All India Cafe - Indian Restaurant in Glendale

Restaurant · Glendale

All India Cafe - Indian Restaurant in Glendale

Restaurant · Glendale

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316 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91203

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Authentic home-style Indian cooking, flavorful dishes, and cocktails  

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316 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91203 Get directions

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316 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91203 Get directions

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"Pasadena’s longtime South Indian specialist opened its Glendale location in 2018. All India consistently churns out masala dosa, samosas, chapati, and tandoori dishes in a colorful and cheery interior on the always-busy Brand Boulevard." - Virali_Dave, Eater Staff

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"Most think that the best South Asian fare in LA is found in Artesia or scattered throughout the region, but it is All India Cafe that dominates Northeast LA. Open for 30 years in Pasadena and six years in Glendale, the restaurant serves a menu that is mostly North Indian. The saag paneer is made without heavy cream and yet is full of flavor. Crowd favorites like butter chicken and lamb curry are notable too. Best of all, the restaurant has an extensive cocktail menu, a rarity among South Asian restaurants. Staff prepare homemade yogurt for the Bollywood Lassi which is shaken with soju vodka, while the Dirty Chai utilizes a house-made masala chai with infused vodka and cinnamon. — Mona Holmes, reporter" - Eater Staff

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Peter Bonamici

Google
Amazing Indian Food for Glendale But ‘A La Carte’ Everything Makes It Insanely Expensive. I’ll give it the credit it deserves, really delicious and fresh Indian food. Naans were crisp to perfection and Tikka Masala was perfectly spicy with large chunks of meat. But man…$20 entrees that don’t even come with basmati rice? Or naan? That’s a big no from me. Made the mistake of ordering their new appetizers and they were just as expensive as the entrees with way less food. If you can order in a smart way or split it, definitely worth it. But $90 bill for two people with no drinks is outrageous to me.

Bertram Amon

Google
Just happened to see this place while walking to another eatery. Glad that we decided to eat here instead. We enjoyed all the plates we ordered. Love the atmosphere and decor. And Jenny, our server, was such a delight. We'll be coming back to try other dishes.

Jesse Deol

Google
We had an amazing experience at All India Cafe! The food was so delicious that we didn’t even get a chance to take pictures before diving in. Every dish was full of flavor and cooked to perfection. The service was just as impressive—Arshdeep took great care of us and was incredibly kind and attentive. The restaurant itself is very clean and the atmosphere is really nice. Definitely a place we’ll be coming back to!

Mahima Unnikrishnan

Google
We had a late dinner (after 9:30 PM) on a Friday night here. Loved the interior decor and service at this restaurant. The food tasted authentic, fresh and was not excessively oily. Spice levels were adjusted perfectly to our request for each dish. Especially recommend the tandoori rotis, saag paneer, jalfrezi and ginger flavored ice cream. Garlic naan and aloo paratha were good too. The entrees don't come with rice or naan, so you have to order them separately. Street parking was full but there were paid parking lots available close by.

ingrid hernandez-morrison

Google
I’ve been following All India Cafe since their restaurant in Santa Barbara, then Pasadena, and now closer to me in Glendale. All India Cafe is one of my top 5 favorite restaurants, and I dine out A LOT! 😋 their Lunch specials are fantastic in options, flavors, and price. I am generally there on my own, therefore the thalis are my go-to: one person portions of a variety of dishes. You can’t go wrong with anything on their menu, everything is tasty. Their samosas are the best and sometimes when I’m in a rush in the area, I pick up an order of samosas to eat while I run errands. All India Cafe also participates in Dine LA menu deals, and it is truly a bargain with the generous portions, that I generally return home with leftovers for the next day. 😋 I also appreciate the staff, from the people in the kitchen that consistently make delicious food, to the friendly servers that have always been very attentive and welcoming. ♥️ I’m happy to support family businesses run and operated by POC that deliver an excellent dining experience each and every time.

Maya S

Google
Had a great experience this evening! The staff is super attentive and kind, the food was SO satisfying, big portions, all 5 of us left happy and stuffed :) We were lucky to come during DineLA week and enjoy its generous menu. When my husband's dishes were late to come out, he got a complementary scoop of home-made pistachio ice cream, which was delicious. I tried the ginger ice cream and it was very refreshing and pleasant. I loved everything we had, appreciate the warm service, and would love to return soon!

