I purchased my wedding dress here as well as two other event-specific outfits. I am a white, American bride, marrying a punjabi and therefore, wanted a dress that is the perfect fusion of indian and american. Sari Palace delivered! On the day of my appointment, the mother-daughter duo helped me fully customize my lehenga and choli based on other things I liked from their website and additional inspo from the webs. I was able to pick and choose fabrics, embroidery types, straps and even the level of fluff under the lehenga. From there, desi aunties took my exact body measurements, asked questions about how Id style the outfit and what level of modesty or immodesty I hoped to have LOL Im very big-chested so it was lovely that they could customize my top for support and coverage.When I came to pick it up, about three months later, I was OVERJOYED. It is literally exactly what I wanted and fits like a glove. I also purchased my haldi and mehendi outfits here, one of which had to be taken out and a stain removed. They did it no problem and offered a discount, too. Every time I am in here, they greet me by name and are incredibly friendly. The selection is insane!! The only reason this is a four instead of five is because I do feel the price point is high for some of the off the shelf items but for custom, I felt the $850 I paid was reasonable especially when a lot of "american" wedding dresses are $1k+ in addition to alterations. read more

I don't typically write reviews, but I feel compelled to share my experience so others do not run into the same issue. I came to Sari Palace last week at the recommendation of a friend and in hopes of supporting a local business. I came with my sister-in-law to purchase two blue-toned lehengas for a wedding in March. The owner kindly offered two outfits for me to try, both extremely large for me. I asked if they had ones that were closer to my size, but the owner kindly reassured me that they would be able to easily tailor it to my size. We purchased two lehengas, mine for over $400 and my sisters for over $500. Fast forward to pick up today. The initial adjustments were way off and the top way too big. The tailors there tried to adjust it again at which point the seams were way off center, which I brought to their attention. The seamstress then said that it is difficult to tailor this top because of the zipper on the side. I asked if they could try to make it more centered and symmetric. They tried again 3 more times, at which point I had lost all confidence in their ability to appropriately tailor the outfit. None of the seamstresses took accountability for the lack of quality in workmanship, and they tried to convince me that it looked fine. The latest iteration was closest to fitting but still completely off center per the images that I've posted. I asked if I could come back with my husband (to have a second set of eyes) to have it re-adjusted and they said they would charge me for it. Overall, I feel I did not get a product worth the amount I paid. I am left feeling like the owner clearly misled me into believing that the oversized lehenga would be easily tailored to fit me for the purpose of getting my money. The experience shows total lack of integrity, and I cannot recommend Sari Palace in good conscience. Don't waste your time or money. read more

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I came here to look for outfits for an Indian wedding. I understand that bargaining is common in India even though it's not my favorite part of the experience, I respect that it's part of the culture. My mom is very familiar with the pricing and quality of Indian outfits, so she tried to negotiate a fair price. Ultimately, she didn't feel the cost matched the quality, so we decided not to purchase anything. The staff's behavior was the most concerning part. While we were downstairs in the men's section, a younger woman who appeared to be a manager or owner approached another employee and spoke negatively about my mom while we were still there. It was uncomfortable and unprofessional. Additionally, the way the staff spoke to their employees came across as dismissive and rude, which created an overall unwelcoming atmosphere. At one point, my mom tried to look at items on a shelf and was told not to because they were arranged a certain way. The interaction felt unnecessarily rigid and unwelcoming. Overall, the environment felt tense, and the customer service did not match expectations. We ended up going to a nearby shop where the staff was much kinder and more respectful, and the quality of the outfits was noticeably better. read more

We have come here for so many years for beautiful saris, lenghas and great jewelry options. This store is a treasure! read more

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Theyre friendly and helpful up until they take your money but then the service and helpfulness goes away My garment needed to be altered and they messed it up the top ended up to small so I couldn't move my arms and the pants weren't taken in so looked ridiculous on me. Also I had to call them to find out when my garment would be ready they said they'd text me or call me to tell me when it would be ready and they never did . Turned out to be a big disappointment read more

A fantastic selection of high-quality clothing. The best in Berkeley for Indian attire. A must-visit!

