Fitoor Santa Monica

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   Mobina

   VIP

   Washington DC

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 1, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We were here for NYE so it was a very lively atmosphere. There was DJ and a fire dancer (which is the usual entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights). I would categorize this as modern Indian cuisine. We had the Bronzino, lamb shank, chicken biryani, and the okra appetizer. Everything was delicious and thoughtfully prepared. Although the okra appetizer was probably more about the visual presentation since we didn’t taste any actual pieces of okra. However it was unique and flavorful. I would recommend this place for the ambiance and quality of food. But don’t expect big plates of traditional Indian food. This is more about the experience and trying a few small dishes. A great addition to the neighborhood! We will be back.
   

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   Reginald

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   18 reviews

   5.0

   18 reviews

   Dined on December 30, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food and the service were both outstanding. The flavors and spice level were perfect. This was our first time at Fitoor, but definitely won’t be our last.
   

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   Chris

   VIP

   Seattle

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on December 27, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Modern, light Indian with stunning flavor profiles.
   

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   Valerie

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on December 25, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My first time at this restaurant. Went on Christmas Eve. Service was excellent. Nice ambience . A very special evening as everything exceeded our expectations. Great bar selection. Delicious appetizers. Surprising flavors were unexpectedly delicious. Seabass and salmon were delectable. And the risotto -so creamy and flavorful. Be sure to leave room for dessert as well. This is billed as an Indian restaurant, and while there are many dishes that are Indian, there are many more that will surprise and delight you with their originality. Restaurant has been open less that a month and there were no shortcomings. I cant wait to return and try more dishes.
   

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   Eileen

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   24 reviews

   4.0

   24 reviews

   Dined on December 22, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Every single dish was absolutely delicious! We were 3 adults so we split 4 small plates and 2 large plates plus garlic naan. Flavors were complex and well balanced. Portions were generous, particularly the large plates—definitely could feed 3 people each. Only complaint was literally ear splitting level music. Loved the musical vibe, but it was very, very loud.
   

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   Don

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   100 reviews

   4.0

   100 reviews

   Dined on December 21, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   The food was amazing. Each dish had a distinct and delicious flavor and the portions were ample. The Bollywood disco bar scene (maybe because it was Friday night) added to the lively experience. Even if that is not your thing, go for the food.
   

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   James

   VIP

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 18, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Was awesome, highly recommend. Amazing flavors and spices.
   

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   Ronny

   London

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on December 16, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food . All four items were amazing. Waiters were very cordial
   

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   Polina

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   58 reviews

   5.0

   58 reviews

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A wonderful California fusion restaurant that creatively combines local ingredients with Indian-inspired flavors. Everything we tried was delicious, including the scallops, chicken kebab, and a few other dishes with traditional Indian names that I can’t recall but ordered based on their descriptions—and I thoroughly enjoyed them. The indoor area had a lively atmosphere with louder music, but we opted to sit outside on the heated patio, which was cozy, quiet, and perfect for conversation. An unexpected touch was a fire dancer performing impressive tricks as she moved between tables inside, though she didn’t venture to the patio, which was fine by us. The menu offers a nice variety of dishes—large enough to make us want to return and try more options we missed this time. I also appreciated that while the food was rich with Indian spices and flavors, it wasn’t overwhelmingly spicy, allowing the quality of the ingredients to shine through. A great spot for unique flavors and a memorable dining experience!
   

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    debbie

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    The staff was friendly and very conscientious. The food was absolutely delicious. Ambience was nice. It was a great meal and I look forward to going back soon.
    

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