The best Indian restaurants in Hong Kong

Since opening their doors in 2000, Aladin Mess in Causeway Bay remains as one of Hong Kong's best restaurants for Halal-friendly dining. This humble Indian joint dishes up an expansive range of classic dishes like tandoori-fired hariyali chicken, palak paneer, rogan josh, brisket kahari, and plenty more. Additionally, Aladin Mess offers wallet-friendly lunch sets that start from $62 and come with generous portions of curries like chicken korma, brisket madras, or dal.

Anjappar Chettinad Indian Restaurant began as a local eatery in Chennai, but have since expanded to owning 70 locations in India and around the globe over the last 50 years. The Hong Kong branch of Anjappar can be found in Tsim Sha Tsui, where it provides a comfortable homely atmosphere for diners. Aside from a large selection of cuisine hailing from various Indian regions, Anjappar also serves pan-Asian dishes as well as gluten-free options.

Bombay Dreams is one of Central’s most beloved Indian restaurants due to its elevated Indian cuisine that keeps customers coming back for more. Their chef, Irshad Ahmed Qureshi, is the seventh generation of a dynasty of royal chefs that served the Nawabs monarchs during the Mogul empire – so you know you’re in good hands. Aside from Bombay Dreams’ la carte menu, the restaurant also provides a lunch buffet on weekdays and a brunch buffet on weekends, both of which presents a bountiful spread of regional specialties that’ll take your taste buds on a whirlwind journey through the Indian peninsula.

Chaat at Rosewood Hong Kong offers a fresh take on classic Indian cuisine with a street food twist, led by chefs Gaurav Kuthari and Dhiraj Kumar. Drawing from a palette of colourful flavours, Chaat transports diners across India with its diverse offerings. The restaurant’s latest menu showcases traditional dishes recreated with contemporary twists, such as oyster pani puri, basil nimbu prawn, and Chef Gaurav’s burrata corn palak. Don’t forget to try Chaat’s classic signatures like baked samosas stuffed with jackfruit meat, and fiery Iberico pork cheek vindaloo.

Chaiwala offers modern Indian fare and plates up a state-spanning selection of Indian dishes, many of which are designed for sharing. Its vibrant vibes match the food on the menu so you're always in for a good time. Highlights include nalli rogan josh with eight-hour slow cooked lamb shank, Connaught Place chicken biryani, and charred lobster nerulli seasoned with south Indian spices. If you’re in the mood for some tipple, Chaiwala’s menu offers classic cocktails that have Indian twists, such as the masala negroni made with Campari infused with masala chai, or the Chaiwala espresso which uses gin from the city of Jodphur.

Located in the rowdy and unfussy Queen Street Cooked Food Centre, Chautari specialises in Indian and Nepalese cuisine and is arguably one of the most reliable Indian restaurants on Hong Kong Island when you've got a craving. Don't expect any bells and whistles, but do expect some incredible lassis and curries – there are literally dozens to pick from – catering to all taste palates. 

Visit Chutney Tandoori House on Wyndham Street to experience contemporary twists on traditional Indian cuisine. Here, you can expect hefty plates that are perfect for sharing, like the sea bass with mint chutney, a mixed tandoor platter, or beef tenderloin with Andhra sauce – which are all roasted in their bespoke tandoor ovens. And if the name of the restaurant wasn’t obvious enough, this place also has a large selection of signature chutneys on the menu with options like guava, beetroot, mango, pineapple, and many more.

Head to the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui where you’ll find Gaylord Indian Restaurant, one of the longest standing Indian eateries in town. The restaurant has been open since 1972, and has continued to serve standout tandoor-roasted dishes, decadent stews, and curries that keep foodies coming back for more.

Contemporary Indian restaurant Jashan primarily focuses on the freshness and quality of the ingredients, but the eatery does not skimp on the bold and familiar flavours of Indian cuisine. Recommended dishes include the fish tikka and the lamb madras. The veggie and lamb samosas are served in generous portions, and the breadbasket comes with naan, roti and paratha. Polish your meal off with Indian sweets like sugary gulab jamun milk balls, dipped in a rose-scented syrup.

Operating for over 35 years, Jo Jo has grown to become the institution it is in Hong Kong today, with its authentic regional specialties from north to south India. With a focus on blending exotic spices, skilful cooking techniques and fresh ingredients, Jojo is always good and always consistent. You’ll find all the famous curries like butter chicken, masala, and vindaloo along with roti, naan and paratha to mop up the rich sauciness. Other house favourites include smoked meats from the tandoor, long grain basmati biryani, spicy salads, and a slew of snacks such as samosas, pani puri and kebabs. 

Since their beginnings in the 1940s on the streets of Karachi, Kailash Parbat has become an international franchise of Indian restaurants with several branches around the world. When it comes to their location in Hong Kong, Kailash Parbat has a colourful and lively venue that makes it an ideal spot for casual dining with family and friends. On their menu, you’ll find delectable plates such as pav bhaji served with a thick hearty curry, a large selection of chaat street food, as well as some Chinese-inspired Indian dishes.

Chef Manav Tuli has collaborated with Jia Group to open Leela, a modern Indian restaurant that offers a unique and playful approach to Indian cuisine. Expect to delight in indulgent plates such as Lucknow tokri chaat served in an edible basket made from deep-fried grated potatoes; Kandhari lamb chops, Thrissur crab curry made with local and Vietnamese crabs in a coconut-based curry, tender tandoor-fired squid in a dry shenga chutney rub, and plenty more.