Pippal

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4.3

51 Reviews

$30 and under

Indian

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Experiences are available.

Vegetarian-friendly
Innovative
Lively

Pippal is a Culinary Adventure Through India. Pippal celebrates the country’s many diverse culinary regions, in a fast and casual environment.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan, Vegetarian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(510) 607-8178
Website
http://www.eatatpippal.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
We would love to cater your next event. Contact us for catering menus. Visit our website for more details www.eatatpippal.com
Private party facilities
We would love to host your next event. Contact us for private dining menus. Visit our website for more details www.eatatpippal.com

Location
5616 Bay St #235, Emeryville, CA 94608-2408
Neighborhood
Emeryville
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Experiences

New Years Eve at Pippal
$65.00 - $85.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in the New Year with a curated regional Indian dining experience at Pippal, featuring live music to set the perfect mood. Choose from two packages: Package 1: $85 per person (includes food & drinks) Package 2: $65 per person (food only). Indulge in a specially crafted menu showcasing vegetarian and non-vegetarian delicacies, complemented by flavorful sides and a delightful dessert. Timing: 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Reserve your spot now!

FRYMS SAMPLER (PAPPAD)$14.00
Pippal Chutney Sampler | Masala Papadam Or Masala Fries
MOMO - VEG DUMPLING$16.00
Pan Shared Veg Momo | Chili Chutney
MINI IDLI$16.00
Mini Idli Pepper Fry | Gunpowder Podi | Curry Leaf Chutney
DAHI VADA$16.00
Dahi Vada | Papdi Chaat | Sali Potato | Anar Dana | Mint Chutney
CHICKEN 65$16.00
Gongura Chicken| Fried Coconut| Masala Chili
MOMO - CHICKEN DUMPLING$18.00
Pan Seared Chicken Momo | Chili Chutney
FISH AMRITSARI$18.00
Fish Amritsari | Crispy Fries | Mustard Aioli And Mint Chutney
MASALA FRENCH FRIES$14.00
ALOO TIKKI CHAAT$16.00
PRAWN PEPPER FRY$26.00

KEBAB

CHICKEN TIKKA TRIO$24.00
Chicken Tikka Trio
KEBAB - CHAPLI$25.00
Chapli Kebab | Ulte Tawa Paratha | Sirke Payaz
KEBAB - BURRAH$28.00
Burrah Kebab | Local Lamb Chops | Mint Chili Chutney
TULSI KEBAB$22.00
ACHARI PANEER TIKKA$22.00
SOLPA SALMON$27.00

PAO | WRAP

VADA PAO SLIDER$18.00
PANEER TIKKA ROLL$20.00
Achari Paneer Tikka Kathi Roll | House Salad | Masala Fries
ROLL - CHICKEN$22.00
Mango Chicken Kathi Roll | House Salad| Ketchup| Fries
BAJRA BATHUA SALAD$16.00
Gurda Kaleji Masala Fry | Shirmal | Onion Salad| Pao

RICE | BIRYANI

PULAO - MEAT DHANSAK$26.00
Meat Dhansak Pulao | Fried Onion | Crispy Bacon | Garlic Raita
BIRYANI - LUCKNOW CHICKEN$32.00
Hyderabadi Chicken Dum Biryani | Brown Onion | Garlic Raita | Salan
BASMATI$6.00
Steamed Basmati Rice
MOTI PULAO$24.00

MEAL | TIFFIN

KULCHA - AMRITSARI$24.00
Amritsari Kulcha | Pindi Chole And | Chili Achar
GUTTA CURRY$24.00
Bisi Bele Bhat | Vegetable Stew | Dahi Chutney | Papad And Mango Achar
BIRBAL KI KHICHADI$24.00
Sarso Ka Saag | Missi Roti | Makhan And Gur
LITTI CHOKHA$22.00
Litti Chokha | Eggplant| Tomato | Potato Chokha |Green Chili Pickle

MAINS | HANDI

BAINGAN BHARTA$22.00
Baingan Bharta (Eggplant)| Kurkuri Bhindi | Onion Tomato Masala
TAWA VEGETABLES$24.00
Himachali Madra Vadi | Yogurt Curry | Makhana
MAKHANI PANEER$26.00
Paneer Makhani | Local Organic Paneer | Smoked Tomato Cashew Gravy
DHABA CHICKEN KORMA$31.00
Chicken Korma | Roasted Egg | Potatoes | Onion Poppy Masala
BUTTER CHICKEN$30.00
Butter Chicken
MUTTON AHUA$36.00
Mutton Ahua | Sheermal Paratha | Ginger Sali
MANGO ALLEPPY FISH CURRY$34.00
Green Mango Alleppey Fish Curry | Coconut Milk | Galangal Ginger
BEEF RIBEYE$44.00
Beef Ribeye | Slow Roast Ribeye | Goan Spice Rub | Herb Potato
PEPPER CRAB MEAT$45.00
Crab Meat | Lemon Grass | Coconut
PIPPAL DAL$16.00
NAGA PORK BELLY$32.00

