Top Three Rated

Best Indian restaurants in CAMBRIDGE

3 trusted local Indian Restaurants in Cambridge, Massachusetts

The Maharaja

57 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA
Zipcode: 02138
4.9 Since 2011
Specialties
Soups & Salads Mulligatawny Soup Tomato Soup Chicken Shorba House Garden Salad Indian Kachumber Salad Corn And Bean Salad
Soups & Salads Mulligatawny Soup Tomato Soup Chicken Shorba House Garden Salad Indian Kachumber Salad Corn And Bean Salad Samosas & Pakoras Vegetable Samosa Veg Pakora Chicken Samosa Paneer Pakora Chicken Pakora Fish Pakora Veg Starters Aloo Papri Chaat Aloo Tikki Chaat Aloo Samosa Chaat Bhel Poori Hara Bhara Kebab Paneer Tikka Non-Veg Starters Lollipop Chicken Tandoori Wings Seekh Kebab Shammi Kebab Galouti Kebab Tandoori Specialties Chicken Tikka Murgh Malai Kebab Lamb Tikka Tandoori Chicken Tandoori Malai Shrimp Tandoori Salmon Tandoori Lamb Chops Vegetarian Specialties Maharaja Dal Makhani Saag Paneer Punjabi Kadhi Nargisi Malai Kofta Sham Savera Navratan Shahi Korma Paneer Tikka Masala Paneer Makhani Paneer Shahi Korma Kadhai Paneer Paneer Vindaloo Paneer Jalfrezi Mutter Paneer Gobhi Kaju Tofu Tikka Masala Chana Masala Yellow Dal Tadka Baingan Bharta Baingan Patiala Masala Bhindi Do Pyaza Aloo Gobi Vegetable And Tofu Jalfrezi Chana Saag Tofu Saag Mushroom Saag Kadhai Tofu Kadhai Mixed Veg Tofu Vindaloo Mixed Veg Vindaloo Tofu Mutter Chicken Specialties Chicken Tikka Masala Chicken Tikka Masala (Dairy Free) Chicken Makhani (Butter Chicken) Chicken Korma Dhaba Chicken Methi Malai Chicken Kadhai Chicken Chicken Chettinad Chicken Saag Chicken Curry Chicken Jalfrezi Chicken Vindaloo Lamb Specialties Lamb Rogan Josh Lamb Shahi Korma Lamb Tikka Masala Lamb Vindaloo Lamb Saag Khatta Dhuandar Gosht Gulmarg Gosht Yakhni Goat Curry Treasures From The Sea Shrimp Tikka Masala Goan Fish Curry Shrimp Vindaloo Shrimp Saag Shrimp Korma Shrimp Chettinad Fish Curry Salmon Tikka Masala Rice Specialties Veg Biryani Chicken Biryani Lamb Biryani Shrimp Biryani Goat Biryani Maharaja Biryani (Lamb Chicken & Shrimp) Basmati Rice Accompaniments Onion & Green Chillies Platter Onion Green Chillies Cucumbers & Tomatoes Platter Plain Yogurt Cucumber Raita Anar & Corn Raita Chutneys (Mint Onion & Tamarind) Mango Chutney Or Mixed Pickle Pappadum & Chutneys Breads Naan Garlic Naan Peshawari Naan Keema Naan Paratha Tandoori Roti Aloo Paratha Paneer Paratha Plain Bhatura Paneer Bhatura Poori (2) Onion Kulcha Paneer Kulcha Chapati (2) Spinach Paratha Bread Basket Vegan Bread Options Paratha / Tandoori Roti Without Butter Aloo Paratha / Spinach Paratha / Chapati (2) / Poori (2) Without Butter Desserts Rice Pudding Gajar Halwa Kulfi Gulab Jamun Ras