FIRANGI Authentic Indian Gastropub -- What a Place! Wow. I honestly walked in expecting a good Indian restaurant... but what I found was something completely different. This place isn't just a restaurant -- it's a full-blown lounge with style. First thing you notice is the vibe. Beautiful Tiffany-colored interior, elegant lighting, and a stunning marble bar that looks like it belongs in some high-end lounge in London or Dubai. Very classy, very comfortable, very cool. But wait... it gets better. POOL TABLES! And not just decoration -- actual playable tables. $1 a game! I nearly fell off my chair. I haven't played in ages. When I was younger I used to be pretty serious about pool, so naturally I had to grab a cue and see if I still had the magic. Let's just say... the spirit is still there, even if the aim needs a little polishing. They even run pool tournaments on Saturdays, which is amazing. So now suddenly dinner can turn into a little friendly competition. I'm already planning my comeback tour. Now about the food -- absolutely authentic and delicious. Real Indian flavors, beautifully presented, rich spices, and clearly prepared with care. Everything we tried was excellent and I'm already planning my next visit because I have to try the lamb. I've heard it's fantastic. A special thank-you to Sky, the lady boss of this place. She is super friendly, incredibly polite, and very professional. You can immediately tell she knows the cuisine inside and out. She explained dishes, made recommendations, and made us feel genuinely welcome. Hospitality like that makes a huge difference. So what do we have here? * Beautiful lounge atmosphere * Marble bar and stylish interior * Authentic Indian cuisine * Pool tables for $1 (yes, really) * Saturday tournaments * Fantastic hospitality Honestly, this place is a hidden gem. A perfect spot for dinner, drinks, and maybe a little pool if you're feeling competitive. Let's just say this: I will definitely be coming back... probably way too often. If you see a guy practicing pool shots while waiting for his lamb curry -- that's probably me. Highly recommended. woww read more

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A friend recommended this place, and I really wanted to love it and support my Punjabi community. The food was good, but I found it a bit bland for my taste. One suggestion would be for the staff to ask customers about their preferred spice level, especially since many people have very different expectations when it comes to South Asian food. That said, spice preferences are personal, and next time I'll be sure to ask for my food extra spicy. I'm willing to give it another try and see if that makes a difference! read more

Located on Grand Avenue in the former 'Vinz' unit next to the Patio Playhouse Theater, it's nice to have an option for Indian food in Escondido. The restaurant is fairly spacious with indoor and outdoor dining, a long bar, and a couple of pool tables in a connected room/area. I found the decor/atmosphere slightly stark and more 'café' than 'gastropub'. Maybe that changes on busy evenings. The food was great, although we noticed they didn't ask about a 'spice level' -- it was a mild one-size-fits-all spice. A nice touch was a metal water vessel that was provided on the table with metal cups. The owner was friendly. The waitress was slightly odd. Wait time for food was a tiny bit slow. There's a single unisex restroom off the back patio, accessed by code. Ample parking on the surrounding streets and in free public lots. Watch out for 2-hour limit signs. If you're an Indian food lover, check out Firangi! read more

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This place is super cute! Not a traditional Indian restaurant, but they do a good job of delivering the flavors in their own way. We started out with chai tea, and mango lassi, both of them amazing. For appetizers, we got the Firangi Fried Chicken and Samosa. The flavor of the chicken was good, but the coating on it was honestly kind of soggy. The samosas were very large and delicious. I'm a huge fan of both of the sauces that came with the appetizers. My friend had the Chana masala and she said it was good but the sauce was just a tad on the watery side. My other friend got the tandoori chicken bowl and I had the hellish shrimp bowl. We were both super happy with the bowls. They came with Naan bread, korma vegetables and some saffron rice. I thought the shrimp was fantastic, loved how it was breaded in a chickpea crust with a sweet-and-sour sauce. Not really traditional Indian, but really tasty. The korma vegetables were outstanding but I was not a huge fan of the rice. I would've just had a regular basmati rice if I had a choice. My friend said that the tandoori Chicken outstanding that was in her bowl. I loved the atmosphere inside the restaurant. Very cute, colorful and playful. Our server was fantastic and lightning fast. I would definitely return if I was in the area. read more

