Punjabi Tandoor (Irvine)

This is a hidden restaurant of authentic Indian curries and I'm sure it guarantees the most quality and flavor in the area. I had chicken marquee and vandalu combo number four and I feel healthy! If you're in Irvine, make sure you visit this place!!

I walked in during lunch, delicious food is ready made yet fresh; you can also order anything you want, I got lunch combo #1 of the ready food which is rice, 2 vegetable options, and naan. Also came with a side of a yogurt sauce. I got saag (delicious spinach) and the potato pea curry...both delicious!! The flavors were slightly mild yet still very flavorful and the saag surprisingly had a nice little kick at the end. The naan was made perfectly and fresh. Whole meal was $9.95 and I got a lot of food; based on today's experience I'll definitely be back. (Also their customer service is awesome, I felt very welcome. The container they packed was full but not so full that it leaked🙌...pictures were taken mid meal.

Update: We've been coming here every week for a couple years now. The family who runs this restaurant are simply wonderful. Just come here and try the food, you'll find yourself coming back week after week like we do. My girlfriend and I found this place after we moved and it's a hidden gem. After trying four or five different Indian places we've found our favorite spot. The family who runs the place is wonderful, service has always been quick and they're always very friendly. The food is outrageously good. I've never had Chicken Mahkani like their's. I've had both lamb and chicken dishes, and it's always been great. Definitely plan on being a regular here.

This restaurant is such a hidden gem for Indian food. It's tucked away inside of a strip mall which houses other restaurants and businesses. If you didn't know it was there, you might miss it. If you're looking for a quality meal in OC, this is the place to go. The quality and value here are superb. The meal for 2 comes with enough food for 3 people. The customer service has always been amazing. I came here while fasted and let the business owner and he let the cook know and they whipped up the order quickly. It was hot, delicious, and cooked to perfection. Will be back every time I crave Indian food and I'm in the area.

Best Saag Paneer in Orange County! Really, I've been looking. There's some sad, greasy, and bland ones out there. Punjabi Tandoor's is thick, rich, and just delicious.

This is always my favorite Indian curry. Red color curry is Chicken Makhani and yellow color one is Chicken Tikka Masala. Other ones also great but always Makhani here is the best! Service is always good and people here are nice!

Punjabi Tandoor in Irvine, California, is a culinary gem that tantalizes taste buds with its Indian cuisine. Their lunch combo, priced at $12.99 plus tax, as described below. The chicken curry had tender pieces of chicken are enveloped in a rich, aromatic sauce that perfectly balances spices and creaminess. Each bite is an explosion of flavor that will leave you craving more. The chicken tikka masala, consisted of well cooked pieces of chicken immersed in a velvety delicious sauce, infused with a medley of spices that dance on your palate. Accompanying these delectable curries is a side of saag, a vibrant spinach dish that adds a touch of freshness and earthy flavors to the meal. The saag is cooked to perfection, retaining its vibrant green hue and delivering a delightful balance of spinach, spices, and a hint of creaminess. To complement the flavorful curries and saag, Punjabi Tandoor provides fluffy naan bread, the perfect vehicle for scooping up every morsel of the rich sauces. The naan is freshly baked, boasting a delightful softness and a slight char that enhances its flavor. As a sweet finale to this culinary journey, Punjabi Tandoor offers rice pudding. The rice is cooked to a creamy consistency, infused with the delicate sweetness of milk and sugar. It's the perfect ending to a satisfying meal. Punjabi Tandoor's lunch combo is a good deal at $12.99 plus tax. I only wish the portions would be more generous. The attendant was very nice and answered all my questions. Punjabi Tandoor is sure to delight your senses and leave you craving more.