Royal India-Delmar

Looking for Indian Cuisine in San Diego? Royal India is located in the Del Mar area. Their decor and indoor water wall is gorgeous!! It has a fine dining vibe. They also have a lovely outdoor patio. The staff were friendly and welcoming! Kudos to Hiran for his wonderful customer service! They offer Modern Indian cuisine with an explosion of flavor that will keep you going back for more!! Loved the complimentary Chaat papdi with chutney. 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙚 tried: Spicy Tandoori Wings Minced Meat and Peas Samosas (FAVE) Mixed Tandoori Grill (FAVE) Lamb Biryani (FAVE) Lamb Shank Rusmalai Mango Martini Garlic Naan Paneer Naan

If you love Indian food than you got to check this spot out! Definitely always scared to try Indian food because it always seems to spicy for me but they give you a scale 1-10 on how spicy you want it !! We started things off with their signature tandoori wings and they were amazing ! My wife got the traditional chicken tikka masala, I had a bite and it was delicious. I got the mango pineapple curry with lamb meat and it was spectacular! I wanted it more !! Over my rice and it just so amazing ! Highly recommend it. We also had some somosa which were yummy. And we finished things off with some mango dessert they had. Definitely coming back here ! Lots of seating and service was great !

The place is really nice, a solid 3.5/5. The ambiance is amazing, classy, romantic.. wait staff is decent, although it did take a bit before the food came out. Everything we ordered was 4/5 quality; the only thing really missing was value and customers. Was fairly quiet on Father’s Day.. probably related to pricing; cough, cough.

*AVOID AVOID AVOID* Extremely terrible food and shocking customer service. We ordered ~$700 worth of food for an engagement party. The food arrived and tasted not fresh, the kebabs were dry as if they were made earlier in day and reheated. The curries were swimming in oil. We were so embarrassed in front of our guests who couldn’t eat the food, and we ended up having to bin most of it which is so disappointing. During the night my son and another guest were very ill from the food. We all felt the food was not fresh. The next morning we called the restaurant manager to provide feedback and he was extremely rude. He refused to listen to our concerns and instead challenged us and declined to accept any fault. All he cared about was his money and had no regard for customer satisfaction. Needless to say we will never ever be ordering from here. I would encourage others to not be fooled by the reviews as they don’t reflect reality. Avoid unless they want an upset stomach.

After many years of enjoying Royal India at the restaurant, we had the joy of having Royal India cater our rehearsal dinner. The team was communicative and easy to work with through building the catering order, and made set up and serving a breeze. The food was as fresh and delicious as it always is, and our guests thoroughly enjoyed. Thank you, Royal India catering!

We had takeout, and it was absolutely fabulous! I had the lamb Rogan Josh (my go-to) and the lamb was tender (break apart with a fork), and the sauce rich. I ordered a "6 level" spiciness, and it was just right. We also had the chicken Tikka masala and it was very good indeed.

SoCal Tasting embarked on a culinary voyage to India at Royal India, Del Mar, San Diego. We dove into the signature dishes like the rich and creamy Chicken Makhani, Chilli ginger curry, flavorful Aloo Tikki, Samosa chaat and paired them with the amazing selection of Indian beer and other cocktails. Indulged in the melt-in-your-mouth naans and aromatic Onion Kulcha. Vegetarian options abound, ensuring a delightful experience for all. Must visit for an unforgettable tasting journey! Amazing service and beautiful ambiance.

Every dish was delicious. Great service and nice atmosphere.

