Order the best Indian near Worcester, MA

Best Indian Restaurants Nearby in Worcester

Indian bites

Indian bites

4.3
(60+)
• Indian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 1.1 mi • 24 min
"Yummy Samosa Chaat and the portion size was also satisfying. Prices are reasonable. "
"Butter chicken combo tasted bland and watery. Naan was wet and soggy, felt almost undercooked. Goat Bowl with Rice was so skimpy on the goat, with just a bone and small bits of meat. Did not come with yogurt sauce either like I chose. So so disappointing. Would never ever order again. Nasty 🤢"
Combo Special
Rice with kidney beans in Indian spices, one curry choice, and either flatbread (Naan or Paratha) or an appetizer (Samosa or Pakora).
$16.77
Butter Chicken Bowl with Rice
Contains dairy. Chicken with creamy, nutty gravy with Indian spices. Served with a base of fresh long-grain basmati rice
$16.66
Vegetable Samosa
Contains gluten. Crispy spiced turnover stuffed with potatoes and peas
$6.56
Chicken Biryani
Contains dairy. Saffron-infused basmati rice slow-cooked with Indian yogurt, spices, nuts, and herbs
$17.54
Woodlands

Woodlands

4.0
(1k+)
• Vegetarian
$0 delivery fee • 8.6 mi • 61 min
$7 off on $47+
"I have ordered from here multiple times and it is by far my favorite Indian restaurant around here. Great dosa + chutney, the Shahi Paneer and other vegetarian dishes are to die for, the Garlic Naan is delicious, and the drinks like Lassi and Masala Chai (Tea) are wonderful as well! Orders are packaged with care and attention and always arrive correct and intact. Thank you Woodlands!!"
"pretty dissatisfied with our food, not sure we will be ordering from here again. each dish we purchased had something we didn't like, except for the Papdi chaat, which was delicious. the Guntur Chicken Curry was bone-in and the spice balance was harsh (not too hot, but the balance of flavors was just off). the Assorted Bread Basket , though a good way to try a variety of breads, left us with 5 underwhelming naan options. the Chicken Biryani was underspiced and bland. the Palak Paneer had literally two pieces of paneer. the Mango lassi were pretty tasty though."
Ghee Masala Dosa
A thin golden crispy rice and lentil crepe cooked in ghee. served with sambar, coconut chutney, tomato chutney, and potato masala
$17.48
Butter Chicken Chef Special
Buttery & creamy Tangy sauce cooked in aromatic spices served in a choice of protein.
$20
Chaat Samosa
Crushed crispy samosa with warm chickpea sauce, mint chutney, sweet chutney, masala yogurt, sev, chopped onions & tomatoes & spices.
$12.02
VEG ROYAL THALI NORTH
(Appetiser + Dal Makhani+ Kadhai Paneer+ jeera alloo + Chana masala +Naan+ Pickle +Raita+Biryani+ Rice + Salad+ Pappad + Sweet) NORTH ROYAL Each Curry 5 oz
$22.69
Dabba Indian Kitchen by Wonder

Dabba Indian Kitchen by Wonder

Indian • Pakistani
$0 delivery fee • 1.8 mi • 26 min
Newly Added
Butter Chicken
Tender tandoori chicken marinated in yogurt and spices with a smoky, buttery tomato-cream sauce. Garnished with onion and cilantro. Served with basmati rice.
$23.84
Samosas
A beloved street food favorite. Two fried pastries stuffed with a savory filling of spiced potatoes and green peas. Served with your choice of sauce.
$9.75
Lamb Vindaloo
Tender braised lamb and potatoes in a spicy, deeply aromatic sauce with a touch of vinegar. Garnished with onion and cilantro. Served with basmati rice.
$26.73
Chicken Tikka Masala
Marinated tandoori chicken and baby potatoes in a rich tomato curry with creamy yogurt and fenugreek. Garnished with onion and cilantro. Served with basmati rice.
$23.35
Peppers Indian Cuisine

