Best South-indian Restaurants Nearby in San Jose
Idly Express
4.7
(800+)$0 delivery fee • 4.8 mi • 42 min
"Medhu Vadai (V) - 4 pcs is so delicious and reasonably priced. Vada is my new obsession. Delicately crispy on the outside and tender in the inside."
"Good Medhu Vadai (V) - 4 pcs very crispy out and soft inside. The Pongal Vadai (2) Combo is fresh and hot"
Thatte Idly (2 pcs) (V)
Steamed rice and lentil cakes
$10.44
Medhu Vadai (V) - 4 pcs
Fried Savory donuts made with lentils
$10.72
Filter Coffee
Eight oz filter coffee.
$4.55
Benne Masala Dose
Two thatte idly and two pieces of medhu vada.
$17.55
Kovai Cafe
4.4
(600+)$0 delivery fee • 7.5 mi • 45 min
Farther away
"Quality of food is good but Sambhar was less for 4 vadas"
"The potato with the dosas was smelling bad as it's old. Had to throw it away. And the Elaneer Payasam (8oz) was all milk and the milk was smelling bad. Had to throw away that too. The dosa was good."
Kovai Healthy Meals
Sundal, Sprouts Salad, Chappathi Kurma, Biryani, Raitha, Curd Rice, Poriyal, Pickle, Millet Sweet
$17.54
Idly (3Pc)
3 pieces of steamed rice cake with 4 Chatni's and Sambar (No Onion & Garlic)
$9.52
Filter Coffee
Rich and aromatic South Indian Filter Coffee: A comforting cup of tradition
$4.67
Idly (2pc) Vada (2pc)
Creamy, Cool, and Packed with Flavor
$11.69
Surya Darshini
4.6
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 7.3 mi • 46 min
Farther away
"I have wanted to have Loni Dosa / Butter Dosa for a long. Finally, someone brought it to the Bay Area. The chutney is out of the world, and definitely, kudos to their rava idli and butter dosa! The best dosa yet if you are a fan of loni/ butter! Thank you, owner, whoever it is out there"
"Please make the chutney less tangy and less sweet. Sambar can be less sweeter too. Rest - Suryadarshini is my favorite restaurant. :)"
Benne Mysuru Masala Dosa
(Spiced Potato and Onion filling)
Smeared with red garlic chutney
Gluten Free and Vegetarian
Served with Chutney and Sambar
$14
Rava Idly
(Steamed savory semolina cake)
Allergen: Gluten, Yogurt, Cashew Nut
Served with Chutney and Mixed Vegetable Sagu
$10.99
Filter coffee
South Indian Filter Coffee made using a traditional Indian filter by brewing Surya Darshini special recipe of finely ground Coffee and Chicory.
$3.49
Benne Masala Dosa
(Spiced Potato and Onion filling)
Gluten Free and Vegetarian
Served with Chutney and Sambar
$14
Madras Cafe
4.6
(19k+)$0 delivery fee • 12.6 mi • 44 min
Farther away
Wallet-Friendly
"Curd Rice was delicious, best of home cooking, very comforting, just perfect for a snack or late-night easy meal. Vadas were crispy and delicious, although undersalted. Puliyodharai was a huge disappointment, I did not enjoy it at all. It was very one-note with the sour tamarind masking every other flavor. Podi Dosa was, as always, crispy, thin, and delicious!"
"These 14 mini idlis were absolutely perfect for a South-Indian comfort meal. Soft, fluffy, and served steaming hot with a flavorful sambar and two chutneys — one coconut, one tomato. The sambar had just the right spice balance and depth; it didn’t feel oily or heavy at all.
As a vegetarian, this is the kind of dish that hits home — light, nourishing, and authentic. The mini-idli format makes it fun and easy to eat, and you can taste that the batter’s well-fermented and freshly steamed.
Verdict: Ideal for breakfast, lunch, or even a light dinner when you crave something homely and satisfying."
Idli-Vada Combo
Steamed and fried lentil patties served with lentil gravy and chutneys.
$8.39
Idli
Steamed lentil patties served with lentil gravy and chutneys.
$6.66
Medu Vada Plate
Button sized small steamed lentil patties served with lentil gravy.
$6.61
Noura Restaurant
4.2
(300+)$0 delivery fee • 8.2 mi • 51 min
Farther away
$6 off on $54+
"Mutton Masala has authentic Indian taste. Meat was cooked perfectly and the portion was good too. Very tasty!"
"I generally don't post reviews about restaurants, but I have ordered twice at this place and I have to state that this was one of the best biryani's I've ever had. I thought I should share my feedback.. We also got chicken dish, which was one of the best I've eaten.."
