Delicious, fresh vegetarian flavors. The thali is sooo goooood. Changes regularly and always well…read moredone. One of the few Indian restaurants that doesn't taste like they have three main sauces they pull from with no effort to make flavors differentiate or pop. The dishes here taste like the chef's actually care about the food. Service is polite and simple. Very low maintenance. Not a restaurant if you like to be picky. Come to enjoy it as it is. My only complaint (and it is minor) is that, because they do a lot of take out, they have a lot of drinks and other items prepared to just grab and go for you. This doesn't work if your order anything other than water to drink at the table. They offer really interesting and refreshing tea/lemonades, yet when they bring the drink it comes prepared to go in plastic cup, sealed, with boba style fat straw (as opposed to the very elegant picture on their menu). It stood out as massively tacky and ugly, especially because of how thoughtful the design choices are for the table scape and the rest of the dining experience. Strange place to cut a corner. Even opening the to go cup at the counter, pouring it into one of the lovely water glasses (which is what I did, lol) would be easy and streamline the beautiful experience.

It's been more than four years since I actively wrote a Yelp review. I stopped because I felt that…read moredining experiences are personal, and everyone should have the opportunity to form their own opinion. Yesterday, however, I changed my mind after having one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've had at Saapaaduu. I've tried to dine here a couple of times over the past few years, but it was always crowded, so we ended up leaving. Since we were in the area yesterday, we decided to give it another try. We arrived around 8:00 PM with our family, including kids, and waited about an hour for a table. Even though I added my phone number to the waitlist, I never received any updates, and it didn't seem like people were being called in the order they were added. By the time we were seated, it was already 9:00 PM. We ordered a few dishes. The appetizers--Chicken 65, Chicken Lollipop, and Pallipalayam Chicken--arrived one by one. About 30 minutes later, our server informed us that they were out of Seeraga Samba Chicken Biryani and only had Vijayawada Chicken Biryani available. Since it was already late and we had no real alternative, we agreed. It then took another 20 minutes for the biryani to arrive. Unfortunately, the Vijayawada Chicken Biryani was nothing like a biryani. It was simply dry basmati rice with chicken gravy sitting at the bottom of the bowl. The rice was dry, and the dish lacked the flavor and texture you'd expect from a biryani. I took one spoonful and left the rest--I didn't even want to take it home. The Pallipalayam Chicken tasted nothing but same chicken curry in Vijayawada biryani with coconut chunks and didn't have the authentic flavor I was expecting. Overall, nothing stood out. The food was mediocre at best and did not justify the long wait. The restaurant itself is quite small. The person at the front desk mentioned that it accommodates around 40 guests at a time, which seems about right for the 8-10 tables inside. Given the limited seating and the consistently long wait times, I strongly feel they should implement an online reservation or waitlist system. Families with young children shouldn't have to stand outside for an hour without updates. It almost feels like the long line has become part of the restaurant's image rather than something they're trying to improve. I genuinely wanted to like this place after hearing so much about it over the years, but unfortunately, the overall experience--from the wait, to the service, to the food--was disappointing. I apologize for leaving a negative review, as that's not something I usually do. However, I believe sharing an honest experience is fair to both the restaurant and future customers. I sincerely hope the restaurant takes this feedback constructively and improves the overall dining experience.

Delicious food and good service!! The restaurant is good for big groups. We went at dinner and…read moreordered à la carte. It looks like for lunch they offer a lunch buffet. We got the butter chicken, garlic naan, and tandoori murg. Absolutely delish and plenty to share with friends. I also tried mixed vegetable pakora for the first time and it was a great appetizer.

Went for the lunch buffet. Wow so delicious and fresh with a huge variety of choices! Glad we got…read morethere early, by 12:15 the line was to the door. Service was fast and friendly as always. The food was fresh from the kitchen and hot our whole time there. Loved the masala chai that came with the buffet. Can't wait to go back. This will be a regular for us

Love Chaat Cafe! Favorite dishes are the butter chicken and the saag paneer. Love that this place…read moredoes a la carte, that way I can order rice/naan with each of my dishes. I recently tried the aloo naan which was AMAZING! Regarding service, the cooks are very quick and the food is brought out fresh and hot! While it's not a fancy place, it is a chill environment where you can go eat some good Indian food with friends and family!

