I had been wanting to check out this place for a while. Mexican/Indian fusion just sounded like the most random yet amazing coupling ever. The restaurant is located in a small business area strip with a 7-Eleven. I found parking with no problem. I arrived around 2pm so place was pretty empty except for two other customers. It is not very big inside but there was plenty of seating at that time, also it looked very clean and we'll organized with simple yet pretty decor. We were greeted by a gentleman possibly the owner? who handed us a menu and told us to order at the counter when ready. The menu had alot of tasty options and I settled on a Munchwrap with chicken and a tandoori sauce , it's basically their version of a Taco Bell Crunchwrap. It was just as good as I hoped it would be crispy flour tortilla with a crunchy inside filled with delicious flavorful chicken , lettuce and sauce of your choice. We also ordered a side of their tots and samosas and they did not disappoint, so flavorful hot and crispy. To drink we had the Mango Lassi and Chai drink both were good but the Mango Lassi was delicious. So if your having trouble deciding between Indian and Mexican why not do both!! ;) read more

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Looking for amazing Indian food? Look no further than Maast! The family is so kind, the service is wonderful, and the food is always delicious. Honestly, I haven't had a single dish I didn't love! read more

Okay Maast, I have a complaint to get out of the way before I get to the review. Where have you been all my life? Took me all of my idk, 30 years on the planet to finally find you? I need to file some paperwork or something... It's been no less than a year that my friends have been recommending to me "Indian nachos" which I thought at first was a joke but ended up being not only being real, but simply amazing. Headed over to Maast after a visit to Bass Pro Shops across the street and was pleasantly surprised. Loved the simple and cozy shop and the people inside. The lady at the counter was super friendly and recommended the nachos and samosas. No argument from us, we ordered them right up. By the way, it was noted that the chips were more flavorful on the homemade ones and not the tortilla chip version. Good amount of crunch, with the sauces on top filling up your mouth with all kinds of blended flavors of buttery goodness. Samosas were balances very well with the outer crispiness with the potato filling. Dipping them in the red sauce with what I think was tamarind was yet another experience of flavor. This is what I think Maast is about for me, everything there is just so rich and tasty and everything goes together. We also ended up getting the parathdilla which I had no idea what it was. Kinda a cross between a quesadilla and gordita? Not sure how to describe it, I am sure I am not doing it justice. It was another delicious dish. Overall I will absolutely, ABSOLUTELY be back. Prices are fair, service and food are great. Five stars. No question about it. Worth it. read more

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I got take-out from Maast Indian for a girl's night and the food was amazing. Comfort food in a nutshell. It's indulgent for sure, but worth it. This place is perfect for a low-key night out or to grab food from for a cozy night in. You absolutely have to get the mac & cheese and one of the grilled sandwiches. The mac & cheese was creamy and well-spiced, while the sandwich was grilled to buttery perfection and stuffed. I'm a huge fan of Indo-Western fusion food and was happy with the balance of flavors. I suggest upgrading your side of masala fries, it made allll the difference. Absolutely delicious. Big fan. And now one of my go-to spots in OC! read more

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Bumping to five stars. Maast really came through for a large catering event we were hosting at the office for about 50 people. Their ordering process, transparent pricing and packaging and pick up on the day was immaculate. Throughout the process, they were so easy to reach and provided me lots of recommendations on how to make the menu work for 50 people and the budget. The food was a hit at our event. We ordered samosas, loaded tater tots, and tandoori paneer and chicken sandwiches, and mango lassi. Everything was really good and people were clamoring to take leftovers home. Thank you to the entire team !! read more

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Decided to try Maast Indian for a pre-long weekend meal and so glad I did!! As you walk in, the restaurant is spacious and bright with beautiful wall decor and ceiling lamps. The tables are 4 seaters and large which I love! The restaurant is family run by Mom and Pop with the son as head chef. They were beyond hospitable, friendly and kind to us and the kids. It felt like we were at a friend's house! The menu has vegetarian and vegan options that are clearly labeled. The food is a wonderful fusion mix of Indian food with a modern twist. They had street food and Mexican style dishes. We ordered quite a few dishes. Their portion sizes are generous!! And dishes are served on cute steel dishes. The braised lamb vindaloo was exceptional. It was tender and delicious. The butter chicken wings were unique and well made. The Mexican queso tots were a huge portion and absolutely delicious!! Pani puri and sev puri were good. I love that the sev puri was on flat puris. I felt the sauces were lacking in tangy spicy flavor. The Gulab jamun cake and Rose Falooda dessert cup were interesting and unique too! The masala chai was on point and freshly brewed. The food was served quick. Loved our experience and will be back! read more

