Royal India Exquisite Restaurant

Indian $$$$ ★ 4.2 (61 reviews)

About

Awarded best Indian restaurant in San Diego, Royal India is the premier Indian restaurant located in the beautiful Gaslamp area of down town San Diego. Enjoy delicious authentic North Indian foods including vegetarian, chicken, lamb, seafood curries, and fresh tandoori kebabs in a magnificent architectural decor imported from the palaces of India. Royal Chandeliers with 10 ft waterfall and a custom carved wood bar so unique that you have not have seen in any Indian restaurant and you would love to dine in. Join us for a drink before dinner in our cozy lounge or sit outside on our patio (largest in the Gaslamp district) and watch lit carriages and walking traffic. If you are in San Diego to attend a convention, Royal India is walking distance from the convention center, Marriott, Hyatt, Embassy suites, Hilton, Petco Park, and Balboa Park.

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Hours

Monday 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Amenities & Services

Dine-in Dinner Accessible
Daren S. Verified visit ★★★★★

We love the food and the waitress Bahven. She always has a smile and the food is above amazing.


Michiko L. Verified visit ★★★★★

Always a pleasure to dine here. Beautiful decor. Generous portions. I could eat here every day.


Catherine B. Verified visit ★★★★★

The food was exceptional and the portions were generous. We had the kafta and saag paneer....to die for! The staff was v... The food was exceptional and the portions were generous. We had the kafta and saag paneer....to die for! The staff was very professional and friendly. Highly recommended! Read more Read less


Sara T. Verified visit ★★★★★

Our waiter was unusually good. The food was absolutely fantastic.


Crystal P. Verified visit ★★★★★

We love the food and LOVE the staff. We were here 5 months ago and we realized it was way too long in between visits! Th... We love the food and LOVE the staff. We were here 5 months ago and we realized it was way too long in between visits! The host suggested a new vegetarian dish we had never tried and it was INCREDIBLE! Read more Read less


Diana R. Verified visit ★★★★★

I had such a wonderful first time at Royal India. The service was on point and the food was delightful.


Dan H. Verified visit ★★★★★

The incredible aroma from the time we walked in captivated us. The soft music and decor was amazing. The service and foo... The incredible aroma from the time we walked in captivated us. The soft music and decor was amazing. The service and food was excellent. We will definitely be back. AAA+++ Read more Read less


Marc R. Verified visit ★★★★☆

Service was a little slow, but the food tasted great. A bit pricey.


David B. Verified visit ★★★★★

Samosas seem to have gotten smaller, now mostly wrap and very little filling.


Amy E. Verified visit ★★★★★

Gorgeous restaurant, good prices, incredible service and incredibly fast—I have never waited so little to receive food a... Gorgeous restaurant, good prices, incredible service and incredibly fast—I have never waited so little to receive food at a restaurant. The food was amazing!! Read more Read less


Manami O. Verified visit ★★★☆☆

We thought overall was only fair, okay. The food was delicious enough but for the price they charging, there are too man... We thought overall was only fair, okay. The food was delicious enough but for the price they charging, there are too many competitions out there and will not bringing us back here. The food came out so quickly (too quick) that made us think probably the food is not fresh, warmed up from before. Not impressed with Naan bread and plastic plate they used for a starter dish. If they consider as a high class restaurant, at least I expect slightly higher standard to match the price tag that comes with. Service was good. Read more Read less


Sushmita N. Verified visit ★★☆☆☆

We were at this restaurant on the Christmas Day. It was full but it wasn’t like people were waiting to be seated. It too... We were at this restaurant on the Christmas Day. It was full but it wasn’t like people were waiting to be seated. It took about 20-25 min to take the order and about another hour for the food to be served. The quality of the food was ok. But the biryani wasn’t even close to a authentic biryani. Read more Read less


Edward A. Verified visit ★★★★☆

The service was kind of slow evn though they weren't busy. They should come over and ask if we want drinks at very leas... The service was kind of slow evn though they weren't busy. They should come over and ask if we want drinks at very least without making us wait. Food was tasty but the naan servings were smaller than other restaurants. All in all, it just wasn't worth what we paid. Read more Read less


