This Cafe is one of the best places in Pasadena for good fun and drinks. Great prices, and authentic flavors that can appeal to anyone from all parts of the world. They’ve been here for a while and I hope they are here for a while longer!

Really really good Indian food, the chicken Tikka Masada was excellent.

Loved the biryani and tandoori dishes! The flavors were spot on, and the staff was super friendly. One of the best Indian restaurants in LA! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Wonderful service and food. I highly recommend this restaurant and I will be returning to this gem of a place. I started my flavorful journey with the lentil soup, and for my main dish I tried the nirvana chicken with an order of garlic Nan and brown rice. It was my first time eating Indian food. I can compare the flavors of my food as similar to that of a Mexican mole or a mouth watering Italian marinara. Just such a rustic experience. They have lunch plates available and deliver within 2 miles. Welcoming hostess providing great customer service.

The masala was amazing and the service is super nice. Very interesting spice combination. Ppl who like southeast asia cuisine should have a try, they also offer vegetarian set. But haven't tried so cannot make any comments.

Cannot say enough good about the food, it is delicious! Or better said amazing! and customer service is superb!! Seriously their attention is like a breath of fresh air! Highly recommend !

Great customer service, very kind and hardworking people. Food was really nice. I had ordered the Chicken tikka masala , and surprisingly it was not too heavy like most of them are. Food felt very light to the body. hectic location, & you have to pay if you are going to park. Met our needs

First time customer in this beautiful restaurant and food was delicious. The service was excellent, with Simran’s recommendation I was able to try something new and flavorful. It was a fantastic experience. Will be coming here again!

If we could give it 10 stars we would! This place has the best Indian food in LA. We absolutely love it. It’s perfect for vegans as many of their dishes have a vegan option which is amazing. We’ve ordered (delivery) many of their dishes and they are just consistently VERY good! We’ve also eaten at their restaurant in Pasadena and had very good experiences as staff is very nice and accommodating. Their vegan samosas are to die for!

Delicious! We have been away from Home 🇮🇳 for 1 month and after travelling so much, first time we found really nice food. The chapati was not frozen and heated by a freshly made Tandoori chapati! The aloo mutter and chole was lip smacking, missed our cook back home! He makes a similar taste! Please visit this place for really tasty food and if an Indian from India is writing this review, it should mean something! Sending this restaurant team a lot of positive vibes to be successful and continue to feed us such delectable food. Thank you 🙏 Mansi

On our way in, I asked someone who just paid "how was the food?" She said "wonderful". The crowd who followed her, each said something to that effect. We so we sat, ordered the lunch special and all turned out to be true. The freshly cooked bread get the top rating. The food selection was great. So were the portions. Sushila took care of us and she did a great job too. We chatted with owner who happened to be cocking here today. This location was open since 96 and a new one in Glendale about a year ago. Our overall experience was very good to the point that we ordered Chicken Tikka Marsala to go!

Excellent Indian. Cuisine. Casual place with Bollywood on the big screen. The lamb saag, onion pakora and garlic naan were excellent. Pani puri shot was incredible (my first time having it).

I finally made it there tonight with my date and we both enjoyed the Lamb and the Chicken Frankie's (version of burritos)... We enjoyed the owner as well, sorry I believe his name rhymes with Carson but super friendly and as busy as he was on today's holiday he still made time to laugh with us. I love the feng shui and out door seating options as well as the various menu options. Super pleased and official Indian cuisine local spot. Thank you 😉

A good indian restaurant in Pasadena downtown in terms of food taste and food varieties. You got good options in both veg and non veg. Its alacarte during lunch and dinner. No restaurant separate parking. Interior is ok and spacious to accommodate 15 to 25 people in a time.

My boyfriend and I spent few days in Pasadena, the first day we walked around and started getting hungry, when we saw this restaurant we didn’t think about eating in this place, I love the food from India, especially curry, the service was excellent and the food delicious, the restaurant is gorgeous, we will definitely return.

Great lunch prices and options. Big portions. Lots of food for the price. Mild tasting. Not crazy spicy

I was introduced to this wonderful restaurant back in the 1990’s by a friend and it’s been my favorite Indian restaurant ever since! I live 2 hours away, so when I do come to dine here it’s a really big deal. I am now vegan for health reasons and I can still enjoy their amazing food! The aloo matar is superb and I don’t know how they make their rice so fluffy and perfect. The naan bread is out of this world good. Needless to say, I simply can’t wait until I return next time...likely months from now.

We popped in for appetizers and definitely it did not disappoint. Left full and happy 😋

The food was exceptional! Definitely recommend for some great Indian food in town. Tried many dishes and taste was fantastic with good blend of many spices. The service was as exceptional as the food.

