish. I would not go back to it, as a new Mariner, this place is to serve and burn. read more

I should first say that I liked this place, which I feel compelled to do because I'm a bit confused by it. My expectation of Indian food was put to the test. I am used to slightly stronger flavors, and white breads. Mixing whole grains and some Mexican fusion unsettled me a bit. In the end, the whole grain and healthy aspect resulted in a more restricted palette of flavors, not as rich as I expected. The Mexican fusion seemed to have more to do with form. Punjabi enchiladas are still more like Indian food, and there was little in the way of joining Mexican and Indian flavors. I was amused by the proprietor's enthusiasm and jokes for a short while, but sometimes I go to a place for a quiet dinner with my wife, and don't need to be entertained. So be it. This place is apparently a local institution, I later learned from a friend who used to work nearby. Glad it's there. Good food with a personal touch, and a place with character and characters. read more

This was absolutely AMAZING!!!! The owner of the restaurant greeted us at the door. We had 4 people: 2 vegans, 1 vegetarian and 1 meat lover. We ALL were satisfied! The owner/server made a bet with us that if we could guess the ingredients it was free, if we said it was "the best ever" then it was double. We could not guess the ingredients, and I am a foodie. So no free meal, but I didn't care at all. It was a blast, and they were so much fun. It was the best vegan saag I had ever had! I just made sure to say it after we paid, so we didn't get charged extra. Lol. I already suggested a couple of my friends to also go there, and they loved it, too. If you are thinking about going, don't delay any more. It's a casual atmosphere and very welcoming. If you are thinking of going with a large group, I would suggest calling ahead to see if they can take you. A real must go!!! read more

The best Indian food in the Bay Area. It's what neighbors call "Marin-dian" for over 20yrs. Family owned and run with excellent service and warmth that will leave you wanting to come back for more... read more

Avatar's Restaurant - The most delicious chicken, veggie, rice combo created by the owner:) No cream, butter, dairy!! Very flavorful. Mango Lassi - Indian Near Me - Sausalito, California

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If you're looking for an explosion for your tastebuds, look no further than Avatar's! There are several locations, but this one is the only one I've visited. After a 10-mile hike at Mt. Tam, Avatar's seemed like the perfect reward. Our friends who live in Mill Valley introduced Avatar's to us a couple years ago and the thought of Indian and Mexican fusion food intrigued me. My first time here, I fell in love with the enchiladas and the lovable owner who made sure we all licked our plates clean (not literally, but he does ask you to finish all the food on your plate). When we walked in, we smelled heaven and were greeted like old friends. I ordered the Jamaican jerk chicken with grilled veggies to try something new and my girlfriend had the eggplant prawn spinach pasta. My chicken was perfectly tender, but the jerk sauce was the true star of the dish. My girlfriend really enjoyed her dish as well. Food quality is great, the staff is friendly, and there are plenty of options for those who have any kind of dietary restrictions. read more

Avatar's Restaurant - Eggplant prawn spinach pasta - Indian Near Me - Sausalito, California

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Today I went there with my family and friends. We ordered a bunch of appetizers and entrees. They served breads with curry and the bread had dead roach in it. I called the owner and showed him, to which the response was- "it can be some grain" One can completely differentiate between a bug with legs and a grain. The owner offered to replace the breads with a fresh set, and yet again, the bread had another bug in it. This time we took it out and showed it to the owner. I wish, I had taken a photo to share. I may not be able to stop people from visiting this place, but I can surely suggest to scan the food before eating. I was sure a fan of this place before today. But, hygiene is the minimum to expect from a 4.5 star restaurant. read more

Eclectic Indian fusion incarnate, to be found in the Northern end of Sausalito with the marina just barely in sight. If you were wondering what Jamaican Jerk Chicken and Rock Shrimp Enchiladas would look and taste like if done in a Northern Indian cuisine style meets California style, then "Avatar's" is a lip-smacking must do. I have no regrets with the Jumbo Prawn Curry in which "Jumbo" and "Prawn" and "Curry" stayed true to that testament. The cafe look is classic and adorable if too scrunched in, but there's merriment in the air. And the personable family style service makes one feel right at home. #foodslut read more

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Delicious creative food and the most friendly staff. So worth the drive across the bridge!

