The Yellow Chilli by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor - Santa Clara, California

Prashanth P.

Amazing place and food ! We hosted baby shower here. Initially I was bit hesitant to celebrate an intimate event within the restaurant. But we couldn't have asked for more. It was a great choice. Food was amazing. Manager Vishnu and staff were very courteous and helpful throughout. We were given one portion of the restaurant to host the event. We did minimum decoration, we could cut cake, and host a few fun games for all guests. Highly recommend for hosting life events with your family and friends !!

Jimit P.

The food was just too good here! We had gone a few years ago when they first started but the food was not great . They have transformed the Menu and the food is really good now. They have many veg dishes in the Menu!!

Top Dishes
Appetizer
Dahi ke Kabab was super 😋. Comes with green coriander chutney

Harippa Paneer Tikka was average but had balanced taste .. the panner could have been more softer

Drinks
Peru Pyala = Average
Sweet lime soda= this was close to what you usually get in India. If you like more sweet then you should explicitly ask them to make it such

Main Course
Makhanwala Paneer = Very tasty and well balanced dish. Not too tangy not too sweet and just perfect balance of flavors and smooth gravy

Dal Makhani= i would also rate this high.. was quite good. Not too garlicky and works very well if you don’t prefer the strong garlic taste

Nizami Tarkari Biryani= I would say average

Dessert
Shahi Tukda = super yummy
Gulab e Gulkand= this was a big piece of gulab jamun filled with gukand ( jam made of rose petals)

Service= superb service. There was one of the senior Managers there named Vishnu. He was simply amazing in providing A+ grade service also g with other staff Sanjana!

yash M.

Food was definitely tasty, no doubt, but nothing spectacular in my opinion. Good service and great place for people who want to revisit good authentic Indian food.

Shailendra G.

Food is very good. Amazing. It’s expensive but worth the price.
Service is great too. Can be better.
However at least on weekends, dinner time it’s a fish market. They have tables arranged so close that it feels like you are sitting in some fish market.

Ie M. B.

They didn’t take reservations on the phone and we had to wait for 45mins although on the phone they said the waiting time to be 15mins. That ruined our mood a bit.
We ordered Paneer takatak, chicken biryani, murgh survedaar, Lalla Mussa dal with garlic naan, onion chilli paratha and lachcha paratha and shahi tukda for dessert. It took another 45mins for the food to be served. The food was good but didn’t match our expectations of eating at a celebrity chef’s restaurant. Wasn’t worth all the wait.

Murgh survedaar was good. The chicken was tender and juicy and well-seasoned.

Parantha and shahi tukda were absolute no-no (can’t call that a parantha). The shahi tukda was so dry that we had to ask for more rabdi.

But it was a good evening of love and laughter with friends.

Ritika D.

Everything about this place is just amazing. From food to service to atmosphere. Everything is amazing. The food is really good. Went there for my parents anniversary and they were also generous enough to bring a cheesecake for them to celebrate.
Their soup is a must try. Tomato basil shorba and veg monchow both of them are really good.
Overall definitely a place you wouldn’t mind spending money in bay area. Best indian food and best staff.

Akash D.

I had a largely enjoyable experience dining at this place. The authenticity of the food was truly commendable, with each dish offering rich, genuine flavors that transported me to their place of origin. The attention to detail in replicating traditional recipes was evident and greatly appreciated.

The dessert was top-notch and you must try any of the ones listed on the menu as it is truly excellent!

As for breads, I feel that the quality-to-price ratio could have been much better especially considering the how good the entrees tasted in comparison to its prices. The quantity and quality of the bread can certainly be improved upon but it is not a deal breaker at all and is just a small area that may need improvement!

Vaibhav S.

f you're looking for a place to enjoy delicious food, a warm ambiance, and impeccable service, this restaurant checks all the boxes. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with a cozy, welcoming atmosphere—perfect for a family outing.

The highlight of our visit was the food. Every dish we tried was a treat to the taste buds. The manager, Vishnu, ensured everything ran smoothly, keeping the service timely and attentive. His recommendations, especially their best dishes, were spot on, making the dining experience even better.

What truly stood out, though, was the personal touch from the owner, Pavan. He took the time to introduce us to the restaurant’s signature dishes, and they did not disappoint. The flavors were rich, and the portions generous.

And then there was the gulab jamun. Not only was it the biggest surprise in terms of size, but the flavor inside was absolutely delightful—something I’ll definitely be craving again!

This is the kind of place that makes you feel at home and gives you a reason to come back. I will certainly be returning, and I highly recommend it for anyone looking to enjoy a great meal with loved ones.