We are New India Family
OUR STORYEstablished in 1970 by the visionary Mr. Sikander Lal Kumar, New India Restaurant carries forward a legacy of excellence in Indian cuisine. With a rich history that began with iconic restaurants like Delhi Dabar and The Palace in New Delhi, our tradition of culinary excellence continues in Columbus, Ohio. Chef Sunita Malhotra, the founder’s daughter, brings over 35 years of expertise, meticulously recreating the vibrant flavors of India in every dish.
Awards
Recognized Excellence in Indian Cuisine
At New India Restaurant, we’re proud to be recognized for our dedication to authenticity and excellence. Our awards reflect our commitment to providing our guests with the highest quality food and service. Join us to experience award-winning Indian cuisine in the heart of Columbus, Ohio..Google Reviews
Love the Buffet on weekends! Sunita the chef knows how to add the nuance. I've been here 3 times now, and many more will happen in the future!
Had the lunch buffet today. The food was good but even though the restaurant was crowded at least 4 of the dishes were basically completely empty for the entire time we were there. My wife and I were there from 12:45 to about 1:25 so not exactly the tail end of the buffet. There really is no excuse for that. The staff is not waiting tables so what other work do they really have to do? There were fewer dishes available than either Clove or Amul and while it was good, I don't think we will go back. Plenty of other Indian in the area and empty food trays during the prime time of the buffet are one of my pet peeves.
Nice place when you get inside. There was only one other couple there yet service was very slow. Flies around are table as we were eating which took longer than it should have since hardly anyone else was there. Garlic Nona bread was great. However will not return
Lunch Veg Thali was excellent. Some of the best Dal I've ever had. Good portions and the included laasi was a nice touch. I highly recommend.Updated still good.
The non-veg dishes were good compared to veg dishes. Service were good too
The best lunch buffe I had in columbus , authentic taste with huge selection of best dishes. Really enjoyed time with my family. Thank you, guys, for the tastiest food
Food was great, service took a bit but was still kind and good. 9/10 would come again
We were sat quickly and provided with great customer service. Our food was brought quickly and was very flavorful. Great spot would recommend
Always an fantastic time, and the food is incredible! 😁And the buffet is back!! ❤️
The food was great and spice was on point a great family business and chef Sunita was great and also the customer service with Ravi had helped me accommodate me and my guests
Went for the buffet and food was really good!! They also had a wide selection of deserts which was really nice. Our waiter was very attentive and overall, it was a great vibe.
This restaurant was excellent! Great and fast service, fresh and delicious food (had the buffet and it did not disappoint), and a comfortable atmosphere. Definitely would come again!
Seeing all these reviews, I thought they might have great authentic Indian food. It is unfortunately deceiving, especially for someone who knows Indian food. I was disappointed by the representation, quantity, and taste. The dishes didn’t look appealing at all, the chicken biryani should be called fried rice because it was sticky and had vegetable, not to mention the cubed peaces of chicken. For the price you pay, the quantity is very small unless you are using fresh ingredients which they didn’t. Overall, I will say the service was good but the food was a disaster.
I had the non vegetarian Thali and it was delicious. Very good flavor. We were hoping for the buffet but it was only on the weekends. I can only imagine how good the buffet would be on the weekends.
No buffet during the week. Food was very, very good. We've tried a number of different Indian places over the years and the taste of the dishes were exceptional. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Portion sizes were about half of what we're used to at about a 1/3 more per dish but the taste was better for sure. Will likely be back to try the buffet on the weekends.
Delicious and so many amazing flavors!! First time here and can't wait to come back! Amazing service and fun atmosphere!
This place was a great lunch place where the staff was super nice and helpful with ordering. Such good flavor and the perfect amount of spice for any person
Food is so amazing!!! Everything on the menu is on point. Great value and serving size. Server was friendly and knowledgeable about food and suggestions.
They thought I couldn't handle the spice. Lol too hot 🔥🥵 nah just right
Have been on the hunt for a good Indian restaurant in Columbus for a while. Have just found it. Food is flavorful and curries are complex, Chicken Tikka was so tender. Service was so friendly, and restaurant is clean and pleasant. Can't wait to come back.
New India is without a doubt the best Indian restaurant in Columbus! I’ve probably been here 20 times and I’ve literally never had a bad meal. I’ve had almost everything on the vegetarian menu and it’s all incredible…the best I’ve ever had! Everything is always hot and fresh, and the service is unbeatable…everyone is so kind and accommodating, it’s almost like having a home cooked meal made by a warm and inviting family! They clearly value their repeat customers and always make you feel welcome…can’t recommend enough!
