The restaurant is located in an area that's not well-lit but as you enter the place, you are…read moregreeted with nose tickling authentic indian spices and a cozy atmosphere. I highly recommend the goat curry with the garlic and cheese naan. I also tried their fish curry and coconut chicken curry and they were all good but the goat curry is next level. All of their fishes come with a side of basmati rice. The chicken tikka masala, for some reason it comes a little too runny but the taste is spot on. The service is friendly and fast. This place is the last authentic Indian food in the high desert so please be kind to them so that they can continue to offer their amazing selection of Indian food.

I'm glad I tried this place but I won't be retuning …read more Came here based on the reviews and I was very excited but I wasn't too convinced. We got butter chicken, chicken tandoori, tofu curry , garlic naan , and white rice ... very sad to say everything I ordered was lacking flavor. Even if I put salt it was still lacking flavor. The naan I order tasted like store bought bread with garlic butter smeared on it. The bread was flat and hard and it just didn't compliment the food.

Cool spot with a market attached. Lady up front was friendly. Sad to say the food was not that…read moregreat. For me the naan has to be home made, this (pita-like flatbread) is definitely produced elsewhere and fired up here. I had the chicken curry and it was most watery i've ever had, like a chicken noodle soup kind of watery. To paint a picture the curry wouldn't stick to the naan lol. Chicken quality is nice and cooked properly, still juicy. Picked those out and tossed the curry sadly.

This little hidden gem is a must. Love the food, the spices, the flat bread . Delicious food…read more The place not too nice , but the food is amazing

We really enjoy the Butter Chicken, Tika Masala and the wonderful breads. Our family has both…read moredined in and had take-out several times. Definitely worth it !

Amazing that big bear has 2 Indian restaurants. We're never been to Masala Craft before and we…read morereally liked it. We started with the Seekh Kabab appetizer. Everything was so fresh. The onions were perfectly crispy and sweet but not overcooked and the chicken had some nice flavorful spices on it. Then for the main meals we got Saag Paneer, Shahi Paneer and Garlic Naan. So good. The Indian cheese they use in paneer is amazing. Kind of like tofu cheese. Love it. Service was quick and friendly and the place was clean. The bathrooms were ok, they're out in a hallway that's shared by the restaurant nextdoor.

Having been here multiple times in the last decade, our visit yesterday was a bit disappointing,…read moreand I can no longer give this spot 5 stars. For a restaurant in a touristy area, it still lands at a solid 3.5 to 4 stars, but the experience has definitely taken a step back. Cleanliness - there's a fly constantly going up and down the window we sat next to. It was getting a lot of my attention but alas I did not have a fly swatter. Lucky sob!!! Food - portion sizes felt smaller. While Indian dishes aren't typically huge, the presentation this time made them look a bit meager--it could be the dinnerware, the presentation? I don't know. Flavor-wise, something has changed for the worse. The Chicken Tikka Masala was decent, but lacked the rich depth and spice profile of our previous visits. The Fish Vindaloo suffered a similar fate. It wasn't bad, but it lacked that bold, signature Indian flavor. Also, using salmon felt like a misstep; its strong flavor tends to clash with vindaloo spices rather than absorb them. Side note, this dish was not at all spicy. And the server never asked us about the spiciness level of any of the dishes we ordered. Maybe they only offer non-spicy for all their dishes?? The same vindaloo dish at our favorite Indian restaurant in L.A. is very spicy and full of other favors. Service was just ok. The restaurant was quiet, with far more empty tables than occupied ones, yet the food took quite a while to come out. At one point, at least four servers were standing around the counter watching the dinning hall. Yet, other than delivering the food, no one came to any of the tables to check on them once the food had been delivered. Multiple times nearby tables waved their hands in the air to get attention after they got their food. We overheard one young man asking for hot sauce and chuckled - so someone else wanted their food spicier, too! Come here if you REALLY love touristy/Americanized Indian or want some vegetarian choices. Personally, I'll find dinner elsewhere next time in Big Bear.

I was glad to find an Indian/ Himalayan Restaurant in Big Bear. One can only enjoy hamburgers and…read morepizzas for a limited time. We ordered two Thali combo meals. Each combo meal comes with rice, lentil, naan, salad or Raita. We had (1) Chicken Curry with Raita. Raita was very watery. As was the lentil. Lentil was also watery. The chicken curry was good. (2) Tandoori chicken with salad. The salad was the better choice than Raita. The Tandoori chicken was good. Again the lentil was too watery. The rice and naan were good. We also had the mango lassi, which is a shake with yogurt and mango. It was delicious but I wish it had come earlier (while I was waiting for my food). The drink did not come until after my food has arrived. Service was adequate. Nothing exceptional but gets the job done. Portion size was good.

Definitely a hidden gem! Great atmosphere, great food! Great service! And how cool to be inside a…read morebus station! First time here but will keep coming back when doing the drive between LA and Vegas. Make sure to walk around the building until you find the door that's open. All doors were locked except one when I went. Worth the search!

Found this place on a random trip and was blown away. It's inside the train station tucked behind…read morethe corner. The lady at the register taking our order was very helpful and walked us through their menu and was knowledgeable on allergies etc. I ordered the torta and it was really good. Quite messy but so worth it. My friend got the enchiladas and she loved her dish. Enchiladas were spicy as requested. Amazing little hole in the wall vegan joint. Definitely check them out!

