When I was an undergrad over a decade ago, I would only come here for the lunch buffet, and it was…read moremy favorite lunch buffet to go to. Fast forward to now, my husband, sister, and I decided to come here for dinner because yeti restaurant was closed. For those who haven't been in here before, the best way I can describe this restaurant is dark. Paint is dark, booth are dark. Everything is kind of moody and dark. Definitely not my kind of aesthetic, but does that really matter for this restaurant? No. The service is always fine. Staff is always friendly enough and fast. When we got the food, we were pleasantly surprised, like I said before I have only eaten at the buffet here and that was over a decade ago. While we were eating, we noted that we actually enjoyed the flavors here more than we enjoy the flavors at yeti restaurant. Something about the blend of spices just fits our palette more than the other restaurant. We found that there was an adequate amount of food, they didn't skimp out on meats, and we were overall really happy with our meal. Is it the best Indian food I've ever had? No, but it was really good by Davis standards and consider considering that there aren't a ton of Indian places in the Sacramento area. I think this might be our new go to Indian place now! I'm glad I gave this another shot!

First of all, this spot gets a bad rap sometimes and I think it's because people are used to a…read morecertain regional Indian cuisine and people don't realize the variety of the Indian subcontinent. Kathmandu Kitchen is named after a city in Nepal, so it should be no surprise the food here is Indian and Nepali. While I can't speak to the flavor or authenticity of their momos or other Nepali staples, their curries are extremely delicious and distinct from other Indian restaurants and recipes I've tried. I think the first thing you might notice is that a lot of their curries have a touch of sweetness, and pretty much all of their curries have a consistent texture. They do an amazing job making each curry silky and rich and flavorful. Every dish tastes fresh and unique in their own spice profiles and marinades. I highly recommend the paneer tikka masala, chicken makhani (very similar/the same as butter chicken I think), kitchen masala, and basil curry. Also, their actual restaurant experience is very nice too. The staff is very courteous and professional. The restaurant is large, vibey, and clean. There are two reasons I don't give Kathmandu a 5 star. The first that both me and partner almost always need to add salt to the dish. I could see why someone might write off Kathmandu if they went a few times and wrote it off because they never tried adding salt to their dish. The second reason is that the spice level isn't as consistent as I'd like. Sometimes, asking for medium spice level results in almost no heat, sometimes it borders on too much. Sometimes getting hot spice level is hot but enjoyable, sometimes it's very hot even for me. Mild is consistent but Id guess that's because they simply don't add extra hot chili powder or something like that. Overall, I highly recommend this spot if you love Indian food and want to try some Nepali spins and flavors.

If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. We stopped here on our drive back from South Lake…read moreTahoe to San Jose, and it was easily the best decision of our trip. First, the restaurant itself is fantastic. The Indian buffet is excellent, everything was fresh and packed with flavor, and the ambience is wonderful. The entire staff was incredibly welcoming from the moment we walked in. But what happened next proved that the owner is a genuinely amazing person. Our car broke down right in their driveway, and we were stuck waiting a long time for a tow truck. The owner Dilawar didn't just tolerate us blocking the path; he actively took care of us. He checked on us constantly to make sure we were comfortable, let us plug in our phones to charge, and when it became clear we had to spend the night at a nearby hotel, he personally drove us there himself. This level of hospitality is almost unheard of these days. Incredible food, immaculate vibes, and a business owner with a massive heart. Please support this place--they deserve every bit of success!

We were very impressed. I'm a vegan, my SO isn't…read more She has a degree in food science, and is quite the Foodie. I just love healthy foods made well. We were the only non Indian people in the restaurant, so the "local experts" gave it their stamp of approval by voting with their legs and appetites.

This was my second visit and was a delightful meal. I first came with a coworker and they ordered…read morethe pani puri, something I'd never had. After trying it I had to come back with my wife to share that experience. It's a crispy and savory appetizer that comes with a tamarind and mint juice that when combined is an experience itself. Both refreshing and comforting - it tastes like a healthy snack that is also a close comparison to texture of potato chips. We also ordered two naan and we each got butter chicken. They were delicious, flavorful, and filling. To celebrate Father's Day we each got a dessert. The saffron ice cream was super unique, and was enjoyable. The pudding was very tasty and was our preference. The ice cream we both felt was refreshing and not overly sweet. Our service was wonderful - reservation and they called to confirm (about 5 minutes before) and had us seated immediately. Our waiter checked on us often without being too frequent, a good balance of support. Ambiance is intimate - smaller indoor seating area of about 10 tables and you can see the staff the whole time. Clean and comfortable restaurant and great service. Highly recommend - and I'd recommend the naan, butter chicken, and pani puri (going to adventure out and try more when we come back again!)

