44 Best Indian Restaurants near Little Elm

“My most go to place. Every dish I tried was a blend of flavors, perfectly balanced and expertly crafted. From the creamy Butter Chicken to Lamb Vindaloo, each dish showcased the rich culinary heritage of India. The spices were used with finesse, adding depth and complexity to every bite. And I must appreciate the chef's expertise in balancing the flavors.“

“This is easily one of the best Indian restaurants I’ve been to, with food that is flavorful, fresh, and beautifully prepared. Every dish we tried had authentic spices and excellent balance, with plenty of variety to choose from. The service was warm, attentive, and made the whole dining experience even better. Highly recommend.“

“Our waiter was very helpful on what to order as it was our first time eating South Indian Food. We enjoyed our food. 3 of us. we all got a variety of meals and shared it.“

“We had a catering order for a recent event. All items - Veg biryani, oothapam, vada, chappathi, podi idli all were with high quality & Taste. All guests felt like having home made food. Will defintely ne ordering with them for next event.“

“Friends of mine mentioned this location, and I had read positive reviews. The staff had headbands and gloves on, and the place looked immaculate when I visited last week. The mulbagal benne dosa and ghee podi idly that I ordered arrived promptly and were delicious. Together with the garlic naan, I also tasted some spicy Malai kofta and jackfruit panasapottu kurma, all of which were quite delicious. I enjoyed the greatest homemade sweet I've ever had, angur rabdi jamun, for dessert. It's beyond a doubt that vegetarians should visit this location.“

“The customer service was impeccable“

“We recently visited this restaurant to celebrate my friend’s birthday, and it turned out to be an amazing experience! The food was absolutely awesome — every dish was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. The drinks were also really good and perfectly prepared, which made our celebration even more enjoyable.

A special mention to Kriti, who served us. She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made sure we were comfortable throughout our time there. Her service truly added to the overall experience and made the birthday celebration even more special.

My friends and I had a wonderful time, and we’re so glad we chose this place for such an important occasion. We highly recommend this restaurant to everyone looking for great food, delicious drinks, and excellent service. We’ll definitely be coming back!“

“So many reasons to love this restaurant! Being a 100% vegetarian restaurant sits on the top of my list, also some very nice smiling people work here, and last but not the least, their elaborate weekend brunch menu! I am an early bird, and some times reach there even before 8:30 am to enjoy the food and chai when it’s quiet! I have been there many times and never got disappointed thus far! Thank you A2B for providing us such delicious food! ❤️“

“First time to this restaurant and it was DELICIOUS!! Flavors of multiple dishes was outstanding and authentic. We will definitely be back and plan to try takeout next time. This is a relaxed place with no frills. The food is 5 star for sure!“

“First time today. Ordered Tikka Masala bowl for her and Tikka burrito for me. Also Paneer fries and a couple Naans. Everything tastes good, but Naan is dry. Spice level is about 3 and we are usually 1 or zero, so be aware. Can we request less spicy?“

“Tried the chicken unda roll here and it was seriously good—flavorful, fresh, and perfectly cooked. My friends all got different rolls and everyone was happy with their picks too. Great spot for a quick, tasty bite. Definitely coming back.“

“FOOD:
I got the Chicken Tikka Masla and it was super flavorful and creamy. I love super spicy food but I was having acid issues that day. I really appreciate how they have plus values for their spicy levels. Not every person or culture rank spice the same so it was nice seeing they had that. AND the spice level was perfect for me and my stomach with their system. My boyfriend has GERT so he loved it too. He ordered the Lamb Rogan Josh and the meat was very tender and juicy which is hard to do with gamey meat. His stomach is sensitive and sometimes when he eats foods with additives or lots of seed oils he gets sick but he didn’t experience anything like that at all here. Their food and ingredients are top quality.

SERVICE:
I have lived and grown up in Dallas my whole life and Spice and Tonic will be added to the top of my lists for go-to. Service and food here is nothing short of amazing. There was a technical blip with online ordering but before and after this restaurant have shown such care and grace. Even when I was upset (the issue was not the restaurant’s fault at all). They really care about their business and it shows. Not only did the host seem super happy, the owner personally called to check up with me on my issue and got to the bottom of things and the food was great.

ATMOSPHERE: I did not have the chance to dine in but when I came to pick up my food, the restaurant looked super nice, chic and clean.

