Amber Indian Restaurant

Indianapolis, United States

4.4

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20 reviews

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+1 317-578-4400
Website:
amberindianrestaurant.com
Address:
5929 E 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN, 46250
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Takes Reservations
Yes
Delivery
No
Take-out
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Good For
Lunch
Parking
Private Lot
Bike Parking
No
Wheelchair Accessible
No
Good for Kids
Yes
Good for Groups
Yes
Attire
Casual
Ambience
Casual
Noise Level
Quiet
Alcohol
Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating
No
Wi-Fi
Free
Has TV
Yes
Dogs Allowed
No
Waiter Service
Yes
Caters
Yes

Today

Today 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Indianapolis) 7:49 AM Friday, November 29, 2024

Business hours

Monday 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tuesday 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday 11:30 am – 3:00 pm
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday 11:30 am – 3:00 pm
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Description

Specialties

For a truly exotic Indian food experience, look no further than Amber Indian Restaurant. Our extensive menu of lunch and dinner dishes are perfect for any palate, whether you’re familiar with the flavors of India or you’re experiencing them for the first time. Browse our impressive buffet for lunch, or choose from our menu of traditional Indian favorites. From familiar options such as Chicken Tikka Masala and Lamb Vindaloo to fusion dishes like our Chicken Chow Mein or Gobi Manchurian, there’s truly something for everyone at Amber Indian Restaurant. We even offer a great selection of vegetarian dishes as well.

Known for our authentic dishes and friendly staff, Amber Indian Restaurant is the best option for Indian food in the Indianapolis area. Our newly remodeled restaurant provides an intimate setting for any occasion, from a quick meal on your lunch break to a romantic dinner for two.

History

Established in 1993.

Formerly known as Taj of India, we have been serving delicious Indian food at this location for over 20 years. Now as Amber Indian Restaurant, we have elevated traditional Indian dishes to new heights. We are proud of the great reputation we have earned over the years, and look forward to feeding you for many more!

Meet the Business Owner

Gagandeep C.

Business Owner

Gagandeep used to own and operate a successful liquor store, but his dream was always to open a restaurant. Cooking is his passion, and he loves sharing it with people. While he is not the cook at Amber Indian Restaurant, he enjoys overlooking and giving his input on the recipes. He can usually be found at the restaurant, helping serve food and making sure your experience is as enjoyable as possible.

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20 reviews of Amber Indian Restaurant

