Diya

4.2 (136 reviews)

ModerateIndian, Himalayan/Nepalese

Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Ted R.

If you're in the area, don't automatically walk to the IKEA food hall. Diya has incredible samosas. I hear the butter chicken is really good too. And who doesn't love a mango lassi? Sometimes I just grab a quick to go as the kitchen is really fast. Not a fancy decor, but nice enough for dine in. There are a lot of tables and very friendly service.

Thien H.

We ordered food from Diya via a delivery service. Unfortunately the chicken tasted "old" to me. It had that old chicken smell which is a same because I love Nepalese/Himalayan/Indian food from restaurants and making these foods at home. The bread was stale and the samosas were very small. The donut rings were just okay. I did like the chana masala though. Samosas Chhole Bhatura/Puri Palpali Botuk Chilli Chicken

Genie O.

Maybe I'm just happy to be off my feet having hot delicious Nepalese Indian spiced food but I'm thoroughly enjoying my chicken thali plate. Beautifully presented and prepared with my gentle and kind server. The ambiance is clean and works well though nothing stellar. My food arrived promptly hot and fresh. Naan was thinner, my preference, chewy and buttery. The music videos were fun and not too intrusive since they were up high but may not be enjoyable for all. Prices were reasonable enough. A win all around especially with my Lagunitas IPA and chai to go!

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Lindy C.

I love when food makes you want to sing at the top of your lungs. Looking for a comforting and warm dinner, I stopped by Diya for some butter chicken. The food was superb and I enjoyed our garlic naan. We ordered goat curry and butter chicken - both were well portioned and enough for dinner + a midnight snack after. I really enjoyed how tomato-y the butter chicken was. The service was friendly and attentive. I believe it was the owner? who was helping us out and he graciously explained the menu and made sure we wanted exactly what we ordered since people mix the dishes up sometimes. We also went at a quieter time so we ended up talking about the music videos playing on the tv with him hahaha.

Sharad B.

Tried Diya Restaurant recently and had mixed feelings. I ordered the Paneer Tikka Masala and Veg Momos. The paneer was soft and the gravy had decent flavor, but it leaned a bit too sweet for my taste. The veg momos were steamed well, but the filling didn't have much punch. The dipping sauce helped, but overall, nothing really stood out.

The food was bursting with flavor and authenticity! I came in for a quick dinner with no expectations and left with a new favorite Indian/Himalayan spot in San Francisco. Super friendly staff and generous portions. Try the momo dumplings and daal curry for a vegetarian flavor experience you didn't know was possible.

Seth R.

One of the best Indian food in sf for me. I always got the take out from them. The restaurant is very open and spacious. And I always see the one guy there that I assume he also the owner. I've been there many times now and he also recognize me after a few visits. I've never dined in but I can tell the service from him would be great. The usual that I always order were rice biryani. The texture of the rice and flavor is really great and you can tell how spicy you want it to be, I ordered chicken to come with in also and it really juicy and tender. Fresh garlic nan is really nice and warm that go with the curry lamb or vindaloo lamb. The lamb here has no funky smells which I hate , just tender and lamb flavor is perfect. The spicyness of these 2 dishes could be really spicy if you let them know. I like the curry more because it got more sourness from the tomatoes but the vindaloo also great! The last couple times, he even gave me some dessert on the house to go home with. What a nice gesture from him. I've tried some of the Indian food restaurant in the city but this place just got my heart to it.

Tanish S.

I've quite confused by this restaurant. Chili paneer: $11.99 + tax for this amount is absurd. The sauce of it tastes good but the paneer wasn't pan fried or anything at all before being combined with the veggies. Daal Makhani: Spiced well but too watery so the lentils sink to the bottom. Some of the ingredients were also questionable. Daal isn't supposed to have green onion in it.

Cory A.

Portion size was good for the price and the food was tasty! Tons of vegetarian options. Not too many people on a Friday night, but overall we enjoyed it. Service was quick and for being on market street the noise levels were fairly quiet. Best to take public transit as there is little parking but you are just a block or 2 from the Powell Station.

Adam B.

A new Nepalese / Indian joint taking over that old fried chicken soul food space. The interior is very bare bones, but the menu is quite extensive. I tried to stay away from the Indian staples so I could try the Nepalese dishes and other rarer dishes. Most were pretty darn good! Himalayan Chicken Momos: An obvious must when you get Nepali food. It's kinda like a Chinese dumpling, but the chicken feels like it was cooked separately then shredded (unlike ground chicken steamed from raw in the Chinese dumplings). Also, lots of nice spices such as turmeric. But the real difference is the robust orange colored sauce that tasted somewhat curry-like. Way more interesting than soy sauce and vinegar. Palpali Botuk: Another Nepali treat, but one that I have never heard of. It's a bit falafel-like, but flat and donut shaped. Very hearty with the dense lentil base that is deep fried. The cilantro-mint chutney is a perfect pairing to contrast the deep fried crunch. Chili Chicken: This seemed more like a Desi-Chinese specialty. Deep fried crunchy chicken chunks toasted in a tomato-y sticky chili sauce with lots of bell peppers and red onions. Reminds me of chili paneer, but with chicken. Definitely a fan, especially since these types of fusion are hard to find around town. Shrimp Balchao: This was the only non-appetizer I ordered, but it was kinda appetizer-sized. A few shrimps lightly battered then tossed in a dry spicy sauce. The shrimp seemed overcooked, because they were a bit tough. Also smelled a little fishy, which isn't common for shrimp. Probably the only dish I didn't care for.

