Arth Bar & Kitchen - Indian Restaurant in Culver City

Artha Indian Kitchen is a solid choice if you’re in Culver City and craving Indian food in a casual setting—but let’s set expectations. The vibe is more lounge-meets-sports-bar than traditional Indian restaurant, with big screens overhead and a modern, somewhat eclectic interior. If you’re here for authenticity, this isn’t your North or South Indian grandmother’s kitchen—but it does have its moments. The food ranges from decent to very good. The garlic naan was fresh and buttery, but not particularly memorable. The tikka masala leaned a little sweet and tame for my taste, missing some of that classic depth and heat. But the saag chicken? That was the star—perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and one of the better versions I’ve had recently. Portions were generous, plating was sharp, and everything came out hot. Service was attentive and professional throughout. The staff made good recommendations and checked in without hovering—always appreciated. If you’re after a relaxed night out with Indian-inspired dishes, cocktails, and maybe a Lakers game in the background, Artha fits the bill. Just don’t come expecting a pilgrimage-worthy spice experience. Four stars for effort, service, and that saag chicken.

Came in party of 5. waiter is great. Butter chicken good. But all of us got food poisoned. Would come again for stomach and diarrhea. 4 star because diarrhea only came immediately for one of us. Wished to clean my stomach quicker.

I have been to Arth many times over the last couple of years, and it remains my go-to for Indian food in the LA area! From brunch to a heated patio to private events, this location offers so much in the heart of walkable downtown Culver City. Their menu expertly combines traditional Indian cuisine with modern fusion dishes. Their butter chicken, spinach and paneer kofta, dal makhmali, and burnt raita are particularly exquisite and taste just like home while being innovative and delicious. I also particularly appreciate their vegan butter chicken and other vegetarian options for my family and friends with dietary restrictions. The servers are always kind and attentive, and the bar is fully stocked with plenty of Desi-inspired cocktails that are as tasty as the food. There is also a nearby public parking structure on Watseka that makes it easy to get to the restaurant. I highly recommend Arth for your next outing!

I usually forget that this place is here. Even if walking by, it doesn’t really draw my attention. They were part of the Downtown Business Summertime “crawl” and I promised myself that I would remember to go in. I finally had a chance, and I am excited to say that this is my new fav Indian place in the area. And it’s walking distance from my office. The food didn’t have too huge of a heat/spice, but just enough for a Mango Lassi to cool. I loved the chicken bites. The butter chicken/tikka sauce was a bit more tomato based than I’m used too, but the flavors were intense. The tikka tacos were kind of insanely good. The garlic naan is perfect, and I could definitely eat more than what came with the lunch special. The paneer chili appetizer was unique. I think I would try it with the chicken next time. Overall, I’ll definitely be back!

Arth Bar & Kitchen in Culver City is our go-to spot for authentic Indian cuisine. We recently went for brunch and enjoyed the Bombay Pav Bhaji, Hakka Noodles in Chili Garlic Sauce, and Masala Omelet. The Bombay Pav Bhaji was perfectly spiced, with soft, toasted pav buns. I especially ove the taste of Khada Masala used in the bhaji! The Hakka Noodles had a great balance of heat and garlic, making it a standout dish. The Masala Omelet was fluffy and well-seasoned, paired nicely with a fresh salad. It made us remember "maa ke haath ka khana" The ambiance is warm and inviting, and the staff is friendly and attentive. I love that they have a huge patio section so one can enjoy their meals comfortably with their dog :)) For anyone craving genuine Indian flavors, Arth Bar & Kitchen is a must-visit. We'll definitely be back!

Excellent food and service! I have eaten at many Indian restaurants as my husband is Indian and I typically do not like goat. We ordered goat curry and I absolutely loved it I kept taking it from my husbands plate. They definitely marinated it well as it was very soft and fell apart easily/ tender and not chewy at all!! We ordered butter chicken as well and it was very delicious! Both dishes bahut accha hai!! Mujhie pasand pai! Drinks were great as well! I ordered the margarita and it was spicy/tangy. Naan was fresh, and fantastic they must have a tandoor here! We will be coming back!

This is my favorite go to place. There is a good amount of options for both vegetarian and non vegetarian dishes. Food portions are enough to fill two people. Try Mango Lassi with whipped cream and chicken tikka kebab. Vegetarians can enjoy Paneer Shashlik.

