Our favorite place to get Indian Food and truly one of the best restaurants downtown. I love that they have a really nice variety of options including gluten free and dairy free! The flavors are always comforting and consistent. We like supporting local businesses like the Taj Cafe ! read more

The food is a 5! Flavorful, fresh, bright and overall half we stopped here for a late lunch. You have the choice to sit inside and outside. Lots of options to dine on this street and you will not be sorry with the quality of the food here. read more

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My husband and I really enjoyed the dinner tonight ! Excellent service and the food quality was outstanding We will definitely come back when we visit Ventura again read more

The Taj Cafe - Butter chicken and chicken tikka masala combo - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

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I love the Taji cafe. Food is tasty, the service is always friendly and nice. My favorite is chicken Tikka masala, mango lassi, and sweet pishori naan. The portions are large, so you can easily share one dish. Considering the quantity, the price is reasonable. They give you free rice pudding for free as a dessert. No parking. When I come to this restaurant, I park my car in the public parking. read more

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Great food. Nice ambiance and outstanding service. One of favourite restaurants on the west coast. I especially love their complementary surprises. Highly recommend. read more

First time here and the service and food were amazing! Polite and friendly service that included complimentary dishes like naan and rice pudding. We also got a mango lassi, which was creamy and so flavorful. We will definitely be back for more, with many menu items on our bucket list! read more

The Taj Cafe - Chicken Tikka Combo & Butter Chicken combo! - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

Came here with my family. Great food and many authentic options. A few bonus perks like a great potato disk and rice pudding dish at the end. Generous portions, great atmosphere and a staff that enjoys what they do. We will be back. read more

Every time I eat here, I am impressed. So many delicious entrees, appetizers and desserts! If this restaurant was closer I would come here more often. The staff is super friendly and comes to check on your group. Vibes are relaxing (especially with the music playing) and chill. read more

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So I had been here before and I enjoyed the food. My husband and I decided to come New Year's Day and gather with friends. So I called at least 1.5 hours before getting there and made a reservation! When we got there which was on time, they Didn't have a table for us! The hostess was RUDE! When it's their fault for not honoring our reservation! So he's like you have to wait, at least 20-30 mins! Excuse me! Whats the point of having a reservation then! Anyways they moved a couple to seat us! We had 7 adults and 1 kid! Food took over 45 mins! I had the samosa chat which I recommend and the chicken korma medium spice and also good! They took forever to bring the food, and someone else had the Korma and so they mixed it up though one was chicken And the other Lamb! Other people in the table had the combo, they were 2 sitting next to each other. So they get Garlic Naan part of the combo. Only of them got the garlic naan, so toward the end. We asked, hey we're missing the garlic naan for this meal. Their response was, it was mixed with the other person who has the combo. Anyways it wasn't much garlic naan so they brought one and made it sound like they brought one to replace that. Instead after I got home I realized they charged for their garlic bread they brought. Also the food portions are small for what they charge! They charge $3.99 for soda and $1.99 for refill for soda! What? Who does that? It's just SODA! Secret for that many reviews! They bribe people! After dinner, they bring you " free rice putting" and right after before brining the bill, they bring you QR code to rate them!! So check comes and they have 6% charge! RSC! So we ask what is this? Restaurant service charge! That's usually done in big cities such as LA which I have not seen! " to cover their employees" and! Hows that my problem! They had already charged 20% for service! Which was HORRIBLE! I should have made them take that out! Since I was not happy w their service for seating us late and for taking forever to get food ready and on top of it charging for unnecessary items! Before you dine here. Check everything and the 6% add on plus 20% Service charge! Plus over priced food! Won't return here read more

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This food was delicious. It was very empty when we got there but it was a weeknight so I wasn't too surprised. While we were there there were a few orders that came in for pick ups or DoorDash, and another couple that came in to eat. So we weren't the only ones that ate there on a random Thursday night which is a good sign. We ordered samosas appetizer, garlic chicken plate and mirchi (spicy) chicken plate. All food was good with a nice spice level! And not just spicy to be hot- it had actual flavor! And the portion sizes were great! The total for the above plus a soda and a masala chai drink was about $114. That includes an 18% tip (not automatic), and the 6% restaurant surcharge. I hate the surcharge but would go back. read more

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So we have walked by here more times than I can count and had heard how great it is. Now we know for sure! The food is wonderful! Singh was a great waiter with awesome recommendations. We had the Butter chicken and the Mango lamb. Both were to die for. The complimentary potato pancake to start and rice pudding to finish were delicious. The basmati rice great as was the side salad. All around A+, and the 4.9 with over 9500 reviews should say it all. Well deserved, keep it up. We will definitely be back. read more

