The best Indian restaurants in Portland
Portland approaches Indian food with its signature creativity, from Kashmiri small plates and street food halls to gluten-free food carts and plant-forward kitchens, all alongside a beloved South Indian buffet that locals have trusted for decades.
5 hand picked restaurants · Updated October 2026
Quick answer
Editor selections for Indian restaurants in Portland, listed alphabetically (checked October 2026):
- Bhuna (Portland): Kashmiri small plates and rice bowls in Nob Hill
- Bollywood Theater (Portland): Indian street food amid kitschy film decor on Alberta
- Desi PDX (Portland): Gluten-free Indian cooking with Pacific Northwest ingredients
- Maruti Indian Restaurant (Portland): Organic, plant-forward Indian cooking on Hawthorne
- Swagat Indian Cuisine (Portland): Portland's longtime favorite for dosas and a generous buffet
Maruti Indian Restaurant
Organic, plant-forward Indian cooking on Hawthorne
Swagat Indian Cuisine
Portland's longtime favorite for dosas and a generous buffet
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 Portland
Visiting Portland or live here and craving Indian food? Our editors picked 5 Indian restaurants worth your time, covering South Indian, vegetarian, street food. Bookmark this page and share it with friends planning a trip.
What is the best Indian restaurant in Portland?
Our hand picked list of the best Indian restaurants in Portland includes Bhuna, Bollywood Theater, Desi PDX and Maruti Indian Restaurant. Each one is chosen for authentic flavor, consistent quality, hospitality and community love.
Where can I find vegetarian Indian food in Portland?
Great vegetarian and vegan friendly Indian options in Portland include Bhuna, Desi PDX and Maruti Indian Restaurant.
Where can I get dosa and South Indian food in Portland?
For dosas, idli and South Indian cooking in Portland, visit Swagat Indian Cuisine.
Where can I find Indian street food and chaat in Portland?
For chaat, pani puri and Indian street snacks in Portland, head to Bollywood Theater.
How do I find an Indian restaurant near me in Portland?
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.