Amy W.

I just need to temper these great reviews with a realistic one. Located in the old Farmer Brown location - they have stripped the dining room of every single bit of charm it use to have. They pretty bar is gone and that section of the bar floor along the nice wall of windows has mismatched flooring to the rest of the room. The room just seems empty with generic tables and chairs widely spaced apart due to COVID. There are posters on the wall for decoration. (The decor was actually kinda sad, I bet with a $800 investment at Home Goods they could do infinitely better.) There were 3 of us. We ordered a few things: the momos, the fried artichokes, the butter chicken, a mushroom and spinach thing, some rice and some bread. Everything was fine, it just wasn't great or special. What I hoped would be the star, the butter chicken was too sweet and not enough meat (and it was shredded rather than those nice tandoori chunks). Service was fine, not great or super attentive. Who knew you paid at the register (we didn't until we asked)? The bathrooms could be cleaner/nicer.

Jenny P.

This is my second time getting Diya for lunch through my workplace lunch system called Forkable. I ordered the Paneer Tikka Masala and a side of garlic naan ($15.98) The tikka masala is slightly different than other spots because it is cooked with onions and bell peppers! They really bring out all the flavors and the curry is so tasty!! The garlic naan was also good! But not as garlicky as I would like it to be (but that's just me bc I love garlic). It also tasted more flour based. Portion size wise, the first time I got it, I had only 3 pieces of Paneer (cubes the size of a quarter). I was disappointed but I didn't like it deter me because of how much I enjoyed the curry flavor. I'm glad I ordered again because the second time around there was a lot of paneer and veggies! I would recommend Diya and would try some of their other curries next time!

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yossie S.

2 years ago

Me and some friends got our dinner there before heading to the Warfield. So much tasty food for such a reasonable price! I'd love to name my favorite dish, but, to be honest, they all rocked. I'll go back, again and again.. read more

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Eric C.

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3 years ago

I wanted to like the food after reading the bad reviews, but the food wasn't very good. It wasn't awful, but everything was watery and didn't taste as good as a typical Indian restaurant. Their tikka masala literally had 4 pieces of small chicken in it, and no cream in it as it looks like dark red tomato sauce. Chicken inside was dry. Probably the worst tikka masala I've had. Still edible but my least favorite. They also forgot 2 orders of rice and 1 order of naan with my postmates order. Gave this place a try but will not order again. read more

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J R.

3 years ago

Whenever we're staying in Union Square, this is my husbands and I first stop! The chicken masala is SO good. The cheese nan is an absolute must. The man working here is always so kind and gracious whenever we've been in. Highly recommend this place for a delicious meal!!! read more

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moon l.

4 years ago

Went to San Francisco for a short trip and stumbled upon this place. The fact that it's been a month and I still think of their savory food should say a lot about just how exquisite their food was! My friend and I went there almost every day during our trip and I can't get over just how amazing the food was. I loved their chicken tandoori, chicken biryani, and veggie chow mein ! Their garlic naan is to die for too!! These were my top favorite things to eat and that I ended up ordering every day after trying other various dishes. The customer service is also pretty splendid too. I'm thinking about going to San Francisco again just to try their food one more time because I can't find a place that sells chicken tandoori as good as theirs!!! Thanks for treating us so well!!! read more

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Pratikshit S.

4 years ago

Rice were having a special note of taste, and the quantity was perfect for one person. The raita served along complements the dish at best. One should definitely try this chicken biryani if you love Indian cuisine and craving for some spicy food.Chicken Biryani read more

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Colton W.

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3 years ago

This is the best and most consistent Indian food in San Francisco. Tulsi and Binu are quite friendly and they run the restaurant well. The menu is extensive and everything I've had has been top notch in terms of flavor, spiciness, quantity, and temperature. It's a very big space so large parties are no problem. The food comes out fast and they have large Taj Mahal beers to keep you content while you wait. You'll be well taken care of. I highly recommend Diya! read more

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Jeffry B.

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This is a fantastic lunch spot; reasonably priced, flavourful food, and a pretty clean place. The location is mostly self-service; meaning you get your own water, order & pay at the cashier. The dishes are pretty flavourful; they may not look like a lot of food at first glance, but they filled me up pretty quickly. I cannot say that this is the Best Nepalese food I've ever had. But the best one I've had is at Half Moon Bay, so their claim of being the best in the city may be warranted. I don't know if I'll ever choose this place as a destination, however, I'll definitely return if I'm around the area and just want a solid lunch spot. read more

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Tameika E.

3 years ago

Ugh, I really wanted to like this place but it just didn't work out. I ordered the daal and it was hella salty, couldn't finish it. The Naan was tough like it was microwaved too long and not freshly baked. The calamari pakora was overcooked and greasy and the gobi manchurian was aiiight. I feel like I wasted my money because I didn't finish anything I bought. And though I shouldn't complain about the portion size cuz the food was subpar, it was small and not what I expected for the money I paid. Definitely not going back. read more

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Katie B.

3 years ago

Authentic Indian cuisine. It was one of the best I've had and the customer service was great. Parking like most places in the city is hard to come by. Come check this place out for Indian/Nepal food! read more

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Tulsi A.

Thank you for your feedback Katie, we are glad to know that you…

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Queen Yentl C.