Went for both evening cocktails and then Dine LA and both visits were a great time! The food and drinks are fantastic and reasonably priced. The street food items are especially tasty. The service staff were attentive and kind throughout. I look forward to returning many more times!

Great service, we tried tikka masala and lamb curry, both delicious, also the samosas and sweet tea!!!

Went with a friend to All India Cafe today, had tofu tikka masala, medium spicy. It was very flavorful. Also had samosas and saffron rice, also excellent. Friendly and efficient service.

All India Cafe is my go-to spot for incredible Indian cuisine that feels both authentic and approachable. The menu is diverse and full of bold flavors, but the real standout for me is the ginger ice cream—it’s the perfect balance of creamy and spicy. Every time I visit, I feel like I’m experiencing something special, from the warm ambiance to the attentive service. If you’re looking for a place that truly delivers on quality and creativity, All India Cafe is it!

Every dish we ordered was bursting with flavor and expertly created. My favorite entred were the Aloo Mattar and the Tandoori platter. But, what I can't stop thinking about is the desserts! (I have a major sweet tooth). We had Kheer, Gaajar Halwa and the ginger Kulfi.... I honestly can't tell you which one I loved more. What made our experience even more special was the owner, who took the time to come to our table and check on us. His genuine enthusiasm for the menu was infectious, and he offered us great recommendations, sharing his personal favorites. It felt like we were dining with a friend rather than just another customer. Overall, All india cafe exceeded our expectations in every way. We can't wait to return for another round of amazing food and to catch up with the wonderful owner who made our visit so memorable! Highly recommended!

The food is fresh and so very tasty! The staff is friendly. I don’t live nearby but make the trek to All India Cafe! Their chicken tikka masala is one of the best I’ve ever had! The homemade ginger ice cream is so unique an delicious! I recommend All India Cafe to everyone!

I recently visited this restaurant and it was an absolute delight! From the moment I walked in, the warm ambiance and friendly staff made me feel right at home. The menu had an impressive selection of both traditional and contemporary Indian dishes.

We get delivery or take-out from All India a lot, they are our favorite local Indian restaurant. They have a wide range of appetizers which I love. My favorite is the Masala Dosa and the Eggplant Salad. It's all pretty good, I haven't had a bad dish from them ever. Maybe I've gotten lucky but we've tried most of what's on their menu at least once over the years so not sure what the negative reviews are about. I haven't even eaten in, might make a difference?

Great food great atmosphere and great service. Chicken tandoori was amazing!

I absolutely love this restaurant, and we've been coming here for years—never once have we been disappointed. The ambiance is cozy and intimate, with a bit of moody charm, while the service is always top-notch and incredibly friendly. As for the food, it's consistently amazing. During our most recent visit, the chef/owner himself was our server and recommended some exciting new appetizers and cocktails. The Pani Puri shots were a game-changer—packed with flavor and a unique, fun presentation I won't spoil! The vada pau sliders were warm and delicious, and the tikka masala and naan were, as always, perfect. I adore this place and can't wait for my next visit! :)

I’ve tried many Indian restaurants in the past, however this was like no other. As soon as I entered with my parents I was greeted by a kind waiter who showed us to our seats. The atmosphere was great, with subtle Indian music playing in the background not overly loud, allowing me and my parents to talk at a casual volume. The food was great, with the Pani Puri Shots being a perfect blend between tangy and sweet. The Coco Da Pasta was a must try and I 100% recommend. Overall, they very much deserve the 5 stars and you definitely won’t be disappointed!

We didn’t know where we wanted to eat for my birthday dinner, we smelled something HEAVENLY across the street and decided we wanted THAT. 12/10 service and hospitality, and the food was AMAZING. We live an hour away but we will definitely be coming back for future dinners! Affordable home cooked food and comforting atmosphere.

The food here is absolutely incredible! Hands down the best Indian restaurant around. Their new Indian street craves menu items are delicious. I tried the pani puri shots for the first time, and what an experience it was—simply amazing! The flavors were spot on and fresh. The vada pau sliders were also my favorite. The staff is super friendly, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. Highly recommend!

Nice place to have hot tea and Bhel puri before ur main course and can accommodate allergies like mine as well (no onion and no garlic).

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This place was amazing, you must try the carrot pudding dessert!!! The owner is very knowledgeable and will answer any question you have. If you like Indian food you need to check this place out!!!!

