Order the best Indian-food near Albany, NY

"Everything was great, my favorite place to get CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA, it is so delicious and rich! The BASMATI RICE is always cooked and seasoned to perfection. My boyfriend and I always get the VEGGIE PLATTER but added to DAHI PAPRI today to try something new - we're both fans and we dipped our veggies as well!"

"Fantastic. I cannot state enough how excellent the RAJA THALI is, especially for the price. It is an absolutely absurd amount of very good food that could easily feed two people, like a buffet for your home."

Spicy Mint

"Absolutely incredible, I will always love Spicy Mint. The Samosa Chaat was exactly what I was hoping for - crispy, soft, tangy. I love it. The biryani is the best in Albany as usual. And the masala chai is perfection. Thanks for including sugar and stir sticks as well. "

"Not my first and definitely won't be my last time ordering from Spicy Mint. Always a reliable tasty option. The BONELESS CHICKEN BIRYANI is loaded with chicken and full of flavor. I got the medium it's The CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA is so creamy and rich while also full of flavor. Plus the staff is very polite and sweet."

BONELESS CHICKEN BIRYANI

Basmati rice cooked with boneless chicken, blended with herbs and spices then garnished egg, onion and lemon.

$16.7

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA

Chicken breast roasted in a tandoor oven cooked with mildly spiced tomato gravy.

$14.66

MUTTON BIRYANI

Basmati rice cooked with goat, blended with herbs & spices then garnished egg, onion & lemon.

$16.91

BUTTER CHICKEN

Chicken cooked in a rich tomato gravy.

$15.67

Dosa grill

(500+)

"Food here is top notch! Tried a few new things (Peshawari Naan Chicken Madras ) and it was so so good."

"The butter chicken (Chicken Makhni ) was delicious as was the included rice. The Chat Papri might be the best chat I've ever had. Very smart including the chutneys on the side so the chat doesn't get soggy. My first time trying Batura Bread, it was great, like a poori-naan mix. Crispy outside, soft fluffy inside that soaks up the curry."

Garlic Naan

Traditional Punjabi style naan topped with cilantro & garlic

$3.95

Chicken Tikka Masala

Marinated sliced chicken grilled & cooked in creamy sauce

$17.95

Veg Samosa

Crisp turnover fried with mildly spiced potatoes and peas

$5.41

Veg Pakora

Crispy fritters made from vegetables dipped in chickpea flour and fried until golden

$5.95

Shalimar Restaurant of Delmar

"Could not say we loved this enough! They even threw in an extra Baklava for us (at least I think it only comes with one usually!). The food is such high quality, we've literally tried all of the Indian food establishments in this area and Shalimar outdoes them by miles. The Coconut Naan was so surprisingly sweet and savory all at the same time - delicious, something new for us and we loved it. Our toddler ate so much so you know it's great when even the littles enjoy it. We will be ordering again soon. :) "

"Everything is always flavorful and delicious. The shrimp palak has huge juicy shrimp and the spinach is perfectly seasoned. Cheese naan is a must. And the samosas are one of my favorite things in life!"

Express Lunch Bowl

Your Choice of one Rice, one Chicken & one vegetable in Bowl. Comes with a Plain Naan, two onion pakoras, small portions of Raita(white sauce) & small portion Kheer.

$11.78

Naan

Plain naan.

$3.57

Chicken Tikka Masala

Boneless marinated chicken cooked with green pepper and onion in tomato cream sauce

$16.95

Garlic Naan

Naan stuﬀed with garlic

$5.13

Lazeez Restaurant

"this was so delicious it blew my mind.. the spice level was crazy good, the flavors were intense and exactly what you want in a curry dish. obviously one of the things we got was the Chicken Tikka Masala and holy .... i have zero complaints"

"Amazing Chicken Tikka Masala, requested a spice level and they made it happen. Best ive had around the capital region, def will order again. Was not overly oily or overly creamy like alot of counterparts, made just right! "

Onion Pakora

Savory fritters of fresh sliced onions dipped in a seasoned lentil batter, and deep fried to a delicate crisp

$4.11

Vegetable Samosas

Crispy pastry stuffed with a savory filling of spiced potatoes and green peas. Served with chutneys.

$3.98

Chicken Tikka Masala

Our signature dish of yogurt marinated chicken served in a spiced creamy tomato and cream sauce.