Anh P. Verified visit ★★★★☆

Food was great! Brought out quickly. But service was less than satisfactory. Waitress forgot to bring our menus after se... Food was great! Brought out quickly. But service was less than satisfactory. Waitress forgot to bring our menus after seating us and our waiter came over and rushed us to get the orders in when we had just received the menus. They both said sorry for their mistakes, but for a $60+ meal, I expected good food and good service. Read more Read less


Donna H. Verified visit ★★★★★

Fast, friendly service. Delicious food, great presentation and it came out quickly.


Lewis M. Verified visit ★★★★★

Very courteous and attentive staff


Mathew H. Verified visit ★★★★★

We've been to Royal India a number of times. The restaurant has never failed to impress. From the quality and flavor o... We've been to Royal India a number of times. The restaurant has never failed to impress. From the quality and flavor of the food to the friendliness of the staff, the whole place is first rate. I would recommend it to anyone, whether they are eating Indian food for the first time, or an experienced campaigner. Read more Read less


Deborah S. Verified visit ★★★★★

Great location, excellent food, wonderful service!


Kathleen K. Verified visit ★★★★★

Food and presentation were very nice. Excellent service.


Ama D. Verified visit ★★★★★

We loved it! We love Indian food and this exceeded our expectations. We will definitely go there again and again.


Spencer M. Verified visit ★★☆☆☆

Ordered gin martini, got the mango martini without the mango (lime juice and gin). Yuk. Fish was dry and chewy.


Marcela M. Verified visit ★★★★★

Food is delicious and people that works there, even they are not your server, help you with any questions with a smile,... Food is delicious and people that works there, even they are not your server, help you with any questions with a smile, they are very nice and like what they do. Read more Read less


Amanda F. Verified visit ★★★★★

I love coming to this place. Maybe it's because I don't get to eat Indian food that often, but when I do, I always try t... I love coming to this place. Maybe it's because I don't get to eat Indian food that often, but when I do, I always try to come here. The place is decorated so nicely and has such a chill vibe. I came with my boyfriend to catch a break from comic con and the whole gaslamp area in general, and we were so afraid of breaking stuff with our huge bulky bags and our tacky nerd gear. But they welcomed us and never made us feel like we didn't belong there :) The owner is such a gentle, professional dude and they make great food. Veggie samosas and garlic naan are a must! I enjoy their saag dishes, but the chicken tikka masala and ginger chili curry are real good... I'm aiming to try their korma next time :) Read more Read less


Neal H. Verified visit ★★★★★

Incredible flavors and textures in their food! Saag chicken and lentil soup were excellent!


Dolores L. Verified visit ★☆☆☆☆

The lamb was over cooked and the $35 cost for a half rack lost my business.


Jean O. Verified visit ★★★★★

Food was delish! Linda personable and we didn't go away hungry!


Regina . Verified visit ★★★★★

Great service and food was terrific


Olanda N. Verified visit ★★★★☆

Fairly expensive so without promotion, we will likely not dine there again.


Sharan H. Verified visit ★★☆☆☆

Service was fair. No special attention was given to our table. The waiter performed his duties routinely. Once everyone... Service was fair. No special attention was given to our table. The waiter performed his duties routinely. Once everyone arrived, we were seated quickly at a place where the view was great. Read more Read less


Patrick E. Verified visit ★★★★★

Much better variety than your typical pizzeria. The food was excellent.


Lou J. Verified visit ★★★★★

Great service and food.


Alan . Verified visit ★★★★★

Food is incredible. Service is outstanding!!!!!


Ronald S. Verified visit ★★☆☆☆

The restaurant does children's birthday parties (this is the second time we have come and there was a party). A disco ba... The restaurant does children's birthday parties (this is the second time we have come and there was a party). A disco ball and flashing lights are turned on and the children sing karaoke. The noise level is really loud and the lights make it feel like a Chuck-E-Cheese instead of a nice restaurant (where I spent $150 on a meal). I will not visit this restaurant again. I will go to the other Japanese Steakhouse (Sakura) in my area. Read more Read less


Tamara B. Verified visit ★★★★★

the staff is pleasant, the restaurant is always spotless and the waitress is the best!


