January's cool, damp evenings are exactly when a plate of curry and warm naan hits hardest, so this Indian list earns heavy use this time of year. Our Peninsula picks pull from the kitchens we trust most, seeded by Michelin-noted rooms and the spots our review team has featured, then rounded out with the favorites readers bookmark.
We at Outside Eats build these lists from firsthand knowledge, starting with the restaurants that have earned recognition and filling out the map with dependable favorites across the Peninsula. Indian cooking here goes far beyond the familiar, with South Indian dosas, Indo-Chinese plates, biryani, and regional home cooking all well represented, and vegetarians especially well served.
Whether you want a fast weekday thali or a full spread of curries and breads for the table, our picks cover the range. Use the city sections below to find great Indian near you, and open any restaurant for photos, hours, and directions. On a gray January night, few things beat it.
The Best Indian Restaurants in San Mateo
The Best Indian Restaurants in Burlingame
The Best Indian Restaurants in Mountain View
The Best Indian Restaurants in Palo Alto
The Best Indian Restaurants in Half Moon Bay
The Best Indian Restaurants in Los Altos
The Best Indian Restaurants in Menlo Park
The Best Indian Restaurants in Foster City
The Best Indian Restaurants in Millbrae
The Best Indian Restaurants in Pacifica
The Best Indian Restaurants in Redwood City
The Best Indian Restaurants in San Bruno
The Best Indian Restaurants in San Carlos
Looking for more? Browse all Indian restaurants on the Peninsula.