My daughter and I went to Sari Place from the moment we walked in through the entire visit; selection, fitting and selection of jewelry each person took care and time to explain there was no rush. Just information and ultimately a very happy young lady. I cannot speak highly enough regarding the treatment. Ultimately the price point and the what I saw as special attention. They care that you are equipped and look amazing. Heading to a friend's traditional wedding. I feel amazing and if there were more stars to give I would give a thousand stars for a thousand percent! I Will definitely go back. Amazing value, service and they had so much to choose from and know how to help you narrow it down. Love this place and the family were one of a kind. Sincerely, Thank you. Debbie PS will add photo later. read more

I had already bought enough saris by the time I stepped into the Sari Palace, but I was very impressed by the huge selection and delightful organization of the shop. I wouldn't hesitate to shop here if I needed more. read more

Leaving a review for what was an amazing trip to Sari Palace. Had to buy a formal dress for a black tie wedding and couldn't be happier!! The selection here of gorgeous pieces for both Indian and non Indian occasions is endless. The people (Harjinder and Anil?) were not only helpful but so kind as I was overwhelmed at this task. I found the most stunning lehenga which would be extraordinary even at an opera gala. I hope to have an another occasion that brings me to Sari Palace soon! read more

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I have had the pleasure of shopping at Sari Palace. Every woman who works there is so knowledgeable. warm, kind, and helpful. I am not Indian, but every time I went into shop, it was like shopping with family taking care of me. The quality of the merchandise is also top-notch. If you have any events requiring Indian attire, please shop here. I cannot say enough good things about this business! I give Sari Palace 5 stars. read more

Good service, positive vibes and a huge selection of Indian wear. Sarees, suits, lehengas and more. Great jewellry collection too.

Excellent service. Gave them a price and was shown items in that range. Really appreciated the help. Good selection

They're just so ridiculously overpriced that I will not shop there again. I've been going here for decades. But they make you bargain so hard, push and push, just to get a fair price that it's not fun. They gang up on you. The quality is just ok. I'm done dealing with their tough tactics. Depending on their mood or how much money they make it's impossible get a fair price. The list price is over double what they's sell it for. i'm done. Siya, a new shop few doors down has fixed prices, better quality and good service. read more

I had a really great experience shopping for a kurta for my partner and a jewelry set for myself. The staff really paid attention to what we were looking for and were really sweet to work with! They have a lot of selections so I recommend anyone looking for Indian outfits and jewelry to come here! read more

Have you been to the 2nd floor of this place? There you will find Harjit (the on-site tailor) along with Harjinder & Davinder - the greatest Indian shopping experience in town! The clothing options are beautiful with amazing fabrics but the best part is Harjit, Harjinder & Davinder. They help you patiently pick the perfect outfit that ACTUALLY fits. As a Punjabi woman who is also very tall it is hard to trust Indian clothes will fit but Harjinder showed me suit after suit after suit in any color I wanted with so much kindness & patience. Harjit is lovely & very skilled at tailoring - she eyeballed my size & made my outfits perfectly fit. She is also a very interesting & smart woman - may God always bless her! Davinder maintains how well the clothes are steamed, folded & cared for - she is very good! Together the 3 of them made my shopping experience very fun. I will be back to have chai & pakoray with them one day & buy more outfits! read more

Sari Palace - This whole look styled by Harjinder & tailored by Harjit. I have no hair or makeup done - will update when I do! - Traditional Clothing Near Me - Berkeley, California

I never write reviews, but I just left Sari Palace and have to say how unbelievably helpful they were. My husband and I are going to an Indian wedding and we ordered our outfits online. They had many issues, and we came in to Sari Palace to see if they could help. They tailored my sari for me (even though the fabric length was too short), helped me find the perfect blouse to match the sari, helped find pants for my husband. The time and care they spent helping us couldn't be matched anywhere. We will definitely come back and refer any friends and family to come here! read more

