Addi's Darbar Indian Cuisine

Wow, what a hidden gem! I can’t believe I’ve lived in the South Bay for so long and never tried this place before. I was invited by a friend to meet here. I ordered the butter chicken with plain white rice, naan, and Chicken Katakat (spicy). My new favorite authentic Indian local food spot! You’d better come hungry - their food portions are plentiful and very reasonably priced!

Very romantic setting, Service is always amazing, Quiet setting meant for couples and older folks or families not so much younger children, but could be if they’re quiet. It’s just a very small quaint, romantic atmosphere. Great ambience

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. Addi is truly one of a kind — the kind of man you don’t come across often. He’s thoughtful, resilient, deeply intelligent, and full of a quiet strength that leaves a lasting impression on everyone he meets. Whether he’s showing love through the smallest details or pushing through his own struggles with grace, Addi does it all with a heart that’s rare and real. He’s the type of person who makes you want to be better — not because he asks for it, but because being around him reminds you what real love, loyalty, and authenticity look like. If you’re lucky enough to know him, don’t take it for granted. He’s a once-in-a-lifetime kind of man — the kind you don’t just meet, you remember.

The food and service were great. It took a little while for them to take our order, but since I was catching up with friends, it didn't bother me too much. The atmosphere was nice, it is a small restaurant, but somehow still spacious. The food was really good and the portions were huge. We ordered garlic naan, chicken tikka, lamb biryani, chicken vindaloo, and veggie samosas. Each of us ended up taking a big bag of food home from the leftovers. I will definitely come back.

Hello! 2nd time trying Indian Food This Restaurant opens for dinner at 5pm. You can make a reservation. The Portions are big so we ordered 6 plates and shared from all 6 for a party of 5. The rice is good but ive had better needs a bit more flavor! The Menu has aloot to choose from! The place is a bit small and needs an update. The service was great! Lots of parking prices are very affordable.

Started with the papadum and pakoras (not pictured), both were delicious and recommended. For mains, we had the chicken tikka methi and vindaloo, which came with a large plate of basmati rice. Both dishes were fantastically flavored, and the portion sizes were very large which made the prices reasonable. The vindaloo was not as spicy as I have had elsewhere, but the flavor made it one of my favorite vindaloo dishes that I have tried. We got the garlic naan. I would have preferred an option of a variety basket of naan, instead of paying for each type individually, which would be a lot of bread. We will definitely return.

My wife and I have been a customer of Addi's Dabar for several years. We know the owner and the staff very well. We consider the owner a personal friend of ours. He is very humble and takes care of his customers well. The flavor of the food is from Northern Indian. They will make any dish to your favorite level of spice...from mild to spicy. The dishes that we've had from the menu are outstanding! They have a great wine selection and a few Indian beers to choose from. Addi's Darbar is the best Indian food in the South Bay...In fact, it could be the best Indian food in Los Angeles. We recommend Addi's Darbar to anyone who wants to have a nice low key dinner and enjoy Indian cuisine!

