We stopped in for lunch on a Saturday and were pleasantly surprised that they had a buffet, not normally what I go for. But everything was awesome, super clean! I like spicy so our waitress, June, brought us this really awesome seasoning. She was great! We ordered a few things regular menu, which was even better! We will definitely be back.
Jack Ericson
Service was excellent, and food was well prepared and delicious would highly recommend!
Joe Suszczynski
Lovely place and service
Jennifer Rizzo
Food Was ready right on time. Kind lady met me at the door. very clean business. VERY tasty food.
Toby VanNocker
The lunch buffet is delicious and a great deal, the staff are very good.
Roshani Shrestha
Authuentic food, warm ambience, good service!
Para Jack
As someone who has spent a lifetime exploring Indian cuisine across the globe — from the aromatic street stalls of Delhi’s Chandni Chowk to the refined Mughlai kitchens of Lucknow and the coastal spice havens of Kerala — I can say, without hesitation, that Café India in Boardman is a revelation.
This restaurant doesn’t just serve Indian food — it celebrates it.
The first thing that struck me was the clean, minimalistic interior. It’s refreshingly uncluttered, with tastefully curated décor and an inviting layout that allows diners to focus on the food and the company they share it with. Each table includes hand sanitizer, a subtle but thoughtful nod to tradition for those of us who prefer to eat with our hands, as is customary with many Indian dishes.
My server was exceptional — attentive without hovering, precise with timing, and always arriving with a warm smile. Service like this is rare even in fine dining establishments. And while professionalism is expected, a welcoming presence with genuine warmth makes the dining experience all the more enjoyable. (And yes, she was absolutely stunning — but what stood out most was her grace and attentiveness.)
Now, the food. In my travels, I’ve too often been disappointed by street-style classics outside of India. Pakora and samosa are frequently underwhelming — either burnt, greasy, over-spiced, or just lacking flavor. But Café India flips that expectation on its head.
The pakora here was an art form. Delicately crisp on the outside, with an airy, almost soufflé-like interior that was both satisfying and light. The spicing was balanced, never overpowering, allowing the freshness of the ingredients to shine through. It reminded me of the level of refinement I’ve experienced at legendary eateries like Karims in Old Delhi or the farm-to-table fusion spots tucked into the hills of Himachal Pradesh.
The sauces were equally impressive. The mint and tamarind chutneys were clearly made in-house — vibrant, layered, and fresh. And the yogurt sauce? Absolutely divine. Cool, creamy, subtly seasoned, and perfectly paired with the appetizers. It took me right back to dahi preparations I’ve had in Gujarat and Rajasthan — simple, elegant, and deeply satisfying.
Café India isn’t just the best Indian restaurant in Boardman — it’s one of the finest I’ve encountered anywhere outside of India. From New York to London, from Mumbai to Madurai, I’ve eaten wherever Indian food is served and celebrated. Café India belongs in that upper echelon of excellence.
Whether you’re a seasoned lover of Indian cuisine or new to the flavors of the subcontinent, this place is a must. It’s a rare gem that blends authenticity with finesse, and it’s the kind of meal that lingers in your memory long after the last bite.
In short Cafe India Rocks!!
DUAN REYNOLDS
Best In Our City✌🏽💯‼️
akeem miller
Great place great food great customer service as well highly recommend
Jaylenne Nieves
It was so yummy I loved it (the food) Very great service ,super nice people. 10/10 would go back
To give a little background, I visited the Indian Café with my girlfriend and her aunt this weekend for a casual little get-together (date). My girlfriend had previously recommended this place to me pretty highly during some of our past phone calls and to be completely honest I was a bit skeptical, as I'm not the biggest fan of Indian food -- purely due to inexperience -- but my experience here certainly changed my mind!
We entered the Café to find a lovely, well put-together establishment that honestly made me feel rather underdressed by comparison. The service was immediate and welcoming and even though there were maybe two or three other tables with people, it almost felt like the server never left our table. We received free refills before we even noticed we finished our initial beverages and the environment felt very friendly for our three-person group.
I ordered the chicken vindaloo (I might be wrong that's just what I remember getting) and it was quite nice! Would certainly recommend! They have a nice set of spice levels that you simply don't get the option of at other similar places and everything comes in separate dishes so you can organize it onto your plate as you so choose. Food came at what I'd regard as a quite nice amount of time for the amount of food we ordered, which was honestly quite a bit between all three of us, especially my girlfriend who was intent of showing me everything she loved when she came. Naan bread was perfect and everything was simply delicious.
If I have one tiny nitpick it'd be that the location of the bathroom was a little confusing, as the separate rooms were behind a curtain without any sort of indication and that the place felt a bit box-y, but it certainly wasn't anything that took away from the experience.
Overall, it supplied a MORE than adequate dining experience and the serving sizes were pretty large too! I'm a little bit chubby personally and can typically eat a somewhat large amount of food but the Indian Café has portion sizes large enough for me and my party to leave full with leftovers for later!
Absolutely best my expectations, excited to return!
Briflex
Wonderful food, wish i had room for more! Staff was extremely nice!
Ingdao C
Our favorite Indian buffet restaurant! Small but so much to offer! We enjoy the food plus their chai tea is soooo good! Our kids had a good time at meals here too. nothing is too spicy that young kids can’t handle so we really appreciate that. Naan is always hot and fresh. We also sometime do takeout and it’s so much food reasonably for the price. Staffs are welcoming and friendly. They are quick to seat us and didn’t have to wait long to get the check once we’re finished. Would recommend and will be returning soon!
