Cafe Maharani
Sibling-run Moiliili institution serving family recipes nightly
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The best Indian restaurants in Honolulu
Honolulu's compact Indian scene blends North Indian classics with Nepali momos, and most favorites sit minutes from Waikiki in McCully, Moiliili and Kapahulu, making a curry night an easy addition to any Oahu trip.
5 hand picked restaurants · Updated October 2026
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Editor selections for Indian restaurants in Honolulu, listed alphabetically (checked October 2026):
- Cafe Maharani (Honolulu): Sibling-run Moiliili institution serving family recipes nightly
- Namaste Indian & Nepalese Cuisine (Honolulu): Indian and Nepali plates at the edge of Waikiki
- New Kamana Kitchen (Honolulu): Roomy Kapahulu outpost of a downtown curry favorite
- Spice Up, House of Indian Cuisine (Honolulu): Cozy South King Street spot for tandoor and North Indian curries
- Tadka Indian Cuisine (Honolulu): Hale Aina gold winner for Indian, minutes from Waikiki
Namaste Indian & Nepalese Cuisine
Indian and Nepali plates at the edge of Waikiki
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Spice Up, House of Indian Cuisine
Cozy South King Street spot for tandoor and North Indian curries
View restaurant →Unclaimed
Tadka Indian Cuisine
Hale Aina gold winner for Indian, minutes from Waikiki
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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 Honolulu
Visiting Honolulu or live here and craving Indian food? Our editors picked 5 Indian restaurants worth your time, covering biryani, vegetarian, street food. Bookmark this page and share it with friends planning a trip.
What is the best Indian restaurant in Honolulu?
Our hand picked list of the best Indian restaurants in Honolulu includes Cafe Maharani, Namaste Indian & Nepalese Cuisine, New Kamana Kitchen and Spice Up, House of Indian Cuisine. Each one is chosen for authentic flavor, consistent quality, hospitality and community love.
Where can I find vegetarian Indian food in Honolulu?
Great vegetarian and vegan friendly Indian options in Honolulu include Cafe Maharani.
Where is the best biryani in Honolulu?
Biryani lovers in Honolulu should try Tadka Indian Cuisine.
Where can I find Indian street food and chaat in Honolulu?
For chaat, pani puri and Indian street snacks in Honolulu, head to Tadka Indian Cuisine.
How do I find an Indian restaurant near me in Honolulu?
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.
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