I love Indian food but my husband does not. I was staying at the hotel next door so I decided to…read moregive this a try. It is waiter service so I decided to get my food to go. The interior of the restaurant is trying to be fancy but it should be more of a casual restaurant. I ordered my usual Chicken Tikka Masala but for the first time I have had to order rice separately for an $18 entree. I'm used to ordering the naan separately but not the rice. When I picked up my order, there were no utensils and when I asked I got spoons only. Taste wise it was more creamy than full of spices. Food was plenty for one person! Tip there is a 10% coupon in the brochure from the hotel.

Seated quickly by a very friendly fellow. I had a craving for curry and this did not disappoint…read more Monday night and the place was empty which is unfortunate, they don't know what they are missing. I guess it might have been a little early so... the saffron rice was banging and the garlic nan really hit the spot. Groovy Indian music set the vibe. Great place, keep it up.

Very flavorful, a little bit hot from chili but good. Good choices on menu I want to come back and…read moretry everything.

From the moment you walk in, the service stands out. The staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely…read morewelcoming. You can feel the pride they take in serving every table. What makes it even more special is how involved the owner--who is also the chef--is. That level of hands-on commitment really shows in both the consistency and quality of the food. It's clear this isn't just a business--it's a passion. Now, the food: * Kottu - Simply outstanding. Perfectly chopped, well-seasoned, and packed with bold Sri Lankan spices. The texture and balance of flavors were spot on--comforting yet vibrant. * Lamprais (Lump Rice) - A true highlight. Beautifully wrapped and full of rich, layered flavors. The rice, curry, sambol, and sides come together in a way that feels authentic and thoughtfully prepared. The presentation is also impressive. Each dish is plated with care, colorful, and inviting--showing that attention to detail goes beyond just taste. Overall, Rice n Spice delivers on authenticity, service, and heart. It's always inspiring to see an owner-chef so dedicated alongside a hardworking team that clearly cares about every guest experience.

My bestie and I come here for a late night post-gym bite every month, and they never disappoint…read more They offer a weekend lunch buffet, catering, and excellent takeout experience as well. I've tried every avenue you can consume their food, so I can attest to consistent experiences all around. What we ordered this time: - Onion Kulcha - Basmati Rice - Butter Chicken - Goan Fish Curry - Mango Lassi I always order their butter chicken and love that they use tandoori chicken meat for it. The goan fish curry had a very mild and subtle flavor, and the coconut reminded me of Thai curry. I got medium spicy for butter chicken this time and I swear it was 3x spicier than when I've ordered medium spicy in the past, so I was so grateful we had a mango lassi to cool off with. Our recent fixation has been their kulcha, which has replaced our previous orders of naan. Got the onion kulcha this time, but will probably get aloo or gobi in the future because I prefer those fillings more.

Wish our experience was better because the food was actually good..but we ordered for pick-up and…read moreit was a hot mess. It was very chaotic and unorganized upon pick-up. Our order and others were lost in the cloud and we had to REORDER. So we did because we wanted to support the establishment, and just went down the street to do some shopping at target. What we ordered: lamb curry, chicken tikka masala, roti, and the bread sampler. Very flavorful for the curry and tikka, but our breads were very chewy--almost rubbery. Also the garlic naan had no garlic which we could have asked for a fix if we dined in. SO overall, dining seemed like the better choice and would recommend that over ordering for pick-up.

Food is always so good and flavorful! Lots of spices and a variety of flavors- salty, savory,…read morepickley... they have it all. They also have sweet treats like mango lassi which is also good and cooling after the spicy food. Being 100% honest, the people make the place even better. Every time I've come in, the people working are so generous and hospitable- offering insight and even samples for their food. The inside is also super nicely decorated and the music is "vibey" too (my bf's exact words). They moving locations to Garden Grove, but I have no doubt that their new location will be just as amazing (and probably more amazing as well). Anaheim will miss you so much!!

WOW!!! I love everything I tried here - so flavorful and delicious! First time trying Pakistani…read morefood!! It's been a while since I'm so happy with my whole order when dining out! Premium combo = entree + $10 Entree + premium drink + masala fries I tried the bowl with mild biryani, malai chicken, green (mild) sauce, and guava mango lassi. The bowl already comes with the raita sauce (a yogurt sauce), so I got the green sauce as my choice of sauce after asking the staff for recommendations. The protein portion was super generous and very well-seasoned with their spice. The green sauce was my favorite and everything in the bowl mixed well together. The whole bowl was delicious and it didn't feel heavy, wasn't greasy. The Kashmiri Chai and the guava mango lassi are the most popular drinks, so I decided to try the guava mango lassi. The flavors blended so well. One wasn't more overpowering than the other, and the sweetness level was perfect for me, also, not too much ice. Masala fries So crispy and well-seasoned!! Could be a little less salty. Gulab jamun cheesecake Also asked for recommendations for their cheesecakes and decided to go with this one. It has the fried donut ball in the middle with syrup. It didn't taste too sweet to me, but I also have higher tolerance for sweets. The center has so much of the cheesecake cheese and it was super soft and fluffy. So delicious! The samosas were also great! Crispy and not too oily. I also love that they use compostable takeout containers, including the lid! The interior looks nice and there are a few seats available. There's outdoor shaded tables and seats too. The only downside is that I wish the outdoor seats were a bit cleaner. There is a free parking garage, just make sure to park in the retail spaces. There was enough parking. The staff members are so helpful and very friendly. Can order with a staff member or using their kiosk. HIGHLY recommend!! Would definitely go back!

