New Delhi Restaurant is an amazing San Francisco destination dining experience. We have served royalties, moviestars, presidents and many more celebrities over our 30 years of service. Chef Ranjan Dey is able to customize a menu depending upon the mood and cravings of the celebrity he is serving. The Celebrity Dining Experience Menus were developed as part of our continuing story archiving of serving these famous celebrities. Chef Ranjan Dey has created these extra special dishes that have satisfied our celebrity diners, and now, available for you to savor!
Celebrity Dining Experience - Anthony Hopkins
On a visit to New Delhi Restaurant, Oscar winning actor Anthony Hopkins was keen to try a dish featuring fish and coconut. To satisfy his dining pleasure, Chef Ranjan Dey created a special dish with mint, cilantro, coconut and salmon. Come enjoy this dish exactly the way Anthony Hopkins enjoyed it. A unique celebrity dining experience.
Appetizer: Harra Keebab – savory green vegetable cakes with cumin and ajwain
Main Dish: Goan Kofta with Salmon – A Spinach Kofta with mushroom, soya bits cooked in a mint-cilantro-coconut gravy with Salmon pieces
Accompanied by: Paneer Tikka Masala – paneer cooked in tomato cream sauce, flavored with crushed fenugreek leaves Yellow Dal – yellow lentils seasoned with garlic, cumin and cilantro Lucknowi Pullao – Saffron flavored Basmati Rice Nan Bread – leavened soft bread made with flour dough and cooked in the oven
Dessert: Mango Rice Pudding Masala Chai – Indian chai flavored with cardamom
Paired Cocktail: New Delhi Sunset – An exotic combination of vodka, sparkling lemonade, pomegranate syrup and a dash of grapefruit juice
Paired Wine: Pinot Grigio – Full of delicate complexity and refreshing crispness. Spicy aroma of pear and melon lead to a burst of pear and mango on the palate
Pricing: Pre-paid: $45, dinner only Option 2: $55 dinner with paired cocktail (non-alcoholic option available) Option 3: $65 dinner with paired cocktail, plus paired glass of wine (Wine substitution available from our wine list. Non-alcoholic cocktail option available) Option 4: $90 dinner with paired cocktail, plus paired bottle of wine (Wine substitution available from our wine list. Non-alcoholic cocktail option available)
Celebrity Dining Experience - Bill Clinton
When Bill Clinton visited New Delhi Restaurant to meet community influencers, he told Chef Ranjan Dey that his favorite dish was Chicken Tikka Masala, but he would like it a little different. Chef Ranjan Dey prepared and served Pepper Chicken with Paneer. This dish has the same mouth feel and texture as Chicken Tikka Masala, but is a wonderful twist on a classic recipe.
Appetizer: Alu Chat Croustade – tasty potato garbanzo mash in a tamarind bath
Main Dish: Pepper Paneer Chicken – creamy coconut chicken and paneer in onion gravy with black pepper, curry leaves and whole mustard
Accompanied by: Black Lentils – harmoniously combined with tomatoes and ginger, simmered overnight on a very slow fire Sag Paneer – spinach cooked with home-made soft cheese, seasoned with garlic Lucknowi Pullao – Saffron flavored Basmati Rice Nan Bread – leavened soft bread made with flour dough and cooked in the oven
Dessert: Gulab Jamun – Milk dumpling in cardamom syrup Masala Chai – Indian milk tea
Paired Cocktail: Taj Express – A seventh wonder created with pineapple juice, cranberry juice, vodka and white rum.
Paired Wine: White Merlot – Brilliant dusky vermillion hue, with luscious juicy watermelon flavors
Pricing: Pre-paid: $45, dinner only Option 2: $55 dinner with paired cocktail (non-alcoholic option available) Option 3: $65 dinner with paired cocktail, plus paired glass of wine (Wine substitution available from our wine list. Non-alcoholic cocktail option available) Option 4: $90 dinner with paired cocktail, plus paired bottle of wine (Wine substitution available from our wine list. Non-alcoholic cocktail option available)
Celebrity Dining Experience - Steve Jobs
Steve Jobs visited New Delhi Restaurant during an Apple product launch at the nearby Moscone Center. As a vegetarian, he wanted to try a healthy and light dish, with a signature twist from Chef Ranjan Dey. This inspired the creation of a flavor-fullest delicacy featuring garbanzo and green peas. Normally, this is served with lamb, but Chef Ranjan Dey created a vegetarian version specifically for this discerning diner.