Let's be honest, the Fourth of July is usually a culinary wasteland—a holiday of questionable pyrotechnics and even more questionable soggy pizza. But on this particular Fourth, a figure emerged from a haze of cheap firework smoke. It was Addi. He surveyed our little block party, took pity on our souls, and uttered the eight words every food lover dreams of hearing: "My restaurant. It's closed, but for you? Open." What followed was pure, unadulterated chaos. The block party vanished as grown adults engaged in a frantic game of human Tetris, cramming into cars with the desperation of people escaping a natural disaster. We weren't just going to dinner; we were on a mission from God, a high-speed pilgrimage that deposited us at the doors of "Addi's Darbar Indian Cuisine." The place was aggressively closed. Chairs on tables, lights off, the whole nine yards. There was no menu—menus are for mortals. Tonight, there was only one commandment: Thou Shalt Eat Chicken Tikka Masala and drink unlimited wine. Oh, the Tikka Masala. My taste buds, which I had long suspected had packed their bags and retired to Florida, suddenly woke up, threw a rave, and started doing shots. The sauce was a creamy, sunset-orange dream, and the chicken was so tender I have to assume it spent its life in deep meditation, probably doing hot yoga and listening to whale sounds. This wasn't food; it was an epiphany in a bowl. The beverage situation was governed by a single, beautiful law: "If you can see it, you can drink it." This led to the "Addi-tude Adjustment"—a full-system reboot for the soul, administered via a firehose of surprisingly good wine and champagne. Service was handled by Addi himself, who treated an empty glass not as an oversight, but as a deep, personal failure. The man was a whirling of hospitality, a ninja ensuring no one's happiness dipped below "ecstatic." VERDICT: You can't find "Addi's After-Hours Emporium" on Yelp. You can't book a table. The only way in is to become close neighbors with Addi. If a man smelling faintly of fireworks and pure generosity ever makes you this offer, don't walk, run. It's the American dream, just with better food and a much more liberal booze policy. Thank you, Addi for your generosity. We owe you one.

This is hands-down the best Indian food in Redondo Beach! My family and I are big fans of Indian cuisine and have tried several spots in the area, but we recently revisited Addi's after some time away (mainly because it's a bit farther from home). Now, it's officially our top choice, regardless of the extra drive. The food was absolutely amazing--my son practically licked his plate clean! We were even tempted to order an extra chicken tikka masala to take home. Thank you for creating such flavorful dishes and for sending us home happy, full, and already planning our next visit.

My wife and I absolutely love this place - best Indian food in the south bay IMO! We usually get three entrees, and this provides plenty of leftovers to enjoy over the next few days. Lamb Tikka Masala, Chicken Curry are my faves!

I've been in Redondo for 10 years. Super excited I found this Indian restaurant. Probably the most flavorful chicken Tikka masala and definitely the largest portions. Highly recommend

I ordered chicken tikka masala and veggie curry take out earlier tonight. Walked into a very classy and busy restaurant. Every table was full and everyone looked satisfied with their meals. Our food was excellent and flavorful. We are glad we ordered rice as our curries did not come with it. Portions were large and we had leftovers. Highly recommend this spot for Indian food if you like curry. Looks like a nice spot for a date as well.

Behold. The longest and perhaps the most favorable review I have written on Yelp to date. The short version is: this is best Indian restaurant in the neighborhood, and perhaps all of Los Angeles. Firstly, due to taste, secondly, the ambience and service. Let me tell you more. History and context: the restaurant is named after the boss, Addi, whom is friendly, always smiling, and befriended me and my wife after our second visit. The restaurant has been around for 25 years (thank god we recently discovered it), and has been working with his chef for 35 years. You can see the boss greeting locals and usual customers. I overhear and observe folks traveling from afar, large parties, and even coming here by oneself. The ambience is excellent. I believe Darbar translates to a court or a formal reception of a prince. The decor of classy paintings, solemn statue, gigantic bottles of champagne, and tasteful window drapings are accented by quiet, melodic tunes. If you come here around when they open, 5pm, upon served the quality of food, you are transported to a royal court experiencing a feast for a king. Let's talk about the food. My wife and I came here two weeks in a row. Everything was exceedingly delicious. Last week, we had spicy chicken wings, naan, tandoori combo, saag lamb, hot pickle, and onion pepper salad. They only had three spice levels: mild, medium, and spicy. We had spicy wings, and it was quite spicy (we are Chinese; we eat spicy). It was crispy, fragrant, and flavorful. The tandoori combo was the perfect portion size, and had a yellow chicken that was a new flavor I've never tasted. The saag was soooooooo good, we got a saag paneer to go after. What connects all these food was the piping hot temperature in a good way (make sure you eat onsite). I also learned from my Indian friends that I can dip raw onion into curry, hence ordered the onion chili salad. The powerful spice level was something unique and euphoric; basically after the spice pain passes, your tongue has a lo-fi numb feeling that's vaguely tingly, relaxed, and "massaged." Today, we went back after one week of high anticipation. We ordered tandoori calamari, lamb rack, butter chicken, vindaloo, onion chili salad, (and saag paneer to go). I mean where have yall ever seen tandoori calamari? They were large cut, perfect for first bite as an appetizer. The lamb rack was perfect: the particular choice to keep two bones as one cut is smart; our medium rare tasted so good while biting into the juicy meat. Butter chicken and vindaloo were great. The onion salad was marinated, sweet/sour, and once again helped achieve the post-spice nirvana. Whenever I discover such a gem of a restaurant, I think it'd be great if this place gets a Michelin star or some high recognition. But then I selfishly hope it doesn't so I can come here without a reservation, and the occupancy is already at 80%+. In summary, huge praises to the boss and this magnificent restaurant.