Tressa Smiley

Google
Rating: 3.5/5 This is a great spot for lunch—reasonably priced with a friendly and always welcoming hostess. The food is still good, but I can definitely tell there's been a change in the chef in the back.

Yahaira Navarcia

Google
The food was very good and very flavorful! It was really tiny portion of the tiki masala and I wish they had a different cheese on the nan bread. Overall it was very good. The chicken was moist and hot. The sauce was lemony. The environment was cute. Felt small and comfy. There were some cute pictures on the walls.
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kim d.

Yelp
This place is incredible It was my first time and my friend treated for my birthday every dish was absolutely delicious! The service and the ambiance is also wonderful I cannot wait to come back!!

Sabrina S.

Yelp
Really the best Indian food . We've been regulars at this location and the Pasadena location. You can't go wrong here everything is fresh and delicious!
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Sheyda S.

Yelp
NAVRATAN KORMA! 10/10 I search for korma that I love in so many places across LA and finally found one I adore! Based solely on that dish I'll return! The bonus is that other dishes like their vada pav (Indian street food potato pancake sliders), samosas, and vindaloo are also super tasty. We came for my father's birthday as he enjoys a laid back celebration and were really pleased with everything. Even more of a bonus: the service was so lovely that even if the food wasn't as good as it had been we'd have had a great time! The owner (I think she's the owner) is so sweet, warm and charming that she really makes every guest feel special and welcome!
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Liana H.

Yelp
Constantly order delivery from their site and it is consistently fresh, hot and full of flavor. Came in last night to eat in the restaurant and it was so special. Ambiance was sexy, custom cocktails looked delicious and the service was so warm and helpful. Started w the pani puri and they were flavor bombs served on the sweetest Indian table cart. My favorite is the Navratam korma add paneer and my husband got the transcendently spicy vindaloo chicken. Naan came fresh and were recommended to order another fresh batch midway. Homemade ice cream was such a delicate flavor and cooling after all of the spice. Highly recommend delivery or dine in!
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Sheldon R.

Yelp
Some of the best Indian food we've ever had! Garlic naan was made so well. We ordered the fish tikki masala and Vegetarian Tali. Vegetarian Tali came with nirvana tofu and it had so much flavor. Our waitress was very young, polite, and professional. We ate at one of the lower tables. Great experience but it was uncomfortable for me. My legs were too long and I'm only 5 ft 6. The ambiance is quieter with background music. Great place for connection and socializing with your company. Lots of seating available at this location. 100% recommend. Fish Tikki Masala: 5/5 Garlic Naan Bread: 5/5 Vegetarian Tali: 4.5/5
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Victor S.

Yelp
Get the Malai kofta! It's creamy and good for vegetarians. The service is friendly and prompt.
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Abegail B.

Yelp
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this place! We were in the mood for Indian food. To my fellow Yelpers, THANK YOU. Yet again, you came through. Met up with my cousin and her husband here for lunch. This was the first time for all of us eating at All India Cafe. I don't rate many restaurants with 5 stars, but this place was on point on everything - food, ambiance and customer service. Our waitress was Prit. She elevated our dining experience to the next level with her recommendations and friendliness. What we ordered: Drinks - Mango lassi, Indian ice tea and Indian lemonade. Mango lassi is always a fave. It wasn't too sweet. The lemonade was refreshing. It's a perfect summer drink. Indian mint ice tea with sweetener on the side was also a solid choice. Appetizer - Samosa and Vada Pav sliders. Samosa are a must every time we eat Indian food. This is not negotiable in our house. The samosa was exactly what we expected. I love the mint chutney with this. Vada Pav, recommended by Prit, was a first for us and OMG! YES, please. Prit did not steer us wrong. Lunch Plates - Chicken Tikka Masala, Fish Tikka and Chicken Tikka with saffron rice and of course, garlic naan. Chicken Tikka Masala is always a fave. Fish Tikka, recommended by Prit, were thick cuts of fish. The pieces weren't dry and the seasoning was perfect. The seasoning didn't over power the fish. My cousin's husband liked the chicken tikka too. Ambiance - The decorations were beautiful. They had a Bollywood movie playing on the TVs. The Indian music playing in the background was not too loud. I didn't find myself yelling across the table to be heard. There's a beautiful mural on the left wall when you walk in. Will we come back? You better believe we will!THANK YOU All India Cafe for a great dining experience.
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Cydney M.

