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    BASANTI

    4.6 (421 reviews)
    ModerateIndian, Caterers
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Saag Paneer
    Kassandra H.

    Basanti is a great local restaurant. The Indian food was really tasty. we had the garlic na'an, which was soft and nicely seasoned. We also had the butter chicken and the Tikka Masala. Both was really good. We also had the Saag Paneer, which was really amazing. My son tried a sheep dish. He enjoyed that, too. I had a glass of wine and they gave me a free refill. It was late and we were the only guests in the restaurant, so the service was stellar. We're definitely going to go back for more.

    Shannon O.

    5 Stars So Good! Can't Believe We Just Found This Place My husband and I were craving Indian food and ended up at Basanti in San Juan Capistrano. So glad we did! Everything we ordered was delicious. We started with the samosas and dal soup (both packed with flavor), then shared garlic naan, chicken biryani, and saag paneer. Every bite was amazing. Even the Taj Mahal beer my husband ordered was great. The service was amazing! Our waiter was super attentive and friendly. It's a cozy spot and beautifully decorated, which just made the whole experience even better. Can't believe it took us this long to find this place. We'll definitely be back!

    Aaron V.

    We are SO fired up we found this place. We've been dying to find some good Indian food in south Orange County and this is 100% the spot. Keep in mind, we almost always get the butter chicken anywhere we go and that's how we base our reviews. The butter chicken was so so good. It could've used just a bit more spice but still solid. The chutney was delicious. Everything we had was solid. Looking forward to coming back here again. Cheers!

    Raw chicken

    Raw Chicken Served -- Absolutely Disgusting and Dangerous I wish I could give zero stars. I ordered from this place today and was served RAW CHICKEN. Not undercooked -- raw. Pink, slimy, and completely unsafe to eat. I've attached two photos so you can see exactly what I was given. This isn't just a bad meal -- it's a serious health hazard. Serving raw poultry puts customers at risk for salmonella and other foodborne illnesses. It's clear there was no proper quality control in the kitchen. Pure negligence. Pure disgust. Needless to say, I will never order from here again and I strongly urge others to think twice before trusting this place with your health or your family's safety. Check the pictures -- this is what they're serving.

    Friends and I
    Steven O.

    Had an amazing time with my friends here! The service was great and the food came out very quickly. We had the Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Vindaloo, and Chicken Dum Biryani -- all of which were absolutely delicious. The ambiance was nice. Highly recommended!

    As a Bay Area resident accustomed to the rich tapestry of authentic Indian cuisine, I was thrilled to discover Basanti in San Juan Capistrano. In an area where high-quality, flavorful Indian food is scarce, Basanti stands out as a true gem. Since my first visit, it has become my go-to spot, and I find myself returning often. The Lamb Biryani and Veggie Biryani are exceptional, bursting with authentic flavors that transport me back to the vibrant streets of India. The tandoori dishes I've sampled are equally impressive, each cooked to perfection with a delightful blend of spices. For anyone seeking authentic Indian cuisine in Orange County, Basanti is a must-visit. In a word: awesome.

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    8 years ago

    Amazing food, sufficiently portioned and incredibly hospitable owner. Staff is very attentive and prompt. Will return to try new dishes.

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    Really tasty, maybe the best I've had in Orange County. Looking forward to going there again soon!

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    8 years ago

    Delicious! Freshly made authentic and excellent service. Biryani, paneer, chicken tikka masala and raita- all incredibly good!!

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    Ordered the chicken tiki masala and the curry chicken. It was phenomonal with garlic naan bread.. To say the least it was phenomenal

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    We are big fans of Indian food and thought this was outstanding. Glad we discovered it and will be back soon

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    Best Indian/Nepalese food.... I was amazed by the taste of food.. highly recommended place to eat.. can't wait to go again

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    Ask the Community - BASANTI

    Do you still offer the buffet?? If so, do you have it on the weekend?

    Hi Era- we do not offer buffet. Please stop by to try our reasonably priced menu. Thank you !

    I am gluten, free, dairy, free, anything there for me to eat?

    How much is the lunch buffet and what dishes do you offer?

    Hi - $18.75, We offer Chicken Tikka Masala, Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Curry, Lamb Rogan Josh, Sag Paneer, Dal Makhani, Aloo Gobhi, Paneer Tikka Masala, Peas Pulau, Basamati Rice and Naans. We also have full salad bar and desserts. We rotate our… Read more

    Do you guys have lunch buffet?

    Yes, we do in San Clemente location . Thanks you !

    Do you have a Sat/Sun buffet?

    Hi CT K. We do not have at the moment, Soon we will have in San Clemente location. Thank you!

