50 Best Indian Restaurants in Brooklyn

“The food was so delicious (that salad and fish in lettuce wraps were my favorite) and also beautiful. Loved the ambiance and the cocktails too! Definitely coming back to try the rest of the menu.“

“The gentleman that waited on our table was excellent! The food was flavorful and delicious!!“

“When I walked in the restaurant the delicious aromas let me know I made a good choice. The food was absolutely amazing with vegan/vegetarian options and even a complimentary gluten free appetizer. The staff was welcoming and the service great. The prices were reasonable, but the best part was the delicious food!!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

My wife, our dog, and I came in for dinner and had an amazing experience from start to finish! The service was exceptional, and the owner was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and kind.

We ordered the chicken tikka masala, saag paneer, mango lassi, garlic & chili naan vegetable and chicken samosas, gulab jamun, and even received a delicious rice pudding on the house. Everything was absolutely phenomenal. Honestly, the food was so good that I forgot to take pictures before digging in!

The flavors were incredible, the portions were generous, and every dish was made with care. I walked out feeling like I had gained 10 pounds—but it was worth every bite!

10/10 experience. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for amazing food and outstanding hospitality. ❤️🍽️ #theyarepetfriendly 🐶“

“One of the best meals I’ve had out in a long time. Everything here from the service to the ambience was amazing! For appetizers we had the biyebarir fish fry and the aloo chaat, both were spicy but we found ourselves wanting more. The entrees stepped it up a notch with the prawn malai kari and the kosha mangshu which were 100% worth coming back for. Our server Zaraith was extremely knowledgeable and guided us through the entire meal and the manager Joy was very hospitable. Will be back soon for sure, thank you Unapologetic for the experience!“

“I order from here regularly. Their biryani is probably one of the best in Brooklyn arguably.“

“Naan was lightly buttered and crispy, perfect for accompanying the flavorful curry, highly recommended“

“Went for the Holi lunch. The food was really amazing—hats off to the chef for such delicious dishes. However, the lunch service was not well managed. We were asked to arrive a little early so everyone could start lunch at 1 pm, but the food was served about 40 minutes late. We had to wait for quite a long time, which was disappointing.

It would have been much better if some snacks or even the mango lassi (which was part of the lunch) had been served when guests arrived so that people didn’t have to stay hungry while waiting for the food.

The food quality was excellent, but improving service, management, and punctuality would make the overall experience truly amazing. 😊“

“Had dinner here with a friend and really enjoyed the meal. Saag Panner and chicken Korma were especially terrific. We ordered on appetizer that wasn’t what we expected and the owner and the chef came over and explained the dish and suggested an alternative which they gladly swapped out. Service was terrific. Personal and attentive. Definitely recommended.“

“From Texas With LOVE for DHANIA! I am from TX where South Asian food is in competition to be better. 6 ****** Rating, Why? I am an Expert of Bengali/Indian/Pakistani food due to my involvement to provide bi-weekly food to our congregations of up to 500 members. Our food is mainly Bengali/Indian/Pakistani dishes and some outside items like salads/sweets etc. I mostly cook the main dishes MYSELF. During my visit to NY I dined in few restaurants. I never ate in any NY restaurants before. Dera rest: C+; 3 star Lahore rest: B-; 3.5 star Kababish: C-; 2 star Alibaba Kabab near Bufalo: B+; 4 star Few fast-food restaurants. Now the Main subject DHANIA restaurant, A++; 6 Star Restaurant is Very Clean, Nice atmosphere. Food came in reasonable time. If food comes quickly then thats not good for S. Asian food. Cauliflower was fantastic! Samosas were very good! Chatney awesome. Chicken Tikka was great! Biriyani & butter chicken was Excellent! Naan was fine & soft! Not hard or burned as some other places. Since I ordered catering for my congregation from many restaurants in Houston, I became an expert in S. Asian food. Dhania really surpassed my expectations and surprised me in NY. Wish them the best. Keep serving the best food!“

“Very good food & friendly staff. Will definitely go back Wish they had a liquor license 🤗✌🏽“

“This is our local Indian spot and it’s really very good. Dining in or ordering online it’s been consistently tasty and our go- to for when we don’t want to cook. All the classics- chicken tikka masala, lamb rogan Josh, Chana masala, saag paneer- and specialty dishes. Staff is friendly- food is quick and delicious. Highly recommend.“