Malai Mango Mousse Cake Almond Cake Sangrias Sangria White (Spain) Sangria Red (Spain) White Wines / Rose Borgo Pinot Grigio (Italy) Angeline "Reserve" Sauvignon Blanc (California) Martin Ray "Sonoma" Chardonnay (California) A To Z Riesling (Oregon) Jean Luc Columbo Rose (France) Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio (Italy) Peju Winery Chardonnay (Napa Valley) Groth Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley) Red Wines Educated Guess Cabernet Sauvignon (California) J. Lohr "Hilltop" Cabernet Sauvignon (California) McManis Pinot Noir (California) Aruma Malbec (Argentina) Zuccardi Q Malbec (Argentina) Jim Jim Shiraz (Australia) Goose Ridge Merlot (California) Seven Hills Merlot (Washington) Castiglion Del Bosco Brunello (Italy) Groth Cabernet Sauvignon (California) Champagne / Sparkling Prosecco Italy (Glass) Cava Castellar Spain (Bottle) Gosset Grande Reserve Champagne (France) (Bottle) Martinis Classic Martini Mango Martini Mirchitini Mumbaitini Lychee Martini Pomegranate Martini Passion Fruit Martini Chocolate Martini Cocktails Classic Old Fashioned Bell Pepper Mojito Cachumber Cooler Kentucky Mule Horse's Neck Mango Rum Lassi Mangolada Rum And Coke Bloody Mary Pinacolada Long Island Iced Tea Mimosa Margaritas Classic Margarita Mango Margarita Pomegranate Margarita Tamarind Margarita Cosmopolitans Classic Cosmo Lemon Drop Cosmo Fuzzy Cosmo Scotch / Whiskey / Bourbon Johnnie Walker Red Johnnie Walker Black Johnnie Walker Green Johnnie Walker Gold Johnnie Walker Blue Macallan 12 Macallan 18 Glenlivet / Glenfiddich 12 Yrs. Rampur (Indian Single Malt) Jameson Irish Whiskey Chivas Regal 12 Yrs. Ardbeg 10 Yrs. Oban 14 Yrs. Bulleit Bourbon Maker's Mark Bourbon Rabbit Hole Heigold Bourbon Rum Old Monk (Indian Rum) Bacardi Superior Captain Morgan Malibu Coconut / Pineapple Gin New Amsterdam Tanqueray / Bombay Sapphire Vodka Absolut / Absolut Citron Tito's / Ketel One / Grey Goose Tequila Jose Cuervo Especial Silver / Gold Patron Silver Cognac Hennessy VS Remy Martin VSOP Liquors & Cordials Sambuca Limoncello Kahlua / Bailey's Chambord / Campari Grand Marnier Or Cointreau Beers Rupee Beer Indian Craft Beer Kingfisher Indian Lager Taj Mahal Indian Lager Flying Horse Indian Lager Corona Heineken Sam Adams Blue Moon Belgian White Non-Alcoholic Drinks Mango Lassi Mango Ginger & Mint Lassi Sweet Or Salted Lassi Indian Fresh Lime Soda Sweet Or Salted Fresh Orange Juice Pistachio Shake Cinderella Cardinal Fruit Punch Treasure Island Soda Coke Diet Coke Sierra Mist Ginger Ale Juice Orange Mango Cranberry Pineapple Apple Tea Coffee & Water Masala Chai Coffee Tea (Black Green Or Herbal) Aqua Panna Spring Water San Pellegrino Sparkling Water
About Business

