The food, service and ambience - all were great! We had paneer tikka, dal makni, and malai kofta along with the kadai paneer. The quantities were decent and taste was delicious. We ended the meal with kulfi Falooda which was one of the best I have had in Bay Area. Two things that need to be improved: Aam Panna drink had too much sugar and felt artificial. And then Masala tea was lukewarm and taste was not good either.
Prabhjot G.
All dishes have my favorite Punjabi flavors. They kept it mild but tasty. Restaurant has adjoining banquet as well. Visited there couple of times and will come back.
Nalini N.
Food was excellent and the restaurant looking very elegant. Great location too. Services were excellent
Niyati S.
A good sit-down place in the Tri-Valley area! Their Chef special Tawa Paneer is a must try and their tandoor is very soft and fresh. We asked to make the paneer spicy and it was a 10 on 10! Their Starter Special (Dahi Puri) was a disappointment, but when we shared that with the staff they were very generous enough not to charge us for that dish. We did not try much, but we would love to go back and explore more options! Until then a 3.5 to this new Indian place:)
Vinod Hariharan
not sure if this restaurant -truly exists . Ordered twice on Uber eats and the order did not even get accepted and got cancelled
K V
Pretty good ambience and tasty food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chili Paneer, Ambala Chicken Curry
Sandor Nemeth
Awesome service ! With great food, my favorite is there naan bread but also the chicken Tikka masla, very comfortable atmosphere with the plants as well!Highly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Surya Teja
The food tastes fine. It could be better.The Manchow soup is tasty. The cheese kulcha and chicken Tikka masala combo tastes delicious.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Dheeraj soni
Refreshing new addition to fine dining indian food in east bay. Great food and service. Everything we ordered was just amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Desi Goat Curry, Chicken Tikka, Ancho Chili Paneer Tikka, Amritsari Fish Fry, Ambala Chicken Curry
stps
We had chicken appetizer, paneer curry and peru pyala. Everything was good, especially the chicken.Friendly staff and well maintained clean restaurant with a nice vibe.
Conveniently nestled in a bustling shopping area in Livermore, The Essence Redefining Indian Food offers ample parking and easy access for diners. Stepping into the restaurant, you're greeted with a clean, inviting atmosphere, adorned with perfect lighting and just the right ambience. The well-spaced tables ensure a comfortable dining experience. The staff is exceptionally friendly, and they even have party rooms available for private events Now onto the food! We started with the chili chicken, a tantalizing appetizer bursting with spicy, tangy flavors. The chicken itself was moist, encased in a crispy fried batter perfectly coated with the delightful sauce. Next up was the lamb, tender, juicy, and perfectly spiced--a true delight. And who could resist the butter chicken? Creamy, buttery, and packed with just the right amount of spice--a definite winner. Accompanying our main dishes were sides of fragrant basmati rice and garlic naan, both complementing our meal perfectly. While we wished the portions were a tad larger, every bite was a culinary delight. We can't wait to return and explore more of the menu offerings. With great food, impeccable service, and a stunning ambience,
Adilyne M.
I went here on a Tuesday night not knowing what to expect. The service, the food and the atmosphere blew me away! Must try!!!
Preet K.
I tried this restaurant in December and then again in January. Experience and service was okay but they charged my family of 5 with two infants and a young kid with "20% service charge for a big group". I paid them $20 extra tip because it's not about the money. But shame on them to sneak the charge for just two adults and infants. They should ask themselves what service they provided to my toddlers to earn the charge.
Kinjal N.
Seriously checks off ALL the boxes when it comes to an amazing restaurant much less Indian restaurant. I'm definitely a hard critic of Indian food and this left me speechless. All the apps, cocktails and main courses we had were just phenomenal. The food was fresh, flavorful and authentic. It's definitely the best Indian food we have had on the West Coast. Definitely give their paneer and chicken dishes a try and leave room for dessert! Everything is delish. They also have beautiful big and small banquet rooms in the back which accommodate about 400 or 90-100. They're new and pristine so if you need a place to host a party, contact them soon. The ambiance and fully stocked bar also feel like high end. Terrific! Keep up the great work! We look forward to many more visits.
