34 Best Indian Restaurants near La Jolla

“Love their Punjabi by Nature Bowl! Probably one of the fastest foods on campus, the staff (especially Yamhara) is very friendly and the food is consistently excellent, with stable portion sizes and pricing over the years. My #1 place to get lunch at UCSD.“

“Honestly, such a good experience! The food was really good and had so much flavor, and everything came out fresh. The staff was really nice and welcoming too. Definitely recommend this place if you’re looking for good Indian food. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Delightful, authentic, fresh, delicious and flavorful! This place is too drawer! Soooo gooood!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great service, and a nice atmosphere. Excellent lunch specials at only $8.99. Choice of two entrées, served with naan and a drink. Delicious food at an unbeatable price.Overall experience was excellent. Will definitely be back!“

“Tired of the same old dining experience? Craving a symphony of flavors that dance on your taste buds? Look no further than Sattvik Foods, where every meal is a standing ovation for your senses. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted with the warm, aromatic embrace of spices that promises a culinary adventure. The decor? A tasteful blend of modern chic and traditional charm—think Bollywood meets Broadway. Now, let's talk food. All curries here are so velvety smooth. The Samosas are crisp little parcels of joy, hiding spiced potatoes and peas that pack a punch. And the service? Impeccable. The staff navigates the bustling dining room with the grace of seasoned performers, ensuring your glass is never empty and your plate is always full. Whether you're a spice novice or a seasoned curry connoisseur, Sattvik Foods' consistently scrumptious offerings will have you singing its praises. Just be prepared to book your encore performance—you'll definitely want to return for an encore!“

“We catered food from this place for our daughter's Wedding in San Diego. Tandoori Group's food was delicious in All our events with different varieties it was exceptional experience :) Varun and his team was THE Best Catering Service so professional courteous and they go out of their way to accommodating to our each Event needs. I will Highly recommend Varun and his team for small or large group of any Events, they are the Best in San Diego, CA Area with Best food and Superb Service and professional and friendly Team :) Thank you Varun ...Appreciated your Wonderful Services and Amazing Food“

“5 stars from me, because it's perfect until it isn't.“

“I’m in love with biryani here vegetarian biryani I tried at 100places but finally I quit eating vegetable biryani But this place when I tried I loved it Will never go anywhere if I want vegetarian biryani this is my only place to go Plus another thing I love their chats samosa chat and aloo tikki chat Aloo tikki chat is my favourite one Haven’t tried anything else yet but will update if I will tried some another dishes 💯 recommended“

“I happened to be in the North Park area today when I came across this place on Google Maps. It immediately caught my attention because it's a non-profit restaurant dedicated to serving healthy, high-quality food to the community, so I decided to give it a try.

What a great decision! The food was outstanding—the quality of both the ingredients and the preparation exceeded my expectations. The service was also among the best I've experienced in California.

What truly makes this place special, though, is the owner. He personally came over to check whether I was enjoying my meal, and we ended up having a wonderful conversation. He explained that he's actually a scientist in the pharmaceutical field whose true passion is cooking. He realized he could make a meaningful impact on the community by offering nutritious, high-quality food at an affordable price, and that's exactly why he started this project.

If you're in the area, you absolutely have to stop by. I'm confident your experience will be just as memorable as mine.“

“Madras Cafe Indian Restaurant & Catering is a nice choice if you’re looking for flavorful South Indian food in San Diego, especially if you enjoy dosa, idli, vada, biryani, and traditional Indian curries. The menu has a good variety, so it works well when a group has different preferences.

What stood out most is the dosa selection. The masala dosa, Mysore-style dosa, rava dosa, and other varieties give the restaurant a stronger South Indian identity than a typical Indian restaurant. The idli and vada are also good options if you want something lighter. Their menu also includes vegetarian curries such as chana masala, dal fry, bhindi fry, paneer dishes, and vegetable biryani.

The food can be very flavorful and satisfying, although experiences with service and wait times seem to vary. Recent customer feedback includes people praising the authentic flavors, dosa, coffee, and friendly service, while some customers have complained about longer waits for orders.

I also like that it isn't limited to one style of Indian food. Someone who wants vegetarian food can find plenty of choices, while another person in the same group can order chicken, goat, lamb, or seafood. That makes it convenient for groups with different tastes.“

“Awesome spot! Bill for 2 was 40 before tip (one dish each and chai). Food was awesome and follows the time tested combo of grab a protein, put a bunch of curry in it, and stack it on carbs.

