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Mehak of India

San Jose

A homey atmosphere

Mehak of India is an Indian restaurant in San Jose, California, that provides traditional Indian food combined with ingredients to create a simple and wonderful menu. We believe taste is something you can't describe in words because it's different for everyone. But we promise when you visit us, you will not leave disappointed. Each one of our Indian dishes is flavorful and fresh! We take the time out of cooking so that we can bring an ethnic experience to your dinner table. Our Indian food offers exciting combinations like lamb curry, achari chicken tikka kabab, vegetarian chana masala as well as regional dishes like goat curry and lamb vindaloo. Our chef’s special Tangri Kebab and Plum Chicken Korma are worth a visit to us. Started a few years back on a kitchen table, this place has become the dwelling for all those interested in crafting and relishing great Indian food. Our purpose here is to make the best dinner with natural essence accessible to everyone. By providing comforting combos of food in a welcoming atmosphere for everyday dining, we’re one of the great brunch places in San Jose. Each member of our team has been introduced to Indian cuisine in their Indian homes back in their childhood. We’ve learned and practiced graciously since all the marvelous creations over the years and decided to turn our love of experimenting with the culinary arts into a profession. The simple techniques and complex methods that Indians apply for their everyday home fare - from marinating to grilling, tossing to stir-frying, boiling to simmering, we put the time-honored ways into use for solving your Quotidien hunger and introducing unusual tastes from the East. Through this endeavor, we get to teach people how amazing cooking and eating Indian food can be! Indian food is the best food ever created. And we proudly say that we’re an Indian tribe providing world-famous healthy food to people around the world through Mehak of India.

The crave-worthy Indian Food

We specialize in delicious Indian street food! Once you try them, you will never find the same dish elsewhere as your mouth experiences different flavors with every bite. The Indian dishes from a land across the sea are right in your neighborhood for food takeout. All you have to do is order online or walk in, you’ll be ready to discover the enticing aroma of spices.

An authentic experience, ready for you.

We follow an age-old approach to serving balanced nutrition in a homely environment, just like your mom does - good food and cozy vibes that rejuvenate your senses. Even on food delivery, people really like our creations. So much that when we sell out we get a glimpse of joy on our diners’ faces. That’s what drives us to make more.

Customer Reviews

S A.

Google

We love coming here. We have been coming here quite regularly and the experience is consistent: Food is always fresh. Portions are generous. Service is attentive. Place is clean. Prices are fair. We come during weekdays, order from the menu, and wait while our food is being made. We come over the weekend and enjoy the buffet. Small batches are cooked for the buffet so food is always fresh. Mehak of India is our favorite, and we highly recommend it.

Jess U.

Google

My work ordered this restaurant for delivery and everything was delicious. We got the butter chicken, chicken tikka, palak paneer and garlic naan. Every bite satisfied my craving. Will definitely be ordering from here again and trying their lunch special.

Kevin P.

Google

I love their lunch special. You get a lot of food for the price. Call ahead so you don't have to wait. It comes with two curries, plenty of rice, and naan.

Cathrin P C.

Google

$15 for a weekend lunch buffet is super rare these days. Mehak of India is a small local gem located in a neighborhood plaza with plenty of parking near Grocery Outlet. At first, you might be skeptical because the buffet selection looks tiny but don't worry, they've got your essentials to keep your tummy and tastebuds more than happy! If you're a goat fan, you should prepare yourself -- the meat is succulent, tender and plentiful! The butter chicken was phenomenal. Check out my videos highlighting their small but satisfying selection!! They even have free chai to go with your meal - wow. Service was homey and very responsive. I felt like I was dining at my uncle's house hahaa! The restaurant itself only has about 8 tables so it was a little cramped but everyone was super nice. Above all else, Mehak of India has amazing value with plenty of protein!!! I was sooo stuffed. Next time, I need to wear something with an elastic waist... HA!

Mary G.

Google

This was the best Indian food I've ever had. Ordered butter chicken, tandoori chicken, chili paneer, veggie samosa and garlic naan. Tandoori chicken was so flavorful and moist. Everything was amazing! And very reasonable prices.

Varuni R.

Google

Food is good but now wow. Small place. They have reduced the size of the restaurant dramatically. You order at the counter and they bring the food to you,

Angela C.

Google

Good selection on weekend buffet, fresh naan, and great service. Will definitely return.

Loc P.

Google

Came here after my friends and I all got our piercings and right after an engineering exam. Saying the food hit hard after all that is an understatement. Definitely recommend. Butter chicken is a must try.

Aiza C.

Google

The service was good; I ordered chicken tikka and it was great! I'd come back again! not the best naan but still good.

Rey R.

Google

Imma be honest I never had Indian food before so I checked this place out and MY LIFE CHANGED FOREVER. The workers were very kind and welcoming, and the vibe is chill. But the food???? It touched my soul. And the prices are very good. The grass truly is greener. I want to eat here every day now.

Bernard F.

Google

DoorDash their food it was delicious. They don't skimped on the portions. Everything was properly wrapped. The garlic curry chicken was fantastic and their fish pakora was still crispy. Even though it was the inside the topper ware. Definitely gotta try the rest of menu next time

Asha T.

