Order the best South-indian near Washington, DC
Best South-indian restaurants nearby in Washington
Sundara Indian Restaurant
4.6
(500+)$0 delivery fee • 7.4 mi • 51 min
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20% off on $40+
"DELICIOUS and beautiful! The Chicken 65 was a great amount of food and so was the the Butter Chicken Wings. I got medium spicy for both and it was the perfect "my mouth is tingly but I'm not dying and it's flavorful" level of spice I wanted. "
"Sundara Just Dethroned My Tandoori Chicken Champion! 🏆🔥
If you haven’t seen the movie Once Upon a Time in Mexico, consider this your sign to watch it, specifically the scene, “Try the Pibil.” Trust me, it'll all make sense.
I travel nationwide for business, and I've eaten tandoori chicken from coast to coast. Until now, Philadelphia has held the crown for the best I've ever had. That was until Sundara stepped into the ring.
The tandoori chicken. Juicy, perfectly seasoned, with just the right amount of char. Absolutely nailed it.
The garlic cheese naan. Folks, I'm not exaggerating when I say it curled my toes. That good.
But here's the thing. Nobody goes three for three, right? There's always that one part of the meal that doesn't quite live up to the others.
Lastly, the rice. I know, I know. It's just rice. But to me, it's so much more than that. Rice is Robin to Batman, Mater to Lightning McQueen. It's the supporting character that makes the whole story work. Without it, you're watching a movie with no sound. Sure, you can follow along, but something's missing.
And let me tell you, Sundara's rice didn't just show up to play a supporting role. It climbed into the cockpit, fired up the engines, and suddenly Kenny Loggins' Danger Zone was blasting as the F-14s rolled toward the runway!
Sundara didn't just compete with my longtime Philly favorite, it knocked it off the throne.
If you're looking for a great evening, watch, Once Upon a Time in Mexico and order in some Sundara.
Thank me later, you won't be disappointed. "
Biryani Collection
All biryani dishes are GF except for Paneer and Chicken 65 and prepared with long-grain basmati rice layered with aromatic spices and a herb-infused masala, then slow-cooked to perfection. Served with raita.
$28.94
Kerala Paratha (V)
Crispy, flaky, and soft unleavened layered flatbread from Kerala
$8.4
Butter Chicken
Tempura battered boneless chicken with curry leaves and tangy sauce
$28.8
Chicken 65
All entrées are GF and served with fragrant
basmati rice.
$19.2
Dakshin
4.5
(200+)$0 delivery fee • 3.1 mi • 52 min
"Dakshin is the best restaurant for Indian food. I ordered Chicken Chops and Paratha tonight. It was so good. I love it. Whether its dinner for the family or breakfast for myself, Dakshin will always be my first choice."
"This is the best Indian in NW. Everything we ordered was delicious! We ordered Briyani, , Lamb Roganjosh, Daal Makani (like lentils but better) jasmine rice, garlic naan, plain naan, all was delicious. I have and will order again. Keep up the good food! "
Chicken Tikka Masala
Gluten free. Boneless tandoori chicken, tomato gravy, fenugreek.
$21.58
Chicken Biriyani with Bone in
Tender chicken pieces on the bone nestled in aromatic basmati rice, infused with fragrant spices and garnished with fresh coriander leaves and caramelized onions.
$29.94
Masala Dosa
Rice and Lentil crepe stuffed with spiced potatoes. Served with Sambar, coconut and tomato chutney.
$17.64
Samosa Chaat
Savory pastry, peas, potatoes, chickpeas, yogurt, tamarind with cilantro chutneys
$9.3
IndAroma -Modern Indian Kitchen
4.7
(2k+)$0 delivery fee • 10.7 mi • 66 min
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"Wow, very tasty and the best Butter Chicken and Paneer Tikka Masala Garlic Naan I had in a very long time! i mean the Paneer Tikka Masala cubes are tender, and so is the Butter Butter Chicken cubes. The breast meat is not dried out. I will differently order again when I'm in town."
"The Butter Chicken, Garlic Naan, Malabar Parath, and Vegetable Samosas were so flavorful and perfectly seasoned. My food arrived hot and fresh. Hands down the best Indian cuisine I've had in a long time! The portions were good as well. I highly recommend it!!"
Butter Chicken
Chicken with bell peppers and onions in tomato and onion gravy.
Served with rice
$20.77
Chicken Tikka Masala
Order of 2
$20.71
Vegetable Samosas
Regular
$7.09
Mango Lassi
Gluten free. Indian cheese and spinach. Vegetarian.
Served with rice.
$6.01
Amma Vegetarian Kitchen
4.5
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 14.4 mi • 69 min
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"The masala dosa and rava onion masala dosa were fresh with lots of filling and the included sambar was delicious. Definitely the best dosa spot in the dmv area. "
"Best southern indian in ffx county. Dosas are great, especially the rava onion options. Sambar 10/10. Nicely focused menu. All options are high quality with great attention to detail. "
Chole Bathura (2)
White flour puffy bread, served with chickpea curry.
$10.65
Idly Sambar (2)
Streamed rice cakes, served with sambar, and coconut chutney.
$6.57
Masala Dosa
Spiced mashed potatoes, and onions wrapped in a crepe.
$10.13
Metro Spice
4.7
(200+)$0 delivery fee • 2.2 mi • 53 min
"While, the food was very delicious, for $24 for butter chicken I would expect more than six chunks of chicken. The portion was certainly not enough in my opinion, but it was very well-made. "
"Cheddar Cheese Naan is amazing, it's fluffy almost? And the Vindaloo is great as well. I had lamb which was tender and the sauce was very good."
