29 Best Indian Restaurants in Berkeley

1 Tigerlily

4.4 Superb 191 Reviews

1513 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley

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“My dinner partner and I both agree that the physical atmosphere, and food were excellent. The place was almost empty on a Sunday night yet the service was mediocre. We had to keep tracking down the waiter for our hot water for the tea, box for take away, etc. Inattentive. The staff also seemed unhappy or dissatisfied with their jobs. The prices have gone up so don’t feel we got value for our money”

2 Jot Mahal Palace of Indian Cuisine

4.7 Superb 452 Reviews

1543 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley

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“Best Indian cuisine in all of Berkeley, do yourself a favor and stop in! great people, great food, a real gem in the city.”

3 Taste of the Himalayas

4.7 Superb 357 Reviews

1700 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley

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“We like to dine here after attending the Himalayan Faire every year in Berkeley. Delicious.”

4 MoMo Masalas

4.8 Superb 170 Reviews

2505 Hearst Ave B, Berkeley

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“MoMo Masalas is a cozy little Himalayan and Indian restaurant near the UC Berkeley campus, and it’s a great place to go if you enjoy momos and bold, comforting flavors. The restaurant is casual and small, but the food has a very homemade feel. The momos are definitely the highlight. The chicken momos are juicy and nicely seasoned, while the jhol momos come in a warm, spicy Kathmandu-style broth that gives them even more flavor. The fried momos are also good if you prefer something crispier. Beyond dumplings, they have chicken biryani, pork chili, curries, vegetarian dishes, and other Nepali and Indian specialties. The mango lassi is a nice way to cool things down if you order something spicy. The portions are satisfying, prices are reasonable for Berkeley, and the staff is friendly. It’s a good casual choice for students, locals, or anyone who wants to try Himalayan food without going somewhere too formal.”

5 Chandni Chowk

4.8 Superb 91 Reviews

3211 College Avenue, Berkeley

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“Honestly think it’s the best Indian Food in the East Bay and maybe the whole Bay over. Dynamic flavors: everything you want! Sweet, spicy, sour, and umami bombs. Tried new things like the tandoori tofu, tandoori bbq chicken 🤤 , perfect basmati, garlic cheese naan, raita and an aloo chaat appetizer that we both loved. Hands down will be back! Thanks 🙏🏼”

6 Himalayan Bite

4.6 Superb 147 Reviews

2400 Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley

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“So good! Had Chicken Palak, steamed momo dumplings, and garlic naan. Everything was hot and tasty... the naan was huge and perfectly fluffy with just the right amount of crispness. The service was also impeccable. Will be back for sure!”

7 Munch India

4.6 Superb 93 Reviews

3015 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley

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“THE BEST! delicious, sophisticated Indian food with burst of flavors in every bite. This is my one and only go to spot in the east bay. The owners are kind and genuine people who knows how to cook with high quality foods! They are super conscious of the ingredients used making it a truly authentic experience everything i order. My taste buds thank you munch india!”

8 ID Cafe

4.6 Superb 66 Reviews

2177 Kittredge Street, Berkeley

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“Amazing place. We went on Wednesday for the unlimited dosa. One of Berkeleys hidden gems. The food quality is just as good (or better than India), they serve piping hot tasty fresh chutney and sambar (unlimited) with the Wednesday deal. I'll be back here many Wednesdaya for sure. Oh and Sameer was very friendly and courteous. Super guy.”

9 Pochys Home Style South Indian

4.3 Superb 89 Reviews

1889 Solano Avenue, Berkeley

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“My dosa was good. Although I was surprised at the small amount filling inside. But overall I was happy with the food. Note, they don't sell beer or wine yet, but they're cool about letting you bring your own inside & no corkage fee. 👍”

10 Narwal Urban Village

4.6 Superb 46 Reviews

3136 Sacramento Street, Berkeley

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“This is one of my favorite go-to spots for Indian food. The service is excellent, the food is incredibly delicious, and I love the chai. As a vegetarian, I'm especially grateful that there are so many options that all are so tasty. My absolute favorite is the Sev Puri Chaat (pictured). Other regulars are Baingan Bharta, Daal Makhani, and Navaratna Korma. The staff is also incredibly kind and attentive. They have outdoor seating, and have become one of my favorite places in the East Bay.”

11 Breads of India

4.3 Superb 87 Reviews

2448 Sacramento Street, Berkeley

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“Everything I had here was outstanding. Their breads are a standout. Fresh and chewy and filled with garbanzo beans / flour (Chana Masala Paratha). Samosas had great texture and flavor and the chutneys were excellent. Saag Aloo was fresh and the potatoes were cooked perfectly. Menu is vegan friendly but not labeled very well (online menu is a little more clear on some things but not on everything). Mixed Vegetable dish, Saag Aloo and maybe another entree or two are vegan but you'll definitely want to ask. Many of the breads are vegan (and definitely worth ordering). Yummy”

12 East Bay Spice

4.2 Good 235 Reviews

2142 Oxford Street, Berkeley

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“Nice place by the university. Huge bar selection. Wooden table seating. Staff was cool. I got the paneer tacos and the dahi puri they both tasted good. Not spicy it could use a little more flavor no parking around there. Be prepared to drive around looking for parking”

13 Mount Everest Restaurant

4.2 Good 186 Reviews

2598 Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley

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“Arvin and Puja prepare authentic Nepalese Food that is delicious. My favorites are the Palak Panner, Mixed Vegetable, and Paneer Tikamasala as I am vegetarian. The Nan and Roti are to die for. I love the down to earth homie atmosphere and friendly service. It you want good quality wholesome food in a relaxed and friendly setting, this is your place. I highly recommend Mount Everest to anyone.”

