I've liked each All India location I've tried! In my opinion, this one isn't quite as good as the…read moreArcadia location, but it is still some of the best Indian food that I have eaten. The inside is cozy and well decorated, with some music videos playing. We had no trouble getting a table in the late afternoon on a Saturday, though we did have to flag down a staff member when we were ready to pay.

Another spot to check off our SGV Passport. My wife and I have dined at the newer location in…read moreArcadia on two occasions last year. One was for DineLA and one was for a Yelp event in the summer. This location has multiple parking garages to choose from near the building. This location in Pasadena was nice, just a bit smaller than the other one. The decorations are gorgeous and eye catching. We came in to use our SGV passport for the order of Pani Puri Shots. These were so good went we first tried them and couldn't want to get these again. We came in right before 3pm and they run a daily lunch special from 11:30am - 3pm. The staff was welcoming and worked very hard as she was the only server managing a few tables. We opted for 2 orders of the Pani Puri shots (one free from the SGV passport deal) and the Chicken Curry Lunch Special. The food took some time to come out but worth the wait. The Pani Puri shots were the best! I love the set up and presentation. The little mini cart even moves around with its wheels. You pour em up in the puffs and eat it in one bite! I like the flavor of the pani so I sip some too. :D As for the chicken curry, the flavors were delicious. The portions are good for one person but we shared. The naan was freshly made. The airy and crispiness makes it a great pairing with the whole meal. This location delivered on flavors and was consistent with the other restaurant. The food left us very happy! Thanks, All India Cafe! ( ^_^)b

First off, my husband and I are usually the type to order the same food and go to the same…read morerestaurants over and over again. But while shopping on Colorado Blvd, we decided we wanted to try something different. We both love Indian food, but I have a sensitive stomach, so sometimes Indian restaurants can be hit or miss for me. We decided to give Chak De California a try, and WOW! What a hidden gem. We've lived in Pasadena this whole time and somehow never knew this place existed. The moment we walked in, we noticed how beautiful the restaurant was. The decor is modern, stylish, and has such a warm vibe. The staff and who I believe was the owner were incredibly welcoming and kind. We ordered the chicken tikka masala and the meat platter, and honestly, the food was incredible. The chicken tikka masala was hands-down the best I've ever had. The sauce is absolutely amazing, the meat was super tender, and even ordering it a little spicy didn't upset my stomach at all -- which tells me they're using really quality ingredients. Another thing we loved was the atmosphere. There was a DJ the Saturday night we went, and the music was such a cool mix of Bollywood, French house, and eclectic lounge vibes. It was chill, classy, and not overly loud or crazy. Super cute date night vibe. Overall, genuinely a 10/10 experience. I'm literally at home right now waiting for my chicken tikka masala on Postmates and felt the need to write this review immediately. Don't sleep on this restaurant, seriously go try it ASAP. Yes, the prices are a little on the higher side, but honestly, it feels justified because the quality is there.

Visited this place with family and was quite disappointed. For the prices they asked for the food,…read moreI expect, at the very least: - naan bread to be prtoperly baked, not contain literal raw dough in the middle - rice to be of correct type and cooked properly, not be a mushy mess - waiters to be knowledgeable about the menu, not just reading it back to me when asked a question - waiters to be dressed appropriately, in uniform, not with jeans hanging from their a** like the guy who was serving us - have some tasteful music on the background, not being blasted with some questionable indian hip-hop ...or charge less. Will return out of sheer curiosity sometime this summer and try ordering the same dishes I had last time. If the Chak De gets their stuff together and makes improvements, I will update my review accordingly.

This is the best Indian restaurant in Pasadena. I've been to many and this place is by far #1 on my…read morelist. Definitely try and enjoy you're welcome

While the exterior looked inviting, the experience of having gone to…read more Eat here was then less exciting. I'd hoped to have exceptional conversations with my servers about the Indian cuisine I enjoy, and to see what they offer as specials- moreover, what they like or what other guests seem to make popular ... you know, "specials?" or Server suggestions? There was sadly no such interaction. The servers simply "just passed the time" while I ate very basic, unenthusiastic Indian fare, at one end of the restaurant-- while sat directly facing me chatting boringly with oneanother at the opposite end of the restaraunt facing me (so not FENG SHUI!) they sat at the other end in the heat (they really need to improve the AC UNIT at this location! It was much too hot in there). The staff was incredibly unenthusiastic, and the "experience" of eating here was definitely less than hoped for. Both the experience and the food need to be consciously "spiced up."

They have many of the dishes of my other Indian-subcontinent restaurant, the New Delhi Palace…read more Plus, they have some more northerly dishes. Our evening there gave me a new bit of variety for then and future evenings.

