50 Best Indian Restaurants near Brookline

“i love their food and so is family i highly recommend them“

“Wow, we are impressed. You all are fantastic. Extremely knowledgeable all home cooked super fresh Indian food. It was absolutely wonderful. They helped with all of our choices and we got to speak to them about their culture and where they were from absolutely wonderful. We will be eating there again. The place is very clean. Everyone is super super friendly I can’t say enough good things my husband and I are foodies. This is definitely a 10 out of 10.“

“stopped by when in town for work. Spice levels were just right, service was fine, and food was great. I can't wait to visit again!“

“Best tandoori chicken I have EVER had. The entire meal was cooked to perfection with spice levels just right..even the extra extra spicy ones!“

“Outstanding Indian food, we are so lucky to have Masala in Union Square.“

“I was in Quincy for a few days visiting family and stumbled upon Tiranga while out for a walk. They serve since of the best Indian food I've ever had. . I'll definitely return next time in in Quincy.“

“india Pizza in Lexington, MA - A Hidden Gem. I recently visited India Pizza in Lexington, MA, for the first time and wasn't sure what to order. I decided on fried chicken and fried vegetable rice, which turned out to be an awesome choice. The rice came out first, and it was fantastic. The chicken was perfectly crisp, just the way I like it, even though I didn't request it that way. The customer service was top-notch—very professional. I only interacted with one staff member, but the service was fast, and I didn't have to wait long for anything. I highly recommend you try their food. I'll definitely be coming back. Excellent service all around! I'm not a person who try different culture foods. The reviews sold me. The Service I received again was top notch 👌 👍“

“Me and my girl have been getting this place almost once a week for the past 6 months. We always get garlic naan, butter chicken or chicken Tikka masala (yeah we white as hell.)

This is hands down the best northern Indian cuisine in Waltham, maybe the entire Northeast. We've had a ton of other restaurants but here everything is straight flavor, fresh, tender & perfectly cooked.

Other than the insane food, the staff have all been friendly & attentive. The atmosphere is also clean and nice enough to bring a significant other for a fancy night.“

“Dinner party for 8, we were a little late but they were very accommodating. We started with Samosas which came with two sauces a chutney and sweet. For entrees, I had the Chicken Biriyani, Chicken Cochin Curry, Palak Paneer, and the Rogan Josh Goat Curry with Garlic Naan. The curries came with a small bowl of white rice. My favorite curry was the Rogan Josh Goat Curry. The meat was tender with spices nicely infused to create a wonderful and smooth taste. I also ordered a Masala Chai which was the perfect temperature to sip! Overall a fantastic experience and would highly recommend. I will be coming back again!“

“Amazing and authentic south Indian food. We had kuzhi paniyaram, podi dosa, egg kothu parotta and parotta with chicken salna - everything tasted great , fresh and felt like you would have it in home.

Highly recommend this restaurant“

“very very Nice food Namaste Spice Arlington MA“

“Great place. Food is great and family owned! 👏👍“

“This is the second time in one week my friend and I have chosen this restaurant as our destination for food, drinks, and merriment and we were not disappointed.The staff is a delight, both times we were greeted with a warm smile and they were very knowledgeable recommending dishes and levels of spice. The naan bread is delicious and the appetizers and entrees we ordered were amazing as well bursting with so much flavor. The cocktails were crafted with precision and so much passion from the wonderful bartender. The live music is great! We definitely recommend Chulo restaurant and plan on returning again and again!“

“Love their dosa and chole bhature !!!!“

“wah ji wah , desi feel was awaken , best food bhaji , guys come here and taste real indian food“

“*rating for Momos only
I tried Momos for the first time
So the server helped me picked up from the menu
I tried Tandoori Momos and it was sooooo good, had to do a takeaway too
Biryanis we ordered were not to the point
They have room for improvements“

“Food was really good and quick delivery“

“Such a great place! I haven’t had goat since I was in India and it tasted just like I was back there! Great mango lassi and chicken tiki masala too!“

