50 Best Indian Restaurants in Houston

“Amazing food! The flavors just explode in your mouth. Pork vindaloo and roasted cauliflower were the favorites. Service was spectacular.“

“The best! Exquisite food, service and ambiance. Great value for the experience. Can't wait to go back!“

“Great customer service and the food delicious !“

“My parents and I visited Aga’s restaurant and were amazed at not only the quality of food but also the service. This is easily one of, if not the best meal we’ve ever eaten. I cannot recommend this place enough! Such a warm and welcoming environment! Everything about this restaurant was great. The place was clean and smelled good. The staff and greeter were very nice. Our waiter Khatija was awesome, the staff also worked as a team in bringing and cleaning up our food. The food was fresh and awesome. Great atmosphere with really nice people. The floor manager took his time to welcome my family and made it his main priority to adjust everything to our liking. Especially nowadays with COVID-19, it’s hard to find a clean but comfortable restaurant environment I felt like my family was number 1. Also, it felt like I was over at family or friends. So I would like to take the opportunity to thank Mr.Sufiayn, Mr.Shawqat, and Ms.Khatija from the bottom of my heart.“

“really good and flavorful chicken tikka rolls! Came with a green chutney sauce and a tikka sauce! The owner was nice enough to give a mango lassi on the house and everything’s halal so that’s a plus too!

Dietary restrictions: Had veggie options like paneer

Parking: free parking in the garage for 2 hours if u buy anything at the lyric market

Wheelchair accessibility: open space with multiple food options, enough walk space for wheels chairs“

“Amazing tikka masala, saag paneer, samosas, fries, and garlic naan! My new favorite restaurant! Please add a sampler platter to your menu!“

“I recently dined at Tempura and loved the experience. The atmosphere was very friendly, and the customer service was excellent. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a great meal in a welcoming environment.“

“Food and service was excellent!!“

“We were here for my boyfriends birthday tonight and my birthday last month. We will make this our date night at least once a month.“

“Just now tried the Kadi Pakora and Saag Paneer- Swad HOSHIARPUR DA - WUD HAVE LOVED EVEN MORE IF THODA TIKKHHA HONDA - You get to eat a Very Good meal for just $12 - AMAZING - ALSO Good place for Authentic Punjabi Sweets - Love the Julie- It's So Delicious ??“

“Awesome food. Great service“

“A Culinary Gem in Houston – Desi Junction Indian Cuisine

If you’re on the hunt for authentic and flavorful Indian cuisine in Houston, look no further than Desi Junction Indian Cuisine. This place truly stands out for its exceptional food, stellar service, and attention to quality.

From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted with warm hospitality and a vibrant ambiance that sets the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. The menu offers an impressive variety of dishes, each prepared with care and bursting with the rich, authentic flavors that define Indian cuisine.

One of the highlights of my visit was the pani puri and dosa, both served just like the iconic street food in India. The pani puri was crisp and tangy, with perfectly spiced water and fillings that transported me straight to the bustling streets of Mumbai. The dosa was golden, crispy, and paired with chutneys and sambar that tasted like home. These dishes alone make Desi Junction a must-visit for anyone craving the true essence of Indian street food.

What truly impressed me was the attention to detail—every dish felt like a masterpiece, made with fresh ingredients and an evident passion for cooking. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable, ready to guide you through the menu and ensure your meal was perfect from start to finish.

Desi Junction isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a celebration of Indian culture and cuisine. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a one-of-a-kind dining experience in Houston. It’s a place I’ll return to again and again!“

“Delicious Indian food in the Spring Branch area with friendly customer service. Everyone was very kind, helpful, and accommodating. I highly recommend giving this place a try if you're in the area!“

“Very tasty food !!! Must be visited in Houston“

“Our lunch was excellent! we had the chicken vindaloo and the chicken curry. the Naan bread was awesome.“

“Both the food and service were excellent. I started with veg pakora then had butter chicken, absolutely delicious.“

“It is a small hole-in-the-wall place, but the food is phenomenal. The hara masala is particularly excellent and the steak tikka is both spicy and delicious.“

“Amazing food. We love Peacock!“

“Both my wife and I had to wait near IAH and through our search we found this place and we are Sai glad we did. In short, excellent food and excellent service. Everything we ordered were cooked fresh. Overall, it was a delicious and delightful experience.“

“Excellent food. Exquisite flavor.“

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

“Awesome food!! Great place for parties and gatherings!! Very good banquet hall!!“

“We love Spice Indian! The food is amazing, the people are kind, and the location is convenient. It is definitely my go-to for Indian food in Houston!“

“मस्त मसाला लावून तळलेला पापलेट आणि सुरमई !! वरून पिळलेला लिंबू !! सॉल्ट आणि लिंबू ची करोना म्हणजे स्वर्गीय सुख !!“

“The food quality is awesome. Recommend!!!“

“Great food, everything is flavorful and the owner is very hospitable“

“Great ambience, delicious food, prepared on the spot. Love from Singapore♥“

“Very good food and have huge banquet hall.“

“I visited this restaurant a couple of weeks ago ,and loved the food and the atmosphere. The owner was very friendly and recommended a unique dish. I will definitely recommend this restaurant to my friends.“

“Good food, service and ambiance.“

“Awesome food great service , friendly staff best food in town“

“Wonderful food exceptional service“

“Never tried Indian cuisine before coming to this place. It was good and they have a buffet for lunch only which was really good and convenient. Me and my wife will be coming back. The price for the buffet for the two of us was right at $40. I’m not an Indian cuisine expert but I would recommend this place. The service was great and they were friendly. Yes will be coming back!“

“Nice and friendly place but not attentive. The restroom is not up to the mark - 3.5/5. The plates and spoons are closer to how food is served back home, which is nice.

