Namaste Spiceland

What is there to say - this is excellent Indian take away. It's vegetarian which even though I'm not, I appreciate because I realized with so much flavor I'm not missing the meat and it's good taking a break once in awhile if not more often. Been eating here for years, the only thing I would say is I'd like to see more variety over time. The best part is this is authentic.The garlic naan is amazing btw.

Puri and Aloo Gobi is so delicious. This place is one of my favorite vegan restaurants.

food was delicious, the people are very friendly and the atmosphere is chill. easy stop right off the freeway. will definitely eat here passing through again, wonderful hidden gem. they have a full market i didnt even have a chance to explore as well.

The staff was outstanding, offering exceptional service with a friendly and helpful attitude. The food was all vegan, bursting with flavor, though it does lean on the spicier side, so be prepared! They were kind enough to let me sample a few dishes before ordering, which made the experience even better. I’ll definitely be returning the next time I’m in the area. Some gluten free options too.

Great variety of food. Consistently of great quality and taste. Has all the Indian groceries needed. Frequently visit here and have never been disappointed.

The store has all the groceries for all Indians from different states. The cafeteria also caters to Indians across the board. It's not limited to North India only. The food is good and management is efficient and very friendly.

Truly amazing! I get lunch here at least once a week. Food is fresh and delicious and the customer service is outstanding

Ive never had better authentic vegetarian Indian food, even after visiting several states. This is THE best place for amazing food and authentic grocery items. Everyone here is very kind and always willing to explain different food items. Please give this local place a try you won't be disappointed.

Great casual Indian option. The chaat and curries were very tasty. The combo is very reasonably priced with lots of food. The eating area is clean. Overall enjoyed the meal a lot. On a side note, the grocery store itself is well stocked but a bit pricier than other South Asian grocery stores in Southern California.

What a GEM! We visited the nearby Underwood Family Farms and were pleasantly surprised to find excellent, authentic Indian food at a nearby grocery store. Even though it's adjoining the store, the restaurant is fantastic in terms of quality, service and ambience. They have a great menu of vegetarian and vegan Indian dishes - from chaat to dosas to freshly made from scratch parathas. My husband and I loooove their paratha (bread) offerings; more so because you can customize the spice level to whatever you want: Googli (mixed veg) paratha OMG (onion, mooli, garlic) paratha Mooli (radish) paratha Gobi (cauliflower) paratha Paneer (cottage cheese) paratha Naans - plain & garlic Chapati - fluffy, soft, whole wheat (and vegan!) What we really appreciate is that the food is clearly labeled GF, Vegan etc which is so helpful. Food is HOT and custom made to order. They also follow Indian hospitality and allow guests to order, enjoy their food, and order some more if they want to before having to pay. For those who want a more predictable rice, roti, curries, kinda meal, they have multiple combo options with come with their tasty samosas, puris etc. They also offer cucumber, mint, lemon water which is so refreshing on a hot day! Ambience is also great- plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. They also have a classic Indian auto rickshaw parked near the outside seating so kids can have fun riding on it!

Whenever I'm in the Thousand Oaks area and the timing is right, I like to stop by Namaste Spiceland. Their hot food is what attracts me and if you go at 9:00 am when they open, the food is not ready and you can see being prepared in the kitchen. It all comes out around 11 AM so you know it's fresh, there's a different menu every day and even though they are priced high, their selections have intense flavor, In addition, there is texture, a good mix of a variety of Indian spices, distinctive for each dish and a limited but attractive menu. All the food is vegetarian, but it is prepared daily, every morning. I started with the appetizer of aloo tiki, and then one medhu vada. The first with the two chutneys, the tamarind and the mint, and the second with the coconut chutney. I'd say the vada with coconut chutney was my favorite appetizer. As a carryout, I took the two item combo where I had garbanzo beans and lentils with rice. It comes with raita , and instead of pickle, I asked for chopped red onions. For the bread I chose the chapati, which turned out to be rubbery by the time I ate it (after 2 hours) and instead of plain rice, I had the coconut rice which was flavorful, but not soaking in coconut fragrance. That's the way I like it. This is a good place to visit if you're in the mood for wholesome vegetarian north Indian and south Indian food, to dine in, or to go.