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So happy I found this spot! I tried Samosa Chaat for the first time on a trip and have been eagerly looking forward to my second time eating it. The restaurant is in a great location. Ordering online was easy, our food was prepared on time and most importantly, tastes amazing. The paratha was perfect, boyfriend loved the tikka masala and my samosa chaat came with garbanzo noodles. Never had them before but they are delicious. Will be back soon and I'll take photos then because the food is gone read more

Tried the chicken masala! The spice was perfect: thank you! The naan was the right texture .

Different take compared to our usual Indian places - more of a fast casual vibe with fusion-type food. Feel like fusion can be a bit of a gamble - either beautifully elevating the 2 cuisines or not doing justice to either. In this case, the food was outstanding! Loved that I was able to do meat and veg for my curry - feel like that's something I always want with my Indian curries but often feel like it's either meat or veggies. We had the coconut korma with chicken and veggies medium spice - spice level was perfect, curry was rich and flavorful - chicken and veggies were tender. We also had a burrito with lamb vindaloo - tasty, fun way to eat curry. The fries were crispy and fun to eat fries with Indian flavors instead of usual ketchup. read more

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Non-authentic overly priced Indian food for white people. After I came back from a trip to India, I really missed eating butter chicken so I decided to give this place a try since reviews were saying it had great butter chicken. However, the dish lacked the depth of flavor that makes good butter chicken good, and the chicken flavor im the curry wasn't really there. I suspected that it was pre-cooked and put into a container - and if you're going to get precooked container curry, $17 isn't worth it and you can get better for cheaper elsewhere. read more

Im glad they opened a sit down, its fairly popular. I guess i expected more for what i paid, even water has a price. Its eally close to the office so its great for a,quick take out run. read more

Maast Indian - Indian Near Me - Irvine, California

Maast is pretty awesome. My wife used to write an Indian food blog so the bar is high for us and it meets it. I live in LA, and anytime I take my kids down to Orange County, I grab some food from there. Super family friendly. The owner Nathan and his wife are super kind and thoughtful. Keep the place clean. The experimental fusion food they pull off. The nachos and Mac and cheese are amazing. With that - the baseline Indian food like the butter chicken and pulao are on point. The Maast sauce is delicious!!! Recommend it for anyone. Worth a drive even from LA. read more

Great taste and creative offerings / modernizing Indian food. Bit pricey but worth it read more

10/10! I'm so glad we found this place. If you're on the go, or want to sit down and have a delicious meal, this is the spot. My fiancé and I were out here for a tournament and came across this place on Yelp. The owner and I believe his wife were the sweetest, most hospitable people I've ever met. They were so accommodating and welcoming. The restaurant is also super clean. But the star of the show were the burritos we ordered and make sure you get some pani puri! We hope that more people can come visit this place because it was an exceptional experience! read more

5 stars for taste. I should deduct stars for my waistline because I literally can't stop coming here once a week for parathadilla. Try the butter paneer. Cauliflower parathdilla is aight, just be aware it's breaded and fried cauliflower not cauliflower masquerading as rice or what have you. Owners are lovely. Get the mango lassi if you tend to think all the things are spicy. Lassi is your friend. read more