Yelp
EXCELLENT INDIAN FOOD IN GLENDALE ================================= I have been to All India Cafe's newer restaurant in Glendale many times and I can't believe I forgot to write a review. My husband is a regular at their restaurant on Fair Oaks in Pasadena and he says he can tell a difference between the chicken tikka masala. I really can't. We are hooked on the chicken tikka masala so we always order the lunch special. See my photos. We especially love that salad dressing. We ordered the Pani puri shots and they were great. I also ordered a Maharaja Fashion to drink and that was delicious. They add a little saffron and that was a nice addition.
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Sam B.

Yelp
My bestie and I met here for lunch during our work break. I bookmarked the Pasadena location a while back after it showed up in my feed a few times, and later realized they had a second location here in Glendale, right off of Brand - easier for my bestie to get to. After being seated, we were handed a traditional menu as well as a shorter menu of fusion/street food options. We opted to order from the second menu, sharing a plate of Vada Pav sliders and the Gulabi Farfalle. The vegetarian sliders were small spicy potato patties in buns, a twist on a popular Indian street food. The gulabi farfalle was a creamy tomato pasta with a hint of Indian spices. Both dishes were pretty good, making All India Cafe a solid choice for Indian/ fusion food. ****************** My Ratings: 1 Star: Terrible; just thinking about it makes me angry. 2 Stars: Wasn't a fan so Not likely to return. 3 Stars: Meh. Average. Might return if others drag me. 4 Stars: Yum! Likely to return. 5 Stars: Amazing! Would plan my day around it.
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Jasmine B.

Yelp
My friend was craving butter chicken, so we decided to try All India Cafe. The service progressively got worse through our visit. We wanted Samosas, but the waitress kept showing a variety of options on her phone trying to get us to order potato sliders. We don't want that. They didn't want us sharing an entree but one was enough. We ordered saffron rice but received basmati. When we asked is this saffron they said no it's basmati and walked away. You get a free dessert with yelp check in but the desserts are all very similar and none seemed appealing. My friend has already vowed not to return.
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Stacey L.

Yelp
Absolutely everything you want in an amazing, authentic, Indian restaurant, and in my backyard! The owners, staff and chefs are the very best! Please support this location and the others!
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Luis A.

Yelp
We just had the most amazing experience at this restaurant! The owner is so attentive and very informative about their options. The staff is so polite and we're always making sure we had everything we needed. The food was sooooooo amazing! I will never go to any other restaurant. There's no need. The food was perfectly season, spice was on point and the ice cream was the cherry on top. Homemade ginger, mango and pistachio ice cream. You won't regret coming here. Your only regret would be to NOT eat here!
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Franklin M.

Yelp
Happy Mother's Day. We came for dinner and they were not busy at all since most mothers go out during the peak lunch hour period. The interior is spacious and the decorations are better that most Indian restaurants I've been to. We ordered the Chicken Vindaloo, white rice, and garlic naan. We asked for a spicy upgrade and was recommended medium spice. The food was pretty good and there was a lot of chicken and few vegetables in the serving. But next time we will stick with our favorite which is Chicken Tikka Masala.
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Joe G.