I had a wonderful experience here. I am not Indian, but am going to be part of the wedding party for an Indian wedding. The three women who were working were so nice and helpful. This was the second store I went to. I am heavy and was told at the first store that ready made outfits in my size would be hard to find. The first store also wouldn't let me take pictures of myself in the one outfit in my size that I tried on so I couldn't get a second opinion. I also have a Sari that was gifted to me by the bride, but the blouse needs to be stitched. They don't do that which is fine, but when I asked to try on a ready made blouse they wouldn't drape the sari for me. All I could do was hold up the fabric. At Sari Palace my experience was the complete opposite. They had a great selection of outfits, let me try on lots of different styles and take pictures so I could get second opinions. They do stitch blouses, but it was going to take too long to get back. So I looked for ready made blouses and they had no problem draping my sari so I could see how it would actually look. They even did it twice because one of the women recommended I try a different blouse. Which was the blouse I ended up getting. They made an experience I was nervous about wonderful and so much fun. And I now have outfits I feel gorgeous in. read more

Sari palace had a large selection of gorgeous dresses. The great customer service was tremendously appreciated. They went over different colors, styles, and types. The kind ladies made sure we found something we loved and felt great in. They also have a tailor in store as well as a wide selection of beautiful jewelry. Everything conveniently in one place! Most definitely recommend you visit this store. read more

Just got some outfits at Sari Palace for my difficult to dress daughter! Very thankful that this business is here vs having to drive to the South Bay for bigger selections of clothing. Sari Palace has enough inventory, of all types, to meet your special event needs. The staff is attentive and not arrogant as they can be in some Indian shops. Sari Palace alteration services are very helpful too. We'll be back in the future! read more

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I had bought a beautiful timeless wedding lengha a few years ago during the pandemic from Sari Palace. The staff was supportive and helpful and even though it was the pandemic, they were able to offer a great selection and get my perfect silk lengha made to my fitting. Now, years later, I need this same lengha adjusted . The tailor-Mrs. Harjit Kaur --who has been with this store for YEARS, did a PERFECT alteration job. I can now wear this lengha at future events. The adjustment required not just a hem but a removal and remend of a belted area that had a specific design. She was able to perform this alteration seamlessly and professionally and efficiently. I do not know how she does this--she is the main alteration person for Sari Palace and has many clients and tasks to work on weekly--yet she still is able to make time to accommodate all her clients. thank you Harjit!! Appreciate you!! read more

In Short: Fantastic customer service put me at ease and helped me choose the perfect sari! They've got something for every price range and do alterations on the spot. Thank you, Sari Palace, for helping me look amazing for my very first Indian Wedding. Longer Version: When I got the invite for my friend's Indian-Brazilian-American wedding I was a mix of emotions: "this is going to be amazing!" vs "how the heck do I dress myself for this?!" When the bride started to suggest that everyone should at least try to dress in Indian wedding attire, I knew I would need help. I walked into Sari Palace with a WhatsApp message and some vague instructions from the bride, having very little idea of what any of it meant. The lovely ladies at Sari Palace put me right at ease, providing suggestions and different options for the various wedding events. They helped me stay within my preferred price range, providing suggestions of some slightly more expensive items without being pushy. They patiently helped me into and out of each sari and let me snap a few selfies so I could get bride approval. The whole process made me even more excited for the wedding to come! The blouse I eventually chose needed some alterations and they told me to come back a week later. When I returned, the blouse still needed to be taken in but they took it right back to the seamstress and it was ready to go in less than 5 minutes. Amazing! At the wedding, I got so many complements and have to say I've never felt more comfortable or confident at a wedding. Thank you so much, Sari Palace! You're the best! read more

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I came here on a whim looking for a sari to match my blouse and I found the perfect one! I was asked my price range and was shown saris within that range. The owner and the nicest staff member helped me find the right color that complemented me and helped me find bangles that went with the outfit too. Definitely recommend this place! read more

