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Name: India Palace
Address: 737 Buena Vista Ave, Alameda, CA, 94501
Telephone: (510) 814-8778
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.92

India Palace

737 Buena Vista Ave, Alameda, CA, 94501

(510) 814-8778
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India Palace Menu

Appetizers

Papadum

Raita

Vegetable Samosas

Vegetable Pakoras

Aloo Tikki

Chicken Pakoras

Onion Bhaji

Assorted Snack

Chicken Wings

Salad Bar

Tandoori Chicken

Chicken Tikka

Lamb Boti Kabab

Sheesh Kabab

Tandoori Shrimp

Vegetable Soup

Muligatawny Soup
Tandoori

Tandoori Chicken

Chicken Tikka

Lamb Boti Kabab

Sheesh Kabab

Tandoori Shrimp
Vegetables

Daal Maharni

Chana Masala

Vegetable Curry

Bombay Allo

Aloo Ghobi

Aloo Matar

Bengan Bhartha

Mushroom Bhaji

Bhindi Masala

Palak Paneer

Yogurt Masala

Matar Paneer

Vegetable Masala

Malai Kofta

Vegetable Korma

Paneer Masala

Turka Daal
Chicken

Chicken Curry

Chicken Vindaloo

Madrasi Chicken

Chicken Mushroom

Sag Chicken

Chicken Korma

Murg Makhani

Chili Chicken

Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Coconut Korma
Lamb

Lamb Curry

Lamb Vindaloo

Keema Matar

Sag Lamb

Lamb Korma

Madrasi Lamb

Chili Lamb
Seafood

Mixed Grill

Tandoori Fish

Fish Curry

Fish Vindaloo

Tandoori Fish Masala

Fish Korma

Fish Coconut Korma

Shrimp Curry

Shrimp Vindaloo

Sag Shrimp

Shrimp Korma

Tandoori Shrimp Masala

Shrimp Coconut Korma
Chefs Specialties

Karahai Aloo Palak

Karahai Vegetables

Karahai Chicken

Karahai Tandoori Chicken Sag

Chicken Fraizee

Karahai Lamb

Lamb Fraizee

Karahai - Lamb - Boti Masala

Karahai Lamb Boti Sag

Karahai Shrimp

Karahai Fish Palak

Karahai Goat

Lamb Meat Ball

Lamb Coconut Korma
Indian Bread And Rice - Rice Dishes

Basmati Rice Plate

Basmati Plow Rice

Spinach Rice

Vegetable Biryani

Chicken Biryani

Lamb Biryani

Fish Biryani

Shrimp Biryani
Complete Dinners

Vegetatian Dinner

Non-vegetatian Dinner

Tandoori Dinner
Desserts

Mango Kulfi

Kulfi

Kheer

Rasamalai

Gulab Jamun
Beverages

Indian Coffee

Indian Tea

Ice Tea

Soft Drinks

Milk

Mineral Water

Club Soda

Punjabi Lassi

Orange Juice

Mango Juice

Mango Milkshake

Mango Lassi

Healthy Meal suggestions for India Palace

Appetizers

Papadum [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Raita [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetable Samosas [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetable Pakoras [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Aloo Tikki [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Pakoras [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Onion Bhaji [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Assorted Snack [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Wings [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salad Bar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tandoori Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Tikka [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lamb Boti Kabab [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sheesh Kabab [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tandoori Shrimp [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetable Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Muligatawny Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Tandoori

Tandoori Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Tikka [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lamb Boti Kabab [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sheesh Kabab [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tandoori Shrimp [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Vegetables

Daal Maharni [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chana Masala [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetable Curry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bombay Allo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Aloo Ghobi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Aloo Matar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bengan Bhartha [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mushroom Bhaji [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bhindi Masala [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Palak Paneer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Yogurt Masala [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Matar Paneer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetable Masala [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Malai Kofta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetable Korma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Paneer Masala [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turka Daal [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Chicken

Chicken Curry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Vindaloo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Madrasi Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Mushroom [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sag Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Korma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Murg Makhani [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chili Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Tikka Masala [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Coconut Korma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Lamb

Lamb Curry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lamb Vindaloo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Keema Matar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sag Lamb [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lamb Korma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Madrasi Lamb [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chili Lamb [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Seafood

Mixed Grill [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tandoori Fish [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fish Curry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fish Vindaloo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tandoori Fish Masala [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fish Korma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fish Coconut Korma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Curry [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Vindaloo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sag Shrimp [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Korma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tandoori Shrimp Masala [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Coconut Korma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Chefs Specialties

Karahai Aloo Palak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Karahai Vegetables [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Karahai Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Karahai Tandoori Chicken Sag [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Fraizee [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Karahai Lamb [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lamb Fraizee [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Karahai - Lamb - Boti Masala [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Karahai Lamb Boti Sag [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Karahai Shrimp [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Karahai Fish Palak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Karahai Goat [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lamb Meat Ball [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lamb Coconut Korma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Indian Bread And Rice - Rice Dishes

Basmati Rice Plate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Basmati Plow Rice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spinach Rice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vegetable Biryani [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Biryani [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lamb Biryani [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fish Biryani [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Biryani [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Complete Dinners

Vegetatian Dinner [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Non-vegetatian Dinner [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tandoori Dinner [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Desserts

Mango Kulfi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kulfi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Kheer [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Rasamalai [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gulab Jamun [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Beverages

Indian Coffee [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Indian Tea [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ice Tea [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Soft Drinks [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mineral Water [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Club Soda [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Punjabi Lassi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Orange Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mango Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mango Milkshake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mango Lassi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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DImitry G.

Had buffet lunch on Friday afternoon. Excellent food, not much selection but quality wise definitely beats other Indian restaurants i've been to. Very good service too, Highly recommended!
(5)
Becky M.

I don't usually gravitate towards Indian food but this place was really good! -The atmosphere was clean which is always a plus -Customer service was pretty good; he was prompt to our requests and polite -The ambience was also very cozy and nice But most importantly the food was delicious! We got prawn vindaloo, chicken tikka masala, biryani, mango pickles, and saag paneer. All of them was delicious! Probably the new go to Indian place in Alameda!
(5)
Rachel L.

Whenever I'm craving Indian food this is the place I go to because it never disappoints. Chicken tikka misala (its so creamy!), rogan josh, and another chicken curry I unfortunately can't remember the name of unless I look at the menu. The curries are always jampacked with flavor but not overwhelming. The fresh naan is always on point and just recently I fell in love with the kheer.
(5)
Courtney G.

I love how the owner responds to all of the yelp reviews! He seems so genuine and calm and never condescending when one complains. I have such a soft spot for him without even knowing him. So let's talk about something I do know. The food! Oh, the yummy Indian food. I love the Chicken korma, Pakora, Samosas, Palak paneer, chicken tikka masala, all the sauces, the Nann, the list goes on and on. I did however have a plain lassi once and it didn't taste as rich as I prefer and this doesn't mean it's authentic or not (not from India I wouldn't know) though it wasn't really my preference either. I like sweet and rich lassi if I am splurging on the calories, however some may find there's light and refreshing! The service has always been friendly and I love the lunch buffet!
(5)
Dom S.

Since I live right across the street, I've been able to enjoy a number of items on their menu. This is a great place to enjoy a quiet and delicious meal. The space inside is lovely, you can set next to a window if you'd like or out on the floor dinning area. The service here is lovely. Food is cooked to order, hot and smelling lovely as its brought to you. Appetizer options are a plenty, I suggest sampling two. Entrees are amazing! You can't go wrong! Try their mango lassi too! Fresh and delicious!
(5)
Chery M.

I gave them a 4 before but It's true that they have great service always friendly and welcoming. The owner cares about the customers feedback and when asked why not a 5 I had nothing to say. The food is always delicious and the ambiance is always warm and clean. For all those reasons I give India Palace 5 stars.
(5)
Jimmy F.

First time I came here a couple years ago, it didn't go so well and I wrote em off. Ended up in the neighborhood and decided to give them another try, based on good reviews here. Pleasantly surprised... Everything was really good. Glad to say I will return. Easy to miss, but if you can see West Marine, you are there.
(4)
Bimodh J.

Awesome ambiances for a dinner. A well arranged space with a pleasantly decorated interiors and good, well served food. I will surely come back here.
(5)
Rafael M.

My gf and I have ordered from here in the past. This place is incredible, especially since alameda tends to have watered down ethnic food. The sampler players is awesome as well as the curries and vidaloo. The flying horse beer is large but great, and the other imported beers they have aren't bad. Place also offers delivery. I highly recomend it!
(5)
C A.

Solid 3.5 stars on the lunch buffet which runs around $10-$11. The selection is small but tasty. At the time I went, there was: chicken curry - good chicken tandoori - was ok another saucy chicken - really liked this one. On the sweeter side Nan - not good. Tasted like bisquick mix. I'm used to fluffy chewy type nan. lamb curry - didn't try palik tofu - this is like spinach paneer. enjoyed this one. Found I preferred the tofu version than the cheese one. potato something - a-ok lentil curry - good some noodle dish - eh. Seemed out of place. more Asian, then indian veggie pakora - super dry and hard yet with the raita, it was ok Dal soup - didn't try. Raita and chutneys - yum tiny salad bar - didn't try desserts - some sweet acorn squash puree that was super yummy. Heard rice pudding was good too. Chai tea - nice This is a converted house turned restaurant so it's easy to miss. There's parking in back. Spacious interior. Would def come back again for the lunch buffet. It's a great deal!
(3)
Ander C.

Probably the best place in Alameda for Indian food. The chicken tikka masala was pretty solid. Creamy and tasty, however the chicken was a bit dry but that's alright. The naan is probably the best thing, it takes a while to come out as they cook if fresh so its delivered to your table literally steaming because its so fresh. Chewy on the inside, flaky on the outside just the way it should be. The servers here are nice, just not enough of them. Came on a monday night and there were only 2 people manning all the tables and guests and so it took a while to flag someone down. My mom just went up to the server table and grabbed the ice water jug to fill our cups.
(3)
Cheryl M.

Started coming here about 10 years ago for the lunch buffet...took a long break (since coming from Oakland) and returned recently. Great for lunch as the buffet offers a sampling of great dishes. Nicely spiced, not overly salty, friendly owners and reasonably price vegetable pakoras, paneer, tandoori and chicken curry, naan with chai and soft serve ice cream as options!
(4)
Christine M.

The buffet is well worth the trip. There is usually parking outside. Great customer service. The vegetarian options are amazing! I've been coming here for years. I adore this place!
(5)
Jaime H.

My boyfriend and I come here often, and are always full and satisfied at the end of our meal. The tikka masala, korma, and baingan bharta are our favorites. The staff are so friendly and attentive, and the ambience is cozy - it feeks like you're in a nice house! They also deliver, which is great when you don't feel like leaving the house. This is definitely one of my favorite places to eat on the island!
(5)
Kate A.

Good food, fast service. Some of the best Veggie Biryani I've had. I didn't love the malai kafta. All of the nan/roti we tried were delicious--go for the Aloo Nan (potato). Yummy, yummy.
(4)
Phung D.

The lovely and I came here on a Sunday's night and surprisingly it was pretty quiet. The restaurant looks like a house more like it so we almost drove pass it. They also have parking on the back but it's very limited. It seems like they do buffet style here during lunch, which is common I suppose. We only order one dish to share since we weren't that hungry. Chicken Tikka Masala, which is well known for most Indian places and this time is no exception. The curry smells sooo good and chicken was pretty tender. We also ordered a side of rice which wasn't needed since that's where the garlic naan come in. The plate of rice was a lot so it could be share up to two if you don't want naan. The naan was perfectly crispy and just a bit oily but it was still good. The garlic smell wasn't so strong. Usually people would dip that with the curry but I just use the sauce they gave us for starter. The service was really nice. The guy came to refill our water several times when we didn't even need it.
(4)
Jennelle T.

I always try to come here when it's lunch buffet! I love their curries. I think the Filipino looking girl who's worked there for a long time is the only one who understands customer service. There's an older Indian woman who works there that looks at me every time I come in like she's confused on what to do when I walked in...like her face almost reads, "what do you want?" The food is delicious and affordable!
(4)
Anil S.

Stale Dal Soup; Poor choice for vegetarians; Smelly Tofu (we thought it was fish or some other meat); Unappetizing and Tasteless! Had high hopes
(1)
Jay H.

tasty curry, delicious food, hot and fluffy hand-made naan. CHICKEN MAKHANI (butter, boneless chicken, tomato, vinegar, yogurt, spices and cream) hands down one of the best indian dishes i've tried .. its creamy curry pairs well with rice and naan. The spices are flavourful, its like the tikka masala, but richer because of the cream. I stumbled upon this place purely base on yelp reviews, and i have been a loyal customer for all my favorite indian food fix. I have tried other dishes as well, and still this is my favorite.. the chicken is tender, and not overcooked, The desserts gulab jamun (fried dough balls in sweet rose syrup) was a bit sweet but still satisfying. this place is a must try and I highly reccomend it.
(5)
Jennifer L.

Finally did order from them again through eat24 - the chicken tikka (not masala) was nice and moist - perfection really. The lentils, biryani, veggie samosas and garlic naan were all solid as well.
(4)
Natasha M.

This is my all-time favorite Indian restaurant. The Chicken Korna is amazing! Really nice family that owns and runs it. In fact, I moved to San Francisco and go all the way back to Alameda to eat there!
(5)
Elma K.

I went for the first time last night and I simply fell in love with everything about this place: easy parking, clean and comfortably stylish dining area, incredibly kind service, marvelous selections on the menu and it all tasted GREAT!!! Just to name a few things we had: lamb curry and vindaloo, veggie samosas, garlic nan, rice, mango shake. The food was delivered in a timely manner and nice and hot. SO GOOD! Yes, we will be coming back again, and again, and again...
(5)
Johnathan M.

We've eaten twice, once a Sunday Lunch (ordering from menu) and once for Saturday Lunch (buffet!) - both times excellent. Building looks like it was adapted from a family house, although they hollowed out enough of the interior to create a spacious 2-story-tall dining area. I'm a vegetarian and love Indian food so it's not too surprising that I found food I liked. That my wife (omnivore) and young daughter (who hates anything too spicy) also ate well was a pleasant surprise. They have a varied menu and my wife got a sampler with several grilled items including shrimps cooked in an interesting way. Daughter enjoyed the tandoori chicken from my wife's plate. This became our favorite Indian in Alameda (and for my wife she likes it even better than Udupi Palace in Berkeley, although nobody can do dosas like them...) Our next visit was on a Saturday, and the Buffet was great. It wasn't huge, I got to try all the vegetarian items on one plate, but there was also several kinds of meat (wife liked the lamb), a few salad bar items including hard-boiled eggs, dessert (the usual gulab jamun were good, the 'rice pudding' had too much butter for my taste, a soft-serve ice cream machine adds an American choice), a tasty soup, and chai tea. They only charged us for 2 (allowing our 5-year-old to eat for free) making their buffet a very affordable feast.
(5)
Melanie C.

Yesterday, I dined in at the Indian Palace. I had the Vegetable Samosa, Chicken Korma, rice, garlic naan, and kheer for dessert. Every single item was absolutely delicious. The portions were very generous; enough for 2 people IMHO. The staff was very friendly and attentive. The decor was cozy and even a bit elegant in some ways. I highly recommend Indian Palace to soothe your "Indian food fix"
(5)
Laura Y.

So this restaurant is one of those that is actually located in a house. The layout is surprising on the inside but it's pretty spread out. But walking around when the restaurant is filled at lunchtime is a bit of a challenge. When I went it was buffet style.It's a really small selection but the flavors were there! I ate about 7 or 8 pieces of naan since it was a good texture and fresh! I also went back fr their cucumber salad over and over. My mom really enjoyed their curried lamb, apparently it was tasty and perfect texture. Didn't care for their soup since the consistency was really watery and lacked a nice concentrated flavor. Ice cream from their ice cream maker didn't completely set so it melts really fast in your cup or bowl. This place could use more of a variety of options because there isn't much to select from but they were consistent with restocking fresh food throughout our meal there.
(3)
Srivatsan S.

There are only two Indian restaurants on the Island of Alameda. India Palace is the one further north on the Island, away from the crowded shops of Park St., which is awesome because you won't have a problem with parking (the place has a private parking lot with a capacity of about 6-8 cars).The restaurant itself seems to have been built into what was previously a house. The ambiance is very warm, cozy and seems like a great place to have family dinner. We got a bunch of vegetarian curries and assorted breads. They tasted good, freshly prepared, not too oily and not too spicy. We also got a starter platter which had an assortment of crispy samosas and pakoras, and was a hit in our group. If I'm in the area and in the mood for Indian food, I would come here again.
(4)
Charles W.

I have been going here for a few times, great service, and they recently remodeled a little bit. I'm a vegetarian and they have great choices, I like my food hot in temperature and at times it comes to that, but never cold. The food is not too spicy, but I prefer a little hotter. Great local Indian food! Update Jan 15, 2015: I forgot to mention they make delicious and fresh nan bread, I usually order the plain. Always comes out hot from the oven with a slight of butter. Is not too crispy too! The restaurant also have parking in the back, if it gets full. One time I park across the street, hope that is okay. They have a buffet, but only for lunch. I hope they will one day decide to do dinner buffet, which guests can order from the menu or from the buffet .
(5)
J S.

I went here with great expectations but was disappointed. Food was not great and service was terrible, umm I had such high hopes for this. Don't get Mango lassi, it was terrible.
(1)
Kimmy F.

Food was delivered in the estimated amount of time, was warm when it arrived, and tasted delicious! The only complaint I'd have is the lack of meat in two of my dishes. Would have been nice to have a bit more. Aside from that though, delicious food! I'd order again.
(4)
Princess D.

Just ordered take out from here. Although the food was good it took too long to get here. Almost an hour and I'm only a couple of blocks away. The food was satisfying but it wasn't authentic. They add a lot of nuts and raisins and different spices. It was very pricey. Compared to indus village this is a rip off. I would say try it with a friend so u can split the bill.
(3)
Bashir Ahmed R.

The food was good but the lady who serves she is very rude and overall the service doesn't deserve rating... The rating is for food only..
(3)
Paul M.

This is Punjabi food done right. The lunch buffet is robust and they cater to vegetarians and meat eaters alike. The food is decent and well spiced, but definitely on the oily side. The Dahl is good and the panir is tender and rich. The service is the best around, attentive, courteous and warm. I'd come back for the lunch buffet after a 2 mile run, or some serious calisthenics.
(3)
Rev. Dr. Christopher J. G.

It looks like just another house on the street. You go in, they sort don't see you for a while, then they seat you. The food is really good. Saag Paneer is delicious, they did Lamb Tikka Masala for us that was good, and one of the best Chicken Kormas I've ever eaten. The prices are a touch higher than I'd expect, but overall, it was a very good eating experience.
(4)
Kalpesh R.

I went with my family .it is really good restaurant. i went around 5.30 PM in the everning and i ordered Non Veg Samosa ...chicken soup starting from M ..both was really good...I ordered Fish Curry.. i never had curry like that..it was really tasty and gravy was dam good. I ordered Tandoori chicken..it was good but not like shalimar tandoori chicken..I had Murgh and Keemah paratha..that was also good. I did not order Tandoori Fish but my next table some one ordered it ..it was really laziz..i would try that next time..over all quality and quantity was good..worth paying.
(4)
Cindi L.

Service was inattentive; we had to ask multiple times to get our drinks, raita, to-go boxes. The samosas were almost too spicy (something I'd never experienced before) and the other dishes were very mild. The breads were good, hot and tasty, but everything else was only okay. It was my first time and the friend who recommended it said the service is usually much better, so maybe that aspect was atypical, but I found the food uninspired.
(2)
Silkie D.

Last night I tried this place for the first time... And all I can say is Love at first bite. I ordered the garlic nan bread, Tandoori chicken wings (amazing), chicken vindaloo, and rice. Forget to take pictures but will when I visit again.
(5)
J V.

Went here with my son this week. I thought about going to the new place down on Park, but this place is closer to my work, easier to get to, blah blah blah. And for years, it's just been great. But not this time! This time, just so many things were different - off. The dal was almost tasteless, nothing like it was before. There was a new potato dish, with potato halves with some bright yellow strands of something in them and kind of a pasty sauce. Neither of us liked them at first, but they grew on me. My son got some of the soft-serve for dessert-he said it was icy but too soft, too. Overall, I was super disappointed. It seems like there are new recipes or a new chef or something going on here, and the change was not good. It's unfortunate.
(2)
Bree D.

Average non-spicy food, which is obviously catering to Americans who haven't tasted real Indian food. The korma was bland and so was the tikka masala. Where's the spice? Only ok, not impressed.
(3)
Joannie N.

This is my go to Indian. The decor isn't great but the food is. Everything we have is fantastic. The kids eat the Marsala, Curry is good, pretty much everything. Don't quite get the delivery schedule, but worth pick up when they don't deliver.
(5)
Mimi B.

It's always so surprising that not many people know about this place. Years ago after sampling every Indian Reataurant on University avenue in Berkeley with disappointing results, I asked my Indian cooking teacher where she ate when she dined out. She suggested this place and we've been eating here since. Try the onion kulcha!
(5)
Heather T.

This place is so cute, clean, excellent service and best of all the lunch indian buffet dishes are very good not to spicy but a great blend of spices.
(5)
Michael L.