We went to New India Restaurant today,We ordered Goat and Lamb with meals and also samosa the foods was really delicious and my favorite Nan is great ! The restaurant was very clean and Good service 👍
Although not an expert on Indian food, I have eaten it for twenty four years at various Indian restaurants around America and this one is good.They don't offer their buffet Monday through Thursday, but something similar that you can order for $17-18 is the Thali.This is a Sampler platter that has about 10 items.I came to there buffet about once a week from 2011-2019, it was always excellent.
Best Indian in Columbus! I've been coming here for many years. The food is consistently great! Buffet is back open on Fri & Sat.
A Google User
08:05 26 Sep 24
absolutely delicious food, thank you!
As a newcomer to Columbus, I often rely on Google reviews to choose restaurants. Based on the great reviews, I decided to try New India Restaurant. Yesterday, I visited their lunch buffet and was impressed by the authenticity of each dish. I sampled everything, and the chicken biryani stood out with spices infused into every piece of chicken. The naan bread was soft and delicious, pairing perfectly with the goat curry, which was tender and juicy. The spinach-paneer was excellent, and the crunchy vegetable pakoras were a must-try. There’s a lot to enjoy, making it well worth your time and money.The restaurant was very clean, and the ambiance was pleasant. Upon entering, I was greeted and guided to my table, which I appreciated. There’s ample parking available. I also had the chance to speak with the owner, who is the third-generation owner/operator of the restaurant. She mentioned that New India Restaurant was established in 1970 by her grant parents and has been running successfully ever since, which is a testament to their consistent quality. For comparison, Walmart was established in 1962 and Starbucks in 1971. Kudos to the New India team!
I recently visited New Indian Restaurant in Columbus for their buffet, and it was a truly pleasant experience. The buffet offered a wide variety of authentic Indian dishes, each packed with rich flavors and spices. The freshness of the food stood out, with each dish perfectly seasoned and well-prepared. The ambiance was warm and inviting, and the staff were friendly and attentive, ensuring a comfortable dining experience. Whether you’re a fan of Indian cuisine or trying it for the first time, New Indian Restaurant is definitely worth a visit!
The non veg Thalia was absolutely delicious and so much food for only $18! The place is small and cozy and super clean. White tablecloths for lunch service! 5 stars!
Excellent. Tonight, we had the Vegetable Samosa, Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Tikka Saag, Aloo Naan, Makhani Naan, Bhatura, with some raita. Service was great. Food was excellent.
Greedy business. Chicken tikka masala contained a few tiny cubes of chicken. I got to eat basically plain rice and sauce. Will not order foods from this place again
New India is a culinary gem! The vegetarian Thali lunch special was an absolute delight, bursting with flavor and authenticity. Highly recommend for a satisfying and delicious Indian dining experience!
Wonderful service. Perfect lunchtime atmosphere. And absolutely delicious food!
I only got carryout but it was great as usual plenty of food for the money excellent service it's an overall great experience
Chicken tikka masala was delicious! Would come back very soon, would recommend! Amazing food!
Very disappointed! Not at all authentic. Ordered vegetarian platter, chicken tandoori, chole bhature, garlic naan, chilli paneer and paneer masala. Everything tasted bland inspite of repeatedly asking them to be made spicy.I hope the chef sees this review and adjust the dishes to serve the needs of Indian taste palettes instead of making everything bland for everyone!
Some of the most delicious Indian food I’ve had! They have excellent vegetarian options and the Naan is baked fresh! Highly recommend!
This is the best Indian food my wife and I have had in Columbus! We cannot wait to come back and try additional dishes!
Mostly posting to share buffet price. Lunch buffet was $18.50 per person. The food selection was pretty bad. They didn't refill empty dishes quickly. We needed to get our own water. The check was never picked up and we had to go to the front to cash out. The food selection was lacking, with few options. No butter chicken or Tikka masala and no paneer. Their naan was soft and under cooked in the center. No raita was offered. Their mixed pickles were full of pits and poorly seasoned. There were flies everywhere. The music was obnoxiously loud. I was so looking forward to coming back there for the buffet since they haven't had one since covid, but every aspect was a huge disappointment. I'm very sorry to say that the quality of their food has gone down significantly. I can't recommend this place - at least not for the buffet. This place will be closed soon. It was really terrible. So many better options.
Food is absolutely amazing, The staff is extremely kind, the inside is beautifully decorated. Absolutely perfect place for a date or a night or to enjoy some great food.
Some of the best food I’ve ever had. Plus great customer service. I would absolutely recommend coming here!