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Got our groomsmen outfits from here! Really impressed by the designs and the service. They were able to make 6 sherwanis in very different sizes, well-tailored and on time for our wedding. Also provided extras like the shoes. Would definitely recommend this place for your wedding needs! read more

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Sari Palace is the only boutique that is up to date in Indian fashion. The anarkalis, gowns, the floral... you name it, they have it. The service here is amazing. Aunty & Heeral are my favorite to work with. I'm a very hard to please person. I have several different ideas and visions that I want all in one outfit and somehow Sari Palace is able to turn that vision into reality. Not only am I picky, but I am curvy and tall; I am not your average suit size. Aunty takes down my measurements for my custom outfits that end up fitting me like a glove. In case you didn't know: * They have ready-made sari blouses in different styles that you can mix and match with saris you already own. * They have a tailor in store at all times. * Don't see something in store? They can customize any outfit for all shapes and sizes. * They sell amazing jewelry; kundan sets are my favorite! * The selection for men is astounding- kurtas/sherwanis- long, short, embroidered, simple... * Check out their Instagram account for new arrivals & bridal pictures! read more

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Four extremely helpful and sweet ladies at Sari Palace put together a wedding guest sari within a week for my friend's Indian wedding. 1). "Cashier lady" was the negotiator and probably one of the owners who had a stern face, but she's really sweet and gave me a reasonable price with discounts; 2). "Jewelry lady" picked out all the Indian head pieces that matched my description (pearl, crystals), and found one that was exactly what I was looking for right before I walked out- it was perfect! It originally cost $45 and she gave it to me for the price of $30; 3). "Fabric/bead details lady" picked out a sari "blouse" for me because they didn't have time to sew me one. So, she picked out a dark pink one with gold accents that went well with my sari skirt that they made. Yes, there was an unnoticeable huge stain on the left chest, but they offered me a discount from $65, and she found the exact beads to see in the back that were missing. She also helped me try on the whole ensemble and pinned the sari scarf so I'd have an easier time to wear it at my friend's wedding; 4). "Seamstress lady" made my dark pink, elegant silk sari skirt that was perfectly fitted to my body measurements. It looked amazing! $75 for a fitted sari skirt to be made from the Indian silk and material my friends brought back from India. Successful sari ensemble made me look like a South Indian princess, and it was all thanks to them! If you don't have time to get your sari made in India (way cheaper), then you can get it made here for $170 plus $45 parking ticket (Berkeley is known for their attentive parking attendants, ugh). read more

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One of the worst indian clothing store in Berkeley. customer service is worst and the employees and owner are so mean and rude. they dont even know how to smile and the price is so costly. the roopam sari next door is worth going to. their prices are so good and owner is so friendly. treats you like family. sari palace even charge you for alternations. dont even think about going there people please. Worst!Worst!Worst!Worst place to shop. read more

Everything in here is absolutely beautiful and EXPENSIVE. Want a fake silver necklace with earrings and a bracelet? $800 non-refundable. Want a Sari? $1,200 and up, non-refundable. Don't look closely at the bead work, you will see how crooked it is and even dried glue. Want to try on a specific color? Forget it, you have to try on the dress that's already out of the plastic. I think you should be able to try on the dress you're willing to pay thousands for. Want to take a picture? Nope, not allowed. read more

Recently went to Sari Palace to get outfits for my friends for my upcoming wedding. The whole team there was very kind and helpful. They helped everyone find outfits that were perfect for each person and the pricing was affordable. They even did simple alterations right on the spot so my friends walked out with their tailored pieces. I highly recommend Sari Palace for any Indian clothing. Their selection is stunning! Thank to Asha and her wonderful staff for a great experience. read more

