Amazing food! My family and I went for Mother's Day, and we all agreed that this is the best Indian food in Santa Clarita. The owner mentioned that the restaurant is family-owned and uses no food dyes in any of their dishes. My nephew, who had never tried Indian cuisine before and prefers to only eat chicken tenders, absolutely adored the food as well! I 100% recommend this place the ambiance, service, and food were all excellent! read more

Amazing food, wonderful service, and friendly staff. I highly recommend this restaurant!

Incredible food, and very attentive service. It feels like every server cares about your experience. The ambiance is quietly elegant and personal. I'm looking forward to dining here again, definitely my go to place for Indian food. read more

After a long day at Six Flags Magic Mountain, we wanted a full sit down meal and Great Indian Kitchen had some amazing reviews. We were greeted with complimentary crackers and some kind of chutney. It was really good and we enjoyed it! I have never received any kind of complimentary item at an Indian restaurant to welcome us, so this started off a great note. And the tasty chutney really set the tone as well. * Gol Gappe (8 pieces) $9.95 - We've had variations of this dish but what really stood out was their sour and spicy mint flavored water. That is beyond delicious! I literally drank it all up and have been trying desperately to find recipes on how to make it. It was SO good. * Masala Dosa $15.95 - This was pretty good and it's served with a spiced potato curry. We ended up ordering a second one. * Lamb Curry $19.95 - This was good stuff on basmati rice or with naan. * Bhindi Ki Sabzi $17.95 - It was our first time having this classic Punjabi dish and it was good as well. * Garlic Naan $4.95 * Basmati $6.95 Food overall was really enjoyable and I think often of that flavored water that accompanied the gol gappe. Service was okay. We sat at a rectangular four top and I found it annoying how the younger server would bring items over my shoulder when there was a more obvious open space for him to serve us. I think this is a basic training issue that could be fixed. There is a 3% surcharge for using credit cards. 4.5 stars read more

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I dropped by Great Indian Kitchen after a very long day, and in desperate need of calories. I was met with a brilliant and patient waitstaff who were attentive in every way, and in a setting that was comfortable and inviting. The food was extraordinary--the dal was delicious, the saag was incredible, and the tikka paneer appetizer was sumptuous (the mixed onions, tomatoes, and lime that accompanied it, along with a mint chutney, was the best!). The homemade chips with pumpkin chutney were also a revelation. If you're in the area, please do yourself a favor and stop in. The service, the setting, and the food all are well worth your time. read more

We drove out from Burbank on a perfect, light traffic Memorial Day evening, based on the great reviews, and they didn't disappoint! It's a cute little place with Bollywood clips on one tv and Cricket on another. Service was good and great conversation with the charming Manu. We had a delicious Dahi Puri, Samosas, chicken Tikka Madala, Chicken Korma, Basmati and Naan. Everything was great, and my wife even proclaimed it was maybe the best Korma, ever! This is a little gem that I highly recommend! read more

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I only stopped by for a quick takeout order, but I have to say the service was great. The staff was very friendly and accommodating, even though I was just picking up food to go. I ordered the aloo tikki appetizer, and it was okay, not bad, but not something that really stood out to me. I'd still like to come back and give this place another try because the service definitely left a good impression. read more

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Absolutely blown away by this place. We ordered the shrimp chaat, samosa, rack of lamb, and goat curry -- and every single dish felt so special. Usually with Indian food, you kind of have an idea of what flavors to expect before the food even comes out. But this restaurant surprised me in the best way possible. The flavors were incredibly unique, bold, and layered in a way that felt much more authentic and exciting than the typical Indian restaurants around here. It honestly felt like the kind of food you'd discover at a vibrant street market in India. The shrimp chaat was packed with flavor and texture, the samosas were perfectly crispy, the rack of lamb was tender and beautifully seasoned, and the goat curry was rich, comforting, and unforgettable. On top of the amazing food, the restaurant was very clean, the atmosphere felt welcoming, and everyone was genuinely kind and attentive. You can tell there's real passion behind the food here. Definitely one of the most memorable Indian food experiences I've had in a long time. read more

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I went to the lunch buffet here last summer because I kept seeing the signage and wanted to try it out. The building was pretty spacious. Seats weren't densely packed so it feels like there is a lot of room. I came on and got seated immediately. The buffet had a lot of vegetarian/vegan options. I went for the vegetable biryani, saag paneer, chicken pakora, chicken tikka masala, lamb vindaloo, and vegetable korma. Garlic naan was not a part of the buffet spread but was delivered separately by the waiter. It had a good garlic flavor and was warm but not too buttery. I liked the vegetable biryani and the vegetable korma. The korma was tender and very flavorful. The saag paneer tasted a bit off to me and my first plate of chicken masala was a bit dry. After they refilled the chicken masala, I got another serving and it was much better and more tender. They also had a small desert selection but it was nothing to write home about. I also saw a dead cockroach outside the bathroom door but I think it just crawled in from outside to escape the heat and died. Overall I think what makes this place attractive is the value. The buffet is pretty affordable and allows you to fill yourself up with a variety of food. read more

