9 Handpicked Indian Restaurants In And Near Detroit, Michigan

Isha
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Well-known for its association with the motoring industry, Motown Records and the murals of Diego Rivera, Detroit in Michigan is a city like no other. Situated on the Canada-U.S. border, Detroit was once a flourishing industrial town but went into a significant decline in the early 2000s. Slowly bouncing back, the city has managed to retain its diversified culture that is clearly reflected in its eclectic cuisine. A large number of immigrants call the city their home, including those from India. And Indian cuisine has become firmly established on the culinary map of the city. If you’re in the city and craving a mean curry, just scroll down to know more about the top Indian restaurants in and near Detroit, Michigan.

1. Reshmi Sweets & Cafe

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At the casual Indian eatery of Reshmi Sweets & Cafe in Hamtramck near Detroit, savour the bold and aromatic flavours of Indian food. Serving authentic dishes from the Indian sub-continent are the friendly and knowledgeable staff members. This popular restaurant is well-known for its use of fresh ingredients and delicious fare. Must-try dishes here are lamb biryani (spiced lamb cooked in fragrant fried rice), garlic naan bread and vegetarian combo meals.

Reshmi Sweets & Cafe

Address: 12170 Conant St, Hamtramck, MI 48212, United States

Website: Reshmi Sweets & Cafe

Opening hours: 11am - 11pm (daily)

2. Peacock Indian Cuisine

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Posted by Peacock Indian Cuisine Dearborn on Thursday, 23 August 2018

Decorated in vibrant hues of blue and white, Peacock Indian Cuisine is a contemporary restaurant serving delicious Indian fare. There is a lunch buffet that is very popular with locals and their a la carte options are also very appetising. Must-try dishes at this restaurant are butter chicken, lamb curry and paneer tikka fries (spiced Indian cheese and potato fries). All the food is halal and plenty of vegan options are available too.

Peacock Indian Cuisine

Address: 13736 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48126, United States

Website: Peacock Indian Cuisine

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

3. Mouchak Indian Cuisine

Posted by Saira Jannaton Nur on Saturday, 16 November 2019

Serving an excellent selection of vegetarian, non-vegetarian and vegan food options, Mouchak Indian Cuisine offers the best of Indian food near Detroit. Their friendly staff provides excellent service and guests can enjoy a mouth-watering traditional dishes interpreted the modern way. Dig into kormas (meat or vegetables cooked in a nutty and creamy sauce), begun bharta (mashed eggplant cooked with onions and herbs), fluffy naan breads, etc. They serve Bangladeshi and American dishes too.

Mouchak Indian Cuisine

Address: 11405 Conant St, Hamtramck, MI 48212, United States

Website: Mouchak Indian Cuisine

Opening hours: 11am - 11pm (daily)

4. Star of India

Posted by Star Of India on Saturday, 2 February 2019

Dine on yummy food from across India in the clean and comfortable dining room of Star of India restaurant near Detroit. The interior of the restaurant is well-lit and spacious. Their buffet spread has many takers among local residents since there are plenty of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options to chose from. They also have a separate vegan and vegetarian a la carte menu. Popular dishes here are chicken tikka masala (barbecued chicken pieces cooked in a creamy sauce), vindaloo (cubed chicken, beef or lamb cooked in a spicy gravy) and samosas (fried pyramid pastries stuffed with spiced vegetable mixture).

Star of India

Address: 180 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220, United States

Website: Star of India

Opening hours: Mon, Wed - Sat: 4pm - 10pm; Sun: 4pm - 9pm (closed on Tue)

5. Royal Bengal Indian Cuisine

Chicken Tikka Sizzler

Posted by Royal Bengal Indian Cuisine on Saturday, 7 July 2012

Promising an authentic taste of India in its various dishes is the Royal Bengal Indian Cuisine in Warren near Detroit. The restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic Indian fare and the use of fresh ingredients. In the large dining room of the restaurant, guests can sample exotic flavours from the buffet or a la carte menu. Lip-smacking items like paneer tandoori (spice-marinated Indian cheese cooked in a tandoor oven), chicken tikka saag (boneless chicken cooked in spinach, herbs and spices), etc., are a must-try here.

