Yeah, it's all right. At least it's much better than Passage to India down the road. Except that this place has a fast food feel about it, if you like that. It's nice for lunch on Sunday. read more

This place has had its ups and downs. Up-we ate there once a week. Down-we didn't eat there for awhile. Just depends on the chef I guess, but for quick cheap Indian food we find it to be rather yummy! We prefer the northern Indian style as opposed to the southern Indian menu, but both are good. The lentils here (when done right) are amazing. Some of the best Biyani I have had was here. Also really dig the Makhini chicken and the baingan bhartha. The meals come with a decent amount of food too. Yes, we eat Indian once a week. read more

So happy this place is close to home. This place has some of the best Indian food around. Its just a casual place so more like food court seating, but grab the food and take it home. Huge menu catering to all kinds of diet restrictions, but im always here for the lamb. Its hard to get lamb in casual dining in the US (that gyros meat is only a small percentage lamb people), so I love this place. Cuisine from all over the country; samosa, naan, dosa, roti, paratha and more. Servings are huge, and usually come with yoghurt, naan, dal and rice. read more

This place is impossible to find. It's hidden behind the gas station. If you're using a GPS, you won't find it. So just turn into the plaza and drive around. There are random signs pointing you to the restaurant. I ordered the stuffed baby eggplant and chicken vindaloo. Both were good. I didn't do the combo because I didn't want the dal, raita, rice, AND naan. I just wanted the naan. So I got the entrees a la carte in the large size and two pieces of naan. The entrees were filling, but weren't huge for two people. I was sad that I didn't have enough for leftovers. Two things would make me like KC's better: - Less cilantro in dishes. I feel like some places use cilantro like it's a vegetable. - Have combo plates where you can choose two entrees, like at Punjabi. This allows people to try more things. I saw that they offer "Indian burritos." I'm really interested in trying that. read more

I like this place. Excellent naan, delicious staple dishes, and fairly quick service. Prices are slightly higher than I want them to be, but are within 10% of what I'd consider average so it's not a wallet buster. Dinner for two with a side will run somewhere between $20-$30. The staff is always quite friendly and there's ample parking outside. This place is well worth a try. Again, the food is goooooooood. Get you some naan and dunk it in the delicious sauce. Repeat until full. Then do it two or three more times for good measure. read more

I was surprised Jason has customer service problems here. My daughter, the recent vegetarian, has discovered Indian food finally, and we've been eating here at least once a week the last month. The guy working the counter weekday afternoons when they reopen for dinner is very friendly. In the past, the service has been a bit lukewarm, but I overlooked it for the food. But I even mentioned to my daughter how pleasant this guy was. Give them another chance, Jason:) I could eat their navrattan korma every day. It's so nice to have decently priced Indian food close by, as that was always our lunch of choice when I worked in New York. read more

Excellent and quick, one of my fav lunch spots. I wouldn't call it cheap, but the quality of the food makes it worth it the price. mmmmm, tiki masala..... my mouth is watering just thinking about it. read more

It's okay if you're craving Indian food and you need it "fast". But I prefer Passage To India just down the street. read more

If you want real indian food, this is not the place. If your open to an adventure and an alternative presentation to Indian food... this joint is pretty good. The spices they sell are kind of a joke, and, better can be found at the Indian Spice shop over in San Marcos... but its nice that they have what you cant find in a white bread Von's. read more

Wow, surprised at all the bad reviews! My friend and I love this place! I like to try different things on the menu, but always get extra spicy and has never been disappointing. I love how every meal comes with lentils, naan, and the yogurt sauce. Yummy!! I enjoy chicken as well as vegetarian dishes so I love this place and think the prices are reasonable for what you get. The people in the kitchen are Indian. Register person varies. Always nice and courteous though. If you like Indian food, check it out for yourself! read more

