Best South-indian Restaurants Nearby in San Jose
Idly Express
4.7
(700+)$0 delivery fee • 4.8 mi • 44 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
$10.41
Medhu Vadai (V) - 4 pcs
Fried Savory donuts made with lentils
$10.67
Filter Coffee
Eight oz filter coffee.
$4.55
Benne Masala Dose
Two thatte idly and two pieces of medhu vada.
$17.54
Kovai Cafe
4.4
(600+)$0 delivery fee • 7.5 mi • 49 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)
$9.42
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 • 51 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 • 48 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
Idly
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
Sri's Kitchen
4.2
(2k+)$0 delivery fee • 6.6 mi • 43 min
Wallet-Friendly
"Deliciously cooked items every time we ordered from Sri's kitchen. Tasty fried rice, sambar, rasam, vada, channa masala and all other items. They have a variety of al la carte items to order for our custom sizes, quantity and needs."
"This place was a rip off. I asked for 2 garlic naan breads and 1 butter naan bread and I got nasty rolled up wheat tortillas. Then the rice thali which looks like an abundance of food in the plate in photo, came in a salsa container. The 3 piece mirchi bajii was horrible. The lemonade was NOT lemonade . It tasted like a bunch of salt was poured in gelly water and I almost threwup. Rosemilk didnt taste good at all nor the badam milk. This was the wors t food I ever got. Food was not what was shown. Paid $50 plus shown in image. Would not purchase again"
Grand Thali
Served with Two Rotis, White Rice, Seasoned Rice, Curd Rice, 7 Entrees, Sweet, Papad & Chutney
$20.3
Mini Thali
Served with Two Rotis, White Rice, Seasoned Rice, Curd Rice, 4 Entreees, Papad & Chutney
$16.77
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.
$9.48
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
Butter Chicken Masala
Tender chicken in velvety red cashew-tomato sauce with fenugreek leaves. Mild, creamy, rich North Indian comfort food classic.
$17.92
Komala Vilas
4.5
(7k+)$0 delivery fee • 10.1 mi • 49 min
Farther away
Wallet-Friendly
"Komala Vilas is truly one of the best places for authentic South Indian food. Their soft whole wheat chapatis, ladoos, Mysore pak, everyday thali, and pillow soft idlis are just a few of my favorites. What I love most, though, is how comforting their food feels. On long, exhausting days, a meal from Komala Vilas feels a little like home and always helps ease the homesickness."
"If you’re craving a solid South Indian meal, Komala Vilas understood the assignment.
Their daily thali is lowkey elite. The portions? Insane. Like they did not hold back at all. You’re definitely not leaving hungry. Everything tastes fresh, comforting, and actually feels worth what you’re paying.
Honestly, for the price, it’s a steal. Easy go-to spot when you want a proper, filling meal without overthinking it."
Idlis (3)
Curd rice,sambar rice,curry,pickle,papad,sweet.
$7.08
Dinner Thali
Two pieces.
$15.37
Vada (2)
Three pieces idlis and one piece vada.
$5.72
Idlis (3) + Vada (1)
14 pieces.
$9.02
Annachikadai Restaurant
4.3
(4k+)$0 delivery fee • 12.8 mi • 41 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
Madras Idly Kadai
4.4
(300+)$0 delivery fee • 11.5 mi • 50 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.
$12.16
Chaat Bhavan
4.3
(3k+)$0 delivery fee • 8.0 mi • 40 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).
$14.75
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.
$14.18
Bombay Vada Pav
Crispy wafers layered with potato, sev, onion, chutney, yogurt, chickpeas, and spices
$6.45
Kongunadu
4.2
(600+)$0 delivery fee • 11.7 mi • 38 min
Farther away
"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"
Parotta (1pc)
Sufficient for 3 Adults
58oz biryani + 3 boiled egg + 8oz chalna + 8oz raitha + 16oz one starter + 8oz sweet
$5.38
Chicken Biryani
8oz Starter Made using Fresh Locally Sourced Mutton
$22.21
Kongu Special Pompano Fish Fry
Kuska biryani with no mutton pieces.
