The Best Indian Restaurants In Hong Kong

Offering everything from affordable biryanis and dosas to refined Michelin-star curries, here are our favourite Indian restaurants in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong is known for its diverse population and colourful food scene, and one cuisine that is in huge supply is Indian. From South Indian dosas and idli-vada to spicy curries, tandoor dishes and plenty of vegetarian options, there’s truly something for everyone in our melting pot. We’re spotlighting some of our favourite Indian restaurants including no-frills budget options or more upscale establishments for a special occasion — we have you covered and those Indian food cravings curbed.

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Chutney Tandoor House

Perched four floors above Wyndham Street, this eatery sets you up with a backdrop of Tai Kwun as you dig into delicious plates of modern Indian cuisine. The restaurant’s open kitchen features two tailor-made tandoor ovens, the key to creating its signature Tandoor mixed platter, which includes its popular Tandoori Octopus.

Chutney Tandoor House, 4/F, Carfield Commercial Building, 75-77 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2330 0027, www.facebook.com/chutneyhk

Branto

This vegetarian restaurant is famed for its authentic and delicious South Indian cuisine — with plenty of dosas and thalis (alongside other regional Indian options!). We love that it also provides flavour-bursting Jain food (for those who don’t eat garlic or onion). The videos running in the background are sure to put a smile on your dial as well.

Branto, 1/F, 9 Lock Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2366 8171, brantoveg.com

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Gaylord Indian Restaurant

Michelin-recommended Gaylord Indian Restaurant has become an institution in its own right, with more than 50 years under its belt. Expect a full house and a good time at this veteran Kowloon-side haunt.

Gaylord Indian Restaurant, 5/F, Prince Tower, 12A Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2376 1001, www.mayfare.com.hk

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Aladin Mess

A no-frills kind of place, Aladin Mess is a great spot to bring a big group. Serving up classics such as perfectly fried Samosas, moreish Butter Chicken, creamy Palak Paneer and the best Cheese Naan in town, you’ll be coming back to this Indian restaurant for seconds. It’s also halal-certified.

Aladin Mess, 2/F, 60 Russell Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, 2808 0250, aladinmess.com

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Bombay Dreams

Bombay Dreams serves a variety of flavourful and aromatic dishes, alongside an extensive vegetarian menu that’s just as delicious. With a modern interior design that’s chic yet understated, it’s perfect for birthdays, group meals and casual dining. This Indian restaurant also offers a Weekend Brunch Buffet for just $238 for unlimited food, plus an additional $198 for free-flow cocktails and wine!

Bombay Dreams, 1/F, Winning Centre, 46 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2811 9888, www.facebook.com/BombayDreamsHK

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Jojo Indian Restaurant

An oldie but a goodie, Jojo Indian Restaurant has been on the Hong Kong dining scene since 1985! Serving up a mouthwatering array of traditional curries and clay oven specialities from the north and south of India, the prices at this Indian restaurant are reasonable and the atmosphere is always lively. Don’t miss the weekday lunch buffet, which is priced at just $138.

Jojo Indian Restaurant, 2/F, David House, 37-39 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2527 3776, jojofood.com

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CHAAT

Helmed by tour de force Chef Manav Tuli, one Michelin-star CHAAT brings refined street food and re-imagined slow-cooked classics of India to the restaurant table. Equipped with three Tandoor ovens and a storeroom dedicated to spices, this bold Indian concept delivers flavour in spades.

CHAAT, 5/F, Rosewood Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3891 8732, www.rosewoodhotels.com

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Jashan

A Hong Kong staple, Jashan has been around for years and it’s not hard to see why. With its contemporary take on classic Indian fare, it appeals to a wide variety of palates, and you’ll still find familiar favourites on this Indian restaurant’s menu such as Paneer Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken and Lamb Rogan Josh.

Jashan, 1/F, Amber Lodge, 23 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 3105 5300, www.jashan.com.hk

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New Punjab Club

As the world’s first Punjabi restaurant to hold a Michelin star (receiving the honour in 2019), New Punjab Club is a must-try when it comes to Indian dining. Helmed by chef Palash Mitra, this bold Punjabi concept centres around hearty dishes from the tandoor oven. Best saved for a special night out, menu prices here can run a little high, but we think the food is worth it.

Sassy Tip: No trip to NPC is complete without a drink or two from the well-stocked gin trolley, sure to complement the richly spiced food.

