Clay Oven has been reviewed favorably by many distinguished publications and trade magazines both locally and nationally.  Notable among them are:

• The Los Angeles Times
• The Orange County Register
• Bon Appétit
• Zagat Guide
• Elmer Dills
• Orange Coast Magazine
• The Press Telegram
• The Orange County Business Journal
• The Irvine World News
• OC Weekly
• Chao’s Dynasty
• The Daily Pilot

Clay Oven has also been recognized for its outstanding cuisine and service with the following awards:

• The Best Indian Cuisine of Orange County
• The Best Indian Cuisine of Irvine
• Southern California Restaurant Writers Award of Excellence