Google

Food was good, could have been spicy! Service was fast and family run so always nice to support local business.

Jacqueline N.

Google

Came here for Sunday AYCE Lunch. For $15 and the quality of the food this really is a buffet you don't want to miss. As someone who's been really into the gym lately, the options, while few, were packed with proteins (lamb, chicken, paneer). My dad said he wouldn't come unless there was lamb curry, and the lamb curry did not disappoint my picky eater dad. He liked the food so much he asked the owner if the place was owned by Punjabi people. The place itself is pretty small with few tables and few buffet options, but I like that it's small and cute because each of the items I tried were cooked to savory perfection. We were seated immediately, then promptly offered water and fresh naan. I enjoyed the vegetable samosas and the lamb curry the most, although if I were to come back again I would probably reach for the tandoori chicken for lean protein and the rice. I'd been craving Indian food for weeks and this place definitely crossed off all my boxes. I hope to come back here again with my mom!

Cytlally H.

Google

For my first time there the food was amazing and delicious. Very polite and great service. I will definitely be visiting often.

James V.

Google

Perfect. We got takeout and this is the best Indian food we have found in a 10 mile radius of our house. The service was so nice, warm, and kind. The restaurant is clean and simple. The profits are clearly in the food because it is amazing. We were full and could not stop eating. Cannot recommend Mehak enough!

Amir S.

Google

Excellent food and quick service. Great North Indian cuisine. Just the right place for takeout.

Everest June Z.

Google

The food and service are excellent! Butter chicken, chicken tandoori, garlic naan, samosas, mango lassi... IYKYK! My go to for delicious Indian cuisine.

Kyoshi _.

Google

I wanted to try some new food and live in the area, hidden gem truly!!!! Perfect clean space, the new owner was attentive and kind. Good prices a full meal of a Butter Chicken Wrap, 2x Garlic Naan, Coconut Chicken, Chicken Seekh Kabab, rice and Mango Lassi was under 55, amazing prices, quality was excellent and I got to experience a simple yet authentically exciting meal, will definitely be coming back!!

Tina N.

Google

This is probably my favorite place for Indian food. The prices are great and they usually have a discount when you order online too. They have the best naan! It's so fluffy and light. I've always had a good experience here and would recommend it.

Kat E.

Google

Weekend lunch buffet is $14.99/pp from 11am to 3pm so no doubt about it, we were there. Seated immediately and water was served along with complementary naan. They offer complementary hot Chai tea and I had a few cups of those. My plate always consist of paneer, goat curry, and butter chicken curry dressing to top everything off. A few a plates of those and we outies. Can the weekend come any faster, cus I can't wait to go back

Big M.

Google

Love their food here! I have been coming here for over 2 years and they never have let me down unlike some food establishments where the food can be hit and miss this place is consistently excellent!

Sylvia V.

Google

Delicious. Great prices. Went for dinner with a large group. Will have to return to try the buffet.

Cherry H.

Google

Butter Chicken Wrap and Chicken Tikka Wrap are our go-to menu items. The Masala Chai is delicious. Their lassis are good too!

Ireen M.

Google

This is our go to India restaurant. Food and service never disappoint each time we order. I find their food to be less spicy than other restaurant which good, you can enjoy the taste of the food better. The naan is our favorite and their meat dishes never disappoint. We are still need to try their buffet which recommended by the owner so we can taste other dishes.

Mon B.

Google

Food: *butter chicken - 4/5 *vegetable samosa - 5/5 *garlic naan - 4/5 *goat biryani - 4/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Tasty food! Biriyani was a large portion. Happy to have found this restaurant!

Chirag Rana

Yelp

Very freshly prepared food in entire Bay Area. We ordered a lot of DoorDash and mehak of India always delivers amazing food quality. It is our go to place 2-3 times week. If you’re in the area best Indian food. My wife and i love all items from here. Highlights : gobi manchurian, chilly fish, paneer kadai. We have tried it all. Our friends recently moved in same neighborhood and they became almost daily eater there. I have been a loyal customer for over 5-6 years and they ALWAYS deliver quality!!

Michael Cassady

Yelp

I am impressed. This small, unassuming restaurant turns out some of the best Indian food I've had. Although there were only a few seated customers, there was a stream of people coming in to pick up takeout orders. The samosas were hot and crisp and the chutneys were very flavorful. Before I could even finish the first one, the main course arrived. The butter chicken had a tangy, tomato-ey finish and the chicken was tender enough to cut with my spoon. The jeera rice was perfectly cooked; soft, but not soggy. And the garlic naan was coated with ghee (clarified butter). I'm definitely coming back.

deccanheart

Yelp

Garlic Naan was Perfect!!!

