New Delhi Restaurant is named one of the best Indian restaurants in USA by New York Times and featured on numerous Gourmet TV Shows. New Delhi Restaurant is famous for delicious Indian food and a San Francisco Must Eats. The menu features signature plant based, vegetarian and vegan dishes by celebrity chef Ranjan Dey. New Delhi Restaurant has catered over 2000 Indian wedding catering and corporate events. During breakfast and lunch New Delhi transforms into a venue for meetings, corporate presentation, team building, private parties and social non profit fundraisers. New Delhi Restaurant is open late, until 12 midnight in San Francisco downtown, Union Square. New Delhi Restaurant is a Historical Legacy Business which helps make up the “Soul of the City”, preserving the unique character of San Francisco. New Delhi Restaurant has served over 2 million guests to date. Make a reservation for a magical San Francisco destination dining experience!
New Delhi Restaurant, by celebrity chef Ranjan Dey, is an immigrant, LGBTQ and mixed-family-owned Indian restaurant. Established in 1988, it is one of the oldest Indian restaurant in the city – a true San Francisco legacy. New Delhi Restaurant is located in the ballroom of the former Hotel Ramona, built in 1914. The dining room is decorated with ornate pillars, exposed brick, and handmade Italian tiled floor, reminiscent of a Maharajah’s private banquet room offering an Indian Culinary Cultural romantic dining experience. New Delhi Restaurant serves tandooris, curries, and regional specialities from Punjab, Bengal, Goa, South India, Mughlai, and Kashmir, using the freshest local ingredients. Celebrity chef, Ranjan Dey, Star of Documentary Series– “MY INDIA” creates daily specials with his six gourmet spice blends, available nationwide in gourmet specialty stores under New World Spices. We invite you to enjoy this Indian experience with a San Francisco twist. We offer a unique and affordable menu to choose from that will satisfy your craving for delicious Indian food. Shu Bhojan! (Bon Appetit!)
We Have Served Over 2 MILLION Guests, This Is What They Are Saying!
I hosted my hubby's 50th at New Delhi Restaurant. Working with the owner/ celebrity chef Mr. Ranjan was delightful. He was generous with accommodating our...read moreI hosted my hubby's 50th at New Delhi Restaurant. Working with the owner/ celebrity chef Mr. Ranjan was delightful. He was generous with accommodating our needs and the venue looked even more beautiful with enhanced lights. Food variety included food choices including vegan and gluten free. Highly recommend....less
Sapna S.
12/05/2023
Food is terrific! Medium to hot spicy! Great employees! Lovely interior. Good drinks. I will be back!
Wendy M.
11/07/2023
The best. Period. Beautiful atmosphere, adorable staff, and the best Indian food in SF as far as I'm concerned AND at a fair price. Fresh,...read moreThe best. Period. Beautiful atmosphere, adorable staff, and the best Indian food in SF as far as I'm concerned AND at a fair price. Fresh, well seasoned, med heat, not too oily...fabulous house cocktails. I can't tell you how over-the-moon I was to discover they'd weathered the pandemic. Just off Powell without being the TL-TL yet; 2 blocks from SF Playhouse so a perfect before theater eat; easy walk to and from the Muni. And feels like dining out, like ACTUALLY DINING OUT! Indian Food Heaven....less
M.B. M.
8/12/2023
We had our Sangeet/Rehearsal dinner party at the New Delhi Restaurant in San Francisco and it was one of the highlights of our celebration.
The restaurant...read moreWe had our Sangeet/Rehearsal dinner party at the New Delhi Restaurant in San Francisco and it was one of the highlights of our celebration.
The restaurant was enough to accommodate all of our 60 guests and the ambience was great which set the mood for our party.
Ranjan who is the owner of this restaurant for 3 decades is really great and was a gracious host for our party. He helped us customize our menu and helped pick up dishes that would satisfy multitudes of taste buds in our cross cultural party. He also helped us have our song and dance celebration for the event and every single guest had only good things to say about the restaurant.
This restaurant is a hidden gem for Indian cuisine and would recommend this place for any event you want to host or just a regular meal any day of the week....less
Onkar P.
7/31/2023
Amazing service! Food is fantastic! Couldn't recommend enough to anyone who enjoys a great curry!
Ryan M.
7/25/2023
Delicious food, kind and respectful service (not rushed). A good menu with just the right amount of options
Robert B.
7/21/2023
I walked into this place while taking a stroll around the neighborhood and I'm so glad I did.
There were so many vegetarian options it was...read moreI walked into this place while taking a stroll around the neighborhood and I'm so glad I did.
