Kamal Palace

Considering the quality of the food, this is a proper diamond in the buffet rough for $17. Highly recommend if you're a fan of Indian cuisine. The flavors are very modestly muted for the American palette but is still packed full of spices and seasoned accordingly. Bonus for the waterfront seating that's available and the garlic naan they give at the beginning too.

We used to come here when we lived in Long Beach way before pandemic. Haven't visited for many years... This is one of very few Indian restaurants that still serve lunch buffet post pandemic. Everything was delicious! Fairly reasonable price considering everything has gone up so much in recent years. We enjoyed it and will go back again for sure.

This is an excellent place for a lunch buffet. For about 17$, the food was so good. Flavors were perfect. The spicy chicken was sooo good.. Service was friendly and appropriately attentive. Bathroom was clean. If you are in south Long Beach /north OC, and are craving Indian food, this is the place to go! The outside seating area has a great view of the water.

The place is a experience, clean, spacious and inviting with a great host at the door. Me and my family arrived and we’re immediately seated and we’re offered water while we decided our choices, the menu was extensive and held many enticing dishes. I settled on Karahi Paneer which was rich and filling, the samosas delicious, my brother had the bbq grill plate which so good and the lamb curry here flavorful. Overall a great meal shared around with a attentive host, will come here again.

The go to Indian restaurant for lunch buffet. The price is very reasonable and the food is good. They have a lamb dish, chicken tikka and butter chicken and several vegetable dishes. The paneer is fresh and warm, a perfect pairing with the food. Also they have a very nice view of the harbor if you are planning on relaxing your eyes.

Location is a little wierd to find (downstairs in the back) but worth the walk. The patio is of course a great outdoor setting but the dining room has its own attraction. The food was a mix for me. I usually start at the lowest level of heat at any new Indian restaurant, but this one was a little low even so. Still with maybe a medium heat this meal would have be great. I always suggest trying 2 of your staples and then something unique from the menu. I am normally pleasantly surprised. Really looking forward to the brunch reopening but until then I have a few dishes I would like to try. Cost is a little high for the amount so sampling is costly. Still we were not able to finish everything and enjoyed what we had. One other thing, the naan was not what I am used to. Not bad , just not the same as other versions I've had. Now to head there for dinner and see how that changes the experience.

Came here for the first time on a Sunday afternoon. We were seated by the window with a view of the boats in the marina. The location is nice! It's an all you can eat buffet for just under $11. The food was so delicious and we loved the way they seasoned their food with just the right amount of spiciness. Plenty of options for vegetarians. There was chicken dishes there, rice, daal, samosas, spinach, desserts, salad, and many more dishes. They also give you hot fresh naan. I will definitely come back!

This place is on PCH and a LITTLE hard to find. You can park by the AMC and walk down to find it. They had a very nice outdoor patio, super cozy and next to the water. The service was very good and they made sure that we always had a full glass etc. The curry was supperr delicious. At first, I thought the servings would not be enough… but it was ! We took home leftovers and they even gave us extra rice to take home! I would totally come again, and I heard they have a buffet? I would be down to try it again !

I think Kamal Palace is more known for their lunch buffet and being one of few Indian buffet options in Long Beach. Sure, Artesia isn't that much further from here so you could just hop there and go find multiple options, but sometimes I don't want to deal with figuring out where to go there and parking. Kamal Palace is easy to get to and easy to park. So we decided to actually eat ala carte because the SO and I were just craving Indian. We started with their Tofu Pakora, which was absolutely fantastic due to them using chickpea flour to fry it in, vs regular flour. This was a very smart idea and the whole thing was just a delight. We then ordered 3 entrees: Bhindi Masala, Garlic Sizzler Manchurian Veg, and Tofu Masala. The sizzler dish, to me, seemed like veggie pakora in a sauce. It was good, don't get me wrong, but it didn't quite hit like I thought it would. The tofu matar was solid and these guys really know how to cook tofu well. Most places that do tofu well understand that tofu needs to be able to absorb the flavors it's mixed with to really stand out. For me, the bhindi masala was amazing. At a different Indian spot in Torrance (I think it's Bombay Tandoori in Torrance off PCH, in a Best Western hotel I think), that was the first time I've had okra indian-style (there it was bhindi bharata) and I've been hooked. I think okra is a highly underrated vegetable and Kamal Palace did a fantastic job with it. I really want to say, just go here for the ala carte. It's quality is better than the buffet. It may not be as good of a "value" but the quality of their ala carte is solid.