Yelp
Well this a pretty nice little spot nestled at the heart of Glendale. Just walking in, it's easy to be enamored by the lovely decor and intimate lighting. . Now, when it comes to the Punjabi cuisine, they stuck with your traditional dishes, and added an interesting Gulabi Farfalle Pasta dish that saffron curry base with bell pepper, coriander, turmeric, and cumin. To start with, the Pani puri shots made from tamarind and mint spices was a refreshing amuse bouche that helps cleanse and prepare your palate for the delicious food to come. The potato samosa was dense, but in a good way, with more potato than breading, which you can get from some other places. The mint and tamarind chutney paired well with the samosa. The onion pakora similarly struck a nice balance of crispness and savoriness without being too oily. Simple, but delicious! On the drink side, the mango laasi is one of the thickest I've had and yet it wasn't too sweet, either. It was refreshing. The same can be said with the Chai which was spiced well, but not sweetened at all. It tasted like actual Chai. As for the entree, the two best was the butter chicken and the Gulabi Farfalle Pasta, while the Saag Paneer and Tandoori were a bit underseasoned and less memorable. But the tandoori, which was not red because they don't use red food coloring, struck a nice level of tenderness and was not too dry, which I have found with some tandoori chicken. The garlic Naan had a very nice crispy texture to it, but I would love a bit more kick with the garlic. So the best two are the butter chicken, which you can never go wrong at any Indian restaurant, and particularly here. It was savory, filling, but not too heavy. It can be too salty if not balanced with some basmati rice, but it's not too rich, either. The Gulabi Farfalle was the most surprising and adventurous of the dishes tonight, combining two different worlds in one dish with bow tie pasta and the saffron curry base with bell pepper, coriander, turmeric, and cumin.
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Ariel L.

Yelp
I had a really bad time last year around this time. I gave this business another try and WOW. Everyone here is so nice and attentive, the meal for 2 option was so convenient, and the food was DELICIOUS. 10/10 this place has gotten better and is a need-to-try hot spot for authentic Indian food. If you don't know what to try, just ask!!
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Nathan N.

Yelp
I drove two hours just to eat here, and the food her did indeed help curb whatever hangry feelings were in the air. The food was delicious, and I have yet to be disappointed by Indian food. (I hope I did not jinx it.) I have a huge sweet tooth, so I'm glad I got to try two different desserts on my visit here. The table I sat at had me basically sitting on the floor, which was fun. The lighting is muted and made for a more romantic ambiance, if that is what you're interested in.
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Tony N.

Yelp
My family and I had a great opportunity to try this place as we were touring Glendale. Food - 5/5 The food is delicious! The quality of the food is top-notch. You can taste the seasonings, the delicate crunch of the appetizers. The nice soft, fluffy, warm garlic naan, paired with the butter chicken. You will leave happy here. Value - 3/5 I will give the value of the food a 3/5 purely because it felt like we didn't leave full. However, on the other hand, the quality of the food was FANTASTIC! With our party of 9, the appetizers were very small for how much they cost, so we had to order multiple. Even though they taste wonderful, I couldn't justify the pricing for it. Regardless, this is a minor thing for me because I'm a bigger guy. Service - 5/5 The service is impeccable! The waitress has done an ABSOLUTELY GREAT job n taking care of us. She has offered many recommendations along with being very attentive to our needs: water, napkins, and questions. The entire staff is employed by Middle Eastern Indians, which I loved to see. It felt like I was in India itself! SHOUTOUT TO......Pwetty? I am so sorry for butchering your name, BUT SHOUTOUT TO YOU AND YOUR AMAZING SERVICE! Ambiance - 5/5 The entire setting of the restaurant is beautiful. It has a very clean, modern, Indian-style aesthetic with paintings and a television casting Indian music videos throughout the night. It is a very nice place to have a date. Conclusion Overall, I am very confident in recommending this restaurant to anyone who wants an authentic taste of Indian food. Come hungry and leave happy, unless you're a big guy like me. You might need to order 2 entrees, ahaha.
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Anita C.

Yelp
Had a great time at this restaurant today! The service was quick and all very friendly! The lunch specials are so reasonable! You get so much food for so cheap! The quality is so good and fresh! Everything was so flavorful and presented beautifully
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Anna T.

Yelp
Loved this place! I ordered takeout and got two of the lunch deals with palak tofu and butter chicken. The food is fresh and flavorful. This is a great deal if you're looking for a hearty portion for a good price. Love that there's so many vegan options (I am not vegan) so it is a very diverse menu. Upon pickup, the restaurant is cute, medium sized with decent tables. There's also a few outdoor seats. Overall, casual spot! Staff was straightforward and nice. Would definitely return if I'm in the area!
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Alice Y.