$17.53
Annapoorna Restaurant and Catering Services
4.5
(19k+)$0 delivery fee • 6.1 mi • 38 min
$5 off on $40+
"Combo 2 (with 2 Vegetables) is a good value for money from this store. I would rate their Zunka as favorite, followed by bharli vangi. Dal tastes very homely.
Would recommend Paneer Tikka Frankie for a quick bite which fills you up really well. "
"Bhel Puri quantity was hardly anything. The price to quantity ratio does not match. Pani Paani Puri (Gol Gappe) – 7 Pieces is not gol gappe. It is ragda puri. They don't give you potatoes with it. You get ragda. Imli chutney was authentic."
Vegetable Grilled Sandwich (with Cheese)
Toasted bread (2 pieces) with butter, green chutney, Onion, Potato, Bell Pepper and Tomato
$12.2
Crispy Paneer Burger
A Crispy Paneer Patty, Lettuce and a special non-mayo homemade spicy sauce on a grilled bun.
$10.61
Dabeli (One)
Spicy snack made by mixing potatoes with a special dabeli masala, putting the mixture in a ladi pav (burger bun), and serving it with chutneys made from tamarind, date, etc. It is garnished with pomegranate, thin shev and roasted peanuts.
$8.49
Bhel Puri
Bombay chowpati style bhel contains peanuts , green and sweet chutney
$8.59
THARAVADU KERALA KITCHEN
4.0
(100+)$0 delivery fee
"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.
$23.19
Pothichoru (Banana-Leaf Kerala Meal)
Fish curry, fish fry, chamanthi, pickle, pappad, raita, payasam, avial, and an egg omelet. Served on a banana leaf.
$18.42
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!
$17.68
Beef roast
Kerala-style beef ularthiyathu; slow-roasted with coconut slivers, curry leaves, black pepper.
$19.67
Brundavan
4.4
(4k+)$0 delivery fee • 5.6 mi • 44 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
Punjab Cafe
4.6
(21k+)$0 delivery fee • 0.9 mi • 25 min
$6 off on $30+
"Excellent value for delicious meals. The Mushroom Korma & paneer and the Chicken Saag were both excellent (I got medium spice and they were great with Raita and Mango Chutney). Loved the Vegetable Pakoras (8 Pieces) that came with mint chutney and tamarind chutney. The plain naan was lovely. The Korma and Saag were 2 for the price of one and I got 4 servings from each container for a total of 16 delicious servings at a very competitive price! We also love their rice pudding. My family and I order from Punjab at least once a week now.."
"Ordered in advance, Punjab Cafe accepted the order around 6:40pm and I received the order at 7:10pm (asked for 7-7:20 delivery)
I ordered the 24oz Butter Chicken (which is HUGE), the Chicken Tikka, Garlic Naan, a small rice (enough for 3 people), and 2 orders of the Vegetable Samosas (4 total)
Everything was piping hot and wrapped with extra care. Definitely enough food for 4 people
The Butter Chicken is a delicious tandoori style chicken in a creamy butter sauce. I ordered mild but will try medium next time as mild literally has no spice
The Chicken Tikka was my favorite. I ordered medium and it had the perfect amount of spice. It comes with onions and peppers with are an added bonus. Each piece of chicken is a sizable chunk (about 2 inches cubed)
The Vegetable Samosas are nice and crunchy. I typically like them spicier, but they were still delicious"
Butter Chicken ( 16 OZ )
Chicken tandoori meat in our special creamy onion and tomato sauce.
$22.05
Chicken Tikka masala ( 16 OZ )
Boneless white meat cooked in a rich creamy tomato sauce.
$21.64
Vegetable Samosa ( 2 Pieces)
Turnovers stuffed with potatoes and green peas.
$7.14
Mango Lassi ( yoghurt drink )
Made of yogurt and mango pulp .
$6.54
Kabila Sweets & Indian Cuisine
4.8
(10+)$0 delivery fee • 7.5 mi • 52 min
Farther away
Newly Added
Karahi Paneer
Homemade cheese cooked in butter gravy with, onions, tomato and bell peppers
$15.65
Dal Makhni
Creamed lentils, delicately spiced
$14.93
Chicken Tikka Masala
Charcoal-broiled chicken in moderately spiced sauce
$19.5
Gobi Manchurian
Crispy cauliflower tossed in spicy tomato sauce
$11.5
GARUDAS INDIAN KITCHEN (Kooser Rd)
3.5
(90+)$0 delivery fee • 7.8 mi • 48 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.
