50 Best Indian Restaurants near Needham

“Good delicious food enjoyed“

“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!“

“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!“

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

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

“Great fusion food. Innovative dishes. Greet service. Enjoy Mediterranean and Indian fusion food“

“We happen to stumble on this restaurant! I was amazed that they were in business for 38 years .
The food was so flavourful! Since it was lunch buffet we got to try all the dishes . Having gone to a lot of Indian restaurants this one stands out in flavour and spices .
The owner Mala is an exceptional lady .“

“very very Nice food Namaste Spice Arlington MA“

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

“What a wonderful experience! They were so kind as to make me a vegan tikka masala, and it's not even on the menu! That used to be my favorite dish before going vegan in 2017, and this is the first restaurant to ever make a vegan version for me ❤️ I will definitely be back. It was so good!!“

“This Indian is unbelievable! I grew up by Brick Lane in London and this food tasted just as good. Best Indian restaurant in the area, thanks for a great dinner!“

“Ssaanjh offers a fun, modern take on classic Indian dishes while still capturing all the comforting, familiar flavors. Their dahi bhallas were a standout — packed with flavor and absolutely melt-in-your-mouth soft. The malai tikka was another favorite; the chicken was incredibly tender and perfectly seasoned.

I’d highly recommend their dal makhani and their variety of naans, especially the sesame and garlic naan. And definitely don’t miss the shahi tukda — rich, indulgent, and the perfect way to end the meal.

If you’re craving delicious Indian food in the city, Ssaanjh is a great spot to satisfy that urge.“

“Chennai Eats is a hidden gem for anyone craving truly authentic South Indian flavors. The food is consistently fresh and bursting with the kind of taste that instantly transports you back home to India. Their appetizers, especially the idly and vada are spot on. It’s rare to find that level of authenticity for South Indian food here in Boston.

The biryanis are rich, aromatic, and satisfying. I have tried a few varieties so far and can’t wait to get my hands on their Hyderabadi Dum Biryani once it’s back in stock.

Prices are reasonable, though I do wish the portion sizes were a bit more generous. Still, the quality makes it worth every penny. The space itself is cozy with limited seating, so it can get crowded during peak hours.

My only gripe is with their online ordering system. The website estimates 20–30 minutes for pickup, but during busy lunch or dinner hours, it often takes longer once you arrive. I understand the rush, but it would be great if the wait times were updated more accurately to reflect real-time demand.

Overall, Chennai Eats delivers an exceptional culinary experience that’s hard to beat. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a taste of South India in the Boston area.“

“Food was really good and quick delivery“

“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!“

“The food and service were wonderful, highly recommend it! however the guy who was the receptionist/host there did NOT welcome us and was very rude when asking for the name on my reservation. he did not apologise for his behaviour even when I pointed it out politely that his tone was not good.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“We used Royal Indian Kitchen to cater for my graduation party. The event for set for the afternoon. Ranveer and his team arrived ahead of time to set up for the event and were completely ready before the guests arrived. They made fresh samosas and aloo tikki at the venue for the chaat. Samosas are a must have; they are second to none. The chaat was delightful. We also had a platter of freshly prepared grilled chicken and paneer come out of the tandoor and it was super delicious. The mango lassi served as a great accompaniment for the appetizers. The fresh hot naan was delicious and went well with the main courses. Overall the food was a solid 5 star.

The service Ranveer and his team provided was beyond excellent. The team is hardworking and knowledgeable; very professional and very approachable. The entire process of booking the catering for the day; discussing the menu; tasting the samples was overall very smooth. Ranveer was very responsive to all inquiries and gave us the comfort and confidence for a successful event. I’d highly recommend Royal India Kitchen for their delicious food preparation, honest service.“

“My wife and I went for a weekday lunch. The proprietor was friendly and informative. The food was good. I particularly enjoyed the butter chicken and the samosas. The lentil soup (served with vegetarian entrees) was also delicious with a nice little spice. I look forward to trying other things on the menu, like the mutton korma, palak paneer, and biryani. Thank you!“

“An excellent spot in JP for some of the best Indian food in the city. This is my 6th time visiting the restaurant and the first time the lighting in the restaurant was nice enough to take some pictures.

