I tried this for the first time as my friend recommended it to me. So good! Delicious Indian food…read more I ordered for Pickup via Uber eats We got the chicken tikka masala, the chicken vindaloo (medium spicy) & mango lassis, garlic naan, as well as samosas and rice. Everything was super tasty and seasoned. Some chicken was a bit dry but the flavour was perfect. The lassis were perfectly yogurty and not too sweet. I love potatoes, so the vindaloo had a good amount in it! Will definitely order again, thanks!

Came here recently. Only had the onion Bhaje, which was solid. Kind of like an Indian version of a…read moreblooming onion. Not a lot to say yet, but need to get this place onto yelp. Server was super friendly. In a strip mall. Definitely going to come back

Lovely spot! Great ambience and a unique second floor location, giving you nice city street views…read more Sham, the owner, is so kind and friendly as it was my first time. He just seems like a very caring person. The food was amazing, especially the chicken tikka masala. It's incredible. They also use chicken breast which is great. They also validate parking in the garage adjacent to the restaurant. It is always frustrating to find your new favorite place when you move, so I am glad to have found the spot! It is hard to find a restaurant that you can go to for different formalities, from casual to formal, from friends to your spouse, but they have done it with their service and ambience. I will for sure come back many times!

My wife and I are grateful to have this authentic gem of a restaurant in our neighborhood. Sham,…read morethe owner is such a kind man and as soon as we walk in the door, his staff makes us feel incredibly welcome. Every time we dine here, the service is attentive, the food is consistently delicious, the prices are more than fair. We always end our meal with the same reaction of "I'm glad we came here, that was delicious!" The space is tastefully perched on the 2nd floor providing an escape from the busyness of Wilshire Blvd below and a sense of calm during our meal. We are fans of the booth seating next to the large windows which offer an elevated change of scenery. We look forward to joining them for the $14.99 AYCE lunch buffet, which at that price point seems like a steal given the authenticity and high quality of food they are offering. Thank you again for being what I consider a staple in the Brentwood dining community!

Lunch buffet! That is all! It was delicious and a great spot if you're a newbie to Indian food!…read more I went with my gf and she was able to explain to me what was what! Yum! I'm a fan and it was filling! Must be the chickpeas! I'd go back for sure!

Very tasty chicken tika masala on the buffet. The lamb dishes on the regular menu look…read moreinteresting, too, and I'll try those next time.

I am starting a new rating system…read more I've lived on the west side for 30 years and every time I turn around some old, familiar establishment is closing. So I'm only going to rate places by the regret I will feel if they closed down. 5 stars for Chutneys because when the food is good it's on fire good. When it's not perfect because this is actually handmade food with raw ingredients it's still very, very good. Also, it's the only place with Biriyani (Pakistani Karachi style with Potatoes). I miss my mom's cooking so I am a tough sell.

Aweome folks greats food just amazing authentic keep up the…read moregreat work very nice owners

Sometimes you need really yummy comfort Indian food; if you have that itch, 100% recommend this…read morespot. Their fish coconut curry with basmati rice is a delicious combo.

I hate writing this because the food here is top-notch, but I found not one, but two hairs during…read moremy meal: one in my lamb curry and another in my takeout container. I guess I was extra lucky lol?? The server was super kind and replaced the dish right away, but it definitely ruined my appetite. I know mistakes happen, but twice in one night was a first for me. Also, double-check the suggested tip amounts because they didn't add up correctly, so you could end up tipping more than intended.

I haven't visited Govinda's for at least 40 years, and I was curious to see how it might have…read morechanged or not in all this time. The physical location changed since I was last there. The restaurant now occupied space direction adjacent to the ISKON Temple and Museum. It is clean, spacious, sunny, and has adjacent parking. The food was mostly bland but pleasing, as usual, and the buffet service was attentive and friendly.

I've only had a chance to visit the Govinda's locations in Tucson and Houston…read more So happy I had a chance to get to know this location as well. Overall, the food options are a bit limited compared to the other locations, and it is full service (instead of open buffet style). But the food -- always vegan and vegetarian -- is absolutely delicious and holds very well. You can get a solid meal at less than $15, and feel absolutely light and full of energy immediately after (there does not appear to be a set price for takeout -- food appears to go $6.50 per pound). I especially love the lentils (lentil anything!), paneer and the samosas. The mango lassi is also pretty good, albiet a bit watery. The space, with the restaurant downstairs and the shop upstairs, also works very well. There is some outdoor seating -- but good luck with parking. There is a tiny lot right out front, but be cautious of neighborhood parking, as parking enforcement is very active in the surrounding area.

Amazing food, excellent service, and a warm, friendly atmosphere! The staff were welcoming and…read moreattentive, making the whole experience enjoyable. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The restaurant was clean, comfortable, and had a great vibe. Definitely a fantastic spot for anyone looking for delicious food and outstanding hospitality. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it!

Sooo yummy Very authentic Nepalese momos!…read more My daughter n her husband will be back more often since they are only 10 mins away

First, I found Navaa Indian Bistro to be confusing. Evidently it took the place of Zafran which was…read morenext door. But it did not say that outside, but it was on the menu and the bill, which was quite high for what we got. It is located in a small strip mall. Parking is okay and free. There was no wait to be seated. There was only one other group there. The service was fine, not great. The server seemed confused when I asked him was this Zafran or Navaa. He finally said, it is the same. This is Navaa. Okay, we got menus and ordered. We had curries and rice and beverages and a vegetable dish. None were something I would come back for. They did come out fast, which is nice, but they tasted like they had been waiting. I told the server very clearly that I needed my curry very very mild or I could just order something else. He said they can make it super mild. When it came it was so spicy I could not eat more than a bit. We took it to go and trashed it. My husband's food was okay, but the meat was tough and dry. The rice was dry. We had to ask for some ice cubes for the warm ice tea they served. My coffee was excellent. They had to make it. The place is not cute, it is sort of a mess of chairs and it was clean, but not anywhere to my standards. Sadly, we will not be back.

Navaa Indian Bistro takes the place of Zafran Pot in the little mini mall at Venice and Motor. But…read moredon't let the name fool you -- this restaurant serves flavorful and authentic food from the same people behind Mayura next door. Their specialty is Thalassery style biryani. I ordered the chicken biryani and samosa chaat, and thought both were excellent, especially the spicy and flavorful biryani. Of particular note, they appear to be using short-grain rice, instead of the usual basmati, which is a distinctive feature of Thalassery biryani. I will certainly be back to try the goat biryani and some of their other dishes. My one suggestion to the owners: instead of serving "wraps" made with "flatbread," have a menu of kati rolls on paratha. Most people are looking for authenticity, not fusion, and kati rolls could be the next big thing in LA. Just saying! If you're the kind of person who complains about having to pick spices out of your biryani, this probably isn't the place for you. But if you want authentic deliciousness, give Navaa a try. It's a welcome addition to the burgeoning Little India along Venice.