Mela Tandoori KitchenKind of stark but clean decorKind of stark but clean decor in an odd location off Van Ness. The night we were there they were getting ready for a private party so was not crowded so no idea about noise level when they are full. Very friendly service and excellent food. Not a place to go for good wine or beer but great location if you are going to ballet/opera or concert and very reasonably priced. Would definitely go there again.4/26/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat first time at mela tandooriThe chicken tikka masala was super good. The mixed tandoori was also pretty good. I liked how the chai tea was sugarless and we got to add as much sugar as desired. The service was really good, and the waiter confirmed that we had an opentable reservation. This wa especially nice since the ladt couple times I've made a reservation from opentable I didn't get credit. We found parking like right away too! We will be back again!4/17/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food is excellent. ServiceThe food is excellent. Service supportive. Looking forward to a return visit4/16/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat mealThis was our second dinner here and it was as good as the first. Excellent chicken tikka masala and tandoori chicken. Love the fragrant naan and rice. The service is exceptional. We will return again.4/13/2013 12:00:00 AMI've been here for the LunchI've been here for the Lunch Buffet with co-workers, a casual dinner with friends.and most recently an event with a big group. Every time the experience is outstanding. This is my favorite Indian restaurant in the city. Everyone at the event agreed the food was top notch! The staff was flexible about accommodating our group and the service was excellent. Highly recommended this restaurant to anyone for any occasion.3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMGood restaurant, very good serviceI'm not an expert of Indian cuisine, but I have found everything delicious. Probably the choice of dishes was not wide as in other restaurants, but that's ok for the price of everything.3/15/2013 12:00:00 AM