The Most Flavorful Indian in San Antonio

India Oven

★★★★☆ 4.4 (490) • $$

"What a vibe. I stumbled upon this place heading home with the search for "Indian food" in my gps on a Saturday night. The place was packed but the vibe was cozy, romantic, intimate. Couples were sipping wine and families were enjoying their meals under soft red lights mixed with soft chatter. I saw buffet tables which I overheard someone mention they have buffets during lunch hours with the exception of Mondays. I ordered the Dal soup, Vegetable Pakoras, Paneer Pakora, garlic naan, and Matar Mushroom, all delish! Il take the spice level up next time. While waiting for my to-go order I watched the food come out in these adorable silver trays. Cannot wait to dine in on the next date night"

Pastries N Chaat

★★★★☆ 4.2 (82) • $$

"Great food love the chicken 65 Also the samosa was pretty yummy the wraps with potatoes and chicken were freaking amazing!!! If we lived close we would come here and try more stuff but we don't this was a random stop before a drive out of town but it's so worth it!! Service was great the ambiance is nice quiet and traditional music! If your around the area this place is a good one to stop and check out"

RJ Indian Street Food

★★★★★ 4.9 (12)

"Authentic and tasty Indian street food is hard to find in San Antonio. I recommend the vada pav which is my favorite dish at this establishments. The owner Rajubhai is so kind and friendly."

Madurai Mes

★★★★☆ 3.7 (166) • $$

"This is San Antonio's spot for Indian food! I have been here a few times, and I will difinitely be back. What makes Madura Mes so great is that the focus is on the food, and the whole of the Indian Subcontinent is well-represented in their menu. They of course have all if those dishes derived from Northern India you would likely see in most Indian restaurants, such as Vindaloo, Korma, Masala, and others familar to those who frequent most other Indian restaurants, yet they don't stop there. There's entire sections if the menu devoted to Southern India, and also an Indo-Chinese, portion of the menu, which looks very intriguing. I want to try it all. So far, I am in love with their chili chicken (Chicken 65), and last time I was theee I had a tiffin meal that included a dosa, which was what clenched it for me. Dosas are a delctable Southern Indian treat that is essentially a crispy crepe. Theirs practically melt in your mouth. I found both the servers amd regualr patrons to be quite helpful in navigating less familiar parts of the menu. They even gave me some extra dahl when I raved at how good theirs was. As I said before the atmosphere is very minimalist, in fact judging by some of the pieces in there I wouldn't be surprised if it was formerly a Mexican restaurant, but you go their because their food is legit. So if yiu like Indian food, and wish to expand your horizons on ut then check out Madure Mes!"

Spice Fine Indian Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.9 (553) • $$

"To start off the service is great! Greeted with a smile ! I'm always nervous about the spice because I can't handle it much anymore and they had a weekend buffet happening so I opted for that so I could try a little of everything. I can never eat much in one sitting but I went ahead and paid the $18 because it was my first time here. I tried a little of everything up there and it was wonderful. Served with warm Naan bread of your choice - I got the Garlic (literally the best I've ever had! ) My daughter went for Level 4 Butter Chicken- (levels are 1-5). She loved it. She said the spice was right on. The serve water in the fancy wine glasses (nice touch lol). The inside is nicely decorated with some wonderful Indian influence music playing. The vibe was wonderful. The cook even came to ask how we were doing. Over all- this will be a place we return too!!"

Pavani Express

★★★★☆ 3.5 (76) • $

"Great food for great price. Love their sambhar, coconut chutney and their Madras coffee is equally good too! Its not a trendy place to sit and dine but if you only care about the food, I would say this is by far best south Indian place. Quick service and clean restrooms are a big plus."

The Lion Indian Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.5 (134) • $$

"Took my husband here for his first Indian food experience. We got the lions feast with a bit of everything. Everything had so much flavor! We both wish that it was a bit spicier but maybe we should have specified that when ordering. And the naan was sooo good!There was no one else there when we came in on a weekday evening, which was odd because they're usually busy. Service was friendly and fast. Overall a good spot with authentic flavors. Pretty good option for first timers too since they have bundles with a bit of everything to try. Definitely recommend!"

Tandoori Grill Indian Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.1 (66)

"We went tonight to try this place out. They close at 8 and I had read online they were open until 9, so when we walked in at 7:40 I felt so bad. They were accommodating and pleasant and welcoming. Such a nice vibe!We got vegetable samosas, garlic naan, chicken tikka masala, chicken korma and a mango lassi. The food was so good. The samosas had a nice heat to them and the sauce was excellent. The chicken dishes were good but my favorite was the tikka masala. So rich tasting. Both dishes came with rice. I tried to get good photos of the menu. They have a fresh prepared buffet at lunch daily. Such nice owners and staff. So glad to see some good food coming to this area.Stop in to eat!"