I've wanted to come here for a while to try the lunch buffet. The restaurant is kind of hidden but signs from the front of the entrance of the building help guide you. Service was great! The tables are very nicely presented and they're quick to clear empty plates or ready to refill water. Naan is made to order so it may take some time but it comes out fresh and delicious. The buffet setup is smaller than what I expected but they had a nice variety of curry and meat as well as vegetarian options and salad/dessert bar. For $16.95, everyday, it's an excellent value! Personally, I felt the curries were on the mild side which is great for kids. The regular menu is very expansive with more spice level options it seems. The garbanzo bean curry was my favorite with the smoked or grilled chicken thighs. For dessert, the rice pudding is the perfect way to end the meal!

My husband and I visited their lunch buffet. Tucked into the marina, this spot definitely had an old-school vibe. You have to go on a mini adventure if you park on the Barnes & Noble side of the lot, across bridges and up and down stairs. There's plenty of signage to point you in the right direction, or just like follow your nose.  The lunch buffet had two standard-sized buffet tables with lots of staples and a couple of their specialties. Samosas and pakoras, daal, saag, biryani, chicken mahkni, vegetable jalfrezi, and.....chili chicken?  There's Indo-Chinese (and Nepalese) on this menu too.  The star of the show was definitely the chicken mahkni -- the chicken was super tender and the sauce was rich and spicy (but not in the too much heat kind of way). We're talking rich and spicy in the way that your fingertips get a little bit stained because the naan bread is a vehicle not a shield.  They brought out hot, fresh garlic naan by request. They made sure to keep our water glasses full. The food was very good for the price, though we did have minor overindulgence tummy aches later.

I went back to Kamal Palace for the lunch buffet. They finally brought back the buffet after the pandemic. The price was a little higher compared to pre-pandemic times, but they brought lamb back on the weekday buffet. Before the pandemic, lamb originally served at the weekday buffets. Then things changed. Lamb was only being served at weekend buffets for a slightly higher price. To my delight, lamb is back during the week. The buffet is not huge but they have several entrees and appetizers along with condiments, salads, fruit and dessert. A basket of freshly made naan is waiting at your table, when you get back. When you consider Kamal Palace buffet price, one trip to the buffet competes with a single serving entree plate at some other nice ambience eatery serving Asian food for lunch.

Kamal Palace just boosted my rating to 5 -stars! Our prior experiences at this restaurant were all buffet lunches. But tonight, we were craving Indian food for dinner and decided it was time to check out their menu offerings. The menu itself makes it really easy to order vegan since they are clearly marked. We started off with the Tofu Pakora which rocked my world! The crunch from the chickpea flour batter was so satisfying in both texture and flavor. There was also a bit of sauce sandwiched in between two pieces of tofu which added a bit more seasoning. This appetizer is a must-have for me! Upon first bite, I called this pakora my new favorite thing: https://bit.ly/44sgsz5 Veg Manchurian came with batter-fried cauliflower, carrot, and potato covered with a spicy-sweet saucy sauce. This came out sizzling hot on a bed of sliced onions and bell peppers. Peep the steam coming off of this dish: https://bit.ly/4bkgkDY Hubby couldn't resist ordering the Bhindi Masala. The okra was cooked down to a chewy texture which gave it a more heartier trait. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/kamal-palace-long-beach?select=1JXkQAq0mgzGZU7DaYH-jQ Tofu Matar with green peas had a good balance of spices while providing more protein to our veg-heavy meal. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/kamal-palace-long-beach?select=ZO25bTiDR4ecb3hIqkp8YQ Service was amazing! Friendly staff, helpful, and observant. Our server noticed that we ordered all vegan items. Then when Hubby ordered Garlic Naan, he took the initiative to let us know that the naan isn't vegan, and then suggested roti. I decided not to get the roti since our meal came with rice. So SO good! I look forward to more visits while working my way through their menu.

