The Mynt in San Jose, CA

4.0(893)$20–30San Jose, CA
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Good value

Rated 4.0 stars based on 893 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

At a glance

San Jose, CA • Price $20–30 • 4.0★
The Mynt is an Indian buffet located in San Jose, CA. With a rating of 4 stars from 893 reviews, this establishment offers dine-in service, no-contact delivery, and takeout options. The price range is between $20 and $30. The Mynt provides an opportunity to experience Indian cuisine in the San Jose area. Visitors can find it at 5210 Prospect Rd, San Jose, CA 95129.

Good to know

  • The Mynt has a listed address in San Jose, CA, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.0-star rating from 893 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
5210 Prospect Rd, San Jose, CA 95129, San Jose, CA
Phone
(408) 973-9673
Today
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.0 (893 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

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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

👍 4.1 weighted · 893 reviews
4.1weighted · raw 4.0 from 893 reviews(↑ 0.12 from raw)
Trusted
Review volume vs. city median893 / 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 (4.0) 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.

Photos

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
monday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
saturday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
sunday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
thursday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
tuesday
11:30 AM–2:30 PM
wednesday
11:30 AM–2:30 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 accessibleAccessible parking near entranceADA-compliant main entranceADA-compliant restroom

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual CozyClassyGood for groupsGood for kids

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Dine_inNo_contact_deliveryTakeoutReservationsDeliveryOutdoor Seating

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

Popular Dishes

10 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Butter Chicken$19.95113 mentions
  • Chicken Tikka Masala$19.9551 mentions
  • Tandoori Chicken$19.9551 mentions
  • Lasooni Saag Paneer$18.9535 mentions
  • Organic Tariwala Chicken Curry$19.9526 mentions
  • Chicken$14.9518 mentions
  • Madras Fish Curry$19.9511 mentions
  • Nilgiri Paneer Tikka Shashlik$19.959 mentions
  • Patiala Shahi Goat Curry$19.958 mentions
  • Raita$4.958 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

68 items with prices
  • Palak & Dal Shorba$9.95

    Spinach and lentil spiced soup

  • Palak Chaat$14.95

    Crispy baby spinach / sweet yogurt / tamarind chutney

  • Kaffir-Lime & Mango Bean Sprout Salad$10.95

    Mango / bean sprout / peppers / chili Kaffir-lime vinagrette

  • Chicken 65$14.95

    Deep fried chicken / ginger / garlic / red chili / black pepper

  • Aloo Green Peas Samosas$12.95

    Spiced potato / green peas

  • Chili Kaffir-Lime Calamari$18.95

    Calamari / coconut / Kaffir-lime leaf

  • Gobi Florets Manchurian$14.95

    Cauliflower / Manchurian sauce

  • Malabari Shrimp$18.95

    Tiger shrimp / fennel / black pepper / curry leaf

  • Chowpatty Ragda Patties Papdi Chaat$14.95

    Spicy aloo tikki / chole / chutneys / spices

  • Tandoori Salmon Tikka (4 pcs)$29.95

    Salmon / Kashmiri chilis / cinnamon / black pepper

  • Mutter Pudina Tikki$14.95

    Green peas/mint/goat cheese

  • Tandoori Gobi$18.95

    Cauliflower / yogurt / spices

  • Nilgiri Paneer Tikka Shashlik$19.95

    Paneer cheese / bell peppers / shallots / mint chutney

  • Tandoori Chicken$19.95

    Chicken / yogurt / lemon / tandoori spices

  • Lamb Seekh Kebab$19.95

    Minced lamb / fresh spices

  • Anar Dahi Murgh Makhmali Tikka$19.95

    Chicken breast / yogurt / cream / mild spices

  • Adraki Lamb Chops$34.95

    Rack of lamb / yogurt / mint / aromatic spices

  • Peshwari Chicken Tikka$19.95

    Chicken / yogurt / ginger / garlic / fenugreek

  • Chicken Reshmi Kebab$19.95

    Minced chicken / ginger-garlic spices

  • Tandoori Salmon Tikka (4 pcs )$29.95

    Salmon / kashmiri chilis / cinnamon / black pepper

  • Organic Tariwala Chicken Curry$19.95

    Organic chicken / caramelized onion / tomato / blend of spice

  • Mynt Lamb Shank Vindaloo$29.95

    Braised lamb shank / hot and spicy sauce / zeera aloo

  • Butter Chicken$19.95

    Chicken / butter / creamy tomato sauce

  • Kali Mirch Kadhai Jheenga$24.95

    Tiger shrimp / black pepper / onion / bell peppers

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

893 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the rating of The Mynt?

The Mynt has a 4.0-star rating based on 893 customer reviews.

Where is The Mynt located?

The Mynt is located at 5210 Prospect Rd, San Jose, CA 95129, San Jose, CA.

How much does The Mynt cost?

The Mynt is budget-friendly. The price range is $20–30.

Is The Mynt good?

The Mynt is well-rated with 4.0 stars from 893 reviews.