14 Noor Indian Fusion Kitchen

4.4 Superb 136 Reviews

1398 University Avenue, Berkeley

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“We needed a larger table for my mom’s bday in a last minute decision to have dinner here, and although during their busier time, we were lucky and got a table. Nity was so kind, attentive and accommodating from the very start of our first phone call. She recommended a set menu for our party size and gave great recommendations. The process was smooth, informative and her communication was good. The entire staff was friendly and professional while also being polite and respectful. Food was served hot and freshly made and everything we had tasted excellent and nothing was over bearing. This included the super yummy and summery watermelon salad, malai chicken, tawa shrimp, baigan bharta, chole, dum biriyani, butter chicken, kheer brûlée and some pistachio trés leches! Kudos to the chefs! I know it can be hard to make a choice for Indian food in Berkeley but I recommend Noor, 10/10 ! Beautiful ambience, fresh and delicious food, premium service making for a really nice and refreshing experience. Ty again to you and your team Nity!”

15 Ajanta

4.3 Superb 242 Reviews

1888 Solano Avenue, Berkeley

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“Ajanta is an excellent Indian restaurant where every dish is prepared so perfectly that you’ll want to return often to completely get to appreciate everything on their exquisite menu! From the moment we walked into Ajanta, the aromas from the kitchen, were seductively overwhelming our culinary senses.. Everything on the menu sounded delicious! The choices of breads, the wonderful welcoming staff, made us want to camp out and plan what we might orfer if we could spend a week tasting everything on their menu. While I tend to order seafood, I chose the lamb, which was outstanding. My wife had the chicken served with pistachios in a sauce that was also delicious. Our server, kept bringing more treats to our table: little bowls of soup, spicy and sweet vegetables. Every bite was memorable and delectable. Unfortunately, ae were visiting from New York, so we had to relish in our one night of culinary delights, while feeling envious of folks who live in Berkeley and Bay Area.”

16 Vegan N Chicken 1

4.7 Superb 141 Reviews

1918 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley

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“Yesterday I had the pleasure of walking into this family owned establishment, The environment was clean, and the people were very kind. The menu was exceptional with great prices. I got the chicken Marcella, the naan, and the salmon which was the daily special. The chicken Masala was perfectly spiced. I got the mild because I can't eat spicy food. I dipped the naan in it and it tasted perfect. The naan was big and fresh and its own separate bag, so I was able to take it home and munch on it later now the salmon was delicious. It was super crispy and juicy on the inside, and the seasoning was complementary to the fish. it was wonderful to be able to talk to the Chef and get to know the people that cooked my food. The chef that's been working there. He's on the establishment for a while and he's been cooking for over 40 years. He also told me that he is from New York, which definitely shows in his food because this Indian Pakistani restaurant is definitely authentic. I will drive an hour and a half to come back here again. Definitely would recommend them for Catering or a nice dinner date.”

17 ThayirSadam

4.8 Superb 89 Reviews

2379 Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley

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“Thayir Sadam in Berkeley is a small, unique South Indian restaurant built around one of the simplest comfort foods: yogurt rice. The concept is different from a typical Indian restaurant because the focus is on homestyle South Indian dishes rather than the usual curries and naan. The signature thayir sadam is made with Sona Masoori rice and fresh yogurt, and you can keep it simple or add toppings and sides. I also like the coconut rice, which has a nice coconut aroma and traditional seasoning. The podi idli is another good choice, with mini idlis tossed in ghee, curry leaves, and spicy podi, while the idli-vada combo is classic and comforting. They also serve upma, poori with potato masala, medhu vada, curry puffs, and South Indian drinks like filter coffee, chai, and sambharam. The filter coffee is strong and milky, exactly the style you expect from South India. The restaurant itself has a warm, personal atmosphere with decorations inspired by South Indian culture, including kolam designs and traditional touches from Kerala and Tamil culture. It feels more like a modern version of home cooking than a standard Indian restaurant. A very interesting place if you want to try authentic South Indian comfort food that you do not see on many Bay Area menus.”

18 Xpression

4.1 Good 76 Reviews

1870 Euclid Avenue, Berkeley

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“5/5 no doubt, the food is so good! I had butter chicken with mint rice. Came in large portion, the chicken was tender and flavorful, could taste the layering of flavor and texture, very impressive! I especially like their rice, cooked just right.”

