In far north Austin, Bombay Express serves up daily specials catering with both northern and southern regional fare, with many dosas. Opt for the weekday meal specials or weekend thalis, where diners can order two different curries with rice, dal, and salad.

The Indian rice dish is the star of the Arboretum restaurant, with biryanis filled with eggs, paneer, chicken, goat, shrimp, and more. Plus there are plentiful dosas, weekend-only steamed rice cakes, and tandoori

Head to Bombay to Kathmandu for Indian and Nepalese cuisine, where there are momos, naan options, and other offerings. It’s also BYOB.

Another take on Indian, Pakistani, and Nepalese food, Saffron’s menu includes the intriguing Darjeeling green tea creme brulee.

The ambiance at Claypot is suitable for dates and romantic evenings, and the menu includes happy hour drink and food specials. On deck are curries, tandoori, naans, and vegetarian specials.

The east side Indian food truck offers up the usuals, from naans, rotis, biryanis, daal, and curries. It even scoops up mango custard and Indian sweets.

Indian food with a Texan spin means spicy curries, keema quesadilla, and South Asian tacos. Plus, late night food is available on Friday and Saturday.

This food-truck-turned-brick-and-mortar restaurant serves the same great locally sourced food, including a long list of curries, vegan and vegetarian options, and even gluten-free choices.

The updated Whip In is inspired by London curry houses, which means curry bowls and Scotch eggs with chutney, plus burgers, sandwiches, and salads.

House and weekend specials make it easier to try everything the Bombay Bistro has to give. Plus, there are unique drinks like the tamarind punch and mango michelada. There's a second location up on Research Boulevard.

The same owners of Clay Pit Contemporary Indian Cuisine branched out with the fast-food version of Indian food with delicious lassis. There are three other locations too.