41 Best Indian Restaurants in Charlotte

“Tried Botiwalla today and the food was delicious! I had the chicken tikka wrap and my husband had the lamb burgers. Both were delicious. We also got the mango pickle and the dry garlic chutney. The dry garlic chutney was exceptional.“

“Our family had many lunches here, the quality of the food was consistent, we were greeted with big smiles every time, the restaurant & restrooms were clean. We loved the food here & will definitely be back. Keep up the good work!“

“Steve was the best part of the whole experience. For our first time here, he guided us through the menu with finesse and expertise. Everything we ate exceeded expectations. Whenever Michelin makes its way back to Charlotte, this place will be on the list.“

“Man my first experience eating here was an A+ The food was hittin on all cylinders folks👌🏽😋 The Owner is fun to talk to🎉“

“Very well maintained restaurant with delicious food. I enjoyed the chicken tikka masala with butter naan. The rice was aromatic and the mango lassi was delicious!“

“Stopped by while we are visiting the area and what a find! The steamed momo dumplings are extra special, a must try⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. Also the tandoori chicken was perfection. The serving sizes are generous and the staff was lovely. A great hidden gem!“

“Great spot with really good food. If you are new to Indian cuisine, this is the perfect spot. You can try the items before you buy!“

“Very unassuming place with good food and friendly service. I had the Thursday special with Nann bread and 2 kinds of chicken plus a Samosa and Mango Lassi. All were good - especially the chicken Korma and Samosa. I also like that you can choose your level of spice. I got the 3 out of 5 which was spicy. Will definitely go here again!“

“Our family had many lunches here, the quality of the food was consistent, we were greeted with big smiles every time, the restaurant & restrooms were clean. We loved the food here & will definitely be back. Keep up the good work!“

“I'm hooked on their chicken seekh kebabs, can't get enough!“

“Best Service , Highly Recommend“

“Everything was absolutely amazing - the food was fresh, so good and seasoned. The atmosphere was lively and the restaurant was packed on a Monday. The service was super! I’m a vegetarian and the all vegetarian menu I didn’t know what to choose from. Will definitely be coming back again!“

“The food is absolutely delicious. Easily the best curry I’ve had in Charlotte. I will definitely be visiting over and over.“

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Had a great experience at Kolapasi in Matthews, NC! The food was delicious, fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. You can really taste the authentic spices and quality in every bite.

The service was excellent as well. The staff were friendly, welcoming, attentive, and made sure everything was taken care of. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere and is a great place to enjoy a satisfying meal.

Overall, great food, great service, and a very good experience. Definitely a place I would recommend to anyone looking for tasty Indian food in the Matthews area. I’ll be coming back again! Highly recommended! 🙌“

“Today we visited this restaurant and enjoyed nice food. Prices are reasonable too. People who insist only vegetarian food can enjoy here because it’s purely vegetarian. Their coconut chutney and sambhar are delicious. The lady Olga’s customer service is very nice. This was our third time visiting this restaurant and the food was as good as it was at the first time which means their quality is great!“

“My son took me to dinner here following a recommendation. Spot on! Service was excellent, the crafted cocktails were delicious and the food was amazing. Perfect amount of flavor, great value and loved the atmosphere. Will definitely be back next time I come to town!“

“Delicious! A wonderful menu with a great variety of flavors. The dosa is fantastic!“

“I had been there first time yesterday ,the food was very tasty ,well served & the server & attendant was very nice ,welcoming and very polite. Will love to go back there .“

“I stumbled upon Exotica at an India Food Festival in Charleston, SC. I’ve been on an Indian Food kick so I had to go see what this festival had to offer. Exotica had an impressive spread of food that was well displayed esthetically and from a food quality and safely standpoint. I’m a kitchen manager and caterer so that stands out and matters to me. They had the longest of a lot of long lines which told me it should be good. I was right. It was top notch. They far exceeded my expectations for the event. I didn’t know what most of the menu was so I looked everything up while I waited and made a list on my hand. My favorites of what I chose were the Samosa Chat, Onion Samosa and the Madurai Malli Dosa. Everything was amazing though. Sooo many flavors!! I’ll definitely be going to their restaurant the next time I’m near Charlotte. 10000% Now that I look at the full menu I see so much more that I need to try. Definitely a happy little accident finding this gem. 20/10 recommend :)“

“First time trying Ruchi. Got there early so we were able to spend time talking to the staff, who were all very friendly. We tried Indian take out staples this time (Tikka Masala and Korma) but had a really cool Indian Salad and the Gobi 65 was perfect. Will definitely go back and excited to try some authentic Hyderabadi items next time!“

“Lunch buffet was pretty good .“

“INCREDIBLE Indian food!! Was my first time trying it with my friends and I was not disappointed. My absolute favorite was the chicken chettinad and if you have not eaten Indian food before this is definitely the place to go. A special thank you to Usha for making our time so pleasant. Will definitely come back.“

