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The best Indian restaurants in Houston

Mahatma Gandhi District favorites and beyond. The best Indian restaurants in Houston.

6 hand picked restaurants · Updated October 2026

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

  • Aga’s Restaurant & Catering (Houston): Southwest Houston's Indian-Pakistani landmark, known for grilled goat chops
  • da Gama Canteen (Houston): Goan and Portuguese-Indian small plates beside the MKT trail
  • Himalaya Restaurant (Houston): Indo-Pakistani comfort cooking with a Texas twist off Southwest Freeway
  • Kiran’s (Houston): Chef Kiran Verma's polished Indian classics in Upper Kirby
  • Musaafer (Houston): Regional Indian cooking inside a palatial Galleria dining room
  • Shri Balaji Bhavan (Houston): Udupi-style vegetarian dosas and chaat in the Mahatma Gandhi District
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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 Houston

Visiting Houston or live here and craving Indian food? Our editors picked 6 Indian restaurants worth your time, covering fine dining, South Indian, biryani, 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 Houston?

Our hand picked list of the best Indian restaurants in Houston includes Aga’s Restaurant & Catering, da Gama Canteen, Himalaya Restaurant and Kiran’s. Each one is chosen for authentic flavor, consistent quality, hospitality and community love.

Where can I find upscale Indian fine dining in Houston?

For a special night out in Houston, try Kiran’s and Musaafer.

Where can I find vegetarian Indian food in Houston?

Great vegetarian and vegan friendly Indian options in Houston include Shri Balaji Bhavan.

Where can I get dosa and South Indian food in Houston?

For dosas, idli and South Indian cooking in Houston, visit Shri Balaji Bhavan.

Where is the best biryani in Houston?

Biryani lovers in Houston should try Aga’s Restaurant & Catering and Himalaya Restaurant.

Where can I find Indian street food and chaat in Houston?

For chaat, pani puri and Indian street snacks in Houston, head to Shri Balaji Bhavan.

How do I find an Indian restaurant near me in Houston?

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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