Best Indian Restaurants in Kuching

Located within the Kuching city at a strategic location, The King's Curry spots a classy interior with good ambience. It is a good place to hang out and chat with friends as they have a live band at night. The staffs are enthusiastic and friendly. They are ready to cater to your needs such as making your food less spicy or vegetarian. The menu is extensive and the food comes in a huge portion. Munch on some Periak (deep fried bitter gourd slices) while you wait for your food. They are famed for their Cheese Naan which is fluffy and filled to the brim with melted cheese.

Tandoori Palace is a funky looking Indian Restaurant with a spacious terrace covered in a red and orange umbrella like structure. The décor of the shop is simple with red walls and is air-conditioned. Customers have a choice between an Indian buffet and the ala carte menu. All the ingredients used are directly imported from India to ensure the authenticity of taste. The naan is soft but crispy while the Masala Chai (tea) comes in a satisfying portion. They also serve beer and other kinds of alcohol, but you would have to drink it at the terrace as the shop owner intends to maintain the interior of the restaurant as halal

Located in the centre of the Kuching Town, Lyn’s Thandoori Restaurant serves authentic north Indian cuisine to the both the locals and tourists. The owner is known to be extremely friendly and often hangs around to chat with his patrons and the staffs are friendly and attentive. The menu is huge, featuring all kinds of meat and fish. There is also a lot of vegetarian options. The curry there is well-flavoured with spice and appetizing while the naan is fluffy and warm. If you are craving for alcohol, they have an extensive list of wine and also beer available.

This humble looking eatery is decorated in a nondescript manner with bulky marble tables, wooden chairs and rattling ceiling fans. There is nothing in the decor that indicates that it is an Indian Restaurant. However, the food speaks a different story. They have an extensive menu that caters to all tastes and offers great value for money. There are a lot of vegetarian options such as Palak Paneer and mamak-style food such as Maggie Goreng and Roti Pisang available. Their Tandoori Chicken is juicy and tender, going perfectly with their crispy but fluffy Naan. The Mango Lassi has a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness. The servers are friendly and attentive, but patrons would have to wait a while for their food as everything is cooked fresh.

This Indian Muslim restaurant is nestled in Jalan Pandungan. They serve authentic South Indian fare, with a wide variety of dishes placed on a buffet-style table. The owner and staffs are friendly and attentive and does not mind introducing every single dish to help with your selection. Their Briyani Rice is well-flavoured with spices and perfectly fluffy. The fried fish is fresh and crunchy on the outside while their vegetable are cooked in an authentic manner similar to the ones in India. Despite being placed outside, the staffs make sure to take care that the food served is still warm. While you are here, do also try there Three Layered Kuching Tea which will leave you craving for more.

Famed for its Nasi Briyani, this halal coffee shop has been around for quite some time. It is strategically located at the city centre and is just a short walk from the Basaga Residence. The interior of the restaurant is clean and the staffs are attentive. The rice is soft and fluffy with just the right amount of spices. Do pair your rice with their Honey Chicken Dish, which consists of juicy and tender chicken marinated in fragrant honey. It is also good with their crunchy Fried Chicken. Do also sample their Indian Rojak, which is laden with fried bean curd, potato, prawns and hard-boiled eggs.

Ammah Curry House is housed in a red and white colonial-style building and is favoured by many locals. They are famed for their Tosai, which is soft and thin with a tangy taste. One bite will leave you coming back for more. Their Roti Canai Banana Cheese is also delectable, with the fluffy bread filled to the brim with melted cheese and bits of banana. Do sample their Ayam Masala, a perfect blend of butter and spices which goes well with the soft pieces of chicken. Last but not least, pair your meal with a glass of Teh C Peng.