If someone asks where to go for South Asian food, I always suggest The India Restaurant. The food is great, the service is friendly, and the restaurant is cozy. Diving into the details - the restaurant decor is quite formal and has always been kind of surprising to be given that I often come for casual meals. The staff are well dressed in white button ups and always very polite so it's good vibes all around. If you know me, I'm nothing if not predictable. I always get the butter chicken and unapologetically so. IT IS SO GOOD. I refuse to be shamed into trying other things and if that makes me basic, so be it. In case you haven't guessed, I'm also always getting their garlic naan as well. I've tried other dishes before but nothing beats the chicken. One thing I will say is the spiciness fluctuates every time even though I always ask for medium so do with that what you will. read more

The India Restaurant is located in Artesia on the block with all of the amazing Indian restaurants. My boyfriend and I were somewhat in the area, and we made a slight detour to explore the area. This was such a great spontaneous discovery. They have a small parking lot in the front where we parked, but then we saw later on that they also have additional parking in the back if you don' see spots in the front. Upon entering the staff was welcoming. The gave us a few tables to choose from that were cleaned and appropriate for 2 people. I just want to say service was impeccable our whole time there. Everyone on their team took turns checking on us, making sure our waters were refilled, and that we had everything we needed to enjoy our meal. So nice!! As we explored the menu, we saw the combination dinners that allowed us to get more variety, which we love. We both picked a different combo so we could share and try more things. My boyfriend enjoys tandoori so he went with the Mix Tandoori Grill ($26.95) that comes with an assortment of Tandoori Chicken, Lamb Seekh Kabab, Chicken Tikka, Fish Tikka served in a sizzling platter on a bed of onions with naan, rice, and gulab jamun. So much food! I picked the India Special ($24.95) which comes with chicken tikka, the choice of lamb or chicken curry which I opted for the chicken, veg, korma, raita, rice, naan, and gulab jamun. What a FEAST!! For the naan I asked for the garlic naan and it was INCREDIBLE. Wow! Might be THEE best Indian food I have ever enjoyed. Between the two of our orders I felt like I had the variety I have when I go eat at Indian buffets. My boyfriend loved the tandooris platter. All of the proteins were cooked perfectly. I assume they were prepped separately to get to the right cooking temp. So funny because my boyfriend was eating the rice while I was indulging in the naan. Dipping the naan in the curry and the korma. Nom Nom Nom! So fun and so delicious. My boyfriend was even saying this is one of the best meals he had in a while. I was so full when the gulab jamun dessert came out at the end but it was so delicious I still ate all of it. Without a doubt the best execution of this dessert I have ever had. We will definitely be back when we find ourselves craving Indian food. read more

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We went here on a Wednesday night. They have parking in front and in the back of the restaurant. It is really nice inside. Their menu has lots of good options. We ordered the Vegetarian & Meat Samosas. 5/5 Really Tasty The garlic & butter naan was also very good. 5/5 The Tikka Masala & Butter Chicken were great too. 5/5 When you order a plate they give you family style rice. You can always ask for more rice. The service was great too. I will definitely return and try other menu options. read more

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Food was delicious and service kind, thoughtful and very professional. Will be going back often for sure

Had dinner with family this weekend to celebrate my niece's birthday. We ended up ordering quite a few appetizers (bhel puri, okra, vegetable samosa, peanut salad, and mixed veggies) and some dishes (chicken tikka, saag paneer, chicken biryani, shrimp tandoori ) that were amazing! (Although, I did not get a chance to take a photo of everything :( ) Would highly recommend this place if you're looking for Indian food in Pioneer town. It was a busy weekend, so service was not up to par as I expected it to be but decent. read more

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It was love at first bite. My wife and I stumbled on this hidden gem a couple weeks back. A fish coconut curry, lamb chops, and palak paneer later, we were charmed. The past two weeks have not gone by without us talking about going back. Today we tried the tandoori chicken, goat biryani, and rogan josh. A brand new adventure in spices and flavors. Tender chicken and goat surrounded by their own unique personality, we cleaned our plates spotless. That's just the food. The care that Simmi and Simran take to guide us through the menu and make sure everything was perfect took the experience beyond perfect. This is an automatic regular stop and I can't wait to try everything on the menu. read more