Tikka Masala
Pastry filled with seasoned minced chicken.
$19.73
Choose Biryani
Spicy onion-tomato sauce with potatoes. Served with side of white rice
$19.78
Butter Chicken
Nut-based creamy sauce. Served with side of white rice
$24.99
Daal Makhani
Coconut-based curry. Served with side of white rice
$18.73
Kohinoor Dhaba
4.6
(5k+)$0 delivery fee • 4.7 mi • 40 min
"Rajaji is my go-to Indian restaurant. It is my second favorite place. Their 16. Egg Biryani is very eggy, and that's the whole point. It was delicious to go with the 50. Tikka Masala (Butter Chicken) The food was very flavorful. I am originally from SE Asia, and together with my roommates, I have tried 10+ Indian restaurants in D.C. I can confidently say this is my second FAVORITE Indian restaurant. "
"Alu Chole definitely had some spice but overall, amazing. Wish it had smaller chunks of potatoes, but not horrible. Vegetarian Biryani was well cooked. Both items came hot and a great size for the cost."
Vegetable Samosa
crispy pastry filled with spiced potatoes and peas
$7.65
Chicken Tikka Masala
marinated chicken cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce
$20
Vegetable Pakora
soft, brown milk dumplings soaked in a warm, fragrant sugar syrup, 2 pieces
$7.71
Chicken 65
paneer cubes simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce
$13.23
Ananda Bites
4.3
(100+)$0 delivery fee • 8.5 mi • 71 min
Farther away
15% off on $35+
"Based on food from around 10 to 15 different Indian restaurants, this place has the best South Indian food. Thank you so much! Special mention to the packaging for delivery. The only place that sends dosa separately packed so it doesn't lose its texture, shape, and crispiness. Kudos to your efforts and consideration."
"If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. The food is absolutely delicious... authentic South Indian flavors, perfectly spiced and seasoned, and the dosas are wonderfully crisp. Just a tip: dosas are always best fresh, so I definitely recommend eating in the restaurant rather than taking them to go. South Indian food doesn’t travel as well, and this spot is worth enjoying in their location."
Mysore Masala Dosa (with Potato)
A mysore dosa is South Indian dish characterized by a delicious crispy exterior, soft porous interior, and a fiery red, garlicky chutney spread inside that adds a unique flavor to the dosa. Served with coconut chutney, tomato chutney, and 8oz of sambar (a lentil-based soup). This variation is filled with spiced potatoes, making it a masala dosa.
Served with coconut chutney, tomato chutney, and 8oz of sambar (a lentil-based soup).
Contains Garlic.
$18.95
Chole Bhaturae (2 pcs)
Chole bhature is a North Indian dish consisting of spicy chickpea curry (chole) cooked in a rich, flavorful tomato-based gravy with aromatic spices, served with deep-fried, puffy bread (bhature). It is a popular and hearty meal, often enjoyed as a festive dish!
$17.86
Punjabi Thali
A delicious collection of North Indian flavors — featuring:
Paneer Tikka Masala
Daal Makhni
Raita
Roti
Jeera Rice
Salad
Pickle
Gulab Jamun
$21.8
Paneer Tikka Masala Curry (16oz)
A delicious and flavorful North Indian curry: Paneer Tikka Masala. Comes with rice (included).
$18
Jyoti Indian Cuisine
4.6
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.8 mi • 44 min
"EXCELLENT FOOD (& CUSTOMER SERVICE); LAMB BIRYANI & CHICKEN SAAG. DELICIOUS!!! BUT DELIVERY FEE... SO EXPENSIVE :("
"This is as close to actual Indian food as you can get in DC. Everything was great. The kadhai mutton was as good as I've had in India. The chicken 65 was a bit more sour than I expected but five stars nonetheless. The kulcha is surprisingly large and soft, and goes well with the curry. Would order again."
Chicken Makhini (Butter Chicken)
Clay oven grilled chicken, cooked in a rich tomato cream sauce with mild spices. Chicken Makhini popularly known as Butter Chicken is a classic staple of Indian Cuisine.
$21.19
Chicken Masala (Tikka Masala)
Clay oven grilled chicken, simmered in a fenugreek, and onion sauce with mild spices. Popularly known as Tikka Masala
$21.01
Saag Paneer
Homemade cheese cooked with fenugreek leaves and spinach.
$17.38
Dal Makhini
Black lentils cooked with ginger, garlic, and mild spices simmered overnight on a charcoal fire. Contains dairy.
$16.64
Bombay Street Food Express 3
4.4
(2k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.5 mi • 40 min
"get your plain yogurt and salt ready cus baby this was SPICY and I am South Indian!!! Lots of flavors, fresh quality, huge portion, suggest you try to eat it authentically with your hands cuz it's finger licking GOOD!!! I would order this 1000x again!"
"Lamb chops in yogurt . 3 fat and juicy lamb chops grilled to perfection . Not tough . Very tender. I can't eat the heavenly rice but the chef serves it with lentils and garbanzo beans I. I have dietary restrictions and this shop accommodates so nicely ."
Butter Chicken
Potato and peas
$20.21
Samosa
With Plain Naan & Basmati Rice.
Spiced creamy tomato onions and bell peppers.
$7.45
Chicken Tikka Masala
Layers of spice and basmati rice.
$19.91
Biryani
With Plain Naan & Basmati Rice.
Spinach/Cottage cheese.
$20.55
Biryani City
4.6
(10k+)$0 delivery fee • 13.8 mi • 83 min
Farther away
$5 off on $35+
"Biryani City has become one of my go to restaurants to order from when I have a craving for South Indian food. Excellent portions, always hits the spot with the flavors!