If you want to try something soooo unique, you have to try Avatar's. Fusion of Mexican and Punjabi and it's so good. Blackened shrimp appetizer, get it. So simple, only ~4 shrimp, but all the flavor that you can imagine packed into that dish. I always get the Jamaican jerk chicken and curried sweet potatoes enchiladas. They'll let you do a mix of two kinds of enchiladas if they're cooked together, not one of each. It comes with two enchiladas and a side of basmati rice that's so fluffy and light, you'll be floating in the clouds. The dishes are small-portioned, but you'll be surprisingly satisfied with all the spices and detail that go into each dish. The owner of avatar's is an enthusiastic man. He really does a good job of making sure customers feel special and satisfied. You can tell he's just so passionate about food his restaurant serves. He guarantees that you will "lick your plate clean" and it's true, I find myself scraping every drop of sauce off my plate. Servers are friendly and quick to refill your water too. And finally, if you're feeling extra fancy, try the "avatar's dream" for dessert. Mango, fruity, pistachio, cheesecake, some sort of amazing lovely dessert all in one slice. Splurge. Treat yourself. read more

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Great homey feel to the restaurant. We came on a Monday around 1pm and the restaurant was packed. It's a pretty small space so space is tight! We were immediately seated and greeted by the owner who was very friendly. We all ordered drinks: mango lassi and masala chai and an order of samosas for the appetizer. For the entrees we all wanted to try the enchiladas since those looked really intriguing. I have to say, the food was absolutely delicious! Very flavorful and a great twist to Indian food. I thought at the first that 2 enchiladas with rice wouldn't be super filling but I could barely even finish them. The food was really good but my only complaint would be about the prices which are very expensive. A glass of chai was a little over $5 and overall the total bill came out to be about $38/person. I would definitely come here on a special occasion but wouldn't come here all the time because of the prices. read more

Avatar's Restaurant - Lean Ground Lamb Enchilada - Indian Near Me - Sausalito, California

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We really enjoyed this place! Took a ferry into Sausalito and walked 30 mins just to try it, and it was well worth it. Very delicious and the service was outstanding as well! read more

Wow Fantastic service and fantastic food. I have a somewhat restrictive diet in American sort of speech and when I told the owner what I can or can't eat he created a beautiful dish for me everything was fresh. Dessert was delicious. I highly recommend this place. Definitely going back. The price is also very fair. read more

Avatar's Restaurant - The most fabulous sugar-free white flour free dessert in the world - Indian Near Me - Sausalito, California

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This is the best food I have had in San Francisco. Great vegan options. The service was incredible. The whole meal was spent guessing the vegetables that we were eating. We failed, but it was a great game. Highly highly recommend! read more

Avatar's Restaurant - Outdoor seating - Indian Near Me - Sausalito, California

Always a welcoming atmosphere. Has been a great date night choice for years. Owner and staff always friendly. Love this place.

This is a good lunch spot after a very pleasant hike at Tennessee Valley as it is just an exit away on 101 in Sausalito. I wasn't too hungry so I only ordered a prawn appetizer, but my friends shared an order of samosas (2 per order) and an eggplant enchilada main course. We all enjoyed our meal and more importantly, you can sit outside or inside which is great on a nice day. read more

Really below average Indian food, which is not surprising since it's Marin. If you want good Indian food go to the East Bay. These Marinites don't know any better that's why this place has good reviews read more

Absolutely amazing food. From start to finish. The service was great and the owner is very welcoming. 100% coming back!

