10 Best Indian Restaurants In Cary, North Carolina

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Traveling to North Carolina will not be complete without making a stop for a couple of days to enjoy the city of Cary. Blessed with the incredible natural landscape, Cary promises the ultimate retreat that allows you to reconnect with nature and appreciate the Earth even more. Stop by Lake Johnson to enjoy outdoor recreational activities that include boating, fishing, and picnicking by the clear water of the lake. Visit Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve to indulge in some hiking activities and marvel at the lush landscape of the surrounding area. Stay in amazing Airbnb vacation rentals and townhomes for rent. Moving on from attractions and accommodations, Cary is also known for its varied restaurant scene scattered throughout the city. If Indian cuisine is your favorite, keep reading to learn about the best Indian restaurants in Cary, North Carolina.

1. Udupi Cafe


Before you enter a restaurant, it will be interesting to know a little bit about the restaurant so will appreciate what you eat more. In case you did not know, Udupi is a small coastal town that is located in the southern part of India. The town is known for its Hindu temples, culture and of course, delicious Udupi cuisine. If you are a vegetarian and are interested in knowing what authentic Udupi cuisine tastes like, make sure to drop by Udupi Restaurant.

The specialties of the restaurant include Malabar Adai, a pancake cooked in Kerana styles, and Chana Poori, a fluffy bread served with chickpeas. All of the dishes served are made from fresh vegetables and fruits from the surrounding area. If you are not a vegetarian, you’d still enjoy the delicious selections here.

Udupi Cafe

Address: 590 E Chatham St 112 & 114, Cary, NC 27511, USA

Website: Udupi Cafe

Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11:30am - 3pm, 5pm - 9:30pm; Fri: 11:30am - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm; Sat: 11:30am - 10pm; Sun: 11:30am - 9:30pm (closed on Mon)

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2. Biryani Maxx Indian Cuisine

The food was AMAZING. The staff was very friendly, even assisting us with the menu.

Posted by Rochelle David on Saturday, 1 December 2018

Classic Indian dishes with modern interpretation–that is what you can expect from this restaurant that prepares all of its dishes with love and of course, the freshest of ingredients. The popular menu at the restaurant features items such as chicken vindaloo and chicken kolapuri, both of which are traditional Indian dishes. The ambiance at the restaurant is laid back and welcoming, which you’ll love. You can also indulge in varieties of dishes here such as seafood, goat, lamb, and vegetarian.

Biryani Maxx Indian Cuisine

Address: 590 E Chatham St STE 102, Cary, NC 27511, USA

Website: Biryani Maxx Indian Cuisine

Opening hours: Wed - Thu: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm; Fri: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 11pm; Sat: 11am - 4pm, 5pm - 11pm, Sun - Mon: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm (closed on Tue)

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3. Kababish Cafe


Welcome to Kababish Cafe, a place where you can satisfy your appetite and at the same time enjoy healthy and fun eating. With the main goal to present the most authentic dishes with excellent taste, the chef has successfully created a combination of authentic Indian dishes with Western adaptation.

You can start with appetizers such as papadam, crispy wafers made from lentil flours, and onion spice fritters before moving on to ordering chef specials that include haleem, a delicious stew with chicken and lentils among others, and kunna, a tender lamb dish with Indian spices.

Kababish Cafe

Address: 201 W Chatham St Suite 103, Cary, NC 27511, USA

Website: Kababish Cafe

Opening hours: Mon: 11:30am - 3pm, 5pm - 9pm; Wed - Thu: 11:30am - 3pm, 5pm - 9pm; Fri: 11:30am - 10pm; Sat: 12pm - 10pm; Sun: 12pm - 9pm (closed on Tue)

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4. Nazara Indian Bistro


One of the best things to do is to try the delicious food at Nazara Indian Bistro, one of the South Indian restaurants in Cary, North Carolina. You may want to empty your stomach first before coming to this Indian restaurant because there is a lot that you can try here, from South Indian dishes and North Indian dishes to tandoor specialties. In addition to other delicious options, you can savor the flavorful Curry Leaf Pepper Chicken, lamb patia, chicken biryani, and Vegetable Lemon Rice.

After you have satisfied your hunger, you are free to explore the other must-see locations in the neighborhood or to go buying for the items you desire and require in the nearby shopping malls.

Nazara Indian Bistro

Address: 1945 High House Rd, Cary, NC 27519, USA

Website: Nazara Indian Bistro

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 10pm; Fri: 11am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 11pm; Sat: 12pm - 3pm, 5pm - 11pm; Sun: 12pm - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm

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5. Persis Indian Grill

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Posted by Persis Indian Grill on Sunday, May 13, 2018

Experience happiness as you feast on the exquisite Indian dishes served at Persis Indian Grill, especially when the taste of its signature dish, dum biryani, starts to linger in your mouth. All the dishes served are delicious that it would be hard to decide which ones to order.

However, in addition to the dum biryani, it is strongly suggested that you also try their chicken lollipop, mushroom mutter makhani, and spongy kheema samosa dumplings, which are all delectable and not easy to forget.

