Indian Restaurants

East meets West in sleek, contemporary Amber India. Executive Chef Anish Potdar applies traditional Indian cooking techniques to unexpected ingredients like sundried tomatoes, goat cheese, and lobster. The result is a delightful amalgamation of dishes that please both Indian cuisine purists and those with more experimental palates. The spirit of innovation is also in full display in Amber India’s diverse array of cocktails, comprised of uniquely exotic ingredients like acai, roasted cumin, and Zen Green Tea Liqueur. The museum-like space is an excellent stage for these satisfying surprises, with vivid reds, saffrons, and teals distilling the boldness of Bollywood into …

When the appetite cries out for flavorful Indian food, Royal Taj India Cuisine answers the call. This casual restaurant offers traditional dishes, like Chicken Masala, Lamb Korma, and Spicy Curry selections, in a full service atmosphere. Vegetarians also have a place at Royal Taj; the menu offers Aloo Baingan, or spiced eggplant and potato, among other vegetarian options. In order to devour these saucy dishes completely, multiple flavors of Naan, a traditional Indian bread, are available to wipe the plate clean. Those with a heartier appetite can dive into the lunch buffet, where diners can fill their plates over and …

Offering a unique taste of western Indian cuisine in Cow Hollow, Viva Goa is for diners in search of an exotic meal. Goa is a former Portugese outpost in India, and the influence of colonial rule on this part of the subcontinent gives Goan dishes a unique twist on standard Indian offerings. All week, Viva Goa offers lunch goers a wonderfully diverse buffet. Take out, pick-up, and delivery are options as well to those in the neighborhood that prefer to enjoy their meal at home. Goan specialties such as Xacuti curries (available with choice of prawn, chicken, or vegetables), Vindaloo, …

Mehfil Indian Cuisine in the Financial District offers diners an array of choices, for those in search of a variety of dishes, from all regions the Indian Subcontinent. The menu changes on a daily basis, so should you find yourself returning, you need not worry about being subject to a monotonous set menu. The affordable lunch special include Indian staples such as a choice of curry and a bowl of rice, or your choice of daily entrées and includes soup, salad and naan. Word is out about the lunch special, so expect a lively crowd, but that comes with good …

Mount Everest Restaurant in Berkley offers authentic Nepalese and Indian cuisine in a warm, comfortable atmosphere. Open for both lunch and dinner, this restaurant offers monthly and daily specials, kid-friendly options, and an abundance of vegetarian selections. Each lunch special is served with fresh naan, rice, garbonzo beans, and the Thali house salad. The Chicken Tikka Masala is a favorite among locals: Boneless chicken breast delicately spiced, grilled in a clay oven, and cooked with a creamy sauce. Most dishes are offered at a range of spiciness, including mild, medium, spicy, and extra spicy. Try the Paneer (homemade Indian cheese) …

Red walls create a warm, welcoming interior inside of Dosa, a restaurant located in the Mission district in San Francisco that serves up traditional Indian food to a multitude of guests. This restaurant happens to be named after its specialty: a crepe-like dish that is made with rice and lentils and served with your choice of topping and filling. There are many other traditional South Indian plates served at Dosa, and patrons unfamiliar with this cuisine might benefit from the Seasonal Tasting Menu that offers three courses. Adventurous folks can order from the regular menu, that offers not only Dosa, …

New Delhi Restaurant serves traditional Indian food, created from recipes that date back 300 to 400 years while using the freshest ingredients available. Executive Chef and Owner Ranjan Dey has a spot on the menu just for his own specialties and he credits the flavors of his cuisine to authentic Indian spices. These spices are also available for purchase, so guests can take home a San Francisco memory. The restaurant is decorated ornately with columns and Indian décor, which makes it looks like a palace. The menu also offers vegetarian dishes and 14 choices of curry dishes.