I have read some good reviews here for this restaurant and wanted to try it myself. Firstly, the location is somewhat tucked away and difficult to find it is located in one of those mega interlocking plazas towne center Encinitas just outside of Carlsbad. If you can find the El Torito it is next to that. Alright the restaurant was closed when I arrived at 4:15pm apparently it reopens at 4:30pm for dinner. I was a little put out but there was a Barnes and Noble around the corner and I just perused some magazines until it reopened. Once inside I was somewhat surprised how small the restaurant was as it resembled a hole in the wall chaat house rather then the sit down restaurant I had expected. They also sell Patak's simmer sauces in the restaurant. I asked to see the menu and ordered what I believe is a gold standard of Indian cuisine and a good benchmark for quality the chicken tikka masala. Food Quality/Taste- Quite good flavor and tender marinated pieces of chicken tasted like mostly white meat the sauce was lacking in some heat however as I had requested my meal "spicy" and was disappointed it was a very mild sauce. Also the dal was a little bland having a watered down taste. However the naan had good flavor. I ordered an additional garlic naan with my meal. Also I liked the raita it definitely has good flavor. Quantity/Portion- I ordered the combo which included lentils, raita (yogurt with cucumber), naan and rice. I was somewhat disappointed with the size of the portions for the price they were quite small. The chicken tikka masala itself had several good size chunks of nicely flavored chicken however the sauce was lacking as I could have used more with the rice and naan. Also the raita and dal (lentils) were extremely small served in mini sauce styrofoam cups. I also felt that the naan included in the combo while good could have been larger. Value- The quantity for the price is questionable as you pay the same price as a sit down restaurant however the food quality,quantity, and price are equivalent of a sit down restaurant. When compared to Curry and More in San Marcos I feel there is no question that Curry and More offers more quantity and quality for your dollar. Atmosphere/Decor- As I mentioned before it is a small restaurant in which you go to the counter and order and also pick up your food. It is sparsely decorated and seems to be more popular as an call ahead and to go location. Not to be a nitpicker but one issue I found is that the cooks could clearly be heard in the dining area laughing loudly and yelling at each other inside the kitchen. A little unprofessional. All in all not a bad experience if I lived around the corner and wanted to try another dish I would take it to go but I find it difficult to imagine going out of my way to return to this restaurant. Still solid three stars but be prepared to spend a little more then you may expect from this type of place. read more

We reached this place at 8:30 pm with 2 toddlers and asked if they are closing. We wanted to feed kids there as as it was late. We were told its fine. We ordered food and when food came they closed door removed chairs and told us they are closing. With 2 hungry/crying 2 yr olds we wrapped up left the place. We could've gone somewhere else easily. read more

I have been to India, and stayed there for very long and I know how Indian food tastes. Tried it for the first time upon recommendation from a friend. This is by far the closest to Indian food I have eaten in an Indian restaurant. My husband got the dosa, and it was perfect. I took the makhini chicken, so full of flavors, with apt portions Loved it. Will visit again. read more

I love this place! Great food, nice service, and quick dining where you're not eating a burger or burrito. This is one of those neighborhood restaurants that you hope and pray will survive (I hope I'm not like Seinfeld when he tried to help the local restaurant and killed it). It's a great diversion and a great value. read more

I love this place. It is quick, excellently priced, and DELICIOUS! I always order the chicken vindaloo (hot) and the bf always gets the chicken tikka masala (hot). the food is consistently good and we've never been disappointed. I wish they were closer to my house because I'd be there all the time! read more

So, I've been here twice now. Had the buffet at Passage to India some time ago and was supremely disappointed so when the Indian craving came it was time to find something new, even if a little bit further. And, I must say, for some white-washed Indian pseudo-fast-food KC's Tandoor is amazing. The only problem is, it's just not spicy enough. I love spicy food. My Pho is generally bright red. I order Thai food 15 on a 10 scale. But, ordering Indian food spicy scares me. I have had my ass kicked by making that mistake. No so at KC's. I was asked "mild, medium, or spicy?" and responded with "how spicy is spicy?" "Not very." So, I ran with it. And, it was the truth. The food was "not very" spicy like the ocean is "not very" dry. So, the second time I went I asked for "extra spicy." And was still disappointed. That said, the food is quite good otherwise. I do agree with other reviewers that $ is misleading. read more

Although a bit expensive, you do get good portions and not much can keep me from a craving for KC Tandoor. Some of the best HOT Chicken Vindaloo I've ever had. I've had some of the best Indian food of my life in England, but this rivals the quality. The menu is simple and simply explained. They also sell some staples such as Ghee (clarified butter) and spices as well to use at home. I like everything here. I like it hot. They make it as hot as you like. My friend, Alex asked for extra hot spice on the side and declared it a religious experience. I think if I went to get hot Szechuan, say "Ra Ben" or the like then had dinner here, I might spontaneously combust. The natural opiates released into my bloodstream from the heat are addicting and as pernicious as heroin. I'm hooked! I cool it all down with the yogurt with cumcumbers. read more