Peppers Indian Cuisine

4.4
(700+)
• Indian
$0 delivery fee • 8.3 mi • 66 min
"The flavors of the masala really blended nicely, topping the rice quite beautifully & the garlic nan was so soft and chewy! I will certainly be ordering again"
"The sause on the food is good but they only put in a little bit of chicken. For 20$ a meal this is an absolute joke. Also the nan shows 3 pieces per order but it is only one cut in half. Great taste but no where near a complete meal for the money. Butter Chicken Chicken Tikka Masala Garlic Naan Butter Naan. I will not order from here again."
Butter Chicken
Chicken cooked with spices, herbs and butter sauce
$20.39
Peppers Boneless Chicken Biryani
Peppers Special Curried Boneless chicken cooked in basmati rice with special herbs and spices
$20.27
Chicken Dum Biryani
Hyderabadi dum style Chicken cooked in Basmati rice with special herbs and spices
$19.79
Chicken Tikka Masala
Peppers Spl Boneless grilled chicken cooked with tomato, cream, onions, bell peppers & special spices
$20.39
JAY BHAVANI SHREWSBURY

JAY BHAVANI SHREWSBURY

3.7
(20+)
• $
$0 delivery fee • 6.2 mi • 38 min
Butter Vadapav
It will have cheese, onions, chat masala, chutney and JB Sauce
$5.82
Cheese Vadapav Butter
Contains No Butter. Bombay Style. Dry
$6.98
Mitti Chulha

Mitti Chulha

4.3
(300+)
• $
$0 delivery fee • 8.5 mi • 62 min
$5 off on $50+
"super good!Mitti Chulha Special Chicken Dum Biryani"
"the lamb is so tender and the chicken is all fresh white meat, everything tastes like it was made with love. it was ready fast too! I'll definitely order again. very good portion size"
Mitti Chulha Special Chicken Dum Biryani
Aromatic chicken dum biryani topped with specially curried tender boneless chicken.
$21.39
Hyderabadi Chicken Dum Biryani
Basmati rice slow-cooked together with chicken-in bone marinated in regional hyderabadi spices.
$18.5
Butter Chicken
Tender chicken cooked in a creamy tomato and butter gravy, infused with mild spices.
$20.91
Veg. Maharani
A medley of assorted vegetables & paneer pieces cooked in a rich, creamy cashew gravy with aromatic spices with royal and flavorful experience.
$19.32
TKU - Kuppanna's

TKU - Kuppanna's

4.4
(100+)
• Indian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 12.7 mi • 50 min
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
$6 off on $54+
"The food was just amazing ! The Dindugal biryani was just too good. The Parotta was flaky with the dip it was mouth watering. The chicken 65 was crispy and had a lot of flavor"
"The crust is honestly the only thing that worked. Nice char, good bite, properly baked. But the second you pick up a slice, the entire topping layer just slides off. Paneer, peppers, cheese, sauce — everything. In some spots the base completely disappears and you’re left with a hole. The middle was straight-up soggy. Too much moisture under the cheese, with zero binding to hold it together. It looked promising in the box, generous paneer, colorful peppers, melted cheese. But the eating experience was a mess. You end up with a pile of toppings on the plate and a sad, empty crust in your hand."
Kuska Seeraga Samba + Chicken 65
Fragrant seeraga samba rice paired with crispy, spiced chicken 65. A fragrant spiced rice dish cooked with the mutton or chicken, but served without meat. Perfectly paired with mutton or chicken gravy to enjoy the rich biryani taste in every bite.
$24.69
Ooty Chicken 65
Spicy chicken roast in coriander-mint masala and green chilies.
$20.75
Parotta (1)
Flaky layered flatbread griddled to golden perfection.
$5.75
Dynamite Chicken 65
Crispy Chicken 65 in a creamy, spicy dynamite sauce.
$20.73
Biryani Bros - 291 Turnpike Rd