New Punjab Club, 34 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2368 1223, newpunjabclub.com

Woodlands Indian Vegetarian Restaurant

Serving up a delicious and excellent-value range of South Indian fare since 1981, Woodlands still hasn’t lost its charm. Must-orders at this vegetarian Indian restaurant include the Masala Dosas and Sambar, and the Thali and Idlis are also hard to beat.

Woodlands Indian Vegetarian Restaurant, UG 16 & 17, Wing On Plaza, 62 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2369 3718, www.woodlandshk.com

Pondi

Marrying together the philosophy of French cuisine and Indian home cooking, Pondi (named after the former French colony Pondicherry in India) brings a different Indian cuisine to the Hong Kong dining scene. Opened as a collaboration between the team behind Brut! and Chef Taran Chadha (formerly of Blacksalt), expect deep, full-bodied flavours.

Pondi, 14 Fuk Sau Lane, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, 6556 4253, www.pondi.hk

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Chautari Restaurant

If you’re after cheap, affordable Indian cuisine, look no further than Chautari Restaurant. Found inside the Queen Street Cooked Food Market, you’re heading here for the buzzy atmosphere and quality Indian food. Perfect for enjoying with a crowd, diners are encouraged to BYOB and the menu includes everything from masalas and kormas, tandoori options, biryanis and speciality flatbreads.

Chautari Restaurant, 1/F, CF6, Queen Street Cooked Food Market, 1 Queen Street, 38 Des Voeux Road West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 2600 4408, www.chautari.com.hk

Rajasthan Rifles

Taking inspiration from the Anglo-Indian mess halls of the 1920s, Rajasthan Rifles‘ menu features British-influenced items such as the Rajasthan Rifles Club Sandwich and Anglo-Indian Fish N Chips, alongside contemporary classics like a Keema Anda Pau. Enjoy a refreshing Mango Lassi (or a cup of warming chai!) on the restaurant’s alfresco terrace and take in those Peak vantage point city views.

Rajasthan Rifles, Shop G01, G/F, The Peak Galleria, 118 Peak Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2388 8874, www.rajasthanrifles.com

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Bengal Brothers

Bengal Brothers promises to be the first and only eatery in Hong Kong to serve up authentic Calcutta-style Kati Rolls. These quintessential Bengali wraps come packed with chargrilled meat or vegetables, drizzled with tangy chutneys and spices and rolled into house-made paratha flatbreads. Grab-and-go dining doesn’t get any better (or more delicious!) than this.

Bengal Brothers, various locations across Hong Kong, www.bengal-brothers.com

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Chaiwala

Chaiwala serves modern Indian cuisine, offering dishes from all corners of the vast country. This expansive Indian restaurant can be found by entering through a British-style salon bar, Hugger Mugger on Wyndham Street. The menu is sure to take diners on a journey through India, offering everything from chaat street food to classic tandoor dishes.

Chaiwala, Basement, 43-55 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, 2362 8988, www.chaiwala.hk

More Indian Restaurants In Hong Kong

• Tulsi Indian Restaurant — Michelin-recommended Indian restaurant chain famous for its North Indian delicacies. www.facebook.com/tulsiindianrestaurant
• Dilliwale — Delhi street food and other regional Indian cuisine in Causeway Bay. www.dilliwalehk.com
• Masala Bay — Private Indian kitchen based in Clearwater Bay. www.facebook.com/Masala-Bay
• Kailash Parbat — An international franchise of Indian restaurants specialising in chaat (street food). www.facebook.com/kpltdhongkong
• Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant — Best known for its authentic South Indian staples and dosa platters. sangeetha.com.hk
• Uncle Desi Food & Sons — A digital-only restaurant that delivers crowd-favourite Indian dishes to your door. uncledesifood.com
• Momo N Curry — Sai Ying Pun hole-in-the-wall specialising in its two namesakes. www.facebook.com/people/Momo-n-curry
• Anjappar Chettinad Indian Restaurant — World-famous chain with a wide range of vegan, vegetarian dishes and gluten-free options. www.facebook.com/AnjapparHongKong
• Handi — Dhaba-style Indian restaurant in Tung Chung serving delicious Tandoori meats as well as vegetarian options. www.handi.com.hk
• Chungking Mansions — Last, but certainly not least, this iconic institution is home to some of the best Indian fare in the city.

Editor’s Note: “The Best Indian Restaurants In Hong Kong” was most recently updated by Nicole Moraleda in July 2023.