Lazeeza, Oakland

Lazeeza treats guests to the flavors of India and Pakistan. From the kitchen, servers bear plates piled with pieces of marinated lamb, chicken, and tandoori prawns, cooked in a traditional clay oven. Fresh naan bread also arrives straight from the oven and can be served as a pillowy side dish or stuffed full of potatoes, marinated ground meat, or smaller pieces of naan. Other specialties of the house include curries, biryanis, and vegetarian dishes like chana masala and panak paneer. The sheer variety of dishes can make it hard to choose just one, but, luckily, the eatery also offers an all-you-can-eat buffet in addition to its regular menu.