I've been here many times for their lunch buffet, recently was my first time for dinner and it's was excellent. Like their lunch, love their dinner. Lunch is a nice buffet in a steam table, dinner is cooked to order which really makes a difference, like night and day. We had; Samosas Plain nan and garlic nan Tandoori Chicken Chicken Tiki Masala Shrimp Vindaloo Rice Definitely will be a regular for dinner now.
(5)
Stephanie R.

Incredible flavors, very attentive staff, great buffet and they deliver? How do you get any better? Our food was amazing and so much better than any other Indian food place I have been to in a long time. I can't believe t hey have a yelp deal too! Definitely try this place you won't be sorry!
(5)
Caro S.

The "palace" is actually a converted house with parking in the back. If you blink you may miss it. The space is large with the buffet table in the middle. I came for dinner on a Friday night so there was no buffet. I came in and was quickly seated. I quickly received water papadam, and dipping sauces. I ordered a carafe of Chablis for $11 and some vegetarian samosas to start. The samosas were delish but only two to an order. We ordered the butter chicken which had great flavor but the chicken had some bones in it which I didn't like. The dal was delish but I thought it was odd it included pinto beans Our first order of garlic naan was a bit burnt on the edges but the second order was perfect. The service was a bit spotty but the food was flavorful. I would definitely return.
(3)
Carlos C.

I love coming here every chance I get. Great food and close to home. Can't go wrong with tandoori anything and garlic naan. Also the iconic chicken tikka masala. They also had a 15% percent discount over $30 and if you pay with cash. It seems as if it's for this week only so take advantage!
(5)
Michelle B.

Love this quiet little gem. Right in my neighborhood, super fast delivery. Never ordered a bad meal.
(5)
Sonny D.

Last minute yelp on the way to SF from east bay & found this spot. Here now actually. Who's ready for the play by play??? 1. Found a bug floating in my water but ain't even trippin' cuz this Fish Pakora is BOMB yo! 2. Hey! Look at this. Customer Appreciation Week. 10% off your order if you pay cash. Word. I can make that happen. 3. And Hey, look at this?! There's a cherry on top of our rice! What's that doing here?? 4. Foods here and looks as it should. Lets taste and see.. Annnnd we're back. Flavors are there. The rice is great and the chicken makhani is tender. The sauce is nice and creamy. 5. The garlic naan is the best we've had. Everrr. 6. Exceptional service. 7. Just mopped up this muk-muk with this extraordinary naan. Did you enjoy your meal, Captain Obvious? 8. Good God Jim, this food is amazing. Must order some for take-home later. Over.. In summary, this is one of the best Indian restaurants in the Bay. Will be back for sure.
(5)
Jason S.

Solid Butter Chicken and cheap all-you-can eat lunch buffet lands this place a solid 4! Other notable great items include the Mango Lassi shake, the Saag Aloo (spinach potato curry) and the Tandoori Chicken. The naan bread is soft and doughy here as well, just how it should be done! Whether looking for a nice $10.95 AYCE deal or eating a la carte, India Palace is a good destination in the A-Town for quality South Asian eats.
(4)
Melissa B.

Wonderful staff always easy to deal with and good for a quick bite. The food is tasty as well especially the dal soup. My husband loves the lunch buffet. DÃ©cor could use some work, but it is clean and they have parking in the back and on the streets in front.
(5)
Ry B.

Ate here tonight. I had the veggie curry with lentils and my wife had the creamy lamb curry. The creamy lamb was reaaalllly good! the lentils were also very good. The portions are very generous in size. We also ordered the tandoori chicken (half size). the half was perfect for 2 people and pretty good. All in all the place is really clean, low key and decently priced. I would def eat here again. 2 safron rice tandoori chicken (half) lentil curry creamy lamb curry = $32
(4)
Ashley M.

This place is the best Indian food in the east bay outside of Fremont. It has so many vegetarian options, too. The service is prompt and attentive, they have beer and wine, and everything is DELICIOUS. Highlights for me include the dal, tikka masala, chana masala, garlic naan and the eggplant thing that I can't remember the name of. Anyway. Go here. It's delicious.
(5)
Deanna A.

Top 5 Reasons Why I'm a Fan (in no particular order): -Chicken Tikka Masala (flavors are there and its not overwhelming) -Garlic Nahn (garlic-lovers will love) -Coconut Chicken (not on the menu, but ask) -The exterior is a house which is so Alameda to me. -Homeboy fills my water glass incessantly & I like it!!!!!! The moment I finish drinking it, it is filled. I don't have to look around. I don't have to raise my hand. I don't even have to think "man, I need water" because the water glass already is fulleth.
(4)
Emma O.

I've been here twice and been completely happy with my food every time! It's a small, tucked away place that wasn't very busy both times I've gone, but the food is KILLER. Probably the best Indian I've had in the Bay Area yet. Chicken Tikka Masala tastes just like it should, and the samosas are the bomb.com . Service is good and the prices are reasonable for Indian food. Online ordering is a huge plus as well! This place is two blocks from my apartment and I will definitely be back often. :)
(5)
F A.

The masala at this place is actually butter tomato sauce. There is always HAIR in the food, and I don't care but my mother did when I brought her. Watery lentil soup sucks and they really want to increase volume by adding extra water! Ever since this place opened I've felt that they are just finding any way to cut costs from every direction. To Kubir: please step up your game and work on your inventory. Don't hire Mexicans to cook Indian food cuz everything tastes like Taco Bell fast food, and they steal supplies they are purposely "unused" by them. Add cameras in the kitchen and hire some REAL Indian/Nepal people
(1)
Caley S.

Sad day. I LOVE this place and have had great experiences in the past. Tonight- I've been waiting for an order for 2 hours and 15 minutes. Way too long. I went to the restaurant to see what the deal was- and its not busy. They told me the delivery driver is out with it and will arrive soon. It took him another 40 minutes to get here. Food was cold- and items missing from our order.
(1)
Mason J.

DO NOT ORDER DELIVERY! I am not a first time customer. I have eaten in the restaurant and ordered take-out. The food is good. not extraordinary, but solid, tasty food. The restaurant takes a while, but if you are out with someone and would like to have a lengthy conversation, then it works. Delivery is a disaster. The two times I've ordered delivery I thought, perhaps, the food was coming straight from India. The first time I figured it was a fluke. It sometimes happens that deliveries are delayed. I get it. Tonight I put my order in at 7:15pm. I ordered over $40 worth of food-min order for delivery is $30. I figured, fine, I'll have leftovers for a couple of days. Never did I think it would take a couple of days to get my order! It is now 9:27pm and I still have not received my order. When I called to ask what is going on, they simply said, "Oh, we've been busy." ARE YOU KIDDIN'?!? No apology, until I complained that he didn't offer one. At first I was told it'd be another 20 minutes! Now he's saying any minute. I'm not sure what that means. I mean, is he saying any minute soon, or any minute from now until I keel over from starvation? *******When the deliver guy arrived, he was quite apologetic, and the owner comped the meal. However, I will never order deliver from them again.******
(1)
Patrick N.

My family and I love this place. Easy access, parking in back and the food is really good! Some nights service isn't the best, but the food is so yummy, so we are able to get by the service part most of the time. They can accommodate large parties and there is a lunch buffet too, but haven't been able to make it to that yet. Kid friendly as well!
(4)
Molly M.

My new favorite place for Indian food! The staff can be a little abrupt and they just might screw up your order (possible language barrier) but don't let that stop you from trying everything.
(4)
Gabriela M.

So disappointing. We used to come here a lot but it's been a while. We ordered the chicken tiki masala which tasted just like the navrattan korma. Same sauce but one was chicken (7 small pieces if chicken) the other had veggies which look like the carrot and peas mix you get in the freezer section. The pakora was chewy and greasy. Seems like the quality has definitely gone down.
(2)
Erik C.

Sorry guys It's only A OK because the food was not the best flavors of India The place is clean, servers are very kind and warm, food serve very nice BUT...
(3)
Annie G.

PRE-DELIVERY REVEIW: Ordered online. 1 hour later.... where's our food... let's call. Ring, ring, ring. converse with an incompetent employee who had me spell out my entire order... Said they didn't recognize it. Then I recited an order that they they said was their only order... Um... THAT WAS MY ORDER!... "Okay it should be out soon." Qeue dial tone due to the rude employee that hung up on me. 30 minutes later.... I have my mom call... Same exact response... Haven't tried the food but the way they conduct their business is enough to ruin this eating experience. Also didn't follow our delivery instructions....... *Insert gesture here*
(1)
Eddie O.

And here we are again, reviewing another Indian place in Alameda....and let's begin.... This place is never crowded....I think it's actually a converted household turned restaurant/parking lot....quirky interior decor, with a faux balcony and only seating for about 10 tables.... For food, all of the standards: tikka masala, saag paneer, lamb curry, chicken vindaloo, vegetable and meat samosas, vegetable korma, tandoori chicken, and the assorted naan are all good, and consistent..... Where this place really shines is during the weekday lunch buffet, for I think around $10 or less....you get your picks at chicken tikka, salad, naan, daal, dessert, froyo, aloo gobi and some other assorted vegetable dishes....the spice level at this place is not too spicy... In general, dinner is better but costs more, as expected, and the portions are on the tinier side....best bang for your buck would be lunch, but don't expect the greatest quality....
(4)
Lisa H.

My friends and I came here the other day for dinner and we had a really good experience! This was my first time trying Indian food and I was pleasantly surprised. I would definitely come back here again. I loved the design of the place, a very friendly home vibe going on. Very good for nice dates or big groups. Group of 4- $70 bucks. And that was only because we ordered a bunch of appetizers and stuff. Whatever you order comes with rice, which was also delicious. This is what we ordered: -Mango Lassi- deliciously sweet, goes perfect with the spicy food. -Garlic Naan and Murgh Nann- Probably one of the reasons I would come back. I prefer the garlic naan though, its much more crispy. -Tandoori Wings- Tasty, but kind of pricey. 7 bucks for 8 chicken wings? c'mon now. - Mulligatawny Soup- really rich and creamy and would taste great on a cold winter day. If you like lentil soup, you'll love this. -Tandoori Chicken- The legs and thighs were moist, but the breast pieces were pretty dry. The flavors were there though. -Chicken Tikka Masala- very rich and cream with chicken chunks. -Chicken Makhani- This tasted just like the Masala, except the chicken was chopped not chunked. I loved this dish the most though. It was really flavorful and was delicious on top of my rice.
(4)
Candice C.

This place has ruined all other Indian restaurants for me. I've been saying it for years. Lunch buffet is fun if you can get away from work. Palak Paneer, paratha, chana masala, pakoras, dal makhani, lamb sizzling at your table....all that! Don't let the goofy decor deter you
(5)
D W.

This was my first time at India Palace, some locals took us here. We went there towards the end of the night on a Sunday evening. I was very impressed! I usually hold my breath thinking I'm going to get the dregs when I go out to dine late on a Sunday evening. I've been to lots of Indian food restaurants and bar none, this place raised the bar and set the new with their excellent chicken tikka. The chicken was beautifuly marinaded, very savory, and cooked to perfection. All pieces were juicy and succlient.. All the other dishes were very good, fresh, not greasy, and tasty as well. My only suggestion would be to improve the Raita, which was too watered down and not well seasoned. I may actually have to drive in to Alameda again just to get the chicken Tikka again. That alone would make the trip worth it. High reco especially for Alameda residents.
(4)
Champ B.

Why people rate this place so high is beyond me. The food here is mediocre and the service is not great. It's not that the servers suck, it's the attitude that sucks. The whole "I don't give a damn" routine doesn't work for me considering I pay good money for good service. I gave this place 2 stars because I actually think the facility is decent and our food server (a Hispanic fellow) was kind but the waitress and owner (the woman) were very rude. Let's keep it real for just 1 second though, when you look past the bad service, the food still isn't impressive at all. I've had much better tasting Indian food at other joints.
(2)
Laura B.

I am a repeat customer but I normally go for the lunch buffet. The lunch buffet is OK but you need to go when the food is fresh. I would recommend going during peek lunch time..... Finally, I went for dinner and it was delish.........The service was great. The food wasn't too spicy and the lamb was very fresh. I suggest the lamb chops. The garlic nan was awesome too. This is one of my favorite dinner spots.....Enjoy :-)
(4)
Kate C.

Love, love, love the food here. This is a family owned business that has the best Indian food hands down! The only reason that I didn't give this place 5 stars - they don't deliver to Oakland - Lake Merritt area. The restaurant isn't a fine dining establishment and the service is above average most of the time. My husband and I are addicted to the Vegetable Samosas, Chicken Tikka Masala (juicy chicken pieces), Prawn Tandoori (they give you so many), and the Plain Naan and Garlic Naan are cooked perfectly. We hope they open more locations because going to Alameda is a little bit of a pain but worth the drive. The prices are a little more than Naan N' Curry but in my opinion, you get what you pay for here.
(4)
Henon H.

We ordered the tandoori chicken. It came out raw, we told the server, the server took it back with no apologies. They finally came back with the chicken, by that time we were already done with all the food. The only reason I give a star is because no apology and they still charge us for the food. haven't gone back since.
(1)
Steven C.

I tried their lunch buffet and I was very happy that my friends brought me here! There is plenty of variety in the buffet items and everything I tried was pretty darn good. The buffet includes naan and saffron rice, the usual yogurt, tamarind, and mint sauces, a few different salad options, including macaroni salad (Not remotely Indian, but tasty nonetheless). There are about 10-12 different entree options. My favorite was the chicken palak. The sauce was good and the chicken was tender and juicy. The tandoori chicken was very good as well; tender, juicy, and just the right amount of that signature smokey flavor you expect from tandoori. Also plenty of delicious pakora! I wasn't too disappointed that they didn't have any chicken tikka masala because of the other options that were available. They did have peas and onions in tikka masala sauce, as well as paneer tikka masala, which were both ok. -1 star for dropping plates and spilling leftover curry all over my friend's shirt. Overall, this is the best Indian lunch buffet that I've had in awhile. I'm looking forward to going back!
(4)
Andrew Y.

I want to try the buffet...but I'm never around for lunch. The food is good, but the prices are a little high. When we had takeout, it was all so good. We had the chicken tikka masala and palak paneer. I want some more now that I think of it. Soon enough my friend. Soon enough.
(4)
Molly R.

I was in Alameda and looking for a place to get dinner. ...Yelp to the rescue! India Palace did the trick, but I wasn't blown away. The currys were tasty, but a little greasy. And the service was strange. I'd purchased the Yelp deal and they insisted that I spend the entire $40. I wasn't asking for change, so it seemed like it should have been ok to spend $36, but that wouldn't fly, so we ended up ordering food to take home. If I were in the neighborhood I might go there again, but it wouldn't be my first choice, but it will provide your fix for spicy rich food.
(3)
Victor G.

india palace was a house with many rooms converted into dining areas. one room has ceramic tiles wihile the others have various pics on the walls emtrees.; lunch buffet (8.95)review only -mixed vegetable pakora -garlic naan-tasty -chicken curry -tender -lamb curry: lamb semitough, not so tender. -palak tofu -chicken tandoori -sauage" -aloo gobi masala -spicy soup (mulligatawny?)not lableled -soft serve softie -kheer -chutneys -salad, chicken salad, honeydew, grapes leftovers -most entrees labled. -only parties of 2 or more got service -2 stairway steps down to food area -salad bar is misnomer -buffet pales to others, great for oaktown, alameda area. -very large dining area, food area very small -chai is 2.50 here, free or 1 at others. -parking in back or on streets.
(3)
Chris G.

They serve the best lamb shanks PERIOD. I been to spots in Emeryville and Berkeley, nothing can compare with their food!
(5)
Shera K.

Tasty, quick service, seating not very comfortable.
(3)
Jenn M.

Mmmmm. Yummy! I ordered out tonight, and I was quite pleased. The place seemed to be somewhat busy despite how late it was (9pm). I ordered the Veggie Samosa, Palak Paneer, and the Baingan Bharta (eggplant) and all of it was incredible. She said fifteen minutes, and it was ready when I got there. Not only that, it was super steamy hot when I got it home (always a bonus). The samosas are small, but are the right size for someone watching what they eat (it is literally a portion size, which is the way it should be) for $9.00, the dishes were about 16oz which is plenty. The Palak Paneer was soooo good. Just the right amount of spice, and so yummy! The Baigan Bharta was a curried eggplant dish, and I just gobbled it up on the spot. Inside was cute, and well decorated, and well lit. I don't think I heard any music, but then again, I was there for like all of 3 minutes. I was helped the moment I got through the door, and service was great. The little gal who helped me presented me with a smile, and gave me a couple please and thank yous (manner are always appreciated). I am quite pleased with what I got, and I hope others will be too! :)
(4)
Benita S.

So I finally took the leap and ate at this little neighborhood house. Like Greg G. I was confused and a bit weary about the look/location and had passed by it several times. The closer for me was the $9 Buffet, and Indian Palace didn't disappoint. They had all you can eat rice, lamb curry, chicken curry, Punjabi chicken (don't ask), samosas, tandoori chicken, naan, that standard potato dish and that green spinach and cheese dish, plus a few other choices. The also offered all the extras like yogurt and a couple choices of salad, including cucumber. I could hardly walk out of there, I was so full. My buffet skills are obviously lacking, because I went right for the fillers and starches...flashback to Vegas. My only complaint is that the food could have been spicier, but I understand they have to cater to the masses. So if you are ever on some random side street and you see a restaurant / house nestled between apartment buildings, don't be so quick to judge, you may just be missing out on a great meal.
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Gabby K.

Do I have your attention? Here's the thing: THE FOOD IS 5 STARS! Eat here and order anything on the menu! The food is amazing. I love this place. 5 STARS. Do NOT order delivery! One star. We've ordered twice now and each time, it has taken over an hour for the food (which was wonderful) to be delivered. Tonight it took an hour and a half. This is a great restaurant and I will be going back (we eat here at least once a week), but I won't be ordering delivery.
(1)
food lover t.

Had lunch buffet with my co worker few days ago. It was disappointed, chicken was salty. the rest was alright. The best food was naan. I had like 3 plates of naan dipping with curry sauce.
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Hello.kitty.kat S.

i've seen this joint around since I was a kid since my cousin lived around the block... went to this place recently with the bf... we are on an indian food kick since we never really ate indian food much before... we wanted to try this place since it was local. the food was delicious! i ordered the chicken makhani and it was yummmo! they serve good portions and it was not that spicy (i don't think my dish is supposed to be). the mango lassi drink is to absolutely wonderful, i only wish it came in a bigger glass! service is good but not spectacular but perfectly adequate. the restaurant is cute and cozy, but not like uncomfortably so where you are like, "can you please move your elbow off of my plate already?" or "please shut the F up cuz i really don't care about your life, people at the next table." i hate those kind of restaurants. i would even say that this place is a good date place. its quiet and nicely decorated. i will definitely be coming back... FYI, they are closed during the middle of the day... we tried to go back twice and they were closed, so call first to check their hours. OH and they do local delivery in Alameda! i think its free but i'm not sure. they have a big banner on the front of the place.
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Alissa W.

India Palace provided a beautiful and delicious takeout feast for our New Years eve festivities. The takeout food was very well and carefully packaged and stayed hot with no leaks. The food itself was divine. Wonderfully rich and creamy sauces. The vegetable samosas were among the best I have ever eaten. The garlic naan was amazing. We ate leftovers for days afterward and it was delicious every time. This is definitely the new go-to place for Indian food. The only thing I would not order again is the Kabuli Nan (stuffed with nuts, raisins coconuts and cherries), as the cherries were of the maraschino variety and if there was any nuts, raisins or coconut, I couldn't taste it over the sickly sweet fake cherries. My husband thought I was crazy for ordering this anyway, so it doesn't even merit a star's deduction.
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Harin Y.

This is my second time trying Indian food and I thought their Chicken Tikka Marsala was to die for. I just personally do not like sweet curries and this one was just perfect with the spice and all. However, the price ($11) kinda disappointed me considering how much they give us. I also ordered Navrattan Korma which is a vegetable curry and did not like it as much as the chicken tikka marsala. It was just too sweet... not very tasty in my opinion. Rice was $2.50 which I think it is toooo much!!!! and the regular Nan was $1.50. Hmmm... the interior of this place is quite unique. The outside of the restaurant gives you that feeling of doubt but when you walk in, the small lobby is very pretty with lovely drawings on the wall. Our waiter was way too quite... I sometimes had to ask him again if he understood me well or not. I will go again though considering how delicious Chicken Tikka Marsala. Oh! and I do not know how often they do this but they were giving 10%d/c for the purchase over $25 but only if you pay cash. Boo on the cash part but hey it is something right?
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Kent H.

Lunch buffet, that's what I tried... In general food was good and place was clean and comfortable... And very first time I tried the Indian desert, do not know the name, it is like little rice beans in the coconut, tasty and refreshing...
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Josh M.

Four stars??? You guys have to leave the island more often. This place is about as uninspired as they come. The food is completely devoid of taste and spice. The staff are nice and all, but the place is just terrible. And I would know--I've tried it about 5 times. I know, who's the dumb one in that equation? Well, when you live in Alameda and you want Indian food, you're limited to this joint. If you have to stay near Alameda and want Indian food, a better bet is the House of Curries (greasy, but flavorful and spicy) right by Oakland Airport on Hegenberger.
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Judieann A.

This is our favorite Indian restaurant! After several samplings of their menu, we have our regular order: basmati rice, nan, chicken tikka masala and lamb pasanda. Their food is sooo good, and the service is great, too. I prefer ordering off their regular menu rather than their lunch buffet, though (the buffet at Favorite Indian Restaurant in Hayward is better). Their kheer (rice pudding) is suuuper yummy, too!
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Alika H.