Samantha Baxter
I wasn't experienced here but the employees went out of their way to help. Awesome!
We stopped in for lunch on a Saturday and were pleasantly surprised that they had a buffet, not normally what I go for. But everything was awesome, super clean! I like spicy so our waitress, June, brought us this really awesome seasoning. She was great! We ordered a few things regular menu, which was even better! We will definitely be back.
Service was excellent, and food was well prepared and delicious would highly recommend!
Lovely place and service
Food Was ready right on time. Kind lady met me at the door. very clean business. VERY tasty food.
The lunch buffet is delicious and a great deal, the staff are very good.
Authuentic food, warm ambience, good service!
As someone who has spent a lifetime exploring Indian cuisine across the globe — from the aromatic street stalls of Delhi’s Chandni Chowk to the refined Mughlai kitchens of Lucknow and the coastal spice havens of Kerala — I can say, without hesitation, that Café India in Boardman is a revelation.
This restaurant doesn’t just serve Indian food — it celebrates it.
The first thing that struck me was the clean, minimalistic interior. It’s refreshingly uncluttered, with tastefully curated décor and an inviting layout that allows diners to focus on the food and the company they share it with. Each table includes hand sanitizer, a subtle but thoughtful nod to tradition for those of us who prefer to eat with our hands, as is customary with many Indian dishes.
My server was exceptional — attentive without hovering, precise with timing, and always arriving with a warm smile. Service like this is rare even in fine dining establishments. And while professionalism is expected, a welcoming presence with genuine warmth makes the dining experience all the more enjoyable. (And yes, she was absolutely stunning — but what stood out most was her grace and attentiveness.)
Now, the food. In my travels, I’ve too often been disappointed by street-style classics outside of India. Pakora and samosa are frequently underwhelming — either burnt, greasy, over-spiced, or just lacking flavor. But Café India flips that expectation on its head.
The pakora here was an art form. Delicately crisp on the outside, with an airy, almost soufflé-like interior that was both satisfying and light. The spicing was balanced, never overpowering, allowing the freshness of the ingredients to shine through. It reminded me of the level of refinement I’ve experienced at legendary eateries like Karims in Old Delhi or the farm-to-table fusion spots tucked into the hills of Himachal Pradesh.
The sauces were equally impressive. The mint and tamarind chutneys were clearly made in-house — vibrant, layered, and fresh. And the yogurt sauce? Absolutely divine. Cool, creamy, subtly seasoned, and perfectly paired with the appetizers. It took me right back to dahi preparations I’ve had in Gujarat and Rajasthan — simple, elegant, and deeply satisfying.
Café India isn’t just the best Indian restaurant in Boardman — it’s one of the finest I’ve encountered anywhere outside of India. From New York to London, from Mumbai to Madurai, I’ve eaten wherever Indian food is served and celebrated. Café India belongs in that upper echelon of excellence.
Whether you’re a seasoned lover of Indian cuisine or new to the flavors of the subcontinent, this place is a must. It’s a rare gem that blends authenticity with finesse, and it’s the kind of meal that lingers in your memory long after the last bite.
In short Cafe India Rocks!!
Best In Our City✌🏽💯‼️
Great place great food great customer service as well highly recommend
It was so yummy I loved it (the food) Very great service ,super nice people. 10/10 would go back
Restaurantji Recommends
To give a little background, I visited the Indian Café with my girlfriend and her aunt this weekend for a casual little get-together (date). My girlfriend had previously recommended this place to me pretty highly during some of our past phone calls and to be completely honest I was a bit skeptical, as I'm not the biggest fan of Indian food -- purely due to inexperience -- but my experience here certainly changed my mind!
We entered the Café to find a lovely, well put-together establishment that honestly made me feel rather underdressed by comparison. The service was immediate and welcoming and even though there were maybe two or three other tables with people, it almost felt like the server never left our table. We received free refills before we even noticed we finished our initial beverages and the environment felt very friendly for our three-person group.
I ordered the chicken vindaloo (I might be wrong that's just what I remember getting) and it was quite nice! Would certainly recommend! They have a nice set of spice levels that you simply don't get the option of at other similar places and everything comes in separate dishes so you can organize it onto your plate as you so choose.
Food came at what I'd regard as a quite nice amount of time for the amount of food we ordered, which was honestly quite a bit between all three of us, especially my girlfriend who was intent of showing me everything she loved when she came. Naan bread was perfect and everything was simply delicious.
If I have one tiny nitpick it'd be that the location of the bathroom was a little confusing, as the separate rooms were behind a curtain without any sort of indication and that the place felt a bit box-y, but it certainly wasn't anything that took away from the experience.
Overall, it supplied a MORE than adequate dining experience and the serving sizes were pretty large too! I'm a little bit chubby personally and can typically eat a somewhat large amount of food but the Indian Café has portion sizes large enough for me and my party to leave full with leftovers for later!
Absolutely best my expectations, excited to return!
Wonderful food, wish i had room for more! Staff was extremely nice!
Our favorite Indian buffet restaurant! Small but so much to offer! We enjoy the food plus their chai tea is soooo good! Our kids had a good time at meals here too. nothing is too spicy that young kids can’t handle so we really appreciate that. Naan is always hot and fresh. We also sometime do takeout and it’s so much food reasonably for the price. Staffs are welcoming and friendly. They are quick to seat us and didn’t have to wait long to get the check once we’re finished. Would recommend and will be returning soon!
I wasn't experienced here but the employees went out of their way to help. Awesome!
Really great food and service. Thank you!
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