India Oven - Sacramento

So far, this is my favorite Indian restaurant. I've been exploring different places because I've recently developed an obsession with Chicken Tikka Masala, and out of all the restaurants I've tried, this one stands out. The portions are generous, and I ordered a side of Basmati Rice, Naan, and I’m also trying the Gulab Jamun. I'm a very happy customer!

I absolutely love this restaurant! I've been on the hunt for a good Indian place in the area and have tried several, but this one is my favorite by far. The flavors are fantastic, and I appreciate that I can adjust the spice level to my liking. The Chicken Tikka Masala is creamy and delicious without being overly heavy. The Naan is soft and warm, and the portion sizes are quite generous. Considering all of this, I find the prices to be very reasonable.

The food at India Oven is absolutely delicious and perfectly spiced. It’s also simple to request a higher spice level if you prefer. I really appreciate the variety of dishes they offer. However, as I age, I've noticed my sensitivity to salt has increased, so occasionally the saltiness can feel a bit much. The easy solution for that is just to drink more water, because there's no way I'm giving up on India Oven. It's truly fantastic!

We ordered take out and while picking up the food, the dull atmosphere of the restaurant coupled with a smell of old recycled oil that has percolated to every inch of this establishment set the stage for things to come. That tempered our expectations and the dry tasteless chicken makhani, undercooked rice and chewy roti summed up the abyss this restaurant has hit over the course of its long and seemingly arduous journey that hopefully can come to an end. In short, mediocre food at a premium price. Avoid, unless hunger is an impending calamity and this is the only place left to eat.

The buffet offers a wide variety of dishes to choose from. Personally, I enjoyed the honey donuts; I’m not sure what they’re officially called, but they are absolutely delicious. The butter chicken is also tasty, but be cautious—it's packed with chicken, so don't load up your plate too much! It’s easy to fill your plate since our eyes often tend to be bigger than our stomachs. They also have traditional rice pudding for dessert, which I really love. As you can tell, I’m a fan of their desserts! There are so many options on the buffet that you really just need to visit to experience it all for yourself.