We love this place! Walk in and are greeted with a smile. The food is delicious and authentic tasting - I particularly like the garlic naan and the saag paneer. The mango lussi this time tasted a bit off but everything else is amazing!

The food was really good and flavorful. I would definitely recommend the mango lassi, it's so good especially with the lamb vindaloo. The service was great too as the waitress would always check on us. The ambiance is good as well though I'd say the lighting was quite dim.

My favorite Indian restaurant, i came for both of my birthdays. The portions are big, if you're coming with someone i recommend getting different ones and share. The restaurant is a little fancy so wear something presentable, lighting is dim. Staff is so nice and welcoming, I really recommend coming!!!

We dined at Addi's for the first time, when visiting friends who live in the neighborhood. Our friends, who go there often, managed the ordering, including getting the Lamb Royale. The place is a very nice, clean establishment that has a cool, Indian (or Middle Eastern) atmosphere. Our waiter and staff were very attentive throughout our dinner. The food was absolutely delicious! Tasty with fantastic, unique seasonings, flavor.

So my friend has been raving about this place and we finally got to go. Well, I believe I'm spoiled after eating some upscale Indian in Manhattan with considerably higher prices. Service was good; rice complimentary which is nice these days. Portions generous i.e. I will have some leftovers to nibble on for lunch. But the Saag Paneer was a bit bland; maybe I should have requested spicer. The Chicken Vinadloo did not have enough kick to it either but was tender. The Garlic Naan was disappointing as it seemed more like pita. Come with moderate expectations and you'll be fine. Free parking available.

Delighted to be back here. The food and service are both excellent. Beautifully spiced. The baigan bharta (eggplant) was magnificent, and I couldn't stop eating the saag lamb. The range of spices was wonderful, from very mild (for the kids), to a bit burning, but delicious. It was a birthday celebration, and the highlight was when two children from a neighboring table asked if they could sing "happy birthday " with us. Just delightful!

So good! Excellent service. The owner is great and always so kind. Even my kids love it. Definitely a treat when I want authentic cuisine

It's been a few years since I've reviewed but nothing has changed. Absolutely phenomenal food and amazing staff who are so helpful! We have been ordering takeout for the past few years and the food has absolutely not changed. Still full of flavor and high quality. We order chicken katakat, lamb vindaloo, bomboy aloo pakoras, pappadum, vegetable samosas and naan. Occasionally we order the Chana masala and chicken biryani. Also delicious. This is a must stop for excellence service and incredible food!

A friend highly recommended this place and I've been wanting to try it out and finally got an opportunity to do so. There's ample amount of parking all around (street and lot). The restaurant itself is quit fancy looking. It's def a place you can invite guest/family to. The service is incredibly welcoming and the owner himself greets you and serves you. It's def very personal and if that's your thing this is def the place for you 5 stars + Now to the food. We ordered the fish masala medium spice and lamb tikka masala spicy. The fish of the day is sea bass and it was very fresh and soft but it really lacked flavor and medium spice taste mild. Let's just say I ended up just drinking the curry without rice. The lamb was similar, lacked flavor but meat was fresh and soft. Spicy was mild as well but the owner offered to take it back and then it was pretty spicy. The garlic naan was good. Also order the mango lassi, it was pretty good but because of the price point, I had higher expectations. We really really enjoyed the service.