Mutton Biryani
Tender slow-cooked goat layered with saffron-kissed basmati rice & whole spices, dum-cooked. Rich, hearty, deeply flavored biryani.
$18.98
Egg Pepper
Eggs stir-fried with bold cracked black pepper & aromatic South Indian spices. Simple, fiery & flavorful.
$9.58
Butter Chicken Masala
Tender chicken in velvety red cashew-tomato sauce with fenugreek leaves. Mild, creamy, rich North Indian comfort food classic.
$18.01
Chicken 65 Biryani Boneless
Spicy Chicken 65 pieces layered with fragrant basmati rice & whole spices, dum-cooked. Boneless, bold flavors — a biryani lover's dream.
$18.98
Chaat Bhavan
4.3
(3k+)$0 delivery fee • 8.0 mi • 44 min
Farther away
20% off on $30+
"Jaipuri Masala Bhindi Was Too expensive for the quantity. But everything was fresh and tasted good"
"4 DOSA BALL for a price of $9.99- such a scam. Also they were so oily, didn't eat after one bite, just small balls of potato, dosa batter was minimum, so call it potato balls! Moving on to the Rajouri Garden Chana Bhatura- really?! Has the chef eaten Rajouri Garden Chana Bhatura?? Not even close, to the taste. You should simply call it chana bhature, not Rajouri Garden Chana Bhatura, the taste is decent but the bhaturas somehow were bitter. They were very fluffy and to ny surprise not oily like the dosa balls, but there was a bitterness in them. But overall chana bhatura was decent-3.5/5. Comes with onion salad, pickle and raita."
House Thali
3 vegetables of the day , 1 plain paratha or 2 rotis, dal, rice, raita, papad and 2 desserts of the day with your choice of drink (tea, chaas or soda).
$14.76
Amritsari Saag Paneer
Pan cooked whole wheat bread stuffed with spiced potatoes and herbs
$14.99
Chana Bhatura
A Bombay favorite with spiced potato vada, chutneys, and crunchy tidbits tucked in a soft bun.
$14.17
Bombay Vada Pav
Crispy wafers layered with potato, sev, onion, chutney, yogurt, chickpeas, and spices
$6.46
Annachikadai Restaurant
4.3
(4k+)$0 delivery fee • 12.8 mi • 46 min
Farther away
"The biryani was so moist and flavorful with plenty of tender juicy chicken pieces, a boiled egg and lots of delicious chicken gravy. The kuska made with seeraga samba rice was perfectly spiced! I might just have to switch my loyalty from Chicken Thalappakatti Biryani to Boneless Chicken Thokku Thalappakatti Rice! I completely forgot to take a picture because I was too busy enjoying every bite!"
"Mutton was good, portion size was very good
I was expecting very less quantity like other indian restaurants but they impressed me with the mutton quantity and taste
5 out of 5"
Chicken Keema Kothu Parotta
Mix of parottas, eggs and minced chicken well grilled with spices.
$16.98
Parotta (1)
$3.49
Chettinad Chicken 65 Biryani ( Thalappakatti Style )
chicken pieces are marinated and fried, and then layered with biryani masala to cook 'dum' style.
$19.14
Chettinad Chicken Biryani ( Thalappakatti Style )
Seeraga sama rice cooked in dum with chettinad spcies, chicken with Bone
$18.21
Kongunadu
4.2
(700+)$0 delivery fee • 11.7 mi • 39 min
Farther away
Trending
"Amazing freshly made parrotas with authentic salna Button Parotta with Salna"
"Finding a needle in a haystack’ can be replaced with ‘finding chicken in the chicken biryani’ at Kongumadu. Unfortunately, the same was true of the fish curry. I understand that their location may come with high rent and operating costs, but customers still deserve reasonable portions for the price. Very disappointing, and they’ve lost us as customers"
Chicken Biryani
Sufficient for 3 Adults
58oz biryani + 3 boiled egg + 8oz chalna + 8oz raitha + 16oz one starter + 8oz sweet
$22.14
Parotta (1pc)
8oz Starter Made using Fresh Locally Sourced Mutton
$5.43
Mutton Biryani
Kuska biryani with no mutton pieces.
$23.24
Madras Idly Kadai
4.4
(300+)$0 delivery fee • 11.5 mi • 42 min
Farther away
"We ordered the hot lunch. Good quantity of curries and vegetables. Taste was flavorful. feels like home-cooked food. I really hope they keep it up. Hidden gem!"
"We ordered 2x Thali and all items were so good. Since it's a South Indian Thali , you get only 1 Phulka/Chapathi with each Thali (We got 2 as it was 2 Thali.