I was at the mall for some shopping and decided to stop by here for lunch. Overall, the food was…read morefresh and well-prepared. The chaat and dahi vada were the highlights of the meal--both were fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. I also tried the samosa with chole The chole tasted fresh and comforting, with a mild spice level that I really enjoyed. However, I wasn't a fan of the samosa's outer layer, as it seemed a bit overcooked and slightly burnt. That said, the filling was tasty and paired well with a cup of chai. For the entrée, I ordered their vegetarian meal and requested a customization with paneer which they happily accommodated for an additional charge. The meal turned out to be satisfying and delicious. My friend ordered the Chicken Seekh Kebab Wrapand mentioned that it was very good as well. The mango lassi was super fresh and refreshing. Another nice touch was the self-service station offering sweet chutney, green chutney, and pickle, which added extra flavor and earned bonus points from me. Overall, this is a great spot for a quick meal while shopping. The fresh flavors, accommodating service, and thoughtful extras make it worth a visit. Overall I enjoyed my lunch with friends and families

Butter Chicken * The…read moresauce has the perfect consistency -- rich, smooth, and well balanced. * The melted butter brings everything together, enhancing the buttery flavor while adding a lightness that keeps the dish from feeling too heavy. * The chicken is charred to perfection. The smoky char adds a deep, layered flavor that complements the creamy sauce and helps refresh the palate with each bite. * The chicken is incredibly tender, making the texture just as impressive as the flavor. Homemade Garlic Naan * The first bite starts with a satisfying crispiness, followed by a soft, fluffy interior. * It's more than just garlic butter -- the diced garlic adds a bold, fresh kick, while cilantro and parsley bring a bright, herbaceous freshness that lifts the flavor and keeps it from feeling heavy.

Went on Friday night for dinner without any reservations. Got seated immediately. They seem to have…read morechanged their name to Royal Haveli. They had a new menu as well. And Their staff is always pretty friendly. We ordered a variety of food. Chili Fish - It was meh. Not sweet thankfully but didn't taste appetizing Chicken Fried Rice - This was good Chicken Malai Kabab - This was good too Tandoori Roti - The size seems to have reduced than how it was before Chicken Do Pyaza - It was not how it's usually made. Won't order it again.

Wait Time: [x][x][x][x][x] Food Quality:…read more [x][x][x][x][x] Service: [x][x][x][x][x] Setting: [x][x][x][x][x] Cost: [x][x][x][x][x] Recommendation? The puri chaat is a perfect starter that's savory and sweet. Get the garlic naan of course and I believe their vegetarian okra masala was amazing! Been here a few times so far and all have been stellar quality Indian food served here with excellent service. I first found this place in the old plaza by Branham by accident as there isn't really much signage around that makes it stand out other than searching for Indian on Yelp. Restaurant itself is pretty small with a few staff running it but their menu has plenty of dishes and appetizers to offer here. I've already tried their puri chaat, okra masala, goat curry, chicken biryani, and chicken tikka masala, all of which were perfectly made and delicious. The main waiter here was super friendly to make sure all was served right and he did an excellent job making sure all was accommodated during our visit. I would definitely say for Indian food in the South Bay Area, Dawaat is now one of my favorite spots to go to for excellent Indian food. Definitely recommending this place for others to give a try, you won't regret it.

Mixed reviews!!…read more Lots of free parking right outside in this quiet complex and welcomed with a warm and friendly service. In $63, we got: - butter chicken - 5/5 - the taste was good and i love how they have an option to add more protein. $20 is a bit too much for this portion size but still good for the taste - chicken tikka kebab - 0/5 - too hard and chewy. After the billing was done, they said i could order it to be less charred next time, which didnt help me today. Skip this if you go. - roti - 4/5 - $2 for 1 roti seemed a bit too much - laccha parantha - 3/5 - fine - gulab jamun - 5/5 - loved it Loved that the place was nut free :) will come back and try more items next time. They close at 3 pm and offer cash discounts

I ordered the beef steak with rice and my bf order the chicken suqaar with rice. The food took a…read morewhile to come out but when it did arrive, I immediately noticed the generous portions. Both meats were juicy, flavorful, and tender but if I had to pick one it would hands down by the beef steak. One thing to note about the dining experience is that it was uncomfortably hot inside the restaurant. I went on a summer day when it was in the high 80s and the restaurant didn't have AC or a fan... it was a lot warmer inside the restaurant than it was outside. I felt so relieved when I stepped outside.

My first time trying Somali food and definitely won't be the last! I read some reviews prior to…read morecoming so I knew we weren't going to have water, but man that tea or Shaah was tasty! It did have a lot of sugar, but it was pretty similar flavor-wise to Indian chai (sans milk), so it paired very well with our order. We ordered the chicken suqaar and the beef wrap. We opted for the chapati (sabaayad in Somali) with the chicken suqaar, but would love to try their rice or their version of injera during our next visit! The menu at first glance looks kinda confusing since they have Lunch in big letters on one side with a ton of their dishes and Dinner on the other side with the remainder of the dishes, making it seem like a few items are available during this time... but the Lunch portion just states that it comes with a side of rice, pasta, chapati, or injera (which is the same as Dinner...) so kind of an interesting stylistic choice there, but this is to say that everything on the menu is available the whole time they're open. The meals were so flavorful- the chicken suqaar had a ton of onions, carrots, chicken, green-bean like veggie, and spices, and was served with a green sauce that had kind of a habanero or jalapeno taste to it. The beef wrap was huge and I only ate half of one for dinner- it was flavored so well and the beef was cooked perfectly. This came with a side of the green sauce and a white sauce. I'd love to return and try their injera with chicken, kay kay chicken, beef suqaar or beef steak, and their sambusas! I saw some on another diner's plate and it looked sizable and filling. Jubba is located right next to a VTA light rail and an apartment complex so there's decent foot traffic, but overall, a wonderful place to try and eat!