We got a lot of complimentary items and at the end they requested we write a review.. I would have regardless. All items were delicious. Partner and I split the chicken tikka masala. Perfect for two. A little on the sweeter side that I'm used to but would order again. The garlic naan had a lot of garlic and we loved it. Complimentary chutney sampler. That was alright. Complimentary aloo tiki chaat. That was pretty good. Complimentary Kheer. It's my favorite desert and it was great! We left with a little coupon. The service was good. They checked on us a good amount. I sat on the patio since it was a beautiful day. We did not go inside. We will back! read more

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Grabbed a quick lunch here and thought the vegan options were great! Nice decor and friendly service, will be back next time I'm in the area. read more

The Taj Cafe - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

Amazing food, and great staff, always a great time and full belly, Been here a few times and they always seem to be improving every time. :)

great family-owned restaurant! loved the service and how they pampered us with free appetizers and dessert. the chicken tikka masala and saag paneer included a good amount of protein which was nice. the saag paneer was a bit bland but it feels healthier which is a bonus? :) the chicken naan was a bit dry but it was a huge portion. overall would recommend for indian food in the area! read more

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Loveeee taj! A great option for a sit down in downtown Ventura. The food is great.. naan is top tier and love their green chutney sauce so much. Never had a bad dish. They always throw in freebies and complimentary items while dining in which is so sweet. Family owned and very local. The veggie combo is my go to. *note this isn't a fast dining experience so just an fyi read more

The Taj Cafe - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

Great food with plenty of options for vegetarians, vegans, and gluten free. We ordered different plates and shared.

This was our 3rd time at the Taj Cafe and the food was excellent. We ordered 2 of their specials and were very pleased. The service is friendly and attentive. We look forward to our next time! read more

The Taj Cafe - Rack of Lamb Tandoori chops dinner (1 person) Shrimp Curry (Doesn't Include Rice) - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

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A Comforting Go-To at Taj Cafe - A Ventura Favorite My family and I made another visit to Taj Cafe in Ventura, a place we go to so often the servers know us by now. With our third son on the way, we were looking for something comforting, familiar, and stress-free--and as always, Taj Cafe delivered. Food: I ordered the tikka masala lamb combo meal, and my wife went with our usual favorite, the butter chicken--our go-to dishes every time. Both were excellent. The lamb was tender and flavorful, coated in a rich tikka masala sauce that's perfectly spiced without being overwhelming. The butter chicken was creamy, comforting, and consistently delicious, which is why we keep coming back. The combo meal was filling and a great value. Experience: What makes Taj Cafe special for us is the consistency. The food is always fresh, hot, and satisfying, and the relaxed pace makes it an easy, enjoyable stop--especially on busy days. It feels familiar and comfortable every time we visit. Service: The staff is always friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Being regulars, it's nice walking into a place where you're recognized and treated like family. They make sure everything is just right and genuinely care about their customers. Overall: Taj Cafe in Ventura isn't just a restaurant for us--it's a trusted favorite. If you're looking for reliable, comforting Indian food with great service and a welcoming atmosphere, this place is hard to beat. Highly recommended. read more

The Taj Cafe - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

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Amazing amazing amazing!!!! The service here is exceptional the food is so flavorful. Only reason I came here was because my usual Indian restaurant was closed and I was really craving it. I'm definitely glad I came here. They provided me with complementary items to get a little taste of what they offer and let's just say this. I will most definitely be coming back here. Give this place a chance I promise you you will not be disappointed. read more

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Amazing all around. Best chicken Korma I've ever had. I heard the table next to me say they always come back here... because it's their son's favorite restaurants... he looked like he was 10. I agree with him 100%. Service is the best... atmosphere is perfect for all types of parties... groups... couples. read more

Phenomenal Indian food. My friend from India recommended this to me as this is his favorite authentic Indian restaurant in the area. We ordered a whole bunch of different dishes, and everything we got was exceptional. I would highly recommend the butter chicken, chicken vindaloo, saffron rice, and samosas. If you're in Ventura and looking for some good Indian food, The Taj Cafe is the way to go. We ordered takeout, but the location on Main Street and ambiance is ideal. read more

The Taj Cafe - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

It's been quite a few years since I've been in the area during lunchtime. The lunch buffet is no longer offered. Instead, they have lunch specials that are amazing. Freshly grilled chicken and classic vegetable side dishes. Fresh baked garlic nann and all the sauces. Chai tea and ice water with lemon in a glass. I highly recommend the Taj Cafe for lunch. read more