Marian K. Verified visit ★★★★★

I have always liked this place and tonight was especially good!


John A. Verified visit ★★★★★

Fantastic food!


Denzel P. Verified visit ★★★★★

The food was delicious. The wait staff was efficient.


Alex L. Verified visit ★★★★☆

Kitchen was slow but server was so kind and food was very good


Esther B. Verified visit ★☆☆☆☆

The food quality was very disappointing. The food was dry & not at all spicy as requested.


Kuldeer K. Verified visit ★★★★★

Service excellent. Food exquisite.


Hugo R. Verified visit ★★☆☆☆

The prices are very expensive for an average dining experience.


Paula M. Verified visit ★★★★☆

it's bit far place for me but my visit was on occassion. - dinner time. service and climate was appropriate and comforta... it's bit far place for me but my visit was on occassion. - dinner time. service and climate was appropriate and comfortable. could not feel openness in restaurant. may be coz of dontown. Food quality was good, much fresh however taste was typical and was not bringing out aroma and taste enough. not sure if visit again. Read more Read less


Dorothy H. Verified visit ★★★★★

The waiter was a little soft-spoken, but the service and food were excellent!


Melissa H. Verified visit ★★★★★

Great service, great food and great ambiance. What else could anyone want?


Kathy R. Verified visit ★★★★★

Excellent dining experience.


Tony C. Verified visit ★★★★★

A little expensive for us without the gift certificate, may plan on going for lunch though. It was delicious!


LaTasha M. Verified visit ★★★★★

Amazing food!


Christopher T. Verified visit ★★★★★

My fave India Restaurant!!


Franklin D. Verified visit ★☆☆☆☆

mediocre food, and expensive. Not worth the extra $$$. Will not visit this facility again.


Shawn T. Verified visit ★★★★★

We dined with a friend of Indian discent, who thought the food was excellent. We agreed!


Bob . Verified visit ★★☆☆☆

Too pricey for the quality of food. Has a good ambiance, but the taste of both our entrees was almost same and one of th... Too pricey for the quality of food. Has a good ambiance, but the taste of both our entrees was almost same and one of the entrees(Veg Jalfraze) was cooked totally different than what it should typically look and taste. Read more Read less


Arcelia S. Verified visit ★★★★☆

Server initally confused as to whether alcohol was included in minimum purchase amount ... saying yes ... then no.


Agnieszka . Verified visit ★★★★★

Exceptional food and service.


Kuldeer K. Verified visit ★★★★★

We first went to The Royal India two years ago because we love Indian Food and a friend recommended it. We love it ther... We first went to The Royal India two years ago because we love Indian Food and a friend recommended it. We love it there, but it can get a little pricey for us. Finding the Restaurant.com coupon allows us to go more often than we might otherwise and to take friends/relatives there. We will probably come more often now we know about Restaurant.com. :-) Read more Read less


Andrew . Verified visit ★★★★★

Probably would not have tried it without coupon but will definitely return!


Sherie T. Verified visit ★★★★☆

The food and service was great. I was a bit surprised that there was a $3 fee to split an $8 dessert. I can see a fee fo... The food and service was great. I was a bit surprised that there was a $3 fee to split an $8 dessert. I can see a fee for a meal split, but dessert?? Read more Read less


Marcela N. Verified visit ★★★★☆

it was too expensive


Trish P. Verified visit ★☆☆☆☆

Horrible!! Never again!!


Dollie D. Verified visit ★★★☆☆

It was very expensive for quantity of food and venue. Flavors and service were good however. Just not worth the high pri... It was very expensive for quantity of food and venue. Flavors and service were good however. Just not worth the high prices for this kind of food. Read more Read less


Wendy S. Verified visit ★★★★☆

Good place. Very nice employees.


Anne W. Verified visit ★★★★☆

Food and service were great but once we finished our meal, we waited quite a long time for our bill.

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