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Great service and great food! The servers were so kind and on top of refilling waters and clearing plates. I really liked the gobi manchurian as it had great flavor and crispiness! I also liked how it came with plenty of veggies. The butter chicken with garlic naan was my favorite dish. It was sooo buttery and flavorful and I loved every bite. The garlic chicken tikka masala was alright; I was not a huge fan of the flavor but it wasn't bad. Definitely coming back here soon! read more

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I loved: Chicken Tikka Masala I really liked: Butter Chicken Garlic Naan Mango Lassi The chicken tikka masala is amazing. The chicken is super moist and the flavors are excellent. Easily the standout of the meal. The butter chicken is really good too. The flavors are on point, though the chicken could be a little more moist. Still very satisfying. The yellow soup is super full bodied and packed with spices. Lots going on there in a good way. The bread thing is well spiced, and the garlic naan is crispier and firmer than some places but still super good and easy to keep eating. The mango lassi is pretty solid. Sweet, smooth, and great flavor. The restaurant is clean inside and the service is pretty attentive. Overall a good meal and a nice spot for catching up with a friend. read more

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Came here for weekend lunch and was pleasantly surprised by how great everything was! We ordered the Butter Chicken and Chicken Tikka Masala--both were absolutely delicious, easily a 5/5 for flavor. Rich, creamy, and perfectly seasoned. They also offer lunch specials, which are such a good deal. You get naan (butter or garlic), a small salad (wish it had dressing, but still fresh), a samosa, rice, and the lentil of the day. I'm not a big beans/lentils person, but everything else tasted great and felt super worth it. Service was really on point--attentive, friendly, and quick. The atmosphere is quiet and comfortable, even during weekend lunch hours. They also have their own parking lot and a clean bathroom, which is always a plus. They also have tea and coffee station, I had the tea which was delicious! Overall, I'd definitely come back again, especially for the lunch specials! Highly recommend! read more

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My favorite spot for Indian cuisine. I've been coming here since 2004, back when I was a child. This place is a core memory for me and my family, and I'm so happy to know it's still running. The servers are always friendly and attentive. I do miss their buffet days, but the food is always spot on. The restaurant is clean and beautifully done inside. Dishes range from mild, medium, spicy, to extra spicy, I always get mine spicy, and it's perfect (if you don't like spice medium is good) These dishes are classic staples They're also a great introduction to Indian food safe, comforting, and approachable for new eaters. I promise. What to order (trust me): Start with the Masala chai - their chai is perfect smooth and creamy Samosas - comes with 2, filled to the brim with potato, so yum Chicken Tikka Masala - a classic favorite and has a hint of sweetness and the chicken is tender Saag Paneer - perfectly balances the sweetness alongside the tikka masala Garlic Naan - hits every single time, a must For sweets if you have room Gulab Jamun - syrupy, hot little dough balls MUST pair with Rice Pudding - cold and creamy Their tandoori, butter chicken, and veggie korma is so delicious as well, I catered my review to dishes I would recommend to first timers read more

The India Restaurant - Saag paneer, chicken tikka masala, Garlic Naan The Indian trinity pairs sooo well together every time! - Indian Near Me - Artesia, California

I used to come here for their amazing lunch buffets and it's such a shame they stopped offering it post-covid. I still hope for the day they bring back the buffet. It's been a while since we've been to the restaurant and we thought we'd come by again to try their lunch specials. We got their chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, and lamb curry lunch specials, which come with a generous portion of food. They have a self-serve station for chai and coffee, which was a nice addition to the meal. The plate comes with the entree, rice, salad, and a mung bean side dish. They also provide naan and a small dessert. Their garlic naan is amazing and I've truly missed it since I last had their buffet. While it's not refillable, the rice is, if you're feeling that the portions aren't enough. We were stuffed at the end of it and I would have to say my favorite was the chicken tikka masala, the flavors were great. The butter chicken was a close contender for me. read more

