Indian restaurant in Christchurch

“We come here every week for Friday lunch. The lunch combo is a great deal and the right amount of food so you don’t fall asleep at your desk in the afternoon. Service is friendly and speedy.”

“Me and my partner tried Hobson Indian Takeaway for the first time, and we were really impressed.The food was absolutely delicious—especially the biryani and samosas, which were full of flavor and freshly prepared. The staff were very kind, welcoming, and accommodating, making the whole experience even better. We’ll definitely be coming back again soon! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“We recently had catering from Aroma Delight for an event, and the food was absolutely delicious – fresh, flavorful, and enjoyed by everyone. A special shoutout to Prince, who arranged everything for us. He was extremely nice, humble, and made the whole process stress-free. Highly recommend their service and food!”

“Fantastic restaurant — one of the best Indian places around! Tried their chicken tikka masala and sahi paneer , both were bursting with flavour. Service was fast and friendly. Highly recommend Indian Ocean for anyone who loves authentic, high-quality Indian food.”

Everest Indian Restaurant - Lyttelton runs with a simple, bistro‑style menu and a relaxed pace. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Music and pace keep a casual tone.

“A lovely flavoured meal meat beautiful and tender. Only criticism is the Butter Chicken was quite a sour tomato mix and needed more cream to dilute it a bit, as prepared by all the other Indian Restaurants we have visited. Naan breads were large and cooked perfectly and overall the price was good value. Staff very friendly and toilets very clean. Would highly recommend.”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I recently ordered food from this restaurant and it was absolutely delicious! Everything was fresh, full of flavor, and perfectly cooked. Delivery was on time, and the food arrived hot. I’ll definitely be ordering again and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for quality food and excellent service!”

“Good restaurant but one of the chefs has become the manager and he needs to get everything up to scratch. Menu prices aren't accurate, it's $20 for most vegetarian mains. If there's any trouble with the phone or online orders then I recommend to simply visit. They are open most days but not on Monday and not on Sunday for lunch (should be open on Sunday for dinner though)”

Indian Dreams favours a simple, bistro‑style mix with clear, clean flavours. Views add a quiet lift to the visit. A family‑friendly feel comes through naturally. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy.

Indian Dreams Rolleston favours a simple, bistro‑style mix with clear, clean flavours. The room sits relaxed with an easy buzz. Service stays present without fuss. A sensible spend for the spread. Pla...

“Two fat Indians is a nice restaurant in the heart of Christchurch city. The good thing is that it had authentic desi taste and not sweety taste in dishes we tried. We had Chicken Malayi tikka that was awesome (although quantity is small for price). The lamb shank Nihari was also very good (a bit salty but tasty) and meat was tender. Seating place is good and service is also good. Recommend if you love desi food and taste.”

“Little India Merivale has been our go-to restaurant for many years, and it never disappoints. The food is consistently delicious, full of flavour, and beautifully prepared. The service is always friendly and welcoming, making you feel like a valued regular rather than just another customer. It’s a place we keep coming back to and happily recommend to friends and family. another customer. It’s a place we keep coming back to and happily recommend to friends and family.”

“Loved my tikka ang garlic naan. Medium was perfect and it was fresh and flavourful thank you”

“My favourite Indian restaurant in Christchurch. Good food and good prices. They’re sometimes slow to bring out drinks, may depend on the server. But overall I love this place.”

“An unreserved 5 out of 5 when taking into account quality and value. Naan breads are huge, Tandoor Chicken was fantastic, and the several curries I've tried were delicious. Underrated hidden gem. 2023 edit: still fantastic even though prices marginally up. Can’t go past the ‘Old Fashioned Lamb Curry’….seriously, it’s really good; even if the vege constituents vary and the name doesn’t tally with swanky fare. The naan’s are still the biggest and most legit you’ll find from any Indian takeaway. Would love to see what tandoor they’re rocking back there! Do yourself a favour and visit these guys. 2024 edit: yup, still the best. Little more spensey, but that reflects the general situation everywhere. Two old fashioneds with rice, some bhajis, a tandoor chicken, a couple of naans……you’ll eat like a maharaja for going on four days or more. Best naans ever. 2025 edit: Absolutely hands down the best. The old-fashioned lamb curry cannot be beat, and must be the signature dish in my opinion. Roiling away for days on end, random bits and pieces added as some sort of eternal curry; vegetable components changing but flavour evolving. Naans giant. Tandoor chicken epic. Eat for days. Ignore the 1-star review casuals.”