Today's Side was PB masala , Beans ( Paruppu Ucili), Milagu (Pepper) Rasam , Veg Biriyani (VB).
Size of VB, Sambhar/Dal, Sweet Kesari, Pepper Rasam, Gobi 65 looks bigger as it's 2 Thali ."
MIK Malli Idli (3 PCS)
Chopped paratha mixed with onions, tomatoes, and spices, garnished with fresh cilantro and diced red onions.
$12.25
THARAVADU KERALA KITCHEN
4.1
(100+)$0 delivery fee • 3.3 mi • 38 min
"Felt like eating at home and the quality was good. Biriyani was nice. Mutton could have been more moist soft but still good . Prawns Dry Fry was very nice and flavorful. Chicken 65 Boneless was dry but ok not so bad."
"Ordered the Nostalgia Pothichoru The food didn't have any taste, the Chammanthi didn't have any flavour, both the thoran was uncooked and tasted raw and the fish in the fish curry was like a rubber couldn't even bite it, the palada in payasam was also not cooked properly, the pickle was just made and had raw spice flavour. There was no fish fry or avial as mentioned in the description. Wouldn't order again from here."
Signature Kerala Thali
Fish curry, fish fry, chicken roast, omelet, chamanthi, pickle, pappad, raita, payasam, and avial - served on a banana leaf.
$23.26
Kerala Chicken Biryani
Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of Kerala with our authentic Kerala Chicken Biryani. This dish features tender, marinated chicken slow-cooked with fragrant basmati rice, caramelized onions, and a medley of traditional Kerala spices. Infused with the essence of saffron and garnished with fresh cilantro and fried cashews, each bite offers a perfect balance of spice, aroma, and taste. Served with a side of cooling raita and tangy pickle, our Kerala Chicken Biryani is a soulful meal that takes you on a culinary journey to the heart of Kerala. Perfect for biryani lovers seeking a delicious and wholesome experience!
$17.78
Pothichoru (Banana-Leaf Kerala Meal)
Fish curry, fish fry, chamanthi, pickle, pappad, raita, payasam, avial, and an egg omelet. Served on a banana leaf.
$18.43
Beef Roast
Kerala-style beef ularthiyathu; slow-roasted with coconut slivers, curry leaves, black pepper.
$19.68
Brundavan
4.4
(4k+)$0 delivery fee • 5.6 mi • 41 min
"Ordered "flavored rice" at a higher cost but got regular rice. So that was disappointing. The flavored rice is a derivative of their Biriyani which is very good. Highly recommended - if they actually give it to you. This place makes good food so 5 stars. "
"This is my go to place for Hara Bara Kebab! Hands down best in the area. The Paneer Tikka is delicious as well. Cooked to the right consistency with perfect amount of marination.
I was a little disappointed with the green Chutney however. The curd was over fermented (possibly spoiled). I got a very strong whiff of pungent sour smell as soon as I opened the container. When I tasted it, it was definitely spoilt! The restaurant should give curd based cold items in a separate bag from warm items to avoid situations like this! "
Boneless Chicken Biryani
Plain/butter.
$17.98
Gongura Chicken Biryani
Gonguraa Chicken is made of tender Chicken and Fresh Gongurra Leaf along with indian spices
$17.98
Our Indian Tiffin- Santa Clara
4.0
(70+)$0 delivery fee • 7.2 mi • 48 min
Farther away
Wallet-Friendly
Veg Samosas (2 Pieces)
A special dough pastry stuffed with potatoes and peas served with chutney.
$3.99
Butter Chicken
An authentic Punjabi dish consisting of tandoori prepared chicken, softly simmered in a smooth tomato based gravy.
$14.71
Shahi Paneer (16 oz)
Cubed cottage cheese cooked in a curry fit for a king (shaahi).
$11.99
Saag Chicken
Healthy preparation consisting of boneless chicken prepared with Indian spices and spinach.
$13.14
GARUDAS INDIAN KITCHEN (Kooser Rd)
3.5
(90+)$0 delivery fee • 7.8 mi • 49 min
Farther away
$4 off on $34+
"Fresh hot food. Combo was value for money. Mango lassi was delicious."
"The Mango Lassi was not super pleasant to drink. You could barely taste mango and it was more sour than sweet. I've had plenty of them from other establishments and this was just off the mark. Rice Combo -1 Curry & Rice was fine, the flavor was there. I do wish they would have done something..
anything to season the rice. The Veg Samosa (2 Pieces) were adequate in size for the price but completely burnt on the outside. The filling tasted okay.
The Thumbs Up drink tasted like it was sitting on a pallet rack in India since 1964. Yuck."