I recommend this restaurant to everyone! Great food and great people who serve you and make you feel at home! Also, the quality and quantity of the food is amazing! - Shari & Philip Badal

Loved eating out here !! Great food, good location, plenty of space, very nice and polite servers and great ambience and vibe. I ordered appetizer sampler plate which had samosa and panoramic. Also ordered their tandoori sampler platter which had grilled chicken, lamb kabob, grilled fish and shrimps. It was perfectly marinated well cooked. Don't miss it it was very flavorful and came on a sizzling hot plate. For main course I ordered lamb shank as I heard lot of good reviews about it. It was good but a bit more salty for me. I paired it with keema naan and rice. Keema naan is naan filled with minced lamb and spices. It was too good. For desserts I got ras malai and gajar halwa which was very flavorful. Of course I had mango Lassi for my drinks. Overall great food amd experience. It's a bit pricey place as compared to other Indian restaurants i have been to but as the taste, food, ambience and service was excellent I am ok with it. I will give it a 7 out of 10 on my DVFM* score. Enjoy the food and vibe *Dees value for money score

Ordered goat biriyani and chicken makhani. Both the meats were undercooked. The biriyani rice and the rice side dish was thick and stiff. So overall really bad food! Never again.

Delicious food, great service. Very attentive waitstaff. This is our "go - to" for great Indian food.

The worst service in all of San Diego. I ordered my food for pickup on the restaurant's website, and they charged my credit card. When I went to pick up my food, "The restaurant is closed." I called several times, and when they finally answered, a "super rude" yells at me "what do you want?". I explained the situation, and he said, "YOU CAN'T READ!!! We'll open later at 4:30 PM ( is 3:00 PM ) and you can pick up your food then." After that, he hung up on me. What angers me most is that they think they can abuse people without consequences..................The good news is there are more Indian restaurants in the area.

Overall good food - ordered take out - a little pricier than other options but very decent and delicious

Mediocre. I've had amazing Indian food and this is not it. It was greasy and lacked a depth of flavor.

This is one of my favorite restaurants and I've come here numerous times, so it's past time I finally do this review. First this place is extremely nice and clean inside. It has nice big chandeliers, statues, and other pretty decor. There is a restaurant area and a banquet hall area where you can hold events. The food is delicious and I dont think I've ever had a bad meal here. My go to is the chicken tikka masala and the saag. It always tastes fresh and flavorful. They have lunch specials that include an entree, samosa, and Naan bread that you can get any day off the week, and are very reasonable. If you don't order the lunch special it can be a bit pricey, but they also have a happy hour in the early evenings that gives you 30% off your food. The servers all always nice, and willing to answer questions, and the food arrives in a timely manner. I definitely suggest checking it out if you enjoy Indian cuisine. I think it's great for a date night, but also for just eating out with a group of friends.

At Royal India you can expect to dine like, well, royalty. The location is in a corner of a shopping center in Del Mar Heights. It's nice, clean, approachable and welcoming. The decor is sort of a modern, trendy take with an obvious Indian influence. Oh and they have an indoor waterfall for good measure. Service was prompt and friendly and our server did an excellent job explaining the menu and offering suggestions when we asked for them. I think I'm going to be full for a week. We had: spicy tandoori wings, paneer naan, coconut pineapple shrimp curry, mango pineapple pineapple salmon curry and because we were already being gluttons, opted for dessert and had gulab jaman (sort of like a rice donut in syrup) and rusmalai (a cheese-based dessert with cream and cardamom, similar to cheesecake). Although all was tasty, we agreed that our favs were the wings, the paneer naan - which I could've honestly just ate for a meal by itself- and the coconut curry shrimp. Royal India also offers up a full menu of wines, beers and cocktails. When in Rome; I ordered a Taj Mahal lager and it paired perfectly with everything. High marks to the staff and chefs for a great evening out. I would 100% go back.

