The 3 best Indian restaurants in Paris

Since travel outside Europe is still uncertain, we will give you a taste of the outside world in other ways. One way to do this is through food. What many people don't know is that there are some incredible Indian restaurants in Europe as well. One of the reasons Indian cuisine has become so popular is that most dishes are suitable for vegetarians and even vegans.

Although the German Foreign Office still warns against traveling to India for the time being, it has been possible to enter India again for a few months now. If you do prefer to stay in Europe, travel to nearby cities is possible, for example in France. Therefore, we present you a comprehensive list of the best Indian restaurants in Paris.

An Indian icon in the heart of Paris, Desi Road is a refined restaurant that will surprise you. The immaculate white interior is decorated with stylish paintings and beautiful murals. The owners of the restaurant on Dauphine Street also own MG Road. The idea of the owners is simply to spread Indian delicacies in Paris.

Desi Road is small, but has a space that guests find comfortable. Modern culinary methods and technologies are used to ensure the best quality of food. When you visit the restaurant, most meals may seem small, but you can also choose a luxurious thali, which are very affordable. Their chicken curry, vegetable curry, thali and pani puri are some of the best.

Please note that if you are planning a trip to India, as soon as it is possible again, you must first apply for a visa to India. Fortunately, nowadays you can do this small but important step completely online and in German, and much faster than before. Since november 2021, foreign tourists are allowed to enter India again and since February 14, there is no longer a quarantine requirement after arrival.

2. Marcel

If you are looking for the perfect Indian cuisine with a special style, this is the place for you. Although the name is not Indian, Marcel promises and delivers the best of India. The post-colonial walls and decor give the restaurant a quaint charm and atmosphere. 

Marcel serves hamburgers with naan instead of the usual buns and quiche with vegetables, among other dishes. There are four types of menus to choose from. Their specialties are the malai kofta, butter chicken, biryani, beef burger and salmon steak.

This excellent restaurant deserves to be mentioned in our selection of the best Indian restaurants. This simple but impressive restaurant is located on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis. Although small, it is often crowded with customers seeking the best of Indian cuisine. Be sure to try the vegetarian biryani, kottu parotta, chicken curry and, of course, the cheese paratha. 

The decor is simple but elegant and very reminiscent of a typical restaurant on an ordinary Delhi street. Once you decide on one of the different menus, you'll probably find yourself wanting more. If you are looking for a good quality Indian restaurant in Paris at a reasonable price, Muniyandi Vilas is the place for you.