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“

“Honestly, such a good experience! The food was really good and had so much flavor, and everything came out fresh. The staff was really nice and welcoming too. Definitely recommend this place if you’re looking for good Indian food. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Delightful, authentic, fresh, delicious and flavorful! This place is too drawer! Soooo gooood!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“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!“

“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!“

“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“

“I’m in love with biryani here vegetarian biryani I tried at 100places but finally I quit eating vegetable biryani But this place when I tried I loved it Will never go anywhere if I want vegetarian biryani this is my only place to go Plus another thing I love their chats samosa chat and aloo tikki chat Aloo tikki chat is my favourite one Haven’t tried anything else yet but will update if I will tried some another dishes 💯 recommended“

“I recently visited Darbar Restaurant with my friends, and I must say it was a wonderful experience. The food was absolutely delicious, especially the rich flavors and fresh ingredients used in every dish. The staff was very polite, friendly, and provided quick service throughout our visit.

The ambiance of the restaurant was clean, comfortable, and perfect for enjoying a meal with family and friends. I was especially impressed by the quality and taste of the food at such reasonable prices.

Highly recommended for anyone looking for tasty food and great hospitality. I will definitely visit again!

— Jatin“

“5 stars from me, because it's perfect until it isn't.“

“Madras Cafe Indian Restaurant & Catering is a nice choice if you’re looking for flavorful South Indian food in San Diego, especially if you enjoy dosa, idli, vada, biryani, and traditional Indian curries. The menu has a good variety, so it works well when a group has different preferences.

What stood out most is the dosa selection. The masala dosa, Mysore-style dosa, rava dosa, and other varieties give the restaurant a stronger South Indian identity than a typical Indian restaurant. The idli and vada are also good options if you want something lighter. Their menu also includes vegetarian curries such as chana masala, dal fry, bhindi fry, paneer dishes, and vegetable biryani.

The food can be very flavorful and satisfying, although experiences with service and wait times seem to vary. Recent customer feedback includes people praising the authentic flavors, dosa, coffee, and friendly service, while some customers have complained about longer waits for orders.

I also like that it isn't limited to one style of Indian food. Someone who wants vegetarian food can find plenty of choices, while another person in the same group can order chicken, goat, lamb, or seafood. That makes it convenient for groups with different tastes.“

“Awesome spot! Bill for 2 was 40 before tip (one dish each and chai). Food was awesome and follows the time tested combo of grab a protein, put a bunch of curry in it, and stack it on carbs.

Definitely recommend for something unique!!!“

“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.“

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

“My family always comes here any time we are in San diego. Its easily the best Nepalese food I've ever had and it's consistently good every single time I'm here. I usually get the buttered chicken or the lamb curry which are always amazing, but I'm sure that anything off the menu is good. The service is good, the workers are kind, the place is clean and it has a nice atmosphere as well. And most importantly the cheese naan is a must.“

“Yosef, Hamza, and the whole team were very attentive to my needs. The atmosphere was calming, and the large crowd indicated why they were drawn to the food. The mixed grill chicken elevated the dining experience to a whole new level. I give this place a high rating.😎“

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

“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.“

“Best Indian Restaurant in town! Excellent food and customer service. I have been visiting this place since 2018 and went back to dine in after more than year (ordered pickup and delivery during this time) due to covid. Same delicious food and dine in experience!“

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

“best in the town“

“I’ve ordered from this place several times, and it’s become one of my go-to spots whenever I’m craving Indian street food. That said, I’ve learned that it can be a bit hit or miss depending on what you order. My absolute favorites are the peri peri fries and the cheese vada pav, I’ve ordered both multiple times, and they always hit the spot. The fries have the perfect amount of spice, and the cheese vada pav is just so satisfying. The papdi chaat was also really good. It was packed well for takeout with all the chutneys kept separate, so everything stayed fresh until I got home. The paneer sandwich had good flavor, but I personally found it a little too greasy. As for the Schezwan noodles, they were freshly made, but the flavor just wasn’t for me. I keep coming back because the dishes I love are really good, even if not everything on the menu is a winner for me.“

“the food was very very very gooooooddd..“

“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 work nearby and we love to come here for lunch. They just added a lunch buffet and it is definitely great for vegetarians with lots of options. There were only three meat dishes which was a little disappointing, but it was still good and well worth the money.“

“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!“

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

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

“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!“

“Favor variety of curries for the one with the other menu items gives this place a strong vote for look curry places. They have creative cocktails that are quite tasty and without lots of sugar sweetener. An appropriate atmosphere for a local stop.One where you feel you are entering into a new dimension.“

“We absolutely love Urban India. a group of us get together and have friends night out here about once a month. My hubby and I have birthday dinners and date nights here. The atmosphere is beautiful and quiet. The food is delicious! Chicken Tika Masala, Cheesy Garlic Naan and the Bullet Naan are soooo good! The Coconut curry is one of our favorites as well! The staff is friendly and attentive. We always have a wonderful time here!“

“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!“

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

“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.“

“They use olive oil, butter, and ghee. I called multiple Indian restaurants locally, and they were the only ones who don't use cheap oil - soybean oil. It makes a difference with taste as well, the food was phenomenal and flavorful. The quality of the food here is really high, and it was such a treat to be able to order anything and have sea food options like calamari!“

“We visited this place multiple times for dinner and loved the food each time.
Recently we had an event at their banquet hall and they have executed everything very well, all the food items were really tasty 😋
And their team has been really accommodating with all our requests, will definitely come back for future events.
I would definitely recommend this place !!“

“Awesome food and good hospitality“

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

“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)“

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

“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 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!“

“I went here for lunch with the whole family on a Saturday. They were out of the Himalayan Chicken Wings, which looked like the most interesting item on the menu so that was disappointing.

The steamed chicken momo was probably my favorite thing that we ordered. The size was a little small and you only get 8 pieces but the taste was one of the best in SoCal. Tandoori was a bit dry.

The bhai who was working at the time was nice and super helpful. 5 stars because of him.“

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

“Really enjoyed this meal at TPK! The burnt garlic fried rice was super fragrant and perfectly seasoned, with just the right smoky flavor. The Schezwan sauce balls had a nice spicy kick and great flavor without being overwhelming.
Definitely worth coming back for !
Certainly not to confuse for curry pizza house franchise!“

“I ordered through doordash to the hotel we were staying at close by and I ordered the veggie samosas, cheese naan and tomato soup. They made the best tomato soup I've EVER HAD IN MY ENTIRE LIFE. This was so delicious. My husband was impressed as well and we had to fight over the soup. Sooo yummy, will eat here again.“

“Pav Vada Bombay sandwich“