The lunch buffet is a good value. There's a variety of choices including both veggie and meat, all fresh and warm in the steam trays. I tried a small amount of most dishes on my first visit and found everything flavorful and enjoyable. It's a great option for groups as well.

They have a $16.95 Indian buffet off the water and it's super low key! Nice lil ambiance and no body was there when I went to pick up. I'll go back. Food smells good.

STEPH JUDGEMENT: The agony and the ecstasy is still in effect. Their food is still great (although sometimes inconsistent), but the service is also still subpar. We mostly get stuff to go, and after our last dine-in experience we may just keep it that way. We had an older male server who was really very sweet and pleasant, but seemed a little clueless. I think he forgot our drink orders because some other tables got their stuff way before we did, even when they were seated after us, so we had to remind him and then we got our drinks. The food took a while to come out, but it was busy, so can't say it was the server's fault, but water glasses not filled while other tables' were, and the check took a while to get to us. So...yeah, takeout it is.

It's been about 30 years now and this place still hits the spot. It's a little weird to get to (going downstairs from parking lot), the it's actually a little waterfront place in Long Beach. The best deal is their buffet. All their dishes are tasty and the garlic naan is a must. Keep up the great work, gentlemen!

The food is great authentic!! Kind of dark. Service was a bit chaotic. Need a good wait staff to seal the deal.

For a good India cuisine, Kamal Palace. The food is excellent, and service outstanding! Please give this place a try.

Buffet review only - Was really happy to see the buffet was once again available. Always a good choice for lunch! Service was prompt and efficient. I always drink chai at Indian restaurants and Kamal's was good. I didn't try any of their beers but it seems they have a good selection of Indian beers. Good selection of food, fruit, salads, and dessert. Everything I had was tasty! Lots of table seating inside. I noticed they also have some tables outside on the marina.

Amazing food & service. We order delivery and they are quick and it's always hot. Very nice too!!

As of March 2023, the lunch buffet is back! It wasn't the largest spread and was missing samosas, but costs $16.95+tax. I like how the naan served in the basket was automatically garlic naan, although I still wish it were more crispy. Service was pretty good about clearing used plates. The interior was cozy and warm on a cold day. See my previous review for additional details.

My go to all you can eat Indian buffet in the area! Glad the buffet is back. Even though the price went up it's still worth it! You can eat multiple servings, appetizers to entrees and get some dough balls for desserts. Tandoori chicken can be a bit dry sometimes but you can always douse it with tika masala sauce or the spinach sauce. :) Their selections of chutneys are awesome too! Service is always good. Parking is plentiful. It's located at the Marina Pacifica complex, so you can walk around and enjoy the view after your lunch.

Went for the lunch buffet. Interior is nice and looks like a high end restaurant with white table clothes. The food was delicious they had about 12 different choices. 2 were chicken and one was lamb the rest were vegetable dishes and so tasty compared to other Indian food buffets. Soda was a bit overpriced $4 for a can of Coke but other than that fantastic with friendly waiters.

I had ordered food online for my daughter's birthday because she lives in Long Beach and she has been wanting to try this restaurant so I surprised her with the order for her to pick up after school at Long Beach State and she and her girlfriend were very pleased with the food that they picked up they had ordered chicken tikka masala and garlic naan. They said it was delicious they're only complaint was that they did not get enough rice for two people there was really only enough for one but other than that they were pleased. The food was ready when they came to pick it up at 7:00 p.m. today and so all went well I was a little nervous because I live in Northern California but it all worked out beautifully. Thank you

Very small and limited buffet, but the food is good, service is great! No much lease to be said. I have not ordered off their menu, or ordered take out.