Really cool spot inside an Indian grocery store, serving up vegetarian Indian dishes. There's a good variety of options, and for the lunch combos, you get to choose from different breads--both fried and baked--to go with your curries/vegetables. They also include rice, pickles, and other sides like samosas if you go for a larger combo. Friendly people and great food.

My family and I continue to come here regularly for food and groceries. My parents and I dropped by last night for dinner and groceries. As we came after 7 pm on a Saturday night, the place was packed. However, we managed to grab a table inside. My mom and I shared a dosa, and my dad got a paratha. We all enjoyed our dinner. The menu is completely vegetarian, and they also offer vegan items. In addition to indoor seating, there is also outdoor seating available. They also do catering for events. Customer service is always friendly. They offer a nice variety of groceries including mithai and kulfi. The vegetable section isn't very vast though. There is always plenty of parking.

We tried their pav bhaji and vada pav Enjoyed both the items. Service was prompt. The my gave 3 pavs so didn't need to ask for more with the pav bhaji

This was my first time at Namaste, and I was really impressed by the large menu, selection in the grocery store section, and the friendly staff. I had my heart set on trying dosa, since I had heard that they were delicious. The size of the dosa was massive, and it came with 2 spicy sauces and a side of lentil soup. The dosa is filled with a spicy potato mixture. Very flavorful with a crispy yet soft texture. It's like a huge rolled crepe. I ended up taking half of it home since it is very filling. At $9, it was also a great value! I also ordered a paneer curry to take home- very delicious. What's cool is that they offer samples from their hot bar. The menu also has a section of South Indian dishes. I'm not knowledgeable about the nuances of Indian cuisine, but I am excited to come back and try more things!

Amazing food, that home cooked, non-Americanized Indian flavor. The value is also amazing!

We really love getting the food here to go. The portions are huge. It is so delicious and affordable. Amazing!

Whoever doesn't give this place five stars is a little bitch. Amazing food, amazing service. Thank you!!!

Quite an interesting experience! The food was pretty good, and we were able to pick up some Mango chutney in the store to take home. We ate outside, and there are lots of interesting machinery and this and thats to look at while you're eating. They are different in that they charge for the meal after you've eaten. We actually paid twice because two in our party wanted to treat and neither knew the other treated. But they gave us no trouble in refunding the double payment. Over all we had a good experience.

Best Food in thousand oaks. Everyday we can try new curries and staff is so friendly and always help us to find stuff in grocery. They have many vegetarian food as well they have many vegan options. Highly recommend.

We had catering through Namaste Spiceland for an event in our home with 50 guests and I would highly recommend!! We really loved all the food and drinks. Our parents also approved! The chai actually had an authentic flavor and not bland like every other restaurant. Mango lassi was well balanced and a hit. They make any dish even if it's not on the menu. We had Dabeli for brunch and everyone loved it (non-Indians and even the picky Gujaratis). Palak paneer was perfect with lots of paneer. Chole masala was delicious. Jeera rice was so flavorful. The best part was definitely the live Pani Puri station. All our guests were raving about the pani puri afterwards and the tasty waters (spicy and sweet). Better than the food was their service! Jitesh was very helpful in coming up with the menu and reassuring us that he would be able to work with whatever space we had. From start to end, they were SO kind. The delivery/set-up was perfectly on time and so seamless. They also did not hurry to leave after the meal ended and ensured everyone had eaten before packing up. I spoke with all the other Indian restaurants in Thousand Oaks and Westlake Village for catering and found them to be rude and not flexible. I would highly recommend Namaste spiceland for their delicious food and service.

The food service is fast and friendly. The setting is great! They have indoor and outdoor seating and you can browse the store while you are waiting for your food! The Mysore Dosa & Vada Pav we're amazing! We'll definitely be back for more!