Nice eatery in downtown Culver City with a casual ambiance, and interesting Indian food. The menu is mostly North Indian influenced with typical meat, fish, lentil, and vegetable options. We had the crispy cauliflower and avocado bhel, which were plenty to share between seven people. We also shared the chana masala, apricot kofta, the tandoori salmon, baingan bharta, rice and naan. The food was tasty, well spiced (not hot) and adequate. With just that much food, we struggled to clean our plates! Next time we will definitely plan to come with a bigger appetite.

Too tasty. I don't typically eat fusion food, but this was extremely well done. If you're looking for good Indian fusion food, this is definitely the spot. On a Monday night we were seated very quickly and our food came out very soon after we ordered. It's on the louder side for sure, but not impossible to have a conversation. They also have outdoor seating which definitely looked quieter!

Fusion Indian food We came at brunch time and they had a special but limited brunch menu. Friend ordered the chicken and waffles and seemed to enjoy it. I got the hakkah noodles and it was spicy and seasoned well. I originally wanted a saag paneer but they don't offer that at brunch. The sexier fries were tasty and good for sharing. The tamarind mocktail was pretty good and a unique mix of spices around the rim. Highly recommend getting a few plates and doing family style so people can try a bit of everything.

I have been meaning to leave this review for so long, let's get into it. Firstly this is located in downtown culver where all the hype is. Beautiful patio seating or if you want a more intimate time, indoors is fine as well. Patio is dog friendly but front patio can feel a little tighter. There is a side patio as well. I've sat at the bar a few times and that is also really nice, you get to see all their handcrafted cocktails and service is just as nice at the bar. The butter chicken is my absolute favorite I recommending two servings because you will want to be very selfish with the dish, truly amazing! It is safe to say I've tried almost everything on the menu. They do offer vegetarian options and their paneer is so savory. Their homestyle curry is my boyfriend's favorite with a hint of spice which is perfect, wish it had more meat but regardless it is delicious. The chicken tikka was a bit spicy but very flavorful I highly recommend if you have a craving for spice. Cumin cilantro rice was very tasty, I mixed it in with their plain rice as well. Chana Masala, so good! Wish it was bigger but I think it a fair portion to add alongside other mains. Sexy fries appetizer is always a go to, must eat fast unless you like soggy fries. The daal has a slight undertone of spice but nothing too crazy, kids can enjoy this as well with some naan and rice. If you have picky little ones there is an appetizer on the menu that mimics chicken nuggets, I do enjoy these as well. Service is always phenomenal, as I come regularly I always inquire a table serviced by Emilio there as he has never failed to give excellent service, I have been sat with other servers and they're all very great! Hostess is always kind and is very welcoming to all. Owner is so kind as well, very professional, friendly and is very hands on in his business. I have no complaints ever about this restaurant, I simply cannot wait to return.

Food tasted like proper Indian cuisine for its items, nice fusion too- I'm a strict vegetarian so I didn't order an fried items (as there's cross contamination with the oil) but the servers were caring and wonderful. Wanted to give a shoutout to server Emiliano and the team. I hope upper management can acknowledge them in some way! Sweet, kind, caring- it made me want to come back again :) The pay bhaji was tasty, laccha paratha was excellent, garlic raita, veggie biryani, chutney etc were great. Rasmalai (didn't like the mango flavor- tasted like concentrate version) but food I enjoyed and my detox drink. Nice vibe inside too.

Fantastic restaurant with amazing service. Being Indian I also want to enjoy the spice level and oh man their spicy is actually spicy. Food is absolutely delicious and the owner came by personally to thank us for coming. Its also a classy ambiance which I appreciate in the middle of culver. Happy hour is solid!

Modern Indian cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Some interesting cocktails (both alcoholic and alcohol-free). For example, the tamarind refresher is delicious. The selection of beers is limited but the Harland hazy IPA I tried was a great accompaniment to the food. Most of the plates are great for sharing so it's better to under- than over-order. With how fast their kitchen is, you can always add more items. The avocado bhelpuri was presented as a towering volcano-like creation on the plate. It took some deftness to dig into it without spilling the food all over! The dish was delicious and was easily shared by 7 people (along with other appetizers). Plan to share and you won't be disappointed.