This was a group order with non- south- Asians and they did a great job adjusting the spice levels!"
"The best Indian food in the DMV area. True South Indian flavors - complex, layered, delicious - just like what you would get in India. Our family is obsessed with their biryanis, dosas, chicken kurma & basically everything we tried. Portion sizes are so generous. We order from here every few wks!!"
CHICKEN BONELESS BIRYANI
Chicken pieces soaked in secret blend of spices trapping in all the aromas added to basmati rice layers.
$17.22
CHICKEN DUM BIRYANI
Cooked in the original dum style, this is food, fit for a king, or a queen, or a prince or princess (royalty, that’s the word we were looking for).
$17.23
GOAT DUM BIRYANI
The scent of the spices and tender goat meat fills the air, mingling with the spicy aroma added with melting rice leaves finger-licking good.
$19.13
MANGO LASSI
Alphonso mango pulp blended with yogurt and served with a straw for the crave!
$5
Herbivore Carryout
4.5
(600+)$0 delivery fee • 2.2 mi • 42 min
"The Chana masala is absolutely to die for. So filling and bursting with flavor, mixed with their rice it is the perfect meal. The veggie samosas are flaky and crunchy and still somehow melt in your mouth, 10/10. If youre a fan of spice you can't go wrong doing the samosas with their green sauce they include. "
"We ordered Aloo parantha , paneer parantha and mango lassi. Aloo parantha and mango lassi were horrible. Raita was very liquid, sour and over spiced. Paneer parantha was average. Would never order again from this place. "
Vegetable Samosa (V)
Vegetarian. Two crisp turnovers filled with mildly spiced potatoes and green peas. Comes with mint and tamarind sauce.
$6.35
Butter Chicken
Seasoned and baked boneless chicken thigh in a creamy and buttery tomato sauce.
$18.63
Chicken Tikka Masala
Seasoned and baked boneless chicken breast in a onion and tomato based sauce.
$18.59
Vegetable Samosa Chaat
Two crispy vegetable turnovers topped with seasoned chickpeas gravy, onions and mint, tamarind, yoghurt sauce.
$8.97
Taj of India DC
4.5
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.5 mi • 51 min
$5 off on $35+
"A loyal customer of Taj of India for a decade now, this is the only Indian restaurant I'll order from and my go-to when I need a pick me up, when I want to celebrate something, or when I just want to treat myself. The Lamb Roganjosh is so warm and flavorful, and it literally melts in your mouth. Even the rice it comes with is fragrant and tasty on its own. The butter chicken and the tikka masala are also part of my regular rotation. The Garlic Naan is perfect by itself or dragged through sauce, and the cheese naan is just as good. I also love getting a side order of the Daal Soup and adding the Rice Kheer my cart right before I check out because I can never resist it --- perfectly creamy for dessert but not too sweet, which is exactly what I like. I can't say enough good things about this restaurant!"
"It was really good and the shrimp were high quality and perfectly cooked but for $24 it would have been nice to get more than 5 shrimp in the Shrimp Tikka Masala (N)"
Chicken Tikka Masala (N)
Contains Nuts. Boneless chicken marinated in herbs and spices, grilled over charcoal and cooked in a cashew creamy onion sauce.
$21.95
Butter Chicken (N)
Contains Nuts. Boneless chicken marinated in herbs and spices, grilled over charcoal and cooked in a cashew creamy tomato sauce.
$21.95
Vegetable Samosa (V)
Vegetarian. Pastry with potatoes, peas, and spices. 2pcs.
$5.95
Basmati Rice
Cubes of homemade cheese and spinach cooked with creamy sweet spices.
$5.95
Chai Pani
4.7
(80+)$0 delivery fee • 2.8 mi • 46 min
"Nice flavors and portion, I'd like the drink to come a little more secure, the packaging of the mango lassi felt pretty open coming in."
"The Aloo tikki chat and Sabudana tots were great. The chicken in Butter chicken was overcooked and dry. It was a good meal overall but the snack items / appetizers were way better than main entree."
Butter Chicken
Marinated & seared chicken tikka in an oh-so-over-the-top tomato-cream-butter sauce with jaggery, roasted garam masala, and aromatics.
$26.21
Chilli Chicken
Indo-Chinese classic originating in the kitchens of the Hakka-Chinese community in Kolkata. Battered boneless chicken tossed with onions, bell peppers, curry leaves, in a ginger-chilli soy sauce.
$21.44
Disco Bhel
Poori, puffed rice, boondi, corn poha, sev, onion, cilantro, roasted peanuts, tamarind chutney, green chutney, bhel mix, green mango. A sweet, spicy, salty, tangy party in your mouth. (vegan)
$16.71
Pav Bhaji
The infamous Maharashtrian street food! Spicy & buttery vegetable hash served with griddled pav, chilies, onions, cilantro, and lime.
$20.23
Eggholic - US
4.2
(300+)$0 delivery fee • 0.9 mi • 52 min
"The Amdavadi Touch Sandwich reminded me of India/Mumbai. and was awesome. Excellent taste. Well made. Not sure if I've had that flavor so perhaps it was a first. Sumptuous as well. 5 stars.
The Peanut Chakhana was great as well. A bit too spicy for me."
"The portion sizes for the cost for the Chicken Butter Masala is not worth it. stick to the smaller portioned items like Anda Masala Sandwich Egg Bites Paneer Tikka Wrap or Roti .
it's definitely moreso lunch food than dinner. the flavour is definitely there. I'd order it again"
Kathi Rolls
A warm, flaky roll packed with spiced fillings, crunchy onions, and tangy sauces — straight from Indian street food culture.
