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Roots Indian Bistro

Name: Roots Indian Bistro
Address: 7265 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90046, US
Price range: $$

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Roots Indian Bistro is one of the best indian restaurants in Los Angeles for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Los Angeles.

Melrose Ave has long attracted the kind of creative restlessness that makes a neighborhood worth returning to, and Roots Indian Bistro reads as a natural fit for that current.

Editorial review updated•Jul 28, 2026

Melrose Ave has long attracted the kind of creative restlessness that makes a neighborhood worth returning to, and Roots Indian Bistro reads as a natural fit for that current. The room is reportedly intimate and bright — mural-like decor, floor cushion seating — sitting comfortably above casual without drifting into the territory where you feel watched. It's the kind of setup that makes a midweek dinner feel like a considered choice rather than a fallback. The menu positions itself at the intersection of Mumbai classics and an unmistakably LA sensibility, and the dishes that keep appearing in conversations about this place reflect that dual ambition. The Paneer Masala Fries — crispy fries loaded with paneer masala, onion, tomatoes, and cilantro — are widely cited as the entry point that wins over skeptics of Indo-fusion cooking, reportedly because the combination is grounded in actual flavor logic rather than novelty. Butter Chicken Tandoor anchors the more familiar end of the menu with apparent confidence. Malai Kofta and Rustic Chicken Curry are the dishes that signal the kitchen is serious about South Asian depth, not just surface-level appeal. Samosas round out the appetizer side and are consistently flagged as a table-starter worth leading with. At price level two, Roots covers a lot of ground for a Los Angeles Indian kitchen — reportedly accessible for solo diners and coherent enough to hold a larger group together. The kitchen runs until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, which makes it a practical late-dinner option on weekends when other kitchens have already shut down. Start with the Samosas and Paneer Masala Fries before the table commits to mains.

Priya Sharma, Dining Editor

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Moderate spend

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Los Angeles | 7265 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046, USA

Price

Moderate spend

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9.3/10

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Los Angeles | 7265 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046, USA

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“Roots Indian Bistro belongs in this indian guide because the catalogue classifies it as Indian, and documented menu highlights include Paneer Masala Fries and Samosas. Its city location at price tier 2 of 4 adds a distinct use case without relying on a duplicate chain listing.”

Dish highlight

Paneer Masala Fries

Crispy fries topped w/ paneer masala, onion, tomatoes, cilantro.

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Signature dishes at Roots Indian Bistro

Paneer Masala Fries

Crispy fries topped w/ paneer masala, onion, tomatoes, cilantro.

Samosas

2 goodies stuffed w/ potatoes, peas, spices.

Butter Chicken Tandoor

Tandoor-cooked chicken served in tomato saffron sauce.

Malai Kofta

Rustic Chicken Curry

Succulent chicken on the bone cooked 'low & slow' in tomatoes, onions, garlic, & aromatic house spices.

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What makes Roots Indian Bistro worth the move

Roots Indian Bistro looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Paneer Masala Fries and Samosas also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.8 rating across 13,359 Google reviews.

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9.8 from 13,359 Google reviews

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Indian in Los Angeles

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Moderate spend

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Date Night

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Google rating: 9.8 from 13,359 reviews

Price point: $$

Popular dishes: Paneer Masala Fries, Samosas, Saucy Wings

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9.8 from 13,359 reviews

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Editorial review by Priya Sharma

There's a certain confidence to a small storefront on Beverly that keeps its hours simple—noon to nine, seven days—and lets the fish do the talking.

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Address: 7265 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046, USA
Price: $$
TastyPals score: 9.3/10
Google rating: 9.8 (13,359 reviews)
Cuisine: Indian
Neighborhood: Los Angeles

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What cuisine does Roots Indian Bistro serve?

Roots Indian Bistro is a Indian restaurant located in Los Angeles, Los Angeles. Melrose Ave has long attracted the kind of creative restlessness that makes a neighborhood worth returning to, and Roots Indian Bistro reads as a natural fit for that current.

What is Roots Indian Bistro best for?

Roots Indian Bistro is best for date night. Roots Indian Bistro looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Paneer Masala Fries and Samosas also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.8 rating across 13,359 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at Roots Indian Bistro?

Roots Indian Bistro is in the Moderate spend price range ($$). Google rating: 9.8 from 13,359 reviews

What should I order at Roots Indian Bistro?

Start with Paneer Masala Fries, Samosas, Butter Chicken Tandoor and Malai Kofta. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is Roots Indian Bistro worth visiting?

Roots Indian Bistro holds a 9.8 Google rating from 13,359 reviews. Roots Indian Bistro looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Paneer Masala Fries and Samosas also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.8 rating across 13,359 Google reviews.

Where is Roots Indian Bistro located?

Roots Indian Bistro is located at 7265 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Is Roots Indian Bistro good for a date night?

Yes — Roots Indian Bistro is tagged for date night dining. Roots Indian Bistro looks like a good night-out option in Los Angeles because it reads polished without feeling overly formal. Paneer Masala Fries and Samosas also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.8 rating across 13,359 Google reviews.

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