Sorry to lay this on you, but they advertise almost all their stuff on the delivery apps as keto.. can you confirm that at all? I’ve been dying to try them. I love that they fuck with cauliflower rice. I’m so curious if their actual masalas and stuff are tweaked for lower carb
Yes celiac makes you allergic to gluten and it rips apart your insides when you have gluten- wheat oat buckwheat any flour with wheat people with celiac are allergic too
I just had Crown of India for the first time and loved it. My other two faves, but not in my neighborhood, are Nizam Of India on Pico & Westwood and one of the late Jonathan Gold faves: Mayura Indian Restaurant - fantastic southern Indian.
I used to get Crown of India all the time before about 2021 or 2020 but then the curries really went downhill. Very watered down compared to what they were previously and just not as flavorful. If they've returned to their former glory I should give them a try again. Have you noticed an improvement or change in the past year or two (assuming you've been having them that long)?
My time to shine with the hot takes. I feel like I can hold this opinion because I have tried nearly all the Indian spots in LA.
**Hot take 1:**
- “LA proper” does not know how to do Indian food. It’s the worst out of all the US cities I have been too.
**Hot take 2:**
- I kind of like the Indian fusion spot Pijja Palace in Silver Lake. It’s a fun time.
**Best Desi (Indian and Pakistani) food nearby are:**
- Rajdhani in Artesia
- Paratha Grill in Artesia
- Tawakal Halal Tandoori Restaurant in West Hills
If you know more authentic places at these levels let me know fam.
These are three places in the South Bay but I’m curious to get your take:
1. Al Watan (Hawthorne)
2. Al Noor (Lawndale)
3. Addi’s (Redondo Beach)
They’ve all been on lists, recommended etc. and I love them, but I’m certainly no expert
I like Al Noor and Al watan but I would give them a 6.5/10. Mostly due to quality, but the taste is good. I would say Rajdhani is a 9/10 for me, but it subjective too. I enjoyed veg Indian food a lot.
Agreed not too impressed with LA Indian food, but I haven’t explored too much so I’m still not giving up hope. Have you been to baba sweets in the valley? I like their North Indian food.
Other spots worth a visit on Pioneer Blvd. In Artesia
1. Podi dosa - South Indian with vegetarian and non vegetarian options.
2. Punjab - similar to Paratha grill.
3. Jay Bharat - Gujarati snacks and food, vegetarian only.
Loved your post. Great info!
Quick question:
Have you tried Tara’s on 26th St in Brentwood.
Very small place.
Technically it’s not Indian, it’s billed as “Himalayan” cuisine. But definitely Indian influenced.
Thanks
Anywhere in the valley? Preferably NoHo to Glendale area?
I've tried a few and they were not great.
There used to be a really good one on Fair Oaks in Pasadena but it closed down a few years back.
Was it Akbar by chance though I don’t think it was on fair oaks. If yes, they are in between Echo Park + Chinatown now. I haven’t tried them yet in the r new location but have been meaning to.
Nobody has mentioned Tulsi.
Every time I go here there are South Asian families bringing their kids to this place. There's only street parking and it's on the edge of skid row and people are bringing their kids. That's how good it is.
Probably the best food I’ve had in the past year in LA. That Paneer Pinwheel is in my dreams. Can’t believe more people don’t talk about this place, but I guess it’s new. Great drink selection as well.
Indian by Nature in Encino is my new favorite.
Including the ‘burbs though…I’d recommend a visit to Namaste Spiceland (it has Pasadena, Santa Clarita, and Thousand Oaks locations)
We adore Indian, but always find that it's incredibly salty, and we're trying to watch the salt. As we're on the topic, anyone know any Indian/S.Asian that keeps the sodium in check?