Contains : Gluten
$7.11
Paneer Masala Sandwich
Paneer marinated in Indian spices and veggies.
$14.68
Puff ( 2 pieces )
A crisp flaky pastry, Available with a variety of seasoned fillings.
$8.06
Lava Paneer Pulav
This dish get its name “Lava” from the spicy and tangy tomato gravy that is poured over a mound of paneer and seasoned basmati rice.
$17.92
Dum N Grill
4.0
(60+)$0 delivery fee • 13.3 mi • 71 min
Farther away
"The Chicken - Nalla Karam has no flavour. The Satti Babu Chicken Pulav has very diluted flavour. The chicken in the pulav quantity is very less. Would not order again."
"Pure Deliciousness! Tried various things multiple times on the menu and have yet to be disappointed."
Satti Babu Chicken Pulav
Satti Babu Chicken Pulav: Savory and aromatic, our tender chicken pulav is crafted from fragrant basmati rice and a blend of authentic Indian spices.
$22.73
Onion Samosa - 5Pcs
Crispy onion samosas, a savory delight filled with spiced onions, served in a set of 5. Perfect for snacking or sharing with friends!
$8.83
Vijayawada Spl Chicken Biryani
Savor the rich flavors of Vijayawada with our special chicken biryani, featuring tender chicken pieces and aromatic spices, authentically crafted for a delightful experience.
$22.7
Chicken Dum Biryani
Savor our Chicken Dum Biryani, featuring tender marinated chicken, fragrant basmati rice, and aromatic spices, slow-cooked to perfection for a flavorful culinary delight.
$21.63
Indigo
4.7
(11k+)$0 delivery fee • 2.4 mi • 45 min
"The food is always outstanding. We look forward to our orders from here. Many unique menu items like the Cabbage (bandhgobi), Beans Aloo, and Pumpkin which are just like home made food and not available anywhere else."
"This is seriously one of the best places I have ever been. I've had Indian all over the world and Indigo stands up there with the best of them truly. I usually don't like butter chicken but get theirs borderline religiously. The Lamb is phenomenal it's one of the best I've had everywhere, and I keep wanting to try other stuff but keep getting the lamb and chicken."
Samosas (Veggie)
2 pieces. Stuffed with peas and potato.
$6.35
Butter Chicken
Mild. Tomato cream n' honey base. Comes with rice, chickpeas, spinach, and cilantro.
$20.18
Paradise Platter
Choose any two vegetarian curries. Platter comes with rice, chickpeas, cilantro, and spinach.
$19.96
Chicken Tikka Masala
Cashew and cream based sauce, a little spicy. Comes with rice and chickpeas.
$21.47
Spice 6 Modern Indian
4.5
(3k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.4 mi • 33 min
"It was delicious but they used to give you way more food. It seems like they try to give you more toppings than the act entree. Ill be honest $20 is too much for their tiny square container. Not sure if I will go there again. I might as well get real Indian food worth the money. "
"The Chicken Naan Pizza is fresh, fulfilling and flavorful! I have to give the Mango Lassi a 4/5 ONLY because of the portion size. I need more!!! 10/10 would definitely order again!"
Butter Chicken (24oz)
Serve with regular Naan and white rice
$23.33
Chicken Tikka Masala (24oz)
Serve with regular Naan and white rice
$23.36
Samosa Chaat
Fried savory pastry filled with potatoes seasoned in house blend spices. Served with Chickpeas, Tamarind & Green Chutney.(V)
$9.11
Plain samosa (2 pcs)
Rice,Protein, Side, Curry, Fresh salad,chutney
$7.03
RASA
4.6
(3k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.5 mi • 28 min
"Really well packed, and the taste is excellent—the vegetables are very fresh. I ordered the half portion and received three pieces of chicken, which is quite small. I would definitely order again, but I’d go for the full-size portion of protein next time."
"The Butter Chicken was good, and portion sizes are great as far as meat included.
Mini Samosas were good, the sauces included are strong but complimented well.
Garlic naan was $3 for one piece. And once I got it, it was very stale, crunchy and seemingly burnt.
I wouldn't go ordering extra naan. It's not worth the price and the quality is lacking."
Chicken Tikka Bowl
chicken tikka
$16.91
Paneer Tikka Bowl
tomato garlic sauce
$18.13
Greens + Grains Bowl
basmati rice
$17.68
Spicy Chili Chicken Bowl
sauteed spinach
$18.54
Himalayan Doko (All day open)
4.6
(400+)$0 delivery fee • 1.0 mi • 47 min
$7 off on $45+
"Best Indian food ive found in dc! Ordered the half size of butter chicken and it was more than enough for one person. Palak and Samosa Chaats were both amazing. This will definitely be my new go to place. "
"the Butter Chicken is EXACTLY how it should be, and the Palak Paneer was almost perfect as well. My only complaint is that there's not *quite* enough rice for the serving, but honestly that's just because the curry serving is so generous. I am definitely reordering from here again."
Chicken Biriyani
Whole Red chili/Mustered seed/curry leaves
$20.69
Butter Chicken
Potatoes/green Peas
$21.86
Steam Chicken Momo (10 Pcs)
Chickpeas/Mint/Tamarind/yogurt
$14.78
Chicken "65"
Star Steamed Noodles/Fresh Vegetables
$11.7
Mumbai Darbar Indian Cuisine
4.5
(5k+)$0 delivery fee • 10.1 mi • 51 min
Farther away
"Butter chicken is amazing. Super flavorful with a rich sauce and the portion of chicken is great. Garlic naan is also very good and rich flavor and big."
