Looking for a yummy Indian meal near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Indian restaurants around Berkeley, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. Udupi Palace
Topping the list is Udupi Palace. Located at 1903 University Ave. (between Martin Luther King Jr Way and Bonita Avenue) in Downtown Berkeley, the Indian and vegetarian spot is the highest-rated affordable Indian restaurant in Berkeley, boasting four stars out of 697 reviews on Yelp.
"We are known for our variety of Dosa and Uthappams," it notes on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties.
Spiced lentil soup, spinach masala and vegetable curry are also on offer.
2. Kabana Restaurant
Next up is Kabana Restaurant, situated at 1025 University Ave. With four stars out of 694 reviews on Yelp, the Indian and Pakistani spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option. Try the lamb curry with a mild sauce, or the naan bread stuffed with garlic.
Yelper W L., who reviewed Kabana Restaurant on Aug. 16, wrote, "My favorite dishes here are either chicken or goat curry and aloo gobi. Chai is brewed nicely. Price and portions [are] reasonable."
Yelper Chandrika B. wrote, "Loved their chicken tikka masala (not spicy but definitely flavorful). One portion can serve two. We also tried lamb seekh kebab (spicy) and loved it with naan."
3. Momo Masalas
Momo Masalas, an Indian and Asian fusion spot, is another affordable go-to, with four stars out of 137 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2505 Hearst Ave., Suite B (between Euclid and Le Roy avenues) to see for yourself. Try the vegetable samosas served with basmati rice and pickles or the pan-fried chicken momo with lentil.
The business specializes in "varieties of Indian dishes and Nepalese dishes," it states on Yelp in the section explaining specialties.
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