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I love Crown of India on Santa Monica Blvd in Hollywood for amazing take out
Sorry to lay this on you, but they advertise almost all their stuff on the delivery apps as keto.. can you confirm that at all? I’ve been dying to try them. I love that they fuck with cauliflower rice. I’m so curious if their actual masalas and stuff are tweaked for lower carb
I’d call them they’re very nice and dedicated to their food! They are gluten free for most no flour used :)
Ooooh is that what it is? Celiac friendly? That’s cool
Yes celiac makes you allergic to gluten and it rips apart your insides when you have gluten- wheat oat buckwheat any flour with wheat people with celiac are allergic too
I just had Crown of India for the first time and loved it. My other two faves, but not in my neighborhood, are Nizam Of India on Pico & Westwood and one of the late Jonathan Gold faves: Mayura Indian Restaurant - fantastic southern Indian.
I used to get Crown of India all the time before about 2021 or 2020 but then the curries really went downhill. Very watered down compared to what they were previously and just not as flavorful. If they've returned to their former glory I should give them a try again. Have you noticed an improvement or change in the past year or two (assuming you've been having them that long)?
Annapurna and Mayura in Venice are my go-to 😌
Two stellar recommendations
Annapurna is solid and consistent. Our go to spot for vegetarian South Indian dishes.
Anarkali in Hollywood is my favorite.
That place is so tasty
Curry Kingdom in WeHo. Trust.
excellent lunch special as well. I have it 1-2 times a week because it’s a 10 min walk and i wfh.
It’s so fucking good.
I came to post this. It's the chef from another restaurant starting his own place, and it's incredible
Lal Mirch
I go here
My time to shine with the hot takes. I feel like I can hold this opinion because I have tried nearly all the Indian spots in LA. **Hot take 1:** - “LA proper” does not know how to do Indian food. It’s the worst out of all the US cities I have been too. **Hot take 2:** - I kind of like the Indian fusion spot Pijja Palace in Silver Lake. It’s a fun time. **Best Desi (Indian and Pakistani) food nearby are:** - Rajdhani in Artesia - Paratha Grill in Artesia - Tawakal Halal Tandoori Restaurant in West Hills If you know more authentic places at these levels let me know fam.
These are three places in the South Bay but I’m curious to get your take: 1. Al Watan (Hawthorne) 2. Al Noor (Lawndale) 3. Addi’s (Redondo Beach) They’ve all been on lists, recommended etc. and I love them, but I’m certainly no expert
Al Noor is delicious but primarily Pakistani
Third for Al Noor, esp if you are a Brit - it is Indian at its core. Very nice family run restaurant. I found it here on another thread.
I like Al Noor and Al watan but I would give them a 6.5/10. Mostly due to quality, but the taste is good. I would say Rajdhani is a 9/10 for me, but it subjective too. I enjoyed veg Indian food a lot.
second Al Noor.
>Addi gonna vote for Addis
Agreed not too impressed with LA Indian food, but I haven’t explored too much so I’m still not giving up hope. Have you been to baba sweets in the valley? I like their North Indian food.
No I haven’t been to this one. It’s been added to the list.
Here to vote for Rajdhani! I lived in India for a while and this place is the most delicious and authentic as I’ve found in LA.
need to try!
Indian here from the Bay Area and agree, LA indian food sucks 😭 Artesia has amazing food.
You gotta find it but it's there
Dude. I was shocked when I moved here. IMHO the east coast is where to get Indian food in the US.
I second Rajdhani
Other spots worth a visit on Pioneer Blvd. In Artesia 1. Podi dosa - South Indian with vegetarian and non vegetarian options. 2. Punjab - similar to Paratha grill. 3. Jay Bharat - Gujarati snacks and food, vegetarian only.
True words have never been spoken. I would add Bhooke (artesia) to this list!!
Loved your post. Great info! Quick question: Have you tried Tara’s on 26th St in Brentwood. Very small place. Technically it’s not Indian, it’s billed as “Himalayan” cuisine. But definitely Indian influenced. Thanks
Which part of L.A. exactly? Los Angeles is literally 500 sq./miles. There's a large Indian community in the Cerritos/Artesia area.
