50 Best Indian Restaurants near College Park

“Unique, tasty, affordable, convenient cuisine!“

“Absolutely in love with this place! 🍽️✨ The food is a beautiful symphony of flavors, and the atmosphere is just so warm and welcoming. The perfect spot for a cozy meal with friends or a special dinner. Every bite was a little piece of happiness. 💛“

“Food was really good and the staff were very friendly. Curries were very good! My dad went three times last year and then returned twice this summer as he loved it so much.
Curry spice is done as as you like it.
Meals are very filling and worth the money.
Convenient as it is right beside the metro station and open 11am to 10pm.“

“Nice food good service and good prices“

“Good food and good service“

“I've never had a better meal in my life. This is THE only restaurant to completely blow my mind in any genre, start to finish. Impeccable service, ambiance, and quality.“

“First I would like to say that I wish there were more than 5 stars. My son and I are visiting the DC area for the Cherry Blossom festivities. My son has a love for Indian food ever since his trip to India. I have never tried Indian food ever. So this was my very first experience. From the moment we walked in the door our amazing experience began. The atmosphere is beautiful and so is the staff. Our server, April was super helpful and very knowledgeable. She has an amazing spirit and is wonderful with her job! The food... was very fresh, aromatic and DELICIOUS!! My son said the food was the closest to the food in India that he has had here in the states. For my first time... OMG!!! I am HOOKED! The only bad part is that I have to go back to Florida and wait impatiently for my next visit.“

“I had a fantastic experience at Herbivore! I ordered the butter chicken along with both garlic naan and plain naan, and everything was absolutely delicious. The butter chicken was rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked, while the naan was fresh, soft, and the perfect complement to the meal. Every bite was enjoyable, and the quality of the food really stood out. Definitely a 10/10 experience—I’ll be coming back for more!“

“Delicious!!! Some of the best Indian food in town“

“This was our first time at Spice Street. We were thoroughly impressed by the atmosphere and absolutely by the food! The staff was very friendly! We absolutely recommend this restaurant!!“

“feel home even far from home good food and service ❤️👍“

“It was my first time there. Food was great. I would definitely return.“

“Never thought to stop in until now--after five years in Woodley Park, we've found our spot for weekend brunch/buffet!“

“Had such an amazing meal here last night. The food was top notch. The service amazing and I could tell that they wanted to provide a great dining experience. They seemed to really care about the food they were presenting. I appreciate that A LOT!!!!......And the food was just sooo good!“

“I went to Rasika for my anniversary. The food was delicious, the service was amazing, and the atmosphere was great. They gave us a complimentary dessert and champagne for our anniversary which made our experience even more special. I would highly recommend Rasika!“

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

“Rania was an incredible experience. It truly felt like a culinary journey of fine dining with traditional Indian food. Such a wonderful experience and service was impeccable. I envy those who have yet to try Rania for the first time as it was a lovely adventure.“

“Tikka serves fresh, flavorful food made with quality ingredients. Everything we ordered tasted well balanced and didn’t feel overly oily or heavy, which made the meal feel healthier than many similar places.

The momos were easily the highlight. They were perfectly cooked, flavorful, and definitely worth ordering.

The only drawback is the pricing. It’s a bit expensive in general, but the quality of the food makes up for it. Overall, it’s a solid place if you’re looking for fresh, tasty food, and I’d definitely order the momos again.“

“The best Punjabi food in DC. G.O.A.T Room brings the rich flavors of Punjabi/ Indian food here to DMV. They have every dish (fish, goat meat, naan,butter chicken) that I tried there…the BEST that I ever had. I had tried over 100 of restaurants in DMV and no one can beat this. Punjabi food is known for its rich and buttery flavors and G.O.A.T Room uses only fresh spices and herbs, such as turmeric cloves, ginger, and garlic. The owner, Bobby has created an extraordinary dining experience that brings this special food and culture right to DC. Bobby will visit your table and discuss your meal and personally thank you for coming in. He made a wonderful suggestions of food and drinks.. we were amazed with that selections. Butter chicken has a creamy gravy made of onions, yogurt, seeds, and did not disappoint. The goat meat was the best I’ve ever eaten. Naan and everything was perfect and not too oily at all. The portions are good sized and the presentation is exceptional. The atmosphere is lovely with authentic decor, and smartly set tables but mostly it’s the staff’s hospitality that amazed us. Bobby and his team has accomplished what they have set out to do and that is to bring the best food to the people of DMV. With the rich flavors, fresh, spices, freshest yogurt, and love and care in every dish- they have succeeded. Will be making more trips to DC just for their yummy food! Highly recommended. 10 stars. Food: 5/5 | Service: 5/5 | Atmosphere: 5/5“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Best in town for food and drinks.“