4 Curry Combo - 4 Curry & 2 Roti & Rice
Savor three curries of Kadhi pakora, Palak Paneer, Dal Makhni, Shahi paneer, gatta curry, dry sabji ,dal tadka or Chana Masala accompanied by extra long basmati rice and two pieces of Roti.
$12.45
Dahi Bhalla Papri Chaat
Soft lentil dumplings topped with yogurt, tamarind chutney, mint chutney, pomegranate seeds, and fresh coriander.
$8.73
Veg Samosa (2 Pieces)
Crispy pastry filled with spiced vegetables, served with dipping sauce. Two pieces.
$4.63
Pani Puri (6 Pieces)
Crispy hollow puris filled with tangy tamarind water, served with spiced potatoes and chickpeas. Six pieces per serving.
$7.74
Kailash Parbat
4.2
(400+)$0 delivery fee • 6.3 mi • 41 min
"The papdi chaat & samosa chaat was awesome. Vada pav was spot on too. Reminded me of the chaat in India. Hands down the best restaurant for Indian chaat in the Bay Area. Must try"
"It's funny how these restaurants think it's ok to charge $20 for a couple of small pieces of Paneer.
Ordered the Paneer Tikka Lababdar and Veg Chili Mili. Extremely underwhelming basic onion and tomato gravies with the exact same taste where you can oonly taste the sourness of tomatoes.
Extremely Disappointing. Definitely not ordering again."
Paneer Tikka Lababdar
Tandoor Grilled Cottage Cheese Cooked In A Rich Onion Tomato Creamy Gravy, Topped With Grated Cheese
$19.52
Veg Manchurian
Crispy Fried Vegetable Balls Dunked In Hot, Sweet And Sour Manchurian Sauce. Choose: Dry/Gry
$19.55
Bombay Bhel Puri
A Roadside Stall Snack, Often Served In Paper Cones! A Mixture Of Puffed Rice, Potatoes, Onion, Sev, Raw Mango Pieces, Green Chilli Chutney And Sweet Tamarind Sauce
$11.72
Chole Bhature
Chole Is A Spiced, Tangy, Chick Peas Curry Served With Bhatura Which Is A Soft And Fluffy Fried Bread. One Of Our Signature Dishes At Kailash Parbat Since 1952
$19.67
Kabila Sweets & Indian Cuisine
4.8
(30+)$0 delivery fee • 7.5 mi • 51 min
Farther away
Newly Added
Cholle Bhature
Channa masala served with bhatura (2) onion & pickle
$14.5
Karahi Paneer
Homemade cheese cooked in butter gravy with, onions, tomato and bell peppers
$15.59
Tandoori Chicken
Chicken marinated in yogurt, garlic, vinegar, herbs & then roasted
$17.32
Chicken Tikka Masala
Charcoal-broiled chicken in moderately spiced sauce
$19.91
Milan Sweet Center
4.2
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 7.1 mi • 46 min
Farther away
"I ordered the fafra ghatiya and jalebi. Fafda and ghatiya are classic Gujarati besan snacks, the kind you eat with fried chillies and chutney, and jalebi is the customary sweet alongside. Both were good. Verdict: a good stop for a fafda and jalebi run."
"Jain Milan Thali is the best Gujarati Thali I have had in awhile. Came with 2 rotis and generous amount of paneer Bhurji ad Chhole. Everything was awesome,but the Daal was the bestt. Highly recommend it."
Milan Samosa (2)
Made of mix vegetables.
$5.81
Jalebi
Per pound.
$13.55
Paneer Sizzler
3 Vegetables, Rice, Daal, Roti/Puri, Sweet, Farshan, Pickle & Raita
$16.82
Gujrati Thali
3 Vegetables, Rice, Daal, Roti/Puri, Sweet, Farshan, Pickle & Raita
$15.15
Bikanervala
4.0
(100+)$0 delivery fee • 9.2 mi • 43 min
Farther away
"Raj kachori was good , must try. Chhole Bhatura (1Pc) was also decent. Raj kachori was a lil oily but taste wise was good"
"Very disappointed with the Chole Bhatura - the taste and flavor was very flat. There are far better comparable options available around. Not trying again."
Chhole Bhature
Fluffy bhature fried in desi ghee, served with Amritsari-style chhole—bold, spiced chickpeas slow-cooked to rich, comforting perfection.
$19.48
Deluxe Thali
Thali served in combination of one naan, one prantha, dal makhni, paneer subzi, seasonal vegetable, boiled rice, raita, salad, papad and sweet
$23.67
Chhole Bhatura (1Pc)
Fluffy bhature fried in desi ghee, served with Amritsari-style chhole—bold, spiced chickpeas slow-cooked to rich, comforting perfection.
