This was our first time trying Surmai and we were really in the mood for some seafood so came here for that. The service was really good and we were seated immediately followed by quick orders. We ordered Surmai fish, pomplet thali and Kolambi Shrimp. The shrimp was literally one of the best shrimp dishes we have ever had. The flavors were great, crispy, nice and juicy. The Surmai fish (king fish) was ok and was little bitter. We liked the thali but probably will opt for a different one next time to try something else. I wish the various fried fish dishes had different flavors and were marinated differently. They literally all had the exact same marinade and so you don't really feel like eating a different dish. Would def come back for the prawns. read more

Surmai - 8 Piece Kolambi Fry - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Craving some coastal Maharashtrian cuisine? Look no further! We went here on a Saturday for lunch as a group of 6 and were seated after a 15 min wait. We had the Surmai thali, Special thali, Kolambi masala, and Surmai fry with rice and rotis, and of course, Sol kadhi. The thali has rice and bhakri with either fish or chicken and mutton accompanied by some Sol kadhi. The fish curry that came with the thali was okay, but the rest of the thali was good with a decent spice level. The group enjoyed the Kolambi masala for its spice and flavor. The Surmai fry had 2 pieces that were quite large and more than adequate for 2 people. The service was prompt and courteous despite the restaurant being quite full. The special thali was okay, with the fried shrimp being the favorite but I'd recommend sticking with the sea food offerings when you visit. Will look forward to trying their other offerings next time. read more

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Our friend treated us to this great Indian restaurant for joining a new job. We were together 8 people - 4 kids and 4 adults It was first come first serve and we were seated in 10 minutes on a Saturday evening around 7 pm. It was very loud and noisy inside the restaurant. Being an Indian and knowing this cuisine type we kind of knew what we wanted to eat. We ordered two types of shrimps for starters Kolambi shrimp - mind blowing crispness and taste Shrimp tikka - very similar to tandoori chicken - 10/10 Kokum for drinks - very delicious mocktail Main course - medium Konkani Chicken Masala - 9/10 Mutton Masala - 10/10 Rice Bhakri - never had this before, it was a very light bread, loved it! Surmai fish - amazing pan fried fish dish We will definitely go again and try some other dishes read more

Delicious first visit to this restaurant! I went with the kolambi thali and all the food was wonderful and plentiful. Fried shrimp, cooked shrimp in a flavorful, thick curry, tomato curry (my favorite! bright and tangy taste), daal, rice, bhakri (rice flour flatbread), and solkhadi (coconut milk drink). My partner ordered the Surmai Thali which came with all the same items except fried fish and a fish curry instead of the shrimp dishes. There was a nice heat to the spice combination across dishes. Nice, casual dining area. Easy strip mall parking. Efficient service. Will return! read more

Surmai - Shrimp Thali and Surmai Thali - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

My first-ever meal at Surmai... the indoor ambiance, endearing service, and bathroom cleanliness were all top-notch! The surmai thali and the "pomfret" thali were both delightful visual treats, as my dinner pics would attest. The fried Surmai fish pieces were marinated in lip-smacking spices; however, the semolina-basted pomfret was bland and somewhat disappointing. The curried lentils daal and the pink solkadi were superb! Our server Trely Oliver's gracious hospitality, bubbly conversation and charismatic persona, greatly enhanced a memorable birthday dinner experience! read more

Surmai - Semolina-basted silver pomfret: "Paplet Thali" - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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I was excited to try a restaurant representing seafood from Maharashtra. Really nice staff and seating area. We had the Machi Cha Kalvan and Surmai Rava Fish Fry. The Kalvan was not great, it was a heavy sauce with a bit too much starch, and few pieces of fish. The Rava fish fry was better, but it suffered from poor fish quality, which dragged down the dish despite a good spice profile. Prices were pretty high relative to the quality. I don't think I'll return. read more

The seafood is really good. The chicken is not so good. But best seafood goan indian place

everything about this restaurant is amazing. First of all, their fish is shipped from India, and it tastes extremely fresh and super flavorful! It took maybe five minutes to get the food and it was a perfect blend of spices, but not too much! But be careful of the bones in the fish! The green chutney was also 10/10! we pretty much were drinking it. Additionally the workers are extremely sweet. We got to talk to both of the owners and the servers and they were extremely kind and also super funny! this place feels like an extremely homey area and i would love to go again! read more

