Discover the spices of life on our magic carpet ride through Austin’s Indian culinary scene! Immerse yourself in a sea of sweetness, ride the waves of scent, and let your taste buds sink into a wonderful blend of spices. The culinary map of Austin is an endless sea of flavors, filled with countless Indian restaurants, as varied and vibrant as coral reefs
Going to India via Austin!
Distinctive, diverse and spirited, Indian cuisine is more than just food; it’s the story of a culinary journey that weaves an ancient culture. And honey, this isn’t your run-of-the-mill trip. Lol ! Whether it’s the laid-back vibe of beach houses or a gala affair at the Maharajah’s Palace, Austin’s got an Indian food experience to suit your imagination!
Cultural interest in central Texas
A city that continues to move to its own beat, Austin proudly embraces its title as the live music capital of the world. And, like his music, Austin’s food has rhythm and soul. The rise of Indian food in Austin is like a sun-drenched wave, reflecting the city’s diversity and enthusiasm for embracing different tastes and cultures The city’s food scene is vibrant and changing the constant seems to dance with the waves; It never stops beating.
Riding the “Raita” wave to Flavor Town!
Welcome, o foodie travellers! Your dreams of exotic water adventures have washed ashore. Our main goal? To act as your compass, it guides you to the 20 best Indian restaurants in Austin. As we set off on our exotic journey, prepare to indulge in delicious flavors, taste delicious aromas and experience the thrill of taste testing as much as catching the perfect wave !
We invite you to indulge in the fun and taste of flowing lassi (traditional Indian drink) and bubbling chapati (Indian soft bread). Welcome to our exciting jamborees of joules and jalfarezis, bhajis and biryanis, vindaloos and vadas.
We do not say that Columbus is discovering the New World. But trust me, by the end of this spicy session, you will have unveiled your own little India right in the beating heart of Texas! Beach towel optional, desire required! Let’s get involved!
Enjoy Indian flavors in the food paradise of Austin
Oh food seekers, and get ready to set sail on a culinary journey through the wonderful world of Indian food! Venture deep in the heart of the Lone Star State, where a spiced treasure trove awaits to transport you to a paradise of sweet treats.
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Contemporary Indian food in mud pits: the feast of the modern maharaja
Located at 1601 Guadalupe St., prepare to be wowed by Clay Pitt Contemporary Indian Cuisine, an upscale Indian restaurant with a sleek modern touch.
- Grandfather Tikka Masala
- Chicken with butter
- Tandoori chicken
Escape from the ordinary with a 4.2-star dining experience and more than 3,000 rave reviews.
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Asian Indian Food: Taste the flavors of the pot
Have a whirlwind dining adventure at Asiana Indian Cuisine, a casual eatery thriving on a variety of cuisines like the busy Indian market, located at 801 E William Cannon Dr #205, gather around a table and taste popular dishes like :
- Biryani
- I’m a pano
- Tandoori chicken
Discover the hidden gems in their 4.3-star rated South Indian delights including dosas and idlis and be a part of their 2000+ foodie family.
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Sangam Chettinad Indian Food : Discover bold southern flavours
Take your taste buds to Tamil Nadu with Sangam Chettinad Indian Cuisine, a family gem of bold Chettinad delicacies Drop anchor at 6001 W Parmer Ln #140 and pick up menu highlights like:
- Chettinad Chicken Biryani
- Chettinad Fish Curry
- Chettinad roast lamb
With 4.4 stars and over 1,500 reviews, unleash your inner foodie and explore the delights of spicy South Indian vistas.
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Masala Best Indian Food Biryani Place: Riding the Biryani Wave
Finally, hang ten at Spice Fine Indian Cuisine Biryani Place, where the pleasures of casual dining are as inviting as the Austin sunshine. Located at 500 W Canyon Ridge Dr Suite L-275, immerse yourself in an endless sea of flavors, including:
- Chicken Biryani
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- Vegetable Biryani
And make room to explore their sumptuous menu of curries, tandoori chicken and naan bread. 4 stars and over 1,000 reviews, this biryani place is the perfect place to end your gastronomic journey.
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Throw in Saffron Austin
Just around the bend at 3616 Far W Blvd #113, you’ll find Saffron Austin, a casual Indian restaurant that captures the fusion flavors of autumn. Make a splash:
- Tandoori Chicken Tacos
- Curry fries
- Interesting lunch-tray combos
Immerse yourself in a 4.4-star dining experience and be soothed by a wave of over 500 satisfied customers who appreciate reasonable prices and friendly service
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Whip In and roll in Flavor Currents
If you’re dreaming of a relaxing and lazy river cruise, make your way to Whip In. This simple position is known as:
Kati rolls (like an Indian burrito!), chicken tikka masala, and butter chicken
The relaxed atmosphere is like jumping in a pool cage, the perfect place for a quick bite or a casual meal with friends. Backed by 4.4 stars and over 2,000 reviews, you can see that your taste ship must have arrived!
