ORANGEVALE, CA (MPC) - Loyal 2 Local is a new project sponsored by the Orangevale Woman’s Club (OVWC). We will be highlighting businesses in our community twice a month in the View, the OVWC website www.orangevalewomansclub.org and the OVWC Facebook page. The second business we are featuring is Clay Oven Indian Cuisine at 8807 Greenback Lane in Orangevale.

We had great time interviewing the owner Mavi. When entering the restaurant, you are greeted with the delicious aroma of fresh herbs and spices that whet your appetite for the exciting meals to come.

Mavi opened Clay Oven in January 2020 and as you know had to close down 3 months later. He is now open for Take Out service from 11am to 9pm 7days a week. The pandemic has definitely caused him some difficulties but he remains very positive. He was forced to lay off workers, work longer hours, and figure out how much food to buy weekly with only take-out orders being served. Mavi says, “The people in Orangevale have been wonderful to us. We really appreciate it.” Some of his favorite meals people ask for are “Butter Chicken, Lamb, Chicken Curry and the Samosa appetizers.” Mavi opened another restaurant called the Indian Palace in 2017 located at 8865 Folsom Blvd.in Sacramento.  Obviously, he is a hard worker and takes pride in his restaurants.

Clay Oven Indian Cuisine is a traditional Indian restaurant in Orangevale that serves authentic Indian cuisine. Clay Oven has made a mark for itself by providing an everlasting impression on one’s mind with outstanding service and authentic lists of traditional Indian cuisine. The dishes are prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients, fresh herbs and spices to bring you lip smacking yet healthy delicacies. Clay Oven has great options for vegetarian and nonvegetarian choices.  Once they are able to open for dine in please remember they have WIFI, beer and wine and plenty of parking.

Clay Oven is offering a 10% Discount to anyone mentioning they have seen this article.  The special ends February 25, 2021. The restaurant is open for Take Out only 7 days a week from 11am to 9pm. Please give them a call at (916) 989-1482 or go to their website www.clayovenorangevale.com and order some fantastic Indian delicacies.