I have been here a couple of times now and I love it. Great quality food with a relaxing atmosphere, and a great location. This restaurant located in downtown Culver City, is rather unassuming from the outside but has a chill interior and great patio space. The staff is always very friendly and attentive with anything you need. I get rather basic dishes generally but I feel that their quality sets it apart. The sauce is excellent with their dishes and naan is not too dry and has a nice fluff. I additionally strongly recommend some samosas for a starter. The perfect place to grab dinner while walking around Culver City!

Arth Bar and Kitchen, in Culver City, is billed as an Asian Fusion, Indian Restaurant. When we got there, the menu is clearly Indian only, probably needs a reclassification on the Yelp page (in the interest of accuracy). Anyway, this did not deter us from enjoying the elegant decor and inside seating area, before ordering lunch. The first dish was the Shrimp Moilee (Coconut milk, Tumeric). It came out well presented with nice optics. The curry was thick, silky and with a satisfying flavor that was not overpowering. The six shrimp were cooked perfectly and delivered a fresh and fragrant bite. The second entree was the Signature Butter Chicken. Also well arranged, good color depth, with a distinct aromatic flavor. Basmati rice and Garlic Naan were the accompaniments. Culver City does have nice restaurants, but traffic in the restaurant area is always in gridlock. While it is frustrating to get in and out of the area, I still get attracted to its dining establishments and when I can drum up the drive (and patience), you will find me there.

Good indian food. We ordered briyani and lamb curry. They were both delicious. If one wants good indian food, this place is the one to go

This location used to be my favorite spot - Ford's Filling Station - and this part of Culver City has changed a lot since then. With so many restaurants opening/closing nearby we waited a long time but Arth seems to have created a home for itself. We were up for some Indian/fusion and had no issue getting a reservation last minute for a Saturday night. Always prefer to sit at the bar and we had drinks (Harlan hazy is a SUPER good beer). Menu was pretty easy to understand being fans of Indian food. Samosas - usually these can be pretty dense but at Arth they were much lighter with two sauces (spicy/sweet) that were perfect and could have used a little bit more. Saag Paneer and garlic naan were both really good as you can eat that naan all night... The pistachio lamb chops were good but unimpressive as I had seen other reviewers post much better looking versions. It tasted good but you do eat with your eyes first and they didn't look great. Service was quick and friendly and we'll definitely come back - If you are not familiar with the area, the traffic and parking can be tough since the whole downtown Culver City area has been a mess since COVID.

I think this is my new favorite Indian spot in Culver City. Consistently delicious and service is always prompt and thoughtful. I've been loving the apricot dish at a level 4 spicy. The naan is really good too. Their happy hour is definitely worth a try, as you can get samosas for just $4. Sit at the bar and Trent will hook you up with attentive service and good vibes.

Came here on a Saturday night. The place was decently filled with enough room available for walk-ins. The decor was modern looking. Crispy Cauliflower Bites - Delicious! The breading was seasoned so perfectly and actually crispy! The sauce it came with added a good varying flavor profile. Paneer Tikka Masala - Wow. The curry was so flavorful and creamy! The paneer was extremely soft too. I almost mistaked it for tofu! I honestly couldn't get enough of this dish. Basmati Rice - Tasted exactly what you'd expect from eating basmati rice. Garlic Naan - It's 1 piece of average sized naan cut into 4. I wish it was bigger, especially since the waiter said it was good for 1 or 2 people - 1 if you really like naan. But it was so little for even just 1 person. Tasted great, I just wish they offered a bigger serving size and/or were more accurate with their portion recommendations. Wine - I can't remember the name of the white wine we got but they charged us a little over 40 dollars for this bottle. After our meal, we were curious to see what the up charge was and came to find out they sold us an 11 dollar bottle for over 40 bucks. Bad on us, but also bad on them! Food was super tasty; everything happening in the kitchen was superb!! My only true gripe with this place was the extremely expensive wine bottle for such poor wine quality. I know it's a business, but that up charge just felt wrong. I'm still giving 4 stars because the kitchen should not be punished.

Came here on a Saturday night for dinner and drinks. Started off with the masala papad chaat and classic samosas. The papad chaat is basically like an Indian spin of chips and pico de gallo, except the chips are in cone form with the pico stuffed inside. It was okay. Samosas were also fine but not impressive. The entrees are where things really got good. Butter chicken was savory and delicious. Same for the chicken curry. The naan was fluffy and light. Four pieces for $5 was plenty. For drinks, I got the Mira meets Pedro, which is a margarita made with mezcal and tequila. It took some getting used to, but I found it refreshing. Service was very friendly and attentive. Restrooms are clean. And there's a public parking garage near the restaurant.

