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Welcome to Electric Karma

At Electric Karma, vibrant flavors meet a cozy, inclusive atmosphere in the heart of Los Angeles' bustling 3rd Street. This vegan and halal Indian restaurant captivates diners with its innovative dishes, such as butter chicken fries and traditional samosas, all crafted with passion and precision. The menu celebrates Indian cuisine while accommodating diverse dietary preferences, offering vegan and pescatarian options. Known for its warm hospitality and intimate setting, Electric Karma is not just a dining spot; it's a culinary journey where bold spices and thoughtful presentation create lasting connections. Here, every meal is a celebration of love, flavor, and community.

LOCATIONS

Welcome to Electric Karma, a vibrant oasis of vegan and halal Indian cuisine nestled in the heart of Los Angeles. Located at 8222 1/2 W 3rd St, this appealing restaurant is the perfect blend of modern dining and traditional flavors, with a warm ambiance that invites you to relax and indulge.

At Electric Karma, the menu is a delightful journey through the rich tapestry of Indian flavors. From the crisp, tangy notes of Bhel Puri (puffed rice with chutneys) to the savory bliss of Butter Chicken Fries, each dish is thoughtfully crafted to tantalize your taste buds. The Samosas are a must-try, featuring a satisfying filling of spiced potatoes and peas.

  • Vegan and Halal Options: Whether you're vegan or prefer halal options, Electric Karma caters to diverse dietary preferences. The extensive variety ensures everyone finds something to relish!
  • Catering and Private Dining: Planning a gathering? The restaurant also offers catering services and private dining, perfect for special events.
  • Outdoor Seating: Enjoy your meal al fresco in their heated, covered outdoor area, ideal for romantic evenings or casual outings with friends.

The Tandoori BBQ selection features marinated proteins, grilled to perfection and infused with robust spices. The Spicy Shrimp and Lamb Tikka are particularly noteworthy, showcasing the chef's ability to balance flavor and heat. Pair these with the freshly baked Garlic Naan, and you're in for a treat.

The ambiance at Electric Karma is not just about the food—it's an experience. Reviewers have praised the friendly staff for their attentive service, contributing to an overall inviting atmosphere. The contemporary decor, paired with a full bar and happy hour specials, elevates this dining spot to a stage for unforgettable meals.

If you're in the Los Angeles area, Electric Karma promises an incredible lineup of vegan and halal Indian dishes, offering something for everyone—families, kids, and groups alike. Their commitment to quality, flavor, and a welcoming atmosphere ensures that every visit feels special.

So, if you’re searching for your next culinary adventure, head over to Electric Karma and immerse yourself in the unfolding flavors of India, right here in sunny California.

START YOUR REVIEW OF Electric Karma
Alex K.
Alex K.

First time actually having a sit down meal versus takeout. It's a cute restaurant along the fame 3rd St Blvd in Los Angeles. Location is great as there's tons of shops nearby as well as restaurants. The only downside, they have a small amount of parking in the back but the rest is street parking. Majority of the time they're all taking and side neighborhoods streets are permits. We looked around for a bit trying to find parking but no luck till we called to see if parking was available. The gentleman when answered told us they had parking and actually came outside to guide us to where the restaurant was as it hard to find in the dark. That was nice of him. There's a few space but normally they're all taken. Restaurant is cute, a main seating area as well as an outdoor dining area. It was covered but not sure if they open the top up during the day. They have a full bar with specialty's cocktails on hand. The menu consist of all your favorites Indian dishes. Spice level to your liking which is always great. Staff were very friendly which is a major plus. The samosas were excellent, served with two dipping sauce. Also had the butter chicken fries which was a first for me at an Indian restaurant. It's basically fries with butter chicken curry and topped with onions and cheese. Their version of a chili cheese fries. Also comes with paneer if that's your liking. The curries were great, butter chicken, lamb saag, shrimp saag all flavored well and spice level was great. Biryani was great a with chicken in the tomatoes base with rice. Everything was excellent. Drinks, food, service all were excellent. Full bar which is always good, they also have patio seating out front.