$13.99

Baklava

2 pieces of flaky pastry layered with nuts and sweet syrup.

$3.29

Shalimar

"Our meal tasted amazing! I had the chicken curry the chicken was so soft and tender and the spices awakened the tastebuds! The Punjabi lamb korma so tender and the blend of spices so unique flavorful and enjoyable. It not just a meal it's an experience. The smells of richness warmth bring you home ! Samosa best every had in 37yrs of life !!! So good ! Really the whole meal was absolutely amazing and can't say enough about them !"

"Poori bread has holes in them and they were fried like this and sold to my lucky self. Looks like mice chewed the middle of them. Tikka masala spices were off also. This location is inconsistent. Delmar location was better"

Chicken Tikka Masala

Boneless chicken cooked with peppers and onions in cream sauce.

$15.75

Garlic Naan

Nann stuffed with seasoned garlic.

$3.75

Vegetable Samosa

Puff pastries filled with seasoned potatoes and peas.

$3.95

Great Indian kitchen

4.6

(300+)

• Seafood • Lamb Chops

"The food was fresh, hot, and delicious. It is by far the best Indian takeout I have ever tried. The sauces were thick and full of spices that blended together beautifully. The portions were large and well worth the money. I have enough food left for lunch and dinner tomorrow! Highly recommend. "

"this restaurant is fantastic. The Lamb Rogan Josh is flavorful, its ingredients all work together so well. That dish and the Roti (Whole Wheat) are a pair meant to be. I thought I had to order a lot more food, but the portions are nice and hearty as well. Definitely worth the money."

Garlic Naan

Chicken breast cooked in tandoor and cooked in a creamy tomato sauce.

$4.5

Chicken Tikka Masala

Contains gluten. A pastry stuffed with spiced potatoes and green peas.

$20.99

Vegetable Samosa

White flour bread.

Chicken Biryani

Contains gluten. Cauliflower or mushroom tossed with tomato, garlic, and green herbs.

$20.45

Gulshan Cafe and Sweets - (315 Central Ave)

3.7

(30+)

• Indian • Bangladeshi

"Their store is just the best! It's super clean and hygienic, and the food is made with so much love. Plus, it's not oily or greasy at all - it's perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. You have to try their chicken roast and egg omelette, they're just perfection!"

"TLDR: order from here If you like authentic spicy Desi food Firstly, I want you all to know that this is my first ever written review. I am not your average white guy. I have many friends from the subcontinent and surrounding countries, and not only have I eaten home cooked Desi food often, but I don't think there's any main restaurant in the area that I have not tried. This food was SUPERB. It has the home cooked feel, and is authentic I can assure you. It is Bangladeshi food, so may be slightly different to what you're used to, but it's excellent. It is definitely on the spicy side (which should be expected from authentic food) but it's worth every burning sensation I can assure you. Portions were decent, nothing crazy on either end. I would skip the Mango Lassi next time around, but that's the only critique I could give. Please give this a try if you are looking for authentic Desi food"

Beef Kala Bhuna

Bread and rice.

$16

Goat Naga Biryani (Special)

Bread and rice.

$14

Chicken Biryani

Biryani.

$13

Beef Tehari

Bread and rice.

$15.99

Curry House

(1k+)

• Indian • Vegetarian

"The best Indian/Pakistani food in the Capitol district. Always fresh and tasty. Curry House is consistently fast and delicious with fantastic service. I have tried many menu items and have enjoyed everything Some favorites include the Onion Bhaji, Garlic Naan, Chicken Vindaloo, Vegetable Curry an Mango Lassi. Sauces/Chutney's are fresh and homemade. Great place with amazing food and service. "

"Consistently fantastic Indian/Pakistani cuisine. Excellent Onion Bhaji & Garlic Nan. Chicken Vindaloo flavorful and extra spicy (by request). The Vegetable Curry is excellent too. Best spot in Albany . "

Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken tikka cooked with peppers, onions and cream sauce.

$14.67

Garlic Nan

Leavened bread stuffed with garlic and coriander.

$3.64

Vegetarian Samosa

Home made turnover stuffed with lightly tampered and seasoned diced potatoes and peas.

$3.92

Cheese Naan

Leavened bread stuffed with cheese.

$3.43

Shalimar Greenbush

"Good food, great spice level for hot with chicken karahi but I can get if hotter next time. A good amount of chicken in the app mix along with other pakoras. Decent, standard naan and rice too."