$12.43
Dahi Bhalla Papri Chaat
Soft lentil dumplings topped with yogurt, tamarind chutney, mint chutney, pomegranate seeds, and fresh coriander.
$8.69
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 • 46 min
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"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
$19.47
Veg Manchurian
Crispy Fried Vegetable Balls Dunked In Hot, Sweet And Sour Manchurian Sauce. Choose: Dry/Gry
$19.5
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
$11.69
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
$19.62
A2B Indian Vegetarian Restaurant
4.3
(4k+)$0 delivery fee • 5.9 mi • 46 min
"Received a TOTAL of 3 oz chutney and 16 oz sambar for TWO dishes. This has to be the smallest portion in the entire Bay Area.
The Poori Masala (2) was good, as was the Medu Vada (2) and Rava Kitchadi . The small chutney portions are embarrassing."
"The Special Thali is worthless for $20 . they served Brocoli poriyal which is very bad at taste and none of the curries tastes good. Absolutely waste of money. "
Idli (2)
Steamed Rice cakes, served with sambar and chutney. (Optionally can choose "Make it Jain")
$8.99
A2B To-Go Thali (Take-away only)
8 Oz each of A2B Sambar, Rasam, Kuzhambu of the day, Poriyal of the day, North Curry of the Day, Sweet of the day, Curd along with 24 Oz of Plain White Rice, 2 counts of Chapati, 1 dry chilli, Pappad/Fryums
$19.98
Madras Filter Coffee - ToGo
Decoction kaapi, the lifeblood of Tamil Nadu and other southern Indian states. Served in To Go Cup
$4.99
Parotta Kurma (2)
2 pieces. South Indian Layered Bread, served with Vegetable Kurma and Raitha.
$9.99
Blue Earth Indian
4.1
(10+)$0 delivery fee • 6.7 mi • 40 min
15% off on $20+
Butter Chicken
Chicken cooked in a delicious rich butter & tomato sauce.
$22.23
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
Naan N Masala
4.3
(2k+)$0 delivery fee • 9.4 mi • 61 min
Farther away
"The best food I've ever had. Hands DOWN. Not just best Indian food, best FOOD in general. Everything is perfect. The chicken is tender and juicy and full of flavor. The sauce is flavorful. Everything is perfect. "
"I've been coming to this place for a long time and never had an experience like this. The chicken tikka masala was watery. The rice did not seem like basmati rice, it seemed more like plain white rice. I only got five pieces in my mixed pacora and the pioneer pecora was super dried out. Bummed since it's used to be one of my favorite spots."
Butter Chicken
Tandoori boneless chicken cooked in rich creamy tomato sauce and onion gravy.
$12.62
Plain Rice
Plain steamed basmati rice.
$3.7
Chicken Tikka Masala
Boneless chicken pieces cooked in a moderately spiced cream sauce.
$11.98
Paneer Tikka Masala
Cheese chunks cooked in moderately spiced cream sauce.
$11.03
Shahi Darbar Indian Cuisine
4.4
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 4.9 mi • 43 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
Malai Kofta
Chickpea batter dunked vegetable dumplings cooked with herbs and spices in a creamy sauce
$15.58
Samosa (2pcs)
2 pieces. Crispy fried dumplings filled with spiced potatoes and peas served with chutney
$5.98
Paneer Tikka Gravy
Homemade Indian cottage cheese cubes cooked with ginger, garlic, spring onions in a special creamy sauce
$15.58
jaks authentic indian & modern vibe
4.2
(100+)$0 delivery fee • 6.4 mi • 37 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)
$33.68
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)
$33.5
Pista House
4.3
(2k+)$0 delivery fee • 5.6 mi • 45 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.
$16.04
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.
$17.38
Hyderabad Chicken 65
Chicken curry, chicken kebob.
$14.46
ELA KERALA KITCHEN
4.0
(400+)$0 delivery fee
"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.
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"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.