Terrible hidden location with lots of stairs and no readily apparent elevator. I was there for their $17.95 lunch buffet. The tandoori chicken was juicy. The chicken Tikka Masala was good. They have chili chicken which I love. 3 or 3 hot vegetarian dishes. Fixings for a green. 2 types of rice. Dessert etc. Some seating outdoors which overlooks the marina! Service was attentive.

An Indian coworker took us here for lunch blowout great food and service.Food was far more better from the restaurant here in Artesia's Little India.We came back again last Friday.

The food, and service are great. The ambiance is very nice, but we usually order to go. Highly recommend as been going here over 20 years. I have a favorite, but my wife has tried, and loved a good portion of the menu.

Of course, the food is very good. My concern is the young children allowed to go to the buffet without a parent. A sign needs to be posted that children under age 10 must be accompanied by a parent. On May 11, 2024, one child was taking what he wanted out of the Samosa bin with his hands, without using utensils. Another child put his fingers in his mouth, dipped them into the rice pudding bin, then put his fingers in his mouth again. The parents all along, sitting at the table, looking at the children, and not saying a word to them. this type of thing is why buffets were closed down so long during an after Covid.

I have been over 15 years in LB and this is my first time here because when I am craving Indian food I go to Artesia. The employees are for sure ten stars, super nice and welcoming. Buffet has many choices. The food is decent, safe in terms of flavor, not as bold in spices garlic and onions as the same dishes you get in Artesia. It is understandable because of course you need to cater to your audience. Location is cute and price very reasonable. Will I go back? Yes, if I am not able to go to Artesia. I added an extra star because the food for me had a very calming effect. I slept like I haven't in a while.

Kamal Palace has been a fixture in Long Beach for many years (decades, actually). Their facility is always fresh and clean. The staffing is very helpful, allowing we customers to fully enjoy the wonderful food. Visit and enjoy!

staff is friendly, food is delicious, variety of food and drink options, price is reasonable, plaza parking.

Good Indian and Nepali food by the water at a very reasonable price. Try their Nepali specialties like Momos (dumplings)and Sekuwa (meat kebabs). Family run and very friendly. Service can be slow, but the price and food make up for it. We've even hosted a dinner party here for 20 people and were very satisfied. By far the best choice for Indian food in the LBC area.

Everything was YUMMY!!!! The lamb entree was to die for!!! You have not lived until you have eaten the lamb marrow. The garlic naan comes to the table fresh and hot and is unlimited.

I've been here so many times they deserve a review of complements Which is well overdue. Food is always delicious my favorite is chicken korma and my friends is chicken tiki Marsala. Service is good and very welcoming. We love love sitting out in the patio area over looking Marina

Its a bit difficult to find the restaurant since it is on a lower level as compared to the parking lot. Overall as far as the food is concerned, its good. Tried the veg Manchurian dry and it was nice and spicy, very tasty. For maincourse we tried the rara paneer which was average, ended up being sweet, more than my liking. The malai kofta was pretty good. Big koftas and rich curry made for the good taste. The garlic naans and the cheese naan are very good as well. The service provided by staff is good and the ambiance is pleasing, especially given it is by the waterfront. Buffet is available in mornings.

I pass this plaza all the time. There is ample parking in the lot in front of Faucet N Fixtures and they are located on the lower level. You have to go downstairs and follow the arrows through the tunnel. They offer indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating area has a view of the marina slip so it is somewhat of a relaxing view. The interior is decorated well, filled with vibrant refs and gold. The staff was very friendly and courteous. I ordered food to go so I didn't have the indoor dining experience. While placing my order i was made to feel very welcomed. I was offered a seat at a table and some water while I waited. Everything is made fresh to order so I waited around 15 minutes. I ordered the potato samosas and aloo bengan with medium spice level. I love spicy food and the medium had a good kick. On my next visit I will dine in to get the full experience and I will order spicy.

Food is always very flavorful and fresh. Service is great and attentive! Whether sitting inside or outside it's always worth it. Door dash orders and pick up have also been smooth and just as tasty and fresh. Just avoid the restrooms if you can.