Very homey! Love the food. Some food in this town is expensive with not tasteful but the food here…read moreis delicious. I had Non vegetable Thali. The wait staff were very friendly & constantly checking on me. I am a foodie so I will be visiting this place more often.

Great food! The samosas are really really good, and the chicken was soft and tender…read more The naan was a little crispy, but otherwise the buffet options were solid, at a good price. Our server was prompt to pick up plates, and was nice.

Absolutely amazing experience. The Chicken Curry (medium) was honestly one of the best things I've…read moreever tasted rich, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. Every bite was incredible. Mango Lassi 10/10. It was my first Indian meal and i was completely blown away. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. The restaurant was also very clean and well kept. I already can't wait to come back again. Highly recommend!

I recently visited this restaurant with my family, and we had an excellent dining experience. We…read moreordered the Dal Tadka, Chicken Tikka Masala, Shrimp Tandoori, Vegetarian Biryani, and Naan, and every dish was absolutely delicious. The flavors were authentic, the ingredients were fresh, and each item was prepared perfectly. The Chicken Tikka Masala was rich and flavorful, the Shrimp Tandoori was tender and well-seasoned, and the Dal Tadka was comforting and full of taste. The Vegetarian Biryani was aromatic and satisfying, and the Naan was fresh and perfectly baked. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome throughout our visit. The restaurant was clean, comfortable, and had a pleasant atmosphere for families. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and look forward to returning soon. Highly recommended for anyone looking for delicious Indian food and excellent service!

When we went to Mahan, we were the only customers at the time. The staff were very attentive, and…read morewe got our food quickly! We got the naan variety basket, which was great as we were able to try out all the different flavors they offered. The curry was also delicious, and I did not find it too spicy. I got the mildest option because I cannot handle spicy food whatsoever and I feel like I could've gotten it a little spicier.

The best Indian food! It's our go to and it never disappoints. The owners are very friendly and…read morecreate a great sense of community. The *one* time a small item was missed when we had a *big* order (for a party of ten people), the owner came and personally dropped off the replacement dish and some bonus extras to save us the trip. Couldn't recommend more highly.

Between 3 and 4 stars. The parking lot is easy to get around. I didn't see anything on the website,…read moreyelp reviews, or photos to indicate there'd be a lunch buffet, but when I got there, there was indeed a lunch buffet occurring, for $18.99/person. The set up is a little odd. There are maybe 4-5 tables total, and one was being used as a workspace on the right when I came in. All of the plates, utensils, and cups were disposable. paper plates. plastic utensils. The food itself was above average, taste-wise, and the garlic naan was also above average. I had my usual of rice, chicken tikka masala, and sag paneer, and all were good, but just a bit bland, which normally would not be an issue, but there were absolutely no condiments or spices visible with which to customize one's food. There also wasn't any yogurt to speak of, so while the food was good, it was all of a similar consistency, a lot of curries, without anything fresh to juxtapose with it. The employees were very friendly, with one lady asking us a few times if we needed anything else, and at one point, taking my paper plate and saying I could get myself a new one, but it was a little strange that the whole time we were there, there were only two other people eating by themselves, and everyone else who came in seemed to be friends or family, talking to everyone, hugging, going into the kitchen, and then just chatting at a table by the door. It very much seemed like a family business, but more family than business. I felt like I was at a friend's kid's birthday and had arrived late, and was eating in the back on a folding table while everyone else chit chatted. I think this experience would have been better if the buffet was better advertised/promoted, if there were spices and yogurt, and if there were fewer non-customers present. Still, I'd probably go again.

The service was extremely wonderful! We were welcomed warmly, and our food was delicious. This is…read moremy family's go-to!! Mohammad was very kind and attentive throughout our entire meal. Can't recommend this place more!

Our first visit to Cardamom definitely won't be our last…read more I've driven past Cardamom countless times, but today I finally stopped in for lunch--and I'm so glad I did. We ordered the lunch special with the Chicken Butter Makhani (Butter Chicken), and everything on the plate was excellent. The butter chicken was rich, flavorful, and incredibly tender. The fresh naan, basmati rice, salad, and dal all came together to make an outstanding lunch, and the portion size was perfect. One of the highlights was trying a Mango Lassi for the very first time. Somehow I'd never had one before, and now I completely understand why people love them. I'm officially a fan. A special thank you to Mohammed, who took great care of us. He was welcoming, answered our questions, recommended some favorites, and made our first experience feel comfortable from the moment we walked in. If you're in Montrose or Glendale and have been thinking about trying Cardamom, don't wait as long as we did. We'll definitely be back to work our way through the menu. Highly recommended!