$22.19
Pothi Chicken Biryani
Aromatic rice layered with chicken and spices, served with raita and pickle. Traditional Kerala Biryani.
$17.85
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.
$18.28
Kerala Parotta (2 pieces)
Flaky, layered Kerala parotta (2 pieces). Crisp outside, tender inside - perfect with curries.
$5.71
Milan Sweet Center
4.2
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 7.1 mi • 39 min
Farther away
Trending
"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
Paneer Sizzler
Per pound.
$16.8
Jalebi
Top menu item.
$13.43
Gujrati Thali
3 Vegetables, Rice, Daal, Roti/Puri, Sweet, Farshan, Pickle & Raita
$15.13
Desi India Bazaar - 1584 Branham Ln
4.2
(70+)$0 delivery fee • 7.5 mi • 62 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.
$16.04
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
Our Indian Tiffin- Santa Clara
3.9
(70+)$0 delivery fee • 7.2 mi • 50 min
Farther away
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.
$14.83
Shahi Paneer (16 oz)
Cubed cottage cheese cooked in a curry fit for a king (shaahi).
$12.04
Saag Chicken
Healthy preparation consisting of boneless chicken prepared with Indian spices and spinach.
$13.25
IGrill Indian Cuisine
4.3
(5k+)$0 delivery fee • 4.9 mi • 49 min
"Vijayawada Style Paneer Biryani looks so authentic and the texture of rice is just perfect. Home vibes
LOVE THE Dal Makhani it the best in entire bay area. Spices are perfect"
"Consistently poor qualityfood. Mutton Goat Dum Biryani (Kachche Gosht ki Dum Biryani) has very little meat, mainly bones. Gongura Goat Curry was salty. This place has no consistency. Avoid Goat Dum Biryani (Kachche Gosht ki Dum Biryani) as no meat. "
Vijayawada Style Chicken Biryani
Hyderabadi speciality of subtly spiced lamb and basmati rice dum cooked in a sealed degh.
$15.11
Goat Dum Biryani (Kachche Gosht ki Dum Biryani)
Garlic Naan
$16.21
Garlic Naan
Flavoured Biryani Rice served with Tandoori Chicken Kebab
$5.05
The Great Kebab Biryani
$16.21
Masakali Indian Cuisine (De Anza Blvd)
4.3
(500+)$0 delivery fee • 10.7 mi • 49 min
Farther away
"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 ! "
"So far the best Chicken Dum Biryani in Bay Area with great taste and flavors. Quality and Quantity both are justified by price.
I'd recommend and order again."
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.
$18.94
Aloo Samosa W/ Chana Curry
Golden pastry pockets filled with a blend of spiced potatoes, peas, and aromatic spices, fried to crispy perfection, then served alongside hearty chickpea curry
$11.71
Gobi Manchuria
HOT Favourite. Cauliflower florets battered, fried, and tossed in a spicy, tangy Indo-Chinese sauce made with soy, vinegar, and a blend of aromatic spices.
$14.34
Butter Chicken
Masakali’s signature dish – features tender chicken pieces in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce, offering a rich, flavorful, and indulgent experience
$21.85
Khans Karahi Kabob
4.0
(900+)$0 delivery fee • 14.7 mi • 62 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
$29.11
Chicken Leg (1 pc)
Marinated and expertly cooked in a tandor oven, ensuring a juicy and flavorful sensation in every bite.
$5.76
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
$23.82
Chapli Kabob (2 Pcs.)
A BLEND OF MINCED BEEF, AROMATIC
SPICES. AND A TOUCH OF TOMATOES
CREATING A MOUTHWATERING CULINARY
EXPERIENCE
$15.61
Indian Masala Palace
4.1
(100+)$0 delivery fee • 5.5 mi • 49 min
$8 off on $45+
"This place is great, as far as I've experienced! They're open late, gets to you fast, hot and tasty, and they even threw in a Mango Lassi into my order that I didn't even order! Thanks guys!"
"This place is so bad. The Chef's Famous Butter Chicken (Popular!) was just oil and no gravy. I have had bad Indian food but this is inedible"
Chef's Famous Butter Chicken (Popular!)