Great lunch buffet! It closes promptly at 3 PM. The food is consistently good especially for a buffet. Dinner ala carte is very good as well. I usually go there for lunch or brunch. Love it! read more

Wow its crazy busy on a weekday at lunchtime. A good sign. Nice variety on the menu, nice staff. I'm so ready to love this place. The Masala Dosa looked perfect, and its as big as your arm. Also ordered a mixed vegetable curry (Navrattan Korma) which comes with all the fixin's. Good chutney and raita (yogurt). Also really good Naan bread. But the rest of the meal: OMG the salt factor! The dosa pancake was super salty, which is not too unusual, but the potato onion filling was holy salt fest too. The curry dish might have been flavorful but all I could taste was salt. The rice that came with the curry dish was ok, but...you guessed it...salty. The dal was really thick and offered no relief from the overall sodium assault - not worth eating. The masala chai was just milky black tea (no cardamom/ spice flavor). Oh well. Gonna go get my dosa fix at Madras Cafe. read more

I have only ever been here for desserts and a few side dishes, but after liast night and having their gulab jamun, I had to come here and praise how fantastic it was! Sweet, aromatic, and the taste of the rose really comes through. If you are passing by the area, so not let Wild Wings deter you from coming here and at least trying a few of the desserts. Really is fantastic and a definite reason to come back and try their main fare. read more

Went for lunch. The rava dosa was very tasty. The Dosa was crisp. Karan was concerned as my husband didn't eat his meal. Karan asked my husband if he can make it all over again. Upon request he made another chicken dish for us to take home. Good service and clean place. read more

good Indian food. nice that they have both northern & southern Indian. Stuffed naan with cheese & onion was great! always crowded - slightly overpriced. read more

I have been to KC's Tandoor three times. The first time - they were closed (it was a Monday). The second time - lunch was great. We ordered Chicken Tikka Masala (CTM) and Navratran Korma. Both dishes tasted great, but for some reason lacked freshness. The chicken seemed a bit cold and the dal as well. The third time - We ordered CTM, Chicken Curry, and Malai Kofta. The spices were perfect this time, though the dal was cold again! I also think that the prices are interesting - it is clear that the most popular dishes are the most expensive. Now that Buffalo Wild Wings has opened up next door, it is difficult to get outdoor seating. Also, the raita and naan are great every time. read more

Price $$ Quality: Good Service: 4 star Value: Average Portions: small Ordered the eggplant entree lunch special. Good tasting. 3 star because portion was small with too much rice. It came with 2 sides that I didn't really satisfy my palate. May visit again. read more

A good overall experience, decent (potentially Americanized palate) with excellent and polite counter staff. Dish: #10a - Chicken Tikka Marsala Combo (Level 10 Spiciness) Free nan, rice & 2 sides Summary: I am a bit of a Chicken Tikka Marsala addict/snob and what I find is most establishments have a great and hearty cream sauce and lesser tandoori chicken within. This place was the opposite. I liked the sauce but it wasn't as spicy or creamy as some. However the solid rendition of the chicken made for a nice overall meal (Usually tandoori chicken gets dry). +1 star for service +1 star for cleanliness +1 star for price +1 star for decent taste read more

I love this place! I go at least twice a month for lunch. I have to admit that I agree with some of the other reviewers that the menu is confusing if you are new to Indian cuisine. There are no descriptions, but if you just ask, the folks behind the counter will gladly help you out. I was rather intimidated at first, but now that I have negotiated the rough waters of the hard to pronounce dishes, I'm hooked. My favorite (right now) is the Chicken Tikka Masala. I order it spicy with the veggies added. The naan is downright addictive. read more

Lamb curry was good, but little cold, lentil soap and yogurt both perfect, 1/2 naan was fresh and really good- wished the other 1/2 was there, rice was over cooked and tested like Mexican rice ( nothing wrong with Mx rice, but I was expecting authentic Indian basmati) overall for the price of $10.14 in Carlsbad is cheap! I will be back. read more

Masala Street - Lamb curry - spicy $10.14 regular - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

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In the ever constant question that I have been continuing looking for a good indian place in the San Diego Area, I have yet again been very disappointed. The food was inauthentic, not tasty and the main dishes weren't very tasty. The pakoras and alssis were decent as were the lassies, but the rest was sub-par. I had read a lot of reviews and thought that it could be a pretty good place. But I was definitely disappointed and will not be going again. The ambiance of the place is non-existent and the food's quality was below sub par. read more

