50 Best Indian Restaurants near Lexington

“I would give them 10 STARS if I could. I just enjoyed the best Indian food in Boston. I am Indian, and I know good Indian food. I met the owner today and he just bought this restaurant 3 weeks ago. It's now called Spirit Of India. They have tons of vegan and vegetarian options too. I encourage you to try them out. You won't regret it.“

“We brought our toddler out to dinner here. When he was having a hard time, the very sweet and kind server offered to pack our food for takeout. She even brought it outside to us, across the street, with plates and utensils. The food was excellent as usual, but I cannot express how much the kindness and understanding of that server meant to us. Thank you! We will definitely be back more often (for takeout!)“

“Absolutely fantastic in every way. I had great service and the food was simply out of this world delicious. the goat curry is a must try.“

“For all the Momo lovers in area. Tried the pan fried veggie Momo and tandoori Momos. They were indeed really good but a few suggestions for the restaurant:More Momo chutney with orders would be great and spicy chutney on side too. And as for the tandoori Momos, they felt a little raw which took away from flavor.Overall great “

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

“I recently ate at Mirchi Nation and loved their boneless chicken biryani! It was flavorful and perfectly cooked. The samosas were crispy and delicious, a great start to the meal. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience, and I can’t wait to go back!“

“Tashan is delicious Indian restaurant in New England area in Bedford. It was my 50 th birthday I celebrated at Tashan. It was amazing food with best complaints from the owners of the restaurant and staffs. Thank you so much to owner and staffs.?“

“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.“

“The food was wonderful. It was authentic. We lived in England for a year and my wife learned to cook Indian meals from 2 friends. A joy to taste authentic food again. 5 stars, A+, 100%!!

Kid-friendliness: Our 10 month old grandson ate everything they had that wasn't spicy and he did great.“

“Everytime I visited Himalayan Kitchen, I feel like I am home. Their hospitality, foods are awesome. Many more to say..it has the best taste of the Nepali food! Just explore..“

“It is really good good with good quantity Very friendly staff and good at explaining their menu Must try“

“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“

“Cute place !! food amazing so far what we tried !!. Prices very reasonable. I haven’t had this alo bodi tama since katmandu closed across the street. Looking forward to trying the lunch menu soon and let y’all know!

Vegetarian options: Try it !!“

“Wow tikka, was wow! Had ordered kachori chaat and Vada pav, lassi and masala tea. Kachori chaat was the best ever kachori I have had in the US so far. Vada was a bit salty and they can better it. Comes in quantity of 2 both the items. Kachori chat is enough for one person though. Lassi and masala tea was fine.

Good for price, clean and enough sitting inside and outside.

Vegetarian options: Indian street food, curries etc.“

“Although a restaurant serving both Greek and Indian dishes may seem strange, do not let that deter you. This restaurant lives up to their name in quality and service. My daughter had a Gyro plate, while my wife and I had the Awadhi Jackfruit Korma and Peri Peri Kingfish. Everything was delicious! Highly recommend this restaurant. We will definitely return!“

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

“*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“

“Went out for a late night drive and was glad to have come across this place at midnight. Got a quick snack of samosas, masala chai and masala lassi. The service was fast and friendly.

This is a fast casual spot so the lassi came bottled and the chai came out of a dispenser machine. Everything was decent but nothing to write home about. The prices felt a little steep at $5 for a samosa and $4 for each drink.“

“Very satisfying food and great service. I got the lamb momos (very meaty big dumplings!) and lamb korma (creamy, nutty curry). I was afraid it would be too much lamb but the flavors of each were different and delicious.

The garlic naan was just how I like it: soft and thick (even the thinner parts were nicely doughy; I don't like when it's crispy and very thin).

The mango lassi was perfect: not overly sweet, very mango-y.

It all came with a rice plus nice little spiced rice pudding on the house!“

“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!“

“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. 🎁🎊“

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

“I’ve passed by a million times and never tried it, but now I really regret it. That was easily the best Indian food I’ve had in Boston. The restaurant is never crowded which is a little offputting, but the food is delicious. I’ll absolutely be going back. Be warned that “spicy” is REALLY spicy.“

“Gave it 4 stars as I got a chicken lunch box and there was only 3 chicken chunks. The taste however was fantastic. The curry chicken and veggie samosa was well worth it. Would have been 5 stars had there been more protein. Great lunch for sure with super taste.“

“The food is delicious and they are very efficient, with great service. Highly recommend the Chilli Paneer! They also don't skimp on the condiments, as some others do.“

“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.“

“Earlier this year vegetarian restaurant Walnut Grille was renamed as Shiva's Kitchen, focused on serving Indian cuisine. No longer a fully vegetarian restaurant, but kept many of the same menu items, like my favorite, the Manchurian Gobi.  We were a bit reluctant to go back after mixed reviews on Happy Cow and the fact its no longer fully vegetarian. However, I am glad we went after seeing a review from local instagram Boston Herbivore. We ordered the Manchurian Gobi, Vegan Samosa, Tofu Saag and Tofu Madras. Everything came out piping hot, super fresh and delicious! Manchurian Gobi is crispy, sweet and a nice sweetness. Samosas are solid, super crispy, brimming with delicious filling. Tofu Saag was delicious! I loved the fresh ginger topping too. I had a bite of the Tofu Madras, super creamy from the coconut milk and a nice spice. Overall 10/10 for the vegan options  with so many options for appetizers, entrees, and desserts. A solid 7/10 for food! Everything was delicious! I think next time I will ask for more spice/heat. Food was milder to appeal to a wider audience. I will rate a bit lower, 5/10 for service since we waited 15 to 20 minutes to order and another 15 to pay. To be fair, a lot was going on! And most of the tables were full when we left. Two appetizers, two entrees came out to $67 with 20% tip, which I think is a reasonable price for dinner out! I would definitely come back for the options and fresh, healthy, delicious food! I also feel confident eating vegan here. My experience with most Indian restaurants is that they advertise vegan but then everything contains butter or ghee.“