Indian food has officially earned a permanent spot in my cravings!…read moreI've been dining at this restaurant since it first opened, and honestly, I'm not sure why I waited so long to write a review. Over the last year,I've worked my way through almost the entire menu, and I have yet to find a dish that isn't absolutely delicious. Today, I ordered delivery instead of dining in, and I was impressed that the food arrived just as flavorful and satisfying as it is in the restaurant. Every dish is packed with rich spices and incredible flavors that make each bite an experience of its own. If you're in the area and looking for amazing Indian food, give this place a try you really can't go wrong. For first time visitors, I highly recommend starting with the butter chicken, naan, and basmati rice. It's the perfect introduction and one of my all-time favorites. This place continues to exceed my expectations every time. Highly recommended!

The food was good, but definitely more sauce than there was meat. We got chicken tika masala,…read morebutter chicken, rogan josh, basmati rice and garlic naan. Everything was delicious. Their prices were completely reasonable and fair priced, so that was a plus!! Service wise it was okay. They never brought water to our table and the main guy hosting was always at the front counter on his phone. Very nice, but not the most attentive. Plus, they will not bring you your check. You must go to the counter once you finish. The ambiance was cute!

Great food and service. Excellent taste. Portions are…read moreactually bigger than we expected. Would definitely recommend.

I ordered the Combo Special 3-Item vegetarian and I loved my options. Great flavor. I ordered the…read moreEggplant/Potato w/ Tofu Curry, Samosa, and Chana Masala. Order also comes with 4 pieces of garlic naan bread. They added tamarind sauce and mint on the side. Service was fast and friendly. Nobody was there. Ambiance is clean and I definitely will come again. So much food. Excellent portion sizes. Eggplant Dish: 4.5/5 Samosa: 4.5/5 Chana Masala: 4.5/5 Garlic Naan: 4.5/5

Delicious food, friendly staff, comfy seating, and beautiful interior. What more can a gal on a…read morelunch break ask for? My coworkers introduced me to Daddy Ji's and I believe this will be a regular lunch spot. We all ordered their Lunch Special, which is from Monday to Fridays 11 to 3 pm. The Lunch Special Punjabi Thali (Plate) comes with 1 dal, 2 veggie sides, rice, and naan or roti. You can choose from garlic, plain naan, or roti, then you choose the type of plate you like. I got their Butten Chicken Plate and golly, it was delicious! The Lunch Special is served in a beautiful gold plate with multiple small bowls to hold the dishes. My butter chicken was velvety rich in tomato flavor and the chicken was tender and beautifully married wth the buttery gravy. I'd come back just to have another bite of their Butter Chicken! I also wanted to try one of their drinks, so I ordered a Iced Saffron Chai with Boba (No Milk). I've never had this drink before, and I am so glad I did because it is absolutely delicious. It's refreshing, bright, and has an almost delicate and sweet-spicy aroma to it. While eating our lunch specials, we sat in their comfy blue velvet seats and enjoyed the ambiance. The staff members came to check on us multiple times, and were very quick to refill our waters, and are very friendly and sweet people. We all left with happy smiles and full bellies. I can't wait to come back with more friends!

One of the most delicious curry's I've ever had!! The…read moreNAAN!!!!! *chefs kiss Clean fun restaurant, friendly knowledgeable staff. The aesthetic is soooo cute Owner is energetic and friendly Love it here

Long overdue review since the time I visited was when my boyfriend was still living in the IE. But…read morewas a great later lunch the time that I visited. You wouldn't expect to find such delicious Southern Indian food in a low key plaza in Colton, CA of all places, so this was a pretty good pull from him. Since we came for a later lunch, we were seated immediately and aside from a couple other customers, I think the other orders were all for to go. It's a small family owned restaurant and has a lot of cultural decor and the portrait of their grandfather. Love that. Food came out quickly and the portion sizes are quite generous. Everything was super flavorful and had complex taste profiles. With some things being a bit sour and spicy, to creamy and tangy, and with the carbs having different textures too, made each bite diverse and delicious. You don't get tired of your meal so quickly and makes the dining experience quite fun too, at least for someone who doesn't eat this cuisine as often. I don't quite remember the names of everything that I got, but I did enjoy everything that was ordered from the stews, curries, sauces, and it all went really well with the huge crispy piece of dosa and the vada pastry. I'm not sure when I'll be back in this area, but this is a solid place to eat.

This is a new spot and a welcome add to the area. The food was excellent and the service was very…read morecourteous and pleasant. They have a mix of South and North Indian food and they were all consistently good. Do know that that their mild is still spicy.

Ate there today. The food was delicious, the portions were large and the service was outstanding…read more Will be going back soon.

July 30, 2026 - Wow-what a fantastic first visit! The dinner was incredible and the service was…read morewarm, pleasant and welcoming throughout. My wife, Chef Ann, felt at home from the minute we walked in. The location was clean, quiet, and cozy. I'm a Type 2-diabetic so I don't generally eat at locations that don't serve brown rice. But Mohammad, the owner, was very accommodating. He prepared a delightful off-the-menu Navrattan Korma mixed vegetables as a a low-carb substitute for the basmati rice. And the lamb curry? OMGoodness-it's the best I've ever tasted! My mouth was having a party! The veggies and lamb were exploding with flavor in every mouthful and spiced to perfection. Ann had the Chicken Tikka Masala, samosas and garlic naan and it was all excellent. By the end of the meal, Chef Ann was already declaring this as our new go-to Indian place. Surprisingly, I agree with her! That's unusual for me, I normally prefer home-cooked meals to eating out. We're so delighted we discovered Beyond Biryani and we can't wait to go back! If you want outstanding service, flavorful Indian food and a place that makes you feel welcome, this is a fantastic place to go. We'll be back soon, for another fabulous dining experience!