Stopped in this past weekend while shopping in Old Town and loved the food! We started with the bhel puri appetizer, which was tangy and light. We then ordered the chicken & lamb tikka masala lunch specials. The tikka masala sauce and aloo mattar were delicious, the nan was a nice soft texture, but the dal of the day was just ok. Service was quick and attentive. Overall, a great meal. We’ll definitely be back!😋

**Exceptional Dining Experience at All India Cafe!** During our travels from Orlando, FL, we had the pleasure of dining at **All India Cafe** in Pasadena, and it was an outstanding experience! The food was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and prepared with high-quality ingredients. We ordered vegetarian dishes, and every bite was a delight. Beyond the food, the restaurant was spotless and maintained an exceptional level of cleanliness, creating a comfortable atmosphere for dining. The staff were incredibly polite, welcoming, and attentive, making the experience even more enjoyable. The service was top-notch, and you could feel the dedication in ensuring guests had the best dining experience possible. If you're looking for **authentic Indian cuisine** with good quality and a warm, inviting ambiance, **All India Cafe** is definitely worth a visit! Rajesh

We love this place so much. Get the Tikka masala and garlic naan and mango lassi and whatever else. Incredible.

As soon as you walk in it’s colorful, bright and happy! The seating is really nice with fresh flowers and nice small table lamps. The service was so friendly! We met the family owners and had. A nice conversation. It was my grandmother’s 98th bday so everyone sang happy birthday with mango ice cream and a candle! The food, the most important thing. Was fantastic!! I’ve been to the other All India’s in Glendale and Pasadena and they are the best! Arcadia’s cafe was amazing! We ate a ton and still need to go back to try more dishes! Love this place!!

The food was amazing. Everyone at the table was super happy with it…would definitely come back. Lost of flavor. Sorry forgot to take before. But this is the after. lol!

We ordered the Baigan bharta (eggplant puree) , raita (yogurt side, kachumber (cumber side), rice and garlic Naan. Every dish was full of flavor just like I enjoy my food. Absolutely a must go if you are in the mood to waken your taste buds and savor spices.

Busy night in Pasadena due to a huge concert at the Rose bowl. Restaurants were very busy. Arrived here on time and found a great table, clean, inviting and warm ambiance. I have a severe gluten allergy, thankfully this place saved my night. We had a delightful dinner with drinks after visiting the Norton Simon museum. See you soon. ✨

We eat Indian food a lot and this place is the best! We loved the ambiance with the option to sit on cushions at a floor table. Our server was so sweet and accommodating. And most importantly, the food was AMAZING. Like I said, we eat Indian food all the time. We don’t live in this neighborhood but will be coming back and bringing our kids.

You know it’s a good sign when the place is packed when you get there! We easily got a table and loved the great service and the whole ambiance was nice! The only downside was the portions were small? but the food tasted amazing so that definitely is a plus!

One of my favorite places to get Indian food. I usually stick to the Thali Special with chicken because you get 2 samosas and desert included. It's a pretty busy a pretty big meal, 3 people could easily share this, though I have a big appetite and can almost finish it with one more person. If you go here make sure to park in the structure directly in front of the restaurant (next to the other Indian place) because you get 90 free minutes and it's like $2 for every 10 or 15 minutes. When I eat in the area I usually make it in free 90min.

Seated for 4 immediately. Dined outside. Staff was kind. Good place to grab a quick lunch! Check their list of lunch specials! We had the Vegetarian Plate I Came with salad, Dal, rice, curried veggies, and we had Roti bread as a bread option (usually comes with Naan.

I went with my girl today and she is a very picky eater so I did not know what to expect. We ordered cheese naan with samosas for an appetizer and really enjoyed it. The cheese naan came with chutney and the chutney with the cheese paired really well, we both enjoyed it. The samosas were very yummy, crispy on the outside and the sauces were really good. For entrees, we ordered a chicken tikka masala lunch and a tandoori chicken lunch. Both were very very good, we left full and happy. The ambiance is nice as well, a warm atmosphere and a nice break from walking old town. 10/10 would come again

I had the lamb massala with Mango lassi, and it they were both delectable and yummy. The portions were fair, the rice could've used a little more flaring, but I'm not upset. SHOP LOCAL, nice little Indian restaurant if you're in the area. Very affordable lunch specials.

Maureen San

Busy night in Pasadena due to a huge concert at the Rose bowl. Restaurants were very busy. Arrived here on time and found a great table, clean, inviting and warm ambiance. I have a severe gluten allergy, thankfully this place saved my night. We had a delightful dinner with drinks after visiting the Norton Simon museum. See you soon. ✨

Marie Moreau

We ordered the Baigan bharta (eggplant puree) , raita (yogurt side, kachumber (cumber side), rice and garlic Naan. Every dish was full of flavor just like I enjoy my food. Absolutely a must go if you are in the mood to waken your taste buds and savor spices.

Liz Elg

We eat Indian food a lot and this place is the best! We loved the ambiance with the option to sit on cushions at a floor table. Our server was so sweet and accommodating. And most importantly, the food was AMAZING. Like I said, we eat Indian food all the time. We don’t live in this neighborhood but will be coming back and bringing our kids.

