Ara Ratnam

Sincerely beyond delicious. Some of the best Indian food in LA. I liked that the samosa was a little lighter than usual & both the paneer masala and makhini were faaaaabulous god I wish I could eat it again. And omg the NAAN it was incredible

Caroline Harabedian

I’ve visited both Lal Mirch locations — Agoura Hills and Studio City — and they’re consistently excellent. The Studio City spot has a chic, polished vibe that elevates the whole dining experience. The food is delicious, the service is great, and the ambiance is warm and stylish. And if you’re lucky enough to be served by Abu, you’re in for a special treat — his attention, personality, and hospitality make the meal even better. Highly recommend!

New favorite Indian spot! We ordered the house dinner which came with more than enough food for two people. Very generous portions and reasonably priced. We were absolutely blown away by the food, and the service was incredible as well.

Isabella Williams

My boyfriend and I love coming here. The food is always delicious and fresh. The service and great. Shout out to Abu on the waitstaff. He recognizes previous customers which always adds a homey feel. They will never rush you even when busy. We always order lots of food so we have leftovers :) stand out dishes are the chicken korma, naan bread with garlic, and the chicken samosas. Always ask the waitstaff if you wanna try something new!

Sophie Kim

Amazing restaurant with incredible service & delicious food. Our server Abu really went above & beyond after we mentioned it was our first time visiting the restaurant. He surprised us with so many complimentary items & dishes to try. Everything we ate was so comforting & flavorful. The prices are super fair & the portions are very big! We will definitely be coming back & highly recommend!!!

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Niki Saccareccia

Still the BEST of the best and so consistent. This is my 6th or 7th time coming in the last year and a half and EVERY time the service is impeccable, kind, courteous, generous. The atmosphere is lovely and both the owner and staff are lovely. Then there’s the food - absolutely fantastic. You can taste the fresh ground spices in the masala and the desserts. The naan is fluffy and light - onion, garlic and plain are so delicious. We’ve gotten the butter chicken every time, the lamb kofta is great, saag paneer, samosas and chicken tikka are all 5 stars. Well cooked, well seasoned, simply plated because the flavor stands alone. Street parking or a small lot behind the restaurant. Come hungry!

Ani Shirvanian

We are repeat customers and we love Lal Mirch! Everything is incredible from the food to the service. Thank you Abu for another wonderful evening! All of the food quality is consistently delicious and flavorful. The staff checked in on us repeatedly and made sure that we were happy with our meal. We had the chicken tikka masala, lamb bhuna and garlic naan.

Adrian Ybanez Mercado

Came in for thanksgiving this year and had the most incredible time! Food was amazing and Abu was the best server I've ever had. 10/10 would travel from the OC back to Studio City again!!!! Shoutout Hardlore for showing me this place!! Had the Paneer Masala medium, Cheese Naan, Chicken Tikka appetizer, all of them were 10/10

Layal Younan

Wow. This place was amazing to say the least. The service was impeccable, the flavors were immaculate, and the vibes were perfect. Abu was a great worker, he went above and beyond to make sure we were satisfied. He was super accommodating and the food came at such a great time. Large portion sizes. The house dinner is fantastic, we were full and still had plenty to take home as leftovers. 100% you should go, you won’t regret it. I will be coming back. Also, the chicken is so tender, the garlic naan is incredible, the workers were all so nice.

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Florence Gurevich

Lal Mirch is fantastic! The garlic cheese naan was soft, flavorful, and absolutely addictive. The shrimp biryani was perfectly spiced with tender shrimp and fragrant rice. The chicken tikka tandoori was juicy, smoky, and well-marinated, cooked perfectly with great char. We also loved the baigan bhorta, which had a great smoky flavor and tasted very fresh. Everything was well-prepared and full of authentic flavor. On top of the amazing food, the customer service was exceptional; friendly, attentive, and welcoming. A special shout-out to our waiter Abu, who was incredibly kind, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect. Definitely a place worth coming back to!

Danielle E.

Great visit to Lal Mirch! We were well cared for by our server, Abu. The garlic naan was super tasty and humongous— perfect warmth and balance of soft and crispiness. Absolutely loved the butter chicken— this was a must have. The sauce was super tasty in the most fulfilling way. We had a not so great experience at a different Indian cuisine restaurant so this totally more than made up for it. Definitely will visit again.

Kristi Doan

Phenomenal food! Dining here was truly an experience. Clean white linens, sterling silverware, yet the environment felt comforting just if you're in the best home - full of love and great hospitality. Thank you so much to Abu, for the attentive and friendly service. He truly has the best recommendations and works incredibly hard all with a beautiful smile! Price point is very affordable. Best to bring a buddy or a group of people to share plates - family style! Thank you to the staff and owner for dinner today! My friends and I will surely keep this wonderful place in mind the next time we dine out. All the blessings 🙏🏻

Matt Meyer

My favorite (and most likely the best) Indian restaurant in LA! The food is always amazing - we went on a Thursday and it was suuuuper fresh. I love the Murgh Makhni, aka butter chicken. The textures are amazing, and I personally like the medium spice which has a nice blend of heat, but you can still taste all the lovely notes. Tried the onion naan and it was an unexpected standout! Do yourself a favor and get a mango lassi with it, and the donuts to finish it off. The most pillowy, freshest spiced donuts served in a delicious syrup. We keep coming back!!

brenda hua

Wow. Genuinely one of the best dinner experiences we've ever had. Came as a group of four and was fed enough food for a family of 8. Abu was our server and not only was he above and beyond on the service, he brought out so many freebies for us. We ordered the set dinner with the tandoori chicken, tikka masala and paneer. It also came with dessert and tea! Highly highly recommend!

