Comments on: Khazana changed my mind about Indian food

By: Desiree

Desiree — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:53:26 +0000

Correction, Ajanta is north indian.

By: Desiree

Desiree — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:52:59 +0000

I agree with “M&M”…Ajanta on 122nd and Penn is the best Indian that I have found. As another reader said, the food is a little different here because it is south Indian. As far as buffet is concerned, I find it superior to others in OKC. Ordering off the menu is great too but a little pricey (about $11 per dish)

By: Kacy

Kacy — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:41:19 +0000

This was the first place I ever had Indian and it definitely blew me away. It’s definitely a great buffet. Everything has a distinct and authentic flavor, unlike some places where all the dishes end up tasting eerily similar.

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The Motley Oklahoman » 10 Local Restaurant Recommendations — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 03:57:05 +0000

[...] and chocolate-coated cheesecake on a stick! I run into local celebs in this place all the time. 3. KhaZana. We used to go to Gopuram all the time, until this place opened. More selection, more vegetarian [...]

By: Katie

Katie — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 17:13:38 +0000

Andrew – the fried spinach is my fav! I love that stuff! I also love at all Indian places the mango pudding…it’s nice and light and cools your mouth off from the heat of the spices. I still need to try Gopuram & Ajanta. Thanks for the lead on those!

By: Chris J.

Chris J. — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 17:09:57 +0000

My wife and I ventured here not too long ago, and we thought that it was kind of a hit-and-miss type place. We really liked the Tandori Chicken, and I loved the cream-of-wheat dessert, but other than that, nothing is really sticking out in my memory.

By: M&M

M&M — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 13:52:26 +0000

For the best Indian food in all of Oklahoma City, you have to try Ajanta at 122nd and Penn in NW OKC. If you do a search on google maps for Indian food in OKC, it comes up as Cabab N’ Curry‎. I have been to Gopuram, Namaste (closed down now), Ajanta, and Tandoor. Ajanta is, hands down, the best Indian buffet in Oklahoma City. You must try it.

By: Rena

Rena — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 18:32:33 +0000

I have been to several of the Indian restaurants in OKC. I prefer Kha Zana for several reasons. The “vat” foods are replenished frequently and it always tastes and looks fresh. The flavors work for this Okie. My daughter has eaten Indian all over in Ok and Europe and she says that for Oklahoma, Kha Zana works for her. I like the owners and the atmosphere.

By: Erin

Erin — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 15:37:15 +0000

Indian Food probably isn’t at it’s best presented in buffet vats – It’s meant to be served up family style and eaten with your hands.

http://india-travel.suite101.com/article.cfm/eating_in_indian_style

Give it a try!

By: Tim

Tim — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 17:09:41 +0000

Tried out KhaZana today. It is closer to my office than the others and I do like the simple, clean atmosphere which is more understated than that of Gopuram.

However, in my opinion, the flavors were a little less impressive than what I experienced at Gopuram. It’s not a huge difference, but I thought it was noticeable. The naan was also very thick and heavy, which I didn’t like as much.

I agree with Andrew that the stand-out dish at KhaZana is the Tandoori Chicken. Great flavor and very tender.

This is definitely a fine place to eat but I must agree with the others who have ranked Gopuram a little higher. I hope to try some other Indian places soon.

By: Chad Jaggers

Chad Jaggers — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 15:34:44 +0000

I am a big fan of Kha Zana. The atmosphere is simple and not as decorated as Gopuram, but I actually like the food a tad bit better at Kha Zana. I’m not a fan of Taj because it feels dirty and stuffy whenever I go there. Kha Zana is getting 4 from me.

By: Andy Mahbubani

Andy Mahbubani — Thu, 01 May 2008 03:44:25 +0000

As an Indian, I will tell you that there are three restaurants worth your time. Gopuram is the king of the North Indian Restaurants and the atmosphere is the best of any Indian Restaurants in Oklahoma City. They were one of the first, and still one of the best. If you’re looking for South Indian Food, Taj tends to have some wonderful food. I recommend them as well. And Namaste in Edmond is kinda convenient for Edmondites, and I use it as a quick Indian Lunch if one of my friends decides they want Indian food. With any others, you are wasting your time and money. I’ve tried them all, and in my humble opinion, these three do the best justice to the delicate, wonderful, tasty, and sometimes spicy cuisine of India.

By: Ish

Ish — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 06:07:08 +0000

Sheri,
You are absolutley right about “Gopuram”. Best place for Indian cuisine, not in only in OKC but I would say gopuram able to compete well to any of the ethnic cuisine in united states or canada. Just compare this way best decor, ambience and environment. Service and staff just excellent and about food, critics needs to be honest as its just wonderrful, great and two thumbs up. Also prices far better then other indian restaurants.I would say best restaurant in town “Gopuram”

By: Sheri

Sheri — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 18:02:07 +0000

I’ve been to Khazana 3 or 4 times and Misal once…. my favorite continues to be Gopuram. (Misal doesn’t even OFFER gulab jamun!)

Give Gopuram a try or two and then share your experience.

By: Sarah

Sarah — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 06:36:11 +0000

Being an expat Brit’, where Indian is the #1 restaurant or take out food, plus I also cook my own….I have to say I prefer Gopuram to Khazana.

By: Redbee

Redbee — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 23:13:28 +0000

I agree. Namaste buffet is lacking, but the menu is so good. Everything is very fresh and very tasty.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 16:58:24 +0000

I’ll be the first to admit I’m an Indian food novice. I’ll have to try Namaste though.

By: Sherie

Sherie — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 15:50:38 +0000

I too have had both, plus Misal, Taj and Namaste in Edmond. The only place I have NOT enjoyed was Kha Zana. For a buffet, I prefer Taj, but ordering off the menu at Namaste is incredible. Their buffet is sub-par, kind of “Americanized” (read as NO spice), but if you order off the menu, you can specify spice and everything is very fresh…the best I’ve had in OKC.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:41:53 +0000

I agree, I’ve had both and its no comparison

By: kurt

kurt — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 05:42:23 +0000

Here in OKC I’ve tried Gopuram and Khazana. Khazana wins hands down.