There were so many vegetarian options it was hard to choose. I decided to get the vegetarian dinner since it had an appetizer and desert
The waiter was really sweet and fast and even brought out the owner when I had a question about the food. The owner was so cool and excited to talk about the dishes at his restaurant. He was making the rounds to a lot of the tables sharing stories about why he liked certain things on the menu, and he mentioned making a documentary about food too.
The food was really good! The fritters were especially delicious
Prices were a little on the higher side - with tip my dinner was about $45 for one - BUT I got a high ticket item. There were other things on there for less
Would definitely recommend visiting. Was seated fast and everyone was really nice!...less
Candace H.
7/20/2023
This is a must experience Indian restaurant and a legacy business in SF. The food is authentic, and the service is like being part...read moreThis is a must experience Indian restaurant and a legacy business in SF. The food is authentic, and the service is like being part of their family. Great group restaurant!...less
John Y.
7/11/2023
Food is delicious. Had the butter chicken. Came in with some co workers and all our plates were clean when we left. Lots...read moreFood is delicious. Had the butter chicken. Came in with some co workers and all our plates were clean when we left. Lots of unique dishes and drinks to try on the menu. Wait staff is attentive and the decor is unique....less
Chris A.
7/11/2023
Amazing korma and vegetarian options! This is one of my favorite spots for Indian food and it never disappoints. Also checkout the patio seating for...read moreAmazing korma and vegetarian options! This is one of my favorite spots for Indian food and it never disappoints. Also checkout the patio seating for a a beautiful day....less
Katie T.
6/19/2023
Absolutely incredible experience. We’re in San Francisco for a few days and this restaurant was across the street from our hotel. It is probably some...read moreAbsolutely incredible experience. We’re in San Francisco for a few days and this restaurant was across the street from our hotel. It is probably some of the best Indian cuisine I have ever had. Service was super attentive, refilling our waters when they were less than half empty, helpful with finding dairy free options on the menu, and even gave me extra rice to take home with my leftover curry. We will be back for dinner again before we leave the city....less
Miranda H.
6/09/2023
This place is fantastic, wonderful curries and exponential service!
Matt S.
6/08/2023
I ordered the non vegetarian full dinner with chicken masala and it was lovely. Lots of flavors, just spicy enough, perfect rice, fresh naan and...read moreI ordered the non vegetarian full dinner with chicken masala and it was lovely. Lots of flavors, just spicy enough, perfect rice, fresh naan and included a rice pudding which cooled the mouth a bit. Masala tea after the meal....less
Kathy D.
6/02/2023
The food is amazing. We had them cater our wedding reception and we were extremely impressed and our guest were impressed as well. I would...read moreThe food is amazing. We had them cater our wedding reception and we were extremely impressed and our guest were impressed as well. I would highly recommend New Delhi Restaurant to anyone seeking authentic Indian cuisine....less
Ismail A.
6/02/2023
This dining experience was superb! My husband and I are visiting SanFrancisco for the first time and dined at New Delhi Restaurant to celebrate his...read moreThis dining experience was superb! My husband and I are visiting SanFrancisco for the first time and dined at New Delhi Restaurant to celebrate his birthday. The owner/chef himself came to our table and offered us his recommendations from drinks to appetizers to entrees and dessert. Everything was incredible! The atmosphere was perfect for a date night. We enjoyed everything we had and will definitely come back if we are ever back in the area. 10/10 recommend!...less
Jodi C.
6/01/2023
Amazing choices in the menu. Very well prepared and authentic. Relaxing environment inside the restaurant as well.
Nitin P.
5/25/2023
Had an awesome meal, great hospitality by chef Ranjan Dey!
Preeti a.
5/25/2023
Excellent food, the owner and staff love and are proud of what they do. The owner is a lovely person full of life. A pleasure...read moreExcellent food, the owner and staff love and are proud of what they do. The owner is a lovely person full of life. A pleasure to visit and hope to come again. Thank you....less
Oscar P.
5/25/2023
I would like to share my great experience with this wonderful Indian restaurant in San Francisco. What an ambience and what tasty and mouth watering...read moreI would like to share my great experience with this wonderful Indian restaurant in San Francisco. What an ambience and what tasty and mouth watering food they serve. But what stands out the most is their hospitality. It is a must visit for anyone visiting San Francisco. Thank you New Delhi Restaurant, Cheers....less
Abhishek C.
5/24/2023
The very best service ever. Perfect food and the owner is very nice and professional. We have eaten Indian food from all over the...read moreThe very best service ever. Perfect food and the owner is very nice and professional. We have eaten Indian food from all over the world. This is at the top. Thank you....less
Ronald D.
