Best Indian Food in Scottsdale: 8 Restaurants
Biryani, tandoori, dosa and modern Indian
- No. 1Full bar
- No. 4Vegetarian, vegan and GF labels
- No. 8Extensive menu
By John Apolinar
The best Indian food in Scottsdale is spread from Old Town to the far north end, and there's a lot more range than people expect. These are the eight places I'd point you to, whether you want a modern night out or a big plate of biryani.
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Ranked by Scottsdale Scoop10885 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Scottsdale
Curries Indian Cuisine and Bar
Indian restaurant with a full bar Curries pairs Indian classics with a full bar and four signature cocktails, including the Flamingo Mango made with real mango.
The short list: Full barSignature cocktailsFrank Lloyd Wright Blvd.
6208 N Scottsdale Rd, Paradise Valley (Lincoln Village)
INDIBAR
Modern Indian INDIBAR is in the Lincoln Village Shopping Center on Scottsdale Road, technically in Paradise Valley. It blends Indian tradition with modern creativity and has a happy hour.
The short list: Modern IndianHappy hourLincoln Village.
4225 N Craftsman Ct, Old Town
Taj Mahal Restaurant & Lounge
Taj Mahal is a longtime Indian restaurant tucked into Craftsman Court in Old Town. It's been named to Top 100 Restaurants in the Valley lists.
The short list: Old Town locationLoungeLongtime favorite.
10434 E Jomax Rd, North Scottsdale
Vilvas Indian Cuisine
North Scottsdale Indian Vilvas is up on Jomax and labels vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes on its menu. Reviewers rave about the masala dosa and garlic naan.
The short list: Vegetarian, vegan and GF labelsHappy hourMasala dosa.
20851 N Scottsdale Rd #102, North Scottsdale
Namaste Indian Restaurant
Neighborhood Indian Namaste is a neighborhood Indian spot on North Scottsdale Road with online ordering for pickup.
The short list: Online orderingNorth ScottsdaleCasual.
17025 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale
Peacock Indian Bar & Grill
Indian bar and grill Peacock is known for tandoori lamb chops and butter chicken, and it does Wine Wednesday with live music.
The short list: Tandoori lamb chopsWine WednesdayLive music.
16495 N Scottsdale Rd #105, Scottsdale
Hyderabad House Scottsdale
Hyderabad House is the biryani specialist on this list, part of a small Arizona group with another location in Chandler.
The short list: Biryani focusOnline orderingNorth Scottsdale Road.
15689 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale
Veda Indian Cuisine
Indian with catering Veda is on Hayden and offers dine-in, delivery and catering from a big menu.
The short list: Extensive menuCateringDelivery.
The method
How I picked these
Each restaurant has its own website with a current address, and I cross-checked it against Yelp or Google. One pick, INDIBAR, is technically in Paradise Valley right on the Scottsdale border, and I note that.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best modern Indian restaurant near Scottsdale?
INDIBAR on Scottsdale Road (in Paradise Valley's Lincoln Village) blends Indian tradition with a modern take.
Where can I get biryani in Scottsdale?
Hyderabad House on North Scottsdale Road is the biryani specialist on this list.
Is there Indian food in North Scottsdale?
Yes. Vilvas on Jomax, Namaste, Peacock and Veda are all in North Scottsdale.
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