I recently dined at the new India restaurant, and it was amazing. The warm hospitality, beautiful ambiance, and knowledgeable staff made the experience memorable. The food was bursting with authentic flavors, and I can’t wait to go back for more.
lunch buffet in the morning and was thoroughly impressed. The variety and quality of dishes were exceptional, with the chicken tikka masala and fresh naan standing out. The staff was friendly and the restaurant had a welcoming atmosphere. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I highly recommend it for anyone seeking a delicious and authentic Indian meal.
This is the best place for Indian food I don’t care what anyone else says but I love it 😋
The food was absolutely delicious! I got the chicken tikka masala and garlic naan, it was tender and so creamy. Then had a little mango yogurt dessert that was very refreshing and tasted wonderful. I highly recommend this place, I will have to come back to try the lunch buffet sometime.
I had the garlic naan and the chicken korma. Food and service were excellent.
Bright, cheerful, & excellent food! We had the tikka masala & chicken makhani for lunch today. It was the most flavorful we’ve had so far! 😋Definitely will be coming back for the buffet during the weekend sometime in the near future too.
So yummy!!! The curry and chicken biryani are perfect together! I got the paneer masala
Great customer service, food was delicious as always, and overall good experience. Highly recommend anyone to eat here.
Wow! This place was absolutely fantastic. I’ve been exploring Indian restaurants around Columbus and this is my favorite so far. Highly recommend their Chicken Tikka Masala and the mango pudding. The service was great as well; the food came out quick, the staff were all so nice, and we never had to wait for refills or service.
Best in town! Highly recommend the chicken tikka masala. Super fast and polite service.
The food is so delicious, as always! The service is so warm and hospitable. I’m so happy that New India Restaurant has reopened their lunch buffet!!
We've been to New India many times! It's our favorite Indian restaurant in Columbus! The staff is amazing and the food is authentic!
I Love Love this place. The best indian food i've ever had. They have the best Chatney. And i'm so excited that buffet is again.
This place is absolutely delicious! We got the butter chicken, and tikka masala with the house made garlic naan …..man oh man was it hard to stop eating! We’ll be coming back on our next girls day. If you’re around here I HIGHLY recommend giving them a try! The mango lasi was the bomb as well
it used to be better ,the food is not tasty as it was before and it's over priced compared other indian restaurants, I really like the girls who work there very friendly unfortunately they're not there as often overall it's nice place and good people but it's hard to give star.
Came for the first time today, and it was looooovely! The amazing smell hits you right away, the music was beautiful and lively, and the food was delicious! The service was wonderful, they were checking on us all the time and kept our cups filled before we could even halfway empty them. As we were finishing up they even brought us the CUTEST tiny rice pudding for dessert!Will definitely be coming back to try more things!
We went to the restaurant on Friday night, they got busy real quick! The food was great, we got an appetizer, Alloo Tiki, so good! I love the black sauce, the green one was more veggie/cilantro and my husband love that! Yum yum!I also got the butter chicken, the chicken was soft, I can't eat a lot of spicy so my order was mild and it was so good, creamy sauce was so perfect especially the RICE! Rice wasn't dry at all! I can eat more and more rice hereEveryone at the restaurant was nice, it was a great Friday dinner!
‼️Be careful with the reviews‼️ They said you will get a free dessert if you leave a review.There were some bugs flying around my food.Korma chicken: 5/10 - the chicken was dry, but the sauce wasn't bad.Bread Naan: 5/10Mango Lassi: 7/10
I came here with my brother who loves Indian food and I tried Vegetable Pakora and the Naan Bread , it was pretty tasty .My brother ordered the buttered chicken and rice and unfortunately it had hair in it. The Mango Lassi was tastyOverall the staff was nice, and the laid back vibe of the restaurant was relaxing. It was just okay!
We found this place next to our hotel and turned out to be a really good place. The food and service were great!!! We will definitely come back if we are in this area :)
Tried this place with my husband while on a day trip through Dublin, Ohio. The food was exceptional, hard to find north Indian food like this back in Chicago. We had Chana Saag with onion kulcha and lamb kadhai with garlic naan. Both the curries were delicious. I love that there was no cream put in the curries. The ambience was decent. The servers were very hospitable and attentive. The bill was worth every penny.MUST TRY AND HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!!!!
The time we visited was a little after lunch so it was quiet. There were lots of pick up though. I would say this is also added to the fave Indian restaurants around our area. Do give them a try we had a great experience! 👍🎖🏆🌲
Great food. Love that I can get certain items customized to be made without dairy! It’s now our go-to for Indian food in the area.
Consistently delicious. Fresh and fast. Love this place. The people that run this establishment are great, they clearly respect the food they prepare. Definitely a “go-to” for comfort food.
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