"First time trying the S4. Shrimp Saag*, and it definitely won't be my last time ordering it. The shrimp were more plentiful than I expected, and perfectly cooked, tender as could be. The saag is so flavorful, you won't want to leave a drop of it on your plate."
C1. Butter Chicken*
Prepared with fresh tangy tomato sauce and the cubes of grilled chicken. served with rice.
$18.14
A1.Vegetable Samosa*
Two crisp turnovers filled with mild spiced smashed potatoes and green peas.
$7.1
E6 - Rice
Minced spinach cooked with the home made cheese and indian spices. served with rice.
$4.7
D3. Mango Lassi*
Cubes of chicken cooked with spicy flavors and added potatoes
$5.29
The essence by John N Nair
4.7
(700+)$0 delivery fee • 9.3 mi • 64 min
Farther away
"Veggies- 16oz were tasty and cooked perfectly. Chettinad Curry's had a great flavor and heat level. It all paire well with the Butter Naan. I order from here regularly and will do so again. Really good value for the money. I wish they had raita and more veggie options."
"My wife loved the Tikka Masala,which was the whole reason we tried The Essence by John N Nair. They definitely didnot disappoint.
The Wings with the Mango Madness were"to die for". portion were great, and the Chicken Tender's were larger pieces, and the breading was a little different than expected, but they were so fresh, delicious and cooked to perfection.
Veg Pakora was a new experience for me, but I savored every bite.
We will definitely order from this location again."
Butter Chicken
Shredded tandoori chicken in mild creamy tomato gravy.
$15.7
Wings
Fresh spinach cooked with Indian spices and tomato onion gravy.
$11.23
Tikka Masala
Chickpeas cooked with Indian gravy.
$16.54
Veg Samosa (2 pcs)
South Indian creamy coconut sauce.
$5.97
Kerala Kitchen
$
$0 delivery fee • 3.1 mi • 60 min
Puttu Kadala Curry
The same great taste but with zero calories.
$21.95
Chili Chicken
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
$12.95
Samosa 3 Pcs
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
$7.95
Dosa Dosa
4.0
(10+)$0 delivery fee • 3.1 mi • 57 min
"Amazing Dosa, Idli, medhu vada."
"Garlic Naan is pretty good. Chicken Tikka Masala is a bit too sweet for me. I wish the rice had better packaging. All in all, food is average."
Mysore Masala Dosa
Spicy potato filling inside a crispy rice crepe, served with chutney and sambar.
$19
Masala Dosa
Crispy rice crepe filled with spiced mashed potatoes, garnished with onions and herbs.
$18
Idly Sambar
Soft rice cakes paired with a savory lentil and vegetables Sambar. Served with tomato and coconut chutneys
$16
Chicken Chettinad Dosa
Sweet mango puree blended with creamy yogurt.
$22
Spice Delight Indian Kitchen
4.3
(90+)$0 delivery fee • 10.1 mi • 56 min
Farther away
"Delicious food, and great bogo deals. I like the Chicken Tikka Masala and the wife likes the Chana Masala. Solid choices, and I will try other items in the future!"
"The Chicken Tikka Masala was very good, and had a nice balance between the sweet and savory. The portions were solid, too. 5/5
Chana Masala - wife said it was really good. 5/5
Garlic Naan was tasty. A little spongy (probably since it was wrapped up), but perfect for tossing in the air fryer for a minute or two. 4.5/5
Veggie Samosa - very good. Nice balance of stuffing with peas and potatoes. 4.5/5
The Saag Paneer was good. Flavor was there, but the paneer wasn't fried/grilled/etc. 4/5
Overall, very good choice and I will be ordering again!"
Chicken Tikka Masala
Freshly baked traditional indian flatbread, soft center with crispy edges
$18.75
Veggie Samosa
Traditional indian drink with mango and yogurt.
$7.33
Chicken Biryani
Goat meat, typically cooked on the bone, simmered in a traditional curry sauce that often includes onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and a blend of indian spices.
$16.98
Lamb Chop
Yellow lentils simmered with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of indian spices, finished with a tempering of cumin and mustard seeds.
$24.99
Kadhai Boutique Indian Cuisine
4.7
(9k+)$0 delivery fee • 8.4 mi • 65 min
"As a South Asian, this is my go-to Indian food spot! Everything is delicious, well-balanced, spices are all cooked down and curries are well blended. Some of the spices might not be the most authentic but everything is just delicious and their portion sizes are generous! I never regret ordering from here."
"Everything from this establishment is excellent! I think I've placed around two or three orders now each trying a couple different items and the food is always steaming hot upon arrival with all the correct entrees in the well packaged bag. Also, huge portions. Will continue to support!! "
Chicken Makhani (Butter Chicken)
Chunks of chicken breast cooked in clay oven, finished in creamy tomato sauce.
$21.66
Samosa
Seasoned potatoes and peas wrapped in a light pastry.
$8.15
Saag Paneer
Fresh homemade cheese cubes cooked in spinach mildly flavored with fresh herbs and spices.
$18.04
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken breast tenders marinated in spices and yogurt then barbecued in a tandoor oven and cooked in onion and tomato curry sauce.
$21.65
Himalayan Heritage
4.7
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.9 mi • 47 min
"This consistently is the BEST chicken tikka masala - and garlic naan - in DC!"
"Good delivery (though I prefer eating at the restaurant because it's hard to keep the fried momo crisp-- not their fault though!). The Saag Paneer is always great and the sizzling plates are yummy. Recommend getting them with Garlic Naan."
BUTTER CHICKEN
Spinach cooked with cubes of cottage cheese and finished with chopped ginger.
$22.2
SAAG PANEER
Cottage cheese simmered in a house tikka masala sauce.
