Has heard such great things about this place and knew I needed to check it out My mom and I came on a weekend for lunch, shortly after the buffet ended which I didn't know they had! It was quiet but the workers were very nice and took great care of us, everything we got was very good and I really enjoyed the bullet naan as I haven't seen anything like it before, the samosas were nice and crispy, the tikka masala had great flavor and a great amount of chicken and the lamb in the biriyani was perfectly cooked! Would definitely come back to this spot read more

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Just tried this place for the first time. I ordered the chicken tikka masala + the garlic naan. The chicken tikka was tasty, I ordered - level 7/10 on spice and found that it wasn't very spicy but the sauce very yummy and there was a good amount of chicken in the dish. Dish also comes with a generous portion of rice. Unfortunately my garlic naan had a hair embedded in it :( which was disappointing. read more

Bhatti Himalayan Grill - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

This is a large restaurant with about 16 tables. No outdoor seating. Situated in a strip mall near I-5 with plenty of parking. There was only one table occupied at 11:30 on a Monday. The waiter was glued to his phone and didn't notice when I came in, so I went up to the counter and was seated. The place is very clean and tidy. The decor is bright, and the chairs comfortable if a bit low. The lunch buffet is $20 plus tax and tip. They brought water and naan quickly, and the water was refilled regularly. The green salad was a beautiful mix of lettuces and cucumber, and there's a sweet dressing for it. There are 8 entrees, including 3 with chicken, dal soup, rice, tamarind and mint sauces, and kheer. I tried it all, and it was all so good! Great flavors, and the veggies were not overcooked. Note: The kheer is not sweet like it usually is. Highly recommended! read more

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Love this place!! Stumbled on it while running errands. My friend and I had a great time. Customer service was wonderful. They were kind. Food was delicious!! We did the naan sampler too and enjoyed dipping all of the breads in the sauces. Will be back! read more

Bhatti Himalayan Grill - Naan sampler - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

Dining at Bhatti is always a treat. We started with Onion Bhajji - onion fried in a chickpea batter. It was tasty but extra greasy. I think the oil they fried it in should have been hotter. Our lamb seekh kebabs were served on a bed on onions on a sizzling platter - delicious! The Karahi chicken was so tasty with a delicious sauce which a completely different flavor profile from the more popular curries. The aloo gobi was also perfectly seasoned. Garlic naans paired well with these dishes. The server was attentive and helpful. read more

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Aesthetically this place is nice and clean. I like the lights and setting. I came for the buffet and the service was good as can be. It just didn't quite hit for me on the buffet selection and food. The chicken is just so dry but that may be bc its out on the buffet table. I am impressed on how clean this place is. The naan is excellent and the chili naan was very good. This place gets 3.5 not 3. I will update my review when I try dinner. read more

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I order pick up here every other month or so, & consistently get good food. This last time I ordered: butter chicken, lamb tiki masala, & garlic naan. We received one large box of rice opposed to each receiving our own rice (which is different from my dine in experience here). The staff is friendly enough, I do wish it were a bit more welcoming. The inside of the restaurant is pretty much lit from the windows in the front of the store. Plenty of parking in the lot, & a great bang for your buck-food is always good! read more

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While looking for healthier alternatives in the area, I was excited to find Bhatti Himalayan had a few vegan options. The waiter was very nice, but had a difficult time answering some of my questions about the menu. I ordered the Onion Bhaji and Vegetable Pakora as appetizers. They were okay, but seemed like they could have been deep fried at a hotter temperature to come out crispier. For my entree, I opted for the Vegetable Coconut Curry. While the flavor was good, the vegetables were very mushy as if they were frozen vegetables that were reheated for too long. Perhaps that is a preference for some people, so if you like Indian food you still might consider checking this place out. read more

Bhatti Himalayan Grill - 3. Onion Bhaji - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

