15 Best Indian Restaurants near Essex Junction

“We made reservations for our large group ahead of time and they were very accommodating. The service was fantastic, keeping our drinks full and making recommendations from the menu. The food was all delicious, and everyone enjoyed their meal. About half of our group hadn’t had Indian food before but they all left as fans! The waiter was able to easily guide the vegan in our group to a variety options for him. We all enjoyed tea and a sweet at the end. We are so glad to have found this restaurant and will definitely be back!“

“We placed a large order for Doordash delivery this evening. Our group wanted to try a bit of many dishes to satisfy vegetarians, meat eaters, spicy food lovers, bland food lovers and gluten free folks! We ordered over a dozen different dishes and everything was delicious! Some favorites were the vegetable pakora, momos, malai kofta, cauliflower 65 and the chicken tikka masala. The saag paneer was wonderful but we wish it had a bit more cheese. This was our first time trying this location and we’ll be back!“

“This is a great restaurant and I hope to delete this post one day but I’ve had some inconsistent food from here. I think there might be two chefs. I always order the same thing lamb tikka masala, butter chicken and aloo naan.
I get it sometimes and it’s amazing. And then I get it other times and it tastes like it’s watered down or not the same recipe. Sometimes the bread is thicker and sometimes it’s like a pancake.
I’m just a little frustrated because this is my go to Indian spot and I’m looking for it to always be as good as I know it can be 😊“

“We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Aroma’s in Vermont! The food was exceptionally good—honestly the best we’ve had at any Indian restaurant in the US, and we’ve tried many across the country. Everything was so flavorful, fresh, and prepared with care.

The hospitality made our visit even more special. The owner was incredibly welcoming and went above and beyond to make sure we and our 2-year-old son were comfortable. We regret not asking his name, but his kindness truly stood out. Ms. Sarita also came by personally to ensure we were enjoying everything, which added such a warm, personal touch.

We left feeling not only satisfied with the meal but also cared for like family. We’d highly recommend Aroma’s to anyone visiting Vermont and will definitely return on our next trip.“

“Food is always delicious, piping hot, and extremely flavorful! A great spot in the new north end!“

“This food is special. We had the samosas, butter chicken, and beef chili momo and everything was perfect. Bright, fresh, flavorful, unique. So glad to have this close to home!“

“We had the Goat Vindaloo, Chana Saag, Chicken Coconut curry, and Mango Lassi. Absolutely delicious food, kind service, and easy parking. We can't wait to come back and try even more dishes. We'll probably call ahead and do take out next time. Support Winooski Main street businesses! We want them to stay open during construction!!

Dietary restrictions: Clearly labeled Gluten Free options.“

“Fantastic flavorful food, very reasonable prices, and a super sweet staff. Do your taste buds a favor and check it out! So frickin' delicious!“

“People that don’t like this place are the type of people to pay $45 for Japanese imported KitKats at the place at church street when you can get those same KitKats online for $10. Indian bizarre vibe, cheap imported foods. I see nothing wrong with it.“

“We were looking for a quick bite before a show at the Flynn center and stopped into Red Panda on a whim. I'm so glad we did- We sat at the bar and had a glass of wine and a beer, we split two appetizers and biryani, everything was delicious, and quick. Family owned, the nice young man who served us said his aunt and uncle were the owners. Highly recommend.“

“I absolutely love momos, delicious Nepali dumplings generously stuffed and seasoned with spices. I was very happy with the quality and taste of the food while visiting Laliguras in Burlinton.

The restaurant is a cute little spot off of Church St. A great place for a delicious and hearty lunch.“

“The best Indian food in Burlington owned by a caring family who make you feel welcome.“

“Had Lamb Korma and Garlic Naan, both were delicious!!!“

“Great, authentic Indian cuisine!“

“We were looking for a quick bite before a show at the Flynn center and stopped into Red Panda on a whim. I'm so glad we did- We sat at the bar and had a glass of wine and a beer, we split two appetizers and biryani, everything was delicious, and quick. Family owned, the nice young man who served us said his aunt and uncle were the owners. Highly recommend.“