Taran K

You know it’s a good sign when the place is packed when you get there! We easily got a table and loved the great service and the whole ambiance was nice! The only downside was the portions were small? but the food tasted amazing so that definitely is a plus!

Dan Valencia

One of my favorite places to get Indian food. I usually stick to the Thali Special with chicken because you get 2 samosas and desert included. It's a pretty busy a pretty big meal, 3 people could easily share this, though I have a big appetite and can almost finish it with one more person. If you go here make sure to park in the structure directly in front of the restaurant (next to the other Indian place) because you get 90 free minutes and it's like $2 for every 10 or 15 minutes. When I eat in the area I usually make it in free 90min.

MoSai MuSic

Seated for 4 immediately. Dined outside. Staff was kind. Good place to grab a quick lunch! Check their list of lunch specials! We had the Vegetarian Plate I Came with salad, Dal, rice, curried veggies, and we had Roti bread as a bread option (usually comes with Naan.

Luis Arellano

I went with my girl today and she is a very picky eater so I did not know what to expect. We ordered cheese naan with samosas for an appetizer and really enjoyed it. The cheese naan came with chutney and the chutney with the cheese paired really well, we both enjoyed it. The samosas were very yummy, crispy on the outside and the sauces were really good. For entrees, we ordered a chicken tikka masala lunch and a tandoori chicken lunch. Both were very very good, we left full and happy. The ambiance is nice as well, a warm atmosphere and a nice break from walking old town. 10/10 would come again

Hugo Aguas

I had the lamb massala with Mango lassi, and it they were both delectable and yummy. The portions were fair, the rice could've used a little more flaring, but I'm not upset. SHOP LOCAL, nice little Indian restaurant if you're in the area. Very affordable lunch specials.

Itzel O.

The food here is absolutely incredible! Hands down the best Indian restaurant around. Their new Indian street craves menu items are delicious. I tried the pani puri shots for the first time, and what an experience it was—simply amazing! The flavors were spot on and fresh. The vada pau sliders were also my favorite. The staff is super friendly, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. Highly recommend!

From the delicious, fresh food to the fantastic customer service - my boyfriend and I had the best time here! Really nice environment inside too, such a nice place to pop in for lunch. Happy to have found it and can’t wait to come back! (The dahi potato puri is my new favorite!)

Fantastic experience. The food was outstanding — flavorful, fresh, and beautifully prepared. Everything we ordered was delicious. I also really appreciated how welcoming and accommodating the staff were to me and my service dog. They treated us with genuine kindness and professionalism, which meant a lot. It’s rare to find both amazing food and such thoughtful service. Highly recommend.

I love this restaurant. The food is amazing and they have plenty of tasty vegan options. I recommend getting the nirvana tofu, naan (no butter) and saffron rice! The samosas are also delicious!

Parker Wojciechowski (Parker Bryn)

From the delicious, fresh food to the fantastic customer service - my boyfriend and I had the best time here! Really nice environment inside too, such a nice place to pop in for lunch. Happy to have found it and can’t wait to come back! (The dahi potato puri is my new favorite!)

Bob Drew

Stopped in this past weekend while shopping in Old Town and loved the food! We started with the bhel puri appetizer, which was tangy and light. We then ordered the chicken & lamb tikka masala lunch specials. The tikka masala sauce and aloo mattar were delicious, the nan was a nice soft texture, but the dal of the day was just ok. Service was quick and attentive. Overall, a great meal. We’ll definitely be back!😋

Decent enough. Service was so so. Nice decor, we decided to sit outside since it was nice out. The appetizers were awesome, and the main dishes came quickly. However, I asked for extra hot, and it really wasn’t. I enjoyed the fact that they bring it out on the platters, I love eating it this way. But the chicken tikka masala I ordered was not spicy at all, and was kind of watery. Everything else was good though, so I will give them another try in the future..

Decent Indian cuisine with many options.

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Really good food. Liked the samosas and tandoori chicken. If you order pickup, don't plan on it being ready on time though. Had to wait about a half hour after the extreme end of the scheduled pickup during the afternoon on the weekend. So plan accordingly. In fairness, I've found this to be true many places nowadays. I might not order out on the weekends or order way ahead of time. It's a good sign for restaurant side if the economy I guess.

Lamb Masala was absolutely delicious; creamy and cooked perfect. The vegetable dishes were amazingly savory and aromatic. Sadly, the Chicken Tikka entree was dry and under-seasoned. However, the flavors of this restaurant are superb.