OVERALL:
I wanted to leave an in depth review to really show my appreciation for this business and those there who keep the show running. Immaculate food and service. I would not write such a review if I did not want to recc. to everyone and their mothers. We should support great people and great product (the food). It is rare to see such a package these days so let’s keep such places alive and thriving.“

“We've been waiting for a GOOD Indian food place, this does NOT disappoint!! Delicious!! Authentic flavor, great service and great prices!!!! Chicken Vindaloo is our favorite - spicy was perfect heat level!! Ordered pickup so no comment on atmosphere but smelled amazing in the restaurant.“

“This has long been a hidden dfw gem, and was my favorite restaurant in the city for many years. Glad to see they are keeping it going in a new location. Set meals during the week, and the banana leaf buffet, which is just to die for, on weekends. A must have. Absolutely essential stop for anyone who is confident enough to let the chef do the ordering.“

“I can safely say now my search for authentic, better quality quintessential Maharashtrian products has to come a fruitful end! Purnima, a kind soul and genuinely nice person has started this initiative to bring in the best of products all the way from Pune! The line of brand includes Sohum Udyog, Ganesh Bhel, Gore Bandhu, etc! I was not quite aware about majority of the brands but I could quickly judge the taste and quality of the products once tried. Kokum Sarbat- Aagal, Mirgunda, Variety of pickles - mango, chili, sweet lime; variety of flours - bhajani - regular, upwas, chakli; bhakri, whole wheat, ghaavan; bhel and snacks to name a few! Her new line up will include lots of specialty spices (ground masale)! Soulfoods ship locally and all across the country. Please check out their website! PS: Mumbaikar reviewing so it is pretty non biased 😂😝!“

“Had a great experience at Simply South in Frisco! The food was delicious and full of flavor. The manager greeted us warmly, and we didn’t have to wait at all to be seated. Highly recommend if you’re looking for good South Indian food with great service!“

“Food was so yummy 😋 . Tons of varieties was there 😳. Service was so good . Neat and clean . Today we went with my family at lunch. I will recommend with my friends and relatives go and have it .I am giving 5 rating 🥰..“

“very good food and excellent customer service.“

“Excellent taste 👌 Masala puri must try!!“

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Excellent food with authentic South Indian flavors! We tried the Ambur Chicken Biryani, Idiyappam, Madurai Mutton Curry, Mutton Liver Fry, Porotta, Mutton Soup, and Jigarthanda. Every dish was delicious, fresh, and full of authentic taste. The Jigarthanda was the perfect way to finish the meal.

Highly recommend Madurai Mess for anyone looking for genuine Tamil Nadu-style cuisine.“

“Incredible food with tons of flavorful gluten-free and vegetarian options! My daughter who is celiac, enjoyed GF roti. The service was outstanding—friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Every dish was delicious. A must-visit for anyone who loves great food and top-notch hospitality.“

“Wonderful atmosphere and great service, would highly recommend“

“I crave Curry Point India Meals. I catch the lunch buffet as often as I can but it's not easy as the drive to and from work is a little lengthy. This is my favorite Indian Buffet in all of DFW. It's located in a strip mall & not much on atmosphere but I've never had a dish here that I didn't love. Nothing they serve is sub par in any way shape or form. It is all perfect IMO. I love it & hope they do very well going forward.“

“We loved the food and the service was great!“

“We ordered a mutton curry, a chicken starter, a Gobi starter, and a paneer methi masala curry. Everything was really good, and all the dishes were flavorful and tasty. The food was fresh, well-cooked, and had a great balance of spices. We enjoyed everything we ordered and would definitely recommend this place.“

“Finally decided to try Jashan and we were not disappointed. It’s a beautiful venue and offers a varied menu with dishes from across India. Service by Roy was cordial and not rushed. Jashan lives up to the hype and fills the gap as a premier Indian restaurant in North Dallas. We will definitely go back!“

“A late review, but a great one. We had a small religious event at our home and no second thoughts but went to order with Sai Bhavan. Requirements shared over a text message for Satvik food for a group of around 20 people and they immediately understood what we want and ensured that every single item was prepared with great care. Spice level requirement was well understood and managed very well. Food was ready before time and was super fresh and so tasty. This place has been our family's go to when it comes to any sort of catering or even a casual dinner out at the restaurant. Love the place. #Secondtimecatering#“

“Very enjoyable experience.“

“The food was very tasty and authentic, especially the biryani and starters. The spices were perfect, and the portions were generous. Everything was served hot and fresh. The staff were polite, and the service was quick. The place has a simple, family-friendly Indian restaurant atmosphere.

