31 Best Indian Restaurants near Poway

“Love the Shrimp 🍤 Curry along with great customer service“

“Highly recommended for family outings and great comfort food“

“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!“

“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!“

“We’ve been coming here for years, and it’s hands down our favorite Indian restaurant. The food is always delicious—fresh, flavorful, and consistently great no matter what we order. The staff are warm and welcoming, and they always make us feel at home. It’s the kind of place where you know you’ll have a good meal every single time. We feel lucky to have it in our neighborhood.“

“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“

“One of my favorite places to go for buttered chicken or tikka masala. And that himalyan special naan of theirs is quite wonderful to dip in curry. Eating there has its perks as well, first time having lentil soup and it was delicious and it was included for free.“

“Excellent beautiful extravagant just magnificent they take their time in cooking healthy food“

“Specifically came for their thali. Ordered 3 different thalis and they ALL were equally 5* fantastic. Owner Mr Ramesh and his staff were welcoming. Restaurant was clean. I’d recommend this restaurant as an overall place to eat.“

“I have had the Privilege of eating at Madras Cafe a few times now and The Rava Masala Dosa is the best I have had in the San Diego area. Ive also had the Idili as well and they are good too.
I will definitely eat here again if Im in the area. Thanks“

“I had such an amazing experience at this Indian restaurant! From the moment I walked in, the staff were warm, welcoming, and attentive without being overbearing. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, perfect for both a casual night out or a special occasion.

The food was absolutely outstanding—full of flavor, rich spices, and perfectly balanced. Every dish tasted fresh and authentic. I especially loved the Chicken Curry Stir Fry. It was hands down the best I’ve ever had! The naan was soft and fresh out of the oven, and the portions were generous without being overwhelming. And don't get me started about the lunch buffet - AMAZING!!!!!

What stood out most was the attention to detail and the pride they clearly take in their food and service. You can tell this is a place that cares deeply about giving guests a wonderful dining experience.

I’ll definitely be coming back again and again, and I’d highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for truly delicious Indian cuisine!“

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

“Great service and never heard and delicious dishes in San Diego!“

“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.“

“Oh my gosh! I FINALLY went here and was not disappointed... I only had both types of dal and a mango lassi ...all were REALLY wonderful and VERY fresh tasting. I will be back!“

“For context, I was born and grew up in Delhi. Got it for my dad who was visiting and we picked up the Dhaba Chicken Curry which was excellent. Closest to authentic Delhi food I've had in SD. Shout-out to the naans which were exactly what I would expect in Delhi. My dad also gives it 5 stars!“

“This is a great spot. living space is comfortable and staff are really kind“

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

“Try everything if you haven't but my absolute favorite from their kitchen is the chicken marsala, samosas, curry, and garlic naan (OMG)!“

“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“

“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.“

“Just had a great lunch with my wife and mother-in-law. My mushroom jalfrezi, a vegan dish with mushrooms, ginger and onions, dish, was delicious, served with rice, sambar, and garlic naan. My wife enjoyed her shrimp biriyani, but thinks, in general, that the sauces here would benefit from more onions. We will definitely be back soon!“

“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)“

“Awesome food and good hospitality“

“I've only been here once...and I came away VERY impressed...food was VERY tasty and FRESH... service was wonderful and they were so eager to have you enjoy their food. A lovely small neighborhood restaurant. I'll go again!“

“I give 4 stars because service is friendly and food is(but kind of small amount of food): good AND it is hard to find this type of food when all other choices are fast food garbage Literally this place is truly special compared to the norm fried whatever meals you find anywhere & everywhere .“

“The men that work there are super friendly and provide great customer service. The bread of the pizza is crispy and fluffy at the same time. The toppings are generous. However, i didn’t have sauce to give it the flavor you’re looking for. Everyone recommends the butter paneer which was good but the curry chicken has that hint of heat and Indian curry that makes it more unique. It was good but not great enough for me to go back which I am bummed about. Definitely try it as more sauce for me may be a personal preference“

“This place I tired tonight with my family was definitely not a disappointment. The food was really delicious and I will definitely be coming back. Comparing to a new place near by in 4 s ranch it was just okay and won’t be going back (Bahar).
Till next time…. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻“

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

“Just ordered three different pizzas from Tikka Pizza and we immensely enjoyed all of them. Saag Paneer, Pav Bhani, and Butter Chicken were all tasty and faithful tributes to the dishes they’re based on, with the spice taken down a level. While they were excellent fresh, they were even better the day after reheated after the flavors melded a bit.

In addition to tasty pizza, I ordered online and the pizzas were fresh on pick up, and service from the pizza maker was great.

I’ve had Indian pizzas in the Bay Area, and in India, and I am so glad Tikka pizza is here in San Diego as a nice alternative to traditional pizza.“

“It is an absolute gem for dessert lovers! From the moment you walk in, the sweet aroma of freshly baked cakes greets you, creating an inviting and cozy atmosphere. Their selection is both wide and creative — from classic chocolate truffle to unique seasonal flavors, every bite is pure bliss.
Whether you’re celebrating a special event or just craving something sweet, Cake Korner is the perfect spot. Highly recommend giving it a try — it’s a delightful experience every single time!“