Definitely recommend for something unique!!!“

“Excellent place for Indian food. Very quick service and great taste.“

“The Paneer Biryani was an absolute delight. The fragrant blend of spices and the perfectly cooked paneer made each bite a burst of flavor. The rice was fluffy, and the paneer was tender and generously portioned. The balance of spices was just right, providing a wonderful depth of flavor without overwhelming the palate.“

“Best Indian Restaurant in town! Excellent food and customer service. I have been visiting this place since 2018 and went back to dine in after more than year (ordered pickup and delivery during this time) due to covid. Same delicious food and dine in experience!“

“best in the town“

“the food was very very very gooooooddd..“

“We were on vacation, we Found India Place restaurant, I B2 Recommend This Place . Fast Service Nice Staff , Good food . 04/24/2023“

“The food was just great. Choice of spicy-ness offered; the portion is filling. The ambience was just as great: calm music, nice decorations, and clean. And the service was also awesome: personable, fr“

“Great place. Wonderful food, unique, spicy but not too spicy. Great staff.“

“Im into streetfood cooking,a vegetarian foogie & Im huge critic of Indian restaurants in San Diego ,I was pleasantly blown away by the taste of Samosa & Aloo tikki chaat, pics dont do justice! The samosa was Even WARM inspite of the doordash travel time.They were sheer delicious & I wl be back to try more for sure!“

“We had a fantastic experience at Curiosity and would absolutely recommend it. We stopped in just looking for a small bite and ended up trying several things from the happy hour menu because everything sounded so good.

The curry mac and cheese was delicious, the naan bruschetta was amazing, and the mango wings were excellent. The Indian-spiced street corn may have been my favorite. It was absolutely incredible and packed with flavor.

The happy hour 3-5pm daily was also one of the best values we have found. It was not just a good happy hour, it was incredibly affordable. Several happy hour items were around $5. Many mixed drinks amd beers were $5, and I believe the wings were around $8 during our visit. For the quality of the food, portions, and flavors, the prices were amazing. It made it easy to order a few different dishes and try a little of everything without spending a lot.

We also took home chicken tikka masala with saffron rice for our daughter, and that was excellent as well. The saffron rice was especially good, and the chicken tikka masala had great flavor.

Beyond the food, Curiosity is a really cute place. Great atmosphere and decor, very clean, friendly and attentive staff, and amazing prices for the quality of the food. Parking was fairly easy when we visited, and I also appreciated seeing an accessible ramp for anyone who needs it.

Great food, super affordable happy hour prices, and a fun atmosphere. If you're looking for Indian-inspired food, a great happy hour, or somewhere to grab a few small plates and try different flavors, Curiosity is definitely worth checking out. We'll absolutely be back.“

“We absolutely love Urban India. a group of us get together and have friends night out here about once a month. My hubby and I have birthday dinners and date nights here. The atmosphere is beautiful and quiet. The food is delicious! Chicken Tika Masala, Cheesy Garlic Naan and the Bullet Naan are soooo good! The Coconut curry is one of our favorites as well! The staff is friendly and attentive. We always have a wonderful time here!“

“The food was just great. Choice of spicy-ness offered; the portion is filling. The ambience was just as great: calm music, nice decorations, and clean. And the service was also awesome: personable, fr“

“I went to Royal India yesterday for Mothers Day and had a wonderful satisfying meal. I highly recommend the Lamb Biryanis and the Vegetable Korma. Both were excellent. It was very busy and they were a little short staffed but our food was delivered to our table within 20 minutes of ordering it and our server was very attentive. We will definitely be back!“

“If I was on death row and I had one last meal, it would be their murgh makhani with garlic naan and rice pudding. This is easily my favorite Indian food place.“

“We love their food. The lamb curry and chicken tikka masala were so delicious 😋“

“Genuinely surprised on how good this place was I’ve been to many Indian food places and this one takes the cake. The service was fast the waiter was so nice and the portions were big I was more than satisfied please if you can give it try.(ps. The mango lassi comes in a big glass extra points)“

“Everything about this place is amazing!!! Authentic Pakistani food, great clean ambiance, and super friendly staff!! Must try their beef haleem and seekh kebabs!!“

“The food was just great. Choice of spicy-ness offered; the portion is filling. The ambience was just as great: calm music, nice decorations, and clean. And the service was also awesome: personable, fr“

“I know nothing about the seating arrangements, pricing (high or low…I’m from out of town, and door dashed). All I know is the food I ordered chicken samosa, veggie samosa, chicken biryani, garlic naan and tikka masala (spicy with chicken) is some of the best Indian food that I’ve had on this side of the world. Highly recommend!“

“Great ambience! I got the mango lassi, samosa, chicken korma along with rice and naan. All was seasoned perfectly! Cooked nice and fresh I am very satisfied with my dinner and recommend these options! I was also given lentil soup complimentary and was very surprised at the umami flavor, next time I will be sure to get a bowl. I had plenty leftover and look forward to eating at this location again.“

“Celebrating a Milestone for a family member, one of my favorite types cuisine....I would go back again !!!“

“We have ordered catering menu for my birthday here. Subha was accommodating. We specifically requested Chicken 65 be dry without sauce and chili fish with less sauce. And they have honored the request. Veg fried rice, chicken 65 and Rasamalai stood out and every guest mentioned food was really good. Our tummies were good next day without irritations, that we usually experience with restaurant foods. Price seems to be reasonable. Do try their catering..“

“I ordered through doordash to the hotel we were staying at close by and I ordered the veggie samosas, cheese naan and tomato soup. They made the best tomato soup I've EVER HAD IN MY ENTIRE LIFE. This was so delicious. My husband was impressed as well and we had to fight over the soup. Sooo yummy, will eat here again.“