Food is good here! All vegetarian. Love it. But groceries are highly marked, very pricey! and they don't have any reward points or discount if any sort. Most of the time, vegetables are not that fresh, but manageable. No complains!

Just updating a star because it has become quite the standby and I also appreciate the market section.

All of their food is excellent. It's all vegetarian and very good. Everyone there is also so helpful and will let you try anything. There is also a store where you can buy their products and or produce! I highly recommend this place!

It's starting to get a little expensive, but always really good and filling They're getting better with stocking the grocery side too

This "Ready to serve food" restaurant is located inside of market with plenty of indoor and outdoor sitting. I got the two veggies plate combo with garlic naan. I loved their naan. It was extremely delicious. When you walk into the store they will take your order and have you pay after you finish eating if you choose to eat their. At the end of my meal I got one of their ice creams and my total was very reasonable considering everything I ate. I can't really say much on service but everyone was nice.

This Indian grocery store, coupled with a restaurant, provides a unique and delightful experience. The extensive selection of authentic products makes it a haven for cooking enthusiasts. The convenience of grabbing a meal at the attached restaurant adds to the overall appeal, offering a taste of Indian flavors beyond the ingredients aisle. The staff is accommodating, creating a seamless transition between shopping and dining. A great spot for those looking to immerse themselves in a complete Indian culinary journey. This place stands out for its exceptional customer service, thanks to an owner who goes above and beyond. Their dedication to customer satisfaction creates a welcoming atmosphere. Whether it's personalized recommendations, special accommodations, or a genuine commitment to ensuring every patron leaves happy, the owner's efforts truly elevate the overall experience. Choosing this place for our wedding catering was a fantastic decision. The food surpassed expectations, earning praises from all our guests. The impeccable service, coupled with top-notch culinary delights, made our special day even more memorable. From the initial planning to the flawless execution, the team ensured everything was perfect. Highly recommend for anyone seeking exceptional food and service for their special events. Once again thank you so much Kapil jee!

came here once for fresh veggie shopping and couldn't find everything I needed to make Sambar....so I wish there were more selection of fresh vegetables. Their prepared food section is nice and affordable. They have a wide variety of options to chose from. Everything is vegetarian.

Food is fantastic, very authentic and delicious. Service is kind and friendly. The ambiance is okay but the food is phenomenal.

I absolutely love this place!! I love that they have a fresh, hot dish counter so you can order from what's hot and ready that day. I'm a regular of their samosas but I've also had the mango lassi, tikka masala, and tried a bunch of other curries and masala's that I don't even know their names. The customer service is quick and friendly. The store portion is fun to wander and great for buying ingredients if you want to try your hand at cooking Indian dishes yourself at home. Although I haven't tried it yet I often see people order things that aren't on the published menu (as far as I can tell) like today when I saw someone getting pav bjarti. I can't wait to try that some time! The prices are really reasonable and great for picking up some take-out for dinner without having to call ahead! I love it!!!

I have never been in here what a nice friendly place. I needed some candle containers and incense and a mala for a funeral and I found it all. The people were so nice Thank you Om Sat Nam

Namaste is great with their buffet offerings and offer you samples of their delicious food. Some of their dishes are very spicy so it's nice to get a small taste. Additionally, they have an adjacent grocery shop with fresh produce, dry food, and many spices in small and large amounts.

Easy parking. Good vibes. A lot of stuff is Vegan and some things are gluten free. All things are Vegetarian. The sauces are a bit on the spicy side but, not very. I ordered 2 combos of yellow curry and a potato thing as well as palak paneer and a garbanzo bean thing. I got vegetable and white rice with both. I got th sweet carrot pudding with cashews, pistachios, and almonds. I also ordered a slice of eggless mango cake. They were all tasty and good as left overs too. The guy who helped me was very calm and nice. He also found some mango chutney for me, in the store section. I recommend this spot. The menu changes weekly, so things are probably different a lot. But I will try it again.