First time here. The flavors were excellent and everything we ordered was enjoyable. I highly…read morerecommend the butter chicken and the assorted naan. Be sure to ask them to add butter to the naan for even more flavor. The vegetarian family platter was a big hit at our table. I also recommend asking for the green and red sauces to pair with the appetizers. They added a nice kick and complemented the food really well. The service was outstanding. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure our large group was taken care of throughout the meal. Vibes are ok. Don't expect a fancy setup. The pricing was fair for the amount of food we received. A 15% gratuity was included, and for a party of 7 our total came to about $206. We ordered multiple entrees, sodas, and wine, so we felt it was a great value. Service: 10/10 Flavors: 10/10 Value: 10/10 Vibes: 7/10 Will I come back? Yes

Met up with a friend for lunch. She's been here plenty of times -- this was my first go, so I let…read moreher take the lead on ordering. Solid decision. We were seated immediately, which I always appreciate. The space is pretty big with a modern feel, and there's plenty of parking out front (no circling the lot like a hawk -- love that). Even though they gave us the lunch menu, we went à la carte. Ordered: tandoori chicken, butter chicken, coconut shrimp, butter naan, and rice -- all medium spice where applicable. The tandoori chicken was tender and well seasoned -- no dry chicken nonsense here. The butter chicken was exactly what you want it to be: rich, creamy, tomato-forward, and comforting. But the one that caught me off guard a bit was the coconut shrimp -- creamy, slightly sweet, and a little more mild than "medium" heat, probably because of the coconut milk, but still really good. And listen... the butter naan? Fresh, warm, and absolutely necessary. Both the butter chicken and coconut shrimp were made for dipping. No shame in wiping those plates clean. Service was great. Staff was kind, checked in on us without hovering, and kept our water filled without us needing to flag anyone down. Overall -- easy, enjoyable lunch. Good food, good service, no complaints. I'd definitely come back.

it was my first time here and i was impressed by how busy it was at 3-4pm on a sunday afternoon. it…read morefeels like the perfect spot for families, friends, and even date nights. service was attentive here and there, did feel forgotten during the checkout process as we were placed in a corner that might be hard to see. portions were great for ordering a la carte or family style. parking was easy and plenty, shared with the neighboring motel. we ordered the combo appetizers, mango lassi, chicken bomb biryani, and chicken tikka masala. combo appetizers: 8/10 i'm familiar with samosas, but it was my first time trying the other two appetizers. they were all really great! paired with the tamarind chutney, which was honestly life changing, and the mint cilantro chutney, it was such a strong start to the meal. mango lassi: 8/10 refreshing, smooth, and a solid option if you're craving something fruity and refreshing. chicken bomb biryani: 8.5/10 really well seasoned and spiced. we ordered medium and it had great flavor without being overwhelming. chicken tikka masala: 100000/10 not even kidding. rich, creamy, perfectly spiced, and the chicken was incredibly tender. easily the highlight of the whole experience.

excellent service, they have delicious samosa chaat, amazing chicken tikka masala & the mack goat…read morewill absolutely be returning here!

The food here is really good. I've been here many times and always please with food and Mohrt is a…read moregreat server.

Fool me once …read more.. Sorry to do this, but it must be done. My 3rd trip to give your restaurant a try. I don't live in the area - about 20 minutes away. I've shown up during your normal business hours and every time, there's a big closed sign posted on your door. If you do go, don't follow my lead. Definitely call first. As for me and my vegetarian cravings - I'll need to find another. I drove another 10 minutes and found another Indian restaurant (Punjabi Dhaba) Dixon right off the freeway. Already off to a great start .. they were open when they are suppose to be open. .... Response to owner. Thank you for responding to my review. Please update your hours on your website and Yelp. I also remember I tried on a Sunday in February. Around 12pm.

Amazing! I was shocked because I was not expecting Dixon to have such amazing Indian food! Loved…read morethe butter chicken! Great service! Will definitely return!

Amazing Indian/Nepalese food. Tandoori, Saag paneer and Nan bread were on point. Fresh, friendly,…read morebeautiful scenery.

It was just ok. There was a confusion about our reservation via OpenTable. They said there was a…read morehappy hour but apparently there wasn't at the Glen Ellen location. They didn't seemed surprised OpenTable was wrong and was referring to the other location. As far as food goes, it was ok. We got something other than what we ordered though. It was tasty enough but when you're in wine country you expect better in terms of service, atmosphere, cleanliness, and quality.

Yummmm! Food is so delicious with all the dishes full of…read moreflavors. We ordered tandoori chicken, butter chicken, tikka sizzler and Afghani chicken. They were all tender. Afghani chicken was the best. The sauce was creamy and melt in your mouth tasty. Staff is excellent and professional. He was so patient in answering all our questions about the dishes. Dishes are also generous. Place is spacious. Shared parking.

This is a causal restaurant that serves up great tasting food. It's a smaller restaurant but there…read moreis plenty of seating. Definitely support this local business! My dad and I shared an order of vegetable and potato samosas and they were great! They came out piping hot with 2 great sauces. They're the perfect size for a starter. My dad ordered the goat vindaloo and I ordered the chicken korma. Both were hearty and had great depth of flavor. Each dish came with white rice so they brought over one larger pot of rice for us to share. And we shared an order of chili garlic naan. The chili garlic naan was great! Perfect texture, and the right amount of garlic. The waitress was kind and attentive and gave us the appropriate amount of privacy. At the end of your meal, you pay at the cash register, so don't forget to go up to pay. There is a parking lot right in front of the restaurant since this is located in a strip mall.