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I absolutely love this place! It's the perfect combination of authentic Indian flavors + American comfort foods fusion. I've been a huge fan since their ghost kitchen days when they operated out of a small business plaza unit without a storefront. So happy for them that they've expanded to their own cute little restaurant near spectrum! Their burritos are so yummy with lots of fillings (meat, sauce, rice and veggies)! Now they have a bunch of items you can customize and prices are super affordable for a small business. My favorite has to be the butter chicken burrito because I'm basic but there's nothing basic about this establishment. They make foods that are non-traditional Indian cuisine like burritos, munchwraps (their take on the Crunchwrap), parathadillas (quesadillas but with paratha), mac n cheese, fries, tater tots, and sandwiches and make it with Indian flavors. They also have more traditional items including Indian curries with rice, samosas, and mango lassi. Highly recommend stopping by especially if you're new to Indian food since these items shouldn't be too foreign to you and will kick start your love for Indian flavors. Their fries and tater tots are fried to perfection and seasoned with their masala mix. Delicious and affordable side to add to any dish, I think it's a $1.50 add on! The employees are also super nice so I love supporting them! Since I've first come to this location, they also added really nice calming acoustic music and classy dim lighting at night so you don't have to be blinded by white overhead lighting. Parking is easy and you can easily order online for pickup! read more

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I am so happy that Maast moved from being in a ghost kitchen to having their own brick and mortar - it is truly innovative and amazing. I've never tried anything like it! I've always been a fan of fusion and a butter chicken burrito is *chefs kiss*. I love that it's packed neat and easy to eat. The butter chicken fills my mouth with so much flavor. Want even more flavor? Get the smothered fries. Truly amazing and I love that it's family owned and operated. 10/10 highly recommend. I want to come back and try other fillings in the burrito. read more

Maast Indian - Tandoori Chicken Burrito - Indian Near Me - Irvine, California

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This was a place that I admittedly wanted to like more than I did. Indian burritos have been a longtime fusion favorite of mine since first having Urban Turbann in my Berkeley days, with the flavorful Indian spices in the convenient form factor of a burrito making for a balanced and delicious meal. I decided to order the 65 Chicken this time, extra hot, and honestly I couldn't tell it was a degree hotter than the most mild Tabasco. Overall I wasn't particularly impressed with the flavor, which was uninteresting at best and bland at worst. Maybe if I had gotten butter chicken and the extra hot I would have gotten a bit more nuanced than a supposed hot that wasn't nearly hot enough. I saw plenty of reviews for the fries, and they're absolutely a great deal as an add-on to your meal. Definitely the loaded for the extra flavors. I'll definitely give this place a second chance since I'll always wish for the best when it comes to local businesses, but so far I'd have to say I prefer Curry Up Now on the other side of the street. TIP: Sides for $1-$2.50 if loaded are an absolute steal. read more

Absolutely love this place. Everything we have ordered has been delicious and after getting one of their burritos and plathadillas, I couldn't wait to go back again. So far, this is easily the best Indian (fusion) food we've had in Irvine. read more

First time for lunch today and it was DELICIOUS! I've been frequenting other Indian places near by and this creative take was exactly what I needed. Offering Tandori Chicken in a burrito with French Fries was certainly different. The spice was perfect, I ordered medium and could go hotter. Went at lunch and it does get BUSY and seating indoors is limited though the center has outdoor seating options. You can order ahead online so your order is ready when you arrive. read more

Overall, it's good indian food. For OC, it's on the better end for taste and, IMO better than the buffets (buffets are better bang for your buck). They have some interesting burrito fusion concepts, but I like to stick to the curries. The chicken in the curry is inconsistent; at times, it is dry and tough, but at others, it is juicy and tender. The curry flavor is good. It comes with rice, which is usually dry and undercooked, and a store-bought frozen paratha from the grocery store. It's ok. Their somosas also taste frozen and grocery-bought. If you are craving indian food, overall, it's a good spot. read more

I'm not sure why this place has such good ratings.. maybe I went on an off day? I ordered the butter chicken bowl, samosas, bhel, and crispy cauliflower. The flavor of the butter chicken was ok (I've actually never had bad butter chicken, I love it) but the actually chicken chunks were so dry, it almost felt as if I were chewing paper. The samosas smelled like bad oil and the flavor wasn't there.. it was also very doughy The bhel was good but I wish they packaged it separately so it wasn't soggy by the time it got home. (I live less than 10 mins away) The crispy cauliflower was probably my favorite. Seasoning was slightly mild BUT again the smell of the bad oil. The paratha that came with the butter chicken was just inedible because of the odor of old oil. I had hoped to like this place because of the great reviews and living so close but I won't be coming again. read more