Biryani Bros - 291 Turnpike Rd

$
$0 delivery fee • 8.5 mi • 58 min
Newly Added
Royal Boneless Chicken Dum Biryani
Juicy boneless chicken bites cooked in a rich, spicy masala, layered with fragrant saffron basmati rice, fried onions, and ghee.
$21.99
Tiffin & Toast Cafe & Ice Cream

Tiffin & Toast Cafe & Ice Cream

$
$0 delivery fee • 12.7 mi • 55 min
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
$5 off on $15+
"Great selections, different flavors. Loved my breakfast sandwich and was fresh. "
Paneer Tikka Masala Pizza
Paneer tikka, peppers and onions over a masala tomato base, finished with mint chutney.
$12.6
Boss Man's Toast
Boss Man’s homemade potato masala with omelette-style egg & spices.
$10.24
Chicken Manchurian Pizza
Chicken Manchurian with peppers, onions and mozzarella, finished with scallions and Manchurian sauce.
$14.99
Butter Chicken Pizza
Creamy butter chicken, mozzarella and red onions, finished with fresh cilantro.
$13.99
Walnut Lane by Jonathan Waxman - Wonder

Walnut Lane by Jonathan Waxman - Wonder

American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 1.8 mi • 28 min
Newly Added
Main with Starter & Side
Open with a starter or salad, then choose any entrée and side dish
$52.9
Main & Side
A main course of your choice, served with one side dish
$34.35
Roasted Salmon & Chimichurri
Roasted center cut salmon fillet in a bright, tangy, chimichurri sauce. Garnished with lemons.
$29.75
Caribbean Flaavor

Caribbean Flaavor

4.5
(1k+)
• Caribbean
$0 delivery fee • 1.7 mi • 37 min
"So. Instead of going to a fancy-pants restaurant for our anniversary, we decided to spend it on the couch and order food that reminded us of where we spent our wedding just 2 years ago. Can I say? HOLY COW. We ordered their famous jerk chicken and curry chicken. Both with rice and veggies. The jerk chicken was delicious, tender and spicy enough to leave a buzz on your tongue without being overpoweringly hot. My husband commented that it was truly authentic and the flavors melded together beautifully. The curry chicken was falling off the bone and literally melted in my mouth like butter. The sauce was thickly coating every inch of meat with flavors reminiscent of my travels to the Caribbean. The rice? I will say, as a Puerto Rican, I have never liked rice outside of that. Pilaf, Mexican, sometimes even Chinese rice. But this?? Omg. Their rice and peas soaked up the chicken marinades wonderfully and enhanced the entire experience. CANNOT wait to order again! Best meal I've had in months!!"
"This is so good it physically hurts. Every part of this meal...they nailed it. Every aspect is worship-worthy. The cabbage has the perfect amount of sweetness & crunch. The big beans in the rice are perfect. The rice is full of it's own flavor, and the oxtail and sauce is heavenly. It's a balanced mix of sweet, smokey, beefy, and spicy (seasoning-wise)."
Jerk Chicken
Does not come with planteen. Only for decoration.
$14.82
Tribos Peri Peri

Tribos Peri Peri

4.7
(500+)
• Indian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 12.0 mi • 71 min
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
$5 off on $25+
"This place is absolutely delicious! New favorite spot! We love the sauces and the hummus and chicken wrap! The vegetarian options are great too! "
"**Disappointing** The mango Shakes/Smoothies was absolutely pathetic. The cup was barely half way filled. A huge RIPOFF at $7.50 for 8 ounces (yes, I measured) The mild Grilled Chicken Sandwich was very tasty - perfect amount of heat. A bit too much sauce for me, but thats personal preference. I wish they offered customization to request sauce on the side, no tomato, etc We might try it one more time. Maybe the mango smoothie being barely halffull was a one-off"
Chicken & Rice Bowl (Tenders)
Seasoned rice topped with three tenders; traditional (not chopped) or chopped. tenders basted with your choice of sauce. side salad topped with house dressing. garlic sauce and chili sauce provided complimentary.
$15.61
Grilled Chicken Tenders
Chicken tenderloins, flame-grilled and sauced up. Please note: these are not breaded
$14.14
Peri Peri Chicken Wrap
Flame-grilled chicken tenders wrapped in your choice of spinach or plain tortilla with crisp lettuce, tomato, and peri-mayo.
$11.77
Grilled Wings
Flame-grilled wings with your choice of peri peri flavor
$16.23
Pholicious Asian Fusion Restaurant & Bar

