50 Best Indian Restaurants in Ottawa

“Delicious Dal Fry and Kardai Chicken. Rich flavour and texture on both. (But I will skip the raita next time -- too watery!)“

“We tried Sona the Indian Kitchen on a recommendation. We were hungry mid afternoon and our go-to for Indian cuisine was not yet open and Sona was. WE ARE SO HAPPY with our experience ❤️ the food was amazing and the service was gracious. They have definitely gained us as repeat customers.“

“Absolutely delicious! And lovely service!“

“Excellent food, great service and a very cozy atmosphere!“

“First time ordering take out. Everything was fantastic, no regrets. Thanks you for creating a fantastic meal for friends.“

“We go there for dosa and they keep expanding the choices! Love the spot and the yummy dosas. We were there again yesterday for lunch, we were served by Vismaya, efficient, professional and has the loveliest smile. We will be back, time and again !“

“We ordered takeout last night, and loved it! The portions were very generous, and everything was delicious. The service was excellent too;our order was ready quickly and the hostess was very pleasant and helpful. We will definitely be ordering here again.“

“Have been here for multiple meals for dinner and lunch and it has been excellent every time. Great food and service. Highly recommend!!“

“Amazing food! So delicious and the presentation is wonderful! A wonderful place for a night out with loved ones or friends“

“Highly recommend this place.The original authentic taste of food.“

“Had an amazing dinner, the food was delicious and the service was exceptional, thank you A.J. Will definitely recommend and return back. Keep it up . Mr Amith went out of his way to make sure our evening was pleasant .“

“the food is above and beyond amazing 10 on 10 flavor 10 on 10 spice just love it will definitely be ordering from here again“

“I recently tried the Amritsari Kulcha and it was absolutely amazing. The kulcha was perfectly crispy on the outside and soft inside with a delicious spicy potato filling. The flavors were rich and authentic and it tasted even better with butter, chole, and chutney. Every bite felt fresh and satisfying. Harman was also very nice and friendly and provided great service which made the experience even better. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who loves delicious food. 😋🥘“

“Best place for south-Indian food. 😃 Love visiting here. Also the outside view is so beautiful😊“

“We frequent Indian restaurants weekly, Indian being our favorite food. This restaurant is a hidden gem. Incredible! And very nice atmosphere. Too bad they are not located in Barrhaven.“

“the food is above and beyond amazing 10 on 10 flavor 10 on 10 spice just love it will definitely be ordering from here again“

“We just celebrated my daughter’s 50th Birthday at their very cosy Party Hall. All our requests were met, from curries to desserts! Food was very tasty.. I love their Saag and Navratna Korma as a vegetarian. The Staff is excellent. Very polite and excellent Servie. We were at their Robertson Location. Lots of Parking as well. Well done!! The Owner is excellent and accommodating. Big THANK YOU!“

“I had a wonderful experience at Shafali Bazaar in Ottawa. The store had a great selection of South Asian groceries, fresh produce, and hard-to-find spices all at reasonable prices. The staff were friendly and helpful, making shopping there easy and enjoyable.“

“Absolutely delicious and authentic Indian food ! My girlfriend and I had a wonderful experience eating from there. The samosas and dumplings were outstanding.“

“Authentic Indian food! Good atmosphere!!“

“Amazing food delicious 😋 nice service“

“Amazing food and wonderful customer service!“

“best food ever...so tasty and made fresh.“

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

“the best mallu food in the city“

“This small restaurant makes the best Indian food. Their Malai Kofta is out of this world! Their garlic naan is so tasty. Every time we go out meal is fantastic. Don't be fooled by their outdated decor because this place is fantastic.“

“Delicious food and authentic Bangladeshi taste. Every dish we tried was amazing: kolija shingara, daal puri, kalo jam. The chingri shutki is a must try!Best part about the place was the owner, a very friendly man who you can tell really cares about the food and the customers. This restaurant is his passion project.A rare find in Ottawa. We will definitely go back whenever we crave authentic deshi food!“

“I had chicken bhoona,
Lamb dhansak w biriyani and samosas. ALL the food was phenomenal! The curries were served in unique little pans that stayed on heated stands so they wouldn’t get cool.

The owner is very charismatic and welcoming. He had our table laughing many times.