3 years ago

I stayed in a hotel a few blocks away. The first place I was going to go had recently closed so I found DIYA using Apple Maps and Yelp and decided to try it. SOOO GLAD I DID!! It was so good! I ordered the Hariyali (Lamb) and a side of white rice with Garlic Naan and Samosas for an appetizer. Everything came out piping hot! Great portions and super flavorful! It's a no thrills establishment and you just order at the counter but there's plenty of space for parties or multiple people and they also have TV were they sometimes play Bollywood videos. I will definitely be back on another work trip! read more

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Audrey C.

5 years ago

Their foods are all good!!! I especially loved their chili chicken Their service was the best and the restaurant was also so clean and nice. read more

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Teresa M.

3 years ago

We came here over a year ago and I still tell people how good the yellow dal tadka and palak paneer were here. We only came to visit; I wish we could enjoy it more often. Reviewing mostly to save this as a favorite! read more

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Margaret M.

3 years ago

I stayed near Moscone/the Metreon on a trip in April and one night I ordered takeout from Diya. I usually order dal makhni, a flatbread and raita as a sort of baseline when I try a new Indian/Himalayan place. So that's what I did. The person who gave me my order was friendly in a low-key way and the food was hot when I got it. The raita was fine, and their naan was fluffy and reasonably flavorful, but the daal was excellent -- memorably excellent. They make it in the style with several kinds of legumes/pulses and don't cook them to mushy oblivion. It was delicious and very affordable for food in SF. I plan to make it a destination on future visits. read more

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Denzel D.

5 years ago

3rd Indian place I've tried so far. This place comes in 1st. Free oolong milk tea dispenser, naan was great taste and texture, tikka masala was smooth and tasty, karahi chicken has good kick in spicy but tolerable. Milk tea definitely goes with the meal read more

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Actually C.

3 years ago

That wrap y'all sell on the menu is diabolical. I'm sure there might be other items on the menu that are pretty good but this 1 star is for that concoction. read more

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Tulsi A.

Thank you for your feedback. We will look into how we can better our…

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Mirnellys A.

5 years ago

On the search for a place to eat we passed by Diya and were surprised by the sign "best Indian and Napal food in the city". We were intrigued and decided to try it out. I ordered the Palak Paneer and my husband ordered a vegetable Tikka Masala, both plates were absolutely amazing! The service was also great with very inviting staff. I will definitely be coming back here. Also be sure to tell the level of spiciness you would like while you are ordering if you are afraid of burning your soul. read more

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Amy H.

5 years ago

This place was amazing! What a find :) So yummy and affordable! I got the fish masala for only $9.99 and my date got the curry lamb. Both dishes plus mango lassi, saffron rice, garlic naan, and side of raita ended up only being $42.00 which is damn reasonable for Indian read more

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Angelica M.

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5 years ago

This place is offering dine in. I had Indian food for the first time on my trip to San Francisco for my daughter's 14th birthday and the food was absolutely delicious :D The portions are very generous and prices are cheap! read more

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Zack H.

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5 years ago

They are not know for their interior decorating but their food is what will have me coming back. The service was prompt and the menu was extensive. We decided to give some Indian dishes we had not tried before a shot. The Artichoke Pakoras were lightly fried and very tasty with the green dip. The Palak Mushroom Mutter was so rich with flavors and something I will be craving more of. It paired very well with the Saffron Rice & Garlic Naan. Looking forward to trying more food from Diya! read more

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adam p.

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Nice owners and good hot food prepared from the heart. Hot sauce packed a punch would recommend if your into heat!

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Jason L.

4 years ago

Great amazing food. The gentleman running the place was so gracious and amazing. We order five different entrees, rice and naan. Everything was delicious. The prices were really good for SF. The place down the street was about $4 more per dish. I will definitely come back here. read more

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Scott L.

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Sita was a great find thanks to Yelp! I ordered takeout here and everything was fresh and tasty. I enjoyed the Lamb Vindaloo, but the best dish was the Himalayan Bar-B-Que Fried Chicken. It was wonderful! It has a slightly crispy coating smothered in a tangy and spicy sauce. I'll definitely order that again! I tried the artichoke pakoras because I'd never seen then before and they were just OK. The garlic naan and mint chutney were also very good. I had a small hiccup trying to use the Yelp checkin coupon and couldn't save it for later. That's not Diya's fault, but an issue with the Yelp app. Next time I'm in the mood for Indian and/or Himalayan, I'll definitely go here again. There's a lot more on the menu I want to try! read more

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Sandeep P.

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6 years ago

I am a regular at diya. The place is simply the best Indian food in the SF city. The food is simple without being overloaded with spices. The chef (also the owner) makes sure to cook with freshest ingredients and cook it freshly on order. It's a family run restaurant, it's so organic to see how they strive to give great good. Try out the tandoori breast, tawa fish, free chai tea, mango lassi, goat biriyani, and Baingan masala: best eggplants in the bay!!! read more

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Anna C.

5 years ago

Great flavors, small portions, best for pick-up vs dine-in. We have tried 20 Indian places in SF, this place has the best Benghan Bartha (eggplant) - made with Indian eggplants (small ones) vs Japanese (the big ones). Great pakora and naan as well. read more

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Susie S.

5 years ago

Thali with goat meat was really good. Chicken chilli was really good too. Great customer service. Budget friendly read more

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Stephanie W.