Appetizer: Chili Cheese Pakora – spiced paneer and green chili fritters
Main Dish: Mattar Channa Lamb Ghungani – Fragrant garbanzo, green peas and lamb simmered with delicate spices cooked Benarasi style
Accompanied by: Black Lentils – harmoniously combined with tomatoes and ginger, simmered overnight on a very slow fire Dum Maro Dum Alu – a psychedelic taste sensation with purple poppy seeds and panch phoran Lucknowi Pullao – Saffron flavored Basmati Rice Nan Bread – leavened soft bread made with flour dough and cooked in the oven
Dessert: Rasmalai – Milk sponge cake soaked in sweetened condensed milk and pistachio reduction Masala Chai – Indian chai flavored with cardamom
Paired Cocktail: Madras Madness – A tasty light and dark rum cocktail with Indian Alphonso mango pulp and grenadine
Paired Wine: Syrah – Rich velvety texture, subtle spice notes and a lingering fresh fruit flavor unfolds on the palate
Pricing: Pre-paid: $45, dinner only Option 2: $55 dinner with paired cocktail (non-alcoholic option available) Option 3: $65 dinner with paired cocktail, plus paired glass of wine (Wine substitution available from our wine list. Non-alcoholic cocktail option available) Option 4: $90 dinner with paired cocktail, plus paired bottle of wine (Wine substitution available from our wine list. Non-alcoholic cocktail option available)
We Have Served Over 2 MILLION Guests, This Is What They Are Saying!
Superb experience! Chef and owner Ranjan Dey is a community treasure and his restaurant is a welcoming haven in the city. New Delhi offers...read moreSuperb experience! Chef and owner Ranjan Dey is a community treasure and his restaurant is a welcoming haven in the city. New Delhi offers a wide-ranging menu of both familiar and unique dishes (perfect for sharing) in a peaceful and relaxing environment. If you enjoy great Indian food, in a lovely space quiet enough for real conversations, and consistently warm and personal service -- stop reading reviews and go make a reservation....less
Frances K.
9/29/2022
Had a wonderful experience here! The food was great. Definitely will return here soon!
Libby S.
9/22/2022
Fantastic meal downtown. Stop by after shopping or a night out. Let the chef select options for you if you are doing family style, cannot...read moreFantastic meal downtown. Stop by after shopping or a night out. Let the chef select options for you if you are doing family style, cannot go wrong....less
Andrea T.
9/22/2022
I went to this restaurant for the first time on Thursday night with a friend before going to the theatre, and I guarantee I will...read moreI went to this restaurant for the first time on Thursday night with a friend before going to the theatre, and I guarantee I will be back again. I have enjoyed Indian cuisine since being fed extremely well at a catered event in Los Angeles over thirty years ago.
This place does it right. I cannot eat much since my gastric surgery over a year ago, but I ordered an appetizer sampler platter that was wonderful - such a wonderful blend of flavors, and cooked to perfection. And with my old stomach, I could have eaten the naan all night long. My friend's meal looked very tasty, and he assured me it was. The price point was excellent for the terrific ambiance, on point service, and delicious food.
The owner came by our table himself to make sure that everything was to our liking, and he sent over a couple of complimentary spiced chais to end our meals. Such a nice man. He asked if we would mind writing reviews - he said he was embarrassed to ask at first, as he's more old school (they've been there over 30 years), but he understands that reviews bring customers. He said that the pandemic closed them for over a year, and I hope that my positive review helps bring him more customers.
So if you're near Union Square and looking for a good, reasonably priced and delicious meal, go to New Delhi. You won't be worry....less
Otto C.
9/16/2022
First visit for us to this restaurant , food was great, service exceptional. The owner/chef recommended different dishes as we wanted pure vegetarian food.
R.K A.
9/05/2022
This place is awesome, my wife and I make a point of coming here whenever we're in the city. some times twice! the food is...read moreThis place is awesome, my wife and I make a point of coming here whenever we're in the city. some times twice! the food is out standing!! I really mean it, if you eat at another India restaurant while your SF you blew it! great service, great room. DO NOT MISS IT! Do NOT miss it!! BTW this my first review ever on line. That's how much we love it!...less
Rory D.
