43 Best Indian Restaurants near Rockville

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

“What a meal! We only ordered three things — garlic naan, chicken tikka masala, and chicken biryani — but it felt like a feast. The naan was soft and fluffy, the tikka masala was insanely tasty, and the biryani? Flavor bomb! Totally hit the spot.“

“We had the lunch buffet.
Everything was wonderful, the tandoori chicken was superb and so was the goat curry.
Also many vegetarian dishes. The kheer (rice pudding) was thick and had plenty of almond shavings for flavor. Oh, and masala chai (tea) was included!
Definitely going back!“

“Great food Butter chicken was particularly good“

“Delicious food, friendly staff, and wonderful atmosphere! Love the big outdoor deck for socially distanced dining :)“

“We recently discovered this charming local spot, lovingly run by a delightful couple. Our visit on a Friday evening was truly memorable. We ordered a variety of dishes, including Vada pav, mango lassi, dahi bhalla, chai, and paratha. Each item was not only delicious but also had a genuine homemade touch that made it truly special. We highly recommend this place to anyone looking for authentic flavors!“

“Good south Asian food.“

“This is the absolute best Indian food I have ever had. I have been going to this restaurant for over 5 years, and I have never been disappointed. Wonderful restaurant and owner, Louis, who is very personable and professional. The food is always delicious, from the entrees to the samosas and garlic naan! Other Indian Cuisine restaurants, in the Metropolitan area, do not even come close!“

“Awesome“

“The best chaat Place in my eatery list. Must try their "ROYAL CHAAT". One of the best place to have Indian food.“

“There is no better Indian food for hungry people! They held and seated us, a 10 person party, until the end of the restaurant hours with cheer.

Reasonably priced for sharing food, and you’ll want to get a bit of everything. The crackling spinach has such a unique tamarind flavor, it is a must try.

We come here after a lot of our New Morning Farm farmer’s markets, and they never disappoint. Highly recommend!!“

“We had a great experience at Delhi Spice in Bethesda. The food was absolutely delicious — we tried the Delhi Papri Chaat, Paneer Makhani, Fig Kofta, Daal Tadka, Onion Kulcha, and Garlic Naan. Every dish was full of authentic flavor and cooked to perfection.

The staff was very accommodating. We mentioned we had kids with us, and the gentleman taking our order made sure their food came out first — really thoughtful service!

Parking is a bit challenging in the area, but we parked in the Giant store lot behind the restaurant, which worked out fine.

Highly recommend this place if you're looking for tasty Indian food in Bethesda.“

“I just had my 2nd absolutely DELICIOUS Indian dinner at Virraaj on Cordell. My husband noticed what he thought was a new restaurant across from the public parking last week so we went there for our Wednesday date nite. We went earlyish and only a couple other tables were taken when we arrived but by the time we left at 6:30 ish it was just about full so best to make reservations. Even with many diners, it was still easy to talk to each other and be heard. I started w/ the AAM Palak Chaat appetizer which I had first tasted at Rasika and have ordered every time I have seen it on a menu. Definitely rivaled Rasika's and the portion was big enough to share w/ my husband as an appetizer. My main was the Murgh Bahak/ Kadai Chicken. So tender, so tasty with onion and green and red bell peppers, delicious brown sauce w/ terrific spices plus a little spicy kick. I ate as much as I could and still had left overs for 2 lunches at home. My husband ordered a lamb dish he enjoyed and finished every morsel including the rice. I saw some reviewers would have liked more rice. We had plenty with our meals so maybe they are giving more w/ each dinner. The waiter was attentive, professional, courteous and nice. The restaurant itself was classy & beautifully appointed - you could tell someone put a great deal of thought and money into designing it. This week we had friends visit who live in VA, within walking distance to Clarendon. We always go there for Indian food because there are so many good Indian restaurants to choose from but they were excited to try Virraaj from our comments about how much we enjoyed it. Before ordering takeout, I called and spoke to Jenni 3 times because I wanted to order what I had ordered last week but couldn't remember the name. She could not have been kinder or more patient in helping me figure out that it was the Kadhai Chicken. It may not seem like it from this review but I am a picky eater - happy to pay any price (just about ) for good food but am too often disappointed in Bethesda. Virraag got the highest marks on everything important to me: service, food, and ambiance - all of us enjoyed our meals and noone was disappointed. We ordered pickup for 4 main dishes including my fav Murgh Bahak/Kadai Chicken, Butter Chicken, Lamb Tawa Masala and Hariyal Murgh Tikka, naan and roti. All went on 2 big lazy susans on the dining room table and we kept on spinning, tasting and enjoying. The wife of the other couple always orders the Butter Chicken and kept on saying how moist and delicious the chicken was tonight. We all tried and liked everything - - not one complaint. So glad that we have a great Indian restaurant to go to and take friends to and not worry that anyone is not going to enjoy -- it is that good!“

“Friendly waitress and food was good!“

“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!!“

“I ordered a number of biryani’s and my guests and I loved them. On May 11, 2024, I ordered the fish biryani and I can assure you it the best I have eaten for a long time. Would recommend this restaurant.“

“food is fantastic and everyone there is great. accommodating and great service!“

“After having being to the silver spring location I decided to cater my event from Kati roll wala. I am super pleased with the experience and all my guests loved the food. I totally loved the paneer roll and the chicken cilantro roll. I got the bite size samosa and the flavors and the size was perfect. Arun is amazing and helped in making sure that the food was exactly per my expectations. Thank you so much for catering my event. Can't wait to try other items in future.“