First Indian food I've ever tasted was from here and this place is delicious. We eat here about once a month and will continue to. I usually compare other Indian restaurants to this place because the flavors are that good. The best is the nan- hot, fresh, crispy, reasonable, and super yummy with many different flavors to choose from. If your in Alameda and want some good Indian food go here.
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Pawanpreet G.

This place has the BEST palak paneer ever! It's seriously amazing. I never eat palak paneer at any Indian restaurants but I tried it here and am in love. I would seriously drive down from SF to Alameda just for that yummy food! Everything else here is good too~
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Natalie Y.

Whenever I'm craving indian food, this is place that comes to mind! They make the best shahi paneer I've ever tasted, AND they'll spice it up for me whenever I'm in the mood for a little extra zest in life. If shahi paneer's not for you, there are plenty of other tasty dishes I'd recommend: samosas, chana masala, palak paneer, curried vegetables,pakora and their naan bread is so soft & fluffy...I can hardly resist the temptation! They deliver if you live in alameda & meet their minimum, but it's so close to where I live I usually just pick it up. They have a lunch buffet that's pretty good too, with dessert!
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Fair R.

good again! big curry fans, so we are happy.
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Dan W.

We popped in here for dinner one night and came back the next for more! The restaurant itself is a bit out of the way, in what clearly was a residential district rezoned for commerce. They knocked out the walls of a two story home and the result is a lovely, large open restaurant with a unique look and feel. I can't speak to the buffet, which seems to be a point of contention for people, but if you order off the menu you are unlikely to be disappointed. The chicken korma in particular is especially delicious. The tandoori chicken and game hen were fabulous and the rogan josh was tasty as well. The naan is thinner and more crispy than other places we've bit, but very good. (We got the garlic naan) We're definitely coming back for more!
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Mariposa Michelle M.

This spot is still delicious. I used to come here with my family when I lived on the Island in college, and it is still rocking the Taj Mahal years later!
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Derek R.

Not sure why there was a poor review of the lunch buffet here. I eat a lot of Indian food and found that the buffet had a large assortment of well made items. If I had to make a critism, the naan bread was not as warm and fresh at the buffet as I am used to. Go figure...its a buffet! Other than that, I highly recommend.
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Cathy N.

It's really 4.5 stars. This place is so good. They have a really big menu and they are reasonably priced. They're also very consistent. You can expect the same goodness each time you order a meal you've tried before. I love Indian food but I'm one of the few who doesn't love it too spicy - and they actually listen to you when you say you want it mild! The staff are friendly, accomodating, and attentive. I'm sorry to say that this place replaced Ajanta as my favorite local Indian place! My only regret about India Palace is that my work is not close enough to enjoy the lunchtime buffet!!!
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Merricat B.

I just wanted to quickly mention the Chicken Palak. It was sooooooooo good!!! The rest of the meal was good too, but I can't stop thinking about that Chicken Palak, it was so tasty. I can't understand how this place stays open, there never seems to be anyone there when I go. I do tend to go sorta late though. I've heard their buffet is very good too, but I've never had it.
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Allison L.

I think they forgot the spices at the lunch buffet today. I love this place and won't hold it too much against them, but India Palace! Don't flake out on me. I love you guys. If we can't be lovers, at least can't we be hot spicy friends? Come on, do me the way I need to be done! In other words, today was wuss food for a wuss tongue. I be strong girl. Bring it on. The dal soup was excellent today though.
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leena k.

There aren't too many Indian spots in Oakland/Alameda, and parking is a b* for most. This one luckily has its own parking lot, and the buffet has a decent selection. The food could use more spice in my Indian opinion, but if you are fiending for some Indian food at lunchtime and don't want to deal with parking, it's a fine option.
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Brad L.

I love India Palace. i have been there for dinner and it was fantastic. Food is very high quality and prepared with expertise. I went there this past week to try the lunch buffet and was very impressed with the freshness of everything as well as the variety of meats,sauces,veggies and soups. Yummy
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Kazoua T.

I wouldn't say that this place is the best Indian food ever but it is decent enough and since I live in Alameda, it's convenient. I have been here twice in the past for their lunch buffet a couple of years ago and the last time was a dud since we were the first people there and the ALL the food was lukewarm. It wasn't even steamy hot or seemed like it was fresh. After that we've avoided the place and gone to better Indian restaurants south of Alameda. But since Groupon had a good deal on this place, I decided, why not and purchase a lunch buffet and the dinner deal. Last week, we went for dinner and ordered the following: 1. Meat Samosa 2. Chicken Tikka Masala 3. Lamb Biryani 4. Chicken Tandoori (half) 5. Aloo Palak 6. Naan Overall, the food was decent. The best dishes were the lamb biryani and the chicken tandoori. The chicken tikka masala was only okay. I wouldn't order it again. The service was a bit slow and hectic because I don't think they were ready for the groupon crowd. This place was hopping on a Wednesday. Most busy that I've ever seen the place. Someone else made the same comment when we were there.
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Kerry n Tony L.

Good Indian food, not greasy, and plenty spicy. We had a party of 6, and we ordered a couple of chicken dishes, a lamb dish, and a curry fish dish. They were all delish! The rice and naan served with the dishes were equally Delicious as well. Downside: prices are steep for the portion. I think it was like $11/dish, and we each only got one piece per person... They only have 4 pieces of naan per order, and we went through about 4 or 5 orders of that... All in all, the place was good, but probably not a good place to go if you are super starving, unless you want a big bill at the end...
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Barry K.

Finally made it down to India Palace this weekend for the lunch buffet. For 2 people it came to $20 + tip. Very cheap and the food was still good. I think they change up the dishes each week but despite the great value it's quite heavy for lunch that early in the day. If you can stomach heavy and spicy food that early in the day, go for it, you're not going to find a decent place for Indian food anywhere. Lassi
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Cee L.

The food is tasty, but the prices aren't so much. Then again, there's really no other competition for indian food on the island, so India Palace is my place to go for indian food. I will agree with others that there are times when the food could use some more spices, but overall it's been pretty tasty. My husband and I usually get the chicken palak paneer, and the roasted eggplant with lots of naan and the wonderfully fragrant basmatti rice. I also like the mango lassi, which goes well with the food. The garlic naan is also good, but it is double the price of regular naan, so it depends on how much you love your garlic that day. India Palace is definitely worth a try if you're on the island.
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Alicia K.

Yum yum glutton fun! lol This is an Alameda treasure. I didn't even care for Indian food a few years ago...you know why?? Because I hadn't had India Palace...hahaha! Wow...after trying tons of Indian restaurants, no place makes it like India Palace. Their sauces are creamy and the cheeses are to die for. My, my, my, take a friend that "hates" Indian food and they'll end up loving India Palace. I've ordered my favorites at restaurants in SF and I was so disappointed that most of the time the food got wasted for it was a terrible version of what I'm used to. Thank you! PS - get ready to nap after having dinner here. The food is heavy and heavenly delicious!
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Caroline B.

This is the place that I learned to love Indian food at as a child. But after moving away for college and expanding those horizons a little, this place just isn't the same to me. I probably hadn't eaten here for 4 or so years before my family got take out one night when I was visiting. As it is take out, I cannot say how the service is or even if the decor is the same from the last time I went there (half of the booths canabalized from the Sizzler that went out of business?). My family ordered the chicken tikka masala, palak paneer, rogan josh, tandoori mixed grill, meat samosas, rice, nan, garlic nan, and onion kulcha. All of that was about $70-something. Not bad. The meat samosas were on the bland side. I think Whole Foods does better ones. Chicken tikka masala is about my favorite dish ever. I have even learned to cook it from scratch. That being said, I found this one to be very bland. It has almost no flavor at all to me. The palak paneer was probably the best thing. I could eat that cheese forever. The rogan josh was also very full of flavor and amazing. I found a lot of the meats in the mixed grill to be a little dry. All of the breads were very good. I don't think this place is too bad for being in Alameda, but having eaten a lot of Indian food since then, it just doesn't measure up. Nothing was horrible, but an Indian restaurant should not have bland chicken tikka masala.
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Jimmy P.

Honestly this is the best place I will only go to now for Indian food, when you drive by it looks like a normal residential house, But they transformed it into a restaurant and it works! The Staff is very friendly and you can tell it is family owned! The Chicken Tiki Masala w/ Garlic Naan and Pilaf rice is a must have when you come here, that combo alone is about 20 bucks but it is enough to Fill two people, It may seem pricey but it is well worth it for the quality you get.
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Kate L.

The food here is really good. The price point is slightly higher ($11 for Chicken Tikka Masala) than what I usually pay for Indian food, but it was worth it. It was the first time in a long time that I didn't eat tough or dried out meat, both the lamb and the chicken were perfectly cooked. We also had an assorted fried veggie app that had beautifully cooked veggies, and not too much batter. All of the flavors were really nice, and nothing was greasy or too oily. Service was terrific, my water glass never went below half empty. We went for dinner, but I definitely want to go back for the lunch buffet. Plus, this place is really oddly assembled in an old house with weird decorations and some goldfish.
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Mara D.

Yum, been here more than twice now and keep coming back! Friendly, clean, and great indian food. What more could you ask for??
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theoldman F.

I'm not an Indian Food expert by any means, but I do very much enjoy this place. It's sparse, simple, cheap, clean, good, and a solid veggie menu. I approve spending your hard earned dollars here.
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Kimberly P.

Lunch buffet, some nan bro.
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Steven C.

Best palak in Bay Area.
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John M.

Decent-looking menu, but the starters were too salty and the main course curries weren't well spiced. They have the right idea but this is mediocre, and not even all that cheap.
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Nick B.

Had never had Indian food before coming here, For some reason I had an unnatural fear of it. Anyway First time here I played it safe and had Chicken Makahani, OMG was it good!! I have also tried some of their veggie dishes and lamb dishes. Nan is good and the place is small so refills and check in's are quick and often. An overall great place.
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S R.

Authentic, delicious food made with love, and you can taste it in every bite!!!
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Bibby L.

LOVE this place! It's super close to my house so I usually just walk there (walk of some of those calories! haha) and it's realllly reasonably priced. The lunch buffet is an awesome deal w/ tons of veggie options.
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Nelly M.

Three words: CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA It's the best I've had here in the Bay. Skip the naan and go for the onion kulcha- so tasty! The gulab jamun was nice and warm and the perfect ending to a great meal.
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William S.

Been here three times so far, twice for dinner, once for the lunch buffet. Haven't been disappointed yet. Found this place via Yelp while at the Pacific Pinball Museum down the street and looking for a place for dinner. Visited based purely on the reviews and was not disappointed. When you ask for hot, you are given hot, but also incredibly flavorful. Had the lamb vindaloo and it's still my favorite. This would have been five stars, but the lunch buffet I had left a little to be desired, if just because of my enhanced expectations based on the first visit. It's obvious they use some cheaper cuts of lamb for the buffet, so be careful of bone shards. Still, just as tasty as the previous dinner. Visited the third time on last Friday night with a group of 9 for part of what could be considered my bachelor party. The service was a little spotty, but it looked like the manager stepped in and things picked up very quickly. Everybody seemed very happy with their meals. From now on, this will be my go to spot in Alameda whenever I'm in the area.
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sara m.

I love this place. The food is excellent. Always good. never a bad meal. The service was friendly and It was served quickly. I would recommend to anyone.
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Lauren K.

This place is great and now that they deliver in Alameda we will have it more often! We've had India Palace a couple of times and had very different dishes each time. We've had the Tandoori Mix Grill and everything in it was great. The meat was not dry and the spices were fabulous. The Chicken Tikka Marsala was creamy and the leftover sauce was great on some rice. The food is good quality and the price doesn't break the bank. For delivery or sit-down it is a good choice.
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Savia S.

I have to update my review of this place and upgrade them a star. First off, they've started deliveries, and second, the quality of their food has stepped up a notch since I wrote the last review. The beingan bhartha, aloo gobi, lamb rogan josh, naan, pakora, samosas... all excellent. The mint chutney is still amazing (and the tamarind still so-so). The kheer is decent but not quite superb... it tastes a bit like paper and has an unusual amount of... what are they, sheets of milk solids?... distributed throughout. Not great. But the food in general is definitely good, and their lamb rogan josh melts in your mouth. Whenever I eat that dish, I'm glad I started occasionally eating meat again! They seem to have updated their decor a little bit, as well, but it's still a little bit dated. A shame! A good restaurant designer could do wonders with the space. But since they deliver, we just enjoy their food at our house... so I hope they keep delivering!
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Anthony G.

Good food. Fun location.
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Esra P.

I've only been there during lunch, but I did like the experience. There's not a lot of variety during lunch, but the lunch buffet food was available was great still. Love the tapioca looking thing as dessert.
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Anna C.

By far my favorite Indian restaurant! I haven't been disappointed by any of their food. My favorite foods there are the Palak Paneer, Punjabi Curry and Mali Kofta. They also have excellent Nan in many different flavors. I would, and have, recommended this place to people!
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Flip T.

This is going to be tough cause I've been eating here for the past year and some things finally came to question. Chicken Curry - Looks like someone blew their nose in the food. I saw something sticky like wet snot that didn't come apart, it makes me throw up just thinking about it. The Kind Waiter - stares at you when you eat your food, not glancing to see if your plate is done but he completely stares at you while you eat. Very uncomfortable Wifi - doesn't even work. You can connect but it doesn't connect to anything. Mango Ice Cream Machine Thingy - wasn't even on when I was there... Naan - pretty good! Everything else - really good but now, i'm just not confident that their food is clean... i'm actually starting to feel sick... Price - Awesome.
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Matt P.

God damn this place is good. I order the same things every time (Chana masala, palak paneer, veggie samosas) and they never disappoint. My co-workers who are Indian swear by this place and they were so right.
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Shivaun N.

My partner & I decided to come here based on the number of good reviews this place got. We honestly don't understand the ratings. The bhindi masala typified the food we were served - very over cooked and so dry and salty as to be inedible. It was as though the salt was being used as a substitute for real spice. What I love most about Indian food is its complex layering of flavors, none of which was evident in any of the "one note" dishes we sampled. While the service was prompt and the staff was very cordial, not even the ease of parking makes the food worth the price. We will not be going there again.
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Mike D.

Listen to me and listen carefully. If you pay attention to my other restaurant reviews you will notice that it's "all about the food." This place is no different. I am of Indian descent, I know Indian food (veg & non-veg.) India Palace in Alameda is one of the best tasting Indian restaurants in the bay area. Better than San Jose, Fremont, Milpitas where there are Indo restaurants on every other corner. Family owned, take the time to compliment the owner on a job well done....
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H C.

The lunch buffet was sooooooooooo disappointing. I expected a better and bigger spread, based on the other yelp reviews but alas, there was none. In fact, since there was food on both sides of the rectangular service area, I checked on the other side, but that was just soup, dessert (kheer and watermelon), some sad-looking apps (macaroni, limp salad), and sauces/condiments. No chicken tikka masala in the buffet area so that was already a letdown because it's one of my favorite dishes. And the other dishes ranged from so-so to blech! I could only stomach like 4 of the dishes, and that was a stretch. No fresh naan brought in a basket to your table (no... cuz that would inconvenience the server too much, who had a terrible attitude). Other tables got naan in a basket but maybe they had ordered a la carte. Btw, this was the same female employee who made eye contact with me three times and still never seated us (there's a sign in the entrance that says wait to be seated). Instead, you pick up the naan at the buffet area, if there is any. On our first trip to the buffet area, there were two sad-looking pieces left and I should have skipped it. Not surprisingly, the naan was dry and stale. By the time fresh(?) naan was brought out, we were almost done with our meal. Unfortunately, the rice didn't taste much better and the samosas (cut in half) were extremely dry and somewhat shrunken. We would have left a tip if there had been better service (no plates removed, no water refilled) but I was just glad to get out of there (stuffy air!). Also, you can imagine how disappointed I was just trying to justify the $8.95 cost when we were rung up at $9.99 + tip. OH HELL NO! I HATE when places don't update their prices (hint: website, menu). Grr. Not worth the trek out to Alameda! And metal plates? I felt like I was camping. Never again.
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Jennifer E.

I have been eating at this restaurant for 10 years and it has never ever given me the runs. For Indian food, that says a whole lot. When I was younger I used to invite any friend that seemed remotely interested in trying new foods. Most time I even paid for them just so I could have company. With out fail every Thursday my mom was willing to take an hour out of her day to help me stuff my face with Tiki marsala, palik paneer, samosas, and anything else that was all you can eat in the buffet. I am forever in debt to this place for opening my eyes to food beyond a hamburger and fries.
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nicole v.

I went here on friday and while eating my lunch I saw roaches crawling in and around the register and front desk. When I immediately got up from my seat,stopped eating and told the manager a women came out and tried to catch the bugs. Gross! I stupidly paid my check and left. Never Again! Calling the health department.
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Julie V.

The best Indian place I've ever eaten at. They have great pricing, many choices of Naan, great appetizers ( recommend the assorted platter) and great dishes. I love love love the Prawn Palak. I usually order 2 of that plus a veggie dish and the rice then I am set. I went with a family of 6 and our bill didn't even come out over $40. They have parking and great food with pretty decent drinks. Can't get any better than this.
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Paul C.

India Palace serves well-flavored, but not very spicy food. When I want spicy Indian, I go to the House of Curries in Oakland. India Palace definitely serves a milder, but no less tasty cuisine. Last time we ordered some Vegetable Samosas, Chicken Tikka Masala, Aloo Matter (potatoes and peas, yum!), and some Naan. Everything was great! India Palace is our family's go-to place for Indian food that will please everyone -- including the 18-month-old boy!
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Matthew F.

The Alameda Indian food outpost, the lone sentry providing tasty delectables to the islanders. This little family run house/restaurants is not big on trendy decor, but makes up for it in the food. Fantastic Nan, very tasty chicken tikki, and so cheap, I can't figure out how the hell they make any money. The very dated decor is very easy to overlook, as the man the waits on you is so nice, that your happy you are supporting a little independent place. I also noticed that on my first visit, they were giving an 8% discount on orders over 20.00 as a a 'customer appreciation'. A nice gesture that is really not necessary, they should raise their prices 8%, for providing the only Indian food outside of Breads of India in Oakland. Only gripe that I found, the Tikki Masala doesn't seem to be on the menu, but from what I could see across the dining room, it appears that it is available. Check it out, support this place!!!!
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Annie Y.

I love India Palace. The flavor of the food is delicious, complex and rich. It tastes fresh- like stuff that don't come out of cans. I take all my friends and out of townners here and they have told me that it is one of the best indian food that they have had. Their lunch buffet is a very good deal. I am a loyal fan.
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Will K.

Great Indian food here! A diamond in the rough. I used to live in alameda and I went here all the time. Now I can only go once in a while because of distance, but I still go because it's by far the best Indian food around. Just don't eat the deserts they are kind of nasty! But back to the point.... Go eat delicious Indian food at this little nook and you won't be disappointed.
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Maleyna J.

I can't believe I haven't reviewed India Palace yet. We come here at least once every two weeks, and the food and service are always terrific. The vegetable sabzi is awesome, and the rest of the family raves about the samosas, fish pakora, and the navratan korma. The staff are very friendly and attentive. We feel very lucky to have this restaurant in our town.
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Annie D.

LOVE IT!!! For first timers, you must try the Chicken Tikka Masala and the Chicken Tandoori SOO GOOD! I also ordered the Chicken Lentil soup that was also tasty as well. This place is a little pricer compared to other indian restaurants, however quality and food tastes great, the service was great and attentive, and its convenient and near by when i'm too lazy to drive to berkeley.
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Danielle D.

This was the best Indian food I've had in the Bay Area. We stopped in on a whim after Albert's was closed, and I'm SO glad we did. At just after 11am, the buffet was all delectably fresh and ready for us. We gorged on veggie pakora, aloo gobi, channa palak, chicken curry, and lamb vindaloo. The lamb was so moist and delightful, I almost cried. The chicken was perfect, also - and the pickle was good, too. The tea was fresh and hot, and the water flowed. I will definitely dine here again!
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Czarina R.

I love this place! Best so far and it's in my neigborhood! Their Lamb Palak and Lamb Pasanda are the best!! Takes a bit long for them to serve the food but it's all worth it. If you want good Indian food, this is the place to go. I have only tried dinner and have yet to try their luncg buffet but I bet it's really good! :)
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Beth B.

An additional star because they seem like they're trying - and I once had decent saag paneer there. But, oh, we had bad food tonight. At first, it seemed tasty because we were really really hungry, but then halfway through eating I realized it was disgusting: most of the portions were fatty sauce, and in retrospect one should not have to put half a bowl of tamarind sauce and mint chutney on a samosa to make it taste good. The worst part: dinner for two was $40, with no drinks but water. Granted, we had one meat dish and two veggie dishes, but given that they were inferior to super-cheap Indian fast food, totally not worth it.
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annonymous l.

In my opinion-- the best Indian food in the Bay. I've tried a lot of places and I like this one the best.
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Jeff F.

The west end of Alameda offers few choices for really good food. India Palace is a stands out here as it would in the trendiest of foodie neighborhoods. The food, service and atmosphere are consistently good. I like their tandoori dishes, their curries and especially their palak paneer. It's my hometown favorite.
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tracy m.

This place has the best Indian food in the e. bay, hands down. Saag paneer and chana and lentil dishes are outstanding. Everythying is VERY rich and very delicious! Worth the trip to Alameda though not much is!!
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Alicia L.

