Delicious Indian Buffets That Will Leave You Oh, So Satisfied
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Indian food is amazing. Whoever says otherwise simply has no taste. But there is one big issue with it: choosing what to get.
How on Earth is any feeble-willed human supposed to decide between biryani, tandoori chicken, fish curry and palak paneer? To ask this of us is simply cruel. Thankfully, buffets exist to rid us of an impossible choice and let us eat everything all at once.
These are the most mouth-watering Indian buffets in the United States.
10. Masala of India Cuisine
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Location: Seattle, Washington
This casual eatery has a lunch buffet that office workers in the area absolutely love. Masala of India Cuisine has been feeding the hungry in Seattle for over 20 years and continues to be a local favorite.
The menu is typical of most Indian restaurants in the U.S., with curries, paneers,and, of course, masalas. Even purists seem to be won over by the authenticity of the restaurant and the friendliness with which the staff greets every person who walks through their door.
And if you simply can't get enough of it, you can get delivery or catering. Though, of course, those don't come with a buffet option.
9. Little India
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Location: Denver, Colorado
Open since 1998, Little India proves that quality food can help a restaurant outlast even the toughest times. Its buffet menu includes tandoori wings, biryanis, curries and more.
The establishment has been awarded the best buffet in Denver for several years. Sadly, travelers often seem to skip it while traveling through the capital of Colorado. But those in the know hold this place close to their heart, like a secret they're reluctant to share.
Luckily for you, we think sharing is caring, especially when it comes to promoting amazing businesses. Little India is so successful that it has managed to open multiple locations throughout Denver. This means you can visit, no matter where you're staying in the city.
8. Raaga Restaurant
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Location: Falls Church, Virginia
Offering both Indian and Nepali cuisine, Raaga Restaurant is reliable for its quality. The restaurant is located in a suburb of Washington, D.C., and has one of the best buffet offerings around, especially because it's offered seven days a week.
That's right, you won't have to worry about checking the times to see if you can make the buffet. Whether you want a cheap but filling lunch option during the workweek, or want to get yourself into a food coma on the weekend, this buffet always delivers.
If you love Northern Indian and Himalayan food, then use this as an excuse to take a little detour while in D.C.
7. Chicago Curry House
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Location: Chicago, Illinois
If what you want is a buffet with more options than you could ever possibly taste, Chicago Curry House is the place for you.
In fact, you'll probably need to come back a couple of times before you're able to taste the 20-something dishes served during the lunch buffet. And, even then, some items change from time to time.
The restaurant proves that quality and quantity are not always diametrically opposed. Here, you can get both at a bargain price. Now, that's truly the dream combination.
6. Royal Delhi Palace
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Location: Los Angeles, California
Sometimes it feels like it's impossible to find decent food in Los Angeles that isn't priced for millionaire actors. But all hope is not lost.
There are still places like Royal Delhi Palace, which put care and thought into their meals without assaulting your pockets. You'll get great-quality food that's delicious but affordable. Trust us, you'll probably spend the rest of the week fantasizing about the next time you can come here.
The restaurant's lunch buffet is a fan fave, and it's offered a full seven days a week.
5. Cafe Bombay
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Location: Atlanta, Georgia
At night, Cafe Bombay puts on a show, bringing in belly dancers to entertain diners with their incredible skills.
Sadly, you won't get a performance during the buffet lunch. But you will get some Indian staples like biryani and goat curry. All for a great price.
Our advice is to head here for the buffet and see for yourself just how good their food is. Once you're hooked, you can come back for dinner and a show.
4. India Palace
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Location: Phoenix, Arizona
A sit-down restaurant by night, India Palace offers a delicious buffet for less than $13. The menu changes daily, but you can expect to find all the classic Indian dishes that are popular in North America.
The restaurant has its own tandoori oven, which it uses to make breads and cook vegetables and meats the right way. Everything else is made with the same care, which is why this establishment ranks among the top overall Indian restaurants in the United States.
We know Phoenix is known more for its Mexican and Tex-Mex food, but if you want a little variety and are tired of tortillas, you can go get naan, which is similar to a tortilla but tastes completely different.
3. Amber India
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Location: San Francisco, California
Because this is the Bay Area, Amber India doesn't offer the typical Indian buffet lunch. Instead, it has a set menu that covers six courses, which is more than enough to guarantee you'll be plenty full by the end of it.
But that's not where the buffets end. The restaurant also offers a weekend endless brunch, where you can enjoy a delicious Indian set menu, plus limitless champagne, mimosas or nonalcoholic beverages.
For about only $40, it's not a bad place for bottomless mimosas.
2. New Delhi Indian Restaurant
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Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
New Delhi Indian restaurant claims to be Philadelphia's most popular buffet. And, honestly, we believe it. What sets the restaurant apart from the competition is that its generosity doesn't stop at lunch.
Oh, no. Here, you can also get a dinner buffet and a weekend buffet.
Basically, New Delhi is like the Santa Claus of Indian food, and every day is a version of Christmas where instead of stuffing yourself with roast pork, you do it with naan and curry.
1. Chola
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Location: New York City, New York
Specializing in Indian coastal cuisine, Chola is so good that it has earned rave reviews from The New York Times and a mention in the Michelin Guide.
Diners enjoy a chic and sophisticated setting while still taking advantage of the buffet lunch specials. The buffet includes all-you-can-eat meat, rice, vegetables, curries and desserts. Naan and chaat are also brought to your table.
For the quality of its food, its decent prices and its ambience, Chola proves to be the best Indian buffet in the U.S.