The Red Dot Vegetarian Kitchen

I found this amazing place on my way to Los Angeles. The food was prepared fresh and delicious, with care. Unlike other restaurants that serve premade food, they cook from scratch when you order. Just make sure you call and order at least an hour ahead to give them time to prepare your food. We ordered Pakora and Red Elixir for starters. Vegetarian Thaali and Saag Paneer for the main course. It was so good. They serve good portion sizes. The staff are friendly. A lovely hidden gem in a national forest, with beautiful mountain views. I will make sure to stop here the next time I make the drive to LA.

It can be difficult to find good food on your journey down the grapevine. The Red Dot will make you happy and grateful that the winding road took you through this part of California! This place is an absolute gem. Well worth the 4 minute detour from the highway! The food was spectacular-you simply can’t go wrong. Healthy, hearty, and bursting with flavor, everything we had was exceptionally delicious. The wait can be long so call and order ahead, they’ll have it ready for you when you arrive. Don’t expect anything fancy from the atmosphere, though the decor is genuine, authentic and warm: a mixture of traditional Indian decor with American seasonal trinkets and lots of interesting house plants nursing their way through the winter season. The staff is so kind and the food is clearly prepared with all the love and care they describe on their website. Worth a stop on your way in or out of LA!

This restaurant is a total gem!! After hiking all day, my friends and I needed FOOD and The Red Dot delivered!! Huge portions of incredibly tasty nums! The menu is varied so that everyone in your party can find something they like. We shared a ginormous order of pakora (battered and fried veggies in a sweet chili sauce) which was incredible. I ordered Tikka Masala Curry with veggie chik'n which was out of this world. Everything here is incredible ~ this is a don't miss! I wish there was a The Red Dot by my house....

There are quite many Indian restaurants around LA and the Bakersfield region but not many can maintain quality with generous portions. Amazing location between mountains with a comfortable setup and light music. An easy detour of a few miles from US 5. Have been a visitor since 2019 every time I am traveling on US 5 between LA(or SD) and SF. Have enjoyed breakfast, lunch, and dinner without any disappointment. Duration: MOST OF THEIR PREPARATIONS ARE FRESH AND FROM SCRATCH. The food tastes amazing. However, the preparation also takes some time. Be prepared to spend at least an hour depending on the dish. Tip: If you are running short of time, give them a call 30-45 min before your arrival and they will have dishes prepared for dine-in or takeaway. (We called them at 6:30 am and breakfast was ready when we reached 7 am). Some of the food recommendations: 1. Bread pakora (a must) 2. Samosa 3. Savory pancake (too good) 4. Soya chaap (hidden gem) Last but not least, the friendly and cheerful staff!