Surmai - Surmai Rava Fish Fry - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Beer only, no wine or any other alcohol and no option for corkage. Beginning of the night and they were already out out of the burnt garlic fried rice so I don't know if they actually have it at all. Special thali- good deal and flavors. Chicken tikka masala- mushy Crab masala- really good and flavorful. They had Dungeness crab the day we went. Garlic naan- this tasted like Trader Joe's microwaved. For dessert, we shared the mango pulp which tasted artificial. We also tried the rose ice cream and butterscotch ice cream, and they both came way too melted. $160 for dinner for two adults, and 1 child. There are way better options in this area. read more

This is authentic Indian restaurant with great Thali dishes, seafood and more, catering to Indian diners from the state of Maharastra. There are many things on the menu that non-Indian diners may not be familiar with and that are not described in the menu. But do your research, or come with someone who has spent time in India, or just ask the wait staff for recommendations. The food here is very spicy. Just be prepared for that. We loved it, but those curries were the spiciest dishes I've eaten in a long time. In the Indian tradition, be prepared for proteins not to be deboned before they are chopped up and put into your curry. I'm not sure what the protocol is for eating that way, but I guess you just have to take a bite, then remove the bones from your mouth. One of our breads was undercooked, but everything else was perfectly prepared. and they have a very nice Indian ice cream selection to cool down your pallet after the meal. This includes a saffron pistachio ice cream, we really wanted to try, but they were out. It doesn't say "saffron pistachio" on the menu; it gives the Indian (Hindi) name for everything so we Googled most things on the menu to see what they were. Still, the ice cream we did order was excellent. I would say that they should have an "Americanized" menu as an option, but they really don't need it. The place was full. All tables inside and outside were occupied and there was a line to get in. The patrons were 95% Indian, and many were dressed in beautiful Indian clothing. The cornmeal-crusted shrimp that came with my Special Thali dish was amazing, and my wife absolutely adored her whole fried fish. Maharastra is coastal, so this place specializes in seafood. Our waiter gave great advice on what we might want to order and helped us make the best decisions, even on our beverage options. The only beverage I recognized was the mango lassi. But we tried new this and we enjoyed ourselves. read more

Surmai - Special Thali - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Great Food & Amazing Service from Dixon! We had a wonderful experience at Surma! The staff was friendly, and our waiter, Dixon, was truly amazing - so patient, clear, and friendly. The food was great! We loved the Special Thali for its excellent mix of dishes, and the Garlic Naan and Garlic Fried Rice with Shrimp were delicious. We also enjoyed the Mango Lassi and citrus drink. The only slight oddity was no ice. Highly recommend Surma for delicious food and fantastic service, especially from Dixon! read more

Surmai - Special thali and mango laasi - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Going strong. Improved taste. The Special thali came with distinct & tasty Mutton & Chicken gravies. Paplet thali came with a decent sized fresh Pomfret made to perfection. Both a must try. Neat place, friendly service. Recommend off peak days & hours. read more

Surmai - Special Thali - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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The food is really really good. We ordered for delivery and the food was still hot and fresh. We loved their kolambi prawns and chicken. The paneer was a little hard but the flavor was on point. If you like spicy food the kolambi prawns are a hit. read more

Surmai - Paneer Tikka 8 Piece Kolambi Fry Chicken Kebab - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

We had a great experience at Surmai. We ordered the Surmai Thali, which came with fish fry, dal, and two types of fish curries - all full of flavor and really well done. We also tried the Triple Schezwan Rice with chicken, which came with a side of Chicken Manchurian. Super yum! Our server, Trely, was great - friendly, helpful, and recommended the fried rice. Overall, delicious food and welcoming ambiance. We would definitely come back! read more

Surmai - Surmai Thali - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Went to Surmai on a Friday evening for dinner and was seated right away, though most of the seats were full. The place is small, neat, cozy and has parking space right outside. Very good service by Trely, who took our order and provided info from the menu. They also kept checking on us to see if we wanted anything more and if the food was good. We ordered a Kolambi fry as appetizer, a Special thali, a side of chapati, Kokum sarbet and Aamras for dessert. Loved the rava battered tiger prawns that came with green chutney and veggies. Special thali is a shareable plate for two and all the sides were yummy, especially the mutton and chicken curries. Also we asked for a side of yogurt for our kid and they gave it for free. Finally the price was a bit above average but the quantity was good too. A nice place to check out for couples, friends and families for a good dine out. read more