I have been coming to Namaste Spice-land located in Thousand Oaks for a couple of years now. They cater to Indian food, groceries, spices, fresh & frozen vegetables, seasonal fruits, Indian desserts, eggless cakes & festival items too. Food served here is pure vegetarian & vegan, tastes super delicious, fresh and hot with perfect spice level. Chaats are so tasty, Parathas are delicious, Mango Lassi is thick & yum! They have both indoor and outdoor patio seating. Customer service is good with helpful staff. Parking lot is available on the side & behind the store. Would definitely recommend this place!

The food is well spiced and the team is friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the decorations that are outside.

When they were at their previous location East on Thousand Oaks Boulevard near skyline, I ate there regularly and shopped their store. Ever since they moved to their location near the 23 freeway the quality of the food they serve has decreased and many of the items I purchased from their store are no longer available. Recently I ordered a combo special with a masala dosa. A Dosa is thin crispy and tortilla like wrapped around flavored potato. What I got was a large pancake nothing like I used to get from them or what you would actually receive in southern india. The Currys were all right but not equal in quality or taste to other Indian restaurants. The flavored rice was extremely disappointing. I won't return for food but I occasionally make shop their store.

I really liked this spot and would highly recommend. Friendly staff and food was solid especially for the price. I had a couple of the veggie dishes (I think that they're all veggie) and both were great, but I don't remember exactly which ones they were. One was the Korma, which was tasty. The naan was good as was the rice and the portions were just right. I went to a similar spot in Culver and this one was way better, cheaper and bigger portions. Outdoor seating in a nice little closed area and plenty of parking.

Yummy! Almost all vegan options for the buffet. It is lot self serve. The ambience is very nice, the outside has trees and is very cute. It's also a grocery store! We loved it!

Great casual marketplace with items that are hard to find elsewhere!! Order Buffet line style from amazing veg/ vegan/ meat options. Highly recommend! Outdoor patio is charming

Visiting from San Diego and saw that there was food inside this shop. Got a two item plate to go, along with samosas, a sweet lassi, and some jalebi. Took it back to the hotel and devoured the food. So, so good.

Come on now... it doesn't get better than this. Pick your food and grab a seat inside the grocery store or outside on nice days. All vegetarian but they always have several vegan options. Soooo good. I always stop here when I'm in town for work.

Mostly a review for the food takeout section. Great selection of vegetarian curries out in the glass display as well as dosas, breads and samosas for order on the menu. Prices are really affordable. Can get tubs of single curries for takeout as well as platters of mixed items as a set meal. There's a large desert selection as well in a separate display case. Eating space is pretty ample with a nicely decorated patio. Staff is very friendly and food comes out very quickly. The convenience / grocery store section has a lot of staples for cooking as well as a large frozen area. Store is very clean and feels spacious. Would recommend if you're looking for some quick and tasty food at good price and quantity

Delicious Southern Indian food and a local gem! I have been searching for a place for good and authentic dosa and I was so glad to have them in Namaste Spiceland! Located on Thousand Oaks Boulevard near Armstrong Garden, this eatery is both a grocery store and a restaurant. Parking is ample on street and in the parking lot outside the eatery. This eatery offers a good selection of dosa and the serving size is very generous. I had the spring dosa, which was like a wrapped Indian pancake with tomatoes and green peppers inside. The dosa also came with a side of lentil soup, but I found it slightly too salty. The serving size was so generous that you could have split the dosa into two meals. The eatery is also a grocery store and it carries a large selection of ethnic Indian food. Coming from an Asian culture, I love the availability of such a rich selection of varieties of rice. I also found a good selection of British snacks, which is hard to find in most US supermarkets. Overall, this is a must-try eatery. This has become my go-to place for good authentic dosa!

Came for pani puri and am so so satisfied! It was so yummy and spicy (for once). Ordered first then paid afterwards.

If I could give 10 stars I would! This is one of our favorite local vegetarian places to eat it. The service is friendly, they always put in my husband's go to favorite order in when we arrive! The food is hot, flavorful and the options for the combos are always plentiful! I always try something new when I go and I have never been disappointed. This past year they made one meal here for us super memorable when I mentioned our son chose this place for his birthday dinner, they brought out a small plate of yummy desserts to share. What a treat! If you want fresh authentic Indian food, this is the place!