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6 years ago

This is going to be our go-to spot for takeout Indian during COVID. Really glad to have discovered them. Fantastic flavors and the cooking / ingredients used are very obviously high-quality. Super extensive menu that goes beyond standard American favorites as well, when it comes to Indian food. Recommended! read more

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Karim F.

3 years ago

Never been here physically. Get delivery and it's always on point. Good balance of flavors.

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Daniel G.

4 years ago

Delicious food and wonderful service. We were greeted with open arms by the host. Our food was served expeditiously and tasted fresh with a great flavor profile of lots of spices. Would definitely return!! read more

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Casean H.

2 years ago

Hidden GEM. Great Ambiance. My recommendation, challenge yourself and try everything on the menu. Service is stellar, personable, friendly and the food is OUTSTANDING!! read more

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Farid B.

5 years ago

Nothing was good about this place Chicken not fresh Naan was never cooked in the tandoor The worst chana masala I've ever had Chickens frozen from restaurant depot I just threw a 50$ in the trash bin read more

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Crystal H.

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Delicious Indian Food! I ordered some spicy rice dish with goat and Naan Bread and it was delicious. The goat was cooked deliciously and the rice was the perfect amount of spicy. My food had been ready a while by the time I got there (which was totally my fault) so I was nervous that it would be cold by the time I I took it to a nearby park for lunch. But it wasn't! And the naan bread actually stayed good, which is rare (you know how sometimes it gets gummy after sitting for a few min?)!! When I came in, unfortunately, there was a man who seemed "off" standing in the restaurant harassing the workers. But they were non-confrontational with him and very sweet to me. They apologized about that situation and even gave me a free bottle of water. I think this place is new! So try it out! read more

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Hey Crystal, Thank you for checking out our place and leaving a great…

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Laura R.

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The food was delicious they were really nice . The place is serving for takeout during covid. They are barely opening up, and they gave us a complimentary dessert. It was realy good i had the butter chicken and the chicken masala with gaic naan read more

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Thanks Laura, We are glad you enjoyed our food. You're always welcome…

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Sandra C.

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6 years ago

Just got a seekh kebab wrap and it was amazing! Hands down the best I have gotten in a long time. The eggplant curry was good too! Once a month we get Indian food and I think we may have just found a new place to order from on a regular! read more

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Tulsi A.

Thank you Sandra, Great to have to as our customer!

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Eugene Q.

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5 years ago

I've tried many Indian places in SF. This particular is one of my favorite ones--the best chicken masala in town with garlic naan and saffron rice! So delicious, I bite my tongue every time I try it, lol read more

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Alaina C.

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3 years ago

Chicken tikka Masala tastes more like a Tomato Bisque soup rather than authentic Tikka sauce. I guess it pairs well with the cheese naan. read more

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Chitta B.

2 years ago

I ordered for a pickup. Went to pick-up. The food was ready in time. Since, I was staying in a hotel, I asked the person to give me fork/spoon/etc. He said it is already in the stapled package. Came to hotel and opened the package. No spoon, fork, napkin etc. Somehow I ate it. The Dal chicken was good. This is a message to the owner to let his employees know how to prepare packages for takeout. I was planning to order again tomorrow, but now I will not do that. read more

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Udval A.

6 years ago

I got to know this place through a friend and this is definitely one of sf's best hole in the wall kind of place. Their food was soo good, already have been there a few times now. My favorite is the lamb curry but everything else is equally good. All their staff was Nepali so this is as authentic as you can get. read more

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Raquel G.

6 years ago

I actually had high hopes for this place. I ordered through DoorDash which took about more than an hour to come. My ordered come in a brown lunch bag. It was packed in there sideways. So the bottom of the of bag was leaking and ripping. I was also missing my mango lassi which I was sad about. Lastly, there was a small piece of hair in my naan bread :( I was so sad. Like seeing that hair in one place made me wonder about the food. I LOOVEEE Indian food but this isn't it. read more

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Maxwell B.

4 years ago

You get what you pay for - cheap prices and buy-one-get-one frees, and the quality reflects that. The chicken tastes unusually gamy, and the curry is thin and watery. Sorry, Diya - I wanted to like ya. read more

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Zanna B.

4 years ago

I had the Thali with Chicken Tandori. The Dahl and Naan served with this dish were both exceptional. Highly recommend!

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25 Mason St
San Francisco, CA 94102
Union Square, Tenderloin
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(415) 644-8776
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Hours

What time does Diya open?

Diya opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Diya opens at 12:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Diya close?

Diya closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMSat-Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Diya take credit cards?

Yes, Diya takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Diya have catering options?

Yes, Diya does have catering options.

Does Diya serve alcohol?

Yes, Diya serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Diya have TVs?

Yes, Diya has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Diya have bike parking?

Yes, Diya has bike parking.

Does Diya have outdoor seating?

No, Diya does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Diya have parking?

Yes, Diya has parking options. Valet Parking

Other Amenities

Is Diya wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Diya is wheelchair accessible.

Does Diya have free WiFi?

Yes, Diya has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Our business Specializes in North Indian and Nepali Food. We are open Starting on June 30th. In addition to traditional Indian foods, we also offer some authentic and outstanding dishes from Nepal and India. We offer plenty of vegetarian and non-vegetarian foods. We have the best Momos in the city! Additionally we have wraps, kebabs, briyanis, currys, naans and many more items. We deliver via: Uber Eats, Doordash, Postmates, Grubhub, and Caviar. We also provide free delivery to nearby customers.