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Anchor in the authenticity of Teji Indian restaurant
Set your compass on a family tradition at Teji’s Indian Restaurant. Located at 10315 N Lamar Blvd Suite 102, for more than 20 years, Teji’s has been a beacon for those lost in a sea of sweetness, with:
- Weekday lunch featuring a variety of Indian dishes
- Classic Indian dishes like curry, tandoori chicken and naan rotika
- Come ashore in this casual, inviting atmosphere and indulge in a 4.2-star dining experience with over 1,500 positive reviews.
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Reel in Flavors at Taraka Indian Kitchen
Lastly, take a boat ride to the harbor for a treat to the star Indian Kitchen. Here, the concept of fast-food flows swiftly in a sea of fresh curries, biryanis, tandoori dishes, and more. They are famous for:
- Fluent flavors in their variety of vegetarian and vegan options
- Freshly baked naan bread straight from the oven
With 4.3 stars and over 1,000 detailed reviews, Tarka Indian Kitchen commands a journey that will satisfy your taste buds and provide a refreshing dock in the middle of an ocean in Austin’s culinary scene.
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Enjoy a good morning sunrise in Austin
Dive into the sea of shitty on Good Morning Austin. Serving a rainbow of Indian dishes, this gem also offers sunny vegetarian and vegan flavors. Discover a treasure in the daily specials, which look like the exotic oysters that wash up on the beach each morning.
The joy of Good Morning Austin is:
- Daily specials surfing different waves
- Lots of vegetarian and vegan products
- Casual, family friendly atmosphere
Basking in a satisfying 4.4-star rating, this restaurant is making waves with content with over 500 sunny reviews complimenting fresh and tasty food, friendly atmosphere and reasonable prices
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Upscale dining at Bombay Bistro
Craving your feet in nice deep water? Bombay Bistro serves an upscale dining experience where traditional Indian and modern culinary waves meet in harmony.
The Bombay Bistro is amazing:
- A wave-changing collection of Indian traditional and contemporary flavours
- Waves of tandoori dishes, seafood curries, and more
With a 4.3-star rating and more than 1,000 reviews, customers love the delicious underwater food, elegant atmosphere and attentive service at this lovely pub.
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Family entertainment at Masala Wok
If you’re cruising with crew, Masala Wok is a family-friendly destination. Offering a vast sea of Indian food and a variety of vegetarian and vegan options, it’s the perfect sand hideout for any beach.
The results of a masala wok are:
- A great sea voyage of curries, biryanis and tandoori food
- Lots of vegetarian and vegan options
Anchored in a 4-star rating with over 1,000 reviews, family pods appreciate the fresh, friendly food and reasonable prices offered at this welcoming port of call
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Cooking Mountain of Kosheli in the Himalayas
End your culinary beach hopping adventure with an unforgettable stop at Himalayan Kosheli, where Nepali and Indian fusion dishes await your adventurous spirit Imagine unearthing a rare sea shell – momo, the Nepali dumpling is a thing good you’ve seen!
The Kosheli Himalayas are:
- Foreign Nepali and Indian fusion costs
- Casual, inviting beach hut with food
Rated 4.2 stars with over 1,500 luxury reviews, customers love delicious food, warm service and thoughtful pricing at this unique coastal culinary destination.
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Taj Palace Indian Food: A splendid affair
Imagine a beautiful skyline palace rising majestically over the golden sands. Taj Palace Indian Cuisine offers more than just upscale dining. It’s a taste of royal Indian hospitality, right here in Austin!
The restaurant features:
- High atmosphere, a jewel in Austin’s crown
- Signature dishes making waves, like chicken tikka masala, butter chicken and tandoori chicken
Holding a prestigious 4-star rating with over 1,000 reviews, diners love the quality food, elegant atmosphere and attentive service.
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New Indian cuisine: Delicious sunrises
Then, we make a beeline for the hidden oasis of flavor, New India Cuisine. This easy-going, family-friendly hideaway boasts a menu filled with delicious Indian food that caters to everyone––whether they’re passionate carnivores or vegetarians shell.
At New India Cuisine:
- Indian dishes like curry, biryani and tandoori, and let’s not forget vegetarian and vegan gems
- Casual atmosphere welcoming families and friends
This hangout has a hot 4.1 star rating on Google Maps, and over 1,000 reviews!