Popular. Chef's motherland recipe brought to the United States! Fresh grilled chicken sliced and cooked with chef's creamy buttery sauce.
$27.39
Chef's Famous Chicken Tikka Masala (Popular!)
Popular. Chef's motherland recipe brought to the United States. Exquisite chicken tikka masala dish made with grilled chunks of chicken breasts in chef's famous buttery creamy sauce. Enjoy with some rice or naan!
$28.35
The Chicken Biryani
Chef's highly-rated chicken biryani made with fresh chicken, Indian herbs, house-made raita and cashew nuts.
$22.29
Plain Rice
Famous saffron rice.
$6.99
Biryani & Kababs
4.3
(9k+)$0 delivery fee • 10.4 mi • 58 min
Farther away
"Very good meal overall, had some more spice than the typical fried Chicken Fried Rice (Non-Vegetarian). Good ratio of meat to rice/vegs as well. Butter Naan was good, moist and easily tearable. "
"Their Chicken 65 Biryani is hands down the best in the Bay Area—we’ve been ordering it almost every week for years. The portions are generous, and you truly get great value for your money. For vegetarians, the Paneer 65 Biryani is equally delicious and definitely worth tryin."
Boneless Chicken Biryani
Hyderabadi dum boneless chicken biryani; includes raita and salan. Medium spice.
$17.89
Chicken Dum Biryani (Bone-in)
Succulent Chicken cooked with spices and aromatic basmati rice.
$15.3
Goat Dum Biryani
Hyderabadi dum biryani with bone-in goat; includes raita and salan. Medium spice.
$17.89
Paneer Biryani
Paneer cubes sauteed with special sauce served with served with vegetable biryani rice.
$16.34
Priya's Indian Kitchen
4.2
(20+)$0 delivery fee • 6.7 mi • 40 min
$4 off on $20+
"Goat Vindaloo Bowl was super delicious and I could tell the ingredients used were good quality. Keep it up!"
"it's a small container with half potatoes is filled with pieces of potatoes. Not a good deal at all"
Butter Chicken Bowl
Juicy chunks of chicken simmered in a buttery tomato sauce on your choice of base, served with your choice of condiment.
$18.36
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.
$15.16
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.
$15.13
Great Indian Cuisine
4.4
(9k+)$0 delivery fee • 6.7 mi • 34 min
Trending
"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 so good and so consistent! Some of the best Paneer Tikka Masala I've tried, yummy Veg Samosas (2 Pieces) too. Really reasonable prices=)"
Butter Chicken
An authentic Punjabi dish consisting of tandoori prepared chicken, softly simmered in a smooth tomato based gravy.
$15.5
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
Naans & Curries
4.3
(300+)$0 delivery fee • 6.8 mi • 39 min
20% off on $35+
"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."
$15.39
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.
$16.54
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 Curry
Tender tandoor-grilled chicken simmered in a velvety tomato and cashew cream sauce, enriched with butter and delicately infused with fenugreek and warm spices. A beloved North Indian classic, reimagined with finesse — smooth, smoky, and deeply comforting.
$16.79
Curry Up Now
4.4
(17k+)$0 delivery fee • 6.2 mi • 50 min
"I'm not an Indian person, but this is my go-to place for hearty, easy-to-eat Indian food. I love the Tikka Masala Burritos and the Tikka Masala Bowls, and I always love pairing them with the Samosa Chaat. All have a nice, light spicy kick, and it's always packaged in easy-to-eat ways so I can munch and teach in my classroom, hehe."
"Unfortunately, nothing was very good or worth going back for. Not bad but just not good. The burrito was 80% rice and 20% chicken which made it dry and not worth $17. Same with the tacos. Barely any chicken. One taco only had one piece of chicken. The Samosa and Naan were mediocre at best."
Fresh AF Chopped Salad
Serves 15. Tray. Greens, crispy garbanzo, tomato, cucumber, onion, cotija cheese, banana pepper, avocado, and cilantro dressing. (V) (Spicy).
$154
The Burrito Works Sr Package (HL)
Serves 25. Tray. An assortment of our best selling burritos cut in half + mini samosas + chutneys + pico + tortilla chips. Halal.
