Battle: Indian - Novato

Two Indian Restaurants - Anokha and Batika - Both on Grant Avenue in Novato - Can they both survive? There are a number of restaurants on Grant Avenue already - is there enough business to go around? Sesame Tea Eats does a quick comparison of Anokha and Batika for you to help you decide.

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Address	811 Grant Avenue, Novato	868 Grant Avenue, Novato
Phone	(415) 892-3440	(415)895-5797
Website	http://www.anokharestaurant.com/	http://www.batikaindia.com/
Food	North Indian Buffet lunch offers two meat dishes, multiple sides, and two desserts	North Indian Buffet lunch offers three meat dishes, multiple sides, and one dessert
Atmosphere	Lighter colors, spacious setting between tables, cushioned banks of seats, L-shaped buffet area which makes self-service slightly awkward.	Darker colors, close proximity between tables, single file line buffet area allowing easy self-service, outdoor patio dining available.
Service	Good. Naan comes quickly. Plates are removed quickly.	Good. Naan comes quickly. Plates are removed quickly. I liked how they asked how they are doing (but maybe they only did this because they’re new.
Price	Buffet Lunch $8.95	Buffet Lunch $8.95, Champagne offered on weekends.

They both have good stuff - which is why I approve both for the lunch buffet. Depending on how many are in your party, it may be difficult to try a variety of items for dinner unless you want to take home leftovers, so the buffet is a great way to try out a greater variety. We'll see how things go in the weeks and months ahead. I hope they both can draw enough Novatoans to stay in business. Good healthy competition usually means better food for all.