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Papadome Indian food: An explosion of flavors
Make your way to a casual dining experience sprinkled with the joy and zing of Indian cuisine at Papadom Indian Cuisine. This sweet spot promises enough feasting to satisfy any taste bud.
Papadom Indian Cuisine includes:
- A casual dining vibe that invites relaxation and fun
- Menus known for curries, biryanis and tandoori dishes
A beloved neighborhood treasure, this restaurant boasts 4.2 stars on Google Maps, thanks to the delightful food, friendly atmosphere and reasonable prices.
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Indian Stars: Favorite flavors under the stars
Finally, we took a moonlight walk to our final stop- the Indian Star. Located at 5316 Burnet Rd, this charming establishment delights in a casual atmosphere alongside its mouth-watering cuisine.
Star of India offers:
- Popular dishes like curries, biryanis and tandoori specialties
- A pleasant and warm atmosphere suitable for family and friends
Bathed in warm light with a 4 star Google Maps rating, it’s a beach fire dining experience, where the warmth comes from welcoming service and a tempting palette of spices!
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Drugs: An impromptu spice party
Imagine a relaxed inviting beach house, just swap the barbecue for tikka and burgers for biryanis. Welcome to Nasha, a culinary lighthouse on E Cesar Chavez St., who guides you inside a treasure trove of Indian flavors in Austin!
Nash is famous for:
- Mouth-watering curries, biryanis, tandoori dishes and a variety of garden dishes
- A beautifully simple environment, designed to relax and feed your soul
With a reputation for being as hot as the Austin sunshine (a 4.2-star Google Maps rating to be exact), customers appreciate this Indian restaurant for its fresh and exciting flavors, unique dishes , and an institution of unparalleled love and customer service.
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Bombay Express: Scented speedboat
Hold your plates, coastguards; This one will be a quick fix! Bombay Express on E 7th St is all about that quick casual attitude, which gets you through waves of delicious Indian food without missing a beat!
Bombay Express is recommended for:
- An overview of the full steam menu including curry, biryani and tandoori dishes
- A quick service style that cares for your time as much as it cares for your taste
Happily rated 4 stars on Google Maps, patrons rave about this restaurant’s quick and efficient service, delicious food for a few bucks, and lip-smacking dishes that will remind you of a cruise quickly at the hands of Lake Travis.
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Hyderabad House: Diving into regional delicacies
Oh, the food ship crew! Make your way to the Hyderabad House on Burnet Road for royal delicacies such as the Hyderabadi Biryani which screams ‘authentic Indian’ more than cat at the sight of a fish!
Hyderabad Home specialties
- Relaxing weather is like participating in a license crab dive on Austin Beach
- Delicious regional specialties, not found in any other port
Rated a solid 4.2 stars on Google Maps, this casual restaurant comes with authentic Hyderabadi cuisine, friendly service, and the promise of not leaving you deep in your wallet
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Biryani-n-Grill: A generous seafood grill with spices
Finally, take your flavor surfboard to Biryani-N-Grill on N Lamar Blvd, a casual eatery known for generously sitting on culinary ingredients – think biryani, kebab and tandoori dishes as big as a deep marlin reach it!
Biryani-N-Grill’s favorite items are:
- Homey, casual setting providing a warmth reminiscent of Austin sunsets
- A menu highlights a reel that tells a lot about Indian culinary magic
Ranked firmly in Google Maps 4 stars, this is a place to eat in a swimming pool, with generous portions, wallet-friendly offerings, and dishes that apparently taste like a pack of dogs they have become one!
conclusion
Surf’s up, friends! Grab a beach towel and enjoy our day against the backdrop of Destin’s amazing beaches. In quite pleasant waves, we discovered that Destin’s beaches are not average sand. No secret, Bob! They are golden bars where childhood memories are engraved, gentle, crystal-clear lines where lovers whisper sweet sonnets, and treasures where crazy sea creatures circle coral
Like a sprinkle of orange on a piña colada, let’s sprinkle our main point again: Destin’s beaches are always high beach hours with fun sand, fun water sports, serene sunsets – a delicious mix unlike any beach where your bare feet will ever sit!
So let me ask you this, beach explorer, why do you just daydream about it when the heavens themselves are dancing the hula and serenading you to come? Be a wave-rider – let the salty air of Destin ruffle your hair, let the sun-kissed sand taste your toes, and let the magical colors of the sunset light up your heart. So, get ready to make a splash – your adventure on Destin’s sands of delight is just the tide!