"The chicken meat in my Chicken Korma was overcooked. The Mattar Paneer was just okay. The best part of my meal was the Garlic Naan. I really like garlic and there was a lot. The portions are good but this would not be my go-to Indian spot."

Garlic Naan

Naan stuffed with garlic.

$3.75

Chicken Tikka Masala

Boneless chicken cooked in cream sauce.

$14.95

Vegetable Samosa (3 Pcs)

Puff pastries filled with seasoned potatoes & peas.

$4.95

Butter Chicken

Boneless chicken cooked in butter cream sauce.

$14.95

Taj fine Indian cuisine

Indian • Casual Dining

Vijayawada Biryani (DF) (GF)

Crispy pastries filled with mildly spiced potatoes and green peas.

$20.34

Vegetable Samosa (3 Pcs) (VG)

Naan topped with fresh garlic and herbs.

$8.03

Garlic Naan

Naan infused with fragrant rosemary.

$5.74

Thalappakatti Biryani (DF) (GF)

Sweet naan flavored with honey and fresh ginger.

$21.02

SAFFRON RESTAURANT INDIAN& CHINESE FOOD

3.5

(20+)

"I ordered here 5 minutes before they closed because I didn't realize how late it was. As soon as I confirmed the order, I thought I was going to regret it, since I've had bad experiences with late orders. I got the food, I ate food, and I loved food. All of the proteins were cooked perfect. The beef had some bite, the lamb was super tender and the chicken was great. I got Lamb Curry , Butter Chicken Beef Dopiaz and Chicken Korma. The sauces and flavors are some of the best I've ever had, and I've been eating "Indian" food since Shalimar, when they were on Central Ave in the late 80's. Then all over the world. This IS REALLY GOOD. The only thing that could use improvement, is nothing. Most places charge $15+ for a chicken dish. This place has great food AND at a great price. I don't ever comment (matter of fact I never comment), but this food deserves a comment. If the chef reads this, bravo. Actually great. You should be proud of yourself. "

"Delicious food! Chicken 65 portion size could be better, it's like I'm getting a piece for a dollar but it's spicy and tastes good! Lump biryani has dry fruits and peas!"

Chicken Chowmen

Mild

$9.99

Butter Chicken

Spicy

$10.99

Chicken 65

Mild

$6.99

Mixed Fried Rice

Price per piece.

$10.99

Big Create Your Own

Start with a base, pick your protein, select your salatas, dollop your dips, drizzle your dressing, and garnish.

$16.07

Lil Create Your Own

Start with a base, pick your protein, select your salatas, dollop your dips, drizzle your dressing, and garnish.

$12.83

Big Chicken Shawarma

Fresh greens, basmati rice, Mediterranean-seasoned chicken, roasted lemon potatoes, tomato salsa, kale tabbouleh, cabbage slaw, hummus, creamy garlic, tahini dressing, and fresh herbs.

$15.65

Lil Chicken Shawarma

Fresh greens, basmati rice, Mediterranean-seasoned chicken, roasted lemon potatoes, tomato salsa, kale tabbouleh, cabbage slaw, hummus, creamy garlic, tahini dressing, and fresh herbs.

$12.54

Maharaja Indian Restaurant Delmar

Indian • Casual Dining

"Food was awesome! They followed instructions to make the biryani less spicy and the spice level was perfect. Ragada was very tasty and Naan was delicious. They even packed papad and sauces like what you would get if you ate in the restaurant. "

CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA

Marinated baked breast of chicken cooked in rich tomato cream sauce.

$19

GARLIC NAN

Leavened, handmade bread with a touch of garlic, herbs and spices, baked in a Tandoor oven

BASMATI RICE

Aromatic Indian Basmati Rice slow cooked with fresh herbs, spices with vegetables or meat, Served with raita

PLAIN NAN

Leavened, handmade bread, baked in a Tandoor oven

Karavalli

"I love Karavalli! Since we have moved to the area it is a favorite of ours. Their lunch buffet is amazingly flavorful and an excellent value. Their tandoori chicken is the best I have ever tasted. My husband is from India and this is the place that he always takes us to have Indian food."

Garlic Naan

Chicken tikka in a mild tomato and cream sauce.

$5.29

Chicken Tikka Masala

Leavened white flour.