I've been frequenting this restaurant for about 6 years now. It's a favorite of my wife's and I, it…read moreis by far our favorite Indian Restaurant. We've tried everything from high end Indian like Ettan and ROoh and neither compare to the comfort and homey flavors and vibe of 8 Elements. Our server Mollison has become our buddy and always greats us with a warm smile. The two items we order every single time is the cauliflower Manchurian and the Chana Batura. The CB is perfectly fluffy like a warm pillow. The Manchurian is crispy, tangy amd spicy, a burst of flavors. We've had the lamb, butter chicken and the chicken trio and everything always comes well seasoned and piping hot. In the years since coming I have invited so many friends and family and they're all return customers as well. Keep doing what you're doing and I hope you are here for many many years to come.

I normally write my review around food, service and ambiance. However, this is a quick update and I…read morewant to rave about one thing. This restaurant is doing something extraordinary. If you ever eat here you'll realize they don't have a tip option on their payment device. Yep, you read that right - no tipping necessary. I want to say that the tipping culture in the USA and some 3rd world countries are getting out of hand. This establishment must be paying their employees a fair wage. I think we need to support these types of establishments. As a matter of fact, I want to bring cash now just so I can thank the hard working folks that service us here. I also want to add that the food here is good. It's consistent. It's spicy when you ask for Indian spicy. It's very kid friendly and every entree comes with rice or naan. This restaurant provides excellent value with good tasting food. I always end up coming back here when my family craves Indian.

I got a super combo which had a potato curry dosa, soft idly, vada, some coconut chutney, a tomato…read morechutney, and some sort of lentil chutney. Massive portion and good price. Great to have on a vegetarian day. We always want to try their rose and mango lassi drinks as well as their chai. The place has maybe 1 table indoors and a few outdoors. Good place to also buy some specialty Indian ingredients and snacks. Don't come here expecting a greeting or warm service but for authentic food, this is great.

I've been a customer of this location since opening day. Even though it is 8 mi from home, this is…read morethe closest IE to us. The entire menu is excellent. The quality is consistent, service is pleasant and cordial. For some of the reviewers below, the clarification is that IE is predominantly a takeout place. Mylapore is meant to be more of a sit down restaurant. The filter coffee at IE/Mylapore is the best in the Bay Area. The service is consistently awesome and I have to credit and thank Ahamed, Latif and Shahrukh for that. Each one of them is consistently very cordial, courteous and professional.

Good Morning everyone! Thank you for tuning in to 92.3 Fm, the bay areas Bollywood station…read more Hehehehe! Just Kidding. Actually, I have to say that the food is very delicious. It is homestyle cooked Indian food. And healthy! Exclusive excellent Service! Good Food. Bathroom friendly. Nice tv shows and music playlists! When I am here , I am Family!

Okay, so this place is *kinda* a dive... but hey, sometimes the best eats are hiding in the most…read moreunassuming spots, right? ‍ Let's talk about their naan bread first--because wow. All three types (butter, garlic, and onion) are absolute *chef's kiss* . Soft, fluffy, and basically begging to be dipped into something delicious. And speaking of delicious, their entrees? The butter chicken is rich and creamy, the chicken curry is packed with flavor, and the saag? So good it could make a grown person weep. Sure, it's a to-go-only spot, but honestly, that just adds to its charm. Whenever I'm in the area, I make it a point to swing by. It's like my little secret stash of Indian comfort food. If you're around and craving something hearty, do yourself a favor and grab a bite. You won't regret it.

Okay so... I know a lot of you have seen my biryani picture. I know this is a small business and…read moreI'm rating the stars because the service was friendly and there seems to be fresh meat. However, I referenced photos from Yelp and Google Maps before coming and I was so excited to try the chicken biryani. I called in ahead and the entire process took 25 minutes. It was... uh... A bunch of lightly seasoned rice and some meat off the bone... I didn't check before I left the store, but I had a conversation with the cashier and she noticed I was buying something spicy. She warned me that the biryani wasn't spicy, to which I replied I knew. I don't know what was wrong with it that day or if it was supposed to be like this? Photos for reference.

Love their Tandoori chicken, can't get enough :)…read more I've come here for the chicken over a dozen times now but my latest pickup was my biggest order yet. I ordered 15 pieces of uncooked Tandoori chicken for 5 people! The chicken was generously marinated and boasted a variety of spices. Everyone at the barbecue I hosted was satisfied.