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If you are looking for a great takeout spot, I would definitely give this restaurant a try for delicious Himalayan cuisine! * Paneer Kulcha - 7/10 (we liked the outer layer of naan which was cooked well. the cheese inside was quite heavy & very dough like. there was a chalky texture from the cheese. we expected melty cheese, but it was more like chunks inside. we can see the appeal, but this was not for us) * Bullet Naan - 8.3/10 (we like the flavor of the strong garlic & the addition of the green chilies added a nice kick. the flavor is what won me over. ~jerm. i think garlic & green chilles combined makes a yummy naan. i just wish it was a bit more fluffy & soft. ~tine) * Chicken Momo - 8/10 (the flavor of the filling was very good as you can taste a hint of curry, but it was personally more dry for our liking. the sauce really elevated the flavor in a light & tangy way. the skin was a good thickness & cooked well) * Lamb Shahi Korma - 8.3/10 (the lamb was really tender, had a nice color, & the pieces were quite big. this was our first time trying an almond based curry & we were pleasantly surprised. the flavor was lighter than most common Himalayan curries. the curry had a nice aroma that was well balanced & perfectly nutty) * Butter Chicken - 8.4/10 (this was the most tomato forward butter chicken we have ever had. the first few bites were not what we were expecting, but as we kept eating, the flavor really grew onto us. combined with the tender chicken, we would definitely get this one again. super aromatic) read more

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Service was okay. Lunch buffet is very limited, and the interior feels more like generic suburban America than Indian decor. Convenient if you work nearby, but nothing special. read more

Bhatti Himalayan Grill - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

I just love love love this truly authentic and fabulously delicious Indian Restaurant. Every week it gets busier and busier. Today, for the very first time, I did NOT partake in the daily lunch Buffet. This time I ordered off the lunch menu. As you can see from these new pictures. Lamb Korma is spot on, as is the Egg Fried Rice: rice, eggs, onions, peas, and a touch of garlic. Also had the fried onion app. read more

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One word to describe this place is "okay." Tried it for lunch. Service was friendly. Food was standard, nothing special that would make me come back or refer it to friends. Paneer kulcha had a lot of cheese in it which I didn't like. Prices are standard. Casual ambience. Clean restaurant. read more

Absolutely in love with the Lunch buffet. The tandoori chicken, the chicken masala the rice the soup everything absolutely amazing. I will be a regular here no question! Staff is friendly too A+++++ read more

Bhatti Himalayan Grill - Lunch Buffet - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place took over the Murphy Canyon Smashburger location across from Walmart. If you know the area it gets busy during peak times to get and out of the area and parking can be a bit of a challenge. The restaurant interior is simple and clean, which I find refreshing. Their Buffet is a good deal and is available everyday from 11am-2pm and offers the usual array of options you find from most Indian food buffets in the area. They serve your choice of naan and drinks right at your table while you enjoy the buffet. The staff greeted us warmly upon entering.And confirmed if we wanted to enjoy the buffet. We were immediately shown to our table where they took our bread and drink orders. All of our empty plates were promptly taken away. I found the mild buffet flavors suited my tastes perfectly, as i oftentimes get a bit of a tummy ache after partaking Indian food. I'm sure a big part of that is that I overindulge, but also my tastebuds and my stomach don't agree with each other about spicy levels as I age. Hehe. Basically, I have nothing bad to say about this place other than it's a bit far from where I live and the parking lot is small and so are the spaces. I hope to return soon! read more

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Food was boring, I'm Caucasian and was hoping for a wow factor but none was experienced.

I was craving Indian food and was nearby and found this place, decided to give this place a try and so glad I did! Customer service is wonderful, very fast service and very nice server. The ambiance is nice and tidy, everything is well kept cleaned and simple decor. There is also plenty of seating from regular tables with chairs to booths. I tried both regular dishes from the menu to trying their lunch buffet three times. All times I visited here, the food is AMAZING. Loads of flavor, good portion and it is delicious! Their lunch buffet is such a great deal and gives you the opportunity to try a little bit of their amazing dishes they serve. I enjoyed a little of everything. When you pay for the buffet, it also comes with naan as well. Their naan is delicious, I have tried the spicy naan along with garlic naan, I always order / ask for seconds. Their veggie korma is so flavorful and has a nice kick of spice, you can opt for no spicy if you don't like taking the heat. Their butter chicken and their chicken tikka is delicious and flavorful as well. The buffet is $14.99 a person and about $9 for child. When I come during the weekday during lunch time, it's not too busy. If you love Indian food, give this place a try. Amazing service and great food! Will definitely stop by here for all my Indian food cravings, they also have a really big menu as well compared to other Indian restaurants I have visited. read more

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Garlic naan was delish. Lamb very tough and overcooked. Paneer salty. Place was empty at lunch.