Loved the goat curry! Would skip the paratha (not enough) and just get roti. We also had fun trying a bunch of the fruit forward cocktails, my favorite was the lychee martini. Ambiance was fun and modern, we did lounge with drinks after our meal.

Awesome food and drinks. Butter chicken and Tandoori salmon were delicious. Service was amazing. Music and ambiance are good, too. Our server was Kasha, she is amazing, she was making sure that we were getting the food/drinks on time and she was attending us after every 15 min to make sure that we are not waiting for the food. I would recommend visiting this restaurant near Los Angeles.

We were at a spot nearby in Culver for drinks and went on the hunt for dinner. We actually had planned on going to a Mediterranean place for dinner, but walked the wrong way. Lucky for us, we got close to Arth and the smell alone drew all 4 of us in. Seriously smelled delicious outside. We were seated right away in the patio area and our server was very pleasant. We shared a few dishes and they were all honestly awesome. We started with an appetizer of Sexy Fries cause the name alone made us laugh and the chutney on top was great. We then shared a few dishes - butter chicken (amazing, tender) and 2 other dishes I'm honestly forgetting now, but all were very tasty and high quality. We also got two orders of the garlic naan which hit the spot. Seriously delicious Indian meal if you're in the area. Great quality and flavors.

Solid Indian restaurant. The outdoor covered patio was a bit cold and they had a makeshift outdoor area on the side of the restaurant which wasn't ambient. However, after a few requests, we were able to get seated in the main restaurant area, which is really nice (although a bit dark). The food was overall very tasty. The malai kofta was quite good. Bhel puri could have been more flavorful. Naans were cooked well. Good selection of drinks. Will likely be back!

I had the chicken bites with a sauce for an appetizer and the pork chops with pistachio sauce with the cumin cilantro rice. The waitress was wonderful and explained the dishes well. The service was quick and the food was hot and fresh. We ate outside on a beautiful night in Culver City. I recommend this place for next trip to Culver City.

Our new favorite Indian restaurant in Los Angeles area! We've been several times now and each time better than the last. Nice to have an upscale but unfussy choice for Indian. Staff is attentive, knowledgeable, welcoming, and helpful. The Avocado Bhel is the stand-out. My favorite dish on the menu. I will get this EVERY time. A share-for-the-table appetizer. Fish Moilee is a close second. Garlic Naan is top notch. Bombay Pau Bhaji is not as great as the other dishes, I will pass on this next time. Butter Chicken is fabulous. Nutty Eggplant is very tasty but too little eggplant for the price. Love that the patios are dog-friendly.

Trendy Indian spot in Culver. Came here with a friend for her birthday and we went to town on ordering different bites. Indoor and heated outdoor seating available. We ordered the samosas (2 very large ones come in an order), lamb truffle seekh kebab, butter chicken, saffron rice (rice isn't included in the dishes), garlic naan, and eggplant masala. We had leftovers for the following day which kept well. The lamb truffle had an interesting flavor but was a bit dry. The garlic naan comes in 2 pieces cut in half, and went well with the butter chicken. I liked the green sauce that came on the side of the samosas a lot. The eggplant masala had some surprising heat that crept up on us and is a good vegetarian option. This place is pricier than your typical mom and pop Indian spot but has a cooler vibe. Overall, a solid choice if you're craving Indian food but want a hipper ambiance.

We came here on a Wednesday and were seated right away. The restaurant wasn't busy at all. We ordered: - Masala papad chaat: this was okay, you can make this at home - Tikka paneer tacos: these were delish, I would order these again!! - Apricot kofta: this was so unexpectedly good! It wasn't super sweet from the apricots at all and the balance of flavors was just right - Vegan 'butter chicken': the flavor of the gravy was really good (this does taste best at the restaurant itself rather than taking it home for leftovers the next day) The service was great! We asked for the dishes to be spicy and they definitely delivered. Parking: there's street parking and a parking garage right behind Arth on Watseka Ave.