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Place rating: 5
Anderson, IN
I went here yesterday for lunch buffet. It was probably my third or fourth time going. This time however really just blew me away. Everything was hot. The garlic naan was just out of this world. Although I am not a vegetarian, I still ate their selections and thought they were delicious… try the nav ratan korma which is basically the vegetarian version of the chicken tikka masala, which was also very delicious. Recently we went to another buffet and I was disappointed by how luke warm everything was. That can be the downfall of some buffets. But here it was all hot. I tried the chicken manchurian for the first time yesterday, and loved it surprisingly. It was spicy but I couldn’t get enough. The tandoori chicken was also extremely tender. The desserts are one of my favorite parts. I got all three selections, and couldn’t seem to stop eating the mango custard, or the rice kheer, which is a delicious rice pudding. The gulab jamun is I’m guessing fried dough balls in this amazing syrup type sauce. Indian is one of my new favorite foods because of this place. I want to take my whole family here now. They kept our water glasses filled constantly. They are also personable and nice to talk to. One server gave me a movie suggestion that I should watch. The one thing that I missed is that the past two times I have gone, there was no butter chicken. However I’m not complaining! Go here for your next Indian food craving. You won’t be disappointed!
Place rating: 2
Carmel, IN
I had high hopes for this place given the reviews I saw on Unilocal.I must be spoiled by Seva Indian Cuisine in KC MO because this just didn’t do it for me. We went to the lunch buffet around 1pm on Saturday and the place was packed… so I was excited to try the food since it seemed popular.
The buffet had a nice variety so that vegetarians and meat lovers alike could dig in. I opted for the spinach paneer, chicken tikka masala, lamb masala and the naan. The naan was very greasy and I was sad not to see garlic naan. The buffet items were okay but the overall impression was that everything was quite watery … or just mostly sauce with some bits of veggies and meat hiding somewhere within it.
The flavors were good but I would prefer to get a little more food for the price ($ 25+ for two people). The carrot halwa for dessert was delicious!
Perhaps we will come back some other try to give it another chance or maybe order off of the menu.
Place rating: 5
South Berwick, ME
Traveling for work again and asked Unilocal where to go for dinner… Found Amber Indian and decided to give it a try. I’m glad I did! Quiet and clean. I was greeted immediately and only had to wait a minute before being seated.
The wait staff was attentive and seemed to do a great job of serving the 7 other tables.
Had the Chicken Tikka Marsala and was pleased with the portion and the flavor. The Naan was a bit more greasy than I like but the flavor and texture were good.
I recommend giving Amber Indian a try!
Place rating: 5
Fishers, IN
I love Amber Indian Restaurant!!! All of the food is so delicious, fresh, and hot. I go to this restaurant atleast once a week on average. My favorite is the lunch buffet because you can try new dishes and flavors. The waiters are super helpful and you never have an empty drink glass. This is important to me because I can’t stand when I am eating a meal and have to wait on water.
Sometimes we do carry out, which is usually ready in 20 minutes, about as long as it takes you to get there. The food is always warm and fresh prepared. It is obvious they didn’t have it sitting out for long.
I’ve never really had to wait for a table here, but the restaurant always has people inside. There is a nice constant flow. They do a great job at serving people their meals, so people can get in and out. But you never feel rushed at all.
Overall I would eat here everyday if it was possible.
Place rating: 1
Greenwood, IN
I’m giving this a 1 star because there isn’t something lower. One of the worst Indian restaurants I have ever eaten in. The food was very oily, some of them salty and the service was very bad. We went for a buffet and I couldn’t eat more than a couple of bites of almost all dishes. Not to mention the waiter trying to take away my friend’s plate without asking if he was done (which he wasn’t). Never going there again !
Place rating: 5
San Jose, CA
Loved this place! Their sauces were creamy and flavorful, their chutneys provided a welcome bite when necessary and who doesn’t love a good vegetable samosa?!
Place rating: 5
Redondo Beach, CA
Ordered take out and this was our first time here. We had been to other restaurants out of state so we kbew our favorite dishes. We ordered chicken tikka masala, bhindi masala, the tandori mix grill and pakora plate. All was delicious and full of flavor. Service was great as well. Highly recommend for good, legit, indian food.
Place rating: 5
Miami, FL
This is quite possibly the best Indian restaurant in Indianapolis. The food is great and the service was quick. We ordered the chicken makhani which comes with an ample amount of rice and naan. It was the right amount of spice and the consistency of the gravy was perfect. We also has the potato pakora for appetizer which was great with the pepper, onion, & lemon plate. Lastly, I have absolutely dislike cilantro and I cannot tell you how many places will disregard it and still put it in, and for once I can say they kept it off, much appreciated!
Place rating: 5
Indianapolis, IN
This. Is. My. Place. Let me say that first and foremost. Since starting a new job in June, I’ve probably been here a minimum of twice a month for lunch, though it’s likely more than that.
The staff are friendly, the restaurant is clean, and their food is fantastic. I really enjoy the chicken tikka masala, and their garlic naan is out of this world – easily the best I’ve ever had. My boyfriend is a little less enthusiastic about the lunch buffet, but enjoys their dinner menu. However, he does concede the tidbit about their naan.
Speaking of dinner, there have been a few times we’ve eaten in here, as well as takeout, since Amber has the privilege of being the closest Indian restaurant to our house. Our last time ordering dinner takeout, we went to pick up our food and went along our way. Halfway home, we received a call that they’d given us the wrong order and asked us to come back. Upon return, they gave us our food, a complimentary dessert, and ten dollars of our ($ 35) order back. We kindly refused the money, but were astounded at the gesture.
These guys really mean to make loyal customers, and they’ve certainly done so with me.
Place rating: 5
Georgetown, KY
My fiancé and I decided to have Amber Indian at the last minute tonight. It was not only a nice and tidy restaurant, but the service was superb as well. Timely, professional and extremely polite. The waiter asked us if we were ready for our dinner as we finished the appetizer which was a nice touch to the service. Our glasses were never empty and the staff was very attentive.
The food was phenomenal also! We had the chicken curry, garlic naan, and onion pakora. All items were delicious!
We will definitely be back!
Place rating: 5
Columbus, OH
We popped in off the highway looking for a quick vegetarian meal. The caraway in the Baignan Bartha was so good, the aloo gobi was tasty, and the garlic naan blew us away. Fast and easy with nice service and a smile. $ 32 including the tip!