This small Indian restaurant has a small outdoor patio where you can also enjoy you food. Late-night dinner with friends sounds like fun at this place to have a conversation and be able to hear each other. The food prices are fair and so is the quality and food portions. It does look like it is a family run business so we made sure to tip the bit extra. They also were very attentive and nice as they let us know if we wanted to order anything else before they closed down the kitchen. This place is not luxurious in any way but if you don't mind that then you should check this place out. Don't forget to follow me on IG @Now_We_Grub Thanks all

We stopped for some samosa, Chaat and chai. All of the items were pretty decent, a bit on the potatoe-y side but overall very fresh. Only wished they would have brought it all out at once like a proper chai+samosa snack instead of one item at a time.

Learned that this restaurant is operating since 1997, went there for dinner. Food was delicious. Authentic taste of appetizers certainly takes you back to India, great aroma and flavors.Ordered paratha and Malai koftas. Our server Suman was great! I would recommend it.

Don’t listen to the haters, this place rocks. Solid food all around, varied lunch specials, great service, white tablecloths, like…what else could you possibly want?!

We came to try their dine LA menu. It is worth the price. The food was good but not the best Indian restaurant I have tried.

Amy Vu

We came to try their dine LA menu. It is worth the price. The food was good but not the best Indian restaurant I have tried.

Great food, the owners are great too, plus the staff is very helpful! When I was in LA, I never felt like I left home back in India when I was at this café. You gotta let 'em know though “make it Indian style” to get the real taste however - it’s not hot but it’s really flavorful!

Tavish

Great food, the owners are great too, plus the staff is very helpful! When I was in LA, I never felt like I left home back in India when I was at this café. You gotta let 'em know though “make it Indian style” to get the real taste however - it’s not hot but it’s really flavorful!

I’ve been here many times and usually the food is pretty good. Today for some reason, there were no peas in the peas and potatoes, just potatoes and water, and there were no lentils in my lentil soup, just broth. Walked away hungry today for the first time ever. No one asked me about how I liked it, so I told the waiter. Not really anything done about it, just asked me if it was OK. May have been an off day, but it would be nice if they did something about it.

Ordered vegetable tikka masala and did not have much flavor. I’ve definitely have had better Indian food. The naan also didn’t have much flavor. A bit disappointed for what you expect.

Akbar up the street closed down I guess, so we went here. Clean place, weird slightly uncomfortable chairs. Like wooden chairs with a floppy cushion on top like the mismatched stuff at Granny's house. Service was good. Hardly had to wait for anything on a Friday night dinner service at 7pm. Let's get to the food. The naan bread is excellent. We got cheese and garlic. Both great for sopping up the sauces and eating with your hands. UNFORTUNATELY the vindaloo and Tikka masala was light on any flavor. Normally Indian food is very tasty, very flavorful, and has spice and salt. This almost tasted watered down. Literally the only flavor was the solid chunks of jalepenos in my vindaloo. I don't know if it's because this place is in old Town so they need to kick it down a notch for people not into exotic foods, but it was really a disappointment for me, because I feel like they need to bump up the flavors. On a scale of 1-10, the flavors were around a 3-4. The food itself is good quality, hot, well cooked, and tender. I finished all of it, so it was acceptable. But at this rate, not a repeat.

Food is good but a bit pricy dinner for two is always $90 for a nan 2 plates and water.

Food was okay. We dined in and they need to fix the ventilation, it smelled like something had burned slightly and it felt like there was smoke in the air, it was unpleasant, once I got into the fresh air I realized my clothes smelled like they belonged to a short order cook. The service is super uneven to the point of lackadaisical, because it's pretty apparent that the majority of their business is focused on takeout, and so the table service seems like it gets in the way of their main business. It was pretty pricey too, they told us to get the standard kind of sampler of chutneys that comes for free in almost every Indian restaurant I've been in, they said it would cost $4

Jim Sherman

Food was okay. We dined in and they need to fix the ventilation, it smelled like something had burned slightly and it felt like there was smoke in the air, it was unpleasant, once I got into the fresh air I realized my clothes smelled like they belonged to a short order cook. The service is super uneven to the point of lackadaisical, because it's pretty apparent that the majority of their business is focused on takeout, and so the table service seems like it gets in the way of their main business. It was pretty pricey too, they told us to get the standard kind of sampler of chutneys that comes for free in almost every Indian restaurant I've been in, they said it would cost $4

This place is very hit and miss. Ive had a great curry from here but my last visit sucked. We waited to be served fir so long we were looking at venues for other establishments. Then what I recieved was not what I ordered.

I think their chef never had sambar in life they are selling masoor Daal with Dosa. Their sambar deserve -ve rank if I have option. The worst taste of sambar I experienced. But shahi paneer was good. So please don't sell the dish and disappoint if someone came speacilly to saw Dosa Menu.