Added an extra star because the server was absolutely incredible and went above and beyond! Sadly, the food did not match his exceptional service. We started with the old munk wings, the presentation would make you think they tasted just as great but sadly it was so salty you couldn't taste anything else but the salt. It was hard to eat. The stuffed mushroom caps were overly cooked, very soggy and the stuffing didn't mesh with the mushroom. They were just an odd pair. The pistachio lamb chops were over cooked and dry. Which is unfortunate because I hate to see lamb chops go to waste. The dessert was the best part. They mastered that area. Please get the Gulab Jamun and the Mango Chambord Kulfi. It turned the meal around!

The Butter Paneer Masala (AKA Tikka Masala) was some of the best I've had. The curry was thick, and the flavor was amazing. The paneer inside wasn't my favorite, though. Also, I'm always disappointed when dishes that are not meant to be eaten on their own don't come with rice or naan; it's just a la carte. Like, who's going to eat curry with just a spoon, as if its soup?? I feel like it's just another way to overcharge you. The Paneer Tikka tacos looks amazing, but were below average. The seasoning on top was great, but the paneer in the center was so bland. Pass on that one. The naan was good, extra yummy if you are dipping it into your masala. The service was great, my server was attentive and friendly. The restaurant is very modern and aesthetic, which is such a nice change from typical Indian restaurants. There is a parking structure right around the corner that gives you the first 90min free. Otherwise, good luck with street parking.

As an Indian myself, I can vouch for Arth Bar and Kitchen being a restaurant where they make really good and authentic Indian food. I haven't explored their full menu but I did come here on a late Friday night to check out their Late Happy Hour menu (Friday-Saturday 10pm-12am). It did not disappoint. I ordered a Moksha Express as my cocktail of choice. Was told it was a new drink on the menu and it had a sweet pineapple taste to it. In my opinion, I loved the drink but the drink itself could've used a little bit more sweetener. I thought it was a little too sour for my taste. Maybe more pineapple juice or simple syrup could've been added. Even mango juice would've bumped up the drink another level. As for my appetizers, I ordered samosas, Chicken Tikki Tacos, and Chicken bites. The samosas were delicious. It reminded me of the samosas my grandmother used to make. Very flaky and crispy crust and a buttery and spice filled potato filling. The Chicken Tikki Tacos were my absolute favorite. It was a regular chicken tikka masala dish repurposed into a taco. I think all Indian restaurants should serve this as apart of their late night happy hour menu. Very tasty and so filling. The masala level was perfect in this dish. The only thing I would add is a side of hari mirch (green chilies). The Chicken bites were also very tasty. This reminded me of the way my father makes chicken pakoras. You taste the garlic and spices in each bite and it comes with green chutney. Perfect appetizer paired with any drinks. The staff is super cool and very friendly. I like the fact they hold Bollywood events here because it's so hard to find any Indian events in Culver City. If you want to find out about the events, you can look it up on their web site or the social media pages. I will be returning back here to try more dishes on their full menu and possibly tend a Bollywood event. 5/5 for me. :)

Been here twice before, recommended to a friend for our dinner this week and was sadly disappointed. Ordered the wings, Paneer Tikka and Butter Naan. Both the wings and Tikka came out lukewarm, chicken was cold inside. 2nd round of naan took so long by then the Tikka was cold. Service overall was slow. Bummed I recommended this place for dinner. Luckily cocktails were still good.

I cant wait to go back and try more food items and cocktails. The decor and ambience is so great. I'm a sauce and condiment fan so I do wish I had been given a bit more wit that with the dishes. Either way - my lunch was a hit ! Thanks you Arth.

This may be a late one BUT I hope this bartender was at some point after the recording of LA Basketball Wives episode was filmed. Absolutely disgusting! Please do a daily manicure/hygiene check on all of your bartenders, service and cooks but absolutely ​everyone that is touching either drinks or food in that business.

BROWN DULL DECOR- Come on guys This place is great. I don't love Indian food, but I love this place. The food is great, the bartenders and waiters are fun and knowledgable--- fantastic happy hour. BUT the decor... brown on top of brown on top of black = DULL and PASSABLE. The colors of the food are the only exciting colors in the restaurant. The thing you MUST DO FIRST is tile that host stand! Right now, it looks like a host stand to a Waffle House in the mid American plains. I think it would literally cost $200 bucks. Next, put some color out on that deck to draw people in. Contemporary Indian drapes would work wonders. Yes, you may have to take them down at night as to not be stollen ( an entire five minutes) but it would turn people's heads enough to notice the place. Club lighting at night would be smart. When you think of Indian fusion- you don't think of brown and black and brown. I can imagine so may people who would love Arth passing it by simply because nothing catches their attention --- except for a bad particle board host stand.

