5th Element

Hands down, this is the most upscale Indian restaurant I’ve ever been to. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere, presentation, and quality set the tone for something special. The buffet was next level—delectable, fresh, and thoughtfully curated. There was a plethora of vegetarian options (a huge win for me), and I loved how they had a live station churning out hot, fresh naan and other savory delights right on the spot. You could taste the freshness in every bite. What made this place shine for me was not just the variety, but the flavor and balance in every dish. I honestly can’t name a favorite—it was that good. Even the mint chutney, which I normally have to ask extra for, was self-serve and abundant. They truly thought of everything. The fresh fruit section and dessert bar were the perfect finish—offering unique Indian sweets I had never tried before. Every bite felt like a new discovery. If I had to mention one small takeaway (not a con, just a curiosity): I didn’t see mango pickle, which I usually love. But in its place was a red, peppery, vinegary side that ended up being just as delightful. In all honesty, this place is the 5th Element. A must-visit, whether you're coming for the buffet or a sit-down dinner. Highly recommend.

This restaurant has moved from a previous location into a little different space within the same shopping plaza. I have always been a big fan of the lunch buffet with this restaurant and this visit back to them since the new move did not disappoint. We had a great meal. Everything was delicious and the new place is very crisp and clean. We were at the lunch buffet, so our used dishes were taken away very quickly and our water glasses were always full, and our server was very nice. Love this place an to be back soon.

This was my husband and my second time having Indian food. We tried a lot of different items on the menu, and we were both very pleased! It was a great experience, the food was so good, and it was a nice place to sit while having our meal.

I highly recommend this place! The food is great, affordable, and the servings are big enough for the whole family. Kudos to our server too (Rohni), she was really nice!

Love the buffet here. There was no wait for a table, all the entrees were hot and fresh. Loved the self serve mango ice cream soft serve. Also, Patel Market is next door so it is a must stop when I am near Bay Meadows.