    Do they have any gluten free options?

    Yes.

    Do the dinner entrees come with rice or naan?

    Rice. We ordered our Naan.

    Do they have a lunch buffet ? The menu on their website is too small to read using a smartphone

    I don't believe they have a lunch buffet. But don't let that stop you from going

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    Taylor Made Cuisine - Grazing Table by TMC Catering

    Taylor Made Cuisine

    4.9(555 reviews)
    17.5 mi
    Catering service
    Private events

    Taylor Made was absolutely incredible to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, they…read morewere so communicative, supportive, and genuinely invested in making sure everything went perfectly, and it truly did. The entire day ran so smoothly, and we felt completely taken care of. And the FOOD... our guests are still talking about it. Truly. You know how often times wedding food is nothing to write home about? This was the complete opposite. It was genuinely delicious--like, go-back-for-seconds and thirds and fourths kind of delicious. We had multiple people tell us it was the best wedding food they've ever had. We also had them do our wedding cake, and it was honestly one of the best cakes we've ever tasted. Not just "good for a wedding cake"--actually amazing. Everything was not only delicious but also beautifully presented, which made it feel even more special. We have been raving about TMC to literally everyone who asks about our wedding. If you're planning an event and want food that people will be obsessed with and talking about long after it's over, you need to go with TMC. We cannot recommend them enough. Thank you, TMC, for making our day so memorable!

    Taylor Made Cuisine is incredible. The team was extremely helpful and supportive in helping us plan…read morethe perfect menu for my best friend's bridal shower. The team answered all of our questions along the way. On the day of the event, Beatriz arrived early and created the most beautiful food display. The food was delicious, fresh, and flavorful. Beatriz was attentive and so kind. We highly recommend Taylor Made Cuisine. Thank you, Beatriz for making this day so special.

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    Grazing Table by TMC Catering

    Taylor Made Cuisine - Grazing Table by TMC Catering

    Grazing Table by TMC Catering

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    Party In A Box Catering - We sure loved the food! I think my husband even had seconds!

    Party In A Box Catering

    4.9(86 reviews)
    11.0 mi

    For my son's High School Graduation Dinner, I was looking for a dining option that would…read moreincorporate seamlessly in the busy day. Knowing everyone would be tired and hungry after the graduation ceremony, I wanted to have the dinner follow immediately after the ceremony without having the formality and structure of restaurant dining nor the extra work of picking up food from a restaurant. I found Party in a Box on-line and was impressed by the breadth and sophication of the menu items with a price point that was very competitive with the other options I was evaluating. Chef Dawn responded to my initial inquiry the same day. She answered my basic questions and provided a quote by the following morning. She suggested further refinements to the menu to ensure we satisfied all my guests' varied tastes. Food was delivered and setup in my back yard before we arrived home from the ceremony. Warm dishes were kept on chafing plates and the other items were covered to stay cool. The presentation was beautiful (orchid flowers garnished some of the platters). And the food was devine! Everyone raved about it as they ate seconds and thirds. The best part was we had leftovers for the following day. Nothing went to waste! Party in a Box elevated my small graduation dinner into a memorable and beautiful event. The quality, the value, and service was world class and I look forward to using Chef Dawn's Party in a Box for my next special event.

    Chef Dawn was so gracious, helpful, and an absolute joy to work with. The food was incredible!…read moreEvery dish was perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how delicious everything was! The staff was professional, friendly, and made the whole reception run seamlessly. We can't recommend Party in a Box Catering enough. If you're looking for top-notch food and service, Chef Dawn and her team are the best of the best!

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    Party In A Box Catering - Caprese Skewers with a balsamic drizzle and basil infused cold pressed olive oil

    Caprese Skewers with a balsamic drizzle and basil infused cold pressed olive oil

    Party In A Box Catering - Beautiful dinner buffet for our Oct. 4, 2014 Wedding at the Ocean Institute

    Beautiful dinner buffet for our Oct. 4, 2014 Wedding at the Ocean Institute

    Party In A Box Catering - Beautiful dinner buffet for our Oct. 4, 2014 Wedding at the Ocean Institute

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    Beautiful dinner buffet for our Oct. 4, 2014 Wedding at the Ocean Institute

    Jeff the Silent Chef - Sesame-crusted seared tuna paired with crisp cucumber salad -- clean flavors and artful presentation.

    Jeff the Silent Chef

    4.9(64 reviews)
    4.9 mi
    Certified professionals
    Locally owned & operated

    We had a party a few months ago. We had 100 guests at our home a few months ago and I HIGHLY…read morerecommend Jeff and his team. Everything was literally perfect! He met with us at our home well before the party to help plan everything out. We didn't have to worry about a thing. I would use him again in a second. EXCELLENT!!!!!!!!

