Aabha Indian Cuisine
3690 The Barnyard, Carmel, (831) 250-5940 414 Alvarado St., Monterey, (831) 641-7924 aabhaindian.com
This young leader on local Indian food surges to victory again, warming the hearts and bellies of voters across the county. This is food for the soul: hot curries and comforting rice, fried veggies and smoky tandoori chicken. Lunch buffets fill hard workers, though some may prefer all-you-can-eat for weekends (with a complimentary mimosa). Dinner dates work too, as both locations are beautifully elegant and staff is always friendly. No need for change here.