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The menu is very nice....I don't eat meat, but I do eat fish....and found several items to choose from on the menu....service was great....and server was very nice and helpful..there was lots of seating available....I would like to go back again. read more

So happy there's an Indian food spot in Escondido! Food is delicious and a great location right on Grand Avenue. The drink menu is creative and Indian inspired and my kids love getting the mango lassi. Fun addition: the two pool tables! read more

Some of the best Indian food I've ever had!! I think the owner is the main server. She takes pride in her restaurant/food and it shows. We love how cute the bar is! The pool tables are a nice touch as well. They have some outside tables if you prefer eating outside. This is a newer restaurant on Grand and quickly is becoming one of our favorite places to go out! read more

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So glad we finally got an Indian restaurant in the Escondido area, it was long overdue. It's downtown Escondido but there's still plenty of street parking or in the maple plaza lot. We came here for an early lunch during a weekend, and it wasn't too busy. The decor is freshly painted bright teal and white, and the server was pleasant. We ordered the chicken tikka Masala medium spicy. While the flavor was good, it didn't really seem to be as hot as we expected, although you could taste the spices. I also ordered the saag as its always a go to of mine. I order it mild level and I was happy with it. It was very smooth and light tasting. The garlic naan was fresh and very good, just a little crispy like i like it. We also had the samosas that had potato base. I usually prefer the lamb ones, which they dont have, but these were good. If you enjoy Indian food and live in Escondido you should definitely come, especially since it's one of the only options for this cuisine.. read more

Firangi - Chicken tikka and saag - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

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This place is awesome. Very unique vibe seeing as there is a pool table on one end of the restaurant. Service was fantastic. Everyone was so helpful and friendly. As for the food! Delicious ! We really enjoyed our meal read more

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Great food and service! I would recommend everyone to come try this place. I loved the shrimp and chicken tandoori. Super different and tasty! Big thumbs up to the amazing chef. I will come again and try the other dishes! 10/10 :) read more

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Food 10/10 Service 10/10 Can't thank the host enough for his hospitality and accommodation. We were a group of 8 and we chose to sit outside in the patio. The tables were joined and chairs were set ready for us in no time. I tried their Nimbu Paani, Malai Kofta, and Green Rogan Josh curry. Both the entrees come with rice. You can order roti or naan on the side if you want. The curries tasted very authentic, spiced, and delicious. The host was super friendly, adding riddles to our mix and also gave out desserts ( Chocomosa with Pistachio ice cream and Gulab Jamun) on the house. They were a great combo and tasted like they should. They've a nice ambience to play pool if you're in a mood for it and a bar for drinks. Definitely coming back to try other dishes on their menu. Keep it up, Firangi! read more

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I found this restaurant thanks to the find me gf app. Definitely a gem that we'll return to anytime we're in Escondido. Everything was flavorful and authentic (per my step-dad who lived in India for several years). They have so many yummy gluten free options including Indian latkes and chickpea battered fried chicken (both so good). Also loved the curries, rice, chutneys, pickle and papadam. Can't wait to return! read more

Firangi - Soft shell crab app (gluten free!!!) - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

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Thank you for the hospitality and amazing food! Will be returning for the bar as well :)

New Indian restaurant on Grand. They are in their Soft Opening stages, so they are still getting their bearings- please more thorough dish cleaning (had lipstick on my cup), would benefit from a water pitcher at every table (instead of pouring water into each cup, our server took all of our cups, filled them & randomly returned it to us Russian Roulette style), please check on your tables more frequently. It is also nice when the restaurant has their staff sample the menu so they can give recommendations or describe flavors to the customers, our server told us that they have not tried many of the dishes/cocktails. Nonetheless, service was friendly! The food was amazing. We were told that there will be many more dishes added once they have their Grand Opening so look out for that. They have beers on draft, wine & cocktails. Curry Mac N Cheese: I do not know who Luke is but I can see how this is his favorite dish! Creamy & flavorful. Dynamite Wings: Delicious sauce & juicy meat. Samosa Slim: A must order! Love their dipping sauce. Chicken Tikki Masala: Their sauce is super tasty, with just a hint of spiciness. Garlic Naan: Good. Cocktails were a bit bland. read more