This place isn't afraid to make authentic Indian food. Just be sure to tell your server you would like an authentic level of spice and your mouth (and guts) will burn. For most, a mild or mid level of spice would suffice. I love their Special Briyani, which is a combination of fish, shrimp and chicken.

Now, the service was hit or miss. Today, the service was weak. They had 4 servers in the restaurant who were happy to stand and watch things go by rather than be attentive or helpful. They were also eager to get you OUT of the restaurant by placing the check on your table as quickly as they can even though it was quiet and there were plenty of space. Thankfully, the quality of the food saved the day.“

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

“Best Indian food in Massachusetts!!“

“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. 🎁🎊“

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

“Hands down the best Indian food in town. We tried their neighbors Punjab and Zomza (and they are good) but we like this one best! Our go to’s are the butter chicken which is incredibly smooth and flavorful and the Matar Paneer. Make also sure to try their garlic naan and mango lassi! The restaurant is very spacious and I appreciate that you can have a good conversation at dinner as it is not noisy. Service is attentive and friendly! Give it a try!“

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

“I'm Indian so naturally I have VERY high standards for Indian food ...that being said, I ate at Wow Tikka probably 3x/week for the past year. And whenever I have Indian guests/friends in town this is the first place I take them. The food is cheap and always reliably tasty. I always get the desi paneer fries, paneer kathi roll, or veg momos. It's always amazing.“

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

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

“Maharaja is one of my very favorite restaurants. It has been for decades. The food is always fresh and delicious and the service excellent. Highly recommend to any one who enjoys Indian food. This was my first time in a very long time that I went for lunch. Usually, it's dinner. They had an extensive buffet, which I'd like to try some day.“

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

“Madras Dosa Company, or “MDC” as we lovingly call it, is a comfort spot I would go to every day if I could. I’ve been going here for years now, bringing many different friends and family, with the utmost confidence that it will hit the spot each and every single time. The paneer canteen sandwich is my personal favorite (the chips and sauce accompany the sandwich so perfectly 👌🏾), but I’ve loved everything I’ve gotten including the potato sandwich, all of the chaats, dosas, vadas (the rasam is so flavorful and reminds me of home), and of course the many and salt lassis. I cannot say enough positive things about the lovely people who work here, who always greet me and my others warmly and welcomingly, and they even recognize me and my orders now (and that’s not just because I’m a frequent customer)! The atmosphere is also so warm, with Bollywood and Hollywood classics playing in the background and cool interior decoration. It’s also such a plus that MDC is open late so it satisfies that late night craving while being insanely yummy. The fact that I still bring close and new friends here these many years later shows how much confidence I have in the quality and warmth of MDC, and I hope this can continue for many years to come!!“

“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 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.“

“GreaAAATE taste. Had the momo and it filled me up! The taste was on point too. With the sauce. Those dumplings were so generous in size as well.
Made me come back second time and I had Chicken saag. Didn’t disappoint as well!! Perfect blend of creamyy and chicken and spices!!

Highly recommend. Great taste and great place to eat for the food and good people.“

“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 :)“

“Delicious food, quality ingredients. Gracious service!“

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

“Always tasty food at a reasonable price 😊“

“Food was good, service was nice“

“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!“

“We ordered through uber eats. The food was extremely good and quantity sufficient. Since we stayed in a hotel, we asked for plates and cutlery (there is an option to request for them). But there were no cutlery. Please remove the option to ask for cutlery if they cannot be provided by you.“

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

“The food was fresh and delicious. They had an excellent vegan choice menu. They also had good meat dishes. My partner had an amazing goat curry. I had a Bindi masala. The service was friendly and prompt. It was a snowy evening, so it was not very busy.“

“They have really good customer service and Food is really so good and delicious.I appreciate for your service.“