Yelp
Summary: 5 stars for taste, service, and alcoholic drink options. Portions seem small for the price, but I still end up having a little bit of leftovers. *** I liked the darker ambience inside the restaurant. Service was great, from water refills to check ins and plate clearing. My bf and I visited a couple times at 5-6 pm before Brand Blvd gets crowded. If needed, the Public Parking structure on Orange St is free for the first 90 min. DRINKS ORDERED - Mango Lassi ($5.95). Fresh, thick, and mango forward. It's not as sweet as the mango lassi I've had from other places. I'd like to try the cocktail version next! - Maddalena Cabernet ($12 per glass). I don't remember much other than it being a smooth red blend that I enjoyed. - Dirty Chai ($13). This cocktail was strong and heavily spiced with a sticky sugar rim. I love it when things taste like potpurri, but I thought it was missing something. Perhaps a warmer spice profile? APPETIZERS ORDERED - Samosa. I got one during Dine LA and it was impressive: crispy, but not oily, and generously stuffed with fluffy potato and peas. The filling was deliciously savory. I preferred the garlicky mint chutney over the tart tamarind dipping sauce. - Aloo Tikki. We also tried this pan fried potato pancake during Dine LA. I was wowed by the umami flavor and fluffy texture. - Tandoori Wings ($9.95). Pretty good! The wings were tender and charred, served on bed of lettuce and topped with tasty pickled cauliflower. - Chicken Pakora ($9.95). The white meat chicken was so soft that I thought it was dark meat! I enjoyed the fragrant batter, which was between crispy and soft. I don't know how this wasn't oily either. The mint chutney does a lot of heavy lifting here; I preferred it again over the other sauce, which was a super sweet tomato chutney. ENTREES ORDERED - Lamb Frankie ($18.95). My bf ordered this and I took a bite of the frankie topped with creamy raita. Lamb isn't my favorite, but I still thought that was a good bite. The meat was not too gamey, and the inside was saucy without making the wrap soggy. I thought I could taste some sort of stone fruit flavor in the sauce. - Fish Jalfrezi ($18.95). There were mixed vegetables and pieces of soft white fish simmered in coconut yellow curry sauce. The mild curry was sweet, coconutty, and tomatoey. We would have licked the bowl clean if we weren't in public! - Shahi Paneer Thali (paneer in cashew red gravy). This was part of the Dine LA deal. For $35, we got 1 glass of wine, 1 appetizer, 1 thali combo, and 1 dessert. The red gravy was sweet, fruity, and umami, surrounding toothsome chunks of fresh squeaky paneer. Omg so good!!! I also enjoyed the lentils and the Kabuli Cholay (chickpeas). The Kheer (rice pudding) was served cold, but the "fiery" taste of cardamom shone through. It was not too sweet. The rice pudding was good, but I probably would have preferred it warm. - Vegetarian Thali ($18.95). I went for the Malai Kofta this time. The gravy was tomatoey, nutty, and had a hint of fruit from the raisin. While the sauce was bomb, I thought the potato and cheese balls were too dry and firm for my liking. The daily lentil had a vegetal, almost tea like flavor which was nice. I also enjoyed the warm spiced flavor of the chickpeas. Fluffy basmati rice soaked everything up. I decided to try the Kachumber; it was an herbaceous salad of cucumber, onion, and tomato. BREAD ORDERED - Garlic Naan ($3.50 side or $1 added to thali). This was really good. The flat parts of the naan were crusty, flaky, and crispy, but there were also pillowy and chewy bubbles of dough. I'm not sure if the naan was unleavened, but I thought it tasted yeasty and good. I appreciated the kiss of garlic on the naan rather than garlic overload. - Tandoori Roti ($1 added to thali). The roti reminded me of a whole wheat tortilla. Even thought it was slathered in butter, I couldn't taste much dairy flavor. I preferred the naan.
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Joy J.

Yelp
first of all, the food isn't even the star of the show, but the SERVICE is incredible. Both the server and the owner consistently checked in on us and were so incredibly kind, and the server has such amazing energy when giving us her recommendations (which she was absolutely spot on about btw!) Honestly 10/10 and so welcoming. The food only makes it better, with both the presentations and flavors being absolutely what you would expect from amazing indian cuisine! the appetizer Pani Puri Shots were SOOO GOOD and the presentation was beautiful. our final check after ordering around 5 items for two people came to around 50 dollars which is GREATTT for LA! We will definitely be back!
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Bibiana M.