Royal Bengal Indian Cuisine

Address: 26029 Hoover Rd, Warren, MI 48089, United States

Website: Royal Bengal Indian Cuisine

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11:30am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 11:30am - 10pm; Sun: 12pm - 8pm

6. Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen

Buffets are nice, but a thali looks cooler ;)

Posted by Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen on Saturday, 24 November 2012

Specialising in serving Punjabi street food and other Indian classics, Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen offers the authentic taste of the northern state of Punjab in India on a plate. Their thali (set meals) are very popular and change on a daily basis. Popular dishes cooked in the traditional way at this family-run restaurant are chole (chickpeas cooked in a flavourful gravy) with bhaturas (fried whole-wheat bread), aloo paratha (spiced potato stuffed whole-wheat bread) and butter chicken. The food is offered with a smile in the cheerful and casual settings of this amazing restaurant.

Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen

Address: 27707 Dequindre Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071, United States

Website: Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen

Opening hours: Tue - Thu: 10am - 9pm; Fri - Sat: 10am - 10pm; Sun: 10am - 6pm (closed on Mon)

7. Priya Restaurant

Come hungry, leave happy.

Posted by Priya Restaurant on Saturday, 8 December 2018

In the bright and colourful interiors of Priya Restaurant in Troy near Detroit, sample scrumptious Indian meals that will tease your tastebuds. The restaurant serves meals catering to a variety of dietary requirements like halal, vegan, vegetarian, etc. They also have wines, beer, liquors, chaat (Indian street food), lunch buffet, etc. Tuck into their chicken makhani (chicken cooked in a rich tomato-based gravy), lamb vindaloo (lamb cooked in a spicy sauce of vinegar, potatoes and onions) and mango kulfi (traditional Indian mango ice-cream).

Priya Restaurant

Address: 72 W Maple Rd, Troy, MI 48084, United States

Website: Priya Restaurant

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

8. Aahar Indian Cuisine

Plain dosa
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Done up in cheerful yellow tones and India-themed decoration on the walls, Aahar Indian Cuisine has a very welcoming ambience. The friendly staff extends excellent service and guests can gorge on exotic flavours that are prepared by the talented chefs of this restaurant. Besides their lunch buffet, highly recommended items here are dosa (rice batter crepes), paneer tikka masala (Indian cheese cooked in a creamy gravy), chicken 65 (deep-fried yoghurt and spice marinated chicken pieces), etc.

Aahar Indian Cuisine

Address: 35564 Grand River Ave, Farmington Hills, MI 48335, United States

Website: Aahar Indian Cuisine

Opening hours: Mon: 11:30am - 2.30 pm, 5pm - 10pm; Wed - Fri: 11:30am - 2.30 pm, 5pm - 10pm; Sun: 12pm - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm (closed on Tue)

9. Pakwaan


Serving the complex and deep flavours of Indian cuisine is Pakwaan restaurant in Plymouth near Detroit. Their unique spice blends lend a distinct taste to each dish offered at the restaurant. The upscale dining room of the restaurant is the perfect place to try their popular items like tandoori murgh (spice and yoghurt marinated chicken cooked in a tandoor oven), goat kadai (goat pieces cooked with mixed vegetables and spices) and the yummy vegetarian entrees.

Pakwaan

Address: 447 Forest Ave, Plymouth, MI 48170, United States

Website: Pakwaan

Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 11am - 3pm, 5pm - 10pm (closed on Mon)

Indian delicacies in and near Detroit

A large number of Indian restaurants are present in and around Detroit that will easily cater to your Indian food cravings. When in the area, be sure to visit the top Indian restaurants in and near Detroit, Michigan, for a great experience.

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Isha is a former corporate employee who now leads a tranquil life centered around travel, writing, and minding her own business.

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