$480
Pani Puri DIY (VG, V)
Serves 10. Flour and semolina spheres, filled with potato garbanzo mash, topped up with a savory water made with cilantro, mint, ginger, jalapeno and tamarind. Crack open spheres with finger, fill with garbanzo, then add water. Vegetarian, Vegan.
$115
Tikka Masala Bowl
Serves 1. our iconic chicken or paneer tikka masala,, turmeric rice, daal or chana masala, mango chutney & pico.
$20.83
Falaknuma Indian Arabian Restaurant & Catering
4.0
(400+)$0 delivery fee • 11.6 mi • 56 min
Farther away
Trending
"Authentic hyderabad biryani taste, very difficult to match taste and flavor at other places"
"Closest to home (hyd) food i have had here in the bay. Must try! I order from far but its worth it!portion is also just right and tastes freshly made. The combo mutton Combo 1 ( Goat Biryani + Nawabi Chicken + Rumali Roti)is value for money and ofcourse the chicken 65 and Chicken 65 (With 1 Rumali Roti) is also a good buy."
Zafrani Chicken Dum Biryani
Chicken 65 with Rumali Roti is a spicy, deep-fried chicken dish served with thin, soft flatbread, creating a bold and flavorful Indian combo.
$22.03
Zafrani Goat Dum Biryani
Thin, soft, and delicate flatbread, traditionally hand-tossed and cooked to perfection, perfect for pairing with curries and gravies.
$24.07
Chicken 65
A rich and creamy chicken curry cooked in royal Nawabi-style spices, served with a soft Rumali Roti.
$18.28
Nawabi Chicken
A quick, satisfying trio for the midday rush. Enjoy our flavorful chicken biryani, rich and aromatic, paired with the creamy indulgence of nawabi chicken, and served with soft, thin rumali roti to scoop up every bite. A perfect combo for a hearty, hassle-free lunch.
$22.03
Desi Bazar Desi Kitchen
4.2
(700+)$0 delivery fee • 9.2 mi • 49 min
Farther away
"Delicious Bangladeshi food. The Murg Poalo tastes very authentic. Food quantity and taste is top notch! "
"A very inconsistent and deceptive practice is followed. They are mostly giving only a half piece of the fried Ruhu fish steak à la carte but charging the full price. At times in the past they have given a full piece for the same price. They never specify the quantity in an order just to get away with this. Very wrong. Not worth the money at all."
Ruhu Fish Curry - a la Carte
Cooked with onion, tomato and spices.
$6.19
Chicken Roast - a la Carte
Tender chicken leg quarter cooked with milk, nuts, onion paste flavored with desi ghee.
$7.17
Goat Kacchi Biryani
Stewed goat layered with basmati rice and flavored with spices.
$15.2
Special Vegetable Samosa (4pcs)
Stewed goat layered with basmati rice and flavored with spices.
$2.47
Star Chaat Cuisine
4.4
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 6.6 mi • 47 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.
$14.82
Dahi Sev Puri
White flour bread laced with garlic and cilantro baked in charcoal fired clay oven.
$8.89
Shah restaurant
4.6
(800+)$0 delivery fee • 12.0 mi • 50 min
Farther away
"44. Chicken Karahi was a 2.5/5. It had a lot of oil just dripping out but most importantly lacked any rich flavor to go along with it.
Tandoori paneer was a 2/5. The paneer had very little flavor again.
The good thing was that the order was fast but that doesn't compensate for the taste.
I would recommend looking at similar dishes from Mantra India from Mountain view to see how you can improve both your dishes. They are my favorite."
"Aloo chicken keema was stale, smelling bad and extremely sour. 3. Chicken Tandoori Leg was very spicy not at all like the usual chicken legs that we get from Shah."
3. Chicken Tandoori Leg
Tender chicken leg marinated with yogurt & spices, baked in Tandoor.
$7.99
5. Sheekh Chicken Kabob
Minced chicken pieces marinated with yogurt & spices, grilled on skewers.
$8.85
4. Chicken Tandoori Breast
Tender chicken breast marinated with yogurt & spices, baked in Tandoor.
$9.99
32. Chicken Biryani
Basmati Rice sauteed with tender pieces of chicken, served with yogurt sauce.
$19.93
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