Reviews for Rita's Gate Of India in Santa Monica, CA
Today, I attempted to dine at Rita's Gate of India, but was denied service when (in addition to trying to dine) I asked to use... the bathroom. The host said, "The bathroom is only available for customers." I understand that is standard in most diningestablishments, and asked if I could order some food (and I was hungry btw). She said (again), "bathroom for customers only." Ilet it be known I "understand" and would "like to be a customer" and order some food. She said flat out, "not tonight...youdon't eat here tonight." I was taken aback while looking around at all the faces glaring at me. With that said, I politelyremoved myself from the restaurant. Now, more than ever, would be a good time for Los Angeles residents to come togetherespecially after what unfolded in city hall. This is an absolute disgraceful and unacceptable. I will be sure to spread the wordon how Rita's Gate of India treats their customers. I cannot help but to think if I were of a "lighter hue" would the outcome bedifferent. Read more
The food here is fantastic! I?m visiting my boys from New York where I can usually find pretty good Indian food. But Rita?s gate... of India has spectacular authentic Indian food. Rita does All the cooking and boy can she use her spices. She made us a dishoff the menu with lamb, coconut lime and Curry It was amazing! I know my boys will come here often but I can?t wait to visitagain.. Thanks Rita for a wonderful food experience!!! Read more
We adore Rita and her food! Absolutely THE BEST!!! Our entire family now needs to eat here once a week. Plus they are so sweet... to our whole family. Greet us like family. Enjoy! Read more
The food here is INCREDIBLE. Beautifully seasoned, complex, packed with flavor - the kind of food that makes you never want to... put your fork down. It may take a bit to get your food as the owner, Rita, runs the entire place on her own. It is well worththe wait. I can?t wait to come back. Highlights include: the samosas (huge, crisp, packed with delicious meat) and the chefsspecial curry (flavorful, spicy in just the right amount, a great combination of salty, tangy, spicy, sweet a truly beautiful toeat) Read more
I would say the best fresh indian food I had so far. The food was very delicious, it was worth the wait. The owner Rita was... really nice. I would give 10 out of 10 for food and service. Would definitely recommend visiting this restaurant. Read more
5 stars!! The food is absolutely delicious, service is great and a really clean and pretty environment! Definitely worth it and... I always have enough food for leftovers! Would recommend :) Read more
I visited this restaurant along with my friends on my visit to LA . We ordered chicken biriyani and aachari chicken with naan.... The biriyani was more of a tawa pulao but it was tasty, the acchari chicken was however way to sour in taste. Overall its adecent place to have indian food. The owner Rita is more than 70 years old and she puts a lot of effort in running this place. Read more
This is now my favorite Indian restaurant in the LA area. The service is top tier, food is beautifully cooked, and decor is... gorgeous. The owner is just the sweetest soul. Rita comes from a diverse background and you can taste it in the delicious foodshe cooks. 10/10 Read more