They food truck came to my work place during a food truck event so I had the opportunity to try it…read moreout. I think the food is different than what I am used to but in a good way, good variety! I am an adventurous eater so honestly, I don't even know what items came in the plate I ordered. I ordered a chicken platter/dish. It came with some rice and some sides. As for the sides, one of the sides definitely had a kick, it was spicy! I also received some "chips" on the side. Not sure what it was made out of but not the typical tortilla chips, it tasted different. I am also not sure if this is supposed to be eaten with the curry-like side or not but that's what I did. I mixed a lot of the sides together with the chicken. I enjoyed the dish quite a bit. I like the different and unique flavors, definitely very flavorful. Definitely, very good service, very nice and helpful. I felt like this food truck took longer than the other food trucks but I feel like the food here is more involved but it isn't significantly longer. Overall, good experience with the food and happy I got to try it!

11-9-23 I realize…read morethis is supposed to be an Indian food truck, but the other dishes available didn't look particularly enticing and I was surprised to see an American favorite, Fish and Chips on the menu.... 1. Fish and Chips $15: You get 4 medium sized pieces, and I'd say a McDonald's small size of fries. So, decent amount but not particularly little or large. The fish thought I couldn't tell was raw or not. It tasted stiff so seemed cooked but the flesh was translucent, so by color it appears raw. Has the texture of recently frozen and defrosted meat. The surface was nicely crisp but there was more raw dough than cooked underneath. Overall fish wasn't great. Fries were good, and seasoned with some Indian seasoning. There was a hot sauce made from ground chili which was good. The Indian yellow sauce was far too watery. 3/10 2. Coconut juice $4: It was a 17oz can. I'd pass next time. Oh, and they were pretty slow. 20min to order. 15min to cook = 35min to get food. 2/5 #santaclara #indianfoodtruck #foodtruck #indianfood #indianfish #indiancuisine

The live dosa event was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The taste was absolutely spot…read moreon--each dosa was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. What really stood out was the chef, who served every guest with a warm smile, adding a personal touch that made the event even more enjoyable. They were also incredibly accommodating with the guest count, allowing flexibility right up until the day before, which made planning so much easier. Overall, a delightful experience that I would highly recommend for any gathering!

Tried this place on a Tuesday afternoon and it was pretty empty. The guy taking orders was a bit…read morehard to communicate with. The food was okay, but feels like they could easily do much better with a few improvements. The idly was cold, undercooked though the chutneys were good. I tried idiyappam for the first time and it was also cold, but tasted nice. The sambar was a bit frothy and didn't feel fresh, more like it had been stored and reheated. Overall with better customer interaction and a little more attention to freshness and service, this place has good potential!

FINALLY got to try and it did not disappoint. I'm not Indian, but all the other customers were, so…read moreI immediately knew it was gonna be good. WHAT AYCE Indian food from northern and southern India: chicken, fish, lamb, vegan, appetizers, desserts (plural!). Delicious! We tried stuff that we might never order in a regular Indian restaurant. COST $25 weekdays $28 weekends is VERY REASONABLE to me for a place that has no limit on what you can consume. We went on a Friday night, no time limit for us, but if they are super crowded I can see how they might put a time limit. FOOD 10/10 I wish I took a picture of the buffet line but I didn't want to be weird. There were so many choices, and several dessert items too, including soft serve ice cream, this place is a gem. Everything was awesome! They now have a breakfast buffet too, next time I'm back in the area I'd love to try that!

Accidental find, Benihana's apparently bellied up at some point. Voila new location for "Indian…read moreSizzler". Not many renovations as you enter half the old bar seating area is the area in which their buffet is displayed. Alot of display's of happy hour promotions, catering, pricing which none reflected on aspect of the business or the other (website). Friday afternoon is apparently considered a weekend buffet even though there are many business's around for a quick biz lunch. So we were charged the 'weekend buffet' pricing per person. Around $28. The buffet is on the massive side. Northern, Southern and probably a couple other regions of Indian food. It's rare I get a Indian buffet with so many options. Was happy sambar was available, medu vada, idli's. But also tried out some dishes never heard of. Upon seating we were brought both naan and dosa. Coconut and tamarind chutney was a nice surprise also. Chicken option and fish were done well. I can't remember exactly what recipe as tried a lil taste of many, but the point is they cook their meat and fish well with great flavor balance. There were a handful of goat options also. Never had a chickpea salad like they offered nor bitter gourd pickle! Loved that chickpea salad. As for the bitter gourd pickle, it was a good pickle recipe but if familiar with bitter gourd, it was 'unique'. Too full for dessert but it does exist. It's on the keeper list.

this place was sooo amazing! the staff were very welcoming and it reflects the service they…read moreprovided. i got the dosa and i will say it was super filling and delicious. loved the flavors and the side salad was even better.

