10 Best Indian Restaurants In Italy

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Anaanya
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Italy, the home of the great Italians. Italy and its cities are known for many things – Florence is known for its renaissance artwork and picturesque streets, Rome is known for the ancient ruins of the Roman Empire, Milan is known as the fashion capital of the world while Venice is known for its canals. Italy is also known for popular wedding and vacation destinations like Lake Como and Lake Orta. And of course, Italy is known for its famous Italian food – pizzas, pasta, risotto and so much more. Well, if you’re travelling to Italy and you’re pretty much done with eating Italian food, then we suggest you check out some of the best Indian restaurants in Italy for a change of cuisine.

1. Buddha Soul Restò, Venice

Posted by Buddha Soul Restò on Monday, 28 November 2011

Buddha Soul Restò in Venice is one of the most popular Indian restaurants in the country. This place has perfect traditional Indian recipes, so every bite you take is nothing less than a mouthful of flavour. The most recommended dish here is the thali, which is basically various curries ad sauces served with rice and lentil soup - that way, you get to try a little bit of everything. The food here is amazing, the vibe is very welcoming, the staff is friendly and the ambience is very pleasant. Ps, this place also serves Italian food and middle eastern food.

Buddha Soul Restò

Address: Via Gran Viale 28/b, Venice, Italy 30126

Website: Buddha Soul Restò

Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 12pm - 2:15pm, 6pm - 10:30pm; Mon - Fri: 6pm - 10pm

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2. Maharani Ristorante Indiano, Venice

Posted by Maharani Ristorante Indiano on Thursday, 2 October 2014

Maharani Ristorante Indiano, as the name suggests, is an Indian food restaurant located in Venezia. The quality of food is excellent, each helping is big and generous and the food is absolutely delicious. If you’re in the mood for an authentic Indian meal, this is the place to go. The ambience is good and the staff is very helpful, which makes it all the better. The biryani and the chicken dishes are the most recommend here.

Maharani Ristorante Indiano

Address: Via Giuseppe Verdi, 97, 30171 Mestre, Venezia VE, Italy

Website: Maharani Ristorante Indiano

Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 12pm - 2:30pm, 7pm - 11pm; Mon - Fri: 7pm - 10:45pm

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3. Gandhi, Pisa

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Posted by Ristorante Indiano Gandhi Pisa on Monday, 11 November 2019

For high-quality food that doesn’t burn a hole in your pocket, for food that tastes like a home-cooked meal, for authentic Indian dishes made with love, head on over to Gandhi in Pisa. This restaurant specialises in combining Italian wine with Indian food - a first indeed. So, if you’re in the mood to enjoy a glass of wine and your favourite curry, this is the place to go. The chicken tikka masala and the chicken korma are delicious. You should also try the dal tadka and the vegetable samosas.

Gandhi

Address: Via Massimo D'Azeglio, 17, 56125 Pisa PI, Italy

Website: Gandhi

Opening hours: 11am - 11pm (daily)

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4. Namaste, Pisa

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Namaste is an Indian restaurant located in Pisa that is an absolutely crowd favourite. If you want to enjoy an authentic Indian meal served in typical copper and brass utensils, then you must eat at this place. The servings are generous, the taste is impeccable and everything on the menu is amazing. While the place has a very casual vibe and is not very fancy, the food here makes it worth the visit. You must try the paneer tikka masala, the chicken tikka masala and the mutton curry.

Namaste

Address: Via Antonio Ceci, 56, 56125 Pisa PI, Italy

Website: Namaste

Opening hours: 11:30am - 3pm, 7pm - 12am (daily)

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5. Himalaya Palace, Rome

Posted by Himalaya Palace Indian Cuisine on Tuesday, 6 December 2016

Himalaya Palace is one of the best Indian restaurants in all of Rome. It is a very casual eatery decorated with Indian artefacts and bright wallpaper. The atmosphere is very pleasant and the staff is very friendly, so you can always ask your server to recommend something off the menu. You can either choose from a set menu which has entrees, main course, accompaniments and dessert or you can choose from the ala carte menu. The meat curries and the dal makhani are the most recommended dishes here.