Looking for Indian Cuisine in San Diego? Royal India is located in the Del Mar area. Their decor and indoor water wall is gorgeous!! It has a fine dining vibe. They also have a lovely outdoor patio. The staff were friendly and welcoming! Kudos to Hiran for his wonderful customer service! They offer Modern Indian cuisine with an explosion of flavor that will keep you going back for more!! Loved the complimentary Chaat papdi with chutney. tried: Spicy Tandoori Wings Minced Meat and Peas Samosas (FAVE) Mixed Tandoori Grill (FAVE) Lamb Biryani (FAVE) Lamb Shank Rusmalai Mango Martini Garlic Naan Paneer Naan

Royal India is now our go to place for Indian food. We have tried mixed tandoori platter, samosa chaat, keema paratha, butter chicken, lamb shank. Every dish is made fresh and spices can be customized. Mango lassi is a must try. The staff is very friendly and makes you feel like family. The ambiance is great and every corner is so beautifully decorated. Please do pay a visit whenever you want to try Indian food. This is the best indian restaurant in Del mar.

Been here several times in the past. Service was great! Chicken pakoras were just okay. Have had much better. Samosas were good but need a better dipping sauce like the one Ethiopian restaurants serve with their Samosas. Chicken Tikka Masala was just okay. Palak Paneer was good. Hubby enjoyed his Lamb Shank. Naan stuffed with ground beef was dry. So, it was hit and miss for us.

If you love Indian food than you got to check this spot out! Definitely always scared to try Indian food because it always seems to spicy for me but they give you a scale 1-10 on how spicy you want it !! We started things off with their signature tandoori wings and they were amazing ! My wife got the traditional chicken tikka masala, I had a bite and it was delicious. I got the mango pineapple curry with lamb meat and it was spectacular! I wanted it more !! Over my rice and it just so amazing ! Highly recommend it. We also had some somosa which were yummy. And we finished things off with some mango dessert they had. Definitely coming back here ! Lots of seating and service was great !

We really enjoyed the ambiance, the food and service. Everything was very good. The pistachio ice cream was very tasty, with a twist. A must try.

I just can't get enough of this place, @royalindia_delmar I can go over and over and still enjoy their delicious food I just admire how generous, polite and welcoming team they are. the food is always served fresh and full of diverse flavors.

Every time we got out to Del Mar we eat at this restaurant! The service is amazing. The waiters are so nice & come to table often checking in on us. They also make some great suggestions. The food is delicious! I love the curry dishes with different levels of spices. We sit outside & enjoy it so much. Some nights they have live entertainment. Highly recommend going here

Service is good. Very courteous and friendly servers here. Food is also very delicious. Biryani was not like I expected but kenabs and daal were good.

The food, service and atmosphere is incredible! The food has so much flavor! I can't wait to go back! Each dish is a masterpiece of flavor and texture that will transport you to the streets of India! We ordered mango margaritas spicy tandoori wings vegetable pakoras garlic and paneer naan raita (Indian yogurt with cucumbers, grated carrots, potatoes and spices) chicken tikka masala lamb vindaloo

Great little lcoation in quiet area of fashion valley. I was on a long bike ride and had to get my fix. Immediately I was welcomed by Angel and he was very pleasant and kind, he gave me the inside scoop on the food. It was great food I only got the basics. Try the naan with hummus, I was pleasantly surprised that they cut it into small shareable pieces a little different but cool from how it is usually presented. Also got Chicken Tikka masala level 5 spicy ( not that hot) and it was glorious. The price is respective to the area you are in and the quality and service is worth what you pay.

As soon as you walk in, you feel an air of peace and tranquility with a little bit of elegance mixed in as you hear the water passing on a little waterfall, and relaxing music in the background. You're welcomed in right at the entrance. There was some available seats when my friend and I showed up so we were seated shortly after arrival. I would recommend the mixed tandoori grill, it has multiple different meats and great for sharing. I also tried the chili ginger masala, so if you like spicy food that tastes good, this is a dish for you. They also have a really good mango lassi! The del Mar location is inside of a large shopping area, and there's plenty of parking.

Spices in curry was great! Spicy level was as expected! Service was prompt! Royal India's lamb biryani has a lot of favorite by adding cumin and fried onions bites. It has good portion of lamb pieces. However, I usually like saffron on biryani rice and a little drier texture. Restaurant has indoor and outdoor seatings and is spacious with nice decoration. Will go back and try other dishes.