Great Indian Kitchen - Plate from Lunch Buffet - Indian Near Me - Valencia, California

Read the other reviews for food. Mine will solely be for info I wish businesses were upfront about. This is my fight against hidden restaurant fee-flation and for price transparency. lunch buffet price as of 5/6/26 Extra service charges or fees (other than tax and tip): 3% credit card fee, signs at the register, which is inside and towards the back of the restaurant, by then you'd most likely have already sat down and will only see when paying Tip lowest default: electronic/tablet, 15% Allows bill split/itemize: yes, 6 people Fee transparency/fairness score: 3/5 NOTE: tip seems to be based off of subtotal and tax DISCLAIMER: 3% fee seems to be based off subtotal + tax + tip (electronic), which makes sense read more

Great Indian Kitchen - lunch buffet price as of 5/6/26 - Indian Near Me - Valencia, California

Pro tip: bring cash as they charge a 3% surcharge on the final amonut (after tax and tip) for credit cards This is an affordable spot for Indian lunch buffet with delicious food! They offer the lunch buffet 11-3 everyday. When we went on Tuesday around noon, it wasn't that crowded with only 2-3 other tables occupied. On weekdays, the buffet costs $17.95 per person and comes with your choice of chai or soft drink. On weekends (Fri to Sun), it costs $19.95 per person, and in addition to the chai or soft drink, you can opt for a glass of champagne as well. They had a good selection of veg and non-veg dishes along with an assortment of chutneys and raita. On the day I went, they had the following mains, to give you an idea of their selection: biryani - vegetarian and chicken chicken tikka masala chicken curry fish vindaloo tandoori chicken dal makhani rajma (kidney bean) shahi paneer mixed veg curry pakora - veg and chicken My favorites were the chicken tikka masala, the chicken curry, the rajma / kidney bean curry, and the mixed veg curry. The tandoori chicken was good as well. As for the others, the fish vindaloo was too spicy for me, the dal makhani bland, and the gravy for the shahi paneer was too sweet. You can also order plain or garlic naan to eat with lunch in addition to the basmati rice and poori available at the buffet. They offer fresh fruit, so I ended my meal with orange slices, but they also have Indian desserts like kheer (rice pudding) and halwa. Service was good. Because it was never super busy in the restaurant, the servers checked on us often and collected finished plates. They also refilled waters / soft drinks quickly as well. read more

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Wow. It's difficult to come by good Indian food, but this place is really good. Went around 3 pm, after buffet style was over. Restaurant had one other person inside, service was quick and attentive. Interior was decent and had some hanging plants around the sides. Let's get to the food. Started off with some little fried like chips with a garlic paste sauce that was on the house, really tasty! Vegetable Samosa - 10/10 DELICIOUS! Spiced absolutely perfectly! Genuinely really good, and the sauce was extremely tasty (really loved the red one specifically, I think it's tamarind?). Interesting shape too. I wish you guys would make chicken samosas too, could take it to a 10000/10! Lamb Saag - 8/10 Really good! The lamb was quite good, not chewy (which is hard to come by). Could have been a little more tender, and the sauce itself could have been a bit creamier, but very solid. Garlic naan - 9/10 It's good garlic naan, enough said! Onion Kulcha - 8/10 Tasty onion kulcha! Lachha Paratha - 8/10 Good buttery flaky bread Ginger Ice Cream - 10/10 GET THIS, SO GOOD! Didn't expect to like it as I don't particularly care for ginger, but both gf and I LOVED IT! Get this! Kheer - 3/10 (GF rating 8/10) Never had this before, but for a rice pudding was not expecting this. Was extremely watery, like soupy. Definitely thought it would be thicker. Cardamom flavor was far too strong as well, not my thing. Gf loved it though! In fact she thought it paired great with the ginger ice cream. read more

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If I could give 6 stars, I would. Sahej was so hospitable, greeted us as soon as we walked in and got the 6 of us sat. We felt like family-- and every single item we ordered on the menu was made with the utmost care, bursting with flavor. We ordered so many things to family-style-- and I can confidently say you can't go wrong with any of it here. The ambiance is a beautifully, warm lit atmosphere with bursts of color (pictured)-- I love how much thoughtfulness is placed in the space. Wheelchair accessible, located in a strip mall with tons of parking. We came here after our Six Flags trip and plan to make this our stop on the way home every time we go! Thank you so much, Great Indian Kitchen! read more