You ever go to a Mexican wedding? You know it's gonna be fire!! Tequila and cervezas everywhere and hot tortas dancing salsa with hot tias everywhere. You been to an Indian wedding? It's fire! Party for days and days you lose track, it's like a cruise you won't know what day of the week it is. This restaurant is the marriage of an Indian with a Mexican, and it's delicious!! It's so good. You don't know if you're eating Mexican or Indian, cause it's both. Your mind will play tricks on you. It's like Renee Vaca, he's Mexican but looks Indian, he's a hilarious comedian for those who don't know him. Shout out to Rene Vaca, was up perro? Sup foo? Genius collaboration. Whether your name is Juan, John, Raj or Roger, trust me mf. Food is so good. read more

Disappointing!! The food was terrible and inedible. I ordered 75$ worth of food and we threw it in the trash. The only good thing were the samosas. The chicken in both curries were awful. Probably frozen. The bread was not fluffy and fresh, I usually never post bad reviews but this was only right to share my experience. We will not be returning. read more

This is a great little Indian restaurant near work in the Irvine Spectrum. Their chicken curry bowl is SO good! They give you a generous portion of chicken curry sauce in a separate container - enough for 2 bowls. I'm so glad we have a great restaurant right across the street from my job! read more

Damn Maast has me thinking to buy a home in Irvine lol because right in North OC, and this place is too far from me. I happen to be in the area today, and was a proud supporter in 2020 from their start at a ghost kitchen where had an incredible memorable meals like my brother & father were googly eyed in awe. Much respect and admiration for keeping the friendly happy smiling welcome especially Karna today shooting the breeze, breaking down menu, and most importantly the Food Bomb as Ever!! Next time I'm headed back with entire family :) read more

Tried the tandoori chicken burrito with masala fries which was ready in just a few minutes. The burrito itself is very flavorful and has an excellent crisp outer shell. The chicken is well seasoned, slightly dry but not noticeable unless eating it in isolation. Together the burrito makes for an excellent lunch and is a good portion size, easily splittable with two people. Of note: the restaurant is within "smart kitchens" in an industrial area. The entrance is not easily identified, so reference the photo to see what the outside looks like. Inside you order on a kiosk, and you can order from multiple restaurants within "smart kitchens", about 8 of them are possible. read more

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Hi it's me again, giving y'all another 5 stars because I haven't reviewed since 2020. Your food is amazing, the new spot is charming and fun, and I'm still in love with your mango lassi drink. Keep it up! read more

Maast Indian - Butter chicken burrito, smothered fries, assorted chutneys, mango lassi - Indian Near Me - Irvine, California

Delicious food. Ordered butter chicken & roti, spiced well, would highly recommend. Service is good, Staff is nice & welcoming.

I went to Maast back when it was in Skypark Circle. It was GREAT back then. Cheap, quick, spicy, and tasty. All great things. Their prices increased, and their level of spiciness decreased when they changed locations, which made me sad. They were one of the few Indian restaurants that made burritos in Southern California that were *actually* spicy! I'm guessing that when they changed locations, they had to adjust their spiciness palate in order to accommodate the locals who thought they could tolerate extra spicy foods--but then couldn't, and blamed the restaurant. I went again recently, and asked the cashier taking my order if she could make my burrito as spicy as possible. She tried to clarify, asking me if I wanted my burrito "Extra Hot," which is the highest level they have. I said, "No, even spicier...as spicy as possible." She then nodded her head and smiled. When I got my order later, the woman told me she gave me an "Extra Hot" burrito, and also gave me some spicier sauce on the side. When I got home, I opened up the burrito and tried it without the sauce on the side. There was a slight burn, but it wasn't really very spicy. But then I added the extra sauce on the side and WOO BOY, it was perfect!!! Soo good! I only needed about 1/2 of it for my burrito, but it was perfect. Spicy curry that builds a sheen of sweat on the brow, but not so spicy that you can't take another bite. That is what I remember! So if you want some tasty, spicy curry, come over to Maast and, *in person*, ask for their extra spicy sauce. I wish they automatically added it to their food, but I'm guessing maybe they had too many bad experiences making their Extra Hot...actually extra hot, and customers not being appreciative. But I'm quite happy I get my spicy curry burrito back. Kudos!!! read more