$19.21
MANGO LASSI
Chickpeas cooked with onion, tomato, and a richly spiced onion gravy.
$6.2
CHICKEN TIKKA
Carrot, cucumber, and black salt stirred in yogurt.
$22
Blue Earth Indian
4.4
(20+)$0 delivery fee • 3.1 mi • 52 min
$3 off on $20+
"Excellent flavors. Kids loved it. especially the dal tadka and the garlic naan"
"Only dark meat!!
The chicken curry had the right amount of flavor in the sauce but not worth the cost if served with dark meat!
However, the masala dosa was very nice but requires a little more of the potato filling "
Chicken Biryani
Chicken cooked with rice and spices.
$19.21
Chicken Tikka Masala
Grilled chicken in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce.
$20.42
Masala Dosa
Crispy South Indian crepe filled with spiced potatoes and onions
$12.73
Butter Chicken
Chicken cooked in a delicious rich butter & tomato sauce.
$18.19
LAZIZI
4.7
(700+)$0 delivery fee • 2.5 mi • 52 min
"Great portion size of the 16 oz Chicken Biryani! I got a meal for like the entire week out of this. It was delicious and still hot when I got it and the Mango Lassi was also delicious and smooth. The Samosa Chaat was also very tasty and great with crackers! Will order again again!"
"Best lamb biriyani I've had in the U.S.---perfect level of spice, balanced flavors, plenty of tender chunks of lamb. Samosas are crispy. Mint lemonade and chai are both lovely. This is my new favorite DC comfort food takeout."
Butter Chicken
A dish made with grilled chicken, tomatoes, cream, yogurt, garlic, ginger, onions, and spices.
$23.85
Chicken Tikka Masala
Spiced pieces of lamb cooked with basmati rice, infused with spices and saffron, accompanied by raita.
$23.91
Lamb Biryani
Crispy pastry filled with a flavorful mix of spiced potatoes, peas, and aromatic herbs.
$26.6
Veggie Samosa (2 Pieces)
Basmati rice layered with spiced chicken, herbs, & saffron cooked in a traditional style, served with raita + salad (lettuce, tomato, onion)
$7.94
Taj of India
4.7
(3k+)$0 delivery fee • 9.7 mi • 52 min
Farther away
"This was the best Indian food I have ever had, I truly do not say that lightly!!! I called to request something so they were super helpful. I was so nervous because I've never tried this place but the taste of the food blew me it way! The spice was actually spicy, biryani was packed to the brim, and samosa was nice and crunchy. Can't wait to order again!"
"Leaned towards warm spices. Very flavorful. Gobi Lasooni Ⓥ was a standout. Sweet, sticky, jammy onion flavor packed goodness. Palak Chaat was solid. Butter Chicken ★was more heavily spiced than usual, but quite tasty. Vegetable Samosa ★ Ⓥ were quite fragrant with a lovely crust. Reasonable portions and price."
Butter Chicken ★
Fan favorite. A classic mild butter chicken made with white meat in a creamy buttery tomato based sauce.
$20.66
Chicken Tikka Masala
Boneless chicken tikka in a creamy tomato and onion based sauce.
$20.64
Vegetable Samosa ★ Ⓥ
Crispy pastry filled with spiced potatoes, peas, and herbs.
Served with tamarind and green chutney. Green chutney is NOT vegan.
$6.91
Mango Lassi
White flour, milk, and butter.
$6.41
Methi Indian and Nepalese Cuisine
4.5
(4k+)$0 delivery fee • 10.2 mi • 82 min
Farther away
"My first time trying this place and it's DELICIOUS. The Samosa Chaat was delectable oh my goodness. The Aloo Gobi (Vegan) was flavorful, aromatic, and perfect texture. The portions are also generous! I will absolutely be ordering again and honestly sad it's not closer to me but I will make the drive for them! You can tell all the food is made fresh because this restaurant makes the block smell delicious!"
"They were out of spinach so I ended up with lamb rogenjosh rather than Lamb Saag but it was great! I'm not sure what some of these reviews are talking about when they complain about flavor. Most reviews were correct- very delicious, very flavorful- I almost wish I'd gone medium instead of hot/spicy for the two meat dishes as it was quite hot! But every dish was a party in my mouth from the Samosa Chaat to the Vegetable Samosa (2 pcs.)and the Chicken Momo (Nepali)! Glad I over ordered bc I'm happy to make several meals out of this. Highly recommend. So glad Methi is so close to me!"
Butter Chicken
Chicken grilled in an oven & cooked in creamy tomato sauce.
$16.3
Vegetable Samosa (2 pcs.)
Spiced potatoes and peas inside a triangular pastry. Two pieces per serving.
$5.63
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken breast tikka in an onion & tomato sauce w/ onions & green peppers.
$16.34
Mango Lassi
16 oz. A blend of juicy mangoes & yogurt drink.
$4.34
Dabba Indian Kitchen by Wonder
Indian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 1.1 mi • 40 min
Tandoori Spiced Wings
Six succulent chicken wings tossed in an aromatic tandoori spice mix featuring turmeric, chili powder, and garam masala. Garnished with cilantro and onion, and served with your choice of sauce.
$14.95
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.
$10.35
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.
$26.35
Pakora
Crispy fried onion fritters, dusted with tangy chaat masala and served with your choice of chutney.
