The title of “the best Indian restaurant in Virginia Beach” may be different for those who truly know and love Indian food. However, there are some great choices in this seaside city, where dining out may promise views as well as tasty and delicious fare. Located on Chesapeake Bay as well as the Atlantic, tourists as well as locals flock to Virginia Beach restaurants, especially the Indian choices.
Masala Bites
2133 Upton Dr #128, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Top awards go to this restaurant, which won “Award of Excellence” from Wine Spectator every year since 2013. Delightful dishes and an atmosphere that invites are part of its place as one of the favorite Indian restaurants in Virginia Beach.
One of the lamb or chicken curry dishes served alongside fluffy soft naan might be your choice. You can also find samosas and a variety of wines and beers. Don’t miss the dessert. They serve lunch, brunch and dinner. Find Indian street food if that is your craving. You might agree that it’s one of the top Indian restaurants in Virginia Beach.
Nawab Indian Cuisine
756 First Colonial Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
With a North Indian flare, influenced by the Mughals, Nawab serves these dishes that have traditional preparation. Find non-vegetarian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free food items on the menu.
Located in a shopping center, it might be the ideal spot to dine after a day of busy shopping. The restaurant closes on Thursday. They also have a location in Norfolk as well as other areas.
Saffron Indian Bistro
6702, 4532 Columbus St, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Don’t like your food hot? Saffron Bistro can customize the taste of their dishes, cooling them down for you. They can tame it without sacrificing the delectable taste of the dish. Authentic Indian fare is on their menu as cumin, mustard seeds, turmeric, saffron, fenugreek, coriander, red chili powder, asafetida, anise seeds, bay leaves, green cardamom, whole black cardamom, cloves, cinnamon and more provide the true delight of Indian food.
Nearby Norfolk Indian Choices
A short drive to Norfolk expands your choices of Indian restaurants in Virginia Beach. You may need to go into the city for business or work. Norfolk is just 24 miles from Virginia Beach; there are a host of Indian restaurants there as well. Chesapeake also has a notable Indian restaurant and is 28 miles from Virginia Beach.
Rasoi IV Authentic Indian Cuisine, Chesapeake
1437 Sam’s Dr #124, Chesapeake, VA 23320
In Hindi, Rasoi means kitchen. Home-style food with authentic flavor reigns here. They serve curries in the home-style manner; portion size is very good, so you won’t leave hungry. Enjoy the upscale decor that relaxes you and makes you want to linger longer with your friends or family.
Tamarind Restaurant, Norfolk
415 N. Military Highway, Suite #27, Norfolk, VA
Find Indian and Pakistani food at this popular spot. Enjoy your favorites, such as chicken biryani, samosa chaat, pav bhaji, khaman dhokla and more. They have a unique street food menu and dishes from throughout the country.
The stunning ambiance, along with the food, will have you returning for more.
Rajput Indian Cuisine, Norfolk
742 W 21st St, Norfolk, VA 23517
Go here for the lunch buffet, order in or have the food by delivery to your home. Indian road-side dishes are a specialty, but you’ll also find ‘tandoori specialties’, vegan dishes, desserts, kids’ menu, wine and drinks and much more.
Biryani Hub, Norfolk
5745 E Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk
Available for takeout and delivery. Chicken biryani is one of the favorites here.
FAQ
Masala Bites uses a delivery service and is very popular. Nawab Indian Cuisine also delivers.
This will depend on your taste, but Masala Bites has won praise from many sources. They also have an “Award of Excellence” from Wine Spectator Magazine.
Saffron Indian Bistro has won 4 stars from its reviewers.
Tripadvisor lists three, as mentioned above. There are more in nearby Norfolk, however.