Maast Indian - Tandoori Chicken burrito with custom extra spicy sauce on the side - Indian Near Me - Irvine, California

I usually seek out a good orange chicken at a fast-food Chinese restaurant or a teriyaki chicken at a Teriyaki food place. In this situation, it's looking for a good Tikka Chicken at an Indian place. It has one of the better Tikka I've had. TThe Tikka sauce is creamy and thick. The chicken is tender. They give you much sauce to dip the naan in or pour over the rice. The naan, or flat bread as they call it on the menu, is a bit greasy. It's not your typical naan, you see, but more similar to a roti. It's small and greasy. Flavor was ok. The basmati rice is fluffy and flavorful. It's not clumpy or dry and nicely moist. The portion could've been more to complement the tikka portion. Service was good and fast, and we received our order correctly. read more

I'm a Punjaban that rarely gets a craving for Indian food since I grew up eating it everyday. But every now and then, I crave that hot and spicy tika masala chicken. Many times have I been let down by restaurants as they cater to the American taste with bland, unseasoned flavors. BUT NOT TODAY! Today I'm a happy Punjaban. I ordered it medium-hot and ended up throwing in a little siracha - next time I'll get it spicy. The roti was crispy and hot! The rice was steaming. I devoured it outside while taking in this beautiful rainy day. Friendly service too..I had gone back and fourth on whether I wanted to have it for here or to-go, and I got 0 annoyance vibes- only smiles! As I acknowledge the need to work on my indecisive tendencies, I give this place 5 stars! :P read more

Maast Indian - Chicken Tikka Masala curry Bowl - Indian Near Me - Irvine, California

I love Maast Indian. This place is very close to where I work, so I frequently come here to order their delicious butter chicken. This restaurant has one of the best butter chickens I've had at an Indian Restaurant. If you're here on a lunch rush, i HIGHLY recommend to order online for pick up. The service upon walk in is not the fastest, so if you only have a 30 minute lunch like me and every minute counts, be sure to plan ahead a bit. I've tried both their butter chicken plate and their butter chicken burrito, and have to say that the plate is much better. I like the concept of the burrito, but they skimp on the sauce when you get the burrito. I enjoy my butter chicken and rice swimming in the sauce, which you get when you order the plate. Also, the excess carbs in the burrito just aren't for me. Awesome concept, but I prefer to eat dishes the way they are traditionally made. The naan and loaded masala fries are also delicious. Do yourself a favor and try those fries at least once and make sure you get them loaded (with the sauce). I've never had anything like them and they are truly special. 10/10 restaurant and I'd highly recommend anyone to try it! read more

Excellent Food. Nice clean ambience and friendly service. Flavors are pretty authentic. Portions are very good size. Food hits the spot. read more

I came here for lunch over the weekend because my sis has the OTM app which allowed her one free entree. Smart business move because if it weren't for the app and promo, we would have never ventured over this side of town. It is located in the business area of Irvine. It was nice to be there on a weekend because it was quaint and vacant- I am sure it is very busy during the weekday business hours. Anyways- she got her free entree which was some burrito off the menu which was really delicious. They wrap it with a naan-like flatbread which has a nice, soft and sweet tasting texture and complemented the sauces and meat well. It was a peculiar tasting burrito- but in a good way. I would order this if they actually have it on their regular menu. I personally ordered the chicken makani mac n cheese and chicken tikka masala bowl. Chicken tikka masala bowl was delicious AF. I am pretty critical of Indian food because I've had really good ones in the past and their creamy and sweet tasting chicken tikka masala was on point. The entree comes with rice, flatbread and this crispy cracker/chip thing. I didn't care for the chip. Rice and flatbread was the perfect combination. The chicken makani mac n cheese was a little disappointing because there was very little chicken in it. But again, it was only $7 so I didn't expect much. I wouldn't mind paying a little more to have more meat though TBH. Overall- I would definitely come back here if I really crave it since it will be worth the drive. The owner or whoever was repping the store was also super friendly. Check this place out y'all! BTW- we ate outside in picnic/table area. It was so refreshing. read more