“Seriously the best Saag Paneer I've had, ever. So flavorful! My husband had some extra spicy Lamb Vindaloo and he was in spice heaven. Service was friendly and we couldn't figure out why there was no one else here on a Saturday night! Hidden gem that is well worth the very reasonable prices. Will be coming back!“

“Just wow!! The food is amazing! It’s a festival of flavors. Highly recommend the biryani with jackfruit- I’d never seen anything like that before, but the flavor, texture and colors were spectacular. Service is wonderful too- food comes out fast and piping hot, server lovely guy. New favorite Indian restaurant!!“

“Family environment. delicious food and better service. I prefer to order my food in Spice and Grill“

“Good food and excellent service!“

“Service is fast and food is consistently delicious. Easily the best lunch deal in the area. I think about the lamb curry at least once a week. Beautifully inviting interior setting. Genuinely friendly staff. Cannot praise this place enough!“

“Can't complain about getting unlimited rice to accompany entrees! I had the tofu jalfrezi here with spinach paratha and it did not disappoint. It's a small operation so service is a bit on the slow side, but the food more than makes up for that. The gentleman serving customers was also kind and professional. Looking forward to my next visit.“

“We got take out and it was excellent, great Indian flavors, nice portions. I am vegetarian so all of the veggie dishes we have ordered have been delicious. The food is fresh and not oily. Great Indian spice. Highly recommend!
Also Omar and staff are generous kind people.“

“One of the best restaurants I have been in Brooklyn. Food was amazing. Prices are very reasonable. It’s halal also.“

“Really great experience here. I ordered the chicken korma with roti and both were spot on. The korma was creamy and flavorful without being too sweet, and the spice level was just right.

The roti came out fresh and warm, soft with a slight crisp to it, perfect for scooping up the sauce. Everything tasted fresh and well made.

Service was friendly and the vibe was relaxed and comfortable. Definitely a place I’d come back to.“

“The best authentic Indian food in Brooklyn! Definitely try the butter chicken and lamb shank, you won’t be disappointed. Great service! Thank you Mohammed 👍🏼“

“I’m genuinely glad this place moved into the neighborhood. The food is consistently well-seasoned and clearly prepared with care and precision.

The lamb and goat are always tender and full of flavor, the rice is perfectly cooked every time—never under or over—and the portions are just right.

The owner mentioned that I’ve ordered here over 60 times, which honestly doesn’t surprise me. I leave satisfied every single time, and I plan to keep coming back.

My only complaint? They’re getting all my money 😂“

“A pleasant little cafe in downtown Brooklyn. The food was very fresh; Although I didn't order the daily special, the thattu idli was freshly made and warm. The chutney was vibrant and spicy which compliment the fluffy rice cake. Meanwhile, the iced coffee with banana milk and chicory was soo flavorful! Not overly sweet with a malty and mild banana taste went well with my vibrant meal. I will definitely come again; it's a wonderful addition to our food and coffee scene.“

“The lamb biryani here is the real deal. Order it with raita, the cooling yogurt against the spiced rice is exactly right. The first bite was phenomenal and I just to had to tell them how good it was. That almost never happens. Don’t skip this one.“

“The staff was super attentive & nice they were very helpful with everything as they added new menu items & it’s super clean & classy aesthetic

I love Kofta , their malai kofta is so delicious OMG

I also got the sag paneer ( as I judge places by the saag paneer) and this is how a saag paneer should taste 10/10

I love their coconut rice pudding , it hits 💯

It’s just so good here

10/10 vegetarian friendly“

“This place is really good!

I had a chicken curry that had just the right amount of spicy and it was so flavorful. Als had some vegetarian curries that were so creamy and tasty.