19 Himalayan Tandoori and Curry House

4.6 Superb 196 Reviews

1645 Solano Avenue, Berkeley

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“Relaxing ambiance with friendly staff. I had the pumpkin chicken masala and my partner had the tandoori momos. Both were delightfully flavorful. The goat cheese naan was also delicious. I will be returning to this spot and recommend you check it out as well.”

20 Udupi Palace

4.2 Good 281 Reviews

1903 University Avenue, Berkeley

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“Excellent food good and fast service.”

21 Kabana Restaurant

4.1 Good 146 Reviews

1025 University Avenue, Berkeley

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“One of my best restaurant in the Bay Area. Ive been coming to Kabana since 1997 solo and now 2026 with family. Food is delicious every single time. Aloo paratha with extra butter, panner tikka masala, aloo gobi and eggplants lot more highly recommend this restaurant.”

22 Yeti Sports Bar and Restaurant

4.3 Superb 134 Reviews

3290 Adeline Street, Berkeley

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“Great food and great drinks! Friendly staff. You have to come by and check it out.”

23 MoMo House

4.5 Superb 135 Reviews

2456 Bancroft Way, Berkeley

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“Really great food with a somewhat open kitchen and three small television screens playing news and sports. They have many pods from chicken biryani to paneer wraps with fries, a personal favorite of mine is the fried veg momo, another one being the paneer tikka masala with rice. The place may be small, but without doubt, I would eat this all three meals of the day and for a snack. Thank you.”

24 Mehak Indian Cuisine

4.0 Good 166 Reviews

2449 Sacramento Street, Berkeley

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“I have been enjoying Mehak for over a year now. Since moving to the east bay I hadn't found an Indian restaurant in my area that makes butter chicken/chicken Mehkani the way I learned to love it until Mehak. This is my favorite dish and theirs is fantastic. We also enjoy the saag paneer and chana masala. The naan is delicious and such a good value that the curry comes with the rice. Also have tried the mango lassi and kheer and enjoyed both! Best kheer I'd had in ages. Will continue to come back. Found through tgtg and go about once a month.”

25 Punjabi Dhaba - Berkeley

4.0 Good 168 Reviews

2521 Durant Ave Unite East, Berkeley

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“Punjabi Dhaba is my go-to indian food spot, it's truly so yummy. They have a great selection of indian dishes, and they are all executed very well, with great spice. My favorite is the chicken biryani, but the chicken tikka and chicken vindalo are both great as well. MY ONLY WARNING is that the chicken tikka is very HEAVY. I think they must use a lot of butter or heavy cream or cheese or something, because eating the chicken tikka makes me feel like I have rocks in my stomach afterwards, so just keep that in mind. If you get their chicken tikka, I recommend getting a second dish (like the biryani) and splitting both with a friend, or splitting it across 2 meals. Anyways their biryani is spiced really well, with great depth of flavor, and is never salty or unbalanced. It's really delicious always. Their chicken tikka is also super yummy (just remember it's very heavy), and I love to get it with my friends because the flavor is super creamy and rich. The vindalo is delicious and I love that they do make it actually spicy. Not so spicy that its overpowering, but it is properly spicy, while still letting the great spices shine. Another thing is that their chicken dishes tend to have pretty dry chicken, but that's never an issue for me because I always get a side of raita (yogurt sauce) which goes so amazingly with the biryani, and I also love to get their mint chutney, because it's just amazing. But I think I just like mint. The workers are also very nice, I normally see the same two men working the cash register, and they are both very polite and helpful. I never feel rushed or unwanted. I feel like they are very patient, and I appreciate that. The inside of the restaurant is very small, with only 1 bar and 4 stools to sit on, but there is plenty of seating in the courtyard. I also like the decorations inside the restaurant, it feels cozy to me. Overall: Please come here at least once. The food is delicious, not overpriced considering the portions, and they don't skimp on the protein in any of the dishes. A single dish from them will easily fill me to the point of almost bursting. OH also their naan is very fluffy and delicious, with a great flavor and chew. Please try them!!!”

26 Bangalore Blues

4.4 Superb 59 Reviews

1889 Solano Avenue, Berkeley

“Was looking forward to try South Indian cuisine. Food was really delicious and different from other Indian food I’ve tried. The Tenali curry was the family special and phenomenal. Nice atmosphere, and helpful service aswell. Highly recommend. I’ll be back.”

27 Tap in lounge

3.9 Good 152 Reviews

2012 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley

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“Came here after a concert one night and had a very pleasant experience, food was delicious and drinks were well crafted. I dropped a photo strip that was important to me and reached out to the establishment via their website and they found the photos and set them aside for me.”

28 House of Curries

3.9 Good 169 Reviews

2984 College Avenue, Berkeley

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“Good cheap eats. Sort of fun to get your own chai, as much as you want.”

29 Viks Chaat

3.6 Good 544 Reviews

2390 Fourth Street, Berkeley

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“Clean efficient great for gathering (outdoors) or to grab and go. The food is fresh with dishes like dosa, made to order. Indian food is part of my heritage, so the grocery store next door is a bonus.”