Absolutely delicious. Recommend the tiki masala and the dal soup. The samosas were a little salty. The service was excellent. Would definitely return.

Wow what an incredible experience Amazing food great service & ambiance. Went for dinner for mother in laws birthday Every dish we ordered was perfect Fresh garlic naan with crunch but melt in your mouth .chicken tikka kebab & chicken tikka masala was out of the world with very big portions. Highly recommended

Good local Indian food, best neighborhood Indian food in Carmel Valley Nnanejens

Great service and delicious food. What else can you ask for in a restaurant. I tried to eat there once a week because it is so reliably delicious.

2nd time coming here ordered again the chicken biryani flavor was the same just as good ordered at medium just the right heat for me a good portion size and if you check in, they will give you a free Samosa. They also have a large size banquet hall for a Events

On my way out of town I decided to stop by and load up on some Indian food. I'm happy I chose this place and the food was great. The Keema was a nice change from classic naan and the Lamb Korma was tender and loaded with flavor. I like spicy food and ordered level 6, but I didn't get any spice from the food. The wings and very distinct and good but don't taste like tendoori. Nonetheless the flavor of everything was really good.

Love this and royalindia_delmar is a lovely family restaurant please come on by, Angel and Sergio are amazing employees whom are so attentive and friendly you will not be disappointed, the naan, the kabab, curries, and mango Lassi is so delicious it was great to see the local foodies meet to break naan (bread) Love love love they can host a huge party as well and things run so smoothly

Royal India was my first San Diego Indian restaurant experience over two decades ago.  The food here is very good, as is the service.  We always have to have an order of Samosas (4/5 $8 for 2 pc). Restaurant interior is simple, providing a sense of peace and tranquility.  I placed an online order through Yelp for take-away lunch today.  Timing was perfect ... food was ready as I walked in the front door!

Love the atmosphere and you can't beat the food! We always try different items and can't wait to go back again to try more. Loved the palak paneer!

My friend invited me here for lunch back in March and we received these complimentary yummy crispy pita bites with a couple of dips to start with. For drinks, I chose a chai iced tea and she got a coconut guava mai tai. The drinks came with pretty umbrellas and I loved how refreshing mine was. We shared the samosa chaat, spicy tandoori wings, the mixed tandoori grill, chicken vindaloo, garlic naan, and onion naan. Everything came out pretty quickly and the presentation of the mixed tandoori grill was on a sizzling hot plate! For dessert, I tried the shahi mango and it was delightful. Everything tasted good to me! The spicy food items wasn't spicy enough for me though. Our server brought out some habanero peppers for me and I accepted the challenge! I don't think it was a good idea to eat it plain because I had a stomachache later on that night haha.

Everything tasted excellent. We had the mango soup, garlic naan, herb baked salmon, mango and pineapple curry with chicken, and a desert called rusmalai which are soft cheese patties cooked in a sweetened creme and pistachios. The fish was so fresh and the sweet fruit really complimented the bold spices so typical of indian food. Cant wait to come back and try more of their menu

Delicious Indian food in Del Mar area! Parking Free parking in the lot. Shop Aesthetics/ Cleanliness Clean tables, traditional Indian decor around. A nice water feature at one of the tables and light music playing. Food Some of the stand outs that I had were: Mango Lassi- so refreshing on a hot day, Royal Lettuce Wrap with Paneer- appetizer that was filling it could be a meal on its own, Royal Lamb Malai- rich lamb curry, and the rasmalai dessert. I had never had rasmalai before and it was a unique treat- sweet but not overly sweet! Overall, I would highly recommend Royal India as one of the best Indian restaurants in San Diego!

SoCal Tasting embarked on a culinary voyage to India at Royal India, Del Mar, San Diego. We dove into the signature dishes like the rich and creamy Chicken Makhani, Chilli ginger curry, flavorful Aloo Tikki, Samosa chaat and paired them with the amazing selection of Indian beer and other cocktails. Indulged in the melt-in-your-mouth naans and aromatic Onion Kulcha. Vegetarian options abound, ensuring a delightful experience for all. Must visit for an unforgettable tasting journey! Amazing service and beautiful ambiance.