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Very flavorful Indian food. The shrimp was a tad over cooked, but everything else made up for it read more

Surmai - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

This place went crazy on za internets!! Service was so good, staff was very friendly :) Disappointed that were only 2 veg dishes but it's mainly focused on maharastrian coastal cuisine so can't complain too much. A veg version of the thali would honestly slap thooo. Anyways I got the kadai paneer and garlic naan. It tasted pretty good but wasn't as spicy as I would like and more on the sweeter side. Naan was soft but couldn't detect much garlic flavor tbh. From what I know kadai paneer is supposed to be less gravy and more spices. But ingredients were pretty fresh love the silverwear or should I say copperwear that they had! XD Bathroom was pretty decorated as well. Cute spot but would say it mainly caters to pescatarian/non veg populations so just ok for a veg :") read more

Surmai - Kadai Paneer and Garlic Naan (vegetarian) - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Excellent service and taste. Trely was very quick to pick up the order and get the food. Appreciate. Thanks Trely read more

Surmai - Veg thali - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Cute little hole in wall, tucked away off Lawrence. Stopped by for quick lunch while running errands with mom. Friendly and helpful staff. We ordered mango lassi, fish fry and shrimp curry. Delicious and nice portion. Looking forward to trying Briyani and other dishes next time. read more

Surmai - Kolambi Masala - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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The food here is very flavorful and plated very nicely. My friend and I were met with great service from server, Dixon, whom was very knowledgeable about the menu and took the time to explain what the items were as first time guests. The total vibe of the restaurant is very warm and welcoming. It is a plus that the tables are already prepared with plates, utensils, cups, and a filled pitcher of water! Now back to the food we had ordered Thali's which appears to be a platter of food which is filled with rich flavor. To complete this meal we ended with trying the Kesar Pista ice cream delicious and refreshing! I would come back! read more

Surmai - Chicken Tikka Thali and Paplet Thali - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Wife is a fish lover and she insisted we drive for one hr to go try the food here. They are open 12 -3 on website but kitchen closes at 3:15. Didn't take the name down on waitlist. They were running quite busy. Inside is a small area so with our stroller we opted to sit outside. There is enough shade /umbrellas for 6/7 families. We had surmai fry - the best one as the name suggests 5/5 Paplet fry - 5/5 Salmon fry - wasn't favorite in the table 3/5 macchi che kalvan ( pomfret) - 4/5 Bhakri - 3/5 felt a bit chewy Solkadhi - 5/5 Kolam sharbet-4/5 Chicken kabab - 4/5 Service was quick and liked that they served side salad with fried fish. Definitely going again even though it's a drive for us!. read more

A decent place to grab Indian food with unique menu options! They specialize in Coastal Indian cuisine, and they also have Indo Chinese food too. I got the Paplet Thali becuase I really wanted to experience their seafood dishes! The Macchi Cha Kalvan was VERY SPICY, but packed with a lot of flavor. The paplet fish was deep fried with a crispy breading. This was delicious! However, the rest of the thali fell short for me. Nothing special. I'd recommend just ordering the Paplet Rava Fish Fry instead of the thali. We also got a Chicken Tikka Masala to share! This was different than others that I have had. The gravy was VERY THICK, which I liked - easy to pick up with naan. The spices were very strong though. Not very creamy, and more tomato in the flavor. Spicy as well! read more