Pholicious Asian Fusion Restaurant & Bar

4.5
(1k+)
• Asian Food • Vietnamese
$0 delivery fee • 7.3 mi • 39 min
"I ordered the 61. Naruto Ichiraku Ramen and Pho 28. Phở Brisket. They were quite tasty but the amount of meat is somewhat meager. The green onions in the Ramen was very fresh and gave the misi soup a nice kick."
"Ordered the 49. Chicken Pad Thai and the Lavender Milk Tea. There's a hefty amount of noodles for the pad thai and the chicken is good, but the noodles could have used a bit more sauce. Also a bit messy to eat with. the milk tea on the other head was very good and not too sweet, and the label and drink itself made it seem as if I got it from an actual boba shop. very good!"
Naruto Ichiraku Ramen
Chicken and pork broth with ramen noodles, chashu pork, green scallions, seasoned egg, marinated bamboo, enoki mushroom, and naruto maki
$23.37
Korean Fried Chicken Bao
Korean fried chicken with pickled carrots & daikon, green scallions, and hoisin sauce
$7.22
Fresh Summer Rolls (2)
rice vermicelli and shredded lettuce in rice paper - served with choice of peanut or coconut sauce
$8.77
Pho Chicken
served with shredded chicken in house-made chicken broth
$17.88
Chop Kabob LLC

Chop Kabob LLC

4.6
(90+)
• Mediterranean • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 8.7 mi • 61 min
"Actually loved the change you made with the onions; made it easier to enjoy w the rest of the meal vs the simple onion wedge previously given . 10/10 as usual"
"The portion is very small comparing to the price and other persian restaurants. The chicken koobideh was so difficult to chew. "
Beef Koobideh Plate
2 skewers of house blend ground beef.
$25.35
Beef Koobideh Bowl
1 skewer of saffron marinated chicken tenderloin.
$15.83
Chicken Kabob Bowl
Smoothly blended chickpeas, with sesame paste (tahini), lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil.
$16.16
Chicken Kabob "Lemon & Saffron" Plate
2 skewers of house blend ground chicken.
$23.74
Thai Corner Restaurant-

Thai Corner Restaurant-

4.8
(1k+)
• Soup • Salads
$0 delivery fee • 1.9 mi • 24 min
Rave Reviews
"Every time I order these dishes they are perfection. I order level 2 spice level for Drunken Noodles (L) and the wide noodles are perfectly cooked with all the delicious veggies. The Garlic Chive Dumplings (8Pcs) are my favorite. I just feel they get smaller every time I order, they used to be very large."
"3 spicy was no joke. I am Hispanic with good spice tolerances and it was hurting. Great portion size and the pineapple was very fresh. milk tea was also solid but was a little heavy with the ice. i would get i again but probably not wih the same spice level."
Pad Thai
Stir fried rice noodle with egg, bean sprout, scallions. Topped with ground peanuts.
$17.64
Drunken Noodles
Wide noodles stir-fried with egg, onion, carrots, red peppers, basil. Spice-level note; 🌶️🌶️
$17.59
Crab Rangoon (7 Pcs)
A mixture a spring onion, carrot, cream cheese, and imitation crab, wrapped in an egg-based wrapper. ❌ This item is NOT gluten free and cannot be made gluten free, and NOT dairy free.
$11.84
Pad See-U
Stir fried with wide noodles, egg, broccoli, carrots and cabbage
$17.42
Panera Bread

