26 Best Indian Restaurants near Lafayette

“Found this place on Reddit after searching up “best Indian lunch buffet in east bay” and it exceeded expectations! As someone who’s always jealous of the Indian food options in South Bay, I’m so grateful that I now have a go to option in the east bay! Variety of food was perfect, each dish was flavorful, the environment and service was relaxed, and the highlight was the naan (best naan I’ve ever had)! It’s only $20 as well!! I don’t think some of the past negative reviews are relevant anymore and I’ll certainly be back.“

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

“Food was delicious, we ordered “medium” spice and it was a little too mild for our taste so we’ll order spicy next time. Had Lamb Vindaloo, Chicken Tikka and Veggie Korma with Butter Naan and Indian Pickles, so we kept it simple. Great flavors and everything was very fresh and hot. Restaurant well lit and very pleasant decor, and service was excellent. Highly recommend.“

“I went at 8:10PM (20 minutes before closing), and they treated me so kindly and let me stay and eat past the closing time. I had a great experience because not only was the food delicious, so was the service, ambiance, and treatment. The food is 100% made with love and you can taste it.“

“Great authentic bengali food presented In a home style and cozy manner. owners r very friendly. Their Illish macher jhol is to die for. I have been there 10+ time and their food makes me happy all the time.“

“Dallas has some amazing food, and I've tried a lot of dishes, but I have to give a special shoutout to the naan! It was truly one of the best I've ever had in the USA. The quality was so good, I ended up eating several pieces just because of the incredible taste and texture. I highly recommend everyone try the naan!“

“Absolutely delicious cuisines, lovely ambience, excellent customer service and friendly staff. 100% recommend!! ❤️“

“I am Chinese but I am not new to India food. Among all India buffet in the Tri-Valley area, I would give Pakka Local the highest ranking with their authenticity, taste, ambiance, and variety.

Their Dragon Chicken has a very different flavor than the tandoori style and a must-try. The masala dosa is my other favorite. For $25 lunch buffet over the weekend, we even have finger millet ragi sangati, mango lassi, and shrimp curry. I cannot think of another buffet place that offers that many high quality authentic food options.

For every dish that I am not aware of, I have been using Claude AI to learn more background of the dish and the appropriate way to appreciate the dish. Well done Pakka Local!

Improvement proposal: Can we have a fish dish (preferably fillet without bone) for buffet? I think Dragon Fish would hit the spot.“

“Simple the best Indian / Nepalese food I have ever had period. +20 yrs in the Bay and we are blessed with so many great options - but this place takes the cake. Service was also stellar. It is now my go-to for Indian food. Garlic Naan, Saag Paneer and Tandoori Chicken fantastic.“

“Wonderful food on a comfortable patio with very friendly staff. Thumbs up 👍🏾“

“Nice place for all so visit it.“

“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.“

“It was the only Indian restaurant with an all day buffet or AYCE and on a Sunday that at least I could find in the Bay Area and for a reasonable price: under $25 including garlic naan (& tax.) I expected extra dishes but the dishes that were there were very tasty and filling. The hostess/server was very friendly. I was in love with the decor and the atmosphere was great with light music and a cosy feeling. Overall it’s a place I see myself going again.“

“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“

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

“I went to the post office next door and decided to go in to buy some curry to make chicken with curry, and I found a small restaurant there. I decided to have lunch there; the food was typically Indian, with Indian spices. For my palate, it was strong because it was spicy, and I have stomach problems with spicy food. For those who like well-made and clean homemade Indian food, I recommend the place; it's clean, the food is clean, and the preparation is clean.“

“Pretty good tasty for what indian q in walnut creek concord way . Good service semi friendly and respectful staff . I would recommend it . In good cost $ depending on how much budget is . I’m glad went here they also due uber or dorrdash easts“

“The four of us ordered three appetizers and three main dishes and they were all very delicious. They brought the appetizers first and that was good because we were getting pretty hungry. They also gave us a crispy bread with some green and red sauce on the house. We sat in a cozy booth in the corner. We will definitely check out this place again!“

“This restaurant offers a wide variety of delicious dishes and has an incredibly friendly staff. The food is absolutely fantastic, especially the dosa and filter coffee.

I had the pleasure of interacting with Mr. Hardeep, Gurdeep, Siddhu, and Shivangi, who were all incredibly helpful and accommodating. They made sure that I had a wonderful experience.

Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant. It’s a must-visit, especially if you’re in San Ramon. Don’t miss out on trying their amazing food!“

“Fantastic & authentic yogurt rice! (The TS comes in large portions, I couldn’t finish a single large TS.)

I consider myself a bit of an Indian yogurt connoisseur, and I believe this is the closest to home-style ThayirSadam that I’ve eaten in the US :)

The owner cares a lot about the food and experience, and took time to walk me through the menu and his story. (He told me how his son painted the mural with elements from his childhood and the restaurant’s theme — that was pretty cool!)

I will be back to try the other snack items.“

“November 13th, around 4:50 PM aimlessly walking around decovering new places to see and dine in when I stumbled upon ANARKALI ( Pakistani/Halal/Indian ) The lady who took my order made me feel like I was the only one there (even though I was for a while) She made sure I toured the restaurant/store with a light and easy futter. My order took longer than expected by her, but honestly, I watched her put my meal together, and it was not rushed... She repeatedly apologized, but honestly, I loved the dedication to the craft. Another customer came in as well as a delivery order, but she gave all of us special attention. I loved how I felt in the atmosphere as well as wonderful. The food was prepared. 5 out of 5 stars 💜💜💜💜💜 Thank you for a wonderful experience!!!!“

“Absolutely amazing experience at Momo and Curry! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and welcoming. The food was outstanding—authentic Indian and Nepali flavors that truly hit the spot. The momos were perfectly steamed and packed with flavor, and the curries were rich, aromatic, and cooked to perfection.

The staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was just right. Portions were generous, prices were reasonable, and every dish tasted fresh and delicious.

If you’re craving genuine Indian and Nepali cuisine, Momo and Curry is definitely the place to go. Highly recommended—I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“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.“

“I recently catered food from Hyderabadi Biryani House for a gathering of 20 people, and I couldn’t be more impressed. The packing was absolutely perfect—neat, secure, and kept everything hot and fresh.

Every single guest raved about the food! The spice level was just right, striking the perfect balance of flavor and heat. Their chilli chicken, fire cracking chicken, and dum biryani were truly mind-blowing—packed with authentic taste and aromatic goodness.

This is hands-down the best Indian food I’ve had in the Bay Area. Highly recommend for both catering and dine-in.“

“Great food and nice service. I recommend all to try and sure you will love it.“

“I stumbled across this place after officiating a wedding nearby, and I'm so happy about it! I'm currently sitting in my car afterwards with a full and contented tummy.

I decided to have Thalia as I didn't know what it was. To my delight, it was several small bowls with scrumptious dishes.

The lamb in coconut was so tender. The creamed spinach was incredible and the veggies with perfectly flavored, allowing their natural flavor to shine. The channa massala was nice and spicy, maybe medium level. It kicked but was still full flavored. The yogurt side was so good that I ate it alone, lol. The rice pudding was delicate, a perfect balance to the full flavors of the other dishes. And the na'an was to die for!

Nita, my server, was such a sweetheart! I can see why this place has been around for 18 years with such excellent service and food!!“