For $18+ buffet I expected a bit more, the least of which is proper holding temperatures on the steam table. They were seriously under temp and I'd guess near 100F instead of health code of 150F+ What worked well was catching a one small pot refresh of the chicken tikka masala just as it was poured in. The proper temp made for a burst of flavor This combined by a somewhat meager selection on an about 8' table was disappointing. The freshly made naan was the highlight read more

Saw that this place does a lunch buffet for only $15, I had to come and check it out. Inside is clean and the staff was quick and attentitve. The buffet hours are from 11:00am-2:30pm (seems like 7 days a week) and so upon walking in during this time, they asked us if we were doing the buffet or the regular menu. Of course we opted for the buffet which included a good amount of choices. They had a lot of savory options as well as some dessert too. My favorite choices were actually a lot of the veggie ones! I really liked the Chana Masala, Veggies Korma, and some other mushroom-like curry. Everything was super flavorful. The complimentary garlic naan was also great and a huge portion. We also got an additional order of the Lachha Paratha which I felt was just okay. The texture wasn't as flaky as other parathas I've had. The chicken tikka masala and chicken curry were just okay to me. The chicken texture could have been a bit more tender. But for the value and variety you get at Bhatti, it's hard to beat! read more

Bhatti Himalayan Grill - Spread of some of the buffet items - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

A friend told me about this place and we decided to give the lunch buffet a try. Restaurant opened a couple of months ago. Lunch buffet is daily from 11-2:30pm for $15. It's a really nice, clean and modern place. The servers are very attentive and friendly. The food was really delightful. There's a soup, garlic naan and cardamom rice pudding included in the buffet. I tried a little bit of everything and really enjoyed it all. My favorites were the Saag Paneer, Tandoori Chicken and Mango Chicken Masala but everything was so good. My friends all agree that we need to come back again! read more

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I absolutely think the service here was phenomenal. It felt like they took pride in their interactions, in their food, in their place. When recommending things my waiter looked like he lit up. I came super late on a Sunday night as it neared closing and it was pretty much empty. There's not a ton of decor here. Plenty of seating tho so it must be a good spot to come to during the day / earlier in the night. I think their lunch special seems like the best bang for your buck. We took our food to go. I think this being rated a 4.8 star at the time of this review is a bit high. I would honestly struggle to rate it a 3.5. It hit the spot but wasn't satisfying. It wasn't otherworldly. I got a few items. Paneer tikka. Chicken korma. Garlic naan and paneer naan. The korma was the best in my opinion. The curry was extremely creamy. The paneer naan was a little disappointing. I love paneer but this felt a bit too overcooked. read more

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Do yourself a favor and get some food here, it was SO GOOD! The ambiance of the restaurant is a bit unassuming and didn't quite match how much I loved the food- but I did enjoy the booth seats and the food was served in some cool dishes. Service was ok, pretty much put in your order and they will refill water - they seemed under staffed. The lamb curry was a 9/10 and the butter chicken was a 9/10, once you add some garlic nann it was a 10/10. We were also served rice included in the order. Prices for entrees are about $15-20, and nann was about $5 read more

Bhatti Himalayan Grill - Butter chicken - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

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11/25/25 - my first time here and I brought two guests. I arrived at opening at 11am. A party of three in front of us. They sat us away from the other party which was nice. The cost for the all you can eat lunch buffett was $18 per person regardless of age. We brought a minor who was 10 years old so I think they should have another price for kids. They don't eat much. About 10 items to choose from. The place was modern and had friendly staff. Very clean inside. They bring the naan bread to you. You have to ask for more. I enjoyed every dish I tried. My favorites were the tandoori chicken and the samosas. I would go here again and recommend it. They told me the buffett is 7 days a week. Enjoy. See photos. 5 stars!!!! read more