I visited this spot almost two years ago and I still think about the meal. I was daydreaming about food today and Arth crossed my mind and I realized I had never posted my review! Probably because was too busy evangelizing IRL to anyone who would listen. Anywho, here's my take. Wow is all I can say. The food here was SO GOOD! We drove into the city for the day while visiting Palm Springs for my birthday and were pretty stuck on where to have dinner (it was a go with the flow day and these days most places require reservations). After some intense searching we came across Arth. I'm a big fan of Indian food and they had slots open, so I was down to give it a shot. Y'all. I can't imagine having chosen anywhere else. This was quite literally one of the most delicious meals I had while on this trip. Everything was prepared well, the ingredients were fresh, the flavors were perfection. I really don't know how this meal could have been better. We had the sexy fries, wings, shrimp, naan as shareables, and I got the sea bass as my entree. Everything was a hit. I was a little skeptical of the fries, which is rare for me because I'm absolutely a fry girly, but they were crispy, well seasoned and the house sauce was delicious. The sea bass was fantastic and it was likely the slowest I've ever eaten anything because I didn't want the experience to be over. It was flawless and I was tempted to lick the plate. The atmosphere is kinda upscale, but not so much so that you couldn't come for a casual dinner. They have a well stocked bar and the cocktails were on point. I had dreams about this food for a few weeks after. Definitely check it out if you're in the area.

Wow what an amazing experience...we visited this place to celebrate my husband's birthday and it's probably one of the best Indian food I have had in Los Angeles. The cocktails were top notch and all the items were extremely delicious and flavorful. Special mention to the pistachio lamb chop, amritari fish tikka and the goat curry. Service was amazing and our hostess was very friendly and hospitable. Would definitely recommend and a must visit.

Ambiance: stylish and modern bar restaurant, changing lights decoration, narrow table and dim light Service: server was lack of knowledge about their menu items, and lack of hospitality, it took so long to get water refilled Food & Drink: plenty choices from their menu, fusion style Indian food, bold taste Chicken Chili - ** Sweet and sour wok tossed chicken pieces, approximately just like orange chicken Paneer Shashlik - **** Over-baked pancer, tomato, onion, bell pepper, cheese texture like firm tofu, recommend Goat Curry - *** Tender goat meat pieces bone-in, flavorful spiced curry, overly spicy and salty curry sauce, terrible goat meat quality, rubbery texture Butter Naan - *** average Battlesnakes Pils Pilsner - *** Brewery X, 5.2% ABV, average Price: small to medium portions and overpriced for its quality, expect $35+ per person

Came for brunch a few weekends ago and ended up having a fun time! Arth's menu is very fusion-y which I thought that was pretty interesting, for example, they have butter chicken sliders with fries! I ordered the Delhi Chaat (deconstructed samosas with various chutneys) and the Dal Tadka (lentil soup). We also got garlic naan for the table. My favorite dish was the lentil soup, it was so flavorful and warming. The spice level was just right, and the garlic naan paired perfectly with it! It was so warm and comforting. The Delhi Chaat was also a hit with my party. I thought that the tamarind chutney was a bit too tart, but everything else meshed really well together. I loved how flaky the samosas were and even got to take home leftovers. This was definitely a different type of Indian food, but overall I thought it was pretty good. Nice service and ambiance as well!

Came here for the Bollywood brunch and I will say that the food is alright but the drinks and the fun make it worth coming! We did arrive towards the end of the brunch but by then most of the food needed to be restocked. They eventually did and I will say the chicken dishes are good and the Dahi puri is average but you can skip the Manchurian and the pancakes were definitely made from a box mix. Come for the music and the drinks but the food is really alright.

This place was really good! I was a little doubtful, I must admit, not sure why, but I really enjoyed the food. We got there about 6:30 on a Saturday which was perfect timing, not crowded at all. We order the Saag paneer and the Eggplant. Both were really tasty, the eggplant was my fav. It had a nice amount of heat. The naan wasn't great but good enough. I like a thicker consistency. We ordered 2 orders of jasmine rice which was more than we needed. The service was very good. The ambiance inside is attractive but we opted for outside cos, you know, California. Overall, I would definitely go back.