The Maharaja is an Indian restaurant brand based in the Boston area, known for its commitment to authentic flavors, culinary quality, and a welcoming dining atmosphere. The restaurant has established its identity around North Indian culinary traditions, combining classic Indian food culture with a contemporary and elegant dining experience. Their philosophy centers on providing guests with flavorful food, attentive hospitality, and a memorable experience that celebrates Indian cuisine.

The Maharaja is an Indian restaurant brand based in the Boston area, known for its commitment to authentic flavors, culinary quality, and a welcoming dining atmosphere. The restaurant has established its identity around North Indian culinary traditions, combining classic Indian food culture with a contemporary and elegant dining experience. Their philosophy centers on providing guests with flavorful food, attentive hospitality, and a memorable experience that celebrates Indian cuisine.

Working Hours
Open Sun: 12pm - 10pm Mon - Thu 11:30 am - 10:00 pm Fri & Sat 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Customer Review
In my opinion, this is the best Indian restaurant in the Boston metropolitan area. The quality of the food is outstanding—every dish is full of rich, authentic flavors and clearly made with care and top-notch ingredients. The food is on the spicier side, something to keep in mind if you’re sensitive to heat. While the prices are on the higher end, I believe it’s worth it for the quality, taste, and overall experience.

Punjabi Dhaba

225 Hampshire St, Cambridge, MA
Zipcode: 02139
4.8 Since 1998
Specialties
Most Ordered Chicken Tikka Masala Saag Paneer Paneer Chili Masala Chicken Korma Special Curry Platter Chicken Vindaloo
Most Ordered Chicken Tikka Masala Saag Paneer Paneer Chili Masala Chicken Korma Special Curry Platter Chicken Vindaloo Shahi Paneer Masala Aloo Gobi Grab & Go... Well Almost :) Vegetarian Entree Non-Vegetarian Entree Lassi (Refreshing Yogurt Drink) / Soda / Water / Juice Mango Lassi Pineapple Lassi Sweet Lassi Salted Lassi Bottled Water 16.9oz Soft Drinks Chai Chatt Corner (Snack) Bhel Puri Chatt Dahi Papri Chatt Murgha Chatt Pakori Chatt Potato Chatt Paneer Chatt Halka Khanna (Appetizers) Samosa Chole (2 Piece) Punjabi Chole Poori Tikki Chole Veg. Samosa Mix Veg Pakora Papadam Dahi Vada Sambar Vada House Special Combos (Platters) Special Curry Platter Tandoori Platter Vegetable Platter Mixed Platter (For Two) Veggie Special (For Two) Tandoori Delight (Tandoor Oven Specialties) Half Tandoori Chicken (4Pc) Full Tandoori Chicken (8Pc) Chicken Tikka (Roasted) Seekh Reshmi Kebab Sabji Bhandaar (Vegetable Entrees) Mutter Paneer Anda Paneer Anda Palak Saag Paneer Dal Punjabi Aloo Gobi Chole Masalewala Aloo Mutter Aloo Saag Mixed Vegetable Curry Dhaba Specials (Vegetarian) Paneer Chili Masala Malai Kofta Lajawab Shahi Paneer Masala Vegetable Korma Saag Mushroom Spicy Cheese Chili Baingan Bhartha Chole Bature Murgha & Mutton Di Rasoi (Meat Entrees) Chicken Tikka Masala Dhaba Special Chicken Curry Chicken Saagwala Dhaba Special Lamb Curry Lamb Saagwala Keema Matar Masalewala Dhaba Specials (Non-Veg) (Goat/Lamb/Chicken) Chicken Korma Chicken Karahi Chicken Vindaloo Chicken Dal Masala Chicken Mushroom Masala Chicken Bharta Chicken Coconut Dhaba Jerk Chicken Spicy Chicken Chili Meat Kofta Masala Lamb Korma Lamb Karahi Lamb Vindaloo Lamb Dal Masala Lamb Mushroom Masala Lamb Roganjosh Goat Masala Curry Goat Saag Curry Goat Vindaloo Curry Machlee (Seafood) Fish Vindaloo Fish Masala Shrimp Masala Shrimp Saagwala Basmati (Rice Specials) Lamb Biryani Chicken Biryani Vegetable Biryani Mattar Pulao Plain Boiled Basmati Rice Roti (Breads) Aloo Paratha Gobi Paratha Onion Paratha Plain Paratha Poori (2Pc) Naan Garlic Naan Tawa Roti (2Pc) Tandoori Roti (2Pc) Special Breads Batura Methi Paratha (W/ Raita) Mooli Paratha (W/ Raita) Keema Paratha (W/ Raita) Aloo Nan Keema Nan Onion Nan Condiments Plain Yogurt (3 Oz) Raita (3 Oz) Mango Chutney (3 Oz) Fresh Mint Chutney (3 Oz) Achar (Pickle) (3 Oz) Mittai (Desserts) Kheer (3 Oz) Gulab Jamun (2Pc) Jalebi (3Pc) Meetha Paan Utensils Plastic Utensils Secret Quick 'N' Tasty Lunch Quick 'N' Tasty Lunch With Rice Or Bread Dosa (South Indian Pancake) Masala Dosa Plain Dosa
About Business

Punjabi Dhaba is an Indian restaurant brand in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to celebrating the rich culinary heritage and cultural traditions of Punjab. Founded by Mohan Singh, the business was established with the vision of bringing the authentic atmosphere of traditional Indian roadside eateries to the local community. Their identity is rooted in Punjabi hospitality, traditional cooking practices, and a welcoming environment inspired by the familiar roadside dhabas of India.

Punjabi Dhaba is an Indian restaurant brand in Cambridge, Massachusetts, dedicated to celebrating the rich culinary heritage and cultural traditions of Punjab. Founded by Mohan Singh, the business was established with the vision of bringing the authentic atmosphere of traditional Indian roadside eateries to the local community. Their identity is rooted in Punjabi hospitality, traditional cooking practices, and a welcoming environment inspired by the familiar roadside dhabas of India.

Working Hours
Open Mon - Sun 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Customer Review
Good selection, Great taste! Quick service. Very less wait times. Fun ambience (music). Great value for the fair price. Bear in mind, small space. Not the most sanitary. The chai was just okay. Cash only.

