28 Best Indian Restaurants near Trooper

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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...“

“Overall, a 10 out of 10 experience I come here with my family close to about every week. This place brings joy, fun and a little bit of culture I had into our family life. I love Indian food but I love the kind and caring atmosphere more. May Jesus bless you all 💕💐“

“So so so delicious. Wanted to try everything on the menu, will definitely recommend to everyone. One of my all time favorite Indian restaurants.“

“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“

“Ours was a take out order, for a party of 15. We ordered Lamb chops, Mutton biriyani and butter chicken. Everything was lip smacking, finger licking good!“

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

“Many years I have been going to this restaurant! The food is excellent. The waitress, Bhawana, is very gracious, attentive, friendly and remembers what has been ordered from previous visits. She doesn't rush the process; has an ease with serving and does so with a most beautiful smile.“

“EXCELLENT!! Everything was excellent! The atmosphere, service, and especially the food!! I eat a lot of Indian food. The Sultan on Main Street in Lansdale is by far the BEST Indian food in the area!!! ✨???✨“

“Good food, very nice people, very comfortable. We will return.“

“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.“

“Love the place. Heading back real soon“

“If you enjoy classic dishes from India & Nepal, or if you're a first timer to this culinary experience, make the Nirvana brand your paramount dining destination in the Philly region. Eat-in or take-out you won't be disappointed.“

“I recently visited an Indian food truck and opted for take-out. The chicken fried rice and chilli chicken were both exceptionally flavorful and well-prepared. The portions were generous, making it a great value for the price. Overall, I was thoroughly impressed with the quality and quantity of the food“

“Not sure how I went so long without knowing this place existed, but I was super excited to find them. The paneer tikka masala is amazing, and the portions are great for the price. I'm also addicted to the onion bhaji, garlic naan, and Peshawari naan. The spice levels are perfect and our servers are always friendly.“

“The food is amazing so much flavor“

“Always enjoy the quick and accurate service from Ekta Bryn Mawr. Have also appreciated the host's recommendations on new dishes to try. Favorites include the Khali mirch fish and Dal makhani although we have enjoyed a wide variety of mains and appetizers. Routinely order for take out for the family and it hits right every time!“

“Fast, friendly service with quality Indian fare. Who could ever complain?! We had a very small mix-up with our takeout order, but the staff immediately fixed the issue, no questions asked, and even included a complimentary serving of kheer as a gesture of goodwill. If all restaurants operated with such courtesy and professionalism, the world of dining would be a better place! We will certainly be returning.“

“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!!“

“Great menu, friendly and attentive staff.“

“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!!“

“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!“

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“