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India’s Tandoori Hollywood
Master Critic Review
India’s Tandoori Hollywood
8.4
India's Tandoori Hollywood is a late-night Bollywood-accented spot on Sunset where clay-oven specialties, curries, and a popular buffet run deep into the night. With organic halal focus, long hours, and a broad menu that covers everything from goat curries to tandoori platters, it functions as a reliable go-to for groups and post-show meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Goat Tikka Masala, Tandoori Mixed Grill, Matar Paneer
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 6.7
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Organic halal Indian with long hours, buffets, and full tandoori program.
Who should go: Night owls and groups craving full-on curry feasts.
When to visit: Late evenings or weekend buffet service for maximum variety.
What to order: Tandoori Mixed Grill, Goat Tikka Masala, garlic naan.
Insider tip: If you like spice, ask them to match traditional heat levels.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Sunset can be tight after 7pm; look for spots on side streets near Gardner or Vista. No valet.
Dress code: Casual to smart casual; most guests arrive in everyday LA evening wear.
Noise level: Moderate to lively, especially late at night when Bollywood soundtracks and group tables add volume.
Weekend wait: 15–30 minutes for groups; smaller parties can often be seated quickly unless arriving after 9pm.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait, especially outside buffet rush hours.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Excellent coverage—multiple curries, appetizers, and tandoori veg plates.
Vegan options: Several naturally vegan curries and sides; staff can guide substitutions.
Gluten-free options: Most tandoori items and many curries are gluten-free; naan and breads are not but rice-based pairings are easy.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? It works for relaxed, food-focused dates but leans lively and casual. Great if you want a fun, late-night Indian feast—less ideal if you need a quiet room.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—late hours mean turnover is steady. Weeknights rarely require a reservation; weekends after 8:30pm may have a short wait for larger groups.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for families with older kids who enjoy flavorful curries; high chairs are limited and the late-night crowd can feel busy for very young children.
Best For
Better for: Long hours, organic halal offerings, and a wide buffet/tandoori range that outperforms nearby Indian spots for late-night variety and group-friendly menus.
Skip if: You want upscale ambiance, quiet conversation, or strictly modern regional Indian—choose a more design-focused Indian restaurant instead.