30 Best Indian Restaurants near Malvern

“We had an amazing experience at this restaurant! Every single item we ordered was absolutely delicious — rich flavors, perfectly cooked, and authentic. The service was top-notch, with Karthik being warm and attentive throughout our visit. The ambience adds to the charm, making it a wonderful place to enjoy a meal. Truly one of the best Indian restaurants in the Philly area — highly recommended!“

“Delicious Indian food, very reasonable price for the excellent quality!“

“Amazing food, very friendly and attentive staff. I will definitely be back!!“

“One of the best Indian restaurants in the area with variety of vegetarian and Non Vegetarian food options especially for the people craving for South Indian food. Service is pretty quick and people friendly.“

“I come from Wilmington almost every weekend just for this food truck’s weekend special pulaos — they’re absolutely worth it! Not sure why they don’t have more reviews because everything I’ve tried here has been amazing. Pretty sure I’ve gone through their whole menu by now 😂

My must-eats: Stuffed Mirchi, Punugulu, Green Chilli Pulaos, and Schezwan Fried Rice.“

“I enjoyed lunch here with my son. We both really enjoyed every bite. The naan is homemade and fresh, the flavors in the dishes were excellent and well balanced. The quality was very good. The space is simple but clean and welcoming.

Kid-friendliness: My son is two and he was super welcomed here!“

“Great menu, friendly and attentive staff.“

“The lunch buffet is absolutely fantastic! I have eaten at many Indian places on the east coast and this one is great. I do usually go for the buffet, and this one really shines. A lot of Indian buffets have dishes that taste similar, but each item here is really flavorful. Chana Masala I usually pass on, but wow this one was popping with flavor. And a spicy mix of herbs and onion - kind of like an herby dry salsa - haven't seen this before but it was a lovely addition.“

“Malgudi Cafe feels like home. The staff is friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. And the food is excellent. The food served at Malgudi Cafe is the food I'm served when I visit my friend's homes in India. It's a taste of India in Exton. The food is prepared to order and is consistently delicious, so I don't mind waiting occasionally. I also appreciate that I can ask any server for help. Anyone carrying a white handheld terminal can add to my order and close my check. It's convenient, especially when they're busy. My current favorite dish is the vegetable uttapam. I spent 3 1/2 weeks in India earlier this year and didn't find any uttapam that was better than Malgudi Cafe. Same goes for the chai - it's outstanding. Do yourself a favor and get to Malgudi Cafe. You'll be glad you did!“

“I had lunch at this restaurant and tried the Jalapeño Gobi 65—it was superb! It tasted incredibly fresh, unlike anything I’ve had before. I also had Mandi, which came with a variety of chicken types, and it was excellent. And also I refer to eat onion pakoda for snacks, Definitely worth trying!“

“Not your usual Indian! You’ll be greeted by the chef a very handsome softly spoken man who is very attentive & also very persuasive into letting him take charge of what you will eat. Pleasantly surprised was the outcome after 3 courses & lovely wine. The staff are one step ahead & know your every need from filling your glass to opening the toilet door for you. Lovely just lovely ☺️“

“We have been to the weekend buffet at Madness of Masala three times this year and that's saying a lot because we rarely go back to places that often. My wife in particular is a huge fan of the buffet and on one occasion, she even got her friends visiting from New Jersey to meet us there so that her friend and her husband - both foodies themselves - could try out the buffet.

*What's* *Great*:

1) Extensive Selection: They have a wide variety of items - both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. Something I particularly like is that the non-veg options include mutton - something few Indian buffets seem to include. I believe every time we have been there they have also had a fish item, although I have generally found that item to be an afterthought and not as worthwhile as the mutton item, which is pretty good.
2) Fresh Variety: There's enough variety so even though we have gone back on a few occasions, we have found new items to try. That keeps the place fresh.
3) Good Refill Policy: Unlike several other buffets - Indian, American, Chinese you name it - where restaurants try to keep costs manageable by simply not refilling their trays, these guys are good about refills.
4) Solid Service: Service is good. They are generally good at refilling waters or clearing out dirty plates even if one has to occasionally ask them to do those things because the few staff members there are managing several different activities at the same time, including keeping the buffet trays refilled.
5) Separate Veg/Non-Veg Tables: For anyone going in who is vegetarian, they can take some comfort in the fact that the veg and non-veg items are on separate tables. Thus there is little chance of someone using a serving spoon from the non-veg section of the buffet over to the veg section of the buffet.

*What* *Needs* *Improvement*:
1) Tiny Bathrooms: I find the two bathrooms to be extremely small. In terms of size, they would surely compete with airline bathrooms. As Indian food is generally consumed by one's hands, I definitely wash my hands before starting to eat and occasionally, I will wash my hands in between plates so that I can take my next plate of food more easily. But every time I go to the bathrooms, I have to be very watchful of the tight space I am in.
2) Spiciness of the food: The food here tends to be on the spicier side. For my wife and I who grew up in India, that is not an issue but for my daughter who's lived here her entire life, she does find most items very spicy. On our last visit when I mentioned this to one of the wait staff, he noted that the kitchen would be happy to make something for our little (6-year old) girl upon request.
3) Unclear Pricing: The first time we went there - likely around February 2025, I believe we were charged $20 per person but when we went again in April, we were charged $22 a person. I was unclear of whether the prices had increased in the two-month period (unlikely) or whether the person charging us $22 had simply made a mistake. I JUST checked as I was writing this review and in spite of looking at their webpage and their Instagram page, I still don't know exactly how much their weekend buffet is priced at. They should fix that.
4) No Knives Available: Another minor thing is that they do not have knives and that proved to be an inconvenience for our guests.