I think i've tried Indian food twice in my whole life and India Palace is really good!! The last time i tried indian food...or something like it, was in Morgan Hill. I don't recall the name of the place...but it was pretty good...until i had India Palace. We came here to a birthday lunch for my unit from work. It was recommended by a unit member and i am forever thankful for his great taste in food! So, we all did the lunch buffet and i tried almost everything there was. But, i was hooked on the Nan and chicken curry. that was just delicious! Tandoori was also great. Everything was just great. They did not; however, had any Indian desserts. There was a soft serve ice cream machine...but i can get that from McDonald's. I wanted to try Indian desserts! I gave it 4 stars and not 5 because of the lack of desserts!!! Food was great!! I'd go there again!
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Kimberlee M.

Eat there and don't have your food delivered. I'm bummed to even be writing this and I hope that India Palace reads these reviews and tries to improve. I have eaten there for over 15 years (going back to when I was in college). Food was always good. Moved away for a few years and then moved back in December 2009. We had food delivered with friends and all of us thought the food rocked the new house. Sadly, we've had food delivered three more times with other friends and each time the food wasn't as good as the previous time and the last time has sworn both my husband and I from ordering there again...all because of the way the woman took our order over the phone. We ordered for 5 adults, each getting an entree. My stepmom ordered some chicken dish I can't recall and it came in a tiny container that looked more like 4 pieces of Japanese vegetable tempura than an Indian chicken dish she swore always came in a sauce. This clearly was not an entree. When I called and asked what happened the woman (who did take the original order) said "it's an appetizer, I gave you the appetizer not entree." When I asked "why didn't you ask if this was an appetizer or entree order," she said she didn't have to. Hmmm, ok. So normally the order comes with rice so we didn't ask for it because all the other times it has. My dad ordered Lamb Biryani (rice with lamb) which led to order mistake #2. Seeing no containers of "regular" rice, when I called back also about that she actually said "you don't need more rice." "What do you mean?" I asked. Her reply "since you ordered Lamb Biryani I decided you didn't need more rice." Carb czar? When I explained to her that three of the 5 people were vegetarians who did want rice without meat in it, she didn't even offer to bring more and just kept repeating "you do not need more rice...you have Lamb Biryani...Biryani is rice." After getting tired of my same reply of "but that rice has lamb in it and we have people here that don't eat lamb," it was clear the call was going no where. Why this woman felt it was her decision to convert an entree into an appetizer size dish and to not give or ask if regular rice/biryani was also wanted/needed because one dish of it was in the order doesn't make sense to us. I think it was her tone that blew it more actually. Since that whole moment was beyond lame and the food has lost its magic after each order, we're done...sorry to say. If they have a new chef, they need the old one back. They also need a more intelligent person answering the some.
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Marie D.

A nice stop on my way home when I am craving Indian food (which happened a lot lately). Very nice people, smiling and polite. It is true that take out are usually late, and even though their couch is comfortable, there is nothing to read, a couple of magazines will be a great addition ; ) I usually order their tandoori assorted (appetizer), a naan and the Bangain Bharta (roasted eggplant, really really good, even cold with carrots, and cucumbers), and it is more than enough The food is not very spicy (ie: hot) but flavorful.
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joe p.

This is a good indian place for lunch buffets. I know there are a lot out there offering indian lunch buffets from alameda to oakland to berkeley and yeah emeryville but I can probably say this is in my top 10. The selection is far better than other indian buffets, i love the tikka masala,curry, vindaloo, and of course they have lamb.do you notice a trend here?i just love lamb. hihi. peace out PETA. But for vegetarians out there don't get your panties in a bunch, they have a lot vegetable dishes. just not sure what they are called cause i avoid them like a plague.Great service, refills the water without having to ask(one of my pet peeves) in a non fine dining restaurant.it's a damn buffet can we just have a pitcher of cold water?. So why 3 stars? well if you get here by 130pm and the buffet ends at 2pm. expect some dishes to run out and they won't replace them and let's put it this way you still pay the same amount for less selection of dishes.not fair.
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matthew r.

When you have a buffet full of really tasty Indian food (as India Palace does) and you have very little self control with regard to food (as I do) you will overeat and spend the rest of the afternoon in a nonproductive bloated haze. This is why I don't come here all that often. Go for lunch on Thursdays; They'll have their lamb curry out.
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Enrique N.

This place serves up some quality food that makes you want to keep eating even if your stomach can't handle any more. The vindaloo is great with chicken or lamb. I've had the buffet a couple of times and it was better on the weekend. But for ten bucks, you can't beat it. Chicken curry is also great and the garlic naan is a must. I've gotten some friends at work turned on to this place and we will probably be placing another order one of these days.
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Greg R.

Good place for Indian food - hands down. I've been going here for nearly 10 years and there was a time when the food went down, but that was years ago; service is excellent and the only problem I have with it is I need to wear my stretchy pants when I go here because I end up eating too damn much! The garlic naan, the palak paneer, the chicken tikki masala, are all my to-die-for favorites. Recommended: if you live or work in Alameda during the weekday lunchtime - do their lunch buffet. Nice selection and you can't beat the price.
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Alex B.

SOOOO good!!!! Best Indian food in the Bay Area. I would recommend it to everyone looking for a nice meal.
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Renee N.

Unfortunately I've had some pretty awesome Indian food in my relatively short life and as Indian places go, this one sits squarely in fourth place...by virtue of being the fourth Indian restaurant I've visited more than once. But still. The first was Kamal Palace in Berkeley which has since shut down; if you have something bad to say about Kamal Palace, please shush--when I went it was exclusively for the Navratan Korma, my absolute favorite dish ever that no other place has even come CLOSE to replicating. Primarily comprised of bell peppers and a delicious red/orange sauce...sigh. The second was an unnamed Indian place close enough to our Brooklyn Heights apartment to deliver the absolute most awesome Chicken Tikka Masala in the history of mankind. We used to get three orders between three people because no one was willing to share. I could've, literally, drunk the sauce. I may go back to Brooklyn just for that Chicken Tikka. The third is Shalimar in San Francisco. The fourth, as previously mentioned, is India Palace. It's a nice little place that serves pretty tasty food. The samosas are usually the highlight of my meal, though it's possible I just haven't found my India Palace entree of choice yet. I got the Chicken Tikka once and found it dry and, if I recall correctly, sauceless. In the face of my Brooklyn memories it was a sad, sad meal. I've also had a veggie curry of come kind that was pretty dry as well, though still tasty. The thing is, I'm a sauce whore and am usually more interested in the sauce than the stuff inside of it. If an Indian dish comes and has nothing for me to dip my naan in, what's the point? Still, I'm thrilled to have an Indian place on the island, especially considering that my first choice Indian eatery is closed, the second is in New York, and the third is in San Francisco (which, to an Alamedan, is almost as bad as it being in New York).
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Amy C.

My husband and I dined in here for dinner this week. Nan was good, veggie samoas were tasty, chicken tikka masala was very good, tandoori chicken was decent. The flavor of the tandoori chicken was almost too smokey for my taste, and the color was an unnatural red (like food coloring) which was kind of unappetizing. We also ordered mango lassis which were yummy. Overall, good dinner. We will definitely go back.
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Gwen H.

Tasty lunch buffet [$8?], good service, they make a mean tikka kabab, and everyone looks prettier in the turquoise booths. I just wish they did a dinner buffet, too.
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Salsaboy S.

The food here is good, not great. It's not of the highest quality -- though it does have more variation in flavor and spice than some Indian restaurants that use higher quality ingredients (such as Flavors of India). The service is mixed. The server needed to confirm the accuracy of our order four separate times. Also, while water is promptly refilled, when we are ready to leave, it sometimes takes a long time before the check is cashed-out. Ambiance is non-existent. Decor is tacky. I'm still in pursuit of an excellent Indian restaurant in the Bay Area.
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Chris F.

Mediocre food (think Indian food for really white people), and abysmal service and wait staff. I was unimpressed with the food, which was bland and overly greasy. The Indian flavors did not stand out, and were overwhelmed by the too-rich sauces slathered on everything. It was kind of like the food was prepared for a white-trash palate. If Applebees served Indian Food, this would be it. Also, last week when we showed up 40 minutes before closing, they wouldn't seat us saying they were already closed (despite that their menu's hours said otherwise). Very annoying.
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E. M.

Ok when you're craving Indian food and there's not a lot of options. I used to live within walking distance but otherwise wouldn't go out of my way for it. One thing that bugged me: I ordered palak paneer and swear it was tofu! I am chinese so I recognize tofu! Did anyone else out there notice this besides me??? I am lactose intolerant so tofu is cool but still I don't like tofu being passed off as cheese....
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david s.

You get four stars for your Bhindi Masala. It's so good that I can overlook the wonky, converted suburban house interior, and the fact that you don't have very good beer or wine. But that Bhindi Masala; it's worth the trip to Alameda; hell, it might be worth moving to Alameda!
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Mary P.

I moved. I joined a carpool. Now I have learned about all these fun little places to eat in Alameda. Now I have to go to all these fun little places in Alameda. Of course I would choose India Palace as one of the first. I love Indian food. The funny little issue I have is that there's all these little Indian restaurants in Berkeley and none of them make me happy. That's odd, since they are run by Indians. I started to worry about the Indian food I had in the past, I thought it was Indian. Maybe I was wrong. Maybe my mind is just running in circles. Anyway, I honestly thought that when I went here it would be like the Berkeley experience. I WAS WRONG!!! WAHOO!!!!! This place was actually good! Spicy. yummy. Chai was just right. paneer perfect. saag. oh, the saag! We actually took home leftovers....then got take out two days later to go with our leftovers. It was good take out as well. So I want to explain my missing star: The service is long and a bit dysfunctional. Don't go here when you are hungry. Go an hour or so before you may be hungry. Don't expect your drinks to be refilled right away. Everyone is a bit confused. Except the chefs. They seem to know exactly what they are doing. As for the person who wrote that the staff needs to work on their english, wtf? it's an indian restaurant. It's run by Indians. From India. It seems perfectly OK to go to a chinese restaurant where the staff speak only chinese....so what's the dif? Anyway, I'm from the midwest. I understood everyone through their accents just fine. And the food, when it did show, was magnificent!
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Michael T.

Delicious and well priced buffet. Only downside is that the selections never change and the staff is a little unfriendly. I'm a total regular, but never get anything more than a blank stare from the waitress. Not that I'm looking for attention, but a friendly "good to see you again" or simply "hi" would be nice.
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Donna V.

I haven't made it to the lunch buffet at this place but I've had dinner here several times. Tonight I had the Palak Paneer, Chicken Tikka and Shrimp Masala... All were really good. The service is always great and it's a nice and quiet little place. It would be awesome if Alameda had a few more choices for Indian cuisine but at least the only Indian place in A-town is a good one. Minus one star because food just as good in the neighboring cities would be much cheaper.
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Natalie L.

AMAZING FOOD & SERVICE! LUNCH BUFFET ROCKS! I suggest trying anything on the menu- it's all to die for Indian food! A little pricey, but so worth the dining experience!
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Kazuo S.

This place is my favorite indian restaurant in the bay area. A hidden gem. The staff is friendly and the food taste great. One of the best places to have tikka masala and the palak! Hidden from the main street so plenty of parking. I would highly recommend this place.
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Winane L.

I've been here a few times. The food is right on with the spices. The lunch buffet is yummy. Alot of times I find myself craving their food. I've yet to make it here for dinner. It's aways been for lunch buffet. The nearby farmer's market on Tuesdays and Thursdays has been my excuses. And of course if I need to head into Oakland via the tube....the more scenic route. I wished they had more variety in the buffet.
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John L.

We went on a Thursday night. Overall, India Palace was average. We had the tandoori mixed grill, which was good, but not excellent. the chicken was a bit dry, but the shrimp was nice, juicy, and grilled well. We also had the chicken tikka masala, which was too creamy and not as flavorful as typical tikka masala. Oh, and we had the garlic naan, which was very delicious!! I would definitely get the garlic naan there again.
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Valerie H.

Food was FABULOUS and the service was impressive. The waiter was very prompt with water refills and was easy to understand as well as friendly. Portions were of large size and the prices were low in comparison to other Indian restaurants. They do need to replace two rather ugly and faded nature pictures in the main dining room....but I went for the good food so pictures are irrelevant. The restaurant is very clean. I give this place an A+.
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Amelia R.

I like this place, but then, generally Indian food isn't my fav. Not a lunch spot for me, but for dindins I usually get the Palak Paneer. Flavorful enough for me without burning the crap out of my mouth with fire-hot curry that makes you mad twice. Take that as you will. Garlic Nan is a must; loves me the fried tofu blocks, too. Fast service, sometimes.
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Gerald U.

What can I say... it is the *only* Indian restaurant in Alameda. So if I want to grub on Indian food without having to cross a bridge or tunnel, this is the place to go. Fortunately, the food here is actually pretty good and it keeps me coming back. Just about everything I've tried is delicious although I've only been here for dinner. My faves are the chicken tika masala, eggplant dish, and their good variety of bread. Prices are also reasonable. I guess my biggest complaint would be the location, lackluster decor and atmoshphere of the place. But at least it stays on par with the rest of Alamediocre's quirky restaurant design standards. It feels like you're arriving at someone's house converted into a restaurant and utilizes turquoise vinyl booths ripped out of cheezy 80's diner. But hey don't let this deter you from coming here. The food is good and judging by the numbers of their customers every night, a lot of other people agree.
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Alfonso E.

This is by far my favorite Indian restaurant in the East Bay despite the plethora of good choices in Berkeley, Oakland and Fremont. I was actually introduced to this place by the very discriminating food snob of a culinary instructor who taught me how to cook Indian food. You betcha I trust her judgment and taste, but India Palace also happens to live up to the lofty quality I ended up expecting. And the service is always so, so friendly. The 'wet' dishes and dal always have the perfect consistency and are sophisticated (not in-your-face) in flavor. The tandoor cooked dry selections are seasoned so nicely, and generally the meats are pretty good quality (I could ask more of their lamb though from time to time). Big, big perk: all you can eat lunch buffet on weekdays. Do NOT miss the muligatawny (chicken) soup.... oh yum! Try to be seated at the 'upper' part of the dining room near the windows. The booth seats near the kitchen always seem to have some sort of funky smell -- a bummer to say the least.
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Mari V.

Disappointing, after the wonderful Indian food at Cafe Raj in Berkeley which sets the standard. At the lunch buffet no tikka masala, no sag paneer, tired chicken tandoori, overly salty raita, and the chicken strangely cut up into tiny pieces in the curries. That afternoon and evening I had an intestinal reaction, of which I will spare fellow Yelpers the details. The only pluses, big tables, with plenty of room in between. Too bad--I need good lunch places for my periodic trips to Alameda. Any good suggestions, especially in the Asian category?
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Jason H.

My wife and I were craving Indian food on our trip to Oakland and found the perfect spot right near the hotel. Excellent service, food, and atmosphere. Loved the garlic Nan and chicken tiki Masala. Will definitely come back again if we're visiting the area.
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Carol Lynn M.

Yes! They now deliver!
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Scott S.

The tandoori chicken is very juicy. I love this place for lunch.
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Christina K.

Delicious! Went for take out tonight and can't wait to go back and eat my way through the menu. I second other Yelpers comments that it's not too spicy, but that's how I like it. Perhaps they could up the spice factor on request. The chicken tikka masala and palak paneer were perfect. The rice was aromatic and flavorful, and as a nice touch- topped with a few green peas and a cherry! $26 for two entrees, rice and naan. I will certainly go back... maybe even tomorrow.
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Zan M.

I went to this place 4 or 5 times already and my family ordered the same food all the time.. food is great, the servers are awsome!!! almost perfect, only bad thing that i can think of is the place is too small, they dont take reservations, so my advise, if u want to eat here, make sure u come as early as possible
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Mel H.

I tried so hard to eat more, my tummy was sated, but everything was so good! Our dinner of the tandoori mixed plate (#33), the lamb curry, saffron rice, and baingan bharta (eggplant!!) was great. The mango lassi's were also delicious and cool, a perfect companion to our joyful-tear-and-sniffle-inducing curries. OH, and garlic naan. Mustn't forget the garlic naan.
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Jeff G.

We've gone back to India Palace and I'm glad to say our first experience wasn't a fluke. The food is delicious and my wife says that she's not afraid of Indian food anymore. This restaurant has opened up a new world of flavors for her (and I get to eat Indian food again)! The vegetable samosas are great, the breads are amazing (the paneer pratha in particular - cheesy, tender buttery and delicious). The baingan bharta is smoky and some of the best I've had. The matter paneer is also great. I never really thought of Indian as comfort food before, but we could not get over how great everything was on our last visit. We'll be back...a lot.
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Erica G.

Highly overrated. Way too salty (even for me and my salty ways), way too greasy. Maybe I just got them on an off night, but I don't see what the hoopla's all about with this place.
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Moh S.

Very conveniently located close to my house. Dishes here are always flavorful and in good portions. Tried everything from the Tikka Marsala to their biryanis, lamb chops, fish tandoori. They're all delicious, I order extra spicy always and for everything - secret to my immune system ;)
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Andy T.

India Palace has been my favorite restaurant since moving to Alameda a couple of years ago. It feels live I've eaten here at least once a week since I first went. My favorite meal: chicken pakora and chicken tikka masala with a side of basmatic rice and naan which total costs around $20-22. My girlfriend and I usually order it to go, but when we decide to dine in, the service is quick, prompt and polite. For the amount of times we have eaten there or brought it home, we have never been disappointed. not once. we'll continue to enjoy eating the great food from india palace again and again!
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Graeme W.

Nice little find in Alameda ... Wife and I on a recent date night craved Indian. Found this close by. We started with the veggie samosa's. This was a home run. I weight my review of Indian restaurants heavily toward the quality of the Naan. Good Naan always leads to good food. Would have given it 5 stars but I ate so much I couldn't "review" the Kheer (rice pudding) and Gulab Jamin ... The wifes Tikka Masala was as good as anywhere ... I ordered the Chicken Palaak. It was possibly the best I've eaten although I would have preferred a little more spice to it. Service was good ... although I did miss not be able to watch any Bollywood flicks. Couldn't see a big screen anywhere!!!
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Jen J.

The lunch buffet is sooo good. They offer a good variety of meat didhes and vegetarian. Its nice to able to go to a place to eat that serves my boyfriend and myself. All the sauces are yummy and even though I can't eat meat the tandori chicken smells and looks amazing.
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Margaret M.

Can I get a SHANTI? Shanti shanti....india Palace is a delight on the palate. Tucked away in this little converted probably old Victorian or a Hofbrau house at one time in Alameda (of all places) off of the beaten path which is usually the crowded Park St, it is a culinary gem. The Tandoori Fish tried for the 1st time on Friday, June 19, is moist, tender, delicately flavored served on a searing hot plate with onions and bell peppers just made me drool thinking about it. What I love about this place is that the food is seasoned well with enough flavors that are not over-powering. I can literally eat there every day. I can't say that for every Indian/Pakistani place I've been. Usually, I need a couple of months to recoup, but not India Palace. I can go there right now. Give me a bag of their papadums and I'm a happy camper!! By the way, tried the Rasa....something dessert... you'll die...literally...and have gone to heaven. It's that good. I almost had to wrestle my friend from eating it after he said he was too full. Then when he took his first bite, he couldn't stop eating. Next time, I'm getting my own and forget about sharing!! oh, yeah...service is prompt and attentive although not overly personable (it's ok) and the decor is eclectic even though it has a heavy European overtone...just go, enjoy the smells and the food. That's the most important thing, no? ...oh..one more thing...if you love pickles that are spicy...ya gotta tried their Mango Pickles. It's not on the menu. It's an insider's delight. So yummy, it makes your toes curl! Now you know. Let's keep it amongst ourselves..wink wink!
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Denise D.

I like this Indian restaurant. The reason for four stars is that I always order the same dish and some days it's excellent but other times it's rather disappointing. I have ordered delivery a few times and each time the same dish is terrible, so we never order delivery anymore. I love the naan and the rice with peas is delicious. I do have to say the mango lassi is probably the worst I have ever had, which is a bummer. Other than the food being hit or miss and the not very good mango lassi, I like the food and enjoy dining here.
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The H.

This restaurant was my introduction to "awesome places to eat in the Bay Area" when I first moved 5 years ago. It remains one of my favorites. I have been hopelessly addicted to Indian food ever since then. I have since tried many other very good Indian restaurants in the Bay, but I still think this one is the yummiest. I've been here many times and it's consistently good. No complaints either about the service or atmosphere. My favorite dish here is the Matar Paneer. In fact, I love it so much that I've tried so many times to make my own and have tried countless different recipes trying to mimic their matar paneer, and just can't get it right! It's never as good. Definitely go for dinner though. The lunch buffet is only so-so. (Although, to be fair, I have yet to experience an Indian buffet that's really knocked my socks off, so maybe I just don't care for Indian buffets) There is a discount if you pay in cash.
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John B.

Good food! We had the sampler plate, along with an appetizer and it was enough for the two of us .
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Zareth B.