Dined here many times... Food is always yummy Customer service is always warm and friendly

I've ordered from this restaurant a couple of times. All the food is great! From their chicken tika masala to the buttered chicken! I love to get myself an order of garlic naan to go with my food. All plates include a good amount of rice to compliment everything you get. Whether its was a delivery or a pickup order my food has always been of good quality. Found on the lower level of the plaza, the restaurant is near the waterfront so not too bad to go in person and dine there. Best Indian food in the area hands down.

Best Indian food around! The service is top notch. They were quick, friendly, and always ready to refill my drink. It's a very cute hidden place right by the water. I'd highly recommend you take a visit.

Been coming here forever highly recommend! Everything I've had has been amazing, wouldn't go to any other Indian restaurant.

Food was very tasty and latge portions Service was above average, very quuck and pleasant Ambiance was nice, fairly quiet

Oh, my goodness! This place has a hidden entrance, and it is very tricky to reach out there! After all the struggle even if you reach out to this place, it has the lousiest buffet we have ever experienced. We invited someone and we got embarrassed in front of our guests and really disappointed by the lousy food. No taste at all! Definitely not worthy to waste money on this lousy restaurant.

this Indian restaurant is an incredible experience. The food is so flavorful and the restaurant is cute. We are definitely making this a regular place.

Their food is 100% on point and really good. Ive went to a lot of Indian restaurants already, but this has remained my first top choice of good food. Price can be expensive, but really good food.

My little secret. I usually come here twice a week directly for my lamb chops, chicken tikka masala and my Naan breads! Everyone who works here are very friendly and basically know my order as soon as I was through the door. I can't wait to have my lamb chops!!

Take-away on a rainy day. Thought I'd give it another chance. Food is greasy, mediocre and expensive. The

Another great buffet lunch at Kamal palace, not sure what anything was, but it was ALL good.

This is my first visit to Kamal Palace and I really enjoyed it. I am a vegan and assumed they'd have options to suit my lifestyle. Then there are my taste buds, which are dainty and can only endure a mild spice. Kamal Palace delivered on both! Three of us went for lunch and I asked to see a menu, however my server mentioned that an entree would be similarly priced to the buffet, which had vegan options. We walked to the buffet table and he pointed out every vegan delight. He also mentioned he'd bring me naan specifically for my dietary preferences. Several appetizers, rices and entrees were to my liking. Of course I went back for seconds! The food and spice were mild, not tasteless, but not hitting you over the head--I thought it was "just right" for being a heat lightweight. We sat indoors by the window and noticed additional seating near the water, which would have been nice on a warmer day. I enjoyed the fun galaxy carpet (navy with stars and swirls) and although the restaurant is not completely updated, it was not a deterrent. One of my friends who went with me mentioned that she's ready to go back for more, which was less than two weeks ago--I am in total agreement. Another visit to Kamal Palace and their lunch buffet is scheduled for the near future.

We had a delicious lunch buffet, and we enjoyed the water view on the patio. Highly recommended. Great food at a very good price.

delicious food, friendly service, lovely setting, reasonable price. The nan was sizzling hot!

this place has a great buffet! price is right and food is great! service is also great! love coming here on weekends and eat all I want and beer/wine selection is great too! can't say anything negative, so if you're in the neighborhood then definitely try this place out.

My husband & I were craving Indian cuisine so we tried this place for the first time. We were not disappointed. The food was delicious & the lunch buffet offered plenty of good options all for a great price $16.99. And it included savory naan. And the staff were friendly and attentive. We plan to be regular customers .

Tricky to find but when you do it's THE BEST INDIAN BUFFET IN LONG BEACH. Lots of vegetarian options Reasonably priced Great staff White table cloths Food is no too spicey Good variety

Best Indian Restaurant in town!!! Love the customer service and the pleasant view. Outdoor seating also available, by the water & boats. We ordered a few dishes spicy and they were amazing!!! Packed with flavor, yummy! I'll be back with more friends and family so sure. Thank you for the great food & keep up the excellent work.

This place was awesome. It's literally a hidden gem but worth seeking out. There's 3 Indian places near us and after trying this one we like this one best! Food was delicious and if you go during the day there is nice views of the water! Definitely recommend!