BREAD | SIDE

NAAN - PLAIN$6.00
Plain Naan
NAAN - CHILI$6.00
Chili Garlic Naan
LACCHA PARATHA$8.00
Laccha Paratha
BOONDI RAITA$6.00
Garlic Boondi Raita
MINT CHUTNEY$2.00
TAMARIND CHUTNEY$2.00
WARKI PARATHA$8.00
LEMON ONION CHILLI$4.00
BUTTER NAAN$6.00
CHILLI GARLIC NAAN$6.00
YOGURT DIP$2.00

SWEET | MEETHA

DAL HALWA$11.00
Boondi Rabdi
SHAHI TUKDA$11.00
Fried bread, rabdi

What 51 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pippal offers an exciting twist on Indian cuisine, with dishes described as "amazingly delicious" and "unique." Guests praise the "excellent" food and attentive service, highlighting dishes like Prawn Pepper Fry and Butter Chicken. The creative cocktail menu and inviting ambiance make it a must-visit for adventurous diners seeking a delightful experience.

51 Reviews

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Supriya
San Francisco
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Maybe it was an off night but they had only one server for the entire section and the food quality was below average. They were clearly struggling and were under staffed
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Sangeeta
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Went there for dinner. We sat inside and it was too cold. Everyone seated inside were wearing their outdoor jackets. The folks sitting outside had heat laps near by and were probably warmer.
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Suko
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and we enjoyed exploring dishes we had never had or even heard of before. The waiter was patient, friendly, and knowledgeable, and made sure we were well informed on any usual aspects of a dish (like the Litti Chokla being very dry by design). The prawn pepper fry were fantastic, and the mutton ahua was so spicy but so good. The bread under the beef rib eye really needs to be cut with kitchen shears and not a steak knife, but it's so good (soaking up all the yummy steak flavors) that I have ordered it every time I eat here. The cocktails were lovely.
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Rashi
VIP
Dallas
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The food here is overpriced. The silverware and plates were worn out and had stains. Food taste was ok. The restaurants was extremely cold inside (Dec time) and when asked the server to turn on heat she denied claiming kitchen gets very hot in the back and we can’t have heat on. They don’t value the customer! There were mosquitoes flying inside! The naan looked deep fried and was very stretchy. It’s definitely overhyped and not worth the money. Will not recommend this to anyone.
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Jean
VIP
San Francisco
683 reviews
5.0
683 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A good waiter is essential to truly experience Pippal. This is NOT your neighborhood 'curry joynt' and if you restrict yourself to "old reliables", you will be missing out on dishes absolutely unique in the EBay! Indian cuisines/fusion are some of the finest in the world and Pippal is your chance to expand your culinary tastebuds beyond the 'same old, same old'. The Prawn Pepper Curry, Masala Mini Idli, Masala [French] Fries, Achari Paneer Tikka, Meat Dhansak Pulao and Chicken Dak Bungalow are some of the remarkable dishes we've had in our 4 visits. Order the beef rib-eye medium-rare; the baked bread underneath (the steak is whole, not sliced; atop the bread) is crusty but delicious together (ask for extra steak knives!). Note that current desserts are best shared by 2-4 people. Also, the new menu (on the back page) lists 3 levels of prix fixe dinners: the prices listed are PER PERSON, to be ordered by a group. Again, be guided by the waitstaff; if you love spicy food be sure to tell them!
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Rugved
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience, the vibe is really good and food is to die for. Our server was super friendly and gave us great recommendations.
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Erin
Central Coast
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service at Pippal is excellent! Our waiter was AMAZING!! He is so sweet and makes your dinner feel like an event.
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Michelle
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was amazing but service is slow so be prepared for that.
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Pratima
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Overall overpriced for subpar service and just ok food. I did not find the food amazing or delicious and presentation was ok. They are trying to set a new precedent for Indian food but they have a long ways to go. I reserved the table for my husband’s birthday and specified on the reservation and then mentioned to the staff later when I got there too but they did not seemed to care. May be they should stop asking that question if they don’t want to help us celebrate special events there. There was never an introduction from a server and he started by saying “that part is for party of 6 or more” indicating we were looking into wrong part of the menu. Our order was placed wrong and I never heard server apology “ oh yeah you did ask for goat” The server was quick to take back the wrong food and said “ it does not take too long to make new food” Over all the service was very subpar lacking service training, warmth and hospitality. Food ordered at same time arrived at different times. IMO Just plating the food in fancier plates don’t make a restaurant fine dining, there is a service component. Had worked in service industry for long enough to know this is just another Indian restaurant trying to appear fancy, up charge for their location and ambience but in core still operating in older mindsets.
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Abha
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The drinks, small plates, and desserts were excellent! The main dishes were pretty good. Our server was charming, funny, and attentive!
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Pippal offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 607-8178.

Pippal is rated 4.3 stars by 51 OpenTable diners.