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This was my first time coming here and I had a great experience! The ambiance is nice and cozy. They have light music playing in the background. The servers are great. They are friendly, attentive, and accommodating of my disability and dietary food restrictions. They give you few yummy complimentary treats. I ordered the Lamb Tikka Masala combo. You can chose your spice level. The Lamb Tikka Masala was delicious and flavorful. It was a wonderful experience. read more

The Taj Cafe - Complimentary rice pudding at the end of our meal. - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

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Mediocre food. Tikka Masala is flavorless. Naan bread is burned.Rice, samosas, Dal and Rita was ok but, nothing special. Service is slow and they were not busy ! Really expensive! Got the combination plates for 2. They were 30+ each and were pushed by the waiter! Avoid this place! read more

Service and food 10/10 I have a question, what is the name of the complimentary side dish they give with the chickpeas?

I work very close to this place and regularly order the Sambar soup for lunch. The staff is always so friendly, and the service is amazing whenever I bring my family here for dinner. As a vegan, I also appreciate the number of vegan options on the menu! read more

Friendly staff, reasonable prices, delicious food with good sized portions. Great vibes, and this place attracts friendly patrons as well I'll definitely be returning here when I visit Ventura again this summer read more

Excellent Indian restaurant in downtown Ventura. Probably the best Indian restaurant in all of Ventura county. They make excellent quality Indian food and service is very good. Parking can be a little difficult since it's in a downtown area, but food itself is top notch. Will definitely come back here every time we come to this area! read more

Excellent food and service! The best lamb tiki masala and garlic naan! Always good service! read more

The Taj Cafe - Garlic naan - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

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Hands down the best Indian food I have ever tried. I come here all the time but had never tried the Mirchi Chicken special combo. Wow, just wow. You can taste each spice in there. The garlic nan is so deliciously garlicky and it's cooked just right. From the chai to the cardomom saffron rice pudding. You won't ever be disappointed at this place. The servers are so kind and they always make you feel special. read more

The Taj Cafe - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

We ordered two ala carte proteins and specialty naan so I was expecting the bill to be about $60. It was my first time here and they kept bringing things to the table which were tasty so thought it was all complimentary. Then I heard another patron saying how the bill shouldnt be that pricey. Once I got the bill, saw they charged us for the combo meal plus some lentil dish we didnt order. Bill was $98 and I was shocked. I felt bamboozled and cannot trust this place. read more

Might be the best Indian food I have ever had. Add to that that you get to sit outside on Main Street on a cute patio.. it doesn't get much better! Definitely recommend trying it out! read more

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This was my first time trying this restaurant and it was absolutely amazing! The food is so delicious. The service was on point and the ambiance is stunning. Beautiful artwork and the most comfortable cushioned chairs. We will most definitely be returning. read more

The Taj Cafe - What an awesome feast for 2! - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

One of my favorite restaurants in all of Ventura county! I've been going here for yeeeeaaaarrrrssss since high school and it hits every single time The staff are amazing they always give me free desserts hehe I somehow have always have ended up going here for first dates bc it's so nice lol read more

Was a mixed experience for sure but the food truly was great. Seating is definitely interesting as most tables seem better set for two tops and the one 4 top was under an open skylight and the white plates/ glass table cover was blinding. My friends got combo plates and the coconut fish special was especially incredible. read more

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Excellent food and outstanding service! I came in for a simple pickup order, but while I was waiting, the staff treated me to a complimentary dish, which was delicious. Small gesture, big impression. Friendly team, great hospitality, and very tasty food. I'll definitely be back! read more

The Taj Cafe - Chicken Curry (Doesn't Include Rice) - Indian Near Me - Ventura, California

Amazing food. Fantastic service. Wonderful atmosphere. Seriously the best Indian food I have had in the past couple of years. I highly recommend the dosage, the butter chicken, and the lamb korma. read more

They bring foods on the table you didnt ask for and they keep offering you to bring more side foods you think comes for free and they do it because they are nice and generous. No, they are not.. All would be added to your bill. Had to wait 15 minutes to bring the bill for us. When received the bill $5 extra charge was there on top of everything else and tax was calculated to be 20% not 10%!! Ended up paying double the amount was supposed to pay. So dishonest. Won't come back read more

Excellent food , I'm vegan and many choices. The others in my party enjoyed their food as well Great service read more