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I went here yesterday and it's $20 for the lunch buffet, which is a steal. It includes a glass of champagne, hot, chai tea, or rose milk tea, all that you can get iced or hot. Service was very friendly. The garlic naan was like the best I've had. Even their plain chicken they noted doesn't have food coloring and it sure tasted delicious! I had two huge plates and I was so full. The place was very clean, which I appreciate and that includes the bathroom. read more

Great Indian Kitchen - that's hot chai in the back and rose milk tea! - Indian Near Me - Valencia, California

What a lovely place to eat a relaxing meal. The food was served hot and delicious. The service was great. Kind of that family atmosphere where they all work together which makes it easy to get anything you need. They have a buffet, but we ordered off of the lunch menu. Everything was great. read more

Love that this place is family owned, and all the recipes are straight from Grandma. She even came out to our table and said hello. The staff is family from Father who owns, to sons who were our great servers. So very polite and can truly say this place was authentic in the flavors and spices that come from India. Can't wait to come back and try something else on the menu oh and you want the most delicious made by Grandma dessert, try the mango ice cream. FANTASTIC! read more

Great Indian Kitchen - Homemade mango ice cream - Indian Near Me - Valencia, California

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We had a great experience here! The food was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. You can really tell it's family-owned because everything tasted homemade and authentic. Our waiter was incredibly kind, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. We'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for amazing Indian food! read more

I tried Indian food for the very first time last night at this restaurant, and it was such an amazing experience. Everything was incredibly flavorful, fresh, and absolutely delicious. I was a little nervous about the spice level, but they were so accommodating and made sure the dishes were toned down for me, which I truly appreciated. The food still had incredible flavor without being overwhelmingly spicy. The ambience was wonderful as well -- warm, inviting, and perfect for a relaxing dinner. This was my first time visiting this specific restaurant, and it definitely will not be my last! read more

The food is unbelievable. This is our 4th time here. The malai kofta is outstanding. My husband tries different things when we come. He has had the chicken tikka, mushroom masala, and the lamb tikka masala, and shrimp curry. He has loved each dish. The service is great too. Very friendly, and fast service. Definitely come here for delish food. read more

The family here is great. If you have no idea what you want or new to having Indian food, come here. They will help guide you and everything! Anything you get will be great. Just come and try it out. read more

When I lived in NYC, I thought we had the best, most authentic Indian restaurants anywhere outside of India. Then, I had dinner at an Indian friend's apartment and realized I was wrong. And then, I spent a summer in India and realized I was really, really, really wrong! So, when I tell you that the best, most authentic Indian restaurant in greater Los Angeles is in Valencia, you can take it to the bank. I knew Great Indian Kitchen had been drawing diners to their pickup spot for the past year and getting 5-star reviews, lots of them. But, until they moved into their airy, colorful space offering sit down as well as take out, I hadn't tried them. This weekend changed everything. This place is SPECTACULAR! The food is truly the best Indian food on the West Coast and maybe the whole USA. I cannot imagine it being any better. Better how? Well, variety, authenticity, flavor, freshness, color, eye-appeal, seasoning, temperature, presentation, portions, I could go on. The menu has pages and pages. As a vegetarian/vegan, I would have to come back at least a dozen times to try everything that I saw on it for me. If you are a carnivore, it will be just as bountiful for you. This is mostly Northern Indian cuisine. The family owners are from the Punjab region and all of them work here. Grandma is the recipe maker and there are cooks as well as children and grandchildren working to prepare and serve the food. Everything comes out piping hot on hammered copper serving pieces that keep each dish at its proper temperature throughout your meal. Each dish we tried was completely unique. Everything had its bespoke combination of herbs and spices. You can request (and they ask you) mild, medium, and hot. I had the medium and it was just right, not bland, not painful. Our carer was the beautiful Manu. She made the meal a trip to India by patiently answering all our questions, giving thoughtful, informed and brilliant suggestions, sharing little anecdotes, even anticipating things that we might like that were not obvious on the menu. It would not have been the delightful, culturally rich and gourmand experience that it was without Manu's sensitive and cheerful explanations. She clearly loves working there for her parents and grandmother and loves India. At the end of our meal, carrying giant bags out with us (we ordered 10 dishes, including desserts) I was dying to book a trip back to India, one of the most vibrant, friendly, beautiful, colorful, fragrant places on earth. Our meal, a fraction of the vegetarian/vegan choices, consisted of: *Aloo Tiki *Masala Dosa *Aloo Gobi *Vegetable Biryani *Vegetable Pakoras *Mixed Vegetables *Garlic Cheese Naan *Dal *Raitas and chutneys and sauces, a rainbow array of them *Carrot Halwa *Gulab Jamon *Chai Latte (that they refilled at no extra charge) The entire fare cost about $100. And, see my photos, the portions were more than generous, hence the takeout boxes. Clean, cheerful, with Bollywood music and films, colorful, with many little touches that I recognized from India, you will not find another Indian restaurant for 100 miles in each direction, like Great Indian Kitchen. Plenty of roomy parking and right next to our favorite Lebanese restaurant (see my earlier reviews). I felt like I could just move in and never leave, LOL! read more

