50 Best Indian Restaurants near Jamaica Plain

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

“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!“

“We had such a wonderful dining experience, largely thanks to Milli! From the moment we sat down, she was warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly. She took the time to walk us through the menu, gave great recommendations based on what we were in the mood for, and checked in just the right amount - never too much, never too little. Even when the restaurant got busy, Milli stayed calm, kept a smile on her face, and made sure our drinks were always topped up and our food came out perfectly timed. She clearly cares about giving guests a great experience, and it showed in every interaction. Service like this is what turns a good meal into a memorable one. If you're dining here, ask for Milli - she'll take great care of you. Will definitely be back!“

“The Globe was right...

I've had a lot of good meals in my life. But I've had few great meals. My first time at Aatma was one of those meals.

I cannot give enough praise for the brilliant chefs at Aatma. This is undoubtedly the best tasting and most creative food you will find in Boston.“

“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!“

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

“Heard a lot of good things about this place. Overall, the food, service and atmosphere were great but nothing in particular was outstanding to me. Dishes are on a bit pricer end and they do not come with rice or nan. You have to order them separately so if you want to order a curry, it would come out to around $30-$40 with add-ons, tip and taxes.“

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

“This restaurant was amazing! Not only was the food awesome but the staff was also incredible! We were sitting outside, and I was cold, so one of the hostesses gave me her jacket to wear for the enter meal and brought my sister and me chai tea to warm us up!! It was so incredibly kind of her. All the staff was amazing and the meal itself was so good. I would definitely come back!“

“Great ambience, delicious food, awesome service!! Definitely recommend to anyone who loves Indian food.“

“Me and my boyfriend came here to have indian food and absolutely loved it. It was my boyfriend’s first time trying dosa and dahi ke kebab and he absolutely loved it. We can’t wait to be back again. We will also bring our friends to this place because the food was absolutely delicious. Totally worth the drive.“

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

“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!“

“We came here to celebrate our 6th wedding anniversary, and it was amazing! We tried the samosa chaat, pani golgappa, lamb chops, butter chicken, and masala chai, everything was absolutely delicious. The flavors were on fire, and the service was great. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for authentic and tasty Indian food. We’ll definitely be back! 🔥❤“

“very very Nice food Namaste Spice Arlington MA“

“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!“

“Namaste Boston was fantastic! The Chicken 65 was flavorful, and perfectly spiced, and the Aloo Tiki Chaat was delicious with the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and creamy flavors. The biryani was also excellent—fragrant, flavorful, and a generous portion.

Everything was fresh, flavorful, and came together for a great meal. Definitely a spot I’d come back to and highly recommend!“

“Nachlo is truly one of the best spots in Boston. The food is absolutely incredible, fresh, flavorful, and made with so much care. Every dish tastes homemade and full of character. The owners are amazing and genuinely kind, and the staff is just as warm and welcoming. You can really feel the passion behind this place. The atmosphere is lively, cozy, and just such a great vibe overall. I cannot recommend it enough!“

“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 👌 👍“

“It is hard to find a good Indian restaurant in the Cambridge area. This one certainly stands out especially when it comes to offering a pretty decent variety of Vegan and Dairy-free items.

We ordered the Tofu saag, aloo gobhi, dairy-free tandoori roti and paratha.The vegetable pakodas were decent too.

Location is pretty good along with the ambience.“

“After ordering some Chicken Paneer masala for the first time from this restaurant I fell in love. Not only is it delicious, but the price for such a portion is incredible. Every meal comes automatically with freshly cooked basmati rice. Definitely not my last time ordering from this place. I can't wait to discover more their menu!“

“Best Indian food in Massachusetts!!“

“very attentive. nice plates. Great good and very accommodating to requests.“

“Royal India Bistro offers various different dishes that fit all palettes. I really enjoyed the Matar Paneer. Great service, very accommodating to my injury by giving me a booth.

Note: No reservations, hard to go with a big group, but excellent for groups 4 or less!“

“I have tried almost every Indian restaurant in Boston and this place has got me hooked. I have lived in India for 15 years and love Indian food and this place has the most authentic taste from what I have had in India. Highly recommend! 🤝💪“

“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!“

“Food was really good and quick delivery“

“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!!!“

“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.“

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

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

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

“Food was delicious. We were delighted to find such well prepared food at 8.30 pm in a casual vibe Indian restaurant. Service was genuine and warm. Vaishnavi made us feel like we were visiting a friends home. From dosa to idli to uttapam each and every item was so good. The goat meat appetizer was tasty and plentiful. Thanks much …cannot wait to try the other delicacies.“

“The food was delicious-- the Chana Masala and Bhindi Masala especially, and it's so nice to have vegan options clearly labeled and available. The staff went the extra mile to make sure our meal was exactly what we wanted. Plus, service is so friendly, the restaurant has all kinds of cool art and photos, and we got to hear really amazing stories about Nepal.“

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

“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.“

“Delicious food, friendly staff, fair prices. Multiple great vegan and vegetarian options. The freshly made momos are a standout item. Also, the Indo-Chinese Hakka noodles.
Small dining area - very cozy neighborhood spot. A lot of takeaway, but if you're lucky enough to eat here, you're in for a treat.“

“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. 🎁🎊“

“Wooow!! Every bite was amazing… the lamb mushroom masala 🔥😤🔥 the noodle 😍 and everything else was just sensational!! My stomach, body and soul right now overall 😁 💯🏆🥇🏆“

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

“Delicious food, quality ingredients. Gracious service!“

“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 :)“

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

“Tried this place for the first time for lunch. Was getting tired of going to all the usual places. I’m very glad I did.

Food: this is one of the few places I’ve seen where you can order goat (and this place is in a mall food court!) so I had to try. I got the Goat curry (medium spice) and it was what I expected of goat and so much more! If you have never eaten goat, it can be a bit chewy and maybe more fatty compared to other meat, and this is served on the bone so be careful when you eat as bone chips can be around in the sauce. Medium spice was good for me, added zip without taking away from the flavor, but a softer palate might think it is too spicy. It came with a portion of long grain basmati rice. It was enough for me but the curry portion could probably cover two rice portions. So if you like a lot of rice, add an extra order. I very much enjoyed the food.

Service: gave them a 5 for service. It was easy to order online and my order was ready right on time. The staff that served me was kind and asked if I wanted utensils. When I said yes she asked if was eating in the food court and when I told her I was she added in a plate so I didn’t have to eat off the bag/out of the containers.

Atmosphere: atmosphere is three because it’s a mall food court - not much else to add.

Will absolutely be eating here again.“

“star item natukodi chicken“

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

“Ordered 2 Nijami chicken dum biriyani for take out,
Both smell ROTTEN and had to trash them
Really disappointed i am a regular customer. Someone should look after this issue
Day 2 update
Contacted the manager (RK) : responded positively and replaced the food immediately.
Thank you!“

“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.“

“Food here would have been excellent if the salt level on literally every dish and appetizer we ordered were not over salted. Our entire table of 4 thought so, so it was not a singular take. Please check the salt before plating - better to under salt and have a salt shaker then to leave not finishing even half of the meal due to sodium drowning.“

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