$11.98
Pyaz Kachori (2 pcs)
Small, crispy,deep fried whole wheat bread (puri)filled with spiced onion and stuffing
$7.24
Star Chaat Cuisine
4.4
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 6.6 mi • 43 min
$5 off on $40+
"I had an amazing experience with the Bhel Shel Thali! They give a lot of food for such an affordable price. It's definitely great value for money! highly recommended."
"Star Chaat Cuisine is the place to go if you’re craving heavenly stuffed in Babhubali size Aloo Paratha with raita. I personally preferred the Aloo Paratha over the Paneer Paratha. I enjoyed the fresh, thick grated carrot boondi raita with it. I didn’t even bother with the pickle they gave me. To end my rich North Indian breakfast on a high note, I had some Ajwain Prantha with homemade chai."
House Thali
Two vegetables, 1 plain paratha or 2 rotis, dal, rice,
raita, mint chutney, papad and kheer with choice of
soda, chaas or tea.
$14.96
Chole Bhature
Pan-fried whole wheat bread, stuffed with spiced
mashed potatoes and cilantro.
$14.83
Dahi Sev Puri
Pav packed with a sweet and spicy filling of potatoes
topped with onion, pomegranate, cilantro, peanuts
and sev.
$8.89
Shahi Darbar Indian Cuisine
4.4
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 4.9 mi • 45 min
$6 off on $47+
"OMG everything was absolutely perfect. Super flavorful, cooked perfectly, so amazing. We Ordered the Lamb Biryani (the lamb was SUPER tender), Chicken Tikka Kebab (which was really tender as well), the Butter Chicken and Malai Kofta were amazing, and the Samosa as well. Only note is the Papadum is extremely peppery, more so than any I've ever had, will definitely make you cough if that pepper hits the back of your throat. Overall incredible. Absolute 5 stars."
"We normally love Shahi darbar but this time the food was horrible. The naan was burnt on the edges completely and very hard to chew. The tandoori grill kebab pieces had way too mush salt and we needed to throw it. Overall, terrible experience."
Butter Chicken
Traditionally marinated whole chicken pieces with cream and tomatoes
$17.98
Dal Makhni (Special)
Made in true dhaba style - black gram & kidney beans slow simmered on low heat with tomato, red chilies, ginger and garlic.
$14.38
Samosa (2pcs)
2 pieces. Crispy fried dumplings filled with spiced potatoes and peas served with chutney
$5.98
Malai Kofta
Chickpea batter dunked vegetable dumplings cooked with herbs and spices in a creamy sauce
$15.58
jaks authentic indian & modern vibe
4.2
(100+)$0 delivery fee • 6.4 mi • 39 min
"So Don koi daal has a weird texture. Usually it is a smooth daal, but this one felt weird. Taste wise it was ok."
"@subz 1.Subz Aur Paneer Dum Biryani & Dal Kalonji pricey with portions of paneer as long as the grain of rice.. some of the corn pieces were larger than the paneer pieces :( "
Bread - Basil Garlic Parotta
Layered Whole Wheat Parotta (Vegan)
$9.24
Pardha Murgh Dum Biryani
Fragrant spice blend dum cooked chicken & rice pilaf infused with aromatic broth and richness of clarified butter with almond (Halal)
$33.69
Do Din Ki Dal
Slow-cooked black lentil finished with butter and cream
$21.06
Butter Chicken
All time favorite chargrilled chicken in creamy butter tomato sauce (dairy,nuts,gluten,halal)
$33.51
Garam Mirchi Pure Veg Indo Chinese and Rajasthani Cuisine
4.1
(500+)$0 delivery fee • 14.6 mi • 50 min
Farther away
"Amazing Rajasthani Pyaaz Kachori (2 PCs) ! Reminded me of Rajasthan in Bay Area! The size is bigger than any other restaurant. The internal filing is delicious without heavy oil usage. Loved it! "
"We ordered 4 items. But due to a promotion we had to order everything in 2 qty. So, now about Bhindi Sabzi (Okra) - found it slightly oily but great portion. The Paneer Butter Masala (Online) was good too and my fingers did not seem to get the orange color which was a good sign. The Sweet Corn Soup Bowl (Online) was just perfect but would have liked more quantity. Finally the Kashmiri Pink Chai was good too but slightly sweet for my taste."
2 Baatis and 8 Ounce Dal
Chef's signature.
$15.13
Gobi Manchurian Dry
Chef's signature.
$19.55
Veg Chow Mein Noodles
Chef's signature.