Anoop Chowdary

Yelp

Mehak of India offers a consistently high-quality dining experience distinguished by its well-crafted dishes and exceptional service standards. The restaurant delivers authentic Indian flavors across its menu, with notable items such as the Tandoori Chicken, Butter Chicken, Paneer Tikka Masala, and Dal Makhni demonstrating skillful preparation and balanced seasoning. Appetizers including the Vegetable Samosa and Chili Chicken are executed with precision and set a strong foundation for the meal. The service team operates with remarkable professionalism — attentive, efficient, and committed to ensuring a positive guest experience. This level of service enhances the overall atmosphere and reinforces the restaurant’s strong reputation. A key highlight is the weekend buffet, which offers a wide selection of flavorful dishes while maintaining quality and freshness throughout. It serves as an excellent introduction for guests who wish to experience a variety of the restaurant’s offerings. Overall, Mehak of India stands out as a well-managed establishment that consistently delivers flavorful cuisine, superior service, and a welcoming dining environment. It remains a reliable choice for both casual diners and those seeking a more curated Indian dining experience.

Harsheel

Yelp

This is hands down the best Indian restaurant in the Bay Area. The food, portion size and the people here all great. I live a bit far, yet I am willing to drive and pick up food. I haven’t done dine in yet but the takeouts have been perfect every time.

Ram W

Yelp

We went there for lunch today. Though the items in the buffet are only few, I think it's okay. That's how it should be. Not expensive either. Overall we are happy.

Sam March

Yelp

Ate the buffet here. Butter chicken was well balanced between sweet and spicy. Did not taste too tomato ish, and meat was lean and tender. Same goes for the goat curry - well flavored not overly spicy, and meat was cooked well and nice tender texture. Mixed veg - well it did what it was supposed to. Small restaurant with authentic taste and quality.

Khursheed Ahmad

Yelp

The taste was so good 😊

Aryan Saini

Yelp

Vinny Possible

Yelp

Ordered the chole (Chana) bature, was very good. Green chutney is a must pairing with this. Would highly recommend this dish from here.

Chao Li

Yelp

Guri Singh

Yelp

When our goes to people my food, they are very such a nice people

Lynn Akeime L

Yelp

Mehak of India is a hidden gem for anyone craving a tasty and affordable Indian meal. Their $14.99 lunch buffet is simple but flavorful, with a nice balance of options: fluffy rice, three veggie dishes, three meat dishes, plus a cute little salad bar. The complimentary naan comes out hot and fresh, perfect for scooping up all the curries. The buffet also includes free chai tea and those yummy dessert balls (gulab jamun) that are the perfect sweet finish. Everything tasted fresh, comforting, and satisfying without being overly heavy. Great value for the price and definitely worth a visit for lunch!

Javier Martin

Yelp

Very good Food .. very clean .. great flavors.. Come here every time in the Area.. recommend!!!!!!!

Ellie Yeung

Yelp

We love coming here for the buffet! Very reasonable priced.

Seema Shenoy

Yelp

This is a small restaurant with excellent food and great service. We ordered on the phone and then picked up the food. The portions were huge and well packed. The taste was authentic. We ordered Gobhi Manchurian and Saag Paneer, with tandoori roti, naan, and rice. Every dish was excellent. The spice level was just right. Highly recommend for anyone who love North Indian food.

Thomas Lee

Yelp

David L

Yelp

So good! Probably my new go to

Isamar Sanchez

Yelp

Food is delicious and pricing is very reasonable. Also really good portions! We tried the chicken tikka masala today OMG! It was delicious! 😋

JS

Yelp

Coconut lamb에 밥, 난 추가 해서 포장해서 먹음 국물이 흘러서 포장까는게 좀 힘들었음 고소하고 맛있음. 고기도 왕창 들어있음 난이 더 내 취향이었음

Jay Dhillon

Yelp

Outstanding experience all around, and this is coming from someone who's extraordinarily picky. When it comes to flavor, freshness, quantity, quality, price, and service, they've got it down. I came here a few times around when they first opened strictly for the buffet, which was quite good, but haven't been since as I live in a totally different part of town and the buffet had temporarily ended, which I believe was around COVID time. Anyway, I was in the area and ordered the butter chicken and garlic naan. The butter chicken and naan came out hotter and fresher than any other restaurant I've ever been to. Very impressive first impression. The naan are large and THOROUGHLY buttered and topped with garlic. They're superb. I'd prefer if they were a hair softer/easier to break apart, but these are top 3 naan in the Bay without question. 9.5/10 The butter chicken is also a larger than average size portion and also incredibly fresh. The gravy has a wonderful taste and consistency, and the chicken inside is tender and also flavorful, where many restaurants don't pay much attention to the chicken, they do here. I do have other favorite butter chickens in the Bay but I'd say these guys are worthy of being in the top 5. 9/10 Enjoyable mango lassi too. The service is very kind as well, and the restaurant itself is very clean, though small. I wouldn't hesitate to suggest this place to anyone and I'd order anything off the menu in full confidence. It's that good.

Grey Knights

Yelp

zapras transport

Yelp

Tasty food and friendly atmosphere

saugat luitel

Yelp

Very delicious

Jimyo Lin

Yelp

This is the food that makes people go "i love indian" even though youre just there for the usual + naan. Its fantastic and i love indian. Had the lunch special; butter chicken/tikka masala