Indian Restaurants in Iowa (IA)

Indian Tadka     » Directions & Maps

Samosas, Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Amritsari Chhole, Naan Breads, Raita, Chutney, Basmati Rice and Gulab Jamuns
280 W Hickman Rd Waukee, Iowa 50263
Phone: 515 987 3165

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Delhicacy     » Directions & Maps

Chana Salad, Khichdi, Korma Pasta, Butter Chicken, Veg. Fried Rice, Pav Bhaji, Choley Bhature, Garlic Naan, Basmari Rice
921 Blairs Ferry Rd NE #150 Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
Phone: 319 320 7345

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India Cafe     » Directions & Maps

saag paneer, naan, chicken tikka masala, samosa, garlic naan, mix pakora
50 W Burlington Ave Fairfield, Iowa 52556
Phone: 641 472 1792

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Haveli Indian Cuisine     » Directions & Maps

Informal place with a weekday lunch buffet offering a typical range of traditional Indian dishes.
943 25th Ave Coralville, Iowa 52241
Phone: 319 359 1744

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Bawarchi Indian Grill & Bar     » Directions & Maps

    Bawarchi Indian Grill & Bar Coupon
Aloo pulao, dragon shrimp, samosa, karivepaaku gobi, guntur veg dumplings
6630 Mills Civic Pkwy Ste 3102 West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
Phone: 515 690 6099

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Zaika Indian Restaurant     » Directions & Maps

Biryanis, curries & other classic Indian fare offered in an easygoing space with a lunch buffet.
3209 Henry St SW Bondurant, Iowa 50035
Phone: 515 214 1460

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Persis Biryani Indian Grill     » Directions & Maps

Traditional North & South Indian dishes offered in a casual, contemporary space.
6925 Mills Civic Pkwy #142 West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
Phone: 515 777 1803

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Shahi Palace : India Grill     » Directions & Maps

All entrees are Gluten Free
3146 Singing Hills Blvd Sioux City, Iowa 51106
Phone: 712 266 3826

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Persis biryani indian grill     » Directions & Maps

Traditional North & South Indian dishes offered in a casual, contemporary space.
4862 1st Ave NE Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
Phone: 319 826 2000

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Exotic India     » Directions & Maps

Cozy, colorful option for curries, tandoori fare & traditional Indian cuisine, plus a lunch buffet.
102 2nd Ave B Coralville, Iowa 52241
Phone: 319 354 4710

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Desi Bites     » Directions & Maps

Traditional North & South Indian dishes offered in a casual, contemporary space.
3828 100th St Urbandale, Iowa 50322
Phone: 515 528 7474

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Masala Indian Cuisine     » Directions & Maps

carefully sourced Indian cooking, with meat & vegetarian options & a lunch buffet.
9 S Dubuque St Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Phone: 319 338 6199

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Mantra Indian Cuisine & Spirits     » Directions & Maps

Homey Indian joint offering curries & other standards, plus a lunch buffet in a laid-back ambiance.
220 N Harrison St Davenport, Iowa 52801
Phone: 563 424 5500

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Taste Of India     » Directions & Maps

Large plates of Indian staples served in a peaceful setting with a lunchtime buffet.
1060 Old Marion Rd NE Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
Phone: 319 294 6999

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Incredible India     » Directions & Maps

non spicy Indian styled food, rice pudding, mango pudding, and dough balls in syrup.
6301 University Ave ste 1210 Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613
Phone: 319 260 2315

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Flavors Of India     » Directions & Maps

contemporary Indian cuisine with a variety of street dishes
2660 E 53rd St Davenport, Iowa 52807
Phone: 563 359 6972

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Chowrastha Indian Grill & Eatery     » Directions & Maps

Elevate your party vibe with your favourite menu
5910 Ashworth Rd West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
Phone: 515 348 1054

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The Spice of India     » Directions & Maps

Aparagus Soup, Chana Masala, Shahi PAneer, Zucchini Sauteed, Green Sinach, Turmeric Rice, Paratha, Rose Lassi
2094 185th St Highway Fairfield, Iowa 52556
Phone: 641 451 1453

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India Cafe     » Directions & Maps

Indian breads, vegetarian dishes, rice specialties, seafood dishes, tandoori shan, chicken dishes, lamb dishes
227 E Washington St Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Phone: 319 354 2775

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Mirch Masala Grill     » Directions & Maps

Offering a buffet at lunch, this relaxed eatery serves traditional Pakistani curries & grilled fare.
911 W 23rd St Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613
Phone: 319 277 3227

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Lzaza Indo-Pak Cuisine     » Directions & Maps

Modest Indian food, including vegetarian options, plus a lunch buffet.
1409 23rd St Des Moines, Iowa 50311
Phone: 515 381 1121

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India Star     » Directions & Maps

North Indian standards on a lunch buffet & an � la carte dinner dinner menu plus beer & wine.
5514 Douglas avenue Des Moines, Iowa 50310
Phone: 515 279 2118

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Paradise Indian Grill     » Directions & Maps

Traditional and Fusion Indian Recipes. Taste them all to appreciate our wonderful chefs
1950 Blairs Ferry Rd #114 Hiawatha, Iowa 52233
Phone: 319 318 2070

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Spice Pot     » Directions & Maps

Breads & Biryani, tasty Indian food and veggie choices
2731 100th St Urbandale, Iowa 50322
Phone: 515 278 5813

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Indian food for beginners! what to order?

One thing you have to remember about Indian food is that it is not a generic cuisine. It is intensely regional (north indian, south indian, bengali, kerala, goan) and what you should order should correspond with the regionality of the restaurant you are at! If you are a first timer, go easy on spice - mild.

Appetizer's

Assorted appetizer sampler is fail proof
tandoori chicken (bbq), paneer pakoras (veg), kababs, seek kabobs, veggie samosas, tiger prawns

Non Vegetarian Indian Food

chicken tikka masala, butter chicken (makhani chicken), tandoori dishes, Mutton Rogan Josh, chicken biryani, goan vindaloo

Vegetarian India Food / Vegan Food

saag paneer, malai kofta, palak paneer, gobi manchurian, chickpeas, baingan bharta, matar paneer, aloo matar

Chaat Places (Indian Street Food)

vada pav, pani puri, bhel puri, dahi puri, dosa, idli, dahi vadas, uttapams, mysore masala dosa

Vegan Food

Naan bread in indianrestaurants is likely be made with yogurt
onion or cauliflower or okra bhajis, vegetable samosas and vegetable pakoras are all vegan. vegetable curry, veggie vindaloo, chana masala/chole, sambar, vegetable biryani are other options

Gluten Free Options

Tandoori chicken, fish, and shrimp are almost always gluten-free, Indian spices are gluten free, with the exception of something called "hing", Always ask for Gluten Free Menu to be on the safe side.