$24.79

Naan

All-time favourite. Crisp pastries filled with spiced potatoes.

$4.76

Vegetable Samosa (3 pcs)

Basmati rice, onions, and mint. Served with raita and pickle.

$8.98

Indian Flame

4.6

(400+)

"flavor explosion. honestly can't believe a place this good exists in north Greenbush. that being said, it's a priced a smidgen higher comparatively to other albany spots, but once I taste their food I've always been completely satisfied with zero regrets. if you're a wings/Buffalo wings fan...marinated + indian spiced wings have changed my whole perspective on this culinary hallmark. this place is jacks the abovementioned statement to 11. I usually hit indian for the gravy, biryani and various naans. I implore you to take your wing game to the next level and use this place as your catalyst for the change. (the gravy naans and other standard faire also rocks)"

15% off on $30+

"We ordered the Baingan Bartha V, Chilly Chicken South Indian, Spinach Chat, garlic Garlic Naan, and Mango Lassi. Everything was hot and delicious, Mango lassi wasn't my favorite I've had but still a tasty treat. portions were good for the price."

Garlic Naan

Tandoor cooked white flour flat bread with a spread of chopped garlic and cilantro. Contains dairy and gluten

$4.59

Butter Chicken

Tandoor cooked shredded chicken thighs cooked to final stage in a creamy onion tomato sauce with richness of butter. Contains dairy

$21.34

Chicken Tikka Masala

Tandoor cooked chicken cubes in a creamy onion tomato sauce. Contains dairy

$20.65

Basmati Rice

Indian long grain rice cooked with whole spices

$4.01

Taste of Marsala

4.7

(50+)

• Italian • Casual Dining

"Love that this is a local spot with really great, affordable food. I love their Samosa Chat and would love to see them expand their street food section! Food was hot and more than enough for me as well."

"There was no flavor, it was like there was no curry seasoning at all."

Chicken Tikka Marsala

Boneless Chicken Breast Cooked In A Clay Oven, And Simmered In Tomato Based Gravy With Cream And Butter

$15.85

Chicken Biryani

A Rice Dish Cooked With Special Ingredients And Spices With Chicken

$14.99

Onion Pakora

Onion strings seasoned with spice and herbs in chickpeas flour batter

$4.49

Chili Chicken

Tender boneless chicken cubes hot and spicy sautéed with bell peppers and onions cooked in Indian spices and Chinese chili sauce.

$17.25

Sankalp-The Taste Of India

3.9

(10+)

"the Shrimp Vindaloo and beef Beef Vindaloo were extremely flavorful and the restaurant really did not play around with our request for extra extra spice. it paired really well with the Garlic Naan and Pakoras"

HYDERABADI BONELESS CHICKEN DUM BIRYANI

(The cooking recipe comes all the way from Hyderabad – A special style of minty flavored rice with boneless chicken & fried onions, served with raita & mirchi salan)

$20.99

MUMBAI VADA PAV

(2 Pc special Indian burger)(Vegetarian Delicacies)

$7.99

BUTTER CHICKEN

(2 Pcs Indian savoury)(Vegetarian Delicacies)

$18.22

SAMOSA

(An authentic dum styled goat biryani served with raita and papadum)

$6.99

Shalimar Restaurant

"The flavors are 10/10 but the Vegetable Samosa appears to have been fried in old oil. I ordered the Shrimp Curry which was delicious but for the price the portion was too small. The Garlic Naan was ok I would skip it next time. Overall great food but portions are small."

Chicken Tikka Masala

Most Popular. Boneless chicken cooked with peppers and onions in cream sauce.

$16.39

Garlic Naan

Most Popular. Naan topped with seasoned garlic.

$4.82

Vegetable Samosa

Most Popular. Puff pastries filled with seasoned potatoes and peas.

$4.8

Chicken Tikka Makhani

Most Popular. Boneless marinated chicken cooked in cream sauce.

$16.26

Shah's Halal Food

(7k+)

• Halal • Middle Eastern

"Best takeout we have ordered in Albany by far. We ordered the combo and chicken over rice. Flavorful. Fresh. Delicious. And a good sized portion for the price compared to the normal pittance of food we are used to from Albany establishments. "

"Pakora Chips are a generous portion and very satisfying. good quality pitas, great texture on the falafel in the Falafel GYRO perfect flavor and love the bogo deal. shows up fast and hot even late at night would order again feshness. thank you for all you do, Shah's!"