“Living nearby, Kantipur has become my go-to every week for quarantine takeout. I've tried all the chicken dishes about 3 times by now and I still can't decide which is the best! But my favorite menu item is the vegetable pakora appetizer. Dip it in the chutney sauce and you'll understand. 🎁🎊“

“Highly recommended for vegetarians in the area craving authentic Indian flavors!
We tried the Samosa Chaat and Vada Pav, and both dishes were absolutely top-notch. The Vada Pav packs a bit of heat—so if you’re sensitive to spice, just a heads-up—but I personally loved the kick. Totally worth it for anyone looking to indulge in bold, flavorful Indian street food.“

“It’s been a while since I had a buffet they did not Disappoint me.“

“Met a group of friends for dinner. They quickly put tables together to accommodate our party of 6. Servicers checked in periodically, but we did not feel rushed. There is a full bar available. When the server brought the bill she made a point of letting us know that the tip was included in the total, which was appreciated.“

“I stopped into Taste of India today and was blown away by the service and the food. The owner is one of the kindest people I’ve met—he took time to make me feel welcome, offered me a sample without hesitation, and explained everything with care. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does and treats every customer like family.

The grilled chicken with sautéed veggies was delicious—perfectly seasoned and cooked just right. Even the mango lassi hit the spot! The flavors were fresh and authentic, and the atmosphere was laid-back and clean.

Definitely one of the best Indian spots I’ve been to. If you're looking for good food and even better people, this is the place. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Vaisakhi is the breath of fresh air that the restaurant scene in this little corner of Brighton and all of Cleveland Circle needs. Finally a sit down, casual Indian place that's reasonably priced and doesn't require half an hour each way on the T to get to! Even on their first day open, their food is better than several of the Indian restaurants in the Boston area that I've eaten at. Tucked away across from the Sutherland Road T stop, you can follow your nose to the doorstep of the restaurant. The interior tastefully restrained, bright colors and some simple paintings above the booths. The space is small, but not cramped and the booth seating at least was very comfortable. The three gentlemen who own/run the front of the house are eager to please. We were seated right away and given water and menus. The menu is comprehensive without being too large and confusing. The vegetarian, and meat sections are both equally sized, so there's plenty of options for both vegetarians and meat eaters alike. My wife and I started out with the vegetable pakoras. These little fritters of batter and veggies were served hot, with a little bit of salty spice powder and dipping sauces. The crunchy shell pairs nicely with the soft veggies inside and tastes amazing when you put a bit of the red onion chutney on it. For our main course we ordered the saag paneer and the dal makhani, two of our favorite vegetarian dishes in Indian cuisine. The dal makhani was subtle, not overly spiced and not overly rich like many I've had. The lentils weren't rock hard or cooked into mush. The star of the show was definitely the saag paneer though. The saag was so wonderfully rich and smooth and spiced perfectly, and the paneer was the perfect texture, not too soft and mushy and now dry and crumbly. We decided to leave room for some desert and tried both the gulab jamun and the kheer. The kheer was a bit under seasoned for my taste, not enough rose water or cardamom and a bit on this thin side, but it served as a nice palate cleanser. The gulab jamun was excellent, the syrup not too sweet or floral and the balls had a nice subtle flavor to them as well. I'm lucky enough to live right around the corner from Vaisakhi, but I would gladly travel a lot further for this food.“

“This is some of the best Indian food if not some of the best food in general I've ever had. Tikli masala flavor was beautiful. I mean realllllyyyyy spot on. Also got the spicy goat. Perfect amount of spice. Only thing I will say is there was a lot of small pebble sized bones I was biting into and it was a bit concerning. Other than that this was truly something special. I would eat here everyday if it could. So good👍“

“Good food we use them for catering events at our place and always perfect as we expect. 5 star“

“The food here is delicious and the service beautiful. We loved it! The lunch specials are not to be missed. Great value!“

“Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. I had Madras Chicken, and plain Naan. Both were great. The room is simple, modern with a friendly cozy feel. The staff were warm and helpful. This place is an instant favorite, and will be part of my regular rotation.“