    Jeff was our caterer for our wedding and we cannot recommend him enough! He was super easy to talk…read moreto and walked us through not only our catering questions and needs, but he was extremely knowledgeable and provided his guidance throughout our entire wedding planning journey. We had so many calls with Jeff and he was extremely patient with all our questions. We took a chance since Jeff did not offer food tasting but I can now say that all his first star reviews are true! Our guest LOVED the food and raves about it. We decided on tray past appetizers and a buffet dinner. We also included a meat carving station. Throughout the entire process, Jeff recommended what he thinks our guest would like and what options complemented each other based on our choices. We also LOVED the food and the tray past appetizers we chose were so good! I wish we were able to have more! Hopefully more of my friends will host weddings and I can attend another wedding that Jeff caters! We highly recommend Jeff and he was soo amazing to work with. Thank you so much Jeff for such an amazing night!

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    Jeff the Silent Chef - Plating with purpose -- Chef Jeff ensures every dish is a visual and culinary masterpiece.

    Plating with purpose -- Chef Jeff ensures every dish is a visual and culinary masterpiece.

    Jeff the Silent Chef - Crispy avocado crab cakes paired with a zesty house-made aioli -- a crowd favorite with coastal flair.

    Crispy avocado crab cakes paired with a zesty house-made aioli -- a crowd favorite with coastal flair.

    Jeff the Silent Chef - Crisp pear salad, creamy goat cheese, and tangy balsamic drizzle for a perfect starter.

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    Crisp pear salad, creamy goat cheese, and tangy balsamic drizzle for a perfect starter.

    Hibachi Catering - So entertaining!

    Hibachi Catering

    4.7(314 reviews)
    25.8 mi
    Private events
    Catering service

    We used this hibachi catering company for my husband's 30th birthday at an Airbnb and it was an…read moreabsolute hit. From start to finish, the experience was seamless - communication leading up to the event was clear, friendly, and super reassuring. I did some other research on different companies in the area and this was the easiest to order from and get estimates. Day of, the chefs showed up early, got set up quickly, and were ready to go right on time. The food was fantastic and there was so much of it - we were still enjoying leftovers for many meals afterwards. Beyond the food, the entertainment really made the night. The chefs were hilarious, engaging, and kept the whole group laughing with plenty of surprises sprinkled throughout the evening. This is such a great option for a big group and made the celebration feel extra special without having to leave the house. Highly recommend booking two chefs if you can - it keeps service moving quickly and doubles the entertainment value. Would absolutely book again and recommend to anyone looking to do something fun and memorable.

    We hired Hibachi Catering as a post Thanksigivng surprise while family was in town and boy did they…read moredeliver! Not sure how we didn't think to do this sooner, but everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves and we plan to use them again. For reference our grouped from age 5-83 and everyone was happy with the entertainment and food. They went above and beyond to make this a special event for our family. Thank you Hibachi catering!

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    Hibachi Catering
    Hibachi Catering

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    Delicia

    Delicia

    5.0(68 reviews)
    47.1 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Certified professionals

    From the very beginning, this catering service impressed us with their wide variety of menu options…read morefor my sister's birthday. Since she's pescatarian, we wanted to make sure she felt accommodated, and it was incredibly easy to find plenty of delicious options for both her and her guests. The whole ordering process was smooth and completely stress-free. OMG--the food was absolutely delicious. Everything was incredibly flavorful and clearly made with care. On top of that, the decor and presentation were stunning--the aesthetics really elevated the entire experience. Pickup was also seamless and efficient, which made everything even better. Overall, I highly recommend them for anyone looking for amazing food and beautiful presentation!

    Delicia Catering truly hit it out of the park for our college swim team's 21st birthday dinner! The…read moremeal was exactly as advertised--fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. A huge shoutout to Mike, who arrived right on time and executed a pristine, professional setup that made the evening feel extra special. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and are already looking forward to using Delicia Catering again next year!

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    Delicia - Large charcuterie spread for 200+ guests.

    Large charcuterie spread for 200+ guests.

    Delicia - Delicia catering for lululemon Run with the Roses 5k kick off celebration at the Tournament of Roses House in Pasadena, CA

    Delicia catering for lululemon Run with the Roses 5k kick off celebration at the Tournament of Roses House in Pasadena, CA

    Delicia - Beautiful charcuterie table perfect for weddings

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    Beautiful charcuterie table perfect for weddings

    BASANTI - indpak - Updated July 2026

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