I had mixed emotions about this place. Initially I was very excited, but that soon evaporated. I stumbled upon this place via a quick google search. I was in need of a dupatta with medium work on it for my Nikkah. (I had bought my wedding dress in India but the dupatta wasn't decked out enough for a bride to be.) I understand it's a tough request for JUST a dupatta in the US, but I figured I'd try my luck in the Bay Area since I'm from Dallas and was in SF for work. I walked in with little hopes of finding the exact color or at least a similar design and explained my situation to them. Lo and behold, by the forces of the universe, I had finally found it!!! They actually had a few medium to heavy work dupattas lying around upstairs by the raw material. The seamstress told me they were from custom orders that maybe had a mismatch in color or design from previous customers. Another woman's trash turned out to be my treasure! Beyond excited I went downstairs to inquire about the price, since there was no price tag. I was expecting to pay $50-60 max since it was just the dupatta and not a full outfit. Yeah right!! The woman (At the register) quoted me $250!!! She must have been out of her mind! I said no way and immediately called my mom, who advised me to speak directly with the owner to see if he'd cut me a deal. I spoke with him, who was very nice btw, and he told me $175 was the lowest he could do... Which is still A LOT of money for a dupatta... but with my situation, this was going to be the best I could get. So I sucked it up and coughed up the cash. Yes, I know as a consumer I could have not purchased it and ordered something again from overseas, but it's the principal of a store/business using someone's situation as leverage to charge whatever they please... I don't live around here so its not like I'll ever shop here again, but for those that do. Please just be aware. They do have a great selection of clothes, just be wary of pricing... good luck! read more

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Lady usha was big help I found my outfit for my reception please go to Berkeley it's worth it

An amazing store with a great selection and superb service!! My fiancee found her beautiful bridal lengha at Sari Palace!! The entire process was very easy with service that went above and beyond other stores we had visited previously. My fiancee and I were looking for our wedding outfits for a few days until we stopped by at Sari Palace. Not only did we find a large selection of beautiful bridal lenghas, but they also have excellent service! They were able to help my fiancee who is of Latin descent with all of her questions and did a great job of explaining the latest styles and how to wear the different styles of outfits. Other stores we had been to previously either were not interested in helping us or were too pushy. At Sari Palace we were greeted when entering the store and they really took care of us from there. They asked us what we were looking for and began to show us the many different styles and colors they had for bridal lenghas. My fiancee was able to try on all the ones she was interested in. They did not hesitate to bring out a variety of clothes and even took off clothes from the manaquin so my fiancee could try them on. They also explained to us that they are able to custom design and make alterations. The fabric and stitching of the clothes were of very high quality and for a very respectable price. Throughout the whole process they were very friendly and informative!! We felt at home when shopping at Sari Palace and can't thank them enough. This is a fantastic place to shop for all of your Indian Fashion needs!! read more

Such a lovely experience. The employees made the experience really enjoyable. They were so helpful from start to finish, offering great advise and going above a beyond to help me find the perfect lahenga and matching costume jewelry. The alteration was made perfect to my size within a week. read more

I need a Sari for a wedding I was attending and they were absolutely amazing! They paid extreme attention to what would go best with my eyes, hair, skin, etc. they were absolute angels and made me feel beautiful! I was also trying to coordinate with someone based on a picture that I was attending with and they did an amazing job of pairing the two pieces. I will definitely be coming back! read more

My all time favorite Indian boutique! I bought my nikah dress from here and I absolutely loved it! The owner was super helpful in trying to find the perfect dress in the price range I wanted. But be prepared to pay a little extra for quality! The nikah Clothes that I bought was originally 4K! The owner accidentally said 1k and was nice enough to honor his word and gave it to me for that price! Everyone loved my dress! They also custom make Indian dresses! You get to choose the fabric and design that you want! I would've picked this option but I didn't have enough time to wait for a custom made dress! read more

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My husband and I got our wedding outfits here - along with outfits for our entire wedding party - and couldn't have been happier! My lehenga was custom made based on a photo of a design I loved, and it was exactly as I had imagined. Asha also helped me with 11 bridesmaid lehengas, a sari for my mom and 3 kurtas for my dad + brothers and every single one was beautiful. I can't say enough good things about her attention to detail, patience and customer service!! read more