Tried this place out yesterday for dinner. I had never been here before, and with the limited Indian options in this area, bought some curries, tandoori wings and a mango lassi for my parents to share. The ambiance of All India Cafe is very authentic and well-decorated. It is a relaxing place to dine. The fish tikka masala had flavor. Also ordered the saag vegan one. Both were seasoned properly, although not as good as others we've had before. We quickly devoured the wings. I hadn't seen this appetizer offered at other Indian restaurants and was eager to try. My parents didn't like their lassi; they claimed a lot of salt had been added to it, and it tasted like something we could make at home. With so many restaurants in the area, I don't think I would return. EDIT: I am glad that the owner cares enough to read and reply to my review. My favorites were the vegan curry and tandoori wings. In the future, I'd hope they could add some more vegetarian dishes.

Rev Doddy

This place is very hit and miss. Ive had a great curry from here but my last visit sucked. We waited to be served fir so long we were looking at venues for other establishments. Then what I recieved was not what I ordered.

Esther Leng

Tried this place out yesterday for dinner. I had never been here before, and with the limited Indian options in this area, bought some curries, tandoori wings and a mango lassi for my parents to share. The ambiance of All India Cafe is very authentic and well-decorated. It is a relaxing place to dine. The fish tikka masala had flavor. Also ordered the saag vegan one. Both were seasoned properly, although not as good as others we've had before. We quickly devoured the wings. I hadn't seen this appetizer offered at other Indian restaurants and was eager to try. My parents didn't like their lassi; they claimed a lot of salt had been added to it, and it tasted like something we could make at home. With so many restaurants in the area, I don't think I would return. EDIT: I am glad that the owner cares enough to read and reply to my review. My favorites were the vegan curry and tandoori wings. In the future, I'd hope they could add some more vegetarian dishes.

The food gets 3 stars. We ordered two lamb dishes and two chicken dishes. All of the meat was very tough and somewhat tasteless. The cucumbers in the cucumber salad were all mushy and not crunchy as if they had been sitting in the sauce for days. The Samosas and the chutneys were very good though. The reason I gave it two star is because they made me wait for 45 for my pickup order even though I left the house after I got a message from the ordering site that the food is ready for pick up. I understand mistakes happen, but the person in charge kept acting like it's not their fault at all and he has no idea what I'm talking about. I then waited 45 minutes, and when I asked why it took so long he told me, with an attitude, "we're busy" and looked away. Most places will give you a free appetizer or something as a gesture, or at least an apology, but here all I got was an attitude as if it was my fault. And never mind that our guest were waiting for me at home. I don't think I'll eat here or order take out from them again.

My husband and I will go far and wide for good Indian food. We ordered the tandoori chicken for two since it was our anniversary. While the flavor was pretty good, the portion was the side of an appetizer. We ordered the eggplant side dish, but the flavor lacked the usual depth we love about Indian food. The rice pudding was just sweet milk with a few kernels of rice. It was very disappointing. Most of the business seemed to be delivery. The wait staff were very nice though.

I have come here for years, and I’ve only seen the quality of food and service decline. My last visit I was served their chicken tikka kabob, and the chicken was either freezer burned or left exposed in the refrigerator. It was dried out to the point of being inedible, and it was obviously that way but they served it to me anyway. They also significantly shorted me the chutney that was included in the dish, compared to my previous visits. Interestingly, one can order additional chutney. The tandoori chicken salad has also declined in quality, with the lettuce being tiny pieces. I also have seen the service get from bad to worse. They don’t refill drinks but maybe once during your meal, at the end of the meal. They don’t ask how the food is. At the end of my meal, it’s sometimes this elderly tall man with a turban who wasn’t my waiter who takes my card to pay. He has zero hospitality and acted like I was potentially not going to pay and dash out the door. I have always paid my check in full with at least a 20% tip in hopes they’ll improve service for me, as I would consider myself somewhat a regular. That hasn’t worked. I feel they take me for granted and the quality of the food certainly has declined from at least a year ago. Therefore, I wouldn’t recommend this restaurant to someone. It’s a shame they run it with zero hospitality and the decline in food quality is clearly evident. It’s like you get half what you pay for, and they treat you with suspicion like you won’t or can’t pay for it, which is almost an admission on their part they’re shorting you.

