For a good India cuisine, Kamal Palace. The food is excellent, and service outstanding! Please give this place a try.

I think Kamal Palace is more known for their lunch buffet and being one of few Indian buffet options in Long Beach. Sure, Artesia isn't that much further from here so you could just hop there and go find multiple options, but sometimes I don't want to deal with figuring out where to go there and parking. Kamal Palace is easy to get to and easy to park. So we decided to actually eat ala carte because the SO and I were just craving Indian. We started with their Tofu Pakora, which was absolutely fantastic due to them using chickpea flour to fry it in, vs regular flour. This was a very smart idea and the whole thing was just a delight. We then ordered 3 entrees: Bhindi Masala, Garlic Sizzler Manchurian Veg, and Tofu Masala. The sizzler dish, to me, seemed like veggie pakora in a sauce. It was good, don't get me wrong, but it didn't quite hit like I thought it would. The tofu matar was solid and these guys really know how to cook tofu well. Most places that do tofu well understand that tofu needs to be able to absorb the flavors it's mixed with to really stand out. For me, the bhindi masala was amazing. At a different Indian spot in Torrance (I think it's Bombay Tandoori in Torrance off PCH, in a Best Western hotel I think), that was the first time I've had okra indian-style (there it was bhindi bharata) and I've been hooked. I think okra is a highly underrated vegetable and Kamal Palace did a fantastic job with it. I really want to say, just go here for the ala carte. It's quality is better than the buffet. It may not be as good of a "value" but the quality of their ala carte is solid.

I've wanted to come here for a while to try the lunch buffet. The restaurant is kind of hidden but signs from the front of the entrance of the building help guide you. Service was great! The tables are very nicely presented and they're quick to clear empty plates or ready to refill water. Naan is made to order so it may take some time but it comes out fresh and delicious. The buffet setup is smaller than what I expected but they had a nice variety of curry and meat as well as vegetarian options and salad/dessert bar. For $16.95, everyday, it's an excellent value! Personally, I felt the curries were on the mild side which is great for kids. The regular menu is very expansive with more spice level options it seems. The garbanzo bean curry was my favorite with the smoked or grilled chicken thighs. For dessert, the rice pudding is the perfect way to end the meal!

My husband and I visited their lunch buffet. Tucked into the marina, this spot definitely had an old-school vibe. You have to go on a mini adventure if you park on the Barnes & Noble side of the lot, across bridges and up and down stairs. There's plenty of signage to point you in the right direction, or just like follow your nose.  The lunch buffet had two standard-sized buffet tables with lots of staples and a couple of their specialties. Samosas and pakoras, daal, saag, biryani, chicken mahkni, vegetable jalfrezi, and.....chili chicken?  There's Indo-Chinese (and Nepalese) on this menu too.  The star of the show was definitely the chicken mahkni -- the chicken was super tender and the sauce was rich and spicy (but not in the too much heat kind of way). We're talking rich and spicy in the way that your fingertips get a little bit stained because the naan bread is a vehicle not a shield.  They brought out hot, fresh garlic naan by request. They made sure to keep our water glasses full. The food was very good for the price, though we did have minor overindulgence tummy aches later.

They have a $16.95 Indian buffet off the water and it's super low key! Nice lil ambiance and no body was there when I went to pick up. I'll go back. Food smells good.

Kamal Palace just boosted my rating to 5 -stars! Our prior experiences at this restaurant were all buffet lunches. But tonight, we were craving Indian food for dinner and decided it was time to check out their menu offerings. The menu itself makes it really easy to order vegan since they are clearly marked. We started off with the Tofu Pakora which rocked my world! The crunch from the chickpea flour batter was so satisfying in both texture and flavor. There was also a bit of sauce sandwiched in between two pieces of tofu which added a bit more seasoning. This appetizer is a must-have for me! Upon first bite, I called this pakora my new favorite thing: https://bit.ly/44sgsz5 Veg Manchurian came with batter-fried cauliflower, carrot, and potato covered with a spicy-sweet saucy sauce. This came out sizzling hot on a bed of sliced onions and bell peppers. Peep the steam coming off of this dish: https://bit.ly/4bkgkDY Hubby couldn't resist ordering the Bhindi Masala. The okra was cooked down to a chewy texture which gave it a more heartier trait. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/kamal-palace-long-beach?select=1JXkQAq0mgzGZU7DaYH-jQ Tofu Matar with green peas had a good balance of spices while providing more protein to our veg-heavy meal. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/kamal-palace-long-beach?select=ZO25bTiDR4ecb3hIqkp8YQ Service was amazing! Friendly staff, helpful, and observant. Our server noticed that we ordered all vegan items. Then when Hubby ordered Garlic Naan, he took the initiative to let us know that the naan isn't vegan, and then suggested roti. I decided not to get the roti since our meal came with rice. So SO good! I look forward to more visits while working my way through their menu.

The lunch buffet is a good value. There's a variety of choices including both veggie and meat, all fresh and warm in the steam trays. I tried a small amount of most dishes on my first visit and found everything flavorful and enjoyable. It's a great option for groups as well.

It's been about 30 years now and this place still hits the spot. It's a little weird to get to (going downstairs from parking lot), the it's actually a little waterfront place in Long Beach. The best deal is their buffet. All their dishes are tasty and the garlic naan is a must. Keep up the great work, gentlemen!