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Hands down the BEST Indian restaurant in Artesia! Every single dish is packed with flavor and made to perfection. The Chicken Tikka Masala is absolutely incredible--the chicken is juicy, tender, and cooked perfectly, while the masala sauce is rich, flavorful, and downright addictive. The Chana Masala is top-tier and full of authentic flavor, and the Aloo Gobi is just as amazing--perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. One thing I love is how generous they are with the rice portions. You'll never run out, and it makes the entire meal even more enjoyable. And I can't forget the Garlic Naan and Raita! The naan is fresh, soft, buttery, and loaded with garlic, making it the perfect companion to every dish. The raita ties everything together and adds the perfect refreshing touch. If you're looking for authentic, delicious Indian food with incredible flavors, this place is a must-visit. read more

The India Restaurant - Rice not in picture - Indian Near Me - Artesia, California

This place hasn't failed me yet with its great lunch and dinner options. The servers are always welcoming every time we eat here. We also noticed how they handled guests dining in about an hour before closing--they accommodated their orders and made it clear there was no rush to finish, which is always appreciated. We love the butter chicken lunch special with garlic naan and the sauces they provide--definitely the kind of meal that keeps you thinking about your next visit before you've even left. read more

Relaxing ambiance with nice dinnerware. The complimentary papadam with mint and tamarind chutneys were appreciated. The garlic naan was great - crisp on the outside but also soft and chewy. We ordered medium spice for both the Lamb Curry and the Chicken Tikka Masala. Both had a nice kick, especially the Lamb Curry and the sauces paired well with the rice and naan. Servers were also kind. read more

The India Restaurant - Lamb Curry, Chicken Tikka Masala, and Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Artesia, California

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In the mood for Indian food, we decided to check out The India Restaurant since we planned to get groceries at 99 Ranch across the street after dinner. While the parking lot for The India Restaurant was small, we managed to find a spot fairly easily. As soon as we walked in, we noticed the lovely and stately decor. The interior is bright and refined, with friendly service. Papadam and both mint and tamarind chutneys were brought to the table shortly after being seated. Prices are quite fair and we ordered samosas, butter chicken, bengan bharta (eggplant), lentil soup, and garlic naan. Entrees are served with rice, which can be refilled. While all of the food was solid and tasty, I also did not find anything extraordinary. I ordered everything mild but wanted a little bit of heat so in retrospect should have opted for medium spice level. Overall, no complaints. read more

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This was the second time visiting this restaurant and I was not disappointed. The food was good the first time as we tried various sampler dishes, but ordered our favorites on this visit. High lights are the garlic tikka masala, chicken or goat curry and garlic naan. Small tip is to order the garlic naan one order at a time so you get them hot and fresh throughout your meal. Service was excellent both times. The only issue you may have is parking is very limited in the front parking lot. read more

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We ordered the butter chicken for take out with garlic naan. Everything was very delicious! Chicken was very soft and tender and not dry. Staff were very friendly and our food was packed well with even included the tamarind and mint chutney. Definitely a good place to go on a romantic date. read more

This is my go-to Indian restaurant in Artesia. Everything they make is high quality and they have nice servers. I usually get Saag paneer and naan. I love the variety of desserts too! read more

Good food. We ordered fish pakora baigan bharta veg biryani. Everything was tasty. Friendly staff. Fast service. Good ambience!

Had lunch here with a couple of friends. They had a very extensive lunch special menu with vegetarian, chicken, mutton & shrimp entree options. Came with a samosa, naan, rice & gulab jamun for dessert. Coffee & tea ( self serve) was included. Service was great, they can adjust the spice level to your taste & more rice if you asked. Definitely worth the price (from $15-$18, depending on the entree you choose) read more

My go to place for indian food. Service is always good, the ambiance is calm relaxing, nice dinner vibes. Food is amazing, tika masala, garlic namm, everything we ate was amazing! Parking can get full but there's Parking in back. read more

