Ajanta - Berkeley

We were attracted by Ajanta's slightly unique menu (a few items were influenced by Afghan cuisine), and went there for our anniversary. The Alu Tikki, Machi Dil... read more We were attracted by Ajanta's slightly unique menu (a few items were influenced by Afghan cuisine), and went there for our anniversary. The Alu Tikki, Machi Dilwala, Karahi Gost, and Lam Boti Kabab were really good. Loved the decor. High quality food at a very reasonable price. The restaurant has been around for 32 years (multiple owners) and the staff were greeting some repeat patrons. It seemed to be well liked by the clients in this really nice neighborhood.

Can't say enough about this restaurant. From beginning to end we sampled many dishes. After each I would say . This is the best food I've ever had. I can't wait... read more Can't say enough about this restaurant. From beginning to end we sampled many dishes. After each I would say . This is the best food I've ever had. I can't wait to return and order other selections. The owner and staff so attentive and gracious. They brought me plate while I was waiting. Great place.

The maitre d ' was quite helpful in understanding the various dishes. We were there on a Friday night but still got plenty of attention from the maitre d ' and... read more The maitre d ' was quite helpful in understanding the various dishes. We were there on a Friday night but still got plenty of attention from the maitre d ' and the rest of the wait staff. The restaurant was not too noisy, so conversations were easy to understand. We started with the papadam which came with a mint-cilantro sauce. We also split an appetizer of tandoori scallops. The papadam was very fresh and crispy but a little too salty. The scallops were undercooked (as usual, but we had asked that they be cooked more towards medium . The sauce accompanying the scallops was very bland, having almost no taste at all. We got a glass of the Edelzwicker wine, which is a not-too-sweet blend of riesling, gewurz and pinot gris. That is a good complement to the spicy entrees. Our main entrees were Chicken Tikka Masala the Chicken Biriyani. We had asked for a mild version of the biriyani but it was still pretty peppery. The raita helped lower the spice heat though. The chicken tikka masala was milder but the chicken itself was a little bit dry. The plain naan was very fresh and was a good way to get the last bits of the masala sauce.

We came with group of 13 ppl on Wednesday night.We ordered portobello mushroom, Lamb chops, Tikka Masala and Naan. Everything was so delicious. Our group really... read more We came with group of 13 ppl on Wednesday night.We ordered portobello mushroom, Lamb chops, Tikka Masala and Naan. Everything was so delicious. Our group really enjoyed the atmosphere and the service. We will surely be returning again. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 read more Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5