I refuse to go anywhere else! They are always my go-to for delicious Tikki Masala and my family…read moreloved their spicy chicken vindaloo. They are a small family owned shop with amazing customer service and a clean restaurant and beautiful little dine in area.

Great food, great people. Usually come for the panipuri, and rotate between the chicken and lamb…read moredishes. They do lamb very well. Favorites are the curry, tikka masala, vindaloo, and saag.

Staying in the area and came across Amaravati while browsing Google Maps (because I didn't want to…read moremove my car and lose a perfectly good parking spot). This was walking distance from the hotel. I stopped by Wednesday evening after the dinner rush. Was pleasantly greeted by a friendly gal. I mentioned I wanted to order takeout. They do have a very spacious dining room, but I wanted to get back to my hotel room before dark since I was walking. I had already pre-browsed their Yelp page for dinner ideas - so opted for an order of Butter Chicken (which comes with a side of rice), and an order of Garlic Naan. Requested the butter chicken to be mild (or "as mild as possible"). Wait wasn't too long, there was another order ahead of me. My takeout order was well packaged - everything in its own container/wrapper to ensure they stayed hot and fresh. The delicious aroma was tantalizing on my brief walk back to the hotel. Holy moly. I'm no expert on Indian food - but everything tasted amazing! The garlic naan was hands down the best garlic naan I've ever had. It was warm, fresh, crispy in all the right places, and tasted equally great on its own - as well as dipped into the rich and creamy butter chicken sauce. The side of rice is perfect for one person - and the butter chicken had generous cuts of tender, delicious chicken. Spice level still had a kick to it - but it was manageable. Prices are fair considering the area, and quality of the dishes. Friendly and attentive service! I'm honestly contemplating coming back on my last day in the area for another round of dinner - I'll probably opt for a mango lassi next time to help balance out the spice. Like seriously considering going back here tomorrow night. All the portions were perfect - not too overwhelming, and I finished every last drop - saved some sauce to enjoy my last layer of garlic naan. Honestly, if it wasn't so far away from "home" - Amaravati would be my favorite / go-to Indian food restaurant from here on out. Plenty of parking spots at the time I went - but the stalls are kinda tiny. Luckily, I'm staying nearby, so within walking distance and didn't have to worry about parking.

Yum! What a great find in this area!…read more All the items we ordered were delicious. The paneer tikka masala was flavorful and creamy, the chili chicken was spicy, perfectly seasoned, and the chicken wasn't tough or rubbery. The samosas were excellent and came with both styles of chutney. Our order also came with a small side of rice which we appreciated. My only critique would be that the garlic naan was a bit flat and bland, but the former could be because it just didn't transport well since we ordered takeout. Overall, would highly recommend this spot and it holds its own against some of the more established spots in Artesia, Long Beach, etc.!

Masala Waves had been on my list for so long and it was totally worth the wait. We went for some of…read moretheir more specialty items you don't typically see at Indian spots - the butter chicken pasta, spinach dip naan, and mango lassi - and enjoyed every bit of it. The butter chicken pasta is such a fun concept and it worked really well, and the spinach dip naan was a solid choice too. The mango lassi was a great way to round out the meal. The space is really nicely decorated with cultural touches throughout which made the whole dining experience feel more immersive. And service was super friendly and attentive the whole time. Really enjoyed this visit and already want to go back to explore more of their traditional dishes next time.

This was our second visit, and we came back because my wife and I were seriously craving their…read morechicken biryani. It was just as good as we remembered! The flavor is always consistent, and every bite hits the spot. You also can't skip the chicken tikka naan, it's a must-order every time we come here. It pairs perfectly with the biryani and is absolutely delicious. The service is always excellent, and the hospitality is what keeps us coming back. Everyone is so welcoming and makes you feel right at home. This place is truly a hidden gem in Huntington Beach. Great food, great people, and a great experience every time. We absolutely love this place! Thanks to our server (DIPESH) for giving us a great experience

Simplified version - good quality food, solid portion sizes, and a really comfortable "community…read morevibe". -- longer version below -- The food is great! The butter chicken is my favorite, I know it's the most basic b Indian food but everything I've tried has been awesome. Sangeetha's cooking has made me ok with trying some vegetarian food when I thought I'd never like any non meat-centric dish. Swing by, try something new or enjoy something old. Relevant - it's not super spicy, but that's ok to me, it's more accessible to people that might be turned off by excessive spice - I have some scorpion pepper powder that I add to bring the heat, and it doesn't hurt the flavor that I've come to love. They're not open Mondays, but hey - she deserves time off! A suggestion if I may - grab an extra bowl of butter chicken alongside whatever else you get, and throw a fried egg or two on top the next morning for breakfast. DOES NOT HAVE BANANAS! As a professional simian that is of note, but not a negative ;) There are random snacks I've never seen before, I've tried a few and have been happy with what I've sampled. The bottles of mango lassi are super tasty and for me, it helps my heartburn.