Food was good when it came out after approximately 45 minutes- 1 hour of waiting. The restaurant was busy when we walked in around 8pm but most people were finishing up and getting their checks. We ordered and didn't get our food until closer to 9pm. We did get the mango lassi and samosas maybe around 8:20 but the main dishes took way too long. Another table got there maybe 15 minutes after us and got their food before us!! Maybe around 8:40, they were almost done by the time we got our food. Our dishes were pretty typical- the chicken biryani, chicken tikka masala, and garlic naan. Nothing that takes particularly longer? Not sure if they forgot to put in the order.. but it was a very long time. It almost felt like they were ignoring us? Not letting us know something was behind or delayed- we had to ask them after 45 minutes of waiting to check on our food. There was no check in or anything from the waiters. Not sure if they give their regulars priority but it was our first time there and most likely not going back. The reviews raved about their service but their service made it minus 3 stars... read more

We had a party of nine for our group Christmas dinner. The ambiance and food were wonderful, and everyone was happy--until the very end. The bill was handwritten rather than processed through the cashier system, which was unusual but acceptable. However, they added an 18% tip, which we would have been fine with, except it was calculated on the total amount including sales tax. We politely pointed this out, but they refused to correct it. Not wanting to argue, we paid and left. Unfortunately, their attitude toward customers was disappointing. We have never experienced such a practice of applying tips on tax, and because of this, they have lost a return customer. read more

Delicious food and great service. They do individual combo sampler meals as well as family style which I always think is the best option so you can try everything! The resto is located in a small corner lot with parking, and next to a bakery. Parking can fill up fast in front but there's overflow in the back of the restaurant. read more

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Delicious food, excellent service, appropriate serving sizes, and a complementary Papadums for the table. The restaurant feels authentic and clean. read more

The India Restaurant - Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken, and Garlic Naan - Indian Near Me - Artesia, California

Delicious and modern Indian food. Every single item we had at this restaurant was packed with flavor. I particularly enjoyed the fish (forgot the name already.. but it was a traditional fish they had that comes as fried pieces). The curries also come in as single portions or for share portions. If you get the single meal, it comes in a lunch tray. Small restaurant but plenty of seating. Restaurant is located in Little India in Cerritos. Would recommend! read more

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My friends and I came to the India Restaurant for dinner and it did not disappoint! I ordered the butter chicken with garlic naan. Both were so delicious!! The sauce for the butter chicken was hearty and comforting and just *chefs kiss*. They let you customize the spice levels and I got the spiciest level, which wasn't as spicy as I expected it to be, but it was still really enjoyable. The garlic naan was the perfect complement to the butter chicken and it just went so darn well dipped in its sauce. The restaurant itself looks pretty unassuming from the outside but is actually really nice on the inside and gives off classy vibes. Service was friendly as well. It is located in a small plaza with a decent amount of parking. Overall, I'd recommend the India Restaurant and will be back when the Indian food craving hits! read more

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Great service and excellent food. The decor is not overstayed, so it's quite soothing...

By far the best Indian food I've ever had! The lamb in coconut curry is a new dish we tried & it's my new favorite! It was so tender & packed with flavor. Servers & staff go above & beyond to provide superb service & quality. If you're thinking of coming here, think no more, THIS IS THE SPOT TO VISIT! read more

The India Restaurant - Cheese Garlic Naan , chicken tikka. Lamb coconut curry - Indian Near Me - Artesia, California

The favorite thing here is the garlic naan. We came during lunch time and they had a lunch special. Free self serve tea/coffee station. I got the chicken masala and hubby got the butter chicken. Honestly both tasted very similar to me, one was slightly more tomato-y. The bean didnt taste as good as the one we had last time. We also got free desserts. I would come back. read more

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they are having a special Monday through Friday if I'm right for their lunch where they offer you an entrée with a side of salad and a Samosa accompanied by a lentil soup plus dessert, which is Julab gamun. My family and I always come here as they have very tasty food and clean and talking friendly environment. Plus, service is always prompt and very kind servers. We tried out the lunch special today and the portions were adequate. They also offer complementary coffee and tea. I went for butter chicken for my entrée and it came with the side of lentil soup salad, naan bread and a Samosa plus a dessert very yummy food was warm and you can modify your spice level to your tolerance. . The servers asked what we thought about the lunch special and if anything wasn't to our liking, but everything was delicious. read more