This is our go-to spot for North Indian food to go in south bay. We usually get Malai Kofta and it is really tasty. They also have some unique dishes like Baingan paneer, which we thought was interesting. We have never dined in at Addi's so can't say much about their service. Overall, its a great place for Indian food in Redondo Beach.

Holy crud this place is WONDERFUL!! DO NOT EAT THE SAG PANEER BECAUSE I WANT IT ALL TO MYSELF. Kidding! Seriously, it was THE BEST I've ever had, and I LOVE sag paneer (spinach with cheese cubes). OMG. We have also had the lamb chops, which were very meaty. The CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA was Amazing. All these orders were really enough for 4. We also had the garlic nan which was really tasty. We tried this lovely dessert which was like a slightly grainy orange sherbet, made in house. Refreshing, but not quite my thing, but everyone else enjoyed. Our server, Bemu, was very nice and Patient! Can't wait to go back, with friends!

Absolutely phenomenal food and service! I will absolutely be back you can not go wrong here.

Every dish is amazing... butter chicken is decadent and their vegan cashew nut cream with veggies is dreamy...with mint spice chutney-- great!

I've been eating at restaurants owned by Addi for over 30 years, he's employed the same chef for over 40 years who always delivers excellent quality food.

Loved the warm ambience, delicious food and courteous service. A perfect low key date night.

Came with friends for dinner. The good : the food was mostly very good. (see bad) Mostly good flavor. the service was mostly good the bad: It is overpriced ! When the server asked how was the food and I told him that the lamb was over cooked, he didn't reply at all. Just walked away. It was a $43 dinner and two of us ordered it and he didn't even say sorry.... much less offer to redo it.

Addi's is our new favorite Indian restaurant. Amazingly delicious. We had the chicken tikka masala, saag paneer, nan, rice. The samosas and pakoras were crisp without being oily. Will go back soon to try other dishes.

Food quality was ok. Their Biryani tasted like Jambalaya, not authentic at all! Paneer Makhni was sweet and tasted like it had ketchup added to the sauce. Butter Chicken was good, could use slight more spice. Methi Malai Chicken was ok, too thick of a gravy (too much cream) and was lacking flavors. The highlight was their garlic naan, kulfi's and pakoras. Service was good, our server was very friendly and accommodating. Ambiance is good, you can tell they wanted you to eat and leave, so they can turn table's quickly. For the price and quality of food, I will not be returning. There are many great options out there, like Cardamom Indian restaurant etc.

What a fantastic place to enjoy authentic Indian cuisine I love all the flavors and their food is excellent fantastic atmosphere and the customer service was impeccable and the owner was very friendly and very talkative. I will always always return to have my meals here.

My brother and I had dinner today. We ordered calamari, shrimp vindaloo, and shrimp biryani. Shrimp biryani was decent but nothing great, everything else was underwhelming. Vindaloo curry was nothing like authentic vindaloo curry....way too tomatoey!

Always such a treat when we come here for dinner. Tonight we brought our 8 month old and the staff was so welcoming. They were very kind and played with our son which made our night. The food was phenomenal as always, such big portions with plenty of flavor. Thank you for making it such a great experience like always

Addi's was packed when we arrived on a nondescript Tuesday night, snagging the last table...fortunately there were only 2 of us, as it was quite a wait for the next table to open. Consider making a reservation! Service was pretty good considering the crowd. Water was quickly provided and my beer arrived with the Vegetable Pakora appetizer. Served with 2 dips it was something of a disappointment, most of the Pakoras were mostly batter with almost no filling. The Pakoras that actually included vegetable stuffing were ok. For dinner we had high expectations for the Navratan Korma and Ghobie Artichoke mains, with Onion Kulcha for the bread. The Onion Kulcha was the high point of the meal, very tasty. A minor nit, I would have preferred the onion cooked to the point where it was not crunchy, but it was good as delivered. We were both disappointed with the 2 mains. The Navratan was clearly the preferred option but it just seemed to be missing something that would put it over the top. I'd almost want to return to see if we could figure out what that something is! The Ghobie Artichoke, ordered medium spicy, was again just OK. I'd actually really like to return, it just seems like we both should have enjoyed these dishes more than we did.