$7.44
Curry Place (New Hampshire Ave)
4.7
(3k+)$0 delivery fee • 11.3 mi • 70 min
Farther away
"this restaurant has, quite frankly, the best Butter Chicken I've ever had. the Palak Paneer is good as well, but the butter chicken is beyond good. they give you a really solid amount of food for the price as well: spending ~$45 has gotten me easily 3-4 days of food for myself, which is well worth the price imo"
"Ordered here for the first time bc our usual go-to Indian place has been inconsistent lately. The Butter Chicken was on the sweet side, but my family still enjoyed it. The chicken wasn't as tender as some other places though. The Lamb Rogan Josh was mild in flavor but very tender. The Tandoori Chicken was a huge serving but was again not the juiciest tandori I've had. The Palak Paneer was good. Large portion. Lots of cheese. Good flavor. The Chicken Cheese Naan was delicious. First time we've ever had that. The nans were good too. Nice and fluffy. The MoMo Chicken dumplings were delicious but fiery! We weren't expecting that since the description didn't mention anything about it being spicy. The Mango Lassi was yummy, but the color is very bright orange and off putting. Looks like way too much food coloring. Overall, we'd order from here again."
Butter Chicken
Tandoori chicken tikka cooked in an exquisite creamy ,cashew based tomato sauce.
$18.45
Veg Samosa
Crispy cauliflower florets tossed in a garlic-infused sauce.
$6.73
Chicken Tikka Masala
Tender lamb pieces cooked with fragrant basmati rice, aromatic spices, and garnished with fresh herbs. Contains Cashews.
$18.44
Mango Lassi
Crispy samosas topped with tangy tamarind chutney, yogurt, chickpeas, onions, cilantro.
$4.5
Tempo Shack
4.7
(200+)$0 delivery fee • 3.3 mi • 57 min
20% off on $50+
"Wow!! I got the Momo Chowmein Sekuwa Combo with the vegan options and mushroom and I'm blown away. The combo looks exactly as pictured and the flavor exceeded expectations. The portions allow for a perfect sampling of everything the menu has to offer"
"Nothing beats the Chilly Momo with water buffalo....they are so freaking good! I can't get enough. I also really love the Sukuti Fried Rice - lovely texture on the smoked meat. Absolutely love Tempo Shack."
Chilly Momo
Crispy-edged dumplings hand-tossed in a sweet, spicy, and tangy sauce—Nepal’s ultimate street-style favorite.
$16.6
Jhol Momo
Steamed dumplings swimming in a flavorful Nepali jhol (brothy sauce) with just the right kick of spice and tang.
$15.76
Steamed Momo
Soft, juicy Nepali dumplings filled with your choice of seasoned meat or vegetables, wrapped in a delicate dough and steamed to perfection. Each bite bursts with authentic Himalayan spices and a rich, savory filling. Served hot with our house-made tomato-sesame achar for the perfect balance of flavor and comfort.
A beloved Nepali street-food classic — simple, soulful, and absolutely satisfying.
$14.63
Mixed Chowmein
A flavorful Nepali street-style noodle stir-fry loaded with tender chicken, tofu, mushrooms, and crisp vegetables—tossed in our signature spices for the perfect balance of taste and texture.
$15.3
Maryland Tandoor Indian Bistro
4.7
(500+)$0 delivery fee • 10.4 mi • 77 min
Farther away
"Great hospitality and authentic taste like always. Hot and fresh. Will appreciate less paneer cubes and more gravy in future. Happy Diwali!"
"I order here daily and I've ate Palak Paneer from all over the country. This restaurant has the best Palak Paneer. Hands down. Its a 10/10 every single time. Its always fresh with proficient consistency and its a great portion to have."
Butter Chicken Bowl
A bold, flavor-packed meal of tender marinated boneless chicken and fragrant basmati rice, layered with warm spices and caramelized onions. Fast, filling, and bursting with authentic Indian taste.
$11.99
Veggie Samosa
Daal Makhani Bowl — Served with an equally sized container of white Basmati rice.
$5
Mango Lassi
Boneless chicken marinated in creamy yogurt and saffron, roasted to perfection in a tandoori oven. Served with hot fluffy naan, white Basmati rice, and your choice of Daal Makhani (lentils) or Chana Masala (chickpeas).
$4
Butter Chicken Combo
Chana Masala Bowl - Served with an equally sized container of white Basmati rice.
$15.71
Tikka - 4221 Connecticut Ave Nw
4.7
(300+)$0 delivery fee • 3.7 mi • 58 min
"The food from Tikka stood out in taste the same way as I last dined there. They achieve a balance of flavors that's unparalleled. When I unwrapped the packaging of the Onion Kulcha I was hit with a burst of aroma! with every bite, I experienced the crunch of the onions and chewiness of the bread. The Amchur Bhindi Masala maintained the crunch of the Okra while the sauce coated the pieces. I was truly blown away by The dum Biryani With Raita for it's texture and incorporation of Jackfruit which did not make me miss any chicken! The raita had rock salt which just reminded me of home! Will certainly order from here again!"
"Ordered the spicy wings not bad but $12 for four chicken wings is crazy. Butter masala chicken was terrible, inedibly sweet like bizarrely sweet it was gross. Also extremely small for the $26 like 8 little cubes of chicken. "
Tikka Masala
Tandoor-grilled (chicken or paneer) simmered in a rich, creamy onion-based sauce with aromatic spices, diced bell peppers and onions, finished with dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi).
$25.75
Samosa
Crispy pastry stuffed with spiced potatoes and green peas, served with mint and tamarind chutneys.
$10
Palak Paneer
Crispy cauliflower florets tossed in our signature sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy glaze, finished with fresh herbs for the perfect balance of crunch and bold flavor.
$22.03
Korma
Crispy baby spinach topped with sweet mango, creamy yogurt, tamarind and mint chutneys, finished with aromatic chaat spices for a sweet, tangy, and savory finish.