Maast Indian - Chicken Tikka Masala - Indian Near Me - Irvine, California

It seems like Indian fusion is the new trend, and I'm happy to report that Maast didn't disappoint. We got the chicken masala burrito, onion fritters and chicken wings. The burrito was very flavorful and well seasoned. The chicken wings were perfectly cooked and tender. The onion fritters were a bit soggy by the time we got home, but not their fault. The restaurant is hidden in the business park. It can be tricky to find, but totally worth making your way out there!! read more

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Ordered a quick lunch here a few days ago and MAN!! It was sooooo good I got the munch wrap with braised lamb and butter flavoring. Honey, this right here??? Will make you wonder why you didn't find this place sooner. Placed my order for pickup around 12:30 and it was ready before 1pm. Interior is well-lit and very clean. 10/10, they took a typical Mexican style menu and made it Indian. So delicious! read more

Forget the Buffets and Go For The Tandoori Burrito! Yup, that is one of the menu items but they have much more. The best is not even on the menu. The best is experiencing something new and different. The best is experiencing the concept and art of another's imagination. The young man running this place has introduced some very bold Indian flavors with diverse spins. The curry is extremely flavorful. The tandoori chicken stands on its own. The samosas are ridiculously good. You can order these on their own or you can order the artsy and flavorful creations of the chef: ~Loaded Queso Fries with Paneer. These are sinful! ~Tandoori Chicken Burrito- Crazy Juicy Spicy Good. ~Tandoori Chicken Bowl-I can eat this for days. ~Samosas-Two helpings for me pleaee. ~Mango Lasi-They need to sell this by the gallon! The chef will bring your order curbside However, the thrill is going in, finding the right bell and pushing it. TAKE OUT ONLY! I am a fan and then some! read more

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Maast Indian offers a fusion of Indian/American/Mexican dishes, including: sandwiches, bowls, mac & cheese, and burritos. Located in an industrial district, this is a to go only place. Once can either place their order online, or order on an IPAD in a small office space (shared with 7 other restaurants). After about 10 minutes, one's order is ready and a worker from the back shared kitchen brings it out. Chicken Mac & Cheese ($7) - This sounded like a great idea, taking macaroni and cheese and combining it with pieces of tandoori chicken. However I felt the execution felt short. This dish was too saucy and in terms of taste the flavors were a bit muted. Maast Masala Queso Fries ($5) - This consists of crinkle cut fries seasoned with Indian spices, smothered with queso cheese, cilantro chutney, and tamarind chutney. Out of all the things I tried, this was my favorite dish and it was definitely a great fusion dish with wonderful flavors. Although I do wish there was a bit more tamarind. Tandoori Chicken Burrito ($10) - The burrito is on the smaller side but is packed with rice, queso cheese, cilantro chutney, tamarind chutney, and pieces of tandoori chicken. It comes with masala chips or masala fries ($1 more to make the fries loaded with queso). The burrito was a little dry, I kind of wished that it had some more chutney. Overall, I really liked the idea of a fusion Indian place. However I think some of their dishes could be improved. Pricing is high for this area, especially since there is an Indian buffet next to this place (Vishnu) that's only $9 and offers more bang for your buck. I passed on the bowls here as they were over priced at $13. read more

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I like this place. The food here is good, but it is pricey. 1) I got the grilled cheese with pav bhaji (spicy) with fries. The grilled cheese was excellent. I would say their spicy is mild. The fries tasted like diner fries that have been steaming in a closed container. Do not recommend their fries. 2) I tried my coworkers quesadilla with 55 sauce and chicken. It was excellent. He also got tots and those were excellent as well. 3) my other coworker got a burrito and it was huge. I think that's the most filling option. 4) my 3rd colleague got extra spicy curry. And I'd say that was about 3-4x spicer than spicy. I would get that in the future. 5) they finally offer free water now. They used to charge for bottled water only. Next time I would definitely get the grilled cheese pav bhaji EXTRA spicy with tots. Or the quesadilla with 55 sauce and more tender meat than chicken breast. read more

Maast Indian - Grilled cheese pav bhaji and fries - Indian Near Me - Irvine, California