Dahi Puri - 5/5 Nice and tasty. 5 pieces came to a plate.

Lemon Juice - it is a combination of lemon, ginger and some other ingredients. 2.5/5

Chole Bhature - 4.5/5 it was nice and tasty. I think the oil was a bit old.

Mysore masala dosa - 3.5/5 it's too crunchy.

We asked for the tea after the food but it came out before the food.

Would visit them if I get a chance to try to taste rest off the menu.“

“Samosas were amazing, and teachers LOVED them! Thank you so much!“

“The food was absolutely delicious – every dish was packed with flavor and beautifully presented. The staff was friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. Highly recommend this place to anyone who loves great food. I can't wait to come back and try more from the menu!“

“We ordered per our server (Ghazala) recommendations Goat Karahi and Malai chicken with regular Naan. Goat Karahi was a bomb (just little salty “ maybe my fault of not used to too much salt” so no blame on them). Malai chicken was an average hut need to focus on quantity based on price which I think was less. But Goat karahi serving was well justified and good enough for two people. Naans were fresh and tasty. Our server (Ghazala) recommended us to try garlic naan which was out busting (yummy). Definitely going back again to try out other dishes as we were already stuffed with good food.“

“Hidden gem of the tunnels. Sometimes I come here just for their chai but their Indian dishes really hit the spot. They have fair portion sizes and if it's your first time visiting, they may treat you to a free chai or a free sample of other dishes.“

“We got to try some samples at the Bay Area Farmer’s Market today and everything was so yummy we had to buy pretty much everything we sampled! Brought it home and it was just as good heated up for our dinner! Just the right amount of spicy. We’ll be back to get more!“

“Very good taste nepali and Indian food“

“The food was great. Manager spoke to us and he was wonderful any questions we had he was happy to assist. The server didn’t really want to assist did care to explain food items and quick to cut us off. Was nice as long as we didn’t ask questions on the food.“

“Amazing tikka masala, saag paneer, samosas, fries, and garlic naan! My new favorite restaurant! Please add a sampler platter to your menu!“

“In a saturated market within Hillcroft area, this one has managed to sustain and impress me over the past year.
They have a wide variety of street food options and the Ahmedabad-style Vadapav which is toasted in butter with a spicy garlic chutney is one of my favorite dishes there - highly recommend! I also appreciate that they use authentic soft Indian pav and not burger buns.
Their service is decent but can be really slow and chaotic during weekends and peak hours.

Dietary restrictions: They have Vegetarian and Jain options available.“

“I had the pleasure of visiting Khyber for their lunch buffet, and it was truly a delightful experience. I was honored to meet Mr. Kapoor, who exemplified wonderful hospitality. The food was absolutely delicious, and I would love the opportunity to return and enjoy it once more. The ambiance was lovely, and the service was exceptional. I highly recommend Khyber and would gladly give it a five-star rating.“

“Very delicious food. This little hole in the wall restaurant has become a favorite of ours. The food is always flavorful, soo delicious! The best Spicy Saag Paneer, Spicy Chicken Tikka Masala and Garlic Naan! Reasonably priced. Love it! The lady that waits on you is also very sweet and makes sure to ask if everything is too your liking! They also allow you to take a bottle of wine to enjoy and provide the wine bottle opener and wine glasses. There's also a liquor store next door where you can purchase wine from their cooler.

Kid-friendliness: Our little one hasn't developed the taste buds for Indian food, but they don't mind us taking her Happy Meal to enjoy while mom and dad enjoy the good stuff.“

“Great food with the new menu! Great taste“

“The customer service was outstanding, and the Chicken Curry was exactly what I was looking for.” “I was so pleased with the service. They went above and beyond to help me find the perfect Dish.” “I was very impressed with the quality of the curry, very fresh I received. We will back soon“

“Visited Kumar's today for lunch with family. The food was incredibly tasty, especially the chicken fried biryani, which was delicious and juicy. The server was very attentive, checking in regularly to make sure we had everything we needed.“

“This was my first time eating here, and the food was superb. You have to wait a little because they serve the food fresh, but we ordered chicken and lamb dishes, and both were delicious. It was pleasant to talk to the young gentleman working there first in Urdu and then in Gujarati. He was eager to make sure that our dinner was absolutely memorable. The restaurant will also have Ramzan special menus from next week onwards. If you are in the neighborhood and want to either dine in (spartan atmosphere but spotlessly clean) or take food home, you will come away very happy. These are good people.“

“I have been going to Shiva for years. The consistency of the food is better than the majority of the restaurants across Houston. The move to the new location has not had a negative impact on the quality of the food. The lamb is always very tender, the chicken succulent, and always full of flavor. The staff are always friendly and the owner is a really nice guy. I have recommended this Indian restaurant to family, friends and work colleagues.“