My first visit to Addi's in Redondo Beach was for dinner last week. If you are not sure you like Indian food and/or you're a vegetarian and don't think there would be much for you ... think again! Addi's atmosphere is family-like, welcoming and comfortable. It's a place for both a casual meet-up with friends or a nice dinner date. The service was perfect. The staff was very attentive. The food was amazing. Vegetable Samosas were perfect starters. Full of taste and not greasy. My main course was Baigan Bharta (charbroiled eggplant) and the texture of the dish was perfect. The portions were very big and we took the leftovers home. My friends ordered the Lamb royal and they couldn't say enough about how delicious it was. For drinks we ordered the Taj beer and a bottle of wine from the large selection. Thank you to Addi, we had a fabulous evening! I will be visiting again and I highly recommend this hidden gem.

We always have a pleasant experience here, both dining in and taking out. The staff couldn't be nicer. There's lots to choose from on the menu- we usually get plain & garlic naan, chicken tikka masala, lamb korma, and sometimes another rice dish. The portions are generous so we get a few meals out of the leftovers. It's a small place and every time we're here all the tables are full, so make a reservation.

I went to Addi's with some friends recently and we all agreed that their food is very poor. I'm not too sure why but it's just rank bad. It's hard to fathom when this restaurant has great staff who are all knowledgeable about Indian cuisine that it should come out tasting and looking so average. For instance the biryanis rice was stuck together when it arrived, it was so off putting that I was ready to complain. However, when you're with friends then you feel reluctant to make a scene. The tandoori chicken also lacked flavor and maybe freshness. We had some other dishes as well as the obligatory Naan, but overall it was poor. I even thought the Naan was of the frozen type. Service was ok but when the food arrives looking and tasting so bad then everything else is irrelevant!

We love this place!!! New favorite Indian restaurant. We usually get it as take out and it is always steaming hot. They always have our food ready on time with incredibly friendly staff to greet us when we arrive. We haven't been able to find better Indian food in the South Bay!

Everything about this place is amazing! Food and service were great. My go to place for Indian cuisine. Definitely need a reservation!!

There're many Indian restaurants in the Southbay, and this is our go-to restaurant when we crave for Indian food. Every dish is perfectly prepared. Good service. It's a small restaurant with plenty of parking. The price is right.

Absolutely outstanding Indian cuisine, wonderfully attentive and super friendly servers, and never a ridiculous wait to get a table... Addi's never disappoints. One of our favorite spots in the South Bay. Oh, and they can accommodate huge parties, too. Once came here with maybe two dozen people for a good friend's birthday. Always a wonderful dining experience.

The best Indian food in the South Bay. I love this place; we've been coming here for years. Addi is a welcome greeter and the staff are quick to help. The food is amazingly flavorful and you always leave full with leftovers; the portions are generous. I wish they'd reopen for lunch a few times a weeks.

We have been coming to Addis for the past 10 yrs plus and we are never disappointed, it's just as good today since the day we started . Just enough spice for us , flavorful and plenty amount . The chai tea is one of my favorites , tastes delish, smooth and some hints of spice , but lightly creamy , The garlic naan , chicken tikka masala yum yum, and the rice , ooooh and don't forget the samosa , perfect little app.

Excellent Service , owner Is very nice and the food is fresh and extremely flavorful without burning out your taste buds

Waited for a 2nd try to drop the review, but boy, do I not see the hype. All the food super bland, on the expensive side, and pretty stingy on the servings (particularly paneer). Makhani was just tomato sauce, no spice no other flavor. Baigan, where there should be so much opportunity for flavor, there wasn't any. Sad, the search for best Indian in South Bay continues.

