The best Indian restaurants in Greater Boston

Greater Boston's university crowd fuels a lively Indian dining scene, from late-night dosa counters in Harvard Square and the Seaport to Punjabi canteens in Inman Square and polished curry rooms in the South End.

5 hand picked restaurants · Updated October 2026

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Editor selections for Indian restaurants in Greater Boston, listed alphabetically (checked October 2026):

  • Dosa-n-Curry (Somerville): Vegetarian dosas, curries and Indo-Chinese plates in Somerville
  • Himalayan Bistro (West Roxbury): Nepali and Indian cooking in West Roxbury
  • Madras Dosa Co. (Boston): Late-night South Indian dosa counter in the Seaport
  • Mela (Boston): South End dining room for tandoori, curries and weekend brunch
  • Punjabi Dhaba (Cambridge): Roadside-style Punjabi canteen in Cambridge's Inman Square

Our picks are based on authentic flavor, consistent quality, hospitality and community love. Sponsored placements are always labeled, and the list is unranked. How we choose.

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Indian food in Greater Boston

Visiting Greater Boston or live here and craving Indian food? Our editors picked 5 Indian restaurants worth your time, covering fine dining, South Indian, vegetarian, street food. Bookmark this page and share it with friends planning a trip.

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What is the best Indian restaurant in Greater Boston?

Our hand picked list of the best Indian restaurants in Greater Boston includes Dosa-n-Curry, Himalayan Bistro, Madras Dosa Co. and Mela. Each one is chosen for authentic flavor, consistent quality, hospitality and community love.

Where can I find upscale Indian fine dining in Greater Boston?

For a special night out in Greater Boston, try Mela.

Where can I find vegetarian Indian food in Greater Boston?

Great vegetarian and vegan friendly Indian options in Greater Boston include Dosa-n-Curry and Madras Dosa Co..

Where can I get dosa and South Indian food in Greater Boston?

For dosas, idli and South Indian cooking in Greater Boston, visit Dosa-n-Curry and Madras Dosa Co..

Where can I find Indian street food and chaat in Greater Boston?

For chaat, pani puri and Indian street snacks in Greater Boston, head to Madras Dosa Co. and Punjabi Dhaba.

How do I find an Indian restaurant near me in Greater Boston?

Use our Near Me finder to see the Indian restaurants closest to you, or browse every pick on this page. Always confirm hours with the restaurant before you visit.