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Made me feel like I was at home. Service 10/10, awesome people and great recommendations. For me some items I order were slightly under par. Definitely give this restaurant a try. read more

The food was really good and served fresh. Great customer service. Overall the vibe was awesome 10/10

all of the food is super yummy and the staff are very friendly! they were so great about answering our questions. we came for the buffet, and it was worth it. they had 8 different curries and about 5 non-curry options, as well as fruit, rice, and dessert. they have free soft drinks and house-made drinks. they said it was a rotating menu, so new things are made every day. overall, yummy food and a great environment! read more

Freshly made, authentic, and fantastic! Great service too! Try the Saag Paneer, Butter Chicken, or Masala... Loved it!

I can't say one bad thing about this restaurant. Amazing flavors and service! Our waitress was a very sweet and knowledgeable young woman. We will definitely be back! read more

THE most delicious Indian Food in Las Angeles! Our party of six delighted in the crispy samosa appetizers, Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken, Spinach Saag and Garlic Naan. The owners and staff are friendly, helpful and the chef should get a Michelin star! read more

First time here. Blew me away! Family run business, super nice people. All around amazing!

Delicious food! We had a reservation for 6! We all loved the food! Definitely coming back!

First time trying Indian food. The food was amazing and very flavorful with good sized portions. Will be craving this soon!

I've tried a lot of Indian restaurants in the Santa Clarita area, and this place is easily the best Indian food around. The chicken tikka masala is absolutely incredible--rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The tandoori chicken was just as impressive: juicy, tender, and packed with authentic smoky flavor. What really stood out to me though was the service and hospitality. The staff made us feel genuinely welcome from the moment we walked in, and you can tell they truly care about their customers and the quality of their food. If you're in Santa Clarita and craving amazing Indian food, this spot is a must. Between the outstanding chicken dishes, the authentic flavors, and the warm hospitality, it's an easy 5-star experience. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

Came here a few times for dinner and buffet. Excellent food and friendly staff. Nice for families with kids.

Second time coming. Food was delicious and had lots of flavor. We really enjoyed our family dinner. Our family finds this Indian restaurant to be on of the better ones in SCV. Price was reasonable. Service was great. Staff took very good care of us. Consistently asked us how we liked the food and refilled our waters. Ambiance is a very nice restaurant. Only thing we didn't appreciate was the $5.00 credit card fee. I think if customers are spending over a certain amount, the restaurant should take care of it. In this economy and society, people rarely walk around with cash. Maybe incorporate that cost in the dishes? read more

Very good and well priced. Food is fresh and flavorful. Staff is tremendously helpful for folks looking to try Indian cousine. Second time here and we'll be back many times over. read more

I was hesitant to try a new Indian restaurant. It's hard to live up to an Indian restaurant I've been eating at for 10 years in Westlake Village, but surprisingly Great Indian Kitchen does! Family and mom cooked food. Chicken Saag and Masala were delicious! The consistencies were perfect. Lots of chicken and very filling. The staff were excellent, and the restaurant was super clean. I definitely will go back. If you like can have food, you have to try Great Indian Kitchen! read more

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Had a great first visit. The menu is so vast our party of vegans, vegetarians and carnivores found so many choices. Service is very attentive. The vibe was so warm, homey and light. The place was filled with very content clientele. read more

Great food, great people. The Butter chicken tastes great. The basmati rice was on point

We were heading back to SF fr Disneyland and were craving Indian food. We found this spot and saw it had great reviews and good prices. Man! Are we ever glad we stopped! It was SO good! The family who runs this restaurant are all so fun and friendly! We had 3 vegetarian's and one meat eater in our group and we all loved this buffet! About $17-18 per person was a great deal for how full we got. The place is so clean, restrooms well appointed, food was fresh and we loved how they explained they do not use dyes, so all of the colors you see are natural. For example, the carrot dessert was a natural orange, as opposed to other spots that have really orange colored carrot dessert or very red (like char shu) chicken. We are absolutely making sure to make this a regular lunch stop whenever we are on I5 on route to/in Southern California. read more

Great Indian Kitchen - Fun music videos while you eat - Indian Near Me - Valencia, California

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Enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant. Service was excellent. Always checking on us and filling our water. And we went on Mother's Day with no reservation. Food was delicious. Did not feel rushed and server helped us make decisions. I look forward to visiting again. read more

Excellent find in the SCV! Tried their buffet with my wife and everything I tried was full of flavor and tasted very fresh. I loved the tikka masala, and the tandoori chicken was tender. The best part is they do not use any artificial food colorings or additives. The staff was so nice and the place was clean and welcoming! We will definitely be back! read more