$19.59
Hakka Noodles.
Chef's signature.
$20.21
Desi India Bazaar - 1584 Branham Ln
4.2
(70+)$0 delivery fee • 7.5 mi • 64 min
Farther away
$7 off on $45+
"The parathas were good, but the size is smaller than normal size and also, they don't come with any raita/yogurt ir pickles. There is no separate selection as well to pay for them."
"Shahi Paneer is not like shahi paneer to make a comment.
I had to trash it.
I am sure whoever made it has tried it in other restaurants which is usually super good. And everyone's favorite.
Aloo Paratha is not good.
I trash it as well."
Samosa (2 Pieces)
Crispy fried or baked pastry pockets filled with spiced potatoes and peas.
$5.99
Bhindi Masala
Tender okra in a rich, flavorful curry sauce.
$16.07
Lilva Kachori (3 Pieces)
Crispy fried dough pockets filled with a flavorful lilva filling.
$4.99
Methi Dhebra (5 Pieces)
Fenugreek flavored flatbread, served in a pack of 5.
$9.99
Blue Earth Indian
4.1
(10+)$0 delivery fee • 6.7 mi • 36 min
Butter Chicken
Chicken cooked in a delicious rich butter & tomato sauce.
$22.19
Chicken Tikka Masala
Grilled chicken in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce.
$23.54
Saag Paneer
Paneer cooked with fresh chopped spinach.
$21.71
Paneer Tikka Masala
Paneer cooked with a rich tomato cream sauce.
$24.33
Karthika Kitchen
4.1
(10+)$0 delivery fee • 6.4 mi • 40 min
$5 off on $25+
Kuzhi Paniyaram (6pcs)
Idly (1) + Vada (1) + Dosa (1)
$11.14
Khans Karahi Kabob
4.0
(900+)$0 delivery fee • 14.7 mi • 57 min
Farther away
"21. Lahori Choley, a traditional Punjabi chickpea curry, is an absolute delight at Khan's. The rich blend of spices, the tender chickpeas, and the flavorful gravy create a symphony of taste that transports me back to the streets of Lahore. Each bite is a burst of authentic flavors that are both comforting and satisfying.
35. Chapli Kabob (2 Pcs.) , a signature dish from Khan karahi, is a true masterpiece of flavor and texture. Each succulent bite of tender meat, marinated to perfection with a blend of aromatic spices, took my taste buds on a delightful journey. The smoky aroma and charred edges added an authentic touch, reminiscent of traditional tandoor cooking.
Overall, I highly recommend Lahori Choley and Chapli Kabob to anyone craving authentic Pakistani cuisine. Whether you're a fan of spicy curries or savory rice dishes. Both of these have something to satisfy your cravings. "
"The Chicken Biryani is terrible. It does not taste like a biryani at all. It's just spicy rice. Also, there was two tiny pieces of chicken. A waste of money!"
Goat Peshawari Namakmandi Karahi
CRAFTED WITH A MADE-TO-ORDER BLEND OF
RIPE TOMATOES, GARLIC, AND GREEN CHILIES.
ENSURING A BURST OF FLAVOR THAT
CAPTURES THE ESSENCE OF NAMAK MANDI
$29.17
Chicken Peshawari Namakmandi Karahi
CRAFTED WITH A MADE-TO-ORDER BLEND OF
RIPE TOMATOES, GARLIC, AND GREEN CHILIES.
ENSURING A BURST OF FLAVOR THAT
CAPTURES THE ESSENCE OF NAMAK MANDI
$23.85
Chicken Leg (1 pc)
Marinated and expertly cooked in a tandor oven, ensuring a juicy and flavorful sensation in every bite.
$5.76
Chapli Kabob (2 Pcs.)
A BLEND OF MINCED BEEF, AROMATIC
SPICES. AND A TOUCH OF TOMATOES
CREATING A MOUTHWATERING CULINARY
EXPERIENCE
$15.63
Great Indian Cuisine
4.4
(9k+)$0 delivery fee • 6.7 mi • 35 min
"The food is always fresh. I get butter chicken, saag/palak paneer, kabob tikka chicken, tandoori chicken, mutter paneer. The gulab jamin and garlic naan is the best here. Their prices are also cheap compared to other places with the same quality food. I never have to wait long for the food to come either. One of my favorite places, the buffet is also good too!"
"Always spot on! naan is always fluffy and light and Butter Chicken is always creamy with just enough spice!"
Butter Chicken
An authentic Punjabi dish consisting of tandoori prepared chicken, softly simmered in a smooth tomato based gravy.
