
BADMAASH Downtown LA
Quick info
About BADMAASH Downtown LA
BADMAASH Downtown LA is an Indian gastropub on W 2nd St in Los Angeles, set across two floors under high ceilings with marble-topped counters. The kitchen pairs street food staples like the Punjabi fish fry and butter chicken samosas with a chicken tikka poutine, an Indian-French-Canadian mashup that sits alongside the more traditional dishes. A projector runs an old Indian movie inside the dining room, and the menu runs to 48 dishes overall. Reservations are recommended, though a wait is common at peak times. The entrance is step-free for visitors with mobility needs, and both takeaway and delivery are available for those eating off site. The restaurant is open daily, drawing on a menu that also includes fish moilee and mussels curry alongside the burgers and beers.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- DietaryServes organic dishes · Serves vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
48 dishes · mains $4–34- PUNJABI FISH FRY$18.00
- SAMOSA - BUTTER CHICKEN$6.00
- SAMOSA - POTATO & PEA$6.00
- HALF INDIAN PICKLES$15.00
- ONION 'BHAJJIA' FRITTERS$16.00
- BADASS CHICKEN TIKKA$26.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention butter chicken samosa, chai, chicken tikka poutine and papri chaat.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention butter chicken samosa, chai, chicken tikka poutine and papri chaat.
Customer Review Summary
The butter chicken samosa draws the most consistent praise, its flaky crust and tender filling called out repeatedly as a highlight, with the papri chaat, coconut curry mussels, and chicken tikka poutine also earning fans, and the chai recommended often as a finish. Portion size and pricing are recurring complaints, with several describing curry bowls as tiny and single samosas overpriced, and multiple reviewers flag over-salted or under-seasoned dishes and inconsistent kitchen execution, from burnt starters to overloaded gravies. Service draws mixed reports too, from quick and attentive to being repeatedly ignored while trying to flag down a server. One reviewer describes a New Year's Eve visit where the kitchen closed minutes after seating and the bar shut early with no apology offered. Ambiance splits opinion between "chill and funky" and "like a warehouse," with one diner suggesting better lighting and proper water service. Regulars keep returning for standby orders like the Daal Tadka, while others describe rushing in just before closing and still being served a fresh, satisfying plate.
Customer Review Summary
The butter chicken samosa draws the most consistent praise, its flaky crust and tender filling called out repeatedly as a highlight, with the papri chaat, coconut curry mussels, and chicken tikka poutine also earning fans, and the chai recommended often as a finish. Portion size and pricing are recurring complaints, with several describing curry bowls as tiny and single samosas overpriced, and multiple reviewers flag over-salted or under-seasoned dishes and inconsistent kitchen execution, from burnt starters to overloaded gravies. Service draws mixed reports too, from quick and attentive to being repeatedly ignored while trying to flag down a server. One reviewer describes a New Year's Eve visit where the kitchen closed minutes after seating and the bar shut early with no apology offered. Ambiance splits opinion between "chill and funky" and "like a warehouse," with one diner suggesting better lighting and proper water service. Regulars keep returning for standby orders like the Daal Tadka, while others describe rushing in just before closing and still being served a fresh, satisfying plate.
Featured reviews
- San Atkins
“Food is good. But needs work on the presentation. Please dont serve water from wine bottles, get proper steel jars. I would suggest that you work on the decor, some better lightings especially with the high ceiling perhaps a beautiful chandelier in the middle. At the moment it looks like a warehouse. A restroom says a lot about a restaurant and I seriously think you should renovate your restroom and get rid of the red light. Your waiters should look more presentable, a black or white shirt for example.”
- Nikhil Chandra
“I ordered takeout/delivery from BADMAASH Downtown LA and it was an overall average experience. …”
- Aisha Thapa
“Please don’t listen to the negative reviews I absolutely loved this place, the food was amazing and our server was so sweet, They were accommodating and the service was quick We ended up loving every dish we ordered Butter chicken samosa was top notch, regular samosa was as expected Coconut curry mussels was our absolute favorite, fish moilee was flavorful Definitely order the rosemary naan Desserts were good, must order is the Alphonso mango 😊 Will be coming back for more”
- Ilhan Tanir
“I dropped by this spot literally 10 to 15 minutes before closing time. It was the only chance I had to stop by and try out this local, family-run Indian restaurant, so I ordered quickly to make things easy for the kitchen. I got a dish that came with plenty of potatoes, chicken, and a side salad. The chicken tasted incredibly fresh, and everything was delicious. I’m really glad I made it in, and I hope to head back at a better, more appropriate time—definitely not right when the staff is understandably ready to close up and go home for the night!”
- Vineet Sandill
“Okay AT BEST! Ok place to visit who like Indian food but don't eat it everyday/very frequently/want 100% authentic flavor palate. Butter Chicken was sweet (had read another review 5min before getting there so was too late to make alternate …”
Hours
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Highlights
“Indian gastropub serves street eats, burgers & beers amid high ceilings & marble-topped counters.”
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Has great tea selection
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for popular for dinner
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has no-contact delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
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- Serves vegan dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Serves comfort food
- Offerings· 8
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves late-night food
- Serves organic dishes
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Service options· 1
- Offers delivery
- Dining options· 7
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Highlights· 3
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Has great tea selection
- Atmosphere· 2
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Crowd· 5
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Transgender safe space
- Popular with university students
- Parking· 3
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Difficult to find a space
- Planning· 4
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Usually has a wait
Location
Indian restaurants near BADMAASH Downtown LA
- Cali Chilli4.62360.1 mi$30–50
vindaloo with saffron basmati rice, butter chicken pot pie, indian-american fusion dishes
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BADMAASH Downtown LA | 4.11,789 | — | $20–30 | butter chicken samosa, chai, chicken tikka poutine |
| Cali Chilli | 4.6236 | 0.1 mi | $30–50 | vindaloo with saffron basmati rice, butter chicken pot pie, indian-american fusion dishes |
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