Bottom Line:
All in all, this is the best Indian buffet out there - slightly better (although a bit more expensive) than Aman's Indian Bistro in Phoenixville, the only other buffet I know of in the area. On any given weekend, when going out, Madness of Masala is always an option for us as we enjoy the wide assortment of items available.“

“We really enjoyed our dinner in this quaint setting. Inside felt homey, the menu has items from different regions in India than we are used to and a lot of traditional options that we haven’t seen at other restaurants in the area and the staff is very friendly. We will definitely be back.“

“Tried Aloo Papdi Chat, samosa chat, chicken Tikka Roll, chilli chicken, Dhabba Chicken Curry.. ALL are yummy..kids also liked the taste of all these...“

“We did take out from here. Food was very salty and not good at all. Roti was very hard and naan was very thick. We will not be ordering from this restaurant again. We ate here in past but their quality has worsen a lot. Would not recommend this restaurant to family & friends“

“My wife and I have eaten in many Indian restaurants and this was by far the best food by far! Parki g is the only nightmare as it is street city parking with meters that cover your plate rather than the spot you are in and apparently only the app works not the coin or credit card.“

“We come to PA regularly and each time we visit it has to include a meal from tiffin, ordering is easy and quick delivery, and the food is delicious, hot and plentiful, well done to you all there,“

“House of India Exton, PA is the BEST Indian restaurant. Always great food, healthy portions, and friendly/attentive staff. Kudos to House of India Exton, PA.“

“If you're looking for great food and a casual dining experience, Spice Indian Thai Bistro is the spot! Spice Indian Thai Bistro is consistently delicious!! I hope the Chef is happy there because she/he are doing an amazing job! We ordered Samosa, Saag Paneer, Tandoori Grilled Salmon, Thai Curry, and Vegetable Biryani! All of our food was AMAZING with leftovers to enjoy later!
Thank you for the hard work everyone does to make this dining experience excellent every time we visit!“

“I came here for my sister's place and I have been in the USA for 3 months and really miss South Indian food badly. The food was too good and worth trying everything at this place. I loved the taste and it reminded me of the taste I hadn't tasted for months! Would definitely recommend this place to people who stay here!“

“I have been going here since they opened bBest Indian food at a reasonable price. Food is also delicious. Eventhough there is language problem I still get by and go back whenever I crave for Indian food.
They also sell fresh goat meat, chicken all cleaned and cut into pieces. There is also seating if you prefer to dine in. There are no servers, it’s like fast food places, get your food and dine. Highly recommend this place.“

“Saffron Indian Kitchen in Wayne has become one of my go-to spots when I’m craving comforting Indian food that still feels a bit special. The vibe is relaxed and cozy inside, with a bright, clean dining room that works just as well for a casual weeknight dinner as it does for a low-key date night. Staff is friendly, attentive without hovering, and the food usually comes out pretty fast.

The menu has all the classics plus plenty of vegetarian options, and they’re happy to adjust the spice level, which is great if you’re dining with people who don’t like too much heat. Favorites at our table have been the chicken tikka masala, saag paneer, lamb dishes, and their different naan, which always comes out warm and fresh. Portions are generous, prices feel fair for the area, and it works really well for both dine-in and takeout when you want something flavorful and satisfying.“

“Had the lunch special with Chicken Chettinah, Dal, Vegetable, Raita, Roti, Rice, Pickle and Dessert for under $11! Everything was excellent and it was basically two meal because I took half home. Staff is very relaxed and the place is super clean. The area definitely has it's fair share of Indian food, but this one is worth visiting for quality and price.“

“The staff and the food was amazing highly recommend if you want to authentic Indian cuisine and flavors food made fresh and amazing flavor highly recommend to bring the family“

“The staff are super friendly and helpful. Food is out of this world! Would recommend to anyone who enjoys a different palette experience 😄 11 out of 10 stars for me!!“

“Friendly, clean, and delicious. I’m not a picky person, so when I saw that they finally opened an Halal spot in Franklin Mills mall, I was hype. We went here before the movies and the girls were so attentive and nice. Highly recommended. Will come back and it’s my first time!“

“This place has the best food, the pav bhaji is the best I've ever had and they wraps are also great! Robyn was the best!! I felt like she was a one man show running that place with a big smile on her face even when it got a crazy rush of people! She made our day today!“

“We loved the food, very authentic I can say. They have a great collection for vegetarian as well as non-vegetarians, especially for chicken and goat lovers. Their naans have unique crunchiness which adds more joy to the super yummy food. The balance of spices and salt was beyond what I could expect, loved every bite I had at this place. Friendly customer service, great atmosphere, highly recommended!!“

“We went here for lunch thinking we'd get a buffet. The new owner told us the buffet wouldn't be set up until December, but offered us a tasting menu and WOW was it worth it! The chicken Tikka was some of the best I've ever had, the lamb was rich and delicious, and the Naan....ohhh the Naan! Nice restaurant, friendly staff, affordable and delicious. If you're in the area and like Indian food I highly recommend giving it a shot!“

“We came as a group of 10 for the Sunday lunch buffet. They had a great range of appetizers, mains both veg and non veg options, as well biriyanis meat and veg. They bought freshly made dosa and naan bread to the table.The food was really tasty.The place is great for the families.We traveled from Bucks, and it was worth it.Lastly, the owners were present. They and the waitress were excellent hosts.“