Yelp
This was my first time having Indian food and I absolutely loved it. Defiantly try their homemade pistachio ice cream.
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Lisa N.

Yelp
The saffron martini was out of this world and so many vegan options made my heart happy. Excellent service and a great location. I will definitely be back!
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Tuss R.

Yelp
All I can say is: GET THE GULABI FARFELLE! owner's father was an Italian chef before and it shows in this dish! Wow. Ate it 2 days ago and I've still been thinking about it. Can't wait to come back. The other dishes I tried were good too, especially the naan, not too doughy and the perfect crisp. But whew that pasta... so good.
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Liz L.

Yelp
Ever since we lost one of our nearby favorite Indian food restaurants, I have been hunting for a suitable replacement that isn't too much of a drive from Santa Clarita. When I noticed the good reviews All India Cafe got in Pasadena and saw there was one in Glendale, I was elated. We tried it this weekend, late afternoon (to avoid any crowds and get parking easily) and I am happy to say we like it a lot. First of all, it is bright and clean, decorated appropriately in the colors and ornaments that one expects from an authentic Indian place. It's cheerful and the staff are friendly. I loved the fact that I saw Indians eating there too. There are large screen TVs showing Bollywood entertainment (love that!) and the menu is vast and varied. My litmus test for a regular Indian restaurant is whether they have Masala Dosa and carrot Halwa. All India Cafe has both, as well as many other dishes. When I am new to a place, I start with a vegetarian thali. It comes with a dal, raita (cucumber and yogurt), rice, and a choice of two side dishes. I chose chickpeas and potatoes with cauliflower. My friends had other dishes including a jalfrezi vegetable and some in a korma sauce. We ordered garlic naan, which comes with the thali, and then appetizers of pakora and masala dosa. Some of us ordered hot chai tea and others had lemonade with ginger. Everything was very good. The tea and lemonade were bottomless, so refills came regularly. There was enough food to take some home. For dessert we shared the halwa and gulab jamon. All of this positive. I like the location on Brand, as I had lived and worked in Glendale and am very familiar with the main streets. If I come again, I am going to avoid the very confusing electronic metered head-in parking (it took 15 minutes of coins and cards over and over to even get a ticket to put in the dashboard -- frustrating and a waste of time). If you come, park on Louise -- there is always a free spot there in the late afternoon. What would I suggest to the owner to make this particular place meet the highest standards anywhere? The thali looks a little bare. There should be a better rice -- this may have been basmati but it just looks like boiled Uncle Ben's on the tray. The chai should be hotter -- they are generous with it, but keep it in a thermos so it does just become lukewarm by the end of the container. It is a bit on the high-priced side (but maybe that is everything nowadays -- can't fault them) so everything should be the very best it can be. I felt the masala dosa filling was also spare and dry. The sauces were good. The desserts were perfect. I liked All India, I want to love it next time.
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Mallory M.

Yelp
The best customer service in Glendale. We stayed at a nearby hotel and saw that this place was highly rated, which is true. The food was excellent and affordable and was seasoned perfectly. The restaurant itself is smaller, they have optional ground seating for a more traditional appeal but we chose a regular table. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to try Indian cuisine!!!
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Sarii J.

Yelp
If you're in the mood for Indian, look no further. Great service! Great food, convenient price range. Parking in back with back entrance too. Very cultural feel to it, they even have a few traditional floor seats, Bollywood music in the background. Now food!!! Highly recommend the pani puri shots, the butter chicken was fire especially with that garlic naan and safran rice. The samosas were not to my liking but my husband loved. It comes with two pieces pretty large in size. They have some alcohol, soft drinks and tea as well. Service was great, very personal and informative. Would definitely go back!!!
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Shelley D.

Yelp
I love this place. My husband and I went to India for our honeymoon and once a year we find an Indian restaurant. We love the Tandoori chicken, the chicken tikka masala, the garlic naan and of course the mango lassi. Service is fast and very friendly. We've sat down and done take out, and every year during Dine LA we always do a lunch take out.
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T H.

Yelp
The food at All India Cafe is consistently amazing! Every dish is packed with rich, authentic flavor. Portions are generous, and everything tastes homemade with real attention to detail. Easily the best Indian food spot in Glendale!
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Varand O.