9/04/2022
We visited this place in SFO. Food is delicious, and great hospitality. I would highly recommend this place for good Indian food in SFO
A J.
9/04/2022
We have been coming here for several years now while visiting San Francisco. The food has always been very good and delicious. Last night we...read moreWe have been coming here for several years now while visiting San Francisco. The food has always been very good and delicious. Last night we brought some other people with us and they said it was the best Indian food they ever had. We were fortunate to be served by the owner who was friendly and helpful. He offered good suggestions on what dishes to order and what he thought was a sufficient amount of food for us. He was spot on and we completely scraped all of the serving plates dry. We were then deciding on which deserts to order and he suggested we have a plate with a little bit of everything for the four of us to share. Again his recommendation was excellent and we ate it all up. He also gave each of us chai tea yet charged us for only two. New Delhi Restaurant is my go to place for Indian food in San Francisco. It's close to Union Square and a very short walk from the trolley station. If you are deciding on a place to eat that has a nice ambience and very good food for the price, I highly recommend this place. I will be coming back again and again....less
PJ H.
8/08/2022
My friend and I have walked past this restaurant many times over the years. I guess I went in 13 years ago and had a...read moreMy friend and I have walked past this restaurant many times over the years. I guess I went in 13 years ago and had a meh experience and forgot and went in again seven days ago and it was great. It was giant and ornate on the inside, like an old fashioned hotel. We tried the vegetarian chef's tasting menu for two and it did not disappoint. We also added two mango lassis and my friend wanted samosas. This was for two but it could serve at least 3 or even four people, depending on your appetite. My favorites were the mustard cauliflower and the tamarind eggplant. Such bright tasty flavors, and I was glad to have something beyond the same dishes you see at every restaurant. The chai was so good too. Everyone who worked there was super friendly and kept coming over to check on us. The owner/chef was ebullient. My friend got full fast so we had tons of food to bring home for a doggy bag. I would definitely eat here again and try some new dishes or just re eat those I tried last night....less
Merredith L.
8/04/2022
My friend and I have walked past this restaurant many times over the years but last night was the first time we went in. It...read moreMy friend and I have walked past this restaurant many times over the years but last night was the first time we went in. It was giant and ornate on the inside, like an old fashioned hotel. We tried the vegetarian chef's tasting menu for two and it did not disappoint. We also added two mango lassis and my friend wanted samosas. This was for two but it could serve at least 3 or even four people, depending on your appetite. My favorites were the mustard cauliflower and the tamarind eggplant. Such bright tasty flavors, and I was glad to have something beyond the same dishes you see at every restaurant. The chai was so good too. Everyone who worked there was super friendly and kept coming over to check on us. The owner/chef was ebullient. My friend got full fast so we had tons of food to bring home for a doggy bag. I would definitely eat here again and try some new dishes or just re eat those I tried last night....less
Merredith L.
7/28/2022
Best Indian food I've ever had! Great atmosphere and service!!!
Dave C.
5/15/2022
This was the last restaurant we visited on our trip to San Francisco and we were so happy to have found it! We love Indian...read moreThis was the last restaurant we visited on our trip to San Francisco and we were so happy to have found it! We love Indian food so we had planned to stop by an Indian restaurant and this restaurant just happened to be around the corner from our hotel. The food was delicious and the service was great!...less
Jennifer C.
4/29/2022
Great ambiance, great service, and tasty food. They are quite creative with food! Their bar also has interesting cocktails... had their Mango Vodka drink last...read moreGreat ambiance, great service, and tasty food. They are quite creative with food! Their bar also has interesting cocktails... had their Mango Vodka drink last time, and yesterday had The New Delhi Sunset with pomegranate syrup and vodka and a couple of other ingredients!...less
Ashok S.
4/25/2022
We were amazed at this restaurant! Five stars for the food and the staff. Such a great night.
Blake N.
4/25/2022
Moderately priced, great atmosphere and excellent food!
Derek C.
4/23/2022
Superb services, amazing and friendly staff, food was mouth watering amazing. If you are looking for a nice dinner this is for sure the place...read moreSuperb services, amazing and friendly staff, food was mouth watering amazing. If you are looking for a nice dinner this is for sure the place to go....less
Desirae L.