Some of the best Indian food I've had anywhere! The Chicken Tikka Masala is their most popular dish, and with good reason, just amazing! I love their Mango Lassi as well, very yogurty with a tangy zip to it! It's an unassuming location, but has the best tasting Indian food! I've been coming here for 15 years, and travel for a living, and eat at different Indian restaurants around the country. This is my favorite. The consistency of quality and taste is always great. I didn't try Indian food until I was 20, and felt like I wasted 20 years of my life. If you've never tried it, you're missing out. read more

Masala Street - Masala Dosa - Indian Near Me - Encinitas, California

I'm moving this month and one of the worse things about moving is no longer being close to KC Tandoor. People complaining about the prices I just don't understand. You can get a dinner of Palak Paneer with dal, rice, raita and naan for about the same cost as a Big Mac with fries and softdrink. Come on, get real! The cost of the ingredients, the sophistication of the recipe and preparation (not to mention the nutritional value) of the Palak Paneer puts the Big Mac meal to shame! THe food is really good. Go only a few blocks south on El Camino Real to the other Indian place, with food twice as expensive and only half as good. Now there you should complain about the prices! But the other place has pretty decor and tablecloths. KC Tandoor has the food. I love Indian food and have eaten at more than 20 different Indian restaurants and I really can't think of one with better food than this place. The prices are very inexpensive relative to the quality of the food. This place does a large take-out business, and that's usually how we order. Not much ambiance to speak of. Person at register is always nice to me so maybe if you get something different it has to do with your attitude? . Just went there last night and had the Shrimp Curry Dosa. Outstanding! And the soup that comes with it looks so unassuming, yet is so good. The husband got the Lamb Vindaloo with added vegetables and substiuted extra dal for the rice. Yum. Oh man, that was some good stuff! For the record I get medium spicing as I like to taste hot but want the other flavors to be discerned as well. Their executive chief does occasional cooking classes. If you are interested just sign up with the counter person to be put on their email list. read more

Me and my boyfriend have tried manny different Indian places from San Diego to Escondido and this is by far the best Indian we've had especially for the price we went to another place and we didn't get nan rice or lentils or the yogurt and we paid over 30. The quality of the food is amazing such flavor and more than worth it! Must try if you're looking for a good Indian joint! read more

The food is good but the portions are small for the price and casual atmosphere. The dal and Chicken tikka masala are heavy on the pepper at least if you order medium spicy. If you're in the area and want good Indian food I suggest Passage to India at El Camino Real and Mountain Vista, especially their lunch buffet which is very reasonable for all you can eat and delicious. read more

Really surprised to see such positive reviews on here. I've had Indian all around the US and the world, including in India, and I really found this to be the worst I've had. I tried my favorite, Palak Paneer, and found it to be very oily and very bland. The Dal was too salty and the naan was only ok. I hadn't planned on ever going back, but seeing so many positive reviews I guess I'll give it another go. If my 2nd try is any different, I'll update my review. read more

Food was amazing! staff was knowledgeable And helpful when making decisions for first timers! Oh and the naan is INCREDIBLE. read more

Average Indian food. Chicken tikka masala was too salty and a bit dry. Naan was uneventful. Mango lassi was good though.

Perfect place for a quick lunch or fast take-out. The prices are incredibly reasonable and the food is always fresh and flavorful. I recommend the chicken kathi kebabs- they are amazing! http://www.24hourmenu.com/restaurants/pdf/kc_tandoor.pdf read more

The food was pretty good but the service was horrible. I've been there twice now and have just one question. Where are the Indians? I've only seen mexicans working there. I have nothing against Mexicans, but you would think that at a Indian restaurant there may be just one. The girl that was working the counter offered no help to us on their confusing menu. We saw "lunch special" and was like cool, we'll take that. does that come with a drink? No. Does that come with a side? No. So how do you call it a lunch special? There is really nothing special about. I don't want to keep it all negative, because my first visit was pretty good. All I can suggest is maybe pictures of the items, an actual lunch special that comes with a side and drink, and a new cashier. read more

It's good, but no better or worse than the other places around imo. Quick, inexpensive, good. read more

Little food , big price. It didn't worth it. I am Indian food lover and the food overthere is very bad :( I waste my money.

used to be my favorite restaurant. new owner, new manager, new menu and recipes. all GROSS. so upset that the best indian place and San Diego now is one of the worst. read more