On my first night in San Diego, my relatives and I went to get Indian food, a place they frequented. I had no idea where we were going until we arrived LOL. It's located across of Marketplace Grille in the Piazza Carmel in Del Mar. There's a big parking lot with ample stalls. My group and I ordered the Onion Bhaji as an appetizer, Goat Curry, Chicken Tikka Masala, and Palak Paneer (Saag). We also got a starter of this naan? chips, and the sauces on the side were super bomb. The appetizer was something we didn't expect. It was basically like a blooming onion but with a lot of thin, small pieces to dip and eat. Dipping the fried onions in the naan chip sauces were soooo good rather than it being eaten by itself. The goat curry had an interesting flavor. It was really rich with an almost watery base as a curry rather than a rich creamy base that I was used to with Indian curries. The flavor was delicious but there were actually more bones than meat in the dish which I didn't like as we were mainly paying for the meat. The Tikka Masala was my favorite of the three. It had a creamy base with a nice blend of spices. Can never go wrong with this dish! The Paneer Saag was also good but lacked a bit of flavor. It was like eating a spinach dip but without that bang of flavor. Overall, the portions were huge, and the food was pretty good! It was a bit on the "fancier" side as it was a little pricier. There are a lot of different specialty curries that I've never seen like the Smoked Salmon Tikka Malasa or Chicken Tikka White Wine Curry. Would love to try that next time!

Amazing environment, service, food, and drinks! The food was delicious. I would recommend this as it is very elegant but also has a family friendly environment . I plan to return soon!

Food is amazing as always. We ordered our usual butter chicken, lamb biryani, samosa and lettuce wrap and it's so good! Took my dad here for the first time and he loved it. Service was excellent. It was a busy lunch but we were taken care of and was the last one in and didn't feel rushed at all. I love the ambience of this restaurant. The waterfalls on the wall is Bella's fave and the decoration makes you feel like you're in India. Royal India Del Mar is my go to for Indian food! Highly recommend this spot

They have great lunch specials! Also excellent service and delicious food. Pleasant decor/- a step up from most Indian restaurants.

After spending some years in San Diego exploring all of the Indian restaurants throughout the county, Royal India maintains being one of the best. Decor is a vibe! Those curtains, booth fabrics, ornateness on level 100... it's a lil old school but it's clean & well maintained. We recently came in for lunch and every single thing was delicious. Royal India has the BEST tandoori chicken. It's super juicy, flavorful, and I really love it because they skip the silly red food dye. I can eat this chicken weekly! Everything tastes very authentic compared to some of the more Americanized Indian restaurants. They are really great with making things spicy if you want, no flavor is compromised. Service is always very attentive, kind, and accommodating. It's not always easy to find nice restaurants where it's also easy to bring kids, but this place fits the bill.

Like the food, HATE the service. We arrived at 6:30pm on a Saturday, after calling ahead to ensure there was no wait. The restaurant was reasonably busy, but not completely packed. We were seated right away and abjectly ignored for the first 15 minutes. A table of 7 arrived after us and were fawned over, were able to place their drink & appetizer order, and were brought their drinks - before we had even been acknowledged. I then flagged down a server, who explained that we were not her table and that the guy on the phone was our waiter. He waved... while remaining on the phone. Now, I do understand that the staff has to wear multiple hats - answering, taking to go orders, seating diners that come in, but if there are many things happening at once, can't another server help out? Seems like teamwork is something this restaurant can improve on. Long story short, it took 40 minutes for ANY food to arrive at our table - this includes the free papad and chutney provided to all diners. Simply unacceptable. Our 4 yr old was starting to lose his s*** from hunger, and they couldn't even be bothered to bring him his mango lassi until he was halfway through with his meal. We've eaten here many times before and haven't had THIS bad of an experience, but then again, we've not dined on a Saturday evening. And honestly, I'm not sure that I would again. We'll be back for the food, but on a weekday.