Surmai - Chicken Tikka Masala - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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Found myself in Sunnyvale for some volleyball with friends and decided to finally stop by Surmai, the sister restaurant of Puranpoli in Santa Clara. Seating was a breeze at 3:30 on a Sunday and the three of us selected a preset table near the pay station. Our water jug was pretty much empty on arrival (which would become a reoccurring theme throughout the meal) - however, every other aspect of our service was pretty solid. Vishal was our server and, seeing as this was all of our first times having traditional Maharashtrian cuisine, was more than willing to answer my questions regarding the menu. I decided to branch out from my trusty mango lassi and try the Solkadhi beverage, a thick, peppery, and tart-savory traditional drink made with coconut milk and kokam that felt like I was drinking a pasta sauce. I must say I did not particularly enjoy this beverage, but its popularity as described by VIshal makes me think this might just be a cultural difference in palate. The food was a different story - we ordered 2 special thalis ($28.99) and 1 paplet thali ($32.99), which were little sampler plates of different dishes on a large platter. The special came with chicken and mutton masala, cornmeal fried kolambi prawns, onion and cabbage salad, rice and bhakri (rice flour flatbread), and a small bowl each of solkadhi, mutton broth, and tomato broth. I absolutely loved the mutton masala - I think it's the best way I've tried that protein ever - and the shrimp was crispy, flavorful, and not overcooked. I will note that as someone who isn't the best with spice, the default spice level was just right for me to enjoy with ample amounts of water. Vishal explained the broths were for drinking throughout the meal rather than dipping (as we initially inferred) and kindly brought us a cilantro chutney that went well with everything on my plate. My friend who had the paplet thali had a fried pomfret fish and fish curry instead of the prawns and masala, the former of which was quite sizable and very flaky. We washed up in their very clean bathroom and left absolutely stuffed. Would come again! read more

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We love coming here for seafood -- it has quickly become our favorite spot for seafood thalis! The service and hospitality are always excellent. A special mention to Trely, who consistently makes sure we are well taken care of. read more

Surmai - Paplet Thali and Surmai Thali - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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We left deeply disappointed and won't be returning. The Konkani chicken was aggressively over-salted and one-dimensional in flavor, with a strong off-putting smell -- clearly the result of a coconut curry base made from stale, rancid coconut oil. It was simply inedible. The pomfret thali at $32 fared no better. Aside from the fried fish, every element of the meal fell flat. The chapati was clearly pre-made days in advance and served reheated -- stale and rubbery. For that price, we expected fresh, thoughtfully prepared food. This was a complete waste of money. If you're considering this restaurant for a special meal or to experience authentic Indian/maharashtrian cuisine, look elsewhere. The kitchen fundamentals -- freshness, seasoning, quality of ingredients -- simply aren't there. read more

Amazing well spiced and full of maharastrian flavors. Smoky fried fish goes very well with mint chutney sauce. Servers are very nice and food comes out quick read more

Surmai - Shrimp Thali, Surmai Thali, Special Thali - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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This might be the most happening restaurant in this quiet corner of Sunnyvale - it was packed to the brim but thankfully the wait was not too long. I'm not usually the biggest fan of seafood but my partner is so we gave this place a shot and ordered the Paplet Thali, the Crab (a temporary special), and the chicken tikka kebab. Everything came out fairly quickly and was packed with flavor. The thali was very authentic and reminded me of a similar dish I had at a roadside thali house in Goa. Even the chicken tikka (which doesn't really belong in Maharashtrian cuisine but was perhaps included to make the uninitiated more comfortable) was charred to perfection and was juicy and tender. Be warned that the default spice level is high so let the waiter know ahead of time if you want to make a change! read more

Surmai - Crab - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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The surmai fried is tasty . The chicken Thali with the sol kadi is always amazing and I recommend those read more

Mr. Roshan Shivalkar did not disappoint! After Puranpoli, Surmai that he has recently opened is best place to go and savor some very authentic Maharashtrian coastal cuisine, here in the Bay Area! The pescatarian fare served here is true-blue cooking as I would have at my friend's place along the Malvan coast where mothers' lovingly cook such fare for their children and their friends, A picture says a thousand words, so I will let my photos do the talking! Just a note for our friend and Yelp Elite @Cherylynn : Can Bee n me be your guide the next time you visit so that we can curate your order to have you savor the best Malvani cuisine , that we have enjoyed in a while! With an awesome and friendly service and with Marathi chattering all around us creating an ambience of the Malvan coastline, we are willing to come from East Bay to Santa Clara and savor this fare anytime ! We will be visiting this place again frequently and very very soon ! read more

