Hidden gem in Los Angeles named the best Indian restaurant in America

The best Indian restaurant in American isn’t tucked away in a trendy Los Angeles neighborhood or a Michelin-starred hotspot.It’s hiding in plain sight beside a truck stop off Interstate 5.LA Indian Cuisine, an unassuming counter-service eatery in Castaic, about 40 miles north of downtown Los Angeles, has been crowned the number one Indian restaurant in the entire country by Yelp reviewers, beating out celebrated establishments from New York City to San Francisco.The biggest news, opinion and culture shaping California right now.

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Never miss a story It’s perched right off the highway in what’s known as the final pit stop before haulers and road-trippers tackle the steep climb over the Tejon Pass into the Central Valley.LA Indian Cuisine snagged the coveted top spot on Yelp’s inaugural list of the 100 best Indian restaurants in the United States, released Oct.

29.While California’s restaurant scene is no stranger to national accolades, the unlikely winner proves that some of the Golden State’s best food can be found far from its glitzy dining destinations.Located on Castaic Road, LA Indian Cuisine has racked up more than 500 five-star Yelp reviews, with customers raving about its enormous portions, flavorful curries, friendly service and complimentary cups of steaming chai.The restaurant is known for everything from creamy butter chicken and chicken tikka masala to saag paneer, aloo gobi and tofu coconut curry.

Its casual, no frills setup is a far cry from the white tablecloth restaurants that often dominate national best-of lists.Customers order at the counter, and meals appear to be frequently served in takeout containers — making the spot particularly convenient for travelers looking for something more than fast-food fare.But the food is worth pulling off the highway for, according to diners.�...