BADMAASH Downtown LA in Los Angeles, CA

4.1(1,799)$20–30Los Angeles, CA
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Good value

Rated 4.1 stars based on 1799 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers
  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

Los Angeles, CA • Price $20–30 • 4.1★
BADMAASH Downtown LA is an Indian buffet located in the Civic Center neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. This establishment has earned a rating of 4.1 stars based on 1799 reviews. The restaurant offers dine-in service, no-contact delivery, and takeout options. Its price range is between $20 and $30. Visitors can find hours, website, and phone information for BADMAASH Downtown LA. This buffet provides a dining experience in downtown Los Angeles.

Good to know

  • BADMAASH Downtown LA has a listed address in Los Angeles, CA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.1-star rating from 1,799 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include takeout.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
108 W 2nd St APT 104, Los Angeles, CA 90012, Civic Center, Los Angeles, CA
Phone
(213) 221-7466
Today
11:30 AM–3 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.1 (1,799 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

⚡Quick service

No long waits

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Before you go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Not the Fastest

Score 42/100 · 4 positive signals
Quick bite score42/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
12/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Moderate pricing
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 33/100 · 3 positive signals
Full night out score33/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
8/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Karaoke and nightclubs nearby
  • Cinema within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

✅ 4.1 weighted · 1,799 reviews
4.1weighted · raw 4.1 from 1,799 reviews
Highly Trusted
Review volume vs. city median1,799 / 387 median
01,935 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.1) with the city average (4.31) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1935+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

1 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
11:30 AM–3 PM
monday
11:30 AM–3 PM
saturday
12–10 PM
sunday
12–10 PM
thursday
11:30 AM–3 PM
tuesday
11:30 AM–3 PM
wednesday
11:30 AM–3 PM

Pricing

Price range $20–30
Price range$20–30

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible restroom Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Vegan optionsLimited vegetarian optionsAccepts credit cardsAccepts Android PayAccepts Apple PayModerate noise

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual Cozy TrendyClassyGood for kidsGood for groups

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Dine_inNo_contact_deliveryTakeoutReservationsDeliveryCatering

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
 Credit cards Debit cards N F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
 Fast service Great tea selection Serves local specialty

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Brunch reservations recommended Lunch reservations recommended Dinner reservations recommended Accepts reservations Usually a wait

Popular Dishes

9 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Chicken Tikka Poutine$19.00315 mentions
  • Chicken Tikka Masala$27.00239 mentions
  • Ghost Chili Lamb Vindaloo$29.00153 mentions
  • Saag Paneer$24.00135 mentions
  • Slow Cooked Beef Short Rib$34.00104 mentions
  • Badass Chicken Tikka$26.0066 mentions
  • Badmaash Fried Chicken$22.0065 mentions
  • Channa Masala Poutine$17.0061 mentions
  • Goan Pork Curry$26.0046 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Reviews

1,799 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Common answers about this buffet

What is the rating of BADMAASH Downtown LA?

BADMAASH Downtown LA has a 4.1-star rating based on 1799 customer reviews.

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A vibrant food district with diverse eateries, cafes, and cultural landmarks.

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Travel & Tourism
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Miscellaneous Services
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Cinemas

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Cinema

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Gallerys

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Continental Gallery

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Fifty/ 24LA Gallery

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Theatres

Grauman's Million Dollar Theatre

Theatre

~0.2 mi
Merced Theatre

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~0.5 mi

Community Centres

J-Town Senior Connection

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Arts Centres

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United States Post Office

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Citigroup

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Atms

Bank of the West

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Fast Food

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Bakerys

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Bakery

413 South Main Street

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Bakery

123 Japanese Village Plaza Mall

~0.3 miFr,Sa 08:00-20:00; Mo-Th 08:00-19:00; Su 08:00-19:30
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Cafes

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Cafe

350 South Grand Avenue

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Dentists

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Ronald F. Deaton Civic Auditorium

Events Venue

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Fountains

Frank Putnam Memorial Fountain

Fountain

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Marketplaces

Los Angeles Mall (closed forever)

Marketplace

201 North Main Street

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Nightclubs

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350 S Grand Ave

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Florists

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Supermarkets

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Supermarket

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street

~0.2 miMo-Th,Su 08:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 08:00-22:00
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Little Tokyo Market Place

Supermarket

333 South Alameda Street

~0.6 miMo-Su 08:00-22:00
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