Ahana Restaurant and Lounge — Restaurant in Anaheim

I have been with Ahana since its inception, making me one of the founding employees. My experience here cannot be encapsulated in a single word; however, if I had to choose a phrase, it would be "a tumultuous journey filled with unethical practices and deceit." A significant concern I want to highlight is the consistent delay in employee payments, which often arrived days late. When we inquired about the reasons for these delays, the owner frequently attributed them to "mail issues," but the underlying truth was a lack of funds to meet payroll obligations. The owner urged us to be patient, citing the challenges of running a new restaurant, yet this excuse was exploited. In my experience opening other restaurants, timely payments have never been a problem. To add insult to injury, one of my paychecks bounced due to insufficient funds, which was quite embarrassing. We were never compensated for the penalties incurred from these late payments, leaving us owed significant amounts. Furthermore, the owners unjustly blamed our former general manager, Bala, for financial discrepancies, despite him being instrumental in attracting business. For those interested in Indian cuisine, I recommend visiting "Charcol Indian Kitchen" in Huntington Beach, which Bala operates. Additionally, it is disheartening to see the cooks not receiving fair compensation, with reports of them being paid only once a month. The management's exploitation of their staff is unacceptable. Whenever we raised concerns about legal compliance, it was met with defensiveness, which should not be the case if a business is operating ethically. I strongly advise reconsidering any decision to dine at a restaurant that shows little regard for its employees, as it is evident why they are struggling to succeed. (Here are a few screenshots of...

I did not celebrate my milestone birthday last year in October as I was on oxygen for past 2 years. With Covid and flu ruling our lives, it had become hard to socialize without mask especially for people like me who have lung issues. I was diagnosed 5 years ago with IPF. It is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis! The Pulmonologists had told me it is a progressive disease and my kind was the worst type. Generally people do not survive longer than 3 years. There is no cure for this kind of fibrosis. The only option I was given was to be on this drug called OFEV. Use oxygen concentrator for walking, traveling and for doing any physical work in and around the house. I was getting tired of all this and then my last resort was to get surgery done, meaning bilateral Lung Transplant! Last year on February 14, 2023, I had signed papers to permit me put me on the list for the transplant! My lungs were dying. On my birthday I got listed and in my blood group I was number 1 in UCLA. Within 4 months I got called for the surgery on this last Valentine’s Day for a bilateral lung transplant! It is almost 4 months now that my surgery was done! It has been miraculous recovery I am told and I am so grateful to so many good souls around me to thank them for my recovery! I celebrated my 60th at Ahana restaurant and Lounge! What an amazing experience it was! The appetizers were mouth watering, especially vegetarian, paneer tikka masala and their Loaded Fungi which are stuffed mushrooms! Very flavorful! The paneer was soft and...

I recently dined at Ahana in Yorba Linda and had an absolutely delightful experience. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the modern yet cozy ambiance. The staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive, making sure we were comfortable throughout our meal.

The menu offered a diverse selection of dishes, each one more tempting than the last. I opted for the desi paneer tacos and the aloo tikki sliders, and both were cooked to perfection. The flavors were rich and well-balanced, and the portions were generous. I also appreciated the fresh ingredients and the beautiful presentation of each dish.

What stood out the most was the attention to detail and the quality of service. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and made excellent recommendations. The overall dining experience was top-notch, from the appetizer to the dessert.

I highly recommend Ahana to anyone looking for a great meal in a welcoming and stylish setting. It’s a perfect spot for both casual dining and special occasions. I will definitely be...