India Pavilion

17 Central Square, Cambridge, MA
Zipcode: 02139
4.5 Since 1979
Specialties
Popular Items Chicken Tikka Masala (Halal) Garlic Nan Vegetable Samosa Saag Paneer Plain Nan Chicken Korma (Halal)
Popular Items Chicken Tikka Masala (Halal) Garlic Nan Vegetable Samosa Saag Paneer Plain Nan Chicken Korma (Halal) Appetizers Vegetable Samosa Vegetable Pakora Paneer Pakora Lamb Samosa Chicken Pakora Fish Pakora Samosa Chole Chaat (No Dairy) Samosa Chole Chatt With Raita Dahi Papri Chaat Garden Salad Masala Dosai Chicken Dosai Plain Dosai Soups Mulligataway Soup Chicken Soup Coconut Soup Sambaar Pavilion Special Thalis Pavilion Thali For 1 Pavilion Special Family Feasts Pavilion Vegetarian Family Feast For 3-4 Pavilion Non-Veg Family Feast For 3-4 Tandoori & Grilled Delights Chicken Tandoori (Halal) Chicken Tikka (Halal) Tandoori Salmon Grilled Shrimp Reshmi Kebab (Halal) Seekh Kebab (Halal) Paneer Tikka Chicken Specialties (Halal) Chicken Tikka Masala (Halal) Chicken Tikka Dal Masala (Halal) Chicken Korma (Halal) Chicken Jalfrazee (Halal) Chicken Curry (Halal) Chicken Saag (Halal) Chicken Vindaloo (Halal) Chicken Chili (Halal) Jerk Chicken (Halal) Chicken Do-Piaza (Halal) Chicken Mango (Halal) Lamb Specialties (Halal) Lamb Curry (Halal) Lamb Saag (Halal) Lamb Korma (Halal) Lamb Jalfrazee (Halal) Lamb Mushroom Masala (Halal) Lamb Rogan Josh (Halal) Lamb Vindaloo (Halal) Keema Chili Masala (Halal) Goat Specialties (Halal) Goat Curry (Halal) Goat Vindaloo (Halal) Seafood Specialties Shrimp Masala Shrimp Saag Shrimp Vindaloo Shrimp Jalfrazee Fish Masala Fish Vindaloo Vegetarian Specialties Saag Paneer Shahi Paneer Paneer Chili Masala Malai Kofta Navrattan Korma Gobi Kaju Masala Mattar Paneer Aloo Mattar Baingan Bhartha Bhindi Bhuna Masala Aloo Gobi Aloo Chole Daal Tarka (Yellow) Daal Makhni Rice Specialties Vegetable Biryani + Raita Chicken Biryani (Halal) + Raita Lamb Biryani (Halal) + Raita Mattar Pulow + Raita Plain Basmati Breads Nan Basket (1 Plain 1 Garlic 1 Onion 1 Aloo) Peshawari Nan Paneer Nan Cheese Nan Aloo Nan Spicy Onion-Chili Nan Onion Nan Garlic Nan Butter Nan Plain Nan Tandoori Roti Tawa Roti Plain Paratha Aloo Paratha Poori Sides Tikka Masala Sauce 16oz Indian Salad (Red Onion Lemon Green Chilies) Plain Yogurt Mango Chutney Mint Chutney Tamarind Chutney Onion Chutney Achar Raita Papadam Dessert Specials Gulab Jamun Gajar Halva Kheer Beverages Mango Lassi Amrood Lassi Sweet Lassi Masala Lemonade Mango Juice Lychee Juice Guava Juice Utensils Plastic Utensils
About Business

India Pavilion is a well-established Indian restaurant brand located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, recognized for its longstanding connection to Indian culinary traditions and culture. Founded in 1979 by Mohan Singh, the restaurant has built its identity around authentic Indian flavors, traditional recipes, and a commitment to sharing the richness of Indian food culture with the local community. Their history reflects a dedication to preserving culinary heritage while creating a welcoming atmosphere for people from diverse backgrounds.

India Pavilion is a well-established Indian restaurant brand located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, recognized for its longstanding connection to Indian culinary traditions and culture. Founded in 1979 by Mohan Singh, the restaurant has built its identity around authentic Indian flavors, traditional recipes, and a commitment to sharing the richness of Indian food culture with the local community. Their history reflects a dedication to preserving culinary heritage while creating a welcoming atmosphere for people from diverse backgrounds.

Working Hours
Open Mon - Sun 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Customer Review
This Indian restaurant is a true find—everything on the menu is Halal and priced very reasonably. The flavors are authentic and bold, from the creamy, rich curries to the perfectly spiced biryani and tender tandoori delights. Portion sizes are generous, too—you definitely get great value for your money.