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Place Of Worships

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Place Of Worship

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~0.4 mi

Post Offices

The UPS Store

Post Office

5273 Prospect Road

~0.1 miMo-Fr 08:00-18:00; Sa 09:00-17:00; Su 10:00-15:00
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Banks

Chase

Bank

1725 Saratoga Avenue

~151 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-14:00; Su closed
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1730 Saratoga Avenue

~370 ft
Bank of America

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1695 Saratoga Avenue

~428 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-16:00
+1-408-725-4200Website
Citibank

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Prospect Road

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Poppy Bank

Bank

5377 Prospect Road

~0.2 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa-Su off
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Bank

1494 Saratoga Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00
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Restaurant

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~42 ft
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Pho Kitchen

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Cafes

TaoTaoTea

Cafe

18472 Prospect Road

~225 ftMo 12:00-19:00; Tu 12:00-16:00; We 12:00-19:00; Th 12:00-16:00; Fr-Su 12:00-19:00
+1-408-406-6780Website
Philz Coffee

Cafe

~0.1 miMo-Fr 06:00-17:00; Sa-Su 06:00-17:30
+1-408-669-2840Website
Peet's Coffee

Cafe

~0.1 mi
Formosa Aroma

Cafe

5205 Prospect Road

~0.1 miMo-Su 11:00-22:00
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Ceré Tea

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18568 Prospect Road

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Starbucks

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+1 408-446-1062Website
Starbucks

Cafe

1600 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi
+1 408-374-4295Website

Bakerys

Boudin SF

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~276 ftSu-Th 10:00-20:00; Fr,Sa 10:00-21:00
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Fancy Flavors

Bakery

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~0.1 miMo-Tu off; We-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa-Su 09:00-16:00
+1-408-471-6873Website
Gu eum

Bakery

18566 Prospect Road

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Fast Food

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+1-408-444-9249Website
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Fast Food

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Fast Food

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Noah's Bagels

Fast Food

~0.1 mi
Five Guys

Fast Food

5205 Saratoga Avenue

~0.1 miMo-Su 11:00-22:00
+1 408-366-1006Website
Chipotle

Fast Food

1645 Saratoga Avenue

~0.2 mi10:45-23:00
+1 408-777-8902Website
Wingstop

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18584 Prospect Road

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Fast Food

5297 Prospect Road

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Ice Creams

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Ice Cream

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Dentist

5253 Prospect Road

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Dentist

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Dentist

5150 Graves Avenue

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5150 Graves Avenue

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Yong Xu, D.D.S.

Dentist

5150 Graves Avenue

~0.1 miMo,Th,Sa 10:00-18:00; Tu-We,Fr,Su off
+1-408-873-1159
Cal Smile Dental

Dentist

5150 Graves Avenue

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+1-408-930-5238
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5150 Graves Avenue

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Dentist

5150 Graves Avenue

~0.1 miMo-Fr 08:30-17:00; Su off; Sa by appt. only

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Carbon Health Urgent Care

Clinic

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Clinic

~0.4 mi

Doctors

Jenesis Lipoplasty & Laser

Doctors

1471 Saratoga Avenue

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Doityourselfs

Westgate Ace Hardware

Doityourself

5205 Prospect Road

~451 ftMo-Fr 08:00-19:00; Sa 08:00-18:00; Su 09:00-18:00
+1 408 416 3966

Beautys

Charisma Nails Waxing

Beauty

5257 Prospect Road

~412 ftMo-Fr 10:00-19:00; Sa,Su 09:00-18:00
+1-408-873-9286Website
Diamond Nail Spa

Beauty

5205 Prospect Road

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Beauty

18578 Prospect Road

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Russian School of Math

Prep School

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Sylvan

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4701 Hamilton Avenue

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K's Hair Salon

Hairdresser

1749 Saratoga Avenue

~481 ft
Maria Hair Studio

Hairdresser

5205 Prospect Road

~0.1 miMo off; Tu-Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 10:00-17:00
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Supercuts

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18572 Prospect Road

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4735 Hamilton Avenue

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Music Schools

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18582 Prospect Road

~0.2 mi
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Charging Stations

PowerFlex EV Charging Stations

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Fitness Centres

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5333 Prospect Road

~0.2 miMo-Fr 05:00-20:00; Sa-Su 05:00-18:00
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Saratoga Creek Dog Park

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~0.3 mi

Parks

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~0.5 mi

Confectionerys

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18470 Prospect Road

~232 ftSu-Sa 09:00-20:00
+1-408-257-0512Website

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BevMo!

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5205 Prospect Road

~434 ftMo-Th 09:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 09:00-22:00; Su 09:00-20:00
+1-408-725-2463Website

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5269 Prospect Road

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~0.3 mi

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FedEx Office

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1692 Saratoga Avenue

~0.1 mi

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1696 Saratoga Avenue

~0.1 miMo-Sa 10:00-20:00; Su 10:00-18:00
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AT&T

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1546 Saratoga Avenue

~0.3 mi

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Target

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1600 Saratoga Avenue

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+1 408-871-7984Website
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~0.2 mi
Ross

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1600 Saratoga Avenue

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+1 408-374-2444
Burlington

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~0.4 mi

Clothes

Carter's

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J.Crew

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~0.2 mi
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1600 Saratoga Avenue

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~0.3 mi
Old Navy

Clothes

1600 Saratoga Avenue

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Nordstrom Rack

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REI

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~0.2 miMo-Fr 10:00-21:00; Sa 10:00-20:00; Su 10:00-19:00
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Rotten Robbie

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1555 Saratoga Avenue

~0.2 mi

Fuels

Chevron

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1704 Saratoga Avenue

~412 ft
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Fuel

1555 Saratoga Avenue

~0.2 mi
True Zero

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12600 Saratoga Avenue

~0.6 miMo-Fr 06:00-21:00, Sa-Su 07:00-21:00

Car Washs

Classic Car Wash

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