“A small south Indian food restaurant in Harvard university campus. Limited seating area. We ordered dosa and samosa both were good. Its self service there. I don't recall the price but i think was slightly on the expensive side. They don't give free water (usually restaurants in US provide free water). No additional chutney or sambhar, you have to purchase the same. Food quality good though and you won't miss Indian food while in US :)“

“Sher-A-Punjab is a great spot for authentic Indian food in Boston. The flavors are rich and well balanced and the service is friendly. I especially enjoyed their butter chicken and naan. Definitely a place I'd go back to!“

“Best lunch buffet. I especially like the Palak Paneer (cottage cheese and spinach).“

“Excellent and Indian food with a lot of good choices. Being on the second floor in a building that has a bunch of restaurants on it, it took us a second to find on the street. Prices were not bad considering the amount of food given. Everything was delicious, though I probably would've preferred it if the food was slightly spicier. All in all, I'll definitely be back.“

“Best Indian food in the grester Boston area! It's like eating in Punjab, India.“

“The service is friendly and the prices are very affordable. The food is really delicious and authentic South Indian cuisine. All the dishes were done perfectly and the staff was very kind. One of the best South Indian meals I have ever had.“

“Dosa was very fresh and waiters very kind. The wait staff help you to select flavors and keep your water glass filled.“

“This was the first time I had food from the Indian Kitchen. I ordered take-out. It was ready in a timely manner. The staff were very friendly. The mild chicken & lamb curries and the garlic naan were delicious. I will definitely be back.“

“Visiting Boston with my wife for a few days and we dined at Shanti. What a great find, cosy atmosphere, good menu, excellent food and first class service. Strongly recommend to all!“

“First time. Good choice. Well served. Worth a visit.“

“OMG, this is the absolute best Indian food! Take out because it's a workday, happy taste buds because the dishes are perfectly prepared and seasoned. Today we ordered Paneer Tikka Masala, Chicken Biryani and Peshawari Naan. If you have an opportunity to try them out, you will not be disappointed. Yum, Yum, YUM!!!“

“Quaint, great service. It was a little chilly. The food was 10/10!“

“Good delicious food enjoyed“

“Delicious food, quality ingredients. Gracious service!“

“Excellent buffet, along with excellent customer service and courteous demeanpr“

“Amazon food every time. Buffet is fresh and hot and always changes“

“The food was AMAZING!! Our server was quick and checked up on us frequently. If you are looking for quality Indian food I highly recommend coming here and having their pani puri! 100000000/10 would pay millions to come here for the first time again“

“My husband and I absolutely LOVED our meals. Looking forward to many future orders! Highly recommend the chicken tikka masala, veggie samosas, veggie momo, and chicken curry! Can’t wait to try more items on the menu next time :)“

“The food was excellent. There was a fair amount of heat and spice, but it was balanced nicely with well-developed flavors. Even on a 95 ° f day, outside dining was comfortable because of the strong cross breeze and shade.“

“Yummy food with nice atmosphere . Have so many little corners that you would love to click with .“

“Always tasty food at a reasonable price 😊“

“This is clearly the best Indian food in the greater Boston area by a long mile. All the dishes have perfect consistency, are very tasty and aromatic, have fresh ingredients, and have a special savory quality above other Indian restaurants. Also, the chefs will make the food based on your preference of spiciness (and I've actually ordered vindaloo, which is supposed to be spicy, in other local restaurants that was served mild!) no matter what the dish. The selection is larger and more interesting that at any other local restaurant, with a good selection of special dishes, breads, and dosas in addition to all the traditional dishes. There is an amazingly good selection of several draft and bottled beers (for example, Night Shift and Jacks Abby offerings on tap, and Dogfish Head and others in bottles), which is EXTREMELY rare for Indian restaurants, which usually serve the worst quality beers. Finally, the location (Arlington Center, with plenty of on street parking) and inside decor are great, with a modern and stylish interior with comfortable seating. The wait staff is always friendly, prompt, and knowledgeable. So, if you want to have the best experience in Indian dining (even if the dishes are a dollar or two more expensive), make Punjab your destination. I've been to dozens of other local Indian restaurants over the past 37 years and this is by far the best one!“