After my friend finally watched the documentaries" the game changers " , " what the health" and YouTube "dairy is scary". She is on the plantbased/vegan journey for health now! Yay! If you haven't you should, it's life changing !!!! We ordered Dosa and the Spinach dish. Wow it was so greasy and bleh I wont say this is Vegan friendly since I would say they just remove the dead bodies from your plate. Coconut Chuntney that comes with Dosa aren't even Vegan. Most places I have been for Dosa. The chuntey is vegan. The Dosa itself was just okay with not much filling either and expensive for what it is. Might as well go to Namaste Spiceland which is like 2 miles maybe away. Better price and taste better. I miss the Dosa in India for sure. This is just an average Indian place with really strange vibe & ambiance. Not sure why the high rating. In search of real Indian place with good food quality food . Next!

First of all they don't have parking, you have to park on your own expense. I ordered paneer makhni n naan. Naan were soft n good but paneer makhni was nothing at all like paneer makhni. It was like we were having paneer in tomato puree. Even for onions n chillis they were charging. I went there to have some good indian taste as I heard the owner is Punjabi but the food was disappointing.

Had a craving for Indian food and remembered this place being really good years ago. Decided to give it another shot and spent about $50 on two lunch specials plus an a la carte item. Got the chicken curry and chicken tikka masala. Honestly… everything was just bland. Like surprisingly bland. Indian food is supposed to be rich, bold, and full of flavor—this felt like it was holding back. I kept waiting for the spices to kick in, and they just never showed up. Not terrible, but definitely underwhelming. Maybe it was an off day, but for the price and the memories I had, it didn’t live up. Hoping it was a fluke, because this place used to hit way harder.

I would give it four stars if it was not for some issues. I was at the restaurant yesterday for lunch with my family, we ordered three thalis and a lamb naan. 1. The kebabs were not at all soft and melt in the mouth type, in fact they were hard and had to be cut into pieces. 2. The rice served was cold, Indian food is always piping hot. 3. The layered paratha was just a tough naan. A paratha is normally loaded with ghee as that is what makes it flaky/layered. 4. A 'tea chai' was priced at over $5!!!! ( It's chai, which means tea). 5. We showed them the menu pamphlet and asked for what THEIR offer said....a 10% discount on the entire order, this was not given at the time of paying the bill. It was given only when pointed out to them. Why is that so?? It's disappointing to know that the restaurant owners take advantage of ignorant people. We were the only Indians there for lunch.

Anita

I would give it four stars if it was not for some issues. I was at the restaurant yesterday for lunch with my family, we ordered three thalis and a lamb naan. 1. The kebabs were not at all soft and melt in the mouth type, in fact they were hard and had to be cut into pieces. 2. The rice served was cold, Indian food is always piping hot. 3. The layered paratha was just a tough naan. A paratha is normally loaded with ghee as that is what makes it flaky/layered. 4. A 'tea chai' was priced at over $5!!!! ( It's chai, which means tea). 5. We showed them the menu pamphlet and asked for what THEIR offer said....a 10% discount on the entire order, this was not given at the time of paying the bill. It was given only when pointed out to them. Why is that so?? It's disappointing to know that the restaurant owners take advantage of ignorant people. We were the only Indians there for lunch.

komal singh

First of all they don't have parking, you have to park on your own expense. I ordered paneer makhni n naan. Naan were soft n good but paneer makhni was nothing at all like paneer makhni. It was like we were having paneer in tomato puree. Even for onions n chillis they were charging. I went there to have some good indian taste as I heard the owner is Punjabi but the food was disappointing.

The rice dal and veg on the thali was unacceptable and not for the Indian pallette really tasteless. The naan was fresh and Tikka kabab were the only 2 items that were reasonably good though the kababs were dry but did taste good & fresh. Sorry to say I cannot recommend the place for good Indian food. Attitude of the host could be better/friendlier.

Abhinav Gargye

The rice dal and veg on the thali was unacceptable and not for the Indian pallette really tasteless. The naan was fresh and Tikka kabab were the only 2 items that were reasonably good though the kababs were dry but did taste good & fresh. Sorry to say I cannot recommend the place for good Indian food. Attitude of the host could be better/friendlier.

The food portions are incredibly bad. The chef doesn't know how to make aloo parathas and their shrimp curry apparently has potatoes. To ensure you have great food, try considering feedbacks constructively and not act rude. For the first time I am giving a worst review here at Pasadena. Strongly discourage customers to this restaurant!!

The worst Indian food EVERRRR!!!! Please do not waste your money. They’re one of those business that try to save their products/food past expiration to avoid spending more to provide customers with fresh food . I received spoiled food. Their food is cold, and literally disgusting. Read ALL their one starts before purchasing. Save your money and try another Indian spot.

I ordered the tandoori platter which was really awful. It seemed like the meat was reheated. It was dry, stale, and tasteless. The ambiance is interesting but they seemed understaffed and service was slow. I liked the basmati but I don't recommend this place because the food they offered me was unacceptable.