My mother in law, my husband and myself came for dinner. We were really excited to eat dinner, and got seated quickly. Got water and tea right away and they took our order promptly after I had voiced we had been there for 15 min... disclaimer: I recognize and knew ahead of time that it was a busy night and a Friday night....after they took our order it took an hour and 10 minutes to actually get our food. And I had to inquire twice about it. Upon arrival the waiter said you ordered what we ran out of so we had to make more. Like it was our fault or we are some how psychic, they didn't even warn us that they were out! Once we got our food, it was only half of what we ordered and had to wait an additional 20 min.( I know i sound Ã¼ber complainy right now but I have a Diabetic husband who's sugar was running low. ) it was an overall bad experience and we will not be returning to this establishment, which is a shame since they have one of the best veggie pakora on the island.
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Sierra E.

This place is beautiful, quiet and has amazing delicious food. It's my new go-to restaurant. Also, sweet and attentive staff.
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Jenn H.

The restaurant is a converted house, which is kinda cool, but now onto the buffet. So it's about $12 (because I tip) and while if we combine gas, it's definitely cheaper than me going out to Walnut Creek or Lafayette, plus gas. The Naan is self-serve, most places I go for buffet just hand you a basket of naan, and I've never had a basket refill, but at least here I can go grab as much naan as I want. At first I was about to dock a star for lack of butter chicken, but then I realized it was a different name after I googled it. But butter chicken... yum... so $12 for all the butter chicken I want! There's more choices, but that's predominately what I eat. I had the Chicken Masala, which was also great. Wish I tried the lamb curry, must have been all the chicken I ate. The Kheer could use a bit more spices, probably more cardamon to make it perfect. :) But then again, there was the ice cream machine, but I'd go for Kheer any day! What I was a little upset about was the lack of Chai Masala out on the buffet, which I usually see a lot. I LOVE THAT STUFF. But as for buffeting- not for a while and I'd probably just order a butter chicken to-go. Maybe with some Kheer.
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Tiffany T.

The boyfriend wanted some meat and curry and what better place to go then to an Indian restaurant. We were lead here by Yelp. At first we were a bit skeptical about the place since it is a restaurant in a Victorian house...literally! My bf questioned whether I led us to a restaurant or a fortune teller -____-. Walked in and really liked the ambiance of the place, it was warm and cozy. We ordered meat samosas, lamb tikka masala, chicken tandoori with garlic naan. The bf loved the meat samosas: on account that its MEATY! i personally, thought it was too meaty and wished they added some veggies/potatoes in there. Lamb tikka masala: this was not on the menu. But they were able to accommodate our orders and whip it up for us. It was creamy and savory, but I wished they made it spicier since it simply tasted sweet. the half chicken tandoori was reallly good! I dont know how they did it, but it came out moist and tender. After one piece I was full..so leave it to the meat man to devour it. The Garlic Naan: it wasn't as fluffy as how I like my naan to be. Still delicious as usual, but it was extremely oily so I had to stop eating after one piece. I was stuffed after a couple of bites and left it for my bf to finish the rest...and Even after expanding his stomach 6 inches wide to stuff himself with all the food, in the end we had to take the leftovers togo -- thats how much food we were served. I would come here again, for the great customer service and the delicious food :)
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Brett D.

Best Indian food I have EVER had ! We order delivery from here quite often maybe once or twice a month even and they never seem to disappoint. We are regulars here and will continue to be ! :)
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Rodger B.

I have been a regular customer of India Palace for over 10 years and I feel shameful that it took me a long time to finally write about this Restuarant. I absolutely love the freshness and flavorful foods that India palace has to offer. The service is great and everyone is so polite. I love the atmosphere is not too stressful rather it is peaceful and calm. I recommend this place to anyone who wants "REAL" Indian food.
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MK S.

Unassuming front but behind that is some excellent Indian food, I wish I didn't stuff myself every time I went there but it's soooo yummy!
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Rachel W.

One of the best Lamb Vindaloo's I've ever had. Normally I don't find Vindaloo curries that spicy but I ordered extra extra spicy and it definitely made me sweat. The garlic naan bread was hot and fresh and next time I go, I'll definitely get a picture
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Daniel A.

Ordered on grubhub tonight. Food is outstanding! It's a little pricy which is why it's taken me so long to order...but it is worth every penny. And the driver was very nice and arrived 20 mins before the estimated time. We will be ordering again! (or coming in to dine in person)
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Ted B.

I have been to India twice and have sampled lots of Indian restaurants around the Bay Area. This place is by far my favorite! You have to try the chicken Tikka Masala and the onion Naan bread are both terrific. I also like to get some mango chutney and put it on my bread for a sweet and spicy combo. Chai tea is a must too! The food is always fresh and tasty but not too spicy and the service is prompt and friendly. Price is very affordable and you can always share dishes to sample more flavors. Lunch buffet is OK but going here for dinner is way better.
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Charlie H.

Great place to spend quality time with your friends & family. Inside is nicely decorated in India theme. Food come pretty fast & tasty definitely will come back to try other dishes. Wish their food portion is little bigger!
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Eric C.

The atmosphere is quaint. You would never imagine a restaurant is located in this building. We ordered the icken masala and the lamb vindaloo. The lamb was on point really good and I love food with a little kick and it was perfect blend of flavor and spice. The garlic Nan was also on point. Not a bad meal at all!!!! I will return.
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Liz V.

Ordered the palak paneer, vegetable samosas, and rice, naan. Enough for three meals! Everything was excellent.
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Cee P.

This place is surprisingly delicious. When you're driving by, you might even miss it. It's in this cute little house. It's buffet style with chicken, lamb and veggie curry. It doesn't taste like it's been sitting out for hours and hours, which is always a good thing. Chicken was never dry, and flavors were delicious. And unlimited nan and everything? Yes please.
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Meghan M.

Amazing place... Excellent balance of flavors and exceptional service. I have been going here for years and they make me feel like family. :) It is so, so good. Favorites: Fish Curry Onions Pakora Dal Soup Shrimp Tandoori!
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Ly H.

Lunch buffet was soooo gooood!
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Erica F.

Since moving to Alameda this has become our Indian place of choice. The food is great. The mint chutney is spicy and clearly home made. The food can be spicy if requested. I usually get the shahi paneer which is known as paneer tikka masala in other places. This is my de facto dish, and they do it better than any place else in the bay. (My former favorite has become inconsistent as of late and has lost their best-in-the-bay place on my list in summer 2013.) We frequently order chana masala, vege samosas, palak paneer, breads. I'm so happy and lucky to have moved near such a wonderful indian restaurant. We can even bike there! Also, the last time we were there we asked them what to order for my daughter and they suggested a chicken dish that she loved. It's nice to have a good option for her besides bread and mango lassi. I believe the dish was chicken pakora if you're curious. Yum!
(5)
Laura S.

I've only ever gotten delivery from India Palace. The food is generally good, and the first couple of times we ordered from them, everything went smoothly. Lately, though, it seems to take longer and longer to deliver. The person at the door always apologizes, but it's gotten ridiculous. It's consistently taking well over an hour.
(2)
Eric H.

I've been getting food here for 15 years, and I have to say the baingan bharta and bhindi masala are the best I've had from any Indian Restaurant. Those dishes have been consistently great over the years. I have tried many other Indian restaurants, too, and have come away very disappointed. I always return to India Palace. The portions are fairly generous and the prices are reasonable.
(5)
Diane K.

Best Indian food in the Bay Area. Lots of great dishes, my favorites are the prawn passanda, chicken tikka all their pakora dishes.
(5)
Zane W.

This place needs a serious cleaning.... my shoes were sticking to the carpet!! We also stuck to the couch in the waiting room and we had to bring attention to the dirty table to our waitress in order to get it cleaned. But I guess for an Indian restaurant this is considered clean. The staff could use some hospitality training! They bordered on being rude and forgot a couple of items we ordered, when reminded of the requests, we got an admonished look....then never reappeared....and never brought what we ordered. Food was OK.... not all that great. Since we were charged for food not brought to us and since it took forever to get anyone's attention to this matter, I deducted the differing amount from their tip.
(3)
Virat R.

Must say change of ownership is really effecting the food. I have been going to India place for the past 20 years, and food was always great. The recent visit I asked the food to be made Indian style and was really really let down on the taste. The prices are the same or a bit more for the same orders, would love it if they would just give the customers what they ask for...over all I will always be loyal to this place as it's a part of who I am. But would love if if they would just make the food in accord to customers likes. All in all still the best Indian food in the Oakland alameda area!
(4)
Jim T.

(Alameda) Good food Good service Reasonable prices Clean Easy parking
(5)
Lauren V.

Lunch buffet is an overpriced fail. 3Rd strike and you're out. Most food was cold including the fried stuff which just tasted like mush. Tiny tandori chicken legs, chewy naan, not good. The lamb curry was 95% fat, it was a mystery hunt to find the meat which was the only decent thing in the buffet
(1)
Hunter S.

Really good food. Nice people and even better service. Highly recommended. My go to indian spot from now on.
(5)
Leslie Y.

My friend insisted that this is the best place for Indian buffet.....so she brought a bunch of us on Saturday for lunch, the place was quite empty, only 6 guests inside, which was surprisingly low for a all you can eat....... The place if off Webster, lots of parking, easy to find...... The food was ok, nothing that made a WOW impact.......there weren't that many selections to begin with....... I would still prefer the place in Hayward, which is much more to my liking......
(3)
Natalie B.

I came with 3 hungry dudes, and we ordered a veritable feast: chicken palak, palak paneer, chicken tikka masala, the tandoori mixed grill, aloo gobi, garlic naan, regular naan, kheer, and mango ice creams. Everyone left super full, happy, and with our bank accounts still intact. The highlight for me is the tandoori mixed grill: tender chicken and lamb that is packed with good spice -- every element on the skillet has a fantastic grilled flavor, too. Also, I'm impressed with the naan: tender, but has some yummy bits of tandoor char too. It holds up to some serious sopping of sauce. Clearly, we're big palak fans, and India Palace's doesn't disappoint. The spinach was smoothly creamed without being heavy. I can't wait to hit up the lunch buffet because dinner was stellar. Totally worth a trip through the tunnel!
(4)
Vladimir P.

Good quality food for a really great price. I recommend especially chicken korma and baingain bharta. The naan is ooooh sooo delicious. They do also lunch buffets - all you can eat. The quality is a bit lower, but for the price it is stll good.
(4)
Zhanna P.

I used to love this place. I visited it with my family as well as with co-workers for a lunch-buffet. I feel like starting probably last year quality of food and the choice of dishes for branch decreased. Like a few times their milk desert tasted like spoiled milk, same I noticed with some souses. in their sausages I saw some pieces of lamb chops. Looked like it was just leftovers form someone's dish. They guys who work there are always welcoming and nice. Used to be my number 1 place to go for Indian food but now I am not in hurry to come back there- you never know
(3)
matthew w.

Skip the buffet at lunch. It's just super cheap food for people who want to stuff like 4 lbs of naan into their faces for under $12. Go for the actual dinner menu. Super good stuff. My favorites are the Bhindi Masala, the Banghan Barta, and the Chicken Tandoori.
(4)
Tiffany S.

good god. the food here - especially their buffet, is by far the best of the bay. I really have no negative things to say about this place. Personally, I think the decor is a bit outdated and they could be a bit cleaner - but the caliber of the food negates any of my aesthetic displeasure. it's so good ! all of it.
(4)
Heather D.

Went here for lunch and it was amazeballs! They had a lunch buffet with hot and cold menu items. It was reasonably priced as well. I had chicken tikki masala and plain naan. My naan was soft and delicious and the chicken tikki was so delicious. I did have to order my tikki ala cart as they did not have it in the buffet. The basmati rice was yummy too! It even tasted good the next day. I would highly recommend this place!
(4)
Monique G.

Nothing to rave about...and I love Indian food,... Over the years, I have gone there or picked up an order-to-go. I have never had lunch there. I have tried a variety of dishes and I think their plain naan is the best. I don't like lamb so I cannot comment on their lamb dishes, but their seafood and chicken dishes or vegetarian dishes are simply okay. Sometimes they are TOO (and I mean TOO) sweet, and at other times there are bland and uninspiring. I honestly have no idea why people rate this place so high but I suppose we all look for something different. There is truly no point of describing any single dish I have ate there, because each time I had them I reminded myself why I haven't been there for a very long time.
(3)
Nitu B.

Can't get any better! I seriously think this is the best Indian food place in the Bay Area. I can definitely vouch for that since I'm extremely picky when it comes to Indian food. Alameda has never disappointed me with a great selection of ethnic restaurants. It's literally in a Victorian house with a small back parking lot. The ambiance inside is pretty nice clean, small and cozy. Like all other Indian restaurants you might get the best service but your food will always be warm and ready to eat. I have pretty much ordered everything from their menu but these are my favorites. -Chicken Makani. At all Indian restaurants I always order Chicken Tikka Masala but this dish definitely beats that. The sauce is just amazing! and the chicken is well cooked. -Veggie Korma. I've tried many Kormas in my life nothing has tasted this good. The white creamy sauce with Paneer hits the spot. Remember, they have two types of Kormas on their menu. Ask for the "white sauce korma". I've tried the other, not as delicious. -Palak Paneer (spinach dish). I've never been a fan of Palak Paneer till i had it here. I guess I'm a huge sucker for their Paneer. -Garlic Naan (bread). Okay, you have to order naan with your food so It's a must. The garlic bread here is always soft and ready to eat. I love Indian food and the Indian in me =) The only reason why I give this place 4 stars is because of their service. I guess you can't really expect a perfect service from any given Indian restaurant.
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Mai C.

I've been here twice in a week. I wish I could rate it 10 stars. The place itself was cute - very intimate feel but friendly at the same time. The service was great and the food was amazing. The chicken tikka masala was super creamy. The spinach paneer? I think that's what it's called was good too! The naan was fluffy and crispy at the same time and their mango lassi was not too sweet. It was just right. So I totally recommend this place to anyone in the area. I usually go to restaurants in Fremont for Indian food but I'm glad I can come to Alameda since I work nearby!
(5)
Gianni P.

I had the lunch buffet today and was very pleasantly surprised. An assortment of Delicious rich vegetables and lamb and chicken curries , naan, rice, salad and a couple of deserts. Attentive staff, and seriously good food. I am afan!
(4)
Joel G.

Outstanding buffet choices! Most indian buffets don't use any hot(spice) ingredients. This buffet ignores the norm. Yelp yet again guides me to a great place!
(5)
Phuong V.

One word: Delicious!! This was my first time having Indian food in Alameda. The only times I had is when I was on the Berkeley campus. My co-workers and I tried many things too much for me to list. I don't think I can even remember them if I tried. But I'll try my best to describe it. 1. Chicken Tikki Masala. I was used to having the sauce so thick in Berkeley. The CTM here was very light but creamy and the same time. I love the tenderness of the chicken. I could easily slice it with my spoon. (And they had a lot of sauce too! I love my rice saucy!) 2. Another curry-yogurt dish, but instead of chicken we got cheese. Eh I am not a fan of cubed cheese. It was okay. 3. Spinach dish was delicious as well. I just used my bread for the dip. I didnt eat the cheese. See #2. 4. The vegetable/eggplant curry. YUM. One of my favorites. I will try to get this next time when i order at Indian restaurants. 5. A spicier/ with veggies version of CTM. Taste like #1. Love Indian Food! It left our office super strong after though. I had to open the door to let some fresh air in. Other than that, I will come back! Well I didnt pay for it so I am not sure if its pricy but looking at the menu 11 bucks for CTM is PRICEY! When I was in college BREAD and CTM was 9 bucks AND you get unlimited delicious tea.
(4)
Alexandra M.

Too salty. And not just one dish. Many items. Perhaps the cook has increased the salt in response to other reviews calling some dishes tasteless. Please cut back on the salt and use other spices instead. Thank you.
(3)
Heidi N.

The food really isn't that good. It's better than the other Indian place in Alameda, but honestly, I've had much better.
(2)
N S.

Sorry, I don't get how they can claim to be the best. What I got was mediocre at best and it was boring. Additionally we were there with no crowd and the service was slow and invisible. Not going back.
(3)
Felicia P.

Great flavors, good service, reasonable prices... My kind of establishment. I look forward to returning. I was expecting the inside to be a bit more decorative. It's a little old and run down; and on your way to the restroom you may experience a 100 degree heatwave.
(4)
Nicole D.

Yum. Great Indian food. Very consistent. Fast delivery. Good atmosphere for dine in.
(4)
grant l.

Really love this place! Chicken Tikka Masala is very good, creamy and not too oily. Also, the lamb pasanda is very good, sweet and lamb is very tender. Try it!
(5)
.Alan Y.

Mediocre. India Palace serves an average to below average Indo food as part of their lunch buffet. The choices are fairly limited with about eight dishes, not including their "salad" bar that includes unrefrigerated macaroni salad. I tried the chicken tikka masala, overcooked and dry; the chicken curry, bland and uninspired; some sort of palak with chickpea dish; a soy and potato dish; the "Punjabi Curry" which is recycled vegetable pakora in sauce and the naan. None of the food was terrible. But none of it was very good. The best item I had were three orange slices, which were incredibly sweet and fresh tasting. I was surprised at the high ratings of these reviews, but it could be because Indo food choices are limited in Alameda. Having had excellent Indian food elsewhere in the Bay, I cannot recommend this place unless you are just looking to stuff your face irrespective of quality.
(2)
Sara P.

I've been here before, a few years ago and loved it then. My bf always told me he "hates" Indian food and it took me almost 3 years to get him to agree to actually try some. I took him here as I remembered the food being really good (for my vegetarian taste and needs), along with a friendly and attentive wait staff. As he reluctantly walked with me from the back parking lot, he began sharing his opinions with me once again about Indian food. Me, being ever so patient and never an "I told you so" kind of gal, just smiled and gently guided him inside where we were quickly greeted and seated. I helped with the ordering and started off with some yummy appetizers. Before he knew it, he had cleaned his plate and was excitedly ready for his dinner! Another clean plate and I had a converted man sitting across from me. I never actually said "I told you so," however I did say "I told you that this place was great!"
(4)
Gina D.

I definitely need to continue trying out new Indian places, because it is a new love affair in my life! India Palace is great. Their chicken tikka masala is the best I've ever had. I also like their naan, punjabi curry, vegetable samosas, palak paneer, & my boyfriend can vouch for their chicken curry and Indian pilsner beer they offer. After reading a couple reviews I know what I'm ordering next time! (Along with the chicken tikka masala, duh)
(5)
Tierney H.

Really disappointed-- I used to love this place but the past time we got takeout the containers appeared to be half the size they used to be, and the prices are still the same. What we got for almost $40 was not worth the money. I guess we'll be going somewhere else next time.
(1)
Jamie Lee R.

This place is alright. It's definitely the best Indian food option in Alameda (but that doesn't say much). The buffet at lunch is pretty good and there are a lot of options. If you're ordering off the menu, skip the Malai Kofta.
(3)
Stella V.

Americanized Indian cuisine. Some might enjoy it but I wish it was more authentic Indian that I am used to. Food is okay in general but not sure I will go back again if i have a choice.
(3)
Michelle D.

this place is so legit and good it is ridiculous! the buffet is what i like to go for because i get so many of my favorites. prices are so good and the food, like i said, is just so delicious. one of our favorite places in alameda
(5)
Dennis R.

Nice cozy homely setting . Very good service . Food is tasty . But it was cold . Did tell the host about it . They promised they will fix it . Overall very good.
(5)
Aaron A.

This is by far the best Indian food spot I have eaten at!!! I have eaten here 5 times so far and not one complaints yet. The girlfriend and I, found this place on an undecided night of what to eat and the only area we know at the time was Alameda, but thank god because we both love it. We go here every time she visits from Vegas, and if you know she likes it with all the food spots in Vegas, it has to be good.
(5)
Devid K.

I hav been here many times I like their chicken tikka masala it veey tasty. Whenevr I go I ordered chicken tikka masala n garlic naan. Guys go thr n try thr food its really awesome compared to other restaurents.
(5)
Irene L.

Disappointing! We were craving Indian food - haven't tried any Indian food since we moved back to the Bay Area, so we thought it was about time. Since we live in Alameda, we thought we'd try out a restaurant in Alameda. A quick Yelp search brought us to India Palace. The restaurant had a parking lot, which was nice and convenient. The actual restaurant looks like it must have been a house at one point in time. We ordered naan, a vegetable curry, and chicken tikka masala. The service was horrible - the waitstaff was not very attentive, they brought us the wrong order at first (my poor vegetarian fiance was horrified to find shrimp in his meal), the naan showed up way after we got our entrees (would have been nice to have everything arrive at once) and, although mentioning that we wanted to take advantage of the 10% off for customer appreciation week, it took two tries, before the bill was modified to reflect the discount. The food was okay - we've definitely had better Indian food elsewhere. Best part of the restaurant was that it had a parking lot.
(2)
Heather L.

I can't believe I have not posted on this place before now, considering we order take out from here about twice a month. Food is super consistent and goes a long way: though the initial cost for a meal for 4 is a bit steep, we always have enough left overs for a second meal...for everyone. Meat samosas, delightful. Kema matar, a total value, and delicious. Palak paneer: my kids' favorite. Take out is hard on the naan, which has lost its crisp texture by the time we get it home, but flavor is still good. What a treat that we have this place in little alameda!
(5)
Mr. Z.

I was very pleased to find this Indian restaurant in Alameda. I went there for the lunch buffet and in summary, it was a great place to hang out, eat a good variety of quality Indian food for a reasonable price. Some of the things that stood out to me were the lamb which was very flavorful, and this sliced sausage(forgot the name), and the cucumber salad which had me going back for more. I will certainly be going back again soon for lunch.
(4)
Dave K.