Himalaya Palace

Address: Circonvallazione Gianicolense, 277, 00152 Roma RM, Italy

Website: Himalaya Palace

Opening hours: Mon: 7pm - 11:30m; Tue - Sun: 12:30m - 3pm, 7pm - 11:30pm

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6. Krishna13, Rome

Posted by Krishna 13 on Thursday, 14 March 2013

Krishna13 in Rome is an amazing restaurant that serves some tasty and authentic Indian food. As soon as you walk in, you’re going to see regal decor, Indian artwork and some traditional sculptures, all of which really adds to the ambience of the place. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Located in the heart of the city, this restaurant is pretty central too. The matter panner, madras chicken, Hyderabadi biryani and the heartwarming dal tadka are some of the most popular dishes here.

Krishna13

Address: Via Foscolo, 13, 00185 Roma RM, Italy

Website: Krishna13

Opening hours: 12pm - 3pm, 7:30pm - 11pm (daily)

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7. Indian Affairs, Rome

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If you’re looking for some simple but really delicious Indian food which tastes just like a home-cooked meal, then head on over to Indian Affairs. While the vibe may be casual and the place looks very simple, this is one of the best Indian restaurants in Rome. The tandoori chicken here is really good, make sure you try it with the accompanying green chutney. The butter chicken and the garlic naan are really good too.

Indian Affairs

Address: Via Palermo, 6/b, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

Website: Indian Affairs

Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 12pm - 3pm, 7pm - 12am (closed on Mon)

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8. Rangoli, Milan

Posted by Rangoli on Friday, 6 December 2019

If you’re looking for an Indian restaurant in Milan, then you must check out Rangoli. This place is brightly decorated with various sculptures and carved statues, giving it a very Indian touch. The food here is outstanding - you must try the chicken tikka, the tandoori roti, the malai kofta and the madras chicken curry. if you’re looking for something vegetarian, the vegetarian tandoori platter and the paneer makhani are amazing! P.S: even the mixed vegetable pakoras and prawn pakoras are very good.

Rangoli

Address: Via Solferino, 36, 20121 Milano MI, Italy

Website: Rangoli

Opening hours: 12:15am - 2:45pm, 7:15pm - 11:15pm (daily)

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9. Haveli, Florence

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Posted by Haveli Ristorante Indiano on Monday, 23 December 2019

Haveli in Florence is the oldest Indian restaurants in the city. And we all know, old is gold, The food here is made using ancient recipes which have been passed down from generations, making the food here delicious and cooked to perfection. The ambience of the place is very posh, with modern interiors and chic decor, you’ll love the dining experience here. You must try the shahi panner, the goat seekh, and garlic naan.

Haveli

Address: Viale Rosselli Fratelli, 50144 Firenze FI, Italy

Website: Haveli

Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 12pm - 2:30pm, 7:30pm - 11:30pm (closed on Mon)

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10. Sarla, Milan

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Posted by Sarla Ristorante Indiano on Saturday, 27 February 2016

Sarla in Milan is known for two things - its authentic Indian curries and the fun dance events hosted here. This is a very casual eatery, so as long as you’re in the mood for good food and a clean restaurant, this place will be perfect for you. The tandoori dishes served here are the main speciality. Even the malai kofta and dal tadka are amazing! Even the cheese naan is really good. If you’re in the mood for dessert, you must try the mouth-watering mango mousse.

Sarla

Address: Via Stampa, 4, 20123 Milano MI, Italy

Website: Sarla

Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 7pm - 10:30pm; Mon - Fri: 12pm - 2:30pm, 7pm - 10:30pm

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Which one do you like?

After eating pizza and risotto, and antipasti for a while, everyone needs a change of cuisine. If you’re looking for something completely different and absolutely delicious, then you should head over to one of the best Indian restaurants in Italy and order your favourite dish!

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