From creamy butter chicken and smoky tandoori to biryani, chaat, and
fresh-baked naan, Luft's brings the flavors of a Punjabi home kitchen to
Southland Drive.
Located near Southland Mall with easy, free parking and plenty of space for
families, friends, and celebrations.
Our story
Family recipes, Bay Area roots, and a love for hospitality.
Welcome to our family of restaurants, where tradition, passion,
and authentic flavors come together. With over 30 years of
experience in the restaurant industry, we have proudly served
the Bay Area community with dedication, quality, and true Indian Punjabi hospitality.
For more than three decades, our family has successfully built
and operated restaurants across California’s Bay Area. Today,
we proudly continue to run more than five successful restaurant
locations, serving customers who love the rich taste of homemade Punjabi food
Scratch cooking
Curries, chutneys, and marinades are made in-house using whole
spices, fresh herbs, and classic Punjabi techniques.
Space for everyone
Tables for couples, big booths for families, and room for groups
celebrating birthdays, work events, or game nights.
Neighborhood spot
Easy to reach from I‑880 and Southland Drive, with plenty of
free parking and a relaxed, unpretentious dining room.
Specials
Weekday lunch boxes and buffet specials.
Stop in for a quick lunch or settle in for a hearty buffet. These weekday specials are designed
to be fast, filling, and easy to order.
The printed menu at Luft's is organized so you can start with snacks,
move into vegetarian and non‑vegetarian curries, and finish with hot
chai or a cold lassi. Use this overview to get a feel for the sections
before you open the full PDF menu.
Starters & breads
Chaat & appetizersSamosa, pakora & more
Street‑inspired snacks, crispy fritters, and shareable bites to
start the table.
Tandoori breadsNaan & roti
Plain, garlic, onion, and stuffed naan baked to order in the
tandoor.
Rice & biryaniFragrant basmati
Steamed basmati, jeera rice, and layered biryani made with
whole spices.
Curries & mains
Vegetarian curriesPaneer & veggies
Saag paneer, chana masala, dal, and other classics built on
legumes and vegetables.
Chicken & lambHouse favorites
Butter chicken, chicken tikka masala, lamb rogan josh, and
more from the main menu.
Seafood & tandooriFrom the grill
Tandoori platters, shrimp and fish curries, and mixed grills for
sharing.
Drinks & dessertLassi & sweets
Mango lassi, masala chai, and Indian desserts like gulab jamun
and kheer.
Drinks
Traditional sips and refreshing favorites.
Cool down with house lassis and cold coffee, or settle in with a warm
cup of masala chai. Please see the full menu for current pricing.
Planning a birthday, office lunch, team dinner, or family celebration?
Luft's can reserve sections of the dining room or set up trays for
buffet‑style catering so your group can enjoy the full menu together.
How group dining works
Tell us your date, group size, and budget, and we’ll help you build a
set menu with appetizers, mains, sides, and dessert. Vegetarian and
gluten‑friendly options are always available.
Walk‑ins are always welcome. For larger groups or busy weekend
evenings, we recommend calling ahead so we can hold space for your
party.
Allergies and dietary requests
Many dishes can be prepared without nuts or made milder on request.
Please let our team know about allergies when you order so we can guide
you through the menu safely.
Accessibility
The dining room entrance is at street level with no steps. If you need
extra space for a stroller, mobility device, or high chair, let us
know and we will arrange seating accordingly.