Himalayan Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.7 (331) • $$

"I am so impressed that the staff wanted us to take advantage of the Valentine's Day special. He had a Nepal beer and I had a Himalayan Shirley with Tito's. Get ready because it's a journey with a lot of food. Everything was lovely. The Nepal Achar reminded me of a better potato salad with no potato. Everything is very fragrant. The gulag Jamum was a cross between a donut hole and a hush puppy but way better. I couldn't even eat half it was so good. Looking forward to leftovers tomorrow at work. The restaurant is clean and ready for large or small parties. You can watch sports on tv if you'd prefer. Great for date night!"

India Taj Palace

★★★★☆ 4.1 (327) • $$

"Location:The restaurant is located in Stone Oak off Heubner road in a shopping center with an Indian Market, Jersey Mikes and Pizza Hut. There are a lot of parking in this shopping center.Food:They offer a lunch and dinner buffet and you can order a la carte of lunch/dinner entrees. We tried the lunch buffet and were delighted of the variety of options from vegan dishes, chicken tikka masala, saag paneer, tandoori chicken, chili chicken, meatball curry, pakoras, mushroom masala, curry pakoras, samosas, goat curry, salads, chutney, desserts (gulab jamun, khir, semolina cake and mango custard), two types of rice/biryani; basmati and vegetable. My favorite entrees are the chicken tikka masala. A basket of garlic naan bread was complimentary and given when our drinks came in.Price:Lunch buffet price is $14.99 per adult. There is a kid's menu and it's priced $9.99 and under. Ambiance:There is ample seating in the large restaurant. It is tastefully decorated to reflect their culture. The buffet line is at the back of the restaurant. Service:Service was great. Foods were constantly refilled in the buffet line and waters were promptly refilled. Overall, I would be back again. I'm curious to see if the food options are more extensive for dinner. I would love to see plain naan bread at the buffet line."

Tulsi Fine Indian Cuisine

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"I came here twice on weekdays for the lunch buffet around 11:30 am and was the only customer. The selection of dishes was ample and had both vegetarian and non vegetarian dishes such as paneer curry, chicken korma, chicken biryani, samosa, and chana masala. The gentleman who was my waiter advised that one should visit later for fresher dishes (anytime after 1 pm). Overall, I'd highly recommend anyone looking for authentic Indian dishes that don't lack in spice."

Taste of India

★★★★☆ 3.9 (199) • $$

"Second visit! The food was so good last week I decided to come back today. I HAD to get the Tikka Masala again. I also selected the Chicken Vindaloo and Mixed veggies. The mixed veggies is a selection that is cooked down nicely into a stew. Onion, potato, cauliflower and peas in a slightly spicy sauce. Very lovely. The Chicken Vindaloo is a spicy dish. Meat is so tender and appears to be both white and dark portions of chicken. There is also potato and all in a red colored broth. The red means "enter at your own risk! "The rice is simple, warm and fluffy and very light, if that makes sense. Not sure, but those might be caraway seeds strewn throughout. The Tikka Masala was a hit, as expected. So nice and creamy and the white meat chicken chunks are also very tender. And man! Can't get enough of the naan. They close the restaurant at 2:30 and reopen for dinner. This is a lot of food, y'all. I'll never be able to eat every bite no matter how hungry I am, so show up but bring your appetite."

Biryani Express Indian Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.4 (50)

"Delicious Indian food, great service, clean and they stay late and that's a plus in San Antonio. Thank you"

Indian Food Stories

★★★★☆ 4.4 (8)

"Great good food! Will definitely return again. Fresh and tasty. Good fast service. Overall I think everyone should try this South Indian restaurant."

Biryani Bowl

★★★★☆ 4 (45)

"They got a good selection of the menu. We ordered lamb masala and lamb biryani rice. Portions are generous unlike the other Indian restaurant with the small portion. The dishes are flavorful and delicious. Also so they got a nice little bar in there . Good service by the server. We will be back to try rest of the menu."

Meenakshi Bhavan

★★★★☆ 3.7 (7)

"Bhavan! This is a veggie place right next to the Medical Center. It's authentically Indian, I asked- they're from Southern India. When I went, it seems that it was right at closing time. I reconsidered asking for a meal right at closing time, but was met at the door by an enthusiastic gentleman who worked there and he encouraged me to come in. I looked over the menu and saw that I didn't really know anything on the menu, so I just looked puzzled. The dude said that he had the perfect dish for me, and to sit down and wait. The restaurant obviously used to be something else, like a sports bar. They have a wonderful patio that looks under-used. There's places for big screen televisions, but they probably ain't gonna show the Spurs. The food was, well, confusing. I wasn't sure what was a dish, what was a condiment. There was no rhyme or reason to the food- some was herbal and fresh, some was spicy. Some was mushy in texture, some was liquid. I had no idea what I was eating. It was more or less delicious, as I was hungry. It'd be nice if they translated things on the menu for the American diners. I have no idea what it was- all I know is that it was vegetarian."