Chicken Over RICE

A delicious meal of juicy chicken marinated and grilled to perfection served over our signature aromatic basmati rice and salad of your choice.

$13.97

Combo over RICE (Lamb (contains beef) & Chicken)

Delicious meal of juicy chicken marinated and ground lamb **(contains beef)** mixed with finest herbs and spices, grilled to perfection and served over our signature aromatic basmati rice and salad of your choice.

$14.01

French Fries

A mouthwatering thick-cut potato fry, coated with sea salt, cracked black pepper and garlic

$4.28

Lamb (contains beef) over RICE

Delicious meal of ground lamb **(contains beef)** mixed with finest herbs and spices grilled to perfection served over our signature aromatic basmati rice and salad of your choice.

$14.15

CINNAMON BREEZE FOOD TRUCK

Food Truck

"My husband really loved his chicken vindaloo and my chicken tikka masala was, as always, absolutely delicious. I ordered tandoori chicken on a whim and it was also amazing. Slightly spicy and full of flavor. This place is my husband and mine's favorite place to get takeout lately!"

Aladdin halal market & restaurant

"Butter chicken has more food color but the taste was okay. Naan was plain with no butter. Falooda is not fresh and has a layer of cream on top."

Chicken Fried Rice

Basmati rice stir-fried, mixed veg, chicken and black pepper. Extra not added.

$14

Boneless Chicken Biryani

Basmati rice cooked with boneless chicken, blended with herbs and spices then garnished egg, onion and lemon.

$14.99

Chicken Seekh kabab 2pcs

Minced chicken seasoned with chopped ginger, onions and spices rolled over skewer and cooked to perfection in a clay oven.

$5.99

Butter Chicken

Succulent pieces of chicken cooked in rich tomato sauce with herbs, spices and touch of butter then garnished with cream.

$14.99

Falafel Express

• Mediterranean • Falafel

(100+)

"Falafel Wrap & Date & Walnut Cake Falafel was prepared perfectly. Not too dry or dense. The salad was fresh. The mint yogurt sauce was delicious and they gave a reddish sauce that was perfectly spicy. The cake was the perfect size, so light, fluffy, and flavorful. "

20% off on $25+

"The chicken and rice platter is amazing. I order it too often but rationalize it by the fact the price is affordable and the quality is great! The all white meat grilled chicken is tender and flavorful and the bed of rice is the best I've ever had. Tastes like hints of nutmeg and cinnamon in the rice. The salad is always crisp and green and the side of pita bread is so lovely and fresh. So very nicely done down to the delicious white sauce. Love this restaurant and love this dish!!!"

Chicken Kebab Rice Platter

Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and feta cheese topped with falafel. served on fresh, warm pita bread, topped with our white sauce

$14.36

Falafel Rice Platter

Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and feta cheese topped with falafel. served on fresh, warm pita bread, topped with our white sauce

$11.67

Falafel Wrap

Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and feta cheese topped with our grilled chicken. served on fresh, warm pita bread, topped with our white sauce

$10.32

Curry patta

Pakistani • Casual Dining

Chicken 65

deep fried chicken with a spicy sauce-served over rice and pico salad 🥘

$18

Legends Kebab

4.4

(200+)

• Halal • Mediterranean

"Fresh ingridients, authentic texture for Kebab, tastes and feels like you are dining in Istanbul ."

"garlic 6 Garlic Knots looK nothing like the picure. no sauce on them but with a side andno mozzarella at all. Hummus not anything like picture. it has black olives and oil on top. Lavash Bread (No Yougurt Dip) is huge and folded up in small pizza box. Yogurt Sauce is a very small cup for the cost."

Chicken Shawarma Wrap\Bun

Roasted chicken shawarma meat with pickles & yogurt sauce served in a wrap or round bun.

$13.27

Beef Shawarma Wrap\Bun

Roasted beef shawarma meat with tomatoes, onions & yogurt sauce served in a wrap or round bun.

$13

Lahmajoun

Delicious thin flatbread coated in a flavorful ground beef with veggies and homemade spices. Served with salad.

$10.13

Grilled Chicken Shish

Grilled chicken marinated with special seasoning served with rice, salad, yogurt sauce & Bread.

$19.62

Shogun

4.7

(7k+)

• Japanese • Asian Fusion