History

Established in 2020.

We are a new business with a goal of bringing authentic North Indian and Nepali food to San Francisco.

Meet the Business Owner: Tulsi A.

Hello there, I have worked at Indian and Nepali restaurants for more than 20 years. I love to make and serve delicious food. I opened Diya with the goal of providing higher quality Indian and Nepali food at affordable price. We hope you try our food. Make sure to introduce yourself, or leave any suggestions when you stop by our place.

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So glad I stumbled upon this place because everything we got was super tasty. The outside was…read moreunassuming but had a pleasant atmosphere inside. It wasn't too busy on a weeknight so we were able to get seated without a reservation. This spot should definitely be on your to-try list.

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The garlic naan in itself gives this restaurant a 5 Ordered the garlic naan, chicken momo steamed…read moredumpling, and a chai. Plenty of seating inside. Service was great! The garlic naan was the best I've ever had. Crispy at the end and edges and soft and light at the outer rim layered with salted butter on both sides of the bread with fresh garlic slices on top paired with fried garlic bits and cilantro bits. Would come again just for this appetizer 2.99$ 10/10. Momo chicken dumplings - not bad but both sauces provided are spicy. I can't eat spicy so I didn't get to dip my dumplings otherwise these may have tasted a lot better. Meat inside wasn't dry and had a light taste of curry with slight spice. Not a hit for me but could be if you like spicy. Chai was not my cup of tea but my friend liked it. Strong tea flavor but not sweet or creamy enough for what I like. Get if you like a more natural water based chai flavor.

Offers Indian and Chinese food momos fried rice ..newer restaurant ..mountain theme ..got chicken…read morebiryani ..after the Roxie

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I've been hearing great things about Dancing Yak and I'm pleased to say I agree with them! There…read morewere so many things on the menu that I wanted to try and they had so many options for vegetarians!! I like how their menu is structured where every dish can be made with any type of protein so everyone has options for trying the same dish. I was most excited about the kale chaat and I loved it!! It was very refreshing and a great appetizer. We also got the Shaapti and the Chow Mein and they were both good. There are definitely other dishes I want to try so I will be back!!

First time having Nepali food and the vibes were fun at the dancing yak. Staff were super nice and…read morehelpful. Food wise - if you like Indian curry you will like Nepali food which has Chinese and Indian influences. The samosa soup was delicious, the curries were flavorful and the momos (dumplings) were very juicy. Also the cocktails here are delish! Purple haze was a win!

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I have now had food from Base Camp three times, so I feel comfortable finally writing this review…read more First of all, I have to say the pork chow mein is the best chow mein I have ever had in the City and perhaps just ever in general. Genuinely. Absolutely perfect. Delicious, well seasoned and with lots of pork. I had to restrain myself from wolfing it all down in one sitting! That said, I also tried one of the curry dishes my first time, and was thoroughly unimpressed. It was bland and I wish it had more spice and texture. I will definitely enjoy the noodle dishes again in the future though! Thanks also appreciate the cute interior, and the vibe is nice if I want to take friends out for a casual evening meal.

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Clean bathroom

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Pork Chow Mein w/ onions, sprouted beans, broccoli, crunchy snap peas | $21

Yarsa Nepalese Cuisine

This small and understated restaurant served up good quality food in a clean establishment. Be…read moreaware, curries and other dishes don't come with rice, so make sure to order a side. My food was very good and our server was able to tell me that dish (like most dishes there) was naturally gluten free. I have Celiac and had no bad reactions after eating. I will say, my friend and I both ordered "medium" and definitely found both dishes to be mild, so I may have given 4.5 instead of 5 stars if possible.

I normally avoid giving any restaurant low ratings since every restaurant can have off days but…read moreread on why. We were in pier 39 area and this place was not too far. We ordered chicken momo, chicken noodle soup and veg chilli momo. The chicken momo and veg momo were just ok. The noodle soup had instant ramen in it and undercooked. I was planning to overlook that. I went to the restroom unfortunately you have to pass through the kitchen to go there and I was stunned how dirty the kitchen was. On top of it, I noticed they had boxes of frozen samosas from grocery stores as well as frozen momos. So basically this restaurant is reheating frozen food and selling it as fresh Nepali food and hoping no one will notice. The dirty kitchen and reheating frozen food from Indian grocery are not my idea of Nepali food. Hopefully the restaurant will change its way from my feedback. I love Nepali food and Nepali people and hate to give low reviews to small businesses.

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The food is sooo good here. The millionaires bacon is definitely worth the hype…read more I was shocked at how good my premium chicken soup was. I was slightly disappointed that it was chunks of meat instead of a whole Leg quarter that was in some of the pics. The japchae was really good, but I could've done without the rice underneath. I think I would've liked it more if the rice under was crisped from the stone plate. K tacos were okay. The fries that came with it were really good. Service was okay. We arrived at 6pm and there was plenty of seating, but by 7pm the place was pretty full.

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Pimped up ramyun, locomoco, Blackstone benedict

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Rinzin T.