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Had a great time here with our thalis. I think the fish / prawn fry / lamb meat that came as a specialty in our thali were great. I also got a fish curry that didn't have any flavor of the fish in it, so felt like any regular curry. The rice roti that came with the thali was soft and fresh. I tried 2 Maharashtrian restaurants lately, and I feel like the overall experience of the other one was better. I did like many of the items here, and definitely recommend this place to my frnz. But few things weren't as delightful as I mentioned. The ice cream options were good. PS. Think twice or thrice before ordering paan ice cream, as every spoon will feel like a whole Paan in your mouth, super strong. read more

Surmai - Special Thali - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Came here on a Wednesday night with my friend. Parking is super easy in front of the restaurant. We came at like 6:30 and there was plenty of tables around. I got a kokam sorbat at first cus I wanted to try it but I ended up not liking it and got a mango lassi instead. The service was really quick to help so it was nice. I ordered the special thali and my friend ordered the chicken thali. Everything came out quickly and our server answered all our questions. The food was SOO good, I honestly wish I had a second stomach to finish it all. It was definitely enough for one person and I could take some home. The food was so fresh and just reminded me of home. Would definitely come back! read more

Was really excited to try this place because of all the raving reviews! Service is direct. The flavors were definitely there, we ordered the shrimp thali and the fish thali which were both flavorful. However, it was pretty salty and for me, I could not tolerate the spice. The salt was more overwhelming for me but the Bhakri was incredible! read more

Surmai - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

Fried seafood but with an Indian twist. Today my friend and I decided to dine here. We were both hooked by the photos on Yelp. I love flavorful dishes and thought this would make a great spot for dinner. They have plenty of seating and are usually busy during the weekend. During the week days it's pretty empty. The food was delicious! I highly recommend their special thali to share and ordering a couple sides; like garlic nan or the garlic fried rice. Fried seafood is always a great way to enjoy warm weather! I am coming back here forsure! read more

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It was our first time here after seeing it on Instagram Reels. The food was delicious--we especially liked the mutton ( my husband said he wish it has more gravy) The service was friendly and attentive, and we enjoyed everything we ordered. The restaurant has a nice decor and Clean. Plus, there is plenty of parking and the restroom was clean. read more

Surmai - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

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This for sure ain't your regular watered down Indian restaurant. We came with a group of 4 and were seated quickly on a Friday evening at 5:45 pm. There were already other tables and by 6:30 the place was all packed with ppl. The tables are pretty close together and they do it on purpose to get as many tables in. The service was quick and to the point. A few times they did bring another tables dish over. But they are a new restaurant. As for the food, think heavy spiced and flavored. The chicken tikka masala was a different texture than used to. Definitely not the smooth and creamy kind. The waiter suggested the Bhakti to go with my prawn masala. I wasn't really a fan, it is a rice flour thin bread but it was a little too chewey. The prawn masala was good. This was spicy with good amount of prawns. The chicken kabobs were great with the chutney that the provided. Huge parking lot If you want to try something different, try Surmai. read more

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What can I say that hasn't been said before? I've been to Surmai countless times and it always delivers on delicious food, excellent service and friendly staff. Bringing out of town guests to Surmai has become as much of a tradition as taking them to see the city. read more

Awesome Maharastrian seafood thali place. There was no wait at all on a Monday afternoon, and the menu selection was vast. I tried the Paplet Thali and my favorite items were the fish curry and the pomfret fry. It was a huge amount of food so you could share one thali per two people and it's very affordable that way. 100% recommend coming back! read more

Surmai - Indian Near Me - Sunnyvale, California

We always make a special trip to Surmai in Sunnyvale whenever we're in Berkeley. It's a bit of a drive, but the vibrant Konkan flavors are absolutely worth it. Dishes like the crab curry, kolambi curry, Konkani chicken curry, and keema mutton pav never fail to delight us. The service is consistently exceptional--Trely Oliver is outstanding , and the chef went out of their way to share the intricacies of Maharashtrian cuisine with my son. If you're craving a departure from standard Indian fare, this place is a must-visit. Walking in, you can't help but notice the lively atmosphere--everyone is fully immersed in savoring every bite. Highly recommend! read more

Went w a group of 6 friends last night to dinner and it was delicious. Portions a bit small but we enjoyed the food and had a great time.

The food was great. This restaurant fills up a missing link in the Bay Area by serving great Konkani seafood. Only downside is that some of the curries were super spicy. The space fills up fast on weekends. read more