First time back since Covid and the food and service are just as wonderful as ever! Called ahead to ask about the cooked food choices for the day and the gentleman who took my call was so helpful. He patiently answered all of my questions, describing the dishes in detail. Additionally, he asked if I wanted groceries also. We chose two of the three vegan specials, which also included lentil rice. Food was neatly packaged in individual containers. Since it had been a while, a dosa was also ordered to satisfy our craving, Everything was delish with the spice levels just as described. We will be back soon...it was as though we were once again reacquainted with an old friend.

Lots of groceries and Indian food supplies. Nice deli service hot food. Decent prices. But it's just not my style of Indian food. It was very bland and not many spice under flavors. It felt very safe for a more bland American or child's palette. I was disappointed . I'll just stick to buying spices and herbs there.

Excellent vegetarian food with decent place to sit in the patio. Food quality is good and quite reasonable. Additionally you can buy Indian sweets and other groceries.

Tried their party trays of spinach pakora and samosa. Ordered by phone when they opened for pickup at 1pm (my order was for small trays). The trays were ready when I picked up and they helped to carry to my vehicle. The food was well packed and they provided a good amount of sauce to go with it. Everyone at my work party was happy to try the food. Will definitely use them again as it was easy, and good value.

I don't know how I haven't written a review for Namaste Spiceland yet! For over a year, this has been one of my go-to's for a quick lunch. The food here is always delicious and I love that they change it up every day. The employees are very friendly and the service is quick. For around $10 you can't go wrong with their small (EK) combo plate! It's a very generous portion and always lasts me two meals. I also recommend trying their samosas with the tamarind chutney as they are absolutely delicious.

I've been wanting to try this place for years but never got around to it until today I was in the neighborhood. The service was prompt and friendly. It's a little cafeteria set up inside a small grocery store. The food was really good. I got a paneer dish and a chickpea one. I got the plain bread which personally I'm not a huge fan of. It was whole wheat. Next time I will upgrade to naan. I'll def be back.

The service was outstanding! A friend recommended I'd go here and it turned out that I already knew the owner from a previous location. He and his whole staff was so courteous and they even handed me a basket to do more grocery shopping. I enjoyed the outside patio dining area since you can order food to eat there. I also liked the selection of their drinks such as basil drinks and Rose flavored drinks. It's a very clean and organized market and it is so easy to get to as well. I plan to dine there the next time I visit.

The Masala Dosa is the best! Eating at Namaste Spiceland is never a gamble on whether the food is going to be good quality and flavorful because it's always great.

Just went here for the first time. Has no idea what to order. He has me try a bite of everything! It was all delicious! I chose the rice w peas, a lentil dish and mixed vegetables. It was so good! I'm definitely coming back to try some other dishes! Super friendly and helpful! A ton of food for $10. Wow!

This place is amazing! Loads of products from spices (of course), to all kinds of lentils and beans and rice, to soaps, incense and small ceramics. Nice produce as well. We were excited to see they had bitter melon and durian! We got lunch at the counter and it was so delicious. 2 item combo with large portions for a very reasonable price, almost all the options were vegan, and the whole wheat bread was warm and perfect for scooping all the tasty food. House made pickles on the side included bitter melon and lime peel. So so good. The outdoor patio is covered and decorated nicely and it's a really pleasant place to enjoy a healthy, vibrant, delicious vegan lunch. The employees we met were friendly, kind and prompt. Don't wait to try this gem on TO Blvd!!

Best Indian food in Ventura county! They offer a variety of vegetarian/vegan dishes throughout the week, all taste fantastic. If you're a meat eater, don't let their plant based options deter you from going! You're able to sample the food if you're unsure or curious about an unfamiliar dish. This is a market, not a restaurant, but you can still dine in. Service is great and the people are so kind. Positive experience all around!