Service is great, and the whole ambient of the place is chill and relaxed“

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“Amazing, clean food. Amazing vibe. A favorite in NYC. I could eat Inday everyday!“

“I love the food en general“

“Love love LOVE this place! New to the neighborhood but so glad they’re here — I’m addicted to their combo deal, main dish plus appetizer plus rice plus naan for $17 is definitely worth it. Super friendly staff, too. Definitely recommend!“

“l've visited NYC a few times and tried a lot of food spots, but this one is by far my favorite! ! came with friends and we all agreed - everything was amazing. The food was incredible, and the service was just as great.
Everyone who served us was so nice and welcoming, and made this experience 10X better!!!! If you've been waiting for a sign to try a new place, this is it. 10/10, absolutely loved it!“

“The Manager greeted me as I enter the restaurant and seated me promptly took my order I had the lentil soup which was delicious I had the alougobi cauliflower for appetizers. Main course I had the chicken tikki masala and spinach with paneer cheese over great seats great food and service highly recommended to anybody this restaurant“

“great atmosphere great food“

“Very cozy place with amazing food. The lasuni gobi was a 10/10, rice perfectly cooked, and the garlic naan was outstanding. Butter chicken and chicken korma were full of flavor. If you don’t like ginger, skip the jhol Himalayan dumplings. Overall, great experience and unbeatable prices.“

“LOVE this place, the atmosphere is so warm and inviting, nothing flashy, instead there's wood everywhere, American antiques and Indian chachkas on the walls, kinda fun IMHO. The food is among the best Indian I've had. I've tried the lamb korma, with its thick, sweet n savory cashew nut gravy and fork-tender chunks of lamb. The tandoori salmon sizzling platter with spinach is out of this world. Tender juicy salmon kebabs, marinated and cooked on skewers, served over onions on a hot cast iron platter (the onions are still being seared when the platter arrives), with a generous side of spinach. I tasted the chicken chettinad that a friend ordered. He loved it. I found the sauce to be similar to korma but without the sweetness from the chopped fruit that's usually in korma. The tamarind flavor was noticeable. The veggie samosas were very very good, nice lightly crispy crust, nicely spiced. They'll start you off with a complimentary papadam while you make your choices. Prices are very reasonable, and from 12-4 they offer 25% off their reg prices as their lunch special.“

“Good food 🥘 Great environment“

“Ordered pickup to go. Staff was nice. 10/10. Food was piping hot by the time I got home 20ish minutes later. Portion size is good for the price. I wasn’t super familiar with Indian food before I ordered & wanted to try a bunch. I got the chicken tikka masala, lamb handi, veg biryanis, garlic and cheese naan, & paratha plain. Very flavorful. I will order again.

Vegetarian options: Most dishes have veggie option“

“The Uber Eats delivery guy didn't bother checking the name on the food he brought me, so he gave me the wrong person's meal, not even from the same restaurant. I called Elysian and happened to get the owner, who despite no fault of the restaurant, made the meal again and *personally* delivered it to Queens, all free of charge. As a business owner myself I know how helpless it feels when your staff screw up (or when things outside your control go wrong). This one really went above and beyond for a mistake that wasn't even his restaurant's fault. Kudos to him. My friends live nearby and we will go together here soon.“

“This place is the best. Delicious food, incredibly kind and accommodating staff. I really can’t express just how good the food was. This spot is also right around the corner from The Bell House and open until 10:30. Highly recommend getting yourself some late ish night food here before hitting the F or G train. Seriously so good, thank you for an excellent dining experience!“

“We were wanting to try an Indian spot for dinner and chose this one. We had a great time from the second we walked in to the end of our meal. The waitress was so kind and helpful especially since we had our baby daughter with us, with a highchair and asking if we needed anything, helping us order different meals and making sure we had everything we needed. The food was DELICIOUS, all the flavors were there and authentic. The food came out quick and we really enjoyed every meal, especially the garlic naan! We would for sure come again.“

“Best for Indian & Nepali cuisine in town.“

“First time I ever ate anywhere completely alone but the staff welcomed me and the food was amazing and authentic! Just like India!“

“Very good food. Creative and interesting dishes. The environment is also nice and calm.“

“One of the cleanest Indian kitchen/restaurant definitely must dine in to experience the food ps the dhal, garlic naan, rack of lamb is a must try“

“If I lived in the neighborhood, I would eat in or get takeout from here at least once a week. Chana Saag and Shrimp Tikka Masala and Garlic Naan were next level, especially for the price. Even the rice on its own was delicious. The staff is always very warm and welcoming as well.“

“This place is consistently good. Their butter chicken, biriyani & tikka masala are always a must. They also have great mango lassy. You can take out or dine in. For take out, they are often busy so the wait can be around 30 minutes but its worth it.“