4/19/2022
Meals were soo good!! Fresh and authentic. Service was great with great hospitality. Nice atmosphere. Will return again.
Emily M.
4/19/2022
Good Indian food at a fair price. A great atmosphere and very friendly staff.
Joerg R.
4/17/2022
Big restaurant. Nice food. Friendly staff.
Wendy R.
4/12/2022
Great restaurant with great taste with good service and clean environment. My friend and I had a lot of fun here. The taste of this...read moreGreat restaurant with great taste with good service and clean environment. My friend and I had a lot of fun here. The taste of this restaurant is amazing. We ate different dishes here. The taste of each dish was very delicious and excellent. I like this restaurant....less
Henry E.
3/30/2022
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
Food was amazing and service was as always very good. They never disappoint. It always feels like home when I go to New Delhi Restaurant....read moreFood was amazing and service was as always very good. They never disappoint. It always feels like home when I go to New Delhi Restaurant. Thank you!!!...less
OpenTable D.
5/08/2022
Amazing Experience! The food was very delicious and the service was fantastic! The owner walked us through the menu and made sure to answer any...read moreAmazing Experience! The food was very delicious and the service was fantastic! The owner walked us through the menu and made sure to answer any questions. He checked in on everyone in the restaurant and we had the opportunity to talk with him. I will absolutely be returning again and can’t recommend this place enough!...less
OpenTable D.
4/23/2022
The owner and host are very friendly. I love the flavor of the place and the food was very good.
Dennis
4/23/2022
I read about New Delhi Restaurant on Open Table and wanted to try it out during our visit to San Francisco. Wow! We were very...read moreI read about New Delhi Restaurant on Open Table and wanted to try it out during our visit to San Francisco. Wow! We were very impressed! The decor, ambiance and music was wonderful. I believe we met the owner. He was lovely and so helpful when we asked for vegan options, there are so many! Everything was delicious and the Tamarind Eggplant was to die for. Definitely get that if you want a unique and delicious dish. My seven year old was also a fan and her favorite was their signature Kali Dal with the black lentils- so delicious! Can't wait until the next time we are in the city so we can come back!!...less
goldbearla
4/01/2022
In town sightseeing and brought my family to New Delhi for dinner. What a wonderful experience! The chef/owner personally walked us through the menu and...read moreIn town sightseeing and brought my family to New Delhi for dinner. What a wonderful experience! The chef/owner personally walked us through the menu and made recommendations based on our tastes. We decided on the Chefs Tasting Menu to really explore his unique, one of a kind options. Absolutely delicious! Highly recommend giving it a try when in town!...less
JeremyM
3/31/2022
The room creates a pleasant ambiance. The service was timed perfectly. The food was not only delicious but, unlike most Indian restaurants I have patronized,...read moreThe room creates a pleasant ambiance. The service was timed perfectly. The food was not only delicious but, unlike most Indian restaurants I have patronized, was served in manageable, not overwhelming portions. The owner stopped by the table and engaged in a few moments of humorous repartee. Which is to say this was an outstanding dining experience, a perfect lead into an evening with Erika Henningsen at the next door Feinstein’s at The Nikko Hotel....less
RichM
3/28/2022
Met up with two cousins I had not seen in years. We had an enjoyable evening. Loved every bite. So delicious and flavor. They have...read moreMet up with two cousins I had not seen in years. We had an enjoyable evening. Loved every bite. So delicious and flavor. They have great drink options as well. Thank you for another wonderful and flavorful evening....less
AmeliaG
3/16/2022
We had a wonderful meal. The staff was friendly. Our waitress was lovely, she even showed us the hot spots to see while staying in...read moreWe had a wonderful meal. The staff was friendly. Our waitress was lovely, she even showed us the hot spots to see while staying in San Francisco. The food was delicious....less
ChristineR
3/09/2022
Absolutely amazing Indian food. Every dish we tried was better than the last. So flavorful, but not heavy or overly seasoned. The owner was delightful...read moreAbsolutely amazing Indian food. Every dish we tried was better than the last. So flavorful, but not heavy or overly seasoned. The owner was delightful and the service was wonderful. We will definitely be back....less
SarahC
3/05/2022
What an outstanding dining experience. The staff was focused on service and the food was out of the world!