I came, I saw, I conquered. You won't be disappointed here (and no they didn't pay me to say this!) I'll let my pics do the talking Buffet plate #1 yelp.com/biz_photos/eEP7â€¦ Buffet plate #2 yelp.com/biz_photos/eEP7â€¦ Can't take you eyes off of the lamb curry on my plate? I know. How you like me now?
(4)
Alane U.

Got take-out from here last night and it was amazing. I've had Indian food probably 3 or 4 times. It's always been way too spicy for me--even the mild stuff. But not at India Palace! I requested everything mild and it really was. The flavors were so delicious and the portions were quite large. I can't wait to eat here gain. I highly recommend the mango drink and the Shahi Paneer (the cheese one). It was fantastic on top of rice. My husband can't have onions, and they were really accommodating about it. They helped me pick out a dish for him that had no onions, and they even thought to replace the onions with cauliflower in the appetizer we got. 10/10 would eat again.
(5)
Raquelle Z.

I entered this restaurant and the aroma of Indian flavors made me think that I was in for a treat. My selections of vegetable samosas, garlic nan, chicken curry and Indian tea were foods that I have eaten numerous times in Indian restaurants across the country. Unfortunately, I was disappointed because each selection was only marginal in quality and flavor. This was reminiscent of food that I might find in the Indian section of an American grocery store. The best example of this was the Indian tea which tasted like a chai mix with an odd, slightly burnt flavor. I think I paid $2.50 for this, however I am unsure because I had to ask for my receipt and then only got the dinner ticket with no prices listed. I think this was a very poor business practice. I also had to pay for rice to go with my curry, really? Maybe I should've ordered the tea first. Note to self: If an Indian restaurant doesn't do a good job on something as simple as tea, better eat dinner elsewhere!
(1)
Michelle K.

After a nice stroll through the Alameda Farmer's Market, I finally had the opportunity to try India Palace. I'd passed by it before, and found it intriguing (and notable) that they deliver in Alameda. I thought that trying their lunch buffet would give me an idea of the quality of their food. By my standards, the food was just ok. I've definitely had better Indian food (Biryani House, Khana Peena, and House of Curries (the one on Durant in Berkeley), but below are some of the highlights and lowlights of the lunch buffet offerings: Highlights: 1. Hot, fluffy Naan! 2. OK tandoori chicken 3. Softserve Ice Cream! Lowlights: 1. Dry, flavorless rice 2. Curries were all a bit oily It's great that they offer a buffet @ $9.95, but perhaps the dinner fare is better. For me, the lunch buffet was a bit of a let down.
(2)
Mike L.

I used to come here, and I plan to come here some more. LOL This place is awesome. Definitely order the palappam and tendori chicken. The desserts are a nice touch to the dining experience.
(5)
LYNN W.

Was looking forward to coming back before we even left, that's how yummy everything was! Friendly service, mouth-watering food, casual & quiet atmosphere, & modestly priced -- home run!
(5)
Greg F.

Meh describes it exactly. Least spicy Indian food I've ever had.
(2)
Dhruv P.

I know good indian food when I see it. This place is honestly the best Indian in Oakland and Alameda and prefer it over most place in San Francisco except for a select few. The meat is fresh and the food is prepared to order. With some Indian restaurants you have to be very careful that the meat wasn't all cooked at one time and then simply thrown into a curry and reheated- not the case here. The lamb sheik kabob is excellent, one of the best I have had. The tandoori fish is also very good, they use mahi mahi which is a nice upgrade from the traditional talapia or cat fish. The classics chicken tika masala and chicken korma are also done very well. I admit, its not the most glamorous setting and go be upgraded a bit but two thumps up for the food. I mean that what we are in it for right?
(5)
Chris I.

Yes yes yes!!! The chicken tikka masala is just incredible, and they always honor my request to make it as spicy as possible. The naan is just too good. The samosas are average. That's about all I order. I usual get orders for delivery or to go, but I have ate there and the environment is cozy and nice.
(5)
Dor H.

This is for the buffet only. I went here in high school for lunch a couple of times. It's the only place in Alameda that I could think of for Indian food. This was before Flavors of India showed up. But now that I'm on the prowl for new places to eat Indian food/ and actually drive my car around the bay to look for those. I find that this place is a lot more expensive! But for a decent selection of Indian food [not saying I'm an expert or anything], the buffer is an awesome start! Definitely try their lunch here!
(4)
Ameera J.

The food was awesome!!! Wonderful and taste homemade! Loved it..great price, great food..we will most def be coming here more often.
(5)
C R.

Worth the drive across the island. Reasonably priced. Solid Chicken Tikka Masala. Wait time of about 20 min for take out, sometimes hard to find these days. I will go back.
(4)
Sharon R.

I have yet to order anything that I haven't liked from this place. Chicken Korma, Chicken Tika, Chicken Tikka Masala, Rogan Josh, Garlic Naan, Palak Paneer.... Really I could go on, but I would clue you in to how much I've actually been eating here. :) If you like Indian Food and you haven't been here. It's a must visit.
(4)
Vanessa Z.

A new fave Indian spot must go to!!! It was deceiving at first because it looked totally like a house. There was parking at the back. Totally cool. Very laid back mom n pops place. When you go inside it totally look like you're at home!! Aside from the ambiance, food was satisfying. Ordered chicken tikka masala, a mince lamb. Not a fan of it because i don't have the acquired taste for it but they've made me turn 360 degrees around!! And to balance it off a mixed vegetables. Beau and his dad (who came from hawaii) approved. Will definitely go back again
(5)
Kai S.

Mmmm.. at last... Indian food... it's been too long! Props for lovely interior atmosphere when we ate dinner here a few nights ago... also for location (close proximity to our place) and great, friendly & prompt service. My only real "complaint" was that the food wasn't quite as good as an Indian restaurant I used to eat at all the time in Arlington, TX. Their grub slightly topped IP's & was half the price. (It seems as though all Indian restaurants in the Bay Area minus Berkeley perhaps are really expensive compared to in TX!) I was also a little disappointed to hear IP's lunch buffet is $9.99. Wow! That's pretty high for LUNCH! Oh well. Still we loved our food and might share something next time as we ended up taking quite a bit home. This might also make up for the $$ factor. All things considered I'm definitely a fan of this neat little place!
(4)
Jenny L.

been here a few times through the years. I love the food, and the people are not too talkative but are always helpful when you have any questions about the food and recommendations. I have yet to try the buffet but am looking forward to it one of these days. the garlic nan is the best especially if you like garlic, and love the rice!! would totally recommend this place to indian food lovers!
(4)
Trisha P.

I'm giving three stars for the food. I had the Lamb Vindaloo (a little tough), my son had the Chicken Tikka Masala which was delicious. My son loved the meat samosa's and the garlic naan was also very tasty :-) That being said....I can't go any higher because I called my order in because I did not want to wait, they said thirty minutes; Perfect! I show up thirty minutes later only to wait TWENTY FIVE minutes more in the lobby for my food with only a "yes, sorry". That is not acceptable.
(3)
Darrell D.

Local Indian place that delivers a solid Indian rÃ©sumÃ© of dishes. Favorite is the veggie samosas with their house sauces. Ambience is "house" deco and spacious good enough to seat groups of +8 parties.
(4)
Suzy G.

So awesome! More proof that there is no need to leave this island paradise. Their food is very consistent. I've been going there for 10+ years and it's basically the same - which is a good thing in a world where every restaurant seems to feel the need to keep inventing new and dubious menus. I don't feel the need to review each dish. Trust them. Trust me. It's fantastic. BTW, my husband had experienced a bad food poisoning at an Indian restaurant in Berkeley that turned him off of the cuisine for years. India Palace was the redemption for him.
(4)
Christopher K.

Just fair. After finding Aroma in Castro Valley I will usually drive 20 minutes there rather than 5 minutes here--the flavors are infinitely better. This will do in a pinch if time is short, but I never go back for seconds. Everything is edible but nothing is great (although I like the cucumber/onion salad).
(3)
Mary C.

I love indian food and I love lunch buffets. This is a lovely place that's known for their lunch buffets and it gets pretty packed. The curry is authentic but I wish they had a wider selection. The chicken wings are DELICIOUS but the curry chicken is a little dry. I also wish they had more than just soft serve ice cream for dessert but it's also delicious. Ordered a chai tea that took till the end of my meal to get served but I'm not too snooty about it. Overall, your standard indian food place. It's not the best I've had but it's definitely a good fix.
(3)
Don D.

Taste: 5 Stars Service: 5 Stars $$$: 5 Stars (very inexpensive) I will go there again and again and again for sure!
(5)
Jan N.

Great food, great service.. One of my all time favorites!
(2)
Annie D.

I like their chicken tikka malasa, but I love their palak paneer. It's super rich and creamy so that's always a plus. The naan is OK, nothing spectacular. The only reason why it's a 4/5 is their service. They choose when they want to deliver and have messed up my take-out order on several occasions but other than that, the food is yummy :)
(4)
Ellen R.

Best Indian food ever! I've always drove pass this place but nothing has err caught my attention to go in.. Until... I saw a groupon online. $12 for two lunch buffet and two chai teas. This place was by far the best Indian food ever! Definitely going back again! - They do have their own parking lot, nice and spacious. - EVERYTHING was amazing! - They do serve ice cream! - Waiters were amazing! Refilled my water everytime it was empty. Tip- Be sure to use the Queen's plate (Big silver plates). I didn't realize they had bigger plates until I was done with everything. I was using the plain white plates. Lunch buffet is only 9.95!
(5)
Daniel K.

Daily lunch buffet is such a great deal here. Only 10 bucks! Items you'll find on the menu here can include pakora, palak tofu, chicken tikka kebab, and lamb curry. Parking in the rear and street parking in the front.
(5)
Mariel F.

Food Recommendations - Onion Kulcha Bread stuffed with onion, dry mango, & spices - Kabuli Nan Nan stuffed with nuts, raisins coconuts, & cherries - Vegetable Sasoma Crispy patties stuffed with potatoes, pears, & mild aromatic spices - Lamb Biryani Saffron flavored basmatic rice with spiced lamb, raisins, & nuts - Prawn Biryani Saffron flavored basmatic rice with prawns, raisins, & nuts - Mango Chutney In a blend of exotic herbs & spices Dessert Recommendations - Mango Kulfi Homemade ice cream with Alphonso mango - Kulfi Saffron flavored ice cream with pistachio nuts - Gulab Jamun Pure rich cream and cottage cheese balls, deep fried and dipped in light syrup, & rose water Beverage Recommendation - Mango Lassi Refreshing yogurt drink blended with mango pulp I like their Bread & Rice dishes. The food is quite tasty.
(3)
Nyx R.

Food was amazing! They delivered to my work on a remote part of alameda near the docks, but I docked a star because it was an awkward and lengthy delivery. I felt bad for the guy because we couldn't seem to find one another. Granted my work is hard to find, but I find it pretty sketch to wait outside for delivery at 8:30 on a Saturday by the docks. Creeps me out. Anyway, food was amazing- had paneer tikka masala ordered medium, and was perfect level of medium spiciness. Hard to describe but I was impressed with the caliber of this restaurant and that it delivered relatively far late-ish. Would definitely order from here again.
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Natalie N.

Whether eating in the restaurant or getting take-out, the food and service at India Palace is consistently good. Chicken tikka, aloo gobi (a potato and cauliflower dish) and chicken biryani are some of my favorites. The restaurant is cozy and comfortable; it's good place if you're looking for a casual, easy dinner in Alameda.
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Greg G.

A very positive 3 stars! =) This place is A-OK! I've lived in Alameda my entire life and have never tried India Palace. I think I've always been a bit nervous to enter into this mysterious restaurant. Maybe because it looks like a house, but it's a restaurant lol... Maybe because It sorta stands alone next to some apartment complexes off of a main street... Just never really had the time to try it. I FINALLY had the chance to try it a few weeks ago, and was presently surprised! I came in for the lunch buffet, which is incredibly affordable and cheap!($8.95) The staff was very friendly and kept our water glasses filled. There was a good selection of food, and everything was nice and hot. The plates you use to eat on are like metal hubcaps for your car lol, which isn't a bad thing... While i DID like India Palace, some of the food just didn't have enough flavor for me. I felt like the Tandoori Chicken had no flavor. And while you can never have to much garlic, I also felt like the Garlic Naan was way way too garlicy. I'm not saying the food was bad at all, I think my taste buds were just a bit off... I do plan on coming back here soon. For the price that you pay and the amount of food yo u get, it's a great deal! The food is good. A high 3 stars.
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Ed V.

India Palace plates up great tasting Indian food off the menu and on the buffet table. Housed in a quaint, converted West end Victorian, the restaurant feels like you're joining a family for dinner in their living room. Well spiced lamb vindaloo and tandori chicken breast boast traditional Indian flavors without overpowering the meat. Other favorites include matter paneer and many varieties of perfectly prepared naan. Well priced dinners and the popular daily buffet make for affordable dining experiences (less than 10 bones AYCE, yo!).
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Maggie L.

On the way here I was hopeful but when I walked into this restaurant that looked like a house, I was worried. When I saw that there was only one waitress, my worries grew stronger. Our drinks came quickly and food was only ten minutes behind! Appetizer was tandoori assorted (chicken and two other delicious mystery meats) and I had the chicken tikka masala (typical white girl dish) and the bf had lamb biryani. Both were flavorful but mild because I forgot to ask for spicy. The sauce in the chicken tikka masala is thicker (more yogurt) than I have had in the past but it was super delicious. There was a man walking around who refilled our ice waters before I even realized I was running low (3 times) which was super nice. So it turned out that I had no need to worry and in the end we left very satisfied. If you want clean yummy Indian food, I would def try this place. :)
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Yoli B.

I'm not giving this place a bad review. I'm giving the Yelpers that raved about this restaurant, a bad review. I know good Indian food. It was ok I guess. The prices are pretty expensive for me. I have had delicious Indian in SF for half the price and let me tell you it was the best food I have ever had. I will not go to this place ever or recommend it to anyone. The flavors were so bland, they cater to Americans for sure. I like my food with a lot of flavor and spice. I asked for spicy and it was not even spicy. The Tapatio in my kitchen is spicier than that crap. The only thing that was good was the raita and the bread. The fish tandori was bland and it looked like fish sticks. Yelpers!!!! you can suck my fat toe If you want good Indian food try Shalimar, or lahore karahi in SF...
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kristi l.

I had been looking forward to coming to the lunch buffet at India Palace since late last night. I had one of those "omg, that sounds so delicious right now" moments; where just the thought of the chicken makahni, nan, and rice made me drool all over myself. And then what happens? The now-soon-to-be-ex-boyfriend decides that he doesn't *want* India Palace for lunch. That he really, really wants something else regardless of the fact that I had been talking about it all night, and all morning. So where do we go? L&L. I'm pissed.
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Tijuanna S.

Came up from San Diego to visit family here. I has been craving Indian food for a couple of days now! This restaurant is very cute. I ordered to go and the Prawn Biryani was AMAZING! Very flavorful and I'm now waiting to eat this Kulfi ice cream. I may go back before I leave on Sunday!
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Lucky M.

I like the ambiance here. Dimly lit and has a romantic feel. Good for date night. The food was pretty good. Dishes ordered: Chicken Tikka Marsala Garlic Naan Tandoori Chicken Chicken Biryani I will have to try their lunch buffet so I can sample more of their dishes.
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Zee Z.

This place is so good! Best Indian Food ever! My work will always order from here, at lesat once a month :)
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Kevy V.

We like India Palace a lot! The food is great. Naan bread is yummy. I can't speak for how "authentic" it is but we have never gone wrong with the food here. My husband is not usually a fan of Indian food and he found things he likes here. I have also gone to the all you can eat lunch and was not disappointed. My ONLY gripe is the $30 minimum for delivery. The things my husband and I order comes out to just $28 before tax and they won't deliver unless we tack on something else. I usually just get another order of naan but most of the time we don't eat it all and it gets wasted. HATE wasting food. I wish they would lower the delivery minimum to $25.
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Hingdi B.

Had the Rogan Josh - wish I hadn't. It's a lamb stew that tasted a little boring. We all pushed it around our plates. Also had the Chicken Tikka Marsala - it was just okay - better than the lamb. The nan was ummm, strangely crunchy - like they had baked it too long. I think the only thing that I really enjoyed was the free Pappadam. Also - they charge $2.50 for rice here per person.
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K G.

this is THE BEST indian food in the east bay. go the for buffet (11a-2p Mon-Sat) which is a measly $10.99 per person. i had the chicken tikka masala, curried chicken, tandoori chicken, spinach and potato dish (?), pickle chicken (first time ever seeing that dish), black eyed bean, rice, spicy potato and cauliflower dish (?), chicken kabob, dal soup, raita, and cucumber salad. that was just my first plate. it was all very well seasoned, temperature was on point, and all the food was fresh. as a matter of fact, during both of my passes through the line something was being refilled. i can't wait to go back here and sop up some more sauces with the naan bread. all i can do at this point is pray: dear lord help me to stay my black ass outta this place before hubby can't wrap his arms around my waist.
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Veronica N.

I have yet been to their buffet but have eaten here for dinner many times. I can eat their tandori chicken and naan alll day! I have had several other things on their menu and have yet to have something I didn't like. I'm definitely a fan of Indian food and will try other places if im not around Alameda/Oakland but if your looking for something local and delicious.. this is the place. They serve big portions and for a decent price. Sometimes they are packed, sometimes empty; like i said, ive been here many times and have seen both situations so if its empty don't let that sway your opinion. I definitely recommend for anyone into Indian!
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Susan P.

We love this place and have since about 1995. I've never had a bad meal there, and have had many. Try the Bhindi Masala, my favorite.
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Melanie K.

Yum! I've been here 5 times now and it's by far my favorite Indian place in the Alameda / Oakland area. It looks like a house that's been converted into a restaurant, and is appropriately decorated with bright, in your face fabrics and lighting... somehow, this feels right. The place isn't trying to be hipster or cool, just... Indian! And oh, it does it so well. The chicken tikka masala is divine. The lamb dishes I've tried are delightful. Last week, my boyfriend and I ordered Punjabi curry, which was a tasty treat - a creamy curry full of vegetable pakora. It felt so wrong - and so right. I've noticed a recent Bay Area Indian restaurant trend of giving small cups of mint and tamarind chutneys, rather than heartier bowls of the flavorful sauces... not so at India Palace! The food and the service are great. The rice is fluffy. The breads are hot and fresh and just plain yum.
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Tamara S.

decent food, i recommend chicken tikka and masala in this restaurant. the prices are really good and the staff are so charming. Also if you like curry this is the best place you can choose
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Sharee g.

I'd go again....for the buffet. considering the main things that I liked were vegetarian...it was still good. naan...ehhh wasn't the freshest..considering it's sitting out in the open. lamb curry...a lil game(y) for me... chicken curry...ok chicken tikka masala...good I'll be back.......at least for the buffet!
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Whatever A.

This is by far the best Indian in the East Bay. LOVE this place! I would've given it a perfect score, but they are a little pricey on some things, especially for some of the products that have very small portions. Awesome samosas and naan. I am a vegetarian, so I get mixed veg curry-- incredibly good-- and the lentil dal, which is also crazy good. Those portions are fine, but my husband gets the chicken stuff, which always seems like a ton of sauce with very little chicken, but he says it is so good, it is worth the frustration of small portions. The veggie pakora are so good you have to close your eyes and swoon. It is more Northern Indian, so there are no masala dosas, sadly. The delivery is very fast and friendly.
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Lindsey C.

Absolute best Indian Food. I have tried a couple in the area, a couple in other areas, and I love India Palace the most. I get the exact same thing every time I go (I know, a little boring) but damn it is good. The waiters remember my order even if I havn't been there for 3 months. Chicken korma, veggie samosas, nan bread, and rice. Mmmmm I'm getting hungry just thinking about it. They have this really awesome brown sauce, that you can put on pretty much everything, make sure to try it! Also, one really nice thing is you can ask for white meat in the korma, because usually they give dark meat (which I am no fan of), and they do it no problem, no charge, nothing! Super super nice staff, always fast service, lots of to-go boxes. Yeah it's not the fanciest place in the world, but I'm not really there to stare at the walls, I'm there to eat good. I've called in orders too, and they're always ready super fast. I even got my boyfriend, who refused to even try Indian food, to not only eat it, but enjoy it. He even asks me if we can go there now. I need to get back there ASAP!
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Pierre C.

My wife and I had a hankering for some Indian grub, but we were beat from chasing our baby around and wanted delivery. I turned to my trusted resource - Yelp, and once again I was NOT let down! Hooray to you Yelpers... anyway The guy on the phone was very pleasant, and the food arrived in the time he stated - 40 minutes. The food was spot on! My wife loves Chicken Tikka Masala, and has been ordering it at any Indian place we go to in search of "the perfect one". - So finally, here in lil ol' Alameda she found it. The sauce was delicious, different than what I was used to, but really good. The food is quite authentic here. I ordered the "grill" which is about $15, comes with 2 large shrimp, chicken, lamb, beef, - really nice sized order. i eat like a starved rottweiler, so I was really happy when I opened the container and saw all the delicious meat! (sorry vegans). we also ordered Basmati rice, and the Garlic Naan bread. All in all - with tip and tax $40! That is a steal for a Saturday night dinner. I would totally recommend it and would absolutely order from them again. 5 stars: Really impressed me: Quality, portion size, timeliness and politeness.
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Leily P.

