15 Best Indian Restaurants in Tampa

“Food was amazing! True Pakistani taste and reminded me of my mums cooking and food back home in Toronto! The biryani was amazing and so was the Karahi chicken! Definitely will come back! Hopefully they will open a location in south Florida too! Honestly the best Indian/Pakistani food in all of Florida!“

“Loved this place. 100% coming back. It’s a buffet but everything is fresh and cooked continuously in small portions. So good and flavorful. We met the owner — she was so nice and showed us around every dish and option.Also 5 chutneys and my favorite! Chicken 65. So so so good.“

“Don't sleep on this place because it shares a location with a gas station. It's the best Indian restaurant in Tampa. Consistently high quality. Each dinner portion can easily be made into two meals. The vindaloo, phaal, and chili garlic naan are personal favorites of ours.“

“I have eaten a lot of Indian food. This restaurant was excellent. Food temperature was hot like it suppose to be and also very tasty. Naan was thick and fluffy. Customer service was on point. I would recommend Haveli restaurants to anyone that wants great Indian food.“

“The food was great and the staff were wonderful! The vegetable samosa were our favorite and the chicken tikka masala was delightful. Staff were very attentive and friendly, they even gave me a special foil bag for my naan when I asked to take the leftovers to go.“

“Some of the best, most attentive service I’ve had during a lunch service. Eat here if you want to be cared about as a customer.The food was not the best Indian I’ve ever had, but it was decent. This is a good place to come for the lunch special during the weekday. The chicken in the chicken korma was a bit dry since it was chicken breast, but the flavor and texture were great, not spicy at all, even though I was never asked my spice level.The service alone gets this place a solid 4 stars, with better food or cheaper prices it’d definitely be reaching 5 star tier.“

“Flames Indian Cuisine truly impressed me! It's been quite some time since I've had such a memorable Indian dining experience. The flavors were incredibly authentic and satisfying, making it undoubtedly the best Indian food I've had in a while. Even with the weekend rush, Flames Indian Cuisine proved to be worth every minute of the wait! If you're in the mood for top-notch Indian cuisine, this place is a must-visit!“

“The reason why they have been here so long, is that the food is always great. My favorite Indian buffet, modest selection, but each is well done. Not spicy, for those who just want the flavors of Indian. Reasonably priced and friendly staff.“

“Had some delicious tasting Indian snacks (street food) - Livali Kachori (something new to me) , Sev Puri, Bhel Puri and Masala chai . Everything was much better than the average Indian restaurant, i.e. authentic, and tasted good , per two very picky Indian eaters (hence the 5 stars). The chai was on point. Service was polite, and attentive. This place also serves Ice Creams (hence the name) - which we might try the next time. I'd definitely come back and try other (some not so common) things on the menu , like Indian spiced Paninis etc. Would recommend.“

“I rarely write reviews online…. But this was an exception and I just HAD to write a review to acknowledge and give them very much deserved applause… The foremost trait is very humble and understanding owners.. I have had them cater a few of events for me.. but this one event stood out … as it was my daughter’s celebration… Initially I had planned to cook myself but for some reasons decide to get it catered… approached just few days before the event and they were very kind to accommodate our party order… very reasonable pricing and great quality of food… all dishes were a very big hit… got so many compliments for fabulous and yummy food… the quantity was also sufficient… had leftovers and even leftovers got distributed so quickly…Thank you so much for your support… my always go to place for Indian cuisine eat out or catering…“

“We were amazed by the taste at this place.We had kachori, vada pav, chole bhature, bombay sandwichVada pav was so close to what we have in Mumbai, India!Got a chance to have a talk with the chef, she was so sweet and kind and her cooking skills are remarkable.Please visit this place to get your mind blown!“

“My recent visit to Minerva was an absolute delight! From the moment I stepped in, I was greeted with warmth and hospitality. The ambiance was inviting, setting the perfect tone for an authentic Indian dining experience. The menu offered a diverse selection of dishes, each bursting with rich flavors and meticulously prepared to perfection. I especially enjoyed their [signature dish], which was a true culinary masterpiece. The attentive staff ensured that every need was catered to, enhancing the overall dining experience. Without a doubt, Minerva has set the standard for Indian cuisine in Tampa. I can't wait to return and indulge in more of their delectable offerings!“

“We had takeout from here tonight and everything we ordered was amazing, and great service. Best chicken tikka I’ve had in Tampa. Aloo saag and butter chicken dishes were very flavorful and delicious. They also had vegan friendly options. We plan to be frequent visitors here!“

“Dosa Hut catered for our wedding sangeet night! Rama was super accommodating and made us feel comfortable from the very beginning with our food tasting! He set up a live Dosa station at the venue and all the guests were in awe! Their food is excellent and the quantity is more than enough. He is very professional and courteous. Whenever we will have a need for food catering in future, we will definitely go to Dosa Hut without hesitation.“

“This may be the last Indian buffet left in Tampa. Food here is excellent and very spicy. Unfortunately, there are no designations for Hot vs Mild, it's try and see! Great variety, several vegetarian dishes, at least 4 different chicken, one shrimp and one goat for meats. One or two selections were barely warm to cold, most were hot temperature wise. Tasty. Decent dessert selection including a thick mango lassi/fruit cocktail combo. It's a buffet, staff was friendly. Paper plates and plastic spoons ;-).“