Good ambience, attentive staff - our food took a hit longer than expected despite not many people at the restaurant but it ended up being okay. I went here with my friends who did a small secret Santa event and I would say it was a good time. I especially liked the sexier fries (didn't know what I was expecting). The curry we ordered was good and very well-seasoned. Next time I hope I can try all of their breads since their naan was pretty good.

100% Perfect. I love Indian food for everything that they are.... the culmination of 1000s of years of cooking, mixing spices and good nutrition. In fact, if I had grown up just eating indian food and nothing else I'm sure I would be a healthier person as a result. This restaurant has the perfect everything. Excellent Decor (upscale) Ease of Use Easy Parking (across street in a garage) Excellent Taste Nice Servers Happy Bartenders Moderate Price I really can't find fault in anything. This restaurant is upscale and comfortable at the same time. I feel like I can dress up or wear jeans and still be able to eat my lamb vindaloo in style. This restaurant is definitely going to be on my hot list of the top 30 restaurants I will go to in LA on a regular basis.

I think this might be closer to 3 or 3.5 stars, but I'm going to err on the side of 4 because of the following: - It was easy to get in on a busy Wednesday evening. - Parking was a cinch. - All of our servers were knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. - The food was good. Not in any way wildly good, but good. And satisfying. - Prices were reasonable. So I'm not already planning my return, nor am I thinking about the food today, but I know that Arth is there as an option. And sometimes, good enough is good enough.

Came here for dinner with friends and the ambiance is nice. The food is good too for Indian food in Culver City. I don't know if I'd say it's the best Indian food I've ever had but if I am craving it and don't want to go too far away, this is perfect! The cocktails are pretty good (and strong) too! Service was great as well! The staff is friendly and they pay good attention to their customers.

Went to Arth for dinner - we had made a reservation weeks ago (we were there with out of towners!) and when we checked we had to wait for a couple of minutes. Was surprised that we were finally seated at a table all the way in the back (in their covered seated area) - I understand that covered seating isa thing, but this was dingy, dark and all the way in the back of the corridor. When we requested something more indoors, we were refused saying that multiple tables were requested by prior parties (felt like each one I pointed at was requested) - if I had known that I needed to request specific indoor tables in my reservation, I would have done so but did not realize/was not given that option. We had indicated that we wanted to be indoors in our reservation but didn't realize a new level of specificity is needed. Eventually, the server was kind enough to make a makeshift table of sorts in the middle of the restaurant. For food, we got the spicy avocado bhel, the eggplant curry, the kofta curry, naan, and a dal makhani. My ratings are as follows: - Avocado Bhel - 5/10 - pretty dry - way too much bhel and not much flavor/chutneys - would skip this - Eggplant Curry - 7.5/10 - this was nice and tangy - went really well with the naan, nothing super special about it - Spinach and Paneer Kofta Curry - 8.5/10 - this was awesome but they were really really stingy with the kofta balls (they cut the balls in half, so in total there were 2 balls) - would expect more from a high end indian restaurant - Dal Makhani - 7/10 - nothing amazing, this was a standard creamy dhal makhani - Naans - 5/10 - Naans were nothing to write home about - they actually burnt our naans and when we asked for it to be remade they refused - Side of onion, pickles, and chili are charged for - they were nothing special Overall, the restaurant is nicely decorated, the food is decent, but the service needs improvement. Thinking about whether or not I should visit this place again with visitors!

This place beat expectations! We ended up needing to get 3 orders of naan (wish each order came with more). Don't waste the extra couple dollars on the truffle one, you can't taste it. The menu is huge and would love to come back to try more! Butter Chicken 10/10 Unreal! The taste of the sauce was so good but also the chicken was so juicy and flavorful. My favorite of the night. Shrimp Moilee 10/10 I love a green coconut curry and this is no exception. Definitely recommend this! Lamb Kosha 8/10 Wish this was spicer Curry Fries 5/10 Don't recommend this Burnt Garlic Raita 7/10 This was good but not much to eat it with

Goat curry had only have black paper spice. Very bad experience . taste only black paper No meat taste or nothing else......