$24.45
N.H.48 Indian Kitchen
4.6
(10+)$0 delivery fee • 3.8 mi • 54 min
Butter Chicken
Tandoor chargrilled Chicken/ Creamy Tomato/ Fenugreek
$24.68
Tandoori Chicken Tikka
Tandoor chargrilled Chicken/ Spiced Yogurt/ Garam Masala
$18.01
Chicken Lollipop
Chicken Lollipop/ Sweet and Spicy glaze/ Schezwan chutney
$18.32
Lamb Seekh Kebab
Minced Lamb Kebab/ Peppers/ Onions/ Ginger
$18.29
Pappe
4.7
(2k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.1 mi • 36 min
20% off on $80+
"Best Indian in DC. I got the Chicken Tikka Masala, the Chicken Korma, the okra and the Garlic Naan, and all of them were amazing. I've tried a few Indian spots across DC and none of them are as rich and flavorful as this place! "
"The taste was great but the portion size was too small for the price that I paid! $24 for three medium size pieces of chicken?! That's too much."
Chicken Tikka Masala
Slow braised Chicken tikka, marinated in yogurt with ginger, garlic, saffron, fennel & Kashmiri chilis.
Served with Basmati rice.
Contains dairy.
$24.57
Vegetable Samosas
Savory Pastry, Cumin, Green peas, Potatoes Served with Mint and Tamarind Chutneys.
Vegetarian.
Contains gluten. Dairy in the mint chutney.
$9.47
Butter Chicken
Chicken tikka, cooked in a tomato based sauce with butter & cream. Finished with honey & dried fenugreek leaves.
Served with basmati rice.
Contains Dairy
$25.6
Gobi Manchurian
indo-chinese, cauliflower.
Vegetarian
$14.41
Karma Modern Indian
4.7
(200+)$0 delivery fee • 1.2 mi • 40 min
"Consistent and excellent quality. Our family's go to restaurant is Karma when we want Indian food. Highly recommend. "
"Close to Indian authentic level with a little twist of influence from the west!!!"
Chef Ajay's Butter Chicken
Fenugreek
$29.82
Dal Makhani
Lentil stew
$24.07
PARATHA
Puréed baby spinach
$5.87
PALAK PANEER
burnt garlic
$27.75
Bansari Indian Cuisine
4.6
(3k+)$0 delivery fee • 13.3 mi • 68 min
Farther away
"Paneer Tikka Masala amazing! Delhi Dhaba Daal delicious! Veg Biryani super on point! Vegetarian items across the board are top rate. Haven't found better in Northern VA. Many dishes give Rasika a run for their money."
"Our favorite Indian restaurant in the area.
The portions of the meal always make it a good value and they are well packaged.
We really like their dal.
Just being in the neighborhood makes us crave this because of the smells from their kitchen."
Butter Chicken
Boneless chicken cubes cooked in tandoor, then mixed well with a rich creamy tomato sauce.
$20
Chicken Tikka Masala
Boneless chicken cubes mixed with caramelized onion-tomato tikka gravy.
$19.98
Samosa ----- App**
Classic steam-cooked chicken dish of fragrant herbs, and perfectly spiced basmati rice with a side of raita.
Note: For Biryani, Mild spice level will have some spice and kick to it.
$6
Chicken Biryani
Flaky whole wheat Indian bread with buttery layers
$17.94
Sacrificial Lamb Kabobs & Wraps
4.6
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.0 mi • 37 min
"The Butter Chicken has a deep rich soulful flavor. 10/10 never misses"
"Butter chicken was good but the chicken wrap was soggy, and nothing special. It's also small but I guess for the price it's not bad. "
Chicken Tikka Masala
Tandoori chicken cooked in our signature sauce
$14.21
Butter Chicken
Veggie pockets - 2 pieces
$14.25
Samosas
Basmati rice and pieces of chicken blend with herbs and saffron, served with raita
$6.95
Chicken Biryani
Homemade cheese cooked with spinach in a mild sauce, served with rice
$13.83
Rasika
4.7
(4k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.5 mi • 46 min
"The Palak Chaat and Cauliflower Bezule are always good -- the palak used to be EXCEPTIONAL.
I do think that $5 is too much for one piece of roti even for delivery price!! "
"Extremely flavorful and the gravy wasn't with the typical food coloring what you get - it was like homemade . The quantity was really generous. They provided extra boxes too and also made the naan soft for my parents"
Chicken T Masala
Tomato / ginger / green chili
$22.15
Palak Chaat
Lentils / tomato / garlic
$15.22
Basmati Rice
Cottage cheese/spinach/garlic/green chili
$5
Dal Makhani
Broiled chicken / tomato / fenugreek
$18
Rajaji
4.5
(900+)$0 delivery fee • 2.4 mi • 51 min
"The vindaloo was absolutely delicious, the portions were very generous for the price and it came with rice (which not all indian restaurants include with the main dish). You could easily get two servings or more out of one of their mains. "
"I have tried almost all of the chicken curries at this restaurant and I can confidently say that this is as close as it gets to authentic Indian food than any other restaurant in DC. Amazing taste, with unique blend of spices for each curry dish. Just tried kadhai chicken and was pleasantly surprised again!"
Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Breast marinated in aromatic spices and yogurt, then simmered in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce.
$20.88
Chicken Biryani
Fragrant basmati rice layered with marinated chicken thighs, saffron, caramelized onions, and warming spices. A timeless classic for every palate.
$20.41
Samosa
Crispy triangular pastries filled with spiced potatoes and green peas.
$8.16
Butter Chicken
Tender barbecued chicken breast in a velvety tomato and cream sauce, finished with fragrant spices and a touch of butter for silky indulgence.
$20.97
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