Pepper Tales - Halal Indian Restaurant in San Jose in San Jose, CA

4.1(949)$20–30San Jose, CA
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Good value

Rated 4.1 stars based on 949 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Casual dining

Not ideal for

  • Romantic dinners
  • Quiet atmosphere

At a glance

San Jose, CA • Price $20–30 • 4.1★
Pepper Tales - Halal Indian Restaurant in San Jose is an Indian buffet located in San Jose, CA. This restaurant has a rating of 4.1 stars based on 949 reviews. They offer dine-in, no-contact delivery, and takeout services. The price range is between $20 and $30. Visitors can find operating hours and website information for this establishment. This Indian buffet provides a dining option in San Jose.

Good to know

  • Pepper Tales - Halal Indian Restaurant in San Jose has a listed address in San Jose, CA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.1-star rating from 949 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
498 N 13th St, San Jose, CA 95112, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 947-2030
Today
11 AM–3 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.1 (949 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

💰Great value for families

Generous portions at reasonable prices

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

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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.

Trusted Rating

👍 4.2 weighted · 949 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.1 from 949 reviews(↑ 0.08 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median949 / 534 median
02,670 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
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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 (4.32) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 2670+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
11 AM–3 PM
monday
11 AM–3 PM
saturday
11 AM–3 PM
sunday
11 AM–3 PM
thursday
11 AM–3 PM
tuesday
11 AM–3 PM
wednesday
11 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 parking lot Wheelchair accessible restroom Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Limited vegetarian optionsValidated parking

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual Cozy

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Dine_inNo_contact_deliveryTakeoutDelivery

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

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Accepts reservations

Reviews

949 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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What is the rating of Pepper Tales - Halal Indian Restaurant in San Jose?

Pepper Tales - Halal Indian Restaurant in San Jose has a 4.1-star rating based on 949 customer reviews.