Persis Indian Grill

Address: 1116 Parkside Main St, Cary, NC 27519, USA

Website: Persis Indian Grill

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11:30am - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 9:30pm; Fri: 11:30am - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 10pm; Sat: 12pm - 3pm, 5:30pm - 10pm; Sun: 12pm - 3pm, 5:30pm - 9pm

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6. Cilantro Indian Cafe


Experience the true pleasure of eating homecooked Indian meals by making a stop at Cilantro Indian Cafe. There is no need for early reservations to enjoy the food because the restaurant believes that you should be able to eat your favorite Indian dish without having to plan in advance.

If you want to eat the delicious chicken tikka masala, you can order it right away and it will be ready in minutes. Providing a fast and laid-back environment, the restaurant’s most popular dishes include Chick Peas Salad, tikka masala, pan-seared fish, and Salted Caramel Apple Cheesecake for dessert.

Cilantro Indian Cafe

Address: 107 Edinburgh South Drive, Suite 107 Suite,107, Cary, NC 27511, USA

Website: Cilantro Indian Cafe

Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 11:30am - 2pm, 5pm - 9pm; Sat: 4pm - 9pm (closed on Sun & Mon)

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7. Anjappar Chettinad Indian Restaurant

Posted by Anjappar - Cary, USA on Saturday, 26 October 2019

Those who are enthusiastic about Indian cuisine will appreciate the fact that this restaurant maintains a high standard of both the freshness and the overall quality of each dish it serves. You’ll find everything here, from fruits and vegetables to meats of all kinds.

In the section devoted to exotic meats, customers can order dishes such as deer sukka, kaadai masala, and rabbit masala. In contrast, the section devoted to vegetables offers both vegetable starters and vegetable curries. If you dine here, you will have the best Indian food in Cary, North Carolina.

Anjappar Chettinad Indian Restaurant

Address: 101 Ledgestone Way, Cary, NC 27519, USA

Website: Anjappar Chettinad Indian Restaurant

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11:30am - 2pm, 5:30pm - 10pm; Fri: 11:30am - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 10pm; Sat: 12pm - 3pm, 5:30pm - 10pm; Sun: 12pm - 3pm, 5:30pm - 9:30pm

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8. BlueFox Indian Cuisine

Posted by BlueFox Indian Cuisine on Thursday, 18 January 2018

BlueFox Indian Cuisine believes that there should always be a dish that is suitable for everyone and that even if you are not a big fan of Indian cuisine, you will find something that you like and enjoy at this restaurant.

The restaurant specializes in mouthwatering Indian cuisine with a wide range of flavors and offers a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. Some of the restaurant’s most popular dishes that you don’t want to miss out on include goat biryani and lamb gongura.

BlueFox Indian Cuisine

Address: 2250 Gathering Park Cir, Cary, NC 27519, USA

Website: BlueFox Indian Cuisine

Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11:30am - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 9:30pm; Fri: 11:30am - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 10pm; Sat: 12pm - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 10pm; Sun: 12pm - 3pm, 5:30pm - 9:30pm (closed on Mon)

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9. Biryani Xprx


Welcome to this modest restaurant which will be an excellent place for a stopover to relax and recharge through the consumption of a variety of dishes that are not only Indian dishes but also Indo-Chinese dishes.

Make sure to order their signature biryani, and allow the fragrant rice to be a pleasant introduction to the meal before you begin eating. You shouldn’t forget to place some orders for the goat and lamb entrees. Biryani Xprx is indeed one of the must-visit Indian restaurants in Cary.

Biryani Xprx

Address: 748 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511, USA

Website: Biryani Xprx

Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm; Fri: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 11pm; Sat: 11am - 4pm, 5pm - 11pm; Sun: 11am - 4pm, 5pm - 10pm

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10. Vaishno Bhog

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Last but not least, Vaishno Bhog completes the list of the best Indian restaurants in Cary that you should try. The restaurant has gained a great deal of notoriety thanks to the extensive menu it offers, which features a variety of traditional Indian street foods in addition to Indian snacks and sweets.

You definitely do not want to pass up the opportunity to savor the delectable flavors of vada pav, papri chaat, and khoya kulfi, which is fresh homemade ice cream prepared in the style of Indian cuisine.

Vaishno Bhog

Address: 810 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511, USA

Website: Vaishno Bhog

Opening hours: 11am - 9pm (daily)

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Dig in to some lip-smacking Indian food in Cary

Biryani
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Sometimes, visiting only attractions in a destination is not enough. Like when you are in Cary, you need more than just top-notch attractions to make your vacation even more wonderful. You need a taste of the local cuisine scene, including Indian fare. Be sure to enjoy delectable Indian dishes in some of the Indian restaurants mentioned above to add some spice to your Cary vacation. There are a number of excellent Asian restaurants in Cary as well if you’re looking for more places to eat.

To have an exciting experience in North Carolina, you can go to hip-hop bars and clubs in the neighboring city of Raleigh if you want to have some fun, party with other people, and drink some refreshing beverages.

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