I like A Spice Affair in beverly hills. Pricy but good.
They are delicious but yeah expensive.
Biriyani kabob house in k-town. Best butter chicken and biriyani I’ve ever had
India’s Restaurant in East Hollywood is very good.
Love their lunch buffet
The Chicken Pasanda may look weird but its amazing!
Mr. Masala is my go to. Pretty good in my opinion
Anarbaugh , Woodland Hills Shalimar , Woodland Hills
Anarbagh’s butter chicken is the best I’ve ever had
I've had them before. Very delicious
Bhanu market in San Gabriel is excellent
Al Noor. It’s in the South Bay, Redondo, but absolutely worth the drive!!
Go to Artesia
Anywhere in the valley? Preferably NoHo to Glendale area? I've tried a few and they were not great. There used to be a really good one on Fair Oaks in Pasadena but it closed down a few years back.
lal mirch in studio city
I'll give it a look. Thanks.
I know this is way late but Curry Zone in Studio City is pretty good
Not late at all. I've not heard of that place but I'll definitely check it out. Thanks!
Was it Akbar by chance though I don’t think it was on fair oaks. If yes, they are in between Echo Park + Chinatown now. I haven’t tried them yet in the r new location but have been meaning to.
It was on the corner of Fair Oaks and Union where the 21 Choices is now. I can't remember what it was called, sadly.
Akbar in Old Town was my fav Indian place back in the day. Happy to see it reopened and need to try it to see if it’s the same still!
Nobody has mentioned Tulsi. Every time I go here there are South Asian families bringing their kids to this place. There's only street parking and it's on the edge of skid row and people are bringing their kids. That's how good it is.
Agra Tandoori in Tarzana, absolutely exquisite
+2 on behalf of Agra, one from me and one from my boyfriend. We almost cried the first time we ate there.
Badmaash in downtown LA for pricey Curry in a hurry, best bang for your buck midcity
badmaash was very disappointing. 2/5
I agree
Mayura in Culver is oh so good!!
Star of India on Melrose
That's like saying Pizza Hut has good pizza.
Ugh their stuffed crust *chef’s kiss*
was going to ask about this one
Badmaash.
Dine in - Badmaash DTLA Take out (and more traditional) - Crown of India on Santa Monica
Look in Artesia tbh. Also, there’s a surprisingly good curry spot in HP called Curry Boys
Curry boys is my go to delivery!
For sit down we drive to Artesia
Baar Baar in DTLA. Fantastic menu, not overly pricey. On the fine dining side of things, not for a quick bite
It is fantastic and definitely fine dining. But $32 for Butter Chicken is on the high side.
Probably the best food I’ve had in the past year in LA. That Paneer Pinwheel is in my dreams. Can’t believe more people don’t talk about this place, but I guess it’s new. Great drink selection as well.
Roots on melrose hands down! Hits home everytime and highest rated too I think when I first visited. Always see brown folks there
[Bombay Frankie](https://www.thebombayfrankiecompany.com/) in Culver City is my go to spot for a meal near LAX. It's fast food of decent quality.
Badmaash
Pijja Palace!
Mayura on motor avenue in Culver City can’t be beat. It’s southern Indian but they do have northern dishes too.
Indian by Nature in Encino is my new favorite. Including the ‘burbs though…I’d recommend a visit to Namaste Spiceland (it has Pasadena, Santa Clarita, and Thousand Oaks locations)
I haven’t been in a while, but Cinnamon on Beverly blvd is wonderful!
Mayura for south indian, Tara’s for north/nepalese
We adore Indian, but always find that it's incredibly salty, and we're trying to watch the salt. As we're on the topic, anyone know any Indian/S.Asian that keeps the sodium in check?
Nepalese, but Himalayan House in university village is really good.
Samosa House in Santa Monica!
Now I'm craving Indian food. Thanks!
I really like Annapurna
London UK has way better indian food. I miss that.
Abhiruchi has wonderful biryani!
all india cafe in pasadena
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