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I've been driving by this place and finally decided to try it for dinner. It in an unassuming strip mall of fast food and fast casual. This opened about 3 months ago in the old smash burger space. Driving up I was a little worried as it loooked dark and empty but once inside I was pleasantly surprised. Ambiance was nicer than I expected but exactly like I remember it being when it was Smashburger except with table service and cloth napkins. Food took a while to be delivered but I assume it was being made fresh. Each dish came out piping hot and flavorful. We ordered the Chicken Korma, Coconut Lamb, Lamb Kebab, Chicken Bullit, chicken tikka Masala, garlic and plain naan. All was delicious but the lamb kebab was a bit dry and lean. Next time I'd try the lamb chops. Portion sizes were generous. Very reasonsably priced for the service, quality, portion sizes, and taste. Service was attentive and good just not warm and fuzzy. I will be back and look forward to trying the buffet that everyone speaks so highly of in the reviews here. read more

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Truly enjoyed our lunch buffet experience this past Sunday! For $18, they had a nice array of tandoori chicken, vindaloo chicken, various vegetarian curries, pakoras, samosas, fresh salad, tamarind chutney, mint cilantro chutney, a yogurt based sauce, hot tomato soup, and kheer (Indian rice pudding). They also serve you made-to-order garlic naan. Loved all the flavors and textures and variety of food you get! The space is clean and spacious and service was attentive and quick. They have free parking in their lot! Such a great place to satisfy your Indian food cravings! read more

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Visited Bhatti Himalayan Grill Indian Cuisine for their lunch buffet with family today. Having read glowing reviews online, we decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, the experience turned out quite underwhelming. From the moment we walked in, the place felt like a newly managed setup with bright decor but limited seating capacity. Around 30% of the booths were occupied when we visited, yet there was only one staff member handling everything from managing tables to running the cash counter. The service was, quite frankly, one of the dullest we have experienced in our 15 years in this town. The server appeared disengaged, did not check on our table even once, and there was no basic acknowledgment or courtesy. We had to flag them down for the check, which was processed with zero interaction. Coming to the food, the $17.99 per adult buffet was disappointing. The spread was minimal, as seen in the photos, with very limited options from appetizers to main course and dessert. There was just one dessert item, and even that was mediocre. The overall flavor profile was mild, which was not the issue, but the lack of freshness and variety stood out. We drove over 10 miles expecting a memorable meal, but the experience felt flat from start to finish. On the positive side, the kids did enjoy a couple of the chicken dishes, which were decent. Safe to say, this was our first and likely last visit to this restaurant. read more

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Being from the Indian Subcontinent, when it comes to Indian food I am very critical. I'm especially excited when I find a place that not only honors the traditions but prepares the food with the "right balance" for protein & veggies to spice...this place has done it !!! It not only has great food but met my top 5 for any restaurant...1. Plenty of parking 2. Comfortable Booths 3. Reasonable Prices 4. Clean Restrooms 5. Great Customer Service (in case provided by Mr. Fernandez). The naan bread is freshly made for you (either plain or garlic) - the chicken curries I tried (regular curry & tikka masala) were both delicious. Would recommend both of these, including the spinach paneer (spinach curry with paneer cheese), sautéed veggies (had zucchini and egg plant-my favorite) and the tandoori chicken (which was juicy and kept moist with sautéed onions (which are also a must try)). For dessert they had Kheer (aka Arroz Con Leche or Rice with milk)...it was a perfect complement to a perfect lunch...they added cashew nuts & raisins which was amazing. Complements to Chief D'Souza...you can taste the "Love" in his food...keep up the great job...Enjoy !!! read more

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Went here for the daily lunch buffet at 12pm. Buffet starts from 11AM-2:30PM. Very nice and clean restaurant. There were a few tables opened when i got there, so there was no wait. Staff were quick at refilling water and cleaning up the tables. As for the food, there were a good variety of dishes! My favorite got to be the chicken tiki masala and the naan bread! There were vegetarian options. There's also dessert. Would go here again! read more