Original review: I am South Asian myself, but I was not overwhelmed by the food. I felt like it was…read morejust fine. I could've cooked it at home. I probably will not be returning, but it wasn't bad. I think non-south Asians would really like it. Edit: I was going to delete my review, but I got a private message from the owner with a ton of attitude, asking me to take this down, but I don't feel like that's ethical. I don't think three stars is bad. So just to restate. The food is not bad. But I'm not going to take this review down because I don't feel like it's appropriate for the owner to message you privately with an attitude and try to strong-arm you into taking down the review. I have left plenty of reviews about restaurants in Little India, and not once as anybody messaged me with the tone that you have used with me. So I'm leaving it up. Live and learn. Edit: I got a notification that the owner continued to add to her comment, so to answer her questions, I don't remember what I got because it was several months ago, but I remember that it was just okay. It wasn't bad but your approach to dealing with your customers is. I don't think that Yelp has the option of messaging people so you can come at them with a shitty attitude and strong-arm them into trying to change their review. You're honestly just making yourself look worse.

We had an early dinner here the other day. There is plenty of parking available. The restaurant…read moreitself is very inviting and comfortable. They have a bar but we started with some mocktails. The mango mojito and the tamarind ginger margarita. Both were refreshing and delicious. We got the butter naan and the garlic naan. Both were delicious but then we got the cheese stuffed garlic naan and that is the must-have version. So cheesy and garlicy and that put it over the top. The chili mushroom is another must-have. The mushrooms tasted more like meat and the other vegetables made it seem more like a Chinese dish. An absolutely wonderful dish. My friend and i said that next time we would each get our own order of this. The tandoori shrimp was very tasty. The shrimp were large and we made quick work of the dish. Next was the haryali chicken. Nice char on the chicken and it was so tasty and flavorful and went great with the naan. The Shahih paneer with its creamy sauce was great. My friend liked it more than I did and he finished the majority of it. We got the aloo gohbi and I loved the potatoes and cauliflower with the buttery sauce and spices. The chicken curry was our last savory dish. The chicken was so tasty and moist. The curry was so flavoful and just the right amount of spice. Perfect for dipping the naan in. To finish, we got the rose and pistachio kulfi. The ice cream was rich and creamy and paired perfectly with the rose petals and pistachios. Amazing food and wonderful service makes this a hidden gem in Garden Grove!

This place is located in a good little shopping center. It actually has a good amount of parking so…read moreno real need to stress about it. When you walk in, the ambiance is so cool. It's dark with pops of color, which is one of my favorite aesthetics. Service is wonderful, they greet you as soon as they come in, and they're very attentive. We started off with the Chili Mushrooms. Oh my goodness, those are AMAZING! If you didn't read that it was mushrooms, you would mistake them for something like chicken! The flavors just pop, kinda like a General Tsao's Chicken, and the crunch from the mushrooms is *chef's kiss*. We also got the Butter Chicken Pasta, oh man.... Oh it's the best butter chicken. The flavor is full and rich, and you can tell everything was made fresh. Cheese Stuffed Garlic Naan, I can eat this by itself, but when you eat it with your meal it enhances it so well! I just kept scooping the butter chicken pasta in it, as well as just make sure I got every bit of sauce from my plate on it. To drink I got a Mango Lassi. It's amazing because it's not too sweet, and it's mellow enough to complement the flavors of your meal! It's a comfort drink for me! We ordered a Chicken Tikka Masala to go, we actually had a little when we got home and it's AMAZING! We got medium spice and it was just perfect. You feel the little bit of heat, as well as the melding of the other spices. That chicken is perfectly tenders. Honestly, my favorite Indian spot, you can go by yourself, on a date, bring your friends, or take it to go and enjoy at home! I'll definitely be back again! You should check this place out too!

