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329 Market St (at 4th Avenue)
San Diego, CA 92101

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Drove down from LA to celebrate a friends birthday at the San Diego Zoo. After a long day, we decided to have dinner in the Gaslamp District. One of my friends recommended the C...

excellent food 10/21/2009

Recently ate at Royal India restaurant with a friend, and I think the food was excellent. The lettuce wraps that we ordered for an appetizer were amazing, as was our main course comprising of Chicken chili ginger masala, Lamb korma and Kabuli nan. We also ordered Pista ice cream for desert that was heavenly. The decor is elegant and soothing (wonderful outdoor patio), and the service was incredibly good. Overall, it's a great restaurant, and I would highly recommend Royal India more
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Absolutely amazing.. 10/21/2009

I am frequent eater at Royal India and I fell in love with it for its delicious Indian food and unique beautifully decorated Indian restaurant, cozy romantic seating. It has beautiful hanging chandelier, some hand carved wooden full bar, lots of custom stone work, beautiful arches you walk under to reach the waterfall and the best of all is very comfortable spacious seating . The curries are always good and portions big and the clay oven roasted tandoori chicken is served on the sizzling sizzlers served with vegetable beds and one can live on those health flavorful meats. Everything is fresh and if my friends need it mild they get it mild and if they want it hot it comes wild and everyone goes happy. Nans are the ones to die for they are soft and fresh breads. The dessert RusMalai is mouth watering. A creamy dreamy dessert with pistachio and cherry. Wow I am craving while I write. I am addict to Royal India in the Gaslamp I think its the best Indian restaurant in the whole universe more
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Satisfying Experience.. 10/21/2009

I read the review about Royal India's Indian cuisine in the union tribune today and our company decided to try lunch buffet at Royal India. We loved both the salads, all the chutneys including the mango and yogurt dressing. I loved the samosa with mint chutney and tandoori chicken with tamarind chutney. It was an outstanding experience. Talking about curry OH MY GOD I am addicted to Royal India the roasted chicken cooked in creamy tomato curry I believe its Chicken Tikka Masala and palak paneer the spinach item with farmers cheese in it and vegetables in coconut curry with cashew paste is really great and I agree with the review by Margret King the food editor that it is addictive. I do not like it spicy but the chicken curry and lamb curry looked very tempting. The fresh Nan bread was awesome and I mean it. Two Desserts the silky mango and the rice pudding are must try and Royal India is on our list for once a week office lunch. It was a satisfying experience. Royal India is on the top of the list for Indian restaurants for us. more
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utterly delicuious.... 10/21/2009

Having been recommended by a friend who wasn't really a foodie like I am, I happily tried Royal India restaurant in the gaslamp, let me tell you this: whether you've' have Indian or Thai food before or a 'haute cuisine' devotee, you will be utterly happy here. the restuarant has a sleek, chic look, but is easy and casual in demeanor. so you'll be fine whether you're dressed up or dressed down. but it's all about the food: delicious curry like chicken tikka masala or garlic kabab meats, the flavors in curry and marinations for kababs are perfectly done. i've been several times for lunch buffet and dinner and just keep trying different things as the mood takes me. i've recommended it to all my friends and we all agree; it's our 'currant' fav restaurant! more
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love waterfalls..... 10/21/2009

Royal India is where to go when you want to dine like kings and queens. The Gaslamp area restaurant serves authentic Northern Indian cuisine in a refreshing, elegant setting. An outdoor patio offers prime views of downtown foot traffic, while inside, the tall ceilings and open space give the feel of a modern palace, complete with regal d?cor imported from India. Ornate chandeliers cast an elegant glow, while a cascading waterfall offers a backdrop of serenity. The menu is as rich as its surroundings, with flavorful curries, tandoori kababs, and a tempting array of fresh tandoor-baked breads. If you?re unable to make your mind up about the menu, visit during lunch or on Monday evenings, when over 20 dishes are offered buffet-style. more
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I am In love ... 10/21/2009

My wife and I are regular consumers of Indian food, and we always like trying new places. When living in san diego, we became big fans of royal india. When we moved from san francisco to san diego we fell in love withRoyal India, which is the best. more
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Love it..truly enjoyed 10/21/2009

What a nice surprise! My boyfriend and I had Sunday lunch here at this famous indian restaurant and truly enjoyed it. Everything was delicious from the soups to the popadams with their accompaniments. The staff was very in tune with their customers. The colorful Indian music and live plants throughout the patio, are a nice touch to what whole restaurant. Although we did not drink at brunch their drink menu is quite nice in regards to the wines and beers offered. It is nice to know of a good and mosrt famous restaurant in san diego downtown; which is somewhat liked by each and every person who visits here. We will definitely go back! more
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Wonderful place.. 10/21/2009

On the recommendation of one of my daughter's teachers, we went to Royal India. I love Indian food and I really enjoyed their Indian food. Yes, they are the Best. I have to tell you that the only reason it is getting five stars is because I never enjoyed another restaurant as this one. The best part , they ask you how spicy you want your food; they give you a three-curry caddy with some crispy peppery cracker-like stuff which probably has a name but I don't know it; the ambiance is more to my taste; they have a wonderful; music played in the baground; the music isn't playing really loud also, feels gud to ears; and the food is best as i told u before. The portions are really great.. i enjoyed it.. Pros: Great portions.. more
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Wonderful Service... Besides The Food.. 10/21/2009