Firangi - Curry Mac N Cheese - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

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We came in for the soft opening. The restaurant looks very put together for still being updated. You can tell that they're still working on the decor but otherwise I love how bright and open the space is. There was 1 worker who was manning the whole place when we came in but despite that the service was great. He was very friendly and answered all of our questions. I didn't catch his name but even the food runner who brought out our food was so kind. As for the food, we started out with the curry fries and the cheese naan. I didn't get a picture of the naan but it was delicious! The cheese was inside the naan and on top it had this delicious mango chutney. The curry fries were delicious too and had a bit of a coconut flavor. I ordered the chicken tikka BBQ and it came with a side of masala and it was delicious! I loved how smoked the chicken was. Overall we will all be coming back. They had some very interesting looking cocktails so we'll be coming back to try those! read more

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I'm so happy this place has opened in Escondido. What a great experience, right in the middle of Grand. I ordered the Layover in Bombay cocktail which was delicious. For food I ordered the samosas and chicken wings. The samosas were pretty authentic with the ingredients and spices, and the sauces to dip them in were tasty! The chicken wings were so good that I only got a picture of the last one. They were sooo good and nice and juicy on the inside. The server was wonderful although I cant remember her name. It was busy when we were there during Cruisin' Grand, and she did a great job making sure we were never waiting long. I can't wait to go back for more! read more

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I had a lovely light strawberry champagne cocktail and a lunch special bowl, chicken vindaloo. It had a great spicy kick, but there are other choices too. The bowl came with chicken vindaloo, veggies, rice and naan and it was all delicious. The atmosphere is relaxing, but uplifting. Service was excellent. I'm so glad I finally got a chance to try this place. I'll be back. read more

Firangi - Lunch special bowl "chicken vindaloo". - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

What a fabulous spot! The food was outstanding and we loved the concept. I would like to see a little better (dimmer/cozier) lighting and the window booth benches are a little high, but not the end of the world at all. We will definitely be back....soon. read more

We walked in unexpectedly and treated to an amazing experience. The samosas were so fresh, tikka masala was excellent. The butter chicken was heavenly. 10/10 would come back. read more

I have been going here since they opened, and everything they make is delicious. I decided to invite some girlfriends here for happy hour and it was amazing. Lots of great choices. Both the food and drinks were delicious and different than the usual. We had so much fun. The only change I would have made is the TVs were playing News feeds. Right now I'm going there to escape the bad in the world, I don't need the reminders. Music videos or sports would be better choices. read more

Firangi - All the appetizers! - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

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We stopped in to get a nice quick lunch just as Firangi opened today. They've recently remodeled the space and the interior decor is really nice. We ordered the Slim Samosas, the green Rogan Josh, and the Chicken Tikka Masala. The samosas were the best I've ever had! They were so flavorful and crispy. They came with two chutneys and both were delicious. One was a green herb chutney and the other was a sweet chutney. Both of the curries were perfectly spicy and rich with tender meat. The rice was perfectly cooked. We will definitely be back. read more

Firangi - Menu - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

Great northern style indian classics Food was delicious and the staff were great I will be back The chicken vindaloo was perfect read more

Firangi - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

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In the photo is the Butter Chicken curry & Masala with Lamb curry! Couldn't recommend this place more! Start with the NaanHummus and get two Cheese Samosas! Then get your curry and a drink- I recommend the Mangonada if you're in search of a mocktail. The customer service 10/10! Everyone was friendly and kept checking in on how everything was tasting. This place is great make a quick stop or a dinner date HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Firangi - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

We were greeted with a big hello when we came in. The menu was great Skye our server was so helpful. She let us taste the spiced iced tea and made some recommendations. The tandoori salad and the Curry chicken bowl were just perfect and so tasty. We had some time constraints, so the food came quickly enough and skye was able to get us out with time to spare. The decor was fun and we decided to sit in the windowsill. The spiced iced tea was also great just enough flavor. We will come back. read more

