Woodland Hills' Best Indian Restaurant

The buffet grudge is officially over, thanks to New India Palace, but you do not have to drive to Woodland Hills for a sad lunch. We are, admittedly, biased toward the Valley, where the strip malls hide serious heat and the 101 is a gamble at 4 p.

m. The real question is whether you want a two-hour biryani pilgrimage or a date-night spot with complimentary dessert that has you planning a solo return trip.

One restaurant serves mutton that I still dream about, and another has been holding it down for thirty-six years. So, here is the ranking, and yes, I ate all of it.

New India Palace

Highlights
Exceptional lunch and dinner buffet
Owned by three hardworking ladies
Extremely clean and delicious food
Warm, welcoming hospitality throughout

I walked into New India Palace with a list of places to eat and a grudge against buffets that has since been lifted. This is a family affair run by three hardworking women who have built a shrine to lunch. The buffet is not a pile of sad chafing dishes; it is a banquet of extremely clean, delicious food that made me question every meal I have ever settled for. The hospitality is warm and welcoming, the kind that makes you want to stay for a fourth round of naan. It is a beautiful, unfussy spot that has quickly become my new standard.

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Shalimar Cuisine of India

Highlights
Thirty-six years of loyalty
Spicy chicken tikka masala
Gorgeous decor, great lighting
Perfect for large birthday parties
Excellent dine-in or take-out

Shall I tell you about loyalty? Shalimar Cuisine of India has been there for thirty-six years, which is longer than some of my favorite jeans have been in style. This is a place of steadfast commitment, and their spicy chicken tikka masala is proof of their dedication to a good burn. The decor is gorgeous with great lighting, which makes it a perfect place for a big birthday party where you actually want to see the candles. Whether you dine in or take out, you are in for a treat. They have earned their stripes.

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Paradise Biryani Pointe

Highlights
Authentic flavors from India
Biryani that fills homes
Worth a two-hour drive
Taste of home recreated
Spices that linger long

I found a reason to plan a trip, and it's to eat at Paradise Biryani Pointe. I am a firm believer that the perfect biryani is a sensory experience that can transport you home, and this is it. The flavors are so authentic it feels like a secret that was whispered to them and they were told to share it with everyone. The biryani fills your home with its scent, and the spices linger long after you are full. Honestly, I would drive two hours for this, and I have made that drive multiple times. That is a meal that stays with you.

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Bollywood Indian Restaurant-Westlake Village

Highlights
Halal options and great deals
Authentic, relaxing dining atmosphere
Flavorful, fresh dishes every time
Attentive, warm, welcoming service
Spice levels with real heat

Bollywood Indian Restaurant in Westlake Village is the friend I keep meaning to call. The service is attentive and warm, and the food is always fresh and flavorful. The spice levels are not a joke; they bring real heat, which is a welcome change of pace. I am very picky about where I spend my money, but I will always make time for their halal options and great deals. The relaxing dining atmosphere is a perfect way to unwind after a long day. It is a great place for a casual dinner, and I find myself going back again and again.

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Flavor of India - Studio City

Highlights
Beautiful ambience, tasty food
Generous portions, yummy dishes
Polite staff, great service
Decor that wows
Server Tanya shines

Flavor of India in Studio City is a place that understands the power of a good first impression, and a great second one. The decor is a visual spectacle that will leave you staring, and the food is just as memorable. I had a memorable experience with the generous portions and the yummy flavors. The staff, especially the wonderful server Tanya, are incredibly polite and provide great service. It is a great place for a beautiful meal, and I have already started planning my next visit.

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Roots Indian Bistro

Highlights
Generous complimentary desserts
Excellent service from Navasa
Perfect for memorable dates
Delicious vegan and lamb dishes
Unbeatable value for quality

I have to confess something. I have a food crush, and its name is Roots Indian Bistro. This place is a perfect date spot, and I should know; I went on a date with my own reflection and had a great time. The food is the real star, with delicious vegan and lamb options that are both cooked to perfection. The service from Navasa is excellent, and they are happy to bring out the complimentary desserts. The value is unbeatable for the quality, and it is the reason I keep coming back.

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Flavor of India - West Hollywood

Highlights
Authentic Indian cuisine, three locations
Coconut mulligatawny soup is awesome
Fluffy naan and divine pistachio ice cream
Gracious staff, patient explanations
Constant flow of happy regulars

I have been a fool for too long. I keep forgetting that Flavor of India has a location in West Hollywood, and I have been cheating on it with the other locations for no reason. This is a spot that brings in a steady stream of happy regulars, and they are not wrong to be happy. The coconut mulligatawny soup is awesome, and the naan is always fluffy. The staff is gracious, offering patient explanations of the menu, and they have a divine pistachio ice cream that I have dreams about. Do not make my mistake.

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Blvd Indian Restaurant

Highlights
Generous with free sides
Service fast and attentive
Beautiful, clean atmosphere
Hot, delicious curries
Welcoming staff recommendations

I have a new motto: when in doubt, go to Blvd Indian Restaurant. They are not playing around with their hospitality. They are generous with their free sides, making it feel like a bonus round of flavor. The service is fast and attentive, and the restaurant is always clean and inviting. The curries are hot, delicious, and cooked to order. The staff is great at recommending dishes. It is a simple formula, but they execute it flawlessly.

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Anarbagh - Woodland Hills Indian Restaurant

Highlights
Decades of consistent quality
Flawless tandoori sea bass
Warm, generous hospitality
Authentic, deeply spiced curries
A Valley favorite for good reason

Anarbagh is the constant in my life when everything else is chaos. It has been a Valley favorite for decades, and I am not here to argue with the masses. The consistency of the quality is something I respect deeply. The tandoori sea bass is a flawless piece of work, and the curries are deeply spiced. The hospitality is warm and generous, making you feel welcome. If you are looking for a reliable, dependable, and delicious meal, this is the spot.

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Biriyani Factory

Highlights
Mutton biryani is unforgettable
Chicken 65 cooked perfectly
Generous portions, fair prices
Sauces blend beautifully together
Clean, polite, worth wait

Biriyani Factory is a place that takes its name very seriously. I am writing this with the taste of their mutton biryani still on my mind, and it is unforgettable. The chicken 65 is cooked perfectly, with a nice crisp exterior. The portions are generous and the prices are fair, which is a winning combination. The waiters are polite and the sauces blend together beautifully. I would wait a while to get my hands on this food again. It is that good.

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Chennai Tiffins

Highlights
Authentic South Indian flavors
Fish and dosa standouts
Kadai chicken and mutton biryani
Kind, attentive service
Spicy surprises worth savoring

Chennai Tiffins is the place where I go to be reminded that I do not know as much about food as I think I do. I considered myself a connoisseur of the subtle, but their South Indian flavors are a loud, delicious argument for boldness. The fish and the dosa are the headliners, but the kadai chicken and mutton biryani are the stars that never seem to get enough credit. The service is kind and attentive, guiding me through the spicy surprises. It is a delicious, humbling experience that I would like to repeat. Come hungry.

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Woodlands Indian Cuisine

Highlights
Dosa nights are wonderful
Tasty, authentic filter coffee
Great appetizer variety
Highly recommended by locals

I have been told I have a serious problem, and my name is a sucker for a good dosa. Woodlands Indian Cuisine hosts wonderful dosa nights that I can only describe as a personal highlight of my week. The coffee is a tasty, authentic filter coffee that packs a punch. The appetizer variety is great, allowing for a party in your mouth before the main event. The locals recommend it highly, and I have to agree. It is a simple, unassuming spot that does things right, and I already can't wait for my next order.

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