Overall, a great spot for Hyderabadi food, definitely visiting again.“

“Monk is a good Indo-Chinese/Nepalese restaurant with delicious soups, appetizers, entrees and desserts. Their soups appear to be pretty heart healthy Each time I eat there, my resting heart rate went down by few beats (please note, this is my personal experience/ observation, so please take it with grain of salt & test it yourself). I bet it’s mostly beautiful the soups are loaded with vitamins C & diced cabbage! Give a try and see how you feel. Best,“

“First time there last night. The food was incredible! Family loved everything! We will definitely be back.“

“I tried their Chicken Kebab and Mysore Bonda, and both were really good! The kebab was flavorful and perfectly spiced, while the Mysore Bonda was soft, fluffy, and delicious with the chutney and sambar. Definitely worth trying!😊“

“Food is fresh, delicious and reasonably priced. Service is excellent and especially they take very good care for the kids. Our kids got lot of snacks and they didn’t even charge for that. Sitting area is unique and different and obviously very comfortable. 100% recommendations!❤️“

“Although most Indian food can be made vegan friendly, it is nice to see it clearly labeled here.?I believe a lot of the tiffins are vegan, they also have tofu tikka masala & palak tofu, and a vegan biryani with tofu/veggies, among other items. Super good & definitely worth trying.“

“Good for biryani's lover. But North Indian food not that much good.“

“Taste of Antera in Texas is a fantastic spot for authentic Indian cuisine. Their recent offerings are truly impressive, with a wide variety of dishes that capture the true essence of Indian flavors. Every bite is packed with deliciousness, making it a must-visit for anyone craving quality Indian food. The food is consistently awesome, and I highly recommend giving them a try!“

“Excellent food and service!!! Keep it up the authentic aroma and deliciousness!!! 👍👏“

“Amazing food, amazing options, super super nice waiters. Wish I could give 10 stars.“

“We had a friends get together and wanted to choose a restaurant equi distant to everyone in different Dallas cities and found this. .. this one surely was a great pick .. a perfect Indian / Andhra style restaurant .. location wise it was good . Lots of parking outside and lots of seats inside to sit and eat . The ambience wasn’t the best but it was ok for us . Service was top notch .. the girl taking orders , exactly knew our pulse and suggested some good dishes for the whole gang .

Almost everything we ate was delicious . Starters - peanut masala superbb , chicken 65 was good and crispy and the best was the baby corn starter . It was super good and we had to repeat order that one ..

Goat curry had great flavors and the meat was juicy . Road side fried rice was a stunner . Haven’t had this one in a long time . Chicken curry was also good . 👍. Spice levels were apt for all of us to enjoy a good meal.

I do not give 5 stars much but this one deserves it . 5 stars ⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“As a Telugu guy, this place truly feels like home. The food is authentic, flavorful, and reminds me of my mom’s cooking. The combo varieties are well thought out, the portions are generous, and everything is budget-friendly.

The service is kind and welcoming, which adds to the homely vibe. A big thank you to Akka for serving such delicious, home-style food with so much love and care.

Whenever I visit Dallas, Santhi’s Kitchen will always be a must-stop for me. Highly recommend to anyone craving real, homemade South Indian food!“

“Desi Bites in Plano is a good spot for proper Hyderabadi-style food. The biryani, haleem, and other dishes are rich in flavor and feel authentic, especially for a quick casual place. Portions are generous, and the food is satisfying. A solid choice when you’re craving real desi comfort food.“

“We visited for the buffet, and the entire family thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Every dish tasted fresh, flavorful, and truly authentic.
The biggest highlight for us was our three-year-old daughter. she normally refuses to eat anything at buffets, but here she actually ate and really loved the food! The ambiance is super cool and welcoming, making it an easy and relaxing place to dine with family.
Overall, fantastic authentic Indian food and a great atmosphere. Highly recommended!“

“Very friendly staff. Buffet was outstanding. We were traveling with two pups and they allowed us to eat outside on their patio. Highly recommend !“

“It was one of the best experiences for me and my family; we love trying out new restaurants. It was our first time at The Yellow Chili, and we were very satisfied. The servers were very friendly Alexa took great care of us and we are leaving with an excellent first impression. And the food? Simply exquisite.“