$15.51
Chicken Tikka Masala
Tender boneless pieces of chicken cooked with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions and tomatoes, flavored with fresh Indian herbs.
$15.54
Veg Samosas (2 Pieces)
A special dough pastry stuffed with potatoes and peas served with chutney.
$3.99
Tandoori Chicken
Chicken delicately marinated in fresh aromatic spices and herds and tenderly cooked in traditional clay oven.
$11.99
ELA KERALA KITCHEN
4.0
(400+)$0 delivery fee • 3.3 mi • 38 min
"The Ela Signature Meal was absolutely delicious and reminded me of food back home. It’s one of the most authentic Kerala meals I’ve had in the Bay Area. A full, proper meal that’s fresh, flavorful, and totally worth the price. I’d definitely order it again.
"
"Ela team consistently provides good quality meals! This time, the Ela Signature Meal was PACKED with so many different curries and all were so good! The fish curry is to die for. Highly recommend getting this meal. The Fresh Watermelon Juice is also good!"
Ela Signature Meal (Kerala thali)
An upgraded version of Nostalgia Pothichoru featuring fish fry, chicken curry or chicken fry, and omelet-plus rice, two thorans, chammanthi, pickle, raita, pappadam, payasam, Fish Mango Curry, and any four additional items from the set. Packed in banana leaf or SAS banana leaf based on availability.
$22.26
Pothi Chicken Biryani
Aromatic rice layered with chicken and spices, served with raita and pickle. Traditional Kerala Biryani.
$17.93
Nostalgia Pothichoru (Traditional banana-leaf meal)
Banana-leaf Kerala meal with rice, two thorans, chammanthi, pickle, raita, pappadam, payasam, Fish Mango Curry, plus four rotating sides. Packed in banana leaf or SAS leaf based on availability.
$18.3
Kerala Parotta (2 pieces)
Flaky, layered Kerala parotta (2 pieces). Crisp outside, tender inside - perfect with curries.
$5.72
Naans & Curries
4.3
(300+)$0 delivery fee • 6.8 mi • 42 min
15% off on $38+
"Consistent quality. My favorite ones are Chicken tikka masala and garlic naan. Garlic naan is very flavorful and fresh. I also tried Fried piece biryani, which was also very good. "
"Portions were extremely small for the price. Super expensive. Mild was NOT mild. About 6 small pieces of chicken, both masala and butter chicken tasted the same. The basmati rice was so expensive with barely any paneer. Only two pieces of naan . Nothing came with sides. Definitely would not order again."
Paneer Biryani (Veg)
Tender paneer pieces marinated in a blend of spices, layered with fragrant basmati rice, and cooked to perfection. Served with a side of cooling raita, this dish is a symphony of flavors and textures. A vegetarian delight not to be missed!
Or, in a more concise format:
"Paneer Biryani: Marinated paneer, fragrant basmati rice, and spices, served with raita. A flavorful and satisfying vegetarian dish."
$15.43
Chicken Biryani
A fragrant, one-pot dish of basmati rice and tender chicken, cooked together with aromatic spices like saffron, cloves, and cinnamon. Garnished with crispy fried onions and fresh cilantro, this biryani offers a perfect balance of flavor, warmth, and richness. Served with a side of cooling raita to complement the spices.
$16.62
Chicken Tikka Masala
Succulent pieces of marinated chicken, chargrilled in the tandoor and enveloped in a rich, spiced tomato and cream reduction. A harmonious balance of smoky depth and vibrant warmth, this iconic dish captures the essence of contemporary Indian cuisine with timeless appeal.
$16.72
Butter Chicken Combo
Butter chicken curry served with Naan and Rice.
$18.72
Pista House
4.3
(2k+)$0 delivery fee • 5.6 mi • 41 min
"The food is so amazing tasting delicious food and if you are hungry go for Potlam Biryani (PistaHouse SPL) very authentic taste. Thanks to chef for this amazing dish"
"Too much masala... and I mean it when I say theres a lot of hard garam masala that gives burning feeling. And i eat spicy. Meat is good n tender but coated with all masala theres hardly any rice in there. Not as you expect Mutton Dum Biryani to be. Follwed instruction I requested. May be more rice than masala would do but definitely not anywhere close to pista house hyderabad. Giving three coz they coulddo better"
Boneless Chicken Biryani
Vegetarian kebob, vegetarian curry.
$16.05
Potlam Biryani (PistaHouse SPL)
Popular middle eastern delicacy goat meat broken wheat hyderabad pista house spices rose petals and ghee.
$18
Haleem (Goat)
Marinated chicken cooked with rice and spices.
$17.39
Hyderabad Chicken 65
Chicken curry, chicken kebob.