Firangi - Fun sitting area and great decor. - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

I saw Friangi during a local car show and it seemed poppin'! What got me to try this place out was from a friend's recommendation and I am so happy that I did! I love that there is an Indian restaurant on Grand to really "spice things up". There is plenty of indoor and out door seating. Pool tables are open to play for a $1. The food is a fusion of Indian and American cuisine. A perfect example of this is their Curry Fries (which I highly recommend trying) and their Curry Mac N' Cheese. Their Samosas are also very flavorful and delicious! I'm vegan so I was beyond thrilled to see that they offer many vegan options! The vibes are so chill and laid back. Service is on point and I was lucky enough to meet the owner who is so kind and welcoming. He took the time to get to know me and other customers and always greeted anyone walking through the door with a "hello". At the time of this review, they have been open for around a month. Whether you want chill place for an afternoon beer or a date night, this place has definitely got you covered. Firangi is a MUST! read more

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This is a pretty new place so I graded it on a curve. First, everything was delicious and flavorful. Some of the best tasting Indian cuisine I've had in a long time. The restaurant also had a unique feel to it. Kind of beachy and bright. The servers were very friendly and did a great job for the most part. Some of the things we ordered didn't make it to the table and my order was wrong. That said, what I did have was so tasty I didn't care. This type of thing is to be expected during a soft opening. I'm sure with a little time, training and TLC, this place will be a mainstay on Grand Ave. read more

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This corner of Esco hasn't held a good restaurant since Vinz left...until now! Hooray for Firangi-which means foreigner btw... They've transformed the space into a welcoming, fresh-feeling, open environment. Menu is an upscaled modern version of Indian food but without any stuffiness. Tried their Indian bruschetta, chicken and vegetable korma, garlic naan, karma soup-all spectacular. They are very accommodating and will make changes without huffiness. Can't wait to try more intriguing items. Full bar and local beers on tap. The space is appealing for all types of diners-couples, families, working peeps, people seeking nightlife etc. A truly unique treasure for Esco! read more

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I stopped by this new restaurant on Grand Avenue in Escondido and loved it! There is free street parking outside the restaurant, inside and outside seating, pool tables inside to play games, and delicious food! My wife and I got 3 different foods and loved all of them! In fact, we ate every last bite! Haha! 100% recommend. The food was so flavorful and tasty. It is a little pricey, but not compared to what other Indian food places charge. We will be back! read more

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The women boss of this establishment was idle folding napkins while there was only one server that was currently helping us. Instead of her actually helping she decided to come over and cut off her conversation with us, to rudely ridicule her for not seating some customers. Mind you she's only server on the floor. Extremely unprofessional and lazy entitled boss. Only come here if you want to support bullying great employees. read more

How lucky is Esco to have this place in their downtown. Huge beer n cocktail list which what I always think is missing when it comes to an Indian restaurant. Also pool tables n very nice decor. Food all looks amazing. So jealous this place isn't in my town of Oceanside but hey now I have even more reasons to go inland to downtown Escondido read more

So grateful to have Firangi join the Escondido area, not only for its amazing Indian cuisine, but providing wholesome ambiance where guests are invited to hangout and stay awhile. Not something you find in the traditional atmosphere. The owner and his family are lovely. We got to know Raj himself, who shared he envisioned a community atmosphere to welcome diverse clientele. The customer service was superb and a reason we will absolutely be returning. We tried a variety of appetizers on the menu from the samosa's, to the latkes, impressed with each dish and its authentic flavors. We appreciated the diversity in the menu marrying Indian cuisine with pub style bites. A hit are their curry fries we intend to try next time. The curry's are also to die for, each uniquely flavored. Give this small business a try & stay awhile, you won't be disappointed! read more

