50 Best Indian Restaurants near Orinda

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

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

“beat indian and nepali resturent in albany area.free parking and delicious food.highly recommended“

“Coworkers and I were actually looking for a different restaurant, got lost, decided to eat here and I am so glad we did because this place is DELICIOUS. The naan bread was SO good, crispy and chewy and fresh. I had the veggie korma, my coworkers had chicken curry dishes, we all had rice, everyone was delighted. I got a mango lasse to go and it too was fantastic. Our waiter was very nice too and we were served quickly. Total stroke of luck to wind up in front of this place, since we all want to go again soon.“

“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.“

“love this place. Food is fresh and delicious. Owner is also very hospitable and always greets us with a warm 😃“

“great food & atmosphere! 5 stars!!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Best In Bay area.“

“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“

“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!“

“The chaat at Chandni Chowk was amazing! 😍 It was fresh, flavorful, and had the perfect mix of spicy, tangy, sweet, and crunchy flavors. Everything tasted so good and authentic. The portion was great, the presentation was nice, and the place was clean. Loved the food and the friendly service. Definitely a great spot for chaat lovers! 🌶❤“

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

“Grabbed a quick bite to eat with my husband, we had some Mango Lassi smoothies and chicken samosas. DELICIOUS!“

“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!“

“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.“

“7/5/25

The food was amazing! Delicious. It was expensive for an Indian restaurant. But u understand since it’s in a prime location. The staff were kind and friendly. They gave honest recommendations about what to order and the potions. I would definitely go back! :)

8/30
Been here a few times, Edward was an amazing server. And Salman (General Manager) was a wonderful host :)“

“Recently moved to the area, been searching for a spot that made a good chicken tikka masala and this place knocks it out of the park! Seriously so good. Good portion, good sauce, if you don’t like spicy order the mild. I ordered medium and it’s a bit spicy! Cant complain, just a heads up. The butter naan is soooo good, really ties it all together. Wish it was a fragrant white rice but can’t go wrong with plain white rice as a base. Highly recommend this spot for chicken tikka masala!!!“

“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.“

“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. 👍“

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

“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.“

“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“

“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“

“I have been getting take outs from them for sometime now . Whatever u order usually comes out great . M a simple guy i dont like to change much of what i eat but the one time i felt adventurous and tried their malai chicken i thank god that i was able to do that cause it was just amazing and the flavors made me almost cry it is a literal perfection of the food i grew up eating . thanks a lot please keep cooking yummy food like this“

“Delicious food , best Momo in the Bay Area“

“The food was excellent. We had the lamb curry, saag paneer, & chicken vindaloo. All we very tasty. Well seasoned and prepared well. The naan was also excellent. The outside seating is very pleasant. Service was a bit slow, but it was a busy Saturday night and the staff was working very hard and super friendly. I'll be back!“

“This restaurant made sure I don't miss Indian food in the US. Surely gonna visit again if I am in Oakland“

“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.“

“Best food in town. If you love Indian food then you should go and try their authentic Indian food. I am pretty much sure that you won’t be disappointed. I give them 5 out of 5.“

“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!!!!“

“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.“

“Good food, I always like to eat over here because food are soo good and tasty, momo is best and chowmein too“

“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.“

“Marigold has become my go to Indian spot in Temescal! The owner is an incredibly kind and welcoming woman who always takes good care of her customers. I have been obsessed with the Madras Chicken in particular. They also have a great lunch special with rice, naan, and choice of two entrees for an unbeatable price.“

“Really great food. They have many vegan and gluten free options. Even if it isn’t marked vegan on the menu, they can often make substitutions to make it vegan for you. The staff is friendly and helpful. We’ve eaten here 3-4 times, as take out and dining in. I recommend this as your go-to Indian restaurant in Oakland.“

“Delicious food at a very good price. Highly recommend.“

“Words cand describe how delicious this food was! Not my first time either! 10 out of 10 for me! VERY FRIENDLY AND ATTENTIVE STAFF! Make you feel so comfortable OMG IM DEFINITELY GOING BACK! 🤤🤤🤤🤤♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️“

“Excellent food good and fast service.“

“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.“

“Best Food by Chef Jay... Good place for Indian cuisine, If you are craving for Indian food this is the place to be... Best food reasonably priced...“

“Just finished a wonderful family dinner here. Had a mix of dishes each were well-spiced and cooked perfectly. The naan was buttery soft and the garlic was freshly chopped. The restaurant was extremely clean and well-lit and the service was attentive and kind. We left with full bellies as I couldn’t stop eating one more taste and with the generous portions we have some leftovers for tomorrow I am already looking forward too! Can’t wait to try more of their dishes!“

“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.“

“Great Experience. Loved delicious food and great service.“

“Really wholesome tasting food. All dishes I ordered were full of flavor and reminded us of the traditional food my family makes at home. The fragrance and taste were both really inviting. Both the vegetarian and meat dishes were delicious.

Pricing is also very good, especially for the flavorful and well made food. If you like your food spicy, ask for it. Default spice local is somewhat mild.

Will definitely visit again when I'm in the area.“

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

“We stopped by East Bay Spices while we were at a concert at the Greek Theatre in Berkeley, and we’re so glad we did. The cocktails were amazing, and the food was delicious. I tried the paneer tacos and my wife had the empanada — we both really enjoyed everything.

The staff was very friendly, and even though the food took a little longer than expected, the quality was absolutely worth it. Special thanks to the bartender and the whole team for the great experience. We’ll definitely be back!“

“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!“