Evans BBQ & Grill by Gul's Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4 (68) • $$

"I love love love this place but I spend way too much money here. How do I do that when the prices are so very low you ask? Ummm because I order WAY too much because the prices are so low!!!! The food is absolutely fantastic. The naan is huge. The service is top notch and they'll explain everything to you. For sure give this place a try and you won't be disappointed! Just order a few things at a time though. The portions are large!"

India Palace

★★★★☆ 4.1 (715) • $$

"My favorite buffet! The price is usually around $14 and food is fresh and hot. I've gone to dine in and take out and they even give extra containers. I love the chicken saagwala, samosas and there's also one that has mushrooms and is my favorite!"

Hyderabadi Spicy Matka

★★★★☆ 4.4 (34)

"Wow! I can't believe I haven't tried this Indian restaurant earlier! The food here is amazing!The goat kheema dosa was very hearty, seasoned well, and so delicious! It's definitely big enough to share as an appetizer or if you want to eat as your main entree.I also got the nilgiri korma curry with goat, which was superb. The curry was rich, with many chunks of goat. There were, however, a good portion of bones, which definitely added to the flavor of the curry but also took away from the eating experience (since you don't want to accidentally bite down on a bone when eating a mouthful of the curry). The curry comes with a side of rice, but I'd recommend getting some naan to accompany it too. Garlic naan is of course a must!I will definitely return and try their other menu items! It's the best Indian spot I've been to here in SA thus far."

Delicious Indian Cusinie & Bar

★★★★☆ 4.3 (29)

"We got takeout twice from here while staying in a nearby hotel. The first night we had kadai paneer and a garlic naan. The meal was good but the naan seemed over-cooked, it was very crunchy. The second night we tried the mixed vegetable pakora, butter paneer and garlic cheese naan. Thr pakora was a little greasier than I've had in the past, and the cheese garlic naan was WAY heavier than I needed, even with just a few bites. The butter paneer was delicious, but the paneer chunks were pretty large. Overall, would eat again!"

Simi's India Cuisine

★★★★☆ 3.8 (401) • $$

"This was my first time dining here and it was a positive experience. 5/5 - Customer Service. A hearty welcome, a friendly smile and the attentiveness of the waiter left a big impact. 5/5 - Atmosphere. About six coworkers, and I ate here for lunch. Although a busy time of day for a restaurant, we were not rushed. The buffet was very neat and clean, as was the entire dining room overall.4/5 - I am relatively new to Indian cuisine. However, I experimented and tried some new things. My personal favorites were the chicken curry, creamed, spinach, and freshly baked flatbread."

Indian Street Flavors

★★★★★ 5 (2)

"Was looking for a place to catch a late dinner on Easter and this was one of the few places open. I ended up coming back here 5 nights out of the week I spent in San Antonio. Food was awesome! The guys in the food truck gave excellent service. Will come back whenever I'm in the area"

Tikka island

★★★★★ 4.5 (8)

"Keeping it short and simple. I have lost track on the orders I have made here. I can say that I realized I was coming multiple times a week and needed to slow down. Most people justify going to a buffet due to the prices they offer but rarely compare the quality. I've gone to buffets but would rather pay whatever Tikka asks in order to get their grub. They are decently priced for the quality they provide. Generous portions, great customer service and consistently is on point. You get what you pay for and they never fail to deliver. I get the lamb Tikka w/ tandoori chicken. Keeping me away form my diet lol love this place ! Also Seems like a clean truck as well ! Which I am very critical on"

Biryani Pot

★★★★☆ 4.1 (408) • $$

"I took my 15 month old daughter here for lunch around 12:30pm on a Tuesday. We were greeted immediately when we walked in and the server got us a high chair. He was extremely friendly and even made my daughter laugh. My daughter LOVES Indian food so I was so excited to bring her here for authentic Indian food. We ordered the chicken tikka masala and garlic naan and it came out very fast. She really loved it and I loved it! We asked for a to go box and they gave me a to go bowl with a lid along with foil for the naan and a to go box and a bag. It was great and nothing spilled on the ride home. I was grateful to the staff for being so accommodating to us since she is a baby and not always the quietest at restaurants. The staff was very kind and the food is amazing. Highly recommend !"

The Indian Night

★★★★☆ 4 (100)

"Very unassuming little lunch spot, but the service was fantastic and the food was great! A little pricer than I'd expect though - 2 entrees, two drinks and a dessert for $75."