“Their food is amazing, the atmosphere of the place is really cool. It looks very nice decorated. They have different kind of Naans. You know an indian restaurant is good when the chef is from India. And this is one of those. Come and enjoy! 😊🤤“

“This restaurant is an excellent foray into fine dining especially if you are new to the world of fine dining and michelin level meals, execution is excellent, my questions were answered frequently and I was very well taken care of by service staff.“

“So very happy that the buffet is back on Friday afternoons. Had a fabulous lunch, great salad, terrific entree choices and attentive service. I recommend everyone to drop in and partake of some seriously tasty food!“

“I've been meaning to try this for years. I can't believe I waited so long. The food is SO GOOD!! We got butter chicken pizza, lamb Rogan Josh, garlic naan, and kashmiri naan. All delicious. The lamb Rogan Josh is some of the best I've ever had!! And they were so nice while I waited for my take out, offering me a beverage and a place to sit. I'm really looking forward to ordering from here again!“

“At first we were a little surprised to be eating in a Days Inn -- and Al-Madani is unassuming atmospherically. However, the food was flavorful and delicious (aloo palak, lamb tikka kabobs, garlic naan), and the staff were wonderfully kind and caring. I feel like this is a hidden gem and hope many more people find them and that they get lots of business!“

“Authentic Indian cuisine served with care—RASA never misses. A flavorful escape right in the neighborhood.“

“Delicious and fast. Chipotle-style health Indian food. Great vegan option: tucked at the side of the menu is a vegan bowl for $13.50. It’s all the vegan sides on brown rice or noodle, but it did include protein. One of the sides is beans! Lovely staff and nice tables. Nowhere to charge laptop fyi.“

“The food is amazing! I highly recommend everything!!“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 – A Hidden Gem for Biryani Lovers! Curry and Pie is hands down one of the best Indian restaurants I’ve ever visited! Their chicken and lamb biryani are absolutely phenomenal perfectly spiced, incredibly flavorful, and cooked to perfection. You can truly taste the authenticity and care in every bite.“

“Great place to have food and/or snacks. To get there is little tricky. It’s behind the spy museum and right beside the staircase. Also wish the closing time was more extended. Deb is great and takes of customers well. Overall food is wonderful.“

“Had a great experience here! The food was delicious, fresh, and full of authentic Indian flavors. The service was friendly and welcoming, and I really liked the new menu — lots of great options to choose from. Definitely worth visiting again. Highly recommended!“

“Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the magnificent Onam Sadya. Ever since moving to the United States, I have never compromised on this sacred tradition—each year, I take days off to painstakingly prepare every single dish from scratch, even growing my own banana plants just to harvest the leaves. Because I know firsthand the immense, exhaustive labor that a true Sadya demands, I understand completely that my joy this year came at the expense of your own tireless hard work.For the first time in years, you granted me the rare, beautiful gift of simply sitting down to enjoy the feast. The Sadya items balanced flavors so perfectly that every bite tasted of home. Thank you for taking on such a monumental task and delivering on time.