“It’s been more than 2 weeks now since we are regularly ordering food from Mr Lakshay’s spice and tadka kitchen. It’s been truly a blessing to find home cooked food with amazing taste and quality at your doorstep. Lakshay has always been very supportive and attentive to our dietary choices and spice levels.Food delivered is fresh and always on time. And there’s so much variety on the menu, with hectic office schedules it’s truly a blessing to find amazing Indian food.I highly recommend!! Thank you spice and tadka ! You guys are amazing!!“

“We celebrated Diwali here this evening and they were extremely accommodating as we had 28 people. They treated us like family and the food was excellent. They had a Diwali special Masala coke that everyone enjoyed so much. Special thanks to Dinisha who was an excellent host and took care of everything, so thankful for her. Wonderful time had by all and will definitely plan other events at Madras Palace.“

“Love to sit at the bar. The Manager is such a great guy! He plays amazing music each time I’ve been in, and the food is wonderful!! He works so hard— I am amazed and inspired by his work ethic!!“

“SpiceLife Indian Fare blew us away! The menu was packed with options- so many amazing-sounding dishes it was hard to choose-but the staff was incredibly friendly and helped us pick the perfect meal. Their kindness and prompt service made the whole experience even better.

Now the food… absolutely phenomenal. Every bite was bursting with rich, layered flavor. The chicken tikka was the highlight- tender, rich, and perfectly coated in a creamy, spiced sauce that was out of this world. You could taste the depth of the spices without anything being overpowering. It was bold, balanced, and completely satisfying.

We also loved that dine-in came with real plates and silverware- it felt more like a relaxed restaurant than a casual counter spot. Portions were generous, prices were totally fair, and everything tasted homemade and fresh.

Truly one of the most flavorful meals we’ve had in a long time. Can’t wait to come back and try more!“

“Great Indian-Nepalese restaurant in Bethesda. Ordered the chicken Biryani along with Chili chicken and garlic naan. The Biryani was well prepared and fresh. The chili chicken had an abundance of flavor. It wasn't too spicy either. Our server was very kind and gracious. Will come back next time I'm between Baltimore and DC.Best food and best service“

“A friend of mine recommended to try Indian express and boy was he right! I dined in, Kumar was on top of me explaining the food and always checking up. Their shrimp Biryani Was fantastic . Reasonably priced, spiced and delicious. Great customer service. Bring cash if you’d like a 10% discount off. I am looking forward to their buffet in the future. Definitely recommend to anyone! Thank you, Indian Express!“

“This is terrific take-out food. The portions are generous; the food reliably excellent. Be sure to get the spinach appetizer. It's better than the version at Rasika, and so large you have left-overs. Reheated for 15 minutes at 350 in the oven, it's even better the next day.“

“Amazing hospitality, and the food is great. This place has been here for over 20 years and I am amazed by its etiquette, consistency with food, and Ranjit Singh the owner has made sure that it has remained the same. You have to give it a try.“

“Excellent food and service.“

“I had the lunch today and the variety of dishes and the tastiness of the food were excellent. Highly recommend this great Indian restaurant.“

“highlights are : the food was delicious, very traditional and authentic (made with love and intention), service was perfect - with a smile, and wait time was short! We had a chicken dish, a mutton dish, garlic naan and rice pudding. ZERO complaints from me, and I usually have at least one. I was impressed that the chef and owner came to check on us to make sure our experience was flawless.“

“The lunch buffet was excellent! Great variety and very generous with the ingredients. Lovely service, they brought a basket of fresh (still warm and steaming) delicious naan without me even asking. My only disappointment is that I've lived in the area for over a year and this my first time here, I so wish I would have tried it sooner! I will definitely be back as soon as possible.“

“Delicious and authentic Indian food, freshly prepared. Our favorite in NOVA“

“Awesome food ,great delivery and really fast. Thanks M&N you Rock. From the guy in the black dump truck!“

“Everything was so tasty and service was fast and friendly. Definitely try the spinach with cheese and the desserts were amazing“

“We really liked this place. The atmosphere was nice and the decor was beautiful. The staff were very kind. Most of our food was fantastic, and the menu was very clearly labeled with vegan options. The only thing I didn’t like was one appetizer that was way overcooked. But that didn’t take away from the great flavors of the rest of the dishes! Will definitely be back to try more! Updated from previous review on 2025-03-17“

“May be the best Bangladeshi food in the DMV. Biriyani, Tehari, Haleem, Kabab, Fish/Chicken /beef curry are great. Very good Iftar selection as well.“

“Delicious Indian food. Lots of options and combinations!“

“Delicious food and excellent service!“

“Love the huge veggie selection + high heat level!“

“Absolutely love their food and the samosas are to die for!!“

“Best Indian food restaurant in Montgomery County Maryland. Staff is polite and their servic is second to none!“

“Had yummylicious karahi real flavour of Pakistan’s Karahi � . Tasty ever.“

“Welcome to Quincy's Potomac Bar and Grille, the ultimate destination for an unforgettable American dining experience! Nestled in the heart of the vibrant Potomac neighborhood, our establishment is a haven for sports fans, food enthusiasts, and trivia aficionados alike.Step into our warm and inviting atmosphere, where the tantalizing aromas of sizzling and supportive staff, perfectly placed in the heart of Gaithersburg, Maryland, succulent items on the menu, and mouthwatering and tantalizing taste, excellent greeting to you at the door.Minerva Indian Cuisine Restaurant is more than just a restaurant – it's a place where friends and family come together to indulge in delicious food, engage in friendly competition, and create lasting memories. Perfect Family eatery. A must go, for your dining pleasure. Five stars and thumbs up. They also take your request over the phone and have it delivered right to your door. You can also go on your favorite app and place your own delivery request for outstanding door to door concierge service.

Parking: Parking was convenient

Kid-friendliness: Family friendly. Kid friendly. You just feel like home ...“