Mandeep Kaur
We had best time at The Essence Indian restaurant in Livermore Ca. The food was super delicious, from aromatic spices to tender meats and flavorful curries, every dish is masterpiece. The staff were really nice and made sure we had a great time. If you want tasty Indian food , you should definitely check this place out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chili Paneer, Chicken Tikka, Gobi Manchurian, Amritsari Fish Fry
The food, service and ambience - all were great! We had paneer tikka, dal makni, and malai kofta along with the kadai paneer. The quantities were decent and taste was delicious. We ended the meal with kulfi Falooda which was one of the best I have had in Bay Area. Two things that need to be improved: Aam Panna drink had too much sugar and felt artificial. And then Masala tea was lukewarm and taste was not good either.
All dishes have my favorite Punjabi flavors. They kept it mild but tasty. Restaurant has adjoining banquet as well. Visited there couple of times and will come back.
Food was excellent and the restaurant looking very elegant. Great location too. Services were excellent
A good sit-down place in the Tri-Valley area! Their Chef special Tawa Paneer is a must try and their tandoor is very soft and fresh. We asked to make the paneer spicy and it was a 10 on 10! Their Starter Special (Dahi Puri) was a disappointment, but when we shared that with the staff they were very generous enough not to charge us for that dish. We did not try much, but we would love to go back and explore more options! Until then a 3.5 to this new Indian place:)
not sure if this restaurant -truly exists . Ordered twice on Uber eats and the order did not even get accepted and got cancelled
Pretty good ambience and tasty food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chili Paneer, Ambala Chicken Curry
Awesome service ! With great food, my favorite is there naan bread but also the chicken Tikka masla, very comfortable atmosphere with the plants as well!Highly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food tastes fine. It could be better.The Manchow soup is tasty. The cheese kulcha and chicken Tikka masala combo tastes delicious.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Refreshing new addition to fine dining indian food in east bay. Great food and service. Everything we ordered was just amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Desi Goat Curry, Chicken Tikka, Ancho Chili Paneer Tikka, Amritsari Fish Fry, Ambala Chicken Curry
We had chicken appetizer, paneer curry and peru pyala. Everything was good, especially the chicken.Friendly staff and well maintained clean restaurant with a nice vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Conveniently nestled in a bustling shopping area in Livermore, The Essence Redefining Indian Food offers ample parking and easy access for diners. Stepping into the restaurant, you're greeted with a clean, inviting atmosphere, adorned with perfect lighting and just the right ambience. The well-spaced tables ensure a comfortable dining experience. The staff is exceptionally friendly, and they even have party rooms available for private events Now onto the food! We started with the chili chicken, a tantalizing appetizer bursting with spicy, tangy flavors. The chicken itself was moist, encased in a crispy fried batter perfectly coated with the delightful sauce. Next up was the lamb, tender, juicy, and perfectly spiced--a true delight. And who could resist the butter chicken? Creamy, buttery, and packed with just the right amount of spice--a definite winner. Accompanying our main dishes were sides of fragrant basmati rice and garlic naan, both complementing our meal perfectly. While we wished the portions were a tad larger, every bite was a culinary delight. We can't wait to return and explore more of the menu offerings. With great food, impeccable service, and a stunning ambience,
I went here on a Tuesday night not knowing what to expect. The service, the food and the atmosphere blew me away! Must try!!!
I tried this restaurant in December and then again in January. Experience and service was okay but they charged my family of 5 with two infants and a young kid with "20% service charge for a big group". I paid them $20 extra tip because it's not about the money. But shame on them to sneak the charge for just two adults and infants. They should ask themselves what service they provided to my toddlers to earn the charge.
Seriously checks off ALL the boxes when it comes to an amazing restaurant much less Indian restaurant. I'm definitely a hard critic of Indian food and this left me speechless. All the apps, cocktails and main courses we had were just phenomenal. The food was fresh, flavorful and authentic. It's definitely the best Indian food we have had on the West Coast. Definitely give their paneer and chicken dishes a try and leave room for dessert! Everything is delish. They also have beautiful big and small banquet rooms in the back which accommodate about 400 or 90-100. They're new and pristine so if you need a place to host a party, contact them soon. The ambiance and fully stocked bar also feel like high end. Terrific! Keep up the great work! We look forward to many more visits.
We had best time at The Essence Indian restaurant in Livermore Ca. The food was super delicious, from aromatic spices to tender meats and flavorful curries, every dish is masterpiece. The staff were really nice and made sure we had a great time. If you want tasty Indian food , you should definitely check this place out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chili Paneer, Chicken Tikka, Gobi Manchurian, Amritsari Fish Fry