Firangi - K - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

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15/10. Some wild fusion options to mix it up without losing what you love about Indian food. Fun challenges like free papadam for attempting a dance move, billiards tables, and a super personable staff create a killer vibe here. The old space has really been brightened and livened by their overhaul. Their spicy sauces are actually very spicy, which we love, their naan is my favorite around, the low ABV cocktails are creative and tasty and the beer selection is great. Portions are generous and we always have leftovers; value for the money is great and it will take forever to get all the way through the full variety of menu options but we're giving it our best try! read more

Yum yum yum!!! I wasn't sure what to expect. The first time I came here, but I must say the food and the flavors are absolutely AMAZING! The cocktails are creative and tasty, as well. Highly recommend! (Bonus: Diamond pool tables!) read more

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What a fantastic addition to Escondido! We finally have the Indian restaurant we've been waiting for. Firangi, right on Grand Avenue in the historic district, is absolutely worth a visit. The space is warm and welcoming with beautifully set tables and a great vibe. The staff couldn't have been nicer--super friendly and made us feel right at home. We ordered the Chicken Tikka, Tikka Masala, Tandoori Shrimp, both classic and cheese naan, and the Mango Spiced cocktail. Every single thing was delicious, full of flavor, and plated with care. Escondido has needed a place like this for ages, and I'm so glad Firangi is here. I'll definitely be going back. read more

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If happy hour had a glow-up and a passport, it would be Firangi. Hands down the best happy hour in Escondido and honestly, it's not even close. This place puts a fresh, modern spin on Indian food that feels elevated but still wildly fun. The $5 cocktails? Criminally good. The $8 appetizers? A steal. And the curry wings? I would like to formally apologize to every other wing I've ever eaten because THESE are the standard now. Let's talk chutneys. Homemade. Fresh. Absolutely bomb. The kind you start eating "just to taste" and suddenly you're planning your life around them. Firangi somehow nails that rare combo of bold flavors, great vibes, and prices that make you double-check the menu like, "Wait... is this real?" It's the perfect spot for after-work drinks, date night, or impressing friends who think they've "had Indian food before." Do yourself a favor: come hungry, come thirsty, and come early--because once people figure this place out, happy hour here is going to be packed. read more

Firangi - Indian Latke - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

This place is sooo good. I originally ordered for delivery when they first opened and OMG! It was delicious. I could eat the curry sauce by itself. That's how good it is. I was being annoying and I went to work to rave about it. A couple of my coworkers tried it because of me. Their butter chicken phenomenal. Their lunch items? Spectacular. If you're one the fence, try it. read more

All the food we tried was amazing, the drinks were also incredible. The atmosphere is relaxed and very enjoyable. We're definitely coming back very soon. Highly highly recommended. Service is great! Update: they catered our party and everyone loved the food. read more

Had a wonderful early dinner here today - samosas & lamb vindaloo (both well prepared and delicious), refreshing Indian lemonade and pistachio ice cream which really hit the spot The interior ambience is chic and inviting and the service was friendly and professional. Escondido has been pining for an Indian restaurant for well over 20 years. So glad to have Firangi here to fill that need. read more

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My husband and I absolutely love Firangi! From the moment we walked in, the ambience was so warm and inviting. We were seated right away, and the staff was incredibly friendly and attentive throughout our visit. We started with a few appetizers (all delicious!) and then ordered the Chicken Tikka, Shrimp Tikka, and Chicken Masala -- every single dish was packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. The food came out quickly, but nothing felt rushed -- just great service and even better food. It's also the perfect spot to hit on a Friday night during Cruisin' Grand! Great vibes, great location, and consistently amazing food. We highly recommend Firangi to anyone craving flavorful, authentic Indian cuisine in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. We'll definitely be back again soon! read more

Firangi - Taj Mahal beer and sparkling water - Indian Near Me - Escondido, California

We're officially Regulars at Firangi because we can't stay away. We'll probably be there tomorrow on fact. The food is so so good (best Indian food I've had in all of San Diego, and we've driven far to try to find the best in the area). The chai brings me straight back to Delhi--it's legit! There are many gluten free options including fried chicken and shrimp (chickpea flour I think). And the service is exceptional. We're superfans. read more