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Bhatti Himalayan Grill is a fairly new restaurant that has opened in the Stonecrest Plaza of Serra Mesa. The marquee didn't have any permanent signage yet which made the business difficult to locate in the evening because the temporary banner was not illuminated after sunset. Apparently, the space had been vacated for multiple years and was finally refurbished by the current owners. The inside was clean and tidy with a capacity of close to 100 customers. It seemed like the daily lunch buffet from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm was a popular option, however I came for dinner and it was quiet with only a few tables occupied. Each item on the two-sided menu was numbered, and the total was over 120 choices. A column of a dozen items was designated as Indo-Chinese. The rest of the savory offerings was either South Indian or Himalayan. While I was looking at the menu, the server brought a complimentary basket of rice flour crackers and a set of dipping sauces. The thin crackers were called Papadi, and the sauces were tamarind, mint cilantro chutney, and lemon pickle. The last one had a fiery appearance, but it turned out to be mild and tangy. I started my meal with the Chicken Momo that was designated as a Bhatti Himalayan Specialty. Ten chicken dumplings were stuffed with seasonal vegetables and served with Nepali sauce. The dumplings were on the spicy side and using the sauce only amplified the heat so I didn't apply much. For an entree, I picked the Shrimp Palak which was shrimp cooked in a spinach sauce. I normally see the term Saag used instead of Palak. The former allowed the use of various leafy green vegetables like mustard greens in place of or in combination with spinach. The latter meant only spinach was used. I requested mild spiciness for my order which the kitchen did a good job of executing. Several large pieces of shrimp were included which I appreciated. Overall, Bhatti Himalayan Grill was one of the better Indian dining experiences I have tried in the SD area. read more

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Dropped by here yesterday as the BF and I were looking for some Himalayan food that was open late. Was really surprised to see a new spot in the Aero Drive area, and we ended up having a really amazing experience. Staff were very friendly and we got seated pretty quick. The place itself is very large with lots of seating and a nice modern style. Menu has a good selection of categories, including an Indo-Chinese section, but we ended up not ordering from there. All the food we ended up ordering turned out extremely delicious. One worry was the spice level, but nothing was too spicy so that was a plus. We tried the chicken momos (nicely cooked with a peanut-ish sauce that complements it), the Mulligatawny soup (hot and flavorful), the Bhatti Da Murgh (their best seller kebab dish - earns its title), and the Palak Chicken (lots of taste and chicken really cooked well). Finished almost everything, so we didn't have room for dessert, but do hope to try it next time. Glad to have this new spot in the area, and hope to check out their buffet special soon! read more

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Picked up a few things at Walmart and on our way home my Wife wanted Starbucks and again I noticed there's another new Restaurant. We came to check it out and it's an Indian restaurant " BHATTI HIMALAYAN GRILL " they just opened a week ago. Looks good inside and better yet they have a Lunch Buffet! I like the food here and my wife said Wow for a buffet, the food is well seasoned, it's actually pretty good for a buffet, they only have a small section of the buffet but their food is good here, like the Chicken Tandoori , Chicken Masala , Garlic Naan , samosas and more , but the one i like the most is their Chicken Curry . Finally a good Indian buffet and so close to home. Even though there are a lot of stores around , theres plenty of parking spaces here, so finding parking here wont be an issue. Service is great and the owner here is the Chef too and a humble one. We are dining here again for sure . read more

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Finally a quality Indian/Himalayan restaurant close to home! They offer their lunch buffet 7 days a week (11am-2:30pm), so we decide to give them a try on a Sunday afternoon -- needless to say we were pleasantly surprised to find out what a gem this place is. We sampled everything their buffet had to offer and were pleasantly pleased with each bite! Their chicken tikka masala, Tandoori chicken and saag paneer were a few of the highlights -- as well as their chicken curry and mutter mushroom (peas & mushrooms in a tomato based creamy curry), which were both delicious and perfectly seasoned. To top things off, our lunch included fluffy garlicky naan and drinks of our choice (including mango lassi - which was a nice, refreshing treat). Service: Friendly & efficient Ambiance: Clean, open & welcoming Food: Delicious, good quality & a nice variety of options Serra Mesa has become quite a melting pot; we are happy to welcome this new addition to our list of tasty culinary options for our community. Oh...and parking is ample as well. We will most definitely be back soon! read more