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Came here with my family for my dad’s birthday tonight! It was my parents first time and we got the best experience! Everybody here is so friendly and hospitable. Abu and the rest of the crew constantly checked on us. Service alone was top notch. As far as the food goes, 10/10 their lamb is to die for. Garlic naan..phenomenal. Mango lassi, perfect. I just want to thank Abu and his amazing team for making my parents first experience with Indian food memorable and making my dad’s birthday the best 60th birthday the best! You guys just gained new customers for life.

Josh Separzadeh

Lal mirch in Studio City was such a pleasant surprise. We ordered the chicken korma, chicken tikka masala, saag paneer, cheese naan, and samosas, everything was genuinely excellent. Rich, comforting, and clearly made with care. The service really elevated the experience too. They were warm and attentive, and at the end they brought us hot tea and tapioca on the house, which felt thoughtful and generous. I usually default to ordering Indian food in, but actually going out for this made the meal feel special in a way takeout rarely does. Definitely a place I’d come back to, both for the food and the hospitality.

Alex Menenberg

Lal Mirch is one of my favorite Studio City neighborhood spots. I discovered it about six months ago and I’ve been going almost every week since. The food is outstanding every time. The fish tandoori has become one of my favorite dishes anywhere, which is incredibly flavorful and tender with a little crispiness on the edges (yum!). The saag paneer is another favorite - rich, delicious, and so satisfying. I like to also try new items from the menu and everything has been excellent. Not only is the food delicious, but also the team here is warm, welcoming, and always a pleasure to see. It is the kind of place that has quickly become familiar and comfortable. I recently noticed they also do catering so I decided to have them cater for my annual holiday party and it was a huge success. The food was packed carefully, it traveled well, and everyone loved it. They even helped load everything into my car, which made the whole process so easy. I will definitely be using them to cater again whenever the next occasion comes up. I love this place and highly recommend it.

Cassie Autumn

My family and I are obsessed with this spot or Indian food! Lal Mirch has become our go-to for the past couple of years—it never disappoints with their magnificent service and romantic atmosphere in the restaurant. We usually order for to-go, but our last experience with Abu solidified how tough it is to try other Indian restaurants elsewhere. We got the chicken tikka, chicken tikka masala, paratha, tandoori roti, chicken korma, fish madras, and saag paneer along with white biryani and all the extra condiments like chutneys and yogurt. It was super tough to decide what was our favorites! Everything was perfectly flavored and spiced (ordered medium, but you can play it safe with mild). This time, we realized that the fish madras is going to be a new favorite! The fish and tomatoes are sublimely cooked whereas the sauce is not too heavy but it’s zingy and flavorful. Even with being fully satiated, we brought home more than plenty of leftovers. Lastly, I can’t emphasize the service enough. The food came out quickly and Abu was the sweetest and provided us with the utmost care. He always offered requests for more food, drinks, sauces, and desserts—trust that you’ll have the best dine-in experience with him and his team!!

Ali Younis

Overall: 10/10 would recommend this place. Everyone Ive brought here has loved it and asks to come back. This is my go-to Indian spot! Food: Amazing! This is probably one of the best Indian spots Ive been to in a long time! I've been here a couple of times and basically everything I've tried tasted amazing. I usually start off with the Samosas and Pakoras (which always come out fresh and hot). Ive also had the vegetable soup (Mulligatawny Soup) and it was honestly one of the best soups Ive had at a restaurant! The biryani is always a must, vegetable, chicken , chicken tikka, whatever you choose you'll love it. I also highly recommend the Tofu Bhuna (amazingly spiced), the Baingan Bharta (deep roasty flavors), Aloo Gobi, Paneer Makhni and the Chicken Tikka. Also can never go there and not get the mixed grill! Comes out sizzling. Makes my mouth water just thinking about it. As for drinks and desserts, the Mango lassi is really good and the rice pudding/Gulab Jamun are nice closers to such a rich and delicious meal. Service: Amazing! The staff is really attentive and funny! You can ask any staff member for anything and they will help out. No "Ill tell your server" or anything, everyone in there operates like a team and it shows with some of the best service you'll get at a restaurant. Also everyone is always happy and joking around. Really makes you feel welcome. Finally the staff is really fast. When you need something it only takes a minute or two to get someones attention and they are able to fulfil your request pretty quickly (like needing another spoon or needing more Raita). Atmosphere: Its a quite place. Definitely a relaxing environment where you can have a casual conversation without loud music or having to yell to talk to each other.

Selenge Bayasgalan

Lal Mirch is one of my favorite Indian restaurants. Their chicken tikka masala is rich, flavorful, and consistently delicious. The lamb dishes are always well-cooked and full of spices, and the veggie soup is comforting and perfect to start the meal. The garlic naan is soft and fragrant, and the rice pairs perfectly with all the curries. Everything tastes fresh and well prepared. Special shout-out to Abu, the manager — he’s professional, welcoming, and always makes sure guests are taken care of. Great food and great service every time. Highly recommend!

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