Have you tried India’s Restaurant in Silver Lake? I’m not too experienced in Indian food but recently had lunch there and thought the food was quite good.
Warrior: I have eaten there a few times, including for dinner and the lunch buffet, though it has been many years. My thinking was that it was a solid restaurant with a North Indian menu that seemed copied and pasted from all the other Indian restaurants around the U.S., which isn’t necessarily a bad thing because those dishes can all be very good. I remember Yelpers seemed to love it, but I was never that fond. On the other hand, I remember liking it more than other Indian restaurants in that area (e.g., Agra). Anyway, it has been a very long time (eight years?). We will remember to try it again.
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Soriana (Saudi Arabian, DTLA)
Warrior: 5/10. We’ve ordered from Soriana, which used to have a different name that I forget, about five times. Every time, I hope that last time I ordered the wrong thing or it was a bad night for the kitchen, because the food shows some promise, and I’ve never had Saudi Arabian food outside of Thailand. But every time, the food is disappointing. They have three kinds of classic Saudi Arabian preparations of chicken (not even counting the shawarma)—how exciting!—but each is way too dry and bland. I did like the flavorful basmati rice tonight. The zaatar bread and the fattouch salad were just okay.
Peony: 5.5/10. The food was fine. The chicken was a little on the tough side. The flavor was a bit bland, especially in the middle bits. But the rice was very tasty and flavorful, and I even if it was cooked in the chicken’s broth to achieve such a result. Nothing wrong with all the dishes. I just feel they could be better.
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ROOTS Indian Bistro (Northern) - Melrose & La Brea
Speaking of Indian Food & Deliveries - A cold & rainy Monday seemed like a good day for Postmates… and hot, comforting curries seemed like just the ticket. 
Onion Pakoras (onions fried in chickpea batter) and Potato & Pea Samosas. Both Vegan.
Pakoras are probably better eaten in the restaurant. Samosas came nice & hot, w/a light, crispy wrapper (not greasy), savory filling. Tasty sauces. We like ’em. 
Chicken Vindaloo & Vegetable Korma
The Vindaloo sauce could’ve been reduced a little longer, but was flavorful and the chicken was very tender. My favorite was the Korma. I couldn’t really taste the raisins in the cashew-raisin sauce but it is still quite yummy!
Garlic Naan & Tandoori Roti (both $3 for two pieces)
I won’t judge the breads by delivery standards, but I liked the Naan best. 
Excellent pairing…
The curries came piping hot. The spice levels have a nice warm, slow building heat. You can order one or all four dipping sauces ($2 ea) for a flavor boost or more heat. I loved the spicy, dark green mint sauce. I do wish they used more eco-friendly or reusable packaging (yes, I’m that girl).
We would certainly order from ROOTS again and look forward to exploring more of the menu.
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Yes sir.
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I don’t know if I’ve ever seen you use any emojis b/f, let alone SEVEN!!! WILD!!!
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We had the same impression. Hubs is impressed with the chicken while I think it’s a little chewy, but did enjoy the flavors. We enjoyed a lot of Mizlala takeout during the lockdown and it’s a good place to meet friends in our hood.
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Peony: Thanks so much for sharing! The food looks really delicious! Looking forward to to trying them, too!
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Same. At Mizlala for me, it’s the Meatballs or go home. The Chicken Schwarma is also good… but hubs like to get the Pargoyot because it’s super healthy and goes well in the salad plate.
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See that would typically be me, but they use boneless thighs which I find too chewy a lot of times.
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Izakaya Bizan (DTLA)
Warrior: 7/10. This food is surprisingly good. The black cod (gindara), chicken tender skewer, and takowasa are my favorites. Great value.
Peony: 7.5/10. Loved all the dishes tonight.
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Over on CH, myself and one other poster (Mr. Taster?) praised the chicken at the old Compton location of Bludso’s, urging folks to not sleep on it. Ordering brisket at Bludso’s is sacrosanct, but that was the best BBQ chicken I’ve ever had. It was excellent.
EDIT: I should add that the order was both brisket and chicken, with some sides.
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Superfine
Peony: 6/10. Good quality pizza. Tasted healthy too, as it was light on salt and oil. Good crust, on the thinner side, for thin crust lovers like me. I would rate it higher if I were a pizza person.
Warrior: 6.5/10. I like Superfine, but I am not totally sold. This was one of those nights where the crust seemed a little too doughy and unimpressive. I’m happy that they added a new mushroom pizza recently. The salad was good.
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Intiraymi (Peruvian DTLA)
Peony: 7.5/10. Wonderful meal. Loved everything, particularly the soup and the rice. I’ve had really good experiences with Peruvian food. That makes me excited about visiting Peru one day.
Warrior: 7/10. Better than average Peruvian. I really like the parihuela (seafood soup). The arroz con mariscos is tastier than most versions. Quality food! Sorry Peony, I’ve already been to Peru, so I don’t see it in our future.
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Please do. It’s a wonderful country. Interestingly, I recommend everyone to time their visit to coincide with the Inti Raymi Festival in the Andes (around June 21-24).
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Little Dom’s
Warrior: 6.5/10. I’ve always liked Little Dom’s. It’s not as good as Jon & Vinny’s in the same genre (Italian American with a foodie bent), but it has its own garlicky charm. One year Jonathan Gold put it on his 101 list. Probably would only make my 202 list. Unlike Peony, I liked the very well-done spinach with lots of olive oil and garlic.
Peony: 6/10. Good food for delivery. The salmon was cooked well and had nice texture. To be honest, I didn’t quite appreciate the overcooked spinach, though I understand this is the traditional Italian style. I’m just used to eating at dente, lightly cooked vegetables that have their original flavor more preserved. Just personal preference.
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