$14.47
Priya's Indian Kitchen
4.1
(30+)$0 delivery fee • 6.7 mi • 35 min
$4 off on $20+
"Goat Vindaloo Bowl was super delicious and I could tell the ingredients used were good quality. Keep it up!"
"Disappointing portion for the price. Saag Chicken Bowl was oily as well."
Butter Chicken Bowl
Juicy chunks of chicken simmered in a buttery tomato sauce on your choice of base, served with your choice of condiment.
$18.38
Tikka Masala Bowl
Your choice of protein simmered in a tomato sauce with peppers and onions on your choice of base, served with your choice of condiment.
$17.48
Paneer Butter Masala Bowl
Cubes of creamy paneer cheese cooked in a seasoned, buttery tomato sauce on your choice of base, served with your choice of condiment.
$15.26
Kadhi Pakora Bowl
Fried vegetable pakoras simmered in an Indian yogurt curry flavored with spices on your choice of base, served with your choice of condiment.
$15.09
Sam & Curry
4.6
(600+)$0 delivery fee • 3.0 mi • 30 min
"1 burrito = 2x Chipotle burrito. The taste was so good and it was so full of flavours.
It's a good food spot to give it a try."
"So rich so delicious. Was pleasantly surprised they DO NOT SKIM WITH THE PORTIONS! The Paneer Tikka Rice Bowl was just the right spice and with yogurt added good flavor. I think I found my new favorite place happy new year :)"
Samosa Chaat
The Samosa Chaat at Sam & Curry features three crispy cocktail samosas paired with flavorful channa curry. It's served with a fresh salad of carrots and cilantro, tangy tamarind chutney, creamy raita, and a delightful drizzle of crunchy sev, creating a perfect medley of textures and flavors.
$8.53
Paneer Tikka Rice Bowl
Enjoy our Paneer Tikka Rice Bowl—tender paneer tikka on vegetable basmati rice, with your choice of fresh toppings and chutneys. A customizable delight at Sam & Curry!
$15.85
Vegetable Rice Chaat
The Vegetable Rice Chaat at Sam & Curry features fragrant cilantro rice topped with fresh salads, tangy chutneys, and a sprinkle of crunchy sev, all complemented by a side of creamy raita for a deliciously satisfying experience.
$10.47
Chicken Tikka Rice Bowl
Create your perfect meal with our Chicken Tikka Rice Bowl—juicy chicken tikka over Basmati rice, with your choice of fresh toppings and sauces. Customize and enjoy at Sam & Curry!"
$15.25
Masakali Indian Cuisine (De Anza Blvd)
4.3
(500+)$0 delivery fee • 10.7 mi • 46 min
Farther away
"This Tandoori Chicken is a must try! The flavour & the spice was very well balanced.
Butter Chicken Biryani is also good and worth a try. The subtle flavour in the rice tasted very delicious."
"Chicken piece was burnt + the quantity was so little .
1 box of Chicken Dum Biryani had 2 extra large chicken pieces and very little rice ! "
Tandoori Chicken
Marinated chicken pieces infused with a blend of yogurt, spices, and herbs, grilled in a traditional tandoor for a smoky, juicy, and flavorful experience with a crispy exterior.
$22
Butter Chicken Biryani
Butter chicken’s creamy goodness meets fragrant biryani rice for a deliciously indulgent & satisfying dish.
$22.35
Butter Chicken
Masakali’s signature dish – features tender chicken pieces in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce, offering a rich, flavorful, and indulgent experience
$24
Panner Butter Masala
Paneer cubes cooked in a creamy tomato-based sauce with butter, cream, and spices, creating a rich, smooth, and indulgent curry with a mild heat.
$23
Lahori restaurant
4.3
(500+)$0 delivery fee • 4.5 mi • 40 min
"The Chicken Biryani was great and so was the Prawn Masala. The latter was slightly oily, but they gave generous amounts. Will visit them again, for sure! "
"I have ordered from this restaurant before and food was good.
This particular order was extremely poor quality.
Samosas were half cooked.
Chutney container was bulging open (something happens when left outside for days), was spoiled and disgusting.
Karahi chicken tasted ok but water was separating from the dish.
I don't know if they have a new cook but this was beyond disappointing."
Goat Biryani
Goat blended with aromatic sauce and cooked with aged basmati rice and special spices.
$17.76
Lahori Chicken Tandoori Leg
Chicken pieces blended with aromatic sauce and cooked with aged basmati rice.
$7.51
Chicken Biryani
Topping of chopped garlic.
$15.61
Chicken Seekh Kabab
Steamed aged basmati saffron rice.
$5.37
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