“Huge portions, reasonable prices, tasty food and excellent service .“

“We had a fantastic meal. We ordered meal for two. Yummy!!“

“I love Indian food and Singh's Cafe has the best Indian food in the state. They had stopped their luncheon buffet, they have recently resumed the buffed. I can't tell you how happy I was.. Everything is great. The Tiki masala, lamb, vegetable dishes are incredible. The samosas are killer.. There isn't a bad dish there.. The atmosphere is warm and there has never been a wait. There is plenty of street parking right in front. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone, and the prices are quite reasonable, $15 for the all you can eat lunch buffet. I always get some to bring back to my wife, she also thinks it's the best Indian food.“

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

“Had an awesome experience here! Ordered the chicken coconut curry and was great! They were so nice to even give us all complementary rice (besides the naan) and mango lassi. Food was done in 15 minutes and tasted great. Very friendly staff. Important to note that it is takeaway only, orders through the app or in person.

Vegetarian options: A large variety of vegetarian options ranging from paneer to chenna to more.“

“Delicious food, quality ingredients. Gracious service!“

“I ordered food from Surya Indian Kitchen N Catering for the Boston Classical Guitar Society's Spring Festival, and I could not be happier! The food was delicious, and it arrived on time with plenty of plates, utensils, napkins, and serving spoons. And the price was very reasonable for the amount of food we received. The BCGS will certainly be ordering from Surya Indian Kitchen again! Thank you for the excellent food and service!“

“Great food, great service“

“You have to visit this Indian restaurant, by far best Indian food I have had in the US. Be careful with asking for spicy food, the chef is tuned to adjust spice level as per Indian pallet.

Great food, polite staff, we had Punjabi Kadi, Bartan bhartha and mango moose.

Definitely recommend.

Vegetarian options: They have rich spread of vegetarian options.“

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

“We stopped for a quick lunch and not only was it quick, but it was DELICIOUS! The gardein vegetarian chicken tikka masala was perfect!“

“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 :)“

“It is one of the best places for South Indian vegetarian varieties.
I love the taste of Sambhar and special tomato chutney (surprisingly, I have not seen this type of chutney anywhere else!)
Yes, it takes time to prepare Rava Dosa, so be prepared to wait for a bit for hot and crispy Rava Dosa.
My favorite restaurant!

Vegetarian options: All types of Dosa, Idli, Wada plus North Indian Menu.“

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

“Aurora was a fantastic server!“

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

“In six years living in the North Shore, our family has probably eaten here five times. We have enjoyed the food each time. Service is prompt and unobtrusive. Tonight we had Saag Paneer and Paneer Tikka Masala with garlic naan and chai. Fresh, warm naan is always tasty but at some restaurants as it cools it becomes doughy and tasteless. At Rang, the naan is good hot or cool. The curries were tasty and the medium spiciness was just right. The samosas had lots of stuffing, and the wrap was not oily (an issue at many).“

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

“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!“

“Lovely people and a wonderful restaurant.
Their food is delicious and it’s only exceeded by their outstanding service! You cannot find better service and warmth than Punjab Express!
I love ordering from them!

10/10 ❤️❤️❤️“

“I recently had the pleasure of dining at Halal Indian Cuisine and it was an unforgettable culinary journey. From the moment I stepped in, I was greeted with the delightful aroma of spices and the warmth of the staff.The menu boasts a tantalizing array of authentic Indian dishes, each crafted with precision and care. From rich curries to fragrant biryanis, every bite was a burst of flavor that transported me straight to the streets of India. The chefs at Halal Indian Cuisine have truly mastered the art of Indian cuisine, infusing each dish with depth and authenticity.What truly sets Halal Indian Cuisine apart, however, is the impeccable service and genuine hospitality of the staff. From the attentive servers to the knowledgeable sommelier, every member of the team went above and beyond to ensure that my dining experience was nothing short of perfect. Their passion for food and dedication to customer satisfaction was evident in every interaction.The ambiance of the restaurant is inviting and elegant, making it the perfect setting for any occasion, whether it's a romantic dinner for two or a lively gathering with friends and family.Overall, my experience at Halal Indian Cuisine was nothing short of exceptional. I left feeling nourished, satisfied, and eager to return for another culinary adventure. If you're in search of authentic Indian cuisine served with a side of warmth and hospitality, look no further than [Restaurant Name]. It's truly a gem in the culinary landscape.Halal Indian Cuisine has undoubtedly earned its place as one of the top Indian restaurants in town, and I cannot recommend it highly enough

Vegetarian options: Vegetarian options

Dietary restrictions: Vegan and vegetarian options

Kid-friendliness: Staff was extremely friendly“