5 years ago

Having from restaurant background, we can tolerate lot of inconvenience but this was by far the worst. We were visiting from east coast and dinned at multiple Nepali restaurant being Nepali ourselves but this restaurant by far was the worst in terms of food taste and customer service experience. First, bad experience started with the server/ host, who right of the bat assumed we couldn't afford the food or were trying to order one dish for entire family and take up there space even though restaurant was 90% empty when we dined. Interaction with the host included with him assuming, judging, interrupting and making rude comments. Assuming the food might be better than his attitude we decided to stay for the food but turns out we should have walked out. Momos weren't streamed long enough, dough was still not fully cooked, chowmein tasted like Hakka noodles, not nepali style, curry was bland as hell. Everything in the picture which is 90% of the food was left on the table uneaten despite how hungry we were after Yosemite hike. Hopefully, other family won't have to experience what we did. read more

John D.

2 years ago

Downright horrible food, definitely not authentic Indian food. Ordered the yellow dal tadka - received something that was neither yellow, nor dal tadka. Dal had green onions in it?! Dal was undercooked, watery and had like big pieces of white things in it. Owner/manager extremely rude, especially if you are Indian, so would recommend avoiding going in person or calling - if must order, probably best to use an online platform. This restaurant is best left to the non-Indians - from the past reviews too, it seems like that is the only audience that can digest this food. Only pro is probably the price - hard to get dal + rice/naan for $12 in the city, but this food is definitely not worth the price even then. You pay for it with your digestive system the morning after. read more

Ajay C.

Elite 19

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3 years ago

I dislike SFO downtown for its filth. I stayed at a walking distance from this place and thought I'll give it a try. Place looked like an ancient building. Vibe isn't great unlike the food. I ordered- Chole batura: tasted good. I liked the portion size for the price you pay. Biryani: I guess you can call it a masala rice instead of biryani. It did not resemble or taste like biryani. It was consumable and I liked it. Dal makhani: it was delicious and I paired it with steamed rice. This is my go to combination when I'm away from home. Food was served super hot and prices were decent. This place is an oasis for vegetarians in sfo downtown. Worth a try. Service was quick since it was not crowded at all. I would rate this place a 3.5 overall. read more

Mandodhary L.

6 years ago

This is my first ever review for any restaurants at Yelp. I could not stop myself after trying their food. I was dying of hunger and looked for places to eat near by. Diya new INDIAN AND HIMALAYAN CUISINE popped up. It was their first day in the business(June 30th) and I wanted to give it a try. I ordered and get them delivered in time. They were all fresh, perfectly balanced and delicious. Must try Chicken Tandoori, Keema Naan.You will thank me later. I will be ordering again ...... read more

Zachery M.

5 years ago

Fantastic cuisine! Chicken tikka masala, lamb vindaloo, palak paneer, and garlic naan were ordered. Everything was extremely tasty, with just the right amount of heat (can request less spice if wanted). The prices are reasonable, and the portion sizes are excellent; I will definitely return! read more

Jax D.

5 years ago

Dominic B.

5 years ago

Racist staff!!! When they don't properly wrap your food they say "what's wrong with you fucker?" After the order arrives and it spills... fuck these people! Treated the Indian guys in the restaurant like kings and the black person like a dog. read more

Abdullah F.

6 years ago

I loved being at diya ! The atmosphere is great especially the quality of food is amazing.. would definitely recommend this to other.If your an indian food lover then you will fall in love their food read more

Sohit M.

6 years ago

We live next door to them and they provided us a lot of great food on their first day. We really enjoyed the taste of the food and the kindness of the staff. We're excited to have them around us. read more

Bishnu A.

6 years ago

New delicious Indian food in San Francisco. Very tasty Garlic naan, butter chicken, samosas, and mango lassi. Definitely my new FAVORITE Indian restaurant in the city read more

Keesha A.

6 years ago

I love trying new flavors and definitely, this one surprised me a lot! It was delicious for those who love spicy food! I'll come back

Menuka A.

6 years ago

Amazing Indian food in San Francisco & great price & friendly staff. Today is their grand opening so got good food in good price!!!!!

Deepak B.

114

6 years ago

I ordered tandoori chicken and palpali botuk with citrus yogurt, was amazing.. highly recommended, best food in the town....

Mark Vincent H.

5 years ago

Great burgers. Definitely recommend and can say the service, food and atmosphere make for a great meal.

Ruth S.

5 years ago

Great food and wonderful service. Everything was super good and we will be coming back for sure!

Catherine K.

4 years ago

Delicious food! I wish I had gotten the recipe for the meal I had. Can't wait to go back

Angel B.

6 years ago

This food was amazing and you can tell it was cooked with love. Definitely recommend.

Tiara J.

6 years ago

Super good food. Indian is my favorite!! I especially love their tamarind sauce!!

John R.

6 years ago

Excellent indian food. The taste like no other in the area. Recommend

Ayushi T.

5 years ago

Worst food I ever had. Please do not waste your money.

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Indian & Pakistani halal food…read more As soon as you walk in, you see the cooks, tending to the naan & roti, stirring the pots, all with the ease of seasoned professionals. You smell all the curries. Chicken curry is comfort food for me, so anyplace that's wafting with it is really speaking my language. You'd think that chicken curry would be easy to get right, but no. I've been disappointed many times. But not here. Biryani is another go-to for me, & again it's easy to assume that it's a hard dish to fail. That is not so, but they nail it every time. The biryani's here are moist & full of flavor. They're on the spicy side, even though we request mild, so be warned. Your nasal passages will be clear when you're done! Chicken tikka masala is not something I ever ordered before I met my husband, & he doesn't really order anything else. He is not half Indian like I am, so he gets a pass. Anyway, he raves about the CTM here. Roti & naan...all naan is not created equal. But the breads at Curry Leaf are a hit, not a miss. Incidentally, their papadam chutney (the green one) is the best in town. They should bottle it. You order at the counter. It's bare bones, with no frills. Just authentic Indian food. 4 stars

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Was craving Indian food and came across this place close by the area. Definitely hit the spot. We…read moregot the lamb curry and onion naan and they were super flavorful. The bread was well seasoned and the curry flavor had a lot of depth.