Copra absolutely lived up to the hype and then some…read more We started with the Rasam Puri, their take on pani puri. I'll admit, I was skeptical at first, but one bite in and my mind was completely blown. The puri itself was incredible, perfectly crisp and packed with flavor, and the rasam pani was so addictive I could have easily eaten 20 more. Next came the Shrimp Vennai Roast, which was juicy, flavorful, and beautifully balanced. Every ingredient on the plate felt intentional and contributed something special. Nothing was there just for decoration, everything belonged. The Thattukada Chicken was probably my favorite dish of the night. The combination of fresh coconut, crispy textures, and fragrant curry leaves was outstanding. Every bite had so much character and depth. For our entrée, we shared the Black Cod, and wow. The fish was cooked perfectly, tender, flaky, and rich without being heavy. But honestly, one of the highlights of the entire meal was the thoran served alongside it. The fresh coconut and vegetables were so good that we cleaned the plate. To finish, we ordered the Watalappan, Copra's take on flan. It was delicious, silky, flavorful, and the perfect ending to the meal. Next time, I'll be trying the God's Own Coconut variation. And I can't write this review without mentioning the cocktails. The Clarified Lassi Punch was hands down one of the best cocktails I've had in a long time. If the name makes you skeptical, I get it, I was too. But trust me, don't judge it until you've tried it. Beyond the food, the decor is beautiful, the service is warm and attentive, and the entire restaurant feels welcoming from the moment you walk in. Copra delivers not only exceptional food but a complete dining experience. I'll definitely be back.

SERVICE - located in a small shopping complex off of El…read moreCamino Real - parking available in lot in front - good amount of indoor seating for groups of 4 or less people - service was okay nothing spectacular MENU - South Indian chettinad food - vegetarian options marked - well priced ($12 per entree) FOOD - idiyappam with vegetable korma (6/10): five steamed rice noodle cakes with a side of coconut vegetable curry. Visually this dish is not the most appealing as it looks very plain. The portion was generous and could feed one or two people. I would have wanted more of the korma to go with the idiyappam. WOULD I GO BACK? Unsure since there was nothing outstandingly amazing.

One of the best South Indian restaurants where you can't go wrong in ordering any of the wide array…read moreof dishes. We had soft idlis, idiyappams, appams with egg curry. My nephew and my husband enjoyed the mutton soup, ambur biryani and chilli chicken. We topped it all off with delicious pan.

Probably the most authentic South Tamil Nadu cuisine in the Bay Area. The Parotta and curries are…read moreawesome. The biryani tasted very authentic. The portion size was also very generous. I got the Non Veg Meals - It was great. A bit understaffed but very friendly service. The ambiance could be improved but i guess that's part of the fun. It reminded me of a typical mess in Madurai.

I wouldn't lie - the place definitely feels homely. Very simple place with lot of authenticity and…read morelocal home vibes - I felt that too even though I am not from Chennai or south india. The ambience is average and service is average too. We had to ask for glasses for water, also needed to ask to refill the water. When we had finished with appetizer, in general the server will remove from table what you are done with - but here it just felt like plates are accumulating. No one to take away that. If the restaurant is busy I can understand that but when we ate - we were practically the only one there. So it wasn't the manpower problem - it is just a service problem. Coming to food. Pomfret was super good. Really well done. Briyani was a meh - I don't feel Bay Area has best briyani's anyways. I have had better Briyani in places like Seattle, Raleigh and Phoenix. The chicken 65 in Briyani though was pretty good - the typical Chennai style chicken 65 dyed with food colors . It was super nice of them to prepare filter coffee for us although it wasn't in the menu. Coffee was decent. The veg thali was also about okay. I didn't tried it but my friend did and that was his review. Their special goat briyani was decent at best - I was hyped up about it but to me.it didn't live up to the expectations.