Yelp
One of my fav spots for Indian food. It is probably a 4.5, and only goes down a notch because the consistency is not 100%. That might be a little unfair, but the service is so good and the people so nice it is impossible to say anything. Love to sit inside, outside you are removed from a lot of the elements and decorations. I visit every once in a while and it never disappoints.
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Alex D.

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Great Indian restaurant downtown Glendale. It's affordable, the food was great and the service was warm and efficient. Chicken tikka masala and butter chicken tasted very decent but identical to me. My wife and the waiter disagreed on the identical taste so I had to retreat and rest my case. I had Taj Mahal beer and wasnt a fan. The crunchy sphere things we had for appetizers were amazing!
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Juan G.

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Nice mural when you walk in, All India cafe has an Indian food lovers dream there chicken tikka Marsala was the best dish I've tried yet it's very authentic. The service was great they served me quick and fast we only waited about 5 minutes and our food was ready we ordered the fun for 2 royal feast combo, it came with plain naan but if you want you can upgrade to garlic naan which is way better but it was still really good. The ambience of Indian culture was amazing they have beautiful Indian painting in the background they have panjabi music playing that soothes your ears.

M K.

Yelp
Love the authentic food. Amazing! Loved Vada Pav, Sahi Paneer and Nirvana Tofu. Must try if you are in LA area

Emily T.

Yelp
This is the absolute best Indian food I have ever had! Every single thing I ordered was absolutely delicious! I have tried so many restaurants throughout southern CA and nothing compares. Huge portion for the price and amazing rich flavor! If you are looking to try a new Indian restaurant I 100% recommend coming here you will not be disappointed!

Lawrance A.

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Well, I was unfortunate to have a dinner in this restaurant couple of days ago be aware they double charge your bill or add extra fee to your bill. You need to review it before you sign it so what happened is the overcharge me? I talk to the owner his name is Samren and instead of admitting the mistake. He said I need 56 days to review it and get back to me. This place is ridiculous. Stay away and double check your receipt.
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Dawn A.

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This place did not do it for me. The tiki masala was pretty good. The malai kofta you can tell was just the balls with sauce poured over them vs them cooking in the sauce. Dry inside. Would not order biryani from here. Maybe their street food is better, but won't be a repeat for me to find out. They were very nice at pick up. Parking is a challenge.
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Mariam R.

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Delicious and fresh food. Everything was so good and felt like eating authentic Indian home cooked meals. My favorite is the Biryani but the place is always packed and everyone seems to enjoy this cute little spot!
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Olena V.

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I've been to this place many times and always had an excellent lunch :) It's never too crowded and the food comes out really fast. There's many options for vegetarians and I love how rich and full of spices the meals always are.
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Ashwini A.

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SERVICE - located near a section of restaurants and shops off of the main road - metered street parking in front - plenty of indoor and outdoor seating - servers come to table relatively quickly - food served when it is all ready - ambiance good for semi casual lunch or dinner MENU - variety of Indian appetizers and entrees - vegan and gluten free options - average price ($15 per entree) FOOD - kabuli cholay (5/10): spicy chickpea and tomato curry. This is a staple dish in most Indian restaurants and is a safe option for vegans. The portion is good for one person when ordering a side of rice or bread. The chickpeas were cooked and soft however the gravy was very runny. There could have been more spice and flavor. - saag tofu (6/10): puréed spinach with soft tofu chunks. I appreciated having a vegan version of the classic saag paneer. The spinach was very fresh but also could have used more spices. I would have liked more tofu cubes as there were about 5 small pieces in the entire dish. - onion naan (8/10): grilled yeasted flatbread stuffed with sautéed onions. I had not seen onion naan in many menus so wanted to try this one. The texture is more similar to a paratha as it is crispy on the outside. The portion is quite large and is good to split between two people. There is not a pungent onion flavor but rather a slight sweetness from the caramelization. - garlic naan (8/10): fluffy yeasted flatbread topped with minced garlic and cilantro. This is also a staple in any Indian restaurant and pairs well with any creamy dish. It was soft and good for soaking up the flavors of the chole. WOULD I GO BACK? If you are looking for reasonably priced and reliable Indian food, this is a great option.
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Alex R.