5/17/2023
Best Indian food EVER!!! It was an EXPERIENCE to remember!! The aroma, the decor, the customer service, and the amazing food!! Favors beyond belief!!!
henrykI5248SB
10/08/2021
Go here!! The food. The staff. The owner. The ambience. Everything was amazing! Go here!! Delicious. Welcoming. Authentic. Delicious!!
murday1970
9/23/2021
Delightful Authentic with good ambiance Very realistic Indian food . Excellent service . Delightful ambiance of old world India. We had stuffed naan with many traduIndian dishes whose names unfortunately...read moreVery realistic Indian food . Excellent service . Delightful ambiance of old world India. We had stuffed naan with many traduIndian dishes whose names unfortunately I cannot remember or spell. Highly recommend...less
IMIUBU2
7/17/2021
Very tasty! The samosas were tasty and on point! We both had the chicken tikka masala with a side of rice and two garlic naan. It was...read moreThe samosas were tasty and on point! We both had the chicken tikka masala with a side of rice and two garlic naan. It was phenomenal. The mango lassi is very good too!
It’s pricy but very delicious and the place looks pretty nice. Good place for date night!...less
michelrM7022AB
1/05/2020
A wonder near my hotel We visited New Delhi for the final dinner of our San Francisco vacation. We had a great experience from the wonderful space that greats you...read moreWe visited New Delhi for the final dinner of our San Francisco vacation. We had a great experience from the wonderful space that greats you after passing the bar to the friendly family service.
Best Indian I have had in a while and great value for money.
I highly recommend it...less
Lacrausen
9/08/2019
Excellent Indian food in a great location I have to be honest, I do not for the life of me understand all the criticism this place gets. Its great Indian food with...read moreI have to be honest, I do not for the life of me understand all the criticism this place gets. Its great Indian food with great service in a beautiful setting for reasonable prices. What more could you want?...less
skywaker9
8/13/2019
It's very impressive to take my out of town guests. The food, service, and ambiance are super nice!
KC4LOVE
12/30/2023
We found our new favorite Indian restaurant! Food is full of flavor and very authentic. First time I had Sag Paneer and actually tasted the...read moreWe found our new favorite Indian restaurant! Food is full of flavor and very authentic. First time I had Sag Paneer and actually tasted the spinach. We also ordered samosas, lamb korma and chicken tikka masala. All were delicious. Service was quick and the owner was very charming. Overall wonderful dining experience. Highly recommend....less
12/30/2023
I enjoyed a meal here during my last trip to San Francisco four years ago. So, I wanted to visit here again. The food was...read moreI enjoyed a meal here during my last trip to San Francisco four years ago. So, I wanted to visit here again. The food was delicious and the service attentive. We were a party of three, sharing an Assorted Vegetable Platter as an appetizer. For entrees we had Paneer Tikka Masala, Palak Kofta Kashmiri and Kofta Shah Jahani. We were all interested in the Thali combination dinners, but they were not available. Given prices at other nearby restaurants, the cost for our meal was relatively reasonable....less
LloydT
12/18/2023
We celebrated my friend’s birthday and it was a fun, festive time at New Delhi! We enjoyed the exotic cocktails, attentive service, excellent Indian cuisine...read moreWe celebrated my friend’s birthday and it was a fun, festive time at New Delhi! We enjoyed the exotic cocktails, attentive service, excellent Indian cuisine and the fabulous rice pudding dessert with soaked honey bread! Yummy! Do yourself a favor and go!...less
Lori
12/18/2023
We had a wonderful dinner. The staff was very helpful with suggestions, very friendly and nice ambience. We will definitely go back.
CarrieS
12/17/2023
Great find. A few blocks off of Union Square. A good pre-theatre option.
OpenTable D.
12/16/2023
Food was delicious, staff was kind & attentive & ambiance was wonderful! Definitely will come back. I ordered the non-vegetarian dinner, rogan josh. Plenty...read moreFood was delicious, staff was kind & attentive & ambiance was wonderful! Definitely will come back. I ordered the non-vegetarian dinner, rogan josh. Plenty of naan & rice....less
12/03/2023
Waiters are attentive and polite. Good service and not overly long waiting time.
Alex
11/26/2023
Great food and service. We had the Chicken Vindaloo and the Chicken Masala. We got to pick our level of spiciness. We went with medium...read moreGreat food and service. We had the Chicken Vindaloo and the Chicken Masala. We got to pick our level of spiciness. We went with medium and mild respectively....less
JanF
11/13/2023
Excellent food. Terrific service. Highly recommended. We had such a lovely meal. We will be back! Really had great night.