Diners' Choice: Indian restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Roti Indian Bistro - San Francisco

4.8

4.8 (1476)

$30 and under

Indian

Forest Hill / West Portal

About the restaurant

ROTI Indian Bistro marries casual, contemporary styling to classic Indian cuisine. The chefs take diners on a culinary tour of India, offering a taste of the North in the Tandoori meat dishes and hints of the South in the vegetarian curries. Fresh breads are available from the tandoor, a mesquite- fired clay oven unique to Indian cooking. Traditional freshly house roasted Indian spices to create a diverse fresh, menu. ROTI prides itself on the dining experience - at this popular new addition to the vibrant West Portal neighborhood, refined customer service from the attentive staff and fabulous food have established a higher standard of dining for the area.

Top review

anneVIP

Dined today

Roti once again delivers! Amazing food, wonderful service.

Yeti Indian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (449)

$30 and under

Indian

Glen Ellen

About the restaurant

Our creative menu is a Nepalese-Indian fusion of both cultures. Our kitchen draws the best from Sonoma County by bringing you fresh seasonal produce meats & seafood. We offer traditional appetizers, curries, tandoori and a number of vegetarian dishes. We have international and local beers in addition to our extensive wine list.

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Chris

Dined on Mar 30, 2025

We were there for early dinner er on a very quiet day. Delicious food, excellent service!

Rasoi

4.7

4.7 (335)

$30 and under

Indian

Burlingame

About the restaurant

Rasoi is the next generation in the Aslam family’s vision to delight the Bay Area with their unique, award-winning Northern Indian and Pakistani cuisine. Sprung from master chef Mohammed Aslam’s widely celebrated flagship restaurant Aslam’s Rasoi in San Francisco’s Mission District, this creative collaboration by Mr. Aslam’s sons integrates the much beloved family-friendly Rasoi (Kitchen) concept into a contemporary restaurant and chill lounge setting on the peninsula. Executive Chef Asif Aslam performs magic in the kitchen by putting his own signature on a well-curated staple of mouth-watering family recipes. Drawing from his diverse experiences at his dad’s restaurant and as personal chef for a host of distinguished Bay Area personalities, one of the region’s most talented young restaurateurs enjoys nothing more than to enhance his culinary genes with the kinds of subtle accents known to elicit spontaneous “oohs.”

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Stephanie

Dined 5 days ago

Music was a bit too loud for me. Food was amazing and a great value.

Tiya

4.7

4.7 (6)

$31 to $50

Indian

Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

About the restaurant

TIYA is a modern Indian restaurant in San Francisco’s Marina District, created by acclaimed chefs and brothers Sujan Sarkar and Pujan Sarkar. As their first joint venture, TIYA blends the bold, diverse flavors of Indian cuisine with the freshness and seasonality of California produce. This innovative dining destination showcases the Sarkar brothers’ deep passion for culinary artistry, hospitality, and storytelling, making TIYA a must-visit for those seeking a unique Indian dining experience in San Francisco.

Top review

Aditya

Dined on Apr 9, 2025

We really enjoyed the food. The items on the menu are quite unique and have a burst of exciting flavors. Would recommend the Kerala chicken wings!

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Ajanta Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1109)

$30 and under

Indian

Berkeley

About the restaurant

Ajanta features regional dishes from all over India, offered through a menu that changes every month. We feature organic chicken and vegetables. When possible, we use local and sustainable products. All seafood is sustainable, obtained from Monterey Fish Market. All meats are hormone- and antibiotic-free.

Ajanta has been voted best Indian restaurant in the entire San Francisco Bay Area by Zagat Guide from 2009-2014. We were also voted best Indian restaurant in the Bay Area A-List contest from 2009-2011 and 2013. In addition, we have received top reviews in several publications, including the East Bay Express, Diablo Magazine, and the Contra Costa Times. We are also included in Michelin Guide.

Our elegant dining hall features art inspired from the famous Ajanta caves in India.

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CatherineVIP

Dined on Apr 14, 2025

Consistently well prepared and delicious food. cordial servers. the owner is usually there and very welcoming. We go there about once a month - and have done for years.

Copra

4.7

4.7 (49)

$50 and over

Indian

Western Addition

About the restaurant

Copra: A Culinary Journey to the Heart of South India

Nestled in the heart of San Francisco's vibrant Fillmore district, Copra is an enchanting restaurant that transports you to the sun-kissed shores of South India. Helmed by Michelin-starred Chef Srijith "Sri" Gopinathan, Copra is a love letter to his culinary heritage, showcasing the vibrant flavors of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Sri Lanka.

Step into a world of lush greenery and intricate macrame, where the air is filled with the tantalizing aroma of spices and the gentle hum of conversation. The menu, a tapestry of traditional recipes and modern interpretations, is a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Top review

Elise

Dined 3 days ago

Terrific, interesting food. So much flavor. Great cocktails and wine list.

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The Essence - Livermore

4.7

4.7 (27)

$30 and under

Indian

Livermore

About the restaurant

At The Essence Redefining Indian food we invite you to indulge in the finest Indian cuisine in an atmosphere of luxury and refinement. Whether you are a connoisseur of Indian food or a first-time explorer, our restaurant promises an unforgettable culinary journey that celebrates the essence of India in every bite. Exquisite Ambiance, Culinary Excellence, Artful Presentation, Impeccable Service, Exclusive Wine and Beverage Pairings, Private Dining and Events
Book your table today and let us transport you to a world of exquisite flavors and timeless elegance.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Mar 22, 2025

Food is great, great ambience and staff is friendly and prompt!

Ettan - Palo Alto

4.6

4.6 (1720)

$31 to $50

Indian

Palo Alto

About the restaurant

With highly personal, vibrant dishes from the country’s most decorated Cal-Indian chef, the rustic chic ambiance at Ettan is simultaneously warm, magical and glamorous; without being intimidating. Located in the heart of downtown, every detail from our craft cocktails and wine list to our lush courtyard patio and private dining mezzanine are designed to appeal to a diverse audience whether you are on an intimate date or entertaining for business.

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Raji

Dined 6 days ago

Such a great, authentic Sadya. Totally worth the money

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The Yellow Chilli by Sanjeev Kapoor - Santa Clara

4.7

4.7 (395)

$30 and under

Indian

Santa Clara

About the restaurant

Northern California's first ever Indian Celebrity Chef restaurant -The Yellow Chilli by Chef Sanjeev Kapoor.

Stylish chain restaurant with full stocked bar serving Mughlai, Punjabi and dishes from India's Northwestern frontier.

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Aalok

Dined today

Great food and amazing taste. Parking may be hard to find.

Broadway Masala

4.7

4.7 (515)

$30 and under

Indian

Redwood City

About the restaurant

Broadway Masala invites you try our ever evolving Indian cuisine along with personalized service and beautiful ambiance. Our menu is carefully crafted with fresh seasonal and local produce and offering the diversity of regional Indian fare.

Top review

Philip

Dined today

Broadway Masala is a fantastic Indian restaurant with an online menu that is very well marked for allergens and service that is attentive and double checks such things. Of course, good service and atmosphere only support the real star which is just very delicious food and a number of options outside the fare of the run of the mill Indian restaurant in the area. Redwood really is blessed with some great food from multiple regions of India on that street.

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