The 12 Best Indian Restaurants in New Jersey

New Jersey is a foodie’s paradise, especially those with adventurous palates. With a vibrant Indian community and culinary scene, the Garden State offers some of the best Indian food you’ll find outside of the subcontinent.

After delving into Reddit threads full of recommendations (and opinions as heated as the spices themselves), I’ve compiled a list of must-try Indian restaurants in New Jersey. This selection comes directly from locals who know their paneer from their pakoras.

First of all, Edison is the undisputed center of Indian food. Favorites include Moghul Express, known for its Indo-Chinese dishes like Gobi Manchurian, and Saravana Bhavan, a destination for authentic South Indian vegetarian dishes.

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For a more upscale experience, visit Aarzu in Monroe or Samudhra in Franklin Park, both of which serve upscale interpretations of traditional Indian cuisine.

Heading to Jersey City? You can’t go wrong with Sapthagiri, Rasoi or Shri Ganesh Dosa House as they are all within walking distance of each other and offer something to suit every taste, from dosas to biryanis.

Meanwhile, Ming II in Morristown serves incredible Indo-Chinese dishes and Spicy Affair in Swedesboro proves that South Jersey can compete.

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Visit Kochi in East Windsor for a family touch and Bombay River in Red Bank for consistently delicious dishes.

Surprisingly, Shell Food Mart is one of the best kept secrets – yes, in a gas station in Milford. It may sound unconventional, but Redditors rave about the food and the warmth of the owners.

Whether you prefer a street food atmosphere, buffets or fine dining, Indian restaurants in New Jersey deliver. With so many options representing different regions of India, even the pickiest of eaters will find something they will love.

So why not start exploring? Your next favorite place may be just a stone’s throw away.

The opinions expressed in the post above are solely those of Judi Franco, host of the talk show “New Jersey 101.5.”

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