Lamb chops are amazing here. I love the little side of onions cucumbers and tomatoes…read more Their chutney is too watery. It needs more body to hold the sauce into the meats. Their chai was really over brewed to the point it was bitter. Be warned: their food is spicy! Pro tip: go to wing stop next door for ranch to help with the spice.

Because many reviews complaining about the service I decided to put that to the test with my visit…read moreso I went straight to the counter and asked the person there to recommend everything I will get. He was extremely friendly and helpful and recommended the signature chicken tikka thigh and then for bread asked me if I wanted paratha or naan and I said let's try both. Then I asked if that is enough for and he said will you might as well get a dessert so I was going to get their traditional falooda but when I ordered cola he said maybe I should change from the falooda which is a drink to the suji halwa.. so I asked for both to try. He even checked if the original spice level is ok with me and I said yes. Everything was delicious and I would definitely go there again if I lived in the area. The place was very busy even though on maps it said it wasn't very busy, but for takeout my order only took 20 minutes to prepare and I got a text as soon as it was ready. Also it had plenty of seating inside and out. The only reason it's 4 stars and not 5 is because the chicken thigh I got doesn't come with any side like rice or anything traditional and you have to order that separate. The pricing is very cheap and when I ordered he skipped the tip menu. I would have typed anyway cause I feel kitchen staff deserve tips too but it was nice to see a place that skips that on their counter. I would say worth checking out

The service the food everything is so so amazing the best karahi in whole California the buttery…read morenaan and there kheer and chai was so amazing this place is an hour away from us but we always come here the man himself seen us first time dinning in our vehicle because they were about to close and insisted to come inside even tho they were close and when we said no he brought us back kheer and chai on the house because he felt bad now that's a genuine customer service from his heart , love this place and the atmosphere

I don't even want to give 1 star to this place. Dirty tables, no customer service and food took…read moreforever to made. We waited close to an hour just to receive 2 orders from them. Tables were dirty and when asked to clean; they only cleaned that one specific area and left. I don't even understand why people are saying it is the best karahi and nihari. First off it was overly priced who pays $27 for 5 pieces of chicken with some gravy. My sil can make better karahi than this. It was like a combination of 2 packets of karahi Shan masala mixed in a pan. The portions were very small compare to the price. Goat pulao was the worst pulao I have eaten probably. At least pay attention making your food if you're overcharging your customers, clean your place, provide solid customer service and make the food in a timely manner. All the good reviews are paid and probably their known people writing the review. We had to ask for water and cups after sitting there for 30 minutes no one even bothered to at least put water on our table. They barely had staff working and only 1 at the cash register or serving food. The place needs deep cleaning; it gives an unsanitary vibes that puts a bad impression to begin with. Food is not good at all. Portions are small and overly priced of what they offer. Please avoid this place, don't go for good reviews (they are all paid for). We are extremely disappointed!

I had no idea this place even existed! Afghan food has always been one of my favorite cuisines, so…read morethe second I found Afghan Shams, I knew I had to check it out. The chicken koobideh kabob was easily my favorite--it was incredibly juicy and packed with flavor in every bite. I was also pleasantly surprised by the chipotle chicken sandwich. The chicken was tender, but what really stood out was the bread. It tasted and felt homemade, giving the sandwich an extra level of freshness that made it so memorable. If you're an Afghan food lover or just looking to try something new, this hidden gem is definitely worth a visit.

hmMm lots of spices and seasonings that are noticeable, particularly masala and cumin. all in all,…read morethe dishes were all yummy. the dumplings were very different from what i'm used to. always will lov garlic naan tho! and omg forgot to take a photo of the malai (curded milk dessert) but it's been my childhood favourite service was welcoming and nice too! plenty of parking on a monday around 4pm

The food was amazing! Great portion sizes, full of flavor, and served hot. You can tell they really…read morecare about quality. Highly recommend!" Amr and Nermeen are so friendly

I recently dined here, and I can confidently say the food is exceptional, the flavors have a warm,…read morehomemade quality that immediately reminded me of authentic home-cooked meals. Each dish tasted fresh, comforting, and crafted with care. The seating area is enclosed and provides a decent space to enjoy your meal; however, it is still located within a parking lot, which makes the atmosphere a bit noisy and less relaxing than ideal. That said, the service truly stands out. Amr is a genuine and welcoming host who serves his customers with sincerity and heart, and that elevates the entire experience.