A one-of-a-kind menu from a one-of-a-kind man - the food is outstanding, but dining here is also a special experience all to itself, thanks to the delightful people. read more

Decent food..nothing to rave about. Person who runs the place plays a ..."identify the green, and the dish is free" challenge. Don't fall for it. If you get it right, he doesn't follow through on the deal. Overall, not a good experience. read more

This was a real conversation: Us to Lady at Sausalito Visitor Center: Hello, could you tell us how to get to Avatar? Lady at Sausalito Visitor Center to Us: Ewwww! How did you find out about that place? Why would you want to eat there?? It's just Indian food made up to look western. Us to ourselves: WTF????? A mystery. The challenge was on. The gauntlet was thrown down. What was up with Avatar? We had to find out! After I politely asked the visitor center lady to STFU and give us our directions we drove the mile and a bit up the road to an unassuming shopping center and squeezed into the very small restaurant. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/avatars-restaurant-sausalito?select=JLc2LGWXNtqMMh13iLoMOA#xz-GDs9bs65R9cNQ25owOw How did we find out about Avatar? Why Yelp of course! I was searching for a vegetarian restaurant in Sausalito and Avatar was ranked way up there. We were seated and I glanced at the menu. The combination of Mexican, Caribbean, Punjabi dishes and "grilled cheese" was too weird. Was the outspoken visitor center lady right??? We each had kind of made a selection from the menu when Ashok, the owner, came by. "The menu is worthless, tell me what you want to eat and I will make it for you." "But it's your menu" I wanted to say but bit my tongue. Now, Ashok is an Extremely Charismatic Guy. I reckon he could talk a man lost in the Sahara out of drinking the water at an oasis. But I also got the impression from talking with him that he is an extremely kind and well meaning person, so of course he wouldn't do such a thing. In any case we took his advice and abandoned the menu. We chatted a bit and told him that three of us wanted vegetarian meals and two wanted meat. He said he would whip up something for each of us and we would end up swearing that it was the best meal ever or we would not have to pay. We ordered two lamb somethings and three veggie somethings. See my photos: Lamb- http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/avatars-restaurant-sausalito?select=JLc2LGWXNtqMMh13iLoMOA#PksdwCN0mHeGLQxECugaqg http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/avatars-restaurant-sausalito?select=JLc2LGWXNtqMMh13iLoMOA#gbMZPrqt_sYeJygVl0MT0A Veggies- http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/avatars-restaurant-sausalito?select=JLc2LGWXNtqMMh13iLoMOA#kJpzQTKzYVdipRl-anAOgA http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/avatars-restaurant-sausalito?select=JLc2LGWXNtqMMh13iLoMOA#CiQwYqq-KKhag5A0anIzXg http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/avatars-restaurant-sausalito?select=JLc2LGWXNtqMMh13iLoMOA#PKZcjMDDKs2ypDqFrZh3aw The lamb dishes were marvelous. Tender and fresh cubes and medallions of lamb in a bed of veggies. The veggie dishes were bathed in curry and Indian spices and I thought they were a bit overpowering. Fresh and beautifully presented but I could not taste anything but spice. The meat dishes were definitely the way to go. Sorry for not being able to name the dishes, but these were custom creations by the chef and so I have no idea what they were called and if you let Ashok create something for you it will likely be from scratch and different from what we ate. The total bill for our adventure was around $100 including tax and tip for five people. He did not ask us if we thought it was our best meal ever or if he should comp us the meal. Just as well! I rate Avatar a 4.5 but let it show as 5 stars (take that, Visitor Center Lady). I would only go there if you are the adventurous sort, like us ;o) Those seeking a more cut and dry dining experience may be taken aback. The noise level inside the small dining area was also a negative. We could hardly hear each other from across the table. As a final note to our interesting Avatar adventure, Ashok told us his story. He began his Sausalito restaurant 25 years ago. Way back then he made his restaurant gluten free and strictly non-smoking; one of the very first restaurants to go this route. He said back then the customer reaction was very negative, and some customers would curse at him for telling them how to live their lives. Maybe this is why the Visitor Center Lady was so vehemently anti-Avatar; she was once kicked out for smoking!?!?!?!? read more

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