Panera Bread

4.6
(3k+)
• Sandwiches • Salads
$0 delivery fee • 11.7 mi • 54 min
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"Fresh and yummy food. Best breakfast place "
"VERY DISAPPOINTED - Where's the meat??? Very poor value for $16 and $17 per sub. We won't order again. NEW Chicken Green Goddess Caprese Melt - Stacked Toasted Baguette was tasty. However, there was hardly any chicken or mozzarella. Toasted Steak & White Cheddar had hardly any beef or cheese. "
Sandwich and Soup/Mac
Selection of a half soup and a half sandwich
$16.98
Mac & Cheese
Bowl (980 Cal.), Cup (490 Cal.), Bread Bowl (1140 Cal.) Tender shell pasta in a blend of rich cheeses including our tangy aged white cheddar cheese sauce. Allergens: Contains Wheat, Milk, Egg. May contain Sesame
$12.17
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
250 Cal. A mix of fruit purees and juice concentrates, blended with a banana and plain Greek yogurt and ice. Allergens: Contains Milk
$7.31
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Bowl (360 Cal.), Cup (240 Cal.), Bread Bowl (910 Cal.) Chopped broccoli, shredded carrots and select seasonings simmered in a velvety smooth cheese sauce. Allergens: Contains Wheat, Milk
$10.32
Pollo Royal

Pollo Royal

4.5
(40+)
• Latin American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 2.9 mi • 34 min
"First order And everything was good and packed with flavor . Packed well Delivered well Good portion"
"flavor was outstanding!"
PLATO DE 1/2 POLLO
1/2 Grilled Chicken served with 2 sides
$20.73
PLATO DE 1/4 POLLO
1/4 Grilled Chicken served with 2 sides
$17.22
1 WHOLE CHICKEN
1 Grilled Chicken cut in 4 or 8 pieces
$21.72
ORD PUPUSAS (3)
Order of 3 Pupusas option of chicken or cheese
$13.23
Shrewsbury House Of Pizza

Shrewsbury House Of Pizza

4.6
(300+)
• Pizza • Seafood
$0 delivery fee • 6.1 mi • 49 min
"Honey BBQ Ranch Wrap and Chicken Caesar Wrap are favorites from here and the curly fries even reheat well!"
"3 very small half potatoes for potatoe skins that cost $9.55. Didnt care for pizza sauce, crust tasted old and previously frozen"
Cheese Pizza (Large 16'')
Classic cheese or create your own pizza.
$18.45
Cheese Pizza (Small 10'')
Classic cheese or create your own pizza.
$13.29
Mozzarella Sticks
Pepperoni, sausage, meatball, mushroom, onion and pepper.
$10.46
Chicken Finger Dinner
A combination of electrolytes and carbohydrates that provide effective hydration and energy.
$15.9
Mamacitas West Boylston

Mamacitas West Boylston

4.7
(1k+)
• Mexican • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 7.0 mi • 36 min
"This place is amazing! The Cali-Mama Burrito was the best version of a California burrito I've had. The steak was so tender. The Churro Cheesecake Empanadas were to die for! Corn in a Cup is always yummy though I wish it had slightly more lime juice. I got my bf the Churro Fries and Nachos and he ate them all. Said his Churro Fries didn't even need the included caramel and chocolate sauce they were that good. Got us both some Diet Pepsi which is always awesome. The portions and prices are well worth it and everything is definitely homemade which is always a plus. Try out their lunch box meals too for an even better deal."
"So delicious. It was our first time eating from here and we had the City Tacos , Chips & Queso, and Churro Cheesecake Empanadas. The tacos were both savory but with a sweet aftertaste. The queso was great especially if you can't handle spicy well like me. The empanadas were the icing on the cake. The texture the flavor the crisp. Absolutely our favorite part. Now our go to Mexican place. <3 "
Make Your Own Bowl
Create your custom Mexican bowl with choices of proteins, toppings, salsa, beans, and rice options.
$15.87
Make your Own Burrito
Crispy tortilla chips served with warm queso. Available in small or medium sizes.
$15.39
Chips & Queso
One per order. Made from scratch, fried dough filled with your choice of meat. Your choice of dipping sauce.
$5.18
Baby Empanada (1)
Flour or wheat tortillla with choice of meat and melted Jack cheese. Sour cream and guacamole on the side. Add fajita veggies or bacon for extra deliciousness!
$3.64
Brown Rice 2 Thai Cuisine //