The India Restaurant - Garlic Naan, chai, butter chicken, Lentil Soup, rice, salad, Keema Samosa - Indian Near Me - Artesia, California

As requested by our son, we had lunch here to celebrate his 17th birthday. He loves Indian cuisine, and this is the perfect setting to celebrate his special day. We have been here before eight years ago, and I believe they have extensively remodeled their interior. It looks even more upscale than before. The chandeliers! The food tasted exquisite, and the butter chicken was rich and creamy. The saag paneer was also smooth and delicious. I even tried their okra, and it was well seasoned and refreshing. Their service was exception and extremely attentive. We never had a chance to completely empty our water glass because it was constantly refilled. We beat the lunch time crowd by arriving around 11:30 am. By noon, the entire restaurant was filled on a Sunday. We will be back to celebrate another special occasion. read more

The India Restaurant - Indian Near Me - Artesia, California

First time trying Indian food ever and I'm glad we chose this spot. I got the chicken tiki masala and cheese stuffed naan wow it's so fresh and flavorful. Filled me up and I'm so excited to finish the rest tomorrow. Loved it! read more

Great food! Great service! The curry was amazing and so was the chicken Tikka.... Both with garlic naan = drool read more

Very delicious food! We got the butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, mushroom chicken, and lamb curry. The mango lassi was tasty and not too sweet, and the garlic naan was also very good! read more

The India Restaurant - Indian Near Me - Artesia, California

We were visiting Cerritos and Artesia is not far so we decided to try Indian food. We used to go to Farsan Mart and this time I wanted to try something different. But we ended up with the similar dishes we usually eat as we don't know much about other menus. 1. Service Very very very kind. I didn't expect that much. Also very professional. 2. Price I personally think it is reasonable. 4 adults, 1 kid, 1 baby= below 100$ and everyone was full. 3. Food Goat biriyani: hard to scoop rice because there were too much goat meat! Lamb saag: tasty but a bit salty for me, to be honest. Chicken tikka masala: perfect Assorted appetizers: i love it. I would say this was my favorite as i could try different types of food and i liked all. read more

The India Restaurant - Goat biriyani, assorted appetizers, lamb saag, chiken tikka masala, garlic naan - Indian Near Me - Artesia, California

Quick service and quiet ambiance. Appetizers were meh - Keema was dry, tasteless in a huge samosa but Tawa mushroom had good spice. Everything on the main course tasted good, especially Methi chicken. We ordered Gajar ka halwa and Mango Kulfi for dessert. They were OK nothing stood out. read more

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Small portions. Tasty food, though. Nice interior decor. Nice, friendly service but the staff look like the villains from a James Bond movie. read more

I came here long time ago and not very fan of Indian food but wife loves it so why not . Service was actually really good , Indian are not that expressive so understand that , but good service , now on food I'm not a big fan of curries so I order some garlic shrimp ( hot ) but we're not even hot on spicy level , but got good flavor. Restaurant has great seating and trend of a fancy restaurant but prices are not that bad ... definitely a good place if you want to try Indian food and not all vegetarian like other Indian restaurants read more

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Love LA for its diversity and endless surprises like this 40 year-old treasure tucked into a strip mall - fine dining gem that she is. Vegetarian samosas are large with a rustic crisp crust, not at all greasy and elegantly spiced potatoes spotted with peas throughout - perfect with tamarind dipping sauce. The lamb curry was good, not great - heavy on garlic, appropriately spiced, but under seasoned with lamb on the tough side in a thinner sauce. Garlic naan was beautifully toasted but light on flavor - good backdrop for a dish but unimpressive stand-alone. I will follow the house recommendation to have the Marsala next time. My favorite part was the polished atmosphere and service. It's like stepping back in time, a white-table clothed and silver-service elegance rarely seen in fine dining anymore. Adds a bit of magic to anything you eat, and definitely beckons return! read more

The India Restaurant - Samosas - Indian Near Me - Artesia, California

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