Doordashed My favorite Indian place-- highly recommend the lamb vindaloo if you love lamb always…read morehave great service here. If only this place was closer to me I'd be coming here every week Food: 10/10 butter chicken, lamb Rogan Josh, lamb vindaloo, chicken tikka, aloo gobi-- everything is a 10/10 * Drinks: I've only tried the mango lassi and it's good, just wish it was served chilled i Atmosphere: Take out spot, but they have some dining § Price: They have lunch and dinner specials and they give you a good amount for what you pay ¿Service: Service is great and always willing to help

ordered online, received 1 of 3 meals i ordered the meal…read morethat came was incorrect i get that i ordered closer to closing time (an hour before), but that is no excuse for poor service

The inside has a mom and pop feel. Seating is limited and most people do takeout, but they do have…read moretables inside. Everyone that I have encountered there has also been super nice and offer samples if you aren't sure what to pick. I was pretty iffy on Indian food previously because the first time I tried Indian food (at another place) I had terrible stomachache afterwards. This place really changed my mind. The food is great! My favorite is the Black Pepper Chicken, Veggie Korma and the Eggplant. Most things have a nice kick to it. The Garlic Naan is always recommended, but the regular Naan is pretty good too. The size of the Naan is huge! I'm not sure if that's normal, either way it's a great portion and always have leftovers for the next day or two. Definitely recommend trying this place.

OVERALL : Was craving a simple butter chicken + mango lassi…read moremeal so I stopped by to try this spot while running errands in HB. This is a mostly takeout / grab and go spot, but there were a few tables inside and outside as well for dining in. Food was served in a togo container regardless, which is nice if you want to take leftovers home. It's a small shop with a variety of menu items kept in heated trays at the front + some items made in the back kitchen as you order. They had their mango lassi already in cups placed in a fridge that you can just grab after ordering. Prices are fair and portions are big enough where 1 entree + rice + naan was enough for 2 to share. PARKING : Plenty of parking in a shared parking lot with the stores in the plaza, you won't have an issue with finding a spot! FOOD/DRINKS : Butter Chicken - Comes with a big portion of rice! Overall I would say this is more mild in flavor than other butter chicken that i've had. Good portion of chicken and it was soft, but I felt like it needed something a lil more. Prob not the first place i'd go looking for butter chicken, but not bad for the value. Garlic Naan - big portion, came out warm and soft. good to dip in the butter chicken! Mango Lassi - Typically I know mango lassi as a sweet, creamy mango yogurt treat. Howver, this one was less balanced and leaned more heavily on the yogurt, which was tart. I didn't taste much mango (perhaps this was an off-batch). I did not finish it but might try again next time to see if it's better!

Juicy, Flavorful Chicken Kebab!…read more I finally tried the chicken kebab from Kebab Grill, and it did not disappoint! The chicken was tender, juicy, and nicely charred, with a delicious grilled flavor in every bite. The plate also came with a fresh cucumber-and-tomato salad, pickled vegetables, and a creamy yogurt-based sauce. I really liked how everything came together--the freshness of the salad and tanginess of the pickles balanced the savory, seasoned chicken perfectly. The portions were generous, and everything looked fresh and appetizing when I opened the box. This is definitely the kind of meal where you keep going back for "just one more bite." Overall: really tasty chicken kebab and a meal I'd happily order again.

Stopped back into Kebab Grill recently after realizing it had been way too long since my last…read morevisit. We moved further away, so it just slipped out of the regular rotation--but it's one of those places I've always remembered fondly and definitely missed. Happy to report it's still very good. I came in craving a shawarma combo, so I went with the chicken and lamb combo and chose cucumber-tomato salad and tzatziki for the two sides. Everything was well prepared and flavorful, just like I remembered. The portions are big, the kind where if you're not a huge eater you can easily turn one plate into two meals. Always appreciate that. Service was friendly and welcoming, and the place felt clean and well kept. It has that family-run feel, which adds to the experience. The only thing that's changed a bit over the years is the value. Prices are definitely higher than I remember, but honestly that seems to be the case everywhere these days. The generous portions help balance that out. Located in a strip mall in Westminster, it may not be flashy, but if you're looking for solid Mediterranean food, big servings, and friendly service, it still delivers. Glad I made the return visit. Definitely won't let it be so long next time.