I recently had an unfortunate experience at All India Cafe while making a delivery. The wait time for the order was nearly half an hour, which not only inconvenienced me but also left my customer waiting much longer than expected. What was even more disappointing was the restaurant's approach to handling orders. It seemed like they were taking on more orders than they could handle efficiently. When I inquired about the estimated time for order completion, I was met with rudeness from the staff. They not only failed to provide a reasonable response but also raised their voices and suggested that I cancel the order and leave. This behavior left me quite taken aback. In my opinion, customer service is a crucial aspect of any restaurant, and such disrespectful and unprofessional behavior should not be tolerated. It's essential for businesses to prioritize effective communication and treat both customers and delivery personnel with respect and courtesy. My experience at All India Cafe fell far short of these expectations, and I hope they consider improving their customer service in the future.

terrible food they have rats in the back of the building going in and out not worth your health

Just ordered food from here and it was the worst thing ever eaten. I got a masala dosa and it was so sour I could barely digest it. The dosa batter seemed like they reused another type of batter for dosa because it was super thick and not crunchy at all. Every bite was horrible to eat. I also ordered the lamb sheesh kebab and that was also disgusting. Lack of flavor all around. To anyone thinking of going here.... DON'T. Think twice before going. I recommend fasting rather than eating here.

I ordered food over the phone. He said the food would be ready in 30 minutes. It's a lie. Even after an hour, the food didn't come out. Can you believe it? Never take out! You will be late for your appointment. S

This was my favorite Indian restaurant for over 15 years. The owner sold it, its obvious, and the quality of food, the flavor the freshness, is all gone. Im so sad. Will not be returning. I miss the old owner. He knew quality and how to run his shop.

I ordered $50 worth of food only to get home and find out that rice isn’t included with tikka masala —it has to be ordered separately. I’ve never encountered this before, especially not after spending that much. It's incredibly disappointing and misleading. If you're going to charge that much, the basics like rice should be included. Also, the masala has huge chunks of chicken (looks barely chopped up) and the naan is burnt.

I couldnt give less than 1 star or I would have because the entire experience was not worth it, the food wasnt upto any freaking standards, and on top of that the service was horrible - like they were serving under entitlement. The food overall was okayish but except that wouldn’t recommend, save your weekend for any other decent place.

Stay away from this place, the taste is terrible. The worst food I ever had. Service was okay. But taste that’s the most important thing which they lack

Poor service, food, and overall experience. Was showing a Indian friend the area and saw that this is a spot with decent reviews. When we walked in we were quite excited as the ambiance and aroma were on point. The pleasantness of the experience ended there. It took awhile to order even after recieving acknowledgement from the servers. Once the order was placed and food arrived it only got worse. The garlic naan was burnt through. The brown rice I ordered was billed as basmati rice... it was not and it was stale and hard. Attached pictures show this. My lamb curry was very okay. Oh by the way they charge extra for rice, the entree includes nothing, just a bowl of sauce and some meat. A friend of mine tried to talk to one of the server about the above. She literally walked off mid-sentence. Sad.

Don’t waste your time and money. Also, this is NOT how Indian food is! I’ll let the picture do the talking. 3 Cheese Naan, all burnt to coal. And to top it all the manager Surya was so rude when I called up to let them know about quality issues. The biryani was ice cold and foul tasting/ smelling.

Worst service I’ve ever experienced. Walked in on a busy day and, as expected, the restaurant was completely full. We asked the host for a table for five, fully expecting a wait-time estimate or to be added to a waitlist. Instead, he looked visibly annoyed, scanned the room (as if we couldn’t already see it was full), shrugged, and said there were no empty tables. That was it. No courtesy, no explanation, no attempt at basic hospitality. When we had to ask how long the wait would be, he reluctantly said “30 minutes to an hour” in the most unenthusiastic tone, followed by yet another shrug. He never once offered to put our name on a waitlist. This level of dismissiveness is unacceptable, especially in a service-driven industry. The staff clearly needs proper training in basic customer service and communication. We left frustrated and took our business elsewhere.

Rhea Indurkar

Worst service I’ve ever experienced. Walked in on a busy day and, as expected, the restaurant was completely full. We asked the host for a table for five, fully expecting a wait-time estimate or to be added to a waitlist. Instead, he looked visibly annoyed, scanned the room (as if we couldn’t already see it was full), shrugged, and said there were no empty tables. That was it. No courtesy, no explanation, no attempt at basic hospitality. When we had to ask how long the wait would be, he reluctantly said “30 minutes to an hour” in the most unenthusiastic tone, followed by yet another shrug. He never once offered to put our name on a waitlist. This level of dismissiveness is unacceptable, especially in a service-driven industry. The staff clearly needs proper training in basic customer service and communication. We left frustrated and took our business elsewhere.