Disappointed after the second time around, the selection is random and the food is mediocre. The naan was stale and cold. The mango lassi was watered down, something I've never tasted before. This review is solely for their lunch buffet. It's almost always empty, which is never good for a buffet. Definitely won't be returning!
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Allen S.

I've been to this establishment for years.... as a kid, it seemed so far away from my home (before they closed the corner of Lincoln and Ninth Streets next to Ralph's Market), but now that I'm older and the road curves and takes you there faster, it's not so far for me! :) If there's no street parking available, not to fret, the have their own carpark in the rear of the building, but just be careful as only once vehicle may enter or exit at a time, via the driveway. They've got great Indian food, and stereotypically the inside has the atmosphere of an Indian restaurant in America, and the seats are not really that comfy and tables look like they come from a catalogue, but the food is not typical. Even my friends who are Indian, say that in Alameda, this place is the 2nd Best, after the Indian cuisine inside their own homes! LOL I know there's another establishment on Park Street called Flavours of India (pretty good as well), but this place has been here forever. Good food, not as spicy as I'd like, however, even no matter how Spicy I ask them to make the food. Basmati Rice, Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Tikka, Garlic Naan, Butter Naan, Korma, Kebab, whatever, it's all good! I do NOT eat lamb or goat so I can't give any rating on those meat dishes. Why do I not give 5 stars? Because the last time I went, there were quite a bit of flies around our table and I had to keep swoowing them away, and there were no paper towels in the loo, so I had to dry my hands on my pant legs. Price isn't as cheap as in Berkeley or Park Street, but you leave satisfied. Other than that... 4 Stars it is!
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Jose O.

Indian food has always been kind to vegetarians and The Indian Palace is no exception. The options are excellent and all very yummy. If you are new to Indian food then come during lunchtime hours, the buffet is the best way to sample. Indian food is very powerful. The spices transform bland vegetables like potatoes into rich masterpieces, shaming your everyday French fries or baked potatoes. Like with wine the aroma is a good indicator of the taste, keep in mind much of the food is eaten with Nan bread (Garlic Nan =) so the richness you smell is subdued a bit. The restaurant is brightly decorated inside with plenty of sitting space. A few walls have landscape murals giving the restaurant a personal touch. The staff varies, from the distant stare into space type, to the very attentive and accommodating "I'm here to serve" type. The menu is well thought-out with a description of every dish (no pictures). If you are new to Indian food don't be scared by the descriptions (yogurt spice dishes are surprisingly good). I recommend to others and plan to return. Enjoy. Items ordered: Vegetable Sasoma Creamed lentil with aromatic spices. Potatoes served with cumin seed, ginger, garlic and some tomato gravy. Garlic Nan Rice Other selling points: Private parking. Free wi-fi access Delivery offered Based on last visit 6/14/2010.
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Veronica A.

This is the place where I come when I'm craving Indian food. The food is still hella good and service is great. We had: Veggie samosas- love the potato filling..yummy Kabuli Nan - soo good! Chicken Tikka Masala- a must have everytime we come here. Chicken Biryani- rice cooked to perfection. Who cares if the atmosphere is authentic or not..I come here to grub not to see if the decorations on the wall are real indian decorations...lol..
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Belinda L.

This place has a great Indian buffet on Saturdays. The food is not too hot and not too heavy. The chicken curry and lamb curry are delicious!
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Melvin P.

I love this place!! If you want some good Indian food for lunch the buffet is as good as a deal as you will get one. Now beyond the buffet, I was not feeling anything here. The food is not particularly cheap or good. I grew up eating Indian/Nepali food and I can find better tasting Indian food from my mom lol. I love the lunch buffet deal and loved that you have parking behind the restaurant. If you love Indian food or just want to try some, I think you should come here for lunch just for the buffet, and even if you don't like it, for the price you really don't lose a lot of money or anything. 4 stars for the buffet!
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Brandi G.

My favorite Indian restaurant in SF Bay hands down. I have tried the chicken tikka masala, chicken tikka tandoori, a few lamb and prawn dishes, as well as various types of naan. The quality and taste has always been excellent and consistent. I have never tried the buffet, but one time I visited during the weekday for lunch unaware of the "buffet only" option during that time. I had my heart set on a certain dish and they bent the rules for me and let me order from the menu. The fact that I didn't have to kiss any ass to get what I wanted made me love them even more! I love India Palace and your tummy will too!
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D. S.

FOOD: People who give this 5 stars have obviously never eaten real authentic Indian food so it makes sense why they have no clue. The food is not good and if you are looking for something authentic (at the same price) go to Ajanta or Khana Peena in Berkeley. ATMOSPHERE: Food matches the decor. There is a carpet (crushed velvet may I add) hanging on the wall depicting two western horses battling it out. Hilarious.
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Chase M.

My review was a take out order. I ordered Chicken Vindaloo for $10.50. What I got was was a small plastic lid container with 4 hunks of chicken and 3 potato pieces in a thick soup. Rice and Nan would have been extra. The inside of the restaurant looked nice and pleasant. But take out customers and orders should not be paying for "atmosphere". This was a complete rip off. Go elsewhere for Indian take out.
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Richard H.

Well my wife never had Indian food so she insisted on trying it .Did some research to match her schedule. This was truly a great place. They had a lunch buffet. The opportunity to taste a bit of everything. This is a beautiful place. About 10 15 choices of food items. She love it and so did I. Food was fresh. Smelled great before walking inside. Personnel was friendly and very attentive. It seems to be a local favorite had 3-4 parties of 4 or more on a monday lunch time. Love the food spicy and fresh. They offer mild to really hot depending on your taste bud. Chicken curry was moist and the tandoori excellent. So if in Alameda give it a try. Easy to find parking on and off the street.
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L W.

The lunch buffet is pretty good. Usually for lunch they have Lamb, and 3 chicken dishes for the meat options and 4 veggie selections. The lamb has a lot of bones but is usually very tender. The naan is served 2 different ways; plain and garlic. They have 3 desserts to choose from: Ice cream (vanilla), kheer (creamy rice) and halwa. I love the Halwa but it is not always there (it is not the carrot kind).
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Brendan J.

Food - 2 Stars Quantity - 3 Stars Price - 2 Stars This review is for take-out. Alameda residents/visitors let me first say that there is some really good Indian/Pakistani food off the island. Take the journey across the bridge and experience the real thing. There are no sharks in the waters, and the pirates have fled towards the Bay Bridge (ever wonder y SF residents never leave the city?). With all due respect to the many other reviews that have so highly rated the food here, this is a classic white-washed Indian Restaurant. We ordered the Shahi Paneer ($9) and Daal Makhani ($9) with two roti's to go. The cost $25. First of all Daal (lentils) is a very inexpensive dish and for that reason I will say the price was unreasonable. Secondly, the food was perfectly made for folks who are new or trying Indian food for the first few times. If you want the real thing, or have tried the real thing, you'll know the difference. You can try authentic Indian/Pakistani food at restaurants like Shalimar, Chutney, or Pakwaan. The tea/chai to top this meal of was in my opinion too spicy. To much cardamom. I prefer the Pakistani style tea @ Pakwaan & Shalimar.
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Anna M.

The only reason I gave this place 4 stars instead of 5 is....well, let's be honest. It's me. Not them. It's a sit-down Indian restaurant, and I am used to having Indian food in hole-in-the-wall dives, with wailing Bollywood actresses showing on a flyspecked television mounted to the wall. Or, I'd pack into a college-town curry place where the wallpaper is made up of fliers for bands you've never heard of, or causes you didn't know existed. (Save the Giant Echidna? Isn't that a skin disease?) Somehow, the dive-ness always added to the experience. But to be fair, I can't hold the fact that India Palace was clean, with candles on the tables, cloth napkins and an actual tablecloth against it TOO much. Or that it had curtains and a mural behind a faux-balcony. It looks like it used to be a house, renovated to be a restaurant -- which I found quite charming, actually, although even that fails to qualify it as a 'dive', in my mind. It DOES mean that I almost drove right past it, in a search for a towering or Denny-like structure. The food, however, was as good or (in some cases) better, than some of the dives I frequent. I learned about them on restaurant.com , and decided to give them a try. I went with two friends. It was fairly busy, but despite the fact that we were eating on a coupon, they didn't use that as an excuse to neglect the water glasses, or skimp portions. The vindaloos (I had lamb, my buddy had chicken) weren't quite as hot/spicy as I'm used to -- that is to say, I wasn't crying uncontrollably and blowing my nose -- but they were brought in bowls that made it easy for everyone to share, if they wanted to. The curry sauce was fairly thick, which was nice for scooping, and while I wish they gave you more 'plain' rice per order, it had some sort of spice or coloring which added a nice touch. The second time I went, it was with THREE friends, and the place was much busier. Still, we received the same good service, and I discovered that the cauliflower-potato vegetarian dish (Aloo Gobi Masala) ...was very tender, some of the best I've tasted, yet, actually. The chicken Korma was actually quite creamy and delicious, though the sauce looked, at first glance, disconcertingly like cream of tomato soup. The vegetable Samosas appetizer is good for the price; you get two. Parking wasn't too hard to find. The third time I went, I took Mom there for Mother's Day. (Parking was unexpectedly atrocious this time around, but it WAS a holiday, so I can't blame the restaurant for that...) Service was a bit slow, despite not seeming to be terribly packed...we sat so long at the end of the meal that I almost had to go looking for the check. In retrospect, though, I suppose they wanted to give Mom and I time to talk after the meal, which we did, happily. And the fact we arrived much earlier than on the other two occasions might explain it, too. That was also the first time I had tried a dessert there, the Kulfi (saffron ice cream with pistachio nuts.) I couldn't taste the saffron, and it was green, like pistachio ice cream. We were given two spoons on request, and we both marveled that it had tiny slices cut out of it, like a miniature ice cream cake. You ever have a dessert that just seems to 'hit the spot', and makes a perfect ending to a meal? This was it; small enough not to overstuff you, sweet, and cold enough to be nearly solid. All in all, I definitely plan to come back -- the prices are just a bit higher than you'd pay for a jostling college-town dive, but it's actually kind of nice to have Indian food at restaurant where you can hear yourself speak, and (unlike college-town) you are pretty sure that everyone around you has bathed. :-)
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Jennifer R.

Great food and friendly staff. We get the chicken makhani, baingan bharta, and naan. LOVE these and the pappadum. We order the samosas too but prefer Flavors of India's samosas.
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Marce J.

I went there the first time last night after Jonesing for some Indian. I went with my mom at about 7:30 and the place was 70% full. They delivered the standard papadam and took our orders. My mom and I ordered a Palace Special Dinner each. A steady stream of people arrived and were seated after us. 35 minutes later our food wasn't there and people who came after us were served consistently before us. I finally called our waitress who hadn't checked in with us at all in those 35 minutes and asked her if they forgot our order. She mumbled something unintelligible and walked away. Five minutes later our food was delivered, leading me to think that they did forget us. The deliciousness of the tikka masala and onion naan and daal almost made me forget the horrendous service. The food is 5 stars, the service is a 1 so this place averages a 3. I think going forward I will stick to their lunch buffet to bypass the bad service at this establishment.
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betty x.

really awesome cooking going on at this place. and the ppl who work there were very nice. it's a nice, clean place. can't wait to go back and try more things from the menu. (i just wish it were open later than 10p cuz i've gotten cravings late at night for their food.)
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Patrick L.

One of our favorite restaurants in Alameda. I love the lunch buffet and just coming to eat a nice Indian dinner. The service is always great here and the food is flavorful, especially the Chicken Tikka Masala. If you haven't tried India Palace it's time to go!
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Holly U.

I love there lunch buffett. I have eaten here several times and each time I find there lunch time worth the price. Also went with a group one time and found a coupon via yelp and didnt even need to print it out they accepted it right then and there. Always clean and the staff is friendly. In fact, it has been awhile. Time for me to go back.
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Jacky C.

I don't know what is so special about this place. I came here for a lunch buffet with my brother and sister in law at around early afternoon. There weren't a lot of choices Of curry and the presentation just doesn't seem as appealing. Furthermore it took them a long time to refill the food but maybe it was because there were not a many customers in here. The only decent curry I had was the lamb curry. The chicken curry was bad; the taste was bland and the chicken was dry. The naan was not puffy and filling. The salad bar lacks ingredients to even make a salad. I will give another star for service but personally the Indian curry buffet near hayward is much much better
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M K.

amazing grub! omnomnomnom
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Melissa G.

4 stars for the lunch buffet, which is a good value for the money, with a nice selection of different dishes of the usual Northern Indian dishes you'd expect and all you can eat naan, salads, and soft serve ice cream for dessert...nice! This place has become one of our favorite places to have a big lunch after surfing. The service is always fast, friendly and good. One star for the runs, which I seem to have each time I come here, about an hour later. It's all the oil! My faves: chicken tikka masala kabab -- fair warning this dish features a really nice spicy sausage, not just chicken, and it is tasty! tandoori chicken curry chicken vegetable dishes -- dal, palak paneer, aloo -- the usual stuff naan -- fluffy and fresh Not so much: ginger chicken, cucumber salad I wish they had chai on offer with the buffet, but I understand why the ice cream machine makes more economic sense.
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Lux P.

Lunch buffets at Indian places is generally the way I go. You get to try so many different items and you get that instant hunger killing satisfaction. I've had their buffet and was not disappointed. Finally went back for dinner and I think we found a new easy spot for a comforting meal. We were surprised to find the place packed, but after about 5 minutes we got our table. Easy. Food : ChickenTikka Masala- Very creamy and tasty sauce. Not a lot of chicken pieces, but I still think I would order it again to spoon over rice. I asked them to make it spicy and it was great. This is an option for the other reviewers who have complained about lack of spice. I thought everything was pretty well spiced, though. Palak Paneer- creamy spinach with nice chunks of cheese. Yum. Botti Kabab- Tandoori lamb cubes served on a sizzling platter of onions and bell peppers. Sort of Indian fajitas. All of the main dishes were priced $9-$11 which isn't that cheap. The fact that it was easy to park, comforting lighting/ambiance, and most importantly tasty, made it all worth it. We mentioned Yelp and they gave us 15% off our bill. Definitely going back soon.
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MJ S.

FANTASTIC!!! Just like mom makes!! We ordered channa masala, bangan bharta, chicken palak...all gluten free along with a veggie biriyani!!
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Cui C.

It was ok. The food was ok.
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cheri b.

I freakin' love this place! If im craving indian food I drop every thing and drive here. My fav's: Basmati rice Lamb Palak Garlic Naan On hit!
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Taj A.

The lunch buffet here, holds its own against any Indian Buffet, Period. So many options, all delicious, this is a much different aninal than the Bombay Garden chain ( there are 4 so its not a chain, but whatever couldn't think of a better term) But what grasped my Cuban Croation heartstrings and made my blood simmer with delight was the vegetarian options. I wish I could namedrop all of them. But fo rizzle, I was in heaven. Great service, I expect you to keep my water full , and you did. Love that. At least 6 times a year I will visit you India Palace of goodness. Can't do it more often, 'cause I can;t exercise portion control when I come here, There's just too many good dishes to fit on one plate. Yummity yum to the maximus.
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Allie W.

The food here is, hands down, amazing. With that said, their dining options could use a little tweeking. The lunch buffet is probably the best deal you'll get out of India Palace, seeing as how dinner and take out are a bit of a rip off. I like ending on a good note, so lets start with take out. I definitely would not recommend it. I ordered a Tandoori assorted for 8.50 and received a small plastic to go box that was mainly filled with lettuce and 4 tiny pieces of meat. India Palace, don't rip off your customers like that it's not nice. Dinner. My main problem is lighting. Rarely do I ever have any issues with ambiance but can India Palace turn on a light please? I swear, every time I drive by India Palace at dinner time it looks closed and eating in the dark isn't pleasant either. I understand lowering the lights to make dinner seem more romantic, but the lights are so low I have a hard time looking at my food. Like they're trying to hide something... Now my favorite part, Lunch! I love coming to India Palace for lunch and will mostly likely visit at least once a week because their food is sooo delicious. For about $10 you can have all you can eat Indian food and their selection is usually really good. I like getting Palak Paneer and Aloo Gobi and maybe some curry. Sometimes India Palace will make this dessert Halwa, and it's amazing. Everyone should try it, whenever India Palace feels like making it (ie, it's not on the menu and only served during the lunch buffet.) What I like the most is how colorful the food is. I don't have a sense of smell so sight, taste, and texture are the only things I experience when I eat food. I love the reds, greens, yellows, and everything in between sitting on my plate. It's like I'm eating a delicious painting, well lit, and at a decent price.
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Kelly C.

It's local and close. There is nothing special about it but it's good, solid Indian food. I love it.
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Kat E.

Good food, good prices. Our choice for Indian food when we are in the bay area!
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Christian C.

i am going to give this place a tentative 3 star review. i have only been here once for lunch. had the buffet. as far as indian buffets go, it was good but not exceptional. considering i live in alameda, and there is no other game in town, i will definitely be back for dinner to try some non-buffet items. stay tuned for updates...
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John W.

I've been here about 5 times. I'm a fan of most of what I've had here but I don't like the Tikka Masala, it's too full of cream and not spicy. On the other hand what I've loved: Vindaloo, Aloo Ghobi (sooo many flavors), the samosa, pakora, the garlic naan... In a nut shell it's totally worth it.
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david c.

Before I went to India Palace I was not a huge fan of Indian food in general. Now I'd have to say it is one of my favorite foods and this is in my top five favorite restaurants. I order this food to go at a minimum of once a week. The chicken tikka masalla is a must and the chicken briyani (rice) is great to pour it over. I can not say enough about this place, keep it on your cell phone because in my opinion I like taking it home more than I do eating there. Also, there lunch buffet is average due to them not always having the masalla on the menu, I'd prefer to order off the menu until they expand their lunch buffet.
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Emma K.

Maybe it was an off-night, or maybe they don't do vegetarian well, but my Aloo Gobi was by far the most boring dish I've ever ordered from an Indian restaurant (and believe me, I've had Aloo Gobi dozens of times at other places). It needed salt, sweetness, spices, EVERYTHING. It was SO DRY and tasteless. The naan was delicious though, and the service was pretty good (although by the time the third waitress came by to ask how our food was, I was getting to the point where I could actually tell her the truth, but I stopped myself). My meat-mouth (hehe!) companion had a good lamb dish that he enjoyed. I searched on Yelp for like 20 minutes before this outing and this was all I came up with. Is there no decent (vegetarian) Indian food in the East Bay?!
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Jana H.

I like the tiki masala and the onion naan bread. I would give them four stars if the service wasn't so slow and they updated their look.
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YUP K.

Awful food, but it seems like they're trying. Seems to be the "best in Alameda" I guess, but if that's true, I'd hate to taste the worst. And yeah, the portions are pretty big, and they're loaded with filler. They also seem to be made with leftovers from the lunch buffet, but I could be wrong about that one. Yecch. Sorry India Palace.
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C B.

Not terribly impressed here. Decent food, cute place. We came for the lunch buffet. It was $8.95 for the lunch buffet. Not too bad. There were 4 meat and 5 veggie options, good. Also a salad bar that was not great, but acceptable. The food quality was only so-so. I've certainly had better. The cost is too high. Chicken Tikka Masala is $11.00 here, at House of Curry it's $6.50! They do have a parking lot, and that's a plus.
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Ken W.

I tried the other restaurant (the new one on Park Street) and am really glad to be back at the India Palace. Striking, flavorful and abundant. It is some of the best Indian food around - even in Asia. Keep up the consistent, delicious work!
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n m.

good quality. low-ish prices. highly recommend the palace special thali. it gives you a good selection of the different dishes they offer. the chicken palak is the BEST. next time, im getting a full order. the staff was polite and the atmosphere was quaint. not too quiet, not too loud. my new favorite indian place in alameda, and maybe the Bay...
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Michael G.

Their curry is delicious! This is only the second Indian restaurant that I've been to, but I'll definitely have to come back to this one and try out different dishes. Luckily, I had my Indian girlfriend with me the last time to assist me with my selection.
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Robin S.

Two words: Lamb Vindaloo!! This place offers a good selection of well-priced, tasty Indian fare. Service is always prompt but when a crowd rolls in the waitresses get a little harried. We always try to eat in the restaurant because its much more fun devouring the dishes as they come to your table. Mmm, yummy.
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edna m.

Great Indian food at a decent price! The service is friendly and the atmosphere casual. My favorite menu items include: muligatawny soup (the best!), palak paneer, any of the curries, naan and kheer. When I'm in the mood for a savory, tasty Indian meal I don't have to go far because India Palace is in my hometown. P.S. The lunch buffet is superb!
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lee h.

The only indian restaurant on the island, and i just found out about it a few weeks ago.... Thankfully its rather tasty. Ive only had food to-go from this place, and only three different dishes, but they were all very good. I will be going back.. so maybe Ill update this then.
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Sean S.

DO NOT miss the lunch buffet. Delicious, sufficient choices, and won't bust your wallet. After about 6 Saturdays in a row I finally had to stop going every week as my belly was bustin out but we still make it for the buffet occasionally. For dinner....gotta get the Mulligatawny soup...good stuff. If it's just two I'd try the family meal deal, it comes out with a bunch of different choices (5 or 6) along with naan, rice, soup, and tea for about $30. Enough for two easy unless you're gluttons. The only neg aspect about this place is that the dinner is a bit expensive compared to the Berkeley places. However, the food is better quality, the environment is quieter so a better date place, and if you know how/what to order the prices are reasonable.
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Stephanie P.

