50 Best Indian Restaurants near Waltham

“my friends and I had dinner here, tried the chicken tikka masala, palak paneer, and dal makhni with garlic naan. very rich, balanced flavors. my friend (who is from india) enjoyed the authenticity of the dishes and the quality of the palak paneer. staff were very attentive and kind. decoration is beautifully done and the bathroom + space is very clean. they also gave us complimentary elaneer payasam at the end of the meal. interested in coming back here for their $15 lunch special (curry + 2 appetizers) one day

pictured: garlic naan and palak paneer“

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

“Always tasty food at a reasonable price 😊“

“I'm a longtime veggie crust customer, but this was my first time trying out their Waltham location, and they did not disappoint!

Stopped in to pick up a vegan sausage onion and pepper pizza and it was fantastic. I had ordered it well done and they cooked it perfectly. The two guys who were working this past Monday were friendly and welcoming to my son and I. The pizza was ready on time and tasted great. I would've uploaded a picture of the full pizza, but I ate half of it on the drive home, because it was that good lol. 10/10 would definitely recommend the waltham location. 🍕“

“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!“

“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“

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

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

“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.?“

“I just want to start off by saying that this was the best Indian food that I have tried in a long time. We ordered the Kashmiri Goat Madras which came with rice and we also got garlic naan. Let me just say it was devoured within seconds, it was that good. 10/10 recommend! The service was really nice, all the workers were also very welcoming. They even gave us a complimentary Gulab jamun dessert which was also delicious!!“

“Came with my wife who has strict food restrictions due to allergies. Normally she would just get an appetizer for safety’s sake. The owner took the time to fix her up and have a full meal. The food itself? Spectacular. Will be back many many times.“

“very very Nice food Namaste Spice Arlington MA“

“Tried the buffet on the weekend. The cost vs food is amazing! They had a good spread of food, that they would refill quickly. Fresh naan for the table is also really great. The place was clean and comfortable. I would recommend going 15-20 minutes early on weekends cause there could be a short wait. Overall, worth the cost and the trip to kenmore.“

“I generally get Doordash delivery from this place for the last couple months. It's quick service. I think their parathas are very good but their naans are mediocre at best. One thing I'd like to point out is inconsistency -sometimes they'd send me yogurt with the paratha and sometimes they won't. I like that some of their chicken options are white meat chicken.“

“Food was really good and quick delivery“

“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 👌 👍“

“Best Indian food in Massachusetts!!“

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

“The restaurant is nice and cozy. The service is great, they are attentive, quick, and very courteous. The food was prepared quickly and brought out promptly. The food was good but not superb otherwise it would have been worth another star. If you are close it is a good meal at a decent price. I had the chicken curry with garlic naan.“

“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!“

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

“Amazing restaurant! one of the best Malai kofta's i have ever had. Recommend onion pakora as well. They were super crispy. Amazing value as well. If I had to pick only a small bone it's that the green chutney was quite bland. Other than that, everything was great.“

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

“We had a full buffet lunch today available only on weekends. The menu included Rajasthani Mirchi pakodas, vegetarian sandwich, Pani purees, Pav Bhajee, Mango juice and Chaas as Appetisers followed by main course with 4 veg curries, Uttapams, Nan, Paneer Parothas, purees, Pineapple biryanee, basmati rice, daal, papadams and 3 types of sweets. Such a grand menu... We tasted small portions but guys.. Everything was yummy 😋.. Please do visit next time on Saturdays...“

“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.“

“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!“

“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 😁 💯🏆🥇🏆“

“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.“

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

“Last time we were, someone in the kitchen may have swapped our dishes and we ended up with exceptionally spicy food. When I mentioned this to a manager yesterday, he encouraged us to get a sample of the offending dish before ordering. Of course, the food was excellent as it's been since we discovered this place nearly five years ago.“

“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 :)“

“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. 🎁🎊“

“Can I give service 100/10? They let me borrow 2 bucks once when I ran out of money for the bus even tho I wasn’t a customer. Then I came back and the food is awesome! Lamb is crazy good. Mango Lassi goes perfect with the food. The lunch special is great and has enough food for 2 people. They also have chai for you to just self-serve!!“

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

“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.“

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

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

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

“We had Tandoor & Curry on Wheels cater our grand opening on Saturday, May 16th, and they were absolutely wonderful! Not only were they able to customize the seasoning to fit everyone’s preferences, but they also customized the menu specifically for our event. The two gentlemen running the truck were incredibly kind, professional, and friendly throughout the entire experience. The food was amazing, and they helped make our event extra special. I would highly recommend them and would gladly use them again and again!“

“Food was good, service was nice“

“After long time enjoyed true Indian tea at some food joint, this is served truly fresh,

Dandelion had near to true Gujarati flavor, and Bada patv make me remember my Pune street experience near dagdu Seth temple. Yes, I like little more on fried green chilli, but still good to enjoy.“

“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.“

“We went there on a weekend night and tried the dosa with Kakarampodi and spicy potato. The dosa was good and probably the best thing we ordered. The idlis were also soft and fresh.
We also tried the pav bhaji, pani puri, and samosa chaat, but those were pretty average and nothing really stood out. Since they’re mainly known for their dosas, I’d say stick to those if you’re visiting. Overall, it was decent and I would go again for dosa and Karampodi.“

“Wow! I've walked past WOW TIKKA a million times and was always thrown off by their branding and logo. If that sounds silly, trust me, it really is. What a loss on my part. Perhaps not the most traditional style of Indian food (mix and match of starch, proteins, sauces), but, Oh Lord, did it hit the SPOT. Don't judge a book by its cover I would say. Try them out! Wonderful staff and delicious food for good prices.“

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

“Thier presence at the Kendall sq Farmers market is the culinary highlight of my week. There's no shortage of great food in Cambridge but at $13 a plate that is typically 2-3 servings, this is the best bang for your buck and your taste buds. I don't think you can even get Mc“

“Love this place and I can't wait to take my friends there. Delicious food!“

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