The best Indian restaurants in San Antonio
Beyond Tex-Mex and the River Walk, San Antonio rewards curious eaters with tandoor-focused dining rooms, buffet favorites along Fredericksburg Road, and Tamil Nadu cooking in the Medical Center, all a short drive from downtown.
5 hand picked restaurants · Updated October 2026
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Editor selections for Indian restaurants in San Antonio, listed alphabetically (checked October 2026):
- India Oven (San Antonio): Northern Indian tandoor cooking with a well-loved garlic naan
- India Palace (San Antonio): Medical Center mainstay known for its lunch and dinner buffets
- Madurai Mes (San Antonio): Tamil Nadu tiffins and banana leaf thalis near the Medical Center
- Simi’s India Cuisine (San Antonio): Longtime Fredericksburg Road favorite for tandoori and vegetarian plates
- Tarka Indian Kitchen (San Antonio): Fast, fresh counter-service curries and biryani in Stone Oak
India Palace
Medical Center mainstay known for its lunch and dinner buffets
Madurai Mes
Tamil Nadu tiffins and banana leaf thalis near the Medical Center
Simi’s India Cuisine
Longtime Fredericksburg Road favorite for tandoori and vegetarian plates
Tarka Indian Kitchen
Fast, fresh counter-service curries and biryani in Stone Oak
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 San Antonio
Visiting San Antonio or live here and craving Indian food? Our editors picked 5 Indian restaurants worth your time, covering South Indian, biryani, vegetarian. Bookmark this page and share it with friends planning a trip.
What is the best Indian restaurant in San Antonio?
Our hand picked list of the best Indian restaurants in San Antonio includes India Oven, India Palace, Madurai Mes and Simi’s India Cuisine. Each one is chosen for authentic flavor, consistent quality, hospitality and community love.
Where can I find vegetarian Indian food in San Antonio?
Great vegetarian and vegan friendly Indian options in San Antonio include Simi’s India Cuisine.
Where can I get dosa and South Indian food in San Antonio?
For dosas, idli and South Indian cooking in San Antonio, visit Madurai Mes.
Where is the best biryani in San Antonio?
Biryani lovers in San Antonio should try Tarka Indian Kitchen.
How do I find an Indian restaurant near me in San Antonio?
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.