Parus Indian Vegetarian Rstrnt

I took a good friend of mine who is a very particular diner, to Paru

I've introduced my friends and family to try the best vegetarian Indian restaurant in L.A. And everyone agrees that Paru's is quite exceptional! A friend of mine took me here back in 2004 and I fell in love with "Tanjore Double".

Pros: Atmosphere, service, vegetarian

Pathetic service coupled by rude attitude. We were 2 families and ordered 2-3 dishes. Most dished very pretty blend, asif they just boiled it and brought it in front of us except for Gobhi Allo, which looked decent in taste. However,

Pros: Worst Attitute and ill mannered

Cons: Full of drawbacks

Passing through the buzzer iron gates and somewhat dingy outer patio makes the cozy interior feel even more intimate. The two guys that run the show in the dining room are super friendly and helpful, and they serve you pretty fantastic

Pros: feel safe trying anything on the menu-- each dish will have at least a few things you'll love

Cons: going in a largish group can be hard to find a table, though the guys work hard to accomodate

I'm not a vegetarian, but a trusted vegetarian friend of mine gave this place her word. Still, the dinky outside kept me away a couple months until one night my boyfriend and I decided to dine at Paru's. What a treat! Don't judge a

Cons: don't have many traditional (well, what I know of Indian food from L.A. and London) curries

Wow.....now I never write these reviews, but the food at Parus is really amazing. The samosa's are delicious and theTanjure dinner is mind-blowing. Very good service (cute waiter too!)and a very relaxed scene. Parking is a bit of a hassel,

I lived up in the bay area for a while and fell in love w/ Indian food. Since moving south 4 years ago this is the first place that matched the traditional food I had up north. The Masala Dosa is excellent and a meal in itself. The

I lived accross the street from this place for years without realizing it was there... Similarly, people dining here for the 1st time often miss the entrance and walk right by (probably because it's gated and you have to be buzzed in). But

Pros: Tasty, healthy, authentic Indian food!

Cons: Can get packed

I stumbled upon Paru's while on a trip to Freestyle Photo, and it was the best discovery I have ever made. Literally a hole in the wall, you walk into a magical garden with umbrellas, fountains, colorful paper lanterns, decorative pillows,

Pros: Everything: food, staff, ambience- perfect!

Cons: nothing :-) (okay... maybe parking...)

Its the best hole in the wall ever. It's unassuming at first, but once you press that buzzard and the host lets you in, you step into a lush landscape and forget that you're in LA. The owner usually greets you at the door with the most

Pros: Service, Food, People

Cons: Street Parking

Paru's is like a trip to a small village in the south of India. The food is always wonderful regardless of the day or time of day. I visit here with freinds that say they hate vegetarian food and by the end of dinner they say "wow!!, I

theres something quasi-magical about paru's, it might have something to do with the contrast between the nasty location and exterior with the warmth and intimacy of the interior. something about being let in after ringing the doorbell

Pros: great food, intimate ambience, veggie friendly

Cons: bad location, limited menu options

The food at Parus is both delicious and authentic. The ambience is very low-key and welcoming. The dinner special are reasonable, great somosas! The night we were their Paul McCartney was in. High recommended.

Pros: Good Service, Great Food

Cons: Parking

First the place is good & nicely decorated. The service was good. The food was hot and was ready in reasonable time.

Now to the Food Part. It is completely different from South Indian. The food may be good for people who doesn't want any

Pros: Ambience, Service, Quick

Cons: Little Costly, Not Authentic

I spent a month in South India a few years ago, and this is by far the closest thing in the states to that I have found, (and I have looked). Even in NYC, where I am from, there are a few VERY expensive places in midtown that cater to

Pros: Wonderful food, authentic decor, incredible staff

Cons: small, confusing menu, only 1!

A wonderful hideway near Silverlake & Los Feliz.
The outside leaves you wondering but this is real diamond i n the rough. Authenic home-style south indian vegetarian dishes are served here. Its simple but delicious and leaves you

Pros: Healthy, Delicious, Inexpensive

Cons: , Busy

Don't let the caged outside scare you, Paru's may not be in a great area- but the food inside will make it worth the risk.

The dining room is very small, if you want room to stretch out, take a seat in the outside patio area.

The entrees

Pros: Intimate Environment, Great Value, Delicious Food

This place is a sanctuary! We dine here all the time, it's like coming home! The staff, waiter and owner really knows his/their business! The food is very, very good and very authentic!!! The place is very spiritual (very cozy and there's

Pros: ambience, professionalism, good food/service

paru's has easily become one of my favorite L.A. restaurants. this hole-in-the-wall restaurant is easy-to-miss, but i personally prefer it that way. it still unfortunately catches some hollywood fuzz, but for the most part, its aura is

Pros: authentic indian food, peaceful atmosphere, pretty outdoor patio

Cons: , tiny parking lot

One of the best waiters I have ever seen. Great food. I will recommend it to everyone who eats vegetarian food.

Pros: Service, Food, Price

Cons: Neighborhood

The food is amazing and is brought to the table quickly. The hosts and owners make you feel extremely welcome and remember you after only one visit. The ambience inside and outside is charming and inviting. The all vegetarian menu is

Pros: Excellent service, Inexpensive, Delicious food

Paru's is the best kept vegetarian secret in LA! They offer unique dishes like Masala Dosa...a kind of potoa and pea burrito with a scipy dipping sauce. Their Chana Masala is fantastic as are the samosa's Cannon, the owner remembers

Pros: great food, fair prices, friendly staff

Normally I go to restaurants for the food. Paru's offers so much more than good food. I sometimes find myself craving the serenity that I feel when I'm there. It has to do with the warm greeting we get from the waiter and his calm,

Pros: warm staff, delicious food, calming atmosphere

Cons: I don't live there!

Good place to go for vegan Indian food. The service, food, and ambience is good. The place is rather small, though, and is not in a great area, perhaps why you have to ring a doorbell to get in during the day.

My girlfriend is Indian,

Pros: Food, Service, Ambience

Cons: No Parking, Small

The portraits give a spiritual feeling to the place. It may be a good cultural experience for some. Or you can ignore the pictures and enjoy your food.

Pros: Tasty food, Inexpensive, Garden seating

Cons: Street parking

I discovered this hole-in-the-wall gem completely by accident, but what an amazing find. The food's great. The service is great. The prices are very reasonable. The only drawbacks I've noticed are that the dining area can get tight,

Pros: great food, great service, nice ambience

Cons: almost no parking, cramped dining

Paru's is quality indeed. The food, service, and atmosphere really cannot be beat. The only thing to keep in mind for new diners is that they serve southern Indian dishes here (so no staples of northern cuisine like malai kofta, bindi,

Has a nice decor, good host, good food. The only problem I have with this place is that the size of portions is too small. Authentic south Indian it is, but not is quantity. Ambiance is pretty good.

Pros: food taste, decor

Cons: quantity, value for money

A secret oasis cloaked behind iron gates on Sunset, you have to ring a doorbell to gain entry. Once inside, one is immediately taken by how surprising large the area is. This is not to say that it's huge, just that from the outside it

Pros: authentic food, good portions

Cons: no meat, parking can be tough