Love it here so much! Must try the tikka tacos, chicken korma and the chili cheese naan. Literally my favorite Indian restaurant. The bartender (Kevin) and owner (mihir) are super sweet and fun and the drinks will make you forget how good the food is. Local gem and great staff Shout out to Arpita and Canaan

Great place for Indian food! Everything was delicious, especially their signature butter chicken. I wish it came with more though! The naan was light and crispy. Nothing to write home about the kebab. I'd come back here just for a quick Indian fix. Service was alright too. Interior was nice and warm. I opted to sit outside since it was a nice night in downtown.

That food was delicious. The service was impeccable. My friend and I ordered many things to share and taste. Everything was delicious.

Came here on a Saturday to have lunch with a friend. We loved the indoor ambiance but decided to sit outside to capture better looking photos. After, you need good lightening to post on IG! I'd recommend sitting inside if you're on a date. It's better ambience and dim lighting. Everything we tried here was quite delicious. Don't expect authentic Indian flavors but rather think of it as Indian influence. It was still good and I'm giving them 5 stars based on their creativity of putting just enough Indian flavors with a nice American touch. And I'm not mad about it! Usually when I go to an ethnic restaurant, I expect the food to be authentic. However, the chef did a really good job on making sure that he won't be offending even the Indian grandmothers straight from India. Come here with an open mind and appreciate how the chef brought out so much good flavors without making it taste so complex. Parking is easy but there will be some walking involved since you'll be coming here from public parking structure. Good vibes and great cocktails! Cheers!

I was very disappointed with last night's dinner. I've had cocktails here before, so I was very hopeful and hungry going into the experience.... but man, what a letdown. Here's what we had: APPS: Samosas (Great), Lentil Crackers (Strange. They are served in cones, and the spice (heat) was inconsistent), and the Cauliflower Bites (Meh, and waaay too breaded) and the Sexy Fries... which were fine. ENTREE'S Mixed Vegetable Curry (so spicy hot without any flavor - it was too hot to eat!!) Saag Paneer (Good) Fish Moilee (SO BLAND) Biryani (This is HUGE. You could order this as the starch for the table. Overall, everything was pretty bland and needed salt. The staff was friendly and, at first very attentive, but our server never asked if we had been there before or if we had any questions about the menu. It would have been nice for someone to describe how the food was meant to be enjoyed, i.e. shared(!) given the fact that it is an Indian restaurant... Lastly , let's talk about the decor...the restaurant is really cute and the ambiance is great... however, it would be nicer if the plants were living instead of fake. The bathroom is just off the kitchen, which I realize is challenging for anyone, but it would be really great if they could put some sort of partition between the door to the toilet and the kitchen. Also, the bathroom was very dirty and the toilet cleaning brush was out in plain view and bits of toilet paper and god knows what else all over it and there was some sort of leak on the floor. This is a really odd thing to say but someone (assuming owner/management) left to bag of shampoo and conditioner on the bar just in front of the kitchen....and it's sat there for the entire time we were having dinner... Maybe it's just me but I really don't want to think about hair soap while I'm eating dinner. I don't understand why it was left and it kind of distracted and took away from the ambience. It just seemed sloppy. Given the cost and the lack of enjoyment, I will not be coming back.... unless it's for JUST a drink, which was great!

DELICIOUS. We wanted to watch the football game & the bartender was super accommodating. We started with the mushrooms (so much flavor!), tried the vegan butter chicken (absolute fave, this is a must try), truffle garlic naan (really unique & tasty! Truffle wasn't overpowering), cumin cilantro rice, & the lobster. I love that the food is actually spicy & the ambience here is great. *they are open on Sundays, their website has accurate hours

Ordered the Bombay Pav Bhaji and Malai Chicken to eat and the Bangalore to Jalisco to drink! Both dishes I ate were SO yummy. Bombay Pav Bhaji- super flavorful red curry with buttered fluffy bread; I definitely recommend getting this although they need to add more bread for all the curry they give you! Malai Chicken- creamy white sauce chicken that was super tender and moist; it doesn't come with any bread or rice so make sure to order that on the side! Bangalore to Jalisco- ordered this because I like tart sweet drinks but the portion size for the drink is very small and not worth $16 in my opinion

I like the vegan options here. The vegan buttery chicken had an incredibly realistic consistency and the flavoring was fantastic. The cauliflower bites were also good and the eggplant dish we had was very tasty. Friendly service and conveniently next to the city parking garage. Will come back for sure