Stephanie S.
Stephanie S.

This is a great Indian restaurant right on a vibrant third Street. Parking is not easy as there is limited metered parking as well as residential parking a block away beware of the permitted hours. The restaurant decor is nice and gives an authentic field to the visit. Staff is excellent, very accommodating and friendly and attentive. Even when I wasn't sure how many attendees are in our group and I'm talking to Saturday night 7 PM reservation we were able to adjust easily. Food was delicious just the right portions. From the starter samosa, to the entrees OG chicken curry, the lamb tikka, bharta eggplant dish, rice and garlic nan, fabulous dinner. All dishes were delicious and everyone at the table seemed to enjoy the meal we will definitely return in the future as it is a regular go to Indian food eatery

Sam E.
Sam E.

I really enjoyed their Indian food! My office managers brought it in for my birthday lunch and it fully satisfied my craving for home-cooked style Indian food. The chicken tikka masala was delicious. The gravy was thick and rich. The chicken was soft and buttery. It tasted so good with the soft, nicely charred naan bread. I tried the chicken korma as well which is a bit less spicy than the chicken tikka masala but pretty similar. Their Aloo Gobi (cauliflower and potatoes sautéed with a turmeric-ginger spice blend) tasted fresh and perfectly spiced. I very much look forward to going there in person to get the full dining experience, but I have heard good things! Based on their delivery alone I am very excited for how good it will taste served directly to the table!

Katlyn D.
Katlyn D.

The warmth of the management is what made this place stand out. We had the chicken OG curry which was good 8/10, lamb tikka masala 7.5/10 and garlic naan 9/10. Love that most of their sauces/curries are available vegan. We asked for spicy for both and felt as though it was delivered medium...let us know if there is a secret phrase to use in order to turn up the heat. Looking forward to our next visit to try more options.

Francisco D.
Francisco D.

The butter chicken is really good! Service was good since we had a big group but the food was delicious. There was a lot of space inside and out to sit and I'd definitely recommend it if you're in the area.

Kristen G.
Kristen G.

This place has been my go to indian place for many years. It's super delicious. I also really love how they don't use nuts in their masala sauce as I have an allergy. They have a semi-open sitting area in the back. I just went today for dinner and Nick our waiter was so friendly and helpful.

Justin A.
Justin A.

Came here for dinner this past weekend and was blown away by how amazing their food and drinks are. Not only that but their entire staff was really great and attentive! Major shoutout to Lucky(the owner) and his son Harman for such exceptional service. Also I need to mention how beautiful the back part of the restaurant is! For food we ordered the butter chicken fries and samosas for appetizers, butter chicken curry, chicken tikka(sizzling plate), and 2 of their new mocktails that were insanely delicious. Honestly everything was a 10/10. Can't wait to return to try more of the food.

Joyce M.
Joyce M.

Husband and I had dinner here. The restaurant is so colorful and beautiful. Hi one the most prettiest Indian restaurants I've been to. Service was nice and friendly. Now we started off with the samosas they were extremely delicious and a nice good size creamy center. We also had their.bhel puri which is kinda like it gave me a rice cereal with rice, savory dish. It is so good. It was so unique. I've never had something like that. Highly recommend ordering it. We also got there tandoori platter , you could tell it was definitely homemade very flavorful. It had lamb beef, chicken, and shrimp. Now the only thing I do wish their butter chicken was with thighs instead of breast. But overall it's an ice place to check out and try their unique dishes!

Chris P.
Chris P.

If you're looking for a cozy place with a nice ambiance and excellent customer service, this is your spot. Street parking is available and wasn't too bad, but parking on a busy street can be a little overwhelming. There is also neighborhood parking, but I think it's limited to two hours. For appetizers, I had two stuffed samosas filled with potatoes and peas--super yummy and not spicy. The chicken masala with rice was delicious and creamy, and you won't be disappointed. This place is great for fun date nights and family dinners. I'll definitely be back!