CERTIFIED GREEN BUSINESS
Naan – Fresh Organic Clay Oven Bread in San Rafael
HOURS
Mon - Sat
Buffet:
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Dinner:
4:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Naan – Fresh Organic Clay Oven Bread in San Rafael
Naan — Fresh Organic Leavened Bread Baked in a Clay Pit
Naan is one of the most beloved staples of Indian cuisine, known for its soft texture, light chew, and slightly charred flavor from traditional clay oven baking. Freshly prepared and baked in a clay pit over charcoal, our naan delivers the perfect balance of warmth, aroma, and authenticity.
At Lotus Cuisine of India, guests often describe our naan as the best naan in San Rafael, and a must-have accompaniment when enjoying authentic Indian food in Marin County and the Bay Area.
Traditionally Baked for Authentic Flavor
Our naan is:
- Fresh organic leavened bread
- Baked in a traditional clay pit (tandoor)
- Cooked over charcoal for natural smokiness
- Soft inside with lightly crisp, golden edges
This traditional cooking method creates the signature flavor and texture that makes naan unforgettable.
The Perfect Pairing
Naan complements a wide variety of Indian dishes, including:
- Creamy curries like Chicken Coconut Curry
- Rich vegetarian plates
- Slow-simmered sauces
- Char-grilled meats and tandoori specialties
It enhances every dish without overpowering the flavors, making it an essential part of the authentic Indian dining experience.
Loved Across Marin & the Bay Area
Guests return again and again for naan that is:
- Warm and freshly baked
- Light yet satisfying
- Perfect for dipping and scooping
- Crafted with organic ingredients
Many diners consider it among the best naan in the Bay Area, and visitors traveling through California often say it’s one of the most authentic Indian bread experiences in the USA.
Why Choose Lotus Cuisine for Naan?
As an Indian restaurant serving naan in San Rafael, we focus on:
- Certified Green Business practices
- Organic, high-quality ingredients
- Traditional clay oven cooking techniques
- Fresh preparation for dine-in and takeout
If you’re searching for the best naan in Marin, a trusted Indian restaurant in San Rafael, or authentic Indian cuisine in the Bay Area, Lotus Cuisine offers naan prepared the way it was meant to be — warm, aromatic, and perfectly baked.
Of course, you may order a la carte at any time that Lotus Cuisine of India is open, including during our lunch hours. Visit us in downtown San Rafael, and don’t forget to contact us at (415) 456-5808.
CERTIFIED GREEN
BUSINESS
Our food is cooked in
Homemade Organic Ghee
Cold Pressed Avocado Oil
Our food is fried in
Organic
coconut Oil
No Seed Oils Used
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Press & Praise
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Dishes notable for their careful preparation and expertly balanced seasoning…
Dishes are in tune with Northern California palates, thanks to the careful execution of the chef… what really gets my taste buds going is the wealth of vegetarian dishes that, to my mind, are the glory of Indian cuisine… blends sweet, savory and hauntingly smoky flavors and is absolutely impossible to stop eating… I’ve certainly acquired a taste for Lotus!
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San Francisco Examiner
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The food at Lotus is simply wonderful.
It shines with clean, bright flavors… a generous selection of sauces and condiments that add layers of flavor and/or heat to any of the dishes…How can something as humble and unassuming as a lentil taste so good? …Kashimi pilau was light, tender, and seductively aromatic… Vegetable curry that practically made us swoon… Service was very attentive throughout our meal.
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PACIFIC SUN
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A superb addition to the Marin County dining scene…
Everything is thought through fresh ingredients, carefully trimmed to present only the most tasty elements… offered in sauces that have rich and complex tastes. Service: Excellent.
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Marin Independent Journal
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One of the best Indian restaurants in the Bay Area
Prepare your palate for a sensuous journey through the flavors of India at Lotus Restaurant. It’s a great place for a date and for families, as well as business. Lotus is a soothing sanctuary for the sustenance of body and soul, where you can exhale deeply, leave the West behind and savor exceptional Indian cuisine.
"
Yogi Times
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Lotus is full of warmth and welcoming hospitality…
Lotus’ lengthy menu offers more than three dozen curries…Tandoori selections – meats and seafood cooked in a clay pit oven – come to the table sizzling and steaming on hot cast-iron platters…delectable deserts…the sort of thing that is so good, I find myself thinking about it in the middle of the night.
"
San Francisco Chronicle
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transported to India
San Rafaelites rave they’re ‘transported to India’ after tucking into the “superb curries’, ‘great flavored naans’ and other Delicious items meted out by a ‘delightful staff’; bargain hunters should head here for the ‘awesome lunch buffet.'
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Zagat Survey
"
Dishes notable for their careful preparation and expertly balanced seasoning…
Dishes are in tune with Northern California palates, thanks to the careful execution of the chef… what really gets my taste buds going is the wealth of vegetarian dishes that, to my mind, are the glory of Indian cuisine… blends sweet, savory and hauntingly smoky flavors and is absolutely impossible to stop eating… I’ve certainly acquired a taste for Lotus!
"
San Francisco Examiner
"
The food at Lotus is simply wonderful.
It shines with clean, bright flavors… a generous selection of sauces and condiments that add layers of flavor and/or heat to any of the dishes…How can something as humble and unassuming as a lentil taste so good? …Kashimi pilau was light, tender, and seductively aromatic… Vegetable curry that practically made us swoon… Service was very attentive throughout our meal.
"
PACIFIC SUN
"
A superb addition to the Marin County dining scene…
Everything is thought through fresh ingredients, carefully trimmed to present only the most tasty elements… offered in sauces that have rich and complex tastes. Service: Excellent.
"
Marin Independent Journal
"
One of the best Indian restaurants in the Bay Area
Prepare your palate for a sensuous journey through the flavors of India at Lotus Restaurant. It’s a great place for a date and for families, as well as business. Lotus is a soothing sanctuary for the sustenance of body and soul, where you can exhale deeply, leave the West behind and savor exceptional Indian cuisine.
"
Yogi Times
"
Lotus is full of warmth and welcoming hospitality…
Lotus’ lengthy menu offers more than three dozen curries…Tandoori selections – meats and seafood cooked in a clay pit oven – come to the table sizzling and steaming on hot cast-iron platters…delectable deserts…the sort of thing that is so good, I find myself thinking about it in the middle of the night.
"
San Francisco Chronicle
"
transported to India
San Rafaelites rave they’re ‘transported to India’ after tucking into the “superb curries’, ‘great flavored naans’ and other Delicious items meted out by a ‘delightful staff’; bargain hunters should head here for the ‘awesome lunch buffet.'
"
Zagat Survey
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