If you are craving Indian food, then you need to check out Roval India @royalindia_delmar in the Del Mar/ Carmel Valley area! Beautiful indoor decor and they also have a nice outdoor patio. I love the indoor watertall! My favorite dishes here are the tikki masala and the Channa Masala Love that you get complimentary chips here with tamarind and mint chutney. Everything here is amazing and beautifully presented! Roval India has locations in Del Mar, Westfield UTC, Gaslamp and Miramar. We tried: ^ BHEL PURI Puffed rice, crushed flour chips, peanuts tossed with tamarind and mint chutneys, garnished with ~ SAMOSAS Two crispy stuffed pastries seasoned with mild spices and deep-fried © CHANNA MASALA Garbanzo beans in a tangy tomato, onion and garlic curry sauce ^ CHICKEN TIKKA KABAB Boneless pieces of chicken breast marinated in yogurt and delicate spices and herbs ~ NAVRATTAN KORMA Nine seasonal vegetables cooked in a curry of cream, cashew paste, nuts, raisins and spices ~ CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA Boneless chicken roasted in a clay oven and finished with a delicious blend of creamed tomato curry and spices ~ SHAHI MANGO Fresh mango pulp with cream

EXCELLENT INDIAN FOOD, They have outside patio sitting to enjoy the food with your 4 legged babies.WIll go again whenever in the area

We feasted on the delicious Vegetarian Royal Dinner for two & had some left over for a bonus lunch today. After a delicious dal soup and amazing crisped samosa starter with tasty sauces, we had the palak paneer & the navrattan korma as our entree curries. They were both very flavorful and fresh tasting. Despite being busy, our server was really attentive and made great suggestions. This is a really pretty restaurant and was fun for a date night. We would absolutely go back !

After giving it a 3 starred review several months ago, went back with friends and everything was great this time! Food served hot this time, was very plentiful with very tender lamb in my dish. Service good and ambiance is always lovely. So I'm glad we gave it a second try!

I tried Royal India's takeout a few times during this pandemic. A few dishes are actually really good! I will definitely recommend Samosa - Puff pastry with potatoes and peas filling Aloo Mattar Curry - Potatoes and Peas in a tomato based gravy Punjabi Aloo - Potatoes in a tomato based gravy The rice that came with the curries was also A- okay! A-okay in my books if you order the right things on their menu!

I used to live nearby and come here all the time, but it'd been awhile since I had been back and I was craving their food so much. So I was super excited to go back again with a big group of friends and try even more dishes that we could share family style! We tried: mango lassi royal paneer lettuce wraps samosas chipotle chicken kabab tandoori shrimp chicken tikka masala saag paneer pineapple mango curry royal lamb malai rasmalai Perfect feast! The service was amazing just as I remembered, and the interior is so beautiful and comfortable. We need to make it back more often!

Elevated Indian food. Romantic atmosphere. Outdoor seating with mountain views. Extensive menu for veg and non-veg, and enough fusion to keep things interesting. And a decent Bombay Sapphire martini, which is rare at San Diego Indian restaurants!

I love love love Indian food. It's one of my favorite things! Royal India is authentic and feels so homey. Every dish is out of this world delicious. I went with the lychee martini, the tandoori wings, the chicken masala & the spicy chicken. First off, the lychee martini was perfection. I'll definitely be back to get this! The wings were so flavorful, I could of eaten them all. The chicken Masala was one of the best I've ever had. It felt like a great comfort food. My friend got the spicy chicken Kabab and he cleared his plate lol. To add onto the gotear food, service was amazing. They really take care of you and make sure you're happy with the meal! I'll be back soon for that martini!

Amazing food. Wonderful customer service. Very happy with everything. The ambiance is beautiful. This should be featured on social food vlo