If you want to have one of the most exquisite and memorable dining experiences of your life, you…read moreneed to head to 1601 Bar & Kitchen asap! Situated on a quiet corner in SOMA, and with a modest facade, you would never expect such a gem to be hidden inside. The restaurant is decorated beautifully with thoughtful art and lighting and perfect for intimate settings. Yulia and Brian make the most remarkable team. Their knowledge and passion for food shines not only in presentation, but also in taste! You can tell the menu is carefully curated. I love that there is a list of local vendors and what is sourced from them on the menu! And you can taste the freshness of the food! As someone who does not enjoy smoked salmon or salmon roe, i could eat their version every day! The combo of sweet, smoky, and salty was euphoric! The chicken curry, hopper, sambal, and coconut were perfect in any combination! And the potatoes are my most favorite that I've ever had anywhere! The short rib was literally fall off the bone! We didn't need a knife to cut it apart. It was so rich and succulent. And each side was perfectly thought out. From the perfectly crispy cauliflower, to the refreshing pickles, and the most perfect kale salad. I love that each course had so many different ways that it could be enjoyed. So many flavor and texture combinations! The strawberry granita with dessert was so refreshing and worked so beautifully with the white chocolate and passion fruit dome. And who doesn't love a good Madeline?! I will definitely be going back! It's one of those meals that makes you never want to eat any other food again! Our meal will forever be one of the most memorable experiences of my life.

It was a lovely and fun dining experience! It's basically four courses with each having multiple…read morecomponents. The starters were tasty and pleasant. The highlight was the Egg hopper and accompaniments - really delicious, especially the chicken and potatoes! The entree short rib was decent, and the dessert was too sweet. The service was strong - overall I enjoyed it, but felt there was something slightly missing from the flavors that is why it's lacking the fifth star.

Great food. Good service. Flavorful chutney. The tandoori food is great, the chicken and paneer are…read moreour two favorites.

First time coming here, and here's my experience:…read more 1. Ambience (4/5): I came around 3 PM. The restaurant had plenty of seating, was very clean, and had a minimalist design. 2. Service (3/5): I ordered at the cashier counter, and the guy gave me a number tag to place on my table. It was mostly self-service, I got my own water, hot milk tea, and utensils from the front station. Nothing special to mention about the service. 3. Food (3/5): - Chicken Biryani (2/5): This was my first time trying this dish. Personally, it lacked flavor, the rice was quite plain and there wasn't much chicken either. For $17, the portion felt small. The Indian spices had a strong aroma, but the overall taste was pretty bland. - Mango Lassi (4/5): I liked the mango flavor, it smelled good and wasn't too sweet. Overall: It wasn't a great experience for me. Maybe next time I'll try some curry if I get a chance.

We tried a few items and my favorites were the Beef Curry and Coconut Chicken Curry. Wonderful…read morespices but not salty. We also tried the minced beef (ground beef) curry and regular chicken curry but I preferred the coconut curry since I like sweeter. Very large portions on the ala carte menu which comes with a large rice. More variety with the entree (which included a spicy cabbage salad and a basic bean/lentil porridge). We will definitely order from Trade Routes Eateries again.

We tried out Trade Routes Eateries for the first time and the food was amazing! They were able to…read moreserve our 20 person event and everyone loved the variety of curries and street foods available. We tried the lamb and coconut chicken curries and the meats were so tender and full of amazing flavor! The chickpea curry was equally flavorful. Tanvir knows his spices and was able to accommodate our group for allergens and kept the spiciness of each dish reasonable for a wide variety of palettes (including teens and younger kids) without sacrificing flavor. We rounded the meal out with a Greek salad & roti that we could easily heat up ourselves. Our guests were very impressed with the food and wanted to learn where they could order for the future. The portions were generous and we had plenty of leftovers to send our guests home with a meal for the next day. I would highly recommend Trade Routes for flavorful, exotic, comfort foods, whether it's just for you, your family, or a larger group.

We really enjoyed Broadway Masala. It's quite big inside with tall ceilings, and it's well…read moredecorated with the nice smell of incense to greet you in. Service was great and very attentive. They refilled our water and sodas a lot! The avocado bhel puri caught my eye on the menu and I'm so glad we tried it. The creamy avocado balances out some of the spice and tang from the chutneys. The bhel/sev were still crunchy too and didn't get soggy so you can tell they make it fresh. The sizzler plate was good, but I was surprised the chicken had bones. The kebab was tasty, and i loved all the grilled onions they came on top. Butter chicken was pretty good, albeit small. Garlic naan was delicious! I will definitely come back and try other dishes.

Finally came here after living in Redwood City for 4yrs! We had a large party of 12 so decided to…read moreorder a bunch of different dishes. Ranked in order of my favorite first: Firecracker shrimp 5/5 (this was my favorite dish, it was really delicious and super flavorful!) Goat curry 5/5 (also really nicely done) Avocado bhel 5/5 (impressive presentation and mixture with traditional food and avocado!) Gobi Manchurian 4.5/5 (really good but could have used a bit more sauce!) Paneer 4/5 (very good) Chicken Makhni 3.5/5 (chicken was a bit dry and sauce was pretty bland). Overall great dinner! I will go back to try more dishes!