Reflecting the eclectic scene of Old Pasadena is this authentic Indian eatery. Ingredients are fresh, and flavors are bold without depending on overpowering spiciness. Start with the bhel puri, a savory puffed rice-and-potatoes dish. In addition to meat curries and tikkas, there are many vegetarian selections and some hard-to-find items such as the burritolike frankies, a favorite Bombay street food. The prices are as palatable as the meals: a full lunch still costs less than $10.
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