Brown Rice 2 Thai Cuisine //

4.7
(900+)
• Thai • Noodles
$0 delivery fee • 7.0 mi • 49 min
"Chicken & Shrimp Pad Thai was delicious and flavorful and not dry! Wish it had more shrimp more than 2 pieces. Tom Kha Gai was phenomenal. Thai Iced Tea is always a must. So good will definitely order again."
"I have ordered many times from here. It is my absolute favorite Thai place. Do not order the curry set. It is not a deal. Order the full dish. Received my order with 1 singular piece of meat in it. Severely disappointed. Sauce is still great but I didn't order a vegetarian dish. "
Pad Thai
Your choice of protein stir-fried with rice noodles, egg, scallions, bean sprouts, and ground peanuts.
$19.64
Crab Rangoon
Crabmeat & cream cheese filling inside crispy wonton wrappers.
$9.77
Thai Soft Spring Rolls
Steamed vermicelli, cooked chicken, lettuce, carrot, cucumber wrapped in fresh spring roll skins, served with sweet & sour sauce and topped with ground peanuts.
$9.81
Pork Dumplings
Steamed or fried dumplings served with light soy sauce.
$9.77
Salgabom Snacks

Salgabom Snacks

4.6
(2k+)
• Fast Food • Dessert
$0 delivery fee • 1.7 mi • 32 min
"They know how to do açaí. 10 out of 10 every time. Please launch a reward card, you are pricey but worth every penny. "
"It was good but for the price I thought I was getting more than one churro, also I thought the milkshake would be bigger for being almost $9. Delicious but small portions."
Create Your Own Açai Bowl (16oz)
"Crie o seu Açai na Tijela" (Açai Bowl topped with your choice of five toppings).
$20.35
Create Your Own Açai Cup (12oz)
"Crie o seu Açai no Copo" (Açai Cup topped with your choice of three toppings).
$15.94
Mini Fried Empanadas (10)
Mini Pastéis Fritos (10) - Ground Beef or Cheese
$13.87
Açai Bowl Traditional (16oz)
"Açai na Tijela Tradicional" (Our Açai Bowl Traditional comes with Açai, Banana, Granola and Honey. We offer over 40 additional toppings to accommodate all tastes and desires).
$20.73
Cali Urban Grill

Cali Urban Grill

4.6
(3k+)
• Mexican • Burritos
$0 delivery fee • 2.9 mi • 28 min
"Wow... all I can say is WOW at first I'm like that's pretty pricey but when I see how huge they were amazing! It was so delicious everything came warm well packaged and the FLAVOR AMAZING I neverrrr had Mexican food this way definitely my top tier will be ordering here going forward."
"Absolutely loved my Bandeja Paisa! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. The portions were generous, everything was well packaged, and the food arrived looking just as good as it tasted. Definitely a satisfying meal, and I would order again!"
BYO Burrito (12-inch tortilla)
Wrapped in a soft flour tortilla, served hot for a satisfying bite.
$12.31
Build-Your-Own Bowl (Choice of Protein)
A generous bowl served fresh and hot, packed with flavor and balanced for a satisfying meal you can enjoy any time
$12.93
Chips & Queso
Soft, warm tortillas filled generously and served fresh.
$5.71
Chips & Guacamole
A crispy tortilla bowl filled with a fresh, flavorful mix. A complete and tasty option.
$5.54

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