Addi's is back! A couple months ago I was shocked and super sad when I saw on Yelp that Addi's was closed. After doing some research I found out that they would open soon but with just new partners. Fast forward a couple months later and here we are with newly remodeled Addi's. Yay; my favorite restaurant is back! The walls are newly painted and it looks very nice inside. The menu still has some of the delicious favorites that we all know and love. My absolute favorite is the Chicken Tikka Masala and Saag Paneer. I chose to get those on my recent visit to see if it was still as a good as I remembered. Both dishes were indeed as delicious as I recall. It still remains to be the best Indian dishes I've had ever. The flavors for both were on point. I loved the overall thickness of the sauce of the Chicken Tikka Masala. The pieces of chicken were large and tender. The Saag Paneer was very flavorful. I loved putting the sauce over the basmati rice. I am thrilled to see Addi's open up again. Though a slightly different name and a little change to the look; what hasn't changed is the great taste of their menu. This is one of my favorite restaurants and remains to still be one of my favorite restaurants in the South Bay.

Our favorite Indian restaurant in LA. This place never disappoints. The food is consistently good and the service always warm and welcoming.

Best Indian Food in the South Bay! Portions are generous but more importantly flavors are authentic and on point. Worth every penny.

Addis is Amazing!! I Love the garlic naan and sea bass fish . Not to mention the wine is ALWAYS fabulous. The service is 100% it's like a warm family feeling when you enter Addis . His Kicthen staff has been cooking the food for 30 plus years !!!!! That's impressive, this tells you Addi treats his employees like family . The place is well maintained & clean . Plenty of parking and great access for carry out . I never really used to eat Indian food , I was under the impression that it had tons of curry and super spicy. Which I'm not a spicy food person lol . BUT Addi changed my perception of Indian food. So flavorful and everything just melts in your mouth . When I want a nice cheat meal or something heavy . This is definitely a tight place. This isn't the restaurant to eat light or have a salad . If you want authentic heavy yummy food . This is the SPOT !! Just make sure you take about 2 probiotics to filter your system . Lol Customer and friend for life !!!

Clean place, friendly & attentive staff, delicious food! We had the tall beers, masala fish & masala shrimp, saag aloo, & all were amazing. We shared with 4 people & still took some home.

My boyfriend and I no longer live in Redondo so we hadn't been here in a while and then last weekend we were in the area so we stopped in. The food and the service remains as excellent as it ever was. We split the butter chicken and the taaka dal. Both were incredibly tasty although we preferred the butter chicken. The garlic naan was the perfect amount of crispy and was so tasty. On top of the delicious food, we were really impressed by the service we had. They have a parking lot so parking is easy. Would recommend to anyone looking for some good Indian food where you will feel welcomed by the staff.

Me and my husband went there for dinner We had paneer makhani, bombay aaloo pakora and naan, it was just delicious, everything was perfect. We loved the food Service was good and on time, staff was nice. Will definitely gonna visit again

New go to. System was down but staff was on it with making the to-go and really accommodating. The food itself was so good, it hit the spot and was a good amount for the price.

We always have a wonderful meal at Addis served by very friendly waiters. It's a small, quiet, intimate place which adds to making it a very lovely evening.

The search is over! We finally found our Indian spot! After trying a number of other places the vote is Addi's Tandoor outshines the competition. The usual order: Samosa - vegetarian 5/5 Chicken Tikka Masala - 5/5 Aloo Gabi - 5/5 Mint & Tamarin sauces are tasty compliments to the meal. Lunch comes with Naan (reg or garlic) & a salad. It is a little pricier. Portions are good. Food quality and freshness super on point. Parking is easy. Not sure if they serve alcohol or not. Excited to try more menu items!

It's been sometime since last we visited. It is delicious and generous portion for the price. Still my favorite Indian restaurant!