Wishing the Essence Team a very happy Onam.“

“During our trip to Washington, D.C., we had a lovely meal at Jab We Met. The proprietor was so kind and welcoming, making us feel right at home the moment we walked in. The food was excellent, with delicious Aloo Gobi and comforting Saag Paneer that hit just the right spot. The mango lassi was delightfully smooth and sweet, and the iced tea was light and refreshing. It was an enjoyable dining stop on our travels!“

“This was BY FAR the best dosas and Idli we have had in years! Chef Paul is amazing and he told me he doesn’t believe in catering or delivery because South Indian food is best served hot and fresh and I couldn’t agree more! The Idlis melted in my mouth. The dosas were just perfect - the masala and chutney and sambhar -10/10! Go - no run to this place!“

“Wanted to try something new during birthday excursion. redditors recommended this place. finding out that they had a buffet helped me ensure I'd definitely find something I like. but I actually loved EVERYTHING they had in their buffet once I got there. had multiple plates. If I lived closer, it would've been a regular spot for me. hope to visit again soon. would recommend to anyone.“

“Perfect Indian food restaurant, price/portions are generous. Had the butter chicken, I’m not an expert but this is the style I’ve been looking for in DC a while now. Straightforward operation, looking forward to coming back!“

“I spent a semester studying abroad and missed food from back home. I tried their biryani and couldn’t stop having it every weekend for the next 6 months. The chicken biryani medium spice is the best biryani I’ve ever had from any restaurant!! It’s the one thing I miss about being in DC“

“Amazing food, great service, clean and sanitized restaurant“

“Best Indian food on the east coast!“

“We went to the Taj of India in Alexandria. The food was wonderful. I love extra extra extra spicy food. I asked for the kitchen hot spicy and they delivered. The waitstaff is wonderful. Definitely will be back while we are here. If you come to Alexandria, VA. This is a must stop place. Sorry we ate most of our salmon tandoori before taking a picture.“

“Bombay Street Food 3 is one of the best Indian restaurants in the area! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and full of authentic Indian taste. The Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken, Garlic Naan, Goat Curry, Tandori chicken, Dall Makhani, Samosas and mango Lassi were absolutely delicious. The staff were welcoming, attentive, and provided excellent customer service.

The restaurant was clean, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the food arrived quickly. The portion sizes were generous, and everything was cooked perfectly. Whether you’re dining in or ordering takeout, you can expect a great experience every time.

I highly recommend Bombay Street Food 3 to anyone looking for authentic Indian cuisine. I’ll definitely be coming back again!“

“I highly recommended this place. atmosphere is cozy food is delicious!“

“I live in VA, but love to try different food. My second time here, because food was great. The girl serving was super too. Was not busy the time I was eating. After reading reviews, I wonder where people normally eat as most restaurants have a charge for sharing if they let you all. I like the quiet atmosphere to relax. Nice to be able to have a glass of wine & do that. The manager was super friendly too.“

“Awesome food & service, my favorite go place!!“

“To be honest, I have only done take-out from here. Their food is quite good and I am a harsh critic of Indian food at restaurants. They do good lunch portions, a bit more expensive compared to the options down Georgia Ave. but they make good food. Their paneer dishes are quite good, which is a good metric to judge an Indian restaurant. I would recommend this place for lunch if you have guests that you would like to treat.“

“Every bite, Always right! I appreciate your drivers and will tip them.“

“Very good benefit of this place is they close quite late (until 1 am). That's good for night people who just get off work or feel hungry late night. Many interesting Indian and Nepalese food choices. I ordered take-out Chicken Saag, Chicken Biryani and Garlic Naan. They might not the best Indian dish that I have ever had before, but I can say, the food was fine and has a standard taste that supposed to be. (the flavor is fairly mild) The restaurant building condition seem hidden and aged. There are some seating tables are available inside, that is clean and organized anyway. They have free parking behind the restaurant, but it is quite narrow and limited especially day time.“

“We were traveling from Houston
We stopped by to have some refreshments
But ultimately we ended up eating full dinner
Excellent biryani, pratha chai, grilled fish
Loved it
Had a great chat with Owner“

“Excellent service, amazing food, and wonderful atmosphere! Highly recommend!“

“wow i am yearning for the day i can come back and try more from this menu! this place is always booked and busy so my brother and i made a visit first thing they opened for lunch. our server was amazing and his recommendation for the kale pakora chaat for an app and the bhapa doi for dessert were 10/10. a party of 2 is not enough people to fully explore the menu. we were so stuffed after sharing an app, 2 entrees, and a dessert. i am so excited to come back. it’s so cute in here and i had such an amazing time.“