48 Best Indian Restaurants in San Diego

“as I walked in, I noticed the cleanliness of the restaurant. Then the visual menu helped me with what I wanted to order. The ambiance is perfect! The assistant from the young man was awesome! The food!!! MashaAllah! It is Soo good. I love spicy 🌶️ The chili naan. mmmmm“

“Highly recommended for family outings and great comfort food“

“Very excellent taste. Serving is good but only issue is with drinking water“

“Great conversation with the owner here today about how this style of food benefits our bodies and being a healthy option to cook at home. Very personable and relatable! I will be back“

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

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cozy ambience, great Bhangra music, delicious food, and excellent customer service. These dishes were cooked with love and the overall energy of this place is so welcoming and relaxed. Will definitely keep coming back with my fam. 💛“

“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’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“

“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.“

“best in the town“

“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!“

“Absolutely amazing experience! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a welcoming ambiance. The food was beyond delicious—every dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The service was impeccable, with attentive and friendly staff who made sure we had everything we needed especially Upwinder. Highly recommend, and I can’t wait to come back“

“This is what got me hooked on Indian food. They're food is delicious and very fairly priced. The mango lassi is tasty, its a must have with the meal. I've been to numerous Indian restaurants and none of them have come close. I've been to 10 consecutive year michelin restaurants in Thailand, and yes it was delicious, but this place had slightly beat it. So its got to be that good. 10/10 recommended I've taken my friend's and they all love it too“

“Chicken Pakora was fried to perfection with tender chicken inside. A must-try!“

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

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

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

“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.“

“We started coming here about 6 years ago. This place is always one of our favorites. Zubin is a great chef and a great host. He treats us like friends every time we come in. The food and atmosphere is perfect 100% of the time. Easy five stars on this one“

“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!“

“Recently moved into the neighborhood & I’m SO HAPPY to know there’s an excellent Himalayan/Northern Indian/Nepali restaurant here! Plenty of leftovers. Service was great. Atmosphere was lovely. I’ll definitely be back to try more dishes.“

“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“

“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“

“My girlfriend and I eat here at least once a week, it’s our favorite restaurant in South Park. The samosa slims, butter chicken, naan, latkes, and so much more are perfect every single time. The staff is super friendly and we feel right at home“

“Omg!!! The coconut Margarita is a game changer!!!! Staff is so friendly, and very welcoming! Get your butt I’m here and try this amazing concoction!!!“

“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!“

“Great service, quality, value and warm atmosphere .“

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

“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.“

“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)“

“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!“

“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!“

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

“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!“

“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…. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻“

“And again I must update my review. It's been a few years since I visited this place, and in the past it wasn't a good experience. I went here this week with a co-worker and it's back to being excellent. I'm glad management picked things back up and brought the standard back up.

This place is, with a large margin, my favorite food on the planet. They took my indian food virginity originally, and since then I've tried a dozen or more different places, I had no idea how rare this place truly was until I moved away to another state.

I honestly can say I would choose this food to eat each day for the rest of my life if I had only one choice.“

“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!“

“The food here is delicious, the portion size pretty good especially since I got their lunch special. My usual is their chicken tikka masala and chicken vindaloo. I gave 4 stars for service since they only gave me my order, there was no silverware or napkins (if they weren't going to provide it in the bag they should have asked me) nor their chutney. I do highly recommend their food and will be back again.“

“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!“