Place rating: 5
Indianapolis, IN
This was my first time visiting Amber Indian. I absolutely love Indian food and really enjoyed my meal here. I ordered Paneer Tikka Masala and would easily recommend it to anyone who’s interested in a vegetarian dish, or someone who just plain loves paneer (like myself!). Also, I must say, their Garlic Naan is pretty darn good too.
The service was awesome. I went with a group of friends and the staff was extremely attentive and very friendly to everyone. I would recommend Amber Indian to anyone who loves Indian food. I will definitely be returning!
Place rating: 4
Tucson, AZ
A friend and I went here for dinner. The food was Awesome. I had the Aloo Gobi and they had a slight twist on my favorite dish. They had sautéed the onions before adding them to the rest of the vegetables. It added a slightly sweet taste that brought out many of the other flavors. The only down side to the restaurant and I am not sure if they were just so intent on providing god service or what but, they cleared each plate almost before we were done with them. In fact, they tried to take my friends plate before he was done eating. The check was delivered immediately and my card ran in a matter of seconds. We then felt «Should we leave or are we able to sit and relax?»
I wouldn’t let that overshadow the great taste in the food.
Place rating: 4
Indianapolis, IN
My wife and I were looking to try something different from the usual neighborhood pub, and we decided to give Amber Indian a try. Boy, am I glad we did!
We normally don’t eat Indian cuisine, so it seemed somewhat exotic to our Hoosier palates. This strip-​mall restaurant across the street from Castleton Square Mall has been there as long as I can remember. I don’t know why we never tried it before. It wasn’t at all busy for a Saturday night, so no waiting. The staff (one of which was presumably the owner) was quick, attentive, and very courteous.
The meal started with papadum and chutney, a nice way to start and whet our appetites. For our entrees, I had the Chicken Korma, chicken cubes in a buttery cream sauce with almonds, and my wife had the lamb Seekh Kabab. Both dishes were very flavorful. We ordered them medium spicy, and they had just the right amount of heat. My dish came with basmati rice, and both of our dishes came with naan, a grilled flatbread.
The portions were just the right size for us to share with each other, and we were both spooning some of the creamy Korma sauce onto our rice and sopping it up with our naan. It was quite filling, so much so that we did not try any of the desserts. Rest assured, when we make a return visit, we will leave room.
The great thing (for me, at least) is that their second location is in Carmel, just a three minute drive from my office. If they offer a lunch buffet, I will have to check it out.
Place rating: 4
Indianapolis, IN
Excellent food! Excellent service! Clean facility. Chicken tikka masala was absolutely delicious! Rogan josh was amazing as well. Well worth the price.
Place rating: 4
Fishers, IN
This was my second time visiting and it was just as delicious! We ordered the veggie Samosas and they were great! The sauces you get with them are very delicious… especially the red pepper one. My main dish was Chana Masala and my boyfriend asked about Tarka Daal, it wasn’t on the menu but they were able to make it! The server was knowledgeable and accommodating. We also shared a Mango Lassi… highly recommend!
I read reviewers said the portions were too small but we each had an entire meal as leftovers. The naan was tasty but had a little too much butter on it. Next time I think I will order it without butter.
I can’t wait to try their lunch buffet!
Place rating: 5
Indianapolis, IN
The reason I fell in love with Indian food. I had tried Indian food in the past but wasn’t thrilled. I didn’t see what all the fuss was about. Now I know. I ordered the chicken tika masala as suggested by my (Indian) co-​worker. OMG! Flavor explosion! Amazing. Even thinking about the chicken tika masala nestled in a warm soft and crusty piece of naan bread makes me salivate as I write this review. If Amber Indian wasn’t such a drive for me I would probably eat there every week.
I gave them 4 stars because I didn’t care for the dry… whatever it is that is brought to the table at the beginning of the meal. I wish I knew what it was called but even checking the menu now I don’t see it. It’s like a dry flavorless wafer tortilla thing with 3 sauces…
Spectacular food, service, and atmosphere.
EDIT: I came back to my review and changed my original 4 stars to 5. After consideration I felt it wasn’t fair of me to take a star off for the FREE appetizer. Amber Indian deserves 5 stars.
Place rating: 4
Indianapolis, IN
I’m glad the creators of Amber decided to make an Amber II sequel. While it may not be as spectacular as the original with smaller buffet options, the prime location saves us a 20 minute drive to the messed up Carmel construction projects further up north.
While this place may be less busy, I find that the food is fresher and service is friendlier here. They actually had cool bowls for the ice cold tropical fruit dessert in mango purée. That was from our first buffet visit. This time, we actually stopped in to grab an order of goat biryani for a night in. I didn’t feel like chicken or lamb, since we were having lamb the next day. The cashier/​waiter even struck up some chit-​chat on how we were going to prepare the lamb. Ten minutes later, the order was ready. $ 17 and some change, it was more than enough for 2. Took it home, opened it up — ta da — a mountain of golden spiced basmati mixed with peppers, cashews, cloves, and bone-​in goat chunks. A wedge of lemon and side of yogurt sauce included really helped to cool down the hotness.
I think I“ll come to the Castleton location for the time being while Carmel sorts out their 8-​abouts and detours. Took us awhile to even find a way into Amber I the last time we went.
Place rating: 5
Noblesville, IN
Curry is one of those difficult dishes to perfect. Amber Indian makes authentic delicious tasting dishes. We’ve tried the tikka masala (my absolute favorite and in the picture) we’ve tried chicken curry, and the lentil one, I forgot the name for that one but they were all so good. The naan is perfectly fluffy and buttery. It’s crispy where it needs to be and soft and fluffy too. If you need Indian food this is the place to go.
Also, the staff is so nice and friendly! Love this place!
Place rating: 4
Fishers, IN
Solid lunch buffet. First time venturing to the smaller Castleton location, so I was pleasantly surprised that the food quality and service was just as good as the original Carmel location. There did appear to be fewer options than what I recall, but there are still plenty to choose from.
My go-​to is chicken tikka masala so I tend to stick with eating mostly this, and sampling the other options. Chicken was moist and sauce delicious. I’m hungry just thinking about it. All the dishes I tried were fairly mild (typical for buffer), so if you prefer spicy like I do, adjust the heat level with the red chili pepper sauce and raw jalapeño slices. Also, can’t go wrong with the garlic naan! Fresh, crispy, and not too garlicky.
Appreciated the attentive staff for keeping my glass full. I felt like I was drinking water by the gallon that day.