Go for the spiritual sights and sounds of the Hare Krishna Temple, and stay for the excellent barbecue tofu. Peruse the daily lunch and dinner buffet line at Govinda’s and find plenty of tasty meatless options, but visit on Sunday, Wednesday or Friday for a pure vegan menu. Call (832) 831-9951 for curbside pick-up or find Govinda’s on UberEats.

Chef and owner Sheel Joshi draws inspiration from his Indo-European upbringing to create a thoughtfully prepared menu of honest and traditional North Indian food. The menu at Surya is approachable, with recognizable options like tandoori Chilean seabass and mint chicken. Definitely try the saucy and vividly spiced chicken Mangalorean, Joshi’s prized protein dish. Find Surya India on Grubhub and UberEats.

Prefer Indian food on a pizza? Get exactly that — and more — at Bombay Pizza Co. where saag paneer and Bombay BBQ are the norm as far as pizza toppings go. Score kati rolls here, too. The popular Indian street food-inspired sandwiches which wrap meat within a doughy paratha are a hot item during the power-lunch push. Find Bombay Pizza Co. on Grubhub.

Indulge at this destination restaurant at the Galleria with a stunning vibe and wide-reaching menu.

Traditional panipuri is transformed into a whimsical set-up with a variety of flavors, the coconut and lentil soup boasts bright pops of color and during Sunday brunch, there is the option to opt for the chef’s six-course tasting menu. A full feast for the senses, the eyes are meant to eat first here. Call (713) 242-8087 for curbside pick-up or find Musaafer on UberEats.

As the name suggests, the special of the house at this fast-casual Hyderabi eatery is biryani, a hearty dish of Basmati rice slow-cooked with meat, vegetables and fragrant spices. There’s lots to pair your rice with — chicken tikka, saag paneer (or creamed spinach) and daal (or boiled lentils) are also all on the menu here. Find Biryani Pot on DoorDash.

Decades-old Narin’s Bombay Brasserie is an iconic family-owned concept which has earned a distinguished reputation among the South Asian community for its popular Uptown location and event catering. Find a buzzy lunch crowd and a more formal dinner affair. Pro tip: try the lamb chops marinated in yogurt, ginger and herbs. Find Narin’s Bombay Brasserie on DoorDash and UberEats.

This River Oaks mainstay is known for its no-fuss menu of North Indian and Pakistani dishes. Start things off with potatoes and peas-stuffed samosas and follow it up with fiery lamb vindaloo, a cult classic. Kick a meal up a notch by adding bullet naan, spiced with hot onions and chilies.

Chef Kiran Verma brings a wealth of talent and tradition to this elegant Indian restaurant, which boasts a sophisticated menu of dishes like Texas tandoori quail stuffed with chicken keema, and seafood curry spiked with coconut and tamarind. After a recent renovation and the acquisition of a neighboring space which houses double wood-burning pizza ovens, the menu now also features a long list of pies like the tandoori chicken alfredo and the apple fennel chicken. Find Kiran’s on DoorDash. 

For decades, this restaurant has been a dependable go-to for a hefty spread during its lunch buffet and an intimate and cozy experience with table service during dinner. Vegan options are aplenty, too — lentils, cauliflower Manchurian, spiced garbanzo peas, spiced potatoes and vegetable curry are all on the menu here. Find India’s on Grubhub, DoorDash and UberEats.

Tucked among the clothing shops and spice stores in Little India, Shri Balaji Bhavan is a quick, counter-service café where you can dine-in or grab snacks and sweets to-go. Known for its South Indian vegetarian street eats, dishes are prepared to order and range from small bites like samosa chaat to dosa with chutney. Find Shri Balaji Bhavan on Grubhub, UberEats and DoorDash.

Discover street food deliciousness all while basking in the magic of Bollywood at this hidden gem in the heart of Little India. The cinema-themed dining space is lined wall-to-wall with Bollywood movie posters and soundtracked with music from decades-old films. Order at the counter and enjoy snacks like pani puri, samosas, and chili paneer in a hurry. Find Chowpatty Chat Co. on Grubhub.

This longstanding Indian restaurant boasts a full-range of Indian delicacies from fried vegetable pakora appetizers to comforting kheer ,a traditional rice pudding dessert that’s made with nuts, raisins, and cardamom. Try a little bit of everything during the lunch buffet for under $12. Find Shiva Indian Restaurant on Grubhub and UberEats.

Pretty much everything on the menu is worth trying at this much-lauded, no-frills café tightly tucked in the center of a retail strip within the Mahatma Gandhi District (a.k.a Little India), but for those in the know — the Himalaya fried chicken is a must, and you can pair it with your wine of choice. Note: Himalaya is BYOB only.

Inspired by the dimly lit pubs of Great Britain, this hideaway among the shops at Little India is a festive place for eating and drinking. Here, you can pair fish tikka and house chili fries with a cocktail, or lounge at the bar with lamb kebabs while watching the game. Find London Sizzler on DoorDash or UberEats.

The word “buffet” is given new meaning at this bottomless dining-experience where all guests eat like royalty. Wait staff bring an array of Rajasthani and Gujarati dishes directly to each table, placing items on thalis — lunch platters with a variety of sections — allowing guests to eat to their heart’s content. Eat until you pop, but know before you go: all dishes are meatless. Dine-in, take a thali to-go or find Maharaja Bhog on DoorDash for delivery.

The menu at Aga’s is vast — chicken lollipops, beef kababs and goat vindaloo are among the options — and all are made with 100% halal meat. Food too hot to handle? There are plenty of house-made cold drinks, like mango lassi and mint lemonade, to help beat the heat. Find Aga’s Restaurant on DoorDash.