Punjab Cafe in San Jose, CA

4.1(1,222)$20–30San Jose, CA
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Good value

Rated 4.1 stars based on 1222 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals
  • Budget dining

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers

At a glance

San Jose, CA • Price $20–30 • 4.1★
Punjab Cafe is an Indian buffet located in San Jose, CA. Situated in the Downtown San Jose neighborhood, this establishment offers curbside pickup, dine-in, and no-contact delivery options. With a price range of $20–30, Punjab Cafe has earned a rating of 4.1 stars based on 1222 reviews. The restaurant provides hours, a website, and a phone number for customer inquiries. This buffet is a dining option in San Jose for those seeking Indian cuisine.

Good to know

  • Punjab Cafe 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 1,222 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
322-324 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown San Jose, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 295-5470
Today
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.1 (1,222 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

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Before you go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

Not the Fastest

Score 25/100 · 2 positive signals
Quick bite score25/100
Speed signals
0/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
5/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • 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 · 1,222 reviews
4.2weighted · raw 4.1 from 1,222 reviews(↑ 0.07 from raw)
Highly Trusted
Review volume vs. city median1,222 / 534 median
02,670 (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 (4.32) 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
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
monday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
saturday
12–9:30 PM
sunday
12–9:30 PM
thursday
11:30 AM–9:30 PM
tuesday
11:30 AM–3 PM
wednesday
11:30 AM–9:30 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
Vegan optionsLimited vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleAccepts credit cardsAccepts Android PayAccepts Apple Pay

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual QuietGood for groupsGood for kids

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Curbside_pickupDine_inNo_contact_deliveryDeliveryTakeoutReservations

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
 Live music

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Accepts reservations

Reviews

1,222 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the rating of Punjab Cafe?

Punjab Cafe has a 4.1-star rating based on 1222 customer reviews.

Where is Punjab Cafe located?

Punjab Cafe is located at 322-324 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113, Downtown San Jose, San Jose, CA.