Welcome to Punjabi Tandoor
Punjabi Tandoor, located in Carlsbad, California, offers an authentic taste of North Indian cuisine in a delightful outdoor setting. Renowned for its fresh, made-to-order dishes, this family-run restaurant serves up tantalizing options, including their irresistible butter chicken, succulent chicken tikka masala, and freshly baked naan. Customers rave about the generous portions and reasonable pricing, with combo meals under $12. The ambiance, characterized by vibrant outdoor seating and a serene pond, enhances the dining experience. Whether you're in the mood for vegetarian delights or flavorful curries, Punjabi Tandoor guarantees a satisfying and memorable meal that keeps patrons wanting more.
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5812 Van Allen Way # 120, Carlsbad, CA 92008, United States Hotline: +1 760-431-2708
Welcome to Punjabi Tandoor, your go-to destination for a delightful Indian culinary experience nestled in the heart of Carlsbad, California. Located conveniently at 5812 Van Allen Way #120, this charming eatery invites you to indulge in the vibrant flavors of North Indian cuisine amidst a lovely outdoor setting. With its generous parking and plentiful outdoor seating options, you can savor each bite in a relaxed atmosphere that feels just like home.
At Punjabi Tandoor, the focus is on fresh, authentic dishes made with love and dedication. The enthusiastic reviews from customers speak volumes about the quality of food served here. Patrons rave about their favorites, such as the delectable Butter Chicken, lauded as one of the best in the U.S., and the perfectly crisp Chicken Pakoras that are an absolute must-try. The freshness of the naan, made right in front of you, pairs beautifully with the rich and hearty curries, creating a satisfying experience that keeps visitors coming back for more.
One of the standout offerings is the lunch combo, which includes a selection of curries with proteins like tender lamb and chicken, accompanied by piping hot naan and a sweet treat, Kheer. For a reasonable price, you can enjoy a fulfilling meal that tantalizes your taste buds while giving you a taste of Punjabi hospitality. Diners have noted the attentive service and promptness, ensuring that you get delicious food ready to enjoy in no time.
Punjabi Tandoor is more than just a restaurant; it’s an experience. With ample vegetarian options and dishes skillfully prepared by the humble family-run team, it caters to everyone from seasoned Indian food lovers to newcomers. The unique “food court” setting, complete with a tranquil pond and shaded outdoor tables, enhances the dining experience, offering a lovely ambience perfect for casual family outings or a quick meal after a day of exploring nearby attractions like Legoland.
Whether you're in Carlsbad for a visit or a local resident, Punjabi Tandoor promises an authentic taste of India that's both affordable and exceptional. Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the delightful flavors and warm hospitality that make this place truly special.
If you're ready to embark on a culinary journey, experience the magic of Punjabi Tandoor. The flavors await!
Even though I had my share of Indian food I still know nothing about the difference between North, South or whatever region. Picked this strictly because it's outdoor seating and parking are plentiful. Turned out this Indian place is very delicious. There were prior comments about Curry being too watery etc. Again not professing authenticity for the food here I actually enjoyed the liquidity as I can dip the freshly made and absolutely delicious naan (Palm size) into it. #9 lunch combo of 15.00 with lamb and chicken hit the spot with a small container of Kheer (sweet rice pudding) rounding out a marvelous experience. Service was fast.
This is the best Indian food I've ever had. I love everything on the menu. I wish this restaurant is closer to my home. Whenever I come to Carlsbad, I'm going to come here before any other restaurants. Thank you so much. Food is made with love. Please build one in Victorville.
Food wad excellent. We ordered combos which comes with Naan, rice, dal, curry of our choice and (raita or kheer). Food was fresh, hot and tasty. Baigan bartha, mushroom masala and bhindi (okra) masala were all excellent.
Great food, portions, and friendly employees. I like that the naan is made fresh in front of you as you're ordering.
Delicious Indian Food in Carlsbad at reasonable prices - total value for money! Though know that there is no indoor seating here, just a counter to order food and refill drinks. This is not necessarily a problem, because they have ample and amazing seating outside by a small pool (which is actually better). Speaking of specific food recommendations - we tried Chicken Pakoras, Dinner Combo #4 (with 2 chicken curries) and Chicken Biryani. And while this is not the best place to go for Chicken Dum Biriyani, the Chicken Pakoras were delicious & juicy with the perfect crisp outer coating. Oh and they had one of the best Butter Chicken I've tasted anywhere in US. Which is saying a lot, because while Butter Chicken is a popular Indian dish, it's also among the most underwhelming ones in most Indian restaurants, who usually serve many variants of relatively bland tomato based gravies in the name of Butter Chicken / Chicken Makhani. So needless to say, I highly recommend this place!
The employees are very attentive and respectful. Verybhelpful if you havent tried this type of food before. The tastes are wonderful!!
Authentic taste, NO FRILLS, Reasonably priced North Indian Food cooked to order by a humble owner - Sadarji, and run by his family! What more can you ask for? And yes, they have plenty of vegetarian options for families like ours. During our trip to SoCal, we were searching for good vegetarian food nearby after San Diego #Safari, when we discovered this place 15 minutes away! My family really enjoyed the food... and I loved this location as well. It is a unique "Food Court" where they have a beautiful "Outdoor sitting area" with umbrella covers and a nice little pond in the middle (see some of the pictures i uploaded). You order food from one of the restaurants in the food court (for us it was Punjabi Tandoor), find a table/sitting of your liking, and enjoy your meal! YUM!! And price wise... typical vegetarian entree here is under 10 and combo meals are under 12!!! Seriously, you can't go wrong!
We went there after spending the day in Legoland. Being tied we wanted something quick and tasty which fills our appetite and Punjabi tandoor didn't disappoint. We ordered Chicken tikka masala, chicken curry, chhole, paneer masala and garlic naan. All were amazing. You have to tell them about how spicy you want you curries to be. My kid found the chicken curry to be little spicy but then I wanted it more spicy, hehe. The resturant is hard to notice at night from where we usually park since all the restaurants are in the island, it's kind of a food court. There's no seating inside Punjabi tandoor so you'll have to look for outside seating. If you want a warm seating in cold night, then sit on the 3 high tables with high chair right next to Punjabi tandoor. They have heater hanging from the ceiling. The heaters can be controlled from the side pole (it says how to control) and adjust the time you want the heater to work. All in all we had a great experience and we would definitely come again if we are around. Cheers!