Best Indian food I've ever had! It's a nice atmosphere and a little pricey for the portion sizes, but the food is fantastic. Palak paneer is incredibly creamy and delicious, and I could eat about ten orders of chicken tikka masala. Their dinner combo plates are nice, but not enough for two -- one of those plus one entree seems to do it nicely, but that'll run you $35-40.
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Henry P.

Tastes so good it'll make you smack your mama!! The servings are generous, service was good too. The naan bread is awesome. The Tandori Chicken was flavorful. The punjabi curry is great. A Must try
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poop e.

Awesome food and everyone is very friendly! The punjabi curry is great! Yum Yum!
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Debbie Chiou S.

best bet: chicken tandoori. very juicy - even the day after. generous portions. ordered the half and still had leftovers :)
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Miss Amy p.

Always a delight eating here. Food has consistently been fresh and yummy and the staff is always attentive and friendly. Definitely recommend if you're in Alameda and looking for something spicy and delicious.
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J B.

VERY GOOD food! Great value- for about 35.00 my husband and I got app, entree and desert and beverages and left VERY full! If you're in alameda- this is the place to eat!
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Aly W.

I was honestly dissappointed both times I came here, the first time was for dinner with my bf. We were not looking for anything fancy I know that sometimes you need to go to a hole-in-the-wall to get some amazing indian food, but the food was mediocre here. We ordered our usual chicken tikka masala and it was ok and then the lamb which was ground and kinda gross. After trying to plan where a friend and I were going for lunch were had a craving for indian buffet, so I saw the reviews and figured we would give it a go. The stuff was OK as well nothing too amazing and no chicken masala, just some weird chicken curry. They had tandorri which was good but I am not a huge fan. For 8.95 I would say there are way better things that I would pay 10 dollars or more for, and I would do the drive to leave the island.
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C C.

Went back on Sunday for a family dinner. There were 8 of us and a baby and the restaurant seated us fast and served us quickly. Highly recommend!
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Kari R.

This is the best Indian I have ever had. Order a sampler and taste all the deliciousness dahl is a must and make sure and order extra naan you'll need it!
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Betty D.

For someone who doesn't like Indian food .... she really does! Tandoori - good way to go! We walked to this place on Sunday afternoon for an early dinner. At first we weren't sure if it was even open but luckily it was! We ordered a variety of Tandoori, some naan, and something else with curry (can't remember what it was - I gnawed on the Tandoori). The service was good and the food was too. I'll definitely go back here!
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D c.

Hands down the best indian food I have eaten in the bay area, including passage to india. I use to live in Singapore and would eat Indo like once a week. This is the real deal, and anyone who gauges the quality of an Indian place, based on the all you can eat lunch buffett, does not know Indian restaurants. Order spicy if you can handle it. Spicy equals flavor. Baseline spicyness (i.e. the buffett) is watered down for white folks. If you can't order spicy (because you a sharing with wimps), order the chili powder on the side.
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Sherie J.

Ohhhhh Mumma. This place is dine-o-mite! Yeah I said dine-oohhh-mite. To begin with they filter their ice water or Alameda tap water tastes good. Either way, I was happy from the start. My ass was not too happy with the chair though. I fell down 7 stairs onto my ass about a week prior to my visit here and um, it hurt ALOT to sit. Somehow the more we talked and the more we ate my ass seemed to hurt less. HA! Tandoori Chicken, Eggplant, Chicken Tika Masala, Lamb something or other...Nan, Mango Chutney. Okay....absolutely every single thing my tongue had the pleasure of tasting was splendorous. Picky eaters beware...you don't have to have cilantro on anything you don't wanna. Its nicely run, great ambiance and yeah...it's in a converted house but it feels kinda homey and comfy and welcoming. It's seriously the best Indian food I've had. It's now my new favorite Indian place and that's saying alot...because Indian is never my top choice. Great work! Thanks J & V for celebrating with me!
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Cat F.

Okay, my husband and I both really like this place. We usually order the chicken tikka masala, which is smooth and yummy with garlic naan which is particularly good. I disagree about the mango lassi's, when I tried their version it was watered down and I would question whether it was even made with yogurt. Their samosas though are also pretty good, though I would prefer they offered the option of samosa chaat. Overall, really like this and we will keep going back. Four stars because of the lassi and the slower service.
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J. D.

One of the hidden gems in Alameda restaurants on the west end, too! We've been patrons of this establishment for about 12 years and the food and service have always been reliable, with the exception of take out on occasion which can take longer to fill than in-house dining. We always order chicken tikka, chicken masala, aloo gobhi masala, plain and garlic nan, basmati rice, gulab jamun (my 8 yr. old daughter's favorite!) and Indian tea. I would also recommend the lunch buffet with many of their standard fares.
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Jenn O.

My standard for Indian food. I try others and return here.
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Dana B.

It's the best Indian in the area, which might not be saying much. Why doesn't Oakland have more Indian-Pakistani food? I want some in my neighborhood! Too bad I don't live in Sunnyvale -- there's great and cheap Indian down there. But this is pretty good. I love their saag, naan, and the tandoor fish. You might have to ask for it to be spicy hot if you like spicy hot, because they cater to non-Indians mostly. And ask for your meat to be not over-cooked if you like it really juicy. Service is nice, but a bit half-hazard at times.
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Steven L.

Not many indian choices in the alameda area but this place was surprisingly good. The lunch buffet is yummy. Make sure you come with an empty tummy to maximize capacity! The chicken tikka masala and tandori are good. Their palak paneer and other veggie dishes were good too! Lunch buffet is pretty cheap too! Panda will climb back into this joint when he gets the indian spice cravings!
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Phillip N.

I mainly visit India Palace for the lunch buffet, although I have been there for dinner once or twice (there is no buffet at dinner). This is a nice place to go if you like to get a good sampling of different kinds of Indian food and not be trapped into one item if you're with a group that doesn't want to eat family style. The quality is good, not the best that I've ever had, but good. Come if you're hungry so that you can eat a lot. The water and naan comes by waiter, and it isn't always the fastest, so make sure that you specifically ask for some. I'm not sure why so many people voted that they don't deliver, because they definitely do - I've had it. Maybe it's only at night...
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Jen W.

I love the lunch buffet, it is pricey, but they have parking and the food is great.
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Jerf K.

errrrr......I kinda got tired of this place. iffy service and the food is really salty.
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Arwen O.

Who'd a thunk Alameda would have such good Indian food? I love the funny 50s diner decor, and the food is really great. I'm a huge fan of the chicken makhani, a random order last night that got absolutely inhaled, but everything is great. Nice for large groups as they have a long table in the side room.
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Tracy A.

I haven't been here in awhile but I used to enjoy their buffet lunch on a regular basis. If you have a hankerin' for a variety of good Indian food, this is the place!
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Gabe M.

Very good food. The Nan is fresh. They had a Mango Chicken that I had to go back for thirds!! Will go again.
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Nish N.

I don't always find myself over in Alameda, but I wouldn't mind going back to eat at India Palace. It's a pretty casual Indian restaurant, but a step up from the typical ones. Everything we tried was delicious and fresh: the tandoori chicken, perflect naan, mattar paneer. Looking forward to our next visit
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Victoria K.

I love this place! The aroma when I walk in the door takes me from hungry to ravenous in about 0.05 seconds. This is where I go for my chicken tikka masala fix but their lunch buffet is great, too. The staff are quite courteous and the prices are very reasonable, considering the large portions you get.
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Mia D.

Wow the guy who manages or owns the place is really nice to everyone! They play pretty music while you eat, i went to the lunch buffet and what they served was great. Whoever is back there in that kitchen really knows how to make chicken korma thar really rox my sox i mean it! I will be going back and i will be bringing some friends with me! next time i'll try their chicken tikka masala i hear really rocks. i also liked how they kept the spice at the buffet mild for all those apprehensive firsttime Indian cuisiners! Great stuff ;D * oh! and theyve got wifi i was able to sit with my nook its great! ask for the login at the door its not anything long or complicated theyll just tell ya. enjoy!
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Corrine L.

This place is delicious and not too pricey. They're also willing to make dishes extra spicy that are actually extra spicy.
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shirley T.

i come here religiously. I am here so often i probably see them more than my family. (just kidding) But seriously i really love it here. Service is moderate, but they come around often to check in which in my book is a plus! The shrimp palak is the best... i thought i was going to die when they had the spinich recall. the chicken marsala is too creamy for me but my friends like it so it depends who i guess. My friends live down the street, so i always have an excuse to dine in.
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Chuck N.

India Palace has great Indian food and friendly service. It's around the corner from my place, and I've eaten there at least a dozen times, often with people visiting. I love Indian food, and ate it at many different restaurants when I lived in the city, so it was a relief to find a dependable place for it in my relatively new surroundings. The papadams that arrive at the table upon seating are crisp and delicious, especially with the tangy/sweet tamarind sauce. Traditionally, we go for the paneer tikka as an appetizer. Paneer seared in a tandoori oven, I almost never see this at other restaurants around town. They have changed their recipe, however, and now it comes with a sauce over it. It's still very tasty, but the previous method allowed the paneer to get a slightly crispy texture on the outside, and was delicious. The next time I go, I'll ask for it without the sauce. I recommend the following entrees: Chicken Tikka Masala - rich, creamy and flavorful Lamb Curry - slightly spicy, delicious Chicken Korma - mmm, creamy with cashews Mixed Tandoori - this is what I get when I can't decide what I want. It's chicken, seekh kebab, lamb, and prawn cooked tandoori style ona bed of grilled onions and lemons. All are fantastic. This is a good introductino into their tandoori items, since all are available separately in larger portions. Lamb Vindaloo - also quite tasty, very filling Other items of note: Naan: I'm a fan of plain naan - I like the crispy textures it gets as it bakes in the tandoori, and feel it loses that when you start to stuff it with potato or whatever. That being said, the potato and garlic naan are at least as good as everywhere else. You will however, find cherry/coconut naan here, which is just about as sweet as it sounds. Not for everyone, but interesting. Biryani: I've had the plain, lamb, and Palace Special Biryani. All are big portions, and the lamb and special versions can be entrees into themselves. The Palace Special has cashews, raisins, and paneer, and is versatile enough to share between a range of entrees. Oher items: I've had the Dal, and it's not quite my thing. I've picked a couple items from the fried sampler, and they were tasty, but not quite crispy enough for me. Likewise Onion Baji. I can't stand spinach or cauliflower, so I've avoided classics like saag paneer or aloo ghobi, but others I've dined with seemed to like them. Ditto my feelings on cooked peas and my stance with samosas - I must be the only person in the Bay Area that won't touch them in any form. A couple caveats: Service is friendly, but sometimes a little slow. The food is delicious, but not particularly spicy. Some people, especially those new to Indian cuisine, will really like this. Others used to high octane (and sometimes, frankly, over the top) Indian food might complain that it's bland. The tandoori chicken will not make me break a sweat, like at Naan & Curry. That's okay. I like mine with a little more heat than this, but it is still very good.
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Elsa L.

I really wanted to like this place. I have been searching for a nice Indian restaurant for quite awhile. It started off nice, the Papadums were very tasty and spicy, the Naan was fresh and buttery, the portions are large, the staff was friendly and the location is nice. However, that is all the positive things I can say about this place. The food just really lacked any flavor. Perhaps the lunch buffet is better than dinner. It seems that so many yelpers write positive things about their experiences. However, my dinner companions and I were left extremely disappointed.
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Rana A.

hmmmm how much does Patience cost? i don't see it on the menu??? Negative comment was the wait. Hatsumomo and I arrived at 8:30 and we got our food around 9:45pm. I'm not sure if they were short staffed or didn't account for customers on a Sunday, but from what I could see there was only 1 waitress, 2 busers and the owners. There were about a handful of tables full, but I did see a consistent amount of people coming for take out (maybe that's the only way to go). However, I must give them props since they did give us free vegetable Pakora for waiting and the busers were relentless with making sure our water glasses were always full. When we finally got our food, we really enjoyed it. The Tandori Chicken was full of flavor and moist. The Lamb Vindaloo (Lamb and Potato curry) was spicy and curry-i-licous! However, I must say the lamb was a little tough and we had one slice of potato. Garlic Naan was oooooo so good. Their Naan is very doughy so keep that in mind when ordering. One Naan is all one needs. All in all good Indian food. I'll give them another try, but I may just do take out. SO WENT HERE FOR LUNCH A WEEK LATER. GREAT PRICE $8.95 BUT ALL THE FOOD IS LUKE WARM. TASTES GOOD, WOULD'VE GIVEN IT A 4 IF THE FOOD WAS WARMER.
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Lizy A.

Unlike some Indian restaurants where you request something very spicy and the waiter does a quick once over and decides you can't handle spicy food, this restaurant will give you the spicy level you asked for. I ordered the Lamb Palak (spinach) the last time I was there and I asked for it extra extra spicy. Boy did I get what I asked for! But it was absolutely delicious. The food here is great. It is filing but doesn't leave you feeling heavy or groggy afterward, as can happen at some Indian places. Also, the big waterfall picture adds a great level of kitsch.
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Samantha J.

I crave that yummy rice pudding stuff and naan every once in awhile. I use these demonic cravings as an excuse to ditch work for an hour and eat a pile of food here. This place is nothing fancy. It is familiar and I know what I am getting into when I go here. I do spend the rest of the afternoon feeling a bit digestively yucky, but I think that is good for your body sometimes, gets the blood flowing and the waste moving. Eww, i just grossed myself out. Buffet is 8.95 and you leave stuffed for the long winter. The naan is friendly, the white pudding is cold, and the lime pickle is as weird as it always is.
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Camille K.

OMG! I live within walking distance to an Indian restaurant!!! And it's GOOD!!!!! India Palace hosts an excellent buffet. It's good food at a great price. Buffet and a mango lassi cost me eleven dollars and change. Buffet even includes a dessert bar, if you still have room. Try the Halwa, a wheat based food. Halwa reminded me of a delicately spiced Malt 'O Meal, only pumpkin colored. Heh!
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Johnny L.

I do like the food here, and the servers are very pleasant, but word to the wise when ordering to go: they will invariably tell you "twenty minutes" and invariably that means "forty minutes." I have no idea why it takes them so long [tonight I ordered one appetizer--that's it--and it took 45 minutes], but to avoid your own frustration, just allow a s***load of extra time.
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Free P.

i had to wash my cardigan twice to get the smell of curry out of it. never again.
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LaSha G.

I can't really rate the service and restaurant decor really, since I've only had food delivered from this place, but I just really want to say that I'm a fan of the following: the basmati rice, garlic naan, and chicken curry. All very tasty and the curry had just the right amount of cilantro. I'm still not sure what happened when two friends of mine ordered the same type of curry dish but with different meats and one sauce was brown and the other beige, but I'll assume they accidently made a mistake on the order. Will order again from this place while I'm in Alameda, cause let's face it, there's not that much to choose from to eat out there.
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Ruth I.

I love India Palace. The food is delicious, the variety is wonderful, but you get a sense that this is authentic Indian home cooking, not Indian fusion. The people running the restaurant are friendly, the service is good, and I have never gone away from this restaurant with room for dessert! I love India Palace!!!
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Monika G.

yum! that pretty much covers it.
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Lula Mae W.

Is one of the few all-you-can-eat lunch buffets that doesn't sacrifice quality for serve-yourself convenience. Best (only?) Indian food in Alameda!
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John K.

I love Indian buffets...I like to make a heaping mess of flavors on one plate. India Palace is the best Indian buffet I have found. The buffet has a good selection and they do a good job of keeping the food fresh. Great value too.
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Dragon M.

this place is f'n delicious. everything we order is on hit so just open the menu and point and it will be good. dont forget to order the garlic naan
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rob T.

Now this is as close as I've found to (what I an Englishman) considers a true Indian restraunt. However they loose a star for the Chicken chatt - not sure what it was but it was nothing I wanted more than a mouthful of. Every lamb dish I've had has been perfectly tender and the onion salad (while a little over priced for what it is) is the perfect side dish. One day i'll find a place that serves a decent potato side dish and doesn't make me buy a full meal to get the side dish I want. Nan breads are great, never tried the popadoms, but I have a very low opinion of every popadum I've ever eaten in america, a very strange product is usually served. UPDATE Zeera Aloo should be purchased with every order. It is the perfect side dish for anoy other curry, if your a vegetarian its an ideal meal. Seriously this one dish pushes them up to a 5 star.
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Jenn O.

i don't normally eat indian cuisine but if i must, india palace's buffet is what i will eat. the buffet serves all my favorites for a very reasonable price of $9.95! (the website still says $8.95 though..) seating is also quite comfortable here.
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Wooptydoop L.

Regarding their lunch buffet: never fails to satisfy me and a big gang of my co-workers when we wish to be full and happy! Good onion salad and good desert (the orange color thing). Nice dal soup and i like the rice. not that it's without its shortcomings, but it has made me happy enough to give a 5 star rating!
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wendy m.

I'll give it four stars for the food but maybe one star for the service. I've been dining here for about 12 years and the food has always been quite good and consistent, however the service could use some polishing. We are regulars and are never acknowledged by the staff, i.e. "hey good to see you guys again". We always have to ask to have our water glasses refilled and they never come by and ask how things are. They usually have just a blank stare on their faces. When you say hello, they say hello back but you have to be the initiator. But, we go for the food and not for the customer service.
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C B.

We love eating here (even though we have taken a recent shine to Swad in Lafayette), this is our second favorite Indian restaurant in the East Bay. For vegetarians, I recommend the Navratan Korma. For others, the Mulligatawny Soup is delicious. The thali dishes are very well priced! For two people, you can get a wide variety of curries, kheer, raita, nan and rice to share for $20-$22. Service has always been pretty friendly.
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Mr. B.

im not a fan of indian food (because of bad experiences and super spicy nasty food) but this place was a winner. I went here during dinner time and the food was good and the service was pleasant. Resturaunt had a nice atmosphere (peacefull and laid back). I thought there would be a buffet but infortunately thats only during much time. I was still happy though cuz the food was good and the waitress didnt suck. Go here to get yo' grubb on.
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Heather C.

When I switched jobs, one of the things I was saddest about was my favorite Indian Restaurant with the lunch buffet. Who'da thunk Alameda would have a nice replacement! The lunch buffet is really tasty and inexpensive. I would definitely return here for a tasty, quick and oh so filling lunch.
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Noah C.

delicious! so glad to have found a convenient place in the east bay. the staff is super friendly and the naan is to die for!
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Chris D.

India Palace offers a nice selection of freshly prepared, well-priced Indian food. The service is generally prompt and helpful although when it gets busy, the two waitresses can get a little bogged down. While it is not a fancy establishment, it is always clean, well-lit, and friendly. My favorites include the chicken tika (sp), navrattan korma, onion kulcha, and garlic naan. Although I haven't tried the desserts, the mango lasi wasn't anything to write home about. Pretty bland and flat.
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sally g.

This was a real disappointment. I should have known when I called to place my order for pick up and the woman sounded bothered by my call. I was told the food would be ready in 20 minutes and I got there in about 30 to find it not ready and was told it's coming up. 10 minutes later it was another 5 minutes. I got home with food to find small portions and cold food. how could it be cold when it wasn't ready for 20 minutes after I got there?? Tandori fish was fatty and fried and nothing like any tandori I've had before. Nan tasted like it was reheated because it was tough. Food was expensive for the portion and for what it was...... a real disappointment. Won't do this again.
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Paul L.

Dear India Palace, Look I'm being all serious and honest here. You are the best Indian place in Alameda. Ok Ok, so there is only maybe 2 indian places in Alameda, but look at my eyes - I mean every word of it. Of course I'm mainly thinking about the Brunch Buffet. There I can say you are probably the BEST indian buffet I've had (and I've had a quite a few!). That's a statement I don't make lightly. If you provided garlic naan, and the naan was frequently fresh out of the oven, it would be perfect, but your meat choices & curries are pretty solid for a buffet. Other places, the meat is dry or the sauce pretty americanized and generic. Or the meat is sparse.. but not you. It's meaty, it's juicy.. I as well as my friends always comment how well the chicken was made. Soft & Juicy as it should be. I can't remember the name of any of the dishes as always, but for 10.95, brunch on saturday morning is a winner. Oh and the 10% off for cash (if over $25).. sneaky, but hey I always pay cash here to get a little off. Your service is always excellent. Quick to refill my water and take away my plates so I don't fill guilty when the plates pile up like in other places. The only thing I didn't like is how sometimes the service guy who stands near the buffet line watches me getting the food. I feel like.. I should be more reserved.. but maybe that's the idea! I've also come for dinner and I'm sure it was good... just can't recall much since Indian food by nature induces instant coma afterwards... might be good idea to plan a nice walk after. I also like how you are located in a victorian home. Fits right in with Alameda. My stomach hurts! Darn you! Is this what they call a love-hate relationship?
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Address : 737 Buena Vista Ave
Alameda, CA, 94501
Phone (510) 814-8778
Website https://www.indiapalacealameda.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :11:00 am - 2:00pm

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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India Palace

737 Buena Vista Ave, Alameda, CA, 94501

India Palace Menu

Appetizers

Tandoori

Vegetables

Chicken

Lamb

Seafood

Chefs Specialties

Indian Bread And Rice - Rice Dishes

Complete Dinners

Desserts

Beverages

Healthy Meal suggestions for India Palace

Appetizers

Tandoori

Vegetables

Chicken

Lamb

Seafood

Chefs Specialties

Indian Bread And Rice - Rice Dishes

Complete Dinners

Desserts

Beverages

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