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***Amazing Customer Service**** ***Affordable Prices*** ***Deliver on their Promises*** ~~~Customer Service~~~ We've gone to other shops in Berkeley and usually you get no help at all. Not at Sari Palace, everybody here is so helpful from the store manager to the seamstress. We have come to this place 4-5 times in the past 1-2 months and every time they are eager and very patience in helping us, trust me that is hard to find when it comes to Indian stores. Also they are not racist or prejudice like some other Indian suit shops in Berkeley. The color of your skin doesn't matter here, for my Non-Indian peeps I totally recommend this place!!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~Prices~~~ Their sign don't say "Price Match Guarantee" or "Lowest Prices in Town" but they are after comparing their prices to other stores around Berkeley. My old lady bought all her suits here, her bridesmaid suits, jewelry, etc...I also bought my men's suit here and one for my little brother as well all were excellently priced. My mom even came by the other weekend to pick out some suits for herself just because!?! ~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~Reliability~~~ We tried to go the online route for the fiancé's Bridesmaid dresses, and we learned our lesson the hard way as the company (UTSAV Fashion) ruined all the bridesmaid dresses and we still have yet to get a refund. Some were missing buttons, sizes were wrong, but the worst part was that some of the dresses were the wrong color?!?...6 weeks away from the wedding and we have no bridesmaid dress....SARI PALACE to the rescue!!! We told them exactly what we wanted and they spent a lot of time taking in each detail of the dresses to appease to our liking. They promised that we would have a bridesmaid dresses within 5-6 weeks, heck they got it done in 3.5 weeks flat. The dresses came out looking exactly how we wanted and the quick turn-around time of Sari Palace left me speechless. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Other Indian Suit Shops in Berkley and around the bay area should take notes because this is how you run a business!...I would give them a 6 Star Rating if it is possible, but since I can't I'll just give them a 5++++++ star rating!!! read more

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I use to shop here years back but now this place is not the same anymore. Couple times I went past the store I saw tacky fabric display on the doors and glass. Below are things I noticed in my recent visit " noticed before also never got a change to write my review: A) The ladies don't want to take out stuff that's behind the metal rack display to show. Not to mention my friend said he has been going here since he was 5 years old with his sister and they hide good stuff. B) when you ask for red , blue , green, pink colors , they take out beige and brown to show. C) they don't post accurate prices on the tags ! They expect to know what range you are looking for . -- how can you tell them the range when you don't know the exact price. If the tag says $1000 but the actual cost is $500 and after bargain it's $200 then what range should i provide! Should I say $1000 or $500? What a ripoff. I'm not comfortable speaking about the range. Show me the good stuff that you have then I can decide if it pleases my eye. For that reason I have walked out few times from this store. D) I picked out something from second floor which was couple sizes bigger. The lady told me $25 for alteration and the cost of suit was $150. You still paying $175 for a ridiculous out dated style and on top they want to charge for stitching. Use to be free for alterations when you bought from here. E) You can not repeat these clothes all the time so use your cash wisely and purchase at reasonable price online. You will get more clothes for wedding events for your same bucks. I encourage all the people who don't know about Indian pricing system to look online and purchase ahead of time to save yourself from the rip off. What needs to change! You know more and more people are going online to purchase so your cash intake is less now. Why not boost your revenue by changing old habits. You should change that habit to attract customers especially millennials. Since this review is only about Sari palace, I want to warn you about Roopam's and Sari Boutique which is owned by same people. They do the same. read more

Phenomenal service! Thank you so much to the ladies who were able to make such a fast tailoring turn around for me.

My family has been coming here for decades- all the staff is really helpful and super down to help without being pushy. They definitely will work with you, especially if you don't know much about Indian clothes like my family, to get the right clothes for the right event. This is definitely my recommended location for Indian clothes in the East Bay, or maybe the entire Bay Area. read more

I came in looking for an outfit for a friends wedding. I had no idea what I wanted but the staff was super helpful in helping me pick out an outfit and entertaining my 2 year old boy while I tried different things on. Very nice and well done. Thank you! read more