“I went to Everest Indian Restaurant in Parklands yesterday. The food was really delicious, and I was very impressed with their service. The staff were polite, kind, and very respectful. They truly cared about the customers’ needs. Along with the great food, I also received wonderful customer respect. I’ve never experienced such amazing service anywhere else before. I’m very happy with the service I got yesterday, and I’ll definitely visit again next time. It was an amazing experience!”

Bikanervala Indian Sweets, Restaurant & Takeaway leans into a coffee‑and‑cabinet approach without the fuss. Pricing lines up with the offer. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in. Desserts close the meal with familiar comfort.

“Best Biryani had so far. Highly recommend.”

“Amazing food and excellent service! We ordered naan, rice, and two types of curry — everything was full of flavor and perfectly cooked. The naan was soft and fresh, and the curries were rich and aromatic. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Highly recommended — I’ll definitely come back again!”

“We are a regular customer of Mumbai local since past year and the food is scrumptious. We have tried all the dishes from the menu and everything is always packed with flavours and made with fresh great quality ingredients. The food is superlative with an amazing blend of Indian spices. If you are craving for authentic bold Indian flavours then this place is a must try. Highly recommend it.”

The kitchen at Indian paradise deluxe (Halal) takes a grill‑focused path and lets the food speak. Ribs and steaks arrive seasoned and tender. A sensible spend for the spread. Portions are generous yet well judged.

“Mango chicken is great. At extra hot wasn't as hot as I expected, but hot enough and very nice. Butter naan and garlic naan are both amazing - good and crispy =)”

“Restaurant was tidy and clean, service was great - staff very friendly. The chef was great!! My food came out very fast and it was so yum!! I was given a complimentary drink with my meal as well. 10/10 experience at Two Fat Indians, Papanui.”

“I've been a regular customer of "Indian Paradise" for some time now, and I can confidently say that they serve some of the best biriyani in town. The spices and flavors in their biriyani are perfectly balanced, and the quality of the ingredients used is always good. Aside from the delicious biriyani, "Indian Paradise" offers a wide variety of other Indian dishes that are equally impressive. One of the things that I appreciate about "Indian Paradise" is the reasonable pricing of their menu items. The portions are generous, and the quality of the food is consistently excellent. Overall, I highly recommend "Indian Paradise" to anyone who's looking for an authentic Indian dining experience.”

“Came in to collect a massive order for the city council, Small crew handled it brilliantly, Even helped me to carry it to my car. Absolutely cannot recommend them enough! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”

“I know they are not perfect. But it is worth it for me to give 5 stars. You can enjoy all you can eat delicious Indian foods from starter to dessert. Enjoy the goat or lamb until full, chicken and lot of curry's. The chicken biryani was so delicious. And also free to eat naan bread. It was only 20 dollars for weekdays. Make sure that you are hungry enough. Great staff hospitality, they are fast and helpful. For you Moslem people, this restaurant is HALAL”

“I got very drunk & ordered uber eats. I felt like my odd request may have not been acknowledged of sauce & rice (butter chicken), but to my absolute delight when it was delivered I was given sauce & rice!! ( I didnt want chicken in it, I felt like sauce & rice by itself) I just want to say my drunk self thanks you very much & the meal was tasty & delivered promptly.”

On the plate at Candy's Kitchen (Ghar Ka Khana & tiffin) Indian Restaurant, the idea is simple, bistro‑style and well judged. Meat‑free options are woven into the menu. Serve sizes show solid value. The team keeps things friendly and organised.

Coriander's Prestons leans into a simple, bistro‑style approach with tidy execution. Portions are generous yet well judged. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Pricing lines up with the offer.