“Dropped in here today to make a to-go plate from the buffet since I was short on time. This was around 12pm on a Wednesday- the buffet was well stocked and the staff were actively monitoring. Everything I chose had great flavor- chana masala, chicken tikka masala, chicken biryani. My only constructive feedback would be to have some of the naans wrapped in foil to-go (so that they keep warm😀). Great option for the uptown lunch crowd, especially on a cold or rainy day as it is located in the Overstreet Mall (near Chick-fil-A).“

“Naanzza!!! At first I was uncertain about the texture and taste of the naanzza but turned out be good combination. Basically it’s a cheese naan with toppings. I have tried the chicken tikka pizza and tandoori chicken pizza which were relevant to the Indian palate. The heat from the jalapeños, the crunchiness from the onions, refreshing tomatoes and cilantro, and the tikka sauce generously smothered over the pizza worked out perfectly. Paneer makhani pizza was reasonable but could not stand with chicken pizza in terms of flavor.“

“Amazing 😋Dining at Godavari Charlotte was an exceptional experience. The menu is a thoughtfully curated representation gastronomy, showcasing both regional diversity and culinary precision. 👌 The dishes which i tried was flawlessly crisp, with a perfectly spiced potato filling, complemented by a trio of fresh chutneys and a rich, aromatic sambar. The service was attentive yet unobtrusive, and the ambiance struck a harmonious balance between modern sophistication and cultural authenticity As someone who has experienced fine dining across multiple continents, I can confidently say Godavari Charlotte stands among the finest restaurants outside India. It is a destination for both connoisseurs of Indian cuisine and those discovering it for the first time. Highly recommended for its authenticity, quality, and hospitality. 😊😋“

“This is my family’s go- to Indian restaurant. We have done dine- in and take away both plenty of times. The taste is absolutely perfect! Always the same taste and no surprises. Service is good. Atmosphere is calm too. Highly recommended!“

“Authentic food that is always on point. This is one of my favorite restaurants in Charlotte and top destination for great Indian food. I always order chicken tikka masala, garlic naan, saag panera and Biriyani but you probably can’t go wrong with anything on their menu.“

“Yeah Mon! If you are looking for the real deal mon, then this is the thing! Jamaican food at its best. Tonight was my first visit to Fidels Kitchen and I was impressed with how tasty, spicy, and authentic it all was. Admittedly, I am not from Jamaica, but I am from Florida which has some great Jamaican food too. I had been hankering for some red snapper and I had a Groupon for this place plus I had to head near their side of town anyway. I ordered the Red Snapper Escovitch with the rice&peas and the mac and cheese. The snapper was excellent, cooked just right and covered with a clear sauce that was freshly tangy and spicy hot (but not too much) with onions, Irish potato slices, and thin slices of Scotch Bonnet pepper. (Scotch Bonnet peppers are very closely related to habanero peppers.) I also ordered a small portion of curry goat. The last time I had curry goat Jamaican style this darn good was in the Jamaican Town of Flushings, Queens, NYC. That place was known for its curried goat and Fidels matches it! (Is that Blue Mountain Hot Curry?) The rice&peas portion was huge and full of flavor. The mac and cheese was certainly cheesy and not some fake Kraft powder-like cheese. Its top was toasted with just a touch of crispness. Topping it all off were a couple of slices of plantain. Please keep in mind that this location is takeout only! Fidels Kitchen is part of the South Ends Eats which houses seven different restaurants. Customers for all seven doors go thru the same entrance and the lobby is where to pick up or order food. When the food is ready, it is stashed in a locker box and you use your phone app at the kiosk and the locker door pops open. Quite a unique setup. There is no indoor seating, but there is outdoor seating with picnic tables around the side of the building. (Rumor has it that there might be another Fidels Kitchen opening hopefully in the near future in Concord.)“

“I am extremely happy discovering this place. This is an amazing and perfect for the people who love and miss desi pastries 🥮😋😋“

“Great food and great service!!“

“Went in during my lunch break to pick up a bag from too good to go and it was absolutely amazing! Nice big portions and the staff was very friendly! The location is also super convenient, right by my office in uptown so I’ll definitely be back! :)“

“Awesome! My first afghani style Indian food experience! Was amazing and we will definitely be coming back. Great prices as well!“

“I ordered paneer butter masala meal and chicken samosas via Uber Eats. Thr butter massla was bland and watery. I think it is from a jar.

The naan was crispy. It had great flavor, but lacked the sour and chew of homemade naan.

The chickeb samosas were good. I have only had potato and pea versions. They are a tad spicy, but good.“

“We catered food from Tai's kitchen for a get-together. All the food items were delicious and our guests enjoyed them!“

“The food is excellent and we ordered non-veg thaali a must try dish, everything is unlimited in that thali. We got specials like fish curry, mutton curry and chicken curry along with chicken fry piece. It costs around 20 $ per person including taxes. Best place to hang around with friends having good apetite“

“Food was good and enjoyed the service“

“Food was good fresh for lunch buffet almost a full house right at opening!! Been twice!!“

“Amazing food with good ambience though service is bit slow..“

“pathetic restaurants who have no value of Indian God and festivals who served chicken on ramnavmi special #bycotttrivaniexpress“