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We were originally going to go somewhere else nearby but decided to pop in here instead. Glad we did. We ordered Fish Tikka, Masala Sauce, Saffron Rice, Garlic Naan, Uttapam, and Paneer Jalfrezi. The fish tikka was perfectly grilled and seasoned, so it didn't need any sauce but the masala sauce managed to add something nonetheless. And I feel like this is a high compliment to the fish, as I spent last week on the Yucatán peninsula eating fish with almost every meal. This stacks up to every fish dish we had there. The paneer jalfrezi was also very well prepared with a great spice profile and really good veggies that blended in with the spices overall. Everyone inside was super friendly and helpful, it had a strong familial vibe despite us being first timers.
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Katie M.

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All India is my go-to Indian restaurant in Los Angeles. I love it! The food is always delicious, there is a wealth of vegan options, and the staff is some of the kindest I've ever encountered. Not to mention, they have these fun "lounge tables" where I can sit in my favorite position: criss cross applesauce. I can't believe I haven't written a review for this spot before, considering it is one of my favorite restaurants in the area. The new street food options rock the house. The tofu jalfrezi is out of my dreams. The samosas are worth writing home about. If you're looking for Indian food in your area, All India cannot be beat.
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Chloe M.

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So delicious and amazing hospitality! Ordered the butter chicken and chicken tikka masala. Both were so comforting and hit the spot. Loved the decor and calm atmosphere of the restaurant. Plus, the manager was an absolute delight! So kind and hospitable. Absolutely will be coming back!
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Cynthia W.

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Came here on a whim after going to the Brand library. We got the 2 person veggie combo, and it's absolutely fantastic. They also have a dessert deal if you check in. Our server, Sonia, was friendly and efficient, the inside itself was bustling, but still intimate and low-lighting. Overall, a fantastic experience.
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Its M.

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The best thing here was the samosas. I'll give them 5 stars! Everything else was blah. My date and I wanted Indian food and started looking for a place that was a halfway point for both of us. Came across AIC, reviews were good, so we decided to meet here on a Thursday afternoon at 12pm. I usually stick with butter chicken bec it's my favorite Indian dish, but I decided to try something different. I went with the fish. I didn't think to ask what kind of fish until after I got my plate it didn't matter anyway because she couldn't tell me. When I asked the waitress, she had no idea. I believe it was white fish atleast I hope it was...Lol Fish was bland even in the sauce. Rice was bland. The lentils were decent and the naan was great but I LOVE bread soooo take that how you want to. Anyhoo I definitely wouldn't go back.

Cheryl F.

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Had a really delicious dinner with my family here last night. We ordered the masala dosa, malai paneer tikka, lamb korma, aloo gobi, butter chicken, saffron rice, chai tea, and mango lassis. We really appreciated all the gluten free options on the menu. The waitress was very friendly. Service was nice and quick. All the food was perfect. I hope to return soon!
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Stephen P.

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3.5 Stars We ordered a few dishes and enjoyed our meal - it wasn't spicy so the kids got to try some of the food. Overall I found the curries on the sweeter side: shrimp biriyani, saag paneer and the tikka masala thali were sweeter than expected. We enjoyed the masala dosa. Chicken jalfrezi was ok. The decor and floor seating was nice, although we recommend a sitting at a regular table if you want to give your knees a break.
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kim l.

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Just went there for lunch and it's so yummy and flavorful! It was very cute and the staff is very attentive and kind! Inside looked super cute nice for a lunch date and eating outside is nice too! Highly recommend this spot if you want good taste and service! New favorite Indian spot!
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Vanessa T.

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I was craving Indian food and stumbled upon this restaurant so decided to give it a try. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala Lunch and it was delicious! Friendly staff, and the service was great. The place was nice and clean too. I will definitely return and bring friends next time!
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Demi N.

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I'm a new lover of Indian food, which I've been missing out on for a very long time, but I was looking for an Indian spot while in the area and I came across this gem! I ordered to-go, so I didn't get the dining experience, but the service and hospitality was great! I ordered the chicken tiki masala, garlic naan and samosas....when I say RUN, I mean it! They don't play when it comes to FLAVOR! Do yourself a favor and when your in the Glendale area, check them out!