If ever in Ottawa itching for Indian cuisine this is THE SPOT.“

“Super fresh, very yummy! Great samosas! Absolutely everything was wonderful! Will definitely order again!“

“All the dishes use a bouquet of home blended fresh spices that fully pronounce character flavors of authentic Indian Cuisine. A must place to go with family or friends here in our nation’s capital.“

“The dishes are so good that rice is optional.“

“Mahal Tanjore Restaurants in Ottawa offers an exceptional dining experience with its delicious food, delightful ambiance, and warm hospitality. I realy enjoyed the delicious food and also The staff at Mahal Tonjore are friendly, attentive, and go above and beyond to ensure guests feel welcome and well taken care of. Dining here is a true pleasure, combining great food with an excellent overall experience.“

“Found this amazing, delicious, authentic Indian vegetarian restaurant on Baseline - Royal Paan. ( 1943 Baseline Rd, Ottawa, ON K2C 0C7). Usually not very impressed by Indian resturent in Ottawa but this one touched my soul. Worth trying. I have tried couple of dishes and they all were amazing Pavbhaji Dosa, Stuffed Kulcha Channa, Dhai bahala and Hakka Noodles. The amount of food was way enough for me. The place was clean and very welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Prices are reasonable for sure. Already went 3 times and will be going again.“

“Outstanding food. The Ambiance is excellent and the chef cooks everything per your request and right in front of u. Best place to eat in Ottawa“

“Just tried takeout from here for the first time and WOW! I’m not exaggerating when I say this is one of the best meals I’ve ever had in Ottawa, I’m already craving my next visit and I will definitely be dining in after reading all of the rave reviews about the service and atmosphere. Thank you for the incredible food. ❤️“

“For the past couple of years, I have been a regular customer at Indian Food Hub, and I can confidently say it is one of my favorite restaurants in the area. The food is consistently outstanding, full of authentic flavors, and prepared with great care. Every visit reminds me why I keep coming back. What truly makes Indian Food Hub special, however, is the wonderful hospitality of Manoj Kumar and his wife. They are friendly, welcoming, attentive, and genuinely passionate about their restaurant. Over time, they have become much more than restaurant owners to me—they are people I look forward to seeing whenever I visit. The restaurant offers an excellent combination of delicious food, great service, a warm atmosphere, and outstanding value. It is clear that Manoj and his wife care deeply about their customers and work hard to make everyone feel appreciated and at home. I would highly recommend Indian Food Hub to anyone looking for authentic Indian cuisine and an exceptional dining experience. If you have not visited yet, you are missing out on both fantastic food and wonderful people.“

“Really liked the food! Loved the golgappee and chole bature … definable worth trying! Would go again and recommend everyone to try !!!“

“Walked in for a quick bite not expecting much. Walked out with the only disappointment of not ordering more! The best samosas I’ve ever had. They are a must have. Plus the people are so friendly.“

“Had an amazing experience at Jay Bhavani Vada Pav! 🌟 The food was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and just like authentic street-style taste.

A special shoutout to Prachi for her excellent service. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect. Her warm attitude really added to the overall experience!

Highly recommend this place if you're craving tasty vada pav with great service. Will definitely visit again! 😊“

“The food was absolutely amazing! I have eaten at every Indian restaurant in Ottawa and now this is ranked Number One for our family. The Tandoori Fish was out of this world. All dishes were beautifully spiced, fresh and very flavourful. Seriously fantastic!“

“Food was delicious, staff was friendly. There is a nice small dining area. We tried variety of things like garlic naan, lamb biryani, saag paneer, shrimp curry. It was all good. They ask your spice tolerance too. Oh yeah, and Mango Lassi. Just order it, it's always good.

This part isn't a critique, just a friendly heads-up to people. This place, like just about every Indian restaurant I've been to, serves family style. That is to say most dishes are larger portions and can be shared, and sides would be ordered separately.“

“Yesterday tried vadapav, it was very fresh and yummy. Looking forward to try different delicacies in next visit to Ice flame.“

“We started going to their east end location way back in 2005. When we moved we traveled from Barrhaven to go pick up. So glad to have the south location. Consistent, excellent food every time. 10/10 highly recommend.“

“Mia’s is a great choice for fresh authentic Indian Cuisine, and this family owned and operated establishment is always so gracious and grateful for the business. Highly recommend.“

“good pizza and service [Original] good pizza and service“

“Good food 🍱 and service I“