Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Indian restaurants around Columbia, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fill the bill.
1. Chutney Indian Restaurant
Topping the list is Chutney Indian Restaurant. Located at 9400 Snowden River Pkwy., the Indian and buffet spot is the highest rated Indian restaurant in Columbia, boasting 4.5 stars out of 453 reviews on Yelp.
This spot offers a wide selection of chicken, lamb, seafood and vegetarian dishes, including breads baked in a clay oven.
Look for the aloo paratha, a whole‐wheat bread stuffed with spiced potatoes.
Yelper Taylor P. wrote, "Chutney is clean, consistently delicious and staffed by some amazing people."
2. Curry & Kabob
Next up is Curry & Kabob, situated at 10451 Twin Rivers Road. With 4.5 stars out of 198 reviews on Yelp, the Indian eatery has proven to be a local favorite.
Specializing in Indian and Nepalese cuisine, this restaurant offers a wide range of chicken, seafood and rice dishes.
Joe S. wrote, "I had the chicken korma — a boneless chicken dish simmered in mild cashew sauce and topped with raisins and cashews — which is my test dish for every Indian restaurant, and it passes."
3. Mint Indian Cuisine & Lounge
Mint Indian Cuisine & Lounge, located at 12447 Clarksville Pike, Suite 1E, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cocktail bar, lounge and Indian spot 4.5 stars out of 124 reviews.
This establishment offers a diverse selection of both vegetable and meat dishes, along with a full bar.
Yelpers rave about its goat biryani, a baked casserole with goat, saffron nuts and raisins.
Kendoll C. wrote, "Good quantity of food. Authentic taste. Fresh ingredients. Unique spices."
4. Kabob Connection
Kabob Connection, an Afghan, Persian/Iranian and Indian eatery, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 99 Yelp reviews. Head over to 10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy. to see for yourself.
This restaurant, located in the Mall in Columbia, offers traditional kebab sandwiches, platters and salads.
Look for the spicy ground chicken sandwich wrapped in a pita with onions, tomatoes, lettuce, feta cheese and tzatziki sauce.
Yelp reviewer Melanie J. said, "If you want good, quick service with quality food, this is the place."
5. House of India
Finally, there's House of India, a local favorite with four stars out of 189 reviews. Stop by 9350 Snowden River Pkwy., Suite F2, to hit up the Indian eatery the next time you're looking to satisfy your cravings.
On the menu, there's a wide range of chicken, lamb and vegetarian delicacies.
Look for the tandoori chicken marinated in yogurt, ginger, garlic and other spices.
Bonus points? House of India's chef, Shyam Prakash, has even cooked for former President Bill Clinton, according to its website.
