Folsom, California
new age indian
Where India's rich culinary heritage meets contemporary California living. Seasonal menus. Fresh ingredients. Unforgettable flavour.
Tandoor-roasted chicken bathed in a velvety tomato-butter gravy, slow-simmered and finished with fresh cream. The dish that put Sanskrit on the map — and the one our regulars keep coming back for.
A curated taste of what people come back for — saved seats, second servings, and "you have to try this" recommendations.
Charred tandoori chicken folded into a smoky, spiced cream curry.
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House-made paneer in a rich, slow-simmered tomato-butter gravy.
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Saffron-laced basmati layered with marinated chicken and aromatic spice.
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Yogurt-marinated and charred in our clay oven — smoky, juicy, unmistakable.
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Cauliflower florets crisped and tossed in a sweet-tangy Indo-Chinese sauce.
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Also known a Bombay Vada Pav
Order on ToastSanskrit opened in Folsom, CA in January 2019 after a year of careful planning, research, and development. Our goal was to bring a new kind of dining experience to the Sacramento region.
We showcase the rich cultural heritage of India and bring a modern twist to the culinary traditions of North and South Indian cuisine. Our chefs craft a seasonal menu that pairs authentic spices with the very best California produce.
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A note first shared on our Facebook page back in February 2021 — about what it takes to earn a guest's return visit, the five senses of a meal, and the underdog's promise to go the extra mile. Reposting here because it still holds up.
The photos on our restaurant walls aren't curries or spice markets. They're black-and-white shots of Folsom bridges. Here's why — and the story of the local photographer whose work we borrowed.
The doors open at 11. The chef starts at 9. Two hours between "empty room" and "lunch service" is where most of the actual cooking happens — here's what we're doing while you're still at your desk.
2776 East Bidwell St., Suite 300, Folsom, CA 95630