22 Best Indian Restaurants near Lafayette

“Decided to go to the lunch buffet on a Sunday afternoon, and I'm glad that we did because the service was exceptional and the food was delicious. The vibe is relaxing, welcoming, and clean. They have plenty of natural light due to the many windows facing the parking lot. We walked in and the host greeted us immediately. He was friendly and asked us if we would like buffet or to order from the menu. We chose the buffet, well and the menu... My husband ordered saag chicken and garlic naan off of the menu, we were not disappointed. The food was very fresh and well seasoned. My favorites were the Eggplant Masala and the Tandoori Vegetables. The eggplant was very flavorful and it went really well with the garlic naan. The tandoori vegetables were cooked perfectly, still a slight crunch to them, very tasty. I couldn't decide between a mango lassi and a chai, so I got both... no regrets! So satisfying. They have a full bar and much to my husbands delight, they have 805 on tap. Our waiter returned to check on us and fill our water multiple times during lunch. I could see stopping here on the way home from the office to grab dinner and have a drink while the traffic dies down.“

“Very good food with good service. Definitely, recommend for a visit“

“Wide variety of Indian menu items - South Indian as well as traditional North Indian. Spacious and warm ambiance. Service was good, although they seemed a bit overwhelmed when we were there as the restaurant was very full. Fish curry was nice. The uttampam was pretty good too. Would go there again. The owner and server made an effort to take care of us and that is appreciated.“

“We decided to try Methi for the first time tonight and it was EXCELLENT. We had the tikka masala, bhindi masala, aloo gobi, and naan / rice. We couldn’t stop commenting about how delicious everything was. 10/10 - one of our best Indian meals!“

“The best Momos and butter chicken and many other things you will eat in Berkeley. Have been living here since 4 years and I make it a point to walk down to the Resturant from the hills at least twice a week for their delicious food. The food tastes like what we eat at home, spices are a perfect blend, and the produce always taste fresh. Khendu & Gopal, the hard working couple behind the Resturant are super friendly and very kind.
It’s very close to University so you all see a lotta kids come for a hot meal & the love the couple have these kids is so beautiful.
I highly recommend Momo Masala. Our favorite place in Berkeley !“

“Thrilled to have a one-stop Indian store in Alameda! I'm so excited to have discovered a comprehensive Indian store in Alameda, conveniently stocked with all the essentials we need.

The store offers an impressive range of food options, including delicious home-style North Indian dishes that remind me of authentic flavors. This has been a lifesaver, especially during our kitchen renovation when cooking at home was a challenge.

Previously, we had to travel to Fremont for small items, but now we can find everything we need right here in our own town! Kudos to the store for catering to the local Indian community's needs and providing a welcoming shopping experience. I'm grateful for the convenience and variety they offer, and I look forward to continued patronage.
Only one little suggestion to keep some Indian veggies including curry leaves , green chilies etc“

“The best Indian food in the east bay!“

“Awesome to have a quick, clean, and tasty Indian restaurant in town. Pani puri, malai kofta, and garlic naan were all great. This is quick and easy North Indian fare. Service is exceptional and while busy, I didn’t have to wait for a table for 1. If you are looking for Indian food in Berkeley, this is a solid choice.“

“Great experience overall. The food was distinctive and the ambience is that of the best Indian restaurants I've been to. I would absolutely recommend going here. A go to dish is the gobhi Manchurian. Basically Chinese spiced friend cauliflower.“

“Nice place for all so visit it.“

“Wonderful authentic Indian cuisine served by a fine group of people.“

“Ordered karai gosht:
Pros: Meat pieces were actual meat pieces, not fat or bone.
Nan was nice and hot and fresh.
Cons: Seems the meat was pre-boiled and the curry was put together by mixing a tomato base and some spices, so it lacked the taste you get at home.
Also ordered samosa chat later.
Pros: The samosas were ok tasting. I had to use provided sauce to make them taste better though.
Cons: The accompanying chick peas are not chat! They were simply curried chick peas. Chat is supposed to be yogurt based with an onion tomato garnish.
Mango lassi.
Give this a miss. It's too watery and no way can be classified as mango lassi.
Suggested recipe: Get a tin of mango pulp, put in blender. Put in natural yogurt, around 50-50 of both ingredients. Blend. That's what I call mango lassi.“

“Came in on a Saturday morning for lunch. We were a little early and it took them 10 minutes to get all the food out for buffet but well worth the wait. Food was excellent! Definitely recommend. Chicken tandoori was delicious. And don’t even get me started on the saag or carrot pudding.“

“Absolutely delicious South Indian menu. Sambar was so flavorful, idlis were soft fluffy and rava kesari tasted great too. Portion sizes are large and filling. Filter coffee was so good! Highly recommend this place if you are in the area. I really appreciate that they use compostable cutlery and plates. Very welcoming ambience“

“The signature Momo dumplings were outstanding, fresh flavor with a beautiful savory sauce. Lamb shank was melt off the bone deliciousness. awesome outdoor seating & excellent friendly service“

“I ordered the Chicken Karahi and Mughlai Lamb Biryani. Both were spicy as requested and had very strong flavors which I love. Staff was very friendly and helpful navigating the menu and describing the difference between similar dishes. I will be back again.

Vegetarian options: Half vegetarian half non-vegetarian“

“Great people and extremely satisfying food. It was just what we wanted and we will be back soon and undoubtedly regularly thereafter. Five stars for sure. Thanks!“

“I have eaten several times in this restaurant. It is elegant enough to have a meeting or friends reunion, and reasonably priced for students. You may treat yourself for a 'tandoori' delicious dish, or just go vegetarian. The owners are almost always there and give a nice atmosphere to the place. I just love this restaurant! Decoración elegante · Restaurantes económicos · Cosy atmosphere · Comida excelente · Opciones saludables · Raciones grandes“

“Halal!! Not sure what to make of this place; food was good; we had the Papadi chaat: not bad; the papas was a bit hard; and there Saturday special: Chicken 65 Calupa: very tasty; the chalup is like a thick puri and the small mango cubes were a good touch

Atmosphere: very small tables and not enough for even 3 people; they also done do a good job of cleaning after someone leaves; it’s up to you to do it;
There is no service as you have to order on kiosk and menu is a bit confusing…“

“I eat here atleast 2x a week, the buffet is always full of great choices , and the chicken biryani is a must. The star of the show here is definitely Jerry thank you for always taking care of our family and providing the best customer service !!“

“First of all, you guys need a SM page, like Instagram or what not. I’m ready to tag you on my IG page because our family’s favorite dish is the Aloo Gobi??????❤️ the flavors are CONSISTENT, and though costs is mentionable, it’s a La carte service that delivers excellent Indian food! Shaan we love you, and so sorry what happened to your store front. I hope this review helps! Everyone, EVERYTHING IS GOOD! But make SURE you try the Aloo Gobi! (I could eat that stuff by itself and by MYself). There’s a parking lot FREE behind Peet’s coffee.“

“Great food! Nice, friendly staff!“