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Great atmosphere, extensive menu, and Indian grocery store attached! Good service and great…read morelocation.

Absolutely amazing chaat, awesome prices, kind and gracious service, good vibes. And their location…read moreis amazing if you live in Soma. It's 2-min walking distance for me, and I love this place so much that I come multiple times a week. And their menu is so massive that you'll find something you like! The chaat and pakoras are amazing. I'm slowly moving through their menu and have ordered almost all the different chaat and pakora so far. The Papri and Samosa chaat are epic. And I'm a sucker for the Kulfi Falooda at the end.

Khan Karahi Kabobs

4.2

(14 reviews)

Stopped by Memorial Day weekend as it was one of the few places that was opened…read more My friend and I ordered the wrap and it was AMAZING! Highly recommend stopping by to support this hidden gem!

A Pakistani newcomer in the old Peruvian joint. Not a huge place and not a huge menu. However,…read moredon't let size fool you, there is so much flavor here! Seekh Kabob Karahi (Beef & Chicken): I wanted to try their signature dish, but I didn't wat to deal with messy bones in curry during a work week lunch. Hence, the seekh kabob was the perfect choice. I got the two variants of minced meat, one beef and one chicken. Both were nice. The real star was the actual sauce which tasted freshly made and full of flavor. Seriously, I can't remember the last time I had a curry this nice. Tasted delicious against naan. Chicken Tikka Masala: Wanted to try the tandoori chicken, but also was craving a comfort curry, so chicken tikka masala was the perfect choice. Firm bits of tandoor roasted chicken in that signature creamy tomato sauce. Soaking a piece of fluffy naan into that is just divine! Lamb Chops: Cooked fresh to order, so takes about 20 minutes. Loved how the exterior had that seared tandoor char and the inside was tender and full of flavor. The onions and peppers added some tang, but the real star was the cilantro mint chutney bottle they gave on the side. It paired perfectly and really elevated the lamb. Garlic Naan: This felt like a supersized naan. Very puffy but also nice crisp edges. Just enough garlic for a nice taste without being overpowering. Onion Naan: Not as fragrant as the garlic naan, but still a nice tang. Little bits of red onion sprinkled on top a rather large naan. Aloo Naan: Felt a bit skimpy on the potato filling. Like just a light spread instead of feeling like you're eating spiced mashed potatoes instead bread.

Mashaallah Halal Pakistani Food Restaurant

4.8

(340 reviews)

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This is my 4th time here. I come to SFO for work and this is a great place for food made with…read more pride and love! The owners are always working and offers great suggestions. She was right!!! I love the lamb shank! Falls off the bone with fantastic flavors! This place is very reasonable and service is always great. The food is not sitting under a heat lamp so be patient. The taste is fresh and delicious.

If you're looking for authentic Pakistani & Indian food that tastes exactly like home, this place…read moreis an absolute MASHALLAH. This is not just a restauran - it is an experience filled with hospitality and the comforting feeling of being with family. Mr. Waqar & Mrs. Rabia are most humble people you will ever meet. From the moment you walk in, they welcome you with such sincerity and affection that you instantly feel at home. Mrs. Rabia has a remarkable way of making every guest feel special. She treats everyone with the same care & love a mother would show her own children. The food is outstanding, with generous portions and authentic flavors that transport you straight back to Pakistan/India. For breakfast lovers, the Halwa Puri with cholay is among the best I have had (available any time of the day, 7 days a week, is a huge bonus. The homemade parathas remind me of my mother's cooking, my absolute favorite & something I crave regularly. Chicken Biryani with Shami Kabab bring back memories of home with every bite. The Chapli Kabab paired with fresh paratha is simply irresistible-I can never get enough of it. The Beef Haleem is rich, authentic, & prepared exactly the way it should be. The Lamb Shank served with biryani rice is another exceptional dish that showcases the quality and authenticity of their cooking. Our first visit was only a month ago & since then we have already returned around 10 times. That alone speaks volumes. If you want delicious food, authentic flavors, generous portions, and hospitality that makes you feel like family, this place is a must-visit. Highly recommended.

Chutney

3.7

(1.4k reviews)

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This was my first time ordering here and I liked what I got…read more I ordered the chicken tikka masala, garlic naan, and white rice. I forgot to mention the spice level for the curry in my DoorDash order, but it turned out that it was a gentle heat and I enjoyed it. The curry was flavorful and I liked that it was on the creamier side. It went so well with the rice. There were about six pieces of chicken, which is enough for me. I know that this curry is one of the more affordable options on that block, so I think the amount was good for the price listed on DoorDash. It's probably a much better deal if you order in person. The garlic naan is huge and one piece can be good for two people... maybe four people if they want a quarter. But I don't think I a quarter is enough lol. I ate the whole thing. Though I love curries with rice, I think I'll just get the naan next time since it's so big. Since I got this to go, I can't comment on the ambiance. My order was placed around 4pm and I got it within 20mins. I'd order from here again to try another entree or biryani.