Bhatti Himalayan Grill - Ample parking located in the McDonald's/Randy's Donuts parking lot, between Papa John's & Pick-Up Stix. - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

This place just opened and that's such a relief as there aren't many himalayan restaurants in this area! With a wide variety of traditional and popular dishes ranging from Vegetarian, Fish, Lamb, Chicken, and Beef you're bound to find something you like. We ordered the Bhatti Samosa which was an appetizer of flattened samosas over chickpeas and drizzled with yogurt and their traditional sauces like mint and tamarind chutney. It was delicious and hard to stop eating. We also ordered 2 Korma dishes: vegetable and lamb, both medium spicy. There was such a depth of flavor that felt authentic and homemade. I could tell this is a cashew based sauce from the nuttiness which was more prominent than other restaurants- I felt like they actually made their own sauce/paste instead of using store bought supplements. The vegetables in the dish were definitely fresh and weren't just that premix frozen bag of corn, peas, and carrots! The spice was appropriate, actually a little milder than I was expecting, but I'm not complaining! I usually overdo it and wish I went milder. Overall it was a great meal and our server, Fernandez, was so nice and make sure we had everything we needed. We are looking forward trying more dishes off the menu! read more

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Indian Himalayan Midtown San Diego Murphy canyon Lunch buffet Large menu Vegan and vegetaran options Amex accepted Parking available Restrooms inside Indoor seating Chose spice levels Quick service and friendly Large interior read more

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Found this place after leaving my doctor's office. Stopped in to check it out. The worker was very friendly and explained the food and showed me the buffet. The place was very clean and had a relaxing atmosphere so I decided to stay and try the buffet. I'm so glad I did, I ate till I was stuffed. It was so delicious that I can't wait to bring my wife back to try all this delicious food. read more

Bhatti Himalayan Grill - Had the buffet, food was delicious. Would highly recommend! - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

Went there since they have a lunch buffet on a Sunday after my test was done . There were no customers at the time but I got there when it just opened. The wall next to the table was filth and should be cleaned . Now for the food .i got of course the chicken tika masala, chicken chili, and chicken tandoori it was really good and they also bring fresh naan bread . For the price of the buffet i will come again . read more

We have dined at Bhatti's many times and each and every time it is like a new experience with the vast amount of choices of wonderfully prepared choices. We love the relaxing decor, the ambiance of dining and enjoying the conversation with our dining partners. Highly recommend Bhatti. read more

I was so excited to finally try Bhatti, and I'm happy to say it was absolutely the right choice for dinner! I had a serious craving for goat biryani, and since my usual spot wasn't an option, I gave Bhatti a shot--and I'm glad I did. The goat was cooked to perfection--tender, flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth good. The biryani had fantastic flavor--rich and aromatic. It was just a bit salty for my taste, but not enough to take away from the overall experience. I also wish it had a little more heat, but that's on me; next time I'll definitely ask for it spicier. The portion size was generous too, which is always a plus. I'm definitely looking forward to coming back to try their buffet and explore more of the menu. Can't wait! read more

Bhatti Himalayan Grill - 92. Goat Dum Biryani - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

Unfortunately, I've never eaten at the location so the ambience I am not sure about however, the service and the food is always 10 out of five stars. They are on top of it. They give you exactly what you're looking for my kids loved their food. My husband loves their food and the last time we ordered they even gave us extra none when we order from them since they're down the street. It is such a quick easy meal for us and I love it. read more

Love the authentic Indian flavor taste in all their all you can eat menu items. The servers are quick to greet you along with making sure your used plates are taken away promptly so you can be ready for another delightful dish. Although it is a bit warm in there to eat, I still enjoy coming here! read more

Bhatti Himalayan Grill - Fresh Naan bread that is brought to your table as you begin your dining! Warm and delicious! - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

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