You will become addicted with their garlic nan. Pros: best more
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Chicken Garlic kabab on the sizzler was a heaven 10/21/2009

Good Indian food at Royal India give me craving. I just cannot stay away from. I have been eating at Royal India for almost a year and every time they set the bar higher and surpass it. The curries are delicious, nans are soft and the desserts are yum. Pros: good food more
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amazing place 10/21/2009

Well, now that we got that out of the way: Royal India is my first and last stop for Indian food in the San diego. Sure...it's probably all that authentic, that one cares?!? It's good!!! The servers are really good at pointing you in the right direction if you give them an idea of what you're craving. All of the naans are outstanding. I'm not the type of person that always orders the same thing, but Royal India is the exception--I can't leave there complete without having the chicken tikka masala (as spicy as I can persuade them to make it)! more
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Kingfisher beer with spicy lamb curry is yumm 10/21/2009

I can eat lamb curry with kingfisher beer at Royal India everyday and their nan bread is a heaven. The best Indian food in San Diego. Pros: Best meal of my life time more
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Delicious, Saag Paneer is incredible 10/21/2009

All I can say is Royal India has very flavorful food. It is a lot different from other Indian restaurants. The best of all Indian restaurant. Its all a plus. Pros: Flavors are unique and the best. more
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Love it..truly enjoyed 10/20/2009

What a nice surprise! My boyfriend and I had Sunday lunch here at this famous indian restaurant and truly enjoyed it. Everything was delicious from the soups to the popadams with their accompaniments. The staff was very in tune with their customers. The colorful Indian music and live plants throughout the patio, are a nice touch to what whole restaurant. Although we did not drink at brunch their drink menu is quite nice in regards to the wines and beers offered. It is nice to know of a good and mosrt famous restaurant in san diego downtown; which is somewhat liked by each and every person who visits here. We will definitely go back! more
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I am In love ... 10/20/2009

My wife and I are regular consumers of Indian food, and we always like trying new places. When living in san diego, we became big fans of royal india. When we moved from san francisco to san diego we fell in love withRoyal India, which is the best. more
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I love this place 10/20/2009

Indian cuisine is amongst my favs, and this place would definitely get 5 stars from me! We ordered Lamb Naan, and it was just delish!! Intimate atmosphere, buffet available during days times, prices are average restaurant prices. But the food is great! more
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thanks 10/20/2009

Keep up the good work Royal India!! We love you :) more
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Best Mojitos 10/20/2009

Royal India has the best Mojitos I have tasted in San Diego. Perfectly balanced Mojito and I was told that the Mojitos at Royal India are made from special Indian Rum. Ambiance is very unique and elegant. The food is excellent specially the Herb Baked Salmon and kabuli nan( coconut raisins). The service was attentive and friendly. Great place to take a date or just to enjoy good Indian food with some friends. Thumbs up! more
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Outstanding 10/20/2009

Royal India was amazing. My server took such good care of us. It was a birthday and I had brought in flowers ahead of time and requested a special table in the dining room before the restaurant opened for dinner. Then when we came back later that evening to celebrate everything was ready for us. The flowers and ballons were on display at the table I had chosen. I think he would have even given us just as equal attention to us even if he didn't know it was a special occasion. Everything was so smooth. Food was fabulous. Definitly the best Indian in San Diego. At the end of our dining experience I even made sure I contacted the manager to let him know how pleased I was with everything. I will be back again for sure. more
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Satisfying Experience.. 10/20/2009

I read the review about Royal India's Indian cuisine in the union tribune today and our company decided to try lunch buffet at Royal India. We loved both the salads, all the chutneys including the mango and yogurt dressing. I loved the samosa with mint chutney and tandoori chicken with tamarind chutney. It was an outstanding experience. Talking about curry OH MY GOD I am addicted to Royal India the roasted chicken cooked in creamy tomato curry I believe its Chicken Tikka Masala and palak paneer the spinach item with farmers cheese in it and vegetables in coconut curry with cashew paste is really great and I agree with the review by Margret King the food editor that it is addictive. I do not like it spicy but the chicken curry and lamb curry looked very tempting. The fresh Nan bread was awesome and I mean it. Two Desserts the silky mango and the rice pudding are must try and Royal India is on our list for once a week office lunch. It was a satisfying experience. Royal India is on the top of the list for Indian restaurants for us. more
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Multi Award Winning Indian Restaurant in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter.

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  • Awarded best Indian food in San Diego and voted the most romantic restaurant in San Diego. Royal India is the premier Indian restaurant in San Diego. Royal India serves undeniably delicious Indian food.
    Royal India features authentic North Indian foods in San Diego with vegetables, chicken, lamb and seafood curries as well as fresh tandoori kababs & home made desserts. All within downtown San Diego enjoy fine Indian food dining in architectural decor imported from the palaces of India with royal chandeliers, a unique 10-foot quiet waterfall & a unique custom carved wooden bar. Royal India's large patio is great for outdoor dining & lounging with friends.
    Royal India is located within walking distance from the convention center and all the hotels, Royal India specializes in catering tasty, authentic Indian food for San Diego's corporate events and banquets.

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  • In Short
    From the guys who brought curry and naan to malls across San Diego County, Royal India is an upscale adaptation for the downtown crowd. The interior is decorated with...

  • 2/13/2007 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Daily 11am-12pm
  • Payments: Visa, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Central, Marina, Central San Diego
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