Chutney was overhyped to me by a friend of mine. Decided to give it a try but it was not worth it…read morewhen there are spots like Pakwan in the city with easier parking and not as bad of an area. Went there and there was a parking spot on the block of chutney but was held by an orange cone. We asked the restaurant there if we are allowed to park and they said they know nothing about it and to go ahead. So we moved the cone and parked then some lady took the cone and started mouthing off saying her friend was suppose to park there and she walked the cone to the other side. Then you see her friend come up with her car and idk what they were trying to do. Friend just kept going forward then reversing and repeating every few mins. Thought they were going to start drama with us or key the car once we left so we waited for a bit. Ended up just going into Chutney and sat at the window to keep an eye on the car. Same car was doing the same shenanigans going forward and reversing for some reason. Anyway, that was a long rant that had nothing to do with Chutney. Don't really have anything good to say. Gentleman that sat us down was nice. Gave us our menus and asked us to order at counter when we were ready. We ordered plain and paneer naan, tandoori chicken leg, chicken biryani, seekth kebab, chicken jal frazi, chicken tikki masala, chicken boti and the lamb chops. Best thing was the paneer naan. Cheese pull was insane and very flavorful. Very delightful when fresh hot. Chicken boti and lamb chops were extremely dry and overcooked. The lamb chops also was very salty and I'm usually more prone to saltiness. Chicken Jal Frazi was like a chicken curry with vegetables. This was probably the second best thing and went well with the naan. Chicken Biryani was kind of plain compared to somewhere like Pakwan and portion was pretty small compared to Pakwan. Tandoori leg wasn't as juicy as other places, it was also a bit dry. Seekth kebab was pretty firm but wasn't terrible. Their sauces (the green mint sauce and tamarind chutney) were a bit watery and not as flavorful as other restaurants I've tried. Price wise - they're not terrible. Most items were under $15 and below besides the lamb chops. But for some reason, the same guy that sat us down, ran the register and he charged us $1 more on every single item besides the sodas so we didn't even bother tipping. And when we tried to ask one of the servers for an extra spoon after he served our food, he just kept walking as if he didn't hear us. I won't complain about that too much because maybe he simply just didn't hear us. But don't expect too much service here. Our food took about 30-40 mins to arrive too. Others that sat down after us, got their food first so not sure what's the deal with that. Was worth a try but probably won't come back.

SpiceX

4.5

(13 reviews)

SAY WHAAAAT??? Indian Cuisine to the power of SpiceX! We heard about this new ghost kitchen while…read morein San Francisco and decided to try it out. The owner was there at the time so I asked what makes this establishment different that the rest. The chef cooks nutritious and healthy Indian cuisine, each dish prepared either in an oven or with steam! Could you really prepare Indian meals without using heavy oil and loads of cream? We were truly intrigued and of course excited to try this for the first time. The results...... We could not believe that great Indian cuisine could be prepared this way and could be such a bargain! Everything on the menu is $9.90 or less. At that price, we decided to order several dishes to try out. The chef is cooking traditional cuisines from various parts of India to perfection. Here is everything we ordered and my review for each: Peri Peri Wings - These are to die for! They have a nice zing and I have never tried anything like this. I found my new favorite type of wing flavor! Comes with 5 pieces mixed with wings and drumsticks. Phenomenal dish! Channa Masala - Once again, very flavorful. A little bit on the spicy side for me, however I look at how much flavor is in each bite and this hits nicely! Channa is cooked to perfection. Tandoori Chicken Tikka - A different spin on these. These are not the typical boti cubes. They are varying sizes of chicken spiced with a nice tandoori masala. They have the perfect amount of spice. (I would have preferred more thicker paste on them, so hopefully the chef gets this and can accommodate my request on my next order. A definite hit! Chicken Tikka Masala - So this is my go to dish at any Indian joint. This is definitely one of the most pleasantly flavored version of the dish that I have had. This was a hit with the kids as well! Truly excellent and packed with flavor and spice. The boneless pieces of chicken are moist and tender. Paneer Masala - Simply delicious. Once again, the flavor profile on this is outstanding. The gravy is jam packed with wonderful and aromatic spices and the paneer cubes are perfect consistency where they are not soft and have the right amount of chew! Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani - Authentic taste with the perfect amount of garam masala (too much can overpower a dish but this definitely appears to be the level at other restaurants I have ordered from). Flavored with the right amount of spice that makes the dish very flavorful. Comes with several chicken pieces that are cooked perfectly and the meat falls off the bone. Served on a bed of flavored rice with sizzled onions on top. A very healthy portion for under $10! Overall, this will be a definite go to when ordering Indian food in San Francisco. I cannot wait to try the rest of the dishes on the menu and update the review. You will be surprised to get such wonderful, tasty meals for such amazing prices. Congratulations on opening the first SpiceX in California. I cannot wait until it comes to the South Bay. I want to be customer #1 there!

I ordered the donne chicken biryani and it was the worst biryani I have ever had! The biryani was…read moretoo salty, no taste of spice whatsoever and the chicken was extremely dry (tasted like they boiled the chicken and put it in rice and put some salt and green paste and called it a biryani). Please avoid this place at all cost! I could not eat more than 2 spoons and had to throw all of it away! I am not sure why this place has a high rating in Yelp, I ordered from here because I saw the high rating!

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